tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13047879635258863042024-03-12T21:22:50.540-04:00Pets UnleashedThose who love their pets tend to enjoy all animals. Our animal owners are no different. Check in on News-Herald staffers Robin Palmer and Cheryl Sadler as they share their own animal tales and announce upcoming events in Lake and Geauga counties.News-Herald Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10992850793901999785noreply@blogger.comBlogger892125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1304787963525886304.post-64573858420347405812014-06-20T16:16:00.002-04:002014-06-20T16:16:30.589-04:00Geauga Dog Warden needed itemsThe Geauga Dog Warden — which takes in more than 700 dogs a year — is in need of the following items:<br />
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The Geauga Dog Warden is located at 12513 Merritt Road in Chardon, and can be contacted at 440-286-8135. Hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.News-Herald Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10992850793901999785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1304787963525886304.post-23538885101309867442014-06-16T16:50:00.001-04:002014-06-16T16:50:24.406-04:00Adopt-A-Shelter-Cat adoption specialIn honor of <a href="http://www.americanhumane.org/animals/programs/special-initiatives/adopt-a-cat-month/" target="_blank">Adopt-A-Shelter-Cat Month</a>, <a href="http://lakehumane.org/" target="_blank">Lake Humane Society</a> is offering an <a href="http://lakehumane.org/adoptionspecials.html" target="_blank">adoption special</a>.<br />
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Name your own price for all adult cats over 6 months, or adopt a kitten for a reduced rate of $50.<br />
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The special runs through June 30.News-Herald Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10992850793901999785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1304787963525886304.post-39686414065631700172014-05-19T11:33:00.001-04:002014-05-19T11:33:20.340-04:00Funnel is looking for a home<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Funnel is about 1 year old and weighs 40 pounds. She is easy to walk — a darling, just beautiful. She needs a real home. <br />
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Also, please consider donating food and hot dogs (to hide pills).<br />
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For more information on adopting Funnel or making donations, contact the Geauga County Dog Warden, 12513 Merritt Road, Chardon OH 44024; 440-286-8135. News-Herald Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10992850793901999785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1304787963525886304.post-67975383118309171342014-05-16T09:00:00.000-04:002014-05-16T09:00:00.828-04:00Ponderings by PicassoSo the city of Highland Heights is forbidding residents to feed "nuisance" animals in their own back yards.<br /><div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15315866700818670028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1304787963525886304.post-68961863955349482392014-04-28T13:40:00.002-04:002014-04-28T13:40:45.408-04:00Geauga County Dog Warden requests food<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Eartha loves to go for walks. She also enjoys cuddling and soaking up attention. She knows the command to sit and we're sure she'll learn other commands quickly. Eartha is about 1 1/2 years old and weighs 43.5 lbs. <br />
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Please consider donating food and hot dogs (to hide pills) to the Geauga County Dog Warden, 12513 Merritt Road, Chardon, 44024. Call 440-286-8135. News-Herald Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10992850793901999785noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1304787963525886304.post-44030597766586934092014-04-09T08:33:00.000-04:002014-04-09T08:33:00.399-04:00Shepherd mix looking for a home<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Marsha is very gentle, very mellow. She is a great 2- 3-year-old female shepherd mix, 32 lbs. looking for a nice home. She needs to gain some weight. If you can't adopt Marsha, maybe you could donate some dog food.<br />
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Contact: Geauga County Dog Warden, 12513 Merritt Road, Chardon; 440-286-8135. News-Herald Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10992850793901999785noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1304787963525886304.post-998804543064684062014-04-08T11:27:00.001-04:002014-04-08T11:27:23.451-04:002nd annual Pizza for Paws benefits Lake Humane SocietyEat a pizza and help the animals at <a href="http://www.lakehumane.org/index.html" target="_blank">Lake Humane Society</a> during the second annual Pizza for Paws, set for April 21-23. Below, more details from a news release:<br />
