Week 16 of shelter in place. I totally neglected to mention the Four of July last week. It seems like we are missing so many of the markers that define the year – Graduations, the Kinetic Sculpture Race, the start of Crabs Baseball – that it is hard to keep track of where we are.…
Dogtown: A plethora of puppies and teen gentleman Jax
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: 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: 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: 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: 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: Jethro, an aroma aficionado; Bugsy, who takes no guff from big dogs
It seems there is a something happening every weekend at this time of year! This Saturday will be “Bark in the Park,” an annual event put on by the Humboldt Bay Firefighters at Sequoia Park in Eureka. This 5K walk/run is dog-friendly and starts at 10 am. This year the proceeds go to the Humboldt…
Dogtown: Lucy with no eyes, a diamond
Hoping all of you and your pets had as quiet and safe Fourth of July as possible. Here are a couple of fun dogs that we are currently working with. I can guarantee that at least one of them will never be bothered by the fireworks in the future! Lucy is a little Redwood Pals…