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Donations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Wondering How to Help?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Donations are necessary for almost all nonprofit organizations to operate, but this is especially true for animal rescue organizations and shelters. With so many homeless dogs and little to no support from the government, private donations are the backbone of shelters and clinics like Auburn Valley Humane Society and Northwest Spay and Neuter Center.  Want to know how you can help the animals we care for?  Read on!  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It might seem obvious, but money is at the top of every shelter\u2019s wish list.  Auburn Valley Humane Society and Northwest Spay and Neuter Center work on tight budgets and can always use additional funds to provide care for more pets. Pets that are being surrendered these days are often coming to the shelter with preexisting medical conditions, or in need of dental or spay and neuter surgery.  Funds that come to the shelter go directly to providing high quality care and nutritious food for our animals as long as they are with us.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A huge chunk of our shelter\u2019s budget is spent on food, especially because there are usually a lot of animals in the shelter. Donating pet food, dry and wet is a big BIG help.  We\u2019ve outlined what we know our furry friends love in our donate section, and have included that at the end of this entry.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Adopting a dog or cat or other pet is one way to help any animal rescue shelter, but it\u2019s not the only one. If you can\u2019t provide a forever home for an animal in need at this time, you can always donate money or supplies to help Auburn Valley Humane Society and Northwest Spay and Neuter Center run with less stress, even on a tight budget.  The animals thank you from the bottom of their big, furry hearts.  We\u2019ve created sections within each page to help you streamline your search: Things<\/a> and Money<\/a>  Your support means the world to us! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dental Services<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Does My Pet Need Dental Care?\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the causes for pet surrenders can be the mounting cost of veterinary care.  Unfortunately, some pets have issues that go undetected because they lack regular, preventive wellness care.  When adhering to regularly scheduled veterinary visits, your pet\u2019s teeth will be checked at the same time they are examined for parasites and other issues.  Why are dental exams so important for pets, you ask?  We\u2019ll tell you!  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the American Veterinary Dental Association, up to 80% of dogs and 70% of cats have some form of dental disease by the time they reach the age of 3. When left unchecked, dental disease can result in pain, tooth decay, tooth loss, and infection, both of the tissues in the mouth and the vital organs of the body. Poor oral health can significantly decrease your pet\u2019s lifespan, which is a terrible outcome!  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Just like people, pets require comprehensive dental examinations and cleanings to maintain good oral health throughout their lifetime. Professional exams and cleanings require the pet to be under general anesthesia. This allows veterinarians and staff to examine the entire mouth, probe and clean each tooth, and take dental x-rays to get an accurate picture of what is happening both above and below the gumline.  Establishing a baseline is a great place to start if dental care has not been a part of your veterinary schedule so far.  We\u2019ll even offer you some tips to try at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Home pet dental care is the cornerstone of good oral health. The idea of brushing your pet\u2019s teeth may not seem fun or likely, but we assure you that with patience and persistence most pets can learn to tolerate, and even enjoy, tooth-brushing. Some ideas to help you get started are as follows: <\/p>\n\n\n\n