Pet of the Week

Lenny – Downers Grove, IL

Hi, my name is Lenny! I am a 3 year old, male, DMH. I have the dubious distinction of being the only cat at WSHS that is FIV positive. Fate smiled on me when some kids found me, victim of a bad cat fight, and alerted an adult who brought me here. He even drove me to the shelter's vet where I spent over a week healing from my wounds. It took a while before the FIV (the feline form of HIV) became known. Now that I am recovered from my original wounds and getting such great care, I am able to show my gratitude to those at the shelter who take care of me. I am a model kitty. The only thing is, I think the folks here are worried. They know my disease is no threat to the other cats, but they worry about me catching something because my immune system is compromised and the only cage available to me is in isolation, which is where all the sick cats get well. If you are looking for a cat who really needs you, that would be me. I can live as an only cat, with dogs, or with other FIV positive cats.

If you'd like to meet me, please contact the West Suburban Humane Society, 1901 W. Ogden Ave, Downers Grove, IL, phone number 630-960-9600. http://www.wshs-dg.org/wshs/



Fay – Tampa Bay, FL

Hi, I'm Fay! I am a 5 year old, female, DLH. I've been at the shelter for a little while but I'm still getting used to this hectic environment. I'm a very sweet girl but it's such a scary new world and it takes me a little bit of time to show how wonderful I am. Please be patient with me, I have the potential to be a real love and a great companion. I'm a Meet Your Match Purple - Private Investigator which means that I'm very curious, especially in new places. I also have a special kitty price of only $25 since I have been at the Humane Society of Tampa Bay for such a long time. Please come visit me and I promise to show you just how great I can be!

For more information please contact the Humane Society of Tampa Bay, 3607 N. Armenia Ave., Tampa FL, 33607, (813) 876-7138. http://www.humanesocietytampa.org/



Gilligan – Boca Raton, Fl

I'm Gilligan, and here I am with about 90 other cats, trying to win someone over and find a home. About 30 of us are black cats, which statistically have a tougher time being adopted for some reason. SO......what's so special about ME? Sit down and I'll tell you.
First, I am a handsome, glossy black youngster, under a year old and somewhat small. I'm neutered and I can live happily with other cats. I have none of that 'catitude' that many felines demonstrate, either! I'm a real lover boy who adores being held and petted. I will creep up to the area of your neck to snuggle, and purr happily in your ear to show how much I appreciate you. I'd really love a home for the holidays. Purr-haps we can be friends forever, so come to meet me. Ask for Gilligan, and make me your 'little buddy'!

I'll wait right here at Tri County Humane Society, 21287 Boca Rio Road, Boca Raton. (561) 482-8110. www.tricountyhumane.org.

Recycle for Crinkly Fun

Your dog will engage you in endless hours of fun with this interactive Crinkle Critter toy. Styled like a sock monkey and available in pink and blue, simply insert an empty plastic water bottle into the casing and let the games begin. Regularly replace crunched-out bottles with new ones, and then recycle. Available in two sizes. Crinkle Critters can be found at PetSmart and Petco.

Bird Baths

Birds are more attracted by moving water than a stagnant birdbath. To get moving water, try the Water Wiggler! It keeps water moving 24 hours a day, up to 2 months on two D batteries. This also prevents mosquitoes from laying their eggs in your bird bath!

For your winter bird bath, try a Heated Bird Bath with the Water Wiggler and your feathered friends will love to drink and bath at your house.

Breathe Easy Filters

Cooler weather means more pet hair and dander in the house, which can cause breathing problems and allergies. Lifestyle Pet Dander and Odor Filters for your furnace reduces pet odors and allergens in the home using a uniquely patented carbon technology embedded into the filter.

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Drink Better Bowl

Help your dog to drink slower, and make less mess! The Drink Better™ pet bowl encourages dogs to drink at a slower, healthier rate, and make less mess while they’re at it. Besides making a wet mess, dogs that drink too fast can experience digestive problems such as indigestion and vomiting, and light-haired dogs may experience staining of the muzzle (from chlorinated water).

The Drink Better bowl uses a floating obstacle to control the flow of water, encouraging dogs to drink slower and take only as much as they need, without soaking their ears and muzzles or slopping water around the feeding area.

Along with the Eat Better bowl, the Drink Better bowl encourages dogs to adopt a slower, healthier pace at mealtimes.