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The 2nd Annual Pizza for Paws will take place Monday, April 21 through Wednesday, April 23 at all Longo's Pizza & Joey's Italian Grille locations. During this event, supporters can purchase a large one-topping pizza for $10 and 100% of their purchase will be donated back to the homeless animals at Lake Humane Society. This fundraiser is a simple and delicious way to help animals in need in Lake County! <br />
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Our goal is to raise $10,000 for the animals by selling 1,000 pizzas during this fundraising event. We cannot do it without the support of our community! A donation of that size can help make a difference in the lives of hundreds of injured, abused and abandoned animals. All money raised will go directly towards the general care of the animals at Lake Humane Society.<br />
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Participants must present the Pizza for Paws flyer (see below) at the time of their purchase. One voucher per pizza is required. Additional charges may apply for additional toppings. <a href="http://www.lakehumane.org/pizzaforpaws.html" target="_blank">Visit Lake Humane Society’s website to download and print your voucher now</a>. Hang it on your fridge as a reminder, too!<br />
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Longo’s Pizza (North Mentor): 7314 Lakeshore Boulevard, Mentor<br />
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Longo’s Pizza (South Mentor): 8907 Mentor Avenue, Mentor<br />
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Joey’s Italian Grille (Chardon): 209 Center Street, Chardon<br />
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Joey’s Italian Grille (Madison): 2731 Hubbard Road, Madison<br />
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Please save the dates for this fundraiser and plan on having pizza for lunch and/or dinner. Want to help even more? Encourage your place of work to have a “pizza party” for all of their employees to support your local non-profit humane society! Send LHS pictures of your pizza day and you might end up on their Facebook page or website.<br />
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We’d like to thank the Longo family for holding this wonderfully generous fundraising event!<br />
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Since 1937, Lake Humane Society has been dedicated to the welfare and protection of animals. Operating as a private, non-profit organization in Lake County, Ohio, Lake Humane Society is focused on the relief or suffering and the prevention of cruelty and abuse to animals. Lake Humane Society helps thousands of animals each year and relies solely on contributions made by members of the community.</blockquote>
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<br />News-Herald Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10992850793901999785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1304787963525886304.post-63585237731201090992014-02-21T11:00:00.000-05:002014-02-21T11:00:09.527-05:00Ponderings by Picasso<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-0n625Sf1lyU/UwZ_kTWwlyI/AAAAAAAAAGI/fmxk7X84ljE/s1600/picasso.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-0n625Sf1lyU/UwZ_kTWwlyI/AAAAAAAAAGI/fmxk7X84ljE/s1600/picasso.jpg" height="160" width="320" /></a>I may have underestimated the humans in the household.<br />
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Found one of them reading this last night.<br />
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Figured they would wait for the movie to come out.<br />
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I know what you're saying, the book is always better than the movie.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15315866700818670028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1304787963525886304.post-89854094719845774832014-02-18T08:31:00.000-05:002014-02-18T08:31:00.640-05:00Rescue Rock Off benefits Lake Humane Society<div class="tr_bq">
The Rescue Rock Off — a benefit for <a href="http://www.lakehumane.org/">Lake Humane Society</a> — is set for March 9 at <a href="http://willoughbybrewing.com/">Willoughby Brewing Company</a>. <br />
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Join Lake Humane Society for their 4th Annual Rescue Rock Off on Sunday, March 9th at Willoughby Brewing Company located in Downtown Willoughby. Rescue Rock Off is a fundraiser, which features five live performances by local bands who are donating their time for the cause. </blockquote>
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The event also includes: delicious food, a Chinese Auction with an assortment of amazing prizes, a 50/50 Raffle with 2 chances to win hundreds of dollars, door prizes and much more! Tickets for Rescue Rock Off can be purchased at Lake Humane Society located at 7564 Tyler Boulevard (Building E) in Mentor. They will also be sold at Willoughby Brewing Company (located at 4057 Erie Street in Willoughby) both pre-sale and at the door. </blockquote>
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Tickets are $18 pre-sale and $20 at the door. The ticket includes admission to the event and access to the all-you-can-eat buffet. The buffet is filled with a variety of delicious items provided by Willoughby Brewing Company. Soda and water is also included. Alcoholic drinks are available for purchase. </blockquote>
