Pets

Camp Woof to host vaccination clinic

Submitted by Beth Sawicki, Where U Live Producer

Wednesday, May 15th, 2013, 9:29am

NORCROSS, Ga. -- The Georgia SPCA will hold a low-cost vaccination clinic for pet owners this weekend.

The clinic will be Saturday, May 18 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Camp Woof in Norcross.

Rabies, distemper and bordetella shots will be only $10 each. Heartworm testing for dogs and microchipping for all pets will be $25.

Camp Woof is located at 4590 Buford Highway.

Visit georgiaspca.org for more information.

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Gwinnett Police name new animal welfare manager

Submitted by Beth Sawicki, Where U Live Producer

Monday, April 1st, 2013, 3:10pm

Gwinnett Police name new animal welfare manager

LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. -- Charles "Chip" Moore has been appointed manager of Animal Welfare and Enforcement Section of the Gwinnett County Police Department.

Police Chief Charles Walters chose Moore for the job after conducting two nationwide searches. Moore's first day in his new role was Mar. 30.

The job won't be too difficult for Moore to fill -- prior to his appointment, he was serving as interim manager.

"Over the last 13 months, Chip has exhibited the highest quality leadership and concern for the needs of Gwinnett County citizens and employees of the shelter," Walters said in a statement. "His appointment is a key factor in the continual improvement of the Animal Welfare and Enforcement Section."

Under Moore's temporary leadership, the county's animal volunteer program grew, and Gwinnett saw an increase in adoption rates and decrease in euthanasia rates.

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Animal shelter needs volunteers

Submitted by Beth Sawicki, Where U Live Producer

Friday, January 18th, 2013, 1:25pm

LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. -- The Gwinnett County Animal Shelter has recently taken in several pets and needs volunteers to help care for the new additions.

Volunteers will help in a number of ways, including walking dogs, handling cats, cleaning and sanitizing, working at fundraisers, and helping potential owners bond with the pets they choose.

Anyone who's interested in working at the shelter must be at least 18 years old and pass a background check.

The Gwinnett County Animal Shelter is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday.

Contact Christina Schiralli at 770-513-5506 or policevolunteers@gwinnettcounty.com for more information.

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Family members with four legs to have pictures with Santa

Submitted by Holly Pennebaker, Community Web Producer

Tuesday, December 4th, 2012, 2:18pm

Family members with four legs to have pictures with Santa

LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. -- The Gwinnett County Animal Welfare and Enforcement Shelter is offering an opportunity for pets during the holidays.

On December 15, from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., pets can have their photos taken with Santa, as well as animal cookies. Pet owners can join their animals in the photo. There will be cookies and hot chocolate available.

Appointments can be made by calling the shelter at (770) 339-3200. An 8"X10" photo costs $10, and a CD Rom costs $5. All proceeds benefit the shelter and efforts to help animals.

Along with the photography event, the shelter is promoting adoptions through December 25, by offering a discounted spay/neuter fee of $30.

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Protect Your Kids and Pets from Summer Heat

Submitted by traceychristensen on Saturday, June 23rd, 7:18 am

Summer in the south is officially here! With rising temperatures, it is important to take steps to protect those around us who might be vulnerable to the heat, like our children and pets.

Did you know that we lose heat by sweating? Water literally evaporates into the atmosphere and sucks the heat out of our bodies. Children produce even more heat than adults. This is because they have more body surface for their height. Children are also closer to the ground – and to hot pavement. They can easily become dehydrated or overheated.

Here are some tips to keep your children and pets safe in the heat.

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Georgia SPCA Wants to Honor the Animal Hero in Your Life!

Submitted by thebluebirdpatch.com, Liza Cardona

Monday, June 18th, 2012, 2:01pm

Georgia SPCA Wants to Honor the Animal Hero in Your Life!

Saturday, June 23 - 11:00 to 4:00

Do you own or know a service, therapy, military or otherwise heroic pet?

Tell us why your pet is a hero and you'll receive a free professional photograph to keep

and share with your family and friends. Bring a written story about your animal hero when you come for the photo session, and the story and photo will be posted on our website and in a special album on our Facebook page.