December lost and found pets

• December 3- lost cat, neutered male kitten, 6 months old, solid black, W. Wyoming Ave.
• December 13- found cat, solid grey/white chest, DSH, Harvard St.
• December 21- found cat, female DSH, white with striped patches, Malden at Clifton/Greenleaf. 

Catmobile Schedule for January 2011

Hello,
Here is our Catmobile schedule for January. We have added a few new locations - Manchester, NH and Marlborough, MA.
Also, we have a new phone # 978-465-1940 and a new email address: catmobile@mrfrs.org

Billerica – Jan. 18
Haverhill - Jan 12
Lowell – Jan. 3, 10, 14, 24, & 31
Lynn – Jan. 11
Malden – Jan. 21
Manchester, NH – Jan. 28
Marlborough – Jan. 14
Methuen – Jan. 5 & 19
Peabody – Jan. 6 & 20
Salisbury – Jan. 7 & 27
Tyngsboro – Jan. 13
Waltham – Jan. 26
Weymouth – Jan. 15
Woburn – Jan. 4 & 25

Reservations are required and can be made by emailing catmobile@mrfrs.org or calling 978-465-1940. The package is for cats only and consists of spay/neuter, rabies vaccinations, exam, nail trim, treatment for fleas and ear mites. Spay package costs $100 and neuter package costs $75. The Catmobile is operated by the Merrimack River Feline Rescue Society (MRFRS) and is staffed by a licensed veterinarian and two veterinary technicians.

November Lost and Found Pets

• November 5- lost cat, missing 2 weeks, beige color, Windsor St.
• November 17th- lost cat- black and white, medium haired, Standish Rd.

October- Domestic rabbits and ducks found abandoned

In October, in three separate incidents, two domestic ducks and three domestic rabbits were found abandoned outdoors. The ducks were taken to MSPCA Methuen and the rabbits went to the House Rabbit Network (see links on the right).

It is important to understand that, even though domestic rabbits and ducks look very similar to their wild counterparts, they are not able to survive in the wild. They have been raised to depend on humans for their food and shelter, and they no longer have the same strong instincts and ability to evade predators. In the wild, they will live a short, terrified, uncomfortable life before succumbing to starvation, predators or exposure to the elements.

There are several shelters and rescue groups in the area which take these types of animals. Please check the links on the right for a few possibilities. Another important fact to know is that abandonment of a domestic animal is considered cruelty to animals under state law (MGL Ch. 272 s. 77). Potential punishment includes up to 5 years imprisonment in state prison, or up to a $2500 fine, or both.

While the best case scenario is for a pet to remain with its original family for its whole life, there are times when unforseen circumstances force the rehoming of a pet. In that case, planning ahead and exploring all options can often result in a great new life for the homeless pet. Abandoning a pet is never a acceptable option.

November Catmobile schedule

November 2010 Catmobile Schedule


Billerica – Nov. 17
Haverhill – Nov. 30
Lowell – Nov. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Lynn – Nov. 16
Malden – Nov. 1
Methuen – Nov. 10 & 24
Peabody – Nov. 11 & 26
Salisbury – Nov. 9 & 23
Saugus – Nov. 2
Tyngsboro – Nov. 3 & Dec. 2
Waltham – Nov. 18
Woburn – Nov. 4 & Dec. 1
Reservations are required and can be made by emailing spaymass@mrfrs.org or calling 1-888-495-7729. The package consists of spay/neuter, rabies and distemper vaccinations, exam, nail trim, treatment for fleas, ear mites and round worms. Spay package costs $100 and neuter package costs $75.

October Lost and Found Pets

• October 2- lost cat- female DSH, solid grey, Tremont St. FOUND!
• October 6- found intact male DSH, tabby.


• October 18- lost cat, female DSH, brown tabby, Hopkins St. See photos.
• October 29- found cat, solid black DLH, Russett St.
• October 30- found cat, longhaired calico, Circuit St.
• October 31- found rabbits, Holland St.

