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Featured News:
 Press Release, 3/22/08 - Charitable Group Kicks Off Push for Emergency Hospital at Shelter
Rabbit Agility? Yes! Find Out During 4th Annual Adopt-a-Thon
Abused Dog Looking for a Second 'Chance' - Story and video about an abused dog looking for a good home from KESQ Channel 3
UPDATE: Chance Goes Home | Watch video
The Pound Press RCDAS Monthly Newsletter - March 2008
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Previous News:
Press Release, 3/14/08 - Sheriff's Deputies, Animal Services Stop Cockfighting Operation
Press Release, 3/14/08 - Officers Help Blythe Animal Control Rescue 800-pound Cow; Animal, Now OK, Could Have Been Stuck in Ditch Two Days
ART for the ANIMALS Art and Literary Winners
Animal Services’ Officers Rescue Stuck Cat in Riverside Parking Garage
Animal Services Teams With RescueMeDog For TV Commercial Shoot
"Papi" wins the Wiener Dog Fun Run at the CVAC
2-Year Anniversary Celebration
Press Release, 2/6/08 - Officers Investigate Property Suspected of Raising Fighting Roosters
The Pound Press RCDAS Monthly Newsletter - February 2008
Dog Training / Problem Solving Classes
Press Release, 12/28/07 - County Offers 7-Days-a-Week Schedule at Desert, Riverside Shelters
Don't forget to pick up your Art for the Animals artwork - here's the info
Grab Some Grub, Buy a Book or Pick Up a Free Spay/Neuter Voucher
County Giving Out Free Spay & Neuter Vouchers on Spay Day USA
Press Release, 1/29/08 - Former Racing Horse Available for Adoption at Banning Shelter
Riverside County shelters have dogs rolling over for Beethoven - Press Enterprise article, 1/28/08
Information about possibility of Psittacosis bacterial infection in Cockatiels sold at Petsmart
Press Release, 12/6/07 - Officers Catch Up With 200-Pound Tortoise Escapee; Owners Contacted
Press Release, 11/30/07 - Animal Services Searched Repeatedly for Elusive Freeway Dog;
California Highway Patrol Retrieves ‘Oleander’ from I-10 home
Art for the Animals Online Auction is now closed. Final winning bids are now posted.
Press Release, 11/28/07 - Free Fun Photo Workshop Featuring a Lizard, Doggies and Snakes
Art for the Animals Reception at Back to the Grind -
December 4th
Love animals?
Love art too?
Combine your two loves and help Riverside County's homeless animals.
The Riverside County Department of Animal Services is hosting a free event at Back to the Grind Coffee House in downtown Riverside Tuesday night December 4th.
The FREE event runs 6 to 8 p.m. with coffee, cake, wine and cheese and live music. Plus, most importantly, we will promote our 5th Annual Art for the Animals online auction.
We will give you a chance to bid on art that was donated by young and adult artists.
And we'll have some art that you can bid on LIVE during the event.
Please do stop by Back to the Grind, 3575 University Ave., Riverside, 92501, for this fun event.
Family Fun Day at the Museum - December 2nd
Riverside County Animal Services is participating in Family Fun Day, Sunday Dec. 2, at the University of California Museum of Photography.
We will be providing sweet and cool animals for fun portraits. If you are a budding photographer, or just want to learn to take better photos of pets, don't miss the free photo workshop. Click here for more info: Free Fun Photo Workshop Featuring a Lizard, Doggies and Snakes
Riverside County Animal Services humane educators will share a few words to children about lizards and snakes -- and puppies and kitties too.
Come learn about photography -- and how to photograph animals in particular -- at the museum, located at 3824 University Ave. in downtown Riverside. The event runs 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
2nd Annual Wine-and-Cheese Event - Art for the Animals
Riverside County Animal Services would like to extend a big thank you to the Desert Art Center in downtown Palm Springs and Vino 100 in Cathedral City for helping us in our 2nd Annual Wine-and-Cheese event promoting Art for the Animals.
