If you love dogs and cats, you don't want to miss the next Super Adoption which will be held on May 10, 2008 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at O'Neill Park on the Fresno State University campus (on the north side of Barstow Avenue, between Cedar and Chestnut).
Click on the "Super Adoption" button to the left for answers to the most frequently asked questions about this event.
Over 400 of our valley shelters' best and most beautiful dogs and cats, puppies and kittens will be on hand, ready for you to meet and adopt. All breeds, sizes, colors and personality types will be included and our rescue volunteers are experts at helping to match you with just the right animal companion. These dogs and cats have been primped and polished and will be on their best behavior, hoping to impress you and win your heart!
Even if you aren't thinking about adopting, come and enjoy the dozens of interesting information booths featuring animal rescue and shelter groups, groomers, veterinarians, trainers, pet supply vendors and others. The kids will enjoy face painting, the toy area and other kids activities while adults can settle back with refreshments and listen to live music.
Working Together to Bring About an End to the Suffering of Valley Animals
The Central Valley Coalition for Animals is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that was formed in January 2002 to serve as a community collaboration of animal rescue and shelter groups in the Central Valley. The Coalition provides support services to animal rescue groups and shelters, including pro bono legal services, education and training programs, networking, joint fundraising and volunteer coordination. The Coalition also promotes the welfare of all animals through humane education, recognition of animal advocates, and special campaigns. In April of 2002 the Coalition’s initial Advisory Board, composed of representatives from the rescue and shelter groups in Fresno and Madera Counties, met to develop the Homeless Pet Crisis Project Plan. This plan included the evaluation of the pet overpopulation problem in the Central Valley, and since that time the Coalition’s activities have been designed to implement that plan and bring about an end to homeless pets. Since its inception, the Coalition has been engaged in the following activities:
Tracking the number of animals being handled by Valley shelter and rescue groups.
Helping to develop cooperative spay/neuter programs.
Increasing pet adoptions by coordinating events like the Super Adoption
Expanding media coverage of animal issues by co-sponsoring the production of a local Animal Directory given free to all media organizations
"Recognizing local individuals who make a difference in the lives of Valley animals through the annual "Compassion In Action" Award.
Laws in Fresno County for Dog Guardians
Every dog living in Fresno County must have a dog license. To obtain one, contact the Central California SPCA, 103 S. Hughes Avenue, Fresno, California 93706; telephone (559) 233-7722 or 485-5335. Dog licenses may also be obtained at the Fresno County Hall of Records.
The following laws apply to unaltered dogs:
1. The owner/guardian of an unaltered female dog shall not allow more than one litter per year.
2. No puppy may be sold, adopted, bartered or otherwise transferred or given away until the puppy is at least 8 weeks of age.
3. Advertisements for the sale or give away of any dog must include the unaltered dog license number of the mother of the litter. This number must also be provided to any person who receives a puppy and must be included on any receipt.
4. The owner/guardian of an unaltered female dog who has a litter must provide to all persons who receive puppies an application for a Fresno County dog license.
Fresno County Municipal Code, Section 9.04.045
Sale and Other Transfer of Dogs and Cats.
1. It is illegal to give away any dog or cat as a prize or inducement to enter into any contest, lottery, drawing, game or competition.
2. It is illegal to give away a dog or cat as an inducement to enter a place of business or to enter into a business arrangement.
3. It is illegal to sell or give away any dog or cat at a swap meet, in any public place or in front of any business not owned by him/her.
4. It is illegal to sell, give or trade a dog or cat to a minor (person under 18 years of age) without the written permission of one of the minor's parents or legal guardians.
Every year, more than 80,000 dogs and cats, puppies and kittens are killed in valley shelters because there are not enough homes for these beautiful, loving animals. The primary cause of the valley's dog and cat overpopulation crisis is intentional and unintentional breeding. If you are a responsible pet guardian, your dog or cat is spayed or neutered.
Contact any of the following compassionate organizations which offer low cost spay/neuter services.
* H.O.P.E. Animal Foundation Spay and Neuter Clinic (559) 271-0209
($45 spay/$35 neuter for cats; $65 spay/$55 neuter for dogs; $20 for spay/neuter of a feral cat in a trap. Medi-Cal recipients: $20 cat spay/neuter and $40 dog spay/neuter.) For more information go to http://www.hopeaf.com/
* California Feline Foundation/Valley Animal Center (559) 650-3122
($35 spay/ $30 neuter for a cat/kitten over 8 weeks of age)
* Kings River Veterinary Hospital (559) 638-8252
($40 spay/$20 neuter; $50 if pregnant)
* Central California SPCA (telephone 559-233-7722) AT 108 S. Hughes Avenue in Fresno has the Gennuso Spaying and Neutering Trust Fund which offers low cost or free spay/neuter services for low income families. To see if you qualify, go to the CCSPCA website at www.ccspca.com/spay_neuter.htm
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