Can we get diseases from our pets?
The answer is yes. The term for the spread of disease from pets to people is called “Zoonoses.”
Hookworms and roundworms: There are numerous ways in which to pick up these parasites; handling infected soil, while you are weeding or digging in soil, walking in sand that has been used by animals, and cleaning up our pet’s feces. Washing your hands and not touching your face before doing so helps eliminate the spread.
Ringworm is a contagious infection. It is not a worm. It is so named because of the red ring you will see on the skin. Rabies can be transmitted from dogs, bats, skunks, foxes, and raccoons to humans.
The rabies virus is found in the saliva. When the animal bites the human it is transferred. The rule is always…if you think you have any symptoms seek medical treatment by your doctors. If you see anything that is not normal with your pet – seek veterinary care.
Our policy on strays
All stray dogs and cats are vaccinated upon arrival for their safety and the safety of the other dogs and cats. They are also neutered and spayed on the sixth (6) day. All costs are the responsibility of the owner claiming the dog. Strays are held for five (5) days and then are for adoption.
Wish list
Any and all cash/check donations are greatly appreciated and very much needed.
We really need cat litter right now. Kitten season has already started!
We are looking for land to be donated. We need a shelter. We take in from 300-400 dogs a year. We also take in hundreds of cats and kittens. Because we don’t have a facility to allow us more room, we have to turn away animals. None of us in this wonderful community want that.
Please save blankets for us as the critters love to snuggle in at night. We need nylabones for the dogs and toys for our kittens right now.
You can drop all donations of food, toys, blankets, etc. at Orofino Builders Supply. Steve and Leila Crockett continue to be animal lovers and great supporters. Thank you for thinking of us!
Remember, your donations are tax deductible.
Our mailing address is: Clearwater Humane Society, P.O. Box 2063, Orofino, ID 83544.
For adoption:
By appointment only
Any questions call
476-9823
#4 Maverick – Two-year-old male Bassett/Shepherd X. Loves to run and play.
We also have other dogs, cats and kittens not pictured. Please call for information!
For any information on any of our animals, call 476-9823. Please leave your name, telephone number, why you are calling and speak clearly and slowly.
Lost and found
#2 Found in Cavendish – older male Black Lab wearing a collar with no tags. If you know where this dog belongs, please call 476-9823.
If you find a stray dog, please contain the dog and call. Many times I get a call from someone that has a stray but by the time I get there the person calling says the dog ran off. Please contain in a yard or tie the dog until I get there. We want to keep these poor dogs safe and either find their owners or get them a wonderful lifetime home.
All stray dogs and cats are vaccinated and wormed upon arrival for their safety and the safety of the other dogs and cats. They are also neutered and spayed after a five (5) day waiting period. All costs are the responsibility of the owner claiming the dog or cat. Strays are held for five days and then are up for adoption.
If you recognize any of the above strays and know who the owner is, please call. We want to get these wonderful dogs and cats back to their homes. Call 476-9823.