We have taken in 27 puppies in four litters since the pandemic began and, as of last Friday, two more little cuties were added to our crew!
Dogtown: Shelter in place with a fuzzy friend
Week 14 of shelter in place: the Humboldt County Animal Shelter is down to five adoptable dogs, though there are a couple in the wings that may be available by the time this paper hits the newsstands. The kittens hinted at last week have arrived; most of them are still a little young for adoption…
Dogtown: Shake paws with your new sweet-snoring Buddy
He can even sit on his back legs and shake hands with his one front paw! Buddy is very well-behaved in the house and good on the leash for walks. He loves a comfy bed and having his belly rubbed.
Dogtown: Meet Dahlia & Jessie, two friendly girls
It is week 12 of shelter-in-place and there are a few more dogs available at the shelter. That wild thunderstorm of a week or so ago spooked quite a few dogs and sent them running for a safe place!
Dogtown: meet little Sparky, a real crowd pleaser
This would normally be a column about our adventures with the Kinetic Sculpture Race. It has been so much fun over the last few years to take a group of adoptable dogs to follow along with our dog sculpture Sparky! Sparky the Kinetic Foster Dog had a few surprises planned for this year’s event but…
Dogtown: Duke and Luna are playful, friendly and ready to fit right in
If you are looking for a loyal and loving companion, contact the shelter at the number above or Redwood Pals Rescue by email at [email protected] or voicemail (707) 633-8842.
Dogtown: Animal shelter nearly empty
Week seven of shelter in place: the shelter has only three adoptable dogs and five dogs in hold on site! Six other adoptable dogs are out with foster families (but still available). For comparison, the shelter was averaging around 25 adoptable dogs and a like number of dogs on hold around the start of the…
Dogtown: Peanut butter party pleases pooches
Here is your doggie update for week five of shelter in place. It’s a happy update! The shelter population is at the lowest number that I have seen in the eight years that I have been involved in volunteering. So far about 15 dogs have had the chance to spend time out of…
Dogtown: Rescuers to meet with Sheriff to talk policy
You may have heard that there is some controversy involving the Sheriff’s Office and rules for how long an animal may stay at the shelter once it has been determined that it does not meet the shelter’s standards for adoption. This policy affects dogs and cats that rescue groups such as Redwood Pals work…
Dogtown: The perpetually happy face of Smiles, and gentle, curious Bjorn
Both of these dogs are available at the Humboldt County Animal Shelter, located at 980 Lycoming Ave. in McKinleville. You can see these dogs and the other available dogs and cats at petharbor.com. The shelter is open Monday through Friday.