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Scoop is a bi-monthly newsletter put out by the Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA
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Browse topics such as, “Why does my
dog bark so much?” and “How to re-
port animal cruelty”. Get advice about
the many wildlife issues that may
effect your neighborhood. And
read Scoop, the shelter’s bi-monthly
newsletter, now online and available
at your convenience.
Day or night the Pasadena Humane
Society will be at your finger tips. See
all the animals available for adoption,
many with detailed descriptions and
videos. Are you looking for a lost pet?
Or perhaps you found an animal and
are unsure what to do next. Visit the
site for guidance and determine your
next step.
Don’t forget to register your email ad-
dress for the latest news, personalized
updates, and event information which
can be added to your individual calen-
dar. Save time and paper and donate
or sign up for behavior classes online.
You can also download the shelter’s
Annual Report for detailed statistics,
operating expenses, and how your con-
tributions help the animals in our care.
continued on page 8
march | april 2010
Go Online & Stay in TouchLooking for reliable pet information? Want to “go green” and help the animals at the same time? The Pasadena Humane Society’s updated and expanding website allows online visitors a comprehensive look into the shelter and its programs. The new site, both modern and timely, is your source for the latest in pet-related news and information.
compassion and care for all animals
pasadena humane society & spca
pg
. 2
Every city is required to provide
animal control services for their
residents. Our seven cities have
contracted with PHS to handle
these. Many of our supporters
and many animal lovers are not
aware that PHS, through the
Field Services department,
provides excellent care for
animals at the community level.
In late August, PHS responded to an emergency call from the cities of
La Cañada and Glendale. The Station Fire threatened homes in the foothills
and residents were asked to evacuate immediately. PHS provided safe haven
for their pets and animals of different species during that time.
The Station Fire is a dramatic example what we do. But our staff maintains
mandated standards of animal care daily that are rooted in public health
concerns. For example, dogs that roam free present public safety and health
issues. When officers bring in stray dogs, they are enforcing a city’s leash
law that has curbed the spread of diseases, such as rabies. Officers are also
protecting the public from aggressive animals.
The Field Services department investigates all reports of potential animal
negligence or abuse, and rescues animals from hoarders. Our officers are first
responders and mandated reporters of elder and child abuse. In their daily
interaction with the public, and through partnerships with fire and police
departments, they have the opportunity to influence people who do not
come into the shelter. Our trained officers educate the public when possible
but enforce the law when necessary.
PHS wants its supporters to understand the scope of our work for the
animals. We encourage you to visit us and see the staff at work. When you
donate to PHS you are helping animals in our local community. Thank you
for your support. We can’t accomplish what we do without you.
For the animals,
Steve
leader of the pack
Pag E 2
The Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA is NOT part of the ASPCA. When
you donate to PHS you are helping animals here in Southern California.
The ASPCA does not distribute donations locally. Each spca in the
country is legally separate from all of the others. Donate to the Pasadena
Humane Society & SPCA and help the animals in your community
http://www.pasadenahumane.org/donate
did you know
Pag E 3
?* In 1930, the Board of Directors required all people who adopted a
dog or cat have the pet sterilized.
* Because of an increase in reported rabies cases in 1932, the city of
Pasadena enacted the first leash law. It requires owners to have their
dogs on leash and prohibits dogs from roaming stray and has con-
tinued to the present.
* In 1935, the Pasadena Humane Society asked local veterinarians to
spay and neuter dogs and cats. The average cost for the surgery
was $1.00 to neuter a male and $5.00 to spay a female.
* In 2010 you may spay or neuter your cat or dog through our low
cost SNiP program. The prices are a bit higher than in 1935, but
through spay/neuter you help us fight the tragedies caused by pet
overpopulation. Call ext. 138 for an appointment.
* Boarding for dogs has been offered at the Pasadena Humane
Society since 1936. Call ext. 125 if you want information about
this service.
* In 1936, PHS celebrated a placement rate of 22% of the 6, 411 animals
we received. Those were very hard times.
* In 2009, our placement rate for adoptable cats was 99.8% and was
98.8% for adoptable dogs. We are working hard to reach our goal of
100% placement of all adoptable animals.
