Paws & Claws Retreat

01/10/2025

01/09/2025

As we navigate the record-breaking snow fall in our area, it's important to consider some cold weather safety tips for our pets - including paw protection. Our pets' paws are susceptible to damage from various winter elements such as snow, ice, and salt.

Consider these tips to keep those furry toes safe and warm!
❄️ Snow bo**ies: The best way to protect your dog's paws is to cover them. Booties come in many different colors and sizes to fit all breeds!
❄️ Vaseline or paw balm: If your pet refuses the fashion statement of a snow bo**ie, try putting petroleum jelly or paw balm on their paws before going outside - this will create a barrier between their paw pad and the snow and ice for a short period of time.
❄️ Towel: Keep a dry towel near the door to wipe your dog's paws when coming inside from a walk or potty break. It's also important to wipe your dog's paws clean of any salt and other chemicals found on the sidewalks and streets.
❄️ Short walks: Dogs can get frostbite or hypothermia in less than 20 minutes in extreme temperatures, so it's important to keep walks and time outdoors limited.

Remember that your Care Center teams are here for you and your pet should the need should arise!

01/09/2025

Spend the afternoon with us on Sunday, January 26th! In addition to the showing of ‘The Secret Life of Pets’, there will be goodie bags, snacks available for purchase, the chance to meet a police K9, and a PEP! Talk from our Dog Warden, Chastity! The best part? Entrance is FREE as long as you bring a donation for the Shelby County Animal Shelter - Ohio 🐾❣️🎥

01/09/2025

🧩 Get ready to swap some puzzles! 🧩
Join us for a Jigsaw Puzzle Swap at the Amos Memorial Public Library!

🗓️ Date: January 25, 2025
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Bring your gently used jigsaw puzzles and swap them for new-to-you puzzles! It's a great way to refresh your collection and meet fellow puzzle lovers with our community puzzle build. Only complete puzzles allowed at the swap (no missing pieces please!).

📍 Location: Amos Memorial Public Library, 230 E. North Street, Sidney, OH 45365

Learn more at shelbycountylibraries.org or call us at (937) 492-8354.

01/02/2025

🚨LOST PET 🚨Please Share 🚨
Name of pet: Izzy
Description: 5 lb tan/light brown Tiny Toy Poodle
Location where pet was last seen: 1414 Gettysburg Drive, Wapakoneta
Date when last seen: Dec 29, 2024 10:21 PM
Additional Information: If you see her call us bc she may run from strangers! We just don’t want her to go any further. She is very small and could be mistaken for a small cat.
Owners Contact: Jennifer Ricker
Phone: (419) 438-0726

01/02/2025

Is your pet #1 in your heart? Show your love by getting them the #1 Shelby County Dog License for 2025! We will be auctioning it off on Monday, January 6th at 8am on HITS 1055! Make sure to tune in and call in your bids! 🐾🐶

12/24/2024

Merry Christmas from Paws & Claws Retreat