Sentinel "Adopt a Pet" 2021

Fur-Ever Friends

SEPTEMBER 2021

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Inside: Local Cats & Dogs Available for Adoption

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PET ADOPTION Since our rescue has begun we have taken in hundreds of cats and dogs.

Through the years many of them were fortunate enough to find forever homes, however every year we have several left behind that have not been as lucky. Because we are a no kill rescue they will always have a place with us but that leaves less space for the many who need our help. We are asking our community for help to find these loving cats and dogs a forever home.

If your home and The Huntingdon County Humane Society, located in Huntingdon, PA, is a 501 (c) 3 open-admissions shelter.

Our shelter takes in stray, abused, abandoned and surrendered dogs and cats from Huntingdon and Mifflin Counties. Our shelter is open 11-4 every day except Sundays, holidays and during inclement weather.

You can volunteer in the following ways: spending time with animals, walking the dogs, playing with the cats, fund raising, baking items for bake sales, being a board member, volunteering on

our fundraising or PR/Marketing committee, conducting adoption follow-up calls, data entry, transporting animals, helping with special projects and whatever else you might be willing to do to help the animals!

For more information visit www. huntingdonhumanesociety.com.

If you’re interested in adopting one of our pets please contact the shelter at (814) 643 – 7387 or email us at hchspets@verizon.net.

You can also follow us on Facebook at Huntingdon County Humane Society.

heart has room and you’re considering adopting a new pet, please consider one of our many rescue cats or dogs. The only way we can continue helping the many cats and dogs in our area is if we can place the ones we already have.

Visit our website www.roffrescue. com for more details on how to adopt one of our pets, volunteer, donate, or be a foster home.

You can also follow us on Facebook at Rescue Our Furry Friends.

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PET ADOPTION

Midnight To inquire about adoption of this pet, call the Humane Society of Huntingdon County at 814-643-7387, visit huntingdonhumanesociety.com or visit their facility.

Oatmeal To inquire about adoption of this pet, call the Humane Society of Huntingdon County at 814-643-7387, visit huntingdonhumanesociety.com or visit their facility.

Cherrio To inquire about adopting this pet, call Rescue our Furry Friends at 1-877-933-7633 or visit www.roffrescue.wordpress.com

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PET ADOPTION

Guide to adopting a shelter pet

Rogue To inquire about adoption of this pet, call the Humane Society of Huntingdon County at 814-643-7387, visit huntingdonhumanesociety.com or visit their facility.

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought a lot of changes to daily life. One of the positive effects of COVID-19 is that many individuals have turned to pets to tame loneliness or bring some brightness into their lives amidst all the uncertainty and turbulence.

In April 2020, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals said applications to foster dogs and cats was up 200 percent. In addition, PetPoint, a software system shared by shelters nationwide, reported fostering and adoptions were up by 700 percent since 2019. A TD Ameritrade survey found 33 percent of Americans have considered fostering or adopting a furry friend during the pandemic.

While it may be tempting to rush out and adopt a pet right away, careful consideration must be given before bringing a new pet into a home.

Expense One of the biggest considerations is cost. The TD Ameritrade survey found that dog owners spend up to $1,201 a year on their pets, while cat owners spend up to $687 per year on average. Food costs top the list of pet expenditures, followed by veterinary care and grooming.

Cadbury To inquire about adoption of this pet, call the Humane Society of Huntingdon County at 814-643-7387, visit huntingdonhumanesociety.com or visit their facility.

Lifestyle Another aspect to consider is if a certain animal will fit its prospective owners’ lifestyles. Outdoor enthusiasts and physically active people may want an exercise buddy, so a high-energy dog breed may fit the mold. Those who want a cuddling com-

panion or lap warmer may opt for a less active dog or a cat.

Research the pet It is important to learn the care needs of specific pets, particularly among breeds of cats and dogs. For example, certain dogs may fit best with one person and not take to a household full of kids. Some breeds need ample outdoor space to run around, while others may be content to be couch potatoes.

Another consideration is temperament and the animal’s history. Some rescues come from abusive situations or may have spent years on the street, so owners must be ready to help such dogs adjust to more loving environments.

It’s important to ask how the pet came to be in the shelter. All considerations need to be factored into the equation.

Learn the adoption process Each shelter or rescue organization has its own rules and regulations for adoption, including fees they charge by way of a donation. According to the pet resource Top Dog Tips, a shelter needs to be sure that adoptive pet parents will be able to care for the pet. An extensive questionnaire and a potential home visit may be part of the application process.

Veterinarian references, age restrictions (adoptive

pet parents are often 21 years or older) and permission from a landlord if one rents will be needed. Some rescues have stipulations regarding fenced yards.

Some shelters even insist on a disclaimer that they reserve the right to remove the pet if they feel the animal is not being properly cared for.

Pet adoption should always include careful consideration of a wide range of factors.

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PET ADOPTION

Malcolm To inquire about adoption of this pet, call the Humane Society of Huntingdon County at 814-643-7387, visit huntingdonhumanesociety.com or visit their facility.

Sadie To inquire about adoption of this pet, call the Humane Society of Huntingdon County at 814-643-7387, visit huntingdonhumanesociety.com or visit their facility.

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Since our rescue has begun we have taken in hundreds of cats and dogs. Through the years many of them were fortunate enough to find their forever home, however every year we have several that have not. All of the animals will always have a place with us as we are a no kill rescue. We are asking our community for help to find these loving cats and dogs a forever home. If your home and heart has room and you’re considering adopting a new pet, please consider one of our many rescues.