Animal Tails Pet Sitting Service

12/05/2025

ADOPTED!!!!
Thank you to the adopter and the many people who commented and shared this post.

I am asking every cat warrior (dog, guinea pig, bird, etc warrior too) out there to help Reese. Reese is our 2nd Senior Sunday Pet.
Reese was adopted from the WakeGov Pets: Wake County Animal Center almost 12 years ago as a bitty kitten.
Yesterday she was surrendered back to the shelter because they had no time for her. Let’s waste no energy saying what we are thinking. Let’s be grateful she is safe and back at the shelter. Let’s spend every ounce of energy finding her the home she deserves in her Golden years.
Despite how confused and scared she is she was purring for visitors today. The only thing we learned from her previous owners is that she lived with a dog.
C’mon animal warriors. I am looking for 10,000 shares. We know the right family is out there. We just need to reach them.
The Wake County Animal Center is open for adoptions from 12-6 every day. Located at 820 Beacon Lake Dr in Raleigh NC.
Let’s go Team Reese.

https://pets.wake.gov/gallery/95651

04/05/2025

09/04/2025

Petdine is voluntarily recalling eight different Zesty Paws Soft Chews products due to a potential contamination of Salmonella.

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05/04/2025

There are times when cats will do things that leave us guessing. All cat owners can agree with that. But sometimes, your cat can display a behavior that is not only odd, but can also be a startling sign that something is definitely not right with your

17/03/2025

Jersey came to us a few days ago after being found outside of a Jersey Mike's. Like most kitties that enter our care, she had some digestive issues. It didn't take long for her to begin vomiting, and her foster noticed that she had bits of plastic in her vomit, even though she did not have access to plastic in her home! After going to the vet and having x-rays done, it was seen that she has what they believe are plastic obstructions in her stomach AND her intestines. This surgery is going to cost about $3,000, and she is going in tomorrow for surgery. She is no longer eating or drinking, and we cannot wait for whatever it is in there to pass, maybe.

We know we have asked for a lot lately, and the community has been amazing about helping us. So if you could donate to Jersey, we would so appreciate it, and we know she would too! Even if you cannot donate, please consider sharing so we can get her story out there!

You can donate by clicking the donate button down below, or by clicking the link and navigating to the yellow donate button. https://www.facilitaterescue.org/donate

Alternatively, if you'd like to use Venmo, you may send your donation to

17/03/2025

14/03/2025

The chemicals used in standard flea treatments are polluting waterways and having a drastic effect on wildlife like killing songbird chicks🪺.

"Research at the University of Sussex has found that pesticides used in regular flea treatments are in 98% of English rivers, often at levels far higher than those deemed safe.

Some of this is from treated dogs swimming, but much goes down the drain from households, (eg from shampooing dogs, washing bedding, stroking and washing hands) and then enters rivers, according to Dave Goulson, professor of biology at Sussex, who co-authored the study and supervised the research.

Recent research also found that 100% of blue tit🐦 and great tit nests🪹 are contaminated with pesticides💦 from pet flea treatment, as the birds collect fur from dogs and cats to insulate their nests. The study, funded by the charity Songbird Survival, found that nestling mortality is associated with higher levels of the pesticides.

[...] If spot-on products are considered the only appropriate form of treatment, you should brush your pet indoors or in a sheltered area where you can gather the hair afterwards and dispose of it in a sealed bag.

'What we don’t want is the hair blowing away and birds collecting it up as nesting material. I think a lot of us have probably thought that was kind of quite a nice thing for birds to do but clearly it really isn’t if the hair is contaminated with chemicals,' said Millineaux.

It is also important to take care of packaging material, particularly from spot-on products. 'I’ve heard horror stories of people washing out the little containers, which obviously do contaminate water,' added Millineaux.

'What we want to be doing is not washing them out but disposing them of them in something like a seal bag and following any manufacturers guidelines.'

Washing is discouraged for several days after treatments, owing to the risk of product getting into waterways. " - Guardian

11/03/2025

29/01/2025

ADOPTION PENDING

❤️ A Heartfelt Plea for a Loving Home - Durham, NC ❤️

We’re reaching out today with a special request. An 80-year-old widow has reached out to us for help finding a loving home for her cherished companion, a 10-year-old Yorkshire Terrier named “Little-bit.” Due to her age and health, she is no longer able to care for him as she once did. It’s clear from her words that this sweet pup has been an incredibly loved member of her family, and she is deeply anxious to ensure he finds a safe, caring home.

Little-bit is in great health, house-trained, and has vet records. He’s a loving, gentle soul who enjoys cuddling up on laps, bringing comfort and joy to anyone around him. He gets on well with other dogs and all people of all sizes! There should be no cats in his new home. His current owner is hoping to find someone who will continue to give him the love and attention he deserves in his golden years.

If you or someone you know is looking to welcome a loving, loyal companion into your home, please consider opening your heart to Little-bit. We will require an adoption application and a small rehoming fee, but what truly matters most is finding the right match for this sweet dog.

Please reach out to us if you’re interested or know someone who might be. Let’s give Little-bit the peaceful, loving home he deserves for the rest of his life.

Thank you for helping us make this plea heard.

If you can offer an amazing home, contact our Adoption Coordinator Beverley at [email protected]