The start of 2020 brought a lot of dogs into the shelter. Hard to tell whether that was a result of scary fireworks, owners out of town, wind opening gates or what, but we are hoping that they will still be claimed by their owners. For now, the shelter population is higher than we’d like.…
Dogtown: Bosco will greet you with a full body wag
Bosco is probably about 40 to 45 pounds with a slender build. He has a smooth coat of dark brindle with white accents and a stubby tail. If you are looking for that dog that will meet you with a full body wag every time you come home, Bosco is the dog for you!
Dogtown: Reflecting on a year of rescues
We couldn’t do what we need without the generous support of the Humboldt Area Foundation and their animal welfare grants.
Dogtown: Everybody’s a dreamer and everybody’s a star – especially Seamus
Redwood Pals Rescue has some exciting news! You might remember that our rescue boy Seamus was discovered by a Hollywood animal trainer last year.
Dogtown: Shane’s a no-drama dog; Bugsy needs a buddy
Here’s a lovely dog for a cold December day! Shane is a three-year-old male with a lovely thick coat that makes us think maybe he has shepherd and husky in his background, though other breeds are certainly a possibility also. Shane has impressed the volunteers with his gentle personality and nice leash manners. One of…
Dogtown: Roly-poly good times with Moose & Hippo
Who could resist a couple of puppies named Moose and Hippo? These sturdy youngsters are about three months old and have some sort of large breed in their heritage. They are gentle, happy fellows who are happy to play with each other in the yard, meet new friends of either the human or canine variety…
Dogtown: Come meet these intelligent cattle dogs
The Humboldt County Animal Shelter currently has a couple of beautiful cattle dog girls for your consideration. Cricket and Sydney are waiting to meet you! Cricket is about 6 months old and has a lovely pettable white and grey speckled coat. She came into the shelter quite shy but has blossomed with handling from the…
Dogtown: Lola has blossomed, and Prima has puppies
This past week was the time for grant applications and reports for funding through the Humboldt Area Foundation. The process involves a lot of writing and reviewing but it is a great opportunity to take stock of the accomplishments of the year for our Redwood Pals Rescue. We have vaccinated over 100 dogs and puppies,…
Dogtown: Two nice boys – Swift and Louie
November already! The year is flying by. With the return of standard time we are now walking the last dogs of the day in the dark p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday evenings when the shelter is open until 7 p.m. You don’t have to meet dogs outside though; there are well-lit inside venues for meet…
Dogtown: Come meet sweet Basil and Rufus
The shelter has announced the date for this year’s Holiday Open House. It will take place on Saturday, Dec. 14. This event is a benefit for the shelter’s Emergency Medical Fund, which provides needed veterinary care for dogs and cats who have orthopedic injuries, heartworm, or other serious conditions. Though it’s two months away, you…