Keeping your sanity during a kitchen remodel
OK, you have taken the plunge, your design is finished, contracts signed and cabinets ordered. What should you do to prepare for your remodel project? Here is a handy checklist you can use to help keep your new kitchen project running as smooth as possible, from start to finish. Before construction 1. Establish a time-line...
Spare time? Animal shelters could always use a hand
Do you want to help animals? Do you have children that love animals and would benefit from volunteering with animals? There are so many animals that need help and, fortunately, there are many ways for kind-hearted people who are willing to help them to do so. Volunteer at your local shelter Almost every town...
How to deal with the cancer diagnosis
Smokey, my miniature schnauzer, was more than a pet to me, he was my constant companion. For 15 years we shared our lives, and his passing on May 21, 2005 was one of the saddest days of my life. But as horrible as that day was, it will always be overshadowed by the 15 years...
Looking to volunteer? Here are some area shelters and groups
The following is a selection of local animal rescue groups to help with your pets or stray animals in the area. More information may be found at petfinder.com. Ansonia Animal Shelter, 203-410-7716 Bethany Abandoned Animals, laurieo30@aol.com Has animals for adoption; gives information to those helping strays. REGAP of Connecticut, 203-393-1673 Variety of...
Animal group hits the social network
The Trumbull Animal Group has a Facebook page to show adoptable pets, adoption stories, notices of events and more. “Like” a post, or share a post from the group’s page, so more people will be able to see which animals need a home. Visit Facebook.com and search for Trumbull Animal Group. The group also has...
Dogs are paying a price for the downturn in the economy
An elderly and ailing Lhasa Apso mix was found a few of months ago abandoned along Split Rock, near Walgreens on Bridgeport Avenue in Shelton. Animal Control Officer Sheryl Taylor said the dog was very matted and was suffering from a severe eye infection. It was also was later discovered that he had contracted a...
Adoption events in Stratford
Animal adoption event Sept. 8 The Stratford Animal Rescue Society will be hosting an Animal Adoption Event and Pet Boutique Saturday, Sept. 8, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Stratford Animal Control Facility, 225 Beacon Point Road. Information is available at stratfordanimalrescue.com. Cat and kitten adoption events The Stratford Cat Project and the...
Daycare for your dog becomes more affordable
After years of doing dog rescue and seeing some other wonderful dog daycare facilities, I thought opening up a dog daycare could help me rescue more dogs, help them with their socialization at my facility and I could spend more time with my own dogs. At Bark Avenue Pethouse, we try to have at least...
Low-cost spay/neuter clinic opens in Fairfield County
Nutmeg Spay/Neuter Clinic, the first low-cost spay/neuter clinic for cats and dogs in Fairfield County, opened its doors in Stratford at the end of August. The clinic, a program of FeralCare Inc., is located on 25 Charles Street, just off Lordship Boulevard and will service residents and their pets throughout the state and beyond. Nutmeg...
Biscuits for dogs and horse are a fresh-made local treat
Animal love treats as much as humans do, and nothing tastes better than something hot off the cookie sheet — especially for a dog or a horse. Along with homemade freshness, Trumbull resident Chris Hamilton adds all-natural ingredients when he bakes up a storm to produce his “Molly & Murphy” Irish horse and dog biscuits....
A dog show is this month
On Saturday, Sept. 15, from 1–4 p.m., Connecticut Landmarks’ Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden will present the 11th Annual Dog Show. In honor of Caroline Ferriday’s dogs, Lucky and Dandy, the show will celebrate dogs of all shapes, sizes, and colors, and will be emceed by Scott Wands, of the Connecticut Humanities Council. Prizes will be...
Meet Sweet Precious
Sweet Precious is a female spayed brown/black tiger mix cat with green eyes. She is described as mellow, calm, affectionate, quiet, healthy and a “real sweetheart.” She loves attention and would be best in an adult, somewhat quiet home as the only pet. Information: Pet Protectors at 203-330-0255 or www.petprotectorsrescue.org.