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Come on out for a rockin' Sunday fun-day and support the homeless animals at Lake Humane Society! All of the proceeds of the event benefit the injured, abused and abandoned animals at Lake Humane Society. </blockquote>
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Lake Humane Society is a private, nonprofit animal shelter that has been serving Lake County for over 75 years. The mission of Lake Humane is to provide a gentle and caring haven for the homeless, abandoned, and injured animals of Lake County and persevere in defending and protecting animal life through education, integrity, and leadership. The shelter features great programs and services, which help the community and it’s animals. When considering adding a four-legged family member to your home, make adoption your only option! </blockquote>
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Visit the shelter or their website to view their adoptable animals looking for loving forever homes. For more information on Rescue Rock Off, or Lake Humane Society as a whole, visit <a href="http://www.lakehumane.org/">www.lakehumane.org</a> or call the shelter at 440-951-6122.</blockquote>
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2014 RESCUE ROCK OFF LINEUP:<br />12:00-1:00 Samantha Fitzpatrick Band<br />1:00-2:00 Dan McCoy & the Standing 8s<br />2:00-3:00 Horsefeathers<br />3:00-4:00 Hatrick<br />4:00-5:00 The Shizz</blockquote>
Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1304787963525886304.post-57377089802467904852014-02-11T12:35:00.000-05:002014-02-11T12:35:03.526-05:00Lake Humane Society Valentine's Day adoption special<a href="http://lakehumane.org/index.html">Lake Humane Society</a> has an adoption special going on through Feb. 16:<br />
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As part of our <strong style="font-size: 10pt;">"Be My Valentine"</strong><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> Adoption Special our adoption fees are reduced dramatically for this week only. It is our hope that by providing lower adoption fees </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">many of our animals will find loving homes. </span></div>
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<strong>Cats can be adopted for just $14 & all dogs can be adopted at $20 off their adoption fee. These prices are valid <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1792446540" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">February 10-16</span></span> only! </strong></div>
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<a href="http://lakehumane.org/availablepets.html">View the animals available for adoption through Lake Humane Society.</a>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1304787963525886304.post-45797743547671038092014-01-20T15:20:00.001-05:002014-01-20T15:20:23.894-05:00Waterloo Alley Cat Project fundraiser<div class="tr_bq">
The Waterloo Alley Cat Project has planned its fifth annual fundraiser for 7 p.m. Feb. 15 at the <a href="http://www.beachlandballroom.com/">Beachland Ballroom</a> (15711 Waterloo Road, Cleveland). Read on for more information from a news release:</div>
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The Waterloo Alley Cat Project is proud to announce its 5th annual fundraising event to help raise funds and awareness to the work being done for the feral cat population living in the Waterloo business district of Cleveland. This year the event is FREE thanks to a neighborhood Vibrancy Grant awarded to the group from The Kresge Foundation and Northeast Shores Development Corporation. The night will include silent auctions and basket raffles featuring fabulous items donated by artists and local retailers. A recent donation was received from a writer of the hit TV show BREAKING BAD who has family ties in Collinwood featuring a signed script and other BB collectibles. Free food will be provided from local restaurants; music by local DJs Party Sweat and Junky Bee; a slideshow of the neighborhood feral cats; and special guest mc will be The Ghoul. A truly fun night for a good cause. Monetary and cat food donations will gladly be accepted at the door, but are not required for entry to the event.<br />The Waterloo Alley Cat Project (WACP) is a small nonprofit group of 7 dedicated people volunteering their time to care for and protect the abandoned/feral cats that live in the burgeoning arts and retail district on Waterloo Road in Cleveland, Ohio. WACP implemented the humane method of trap-neuter/spay-release in November 2009 to help the large number of feral cats in the community. As a result, they have spayed and neutered over 200 cats, found homes for approximately 20, and are currently managing 3 healthy cat colonies. Through teamwork, their mission is to protect the lives of all feral cats and teach that all life is connected.</blockquote>
Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1304787963525886304.post-82478012447299805992014-01-06T16:38:00.000-05:002014-01-06T16:38:00.594-05:00How are you keeping your pets warm?How do you keep your pets warm when the temperature drops? Staff Writer <a href="http://twitter.com/amypopiknh">Amy Popik</a> wants to hear from you for an upcoming story. Email <a href="mailto:APopik@News-Herald.com">APopik@News-Herald.com</a> or call her at 440-954-7168.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1304787963525886304.post-48462674229827508212013-12-30T09:00:00.000-05:002013-12-30T09:00:04.362-05:00Please, can someone give Sunshine a home?<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Since Sept. 7, Sunshine has been living at the Geauga County Dog Warden Shelter.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">If you have it in your heart, and in your home for a dog, please consider Sunshine.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">For more information on Sunshine, call the shelter at 440-286-8135.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">The shelter is located at 12513 Merritt Road in Claridon Township in Geauga County.</span><br />
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-- Robin Palmer<br />
rpalmer@news-herald.comAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15315866700818670028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1304787963525886304.post-11592646512338467262013-12-09T13:30:00.000-05:002013-12-09T13:30:14.634-05:00Home for the Holidays adoption special<a href="http://lakehumane.org/index.html">Lake Humane Society</a> has an adoption special to help get some animals a forever home before the holidays.<br />
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Throughout the month of December, adoption fees for cats and dogs are half off.<br />
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<a href="http://lakehumane.org/availablepets.html">View pets available for adoption</a>.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1304787963525886304.post-57482152839883241822013-11-12T11:46:00.002-05:002013-11-12T11:46:43.963-05:00Adopt a senior pet this week, name your own adoption feeTo celebrate Adopt A Senior Pet Month this month, <a href="http://lakehumane.org/">Lake Humane Society</a> has an adoption special going on through Nov. 17. <br />
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When you adopt a senior cat or dog (6 years or older) by Nov. 17, you can name your own adoption fee.<br />
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Among the senior cats and dogs available is Sparky, a 15-year-old Lab mix:<br />
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(Isn't Sparky adorable????)<br />
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<a href="http://lakehumane.org/availablepets.html">Check out all the animals available at lakehumane.org/availablepets.html</a>.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1304787963525886304.post-70163041330132574122013-10-28T09:00:00.000-04:002013-10-28T09:00:07.691-04:00<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">The days may be getting more gloomy outside but you can add a little sunshine by adopting Sunshine, a female shepherd mix available at the Geauga County Dog Shelter.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">According to shelter officials, Sunshine was a found in Chardon in September. </span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">She is looking for a family that will care about her.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">If you are interested in adopting Sunshine, stop by the shelter at 12513 Merritt Road in Chardon, or call 440-286-8136.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">If you cannot adopt a dog, you can help feed the shelter dogs by dropping off dog and puppy food at the shelter or sending in a donation to the above address.</span><br />
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-- Robin Palmer<br />
rpalmer@news-herald.comAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15315866700818670028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1304787963525886304.post-35748190215346369872013-10-21T08:57:00.000-04:002013-10-21T08:57:00.048-04:00Black Cat Ball benefits Lake Humane SocietyThe annual Black Cat Ball to benefit the Lake Humane Society is coming up on Saturday, Oct. 26; find all the info in the flyer below:<br />
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Mandy Osborne with the <a href="http://lakehumane.org/" target="_blank">Lake Humane Society</a> says, "All proceeds from this event will benefit the injured, abused and abandoned animals here at Lake Humane Society. The event is a blast and it helps us raise tens of thousands of dollars for our cause." Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11533200484159417189noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1304787963525886304.post-72163703249486249402013-10-18T13:49:00.003-04:002013-10-18T13:49:59.430-04:00Howl-o-Ween fundraiser for Geauga Humane Society, Lake Humane Society<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://www.zeppestavern.com/" target="_blank">Zeppe's Tavern & Pizzeria</a>, 11110 Kinsman Road in Newbury Township, will be having a fundraiser to benefit <a href="http://www.geaugahumane.org/" target="_blank">Geauga Humane Society's Rescue Village</a> and <a href="http://lakehumane.org/" target="_blank">Lake Humane Society</a>. The Howl-o-Ween fundraiser will run from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 19. <br />
