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Shelter cleaned after two dogs diagnosed with canine distemper, others tested

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Oak Ridge Animal Shelter

The Oak Ridge Animal Shelter on Belgrade Road is pictured above.

 

Two dogs recently taken in by the Oak Ridge Animal Shelter have been diagnosed with canine distemper. The Animal Shelter was closed Friday and Saturday to allow for thorough cleaning of the facility. Dogs in the shelter are being tested to see if others have contracted the disease.

Test results are expected to be received by today (Tuesday, October 21). If none of the dogs test positive for canine distemper, the Animal Shelter will reopen at 11 a.m. Wednesday.

As a precaution, all animals brought into the Oak Ridge Animal Shelter will be vaccinated on arrival, the Oak Ridge Police Department said in a press release. Dogs with any kind of cough or nasal discharge will be kept separate from dogs available for adoption. [Read more…]

Pet of the Day: Tapper

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Pet of the Day: Tapper

 

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Tapper is a pretty fine looking beagle mix that is good on a leash.

He sat down and waited for the collar, where most shelter dogs are in a huge hurry to be anywhere but their pen.

All animals are still only $55! Limited time only! [Read more…]

Pet of the Day: Chappy

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Pet of the Day: Chappy

Pet of the Day: Chappy

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Let me introduce you to sweet Chappy, who is about 11 months old.

He was left in a hot car in May and has been on hold, and has grown up in the shelter in a steel cage since that time.

Chappy is now available for adoption. He very much deserves a chance at the perfect forever.

Will you promise him that you will be that someone …so we can celebrate Chappy and his freedom ride home!? [Read more…]

Oak Ridge Animal Shelter celebrates 40 years with half-price adoptions

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Oak Ridge Animal Shelter Peabody

Peabody at the Oak Ridge Animal Shelter is pictured above. (Submitted photo)

 

The Oak Ridge Animal Shelter is celebrating 40 years at its 395 Belgrade Road location with a whole month of specials and activities.

Through the month of October, the Shelter will feature half-price adoptions. Every available animal will have an adoption fee of $55 instead of $110. The discount price still includes spaying and neutering, microchips, DHPP and Bordatella vaccines (for dogs), FVRCP vaccine (for cats), a rabies vaccine, a dose of Frontline (for fleas and ticks), and a dose of dewormer.

The Oak Ridge Animal Shelter will be participating in several events for their celebration and invite you to attend: [Read more…]

Pet of the Day: Romeo

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Pet of the Day: Romeo

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Romeo is a sweet male kitten who is patiently waiting for his time to break free. He is only $55 and will treat you to a ton of love, snuggles, and happiness.

Please come down to the Oak Ridge Animal Shelter to meet this little guy. He absolutely lives up to his name…a huge love bug with tons of cuddles to share. [Read more…]

Pet of the Day: Arianna

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Pet of the Day: Arianna

Pet of the Day: Arianna

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Arianna: In Greek, my name means chaste and very holy. But I don’t expect you to worship me! That’s my job to worship.

There are a lot of people that really like me here because I’m a beautiful little girl poodle mix. I’m really soft and sweet.

I got picked up running around in Clinton. My owner has a few days to find me yet. I will be available for adoption Saturday morning (September 27) if they don’t make it. Come early, cause it’s first come, first serve. [Read more…]

Pet of the Day: Flower

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Pet of the Day: Flower

 

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Adorable little Flower was returned by her owner Thursday. The return was not due to a problem with Flower, and we need to get her placed quickly in a good home. She is so sweet and cute.

My name is Flower, and even though I’m not Bambi’s little skunk, I know you’ll just get twitterpated over me! (That’s what everyone does in the spring, but summer is good, too!)

I’m a beautiful little girl Chihuahua mix with the personality of an angel. And I’m about five years smarter than the pups! I’m just as cute, sweet and cuddly as can be! [Read more…]

Pet of the Day: Moustachio

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Pet of the Day: MoustachioSubmitted

Moustachio is also an adorable little girl. Love that stash! She too is available for adoption now.

All adoptions are only $55 for a limited time, which includes all vetting, shots, microchip, and instant antidepressant.

Please come down and see Moustachio on Tuesday from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. The shelter is full and busting at the seams…adoptions save lives! [Read more…]

Pet of the Day: Marsei

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Pet of the Day Marsei

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I wasn’t feeling well so mommy took me to the vet. I feel much better now but I found out my siblings are gone, so I am so very alone.

I loved it when she picked me up and talked to me so very sweet and cuddled me up real tight in her arms. I need a home please.

The shelter is busting at the seams and help is desperately needed! All adoption fees are only $55! Please come down and visit me today! [Read more…]

Mutt Strutt on Saturday benefits Animal Shelter

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Mutt Strutt 2014

The 4th Annual Mutt Strutt on Saturday will benefit the Oak Ridge Animal Shelter.

The charity dog walk is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday at the PetSafe Dog Park at Big Turtle Park on Oak Ridge Turnpike in west Oak Ridge. It’s been organized by the Young Professionals of Oak Ridge.

The Mutt Strutt will feature a group dog walk, raffle prizes, and dogs available for adoption.

Visit www.ypor.org for more information.

Pet of the Day: Jewel

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Pet of the Day: Jewel

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Now I truly am a Jewel! I’m a little girl beagle mix, looking to retire in a home with someone that wants true love returned!

I’ll lay at your feet, on your lap, or right next to you—your choice! I know how to please my one and only 🙂 Please come see me. You know we gotta take care of our seniors!

The Oak Ridge Animal Shelter is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. It’s located at 395 Belgrade Road in east Oak Ridge. The phone number is (865) 425-3423.

See the Animal Shelter’s website here. You can also find more information on adoptable animals at the Oak Ridge Animal Shelter on this Facebook page.

Pet of the Day: Tango

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Pet of the Day: Tango

 

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How do you spell beautiful? Evidently, it is T-A-N-G-O because he is really a stunning looking dog. Tango is an absolutely gorgeous chow/retriever mix. He’s sweet and gentle. His coloring is the most beautiful deep red that you will ever see.

The Oak Ridge Animal Shelter is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. It’s located at 395 Belgrade Road in east Oak Ridge. The phone number is (865) 425-3423.

See the Animal Shelter’s website here. You can also find more information on adoptable animals at the Oak Ridge Animal Shelter on this Facebook page.