07/03/2021
As we enter Fourth of July weekend, we at City Dogs Cleveland/Cleveland Animal Care and Control need your help! The Fourth of July is traditionally the busiest time of year for shelters across the country, and unfortunately we are ALREADY FULL!
How can you help?
1) Keep your pets home!
Help us reduce the number of lost pets we take in this weekend by keeping yours safe and secure at home. Dogs may bolt after being startled by fireworks, or wander away if gates or doors are left open by visitors coming over for the cookout, and more. Keep it safe and cautious when it comes to taking your pets outside this weekend - make sure pets are on a leash at all times or securely fenced in a yard (and always monitored!)
Fireworks are scary for many pets, so make a plan now to help them get through the loudest nights. Prepare an inner room with a comfy, cave-like spot where they can retreat to feel secure. Plan to play the TV, calming music, and/or white noise. Prepared a couple frozen, stuffed yummy treats (like a kong) to help occupy them if possible.
2) Help us get lost pets home quickly!
Check NOW to make sure that your pets identification (tags and microchip) are up-to-date. It is our goal to reunite lost pets as quickly as possible with their owners, and it's so much easier to get in touch with owners when pets are wearing proper identification when found by our Animal Care and Control Officers!
If you or anyone you know loses a pet, please contact us right away. We are located at 9203 Detroit Ave and our animal control line is 216-664-3069. If you don't get someone right away, leave a voicemail as these are checked regularly. You can view all dogs we have found as strays by visit www.tinyurl.com/caccimpoundeddogs - be sure to check it often as we bring in new dogs everyday!
3) Have you been considering adoption? NOW is a great time to add a new family member!
The kennel is packed with great dogs looking for their forever homes. If you've been thinking about adopting, now is an excellent time - enjoy the rest of summer together! Our adoption counselors are happy to make recommendations on a good fit for your lifestyle. You can view all adoptable dogs at www.petango.com/cacc and set up a meet by visiting www.tinyurl.com/meetacitydog. We are going to need adopters in the coming weeks!
Thanks very much for all your support - we'd appreciate it if you spread the word!
Pictured: adoptable Rayna!