May Edition
Inside This Issue:
1. Spotlight
- KLOS Pet Adoption Event June 20
2. Action!
- Always Be Prepared
3. In Production
- July 11 -- Kitten Palooza
- July 18 -- Low Cost Vaccine and Microchip Clinic
- July 18 -- Foster Class, South Bay
- August 20 -- spcaLA Night with the Dodgers
4. Premier
- Father's Day Gift Ideas
- Pool Time
- Bug Off!
- Twitter
5. Props
- Needed Items
6. spcaLA Shining Star
- Corporal McDaniel, spcaLA Law Enforcement Division
7. The Paw'llywood Walk of Fame
- Special Cat Seeks Special Owner
- Chubbers
8. Paw'llywood Ending
- Hero Dog 2008
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SPOTLIGHT
KLOS Pet Adoption Event June 20
spcaLA and KLOS' Mark and Brian host the 2009 Pet Adoption Day at the PD Pitchford Companion Animal Village in Long Beach on Saturday June 20th from 10am-4pm.
Come on out with the family and add to your clan! There are cats, dogs, puppies, kittens, and rabbits all looking for good homes. Pet adoption counselors will be on hand to answer all your questions. Each adoption comes with a pet adoption bag filled with goodies.
KLOS radio personalities Mark and Brian are broadcasting live from the event and will be on hand for fan photos and autographs. Bid on silent auction items including autographed rock n' roll memorabilia or enter to win a gift basket. Yummy refreshments will be available as well as giveaways and/or information from spcaLA and event sponsors Natural Balance Pet Food, Wellness Products, Natura Pet Products, Scooble.com, My Pet Lawyer, Veterinary Pet Insurance, Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf and Honest Tea.
Don't miss spcaLA's biggest adoption event of the year!
KLOS Pet Adoption Day
Saturday June 20th
10am-4pm
P.D. Pitchford Companion Animal Village
7700 E. Spring St.
Long Beach CA 90815
(562) 570-SPCA
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ACTION!
Always Be Prepared
| In California, there are several potential natural disaster situations such as fires, mudslides, and earthquakes. Disaster preparedness is important for your family and household. When planning for an emergency, don't forget to include your pets. The following are the most important things pet owners can do to prepare their pets for an emergency: |
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-Dogs and cats should be microchipped and wear current I.D. tags at all times. This can make reuniting easier if you are separated from your pet.
-If roads are blocked, professional help may not be possible, so familiarize yourself with pet CPR, resuscitation, and general first aid procedures. Your quick action could save your pet's life.
-Try not to display stress and anxiety. Most animals are very aware of their owners' emotions and can detect stress. This can cause otherwise calm pets to display aggressive behaviors.
-Continuously check pet structures and favorite hiding places for hazardous debris.
-Display "Pet Alert" signs for doors and windows or make your own by listing pets on a 3X5 card and displaying it prominently. By displaying "Pet Alert" and "Animal Evacuated" signs authorities are alerted that all pets have been removed from the premises so emergency teams can respond where assistance is actually needed. Both signs are available at spcaLA Marketplaces or online at http://www.spcala.com/ .
-Keep your pets' vaccinations current. Pets may become disoriented and stray, or be housed in shelters with other animals, thereby potentially being exposed to infectious diseases.
-Alert local shelters immediately upon discovering that your pet is missing.
spcaLA also recommends using the following checklist to prepare a "Pet Disaster Kit."
-Current copy of vaccination records
-Veterinarian's contact information
-Photos of your animal(s) in case you become separated
-Collar, leash and carrier to safely transport your pet(s) (Extras are great to help lost/stray animals)
-Minimum of three weeks supply of your pet(s) regular food and bottled water
-Bowls, can opener and utensils for feeding your pet(s)
-Treats and toys to comfort and ease stress
-First aid kit (should include antiseptic, topical ointment, dressing, any prescribed pet medications and pet first aid book.)
-Soft muzzle
-Blanket or towels
-Disposable baggies to pick up after your dog(s)
-Cat litter, scooper and temporary litter box (disposable aluminum foil pans work well)
-Create a plan with a trusted friend or neighbor who will get your pet(s) to safety, should you be at work when disaster strikes
-A back-up plan to board your animal during a disaster (veterinarian, boarding facility, etc.)
spcaLA's Disaster Animal Response Team (DART) responds to animals in need in the event of a natural disaster. Members of DART and spcaLA's Law Enforcement Division also provide information to the community through safety and community fairs. If you would like to help spcaLA continue to reach the community and pets in need by offering information and assistance, please click here .
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IN PRODUCTION
Kitten Palooza
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Low Cost Vaccine and Microchip Clinic
Keep your pets healthy and happy! spcaLA will host a Low Cost Vaccine and Microchip Clinic at the spcaLA Specialty Spay/Neuter Center . Dog vaccines: DHPP $15; Bordatella $10. Cat vaccines: FVRCP $15; Leukemia $15. Rabies: $5. Microchips: $25. If you can't make the Clinic, the spcaLA Specialty Spay Neuter Center accepts appointments for vaccines, microchipping and deworming Tues-Thurs 1pm-3pm.
