SPCA Weekly Newsletter

By Janice Gonzalez
Photos courtesy of Sandra Briones (www.sandorafoto.com)


ADORABLE DOG SPOTLIGHT…Liz

Liz is a two year old mixed breed who was rescued from the Acopio here in Puerto Vallarta.

She and her four puppies were brought to the SPCA Casita. Although the father in unknown, they made beautiful puppies together.

She is an incredibly beautiful, loving mom. She and her four puppies, two males (Rolo and Moka) and two females (Sasha and Mary Jane) have been an absolute joy to be around. It has been delightful to watch this family grow into active playful young dogs.

Liz is a well-mannered loving little dog, who relishes her one-on-one time and attention. Now that the puppies have been weaned and she has been spayed it is time for Liz to find her forever home.

To see all the animals available for adoption, visit our website (www.spcapv.com or www.spcapv.blogspot.com). The SPCA PV will continue to host adoption events at both Biblioteca Los Mangos and the Farmer’s Market every Saturday from 10am - 2pm. Biblioteca Los Mangos is located on Francisco Villa around the corner from Costco.

The Farmer’s Market is being held in Paradise Community Center in Olas Altas.


ADORABLE CAT SPOTLIGHT…

We have some of the most adorable cats and kittens just awaiting adoption. Serafina here is just one example.
We have a number of felines of all ages looking for forever homes. They are currently being cared for by a few of our dedicated volunteers and brought to the library each Saturday.

If you can’t think about a “forever” home for some of these animals, please do consider fostering. It is a great chance to volunteer and to help rescue the many needy animals in our community.

If you can assist, please contact us via our website (www.spcapv.com) or send an email to spcapv@gmail.com.


ADOPTION REPORT

Unfortunately no dogs were adopted but one kitten (Slick) found her new home.

Muffin, who was adopted on the 5th of March, came by with his new owner and looks absolutely great! He has grown and seems very happy. The woman who adopted him is totally in love with him.

And here are a few photos from some recent adoptions of Elsa, Teddy and D.J.

Special thanks for some donations: On gentleman donated a bunch of towels which were sent to the Casita. Ann Armstrong, from the Four Seasons Resort, donated an extra-large dog kennel and collars.

Debra, our volunteer, donated a bag of dog food, which was sent to the Acopio.

A small Chihuahua mix is missing and the owners are very anxious to get him back.

He went missing from the Emiliano Zapata area in Old Town. He is one year old, unneutered, and black with white spots.
His name is Lucas and there is an excellent reward. If you have any information, please contact Jesus Alonso Mota Colin, Col.Emiliano Zapata, V.Carranza 419, or phone: 312 137 4662.

The Acopio is having a fund raiser on the 7th of May at 7pm at the Ristorante Prego which is located behind Gold`s Gym and in front of Canto Del Sol.

Tickets are $250 pesos and include dinner, dessert and drinks plus live music by our own volunteer Angeles and her band. For tickets contact Angeles at 322 120 7576.

Once again many thanks to our hard working volunteers who make it such an enjoyable day for the dogs, kittens and all of us: Kelly, Debra, Brian, Amber, Marge, Sandra, Maya, Xhuitil, Angeles, Fernando and new volunteers Ada, Abraham, Emmanuel and Alfonso.

A fond farewell to our volunteer Brian, who is returning home to Ontario, Canada. But thankfully, he will be coming back to us in November.

Thank you Brian for all the help you have given us at the Library every Saturday. We have so enjoyed having you there and will miss you very much. Safe journey home!!!! But hurry back!!!!!

To see all the animals available for adoption, visit our website (www.spcapv.com or www.spcapv.blogspot.com). The SPCA PV will continue to host adoption events at both Biblioteca Los Mangos and the Farmer’s Market every Saturday from 10am - 2pm.

Biblioteca Los Mangos is located on Francisco Villa around the corner from Costco.

The Farmer’s Market is being held in Paradise Community Center in Olas Altas.
BEHAVIOR TRAINING

And this from Mark McCoy: “Last Tuesday was the first of a series of 4 dog training classes. We had 16 dogs participating, which is about the maximum that the trainers can handle. Most of the 2 hours was spent with the owners practicing getting their dog to sit and walk properly on a leash.

In addition a very effective technique was demonstrated that in 2 minutes will stop a dog from jumping up on people. Mike and Sherry Munson have trained over 7000 dogs all over the world and their dog training skills were very impressive.

This week’s class will focus on inter-animal aggression.”

More dog owners are now requesting to attend the next series of 4 classes. For every 15 new requests we receive we will schedule another series of classes.

All classes will be conducted in the late afternoon at the Community Center (Farmer’s Market). The cost for each class is 150 pesos. I

f you would like to observe a class without bringing a dog there is no charge. Please e-mail Mark McCoy at mmccoy777@aol.com if you would like to be added to the waiting list for the next series of classes.


INFORMATIVE ARTICLE

We want to thank Gretchen Dewitt for bringing to our attention some great information regarding your re-vaccination, or vaccination for previously vaccinated dogs and older puppies.

We have reproduced a wonderful article on the subject in our newsletter obtained from this website (http://www.caberfeidh.com/Revax.htm)