Happy Paws Happy Homes

15/08/2024

Did you know.....cats can go into their first heat at 4 months of age?..cats can go into heat every 2 weeks?..our partnering clinics spay/neuter cats as young as 3 months of age?..shelters and rescues have long waiting lists of cats because of the overwhelming number of cats in our communities?

Time is of the essence - prevent more kittens from being born into a life of homelessness or neglect. There are not enough good homes for them all. Not even close.

Visit our website to read about our spay/neuter program options,
www.happypawshappyhomes.org Or send us a PM and we'll get you started.

13/08/2024

Animal shelters are full. Rescue organizations are full. How can you help? Make sure you have a conversation with everyone you know about the importance of spay/neuter. Do it even if it's an awkward or uncomfortable conversation. There are not enough homes for all companion animals out there and we can each do our part to control pet overpopulation.
Already did that? Consider a donation to our spay/neuter program, which relies on donations to continue serving the public. You can use our Paypal Giving Fund link right now to make a donation of any size: paypal.com/us/fundraiser/charity/1473858
We appreciate you!
Low-cost resources are available through Happy Paws Happy Homes' spay/neuter program: www.happypawshappyhomes.org
Thank you for your support of our program and for spreading the word about the importance of spay/neuter.

11/08/2024

UPDATE: Male cat appointment on Aug 20 filled!

09/08/2024

ISO 1 male cat to fill an open transport day spot on 8/20. $70 covers neutering. PM us!

08/08/2024

We're excited to be able to add a new option to our spay/neuter program offerings!
We're selling vouchers useable at All Pets Veterinary Wellness Clinic in State College for cats. These vouchers cover the cost of routine spay/neuter, rabies vaccine, first distemper vaccine and pain meds for a reduced cost off of what the clinic would normally charge. Vouchers are $90 for male cats and $120 for female cats.
If you are interested in an appointment with All Pets Veterinary Wellness Clinic, contact them at 814-308-8175. A voucher needs to be bought through Happy Paws Happy Homes at least 4 weeks in advance of an appointment. Send us a PM, email ([email protected]), or call 814-360-7383 for instructions on how to receive a voucher.
A huge thank you to All Pets for working with us on this special deal!
We'll be adding this option to our list of options on our website soon, www.happypawshappyhomes.org Please pass the word to a friend, relative, neighbor, co-worker about spay/neuter for dogs and cats in our area.

07/08/2024

We partner with the Allegheny Spay and Neuter Clinic/Animal Welfare Council of the Alleghenies (Woodland and Centre Hall) and All Pets Veterinary Wellness Clinic (State College) to bring affordable spay/neuter resources to cat and dog parents and caregivers in our area.

Our program offers:
- transport days (with pick up/drop off for pets in Huntingdon and Tyrone)
- money-saving vouchers
- the Fix-A-Bull Program (for pit bulls)

Share with a friend, relative, co-worker or neighbor to get the word out that low-cost resources are available! No applications required to apply. Our program has helped over 6,000 dogs and cats get spayed/neutered in the last 14+ years.

www.happypawshappyhomes.org

31/07/2024

This dog was found yesterday in the area of Kettle Road, Altoona. His finder cannot keep and there is no where for him to go. Please share so he can find his way home.

OWNER FOUND
FOUND ALTOONA PA
KETTLE RD AND HOLLEN RD. ANYONE RECOGNIZE THIS DOG?

31/07/2024

UPDATE: FILLED! 1 male cat neuter appt. left on 8/20 with transport. Last summer opening! PM us!

29/07/2024

What do your pets do on hot summer days to stay cool?

27/07/2024

We receive calls almost daily from folks who are looking to rehome dogs, even though our organization does not have a physical facility to house animals or a foster network. Shelters and rescues everywhere are full, so often folks try to find homes for their dogs on their own. While we return these calls even though we can only crosspost altered animals needing rehoming, there is no 'quick fix' for this situation. Rehoming a dog responsibly takes time because responsible rehoming involves research (see #2 below).

If you need to rehome your dog, this is a great article about how to do so responsibly. We found 2 quotes extremely important:

#1 "Just like dogs shouldn’t be purchased or rescued on impulse, it’s important to approach rehoming with the same thought and care."
#2 "If you are placing your dog in a new home, be sure to do a home check, charge an adoption fee, and check references for the new family to ensure the home will be a good fit for your dog."

We hope these tips help someone out there who needs to rehome their dog.

If your life circumstances change and you're no longer able to care for your dog, there are ethical ways to find a new home for them.

26/07/2024

Spay/Neuter has far more benefits than preventing unwanted litters.

Let our spay/neuter program help connect you and your pets with low-cost spay/neuter resources in our area (Blair/Huntingdon counties, PA).

Send us a PM to get started or check out our website, www.happypawshappyhomes.org.

Altering your pet has more benefits than just preventing reproducing.

Did you know that female animal can develop a deadly uterine infection called pyometra?

Pyometra is a serious and life-threatening infection of the uterus that causes it to fill with bacteria and pus.

Most pet parents are unable to afford the cost, but it's cheaper than an emergency vet bill or a lawsuit (and saves you money in the long run).

90% of pets are rehomed due to behavioral issues that could have been prevented.

Spaying/neutering saves lives!

23/07/2024

UPDATE: FILLED
Looking for a male cat to fill our 8/1 transport day! $70 covers neutering. PM us!