The Desert Art Center hosted the event Friday Nov. 9 and Vino 100 donated all the wine in the spirit to promote Art for the Animals, an annual online fundraiser that helps support special-needs homeless pets in Riverside County shelters.
Donated masterpieces by Inland area children and adult artists are available for online bidding through Dec. 5.
Let the Bidding Begin: Art for the Animals Online Auction Starts
Dogtoberfest:
Dogtoberfest Pictures and Recap
Video of Costume Contest 
Fires Will Not Stop Dog-toberfest 2007!
Dogtoberfest Schedule of Events/Activities
Information about Dog-toberfest
Press Release, 10/24/07 - RCDAS Temporary Animal Shelter at Temecula Valley High School
Press Release, 10/22/07 - Animal Services Director Urges Emergency Preparedness
Press Release, 10/11/07 - Agreement Reached in Suspected Cruelty Case Involving Danes;
Caretaker of Dane Haven Could Still Face Cruelty Charges
Press Release, 10/1/07 - Ready That Canvas: Art for the Animals Submission Period Opens
Press Release, 9/28/07 -Veterinary Services Staffers Nurse Injured Dog Back To Health
Press Release, 9/12/07 - Ready That Canvas: Art for the Animals Submission Period Opens Oct. 1
Press Release, 9/5/07 - Animal Services Recognizes World Rabies Day With $1 Vaccinations
Press Release, 9/5/07 - Shot Clinic Hours Revised; Fridays Now Offered by Animal Services
Press Release, 8/27/07 - Alligator Scooped out of backyard pool in Cathedral City
RCDAS Holds Adoption Event at County Administrative Center
Riverside County Animal Services addresses media regarding a suspected abandoned animal in the Coachella Valley. See video from CBS TV2
 New Bill That Affects Burros in Reche Canyon
On Monday, 7/30/07, KMIR Channel 6 (NBC Palm Springs affiliate) featured a piece about the burros issue in Reche Canyon and the passing of AB 222. Rita Gutierrez from RCDAS explains how the law affects local animal control.
KMIR Video (Click "Watch Video" on their page, and the story is close to the beginning of the newscast)
See photos of Reche Canyon burros
Animal Confiscation Update
Animal Services Director Robert Miller applauded the public's amazing generosity in the aftermath of the animal cruelty investigation involving 92 dogs on one property in the Woodcrest area near southeast Riverside.
The public responded with gifts and monetary donations.
Miller said that he was touched at the overwhelming support from animal lovers everywhere, including several people from outside Riverside County.
The public can still help but Miller suggested that those still interested in helping Riverside County Animal Services' programs should write in the check's memo "For Animals in Need." That way the donation can be used for future animal-cruelty investigations or for special-needs cases, such as when a dog is hit by a car and must receive immediate and specialized veterinary care.
"We can't thank the public enough for their kindness in what is a very trying time for the department," Miller said. "We are already caring for the hundreds of animals in our shelters. This recent case just adds to our challenge."
The dogs from the suspected animal cruelty case remain unavailable for adoption or foster care right now because the animals belong to the owner. They are being cared for by Animal Services but are officially held as evidence. If the owner signs over their release then the animals can be adopted.
Miller stressed that Riverside County is currently looking for adopters for the shelter animals that have been in the shelters prior to the July 26 seizure. Another way to help is to become an animal foster volunteer, Miller said.
Learn more about volunteer and foster opportunities. The number to call for more information or to help is 951-358-7387.
News Coverage of Animal Confiscation on 7/26/07
Information for those wishing to help the animals that were confiscated:
The Riverside County Department of Animal Services confiscated 92 animals Thursday afternoon from a property in unincorporated Riverside County near Riverside. The Riverside County Sheriff's Department assisted during the investigation and seizure of the animals.
Right now the animals are being held as evidence in a suspected animal cruelty case.
Animal Services Director Robert Miller said he appreciates the many calls from the public wishing to help or adopt, but the department is not allowed to adopt out any of the animals unless the owner signs over their release.
