November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month

New Rochelle Humane Society (New Rochelle, New York 10801) reminds us that November is Adopt-a-Senior-Pet Month! Senior pets can, and do, bond very strongly with adopters. Many seem to understand that they have been given another chance at a happy life and are grateful for the opportunity to love someone, and be loved in return.

Below are just a few of the many benefits of adopting a senior pet!

What You See Is What You Get

Senior pets are open books – from the start, you’ll know important things like their full grown size, personality and individual needs. All of this information makes it easier to pick the right pet and forge that instant love connection that will last a lifetime.

If you’re not into surprises, a senior pet is for you!

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Farm Sanctuary Reel Life Video Series: Episode 3

In episode three of Farm Sanctuary’s new video series, Reel Life at Farm Sanctuary, National Shelter Director Susie Coston talks a whole lot of turkey and introduces you to some special birds in our New York Shelter flock. Turkeys are fascinating animals, so watch now to learn more about them, and then visit the Adopt-a-Turkey Project web site to find out how you can help save lives this Thanksgiving holiday season.

Didn’t see episodes one and two of Reel Life? No worries – you can catch up with them here:

Episode One: Pasture Rotation
Episode Two: Chicken Nutrition

About Farm Sanctuary

Farm Sanctuary is the nation’s leading farm animal protection organization. Since incorporating in 1986, Farm Sanctuary has worked to expose and stop cruel practices of the “food animal” industry through research and investigations, legal and institutional reforms, public awareness projects, youth education, and direct rescue and refuge efforts. Farm Sanctuary shelters in Watkins Glen, N.Y., and Orland, Calif., provide lifelong care for hundreds of rescued animals, who have become ambassadors for farm animals everywhere by educating visitors about the realities of factory farming. Additional information can be found on the Farm Sanctuary web site or by calling 607-583-2225.

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Pet Photos with Santa and Holiday Boutique

When: Saturday, December 4, 2010 from 10 am to 4 pm

Where: Escondido Humane Society, 3450 East Valley Parkway, Escondido, California 92027

Santa himself will be making a special visit to the Escondido Humane Society to bring good tidings and holiday cheer to animals in need at Pet Photos with Santa and Holiday Boutique. Whether naughty or nice, all pets can meet Santa and have their photo taken with him. For a $10 donation to EHS, you will receive a keepsake 4×6 photo; for an additional $10 you can get a CD with the digital files, just in time to create holiday cards with the entire family.

Those who don’t have pets but still want to bring joy to homeless animals can stop by the Holiday Boutique and bake sale, where gifts for dogs and cats and homemade presents for people and pets will be available.

Pet Photos with Santa and Holiday Boutique is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 4 at EHS, 3450 E. Valley Parkway. Appointments can be made by calling (760) 888-2235, but walk-in (and wag-ins!) are welcome.

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Humane Society of Huron Valley’s Annual Vegetarian Dinner Will Roast Local Morning Radio Host, Martin Bandyke

When: Tuesday, November 9, 2010 from 5:30 pm to 10:30 pm

Where: Barton Hill Country Club, Ann Arbor, Michigan

The Humane Society of Huron Valley’s (Ann Arbor, Michigan 48105) annual “Compassionate Feast” vegetarian fundraising dinner will be held on Tuesday, November 9th at Barton Hill Country Club in Ann Arbor. This year’s dinner will include a special roast of Martin Bandyke.

“We are very excited to be able to thank, and roast, Martin Bandyke, morning radio host of Ann Arbor’s 107.1 fm.  Martin has been a voice for our animals and helps us find homes for many homeless pets with his weekly “Pet-of-the-Week” segment,” said Deb Kern, HSHV Marketing Director.

The elegant multi-course feast features a scrumptious menu designed by Executive Chefs Bill Collins, Dak Zorn and Renee Hogge. Barton Hills will be dressed up for the evening, complete with floral arrangements donated by Tom Thompson florist.

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