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Information from a news release:<br />
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Zeppe’s will be hosting a Howl-o-Ween Fundraiser with the Lake Humane Society & Geauga Humane Society on Saturday, October 19 at 11am at Zeppe’s Tavern & Pizzeria in Newbury. The event will be free for guests & their pets, with the request to donate whatever they can to support such a worthy cause. <br /><br />Enjoy a delicious slice of a 100 foot Zeppe's Sub! Rock out to live music with Smack the Frog, a pet costume contest with prize baskets for cutest, funniest and most unique pet costumes judges by Bill Louis. <br /><br />Plus, there will be wonderful, loving pets in need of a good home! We will also feature entertainment for the whole family such as a face painter, kissing booth, caricatures, photos with pets, pumpkin painting contest & more!</blockquote>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11533200484159417189noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1304787963525886304.post-60621598229364771922013-10-09T08:44:00.000-04:002013-10-09T08:44:00.140-04:00National Pet Obesity Awareness DayToday is <a href="http://www.petobesityprevention.com/" target="_blank">National Pet Obesity Awareness Day</a>. Below is a news release with tips and pointers on keeping your dogs fit and active from <a href="http://www.campbowwowusa.com/" target="_blank">Camp Bow Wow</a> CEO and founder Heidi Ganahl:<br />
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<u><b>Identify and Prevent Obesity</b></u><br />
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<b>Signs to indicate your pet is overweight</b><br />
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<li>Pet tires easily</li>
<li>Difficulty getting up</li>
<li>Visually, there is a lack of a waist line and you are unable to feel the ribs of your pet easily</li>
<li>Breathing problems</li>
<li>Arthritis</li>
<li>High blood pressure</li>
<li>Hair coat problems</li>
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<b>Tips for readers to get in shape with their pets</b><br />
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<li>Invite a neighbor dog (one that likes to play) to come over for a “play-date” to make them more active</li>
<li>Take your dog on a hike –great cardio and muscle-building activity for both pet and owner</li>
<li>Take your dog to pet friendly stores with you for extra exercise</li>
<li>Sign up for a run/walk (5K) that allows pets, so you are able to stay active with your furry friend</li>
<li>Cut down on treats for your dog and feed responsibly; count calories</li>
<li>Consult with your local vet on nutrition</li>
<li>Keep your pet active and set responsible goals that will become a daily routine</li>
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<b>Examples of human foods that can quickly lead to pet obesity</b><br />
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<li>Snacks like potato chips and ice cream, or more commonly cheese and peanut butter (which are frequently used to conceal medicines) are quick ways to pack on the pounds</li>
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<b>Other solutions</b><br />
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<li>A lot of products and diets are marketed and available for pets, which can help ameliorate obesity</li>
<li>Some dog food companies are following “prepackaged” and “measured” systems, which help to avoid over-feeding, as well as appetite suppressant products</li>
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<b>Benefits of Socializing Pets</b></blockquote>
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<li>Physical exercise keeps dogs from displaying behavior problems that dogs who don’t get exercise tend to display, like chewing, digging, excessive barking, etc.</li>
<li>Just like humans need friends, so do dogs. They need a core social group of other dogs to interact with - especially if they are an “only” dog at home.</li>
<li>A tired dog is a good dog! Camp wears the dogs out from all of the stimulation that they get (both mental and physical), so parents get to bring home a nice, tired pup at the end of the day.</li>
<li>Keeping your dog socialized will help keep dogs from displaying serious behavior issues like aggression toward other dogs or people.</li>
<li>Getting dogs out of the house on a frequent basis helps stimulate them mentally. Dogs need as much mental stimulation as they do physical stimulation to keep them happy and healthy.</li>
