People are not the only ones displaced by foreclosures

I took a trip to the Animal Control building the other day after someone told me about the increase in the amount of animals there. Not only have families had to give up their homes, but also their pets. Not all rentals allow pets and even in financial trouble, people do the right thing and offer them up for adoption. I can’t say that is true of all the animals there, because some were rescued from abandoned homes. Animals left to fend for themselves with no one to care for them. The housing situation is bad enough. These animals just want a new home.

I have two dogs of my own (one right from this shelter) and I know if my wife and daughter read this article, we will have more. So, I am begging you to spread the word and help these animals. I don’t have room for anymore. There is no more room on my bed for another dog and I am allergic to cats. I don’t need a bunny or another hamster.

If my words don’t do it for you…maybe this will…

You can contact Frederick County Animal Control at 301-600-1546 or stop by 1832 Rosemont Ave. While you are at it, fill out this application so you don’t waste any time. (don’t forget your checkbook)

Feel free to share this with others, the link, the presentation, the application…share your home with one of the many animals there too.

And by the way…if you don’t live in Frederick, I am sure this is happening at a shelter near you too.

Really… this should be the easiest fix to the Housing Crisis.

Just for the Fun of it.

My son sent me this picture of my dog yesterday. It seems like they have been watching MTV and got bored. I couldn’t stop laughing at “My Dawg” He’s such a good sport. I decided to use the magic of PhotoShop Elements to change his scene… You probably won’t find it as funny as I do…but it’s Friday, maybe you will.

After

Dog Lovers – need something to do next weekend?

The Walk-n-Wag is at Baker Park next weekend.  Great place to network with your neighbors and meet some new friends.  This event is seeking donations and your participation for Subsidized Spray/Neuter Programs, Pet Owner Education, Bereavement Counseling, Rabies and Microchip Clinics, and Pet Owner Emergency assistances.   You don’t want to use all of the support services they offer, but it’s nice to know that someone is there to help you.

The fun starts at 9 AM on June 9th for those who have not pre-registered for the walk and the actual walk starts at 10 AM.  There will be plenty of activities for everyone to enjoy whether you walk or not.  Sponsors will have tents surrounding the grounds, please thank them for thier support.  As with any benefit, gracious sponsors are a key element to it’s success.

There will be prizes for dog contest like; Silliest Pet Trick, Best tail wag, Doggie Musical Chairs, best beggar and my favorite Owner/Dog Look-A-Like contest.

You not gonna want to miss Flying Disk Championship demonstration.  Those dogs are amazing!!!

 See you there…