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Amelia hosted her birthday party at SafeHaven in March. Instead of gifts for herself, this generous young lady asked that all her guests bring supplies for the animals and they brought in quite the haul. Thank you Amelia for dedicating your birthday to helping pets in need!

A huge thank you to North Albany Elementary School and Oak Grove Elementary for choosing us as your Kindness Week Coin Drive recipient! Between the two schools, over $1,200 was raised for the animals at SafeHaven. Thank you to the staff, parents, and children for your support!

A big thank you to Clayton Homes of Albany for donating multiple dog houses in March for us to put in our outdoor play yards. We appreciate your generosity!

Spring Cleaning tips from SafeHaven’s Gift & Thrift Stores

We all love animals here, but could do without a bunch of dust bunnies! Here are three great spring cleaning tips for pet owners.

BREATH OF FRESH AIR! Deodorize carpets, couches, and your pet’s bed with baking soda. Sprinkle over the area, let rest for 10-20 minutes and vacuum it up.

Want to add a little extra fresh boost? Try adding your favorite essential oil, that is also safe for pets, to the baking soda before dusting it over the area you wish to clean. Did you just come home to a Lavender field? Your guests will think so and look how relaxed Fido is! Please consult with your veterinarian before using selected oils.

DO YOU HAVE “DOG GLITTER” EVERYWHERE? Get that stubborn pet hair that the vacuum just can’t seem to pick up. Try using a damp rubber glove to collect pet hair from your furniture. Are you and your pet the adventurous types? Rubbing your car seats gently with a pumice stone will get that tricky hitch-hiking hair out of your car.

Want to boost that freshness? Put 10-15 drops of essential oil in a glass spray bottle, mix it with rubbing alcohol, and give those seats a couple of spritz! Viola! You’re ready to hit the road again.