11 06, 2012

We’re deep in kitten season…

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…and our local shelters are working hard to get the kittens (and adult cats!) out of the cages and into homes.

This coming Saturday, June 16, visit the Kitty Karnival at Portsmouth Humane Society, 4022 Seaboard Ct., Portsmouth, VA 23701, from 12:00pm-5:00pm:

Join us for a kitty karnival extravaganza!! More than 30 cuddly, lovable kittens are waiting for their forever home at a 50% reduced adoption fee ($25). This fun day will include facepainting, candy, popcorn, games and a kitten fashion show at 1 & 3pm. Bring your kids to enjoy the day!!

June 21-24 is Kitty Palooza at Norfolk Animal Care and Adoption Center. Event hours are during regular adoption hours:

It’s that time of year again! Join us for our first signature adoption event of the year. Get a new feline friend at a significant discount, or double the love with our 2-for-1 special at an even better price!

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There are lots of kittens for adoption, but don’t forget the adult cats who want furr-ever homes, too. Make a good match by considering what you want from your new feline friend. Cats over 9 months of age at NACC are assessed with the ASPCA’s Feline-ality™ program. Do you want a cat who loves playtime and meeting new people? Look for a green cat. Do you prefer quiet nights and calm days? A purple kitty will prefer you. Read more about the Feline-alities™ here.

Visit the Waggin’ Tales blog for weekly compilations of adoption and other animal-related events and news.

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15 05, 2012

Spay/Neuter Assistance from PHS

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Portsmouth Humane Society is offering spay/neuter assistance for Portsmouth residents.

Residents of Craddock, Prentis Park, and Lincoln Park, or residents receiving Government aid may qualify for FREE spay/neuter for large dogs. Please see their website for more information about requirements.

PHS is also working with PETA’s SNiP van to provide extremely economical spay and neuter surgeries. Residents can pay just $40 for dogs under 50 pounds and $25 for cats. For more information about costs and scheduling, visit the PHS website.

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2 03, 2012

TNR coverage on WVEC

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Norfolk considers controversial proposal to control feral cats

Christie Chipps Peters of the Portsmouth Humane Society addresses the notion of “controversy” in the story well: “It’s a problem that’s already there and I think that we’re just being able to provide a solution,” she added, “I don’t understand the controversy. to me it’s black and white. you save a life or you don’t.”

Thanks to Norfolk City Council member Tommy Smigiel for voicing his support.

Part of the video segment is filmed at the Lambert’s Point colony near Tortilla West.

Sharon Adams of the Virginia Beach SPCA argues that a TNR effort by the city of Norfolk may encourage residents to abandon their cats That already happens. Residents abandon their dogs, too. Adams also makes the specious argument that feral cats die violent deaths, such as being hit by cars or shot by BB guns. That does happen, as it does to “owned” cats who are allowed to roam.

Ultimately, more TNR support and action would lead to a decrease in the overall population of free-roaming cats and the subsequent intake of these cats by Animal Control.

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