FREE—Take One
Volume 5, Issue 10
December 2015
Ways to Welcome Home your New Cat
By Petfinder, Jacque Lynn Schultz, C.P.D.T., Companion Animal Programs Adviser
By starting off on the right foot, you can cut short that rocky adjustment
period most new relationships go through. Here are some tips:
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Go slowly at first. A new cat may need seven to fourteen
days to relax into her new environment. Save meet-andgreets with friends, neighbors and relatives until the cat is
eating and eliminating on a normal schedule.
Offer her a safe place to hide while she gets her bearings. She’ll
appreciate the chance to observe her new family’s routine from a
small, dark space or one high above the action.
Provide the same diet she had at the shelter/rescue at least for
the first week or two. If you wish to switch to a different flavor or
brand, slowly make the switch over one to two weeks, starting with a
quarter ration of the new food mixed into the old favorite. From
there, up the ratio of new to old about 10% each day.
Set up a litter box in a quiet, low-traffic area.
Cats must scratch, so make sure to provide yours with a sturdy,
rough-textured scratching post to save wear and tear on furniture.
Nail manicures also help reduce damage.
Cat-proof your home before giving your new feline run of the
house. Put away harsh cleaning products, human medications and
household poisons. Re-home any poisonous houseplants. And if the
newcomer is a kitten, lock away any breakables and remember to
keep the toilet lid down.
Once settled in, a young cat or kitten will be eager to play. Stock
up on interactive toys such as feather wands and kitty fishing poles
to engage attention and direct energies toward a positive pursuit.
Ready a comfortable cat perch on a sunny window sill – if it
overlooks the birdfeeder, all the better!
Pets for Adoption
Caspian, long haired Siamese mix, female, about 10 months.
Very sweet, but timid until she gets to know you
and then all bets are off. She is a total love bug that
prefers to be in your lap and in your face. Very
vocal, she wants to always be where you are.
Caspian loves and nurtures all other cats but does
not care for dogs (they are too loud for her).
Caspian needs a quiet home with no children.
Maggie is a 7 year old miniature dachshund, spayed
female. She is a 6 pound dose of energy and love!
What matters most in the world is to be with her
person—in the car, in the kitchen, or in bed cuddling
as you sleep. She is the perfect companion. She is
house-trained but may tinkle when excited. She
loves other dogs, toys, and burrowing in blankets.
Baron (short for Red Baron) 2-3 year old dachshund. Picked up
as a stray, Baron is in need of a few good meals and lots of
TLC. If you would like a lap buddy for watching TV or a
friend to keep you company on walks, Baron is your guy.
Baron has an appointment to be neutered and will be available
for adoption soon.
Fritz, 6 year old neutered male dachshund. Like many
dachshunds, Fritz is a digger and should be supervised
in a fenced yard. Micro-chipping is highly recommended. He is playful with his family and enjoys
zooming around the house. He is a huge fan of cuddling
in the recliner in the evening. Fritz is hesitant and
sometimes snippy when meeting new people and dogs, so slow introduction is
necessary. No children, cats, or other small animals, please.
Marmalade, 2 year old female, tortoiseshell
Found as a stray with 3 kittens, Marmalade is very friendly
and likes to jump in your lap.
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Pets for Adoption
Elsa is an 8 year old beagle/blue tick hound mix. She was
picked up as a stray 2 years ago and adopted 18 months ago,
but unfortunately returned through no fault of her own. Elsa is
a very sweet girl with a good disposition. Elsa is on a low
calorie diet and is looking for a walking partner to help get
her back in shape. Are you her new fitness coach?
Beauty, 2 year old, long haired, tabby/tortie mix.
Beauty has been in foster care since March. She
initially did not like other cats, but she now gets
along well with the other cats in her foster home.
She even plays with the kittens. We don’t know
why Beauty has not been adopted—she is a sweet
and purrfectly lovely girl, who loves people and
loves to sit on your lap .
Shelby
Watson (male). Bailey (male), and Shelby (female), 8 months old, found as
ferals at an apartment complex where a kind woman let them in and fed them.
All very sweet and playful.
Watson
Bailey
Cosmos and Star—sisters named after the solar
system!
Cosmos and Star are 5 month old females who
like to explore the vastness of their universe.
They both like to play, especially with the laser
light. Both girls love wet food!
Winston, 4 month old male, good with dogs and cats.
Winston was rescued from a feral colony. He may be
shy at first, but he has learned he loves being held and
petted and will turn on his purring machine.
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Pets for Adoption
Harry 7 year old (neutered) male Yorkie. Harry is a little nervous with new people but affectionate once he settles in. Harry
has not had much attention and needs work with his housebreaking and training. He is good with other pets but can try to
be dominant and will fight over food.
Buster 5 year old (neutered) male Maltese. Buster
is an affectionate, slightly neurotic guy. He likes
laps but is nervous about being carried. He has
had very little attention and needs work with
housebreaking and training. He is OK with other
pets but will fight over food.
Angelica, six months old, female. A bit reserved initially, but
warms up once she gets to know you. She is cat and kid
friendly. Angelica’s brother, Tyson (black and white) is also
available (no photo at this time). Tyson is very playful, loves
other cats, does well with kids, and is quite adventurous!
Looking for a gift for your favorite canine companion? Don’t have
time for shopping? Bark Box may be just what you’re looking for.
What is Bark Box?
For humans, BarkBox is a monthly delivery of toys, treats, and chews.
