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Editorial here is nothing more comforting than a warm body and cold nose snuggling next to you. While dogs request little from us, they generously give their unconditional love, loyalty and affection.

This month’s issue is dedicated to rescue and adoption efforts. If you have the resources and can make a life-long commitment to adding a new family member, we encourage you to visit your local animal shelter or rescue organization. There are so many wonderful pets in need of permanent homes. Urban Paws has once again teamed up with Iams to promote their Home 4 the Holidays campaign. Two Houston-area shelters were selected to be featured in this issue. The cute

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faces gracing the pages are all available for adoption. Also in this issue, Lesley Young takes a break from her agility series to share her experience with her rescue dog, Tia in the U.K. It’s quite a dog-friendly place to visit if you are planning a trip outside of the U.S. To read more, see page 16. It’s officially autumn and that means it’s a great time to get outdoors with your dog. There are many fun events in the coming months. Be sure to check out our calendar on page 6. Have a safe and happy Halloween!

Jennifer Kitchens

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Calendar October 2011 Events OCTOBER 9 Golden Beginnings Golden Retriever Rescue’s Annual Reunion Picnic and Hay Ride at George Bush Park, Pavilion 3 from noon to 4:00 pm. This is a free event where hundreds of rescued Golden Retrievers meet to play, swim and socialize. Raffle, door prizes, food and demonstrations. For more information, visit www.gbgrr.org. OCTOBER 15 Adoption Day with Recycled Pomeranians Houston at Natural Pawz -Sterling Ridge. 11:00 am - 3:00 pm. OCTOBER 16 Adoption Day with Tiny Paws Rescue at Natural Pawz -Vintage Park. 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. For details, visit www.tinypawsrescue.com. OCTOBER 21 Join Land Rover and Recycled Poms-Houston, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., for the unveiling of their new Range Rover "Evoque." There will be entertainment, food, cigars, jewelry, artwork, and adoptable Pomeranians. Recycled Poms-Houston will have one of their famous fundraising raffle baskets with lots of goodies in it. 10150 Southwest Freeway. For more information, email wolfdancer616@yahoo.com. OCTOBER 22 Have a howling good time and help the Gleannloch Farms Pet Committee save home-

For a full listing of events, visit: www.urbanpawsmagazine.com/events

less pets in our community at Dogtober Fest Festival & Microchipping Event. Gleannloch Farms Bark Park. 12:00 - 4:00 pm. Activities include music, food, vendors, costume contest, low-cost microchipping and much more. For more information, please visit www.glfpets.com. OCTOBER 22-23 PetFest 2011 in Old Town Spring. Grab your pet and head out for a fun-filled festival of entertainment and education. The event helps to raise money for Houston area rescue groups and animal shelters. For more details, see page 3, or visit www.petfestoldtownspring.com. OCTOBER 29 Bridgeland’s 3rd Annual Howl-O-Ween Fest at Bridgeland's Oak Meadow Park.10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Lined up for the day are puppy performances from Johnny Peers and the Muttville Comix, Houston Canine Frisbee Disc Club, Splash Dogs, Guennadi — World Famous Clown and Dog Act and a pooch fashion show being held at 1:00 pm. Houston-area magician Lanny Kibbey will take the stage at 2:00 pm. For more details, visit www.bridgeland.com. SAVE THE DATE: NOVEMBER 12 5th Annual Kingwood Barktoberfest at Kingwood Town Center Park. See page 12 for more information.

The Scoop News & Happenings in the Houston Area ever site that allows members to upload a photo of their dog, cat or other pet, or use the library of pet photos, and create a customized talking message to share. Pet-a-Greeting offers a 10-day free trial, where members can send unlimited personal greeting cards for birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, or just for fun. For more information and/or to become a Pet-a-Greeting member, visit pet-a-greeting.com.