* The Board of Directors resolved in 1927 never to give animals to
schools for vivisection—no matter the condition of the animal. PHS
has not waivered from that position.
pg
. 2
Skunks
wild things
Pag E 4
Although skunk spray is felt to be one of
the most offensive odors in the natural
world, a skunk must feel very harassed
before it sprays. These cute creatures
prefer to make a hasty exit and will
stamp their feet, raise their tail, hiss,
snort and charge, before they resort to
spraying. Spraying is their final defense.
During late winter months, a skunk’s
mating season, you may see territorial
males spray each other, in an effort
to secure a mate. Skunks have very
poor eyesight and only see something
that is very close or moving quickly.
If you accidentally stumble upon a
skunk, you can back away slowly to
avoid a confrontation.
Suburban yards hold plentiful resources
for local skunks. Our gardens are filled
with fruits and vegetables, insect and
rodent pests, and even pet food. Con-
venient den sites include crawl spaces
beneath homes, decks and sheds.
Homeowners can discourage skunks
from setting up their den on their prop-
erty by treating their lawns with grub
control and avoiding overwatering. Pick-
ing dropped fruit and ripe vegetables
will also help. For those people who feel
that trapping is the only solution, it is
important to avoid trapping skunks dur-
ing the spring and summer when young
are dependent upon their mother. Baby
skunks are usually born from April to
May and will begin to follow their moth-
ers after a few months.
Check out: www.pasadenahumane.org/site/Pageserver?pagename=program_wildlife for more information.
Skunks are one of four species consid-
ered primary rabies carriers. Although
a rabid skunk is very rare, if you see
one with abnormal behavior including
disorientation, unprovoked aggression
or uncharacteristic tameness, it may
be sick, so please contact local animal
control authorities.
Skunks are very common in Southern California gardens and
make no attempt to blend in with their surroundings. Their
distinctive shock of black and white fur serves as a sufficient
warning to most curious animals.
Q: My adult dog has started to have accidents on the living room carpet at
night. I show him the mess and tell him, “No” in a stern voice, but it keeps
happening. Do you have any suggestions?
A: Although housetraining accidents are often a source of frustration, pet par-
ents should resist the urge rub their pup’s nose in it. Punishment after the
fact is rarely, if ever, effective whether you are dealing with housebreaking
or attempting to correct other problem behaviors. Accidents shouldn’t be
overlooked, though. Even after one accident, communicate clearly to your
dog your expectations regarding housetraining and elimination habits. To
set them up for success, consider going back to crate training or limiting the
dog’s access to roam the home freely and unsupervised.
Q: Why does my dog always jump up
on visitors that enter my home?
A: It would seem as though you have
a very affectionate dog in your
house. Jumping is considered an
innate behavior, meaning some-
thing dogs know how to do with-
out being taught. It is always rec-
ommended that you try to break
this habit as a puppy; however it
is not impossible to break for an
adult dog. Often times something
as easy as walking into your dog
when they jump, or simply ignoring them when you come home can curb
this behavior. The easiest solution however is to contact your local trainer or
Shelter for more information.
Q: I need to take my cat to the vet, but how do I get them into the carrier?
A: Almost everyone who keeps cats or works with cats will be familiar with this
challenge. The easiest solution however, is to simply do it backwards. That’s
right! By backing the cat into the carrier, you give your pet less opportunity
to scratch, and the cat is less likely to attempt to scratch over something
they can not see coming. Once you get you cat inside make sure you reward
them with something positive so the next attempt is even easier.
For more tips and information please contact the Pasadena Humane Society & SCPA’s Behavior & Training Department at 626.792.7151 ext. 155.
Tips and Myths about Pets
Pag E 5
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behavior & training Q A
pg
. 2
The Chihuahua Express
happy tails
Pag E 6
Chihuahuas have certainly been in
the spotlight in recent years. They are
featured in movies and commercials.
Celebrities are photographed carrying
tiny “teacup” Chihuahuas in their arms
or purses. In December of last year,
they were in the spotlight for another
reason: their numbers are overwhelm-
ing shelters in California. The news
media began to report that what we
at the Pasadena Humane Society have
long known — people impulsively pur-
chase the dogs without being prepared
to care for them. When things “don’t
work out,” the dogs are turned over to
shelters. Some facilities are reporting
that Chihuahuas and Chihuahua mixes
now comprise up to 30% of their canine
population.