The Drink Better bowl:
Prevents dogs from drinking too fast.
Helps dogs avoid soaking their ears and muzzle.
Minimizes the mess left by a sloppy drinker.
Ensures your dog’s comfort with a smooth and ergonomic design.
Sturdy non-skid design, constructed of K-Resin SBC — a high-quality food-grade polymer.

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Pet of the Week

Chuck – Downers Grove, IL

Hi!!! I’m Chuck, a 3 year old, male, orange tabby. I was adopted from this shelter when I was still very young, It has been a hard road because I was let outside in my home. The folks here want to let me roam, but I go for the doors a lot. For me to get adopted will be a miracle, I have had to have surgery on my ear to fix chronic ear infections. I am hoping that this time did the trick, but we'll see. I am beloved here at the shelter for all I have been through, but the deepest wish of everyone here, which I share, is that I find a home where I will be a priority and never let outside again.

If you'd like to meet me, please contact the West Suburban Humane Society, 1901 W. Ogden Ave, Downers Grove, IL, phone number 630-960-9600. http://www.wshs-dg.org/wshs/

Pumpkin – Tampa Bay, FL

Hi, my name is Pumpkin! I am 10 years old (but very young at heart) male DSH. I am very loving and attentive to people and I'm content to happily give you my undivided love. I would do best in a home where I am the only pet, and I am confident that I will return the love and patience given to me 10-fold. I might take a little time to warm up, but, after I do, I will be your best friend for life! Please come visit me today!

For more information please contact the Humane Society of Tampa Bay, 3607 N. Armenia Ave., Tampa FL, 33607, (813) 876-7138. http://www.humanesocietytampa.org/

Hunter – Boca Raton, FL

Hunter here, and what a handsome, 15 year old, macho boy I am! Can you imagine ME being homeless? Well, I'm sure it's temporary so you better shake a leg to come meet me. I'm a well-mannered boy who knows some commands (like 'sit'), and I'm very well housebroken, too. I never walked much on a leash but I'm learning it's not polite to pull and getting the hang of it. I'm very smart, friendly, happy and outgoing. I can live with older kids and other dogs. I'm ready to be your guy!


I'll wait right here at Tri County Humane Society, 21287 Boca Rio Road, Boca Raton. (561) 482-8110. www.tricountyhumane.org.

Hidden Hollow Cat Trees

Want to give your cat(s) the great outdoors while keeping them safely indoors? The life like cat tree is perfect for climbing, hiding, lounging, playing and sleeping! These one of a kind sculptured trees are hollow and have entrance holes that lead to shelves inside the tree trunk, where they can climb up to the tree-top lounging platforms or rest on the shelves inside. The Hidden Hollow Cat Trees are functional, backing up flat to the wall to take up less space and are open in the rear for easy cleaning. You can customize your cat trees with any options you can dream up, including a door if you want to use the cat tree in the middle of a room.

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Peanut Butter Tree

It is the perfect time to make a peanut butter tree to feed all your feathered friends during the winter.

Take a dead piece of untreated wood, cedar works great, and drill 3/8 inch holes in the wood. You can either hang it from a tree or sink it into the ground. However, hanging it from a tree offers the birds more protection while feeding. Simply fill the holes with peanut butter and watch how happy your bird friends are!

Expandable Rainbow Finch Feeder

Within a day of hanging this feeder you’ll see finches begin to appear, and soon, every one of its 18 perches will have a hungry bird on it, with more sitting nearby waiting their turn! Fully expanded, the feeder is 38 inches long, and holds over 2 pounds of thistle. It attaches easily with a stainless steel hanging wire, which is included. The expandable Rainbow Finch Feeder comes in 3 sections and can be adjusted to your liking up to 38 inches.

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HduO Water Dispenser for you and your pets

HduO™ is the first water dispensing system designed to meet the needs of the whole family. The unit automatically fills the pet bowl with the same cool, clean water that we drink.

Pets love HduO™ as instinct drives animals to running water. Pet owners love the convenience and peace of mind, knowing that their pets always have fresh, clean water.

What a perfect way to provide your family and your pets clean, fresh water without the hassle of consistently refilling the water bowl!