HOUSTON AREA PET BUSINESS RECOGNIZED IN NATIONAL MAGAZINE Nathalie Bland, the owner of local pet waste removal service, All About Doody was recently featured in the October issue of Woman’s Day Magazine. In the feature, Nathalie talks about how she got her start in the business and how it has grown over the last five years. Kudos to All About Doody for providing a service that not only helps pet owners, but the environment as well! NEW PET GREETING CARD WEB SITE RECENTLY LAUNCHED Pet-a-Greeting is putting the power of animated speech into pet owners’ hands. The site allows members to create personalized greetings that feature their talking pet and then distribute them via email, Facebook and Twitter. Pet-a-Greeting is the first-

IAMS, EUKANUBA AND NATURA TEAM UP TO PROVIDE RELIEF FOR TEXAS WILDFIRE VICTIMS P&G Pet Care donated 30 tons of pet food to assist with the relief efforts of the animals that were displaced from the wildfires in Central Texas. The pet food was distributed to animal welfare organizations that took in displaced animals in the Austin and Houston regions of the state. The pet food donation consisted of Iams, Eukanuba and Natura Pet Food products. OCTOBER IS NATIONAL ADOPT A DOG MONTH During the month of October, you can save the life of a homeless dog and find a faithful companion by visiting your local rescue organization or animal shelter. For a listing of area groups and shelters, visit our Web site and click on the “Resources” tab.

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Anonymous Angels

BOSTON TERRIER RESCUE GROUP OF GREATER HOUSTON By Dr. Jim Amyx, Four Seasons Veterinary Hospital

nonymous Angels” aptly describes pet rescue groups as a whole, including their founders, their volunteers, and their benefactors. They are individuals who simply volunteer their money, time, resources, love, and attention to pets who are abandoned, often sick, and in desperate need of a human friend. Often times, veterinarians will examine and treat pets from 501(c)(3) rescue groups (groups granted a government nonprofit corporation status) at a reduced rate, performing some services for free or at cost. At Four Seasons Veterinary Hospital (FSVH), we work with one such rescue group - Boston Terrier Rescue Group of Greater Houston (BTRGH), based in The Woodlands, TX, founded and managed by Karen Toupard. Ms. Toupard founded BTRGH in 1999, and by the end of 2000, she was caring for 54 Boston Terriers. Since that time, she and her staff of volunteers have cared for and placed approximately 1,000 Boston Terriers in “forever

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homes.” Additionally, during that time span, they have placed approximately 100 mixedbreed and other-breed rescue/strays who have crossed their path. Running a rescue group is not an occupation for Ms.Toupard; it is a passion. Ms. Toupard, an attorney, and many of her 45 to 50 volunteers are employed by day, volunteering in their off hours. It takes about 6 - 8 hours a day to care for the pets and process adoption applications, so a normal eight hour workday is stretched to a 1012 hour workday for these “angels.” Why do they do this day after day, month after month? Where do they find the energy? Well, I can’t tell you where they summon the extra energy, but I can tell why they volunteer – the stories that follow are only a few examples of why they volunteer - snippets about past and current BTRGH pets. Some have found loving, forever homes and some are still searching. Warning: before reading further, grab a box of Kleenex, you just might need them!

ADOPTION FROM BTRGH IS A THREE-PART PROCESS:

1) The applicant completes the application and sends it to BTRGH.

2) BTRGH checks their references with the applicant’s current veterinarian (if they

currently have other pets) and BTRGH checks the applicant’s personal references.

3) BTRGH conducts an in-home visit with the prospective parents to ascertain the pet’s future home and surroundings.

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Collin is a Boston Terrier who came to BTRGH from a local “kill shelter” on June 26, 2011. Collin was weak and cold, infested with fleas, and had a body temperature of only 97 degrees. (normal canine temperature is 100 to 102.5 degrees). It was obvious to BTRGH Collin was dying. Collin received emergency care, was stabilized and hydrated, received an immediate blood transfusion and fluids, and was then placed on a heating pad and covered in warm towels. Collin was transferred to FSVH where he continued treatment. Collin has gained weight, and thanks to round-the-clock feedings and a lot of BTRGH volunteers' TLC, Collin is winning his fight for life. To the left is Collin pictured on Aug. 2, 2011, just a few weeks later. Next is Wagner. Wagner is one of four Boston Terriers rescued from a puppy mill. All four dogs had extensive skin issues and were unsocialized. As a result, they were skittish and fearful of humans. The picture on the left shows Wagner, upon arrival at BTRGH, apprehensive and somewhat agitated. On the right, the picture shows Wagner now – his skin condition healed, happy and comfortable in his surroundings.

