National Pet Week

 May 5th-11th 2013

Have you considered adoption?

We are pleased to work with Johnson County humane Society by rabies vaccinating, heartworm testing, performing spay/neuter surgeries and tending to sick animals when the need arises.

Pictured: Veterinary Technician Jennifer with "Phoebe"

Johnson County Humane Society is a non-profit organization made up of a group of volunteers from Johnson, Tarrant & Parker counties in Texas.  

Contact for information on adoptions and fostering:

Johnson County Humane SocietyPO Box 1991

Cleburne, TX 76033

817-517-5111

Email: jchspets@gmail.com

 

 

Available animals for adoption can be found on petfinder.

What do you need to consider for before adopting a pet?

Whatever dog breed you decide to get, make sure that it fits into your overall lifestyle. This is a big decision and should not be taken lightly. Take your time and do your research to make sure the breed you choose will be a good fit for you and for the dog.

1. Do you you have small children?
2. What size dog would you prefer?
3. Can you deal with a dog that sheds or needs to be groomed often?
4. How much time can you devote to exercising your dog?
5. What is your lifestyle like? Are you an outdoors type of person/family? Or, are you more of a couch potato?
6. Will your dog be an inside or outside dog?
7. Will the dog be living with other animals?
8. Is affordability an issue?
9. What kind of climate do you live in?
10. Will your dog be left alone for long periods each day?

*Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/4763034

 

 Responsible Pet Ownership

Owning a pet is a privilege, but the benefits of pet ownership come with responsibilities.

Be a Responsible Pet Owner:

1. Commit
   • Avoid impulsive decisions when selecting a pet.
   • Select a pet that's suited to your home and lifestyle.
   • Keep only the type and number of pets for which you can provide appropriate food, water, shelter, health care and companionship.
   • Commit to the relationship for the life of your pet(s).
   • Provide appropriate exercise and mental stimulation.
   • Properly socialize and train your pet.
2. Invest
   • Recognize that pet ownership requires an investment of time and money.
   • Make sure your pet receives preventive health care (vaccinations, parasite control, etc.), as well as care for any illnesses or injuries.
   • Budget for potential emergencies.
3. Obey
   • Clean up after your pet.
   • Obey all local ordinances, including licensing, leash requirements and noise control.
   • Don't allow your pet to stray or become feral.
4. Identify
   • Make sure your pet is properly identified (i.e., tags, microchips, or tattoos) and keep its registration up-to-date.
5. Limit
   • Don't contribute to our nation's pet overpopulation problem: limit your pet's reproduction through spay/neuter, containment or managed breeding.
6. Prepare
   • Prepare for an emergency or disaster, including assembling an evacuation kit.
   • Make alternate arrangements if you can no longer provide care for your pet.
   • Recognize any decline in your pet's quality of life and make timely decisions in consultation with a veterinarian.

*https://www.avma.org/public/PetCare/Pages/responsible-pet-ownership.aspx