Did you know that each day 10,000 humans are born in the U.S. - and each day 70,000 puppies and kittens are born. As long as these birth rates exist, there will never be enough homes for all of the animals. There are 7 puppies and kittens born for every 1 person, 2,500 to 3,000 puppies and kittens are born each hour in the United States. Only 1 in 10 will find a home. As a result, 4-6 million animals in the U.S. each year are euthanized because there are no homes for them. Spaying and neutering is not an expensive procedure. Please encourage your friends of feline and canine companions to spay and/or neuter their pets.
With the arrival of warmer weather CCAPS is deep in the heart of kitten season, caring for mother cats and their nursing kittens until the babies are weaned and ready for adoption. If you live in Columbia County you can help by providing a loving foster home where the cats have a safe place to grow and become strong until they're eight weeks of age. CCAPS is also looking for temporary homes for cats who need to recover from an injury or illness. Fostering offers the opportunity to experience the joys of having a pet without making a lifelong commitment-and a great way to save lives. If you would like to help out, contact Becky at Second Chances Thrift Store and ask if fostering opportunities are available.
Our shelter is open Monday through Friday from 10 AM to 3 PM and the first Saturday of the month from 11 AM to 2 PM. These new hours are effective May 2008. We could use cyclone fencing for additional dog runs and kennels. Grooming supplies are always welcome and Detergent for the washing machine is needed. Cleaning supplies: 409 Degreaser, PineSol, Bleach, Brooms and Scrub Brushes, Heavy Duty Water Hoses. We could also use washable dog beds, bath towels and plush bath mats for beds, safe dog toys and rawhide chews. Any donation is welcome.
Brand New Inventory at the Thrift Store, all proceeds to CCAPS.
Remember we will pick up donated left-over yard sale items. Estate sale items, furniture or any other unwanted items that you want to donate. Remember that all donations are tax deductable. You will be given the tax form upon receipt of items.
Location: Fountain Plaza Shopping Center on East Main, Magnolia, Arkansas. Phone: 1-870-234-8255
An adoption fee of $80 per dog is to be paid to CCAPS by the applicant before the animal can be released. This adoption fee covers--All vaccinations due for animals age, Heartworm Testing, Monthly wormer, Spay or Neuter of animal, and Rabies vaccine, 1 month free shelter care insurance and a small bag Science Diet Pet food. This is a great deal compared to the cost of each of these services seperatly. Appointment for Sterilization and Transportation for adopted animal to Vet is provided by shelter staff.
An adoption fee of $60 per cat is to be paid to CCAPS by the primary caregiver of the animal. This fee covers: for adults - test for Feline Leukemia and FIV, spay or neuter, vaccinations that include FVRCP, Rabies, worming, flea/ear mite treatments plus a complete veterinary examination and any necessary medical treatment; or for kittens - test for Feline Leukemia, 1st FVRCP, Rabies at time of sterlization, plus any other necessary medical care, and a thorough veterinary examination. While we never adopt a cat or kiten that we have reason to believe is ill or has been exposed to disease, there are no adequate tests for certain viruses. We adopt our cats out in good faith, but we cannot guarantee their continued health. If you have a friend or relative whom you think would bond well with one of our adoptable cats or kittens, they will need to contact us in person. All of our cats must be spayed or neutered. In most cases of the adult cats, this process has already been completed.
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