SCARS
Sierra County Animal Rescue Society
We are here to give a helping hand to the Animal Shelter
in Truth or Consequences, New Mexico
We Take Sierra County Animals Seriously
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Dear Sierra County Pet Owner,
What is “Shake My Paw”?
It is Sierra County Animal Rescue Society’s new way of helping our fellow citizens.
SCARS has been awarded a grant to help with spay and neuter of your pets (cats and dogs only)
or your feral cat colony. To do this we are partnering with Arenas Valley Animal Clinic (AVAC)
just this side of Silver City. We will be gathering animals and transporting to AVAC when we have
about 10 animals registered. Email SCARS87942@gmail.com to find out more and register.
For owned pets we would require approximate age, color, weight, male or female, name, long hair,
short hair, breed if known and if they have had any previous vaccinations or tests. For feral colonies,
if truly feral, we will loan live traps and carriers. The felines will be spayed or neutered, given
rabies vaccination and ears marked to show they have been done and returned to colony.
Our agreement with AVAC is that we would load up in the morning, the animal cannot have food
past midnight the night before. Surgery is done that afternoon. Dogs and/or cats are kept overnight
for observation and returned the next afternoon with care instructions, rabies tag if vaccination
is needed and any observations that may be noted by the veterinarian.
If you do not want to wait until our next load, we will be issuing vouchers and you would
be responsible for making the appointment and providing transportation.
Do the right thing. Let’s see if we can get our little animal shelter in T or C to become a no-kill
because there will be no overcrowding, ever again.
(See the article Helping Stray and Feral Cats)
What is “Shake My Paw”?
It is Sierra County Animal Rescue Society’s new way of helping our fellow citizens.
SCARS has been awarded a grant to help with spay and neuter of your pets (cats and dogs only)
or your feral cat colony. To do this we are partnering with Arenas Valley Animal Clinic (AVAC)
just this side of Silver City. We will be gathering animals and transporting to AVAC when we have
about 10 animals registered. Email SCARS87942@gmail.com to find out more and register.
For owned pets we would require approximate age, color, weight, male or female, name, long hair,
short hair, breed if known and if they have had any previous vaccinations or tests. For feral colonies,
if truly feral, we will loan live traps and carriers. The felines will be spayed or neutered, given
rabies vaccination and ears marked to show they have been done and returned to colony.
Our agreement with AVAC is that we would load up in the morning, the animal cannot have food
past midnight the night before. Surgery is done that afternoon. Dogs and/or cats are kept overnight
for observation and returned the next afternoon with care instructions, rabies tag if vaccination
is needed and any observations that may be noted by the veterinarian.
If you do not want to wait until our next load, we will be issuing vouchers and you would
be responsible for making the appointment and providing transportation.
Do the right thing. Let’s see if we can get our little animal shelter in T or C to become a no-kill
because there will be no overcrowding, ever again.
(See the article Helping Stray and Feral Cats)
PLEASE NOTE!!!
If anyone is in danger of having to surrender your pet due to not being able to feed them,
please reach out to us. We can help.
We can help!. Message us. That is what we are here for....the companion animals of Sierra County.
www.sierracountyanimalrescuesociety.com
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If anyone is in danger of having to surrender your pet due to not being able to feed them,
please reach out to us. We can help.
We can help!. Message us. That is what we are here for....the companion animals of Sierra County.
www.sierracountyanimalrescuesociety.com
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Hot Surfaces Burn Paws!
Hot sidewalks, asphalt and other surfaces can hurt a dog’s paws.
Dogs showing these symptoms may have burned paws: Limping or avoiding walking Licking or chewing feet Paw pads are darker in color than usual Pads are visibly damaged Blisters or redness First aid for burned paws If you suspect your dog has burned paw pads: Bring your dog inside right away. Carry your pet if necessary. Flush the foot with cold water or use a cold compress. Try not to let your dog lick the injured pad. Take your dog to the vet as soon as you possible because burns can become infected. Your dog might need antibiotics or pain medication depending on the severity of the burn. The vet can also rule out other possible causes of the symptoms. Paw licking can also be a sign of other problems, such as allergies. How do I protect my pet’s paws from the heat? Dog booties and socks help shield against the hot pavement. Try to avoid walking on streets or sidewalks in the middle of the day, when it’s hottest. If your pooch seems uncomfortable on a manmade surface, head for grass, which stays cooler than pavement. Do take your dog for walks on pavement when the weather is cooler. This will help your dog’s paws form calluses, which will make the skin thicker and less prone to burns and other injuries. |
Foxtail Grass: Awns of Destruction
for Western Dogs Foxtail awns present the most insidious threat to the health of dogs in the Western United States. Here is how to identify foxtails, get them off your property, and protect your dog.
