Take Me Home: York Region OSPCA Pets: Dogs

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Sunday, March 7, 2010

Take Me Home: March 7, 2010

I took some new photos at Mohill, yesterday. Walking into one of the cat rooms, I felt as if I'd entered black cat heaven -- six or seven lovely, black cats immediately surrounded me, looking for attention. What a bonanza! If you're considering adopting a new pet, please think about one (or two) or the many adult black cats that are available. Unfortunately, these dark-furred felines are the last to find a home. I have no idea why, but I can assure you that black fur is not any more of a hassle than any other colour. And my own black cat, Meeko, hasn't brought us anything but the very best of luck.

These are just a few of the fifteen sleek, black models available. Because there are so many, most have collars with their names printed. Why not visit, and introduce yourself to: Artemis, Salem, Zilda, Preston, Nathan, Nathaniel, Elizabeth, Emerald, Rosalee, Pagan, Austin, Karina, Taylor, Nikademus, and Rosie. They range in age from nine months to seven years.

Bear, a seven-month old silver-marten rabbit, has a beautiful black and tan coat. He's looking for a home where he can run around (or is that hop around?), and have fun. ADOPTED

Sago is just under five years old, and is looking for a home without children. She's friendly and fun-loving, but needs a family with the patience to teach her the finer points of dog etiquette.

The centre (Mohill) is located at 16586 Woodbine Avenue, just south of Mulock/Vivian Sideroad. Their adoption hours are:

Monday to Wednesday & Saturday:
12 - 6 p.m.
Thursday & Friday: 12 - 7 p.m.
Sunday: 12 - 5 p.m.

For more information on these and the many other pets available, go to the OSPCA York Region Website.

Thursday, February 18, 2010

Take Me Home: February 18, 2010

When you drop by the centre to adopt, or simply to socialize with the animals, don't forget to thank the wonderful people who work there. They do a super job of caring for the many pets waiting for their forever homes.

Seven year old, Pagan, is declawed. When he's not presiding from his purple couch, he will be checking out everything that's going on in the area. ADOPTED

Rolex is a doberman-mix and just eight months, but full-grown at 90 pounds. He's cuddly, energetic and looking for a home without children. ADOPTED

Sweet-faced Dawn is two years old and looking for a life-long companion. ADOPTED

Monday, January 25, 2010

Take Me Home: January 25, 2010

When an animal is brought into the OSPCA, it receives the following:

Shelter and general care
Vet care
Extra medical treatment or surgery, if required
Food
Vaccinations
Micro-chipping
Deworming and flea treatment
Spaying/neutering

That's why a cat from the shelter might cost $150, and a dog up to $300. The OSPCA does not receive any government handouts, relying instead on money from donations, fundraisers, surrender fees, and adoptions. And speaking of adoptions, the shelter is bursting at the seams with pets waiting for a new home and family:

Take home six year olds, Karmela and Strider, and pay for just one cat. These two have been together all their lives and can't be separated. As I've said before, it's far better to have two cats so they can keep each other company. ADOPTED

Beauty, a Rottweiler/Shepherd mix, is a very excited three month old puppy. She's (impatiently) waiting for a family to call her own. ADOPTED

Just a year-and-a-half old, Lacey is an affectionate, slim kitty. ADOPTED

Five-year-old, Nemo, is a happy boy, with loads of energy. He gets along well with most, but would prefer a home without children. ADOPTED

Sunday, November 8, 2009

Take Me Home: November 8, 2009

The shelter is bursting at the seams with kittens and cats, so if you've been considering adopting, now is the time. You don't want all those Christmas ribbons and boxes to go to waste -- they are perfect entertainment for felines. Oh, and speaking of entertainment, the shelter cats can always use new toys -- small stuffed toys are especially welcome (no catnip, please!). Here are this week's featured pets. Click on the photos to enlarge or to see more clearly:

Five year old, Baby, is a Shar-Pei mix, looking for a mature home. He's a lovable guy who gets along well with other dogs. ADOPTED

Sweet, two year old, Abby is a Border Collie, Siberian Husky mix. She loves long walks, but not loud noises. A little shy at first, Abby needs a family who understands her breed and can provide undivided attention. ADOPTED

Marble, a Chinchilla, is between 2-5 years old. She needs a family who will let her out of her cage, and socialize with her. I have read that Chinchillas can live up to 20 years, so if you do adopt Marble, she will love you for a long time. ADOPTED

One-year-old, Kally, is a sweet, curious cat who will make a great companion. ADOPTED

Monday, June 8, 2009

Take Me Home: June 8, 2009

Seems I'm always filling a bag or box then hauling the stuff up to Goodwill. Goes to a god cause, but this month you'll have the opportunity to get rid of your gently used goods -- and help the animals. The York Region OSPCA will hold a yard sale on June 27 and 28th. Click here for more information.

