Thursday, October 25, 2012

What Good is Life without a Dog?


                        My Two boys, Gunther and Buck




What good is life without a dog?

Have you ever asked yourself where you would be without a dog?

Without a dog, any time you accidentally dropped a piece of food on the floor, you’d have to bend over to pick it up.

Without a dog, you’d never have anyone demonstrate how important it is to stop every day and smell the roses… and then lift your leg on them.

Without a dog, no one will listen to you

r opinions for more than a few minutes without interrupting to tell you their opinions, which you won’t find nearly as interesting. A dog, on the other hand, thinks everything you have to say is absolutely brilliant and fascinating, especially if you’re holding a piece of food while you’re talking.

Without a dog, there’s no one in the house who thinks driving with you to the store is one of the most fun things in the world.

Without a dog, you’ll be without at least one creature who thinks you are the smartest, most decent and heroic human being on the planet.

Without a dog, you might never know the joy of owning custom-chewed shoes.

Without a dog, some of your tennis balls might get really dry.

Without a dog, no one will think you are the most amazing cook in the world just because you can open a can.

Without a dog, you’ll probably not take walks every day, and you’ll probably never carry little bags for dog poo, either. Studies show that just adding those dog walks to your schedule can help you lose weight, live longer and battle stress (though no one has ever claimed that picking up dog poo does any of these things). Having a dog in your life lowers blood pressure and wards off depression. In short, without a dog you won’t live as long or as happily.

So why would you want to be without a dog? Just something to think about... tell me what your dog does for you!

                  

Monday, October 22, 2012

Pet Halloween Costumes Double In 2012

With Halloween right around the corner, Americans are expected to spend 40 percent more on Halloween pet costumes this year than in 2010.
According to the National Retail Federation, Americans intend to spend $370 million on their pets this Halloween season—that’s $70 million more than last year. It seems pet spoiling is actually on the rise. In 2002, consumers spent almost $30 billion on their pets. Whereas last year, for the first time ever, national pet spending surpassed $50 billion. This record is expected to be broken once again this year. This year, approximately 15 percent of Americans will buy pet costumes—a 24 percent increase since 2010. Not only are more people purchasing Halloween costumes for their pets, but they’re also spending much more money on these costumes. While last year’s top-selling pet Halloween costumes included pumpkins, devils, and hot dogs, this year, expect to see superheroes, lederhosen, elephants, tacos, and chefs.
But always remember: your pet’s safety and comfort should be the main concern with any costume.
“Fun costumes should be simple and not limit the pet’s ability to move or use their natural senses,” said Kirsten Theisen, director of pet care issues for the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS).
Don’t forget to submit your pet’s photo to enroll in our second annual Halloween costume contest! We will be accepting submissions until next Wednesday, October 28th.
Once all photos are in, we will post all the submitted photos to Facebook, and the pet costume with the most “likes” will win the contest. Make sure you get all of your friends to become a fan of Global Animal’s Facebook page so they can vote for the picture of your costumed pet!

Is anyone Missing a Mastiff? We need to catch this poor boy.

Somebody must be missing this Mastiff???? This Mastiff was spotted by multiple people 3 weeks ago roaming around the Country Club/Golf Course in Mingoville. Now today 10/20/12 it was spotted again at the very top of Madisonburg Mountain by one of the same people. The dog appears to be a purebred Mastiff who is very very skinny. It would not get close enough to snap a good picture and we are unsure if it is wearing a color. It looked like a very lost, scared, starved dog. I will drive over the mountain tomorrow to see if I can spot him because I am unsure how much longer he will make it traveling since it is getting colder and it is already so thin. Please contact me if you have seen this dog or know somebody that is missing a Mastiff. Also, the family that lives on the golf course in Mingoville has been contacted multiple times about this dog because they own two Mastiffs but this is not their dog. Thank You so Much for taking the time to read this and look at the not so great pic!!!!

4 Week Kitten Needs Home

Everyone meet Filmore. He is around 4 weeks old, and was found in someones garage off the small road Filmore, out near the airport. He does have a sinus infection and eye infection right now, but is being treated. He has a strong motor box and is a great cuddlier. If you might be looking for a kitten or know of anyone who might please e-mail me Cortlynj@gmail.com . Thanks


Friday, October 19, 2012

Nala Needs a home- 8 Month Pit Mix

Pets Come First Hey Everyone here is Nala. I just got the e-mail about her lastnight. Her mother had to move and moved into a home where she can nbot keep Nala. She is a 8 month old Mix. She is not altered yet, but I can assit you in getting a Spay and Neuter voucher if need...Friendly and grew up around 2 kids.  If you or anyone you know are looking for a Pitty Mix, please let me know.  Cortlynj@gmail.com


Thursday, October 18, 2012

A day in the life of a puppy foster...

I woke up this morning to a loud crash followed by a series of little yips, a yowl and lots of barking. Groggily, I went downstairs to find my darling foster puppies out of the "puppy area" (the crash was the gate falling down). The two pups, the last of my litter of five, had cornered my cat in the bookcase. As I attempted to bribe them to return to the puppy area... they're at the stage where they'll do anything for a piece of cheese... I stepped in a pile of poop. I cleaned up their area, got them situated, checked on the cat, assured my dogs all was well and looked at the clock - 4:37 a.m. "Why do I do this," I thought to myself.