Foxtails Are Designed to Penetrate Anything The seeds of this nasty grass seem to have a special affinity for invading dogs’ bodies. The three most common hazards are these: They get sniffed into dog noses, work their way into dog ears, and lodge between dog toes. Each of these sites is a mere port of entry for these sturdy seeds; once inside, they start a relentless crawl forward, traveling deeper into a dog’s tissue with every passing hour. They are sometimes found in exploratory surgeries years afterward; the durable seed and awn fibers resist breaking down in the body as if they were made of plastic. Those common jumping-off points for the foxtail’s inner-dog journey are not the only ones, however. Foxtails can penetrate any part of your dog; all they need is a place to attach. In dogs with very short hair (like American Pit Bull Terriers, Vizslas, and Weimaraners), they need a fold in the skin of some kind (armpit, vagina, prepuce). To these bristly seeds, longer, thicker, or curly coats behave a little like the “loop” side of a Velcro-type hook-and-loop fastener; a foxtail can stick to the coat, and wherever it sticks, it will start to burrow, enabling the seeds to penetrate anywhere on the furry dogs’ bodies. If your dog has been anywhere near foxtails, and has any sort of abnormal sign of discomfort or irritation – shaking her head, an uncharacteristic squint, repetitively licking her paw or other part of her body, sneezing, coughing, gagging – call your vet and make an appointment as soon as possible.
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Hot Cars Kill!
Dogs in hot cars can suffer from potentially fatal heat stroke in as little as 15 minutes. Dogs die in hot cars as they can overheat very quickly and struggle to cool themselves down, even when a window has been left open or water has been left in the car.
SCARS wishes to thank Amy Luwis, Cartoonist •
Animal Cruelty Avenger -for her posters... RedandHowling.com Co-Founder • Adopt-a-Pet.com Please Adopt, Don't Shop |
🔥🔥🔥SMOKE IN THE AIR🔥🔥🔥
Many people have reached out to us today regarding the smoke in the air. So we wanted to provide some safety tips for your companion animals when the air quality gets this bad.
The biggest danger to your companion pets when breathing wildfire smoke comes from fire particles, which can reach deep into the lungs and cause a variety of health issues from burning eyes to chronic congestion. To keep them safe from the smoke in the air, the best thing to do is keep them inside! * Keep pets indoors with windows closed * Use air conditioning, if possible, to filter the air. Use fans to circulate the air * Keep potty breaks short * Avoid long walks and other prolonged outdoor exercises * Keep pets well hydrated. Besides offering plenty of cool clear water, humidifiers can help keep moisture in the air and helps cells in the trachea, nose and lungs stay healthy * Watch for signs of respiratory stress and eye inflammation (see below). If your pet shows symptoms, see a veterinarian immediately Here is some suggested indoor exercise to keep your dog happy during this time. * Hide-and-seek * Puzzle toys like the classic KONG * Fetch and tug * Brushing up on basic training |
Welcome!!!
Sierra County Animal Rescue Society has been activated as a Best Friends Network Partner! network.bestfriends.org 
Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has signed Senate Bill 57 -- the affordable spay/neuter bill — into law! Starting in January 2021, the state will begin collecting funds to provide low-cost spay/neuter services in low-income, rural, and other needy communities in New Mexico. This critical issue is not just about animal welfare, but about the wellbeing of New Mexico's families and entire communities. ✨ This is our chance to fund substantial numbers of spay/neuter surgeries in strategic and concentrated areas, reduce animal shelter intake and euthanasia rates, improve public health & safety, save public dollars, and help struggling families. We are so grateful to the Governor, and to the lead bill sponsors Sen. Jacob Candelaria and Rep. Joanne Ferrary, for securing this life-saving, cost-saving solution. And THANK YOU to each and every one of the advocates and allies who have lended their voices, hands, time, and resources to aid this effort. This is YOUR win. This is a win for a humane, compassionate New Mexico. |
Congratulations!!!
to the Sierra County Animal Rescue Society (SCARS) on achieving the 2020 Gold Seal of Transparency on GuideStar! ***** Timely and accurate information about our organization is now reaching 10+ million annual visitors to GuideStar. Plus, there are tens of millions who use the more than 200 charitable websites that share GuideStar’s data including: AmazonSmile, Facebook, Salesforce, and Network for Good, to name a few... GuideStar is the world's largest source of information on nonprofit organizations. www.guidestar.org/profile 🐕🐕🐕🐕🐕🐕
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******* THE PLAY YARD AT THE SIERRA COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER ******* |
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Sierra County Animal Rescue Society has been at it again!
The women and men of SCARS have been diligently working to aide the animals
of Sierra County for over FIVE years!
The play area at the T or C Animal Shelter now allows volunteers and staff to play,
train and enrich the lives of dogs waiting to be adopted.
SCARS wrote and received a $25,000 grant to fund the play area.
Smithco Construction, Inc. has very generously worked with SCARS
to get the best possible play area for our funding.
At about 2,000 SF, it has pet friendly turf, shade and even some agility equipment.
Ongoing donations are always welcome. We thank you in advance for your help. ❤️
The women and men of SCARS have been diligently working to aide the animals
of Sierra County for over FIVE years!
The play area at the T or C Animal Shelter now allows volunteers and staff to play,
train and enrich the lives of dogs waiting to be adopted.
SCARS wrote and received a $25,000 grant to fund the play area.
Smithco Construction, Inc. has very generously worked with SCARS
to get the best possible play area for our funding.
At about 2,000 SF, it has pet friendly turf, shade and even some agility equipment.
Ongoing donations are always welcome. We thank you in advance for your help. ❤️
