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August 4, 2023
Senior Dogs at APS-FH “Fetch” Grant
San Juan County old dogs have something to wag their tails about this summer, as The Grey Muzzle Organization announces the recipients of its annual grants, and dogs at Animal Protection Society-Friday Harbor (APS-FH) are among the winners.
Also in this issue
- Transporting Pets and Home Furnishings in Style
- The Dog Days of Summer
- It’s Kitten Season!
- A New Title for a Familiar Face
- The 29th Annual Doggone Good Dinner Left Our Tails Wagging
- Furry Factoid
🐈⬛ Pet Food Pantry will be open Jan. 1 & 2, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at 365C Spring St., the Treasure Hounds store 🐕🦺 PFP is available to fixed-income and low-income islanders. ☎️ For answers to detailed questions, you can contact Kris or Jon at 360-298-2314. ... See MoreSee Less
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😃 Hello, neighbors! ☎️😵💫 The shelter's phone system remains wonky and a work in progress. 🎯 Please send an email to shelter@apsfh.com or visit us at 938 Cattle Point Road Thursday to Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
🐱 The cats are ready for walk-in visitors after 11 a.m..
🐶 The dogs need you to set up meet-and-greets with an Adoption Team member.
🎁🎉 We immensely appreciate your generous gifts for the shelter's animals via the Giving Tree. We'll share pics and videos soon! ... See MoreSee Less
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🐱 The cats are ready for walk-in visitors today until 4 p.m. at 938 Cattle Point Road! SHOWN: Jeff, refueling after a lot of gabbing and playing.
🐶 The dogs need you to set up meet-and-greets with an Adoption Team member via 360-378-2158 or shelter@apsfh.com
✨️ Hours: Thursday to Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. ... See MoreSee Less
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I hope any potential cat adopters will be made aware of the increasing risk to cats from avian flu. Per UF Veterinary Forensic Sciences Laboratory, H5 bird flu (Avian Influenza) has been diagnosed or suspected in several cats that have died. In one case, the cat consumed raw food and, in others, recalled milk. Now, there is a voluntary recall of Northwest Naturals Feline Turkey Recipe Raw & Frozen Pet Food due to detection of H5 bird flu virus in product samples. According to the manufacturers website, the product was sold in through distributors in AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, MD, MI, MN, PA, RI and WA in the United States, and British Columbia in Canada. The FDA recently released information about reducing the risk to animals for contracting Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza www.fda.gov/.../fda-outlines-ways-reduce-risk... I will add that contaminated food isn't the only issue. There is of contracting Avian flu to outdoor cats (free roaming, in outdoor catios, and on leash) that are in contact with wild birds (via consuming birds, or coming into contact with bird poo or secretions).
THE HOLIDAY SEASON IS A TIME OF JOY AND TOGETHERNESS, BUT FOR MANY ANIMALS IT CAN BE A CHALLENGING TIME.
Some are without homes, struggling to survive, while others in our care are awaiting their forever homes and the love they deserve. As the holiday season approaches, we find ourselves reflecting on the importance of compassion, giving, and love. These are things that make our community a better place.
DONATE TO SUPPORT THE MISSION OF APS-FH:
www.apsfh.com/donate/holiday-appeal/
IRENE'S JOURNEY IS A HEARTWARMING TESTAMENT TO THE TRANSFORMATIVE POWER OF LOVE, GENEROSITY, AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT.
WATCH IRENE'S STORY HERE:
youtu.be/AE9ZCiLoTgQ?si=emHov_yGC8QJtOh6
Found abandoned in an empty house in Georgia, matted, flea-infested, and with severely compromised vision and hearing, Irene was in desperate need of help. Her remarkable transformation from neglect to finding a forever home demonstrates the profound impact of donor contributions.
Thanks to Project Freedom Ride, Irene was transported to APS-FH, where she received urgent medical care, including critical dental surgery funded by a grant from The Grey Muzzle Organization. Irene’s resilience and unwavering spirit soon captured the hearts of her foster family, who quickly realized she wasn’t just a guest—she was family. Moments like cuddling with Paul for hours while he was sick created an unbreakable bond, making Pearl an irreplaceable part of their lives.
