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: A pair of adorable chiweenies
Adopt a Shelter Dog Month is continuing till the end of October. This week we’re featuring a pair of little cuties, Ruby and Spirit. These young adult females, probably sisters, are chiweenies, a mix of Chihuahua and Dachshund. We think they are about two years old. They were found just south of the Bayside cutoff;…
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…
Dogtown: Doggie drama, adventures and adoptables
October is National Adopt A Shelter Dog Month! Of course we would love to see dogs adopted, but even if you are not in the market for a new furry friend, there are ways that you can celebrate the occasion. Donations to a shelter or rescue are always appreciated! The shelter’s Emergency Medical Fund…
Dogtown: Meet Digby, a social butterfly
One thing that we do at Redwood Pals Rescue is to work with the dogs at the Humboldt County Animal Shelter that have not yet passed their shelter temperament testing. Sometimes these dogs are very shy, or overwhelmed by the barking and activity of the shelter. Handling them gently, bringing them goodies and exposing them…
Dogtown: Special dogs seek special homes
I usually write up the adoptable dogs at the county shelter or the dogs we are working with at Redwood Pals Rescue, but sometimes there are dogs in an in-between category. These two, Jasper and Rufus, fall into one of those groups. Both of these dogs have already passed their temperament tests, but medical conditions have…
Dogtown: Jax, an adventurer, and Otis, a distinguished gentleman
How are your pets doing with all this warm weather? I know my dogs sure enjoyed the opportunity to go for a swim in the Mad River the other evening. Well, some swam; others just dipped their toes, but they were all pleasantly surprised that the humans decided on an early evening outing! The shelter…
Dogtown: Dog art at Arts Alive
Mark your calendars for this Saturday, Aug. 3! We have a fun event coming up at Eureka Arts Alive. The Studio and Canvas + Clay Gallery is hosting a show of dog art with Redwood Pals Rescue! The group exhibition is called “Heel” and features an array of dog art from many Studio artists, other…
Dogtown: A full shelter means adopters get a discount
If you have been considering adding a dog to your family, now is the time! The shelter is filled to capacity and then some, thanks in part to the dog nightmare that is the Fourth of July. We never really know why sometimes dogs come in and turn right around and go back out, and…
Dogtown: Don’t over-console your pet during the ‘end of the world’
The Fourth of July, or as some pets call it, “the end of the world,” is just a day away. I ran a few tips for keeping your animals safe last week. Here are a few more. Fireworks and matches can be toxic to pets so make sure all the garbage gets swept up and…