<li>For parents that have longer work hours and don’t have as much time to walk their dogs as they would like to, camp gives the parents a great way to give their dog the benefits of interacting with other dogs and people instead of leaving them at home.</li>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11533200484159417189noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1304787963525886304.post-12705079713174179542013-10-07T12:58:00.002-04:002013-10-07T12:58:26.533-04:00Lake Humane Society's October Adoption SpecialLake Humane Society has an adoption special for the month of October: "Adopt a black cat or an orange cat of any age during the month of October and you choose the adoption fee!" <br />
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This special will run through the end of the month. All adopters must first be approved. Some restriction may apply. <br />
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For more information, call 440-951-6122. Visit the shelter at 7564 Tyler Blvd., Building E, in Mentor. View adoptable animals by visiting <a href="http://lakehumane.org/" target="_blank">Lake Humane Society's website</a>.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11533200484159417189noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1304787963525886304.post-75925908929859168332013-09-27T09:00:00.000-04:002013-09-27T09:00:05.347-04:00Lake Humane Society holding low-cost rabies clinicLake Humane Society is hosting a low-cost rabies clinic from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday.<br />
<br />Bring your cat or dog for a 1-year rabies vaccination for just $10.<br />
Microchipping will also be done at the discounted rate of $20. <br />
<br />This clinic will be at Lake Humane Society, 7564 Tyler Blvd., Building E in Mentor. <br />
<br />For more information, call (440) 951-6122.<br />
<br />This is a walk-in clinic, so people should be prepared that there may be a wait. <br />
<br />The humane society accepts cash and credit card payment only; no checks<br />
. <br />All cats must be in carriers and all dogs must be leashed or in carrier. <br />
<br />For the safety of the LHS staff, we will not vaccinate aggressive animals or feral cats. <br />
<br />The humane society reserves the right to refuse to vaccinate any animal for any reason.<br />News-Herald Blogshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10992850793901999785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1304787963525886304.post-85555768701546516642013-09-25T09:37:00.000-04:002013-09-25T09:37:00.309-04:00Infographic: Fun facts about cats<div class='visually_embed' data-category='Animals' rel='infographic'> <img class='visually_embed_infographic' src='http://thumbnails.visually.netdna-cdn.com/fun-facts-about-cats_523c2556583cd_w587.png' rel='http://thumbnails.visually.netdna-cdn.com/fun-facts-about-cats_523c2556583cd.png' alt='Fun Facts About Cats' /><br />
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This clinic will be at Lake Humane Society, 7564 Tyler Blvd., Building E, in Mentor. <br />
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This is a walk-in clinic, so please be prepared that there may be a
wait. LHS accepts cash and credit card payment only — no checks. All cats
must be in carriers and all dogs must be leashed or in carrier. For the
safety of the LHS staff, aggressive animals or
feral cats will not be vaccinated. LHS reserves the right to refuse to vaccinate any animal for
any reason.<br />
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For more information, call 440-951-6122.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11533200484159417189noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1304787963525886304.post-10326133533396492932013-09-20T16:27:00.000-04:002013-09-20T16:27:35.919-04:00Haunted corn maze benefits Lake Humane Society<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://www.regalvineyards.com/" target="_blank">Regal Vineyards</a> is having a benefit day for <a href="http://lakehumane.org/" target="_blank">Lake Humane Society</a> at its haunted winery and corn maze, from noon to 6 p.m. Sept. 22. <br />
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Admission is $8 per person, and $1 from every admission benefits the animals at <a href="http://lakehumane.org/" target="_blank">Lake Humane Society</a>.<br />
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Dogs are welcome to tour the corn maze with their owner, and a costume contest for the dogs will take place at 3 p.m.<br />
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Lake Humane will have an informational booth set up.<br /><br />The Haunted Winery & Corn Maze is located at 2678 County Line Road, Madison, OH 44057. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.regalvineyards.com/">www.regalvineyards.com</a>.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11533200484159417189noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1304787963525886304.post-22132077668949150532013-08-01T15:28:00.000-04:002013-08-01T15:28:00.439-04:00Marilyn's Voice fundraiser: Marilyn's Got Fashion<a href="http://www.marilynsvoice.org/" target="_blank">Marilyn's Voice</a> is having a fundraiser for 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday. Check out the details in the poster below:<br />
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