Fundraisers

Chicken and Noodle Luncheon, $7.00
Friendship Manor, Lincoln
February 4, 2012, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Bake Sale and Sweetheart Basket raffle, $1 each or 6 for $5.00. Lots of great goodies for you and your sweetheart!

2012 calendars are here!! These great calendars would make an excellent Christmas present for everyone on your list for the reasonable price of $12.00. Contact Kelly Kale at 217-735-2105 or blacklabbuster@gmail.com  
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With winter time upon us it is important to keep our pets' comfort in mind. Animals wear a fur coat every day but they are still susceptible to frost bite on their ears, paws, tails, nose, etc. If your animal is kept outside it is best to use straw as their bedding material. Blankets and other material bedding can become wet and cause frost bite or other health problems. If you are using a heater use caution and make sure the heat source is approved for animal/livestock use. It must have a guard over the heat area to make sure they do not get burned or their bedding does not catch on fire. If the temperature falls or the winds are strong bringing your pet inside is the smartest option. Even if you keep them in a hallway, basement, heated area of a garage, etc. Being out of the wind and extreme temperatures is safest for your best friend. Also it is important to maintain their water supply. Water will freeze quickly and must be changed and filled often to guarantee they have access.
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Dog talk with Uncle Matty: Are we failing our animals?

Nearly half of the millions of dogs and cats that enter America’s shelters every year never make it out. Whose fault is this?
Does the blame lie squarely on the shoulders of those who fuel, directly and indirectly, the lucrative puppy mill industry, including pet stores and puppy brokers?
What about so-called backyard breeders? Many are responsible dog lovers who offer purebred pups that are healthy and come with proper early socialization to people willing to pay a premium for a specific dog. Are they part of the problem?
And what about the people who look to these breeders for their dogs, instead of adopting from their local rescue or shelter?
Is it the fault of every single individual who declines to spay or neuter their pet?
More than anything, I believe we are failing our animals because of an underlying notion that they are disposable. They’re great — until there’s a problem. And that’s the problem.
Too many people fail to see a behavioral issue as a problem that needs a solution. Instead, they turn on the dog. The formerly great dog is now a problem dog — instead of a great dog with a problem. What’s the easiest way to deal with a “problem” dog? Take him to the shelter. And that’s how good dogs end up sitting in cages hoping for homes.
Of course, there are other “reasons.” Some relinquish their dog to a shelter because they have to move, or developed allergies, or were wiped out by divorce. Sometimes the dog gets sick. Sometimes he just gets old. Any way you cut it, our dismal shelter population is what it is largely because people give up on their pets for no good reason.
We’d be building orphanages at the rate we do prisons if parents were allowed to treat their children this way.
A friend of a friend recently brought home a cat from his local shelter. After a week, he determined it wasn’t a good match. The cat hadn’t “warmed up” to him, wouldn’t sit in his lap long enough. He took the cat back. Word is, he thinks he wants a dog.
Thankfully, for every guy like this there are many more who love their pets like the family members they are.
Without a doubt, the puppy mill industry is a blight on our history. It’s an industry that should be shut down from top to bottom. But what allows such an abomination to exist — and thrive — in the first place? By my lights, it all comes back to this idea that animals are disposable.
Responsible breeders are not the problem. They keep lineages alive. They preserve a variety of breeds, many of which serve a useful purpose to people beyond companionship.
People shouldn’t be made to feel guilty when choosing a pup from a breeder rather than a shelter. But people should be made to feel responsible for their dog, regardless of where he comes from, in sickness and in health, till death do you part.
A shelter is not a trainer.
A shelter is not a store.
A shelter is not a home.
There’s a 50/50 chance a shelter will be a death sentence, though. Cruel and unusual punishment for most of its residents, jailed for a crime they didn’t commit.
Woof!
Dog trainer Matthew “Uncle Matty” Margolis is the co-author of 18 books about dogs, a behaviorist, a popular radio and television guest, and the host of the PBS series “WOOF! It’s a Dog’s Life!” Read all of Uncle Matty’s columns at creators.com, and visit him at unclematty.com. Send your questions to dearuncle.gazette@unclematty.com or by mail to Uncle Matty at PO Box 3300, Diamond Springs 95619.
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DO NOT LEAVE YOUR PETS IN A VEHICLE!!! If the sun is shining, regardless of the temperature outside, your vehicle will amplify the sun's intensity and cook your pet in a matter of minutes. Please read the article from about.com, The Dangers of Leaving Pets in Parked Cars on Warm Days.
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NOTES FROM LCAR:

Storms are brewing all around the country and it is time to go over your emergency/disaster plan to make sure you have included your pets, just in case the worse should happen. Does your emergency supply kit include enough water for the family's pets? Have you included dog/cat food? How about any medications the animals should need? If you have to relocate for any period of time can you take your pets with you? If not are you able to take them with you can you check on them at least once a day or do you have someone who can check on them regularly to make sure they have shelter, food, and water? Pets are a part of the family and their welfare is your responsibility even if disaster should strike.
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Meet Hershey; LCAR's mascot! Here he is enjoying the homecoming parade.


ANIMAL PROTECTIVE LEAGUE
SPRINGFIELD, IL

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LCAR is not typically an organization that adopts animals but as a rescue organization we try to keep as many animals as possible out of kill shelters. From time to time we try to connect people with the animals who have not quite made it to animal control but are one step away.

At this time we are looking for a home for Bobbles. Bobbles is a 4 year old male dog who has lots of energy, weighs 70 lbs., and has a current rabies shot. Bobbles needs a good loving home. Here are some pics of Bobbles and if you are interested contact Kelly at 217-735-2105:


Please consider making a donation to Logan County Animal Rescue! Your donations are tax deductible!!