Location:
Jefferson Center
541 Luck Avenue
Roanoke, VA
This event benefits the spay/neuter efforts at the RVSPCA.
Serving lunch from 11am-1pm, supper from 4:30-7:30.
Eat in or get it to go.
Tickets: JUST $8.00
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Showing posts with label roanoke valley spca. Show all posts
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Last chance! Hop in the car NOW to support the RVSPCA Spay-Ghetti Event!
Today the RVSPCA Spay-Ghetti event lasts from 11:00 to 7:30 p.m. (Let's face it, you didn't want to cook dinner tonight anyway!)
Location:
Jefferson Center
541 Luck Avenue
Roanoke, VA
This event benefits the spay/neuter efforts at the RVSPCA.
Serving lunch from 11am-1pm, supper from 4:30-7:30.
Eat in or get it to go.
Tickets: JUST $8.00
Location:
Jefferson Center
541 Luck Avenue
Roanoke, VA
This event benefits the spay/neuter efforts at the RVSPCA.
Serving lunch from 11am-1pm, supper from 4:30-7:30.
Eat in or get it to go.
Tickets: JUST $8.00
Thursday, August 4, 2011
"Muffin" the foster pup & Muffins for Dogs
If you've followed my blog or Liked the FosterDogz Facebook page for any length of time, you know that our family members rotate the coveted responsibility ofr naming our foster dogs.
My 5 year old, Alexander, named our new little sweetie "Muffin." He didn't offer up an explanation, and we didn't ask. She's sweet, and she has chocolate chip spots all over. She looks remarkably like our last foster dog, "Oreo," but I don't think they are related.
Muffin
Muffin has a cast on her foot. I wonder sometimes what happened to her little foot. Since she is temporarily in need of "Get Well" wishes and treats, I have decided to pamper her with some homemade goodies. Tomorrow I will be making the Banana and Oat "Mutt-fins" (see link below) for my little Muffin.
I found lots of links to share for pampering your pups with muffin goodies.
Find great doggie muffin recipes here:
Thepoop.com
Dog Treat Kitchen
All-Natural-Dog-Treat.com
Pumpkin muffins
Banana and Oats "Mutt-fins"
My 5 year old, Alexander, named our new little sweetie "Muffin." He didn't offer up an explanation, and we didn't ask. She's sweet, and she has chocolate chip spots all over. She looks remarkably like our last foster dog, "Oreo," but I don't think they are related.
Muffin has a cast on her foot. I wonder sometimes what happened to her little foot. Since she is temporarily in need of "Get Well" wishes and treats, I have decided to pamper her with some homemade goodies. Tomorrow I will be making the Banana and Oat "Mutt-fins" (see link below) for my little Muffin.
I found lots of links to share for pampering your pups with muffin goodies.
Find great doggie muffin recipes here:
Thepoop.com
Dog Treat Kitchen
All-Natural-Dog-Treat.com
Pumpkin muffins
Banana and Oats "Mutt-fins"
Friday, July 22, 2011
Oreo is crate-trained! So proud of our girl
When I foster, I usually only have about two weeks with the pup.
When the pup goes back to the SPCA to be available for adoption, I want her to be as "adoptable" as possible. I am pleased to report that Oreo is now crate-trained. I open the door for her, and she runs into the crate. Crate-training a puppy is easy, especially if the pup is treat-motivated.
The most important things about crate-training are:
* The crate must always be a "happy" place for the dog
* The crate can never be used as punishment
* The crate is viewed by the pup as her "den." The crate also should be viewed by the human as the pup's "den."
* The crate is great for when you are out of the house (as long as that time is limited), or when you are sleeping. Never crate for extended periods of time.
Oreo is happy in her crate. She runs in there, gets a treat, wags her tail, and lays down for a quick nap. She is so precious!
Click this link for more information about crate training, from The Humane Society of the United States:
Crate Training a Puppy
My precious girl, "Oreo," on the patio
When the pup goes back to the SPCA to be available for adoption, I want her to be as "adoptable" as possible. I am pleased to report that Oreo is now crate-trained. I open the door for her, and she runs into the crate. Crate-training a puppy is easy, especially if the pup is treat-motivated.
The most important things about crate-training are:
* The crate must always be a "happy" place for the dog
* The crate can never be used as punishment
* The crate is viewed by the pup as her "den." The crate also should be viewed by the human as the pup's "den."
* The crate is great for when you are out of the house (as long as that time is limited), or when you are sleeping. Never crate for extended periods of time.
Oreo is happy in her crate. She runs in there, gets a treat, wags her tail, and lays down for a quick nap. She is so precious!
Click this link for more information about crate training, from The Humane Society of the United States:
Crate Training a Puppy
Friday, July 15, 2011
Sweet Oreo
Oreo's are Milk's Favorite Cookie. They are arguably the best cookie in the entire world.
Kevin and I have spent hours on the couch devouring boxes of Oreo cookies with big huge glasses of milk. If we don't pay attention to what we are doing, we can each eat a row of Oreo cookies in one sitting. They are scrumptious!
This blog is not about cookies, though.
This blog is about Foster Dog(z). Kevin and I picked up the sweetest little cookie...er, I mean, puppy...the other day. She is a beautiful black and white hound mix. She has funny little freckles on her legs and belly. She is absolutely precious!
It is Kev's turn to name the pup, and he thought long and hard about it. The rest of us chimed in with names..."How about Daisy? How about Ruby? How about Macy? HOW ABOUT PENELOPE?"
My husband was not swayed by our continuous name request chatter. Consistent with his steadfast personality, he was thorough and detailed in his thought process in this important decision.
