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Pets of the Week: Charcoal Gray and Baby Yogi need a home

Looking for that special pet? These two babies at the Cobb County Animal Control shelter might be the ones you're looking for.

Looking for companionship? Animals offer us unconditional love, complete loyalty and many hours of entertainment.

They give us a reason for getting up when life has thrown us a curve and offer complete support when we seek out new challenges. It's scientifically proven that the shared bond between us has substantial health benefits for both sides.

There are plenty of animals at the Cobb County Animal Control shelter ready to step up and offer companionship, with at least one for every person interested. The adoption fees are low (ranging from $30 - $40) and you'll receive a certificate for a free health exam and 20 percent discount on spay/neuter surgery with participating local veterinarians.

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Why not make the move and begin a new relationship today?

This week’s pets in the spotlight are young, affectionate, and oh, so cute – Charcoal Gray and Baby Yogi

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Charcoal Gray (real name unknown), found as a stray, was brought in but never claimed. He went up for adoption March 1. He is almost two years old, has lovely green eyes and a precious black nose. In addition to his stunning appearance, this beautiful domestic shorthair has already been neutered. It seems that Charcoal Gray is good with dogs and other cats. He had no problem with the dog that came to visit the cat room; and he was extremely curious about the cats around him – he peeked his head in their cages when his door was open. He is very affectionate, cute as a button, and gives out hugs to anyone willing to oblige him. ID No. 527935.

Baby Yogi is a mere three months old. He was turned in by his owner along with his six brothers; all of which have already been adopted. His sad eyes seem to ask “why am I all alone?” or maybe they just look sad because Baby Yogi is a Coonhound. He will be a medium sized dog with his weight topping out at about 50 lbs. The shelter attendants say he is good with kids. I can attest that he is not afraid of thunder. There came a loud thunderclap when we were outside taking his picture. He didn’t even flinch. He’s a very brave little fellow…and oh, did I mention oh, so cute. ID No. 527744.    

Animals at the shelter have only two ways out – adoption or death. If you are looking for a new furry friend, please check out the animals at the county shelter…save a life and make a life-long friend.

Check out these two sites for more animals available for adoption at the Cobb County Animal Control shelter:

www.petfinder.com/shelters/GA50.html

www.facebook.com/FOSACobb

 An Upcoming Indoor Yard Sale to Benefit Animal Rescue is being held in April

For more information visit: MostlyMutts.org

Vet Tip of the Week

Flea control is essential to your pet’s parasite control regimen.  Talk to your veterinarian about safe and effective prescription flea control.

Flea Facts:

  • The entire flea life cycle from egg to adult occurs in as few as 16 days.
  • At temperatures above 50 degrees, dormant flea eggs can hatch.
  • Fleas can lay eggs in between the cracks in your hardwood floors so vacuum regularly.
  • Exposure to Permethrin containing products either directly or indirectly, (through grooming of another treated pet) is toxic to cats.
  • Fleas can spread infectious anemia to cats.
  • Blood-loss can occur from flea infestation in young kittens, puppies, and older cats and dogs.
  • Animals can have allergies to fleas.  You may never see a flea on an allergic animal.  You will see severe itching and self-trauma from an allergic reaction to flea saliva.  As little as 1-2 flea bites can cause an allergic reaction in a sensitive pet!  

If flea infestation should occur, all animals in the household must be properly treated.  You must also treat your house by using pet-safe insecticides, thoroughly vacuuming the carpets (and between cracks in hardwoods), and washing all bedding your pet comes in contact with. 

Dr. Lori Germon is a veterinarian at Chastain Animal Clinic in Smyrna. You can find information on pet introduction and other pet topics at their website. You can also find them on Facebook.

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