Adopt a dog, help free up space and lessen likelihood of lost dogs being euthanized after 4th of July

Request from Tamara Falor to community:

Please pass the word that there really great dogs waiting to be adopted at the Shelter and every adoption will free up space for those lost 4th of July dogs and lessen the likelihood that dogs will need to be euthanized for space over this 4th of July.

Here is information from a mypet.com article:

* Take your pet out for a walk before fireworks begin to exercise, relax and go "potty".

* Keep him inside during fireworks with the windows securely closed. He may even feel most comfortable in a small interior room. Be sure to remove any items that your pet could destroy, or that would be harmful if chewed or ingested.

* Make sure your pet is microchipped and that your information is up to date.

* If your pet is extremely sensitive to loud noises, talk to your veterinarian before the holiday weekend. He or she will offer ways to help alleviate your pet's fear and anxiety.

If your dog does turn up missing, for most of the County, if dogs are taken to the shelter, the dogs will be taken to the Humboldt County Animal Services Shelter, and you should check www.petharbor.com and use any local zip - like 95501 and then click on Humboldt County Animal Services Shelter and then click to see lost dogs. This listing is updated every hour. Please don't go by the breed you think your dog is. The shelter folks make the best guess about the breed of a dog, but this designation may be different that yours :O)  (Fortuna and Ferndale are serviced by Miranda's Rescue).

You can also call 840-9132 and leave a message that your dog is lost or you have found a dog. The shelter is closed weekends, on the 4th of July, but there are attendants there looking after the animals and they will be checking the recording. Depending on the number of animals in shelter, and their medical needs, etc. you may not get a call back, but it is still important to leave the message!   Please make sure to leave your contact information, your dog's name and any special medical requirements your dog has.

If you find your dog is in the shelter, please come and retrieve your dog, as soon after 10 am on Monday, July 4th as you can, the shelter fills even during the time the shelter is closed - local law enforcement brings in dogs, and then on Tuesday after the 4th, people who have found dogs, but have been unable to locate their owners will bring them in. As long as dogs keep moving out to their owners as soon as they can, somehow the shelter survives this incredibly busy time of year!

The shelter does not take credit cards and so bring a check or cash for the bail money to get your lost dog out. Also you will need proof rabies for lost dogs and so if you don't have proof the shelter will need to get a shot for your dog and charge you for it, and this . 

For more information call (707) 840-9132 or come to 980 Lycoming Avenue, McKinleyville (95519) - Take the Airport Road exist just north of McKinleyville and follow the blue signs to the shelter.

Shelter hours are from 10 am to 4 pm Monday through Friday with extended hours on Tuesday and Thursdays until 7 pm.

Shelter is closed on both weekend days (Saturday and Sunday). The shelter will be closed on Monday the 4th of July.

Have a safe and happy 4th of July holiday!