Local Catmobile dates for October

Spay/neuter package includes exam, spay/neuter surgery, vaccines, flea treatment, deworming. $100 spay, $75 neuter. Please call the Catmobile at 1-888-495-7729 for more info or to make an appointment.

10/1 – Malden
10/4 – Lowell
10/5 – Woburn
10/6 – Saugus
10/11 – Lowell
10/12 – Salisbury
10/13 – Methuen
10/14 – Peabody
10/15 – Waltham
10/18 – Lowell
10/19 – Lynn
10/20 – Haverhill
10/21 – Billerica
10/25 – Lowell
10/26 – Salisbury
10/27 – Methuen
10/28 – Peabody
10/29 – Malden

September Lost and Found Pets, continued

• September 15- lost cat, male DMH, white and tan, First St.
• September 21- found cat, young male DSH, black and grey tiger, Forest St. Malden
• September 23- lost cat, male DSH, grey striped, Cutter St.
• September 25- lost cat, male Ragdoll, blue eyes, Beverly St.

Blessing of the Animals this Saturday, Oct. 2

All Invited to Blessing of the Animals at First United Methodist Church of Melrose


The First United Methodist Church, 645 Main St., Melrose, will be holding its annual blessing of the animals service in honor of St. Francis of Assisi on the church lawn on Saturday, Oct. 2, at 6:00 p.m. Pets must be leashed or caged. In the event of rain, the celebration will be held in the lower North Room of the church.

September Lost and Found Pets

For more information on any listing, please call the Melrose Canine Control office, 781-979-4102.

• September 2- found cat, solid white DSH, Penny Hill Rd. area.
• September 3- found cat, solid grey DLH, shaved area on hip, Lynn Fells Parkway/Lincoln St.
• September 7- found cat, black and brown tabby DSH, white on paws, chin and belly, Franklin/Ashland St.
• September 9- found cat, black and brown tabby DMH, white chin, Laurel St.
• September 10- lost cat, small solid grey DMH, Hurd St. 

Melrose Dog Festival

Melrose Dog Festival

Schedule of Events, September 11, 2010
Lewis-Monk Field, Tremont St.

PLEASE CHECK BACK FREQUENTLY- INFO SUBJECT TO CHANGE

4:00 - Festival starts. Visit booths and games.
       Sign up for dog show at the info table before 5 pm.
       Sign up for door prizes at Melrose Humane Booth before 5:45 pm.
       Visit the Catmobile for info, appointments and Microchip Clinic.
4:30 – Agility demo- agility field
4:40- Urban mushing demo- rally field
4:45 – All dog parade- all can participate, no signup needed
5:00 – Dog Show begins
5:45 – Door prize drawing
5:45- 6:00 – Continue dog show, visit booths and games
6:00 - Cleanup

Games and activities: Mini-MakeRovers, Nail Trims, Agility Try-it, Rally Try-it, Weight Pull Contest, Snoopy Says, Musical Hoops, Egg and Spoon
Note: the Microchip Clinic has been cancelled- will be rescheduled for a later date.

Booths: Melrose Humane Society, A Better Companion, Melrose Dog Society, Catmobile, PetLife Pet Supplies, PAWS Rescue, Adrienne Jean Petsitters, Coast to Coast Dachshund Rescue, New England Dog Training Club, Pristine Pet, Boston Snow Dogs, MUSH (Mass. Union for Siberian Huskies), BARC Agility Club
Snack bar run by Melrose Churchill American Little League

Door prizes: Sign up at the Melrose Humane Booth- Donations to benefit Melrose Humane Society, please be generous!
$75 Gift Certificate donated by A Better Companion
3 month family membership at Melrose YMCA
$25 Gift Certificate donated by Healthy Dog Pet Co.
$50 Gift Certificate donated by Melrose Animal Clinic
$25 Gift Certificate donated by Shaw’s Supermarket
$15 Gift Certificate donated by Pepperberries
Framed Boxer dog print donated by Miter Biter
Gift bag of people and dog snacks donated by Trader Joe’s
$25 Gift Certificate donated by Stearns and Hill Bistro
$25 Gift Certificate donated by Petco
Gift Basket donated by Starbucks
gift Basket donated by Coast to Coast Daschund Rescue

Dog show categories: Largest, Smallest, Cutest, Best Wag, Best Trick, Dog/Owner Look-alike. Winners are decided by audience applause!

