Mountain Views News          Saturday, November 21, 2015

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JUST FOR BEST FRIENDS

Mountain Views-News Saturday, November 21, 2015 


LOOKING FOR A BEST FRIEND?

THANKFUL GIVING HELPS 
KEEP THEM LIVING

Happy Tails

by Chris Leclerc

To share Thanksgiving with? Cooper is a 12-year-
old Chihuahua mix; although at 18 pounds, he is 
larger and stockier than most Chihuahuas. Cooper 
was surrendered to the shelter with his partner, 
Charlie, because their owner could no longer care 
for them. They were a bonded pair, but Charlie 
has been adopted, so Cooper no 
longer has his companion to share 
a kennel with. There is no doubt 
Cooper misses his best friend, but 
he is now paired up with a puppy, 
and the two of them get along 
well with each other, in spite of 
the difference in their ages.

 Cooper is a friendly, happy 
boy who enjoys the company of 
people. He is easy to harness, and 
walks well on leash, mindful of 
where his handler’s feet are, and 
responsive to direction. He has 
a medium energy level, and even 
enjoys a bit of running. Cooper 
seems to be a smart boy who 
knows how to “sit” for treats, 
and he’s not too old to learn new 
tricks. 

 When you come to the shelter, you will find 
Cooper at the front of his kennel, smiling and 
wagging his tail, hoping someone will take him for 
a walk, or even better, take him home. It’s always 
hard for dogs that are surrendered to the shelter 
because they have known the comforts of having 
their own home. Do you have a safe and secure 
home to offer Cooper? He deserves to have a yard to 
relax and play in and a soft, warm bed to spend the 
nights. Let’s find Cooper a home for the holidays! 
Come in to meet this sweet guy soon. He qualifies 
for our Senior discount, making his adoption fees 
very affordable.

 He currently resides at the San Gabriel Valley 
Humane Society located at 851 E. Grand Avenue 
in San Gabriel. We are located off San Gabriel 
Blvd., north of Mission and south of Las Tunas. To 
arrange a ‘Meet and Greet’ with 
Cooper, please stop by any time 
from 10:30am to 4:30pm Tuesday 
thru Sunday. 

 In celebration of ‘Adopt A Senior 
Pet Month’, his adoption fee is $39 
which includes his neuter surgery, 
a microchip, first vaccinations 
and a free wellness check-up at a 
participating veterinarian. Feel 
free to call us at (626) 286-1159 
for more information on Cooper. 
Check us out at sgvhumane.
org for more information about 
shelter services and photos of all 
our wonderful adoptable pets. 

 Celebrate the season with our 
‘Fall is for Felines’ promotion. 
All cats one year and older are 
available until November 25th for 
a $39 adoption fee. 

 2016 calendars are available at the shelter for a $10 
donation. The photos were selected among hundreds 
submitted by shelter supporters. They make great 
holiday gifts for the animal lovers on your list! If 
you would like to order a 2016 calendar on line, you 
can stop by the shelter or do so through Paypal. Go 
to the shelter website at sgvhumane.org for more 
information. 

Thanksgiving is once again upon us, reminding us of the 
many blessings we have to be grateful for. It is the season 
to share special times around the table with family and 
friends, and it is also a time to share with others who are 
less fortunate than ourselves.

 There are numerous non-profit programs that one can 
participate in to help facilitate the thankful giving process 
this time of year, not the least of which are those focused 
on helping animals. With countless precious pets locked 
up in shelters hoping to be given a second chance at life 
and certain few lucky ones who’ve temporarily escaped 
that fateful destiny through the kindness of rescues and 
foster families, there is no shortage of ways we can give to 
help animals live. Here is a list of non-profit organizations 
that offer unique and easy ways of spreading the wealth to 
help animals in need. These are groups with which I am 
personally familiar and have had positive experiences. It is 
actually the short list, as there are far too many to include 
in this small column.

