Helping hands and paws helps the whole world. Here are a few ways you can help both animals and their people around the country and the world..
Don't forget, you can help the animals and people of earthquake devastated Haiti by clicking on the links on the SuperPetLife homepage. The Animal Rescue Site functions on a simple premise, they have lots of businesses who pay to advertise on The Animal Rescue Site. When you click, The Animal Rescue Site display ads from their site sponsors. 100% of the money from these advertisers goes to our charity partners , who fund programs to provide food and care for rescued animals.
The Animal Rescue Site store also gives a portion of every purchase to our charity partners. You can even help by sending free e-cards from the site. Of course, they take donations too.
If you want to stay closer to home, head over to petfinder.com and look up your local shelters and rescue groups. They can always use extra help, especially during these tough economic times.
There are lots of groups around the country who are giving help to those in need to care for their pets. At this difficult time, people are often forced to choose between feeding their pets and feeding their children. These groups help by offering free food and veterinary services to families so they can keep their pets. If you can, this is a great way to help others. You can read more about these groups or find one to donate to in my Detroit Dogs Examiner article, "Michigan and national groups are working to help people keep their pets."
All Creatures ULC
In all of the world’s great faiths, we are taught that we, as humans, are stewards of the wonders of Creation. It is a serious responsibility, and with it, can come great joy and self-discovery.
Some people criticize the amount and cost of care given to pets. People are more important, they say. Care for poor people instead of poodles. And certainly our needy fellow humans should not be neglected.
However, we believe every creature is important. The love we give to a pet, and receive from a pet, can draw us more deeply into the larger circle of life, into the wonder of our common relationship to our Creator.
“If dogs don’t go to heaven, then when I die, I want to go where they went.”~ Will Rogers
All Creatures ULC provides an array of services including pet blessings, naming and birthing ceremonies, adoption celebrations, pet loss grief support, memorial services, prayers for animals who are sick or injured, and many other services.
We will come to a clinic or hospital to comfort the bereaved, hold hands (and hearts) during surgery or euthanasia, and perform pet memorial services at your home, in a park, or anywhere else you choose.
We have pets of our own, and have a sincere compassion for the difficult times pet owners experience and the lack of understanding people sometimes face concerning their beloved pets.
Rev. Claudia Barber, Pastor Rev. Arleen S. Barber, Associate Pastor
“Man’s fate is like that of the animals; the same fate awaits them both: As one dies, so dies the other. All have the same breath, man has no advantage over the animal. Ecclesiastes 3:19
“But now ask the beasts to teach you, and the birds of the air to tell you; or the reptiles on the earth to instruct you, and the fish of the sea to inform you. Which of all these creatures does not know that the hand of God has done this. In His hand is the soul of every living thing, and the life breath of all.”Job 12:7-10
Dog Tips
Dog Links HEALTH AND OTHER DOG ARTICLES I love visiting DogChannel.com for the latest information on dog health and other dog news. All my dogs have web pages on Dog Channel and regularly talk with other dog lovers.
I also love BARK Magazine. It's a great read with lots of good info.
DOGGIE SERVICES If you need a dog walker, groomer, or other pet service, check here. All recommended (for what it's worth) by me .
If you live in the Dearborn Heights, MI area, check out TLC Pet Spa on Telegraph Rd. They groom my four dogs and do a fantastic job!
If you can't afford a groomer and your dog still needs a bath, check out Dunk N Dogs Self-Serve Pet Wash. They have everything you need to clean your dog. In addition, they offer obedience classes and more. And they are the home of All Creatures ULC, metro Detroit's ONLY pets welcome church!
If you are looking for a pet, even if you want a pure breed, I suggest you checkout Petfinder.com. There are lots of pets at shelters and rescues in your area for reasonable adoption fees. And most of the pets have been to the vet to have their shots and a check-up. Many of the pets have lived with foster families so they know if the pet gets along with kids, other pets, etc.
Cat and Bird Tips
Cat Links
CatChannel.com is a great place to get tons of information about your favorite feline.
If you know of any other great cat websites, let me know.
Bird Links
One of my favorite places for reliable bird information is BirdChannel.com. In addition to great articles, you can get a free web page for your birds and talk with other bird lovers.
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