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CAL’S COMMENTS

ADJUSTED SERVICES/AVAILABILITY DUE TO ADOPTION KENNEL REPAIR
From Tuesday, January 8th to Wednesday, January 31st, the Animal Services lobby may be closed to walk-ins from the public due to the construction and replacement of the dog adoption kennels. However, we are open by appointment. Staff will be available by ...

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Santa Paws is Coming to Town!
Santa Paws is Back! Please join us for Santa Paws 2023: Saturday, December 9, from 3 pm - 7 pm Sunday, December 10, from 11 am - 3 pm The cost is only $20 (tax included) for a CD with at least 5 digital photos. Reservations are HIGHLY recommended! ...

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SCAM ALERT
We have received calls from multiple people letting us know that within the past hour, they received a call from scammers pretending to be one of our Officers stating they found an injured animal and took in to "our" vet and need $$$ to pay for ...

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Craft for Shelter Pets Day
Craft For Shelter Pets Day Sat, July 29 from Noon - 4 pm at Animal Services Come join us at Craft For Animals Day! We'll have fleece to make tugs for dogs and cats. Make one for a shelter pet and take one home for your own pet. This is a FREE event ...

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Empty the Shelter Adoption Event
Joint Animal Services is part of 280+ shelters participating in Empty the Shelters – Fall National Event BISSELL Pet Foundation is hosting its “Empty the Shelters” adoption event July 21 - 22, 2023, an effort that has helped 117,615 pets find ...

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National Adoption Weekend June 30 – July 1
Joint Animal Services is partnering with Best Friends Animal Society to offer REDUCED Adoption Fees June 30-July 2 Olympia, WA (June 26, 2023) –   Joint Animal Services is partnering with Best Friends Animal Society, a leading animal welfare ...

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Update on Shelter Reopening
Thank you for your continued patience as we work through a major plumbing repair. This repair was crucial to the continued operations and care of the animals at the shelter. Our new flooring went in today (April 4,) but they can't reinstall the ...

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UPDATED: REOPENING AFTER REPAIR
Thank you for your continued patience as we work through a major plumbing repair. This repair was crucial to the continued operations and care of the animals at the shelter. We anticipate returning to full services on Wednesday, March 29th.  However, ...

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UPDATED: ADJUSTED SERVICES AND AVAILABILITY DUE TO SEWER REPAIR
Due to issues with the sewer repair, the Joint Animal Services lobby will be closed through March 27th. Staff will be available by email (shelter@JointAnimalServices.org) and voicemail (360-352-2510) during normal operating hours Tue-Fri 9-5:30 and Sat ...

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ADJUSTED SERVICES AND AVAILABILITY DUE TO SEWER REPAIR
Tuesday, March 14th through Saturday, March 18th the Animal Services lobby will be closed to the public due to construction and sewer repair. Staff will be available by email (shelter@JointAnimalServices.org) and voicemail (360-352-2510) during normal ...

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Bissell Pet Foundation Empty the Shelter Event
Joint Animal Services is part of 280+ shelters participating in Empty the Shelters – Fall National Event BISSELL Pet Foundation is hosting its fall “Empty the Shelters” adoption event Oct. 7 – 8, 2022, an effort that has helped 117,615 pets find ...

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Keeping Pets Safe During Hot Weather
We're in for our first stretch of hot weather and most of our pets aren't acclimated.  Here are some tips to keep them safe: - DON’T LEAVE THEM IN YOUR VEHICLE - Make sure they have access to shade and plenty of fresh, cool water - ...

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BISSELL Pet Foundation Brings Holiday Hope to Shelter Pets Across the Country
Joint Animal Services part of 200+ shelters participating in “Empty the Shelters – Holiday Hope” event BISSELL Pet Foundation is bringing hope to shelter pets across the country this holiday season with its “Empty the Shelters – Holiday Hope” adoption ...

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New Phones
Joint Animal Services - On Monday, August 23rd our phone system is undergoing a system upgrade and maintenance. Our phone lines will be down for a few hours and you will be unable to reach staff at the shelter. If this is an emergency please call ...

