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On January 27, 2006, the Martinez Shelter had a special visitor. We received a call about an otter that had been trapped by mistake. After an Officer brought the otter back to the shelter, it was decided that Ollie the Otter, as he came to be known, would be released in the Walnut Creek. When the Officers opened the door to the trap, Ollie ran down to the water. He was obviously very happy to be back in his natural habitat.
Ollie is a good example of the different kinds of animals that come into the shelter. It was a pleasure to have him here!
Contra Costa County Animal Services wishes Ollie all the best!
Toby's New Life
Toby, a 5-year old domestic shorthair Animal Shelter cat, was adopted from the Concord PetSmart in May 2006 by Stephanie. Here is their story:
May 2006: The first couple of nights were rough for all of us. Toby was up all night, two nights in a row, so he, my husband, and I didn't get any sleep. Bit by bit, Toby is settling in nicely in his new home. He's becoming less nervous and more secure. He's a sweet, loving cat with a sassy, playful side to him. I can tell that he is beyond thrilled to be in a calm, safe home.
Toby's safety zone is the bedroom where his food and water is kept. He has ventured out into the living room several times and even joined us on the couch for an evening. In fact, Toby is very well-mannered, always uses the litter box, doesn't scratch anything he shouldn't, and doesn't spray.
Thank you, Martinez Animal Shelter, for saving Toby. Because of your efforts, my husband and I have a wonderful new addition to our family.
And Baby Makes . . . 6?
Here is Judy's story about the rescue of wayward ducklings by our Officers.
July 2006: About a month ago, I called Animal Services because I was concerned about six ducklings who fell through a sewer grate. Their mother had tried to stop them before they reached the grate, but to no avail. She had been leading them down the street, and I had followed them because a neighbor's cat had also been following them in stealth mode. The mother was upset, chattering down to them, circling in distress. When they fell, the ducklings were able to swim in a small amount of water.
When Animal Services Sergeant DeCosta and Officer Gonsalves arrived, I was so relieved after they assessed the situation and pulled the grate off. I wondered if all six ducklings would be reunited with their mother. At first, only four ducklings could be seen. The Officers when to great lengths to get them all out and into a cage. Sgt. DeCosta searched in other grates and sewers until the last two were found across the street! It took some time but with patience and skill, the Officers managed to capture all the baby ducks. Whew!
Thank you so much for the extra effort that the Officers put into that rescue. My husband, myself, and I'm sure, their faithful mama, wish to express our gratitude. Well done!
