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Doggy Gift Guide

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2020 has been RUFF and the last thing you need going into the holiday season is the added stress of trying to find everyone the perfect gift. While we can’t help you with what to get your uncle Ted (another pair of socks or a tie will do, right?) we CAN help take the guesswork out of finding the perfect gift for your canine companion. Keep reading for tips on...
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October 28th Hours

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The Montgomery County Animal Resource Center will be open to the public from 2:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. on Wednesday, October 28, 2020. Thank you!
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Summer Care Tips for Your Pets

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Summer is a time for both you and your pet to enjoy the sunshine and the outdoors, but this season also offers situations that can endanger your pet.  Here are some tips for pet owners in order to keep their furry friends safe this summer:
  • You may be tempted to take your pet with you in the car when you travel or run errands. During warm weather, the inside...
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Summer Car Safety for Pets

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Things are heating up…

On a warm day, the temperature in a car can exceed 120° in a matter of minutes – even with the windows partially open and parked in the shade, your pet can quickly suffer from heatstroke, brain damage, suffocation, or worse. ...
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Summer Car Safety for Pets

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Things are heating up...

On a warm day, the temperature in a car can exceed 120° in a matter of minutes – even with the windows partially open and parked in the shade, your pet can quickly suffer from heatstroke, brain damage, suffocation, or worse.
Outside Air Temperature (F)
70 75
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Keep Your Pets Safe This Fourth of July

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Independence Day is a great time to celebrate our country’s independence, but it’s important to keep our furry family members in mind while we celebrate. When grilling out in the backyard or attending festivals or other public events, it may be tempting to bring a pet along, but some food and activities can be hazardous to our pets.
  • Loud noises from fireworks are scary for pets. Pets taken to a...
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Community Update with Statistics from April 2020

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In April 2020…

  • We had a 90.7% live release rate
  • 67 dogs and puppies found forever homes
  • 25 pets were spayed or neutered
  • Our officers returned 15 lost pets to their owners
  • Rescue partners helped rehome 16 dogs
  • We’ve completed 93% (162 items) of the Team Shelter USA recommendations and are in the process of completing the...
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Community Update with Statistics from March 2020

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In March 2020…

  • We had a 89.6% live release rate
  • 152 dogs and puppies found forever homes
  • 154 pets were spayed or neutered
  • Our officers returned 70 lost pets to their owners
  • Rescue partners helped rehome 29 dogs
  • We’ve completed 93% (162 items) of the Team Shelter USA recommendations and are in the process of completing the...
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Community Update with Statistics from February 2020

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In February 2020…

  • We had a 87.1% live release rate
  • 133 dogs and puppies found forever homes
  • 138 pets were spayed or neutered
  • Our officers returned 87 lost pets to their owners
  • Rescue partners helped rehome 35 dogs
  • We’ve completed 93% (162 items) of the Team Shelter USA recommendations and are in the process of completing the...
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Community update with statistics from January 2020

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In January 2020…

  • We had a 93.1% live release rate
  • 171 dogs and puppies found forever homes
  • 155 pets were spayed or neutered
  • Our officers returned 94 lost pets to their owners
  • Rescue partners helped rehome 43 dogs
  • We’ve completed 93% (162 items) of the Team Shelter USA recommendations and are in the process of completing the...
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