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Licensing your pet has never been easier!
Did you know ... licensing your dog and/or cat is required in Lacey, Olympia, and Tumwater? And, Thurston County requires only dogs to be licensed? Licensing your pet is the first step in getting them home, if they ever get lost. And, now it’s easier ...

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Pet Friendly Yards and Gardens
For many people, this beautiful weather means it’s time to get our yards and gardens in order.  Unfortunately, from plants to fertilizers to mulches, our yards are full of hazards for our pets.  Before you plant your garden or spring flowers, please ...

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Modified Hours
Animal Services is very excited to announce that we are getting new shelter software!  There are many great features that we are looking forward to sharing with you over the upcoming months. We will have the following modified hours to allow staff ...

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Thank You
As the year comes to a close, we have been busy at Joint Animal Services. 2020 was an unprecedented year, giving us the opportunity to pivot and redefine services in light of COVID-19. Our shelter is bustling with lost and abandoned animals; pets are ...

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CLOSED WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17TH
We will be closed to the public on Wednesday, June 17th for an all day staff training. We will resume services by appointment on Thursday, June 18th. Thank you for your patience.

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UPDATED: Adjusted Services and Availability due to COVID-19
It’s hard to believe we are past the two-month mark since we at Joint Animal Services and many other organizations, had to make the difficult decision to close our doors to the general public and learn how to navigate a world with COVID-19. I have ...

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ADJUSTED SERVICES AND AVAILABILITY DUE TO COVID-19 Post #2
It is our sincerest hope that you are caring for yourselves—physically, mentally, and emotionally. May your pets be a source of comfort during these turbulent times. Our team is showing up, standing up to each day’s challenges, and ensuring the ...

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Adjusted Services and Availability Due to COVID-19
In light of new developments regarding COVID-19, Animal Services (AS) has made the decision to close to the public until March 31 to support community efforts to reduce the spread of infection. This announcement comes as the shelter monitors new ...

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Pets and COVID-19
COVID-19 and Humans This is a rapidly evolving situation and we encourage you to regularly consult the websites of the CDC and the Thurston County Public Health Department for information about local impacts of COVID-19 on humans and guidance for ...

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Closed for Presidents Day
We will be closed Saturday, February 15th in observance of Presidents Day.  We will reopen on Tuesday February 18th at 9:30 am.

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Partial Closing for City Event Jan 24th
Animal Services will be closed from 11 am - 1:45 pm on Friday, January 24th for a City Event.  Adoptions will stop at 10:30 am and resume when we reopen.

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We will be closed Saturday, January 18th.
We will be closed January 18th in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.  We will reopen on January 21st at 9:30 am.

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Adoption Rooms Closed January 16th
Our Adoption Rooms will be closed Thursday January 16th, but we will be open for all other services.

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Staff Training Closure January 8th
Due to a staff training event, Animal Services will be closing Wednesday, January 8th from 2:30 pm until closing. Adoptions will stop at 2:00 pm and resume at 9:30 am on January 9th. While we are closed, our receiving kennels will be available for ...

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Holiday Closures
Animal Services will be closing at 1:30 pm on December 24th and closed all day December 25th.  We will reopen at 9:30 am on December 26th.

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Thanksgiving closure Nov. 28th and 29th
Animal Services will be closed November 28th and 29th in observance of Thanksgiving.  We will reopen on Saturday November 30th at 9:30 am. If your pet is here, you can leave a message (360-352-2510) and we can call you back when we reopen. Be ...

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Santa Paws is Coming!
SANTA PAWS IS COMING TO TOWN!! Have your pet's picture taken with Santa! It's the perfect time to get your family holiday portrait taken at Animal Services. Create festive memories while helping your local animal shelter! Bring your loved ones for ...

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Closed in Observance of Veterans Day
In observance of Veterans Day, we will be closed Saturday, Nov. 9th - Monday, Nov. 11th. Stray Animals can be placed in the receiving kennels (on the right side of the building) while we're closed. If you have an animal emergency, or need to ...