Lots of lovable animals are waiting for adoption. Take a look:

Affectionate Roscoe, a Irish wolfhound mix, is six years old. Look at his beautiful colouring! He gets along well with other dogs, but not so much with kids or cats. ADOPTED

Five month old Bambi has fur as soft as down -- I could have cuddled her all afternoon (and she would have loved it). Bambi gets along well with other cats. ADOPTED

Kenny (white on chest) and Cartman are five months old. These two boys were all over me, purring and snuggling. BOTH ADOPTED

I thought this photo of Bambi and Kenny playing under the blanket was so cute (click on photo to enlarge). Believe it or not, Cartman is also under there somewhere.

Thursday, April 23, 2009

Take Me Home: April 23, 2009

To raise money, the Ontario SPCA will be holding a “Friends for Life” Walk-a-thon and Fun Fair in May:

Date: May 24, 2009
Registration: 10:00 am
Start: 11:00 am
Location: Richmond Green Park, 1300 Elgin Mills Road, Richmond Hill (map)
Info: Bring your “Friend for Life” to show your support and raise funds for the less fortunate animals without a special friend. Registration opens at 10am with the walk beginning at 11am. Following the walk enjoy a BBQ lunch and try your hand at some of our Fun Fair games! Fun for all.

Go here to register.

Spring has sprung, which means more kittens being taken in by the shelter. There's already too many animals needing homes. If you have a place in your own home for one more, take a look at this week's bounty:

Cookie is a playful ten-month-old. When I threw a ball through the crinkle sack, she loved diving in after it. ADOPTED

Rats, Bert and Ernie, are just three months old. They're curious little guys, and are only $10.00 each. ADOPTED

Maple

Maple is an 8 1/2 year old female boxer, active and in good health. She's friendly and enjoys meeting new friends. ADOPTED

Belle

Four-year-old Belle is sweet, but a bit shy. She's a shepherd/border Collie/Lab mix who has been with Maple (above) her whole life. Belle would like to be adopted with her best friend, so it would be wonderful if the two of them could share your home. ADOPTED

Thursday, March 26, 2009

Take Me Home: March 26, 2009

The York Region Ontario SPCA offers a weekly summer program called "Connected Kids Camp" for children aged 8 - 12. My daughter attended the camp when she was younger, and loved it. Go here for more information.

Now on to some of the animals available for adoption at the shelter:

Two-year-old Adam is curious and affectionate, and has the sweetest face. He came to the shelter as a stray, and is looking for a home he can call his own. TRANSFERRED TO CAMBRIDGE SHELTER

Just under one year old, energetic and playful Kollai is a Siberian Husky cross who needs a family that understands the breed. He has some anxiety issues, and is on a special diet. Kollai understands basic commands and gets along well with his fellow canines. ADOPTED

Henry is five years old, and extremely affectionate. He followed and rubbed against me as I made my way around the room. I think this is one very loyal cat. ADOPTED

Wednesday, March 18, 2009

Take Me Home: March 18, 2009

Good news! The Mohill Clinic in Newmarket is now open. For just $50, owners can have their pets spayed or neutered. Not only that, the centre is offering vaccinations for about $10. Spread the word, and take advantage of this wonderful service. Phone for an appointment.

I've been ill, so unable to visit the shelter for the past month. Now feeling much better, I went today to take pictures and see some friends (both the furry and un-furry kind). Here are just a few of the furry ones I ran into (and they just happen to available for adoption):

These two one year old boys are John and Paul (I wonder if there was a Ringo and George too?). I can't tell them apart, but they were both very playful when I visited. BOTH ADOPTED

Julian is a sweet, two year old male. He loves to be picked up, and will bury his nose into the crook of your arm. If you have lots of love and attention to give, then Julian might be the cat for you. TRANSFERRED TO CAMBRIDGE SHELTER

Two-year-old Sunshine watched carefully as I snapped pictures and pet the other cats. When I finally came to her, she purred happily. I think she may have even smiled. TRANSFERRED TO CAMBRIDGE SHELTER

This little guy is just one of many Llasa Apso mixes currently available at Mohill. They range in age from about one year to ten years. He is friendly, but it's impossible for me to take his picture if I let him out of the cage -- I need more hands! ADOPTED

Wednesday, January 21, 2009

Take Me Home: January 21, 2009

If you're considering adopting a dog, please check out this wonderful blog post by Karen Shanley. She lists five important things you should know in order to get off to a great start with your new family member.

