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close‘Sometimes dogs get overlooked at the shelter, and Kirby’s one such dog. With so many different sizes, colors and temperaments of dogs, a guy can fall through the cracks — even if he’s young, likes kids and plays well with other dogs. We know this is true about Kirby because he was in Camp Paws.
“Camp Paws is the San Luis Obispo Animal Services’ summer camp for kids. Campers get to spend time loving and being loved by shelter dogs while learning pet care skills. They also learn how to train their shelter pals, which in turn makes the shelter dogs more adoptable.
“Kirby was an ace at Camp Paws — he passed his basic obedience training, and he loves the ‘down’ command, where he gets to lay on his belly with his legs splayed out like a frog. And beyond the new skills he learned, Kirby loved the agility course, the exercise and all the attention.
“So why is Kirby still homeless?
“Kirby is one of those dogs that shines in the sunshine and not in a kennel. One-on-one his good qualities show — he’s good with kids, is an excellent excuse to go for a hike, walks well on a leash and excels as a playmate with other dogs.
“To help him find his lifelong family, Kirby is in foster care with one of the Camp Paws’ teen staffers and her family. This means prospective adopters will get to know the real Kirby — a fun, affectionate boy with a charming set of dog skills.”
— Animal shelter volunteer Ellen Perryess
For more information about Kirby, call the volunteer line at the San Luis Obispo County Animal Shelter at 781-4413.
The Animal Services shelter is at 885 Oklahoma Ave., off Highway 1 in San Luis Obispo.
To see more animals available for adoption, visit www.slosheriff.org.
The adoption fee is $70 for cats and $95 for dogs, plus a $15 county license fee for dogs if the adopters are San Luis Obispo County residents. The adoption fee includes a spay or neuter, basic vaccinations, a microchip, eligibility for a free veterinarian check, a new collar and ID tag, and a carrier for cats.
Animal events
Parks-4-Pups will host its Dog Splash Days at the Templeton community pool.
“Little-dogs swim” and “senior-dog therapy swim” will be from 4 to 7 p.m. on Friday.
All dogs are welcome from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.
Dog lifeguards are available to provide assistance; dog life vests and dog ramps will be available.
Paper proof of current rabies vaccination for each dog must be provided before entering the pool.
Admission is $15. Proceeds benefit Vineyard Dog Park in Templeton.
The Templeton Community Pool is at Sixth Street and Old County Road.
Call 239-4437 or visit www.parks4pups.org for information.
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The TOO SLO Chapter of the California Turtle and Tortoise Club presents a Turtle, Tortoise and Reptile Show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at the Veterans Memorial Building at 801 Grand Ave. in San Luis Obispo.
The event features exotic turtles and tortoises, a reptile display, educational exhibits, conservation groups, care and adoption information and raffle prizes. Tickets are $2 to $3, and kids 5 and younger are free. For more information, call 748-5386, 489-1401 or visit www.tooslo.org.
I am running low on reader stories and photos. If you have a story and/or photo of your animal companions, please e-mail me at pettales@thetribune news.com or mail it to Pet Tales, c/o The Tribune, P.O. Box 112, San Luis Obispo, CA 93406.
Jennifer VanderSmith is The Tribune’s pet columnist. E-mail her at pettales@thetribunenews.com.
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