Monthly Archives: May 2011

TOP TEN CHECKLIST FOR ADOPTING A CAT

Danielle

If you’re thinking about adopting a cat, consider taking home two.  Most pets enjoy the companionship of other pets. Find a cat whose personality meches with yours. Pick out a veterinarian ahead of time and schedule a visit within the first few days following the…

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Celebrate “Adopt a Shelter Cat Month”

adopt a shelter cat banner

CCHS is Celebrating our feline friends! June is ADOPT-A-SHELTER-CAT MONTHFind a Kindred Spirit…Adopt a Shelter Cat!  Come June, the Copper Country Humane Society is teeming with cats! Wacky kittens, adventuresome adolescents, captivating young adults, and mature hedonistic comfort-seekers…cats of all ages and personality types await the perfect…

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Tips to Care for Your Pet if Something Happened to You?

Erika

What if something happened and you were unable to care for your pets or communicate with others? Many of us believe that our close friends and family will know what to do. Have you ever told them, or written “care instructions” for them? Pets often…

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Low Cost Adoption Option for Senior Citizens

Senior pet photo

Pets and the elderly have a lot to give to each other. Research and experience has shown that animals and older people can share their time and affection, and ultimately, full and happy lives. Though pets can’t  replace human relationships for  seniors, they can certainly…

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Pet First Aid Kit

pup in cast

We all hope they never happen, but are you prepared in the event of an accident or illness.?  All emergencies are stressful, but if you are prepared it can make a difficult situation go a  little smoother. 1. What is your vet’s policy in regard to…

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Third Times a Charm for Miss “Lucy Loops”

Michelle and Brian with their pack

I’m Lucy (my nickname is “Lucy Loops”).  I am two years old.  When I was little my owners couldn’t keep me, so I was given to someone else until I could find a forever home.  I stayed there a while.  Then, someone decided to adopt…

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