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Anonymous Angels - Continued

Clancy before, during and after treatment.

This is Clancy. Clancy was picked up by Animal Control as a stray in a remote area outside of Houston. BTRGH volunteers were shocked to see Clancy’s skin condition when they came to pick him up (far left photo). Clancy had extensive burns resulting in areas where the flesh had literally burned away. Upon arrival at FSVH, Clancy’s back was cleaned, the wound debrided, received hydrotherapy, histopath samples were taken, and the wound was sutured where needed. The middle picture is after wound care and the right picture is a few weeks later. Clancy’s burns healed nicely and his amazing personality and love for humans earned him the nicknames: Clancy Pants and Clancy the Clown. Volunteers represent BTRGH at the Texas Home and Garden Show; Petco Meet-and-Greet events; grand openings for retail pet

boutiques and boarding facilities; and other various pet events. They clean kennels, play with and walk rescue dogs, interview prospective “parents,” help with administrative functions, buy supplies, etc. New volunteers, cleaning supplies, and gift cards are always welcomed gifts to BTRGH. BTRGH always has adorable Boston Terriers waiting patiently for a new home and loving parents. Call BTRGH and go meet your new best friend!

Clancy going home with his new parents.

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Body & Soul

Animal Chiropractic - A Holistic Approach

By Gail Collins, www.gailcollins.com

hen 12-year-old Jake, a border collie began to struggle with bowel incon-

tinence, his owner was concerned. Poor Jake was also slow to rise and bit shaky in one hip.

Was it old age or something more? Jake's owner went to the vet, who confirmed some arthritis,

but chalked the problems up to growing old. Then, he decided to try animal chiropractics. As

a chiropractor, Dr. Walter J. Hickman of Cy-Fair Neck and Back Clinic knew the benefits better than anyone.

The veterinary chiropractor palpated Dr.

Hickmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pooch and found some subluxations-

-vertebrae out of alignment. A couple of adjustments relieved nerve pressure, and Jake's hip

tions followed by precise adjustments can

bowel problems lessened from multiple, daily

formance, movement and flexibility by restoring

shaking nearly stopped. Over two months, the clean-ups to the occasional mishap.

Dr. Hickman was astounded with his pal's suc-

cessful experience and began a course with

increase comfort, adding quality to a pet's peror improving a normal range of motion to joints.

When my 13-year old Australian Terrier devel-

American Veterinary Chiropractic Association

oped similar problems to Jake, Dr. Hickman

passed his boards with flying colors this summer

incontinence. We laughed at Shari running

to practice animal chiropractic. Dr. Hickman

and is the only certified pet chiro doc in Cypress. Animal chiropractics, like with people, is about

helped Shari regain her spry step and cured her around the house afterward like a pup again.

To learn more or try pet chiropractic, visit

understanding bodily mechanics. In fact, Dr.

www.animalchiropractic.org.

adjusted."

Gail Collins is a freelance writer and a contributing writer for Cy-Fair Magazine in the Houston area. You can learn more about Gail on her Web site at www.gailcollins.com.

Hickman says, "If it's gotta' spine, it can be

Simply put, animal chiropractic is a natural,

drug-free addition to a pet's overall health care. Please note: It does not take the place of good

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10,000 mile ‘Walkies’ DOGGY BLISS ON VACATION IN ENGLAND By Lesley Young, Dog Angels U.S.

If you’ve ever considered taking your dog

our goal for this trip was the South West and

together, then read on! We interrupt our regular

pointy bit reaching into the Atlantic).

abroad or longed to escape the summer heat

Agility and Obedience series with a ‘postcard’ from Lesley and Texas rescue Tia on vacation in England.

It’s surprisingly easy to take your dog from

Texas to the UK with direct flights from Bush

International to London and no quarantine -

provided you get all your shots and paperwork. The great thing about the UK is that it is so accessible and varied. Just an hour or so from

London Heathrow gets you to the Cotswolds (the English version of the Texan Hill Country); to the Norfolk Broads or the South Coast. But 16 www.urbanpawsmagazine.com

one of the best beaches in Cornwall (the long Most of the UK is incredibly dog friendly, and

dogs are welcome in the gardens and inside many country pubs and cafes. We booked a dog friendly hotel and headed straight for

Tregonhawke beach, near Plymouth. This three

mile long beach is accessible via a fairly steep cliff path and is awash at high tide, with rolling

Atlantic breakers - so check your tide times before visiting. Low tide leaves clean, clear rock

pools, miles of golden sand and more seagulls

than Tia could ever chase! The days we visited were calm with gentle waves caressing the shore

Tia at a stopover at the Cliff Top Cafe

Tia playing at the beach in Cornwall

and a balmy 71 degrees (apparently it hit 108 on the same day in Conroe!).