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Microchip Clinic Success!
Thank you to everyone who attended our microchip clinic.  The clinic was a big success, with 45 dogs and cats getting microchipped.  A special thanks to Dr. Michelle Ward, of Olympia Veterinary Specialists, for filling in at the last minute and for ...

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Low-Cost Microchip Clinic Sept. 8th

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Closed For Independence Day
We will close at 5:30 pm on July 3rd and reopen at 9:30 am on July 5th.  While we are closed, there will be an officer who can help you reclaim a lost pet if not responding to other calls up to 5:30 pm. Animals that come into the shelter after 5:30 pm ...

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Microchip Clinic Wednesday, May 29th!
Animal Services is holding a low-cost microchip clinic at the Shelter!  If you have dogs or cats and live in Lacey, Olympia, Tumwater, or unincorporated Thurston County, this clinic is for you! Wednesday, May 29th from 6 - 7:30 pm $10† for dog ...

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Event Closure for Thursday, March 7th 2019
We will be closing at 4:30 pm on Thursday, March 7th 2019 for an event. Adoptions will stop at 4:00 pm. We will re-open again on Friday, March 8th at 9:30 am.

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Weather Update
We are currently open, but running on short staff and a generator due to the weather. Our tracker/plow is iced in, so the parking lot is not plowed. Please stay safe out there!

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Martin Luther King Jr. Day Closure
Animal Services will be closed January 19th through January 21st for observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.  We will reopen January 22nd at our normal times.

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Staff Event Closure January 8th
Due to a staff training event, Animal Services will be closing Wednesday, January 8th from 2:30 pm until closing. Adoptions will stop at 2:00 pm and resume at 9:30 am on January 9th. While we are closed, our receiving kennels will be available for ...

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Event Closing
Due to an event, Animal Services will be closed Friday, September 21st, from 12:00 pm-2:30 pm. Adoptions will stop at 11:30 am and resume when we reopen at 2:30 pm. While we are closed, our receiving kennels will be available for stray animals. If you ...

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Credit Card Processing is back online! September 6th
We are now able to accept debit and credit cards

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We are unable to process Credit Cards Today! 09-04-2018
Due to a computer glitch our credit card processors are down.  We are unable to process any debit/credit payments at this time.  We are hopeful to have this working again quickly.

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Wildfire Smoke and Animals
  Our animals can also be affected by the wildfire smoke. "As irritating as smoke can be to people, it can cause health problems for animals as well. Smoke from wildfires and other large blazes affects pets, horses, livestock and ...

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Late Opening on Thursday, June 28
Due to a training, Animal Services will open late on Thursday, June 28. We will be opening at 11am. (We are available by phone from 8-9:15am.) Stray animals can be placed in the receiving kennels (on the right side of the building) while we’re closed. ...

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We will be closed May 25th from 9:30am to 3:00pm due to technical difficulties.
We will still be answering phones and our animal receiving lobby will be open.

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Closing for Training
Due to a staff training, Animal Services will be closed Wednesday, March 7, from 11:30-2:45 pm. Adoptions will stop at 11:00 am and resume when we reopen at 2:45 pm. While we are closed, our receiving kennels will be available for stray animals. ...

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We Are Back Open!
We will be open Saturday 1/20/18 for adopting out and receiving dogs.  We have worked with experts at a veterinary university for guidance and testing.  After test results came back today we believe that the ill dog was an isolated case.

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We are not accepting dogs at this time.
We are currently unable to take in dogs at this time.  We had a dog that was confirmed to have a contagious infection and more tests are pending.  We are under a 14 day quarantine for dogs currently at the shelter.  We are working on finding other ...

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Protecting your dog’s pads from hot pavement
The Dog Days of Summer are in full swing which means added precautions are necessary to protect our canine friends.  All responsible dog owners know to bring extra water to keep pets hydrated in the summer heat but a lot of us don’t think about how ...

