ADOPTED: Dog who spent over 200 days in shelter finds loving home
Orange County Animal Services announced Saturday that Tonka was adopted by his new family. To make things even better, the family adopted their new four-legged family member on National Adoption Day. ***ORIGINAL***A dog that has spent more than 200 days in the Orange County Animal Services shelter is in need of a forever home. [TRENDING: Gov: Vaccine coming to Florida โrelatively soonโ | CDC: Avoid Thanksgiving travel | Georgia presidential race recount results]โTonka is a handsome boy, who can definitely turn on the charm,โ said Diane Summers, manager for Orange County Animal Services. If you are interested in making Tonka yours, email the shelter at animalservices@ocfl.net to get more information.
Orange County Animal Services sees record live release rate in 2020
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. โ The coronavirus pandemic has impacted much of 2020, but Orange County Animal Services says itโs marking the year as a successful one as they celebrate their highest live release date yet. The agency was able to release 10,032 animals from its shelter this year, which equates to about 88% of its impounds. [TRENDING: How to turn off Facebook election reminders | Big rig with police lights pulling over drivers | Voter Guide 2020](Orange County Animal Services) (Copyright 2020 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved.) Shelter representatives are calling this an impressive feat, as the 51-year-old animal shelter is Orange Countyโs only open-admission shelter. (Orange County Animal Services, 2020) (Copyright 2020 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved.)
Cats removed from hoarding situation up for adoption at Orange County Animal Services
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. โ If youโre looking to bring home a new cat or two, Orange County Animal Services has dozens that were recently rescued from a hoarding situation and are now looking to meet their match. A total of 47 felines were removed from a manufactured home in the Conway area on Wednesday and are now at the shelter. [TRENDING: Newlywed couple killed in plane crash | Ballot for dead wife meant to โtest systemโ | FSU president tests positive for COVID-19]โThis began with an act of concern for these cats, with the resident bringing a few of them inside,โ Orange County Animal Services manager Diane Summers said. We hope that anyone seeing this that may be in a similar situation can take heed and seek out assistance now.โDozens of cats were recently rescued from a hoarding situation. (Orange County Animal Services)Some of the repossessed pets are friendly and outgoing while others will need more time to adjust.
Orange County Animal Services seeking homes for Siamese cats after 40 cats surrendered
ORLANDO, Fla. โ The Orange County animal shelter put out a call to the community Monday seeking help after receiving 40 cats from a single home over the weekend, many of the felines are Siamese, according to Orange County Animal Services. While the homeowner was at first hesitant, they ultimately turned over the animals peacefully, according to officials. Scenes from the home where 40 cats were surrendered to Orange County Animal Services. (Image credit: OCAS) (WKMG 2020)Scenes from the home where 40 cats were surrendered to Orange County Animal Services. Animal Services was able to place 15 of the cats in foster care, including four who have already been adopted.
Rabies alert issued for Orange County region after cat tests positive for disease, officials say
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. The Florida Department of Health Orange County issued a rabies alert for the region near Hendry Drive and Okaloosa Avenue Monday, according to a news release. The alert is in response to a cat that tested positive for the disease. The FDOH issued the following guidelines and advice pertaining to the rabies alert:All pets should have current rabies immunizations. If bitten or scratched by a suspected rabid animal, wash the wound immediately with soap and water, seek medical attention, and promptly report the incident to Orange County Animal Services (407) 254-9150. For general questions pertaining to animals, contact Orange County Animal Services (407) 254-9150.
Orange County Animal Services closes after 3 staff test positive for COVID-19
ORLANDO, Fla. โ Orange County Animal Services closed Sunday after three staff members tested positive for the novel coronavirus. โOut of an abundance of caution and concern for the health and safety of our staff, volunteers and visitors, we are temporarily closing to the public,โ a statement on the OCAS Facebook page read. The building has been sanitized and staff will continue to follow increase sanitation standards, the post read. OCAS is still accepting stray pets but asks anyone coming to the shelter to stay in their vehicles to minimize contact. Itโs unclear when the shelter will reopen to the public.
Risk of heartworm infection not for your dog alone
According to the PAO, heartworm disease is caused by a parasite, a type of roundworm that lives inside the heart and blood vessels of the lungs. Symptoms are subtle and easy to miss, but as the number of heartworms increase, the symptoms of coughing, lethargy, exercise intolerance, lack of appetite and weight loss become more apparent. The American Heartworm Society says that heartworm infections are increasing across the U.S. In Central Florida, Orange County Animal Services is reporting 80 percent increase in positive dogs entering its animal shelter. There is no approved heartworm treatment for cats so prevention is the only answer.