Surprise Christmas Puppies May Be Unfair To Dog, Recipient
Surprising a loved one with a puppy this Christmas could cause more heartache than happiness….for the family and the pet. Cookeville Putnam County Animal Shelter Director Jennifer Tracy said recipients should be involved with choosing the dog. Tracy said most times when people adopt, they develop a connection with a dog that will last. Sometimes […]
Expert: Pets Make Great Gifts, Not Great Surprise Gifts
Many parents may be considering giving a puppy or kitten as a Christmas morning gift, but you need to think through that idea carefully first. Cookeville Animal Shelter Director Jennifer Tracy said the return of animals after the holidays is not as bad a problem as it once was. Tracy said education and being proactive […]
“Home For The Holidays” At Putnam Animal Shelter Cuts Prices This Week
The Cookeville/Putnam County Animal Shelter is making pet adoption more affordable this week in the final push before Christmas. Shelter Director Jennifer Tracy said the “Home for the Holidays” promotion aims to get pets into new homes as quickly as possible. Adoption fees are nearly cut in half across the board with puppies for $100 […]
Putnam Animal Shelter Asks For Help With Yearly Kitten Influx
The Putnam Animal Shelter is asking for your help with the annual influx of kittens this time of year. Residents can donate both wet and dry food, as well as choosing to foster kittens to help prevent overcrowding. Shelter Director Jennifer Tracy said though the shelter has navigated similar situations for many years, being able […]