Since Cortlyn asked me to write a guest blog, I thought it was the perfect topic. I've been a foster mom for 14 years. I got my first foster almost immediately after getting my first dog. He was deaf and would run away. My vet suggested I foster and find a dog to "guide" him. I've been fostering ever since. Over the years, I've fostered more than 500 animals, mostly dogs and cats. I've lost shoes, books, clothing and furniture to my foster dogs. One ripped out my wall to wall carpeting. One dug a hole through the door to my spare bedroom. So why do I keep doing it? Because someone has to... because I should... because they need me... all of those reasons are valid, but the real reason I foster is the joy I get when I see my foster go to his forever home. Is it sad? Absolutely. I know I will cry when Peanut and Hazel find their families, but I wouldn't have it any other way.

The dog that got me started in fostering passed away this June. I miss him with all my heart. His spirit lives on, though, in ever foster that comes through my door. I can't save them all, but each one I have saved has touched my heart completely. If you've never fostered, I urge you to consider it. It will change you forever.

Tuesday, October 16, 2012

New Baby

Almost 5 weeks ago my daughter Alexandra was born. I was curious to see how our 2 yellow labs (mother: Sadie, daughter: Faith) and 3 cats (Puck, Moses, & Sierra) would react to her arrival. I had my husband bring a blanket home from the hospital with Alex's scent on it so that they could ease into her arrival. When I brought her home I left her in her carseat and let everyone sniff her. Everyone was calm and accepting until the first cry! The dogs thought they did something wrong and were scared. The cats were more curious than ever. Since that day Sadie takes a motherly role and watches over Alex (see picture). Faith could care less about her, and the 3 cats want to conquer her nursery. The first night I had Alex in her crib she woke up crying. I went in to see what was wrong and Moses was in the crib with her. Since that event I have kept the door to her nursery shut at all times.
Blogging is not my "thing" so I hope someone enjoys this post.

Thanks,
Courtney

Kittens in Need


A few months ago I noticed a few kittens on our property. I know they were not our kittens since our cats are spayed and neutered. I called the girl running this site, Cortlyn Johnson since we knew each other from school. She brought her friends and got all the kittens, and found loving homes for them. She is a great person, and would do anything for animals.

Spent Grain Pet Biscuits

Come check out the spent grain pet biscuits at Otto's Pub and Brewery. With every purchase, a contribution is made to paws. Dogs love these pet treats and they come in many different flavors, Chicken, Beef, and Peanut Butter!
http://ottospubandbrewery.com/2011/02/spent-grain-pet-biscuits/

Monday, October 15, 2012

I love Paws. They are the first place my family adopted from...

Centre County PAWS is committed to finding forever homes for cats and dogs, educating citizens on responsible pet ownership, providing spay/neuter assistance, and ending pet overpopulation. We are a non-euthanasia, member supported, volunteer enabled organization dedicated to the Promotion of Animal Welfare and Safety.

Please take the time to check out their pets and see how you can help them! PAWS!

2 lost dogs

Lost Dogs/One Found Cat, One Lost Cat! These two dogs went missing Tuesday night from their home, which is on Rt. 120 seven miles outside of Lock Haven. If you have any information, please contact (570)-748-6878...please read the comments below for information on two found cats...
Picture of the two lost dogs in Lock Haven area 

Puppies Poisoned in Blair County

A group came together and had a Pitbull Walk... and this is what someone does, makes me sick.
So sorry to everyone who's animals were affected or murdered by this cruel person...

http://wearecentralpa.com/fulltext/?nxd_id=405482

Sandy is in Need... Please check out

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Sandy/264320373625860

Please help share this Facebook page and help Sandys family get the help they need.

Anyone Missing a Tiger Tabby Cat - Vairo Blvd, State College, PA

This cat started showing up around Sept. 24th (Vairo Blvd., State College, PA) and I've been seeing this cat a couple times a week. I'm giving this cat some food and water but I'd like to find it's original owners.

If you think this is your cat, please contact me. I'm not able to pick this cat up so I'll have to set a trap.

Please e-mail Melissa at m_hintosh@hotmail.com if you would like to adopt this cat or if you are the owners of this cat. Thank you!

Sunday, October 14, 2012

Zipper, has been missing from the Stonebridge neighborhood since Thursday (Oct. 11) night. Zipper is a long-haired, fluffy, grey and cream-colored (mostly grey) tabby cat. He is a male, two years old, and very sweet and gentle. If anyone should see him, we would appreciate very much if you could call me at 814-571-8331. He is a mostly indoor cat, has never stayed away like this before, and we are very worried about him. The address he ran away from is 3092 Westover Drive

Friday, October 12, 2012

Pennsylvania Ferret Rescue

I came across this site, when someone suggested I pass them along to a friend looking to rehome her ferret. After looking at this site, i remembered, this is the group my father and I rescued out ferrets from years ago. They were great people then, with lots of knowledge and were very strong in helping us in all accidents.

If anyone is interested in a Ferret, or has a ferret who needs help please check out this group.

Ferret Rescue