Tuesday, November 30, 2010

Adoption Fun!


Our week has started with so much fun! Monday we sent home 5 kittens! And today, we've already sent home a kitten and Bones, a dog that has been with us for several weeks.

So cross your fingers and toes and whiskers...let's hope the rest of the week is just as busy and just as much fun!

~Hissy E~

Sunday, November 28, 2010

Heroes for the Homeless


Picture this....firefighters, paramedics, RCMP officers, police officers, and soldiers...coming together to support homeless animals. Well...that's exactly what happened when 13 local heroes came together to help raise money for us!

These amazing men, and Heather Grattan (an extraordinary lady and photographer) helped us put together our very first "Heroes for the Homeless" 2011 calender.

The calenders are now on sale and every single penny will go directly to help the orphans at the shelter. Trust me...you won't be disappointed!

I've even given you a sneak peek...this picture is of Adam, an Oromocto firefighter, with Gracie the border collie. Now you know you want to see the rest!

~Hissy E~

Home for the Holidays!


Christmas is almost here!! I love Christmas! We get lots of visitors who come in to the shelter who bring treats and cuddles and lots of smiles and love! Best of all...we get to see so many orphan animals (like me) go to new families during the holiday season.

In case you haven't been in to visit the last few weeks....there are alot of us cats and even kittens that are waiting for the "purr"fect family. So the girls here at the shelter decided to kick off the Christmas season with a little incentive to help all of the feline orphans here at the Oromocto SPCA. From November 29th to December 5th, we are once again going to waive our adoption fees in place of a by-donation fee...but don't forget...this still includes the first vaccines, deworming, spay or neuter and microchipping! What a deal!

If you were thinking that it's time to add a new friend to your home to keep you warm this winter....please come and adopt...you were right..it's time!!!

~Hissy E.~

Thursday, November 25, 2010

The Edmundston 13 turn 2!




I don't usually wish a Happy Birthday to dogs...it's not that I hate them..they just never bring me any cake! But today I am going to break my own rule and wish a Happy Birthday to not only one dog...but 13 of them.


Most of you will remember the news from 2 years ago when a box of 13 little 3 week old puppies were found near Edmundston in the middle of the road. A VERY kind person stopped and found the babies and called the RCMP. This person saved their lives. It was cold, and dark, and they easily could have died or been hit by one of the passing vehicles. Thankfully, they were transported to our shelter and fostered by an amazing foster mom who gave up 5 weeks of her life to care for ALL 13 of the babies.


Now...2 years later, these same little puppies are full grown, happy adult dogs who bring their families so much joy every single day. Many of them even meet regularly to play!


So..Happy Birthday to all of the Edmundston 13! Thank you for reminding us why we do what we do every single day.


Maybe next year on your birthday...you can bring me some of that cake!


~Hissy E~

Wednesday, November 24, 2010

Luv-a-Life Update!


Hi everyone...not only do I have good news..I have GREAT news! 3..yes I said 3.. of our long time feline residents just recently found loving forever homes!!

Rosie O', Flint and Wilson were all cats that had been with us for over 3 months just waiting for the right people to walk through the doors and fall in love with them...and it happened. And we are all so happy for them!

So to my friends...Merry Christmas...and I hope you have amazing lives filled with love. You deserve it!

~Hissy. E~

Tuesday, November 16, 2010

Christmas is Coming!


I know..I know..it's only November and already that darn cat is talking about Christmas! That's what many of you are probably thinking as you read the title of this edition of my blog. But it's true....it's coming...and I just want all of you to be prepared. So...to help you out with a little of your Christmas shopping..I created some fantastic Pet Christmas Stockings in my free time. There are dog stockings and cat stockings (which I personally think are more important)...and each one of them is STUFFED with toys and treats! And...one of the best parts is...they are only $10 each. You could even pick up a new family member to go with that stocking.....one stop shopping!

Just think....you buy a stocking for your own pet...and that purchase helps a homeless animal get a second chance at a forever home of their own. I like to think of it as pets helping pets.

So....get on in to the shelter...they won't last "fur"ever!

~Hissy.E~

Sunday, November 7, 2010

Wanted-New Position


As many of you know...I am the resident blogger, office cat, supervisor, lunch taste-tester and Queen Bee. Thankfully, I am an incredibly good multi-tasker. I not only keep the shelter running smoothly but I do it all with a smile and a purr.

I have been with the Oromocto SPCA for almost a year and a half and while I have only held all of these positions for about 8 months...I was thinking that maybe it was time for a career change. Don't get me wrong...I love the shelter...I love the girls, the other animals and especially the visitors. But I keep hearing about another job that I think I would like to try.

So...I've decided to start job hunting. I'm hoping to give up my office cat status in place of a new lap cat position.

I think I'm quite qualified for the job. I like to be petted. I purr when I'm happy. I like treats. I love to curl up on cold winter nights with my family. And I am eager to learn and I work well as a team.

So...if anyone hears of any openings...please let me know. I can forward on my resume if needed. I can also give references.

PS...I work for minimal pay.


~Hissy.E~

Thursday, November 4, 2010

Catapult Fun!










If you didn't make it out to the Dogtoberfest Festival last weekend...I hear you missed a really good time! So did I...they allowed dogs so I stayed here.




I did manage to get ahold of a few pics of the amazing soldiers who braved the cold for almost 7 hours to make sure that the pumpkin catapult worked. These soldiers were professional, and friendly and very dedicated. They put alot of smiles on alot of faces that day!




So to the soldiers who built and manned the catapult on November 30th for Dogtoberfest...WE SALUTE YOU!








~Hissy.E~

Grayson and Tanner







I want you to meet some of our longest residents here at the shelter. Grayson and Tanner are male angora bunnies that have been living with us since May. That's 6 months!! And while they are quiet and don't make alot of fuss...we all think that it's time for them to find a forever home!



As you can see from their picture...they are pretty hairy little guys. They need a home where they will get brushed ALOT. They also need to eat fruits and veggies and hay every single day. (I've tried that stuff they call hay and I'm REALLY glad that I don't have to eat it!)



Tanner and Grayson are also really good buddies so they have to go to a home together. Apparently, rabbits get very sad, just like people, when they are seperated from their best friend.



So...maybe you should come in and meet them. They really just need a chance to show you how sweet they are. They are even good with cats and dogs!



Hope to see you soon. And if you bring a treat for little òl me..you might even get a cuddle from yours truly!






~Hissy.E~

Tuesday, November 2, 2010


Did you know that all across North America, shelters are celebrating next week? It's National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week and we hope that you come in and celebrate with us!!


On Sunday (weather permitting), we will be having a free bbq to say thanks to everyone who volunteers, adopts and donates! Come by from noon to 3pm and get a bite to eat and visit with the staff and animals.


All next week we will be holding a Pet Photo contest. Drop your pet's cute pictures off at the shelter for a chance to win a cat or dog bed filled with goodies.


Visit Sobey's, Pawsative Rewards, Shoppers Drug Mart, Canadian Tire and Giant Tiger (all in Oromocto) and donate something from our wish list. There will be special boxes set up in each location.


Visit the shelter for specials on microchipping and meet some of our Luv-a Life cats. There will even be a special art corner for kids to show us their talent.


Without animal shelters...there would be many hundreds of thousands of homeless animals. I would be one of them! Next week....let's all show out appreciation for the shelters in our areas. And for the hard work they do...saving lives one at a time.


~Hissy. E~