Low Cost Vaccine and Microchip Clinic
spcaLA Specialty Spay/Neuter Center
Saturday July 18
10am-2pm
5026 W. Jefferson Blvd.
Los Angeles CA 90016
(323) 730-5303
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Foster Class
Do you have room in your heart and home to be a foster parent? We are in dire need of foster parents for kittens. You do not have to be a spcaLA Volunteer to be a Foster Parent. Fosters are required to fill out an application and attend a Foster Class. Foster classes are held monthly. Questions? Email Foster@spcaLA.com or call 310-676-1149 x222.
July Foster Class
Saturday July 18th
10am-noon
South Bay Pet Adoption Center
12910 Yukon Ave.
Hawthorne CA 90250
Click here for the Foster Application.
For more info on Fostering, please visit our website at http://spcala.com/volunteers/fostering.shtml .
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spcaLA Night with the Dodgers
Calling all baseball fans! Join spcaLA as the Los Angeles Dodgers take on the Chicago Cubs on August 20th. By purchasing discount tickets through spcaLA, you'll see a great game and help animals in need. Stay tuned for info about spcaLA's pre-game eBay auction for the chance to bid on Dodger memorabilia and more. To purchase tickets click here or call (323) 730-5300 x232.
spcaLA Night with the Dodgers
Dodgers vs. Cubs
Thursday August 20
7:10pm
Dodger Stadium
Miss Kitty says, "Don't forget to buy your Dodger tickets!"
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PREMIER
Father's Day Gift Ideas
On this Father's Day, give a great gift to dad and help spcaLA's programs and services. spcaLA has gifts to fit any budget. Happy Father's Day!
DART T-SHIRT
Dad will love this 100% pre-shrunk black cotton t-shirt emblazoned with the DART logo. DART is spcaLA's Disaster Animal Response Team, a mobile command unit that responds to the needs of animals affected by natural disasters in California and beyond. Proceeds from the sales of this shirt go to fund the DART program . Click here to order .
DODGERS TICKETS
Take dad out to the ball game on August 20th as the Los Angeles Dodgers take on the Chicago Cubs. We have tickets in many sections and price ranges to choose from, including the All You Can Eat Right Pavilion. Purchase discounted tickets through spcaLA by ordering tickets online or calling (323) 730-5300 x232. spcaLA Night with the LA Dodgers also features a pre-game auction starting August 10th. Bid on Dodger memorabilia for dad on eBay .
DONATE IN DAD'S NAME
spcaLA's Animal Friends Monthly Giving Program provides spcaLA with a reliable source of support. For example, a donation of $25 a month breaks down to just 89 cents a day, but adds up to $300 worth of shelter, food and veterinary care for needy animals! spcaLA can deduct a monthly donation from your credit card or send you monthly reminder forms, and you can change or stop your donations at any time. To sign up, please call (323) 730-5300 x232 or click here .
I LOVE MY DAD DOGGIE TEE
Your dogs can show their love for dad too! The I Love My Dad gray doggie tee comes in small, medium, large and extra-large and features the spcaLA logo. Click here to order.
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Pool Time
New service from the spcaLA Pet Hotel ! The Pet Hotel is now offering pool time for our boarded canine guests. Your dog can splash and relax in a mini pool. Fifteen minute sessions are only five dollars. Pool time provides mental stimulation, exercise, fun and a good way to cool off.
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Bug Off!
Summer is almost here, and along with the hot weather come some less than welcome guests: fleas and ticks.
All spcaLA Marketplaces now carry Advantage 6 pack for $69.95 plus one free dose. A 7 month supply for only $69.95! We also sell Frontline Plus 6 pack for $74.95 which also comes with one free dose. Please support spcaLA and purchase your flea treatments from one of our locations : South Bay PAC in Hawthorne, spcaLA Marketplace in Long Beach or online by clicking here .
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spcaLA is now on Twitter! Follow us on www.twitter.com/spcaLA . You can also follow spcaLA President Madeline Bernstein at www.twitter.com/spcaLAPresident .
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PROPS
Needed Items
| Thank you for answering last month's call for needed items. With kitten season in full swing, we are in desperate need of kitten food! Also this month, spcaLA is in need of a digital camera, 5x3 magnetic dry erase board, peanut butter, flashlights, floor fans, street cones, dog crates and leashes. |  |
And as always, we need non-scoopable clay litter for our catteries. For a complete list of needed items, click here .
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spcaLA SHINING STAR
spcaLA is very fortunate to have outstanding staff and volunteers working for our organization. Over the next year, we will be introducing you to some of spcaLA's SHINING STARS! This month, meet:
Corporal McDaniel, spcaLA Law Enforcement Division
HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN WITH spcaLA: I have been an employee since October 11th, 2004.
