Protect Your Pet

At the Kearney Area Animal Shelter we understand that your companion animal is family and we want to help you keep him or her safe. Follow these tips to ensure that your companion lives a long and healthy life.

• Take your animal in for a Veterinarian check-up once a year. Your Vet will be able to give you individualized advice on keeping him healthy and detect any possible problems early on.
• Keep your companion’s vaccinations current. Vaccinations are an important piece in protecting your animal from diseases.
• Keep your cat indoors at all times. Indoor cats live longer because they are not exposed to the disease, illness and predatory animals of the outside world.
• Have your companion spayed or neutered. An altered animal is less likely to stray from home and become injured. Spaying and neutering also reduces the risk of some cancers.
• Protect your animal from the elements. Make sure he has adequate shelter and when it gets too hot or cold, bring him inside with you.
• If your animal is wearing a collar and tags we can ensure that she finds her way back home if she becomes lost. Microchipping is permanent method of identifying your pet.
• Do not encourage wild animals into your yard. Keep your garbage covered, feed your companion animals inside, and build a fence around your garden. Wild animals can be very dangerous to cats and small dogs.
• Obey local ordinances, they are designed to protect your animals.
• Take your dog to training class. A well-trained dog is less likely to get into trouble and can understand commands that direct her attention away from danger.
• Avoid situations that you know may scare your animal. For instance, leave your dog at home when going to watch fireworks, she will be glad to be safely confined at home and miss out on the terrifying noises.
• If your animal does become lost contact the Kearney Area Animal Shelter immediately.