 Animazonia Wildlife Foundation - 

www.animazonia.org - Located in Perris, CA, Animazonia 
provides a permanent sanctuary for big cats and other 
exotic animals rescued from threatening conditions 
in captivity or displaced from the wild. Their 2015 fall 
fundraising is officially launched ~ You can shop and 
support them at two upcoming events: Talbots - Pasadena 
, Wed. Dec. 2, 5-8 PM, 497 South Lake Ave. Pasadena, 10% 
of purchases go to Animazonia. And: Strands of Harmony 
Jewelry Sale at Pasadena Senior Center, Dec.12, 1-4PM, 
485 Holly St., Pasadena. Visit their website to learn more 
about the wonderful work they do and to make a donation, 
and Like them on Facebook for updates on their activities 
throughout the year.

 Basset Hound Rescue So. Cal. (BHRSC) - 

www.bassethoundrescuesocal.com - BHRSC’s mission 
is to offer sanctuary, healing and forever families to 
distressed, abandoned, injured or homeless hounds. 
With a dedicated team of good-hearted hound lovers, 
they succeed in placing hundreds of otherwise homeless, 
hopeless hounds in permanent caring homes each year. 
Like them on Facebook and visit their website for details 
on fostering, volunteering and donating to this awesome, 
pawsome cause.

 Companion Animal Rescue Effort (CARE) - www.
carepets.org - CARE is a “no-kill” rescue group whose 
mission is to find forever loving homes for owner-
relinquished, abandoned, abused or otherwise neglected 
puppies & dogs. Visit their website for 
heart-warming stories of successful 
adoptions they’ve facilitated and detailed 
information on how you can help through 
volunteerism or an instant cash donation.

 Gentle Barn - www.gentlebarn.org 
- Saving neglected, abused or retired 
barnyard animals while making an 
enormous impact on special needs 
children, this organization has facilities in 
various states including California (just 40 
miles north of LA). Donating to this group 
is guaranteed to reap a win-win benefit for 
both barn animals and needy kids alike! 
Visit their website for more information 
and details on how you can help.

 National Disaster Search Dog Foundation - 

www.searchdogfoundation.org - With a motto of, “From 
Rescued to Rescuer”, this group is committed to saving the 
lives of would-be shelter and otherwise euthanized dogs, 
and training them to save the lives of humans through 
their Canine Disaster Search Team program. What better 
time then now, to join them in their mission to strengthen 
disaster response in American? Their website provides all 
the details you need to get involved or make a donation. 
Also, be sure to Like them on Facebook.

 Ojai Raptor Center (ORC) - HYPERLINK “http://
www.ojairaptorcenter.org/” www.ojairaptorcenter.
org - ORC’s core goals are to rescue, rehabilitate and 
release birds of prey and other wildlife. They are equally 
dedicated to educating the public about local raptor 
species and how human intervention affects them. 
The important work they do is definitely worthy of our 
support. Visit their website and Like them on Facebook 
to learn more about how you can take part in helping 
keep our bird of prey population in a healthy balance 
with nature.

 Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue - HYPERLINK 
“http://www.donkeyrescue.org/” www.donkeyrescue.
org - With a network of rescue professionals stretching 
from coast to coast, PVDR provides rescue and 
rehabilitation services to thousands of donkeys suffering 
from abuse, neglect and abandonment throughout the 
United States. You’ll find informative videos, photos & 
text content on their website where you‘ll find it very easy 
to make a donation, and stay informed by following them 
on Facebook. One look at the faces of the darling donkeys 
they’ve saved and you will definitely want to get on board 
with supporting their worthy efforts.

 San Gabriel Valley Humane Society - 

www.sgvhumane.org - Committed to providing a 
compassionate environment for the well being of animals, 
SGVHS is focused on the care and placement of family 
pets. They offer a plethora of practical programs for 
animal lovers to take part in, including Fall is for Felines, 
Race for the Rescues, Strut Your Mutt Dog Walking Event, 
and their Help Hoppy Holiday Fund Drive. Like them on 
Facebook and see their website for details on creative ways 
you can help save thousands of kitties and canines!

 I hope you will join me in giving with a grateful heart 
this holiday season, knowing that your contribution, great 
or small, will make a difference. Love and let live!


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