A special thank you to all our volunteers: Melrose Humane Society, Melrose Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts, Wakefield Girl Scouts, Melrose Churchill American Little League, Melrose Dog Society, A Better Companion, Melrose Health Dept. staff, and our fabulous new MC, Mary Beth McAteer-Margolis.

Affectionate cat needs home!

I NEED A HOME! (picture to follow)
My name is Liz and I am a very sweet & affectionate older kitty who needs a loving home. My family couldn't keep me anymore and I am currently staying with the nice people at Middlesex Animal Hospital in Reading, awaiting my forever home. I am a total love bug and really enjoy attention, but am also pretty laidback. Unfortunately, I have a bit of a weight problem and am on a special diet food to get back in shape. I will need to stay on that diet until I do. Regardless of my "extra baggage", I am told I am a real beauty! I am 13 years old, spayed, current on shots and in good health. At the hospital, I've been exposed to dogs & cats and seem pretty relaxed around them so I may be OK with other animals if introduced properly. If you're looking for a fabulous new furry friend, please call the Middlesex Animal Hospital at (781) 942-4545. Thanks!!

August lost and found pets, continued

• August 20th- solid grey DSH, neutered male, answers to 'Ben'. Orris St.

Lost Dog

Daisey the dog has been lost from Stoneham since July, but has been sighted in Melrose in the past week. For more info, please go to http://www.finddaisy.info/. If you spot her, do not chase her, but try to coax her into a contained location such as a fenced yard. For any sightings, please call 781-439-3109 or 781-435-1740 as soon as possible.

Free pet behavior lectures

Intown Vet Group, which includes Massachusetts Veterinary Referral Hospital and Bulgers Animal Hospital, is sponsoring a series of free behavior lectures for pet owners. You do not have to be a client of their hospitals to attend the lectures. Please click the link on the right for more information.

August lost and found pets

• Updated picture- cat still lost from July- "Saffy". Last seen July 10 on Youle St. between Lynn Fells Parkway and Vinton.
• August 2- lost cat, young male DSH, grey with white paws, Cutter St./Conant Park
• August 4- found cat, DMH, brown tabby, Lynn Fells Parkway/Youle St.
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• August 20th- solid grey DSH (pictured above), neutered male, answers to 'Ben'. Orris St.
• August 27th- found cat, black and white DSH, 4 white paws and white spot on nose, Harold St.

• August 28th- lost cat, white and tiger striped DSH, female, "Lilly", Bartlett St. FOUND!

Next Catmobile July 23, 2010

Next Catmobile date in Melrose is Friday, July 23rd. Click the link for Merrimack River Feline Rescue Society on the right for more info, including other dates and locations.

July lost and found pets

• July 1- found cat, young male tabby cat with white (see photo). Near Linwood Ave./Sylvan St.
• July 6- lost cat, male DMH, cream tabby, double paws, W. wyoming Ave.
• July 6- lost cat, black and white with white moustache, East Foster St. near Common.
• July 13- lost cat, Female DSH, tan and buff tabby, Youle St.
• July 20- small male Maine Coon, Vinton St.
• July 17- found cat, ginger tabby, Melrose/Malden line.
• July 23- found cat, older male DSH, brown and black tabby, Day St.

June lost and found pets

• June 2- lost cat, thin older male, orange with white chin, chest and paws. Howard Street area.
• June 15- lost cat, grey intact male DSH, north Main St. area.
• June 24th- found pet (banded) pigeon, brown and white, Martin St.
• June 28th- lost cat, black and grey tiger, male, 22 years old, Lynde St. area.
• June 29th- lost cat, black and white medium-haired, East Foster St.
• June 30th- lost cat, thin grey male DSH, green eyes, shaved area on hip, Cottage St.
• June 30th- lost cat, calico DSH, Howard St.