BEST THINGS ABOUT YOUR JOB? Rescuing animals from a bad situation and then seeing our medical staff rehabilitate that animal back to health for the happy endings, a perfect example: Goonie the Chihuahua. Editor's note: Goonie is a Chihuahua who had been attacked by a larger dog and was in pretty bad shape. spcaLA's veterinary team cared for him and eventually he was adopted by a loving family. WHAT KIND OF TRAINING (education/career path) DO YOU HAVE? I am a 2002 graduate of Rio Hondo Police Academy Class # 164 and I attended the Humane Academy in San Diego, where I had approximately 1,000 training hours with my Field Training Officer, I am a certified Field Training Officer as well as a Taser Instructor. I also attend on-going training classes as well as teach them for the spcaLA. |
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WHAT WOULD YOU LIKE PEOPLE TO KNOW ABOUT spcaLA's LAW ENFORCEMENT DIVISION: Our structure is the same as any police/law enforcement agency within the State of California, the only difference is we handle animal cruelty complaints. We are sworn Law Enforcement Officers with police powers. We enforce the state Penal Codes. We can handle animal cruelty complaints anywhere within the state of California. We are not a governmental animal control agency, which means we do not handle animal licensing, leash law violations or dog barking complaints. Our department objective is to educate the animal's owner/care giver on the violations and to help them correct the situation. If the first step of education does not work then we step up our enforcement actions in terms of written citations or legal action through the court system. This is a great job and a great department and I am enjoying my time here.
WHAT WOULD YOU LIKE PEOPLE TO KNOW ABOUT DART? DART is short for Disaster Animal Rescue Team. This is a program that was founded by Captain David Havard who leads our Law Enforcement Division. DART was put together because of the need to rescue animals in disasters. DART consists of employees and volunteers trained in specialized areas. These areas consist of large animal handling, veterinary care and animal housing. DART trains on a monthly basis. DART has been to several major disasters out of the state such as Hurricanes Katrina, Rita and Ike as well as the California wild fires. ( Photo above: Corporal McDaniel cares for a cat during Hurricane Ike)
WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FORWARD TO THIS SUMMER AND/OR THE REMAINDER OF 2009? I hope this is a nice quiet year for disasters and to continue my education.
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PAW'LLYWOOD WALK OF FAME
Visit spcaLA's pet adoption centers in South Bay and Long Beach and meet pets like Tortoise and Chubbers. Remember these animals might be adopted at any time so call the Pet Adoption Center where he/she is staying in advance.
| Special Cat Seeks Special Owner This is Tortoise, a 7 year old female Tori. Tortoise's owner passed away so she has come to stay with spcaLA at the South Bay PAC in Hawthorne. You will most likely find her hiding in the bottom of a cat tree. She is very shy and needs a quiet environment in an adult household with no other animals. If you think you can offer Tortoise (#09-02192) a new home, you will definitely want to get her a nice cat house to nestle in at the spcaLA Marketplace . Click here for coupons. |  |
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Chubber Wubbers! This is Chubbers, and like most people, he is a little on the chubby side. He is a sweet and vivacious little guy with lots of love to give. He likes playing in the yard and going for walks. Chubbers will make the perfect companion and lap dog. If he sounds like your dream come true, come by and meet him at the P.D. Pitchford CAV in Long Beach. Chubber's soft-slip number is 09-02802. If you'd like to get him bathed before you take him home, take Chubbers to the spcaLA Grooming Salon . Click here for coupons. |
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PAW'LLYWOOD ENDING
Hero Dog 2008
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spcaLA presented its 27th Annual National Hero Dog Award to Miley, a Terrier mix from Van Buren, AR. The ceremony was held at Star Plaza at Staples Center in Los Angeles on May 19th. Stacie Pitts was fast asleep the night of December 7, 2008. Her 1 year-old Terrier mix, Miley, woke her up in the middle of the night, and Stacie went back to sleep. But, Miley persisted. The second time Stacie awoke, she was overcome with nausea and suffering from a severe headache. She knew something was wrong. She roused her step-daughter and fiancé. Both were experiencing the same symptoms. 911 was called and the family rushed to the hospital. There, they discovered that each suffered from poisoning with carbon monoxide levels of 17-25. Without Miley, the family could have suffered severe brain damage or death. |
"This is just one of the many examples demonstrating the strength of the human animal bond. Treating your pet with love and respect can be returned by amazing heroic acts by companion animals," said spcaLA President Madeline Bernstein. "Carbon monoxide is odorless and colorless, yet Miley either knew she didn't feel well, or sensed that her owner, Stacie wasn't well. Without Miley, Stacie and her family could have easily perished."
| After the incident, Miley appeared fine and showed no outward signs of effects from the carbon monoxide. Just to be safe, Miley was checked out by spcaLA Director of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Karen Halligan. Dr. Halligan gave Miley a thorough check-up including blood work. Dr. Halligan says that Miley is healthy and has no lasting effects from the incident. |
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Miley received a plaque commemorating her Hero Dog status by spcaLA President, Madeline Bernstein. Hotel accommodations were provided by Sheraton Downtown Los Angeles, The Los Angeles Dodgers provided tickets to a game, and Natura Pet Products provided Miley with a year's supply of dog food. For more than two decades, spcaLA has recognized the heroic efforts of a dog that is a companion animal and not formally trained for rescues or law enforcement. |
