Animal Shelters

Pets of the week

Galileo

Galileo is a 4- to 5-year-old Tuxedo. He is a stray that no one claimed. He is litter box trained and likes other cats. Galileo is a friendly cat with a big personality. He likes attention and melt when he receives it.

Pets of the week

Bambi

Bambi is a 8- to 9-year-old Chihuahua. Bambi is a stray that no one claimed. Bambi would do great in a home with other small dogs and older kids to play with. She is is the ultimate lap dog. Bambi can be a little nervous at first but once she has warmed up she loves to curl up in a lap and give kisses. Bambi is up to date on her shots.

Pets of the week

Baby

Baby is a 1-year-old Pit Mix. Baby is a stray that no one claimed. She is full of puppy energy and loves to play. We don't know if baby has been housebroken but she loves other dogs and would do great in a home with kids. Baby still needs some work and will be the perfect dog with a little basic training, a big yard, and lots of love. Baby is in kennel old adopt 9.

SH12D219NOKILL April 27, 2012 -- Chart showing No Kill Shelters by the numbers. (SHNS chart by John Bruce) (NOKILL)

Transports help 'no-kill' communities save dogs, cats

Toby had issues. The 4-year-old chow's owners had dispatched him to the municipal shelter in Virginia's King George County for being aggressive with their children. He had skin allergies and wouldn't let anyone near him. Prospects for adoption seemed grim.

But after a few weeks, Toby made friends -- first with one attendant, then with the rest of the shelter staff and King George Animal Rescue League volunteers.

Pets of the week

Calli

 

Calli is a 3-year-old Longhair Tortoiseshell. She was signed over by her previous owners because they could no longer take care of her. She is litter box trained and likes other cats. Calli is a little shy at first and will hang back and watch what people do until she feels comfortable enough to say hello. Calli is a sweet natured cat that is waiting for her second chance at finding a family.

Pets of the week

Watson

Watson is a 1- to 2-year-old Chihuahua mix. He is a tray that no one claimed. It's unsure whether he's house broken or not but he likes other small dogs and likes kids. Watson is a friendly little dog with a lovable personality. He likes to jump up on people's legs until he's picked up, and them he will cover one's face with slobbery kisses. He likes to go for walks and will prance around proudly by people's sides. Watson will be neutered, micro chipped and vaccinated.

Weber County animal control costs rising

FARR WEST -- Costs are up for animal control by Weber County.

According to City Treasurer John Cardon, the costs for the animal control services are about $31,000 and will jump to around $40,000 next year.

Cardon said these costs cover patrolling for stray animals and the pick up and housing of animals. He said a year ago it cost $55 to house an animal but now it is $85.

An increase in costs is due to the cost of a new animal shelter according to Cardon.

Councilman Tim Shupe said a new state law requiring animals to be held for five days rather than three days before being euthanized has also added to costs.

Pets of the week

Jake

Jake is a 5-year-old German Shorthair Pointer. He was signed over by his previous owner because Jake kept getting out of the yard. Jake is house broken, likes other dogs, doesn't like cats and is great with kids of all ages. Jake is a smart and high energy dog that needs to be exercised and played with regularly. He needs to go to a home or family that is active and will match his personality. Jake is in kennel old adopt 13.

Davis County shelter to hire pet adoption specialist

FARMINGTON -- Davis County Animal Services has entered into an agreement with Best Friends Animal Society to add a full-time pet adoption specialist.

The county will receive $14,500 from the animal society, Davis County Animal Services Director Clint Thacker said.

Pets of the week

Keesler

Keesler is a 2-year-old Black Mouth Cur mix. He was signed over by his previous owner because of allergies and shedding too much. He is house broken, likes other dogs, likes cats and is great with kids of all ages. Regular brushing and a good diet should help with his shedding. Keesler is a friendly and sociable dog. He's excited to meet and make new friends. He knows how to sit, lie down and shake on command is sure to learn others quickly. Keesler is in kennel New adopt 14.

Pets of the week

Sable

Sable is a 9-month-old Red Bone Hound. She was signed over by her previous owner, who was going to jail and couldn't find the animal a home. She is house broken, likes other dogs, doesn't like cats and is great with kids of all ages. Sable is full of love. She loves playing fetch, keep-away and tug-of-war. She likes treats, loves to cuddle, would like to play constantly and is a talker. Sable is in kennel old adopt 9.

Pets of the week

Little Riot

Little Riot is a 2-year-old Shih Tzu mix. He was signed over by his previous owner because they could no longer keep him. He is house broken, likes other dogs, likes cats and is great with kids of all ages. Little Riot is the happiest dog. He wants to be petted at all times; he'll rub his face and body on legs like a cat would until he gets attention. He's not very interested in playing with toys because he just wants to be around people.

Matt Townsend, of Ogden, holds a Shih Tzu he adopted at the Weber County Animal Shelter on Thursday. The dog, which he and his wife, Joanne, have named Buster, was recently found abandoned ainside a foreclosed home in North Ogden. The dog received donated grooming services from The Little Dog House to clean it up. Townsend has adopted several animals from the shelter over the years and recently had a dog die from cancer after they had owned it for 16 years. (ROBERT JOHNSON/Standard-Examiner)

Abandoned dog gets a new home; bereft couple gets a new pet

OGDEN — Sometimes one happy ending can resolve two sad stories at once. That was the case Thursday when Matt and Joanne Townsend adopted a 2-year-old Shih Tzu they named Buster.

Pets of the week

Dartagnan

Dartagnan is an 8-year-old Domestic short hair. He was picked up by an animal control officer as a stray that was severely injured. He was shot him with two sharp, razor-tipped, metal darts. One had entered through the front of his chest and the other was through the side of his chest, just below his elbow joint. Despite his injuries, he is loving and sweet with everyone he meets. Dartagnan is litter box trained and OK with other cats, but he'd be more comfortable as an only cat. He just wants to be held and cuddled. Dartagnan is in our cat adoption center.

Pets of the week

Lakota

Lakota is a 3- to 4-year-old German Shepherd mix. She was signed over by her previous owner, who could no longer afford to take care of her. She is house broken, likes other dogs as long as they aren't dominant, doesn't like cats, and is great with kids of all ages. Lakota is a fairly quiet dog that doesn't bark often. She likes to chew on and play with squeaky toys, and she'll also chew on wood, so you may have to monitor her if she's outside. Lakota is also a water lover and loves to jump in and go for a swim. Lakota is in kennel old adopt 14.

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