Although many beaches in England are ‘dog friendly’, many require leashes from May to October. Tregonhawke is leash free. Doggy

Bliss! No visit is complete without a stopover at

the wonderful, informal Cliff Top Café over-

The UK might not be feasible for regular or short trips, but if you are considering a longer

vacation then taking your dog can be a genuine

option with so much more to offer than just London. For more information about taking your dog to the UK or about Tia’s trip, please visit Lesley’s website www.dogangels.us.

looking the bay and serving local delicacies such as hot, home made Cornish pasties and cream

teas with English scones, jam (fruit preserve)

and Cornish clotted cream. For diehard Texans they also make a seriously decent fresh ground coffee – and how many Starbucks have this view?

Scan the QR code with

your

smart

phone to view photos

of Tia’s trip and find tips on traveling overseas with your pet.

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The Star in the SunDancer “Curcumin”

Solid Gold’s new dry dog food, SunDancer, continues to be our outstanding new product which contains curcumin. Curcumin comes from the root of the turmeric plant which comes from India. Curcumin has a 4,000 year old history of addressing a variety of health problemsinternally and externally. You have tasted curcumin in mustard. It gives Q\ \PM aMTTW_ KWTWZ IVL [XQKa ÆI^WZ 1\¼[ IT[W X]\ QV JI\P _I\MZ NWZ [SQV irritations. ,Z :WJMZ\I 4MM _PW Q[ IV M`XMZ\ WV K]ZK]UQV \ITS[ IJW]\ \PM praises from the World Health Organization, studying the longest living XMWXTM WV MIZ\P <PM[M XMWXTM TQ^M QV 7SQVI_I VMIZ 2IXIV +]ZK]UQV Q[ \PMQZ LIQTa [XQKM \PMa KPM_ \PM TMI^M[ TQSM O]U <PM 6I\QWVIT 4QJZIZa WN 5MLQKQVM KQ\M[ ! [\]LQM[ WV K]ZK]UQV I[ WN 2IV NWZ Q\[ potential healing powers that include a variety of problems (prostate cancer, reduction of tumors, clearing malaria viruses, lowering cholesterol, Alzheimer’s, etc). Dr. Lee is a graduate of the Integrate Medicine Fellowship Program at the Andrew Weil, M.D., University Of Arizona School Of Medicine. 6W_ aW] SVW_ _Pa ;WTQL /WTL QVKT]LM[ K]ZK]UQV QV Q\[ VM_ dry dog food. SunDancer is available in 4 lb.., 15 lb. and 33 lb. hermetiKITTa [MITML ^IK]]U XIKSML JIO[ ?M LW VW\ ZMKWUUMVL MUX\aQVO W]\ the contents into another container.

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n 1999, Iams® Home 4 the Holidays®

program was launched to educate people about he importance of pet adoption. That year, 14 animal organizations participated and 2,563 ani-

chased during the campaign, Iams will make a donation of one bowl of food for each bag purchased to a shelter in need.

Everyone who adopts through the program

mals were adopted. Today, more than 3,500

will receive helpful information on how to pre-

dedicated to helping orphaned pets through

ing: coupons for savings on pet food and other

adoption organizations from 21 countries are Iams® Home 4 the Holidays®.

Beginning in October and running through

the month of January, Urban Paws has teamed up with Iams® to help promote their Home 4

pare them for their new family member, includpet-related products as well as tips and information ranging from training to pet care and nutrition.

Two shelters were selected to be featured in

the Holidays® campaign. The goal of the pro-

our annual Rescue and Adoption issue. Those

find permanent homes. For every specially

for Animal Protection (CAP). The animals fea-

gram is to help 1.5 million orphaned animals marked package of Iams dog or cat food pur-

two are Special Pals Animal Shelter and Citizens tured are in need of permanent, loving homes.

