PET HEALTH

Looking for the best pet care options for the health and wellness of your 4-Legged friends? Then welcome to our “Pet Health” Section, where we will bring you the finest businesses in Central Kentucky that will tend to the care and well-being of our furry loved ones.

In this issue we feature “Uptown Hounds,” an upscale pet resort in downtown Lexington that will pamper your pooch in the way he or she deserves, as well as all the good things that are happening at the

Lexington Humane Society.

The life-saving work the Lexington Humane Society (LHS) provides is accomplished by our community’s desire to give animals another chance at a healthy and happy forever. Every program LHS has in place guides animals in their journey to adoption day. The Second Chances program was developed as a way to provide extraordinary treatment for animals in need of special medical intervention that would otherwise prevent them from thriving.

Second Chances funding assists with intensive surgeries, diagnostic work, equine rescue, prescriptions, formula for foster care and special food – resources that many animals in need would typically not receive. Having an on-site veterinarian and in-house pharmacy allows us to stretch our dollars further, in turn helping a greater number of special-needs animals each year. Typically, an amputation surgery would cost at least $800. However, we are able to perform the same surgery on-site for approximately $250. Bladder surgery normally costs up to $3,000, yet our cost is only $1,000. The average amount spent on each Second Chances animal is approximately $1,000.

We are reminded, now more than ever, that we must lean on each other for support. Even during these unprecedented times, we are sure our community will continue to rise to the occasion when there are animals in need. Every dollar counts when providing life-saving care to animals waiting to meet their forever families. They need us. We need you. Donate today to give an animal their second chance.

ANIMALS FIND SECOND CHANCES

AT LEXINGTON HUMANE SOCIETY

SUMMER MEANS “ONE-STOP SHOPPING”

AT UPTOWN HOUNDS By David Bryan Blondell, Special Sections Dir. A s a pet owner, are you tired of dragging your beloved pooch to two, three or four different places for the services and products your dog needs? Then kick off your summer by kicking away all those extra trips: Give Uptown Hounds a try for “One-Stop Shopping” for grooming, daycare, boarding, food, gifts and numerous playtime options.

America’s Uptown Hounds Luxury Resorts was created as an all-inclusive, high-quality, highenergy environment where your four-legged family member can play, primp, relax and stay. And let’s face it — you AND your pooch deserve the best single place available when it comes to providing them everything they need.

Conveniently located in downtown Lexington near office buildings, the University of Kentucky campus and all of the downtown hospitals and healthcare facilities, Uptown Hounds’ guests — pets and their owners — have a multitude of luxurious amenities to enjoy.

Uptown Hounds features large, plush hotel suites for short- and long-term boarding, private daycare rooms, a top-notch grooming Salon & Spa and a boutique with the finest of toys, treats, food and pet-related merchandise. In addition, extremely large heated indoor and manicured outdoor play areas provide your pooch the most fun and friendly environment possible. Moreover, the beautiful marble floors and walls and the upscale fixtures that are part of the facility’s luxurious decor simply reflect the upscale treatment your four-legged member of royalty deserves.

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Enjoy“ONE-STOPSHOPPING”atUptownHounds!

In addition to Uptown Hounds’ weekly daycare services, a special new weekend daycare schedule is now available: Saturday and Sunday from

8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.!

Also inquire about the “Daycare Referral Bonus.”

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The Daycare Services at Uptown Hounds are considered second to none, with newly expanded weekday hours of 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Monday through Friday to make it more convenient for working owners. In addition, there are new weekend daycare hours: Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Once there, the friendly Pet Services Staff makes sure your dog is well-cared for and is having a happy, fun stay with up to three play-time sessions with its new-found friends (grouped by weight and activity level). Individual playtime and extra attention is also offered, as is supervised usage of the popular 30-foot-by-50-foot outdoor pool during its seasonal operation.

Which brings us now to summertime, the most anticipated time of the year for owners and pets alike: the opening of the oversized doggie-only pool! Fondly referred to as the “Cool Pool,” this very popular and in-demand venue provides hours of fun for Uptown Hounds’ clients (and guests; dog vaccines required) to bring and watch their dogs romp and stomp and have the best time of their lives! Towels and lifejackets are available; the staff will provide supervision for pool use during daycare or boarding visits. For further enjoyment, poolside chairs and tables with large umbrellas surround the pool, giving shade and a comfortable place to rest for owners and swimmers alike.

Summer is here, and “One-Stop Shopping” is a reality that will fulfill your pet’s needs at Uptown Hounds. They recognize the proper, professional care of your pets is among the most important considerations you have — and for anyone wanting to give as much love and special care to your dogs as they give you, this summer please give America’s Uptown Hounds Luxury Resorts a try.

Please visit their website at www.UptownHounds.com or call Guest Services at (859) 255- 2275. A new texting service is now available as well — text any questions or boarding requests to (859) 255-2275. Uptown Hounds is conveniently located just off South Broadway at 466 Angliana Avenue, just a half mile from downtown and a block from The Red Mile. They invite you to a quick tour of the facility and look forward to welcoming you and your dog as a part of the Uptown Hounds family!

Note: As the conditions surrounding the pandemic and its restrictions change, please call Uptown Hounds or visit their Website to verify what services are currently being offered or affected.

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pet events

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JUNE 6

MUTT STRUT Mutt Strut 2020 is going VIRTUAL! Register today for one of our largest fundraising events of the year that brings in muchneeded funds for the animals. This year we are going VIRTUAL and hope you will join us to support the animals in your community! Register for the event to begin fundraising and win prizes for each fundraising goal passed. On Saturday, June 6th, take your 4-legged friend for a walk and share on social media using the hashtag #LHSVIRTUALMUTTSTRUT. We will share your photos throughout the day! Those who registered before May 18th at 12pm will receive a free event t-shirt. Pickup will begin on June 2nd!