M A R C H | 2 0 2 1
rocking your world with our deserving animals, past & present

In this issue, we take a look at some current rescues from A-PAL and some old favorites from the ACAC shelter that had us wondering, "Will they ever get that home they deserve?" These stories prove that not only do pets from the shelter rock; so do the owners who take them home.
2021 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
JANUARY | FEBRUARY
SHELTER PETS ROCK

adopt a workout partner
adopt "the one"


MARCH | APRIL
NO LITTERING

spay & neuter awareness 
trap | neuter | release


MAY | JUNE
CATS!

whiskers & wine
TBA | JACKSON RANCHERIA
feline frenzy


JULY | AUGUST
VIVA 'VINTAGE' PETS 

adopt a senior pet


SEPTEMBER | OCTOBER
DOGS! 

adopt your MVP
paws & claws (TCWC)
TBA | AMERICAN LEGION HALL
bark in the park 
TBA | DETERT PARK | JACKSON 


NOVEMBER | DECEMBER
HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS

thanks  
bring joy to your world
santa paws
TBA | JACKSON
moving day: great news for A-PAL and TCWC
A-PAL Humane Society and Tri-County Wildlife Care have purchased the building formerly occupied by Jackson Creek Pet Bed and Breakfast (adjacent to Jackson Creek Veterinary Clinic). The facility is perfect for A-PAL and TCWC's needs ̶ 4800 square feet and functionally move-in ready. The space will be shared by the two groups, with A-PAL in the front of the building, open to the public with a cat room to view available cats and kittens and acquaintance rooms where prospective adopters can socialize with them to find their purr-fect pet. TCWC will occupy the back half of the building, where there will be plenty of room for birds and other wild critters of all sizes.

Both A-PAL and TCWC are excited to have so much space under one roof at last. Come see them in their new facility, located at 12340 Trade Center Drive, in Jackson.
meanwhile, back at the ranch...
Thomas _ "sad" to sensational

Thomas wore a sad look on his face when his owners surrendered him to Amador County Animal Control. He had been peeing all over the house, and nothing they did seemed to help.

Our awesome shelter staff saw beyond that sad kitty countenance and fell in love with his kind soul. He was taken right away to Jackson Creek Veterinary Clinic, where it was discovered Thomas had hyperthyroidism. Dr. Alli Duff put him on medication and the Community Cat team, led by Jeff Holman, made sure he got his pill twice a day. They also began coaching him to use a litter box.

It is the goal of A-PAL Humane Society volunteers to get the best homes possible for every animal they treat. Thomas went to a foster home for continued treatment after a follow-up visit revealed his condition was worsening. Dr. Alli increased his medication, and he was switched from pills to a topical so that the medication would bypass his digestive tract and he could put on some badly needed weight.

All of the work done by the Community Cat team and Thomas' foster (Kerry Mack) showed he had the makings of a good house pet as he began using a litter box again. Often, when cat misbehavior is caused by a physiological condition, it can be improved with simple veterinary treatment and individual care. Thomas staked his claim to a kitty heating pad in the spare room, and proceeded to gain weight.

A little love and patience go a long way towards healing our furry friends when they are ailing and cannot tell us what is wrong. Thomas will be getting bloodwork this month (FEB) that will let us know whether he is a candidate for surgery and, ultimately, a loving, permanent home.

If you are interested in adopting Thomas, please call Susan at 209.304.9590 to set up a meeting. He loves to be petted, and is a cuddly, kind, extraordinary cat!
Stevie the wonder cat

Stevie arrived at Amador County Animal Control & Adoption Center as a stray. He was an adorable little cat, with a fluffy black long-haired coat and four white feet ̶ anklets in front and knee socks in back. His head and face are also black, with a beautiful white collar and contrasting white whiskers and eyebrows. A look into those eyes, however, reveals that he is blind.
A-PAL and ACAC & AC staff frequently partner to care for special cats like Stevie. Andrea Fuentes at the shelter called me because she realized Stevie was an extraordinary cat who would need an extraordinary home. In addition to his blindness, he was found to have the beginnings of kidney disease but needs only a special diet ̶ no medications. He’s thought to be 12-14 years old. His blood pressure is a little high, so A-PAL is working to get it lower so he can safely have a dental before going to his new home.

As far as Stevie’s blindness is concerned, if you could not see it, you would not know it. He feels his way around the room, gently nosing objects and then remembering them. He has no trouble jumping up onto the couch and into a lap to be petted. When he is ready to come down, he stretches his paws down carefully, feeling his way to the floor.

Stevie’s adaptation to his blindness is a wonder, but he is also a wonder because of his incredibly affectionate nature. In defiance of the rough life he has led, he is a trooper and a sweetheart, stealing the hearts of all who come to visit. He shamelessly climbs to the back of the couch, perching on shoulders and rubbing his face on people whom he seems to think came only to see him.

Stevie should be up for adoption in the middle of February. If you are interested in this amazing Wonder Cat, please call Susan at 209.304.9590.
blasts from the past _"How much time do the dogs have up there?"
MOO MOO was adopted by a caring and dedicated couple in 2017, just 5 weeks short of his one-year anniversary with ACAC & AC. His new owners had seen the features, ads and pleas we had placed in hopes of reaching that perfect family, and they knew they could find room in their world for one more special addition to the two Huskies already in their pack.

Vaya con Dios, amigo. Adios!
Cowboy and "dad" (adopted 2015)
Ron flew Coco from Westover Field (Amador County) to her new home in Southern CA (adopted 2016)
pandemic news_ covid 19 sniffing dogs
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Volunteers needed
If you can help walk dogs or socialize animals, we want you! The Application for Volunteer Worker can be reviewed here. Think you're game? Come on over and fill out an original pink copy, available from the shelter. 
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