Time to clean out the bird houses

Fall and early spring is the best time to clean out your bird houses. The best way to clean out a bird house is to wear gloves and avoid inhaling any dust from the bird house. Get a garbage bag ready and pull as much of the nesting material out of the bird house as you can. Next get a putty knife and scrape any remaining matter out of the bird house. Then check to make sure that all of the vents and drainage holes are clear. Make sure to seal or tie the garbage back shut when you are done in case there are any parasites in the nest box material.

Puppy Stairs

If you have a puppy, small dog or aging dog, puppy stairs might be right for you. The Puppy Stair ramp helps prevent injuries caused from jumping off furniture and helps dogs prone to hip problems, such as arthritis, joint and spinal problems, bone invertebral disk disease, bone kneecap problems and much more.

The Puppy Stairs are light weight, easy to move, no hard edges and washable. The cubes are 2 pounds each, making them very easy to use and bring with you while traveling. The ramps even help you so that you don’t always have to be there to lift your pet up and down off the furniture.

Puppy Stairs are great for cats and other household animals that should not be
jumping up and down from furniture.


Click here to find out more about Puppy Stairs.

Pet of the Week

Milley – Downers Grove, IL

Hi! My name is Milley. I am a very sweet 3 month old, long haired calico female. I have very good manners for a kitten. I am very proud of my long hair and do my best to keep it looking good all of the time. I love to be held and will warm right up to you and cuddle with you any time you want. I have a wonderful purrr-sonality and would love to meet you. I am looking for a home of my own and a parent I can adore. Please come in and see me. I know you will love me!

For more information 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/


Buddy – Boca Raton, FL

Black Lab mix. 1.5 year-old male, not yet neutered. Housebroken, 40 lbs.
Can I be YOUR Buddy? I'm a really cool dog in need of my big break in life. I've already overcome the challenge of being born with a slightly deformed front foot. I'm missing a few toes, but I'm still a perfect 10! I run and play and get on with my life like any other pooch. But I need a forever home now, and someone to love (I have so much love to give you!). I like kids and other dogs (cats, unknown). I'd love to hang out with you and fit into your lifestyle. Whatever it is you love to do, can I do it with you? It'll be twice as much fun with me as your BUDDY!

Adopt me at Tri County Humane Society, 21287 Boca Rio Road, Boca Raton. (561)482-8110. www.tricountyhumane.org.

Portion Control LeBistro

Do you have a cat that is a “grazer” or do you go out of town on over night trips? If so, you might want to consider the Portion Control LeBistro.

This is the only automatic pet feeder that can be programmed to serve pre-set portions of dry pet food. Designed for cats of all sizes, the new five pound Portion Control LeBistro dispenses one-fourth to two cups of food up to three times daily.

Your cat will love it!

Pet of the Week

Snoball – Downers Grove, IL

Ironic, isn’t it: a black cat named Snoball. If it catches people’s attention, I am definitely okay with it. I am a young fella who found himself outdoors in winter until a local animal control agency scooped me up to safety. They had a lot of other cats there, so they asked WSHS to take a few. I was one of the lucky ones who got picked because I was very friendly and reached out of my cage to get their attention. How could they say no to such pleading? Once here, I adjusted very easily. Everyone loves me and I get so much cuddling, I couldn’t ask for more while I wait for a home of my very own. I’m up for just about anything, except going outside. That’s a deal breaker. I don’t ever want to get lost outside again. If you want a chatty, fun guy, then look no further. Here I am! Black DSH, female, 2 years old, neutered, but not declawed.

For more information 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/


Taggart –Tampa, FL

Taggart- 3736699 10 year old Domestic Shorthair? Russian Blue, who resides
in the Real Life Room.

Hi there.....my name is Taggart and I am one cool cat! Unlike some of my friends, I happen to have an allergy to the flea treatment here, I think it is called Revolution. Other than that I am purr-fect. I have lots of energy for my age and also like to curl up with you while we lay on the couch! I have made friends with the Volunteers and Staff and have even gotten to go home on a few sleep-overs with them! Won't you take me home!?

For more information, please contact
Liz Warner
Adoption Counselor
3607 N. Armenia Ave
Tampa FL, 33607
(813) 876-7138

Cat Attract

Non-use of the litter box is the #1 behavioral reason cats are abandoned, abused or euthanized. Now, there’s an effective solution to this often misunderstood problem. With its natural herb blend, Cat Attract Training Litter is the only litter product specially formulated to attract cats to their litter box.

Cat attract is great for multiple cats, is scoopable, with superior odor control, and helps bring problem cats back to the litter box.

Click here to read reviews from people just like you.

Skamper Ramp

Have you ever worried about your pet or outdoor animals falling into your pool? If so, you may want to consider a Skamper Ramp. The Skamper Ramp helps animals get out of the pool, reducing the number of pet drownings. The Skamper Ramp gives your pet a ramp to safely climb out of the pool, which can save your pet’s life. What better way to give your pet 24 hour protection from your pool!

Click here for more information on the Skamper Ramp.