That has certainly been the case at the
Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA,
where they outnumber potential adopt-
ers. Some have been in our kennels,
unable to find new homes.
At the end of last year, we experienced
our usual Christmas adoption rush.
Hundreds of dogs, cats and rabbits
found new homes for the holidays. Yet
many wonderful dogs were still waiting
to be adopted.
There was adorable Lucy, who had
been relinquished because she was
afraid of other dogs. There was Molly,
who had been found with untreated
injuries, apparently from being hit by a
car. And feisty little Stillwater, who had
been returned to us not once, but twice
because his adopters “changed their
mind about having a dog.”
We knew that we could not rely on
chance or hope to find homes for these
great animals — we had to act. Our
Mobile Outreach and Rescue Coordina-
tor Kevin McManus got on the phone.
He had heard that things were different
at the Sacramento SPCA, where there
was actually a shortage of small dogs.
He asked if to ask if they could help find
homes for these dear pets. They agreed
to take all three — and eighteen more!
So on a chilly December morning just
after Christmas, PHS staff member Kev-
in and his wife (and devoted volunteer)
Karen Hanus-McManus loaded twenty-
one dogs into our van for the six-hour
drive to Sacramento. They helped the
staff there get the animals settled into
their kennels. Last we heard, all of the
dogs have found new, forever homes!
The Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA routinely works with other shelters and rescue groups to find homes for animals. Your support helps to make this possible.
On Monday, april 26, the
Pasadena Humane Soci-
ety & SPCa will host its
annual Doglegs, Birdies and Eagles Golf Benefit, to be held this year at
the angeles National
golf Club. The golf ben-
efit will include a put-
ting contest, 18-hole golf
scramble and an awards
dinner featuring live and
silent auctions. golf packages are $250 per person and include
lunch and dinner. Non-players can purchase dinner tickets
separately for $75 per person. Sponsorship opportunities are
still available.
A Helicopter Ball Drop raffle will add to
the excitement of the day. The helicop-
ter from the television show 24 will spill
buckets of golf balls over the 18th hole.
The lucky person whose ball lands in the
hole wins half of the total ball sales—up
to $10,000! If no ball lands in the hole,
the closest is worth $1,000. An addition-
al prize will be awarded to the ball that
lands farthest away from the hole.
Golf balls are priced at two for $25 each
or ten for $100. Balls can be purchased online at www.pasadenahumane.org,
by phone at 626.792.7151, ext. 167 or at the Pasadena Humane Society.
Proceeds from the golf event and the Helicopter Ball Drop help provide food,
shelter and care for the animals at the Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA.
The Chihuahua Express
event round-up
Pag E 7
11th Annual Golf Benefit to feature Helicopter Ball Drop Raffle
For more information, please call Ruben Longoria at 626.792.7151, ext. 167
Go Online & Stay in Touch, continued from page 1
Facility HoursTues, Wed, Thurs, Fri 9 am—6 pmSat 9 am—5 pmSun 11 am—5 pm
adoption HoursTues, Wed, Thurs, Fri 9 am—4 pmSat 9 am—3 pmSun 11 am—3 pm
www.pasadenahumane.org
24 hour Emergency Service please call 626.792.7151Glendale residents please call toll-free 818.240.9100
Non-profitOrganizationU.S. Postage
PaIDPasadena, Ca
Permit No. 1142361 South Raymond Avenue
Pasadena, CA 91105
The Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA
is a private, non-profit, open door,
animal welfare agency serving the
communities of Arcadia, Glendale,
La Cañada Flintridge, Pasadena,
San Marino, Sierra Madre and
South Pasadena.
For the most up to date schedule for MObILE OUTrEaCH, barkS
aND bOOkS and bEHavIOr CLaSSES, please check the website,
www.pasadenahumane.org
Dr. NICHOLaS DODMaN, bvMS WILL PrESENT 2 WOrkSHOPS
aT PHS IN MarCH The Well Adjusted Cat on March 26, and The Well
Adjusted Dog on March 27-28. To learn more and to register, visit
www.thepetdocs.com
events
Contributing to PHS is now easier than
ever with our online donation form.
With just a simple click of the mouse,
your secure and tax-deductable gift
will be put to use caring for homeless
pets and saving lives! Donations are
accepted in any amount 24 hours a day.
Visit the site often to stay in touch and see all the work being done to help the animals!