KCAC Pet of the Week: Penny
Aren't puppies wonderful? Their mischief-making keeps everyone on their toes.
As much laughter as they elicit because of their antics, at the end of the day, they are a lot of work. Keeping them out of trouble takes vigilance, puppy-proofing the home, vet visits and making sure the puppy is entertained and trained.
Older dogs with a few years behind them are the ones that are like warm blankets on a winter's night, easy to cuddle, fun to snuggle. They appreciate all the love and caring their owners' throw their way as they settle into a comfortable routine.
Unfortunately, they're the ones that oftentimes wind up spending their last days in a shelter abandoned, and alone. These dogs are many times overlooked for adoption purely because of their age.
Just like Penny, a 7-year-old spayed brown brindle Pit Bull terrier owner-surrendered through no fault of her own. It's easy to tell she once had an owner because she seems to really do well on a leash, which is an added bonus for someone who enjoys walks and keeping active.
She loves a good squeaky toy or two or three to play with. Actually, the more the merrier. Throw them and she's all in with hunting them down to make them squeak.
As far as getting petted goes, Penny is definitely not averse to it. In fact, a few scratches and soft petting sessions are mandatory for any family that decides to give her a fur-ever home.
Penny seems to like other dogs, although she will politely reprimand the younger ones that jump on her. If she meets an older dog that is as calm as she is, she will allow the other dog to sniff her and even give them an introductory play bow.
Recently, Penny introduced herself to an unaltered male. Immediately, both of them became a mirror image of each other as they play bowed and then quietly laid down together, neither dog showing any aggression. By the end of the introduction, they were practically best buddies.
Penny definitely answers the question of whether you can teach an old dog new tricks because she's working on the “down" command and already knows how to sit and shake.
You're never too old learn, are you pretty girl?
KCAC Update
Congratulations to our little girl, Misty, a 10-month old brown and black Domestic Shorthair!
Her new parents fell in love with this once pregnant stray cat that gave birth at KCAC.
Unfortunately, only one of her kittens made it. But she soldiered on and fostered other kittens at the shelter who needed a mom. All of them got adopted which just proves you never know how another life is going to impact yours.
Once her parenting duties were over, she became the sweetest little girl to ever climb to the top of our cat room.
We are so happy for you, Misty! Keep on climbing!
How to Adopt
For more information regarding Kane County Animal Control's adoptable animals and for an adoption application, please go to www.kanecountypets.org.
All Kane County Animal Control adoptable cats and dogs are spayed/neutered, microchipped, up-to-date on all vaccines including rabies. They are tested for feline leukemia/FIV and heartworm.
The adoption fee for dogs is $200 and $100 for cats. Adoption of two dogs is $300 and it is $150 to adopt two cats.
“Old dogs, like old shoes, are comfortable. They might be a bit out of shape and a little worn around the edges, but they fit well." – Bonnie Wilcox, American author, Old Dogs, Old Friends: Enjoying Your Older Dog