The next day (after our poor little cookie remained nameless overnight), he announced the name mid-morning. He must have been hungry for a delicious snack. "Oreo," he said. And so she is "Oreo." Our sweet little Oreo.
Here is our foster baby:
Like Oreo Cookies on Facebook
Oreo Cookies website
Some info used was pulled straight from http://www.nabiscoworld.com/oreo/
Kevin and I have spent hours on the couch devouring boxes of Oreo cookies with big huge glasses of milk. If we don't pay attention to what we are doing, we can each eat a row of Oreo cookies in one sitting. They are scrumptious!
This blog is not about cookies, though.
This blog is about Foster Dog(z). Kevin and I picked up the sweetest little cookie...er, I mean, puppy...the other day. She is a beautiful black and white hound mix. She has funny little freckles on her legs and belly. She is absolutely precious!
It is Kev's turn to name the pup, and he thought long and hard about it. The rest of us chimed in with names..."How about Daisy? How about Ruby? How about Macy? HOW ABOUT PENELOPE?"
My husband was not swayed by our continuous name request chatter. Consistent with his steadfast personality, he was thorough and detailed in his thought process in this important decision.
The next day (after our poor little cookie remained nameless overnight), he announced the name mid-morning. He must have been hungry for a delicious snack. "Oreo," he said. And so she is "Oreo." Our sweet little Oreo.
Here is our foster baby:
Like Oreo Cookies on Facebook
Oreo Cookies website
Some info used was pulled straight from http://www.nabiscoworld.com/oreo/
Friday, July 8, 2011
Look at those eyes! Foster needed in Roanoke area
Repost from Roanoke Valley SPCA:
This little guy is about 3-4 months old, pit mix and under 20 lbs. He was seized... as part of a neglect case and to top it off the little guy had parvo. He was treated and as you can see, recovering nicely. He is shedding parvo and a home without other dogs or a home that has had parvo is ideal. He is shy, well mannered and needs some TLC. He is currently at animal control and needs a 2 week foster. If you can help, please call (540)339-9505 or email asweeney@rvspca.org. The foster coordinator doesn't always get on FB to check responses but does check vm and email.
Please call my beautiful friend, the angel Ann Marie Sweeney at Roanoke Valley SPCA, if you would like to learn more about fostering opportunities. (540) 339-9505
This little guy is about 3-4 months old, pit mix and under 20 lbs. He was seized... as part of a neglect case and to top it off the little guy had parvo. He was treated and as you can see, recovering nicely. He is shedding parvo and a home without other dogs or a home that has had parvo is ideal. He is shy, well mannered and needs some TLC. He is currently at animal control and needs a 2 week foster. If you can help, please call (540)339-9505 or email asweeney@rvspca.org. The foster coordinator doesn't always get on FB to check responses but does check vm and email.
Please call my beautiful friend, the angel Ann Marie Sweeney at Roanoke Valley SPCA, if you would like to learn more about fostering opportunities. (540) 339-9505
FosterDogz featured in The Roanoke Times SwoCo this morning
FosterDogz Blog was featured today in the SwoCo section of The Roanoke Times!
Anyone who knows me knows that I eat, sleep, drink, and breathe marketing. I am so happy that this article came out today! My wish is that at least one person in this area will read the article and be inspired to make the decision to become a pet foster parent for Roanoke Valley SPCA or his/her local shelter.
Anyone who knows me knows that I eat, sleep, drink, and breathe marketing. I am so happy that this article came out today! My wish is that at least one person in this area will read the article and be inspired to make the decision to become a pet foster parent for Roanoke Valley SPCA or his/her local shelter.
Saturday, June 18, 2011
Hip to Snip
Why Spay or Neuter your Pet? Because it is totally Hip to Snip!
Grab a seat on the "Hip to Snip Trip" on July 20!
From the RVSPCA website, information on the upcoming "Hip to Snip" trip:
The Humane Society of The United States: Why Spay/Neuter Your Pet
Roanoke Valley SPCA is on Facebook!
Grab a seat on the "Hip to Snip Trip" on July 20!
From the RVSPCA website, information on the upcoming "Hip to Snip" trip:
Is your cat's howling driving you crazy? Does your dog use any opportunity to escape the yard and run the neighborhood? Take advantage of this low cost alternative to irritating behaviors, possible health issues, and unwanted litters of puppies and kittens.
Your pet may not be broken, but he or she does need to be fixed! Jump aboard the Hip to Snip Trip and protect your dog or cat from unwanted offspring and certain types of illness. The most important thing to know about spaying and neutering is that it saves lives!
Mountain View Humane is offering transport services to its low cost spay/neuter clinic in Christiansburg from Roanoke on the third Wednesday of each month. Transport vehicle leaves from the parking lot of the RVSPCA.
Appointments are being accepted for the next transport. Call 540-339-9523 or email hiptosnip@rvspca.org for more information and/or an appointment.
The Humane Society of The United States: Why Spay/Neuter Your Pet
Roanoke Valley SPCA is on Facebook!
Friday, June 17, 2011
Now's the Time to Foster! Roanoke, Virginia
Fostering pets is one of the most rewarding experiences of my life, right up there with having children and antagonizing my husband.
The pound is full of puppies and kittens that need a 2 week home. Do you have 2 weeks to spare? RVSPCA gives you everything you need; this is only a time commitment. Call 540-339-9505 to speak to Ann Marie for more information.
www.rvspca.org
The pound is full of puppies and kittens that need a 2 week home. Do you have 2 weeks to spare? RVSPCA gives you everything you need; this is only a time commitment. Call 540-339-9505 to speak to Ann Marie for more information.
www.rvspca.org
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