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Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week: Shiatzi

Shiatzi wants you to be her Valentine!

Cupid is pointing his arrow your way to make the perfect match!  Shiatzi, a 9-year-old spayed Pit Bull Terrier could be your ideal Valentine! She is laid back, calm and as sweet as candy. Shiatzi loves people, knows basic commands and enjoys playing with other dogs. Treat yourself to a lifetime of unconditional love this Valentine's Day!  Her adoption fee is just $35 and this includes vaccinations, a microchip, license and a free veterinary examination. For more information call 619-767-2675 or visit www.sddac.com.  Animal Identification Number A1452202

Monday, January 23, 2012

Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week: Trinity

She's a special cat with special needs and she's looking for a new home.

Trinity is a 2-year-old, spayed, Domestic Short Hair Cat. She is good with other cats and purrs continuously. She is a polydactyl (six toes) and is missing her left rear leg. Trinity was taken from the home of a hoarder. Please come visit her at County Animal Services at 2481 Palomar Airport Rd. in Carlsbad. Our shelter is open Tuesday through Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Her adoption fee of $69 includes vaccinations, a microchip and a free veterinary examination. For more information call 619-767-2675 or visit sddac.com Animal Identification number A1442974 Find us on Facebook and Twitter @RBPatch.

Tuesday, January 17, 2012

Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week: Chaplin

An affectionate cat with just three legs is looking for someone to take him home!

Chaplin is an 8-year-old, neutered Domestic Short Hair cat who solicits attention like crazy. He likes to rub up against you and will lay right beside you to show affection. He is good with other cats and doesn’t let the fact that he only has three legs stop him from pushing past the other cats to get to you. Please come visit him at County Animal Services at 2481 Palomar Airport Rd. in Carlsbad. Our shelter is open Tuesday through Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. His adoption fee of $35 includes vaccinations, a microchip and a free veterinary examination. For more information call 619-767-2675 or visit sddac.com Animal Identification number A1450362 Find us on Facebook and Twitter @RBPatch.

Tuesday, January 10, 2012

Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week: Isabel

Isabel would like a new home for the New Year!

Isabel is a female, 7-year-old Domestic Short Hair Tortie. If you are looking for a lap cat look no further. She is very affectionate. She is also good with other cats and loves to rub on you. Please come visit her at County Animal Services at 2481 Palomar Airport Road in Carlsbad. Her adoption fee is only $35. Adoptions include spaying and neutering, vaccinations, a microchip and a free veterinary exam. For more information call 619-767-2675 or visit www.sddac.com Animal Identification number A1436635 Find us on Facebook and Twitter @RBPatch.

Tuesday, January 3, 2012

Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week: Jester

I'm paws-itively adorable!

Tell me I'm the cutest dog you've ever seen! I may have a severe underbite but it doesn't affect me in the slightest. I think it just gives me more character. My name is Jester and I think I'm the most adorable Bassett Hound-Bulldog blend in the world. I'm already neutered and I'm only 1 year and-5 months old.  Come visit me at County Animal Services at 2481 Palomar Airport Road in Carlsbad. Our shelter is open Tuesday through Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. My adoption fee is only $69 and includes my beautiful smile along with vaccinations, a license, microchip and a free veterinary examination.  Animal Identification Number A1445097 Find us on Facebook and Twitter @RBPatch.

Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week: Tom

Tom is a "Cool Customer!"

A "Cool  Customer" is someone who is very easy going and stays calm. This is Tom! His owner unfortunately passed a way and he has adapted so well to his new, temporary home at County Animal Services in Carlsbad!  He's a beautiful 5-year-old, neutered, black, long haired cat that likes other dogs and cats. He loves to sit on your lap and when he plays, he loves to fetch! Since Tom has been indoors his whole life, he's looking for someone who would love to invite him into their forever home. He's got a brother also that would love to be with him in a new home. Tom's adoption fee is just $25 and includes vaccinations, a microchip and a free veterinary examination. We hope you can visit him! Animal identification Number A1111952

Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week: Linus

Take Linus home for Christmas!

Linus, all dressed in white, would love to be home with you in time to help set cookies out for Santa!  OK, maybe he'll want one for himself too!  Linus is a 2-year-old, neutered, Chihuahua Blend. Weighing in at just 9 pounds, he's the perfect size for any stocking! Linus is a little timid and shy—but wouldn't you be too if you were the smallest one on the block! If you have a warm, snuggly and comfortingly quiet home Linus will make a great companion. He'll get you up and moving in the morning and make sure you have plenty of entertainment as he romps around the house all day.  Come visit Linus at County Animal Services at 2481 Palomar Airport Rd. in Carlsbad. The shelter is open Tuesday through Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.  The …

Friday, December 16, 2011

Can't Our Pets Just Get Along?

There are precautionary measures you can take to make the addition of a new member of the family drama-free.

Having one pet is a joyous experience in itself. However, deciding to add another furry family member to your household is literally double the fun—and the love. Expanding your family is an exciting and rewarding decision, but it requires some careful thought and planning.  There are many important things to keep in mind when introducing pets for the first time. While it’s impossible to predict how new pets will react to one another, there are precautionary measures you can take to increase the likelihood that the first meeting will be a pleasant encounter. First impressions are important—pets can act territorial if another animal is brought into their space or home. It’s important that your pets be introduced for the first time on neutral…

Tuesday, December 13, 2011

Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week: Paxton

Paxton wants a home for the holidays!

Paxton has been waiting so patiently for a forever home! He deserves one too!  Who could resist his adorable eyes that are continually looking for someone to swoop him up and be a companion for life? He's such a social sweetheart and would give anything to have a best bud.  Paxton is an 8-month-old, Spaniel-Dachshund Blend that weighs about 14 pounds. He's a great size for anyone looking for a small bundle of joy! Just think, he could be romping around your home making you laugh merrily, or just lazying around the fire place with you having a good old, peaceful time. This special boy would make your holidays so much brighter.  Paxton's adoption fee is just $25 and includes neutering, vaccinations, a microchip, license and a free veterinary…

Tuesday, December 6, 2011

Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week: Love for Doves

'Tis the season to spread peace!

The name dove is a term of endearment and the bird itself is a symbol of peace for many. What better pet could you adopt during this season of peace and love? This tranquil, gentle creature is looking for a forever home. Perhaps you have other doves and would like to add to your aviary, or maybe you'd like to explore the possibilities of owning such a special bird. The adoption fee is just $5. We hope you can visit with this beautiful dove or any of our other furry creatures who are all hoping to find a home for the holidays.  The shelter is open Tuesday through Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. For more information call 619-767-2675 or visit sddac.com. Animal Identification Number A1443190 Find us on Facebook and Twitter @RBPatch.

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