For dogs, BarkBox is like the joy of 1 million belly scratches. From
heavy chewers to special allergies, we paw-pick the best natural treats,
chews, and innovative toys to match your dog’s unique preferences.
How Much Does it Cost?
Twelve month plan = $228
This breaks down to $19 per BarkBox.
Six month plan = $126.
This breaks down to $21 per BarkBox.
Three month plan = $72. This breaks down to
$24 per BarkBox.
(Shipping included in price).
Find Bark Box online at: https://barkbox.com/
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November SNIP Van Schedule
12/7:
12/8:
12/10:
12/11:
12/16:
12/17:
Suffolk, Tractor Supply Company, 3000 Pruden Blvd
IOW Animal Shelter, 13100 Poorhouse Rd
Smithfield, Tractor Supply Company, 13500 Benns Church Blvd
Franklin, Island Tan, 188 Stewart Dr
Wakefield, Great Valu 608 S Country Dr
IOW Animal Shelter, 13100 Poorhouse Rd
For more information and a complete list of services and prices, current
schedule, and to download admission forms, please visit PETA’s website:
http://www.peta.org/about-peta/learn-about-peta/helping-animals-inhampton-roads/snip/
VACCINATIONS
$15 each for altered animals or
animals under 6 months
SPAY/NEUTER
Dog: $100 (spay)
$80 (neuter)
Cat:
$45
Please note: Dogs and cats 6 months
of age or older that have not been
Animals older than 6 years 11
spayed or neutered will not be
months or weighing more than
vaccinated on the SNIP van.
70 lbs. will not be spayed/
neutered on the SNIP van
Appointments not necessary for
vaccinations.
Hours for vaccinations:
10-11 AM
Appointments required
for all spays/neuters. To
make an appointment, call
622-7382, option 3
Vaccine hour may be cancelled when
temperature is above 87 or below 40
degrees.
CASH or CREDIT
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Dec 5: Christmas Tree Fundraiser, 8 AM - Noon,
Farmers Service Company, 865 Main Street, Smithfield
Bake Sale, T-Shirts, Calendars, Adoptable Animals
Dec 6: Pet Paradise Open House, Noon to 5PM
Carrollton (near Food Lion)
Cookies by the Pound, T-Shirts, Calendars, Adoptable Animals
Dec 11: Third Annual Smithfield Christmas Evening Market
Downtown Smithfield, 5 PM - 9 PM, over 100 vendors
Dec 12: Smithfield Christmas Parade, begins at 11 AM
HOW TO KEEP PETS SAFE DURING
COLD WINTER WEATHER
Tip from the Humane Society of the United States
Keep pets indoors
The best prescription for winter's woes
is to keep your dog or cat inside with
you and your family. The happiest
dogs are taken out frequently for walks
and exercise but kept inside the rest of
the time.
Don't leave pets outdoors when the
temperature drops. During walks, short-haired dogs may feel more
comfortable wearing a sweater. No matter what the temperature is,
windchill can threaten a pet's life. Pets are sensitive to severe cold and
are at risk for frostbite and hypothermia during extreme cold snaps.
Exposed skin on noses, ears and paw pads can quickly freeze and suffer
permanent damage.
See our adoptable
cats/kittens and
dogs/puppies
every week
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Sunday 12-4
Jefferson Commons
Newport News
“Then the Grinch thought of something he hadn't before!
What if Christmas, he thought, doesn't come from a
store. What if Christmas...perhaps...means a little bit
more!”
― Dr. Seuss, How the Grinch Stole Christmas
“My idea of Christmas, whether old-fashioned or modern, is very
simple: loving others. Come to think of it, why do we have to wait
for Christmas to do that?”
― Bob Hope
“Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus. He exists as certainly as love and
generosity and devotion exist, and you know that they abound and give
to your life its highest beauty and joy.
Not believe in Santa Clause! You might as well not believe in fairies!
The most real things in the world are those that neither children nor men
can see. Did you ever see fairies dancing on the lawn? Of course not,
but that's no proof that they are not there. Nobody can conceive or
imagine all the wonders there are unseen and unseeable in the world. ”
—Francis Pharcellus Church, Yes Virginia, There is a Santa Claus
THANKYOUTHANKYOUTHANKYOU
Jerry Burks
Bob and Paula Cole, memorial to Linda Altizer
Carolyn Herbert
Maryanne and Timothy Winslow
Ann Sawyer, in memory of Tigger
Dawn Morris
Sanci Hall
Amazon Smile
Capt Chuck's
Gimme Shelter
Horse and Hound
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The Humane Society holds meetings twice a month, on
second Mondays and fourth Wednesdays. Please come to
a meeting and learn more about us.
We don’t bite!
Mon
Dec 14
6:45 PM
Nike Park Senior Center
Wed
No
Meeting
7 PM
IOW Rescue Squad, 13080 Great Springs
Road, Smithfield
Mon
Jan 11
6:45 PM
Nike Park Senior Center
Wed
Jan 27
7 PM
IOW Rescue Squad, 13080 Great Springs
Road, Smithfield
The IOW Humane Society is an all volunteer organization
that receives no government funding. We depend on
corporate and private donations to fund our work. We have
no office, no building and no salaried employees.
If you would like to make a donation, please send your tax
deductible contribution to:
Isle of Wight County Humane Society
PO Box 273
Smithfield, VA 23431
Or, donate on our website, using our Paypal Donate button.
You do not have to be a member of Paypal
to make a donation.
PH: (757)357-4214
FAX: (757)365-4207
www.iowchs.org
email: [email protected]
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