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• 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.

• Jeffrey is one mellow fellow

  Jeffrey is one mellow fellow

  "Foster families of the San Luis Obispo County Animal Services' Shelter are amazing. For example, last year more than 500 cats were in foster care. These felines never returned to the shelter because hundreds found homes at volunteer-hosted adopt-a-pets.

  “And though a great success, there are many cats still in foster care.

  “Take Jeffrey, he’s a 20-pound meatloaf of a cat with great house manners and a gentle disposition. Jeffrey’s so easygoing his foster mom trusts him to spend his days lounging in a room filled with fragile antiques. Jeffrey also likes being with people, enjoying getting and giving affection. Additionally, he’s been fine with other cats.

• Paso Dog Jog to benefit dog park

  Paso Dog Jog to benefit dog park

  The Paso Robles Dog Jog will be Saturday in Paso Robles. Dogs can bring their owners for a 4k/2k run or walk through the Salinas River walk trail that starts and ends at the Kennedy Club Fitness in Paso Robles. The proceeds will benefit the new Sherwood Dog Park in Paso Robles.

  Race registration is $20. Participants of the 4k/2k race will receive a racer’s goodie bag, an event bandana for their dog and a medal. 4k/2k race starts at 9 a.m. Race day registration starts at 8 a.m. This event will be held rain or shine. Dogs must be on leash for this event.

  For information, call 239-8488, ext. 33, or email info@parks4pups.org.

• Make a new friend at event on Saturday

  Make a new friend at event on Saturday

  ‘Adorable San Luis Obispo County Animal Services dogs and cats will be available for adoption from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at Lemos Feed & Pet Supply at 3210 Broad St. in San Luis Obispo.

  “Last week’s Pet Tales’ dogs Molly and Chevy — along with a variety of other shelter dogs and cats — will be at the event hoping to meet their life-long families.

  “All attending dogs and cats are altered, have all their shots, are microchipped, come with a free vet visit and lots of local retailer coupons. Additionally, the dogs come with a new collar and a oneyear county license, and the cats are already FIV/FLVP tested and come with a cardboard carrier.

• Ragdolls need grooming help

  Ragdolls need grooming help

  A few weeks ago, I shared Gloria Walter’s photo of her ragdoll cat Jackson sitting in a basket. A few days later, I received an email from Tim and Lynne Iseminger of Pismo Beach asking if I knew of any groomers in the area that specialized in grooming ragdoll cats.

  “My wife and I moved to Pismo beach from outside Sacramento in October and we have two 4-year-old ragdoll kitties, a brother and sister, Niko and Kukla. We have not been able to find any resources for ragdolls in this area.

  “It is awfully hard to find a groomer who really can handle a ragdoll. We have talked to several and they say ‘not a problem, we do cats all the time.’ We ask about ‘longhairs,’ and they slow down but say sure without a lot of conviction. Then you ask them about trimming paws and ears and brows (no/no’s), and you get a blank stare. It took us two years to find a groomer back home that had the experience and could groom ‘raggies.’”