The public can help by donating blankets or making financial donations to assist in medical care, Miller said.
Checks can be made out to Riverside County Animal Services, 5950 Wilderness Ave., Riverside, Ca. 92504. Make a note in the check's memo section that the donation is to be used in the 7-26-7 seizure.
Riverside County Animal Control Capt. Tammie Belmonte reported that some of the animals were emaciated and dehydrated. Many of the animals did not have shade or water, Belmonte said. Some of the animals suffered from open sores, Belmonte said. Riverside County Animal Services veterinary doctors and technicians are caring for the animals with fluids and treating those with open sores.
Any media requests can be made through John Welsh at 951-565-7934.
CBS 2 News, July 12, 2007: Animal Raid Leaves Banning Animal Shelter Overcrowded
Riverside County Animal Services addresses media regarding a suspected abandoned animal in the Coachella Valley. See video from CBS TV2
Press Release, 7/26/07 - New Therapy Animal Certification Program Begins Next Week
Press Release, 7/25/07 - Burros Bill Passes State Senate; Designed to Help Local Animal Control
Go, Dudley, Go
Press Release, 7/17/07 - Collision Costs ‘Fastest Wiener Dog in the Inland Empire’ Title Bid | See photos | Video
Press Release, 7/10/07 - Riverside County Animal Services Declares Dudley Fastest Weiner Dog | Photos | See the video from NBC News
Summer heat can be dangerous to pets - Never leave pets in cars
Learn about the dangers
Basset Hound Microchip
Basset Hound reunited with his Moreno Valley family after an Arizona animal rescue traced him back using his microchip
• Learn about microchips
• Photos of the reunion
Press Release, 6/5/07 - Riverside County Rescues Horse Stuck in Cleveland National Forest | photos
Press Release, 5/31/07 - Animal Services Drops Cat Adoption Fee During Adopt-A-Cat Month
Press Release, 5/31/07 - Animal Services Giving Away Free Starbucks Coffee Friday Morning (June 1)
Press Release, 5/25/07 - Good News for the Calimesa Pet Owner: A Shorter Drive to the Shelter
Press Release, 5/18/07 - Five Years Later, Thanks to a Microchip, Havoc Returns to His Home
Press Release, 5/9/07 - Dogs & Doughnuts, Cats & Coffee: Animal Services Greets Banning
Press Release, 5/8/07 - Animal Services Seeking Volunteers in Pass Area; Meeting Set May 17
Press Release, 5/4/07 - President Bush Signs Landmark Animal Fighting Legislation
Press Release, 5/1/07 -
Food, Music, Prizes … Pets! Third Annual Adopt-a-Thon Starts Friday
Press Release, 4/24/07 -
Animal
Control Captain Featured on KVCR’s “Evening Edition” Friday
Press Release, 4/24/07 -
Banning City Council Votes to Negotiate With County Animal Services
Assembly Bill 1634
7-11-07 - Assembly Bill 1634 Postponed
Assembly Bill 1634, the California Healthy Pets Act, has been pulled from this Assembly session.
A Senate committee heard more testimony today about the bill, including testimony from Riverside County Animal Services Director Robert Miller. (As some of you know, Robert sits on the board of the California Animal Control Directors Association; also, it should be noted here, Dr. Allan Drusys, Riverside County's chief veterinarian, has played a major role in how this bill was written.)
However, the bill's author, Assembly Lloyd Levine from Van Nuys, has pulled the bill for now. It will return come January.
Robert expressed his sentiments that now is a time for the opposition and proponents to come together and find a workable solution for California.
Meanwhile, Robert encouraged others to continue spreading the message about how important it is for people to spay and neuter their animals, microchip their pets and adopt from local shelters.
More info: http://www.cahealthypets.com
6-7-07 — The California Healthy Pets Act, moved to the Senate side of the Legislature late last night. The mandatory statewide spay & neuter bill received the necessary number of votes to continue moving forward.
