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TCAS Newsletter
September 2016
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Celebrate Happy Cat Month
Every cat deserves to be happy! Although the shelter can be stressful at times for cats, we try to keep them as happy as possible! Help us keep them happy by donating toys, either bought or homemade, and donating to our resident cats.
We also try to find homes for them where they can stay happy forever! Visit us during the month of September; we will be reducing the cat adoption fee for all of our cats and kittens. Adult cats will be $10 and Kittens will be $25.
Tay Hohoff said,
"There are few things in life more heartwarming than to be welcomed by a cat."
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Responsible Dog Ownership Day!
Owning a pet is a privilege, but the benefits of pet ownership come with responsibilities. This is why September 17 is dedicated to Responsible Dog Ownership. From the commitment to the cost, they can require a lot of time, energy, and money!
Here are some great tips on what to expect if you are planning on getting a dog:
Responsible Dog Ownership
Pet Care
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Pet Valu "Paw Fur-ever"
Join us at Pet Valu in Brandywine for the Paw Fur-ever event. Animals from the shelter will be searching for their forever home. Now is a great time to find a new "best friend."
- Saturday, September 3: Pet Valu Brandywine, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Saturday, September 17: Pet Valu Brandywine, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Hope to see you there!
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Billy Wants to Make Sure You and Your Furry Friends Stay Safe from Rabies!
September 28 is World Rabies Day
Billy is helping to spread the word about the dangers of rabies, how important it is to vaccinate and take the necessary precautions to prevent the spread.
Rabies is 100% preventable. In most cases, preventing rabies is as simple as ensuring adequate animal vaccination and control, avoiding contact with wild animals, and educating those at risk. Rabies is one of the most serious contagious diseases and tops the list of zoonotic diseases as it is nearly always fatal. The rabies vaccination is one of the most effective and affordable vaccines available for your pets. Raccoons, skunks, foxes, and bats are the most likely to contract rabies, but ALL mammals are susceptible. Dogs, cats, and ferrets are required to have current rabies vaccines. Now that you know all of this, there is no reason for your pet not to be vaccinated for rabies. It's an affordable, easy vaccine that requires very little follow up.
The St. Mary's Animal Welfare League (SMAWL), in partnership with the St. Mary's County Health Department, offers low-cost rabies vaccinations, distemper vaccinations and microchipping to the public once a month.
SMAWL Rabies Clinics
These clinics also offer low cost vaccinations, call today to set up your appointment:
- Humane Society of Charles County: 301-645-8181
- Paw Prints Animal Hospital: 301-885-0263
- Well Pet Clinic in Lexington Park: 301-866-0303
- Calvert Well Pet Clinic: 443-295-7873
You can also check with your county's health department for any low-cost or free rabies clinics.
- St. Mary's Health Department: 301-475-4321
- Calvert Health Department: 410-535-3922
- Charles Health Department: 301-609-6751
World Rabies Day Information
Keeping Pets and Family Safe
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National Rock and Roll Dog Day
Come on out to TCAS on Thursday, September 22 to find a new family member and listen to some cool rock and roll music. September 22 is National Rock and Roll Dog Day, and TCAS will be celebrating by reducing our dog adoption fees to $100.
Come listen to some cool jams and find yourself a cool new friend!
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TCAS closed September 10-11
TCAS will be closed to the public
Saturday, Sept. 10 and
Sunday, Sept. 11 for staff training.
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Volunteer Help is Always Needed!
The shelter is in need of volunteers, age 14 years old and older, to assist with caring for the many animals in our facility. There are several volunteer duties offered, including walking shelter dogs, spending time with the cats, taking photos of adoptable pets, general housekeeping, washing dishes and toys, cleaning kennels, and assisting with laundry. You can volunteer as little or as much as you would like.
Volunteer paperwork must be completed and submitted in advance.
Can't come to the shelter but still want to help out?
Come out to our adoption days in the community.
The shelter staff will have animals available for adoption at various locations throughout the month. Come help get an animal adopted! Give the shelter a call to see if we will be in a neighborhood near you!
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Spay/Neuter Clinics
Every year thousands of animals find their way to Tri-County Animal Shelter. If responsible owners spayed or neutered their pet, these offspring would never come into the shelter.
The tri-county area has low cost spay/neuter clinics in each county; some even offer it for
FREE
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Getting your pet spayed or neutered can:
- Reduce the number of homeless pets killed
- Improve your pet's health
- Reduce unruly behavior
- Save on the cost of pet care
FREE or Income-Based Spay/Neuter Clinics:
Some residents that live in specific areas of the county qualify for
free
altering of their pets. From chihuahuas to pitbulls ... friendly cats and feral cats; all could be eligible for this excellent opportunity. Call the clinics listed below to see if you qualify:
- Paw Prints Animal Hospital: 301-885-0263
- Humane Society of Charles County: 301-645-8181
Other Spay/Neutering Clinics:
Call to discuss fees and schedule your appointment today!
- Calvert Well Pet Clinic: 443-295-7873
- Humane Society of Charles County: 301-645-8181
- The Well Pet Clinic: 301-866-0303
- The Spay Spot: 301-254-8151
- Paw Prints Animal Hospital: 301-885-0263
- SPOT: So. MD Spay and Neuter, Inc.: 410-562-6516 (Calvert Residents Only)
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Tags and Licensing Are Required
Keep identification tags on your pet ... it could be your pets ticket to get back home. Both dogs and cats need ID. Be sure your animals wear a collar with an ID tag, a county license, and rabies tag. Also, don't forget to microchip your animal. Keep your personal information with the microchip company up to date. These identifiers could help your neighbor return your animal to you instead of taking him to the animal shelter.
Dogs in Charles, Calvert, and St. Mary's Counties must have a county license. Cats in Charles and Calvert Counties also require a county license.
To obtain a pet license you must have a current rabies vaccine for your pet.
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Information on Licensing Your Pet
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Guidelines for Responsible Pet Ownership
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The Tri-County Animal Shelter is located at 6707 Animal Shelter Road in Hughesville. Shelter staff can be reached at 301-932-1713 or 800-903-1992.
View animals available for adoption at:
Adoption hours are Monday-Friday, Noon to 5 p.m. and
Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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