Unseasonably high population in shelter

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• County shelter needs your help

  County shelter needs your help

  The San Luis Obispo County Animal Services shelter is once again overflowing with animals that need homes, so it’s reminding pet owners to spay or neuter pets, microchip and tag them, and make sure they’re secured in homes and yards.

  The shelter is also urging those who lose pets to check the shelter first. If they’re not there, give a description of the pet to the volunteer staff and check back with staff regularly. Also, the shelter asks that pet owners who can no longer care for their pets try to find a home for them with family, friends or through an ad before turning them in to the shelter.

  In the meantime, to reduce its pet population quickly, cats and kittens will be available for adoption at half-price Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Lemos Feed & Pet Supply at Broad and Orcutt streets in San Luis Obispo. Some small dogs will also be available for adoption.

• Having a pet can make for healthier living

  Having a pet can make for healthier living

  ‘Longer, healthier lives are half-off this Saturday when you adopt a dog, cat or kitten at the San Luis Obispo County Animal Shelter.

  “Twenty-plus years of research indicates pets lower blood pressure, lessen anxiety and boost immune systems. Additionally, studies show kids growing up with furry pets have lower allergy and asthma risks; infants are less likely to develop pet allergies and eczema.

  “Annie is a delightful prescription for a healthier life. She’s a high-social 4-month-old black and white kitten who’ll brighten your day. Annie’s playful with people and other cats. Annie’s a talker who saunters with her tail held at full mast.

• Kramer would love to love you

  Kramer would love to love you

  ‘Fairy tales start with adversity and end with ‘happily ever after.’ The hero — honorable and caring — never loses faith in the goodness of people.

  “That’s the kind of story we hope is being written for Kramer.

  “Kramer is a big orange-and-white, long-haired cat with the sweetest kitty disposition. He loves attention and would nearly fall out of his kennel as he rolled on his back for a belly rub.

• Izzy doesn’t let past neglect keep her down

  Izzy doesn’t let past neglect keep her down

  ‘On one side, Izzy looks like a cat on top of the world. She’s a happy 4-month-old tabby in swirls of gray and black with fashionable white socks and a blaze. Izzy likes to play with toys, enjoys the company of other cats, and has charming people-skills whether purring contently as a lap cat or happily seeking affection.

  “On the other side, it’s clear Izzy’s life hasn’t always been easy.

  “A month ago, a good Samaritan contacted San Luis Obispo County Animal Services concerned about a household with many cats in poor condition. An officer investigated and determined it was animal neglect, bordering on cruelty.

• Betty will bring love into home

  Betty will bring love into home

  ‘Dogs reflect their upbringing. If puppies receive guidance and love from a variety of people, they’re predisposed to be good with people throughout their lives. Additionally, puppies that have the opportunity to play with other pups are predisposed to get along with other dogs once they’re adults.

  “Betty’s unknown owner must have given her such opportunities because Betty has a gentle disposition. She walks well on a leash and is gently affectionate. Betty’s fine with like-minded dogs, easy going and laid-back, but her first love is people.

  “One would have thought Betty’s owner, having trained and encouraged her devoted nature, would have come to the San Luis Obispo County Animal Shelter to look for Betty, but no.