Now, Irene spends her days lounging in her favorite chair, enveloped in love from her new family, including their other pets—cats Winston and Chicken, and dog Honey. Her adopters reflect on her journey, “We feel so lucky to have adopted Irene. It’s unimaginable how anyone could have abandoned her in such a neglected state. Blind in one eye, with limited vision in the other, and hearing loss—how did she survive? To think this quirky, loving little dog could have been euthanized is heartbreaking. The world would’ve lost such a unique spirit.”
Irene’s story is a powerful reminder of how compassion can change lives, especially for senior dogs who deserve a second chance. With the support of caring individuals, we can continue to make a difference—just like we did for Irene.
SUPPORT THE WORK AND MISSION OF APS-FH HERE:
www.apsfh.com/donate/holiday-appeal/ ... See MoreSee Less
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Which one is Irene is that her name
Nice job he looks great
I like 👍
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#SanJuanSunday! We'd love to see pics today of your dogs and cats living on San Juan Island! 🐱 Do your cats wear harnesses and go on adventures with you? 🐶 Do your dogs pose at recognizable landmarks? Upload your pics in this post's comments! ✨️ ... See MoreSee Less
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Sage at Landbank!
Any pond or any lake is tops for them!
Chester with his best friend Layla.
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🕓 Today until 4 p.m. is your last chance until Thursday to visit the adoptable dogs and cats at 938 Cattle Point Road! 🐱 🐶 We're closed on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday this week and will reopen at 11 a.m. Thursday for visitors.
➡️ You can walk in to visit the cats, and you need to call 360-378-2158 to schedule a meet-and-greet with dogs 😃 ... See MoreSee Less
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Want to meet our newly arrived dogs?!
You need to schedule a meet-and-greet appointment with the adoption team by calling 360-378-2158 or stopping by the shelter at 938 Cattle Point Road between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. **We will be closed Monday-Wednesday (12/23-12/25)**
Scheduling an appointment lets shelter staff coordinate with some dogs' off-site foster teams.
You'll find an adoption application online and a shorter version in the shelter's lobby: www.apsfh.com/adoption-program/canine-application/
#FridayFurday #dog #APSFH #doggo #AnimalProtectionSociety #doggeh #FridayHarbor #pup #SanJuanIsland #pooch #AnimalShelter #AnimalAdoptions #ForeverHome #ShelterDog #AdoptAPet ... See MoreSee Less
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Did the dachshund puppies get adopted?
Hello, neighbors! 😃 The animal shelter will be closed next week on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, 12.23–25 😻 You can visit our adoptable cats and dogs on Sunday and Thursday–Saturday, 11 a.m.–4 p.m., at 938 Cattle Point Road 🐶 You need to set up a meet-and-greet with a dog by calling 360-378-2158 ☎️ ... See MoreSee Less
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We love a good glow-up, and we have to share Edith’s and Teddy’s new looks on #TransformationThursday! Edith and Teddy recently arrived at APS-FH after receiving their makeovers.
Teddy (white poodle mix) was living outside, left to fend for himself, and used as a breeder for another female dog. Edith (black/white shih tzu) entered a small city shelter in SC as a stray in rough shape. Thankfully, these sweet dogs were taken in by our transport partners and are now in our loving care.
They’re currently living in foster homes but can meet you at the shelter after you schedule a meet-and-greet with the adoption team: 360-378-2158. The shelter is at 938 Cattle Point Road and open Tuesday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
You’ll find an adoption application online and a shorter version in the shelter’s lobby: www.apsfh.com/adoption-program/canine-application/
#TransformationThursday #makeover #dog #APSFH #doggeh #AnimalProtectionSociety #pup #FridayHarbor #pooch #SanJuanIsland #AnimalShelter #AnimalAdoptions #ForeverHome #ShelterDog #AdoptAPet ... See MoreSee Less
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I sure do wish that the approximate weight/size of all the dogs posted here was added...it could make a lot of difference when checking out any of the dogs you show. It is ALWAYS one of the first things I look for...Thanks for adding that info in the future!
So wish I lived closer… each fur baby is so precious. If I lived closer would definitely love to adopt one of these sweethearts
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