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The Laramie Animal Shelter often receives donations of pet food from members of the community. Since the Shelter's budget accounts for feeding the pets that are housed at the Shelter, we turn these donated bags of dog and cat kibble around and place them back out in our community. Bags of donated kibble are stored at the Shelter and then provided to people that are having a tough time making it to the end of the month. That way, Fido and Fluffy can still have full tummies while their owners get back on their feet.

Usually we have plenty of this food available to turn back into our community but for some reason or another, our supplies have run a bit short. I was sniffing around yesterday and our shelves are almost empty! We have had lots of requests for free food this fall. Maybe it's the economy? Who knows. I'm just a dog...I don't understand all this talk about gas prices and mortgage companies. At any rate, our supplies are low. With this in mind, if you are looking to make a small donation and help a needy critter, consider dropping a bag of food, either cat or dog food, at the Laramie Animal Shelter. The Shelter is open Monday through Saturday from 12 noon until 5:30 pm. Your donation will help a pet stay comfortable and healthy.

While a full belly is the goal, we like to be sure that we can pass this food along to needy pets with confidence. With this in mind we do ask that only unopened bags be donated. If you make a donation of kibble, I'll make sure it gets passed along to a needy pet.

Our Featured Dog...

Maggie is a sweet gal looking for a new home. She is eager to please. She's working on her leash skills. She is learning quickly to walk on a leash. She is very intent on the person walking her though so sometimes she gets underfoot.

She is medium sized with a medium length red and white coat. She is active and playful. She enjoys attention and petting.

She will be spayed prior to adoption like all other animals from the Laramie Animal Shelter. She will need to have her vaccinations. She is not good with other dogs so she should go to a house where she will be an "only dog".

Our Featured Cat...

Seiko came into the Shelter very thin and dehydrated. She has "made up for lost time" by eating well and getting some much needed rest.

She is now seeking a good home. She will be spayed prior to adoption but she will need all of her shots.

She will come with a microchip for identification in case she should ever become lost.

Adopting a Friend...

Adopting a new friend and companion from the Laramie Animal Shelter is simply the best, most responsible way to add a companion animal to your life. Our adoptable animals can be seen by taking the "Check Out Our Adoptable Pets" link above. If you see someone you are interested in, stop by the Shelter during our normal business hours and a member of our staff will be happy to introduce you to the pet you are interested in.

Our adoption fees are: Dogs and Cats = $35 All Other Creatures = $10.

All dogs and cats adopted from the Laramie Animal Shelter are spayed or neutered at no cost to their adopters through the Laramie Animal Shelter Foundation's Spare a Litter campaign. All dogs and cats also come with a microchip for permanent identification in case they should ever become lost.

Below are our application forms. Please feel free to print them out and bring them with you when you come to the Shelter. If you elect to fax your application to the Shelter, be aware that we often require that existing pets be introduced successfully to pets being considered for adoption before an application will be approved and a new pet will be placed. Just because you may fax your paper application to the Shelter does not mean that the animal you are interested will be placed on hold for you when the paper application is received. The paper application is just one part of the application process. PLEASE CONTACT THE SHELTER AND SPEAK WITH A STAFF MEMBER IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THE APPLICATION PROCESS.

Cat Adoption Application Dog Adoption Application Rodent/Reptile/Bird Adoption Application

If you rent your home or a space in a mobile home park you will need to complete and submit the following form:

Landlord Agreement

Mousseing Around...

Rabbits are loveable, social animals that make wonderful companion pets.  However, like with other  pets, it's important for those considering rabbit adoption to learn about the needs of rabbits before deciding to add one to their lives.  Rabbits have a relatively long lifespan.  They can live 10 years or more.  They also have some specific requirements.  Here are some quick tips to start you on the road to proper rabbit care:

One of the first things you will need to decide is where and how to house your rabbit.  Rabbit owners should know that the best place for a rabbit to live is indoors.  Domestic rabbits do not tolerate extreme temperatures well, especially the heat of summer.  Rabbits are also particularly susceptible to predation, and can even be literally scared to death by the presence of a predator.  Once you have your rabbit safely inside the next choice is whether to cage your bunny or allow the bunny the run of the house.  If a rabbit is to be allowed the run of the house, the house will need to be bunny proofed.  Furnishing, curtains and especially electrical cords are hazards to bunnies as they like to chew.  These hazards can result in poisoning, injury or electrocution.  Caged rabbits need plenty of space to move around and the flooring of the cage needs to be comfortable for the rabbit's feet.  There should also be a place in the cage for the bunny to hide during more stressful times.  

Rabbits can be housetrained and it's relatively simple.  They will choose a corner to use as their "bathroom".  Once they have made their choice clear, simply provide a litter box in that location.  For bunnies that have the run of the house, it's a good idea to provide several boxes in different corners around the house.  This will improve the bunny's success rate.  For litter, stay away from wood shavings, especially cedar and pine.  These can cause liver damage or rigger allergic reactions in rabbits.  Also avoid clumping or dusty kitty litters, which can cause serious health problems if eaten.  Instead, stick with organic litters made of paper, wood pulp, or citrus.  Be sure to put fresh hay in the litter box daily, as many rabbits like to have a snack while they sit in the litter box.  

Next, it's on to diet.  Rabbits should not be expected to live on pellets alone.  A good rabbit diet will consist of a mix of Timothy hay (the main source of calories for a rabbit), green leafy vegetables and sparing amounts of certain treats and snacks like apples (without stems or seeds), blueberries, papaya, strawberries, pears, peaches, plums or melon  Pellets can be used to supplement the diet but they should be made of Timothy hay, not other substances like corn or alfalfa.  There are certain foods that rabbit owners should avoid.  These include iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, cabbage, corn, beans, peas, potatoes, beets, onions, rhubarb, bamboo, seeds, grains, and many others.  Also, don't feed your rabbit chocolate, candy, anything moldy, or most human foods.  

Next time around we will talk more about rabbit handling, rabbit veterinary care and spay/neuter.  If you would like to seek more information on your own, check out this link for useful information.  Rabbit Care Tips

Barking Issues...

Laramie Animal Control Officers get complaint calls from citizens concerning barking dogs. There is an ordinance that prohibits nuisance barking within the city limits during all times of day and night.

Officers respond initially to inform the dog owner of the complaint and offer ideas for the dog owner that might help them to correct the problem. At this time we also visit with the complainant (if they provide us with contact information) to provide them with a "barking dog log".

This log is a simple tool that will help the Officer determine if the complaint is valid and warrants a citation. We ask that the complainant maintain this log for a minimum of 48 consecutive hours. The log can then be returned to the Officer that initially responded to the complaint. The log will be evaluated to help the Officer establish the validity of the complaint. If the complaint appears to be valid then a citation can be issued.

Download Barking Dog Log Here