Fleeing a Wildfire with Eight Babies in Tow
March 20, 2021
9:00 am
When Kate + 8 arrived at Berkeley Humane, our staff, volunteers, and fosters were eager to help.
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Berkeley Humane’s blog is filled with helpful tips and resources for our animal-loving community, as well as exciting news about our shelter’s animals, programs and events!
What to Do When You Find Kittens
March 19, 2021
9:47 am
First assess the situation, wait for momma cat, then act if necessary.
And the “Longest Stay Award” Goes to…
March 18, 2021
3:31 pm
In 2020, Ernest won the not-so-pleasant award for ‘Longest Stay.’ No, it’s not a testament to his patience to sit for a treat, but a tragic truth about senior dogs in rescue shelters. When we transported Ernest in February 2020, he was 12 years old, 65 lbs and deaf. The
Speaking of Vaccinations…Low-Cost Pet Vaccine Clinic. No Appointment Required!
March 12, 2021
10:40 am
A great opportunity to keep your pet healthy by vaccinating. 2021 Dates: March 27, June 26, August 21, December 4
How to Clean Your Dog’s Ears
March 2, 2021
9:49 am
Dr. Crystal Heath and Annie the dog demonstrate how easy it can be to clean your dog’s ears at home!
How to Give Your Cat a Pill
February 21, 2021
11:12 am
Dr. Crystal Heath demonstrates just how easy it can be to give your cat a pill, and why getting them used to being handled around the mouth and ears is a good thing! A quick overview of how to give your cat a pill: Questions? Visit Berkeley Humane’s Resource Center
Spay the Bay’s low-cost spay & neuter surgeries
February 18, 2021
3:13 pm
Spaying and neutering your pet helps with animal overpopulation, benefits your pet’s physical and emotional health, and is one of the most important things you can do as a responsible pet guardian. Learn more about spay and neuter benefits and myths here. At Berkeley Humane, we strive to spay and
Training Tips: Platform and Ball Fitness
February 7, 2021
8:12 am
In this video Nancy Frensley, Training Manager at Berkeley Humane shares her tips for getting your dog to love going to a platform and how your dog can use a yoga ball. It may seem complicated, but as with any skill or trick, it takes consistency, patience, and lots of
Berkeley Food Network and Berkeley Humane Join Forces to Feed People and Pets
February 2, 2021
11:03 am
New Berkeley Non-Profit Partnership Serves People and Pets Experiencing Food Insecurity
How to Teach Your Cat Tricks
January 23, 2021
4:01 pm
Because showing off tricks isn’t just for the dogs! Go on, give it a try.