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Leash the ones you love
Now that warm weather and longer days have returned, it’s time to think outside our homes.  Most dogs love to go on walks and it’s good for them.  If you aren’t in a park that is posted “off leash,” your dogs should be on a leash.   It protects them from ...

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SNAP Plant Sale Fundraiser
SNAP is having their annual Plant Sale Fundraiser this Saturday, May 27th in our front parking lot.  All proceeds go to spaying and neutering dogs and cats in Thurston county. This is for one day only so come on down and get some good plants at ...

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Microchip Clinics
Animal Services is holding 2 low-cost microchip clinics at the Shelter!  If you have pets and live in Lacey, Olympia, Tumwater, or unincorporated Thurston County, these clinics are for you! Thursday, June 29 from 6-7:30pm Wednesday, September 13 from ...

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Dog Jumping at Leaves
Thank you to all our terrific supporters!
We are grateful each and every day for our staff, volunteers, community members and businesses that support our mission, and the media that promote our message.  What better time of year than this to say “THANK YOU” for all they do.  We wish everyone a ...

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Thank you, Veterans.
Animal Services will be closed on Friday, November 11, 2016, in observance of Veterans Day.  Information about animals that come into the shelter after 5:30 Thursday night will be posted on our front windows.  They will also be listed on the Lost Pet ...

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Santa Paws is coming!
Have your pet's picture taken with Santa! Animal Services, 3120 Martin Way, Olympia, WA Saturday, December 3rd from 3pm to 7pm Sunday, December 4th from 10am to 2pm. Cost is $20 for a CD with 5 photos Reservations are recommended.  Call ...

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Happy Halloween!
Cal is ready for trick-or-treaters, are you? Check out these great tips for keeping the little ghouls and your pets safe.

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A dog meets a boy after school
Back To School!
You adopted a pet this summer and had a great time spending hours playing with your new furry family member. But now the days are getting shorter and the kids are headed back to school, leaving less time to go for walks or to cuddle on the couch. ...

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Summer, Plants and Pets
Like us, many of our pets spend more time outside when the weather is nice.  It’s important to know that many common outdoor flowers, plants, and shrubs may be harmful to our pets if they ingest any of the leaves or other parts of the plants.  At the top ...

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Immunization Awareness Month!
August is National Immunization Awareness Month, so we want to take this opportunity to remind you that pets need vaccinations, too! In addition to their annual wellness exam, our pets need to be vaccinated against specific diseases that can seriously ...

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July 4th Pet Safety Tips
 

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microchipping clinic
Microchipping clinic
Update:  The clinic was a big success, with about 60 dogs and cats getting microchipped and licensed.  A special thanks to Dr. Bruce Bell for performing the chipping and to all the volunteers who made the clinic run so smoothly! Animal Services is ...

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June is Adopt a Shelter Cat Month
June brings sunny skies, lazy school-free days...and kittens! Have you been thinking of adopting a cat?  Now is a great time!  Maybe adopt two together so they have someone to be "catty" with. Not able to adopt a cat, but would like to help?  ...

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golden retriever
National Dog Bite Prevention Week®
70​ million nice dogs…but any dog can bite National Dog Bite Prevention Week takes place during the third full week of May each year, and focuses on educating people about preventing dog bites. The dates in 2016 are May 15-21. With an estimated ...

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chip your pet
May is microchip your pet month!
Animal Services has been microchipping pets for adoption since 1992.  Chips are a great way to provide backup identification to pet licenses and we highly recommend the practice.  Many veterinarians provide microchipping for pets, so check with your ...

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Our volunteers are awesome!
Please join us in thanking all our AMAZING volunteers as we celebrate their commitment during National Volunteer Week.  Without their hard work, enthusiasm and dedication, we would not be able to care for the thousands of animals that come through our ...

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breaking news
Suspect arrested!
Suspect is in custody in the brutal rape and murder of a dog known as “Justice” BREAKING:  April 9, 2016 A suspect was arrested today in Grays Harbor County, for the March brutal sexual assault and murder of a dog known as “Justice”. The suspect is ...