More info: http://www.cahealthypets.com
6-6-07 — RCDAS Chief Vet speaks about AB1634 on CBS TV-Palm Springs "Newsmaker" | Watch segment
Press Release, 4/24/07 - California Healthy Pets Act Scores First Legislative Victory Today;
Assembly Committee Approves Mandatory Spay & Neuter Bill
Director Rob Miller addressed Assembly's Business and Professions Committee at state Capitol during the first hearing of California Healthy Pets Act.
Miller, also appearing as a board member of the California Animal Control Directors Association, urges legislators to support the bill. Read more about Assembly Bill 1634
Warning about baby turtles
Riverside County Chief Veterinarian Dr. Allan Drusys reminds the public to be aware that salmonella from baby turtles continues to be a health concern, especially for infants and children.
Scientists determined that baby turtles can be natural hosts for salmonella and a recent case in Florida sparked the Federal Drug Administration to reemphasize that point.
Get more information from the FDA.
Director Robert Miller to appear on Joey English TV show
Director Robert Miller appeared on a taping of "The Joey English Show" on Wednesday, April 4. The program runs on Time Warner Cable's Desert Cities station, Channel 10, on Mondays and Tuesdays at 11:30 a.m.
See a photo of Miller at the taping
Pet Food Recall:
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is alerting the public about further recalls of pet food products. We invite the public to visit the Food and Drug Administration's Web site for updates: www.fda.gov
Other helpful links with updates from some of the manufacturers of pet food, including some that have voluntarily lifted products from store shelves as cautionary measures:
www.menufoods.com/recall
www.purina.com
www.delmonte.com/petfoodrecall.html
www.royalcanin.us
Pet food recall information - 3/26/07
More Press Releases
Keep your pets safe during Easter
Press Release, 3/21/07 - Temecula-area School Raises More than $1,000 for Animal Services - Tobin Elementary student volunteers ran “Popcorn for Pets” event
Press Release, 3/21/07 - UPDATE: Cat Comes to Tree Climber; Owner and Kitty Kitty Reunite | Another photo of the cat in the tree
Press Release, 3/20/07 - UPDATE: Cat in a Tree, Day No. 5
Animal Services Officers are Hopeful Kitty Kitty Will Enter Cat Trap
Press Release, 2/27/07 - A Special Adoption Event: 23 Ponies and 1 Donkey | Information Flier
Press Release, 2/27/07 - Do You Think Your Pet Has What it Takes to Help Others? -
Riverside County is Offering Therapy Animal Program | Information about the program
Press Release, 2/27/07 - One Year Later: A Cat Returns Home
Press Release, 2/27/07 - Animal Control Captain Returns From Iraqi Mission;
She and Booney, a Cadaver dog, survived enemy fire
Press Release, 2/23/07 - The ANSWER on Wheels -
Animal Services’ Mobile Spay & Neuter Clinic Hits the Road | Watch video
Press Release, 2/20/07 -
Is your dog driving you crazy? -
Animal Services offers free classes
Press Release, 2/9/07 - Monterey County Man Drives 700 Miles for Valentine's Day Dog | Watch video
Press Release, 2/2/07 - How Can You Go Wrong With a Pooch Smooch Booth? | CVAC 1-year Anniversary Celebration
Press Release, 2/2/07 - Norco Woman Returns dog to Loma Linda Owner;
Reunion Takes Place at Riverside Shelter | Watch video
Press Release, 1/31/07 - Three-legged Chihuahua gets new home:
Pet Orphans of Southern California | Watch video
Press Release, 1/24/07 - Three-legged Chihuahua is an Animal Services’ special-needs case;
Recent operation must have cost thousands of dollars, says vet staff
Press Release, 1/19/07 - CVAC Needs Newspapers
Fall in Love at the Coachella Valley Animal Campus -
1-year Anniversary Celebration
Volunteer Newsletter - Includes 17 different features and articles
THE "LUCKY" STORY - Visit Lucky's web page
Press Release, 12/27/06 - Lucky Update: Meet Lucky’s new family
Press Release, 12/26/06 - Lucky Update: Hurricane Katrina dog Lucky joins her new family;
Family near Corona to host open house for media Wednesday at 11 a.m.