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Pet of the Week

Chrissy – Tampa Bay, FL

Hi, I'm Chrissy and I'd love to find the perfect family. I am a 5 month old, female, Pit Bull Terrier Mix. I've learned a lot during my time here at the shelter but I'm still a baby. I need a good set of parents willing to give me the time and attention I'd need to be the best doggy ever! To help you with this my adoption comes with lifetime obedience training! I've got plenty of energy and charisma so come and check me out today!

For more information please contact the Humane Society of Tampa Bay, 3607 N. Armenia Ave., Tampa FL, 33607, (813) 876-7138. http://www.humanesocietytampa.org/


Missy – Boca Raton, FL

MISSY - LOOKING FOR LOVE TO HEAL HER SOUL
I'm Missy, a 2 year-old Catahoula Hound mix, housebroken and about 60 lbs.
You may not notice me as you pass my cage because I'm very shy and often stay in the back where I feel safer. I was brought here as a pregnant stray and I had some cute puppies who have all found homes. Thankfully, they were able to come into the world without the fears that I've collected from life on the streets. I'm learning from the volunteers and staff here that I can trust people and I do enjoy petting and sweet talk, but I really need a home of my very own and some kindness and consistent love. I seem to prefer ladies and become more timid with men. Shelter life is too stressful and noisy for my tender soul. I get along fine with older, gentle kids and with cats and other dogs. If you ask to meet me, you'll see that I'm a sweet, gentle, precious girl who just needs a chance to blossom with consistent TLC. I have a pretty, brindled face with soft brown eyes that you'll fall in love with. Give me a chance?

I'll wait right here at Tri County Humane Society, 21287 Boca Rio Road, Boca Raton. (561) 482-8110. www.tricountyhumane.org.



Sarah – Downers Grove, IL


Hi, I’m Sarah, a 7 month old, female, Coonhound mix. I am a sweet and gentle young lady. I absolutely love other dogs and am good with cats too. Because of my breed, I cannot live in an apartment or condo. Stop by the shelter and see for yourself what a great dog I am. You won't be disappointed!

If you’d like to see me please contact the West Suburban Humane Society, 1901 W. Ogden Ave, Downers Grove, IL, phone number 630-960-9600. http://www.wshs-dg.org/wshs/

Click for Charity

The Animal Rescue Site focuses the power of the Internet on a specific need — providing food for some of the 27 million unwanted animals given to shelters in the U.S. every year. Over 10 million animals are put to death every year in the U.S. alone because they are abandoned and unwanted.

Each click on the purple "Click Here to Give - it's FREE" button at The Animal Rescue Site provides food and care for a rescued animal living in a shelter or sanctuary. Funding for food and care is paid by site sponsors and distributed to animals in need at the Fund for Animals' renowned animal sanctuaries (including Cleveland Amory Black Beauty Ranch in Texas and the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center in California), pet shelters supported by the Petfinder Foundation , North Shore Animal League , and other worthy animal care facilities supported by the GreaterGood.org foundation.

100% of sponsor advertising fees goes to our charitable partners.

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Alternatives to the Cat Tree

We all know that cats love to climb, but we don’t always have room in our homes for a cat tree. Now there is a space saving alternative that will still give your cat the ability to climb and perch up high.

Catlivin.net has The Climber that attaches to your door. It is out of the way, saves space and lets your cat enjoy climbing.

Click here for more information about The Climber.

Dogs and Wood Fences

If you have a wood fence around your yard, you know that this can sometimes cause your dog distress as he can’t see what he can hear or smell. The inability to see through the fence caused our dog to bark, a lot!

We put up a completely enclosed wood fence around our yard thinking it would be nice for our dog. But, we quickly learned that our dog started barking all the time. He would bark at other animals, the neighbors, different smells and different sounds. We found that the increased in barking was caused by our dog’s inability to see what was causing the sound or smell. The fence is already up, so what do you do? You might want to get a Pet Peek. The Pet Peek allows your dog to view what is on the other side of the fence, in a safe and secure manner. It is made of durable, clear, hard acrylic 9.5 dome that you can install yourself in your fence.

This might actually help your dog to stop barking, in addition to giving him some more entertainment by seeing what is on the other side of the fence. The grass might not be greener, but at least he can check it out!

Click here for more information on the Pet Peek.

Keep Fido off the couch

Many pet owners do not want their dog on the couch and have tried many creative ways to train their dog to stay off the couch. Some have tried putting bubble wrap on the sofa, spraying the furniture with a dog repellent, or even putting mouse traps on the furniture. While these methods might have some success, the training is not a positive experience for your dog.