About the Program • Iams Home 4 the Holidays runs from October 1, 2011 through January 3, 2012 • The goal of the program is to help 1.5 million orphaned animals find permanent homes • Visit www.facebook.com/iams to find a potential pet or look for other ways to get involved • For every specially marked package of Iams dog or cat food purchased during the campaign, •

Iams will make a donation of one bowl of food for each bag purchased to a shelter in need Everyone who adopts through the program will receive information to help prepare them for their new furry family member including” coupons for great savings on pet food and other pet-related products, and tips ranging from training to pet care and nutrition.

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KOKO BEAR Age: 2 months old Breed: Terrier Mix

Koko Bear was abandoned at Trotter Land at Welch House Lane. She was all alone when she was found, so no one knows where the rest of her family is, as most dogs donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just birth one puppy. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s still hard to believe that people can be so heartless and abandon a helpless animal and then just walk away. Koko is looking for a loving, permanent home who will love her unconditionally.

MILLY AND WILLY Age: 8 weeks old Breed: Terrier Mix

The dogs pictured on this page are available at Citizens for Animal Protection (CAP). Visit the shelter at 17555 Katy Freeway (at Barker Cypress) or call 281-497-0591.

Milly and Willy are part of a litter of five pups that were abandoned at the Addicks Dam. As you can imagine, that was pretty terrifying for them, but they were rescued and brought to CAP by a good samaritan. Both of these puppies are adorable and very sweet. Now all they need is a real home.

NANA

Age: 2 years old Breed: Corgi/Shetland Sheepdog

Nana was brought to CAP by her owners. They could not afford the pet deposit at their apartment, so Nana got the boot. Being scared and nervous seems to occupy most of Nana’s day at CAP. Just recently she started playing with a few toys, but only on a limited basis. This girl needs to find a home soon and help put this miserable deal behind her.

The dogs pictured on this page are available at Citizens for Animal Protection (CAP). Visit the shelter at 17555 Katy Freeway (at Barker Cypress) or call 281-497-0591.

HOBBIT

Age: 2 months old Breed: Golden Retriever Mix

It’s probably unusual, but Hobbit was not looking for a silver ring, or out to save Middle Earth and does not have an uncle named Bilbo or a cousin named Frodo. Go figure. Hobbit’s life has been less of a fairy tale and more like cold, hard reality. The real hero is the man who found Hobbit and brought him to CAP. Hobbit needs a champion now to get him a home. Let’s help this fine boy on the next leg of his journey to freedom, peace and love.

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BELLA

Age: 3 months old Breed: Greyhound/Lab Mix

Bella was picked up as a stray by La Porte animal control and brought to CAP to find her a permanent home. Indoors, these dogs are calm and sociable to a point where they can even be considered lazy. They bond strongly with their own people, have tremendous stamina, and do not bark much, which is a huge plus! Greyhounds are not particularly vigilant, and since Bella is mixed with a Lab, she will probably bark if there is a stranger, but sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll want you to take care of the situation.

CHICKI

Age: 1.5 years old Breed: Chihuahua

Chicki was a stray, but was found wearing a tag with her name and phone number. Unfortunately, the phone number was not good and no one has claimed her, so now she is looking for another home. Chicki is a friendly and sweet Chihuahua who is fully grown at only 7.8 lbs. She is playful at times but also likes to snuggle and she is looking for a new home with people over the age of three. The dogs pictured on this page are available at Citizens for Animal Protection (CAP). Visit the shelter at 17555 Katy Freeway (at Barker Cypress) or call 281-497-0591.

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The dogs pictured on this page are available at Special Pals Animal Shelter. Visit the shelter at 3830 Greenhouse Road or call 281-579.7387.

HARLEY

Age: 3 years old Breed: Chihuahua

This little boy Harley is very friendly. He likes adults, teenagers and most children, but he’s unsure of cats. He’s curious and energetic and loves toys (especially ones that squeak!). Harley plays tug-o-war, but if you're not in the mood to play, he'll throw the toy up in the air and catch it himself. Could you find it in your heart to adopt this sweet, playful little guy?

