Independence Animal Control Shelter
IMPORTANT LITTLE KNOWN INFORMATION ABOUT VACCINATIONS AND YOUR PETS
IF YOU LOVE YOUR PETS PLEASE READ THE INFORMATION :
http://www.dogsadversereactions.com/scienceVaccineDamage.html
If you want to adopt a kitten or cat from the Independence shelter ASK ME ABOUT OUR ADOPTION KIT! This is a kit I put together that gives you all you need to start with your new cat or kitten. It includes a litter box, small bag of kitten food, one can of food, bed, carrier, dishes, litter scoop, collar and toys. ALL for a nominal cost of $25.00 and all the proceeds to back into the shelter to help medical costs for the animals!
I will also provide a HOME AGAIN MICROCHIP for Dogs and Adult cats for a fee of 20.00 Dollars extra that will also go to the medical care of the shetler animals.
A BIG THANK YOU TO EMERALD ANIMAL HOSPITAL ON RIDGE ROAD IN CLEVELAND 216-749-7161 FOR ALL THEIR AWESOME WORK ON THE SHELTER ANIMALS AT A DISCOUNT! THE VETS THERE ARE FABULOUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Would you like to get a great gift AND donate to a great cause?
A local artist is making pillows. Basically Any design with Dogs and cats is available!! 2$ of each Pillow SOLD goes to the SHELTER!!!!!!
These are inexpensive, all hand made and make great gifts for any animal lover.
PLEASE help support the SHELTER! There are two sizes available. Please contact WENDY BUSH at royalgoldens@juno.com and let her know that you want to donate! She will be happy to send you examples of what she has available. GREAT FOR THE DOG AND CAT LOVERS !!!!!
Help support the shelter!
What the Animals receive at the Independence Animal Shelter:>
Cats and Kittens: . All Cats and Kittens are tested for feline Leukemia Virus before being adopted out .FCRCP vaccine and worming are also given. If they have fleas coming into the shelter they are treated immediately so as not to spread fleas in the shelter. They are treated for ear mites also.
DOGS:
Vaccine - Dhpp
Worming -for internal parasites
heartworm test
Rabies Vaccination
Checked and treated for fleas if needed.
The number one reason for getting rid of a pet is " We are moving and cant take fluffy with us (even though we have had fluffy 9 years) It is not fair to the animal. The other big reason is " we are having a baby" that too is NOT a reason to dump a pet. THINK BEFORE you adopt! realize this animal is a part of the family and i am sure you wouldnt dump your kid cause you were moving!
If you feel you might then get a stuffed animal. Our beloved animals deserve better.
ALL animals are neutered whenever possible, but we need support and donations to continue doing this. Please help. If you adopt a pet pay it forward to the next pet that needs it ! Donations can be sent to the Emerald Animal Hospital on Ridge Road. That is where the shelter Animals recieve all their medical care.They also often have kittens and such for adoption.
News
With The holidays around the corner please don't forget about your pets. There is going to be a lot of holiday foods out that can make you pet sick. Remember to tell friends and relatives that your pet does not need to eat ham and other things that can make him sick! Also chocolates and candies are not good for your pet. Tinsil can be dangerous to cats ! Keep your pet safe this holiday season. If you want to get a friend or relative a pet for Christmas PLEASE make sure that they want the responsiblity. Perhaps give them a coupon for a pet and get it after the holidays are over when you have the proper time! HAPPY HOLIDAYS
Do not let your dog or cat run at large. This is not only dangerous for your pet it is dangerous for people and cars. Be courteous.
Also remember you are responsible for your pet. If it deficates while on a walk PLEASE PICK IT UP! Also do NOT allow your dog to urinate in OTHERS yards. Even Male dogs do NOT need to mark every tree and bush. AGAIN PLEASE BE RESPECTFUL of others property!
HEAT STROKE CAN occur on even a fall day if your pet is left in the car. Temperatures in a car heat up fast even with a window cracked. If you are going to be leaving your car PLEASE leave your pet at home!!!!!
Many cities are banning dogs in parks and such because DISRESPECTFUL OWNERS DO NOT CLEAN UP after their pets. IF YOU walk your dog PLEASE PICK UP .. LETS not have dogs banned from every park because you are too lazy or embarassed or disrespectful to clean up after your dog .
Remember ~ ALL dogs and puppies can benefit from Dog Obedience classes~ it is a way to socialize your dog and allow him / her to make some friends and also a great opportunity for you to find folks with similar interests. A good class with an experienced instructor can make or break the training of your pet to become a good canine citizen.
Please feel free to contact the shelter for more information!
Who We Are
Independence Animal Control Shelter is a division of The Independence Police Department.
Is a small community shelter and its purpose is to help the stray/ unclaimed animals found within the city limits to find new loving " forever" homes.
The shelter also serves many other functions some of which follow:
It is a way to help people and animals live together in harmony.
It is there to protect the pet owner, the victim and the animals.
It is there to provide educational programs to our community and schools, senior groups etc.
It is there to investigate animal related incidents such as abuse, cruelty ( now that there has been a link found between animal abuse and child abuse) and to help people better understand proper care of pets and wildlife alike.
It is there to rescue sick and injured animals both domestic and wild.
We provide a lost and found service within the community. We are there to also help and advise residents on nuisance wildlife condtions and how to humanely keep the wild life in the wild and out of our homes.
The shelter is located of Rt 21( Brecksville Road) on Selig Drive.
Adopting a friend
If you are interested in adopting a pet from the Independence shelter please CALL BETWEEN 10:00 am AND 3:00. The shelter CLOSES AT 4. You must call the shelter before coming out. I am not always at the office and I don't want you to make a wasted trip!!
A small adoption fee is required for adopting all pets. You must be 18 to adopt a pet from the shelter or to come look at the animals Payment must be made in check or cash - you must have the correct amount. I do not keep money in the shelter. Thank You !!!
If you would like to help the shelter we accept any type of donations in the form of food, kitty litter or other animal products. Any good used towels or blankets can also be used. Brooms,cleaning supplies, garbage bags, small animal supplies ( for rats guina pigs etc) folders anything as such would be greatly welcome.
Independence Animal Control Shelter
6350 Selig Drive
(This is back at the service department area but on the oppOsite side )
216-524-3940
Independence , OH 44131
SHELTER HOURS :10:00 AM to 4:00 pm. ( ENFORCED AS SUCH)
As I am on the road handling calls a lot during the day PLEASE CALL BEFORE COMING TO THE SHELTER so i can make every effort to make sure I am at the shelter when you want to see the animals for adoption.
If I am out of the office when you call it will go directly into my voice mail and I will return your call as soon as possible.
You can also leave me an email and I will respond to that as soon as possible.
Thank you for supporting the Independence Animal Control Shelter
LOST AND FOUND
Please always check with local animal control if you loose a pet. They can not only help you by possibly having the pet but can offer suggestions on who to contact and actions to take in regard to helping your pet find it's way home.
Email:
burrierj3998@aol.com
Click here for a list of pets at this shelter
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