Speaking of dogs ... and cats and birds (you can click on the photos to enlarge).

Budgies, Sunshine (yellow male) and Cloud (blue female), are two-years-old and come as a package deal at $40. They will need a home with someone who has the time to care for and socialize with them. ADOPTED

Sunrise, a stray, is a Terrier mix. At this time, her age is uncertain, but when she is spayed, the vet will have a better idea of how old she is. Sunrise is a sweet girl who would prefer an active family. In the picture, she's looking at the door -- I think she's waiting for you to come visit. ADOPTED

Morris is just under a year old and is looking for a loving and dependable family. He was brought in by the Investigation Department because his previous owner could not care for him. On the day this photo was taken, he was luxuriating in the sunshine. ADOPTED

Monday, January 12, 2009

Take Me Home: January 12, 2009

For Christmas, my parents gave me money to donate to the OSPCA. It was the perfect gift. It's something to consider the next time you're buying a birthday or Christmas gift for an animal lover.

And now for the highlights of today's post:

These two-month-old puppies are so darn cute, but as you can see, they were near-impossible to photograph. After 10 minutes of taking pictures of puppy backs and bottoms, I snapped the one below. Not perfect, but I'll settle for it. My advice -- drop into the centre, and fall in love. ADOPTED

I just love a Torti's colouring. Two-year-old Clair arrived at the shelter with 42 other cats. She's friendly and outgoing -- and obviously enjoys showing off her acrobatic skills. Like all cats and dogs over 6 months old, Clair has been spayed. ADOPTED

Wendy is two years old, and gets along with people and cats. She likes to play and loves being brushed. Sounds like she'd be perfect for the family who is looking for a sociable pet. TRANSFERRED TO CAMBRIDGE SHELTER

One-year-old, Siberian Husky cross, Pluto and his brother, Tiger, are not used to living indoors or being touched by people. They will require patience, an understanding of their breed, and a home without children. It's a tough task, but I'll bet the rewards will be worth the hard work. ADOPTED

Thursday, December 4, 2008

Take Me Home: December 4, 2008

I had no idea that taking pictures of these wonderful animals would be so difficult -- the cats and dogs are so affectionate, it's hard to get anything but extreme close-ups! Here are today's featured pets, available for adoption at the OSPCA in Newmarket, Ontario (click on each photo to enlarge):

Roger is a gorgeous, long-haired, neutered male. He's one year old, very alert and is looking for a home that provides lots of love and attention. How can you resist that face? ADOPTED

Sabina is a six-year old spayed Calico who likes other cats. She looks very comfortable, doesn't she? I wonder if she comes with the house? ADOPTED

Thomas has been at the shelter for one year -- its longest-staying resident. He's a quiet, seven-year-old neutered tabby who gets along with other cats. Wouldn't it be wonderful if Thomas had a home he could call his own in the New Year? ADOPTED. I couldn't be happier for him!

Tucker is a one-year-old neutered male Border Collie. He'd do best in a home that has knowledge and experience with this breed. Like all Border Collies, Tucker needs lots of opportunities to exercise and learn. I spent only a few moments with him, and was warmed by his friendliness and desire to play. ADOPTED

Ben and Jerry are brothers who would love to be adopted into the same home as they often snuggle together. They're two years old, neutered, and very affectionate. Although they look nothing alike, these two guys are a matched set that can't be broken up. ADOPTED TOGETHER

Playful, four-month-old Lightning loves to cuddle around your face and neck -- I had a hard time walking away from this sweet kitten. She'd like other cat friends but would be just as happy to be in a one cat household. Lightning has a small hernia that is operable. A voucher to have her spayed at six months of age is included. ADOPTED

The centre (Mohill) is located at 16586 Woodbine Avenue, just south of Mulock/Vivian Sideroad. Their adoption hours are:

Monday to Wednesday & Saturday:
12:00 - 6 p.m.
Thursday & Friday: 12 - 7 p.m.
Sunday: 12 - 5 p.m.

For more information on these and the many other pets available, go to Petfinder.com or the OSPCA York Region Website.

Take Me Home: York Region OSPCA Pets