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Toxic algae advisory
THURSTON COUNTY NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  Thursday, April 07, 2016 Contact: Jane Mountjoy-Venning, Thurston County Environmental Health Division, (360) 867-2643 or venninj@co.thurston.wa.us Art Starry, Thurston County Environmental Health ...

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Pet first aid
You probably have a good idea of what to do if a person in your home needs first aid, but have you thought about what you would do if your pet needed first aid? Choking, heat stroke, poisoning, and allergic reactions are all potentially ...

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Roof Over Rover
A pet's fur will help keep it warm, but only if it's dry--a dog house with a solid roof and the door facing away from the winds provides better protection. Since the summer of 2005, Animal Services has offered “Roof Over Rover.”  Using donated dog ...

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Daylight Saving Time
This Sunday at 2 am, we set our clocks forward an hour, forcing us to rise an hour earlier.  Love it or hate it, it's coming. Pets are affected by DST just as we humans are.  They might not be quite ready for their bathroom and feeding routine so ...

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Take care of your champion’s chompers!
A pet's bad breath may be a sign of serious health problems. To address the significance of oral health care for pets, the AVMA (American Veterinary Medical Association) sponsors National Pet Dental Health Month every February. Click HERE to learn more ...

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Rescue dogs from out of state
Washington as rescue dog magnet state By Joe Baker, DVM Washington State Veterinarian Looking to spend time with a loving rescue dog, perhaps as a long-promised gift to yourself or family this holiday season? If a rescue dog is on your gift list, be ...

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A truly happy holiday!
YIPPEE - it's been a great week for the animals! All of our adoptable cats and kittens have found their forever homes so our Cat Adoption room is empty on Christmas Eve!!!  Our Bunny room is also empty since all three were adopted yesterday!  We still ...

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kitten in tree
Holiday Do’s and Don’ts
With numerous holidays being celebrated from November through January, many family traditions and rituals include decorations and lots of new objects for your loving pets to get into. Following are some Do’s and Don’ts we hope will help keep everyone ...

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Create a Giving Tree and help the animals
Looking for something new and fun to do at work this holiday season?  Consider creating a Giving Tree!  Our ornaments feature pets from our shelter on one side, and an item we need printed on the other side.  Simply decorate the tree, including these ...

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Thanksgiving
Happy Thanksgiving!
Thank you for all your support this past year!

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Santa Paws is coming!

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Your clutter equals cash!
Value Village offers a great way to get ready for the holidays and help out our community's homeless pets!

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Cockfighting operation busted!
In April 2014, Animal Services was asked by the Washington State Gambling Commission to assist with their multi-agency warrant in response to neighbors' complaints about an alleged cockfighting operation.  Upon arriving at the Rochester residence, ...

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Kitty Versus Bread Box
Who can't help but laugh at this silly kitty! Adopt a cat to get joy for many years. CLICK HERE to adopt one of our sweet girls!

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Animal abuser convicted of cruelty!
In October of 2013, a 12-year old Yorkie arrived at a veterinarian’s office with a broken back. The injuries were extensive and the dog was suffering, so the poor little guy was euthanized. What had happened? The owner explained that during a fight, her ...

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Check out our new website!
We are so excited about our new website and hope you enjoy it too! Feel free to poke around, explore the pages and read Cal’s new blog. We’re still working out a few bugs, so we appreciate your patience.

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Dog Jumping at Leaves
Get ready for Fall!
Autumn! That glorious in-between season with trees shedding gold and red, dewy mornings and crisp, campfire-scented evenings. It's also the perfect time to start preparing for winter. Instead of waiting for the rains to start and a cold snap to sneak up ...

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June Episode: Best Friend’s
If you've missed the June airing of best friends, you can see it right here on our new website!

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A dog having a microchip implant
Microchipping your Pet
Animal Services has been microchipping pets for adoption since 1992. Chips are a great way to provide backup identification to pet licenses and we highly recommend the practice. Many veterinarians provide microchipping for pets, so check with your vet. ...

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