When we were looking for our precious Sadie, (on the left...she really should be a model), we started by looking in shelters. We hit a couple roadblocks though since the dogs we wanted were dominant breeds and we weren't "ready" to take on the challenge (at least, that's what the shelters told us).
There were 2 huskies we had our eyes on, but we knew our mom would kill us if we brought not one, but two, dogs into the house right away.
Now, we had a very small window of opportunity, 1 day, to find a dog or our mom would re-neg her offer and never let us bring a dog into the house...so we caved...and we bought her...yes, from a store.
I know, I know. My next dog will certainly come from a local shelter.
Many people in philly do adopt, which is great. That's why 2,000 lives have been saved.
On Saturday, January 17, the Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) will celebrate its one year anniversary at its Old City adoption center. They placed more than 2,000 needy pets in homes or foster care in 2008 alone.
It's a pretty neat place, actually. It looks more like a boutique than an ordinary shelter.
It's located at 2nd & Arch and all animals up for adoption are spayed or neutered, vaccinated and micro-chipped. It doesn't get better than that.
Well, it does actually...
PAWS is a no-kill shelter!
So, celebrate with PAWS and attend one of these events:
Saturday, January 17, 2-5 p.m.: Meet Pinups for Pit Bulls calendar model Karina Ingrid, who’ll share myth-shattering information about pit bulls.
Sunday, January 18, 2-4 p.m.: Dog trainer and behavior consultant Carol A. Siegrist, CPDT, will offer advice on making your dog the best behaved on the block!
Monday, January 19, 4-6 p.m.: A cat behavior specialist will help you understand/improve their favorite felines’ quirks and tendencies.
Tuesday, January 20, 2-6 p.m.: Pet-sitters/dog-walkers will be on hand to discuss how pet owners can have peace of mind while they are away from home.
Wednesday, January 21, 4-6 p.m.: “Ask the Vet:” get advice and information on pet health issues from a local veterinarian.
Thursday, January 22, 4-6 p.m.: Grooming basics: bring your pet and receive free basic grooming services (nail clipping, ear cleaning, etc.)
Friday, January 23, 4-6 p.m.: Paw Reading / “Pawtographs” from Little Mama, PAWS 2009 Calendar Model (Ms. September) and long-time adoption center resident, now enjoying the home she deserves.
Saturday, January 24, 4-6 p.m.: Dog trainer and behavior consultant Leigh Siegfried, CPDT, will help you turn your dog into a model canine companion.
Sunday, January 25, 2-4 p.m.: Reiki demonstration: See and learn how this healing touch therapy can calm and soothe your pet.
