Pet of the Week: Mellow Morris

Eight-year-old cat is a favorite.

Morris is a loving and mellow cat that is approximately 8 years old. He has perfect manners and is a favorite among feline staff and volunteers. He is gentle with kids and likes other calm cats. Morris is FIV positive so he is a special needs adoption- he comes with 6 months of food from Treats Unleashed and has a reduced adoption fee.  If you want more information on Morris you can contact the shelter at 636-949-9918 or stop by Tuesday-Friday 2-6pm or noon-6pm on the weekends. Five Acres Animal Shelter is a 501c3 nonprofit organization located in St. Charles. Our mission is to end pet homelessness, promote responsible pet ownership and advocate for animal welfare. We are the only no kill shelter in St. Charles County and rely completely …

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Pet of the Week: Slim Jim, the Bloodhound

Check out these dogs and cat available for adoption.

Slim Jim  Slim Jim is a bloodhound mix who is one year old. He was found in a high kill shelter. Slim Jim gets along with dogs and cats. He should go to a home with bigger kids due to his size and be in a fenced yard. He has been neutered, microchipped, and is up to date on vaccinations.  About The Heartland Humane Society of Missouri The Heartland Humane Society is a 501(c)3 non-profit group of dedicated foster homes that gives abandoned, abused, and unwanted animals another chance for loving, permanent homes through our adoption program, following the no-kill philosophy. We reduce pet overpopulation in our community through collaboration with veterinarians, animal welfare organizations, and supportive individuals and organizations by …

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Pet of the Week: Meet Puffin the Poodle

Puffin is crate-trained and loves his foster mom.

Puffin is an eight-year-old male poodle weighing 9 pounds. He is blind in one eye but it doesn't affect him at all, he runs and plays just fine. He is very shy until he gets to know you and prefers women, men seem to scare him. He loves to sit with his foster mom and give kisses, he is a very sweet boy. Puffin is crate trained but needs work on his house training. Puffin's adoption fee is $100. Tag#6648 About The Heartland Humane Society of Missouri The Heartland Humane Society is a 501(c)3 non-profit group of dedicated foster homes that gives abandoned, abused, and unwanted animals another chance for loving, permanent homes through our adoption program, following the no-kill philosophy. We reduce pet overpopulation in our community …

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Do You Need A Dollar?

Three-year-old dog named 'Dollar' loves running in the yard.

Dollar is a 3-year-old pit shepherd mix. He is so sweet and loving and would do great in a home with kids. Dollar is potty trained and has good manners. He got his name because he was so hungry when a volunteer found him that he ate dollar rolls meant for the geese. He would do best as an only pet and needs a fenced in yard. He enjoys running in the yard and going for walks. Come meet him Tuesday – Friday 2-6 p.m. or Saturday and Sunday noon-6 p.m. Five Acres Animal Shelter is a 501c3 nonprofit organization located in St. Charles. Our mission is to end pet homelessness, promote responsible pet ownership and advocate for animal welfare. We are the only no kill shelter in St. Charles County and rely completely on private support. We rescue …

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Annabelle: Home for Christmas

Was it just a coincidence that the puppy on the rescue site was being fostered by friends?

(After the tragic loss of another pet, I started looking at dog rescue and adoption sites. My husband is fond of Aussies and Border Collies, so I looked up St. Louis Aussie Rescue. One pup jumped off the screen and into my heart. Imagine my surprise when just a few days later, the same pictures popped up on the Facebook page of a friend, Patch freelance photographer David Becker. His family was fostering the puppy, named Annabelle, and the rest is history. Here is Annabelle's side of the story.) What is your name? Annabelle, but my silly humans call me Anna, Annie, Annabee and Annie Fannie.  How old are you? 4 months Are you a dog, cat, bird or fish? What breed? Dog. I've heard my people saying I'm an Aussie or an Australian Shepherd. …

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Toby Located, in Need of Vet Care

The little dog who was rescued in traffic is still facing problems.

The little dog who was rescued by good Samaritans on a busy Lake Saint Louis street in freezing weather is now in the hands of someone who is trying to find him a good home. That search may be made more difficult unless someone is willing to get Toby the vet care he desperately needs. Lake Saint Louis contributor Anita Branson did not give up on the little Shih Tzu after her story about his rescue was published in Lake Saint Louis Patch Tuesday morning. Branson was concerned because the story did not have the happy ending she had hoped for, and she was worried about the little dog's fate. "The couple who rescued him from traffic, Ken and Diane Beaty, found out that he was microchipped and were able to get the name of the original breeder. …

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"Angel" Rescues Dog in Traffic

The little dog who was down on his luck met the right person at the right time.

On Wednesday, Dec. 15, Lake Saint Louis experienced a freezing rain that quickly made everything slick and covered with a layer of ice. Out in the harsh weather was a little black and white dog with a bad eye, weighing maybe seven pounds. He was in dire need of someone to swoop in and save him. Driving down Lake Saint Louis Boulevard near the fire station, Ken and Diane Beaty were headed towards their Lake Saint Louis home. They noticed cars stopping in the road ahead of them. And then they saw him. "I don't know why I did it" said Diane. As her husband stopped the truck, Diane jumped out, stopped the on-coming traffic and scooped the bedraggled dog protectively into her arms. As soon as they got him to their home, the dog's angel quickly …

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Christmas Shopping for the Pet Lover

Make pet care easier for the animal lover.

It may not seem like you're buying gifts for an animal lover when the presents are for the pets, but selections like these can be enjoyed by our furry friends while making their care more convenient. Are your cockatiel's claws too sharp?  Is Rex getting too big to share the bed?  Get a gift for a friend, and their friends too! Have you ever been out late and missed feeding the dog?  It's no problem when you have automatic feeders and water fountains.  Pick up a basic water dispenser for $7.49 from PetLand, or an electronic one from Walmart for $37.  Walmart also offers a portion-control feeder for $58, so you can make sure your pet always has something to eat, without being overfed. I love to let my cats sleep with me, but every time I …

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