- November 5- lost cat, missing 2 weeks, beige color, Windsor St.
- November 17th- lost cat- black and white, medium haired, Standish Rd.
Thursday, November 18, 2010
November Lost and Found Pets
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
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.
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.
Monday, November 1, 2010
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.
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.
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