Paws & Kisses marks 5 years with expansion, giveaways
Paws & Kisses Pet Sitting Service, LLC marks its fifth anniversary with service expansion. “We are happy to announce that, beginning in May, Paws & Kisses staff of certified dog trainers will offer in-home canine training and specialty group classes to local residents,” said Mandy Oram, business owner. “So many of our clients have asked...
What you can do to protect Fido from ticks
What does the typical pet owner place down their pet’s back on a monthly basis? A product called Frontline Top Spot is a highly recommended product by some veterinarians and not by others. What makes one veterinarian prescribe Frontline and another tell the pet owners to have their yards sprayed. Here’s the break down from...
New bill would prevent sale of puppies obtained from animal mills
State Sen. John McKinney and state Rep. Brenda Kupchick testified recently on HB 5027, an Act Prohibiting the Sale of Dogs and Cats Obtained from Substandard Domestic Animal Mills. The bill, introduced by the two legislators, would prevent pet stores in Connecticut from taking advantage of consumers by selling puppy mill pets. “The inhumane treatment...
Singles increasingly turn to pets for sense of family
A recent American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) survey shows that singles — both those never married and those recently separated or divorced — are increasingly turning to pets for love and a sense of family. According to AVMA’s U.S. Pet Ownership and Demographics Sourcebook, it’s still more common for a pet to be owned by...
H3 Pet Supply donates funds collected to injured dog
For the month of March, H3 Pet Supply, 475 Hawley Lane, Stratford, will donate all funds received from their pet nail trims to the Waterbury Dog Pound, where they picked up a young dog who is suffering from severe mange and chemical burns. Funds collected will be used for the medical care she needs to...
Low-cost spay/neuter clinic is open for cats and dogs
Nutmeg Spay/Neuter Clinic, the first low-cost spay/neuter clinic for cats and dogs in Fairfield County, spays and neuters cats and dogs at a low-cost. The clinic, a program of FeralCare Inc., is located on 25 Charles St., just off Lordship Boulevard and will service residents and their pets throughout the state and beyond. Nutmeg will service...
ASPCA offers storm advice to pet owners
Pets should be kept indoors during major snowstorms such as Nemo, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA). “The most important thing pet owners should do is to bring their pets indoors,” said Dr. Dick Green, disaster response director for the ASPCA field investigations and response team. “If conditions...
A dozen cats need new homes
An elderly Shelton resident recently passed away, leaving behind a dozen outdoor cats. The long-time resident loved his cats, according to Irene McCoy, of Compassion for Cats, and one of his greatest pleasures was having them all run to him for their twice-a-day feedings. They would jump on his lap to cuddle, but unfortunately are...
Book tells Christmas story with basset hounds
Easton resident Allen Sullivan has published a photographic story book about basset hounds that is available for purchase in Monroe. The Christmas Tree Hunt tells the story of what the author calls “The Basset Domain.” It focuses on Boan, a basset hound puppy, and his pack of friends and family as they strike out in...
Donation drive for animals affected by Hurricane Sandy
The effort to collect items needed by animal shelters and rescue groups impacted by Hurricane Sandy has been extended. Below is a list of items that are specifically needed and can be dropped off at H3 Pet Supply, Stratford or Shelton locations: • Dog and cat food, dry and wet • Blankets and towels •...
Special group helps ensure pets remain safe in an emergency
Towns and cities from throughout the state are working together to better respond to weather-related power outages, especially after last year’s surprise snowstorm and tropical storm Irene. One topic of concern is what to do with pets if there is an emergency evacuation. According to state law, you must include your pet in all evacuation...
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...
