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’12 Pets Of Christmas’ Adoption Promotion & Keeping Pets Safe During Holidays

The County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control would like to remind potential adopters about the Found Animals sponsored promotion, The Twelve Pets of Christmas going on now through Dec. 24.

Adopters can take advantage of $40 off of a dog adoption and/or $30 off of a cat adoption by visiting here for a coupon. The promotion is valid at all DACC locations and other local animal control agencies.  Visit the website for a complete list of participating locations.

In the midst of holiday season, DACC would also like to offer pet owners a few helpful tips as we celebrate the holiday season.

“We can get so caught up with all of the holiday festivities, but let’s not forget about our four -legged family members.  Our pets rely on us to keep them safe, so keep these tips in mind as you celebrate the holidays,” said DACC Director, Marcia Mayeda.

  • Never feed or allow your pets to eat chocolate or other holiday candies. Chocolate is poisonous to dogs and cats and can cause death. If you witness or suspect your pet of eating chocolate, transport him or her to a veterinarian as soon as possible.
  • Shiny ornaments on Christmas trees can be particularly attractive to curious pets.  Dogs and cats can suffer serious injuries by chewing and swallowing pieces of tree ornaments.
  • Many people add special liquid preservatives to the water in Christmas tree stands. Some of these products are harmful to pets that may drink from the water. Be sure to ask if your Christmas tree is “pet safe,” before you buy it.
  • Keep holiday season plants and flowers away from your pets.  Many plants, such as Poinsettias, Christmas candles, English Holly, Christmas Berry, Christmas Rose, and Mistletoe are poisonous to cats and dogs.
  • Gift-wrappings can pose risks to dogs and cats. Your pets may be tempted to chew on wrapping paper or ribbon, which can be harmful if swallowed.
  • Electrical wiring is tempting for cats to play with and dogs to chew. Your pet can suffer a severe shock or even be electrocuted by coming into contact with the electrical current in the line.  Make sure your pets cannot or climb onto areas that put wiring within their reach.
  • Turkey is a particular favorite during the holiday season, but the bones easily splinter and should not be given to pets. Bone splinters can puncture an animal’s gastro-intestinal tract, causing internal injury, which could result in death.
  • Keep your pets away from alcoholic beverages.  Do not let anyone offer a “sample” of your favorite libation to a pet.

In addition to ensuring your pet’s safety, DACC would also like to advise the public of its holiday hours for the remainder of 2012:

  • Christmas Eve – Monday, Dec. 24: All DACC locations will be open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
  • Christmas Day, Dec. 25:  All DACC locations will be open for limited operations. Residents may only relinquish animals or pick-up their impounded pet if it is determined to be at the shelter.  DACC facilities will not be open for adoptions. 
  • New Year’s Eve – Monday, Dec. 31: All DACC locations will be open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

New Year’s Day, Jan. 1, 2013: All DACC facilities will be open for limited operations. Residents may only relinquish animals or pick-up their impounded pet if it is determined to be at the shelter.  The facilities will not be open for adoptions.

’12 Pets Of Christmas’ Adoption Promotion & Keeping Pets Safe During Holidays

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