November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month.  The Beverly Animal Shelter has a better idea – Foster a Senior.  What is fostering?  You take the animal home to a real house and a deserving animal is given time to be a human companion again.  You might see a real change in their behavior.  The barking or jumping dog at the Shelter may be quiet and reserved once in a home away from the constant activity of the Shelter.  The quiet cat may become more outgoing in a home of its own.  Who knows?  This “test-drive” might become a permanent relationship.  All of the following are available for Fostering.

TRES’ & ANNIE 

An unclaimed stray, Tres’ (pronounced “tray”) is a black shorthaired Terrier mix who is gracefully graying.  She’s a gentle lady who knows the sit command.  A patient, loving girl who has been at the Shelter too long, Tres’ weighs in at a slender 35 pounds and would be happy to be your new forever friend.  She is up to date on her vaccinations and spayed. 
Mostly white Annie is believed to be an Australian Shepherd mix.  Although Annie loves children, she also does love to chase a cat or two.  She is estimated to be 4 to 5 years old and weighs around 40 pounds.  Annie is a lovable girl who misses the family atmosphere.  She is housebroken, spayed and up to date on her vaccinations.

YELLER & PETER

Buff colored, longhaired, Yeller, a quiet boy who does not “yell”, has been at the Shelter since 2007.  You may not see him when you visit there; shy Yeller spends his time hiding or spending time with the (human) ladies.  With his exotic looking eyes and enchanting demeanor, 6 to 7 year old Yeller is sure to win your heart.  He is neutered and up to date on his vaccinations.
Handsome, red and white shorthaired, Peter, was found at the ARC back in December 2008.  An older fellow, Peter would prefer to live in a less crowded household.  Quite the “chubs”, Peter has a slight limp from his arthritis.  Just a sweet old guy, Peter is neutered and up to date on his vaccinations.

AMY & FUZZER (II) 

Although she is only about 2 years old, mostly white, diminutive Calico, Amy is hoping to be an “only cat”.  Having lost an eye, she is frightened by other cats and needs a quiet home.  Affectionate Amy is spayed and up to date on her vaccinations.  Not pictured, beautiful shorthaired Calico, Splashes is over ten years old and eagerly hoping for a loving home in which to live out her final years.
Not really sure how old Fuzzer (II) may be, but he is generally considered to be older than 5 years.  Fuzzer is a big boy with hints of Maine Coon in his ancestry.  His silky white fur with “Tiger” patches is medium to long, he has tufts of extra long fur in his ears and most of all, Fuzzer has the loving personality of the Maine Coon.  He loves to be petted and held.  Fuzzer(II) is up to date on his vaccinations and neutered.

LAST WEEK’S PETS  -  Last week’s leftovers, including sweet canine, Jasmine, and the felines, Nightshade, Bubbie, Lilac and Alex, remain waiting for their forever home.  Ben is happy to announce he has an adoption in the works.

SHELTER NEWS  -
Special Thanks go out to the Auburn Home Depot for their assistance with Jenna’s building.  Also, BAS is sending Special Thanks out to the Students from Hobart and William & Smith Colleges in Geneva for their outstanding cleanup of the Shelter in service to the community.

Christmas is not that far away.  Santa will visit the Beverly Animal Shelter on Sunday, December 6th from noon till 4:00 PM.  Jamie Hughes, official photographer for BAS, will be there to take your pets’ picture with Santa.  For a $5.00 contribution you will receive one 5 x 7 photo along with two 4 x 6 photos. 

Sunday, November 15th, Dano’s Heuriger on Seneca Lake (located at 9564 Route 414 - just south of Lodi, NY) will be holding a Shalestone Winemaker Dinner to Benefit the Beverly Animal Shelter beginning at 5:00PM.  For more information, check their website http://www.danosonseneca.com/index.html.

 
Jenna’s building construction is progressing.  Thanks go out to all the generous contributors, especially those of you who have purchased the doors and windows for the building! Each door and window will have a plaque, which will be purchased shortly, recognizing your generosity.  Only $15,000 more is needed to complete the building.  Are you aware that Dallyn plans to do Spay & Neuter Clinics on sight?   Let’s get the building finished and put to good use before Winter sets in!!!

Many thanks go out to the generous supporters who continue to make the Beverly Animal Shelter viable.

The Beverly Animal Shelter is currently participating with the Auburn SPCA in the SOS - Shelter Outreach Service (aka Save Our Shelter from the overflow of unwanted animals) Discounted Spay and Neuter Clinics held in Auburn.  Those people adopting Puppies and/or Kittens from the Shelter will be required at adoption to make their deposit to participate in this clinic.  The NYS Spay/Neuter program is no longer available to residents in Seneca County.  The SOS clinic is also open to members of the community who have not adopted from the Shelter.  A reservation and deposit are required.  Please contact the Shelter at 539-9357 for more information.

The Shelter is (as it usually is) in need of laundry (detergent and bleach) and cleaning supplies.  Also needed are cat litter and paper towels, regular towels and blankets. 

We have taken in quite a few stray dogs in recent weeks.  Please, if you have lost your dog, do call the shelter.  Do not wait for an advertisement of “found dog” to appear.  UPDATE: The BAS online site will now have a list of 'found' pets.  If you are missing a pet, please check the site.

The Beverly Animal Shelter is now collecting your old cell phones.  When the Shelter sends the phones in, they receive a small donation in return.

BAS, in partnership with Seneca Humane Society, participates in the Purina Pets for Seniors program.  Purina provides a partial adoption-fee rebate to anyone 60 or older who adopts a pet.

Please be a responsible pet owner.  Spay and neuter your pets to prevent more unwanted animals.  ONLY YOU can prevent the overflow of kittens that begins each Spring and carries on into the Fall.