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HELP OUR LOCAL SHELTER WIN A MILLION DOLLAR MAKEOVER. CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION The local shelters need your help adopting or fostering these animals. For more information, call these local shelters. Alachua County Humane Society 352-373-5855 Puppy Hill Farms 352-473-3605 Gainesville Pet Rescue 352-331-1087 Helping Hands Animal Rescue 352-281-4358 Haile's Angels Pet Rescue 352-377-6003 For adoptions or fostering in Ocala: Humane Society of Ocala 352-854-8230 For adoptions or fostering in Lake City: Lake City Animal Shelter 386-752-4702 Ask a Vet Tune into WCJB's Morning Edition for Ask a Vet with Dr. Sandi Huffman. If you have a question you would like to ask Dr. Huffman, e-mail Amanda Decker at adecker@wcjb.com, and we'll ask your question live on air at 6 AM. Pets of the Week Did you miss our adopt a pet segment? Want to find the perfect pet to fit into your family? Here are the two pets featured on this week's Adopt a Pet. PERCY - ID#A393071 My name is Percy and I am a neutered male, orange tabby Domestic Shorthair mix. The shelter staff think I am about 3 months old I have been at the shelter since Jun 18, 2008. CHAMI - ID#A392203 My name is Chami and I am a spayed female, brown tabby Domestic Shorthair mix. The shelter staff think I am about 7 years old. I have been at the shelter since Jun 03, 2008. WALL E - ID#A393399 My name is Wall e and I am a male, tan and black German Shepherd Dog mix. The shelter staff think I am about 3 months old I have been at the shelter since Jun 24, 2008.   Morning Edition's Picks of the Week Here are the pets that we think deserve a loving home. They have been at the shelter longer than the other animals. MISTY - ID#A387507 My name is Misty and I am a spayed female, black Domestic Shorthair mix. The shelter staff think I am about 4 months old I am part of the New Hope program. My adoption fees are reduced! I have been at the shelter since Mar 19, 2008. COURAGE - ID#A390170 My name is Courage and I am a male, orange tabby and white Domestic Shorthair mix. The shelter staff think I am about 3 months old I am part of the New Hope program. My adoption fees are reduced! I have been at the shelter since May 02, 2008. ALADDIN - ID#A393133 My name is Aladdin and I am a neutered male, buff Labrador Retriever mix. The shelter staff think I am about 11 months old I have been at the shelter since Jun 19, 2008. FLORA - ID#A393159 My name is Flora and I am a spayed female, brown brindle American Pit Bull Terrier and Labrador Retriever. The shelter staff think I am about 11 months old I have been at the shelter since Jun 19, 2008. If you would like more information on adopting these pets, or another pet, please contact the Alachua County Animal Services shelter: www.petharbor.com 352-264-6870 If you would like to access the animal shelters around Alachua county, please click on the Maddies Pet Rescue link. Dr. Sandi Huffman's Pet Tips July 4th Safety Tips (Jul 1, 2008) This July 4th holiday, pets may be spooked by the loud noises and bright lights. But Dr. Huffman has some tips on keeping them safe this holiday weekend! Read More The "Butt-Scoot" Boogie (May 6, 2008) Why does my dog or cat scoot his butt on the floor? The quick answer is it itches or hurts. Read More Blowing the Whistle (Mar 7, 2008) Recent news stories have highlighted some irresponsible pet owners who have neglected or abused their animals. Concerned citizens have contacted authorities, who have found deplorable conditions for some pets, and sometimes even have led to breeders of Read More Cats in Heat (Feb 22, 2008) Doctor Sandi Huffman tells us when cats go into heat, and how we can tell. Read More Overweight and Obese Pets (Feb 8, 2008) Pet obesity is one of the biggest problems in veterinary practices today. Pets are becoming more like family members and are always at our sides when we're eating. But... Dr. Sandi Huffman says... FAT IS NOT CUTE! Read More Pets as Presents (Dec 19, 2007) A pet can be the most wonderful, giving present you could ever give or receive. But, if the recipient is not ready or willing to care for that animal for the pet's lifetime, it's probably not a good idea. Read More New Pet Products (Nov 16, 2007) Dr. Sandi Huffman tells us about two new pet products for cats and dogs. Read More Zoonotic Intestinal Parasites (Nov 2, 2007) Learn the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of worms and parasites Read More Halloween Safety Tips for Pets (Oct 19, 2007) Dr. Huffman has tips on keeping pets safe around Halloween. Read More Pit Bull Overpopulation (Aug 24, 2007) The recent Michael Vick/Pit Bull fighting tourture case has once again put this breed in the spotlight. Read More [1] [2] next