If you want your dog to stay off the furniture, try giving your dog furniture of his own, like a nice dog bed to lie in. Every time your dog goes to his doggie bed give him a treat, such as a toy with a treat inside. When the dog leaves his bed make sure to remove the treat. After a while Fido will go to his bed when you tell him to and he will no longer be using your furniture to lounge on.

YouPet.com

Do you love talking about your pets and sharing photos? Do you want to go to “A place where pets rule?” Then you might want to check out You Pet!

You can get and share information on dogs, cats, horses, fish, birds and more.

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Pet of the Week

Palin – Downers Grove, IL

Hi!!! My name is Palin. I am a 10 month old, female hound mix. I was picked up as a stray and taken to DuPage Animal Control. They held me for the appropriate amount of time but no one ever claimed me. They didn't have room to hang on to me so the nice people at WSHS took me in. I am a sweet girl that is full of energy. I am good with other dogs and cats. My favorite game is tug of war and I love to play with stuffed animals. Because of my age, I would benefit from obedience training. If I sound like a good fit for you and your family, stop by and pay me a visit. You won't be disappointed!

If you’d like to see me please contact the West Suburban Humane Society, 1901 W. Ogden Ave, Downers Grove, IL, phone number 630-960-9600. http://www.wshs-dg.org/wshs/



Carmel – Boca Raton, FL

Hi!! My name is Carmel. I am a 2 year-old female, 35 lbs. Shepherd mix and I'm looking for a home, so they told me to sit nicely for my picture and I did. Can you believe this cute little happy face is homeless? How can that be? No matter, I know someone wonderful is coming for me soon. (Are YOU wonderful?). I'm housebroken and charming, just a wee bit shy. I get along well with other dogs and with children. I had some pups, and you can imagine how ADORABLE they are....they look like their mom! Now it's my time to shine, and shine I will as soon as you show up here and our hearts meet!

I'll wait right here at Tri County Humane Society, 21287 Boca Rio Road, Boca Raton. (561) 482-8110. www.tricountyhumane.org.


Bo Bo – Tampa, FL

Hi, I'm Bo Bo. I am a 5 year old, DSH male and I am a very special kitty who needs a loving home. I can be shy, but I warm up quickly. I love to cuddle and be rubbed but I also have an independent side. I'm a Meet Your Match Orange - Executive. I have a special adoption price of $25, because I've been here so long. Come see me today!

For more information please contact the Humane Society of Tampa Bay, 3607 N. Armenia Ave., Tampa FL, 33607, (813) 876-7138. http://www.humanesocietytampa.org/


Scooby – Boca Raton, FL

Hi, My name is Scooby! I am a 7 year-old neutered male, 65 lbs. Lab mix. RUH RO! What am I doing here? I had a home but seem to have lost it due to the economy. I don't know what that means, but I'm told I'll need to find a new one now. TODAY would be good for me! I'm here with my smaller sidekick, Scrappy. We'd love to stay together but will split up for good homes if need be. How about we meet? I'm a happy, energetic and handsome boy who's housebroken and gets along well with cats, kids, and most other dogs. Oh, and HOW COOL is my one blue eye? You'll never find another like me!

I'll wait right here at Tri County Humane Society, 21287 Boca Rio Road, Boca Raton. (561) 482-8110. www.tricountyhumane.org.

Doggie Diapers

If you have a sick or aging dog that has a problem with incontinence this product might work well for you. Doggie diapers come in both disposable and washable diapers and come in every size to fit your dog properly.

The diaper features thick cotton pads that absorb large volumes of liquid waste giving you peace of mind to let your aging dog full access to your home. The diapers also have Velcro wings that insure a snug fit so you don’t need to worry about leakage.

Click here for more information on Doggie Diapers.

Home-made Cat Treats

Great for adult cats!

1 can sardines, packed in olive oil

1 cup whole grain bread crumbs

1 egg, beaten

1/2 teaspoon brewer's yeast (optional)

Pour contents of sardines in a medium bowl. Using a fork, mash sardines into tiny pieces. Add remaining ingredients and mix well. Drop 1/4 teaspoon of mixture onto a greased cookie sheet. Bake in a 325F oven for 7 minutes. Store in air tight container.