21/07/2024

In the last 3 days we have had an overwhelming response to our "It's Not Your Cat" special. With limited funding available for this program, all applications for this special are currently on hold. If you already got a response from us, please act quickly if you intend to use this program. If you were not able to take part in this special at this time, please see our regular spay/neuter program pricing for cats if you are interested in getting a cat spayed/neutered. This can be found on our website, www.happypawshappyhomes.org.

If you shared our original "It's Not My Cat" post, please share this update, too. We appreciate it! Oh, and if Facebook tells you that sharing is against their 'rules,' kindly ask for a review of their rule. We are a non-profit just trying to spread the word about programs that do good for our communities.

We will post if funds are again available to help more cats at the INMC pricing.

18/07/2024

UPDATE: Neuter appts. with transport open as soon as Aug. 20 for male cats. PM us!

18/07/2024

UPDATE: In the last 3 days we have had an overwhelming response to our "It's Not Your Cat" special. With limited funding available for this program, all applications for this special are currently on hold. If you already got a response from us, please act quickly if you intend to use this program. If you were not able to take part in this special at this time, please see our regular spay/neuter program pricing for cats if you are interested in getting a cat spayed/neutered. This can be found on our website, www.happypawshappyhomes.org.

If you shared our original "It's Not My Cat" post, please share this update, too. We appreciate it! Oh, and if Facebook tells you that sharing is against their 'rules,' kindly ask for a review of their rule. We are a non-profit just trying to spread the word about programs that do good for our communities.

We will post if funds are again available to help more cats at the INMC pricing.

ORIGINAL POST:
Thanks to the generosity of a special donor, we are reviving our "It's Not My Cat" special for a limited number of cats until funds are gone. If you are interested in this special after reading our entire post, please do not post a comment. Send us a PM and let us know 'It's Not your Cat' to specify this special. We expect to be inundated with requests and will not be able to read every comment posted. We promise we will respond to your inquiry in the order it was received as quickly as our volunteers can.

www.happypawshappyhomes.org

17/07/2024

Today is the day to do something great for your dog or cat!

- Make that spay/neuter appointment now! Check out our website for options and contact us to talk. Even if an appointment seems too far in the future for you, schedule it anyway (because appointments ARE scheduling several months out).
- Check your records and make sure your pet's vaccinations are current. Not current? Make an appointment.
- Is your pet's microchip registered and is that information accurate? Microchips only bring pets home if the information is up-to-date.
www.happypawshappyhomes.org

11/07/2024

Do you know about Happy Paws Happy Homes' Fix-A-Bull Program for pit bulls? This low-cost spay/neuter initiative was started in 2010 to help combat the fact that only 1 in 500 pit bulls find a home for life and at least 25% of animal shelter populations consists of pit bulls. While we offer a spay/neuter program for all dogs and cats, pit bulls need extra help due to the statistics.

Have a pit bull? Check out the information about Fix-A-Bull on our website, www.happypawshappyhomes.org. Getting started is as easy as sending us a PM.

Don't have a pit bull? Share this information with someone who does.

Let's make our communities better places for companion animals. Together, we can combat the pet overpopulation crisis and responsibly care for the companion animals in our area.

06/07/2024

UPDATE: FILLED!
Calling unneutered male cats! There is room for you on our 7/23 transport day. Tell your person to PM us!

04/07/2024

Have a safe and happy Independence Day!

⚠️ More pets get lost on July 4th than any other day of the year. 🎆
Are you prepared for the holiday this Thursday? Some helpful tips:

🐾 Exercise your pets early in the day and make sure they have plenty to do before the festivities begin.
🐾 Ensure your pet is wearing proper ID and that their microchip information is up to date should they become lost.
🐾 Keep your pets inside in the air conditioning. Lower the blinds, close the windows. You can even turn a fan on or the television for some light background noise.

If your pet needs medication to help them cope with the stress of the noise and excitement, call us, we can help!
While we will be closed on Thursday, we are here during normal business hours today and tomorrow.

03/07/2024

We have updated on our website with a few open appointments for male dog neuters and female cat spays on transport days. We also have male cat neuter appointments available through 2024. We still have a waiting list for female dog spay appointments on transport days.

If you are interested in any of these opportunities, please PM us.

Don't need the transport provided for your pet? Check out voucher information on our website, www.happypawshappyhomes.org

02/07/2024

UPDATE: Female spot has filled.
We have a female cat and a male cat appt. available July 12 with transport. PM us!

02/07/2024

Does anyone in the Tyrone area need a male cat neuter appointment next week? PM us!

02/07/2024

Shelters everywhere are struggling with high surrender rates and stray intakes.

Please ensure you are not contributing to the pet overpopulation crisis by spaying and neutering your pets. Even if you think you have found homes for all of the puppies and kittens of a litter, there are just not enough homes for all of the companion animals that exist in this world. This means some companion animals will not find homes. It's simple math.

Please check out the information about our spay/neuter program to see how we can help you. Our options include:
- transport days for pets (between Huntingdon, Tyrone and the Allegheny Spay and Neuter Clinic/Animal Welfare Council of the Alleghenies in Woodland)
- money-saving vouchers useable at select clinics in Centre and Clearfield Counties
- the Fix-A-Bull Program (for pit bulls)
www.happypawshappyhomes.org

01/07/2024

United 4 Animals has helped Happy Paws Happy Homes through their yearly fundraiser for several years now. We are very grateful for their support of our mission! Please support this fundraiser and spread the word so we can help as many local companion animals as possible.

28/06/2024

We still have a few male cat neuter appts. avail. with transport this summer. PM us!