Submitted
Big, beautiful Valentino was the pet of the day on Thursday. He has been at the Oak Ridge Animal Shelter for a while and clearly has an opinion on the matter.
“I have been waiting a long time for my forever home. I need my human to get off the couch, turn off the tube, walk in the door, and march on over to my cage. I am the big guy in the back corner of the cat room! Just ask…they know where to find me!” [Read more…]
The Oak Ridge Animal Shelter on Belgrade Road is pictured above.
The Oak Ridge Animal Shelter will remain closed two more days as workers battle an outbreak of deadly canine distemper.
On Wednesday, the Oak Ridge Police Department announced that two cases of canine distemper had been confirmed by an Oak Ridge veterinarian’s office and said a dog adopted in January may have contracted the often-fatal virus—although it wasn’t clear when or where.
The shelter was temporarily closed this past Thursday, and it was expected to re-open on Tuesday. But on Monday, Oak Ridge Police Department Lt. Robin Smith said it will now re-open this coming Thursday, giving the shelter staff more time to clean and disinfect. He said the staff is taking precautions to make sure they have totally eradicated the disease.
Smith said 30 dogs at the shelter had to be euthanized because of the virus. The staff had to assume that all the dogs at the shelter had been exposed, Smith said. He said some shelter dogs that showed symptoms were tested, and some results came back positive. [Read more…]
The Oak Ridge Animal Shelter on Belgrade Road is pictured above.
The Oak Ridge Animal Shelter will be closed until Tuesday, March 11, as a precaution to prevent the spread of canine distemper, authorities said.
Several dogs in the shelter are being tested after exhibiting symptoms of the disease, the Oak Ridge Police Department said in a press release. No cats have shown signs of distemper and are not susceptible to canine distemper. The virus can be passed from dog to dog through sneezing, coughing, and sharing food and water bowls. Wild animals can also spread the disease. Pet owners are encouraged to ensure their animals have been vaccinated.
Although all animals recently admitted to the shelter have been vaccinated, this will not benefit those infected prior to arrival, the release said. Pet owners recently adopting dogs from the shelter should contact the shelter if signs of canine distemper appear. Symptoms may include sneezing, coughing, discharge from the eyes and nose, depression, and loss of appetite. [Read more…]
Submitted
The pet of the day on Tuesday was Sheena. She’s a lonely but playful girl who wants a forever home! She would be a great lap cat with the occasional play time. Someone come save this precious girl from her cage and put her in your nice cozy home!
The Oak Ridge Animal Shelter is 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.
Hero: Pet of the Day
Submitted
Need a hero in your life? Here he is! Meet hero, a big lovable cat at Oak Ridge Animal Shelter. He loves being loved and belly rubs! He’s got a lot of love to give! Help us save lives and come adopt this big guy!
The Oak Ridge Animal Shelter is 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.
Two cases of canine distemper were recently confirmed by an Oak Ridge veterinarian’s office, city officials said.
Also, a dog adopted from the Oak Ridge Animal Shelter in January may have contracted distemper, the Oak Ridge Police Department said. It was not known if the adopted dog contracted the disease before or after being adopted.
As a precaution, all animals brought into the Oak Ridge Animal Shelter are being vaccinated on arrival. The shelter is separating dogs with any kind of cough or nasal discharge from dogs available for adoption. [Read more…]
Submitted
Baroo was the pet of the day on Saturday. He’s a lovable boy waiting for a forever home!
The Oak Ridge Animal Shelter is 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.
Submitted
Max was the pet of the day on Friday.
We really need to get some cats adopted, so why not consider Max? He is a sweet boy who’s been in the shelter for a while! If you’re looking for a handsome lap cat, Max is your man!
The Oak Ridge Animal Shelter is 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.
Submitted
This is Rachel, our pet of the day on Wednesday. She is a loving energetic girl who loves attention and would love someone who could give her a lot of play time! Come down and play with her at the Oak Ridge Animal Shelter.
The animal shelter is 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.
Submitted
Daniel is a sweet rambunctious boy! He may need a little training, but he would be a great life companion. Go down to the shelter today and visit this blue eyed beauty!
The Oak Ridge Animal Shelter is 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.
Submitted
Alice was the featured pet of the day on Tuesday. She has been at the shelter longer than most of the other cats. She appears to be between 2-3 years old and she REALLY wants out of her cage. She is very entertaining with her antics to get noticed. Please stop by the shelter today and give this sweet lady a second chance to have a home of her own.
The Oak Ridge Animal Shelter hours are 11-6 Tuesday-Saturday. The shelter is at 395 Belgrade Road directly behind Tractor Supply in Oak Ridge.
Submitted
Penny was the pet of the day on Thursday. She is a female Schnauzer mix who is very calm, a little timid, but very sweet. She loves to be held and snuggled. She is really just too cute!
Please stop the Oak Ridge Animal Shelter today and visit this adorable little dog. The shelter hours are Tuesday-Saturday 11 to 6. They are located on 395 Belgrade Road, directly behind Tractor Supply.