LUCY

Age: 5 years old Breed: Shepherd Mix

Lucy, a dog pound rescue, was called Smokey until Special Pals found out her original name was Lucy, which she responded to well. She was heartworm positive, but after heartworm treatment, she is all better. Lucy loves people, but doesn't really enjoy the company of other animals.

BEAUTY

Age: 5 years old Breed: Beagle Mix

Beauty is a couch potato who loves to cuddle on her bed and loves sunbathing. She prefers men over women and while she likes people, she doesn’t really enjoy the company of other animals. Beauty was heartworm positive when she arrived, but has been through heartworm treatment and is all better now. She is waiting to find the perfect home to call her own.

Gimme Shelter

Join us in helping our four-legged friends find loving homes. Adopt a dog today!

Recycled Poms Houston www.recycledpomeranians.org

Recycled Poms is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that is dedicated to locating, fostering, vetting and placing Pomeranians and Schipperkes in permanent, loving homes. The all volunteer based group houses, feeds, rehabilitates, socializes and provides medical attention for each dog rescued. To view more adoptable dogs from Recycled Poms Houston, please visit their Web site.

Our cover dog, Peanut!

Hi, Peanut here. My previous owners purchased me from a garage sale in Kingwood. When they got divorced, they didn’t want me any longer so I was taken in by Recycled Poms Houston. My foster mommy said my breath was horrid. What was left of my teeth were very bad. I was neutered, vaccinated, micro-chipped and had 17 of my remaining teeth pulled, leaving me with two teeth. Now I can't eat hard treats unless my foster mom cuts them up, which happily she does! I eat soft food, so I don’t have to worry about chewing kibble. I am a very sweet boy. I’m about 95% housebroken, but may have an accident if left too long. I am also crate trained, but can get grumpy when you shut the door, so my foster mommy has figured out to give me some tiny pieces of a treat and I forget about that. If you have room in your heart to love me forever, contact my foster mom for an adoption application. My adoption donation is $300.00.

Please note that these dogs may have been adopted by the time you visit them; however, there are many more wonderful dogs in need of forever homes. Urban Paws Magazine 25

Tail End Shelter Animal Euthanasia Could End With Help From National Foster Home Network According to the American Society for the

cific species, or for a specific breed. Fosters can

60% of animals that enter animal shelters in the

work out a fostering arrangement.

Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA),

U.S. are euthanized. Many of these more than 4

then contact the shelter through the website and

million animals are euthanized due to shelter overcrowding. A new website, FosterSpot.com,

WHAT IS FOSTERSPOT?

aims to stop the euthanizing of healthy animals by creating a nation-wide network of temporary

animals in the U.S. by creating a network of will-

ing and available foster homes to help with shel-

foster homes. FosterSpot wants to save millions of animal lives by relieving shelter overcrowding through fostering.

It seems that every city has a recent news story of a private residence where 30 cats were

removed by the local SPCA, Humane Society, or Animal Control. Such a sudden increase in a

shelter's population puts a burden on the shelter. This burden can be lessened through temporary fostering using FosterSpot. Shelters and

rescue groups can reach out to potential fosters through the FosterSpot network.

Now that FosterSpot.com has been released to

FosterSpot reduces the number of euthanized ter overcrowding. The public is called upon to

their area. Shelters can reduce the number of animals they are directly caring for by listing animals on FosterSpot that are suitable for foster-

ing by the public. FosterSpot simply creates the connection between potential fosters and shel-

ters. Shelters have the flexibility to contact fosters who submit interest in listed animals and can proceed with any shelter-specific foster pre-

requisite filtering. Rescue organizations can also utilize FosterSpot to find foster homes for animals in need.

the public, both shelters and fosters can register to help stop animal euthanasia. Animal shelters

HOW CAN I GET INVOLVED?

can register their organization and list specific animals that need temporary fostering. Detailed

FosterSpot.com to register their shelter and start

listing available foster animals. Willing fosters

information including warnings (i.e. "not good

with cats") and special care needs can be listed for each foster animal. Potential fosters can

browse foster listings and register to receive email alerts from a specific shelter, about a spe26 www.urbanpawsmagazine.com

Animal shelters and rescue groups should visit should register on FosterSpot.com as a foster and set up the specific alerts they want to receive about available foster animals. Putting an end to animal euthanasia is right around the corner.

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