Press Release, 12/22/06 - Lucky Update:
The public responds to adoption drive of Katrina-surviving dog
12/20/06 - Lucky featured in Press Enterprise Newspaper story - Ultimate dog rescue awaits happy ending
Press Release, 12/19/06 - What Does Animal Services Wish for this Holiday Season?
A home for an unlucky dog that survived Hurricane Katrina
Press Release, 12/14/06 - Animal Services Celebrates Dog Park Opening in Eastvale
Press Release, 12/08/06 - MEDIA ALERT: Animal Control Captain Heading To Iraq;
She Is Taking Her Trained Cadaver Dog
Bio for Tammie Belmonte | Bio for Booney
Press Release, 12/08/06 - Animal Control Trucks Vandalized; Tires Slashed, Windows Smashed -
Videotaped Footage Provided to Sheriff’s Department
Press Release, 12/05/06 - Art for the Animals online auction extended to noon Thursday, Dec. 7
Press Release, 12/01/06 - Riverside County teams with Riverside Humane Society for Adopt-a-thon
Press Release, 11/17/06 - Animal Control Officers investigating suspected animal cruelty case; Seven puppies discovered in a Dumpster
Press Release, 11/13/06 - Art for the Animals Kicks Off
Coyotes and Raccoons:
Press Release, 10/26/06 - Animal Control officers responded early to the Esperanza Fire near Cabazon
Press Release, 10/18/06 - Shelters closing early Nov. 1
Press Release, 10/11/06 -
Charges were filed Tuesday in Riverside County Superior Court against a Hemet woman suspected of animal cruelty
Press Release, 10/11/06 - Humane Society of the United States issues favorable report for Department of Animals Services; Riverside City Council supports seeking a longer-term relationship with county
Press Release, 9/18/06 - Final Spay/Neuter and Mandatory Microchip Ordinances Open Forum Has Been Rescheduled
Press Release, 8/23/06 - Proposed Mandatory Spay/Neuter Open Forum on 8/26 Postponed
Smile! Your lost pet might be in the shelter's lineup; The Press Enterpise, August 20, 2006
Pet Owners Get a Break: Dogs and Cats - Shelters offer free spaying or neutering to raise awareness (on NHAAD day only); The Press Enterpise, August 19, 2006
Urban Coyotes a Danger to Small Pets
Riverside assists San Bernardino in animal evacuations in fire areas
Proposed Spay/Neuter Ordinance Open Forums Have Been Scheduled
Press Release, 6/26/06 - Riverside County Department Urges Pet Owners To Enjoy The Fireworks, But Take Precautions For Family Pets
Press Release, 6/15/06 - Riverside County Animal Services And Pet Over Population Coalition (POPCO) Announce Spay/Neuter Voucher Program
Dog Days of Summer Adoption Promotion - DAS Press Release June 15, 2006
Information about proposed mandatory spay/neuter ordinance
- Press Enterprise article
Bird Flu
- Press Release regarding Riverside County Pandemic Preparedness Efforts and ABC television network made-for-TV movie entitled “Fatal Contact: Bird Flu in America.”
- What you need to know about Avian Influenza
- More info from Riverside Co. Disease Control
Editorial from Robert Miller regarding article "A More Humane Place?"
At Pet Expo, 34 Pets Find Lifetime Homes - DAS Press Release April 26, 2006
Duck Abuse Incident
Puppy Smuggling
Spay Day USA Recap
"Buford the Bassett Hound"
Director's Message
Director's Message - Spring 2007 “When Will the Killing Stop?”
Director's Message - Fall 2006 “Ch-ch-changes”
Director's Message - Summer 2006 “Stay Prepared!”
Director's Message - Spring 2006 "Farewell My Friend"
Director's Message - Winter 2005/06 “Counting Our Blessings”
Director's Message - Fall 2005 “Even the Smallest Creatures Can Touch Our Hearts”
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