The dog, an unaltered male, was located without a collar and is not microchipped. The dog is approximately three years old and weighs 12 pounds.
Dogtown: Meet Red, a little dog with lots of character; and goofy-woofy Basil
Both of these boys are neutered, vaccinated and microchipped and ready for their forever homes. And if this article piques your interest about fostering, please contact me at [email protected]!
Dogtown: Influx of dogs at the shelter
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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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…