Be sure to check out the videos in the Preventative Care and Behavior and Training sections!
ADOPTABLE DOGS AND CATS
ADOPTABLE DOGS AND CATS
Fur Kids is Georgia's largest no-kill shelter located on Pleasantdale Road in Atlanta. The Sandy Springs Petco, located across the street from Trusted Friend Animal Clinic, is one of their Adoption Centers.
Petfinder allows you to search for adoptable dogs and cats in your area by connecting you with local rescue groups.
Having your pet microchipped will help you reunite with your pet if he or she ever gets lost.
PREVENTATIVE CARE
PREVENTATIVE CARE
Vaccinations:
Titer Testing:
- Interview with Dr. Ron Schultz - Video
Parasites:
Feline retroviruses:
Dental health:
Nutrition:
BEHAVIOR AND TRAINING
BEHAVIOR AND TRAINING
Websites:
- Indoor Pet Initiative: This website contains a wealth of information on environmental enrichment and reducing stress in our pets.
- Dumb Friends League: This links to a page with great behavior tips for cats and dogs.
- http://www.catalystcouncil.org/uploads/Connection/Catalyst%20Connection%20Cat%20Owner%20Guide.pdf
- http://www.catalystcouncil.org/uploads/PDFs/AACM-CATegoricalCare-all.pdf
Videos:
- Nail Trimming - dogs
- Counter conditioning for aggression
- http://www.catalystcouncil.org/resources/health_welfare/cat_carrier_video/
Books:
- Perfect Puppy in 7 days by Sophia Yin
- For the Love of a Dog by Patricia McConnell, PhD
- The Other End of the Leash by Patricia McConnell, PhD
- Don't Shoot the Dog by Karen Pryor
- Culture Clash by Jean Donaldson
- Bones Would Rain from the Sky by Suzanne Clothier
FRIENDS OF TRUSTED FRIEND ANIMAL CLINIC
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Check out some great animal-assisted therapy and assistance dog training programs in our area.
Here are some local organizations helping to promote parks and green space in Sandy Springs and protect the watersheds of Sandy Springs.
These are local organizations promoting the arts in Sandy Springs.