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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
**UPDATE!** Voodoo has been rehomed to a barn to get to work!
🐈⬛ Voodoo needs to become a barn cat ASAP! 🐈⬛ The little black cat is *so ready* to leave the animal shelter and explore a new environment! Does your farm or ranch need natural pest control? Please call APS-FH at 360-378-2158 pronto, and ask for Brittney or Abby.
APS-FH works with residents to trap, neuter and release outdoor, free-roaming, unowned cats, known as community cats. This TNR collaboration also tries to socialize young neutered cats but might miss that window of opportunity in a cat’s growth.
If a critter reveals resistance to domesticated life, APS prefers to rehome it as a barn cat or “working cat.” Potential adopters have to provide an enclosed, secure space for three weeks while the new arrival adjusts to and fully adopts its different environment.
Farmers and ranchers who qualify as low-income and adopt barn cats can receive assistance from APS-FH Pet Food Pantry. Based at Treasure Hounds at 365-C Spring St. in Friday Harbor, the pantry operates every other Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and offers food and basic supplies. ... See MoreSee Less
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**UPDATE!** Voodoo has been rehomed to a barn to get to work! Misty is still available.
Is your farm or ranch in need of natural pest control? You’re in luck right now, because the animal shelter has two barn cats — Voodoo (all black) and Misty (black with white) — waiting for their new home.
APS-FH works with residents to trap, neuter and release outdoor, free-roaming, unowned cats, known as community cats. This TNR collaboration also tries to socialize young neutered cats but might miss that window of opportunity in a cat’s growth.
If a critter reveals resistance to domesticated life, APS prefers to rehome it as a barn cat or “working cat.” Potential adopters have to provide an enclosed, secure space for three weeks while the new arrival adjusts to and fully adopts its different environment.
Farmers and ranchers who qualify as low-income and adopt barn cats can receive assistance from APS-FH Pet Food Pantry. Based at Treasure Hounds at 365-C Spring St. in Friday Harbor, the pantry operates every other Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and offers food and basic supplies.
Please call APS-FH at 360-378-2158, and ask for Abby or Brittney.
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Don't forget to go by Printshop today to get your awesome local gear and choose us as your charity! 100% of your purchase will go towards helping homeless pets! Our Assistant Director has fun picking out lots of great shirts. They are open until 6 so you still have time!
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Chubs wants to remind you to shop the Print the Town event tomorrow (11/11) at @printshopnorthwest in Friday Harbor and choose Animal Protection Society Friday Harbor to help us get our part of the $10,000 dollars! That's a lot of kitty kibble!
100% of your purchase goes towards a non-profit and Chubs hopes you'll pick us. He says to come by Tuesday wearing your Printshop gear for free snuggles with him! Just kidding, he'll snuggle with you any time you come by. Take home a cool new shirt on Monday and come take him home Tuesday!
#animalovers #givingbacktothecommunity #sanjuanislands #shoplocal #fundraising #givingback #sanjuanisland #apsfh #veteransday #supportyourlocalanimalshelter #APSFH #adopt #shoptogive #fridayharbor #supportAPSFH #adoptarescue #apsfhpets #sheltercat #seniorcat #straycat #adoption #adoptacat #rescuecats #adoptarescuecat #catsofinstagram #seniorcatsofinstagram #shelterpets #catsforadoption #adoptasheltercat #RescuePets ... See MoreSee Less
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We love everything @printshopnorthwest prints - such amazing designs. Let us know if you need some more models; we know a few cats and dogs who would be SO cute on a T-shirt or shopping bag!
Don't forget to shop on 11/11 to support APS Friday Harbor with your purchase!
#fridayharbor #APSFH #shoplocal #supportAPSFH #supportyourlocalanimalshelter #veteransday #givingbacktothecommunity #givingback #shoptogive #sanjuanislands #apsfh #sanjuanisland #adopt #adoptarescuepup #adoptarescue #rescuedogsrock #adoptarescuedog #fundraising ... See MoreSee Less
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You can support APS Friday Harbor by buying awesome new printed items from @printshopnorthwest at its store downtown: 110 First St., between 10a and 6p!
Name APS-FH as the non-profit of your choice, and 100% of your purchase will go to support all the shelter cats and dogs.
Which design are you going to get? We're thinking we might need a new fox shirt!
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Pet Spotlight: Rhea!
Age: ~7 years Sex: Female Breed: German Shepherd mix
Origin: Lubbock, Texas Weight: ~67 lbs
Personality: sociable with dogs, cats and children; eager to train; affectionate with caregivers; a ray of sunshine!
Energy Level: easy-going, medium energy
Likes: ALL the treats, belly scritches, “sniffari” safaris
Dislikes: dogs who might take my treats, people who don’t offer enough treats, the lack of sufficient treats in my life.
Midlife can challenge the best of us, no? I’m prone to comfort eating if given the chance. And FYI: I don’t want to share food with canine companions.
UPDATE: The medical staff want you to know I have an underlying autoimmune condition that could be triggered by stressful medical procedures but is not a daily concern or something that dampens my spirits in the least!
When I came to Friday Harbor, the staff treated me for some medical issues and now give me a clean bill of health. They've praised my upbeat attitude during treatment — go, me!
With my future crew, I totally want to share outdoor adventures! We will have a fantastic time on walks where I can indulge my nosework hobby.
Cozy time appeals to me, too. With folks who really get me, I might put my paw on your shoulder, stare at you with love in my eyes and share soft kisses on your cheek. And if you decide to give me tummy rubs but stop before I’m ready, I’ll put your hand back on my belly to let you know we’re not done yet.
Want to meet me? Please fill out this adoption application!
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she’s just the sweetest!
She’s THE BEST girl🥰
Rhea is such an angel ❤️❤️
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such purrrr-fect little babies!!!
These photos are wonderful! What a great post Abby Groszek at Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor
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All of those pups are amazing and just want a special someone to love them like they will love you!
All of them are beautiful Brenna Libby Holi & Rhea❤ and Handsome Remi🩵 I pray. 🙏🏼That each of these dogs find great loving HOMES.,. 😍
i love them all so much!