Fanta

Fanta went home today. He is now living with Batman! The lady wanted Batman to have a friend since he seemed lonely, and Fanta seemed to fill that position of companion quite nicely.
Fanta was one of the Soda babies who was born on the car ride down to VHS from Kings County on April 12, 2009. His life may have started out a little rocky, but he’s definetely going to be one happy little guy with a new family and a new best friend now. 🙂

Great Catsby

Hey everybody!

Don’t forget about our Great Catsby Casino Night! It’s going to be great, and you are guaranteed a fabulous time. Buy your tickets now at https://valleyhumane.wpengine.com/ or come down to the shelter. You won’t regret it!
Here are the details:

Please join us for an unforgettable evening of dinner, dancing, and gambling under the stars. Tickets are $75 per person and include dinner, 2 drink tickets, and gambling chips. Roaring twenties cocktail attire preferred. Prohibition cocktails!
Featuring the Tri-Valley Texas Hold Em Poker Tournament! (Optional $75 buy-in.)
Place your bets for the pets!

Jasper

Jasper went home yesterday and this is what Natalie reports:

“So yesterday Jasper went home with a nice family, one little girl, a Mom and a Dad. They had a cat that passed away just under a year ago. They were great with Jasper and loved his energy and ultra loud purr. “

Yay Jasper! We are so happy for you!

Vegas & Lil’ Red

Vegas was adopted today to a great family of five. Four humans (Mom, Dad, Brother, Sister) and a canine companion! The family made their decision wisely as this was their third visit before decision. Originally they had looked at Paula but they chose Vegas because they thought he would fit better with their lifestyle. Congrats Vegas!

Also, with some sad news our sweet Lil’ Red has gone to heaven today. Thank you everybody for all the love you gave him on his time on Earth. Now he has unlimited mice to chase and pals to play with. We love you and will miss you Lil’ Red.

The Cullens and updates

Edward and Rosalie went home today! They really are going into a great home! I’m so happy for them! Also, our little Alice is on hold to go home with our ISO volunteer Heather as soon as shes spayed. Alice is one lucky girl!

All of our little babies and older babies are in a great mood today. Everybody is purring and playing! They all told me to tell you to come down tomorrow and come visit them!

Reno

Reno just went home with a nice couple. They were the couple who put Chance on hold yesterday, but when they came back they fell in love with Reno!
Also, all three of our little Soda babies are on hold!

Hi everybody!
It was a quiet day at the shelter but Chance will be going home tomorrow with a nice family 🙂
Also, the Sodas kittens returned today! Mom, Soda, had her baby kittens on the way over to VHS from Kings County on Easter this past April. They went straight into foster from there and now they’re finally back!
Tomorrow Alice and Esme of the Cullens will be returning to the shelter, not quite ready for adoption but atleast they’ll be together as a happy family again!

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Five Adoptions TODAY!

Today was an amazing day at the shelter.
Ramsey‘s adoption was finalized along with four others!
Lasagna, one of the Pasta’s was the first to go; this left 4 Pasta kittens left!
Then Lisa was adopted! Yup, our beautiful Lisa!!
Then, little Spaghetti went. I guess everybody was hungry for those kittens today! Only 3 Pasta kittens are left. But, have no fear, there are still PLENTY of kittens in Kitty City!
And, lastly our Beanie was adopted!

Congrats everybody!

Hot Weather Tips

The ASPCA Website has a great article on how to keep your pets safe in the summer heat. Summer starts on June 21 which is only about 10 days away!

I have cut and pasted the article below, but here is also the URL:
[https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/general-pet-care/hot-weather-safety-tips]

Hot Weather Tips

In summertime, the living isn’t always easy for our animal friends. Dogs and cats can suffer from the same problems that humans do, such as overheating, dehydration and even sunburn. By taking some simple precautions, you can celebrate the season and keep your pets happy and healthy.
– A visit to the veterinarian for a spring or early summer check-up is a must; add to that a test for heartworm, if your dog isn’t on year-round preventive medication. Do parasites bug your animal companions? Ask your doctor to recommend a safe, effective flea and tick control program.
– Never leave your pet alone in a vehicle—hyperthermia can be fatal. Even with the windows open, a parked automobile can quickly become a furnace in no time. Parking in the shade offers little protection, as the sun shifts during the day.
– Always carry a gallon thermos filled with cold, fresh water when traveling with your pet.
– The right time for playtime is in the cool of the early morning or evening, but never after a meal or when the weather is humid.
– Street smarts: When the temperature is very high, don’t let your dog stand on hot asphalt. His or her body can heat up quickly, and sensitive paw pads can burn. Keep walks during these times to a minimum.- A day at the beach is a no-no, unless you can guarantee a shaded spot and plenty of fresh water for your companion. Salty dogs should be rinsed off after a dip in the ocean.- Provide fresh water and plenty of shade for animals kept outdoors; a properly constructed doghouse serves best. Bring your dog or cat inside during the heat of the day to rest in a cool part of the house.- Be especially sensitive to older and overweight animals in hot weather. Brachycephalic or snub-nosed dogs such as bulldogs, pugs, Boston terriers, Lhasa apsos and shih tzus, as well as those with heart or lung diseases, should be kept cool in air-conditioned rooms as much as possible.- When walking your dog, steer clear of areas that you suspect have been sprayed with insecticides or other chemicals. And please be alert for coolant or other automotive fluid leaking from your vehicle. Animals are attracted to the sweet taste, and ingesting just a small amount can be fatal. Call your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435 if you suspect that your animal has been poisoned. – Good grooming can stave off summer skin problems, especially for dogs with heavy coats. Shaving the hair to a one-inch length—never down to the skin, please, which robs Rover of protection from the sun—helps prevent overheating. Cats should be brushed often.- Do not apply any sunscreen or insect repellent product to your pet that is not labeled specifically for use on animals. Ingestion of sunscreen products can result in drooling, diarrhea, excessive thirst and lethargy. The misuse of insect repellent that contains DEET can lead to neurological problems.- Having a backyard barbecue? Always keep matches, lighter fluid, citronella candles and insect coils out of pets’ reach.
– Please make sure that there are no open, unscreened windows or doors in your home through which animals can fall or jump.- Stay alert for signs of overheating in pets, which include excessive panting and drooling and mild weakness, along with an elevated body temperature.

Water Safety
For a lot of families, summertime means swimming time. If your pooch will be joining you on your adventures, be it lakeside, oceanside or poolside, please read our following tips:
– Do not leave pets unsupervised around a pool.
– Not all dogs are good swimmers, so if water sports are a big part of your family, please introduce your pets to water gradually.
– Make sure all pets wear flotation devices on boats.
– Try not to let your dog drink pool water, which contains chlorine and other chemicals that could cause GI upset.

Ramsey

Ramsey, our beautiful Blue-Point Siamese is going home Thursday! 🙂
Congrats Ramsey!