Alumni Update: Leo
April 15, 2021
4:36 pm
He absolutely loves cuddling and being as close to us as possible.
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News, Advice, & Everything Pets
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!
Heading Back to the Office: A Pet Parent Guide
April 6, 2021
12:22 pm
Emotional wellbeing isn’t just for humans… If you’re not sure how your absence will affect your pets mental state, consider these common concerns and learn how to address them before you return to work outside the home.
How to Trim Your Cat’s Nails
March 27, 2021
12:17 pm
Berkeley Humane’s Dr. Crystal Heath and her sidekick Austin the cat, demonstrate how to trim your cat’s nails and how to make it an enjoyable bonding experience for the both of you! Keep it positive! Make sure your kitty is comfortable with handling. If they are purring, then now is a good time! Offering lot’s of treats will help. Extrude their claws by lightly pressing
From Street to Sleek—Thanks to You!
March 20, 2021
11:30 am
Once simple act of kindness can save a life. For senior cat Braveheart, it came in the form of a phone call to Berkeley Humane in late August 2020. Braveheart was your average neighborhood stray who survived off of handouts and garbage. Most people ignore strays, but some pay attention, and he owes his life to keen-eyed neighbors who grew concerned that his health was
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.
Found Kittens? Here’s What to Do During Kitten Season
March 19, 2021
9:47 am
Updated March 16, 2026. Each spring and summer, tiny litters of kittens begin appearing throughout our communities in what animal welfare organizations call “kitten season.” These kittens can be only days or weeks old and may look incredibly vulnerable when you first discover them. Your instinct may be to scoop them up and bring them inside, but the best way to help is to pause, assess the situation,
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 adoption odds were already stacked against him, and with his medical issues, we knew Ernest
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 for more information.