Lap cat needs home

Mia is a spayed female cat, up to date on shots, 9 years old, long haired, black and white. She is a very affectionate lap cat who needs a quiet home with no dogs or other cats. Photo to me added later.

pet food recall

Iams pet food company has announced a recall of Iams Proactive Health Canned Cat and Kitten foods, all varieties of 3 oz. and 5.5 oz. cans, with dates on the bottom of the cans ranging from 9/2011 to 6/2012. For more information go to http://www.iams.com/ or call 877-340-8826.

How we can coexist peacefully with coyotes - The Boston Globe

Great article which was in the Boston Sunday Globe on May 30, 2010:

How we can coexist peacefully with coyotes - The Boston Globe

Wildlife control tool available

Having trouble with critters in your yard or garden? Melrose Canine Control has a Contech Scarecrow motion-activated sprinkler available to borrow. This tool can be used to frighten wildlife away from your garden or yard, without harming them. Call 781-979-4102 if you would like to put your name on the waiting list to borrow this item. A $60, fully refundable deposit is required to borrow the sprinkler for one week.

Turtles need home

Two large red-eared slider turtles are looking for a new home. They come with a large tank with a heater, filter, thermometer and rocks. Contact Melrose Canine Control for more info.

May Lost and Found pets

• May 3- Found cat, orange and white domestic shorthaired female, found on East Foster St. OWNER FOUND
• May 4- Found cockatiel bird, near Oak Grove.

June rabies clinic

Saturday, June 5, 2-4 pm, at the DPW Garage on Tremont St. Rabies vaccines, microchips and dog licenses available. Please see the Events link on the right, or call 781-979-4102 for more info.

April Lost and Found pets

• April 6, found- light orange tabby, short haired cat. Found on Upham near intersection of Lebanon. Call Melrose Canine Control at 781-979-4102 for more info.
• April 20, found- brown tabby cat, short haired. Found on Upham St. near Saugus line.
• April 28, found- large brown tabby cat with a lot of white on underside, medium haired. Found on Pleasant St. near Lincoln School.
• April 29, found- small male Maltese dog, in Saugus.
• April 30, lost cat- black, longhaired cat, white paws and chest, lost near Oak Grove.

Lost dog

$$ REWARD $$ FOUND
For our MISSING DOG
“GEMMA”

Female Golden Retriever, about 60 pounds
Reddish coat, like an Irish Setter
Red collar with:
Rabies Tag + Chip Tag + Melrose City License Tag
Very friendly, playful, and sweet
Sewall Woods Area—Near Melrose High School
If you have seen this dog, please call Barbara at any time:
· 781 484-6546 (cell phone—best number)
· 617 441-4162
· 781 979-0603

Lost March 28, 2010

Save the Date! Melrose Dog Festival

It seems like a long time from now, but please save the date for the third annual Melrose Dog Festival, Saturday September 11, 2010. Please contact the canine control office if you would like to help with planning this event.

February lost and found

• February 8- lost cat, large male, grey and white, long haired, Ashland St. FOUND!
• February 9- lost cat, male, black and white, long-haired, Hancock St.
• February 9- lost cat, missing since about January 26, small tiger cat, Cedar Park area.

Next Catmobile February 23, 2010

Next Catmobile low-cost spay/neuter clinic will be Tuesday, February 23rd. Call 888-495-SPAY for appointments. For more information, click on the Events link to the right.

January lost and found

• Found January 18th, black female kitten, Upham St. area.
• Found January 22nd, male kitten about 6 months old, black with small white spot on chest.
• Lost January 21st, male orange shorthaired cat, white on nose and chin, no collar, near High school.
• Lost January 24th, female orange tabby cat, no collar but has microchip, near corner of Dell and East Foster. FOUND!