Angels Camp, CA…Hello – this female German Shorthair arrived on our property yesterday evening on Ranch Rd. Make shift collar from a leash, but no tags. She was very hungry and very dehydrated. She appears to be malnourished. One of our neighbors thinks he saw a lost dog article about a dog that looks like […]
San Andreas, CA…Meet Rachel a shorthaired brown tabby kitten and her brother Reuben, a medium-haired brown tabby. These adorable four-month old siblings are friendly, gentle and super-playful. They love people, to be petted and absolutely adore tummy rubs though right now are a bit too energetic to be held for long because what they want […]
San Andreas, CA…From CAL FJRE TCU…”CAL FIRE Tuolumne-Calaveras Unit Division Chief Frese also understands that duty calls at peculiar times. Yesterday he rescued this tortoise that had been hit by a vehicle at the intersection of Hwy. 49 and Mountain Ranch Rd. in San Andreas. The tortoise was transferred to an animal rescue for care. […]
San Andreas, CA…Meet Biscuit, a beautiful shorthaired gray and white tabby about seven years of age. Biscuit’s owner passed away and this poor kitty roamed her neighborhood until a kindly neighbor began caring for but could not keep her. The neighbor brought Biscuit to the shelter with a lovely note to Biscuit’s new family along […]
Arnold, CA…We’ve had our beloved Tiegs for 8 years. He’s been up here with us in blue lake springs for the last 3 months. He’s been missing for 2 weeks now. Still hopeful. Tiegs has black and grey stripes. He’s pretty big weighing about 20 lbs and is a polydactyl cat (with 6 toes on […]
Valley Springs, CA…On 7/24/20 a Marine Safety Deputy working at Lake Hogan was flagged down by citizens. The citizens advised that they saw what appeared to be an injured bird on the Hogan shoreline. Our Deputy responded and located a juvenile Golden Eagle which appeared to be injured. The Deputy caught the injured Eagle and […]
San Andreas, CA…The Friends of Calaveras Animal Services (FOCAS), Dr. Cathy Gatlin, DVM Calaveras County Animal Services, FREE DRIVE–THRU RABIES VACCINATIONS Saturday ~ July 25, 2020 9:00am to 12:00pm. Calaveras County Government Center 891 Mountain Ranch Road, San Andreas, CA. Rabies is a deadly disease caused by a virus. We live in an area where […]
San Andreas, CA…Meet Mia and Leah, littermates of about a year old. Both were teen moms whose kittens have since been adopted and are now ready for a home of their own. Mia is a shorthaired tortoiseshell tabby (torbie) with distinctive black swirls on her sides. Leah is also a shorthaired torbie though with more dilute […]
San Andreas, CA…Meet Biscuit, a beautiful shorthaired gray and white tabby about seven years of age. Biscuit’s owner passed away and this poor kitty roamed her neighborhood until a kindly neighbor began caring for but could not keep her. The neighbor brought Biscuit to the shelter with a lovely note to Biscuit’s new family along […]
Amador County, CA – Amador County Public Health confirms the first 2020 case of West Nile virus (WNV) in an Amador County horse. Outbreaks of WNV occur each summer in the United States and are most commonly transmitted to humans and animals through a mosquito bite from a mosquito harboring the virus. Public Health officials […]
Amador County, CA – Amador County Public Health and Animal Control Departments remind residents that rabies in wildlife continues to pose a risk to pets and people. On June 24, 2020, a kitten, in an unincorporated area outside of Ione, tested positive for rabies. The kitten did not have current vaccination to provide protection from […]
West Point, CA…On June 20, 2020 Animal Services investigated a dog on skunk attack in the 2300 Block of Spink Road in West Point, CA. Three dogs killed the skunk and the owner called to report the incident. The skunk was sent to San Joaquin Public Health Laboratory for rabies testing on June 23, 2020. […]
Lake Alpine, CA…From Darcee…”My son and I lost our dog on Sunday 6/14 at the West Shore Campground. Sunney, female fawn 5 yrs old rescue. Scared of men and most adults. Loves kids. Very timid if she doesn’t know you. Sweet talk by a woman or child and sitting or crouching down low on her […]
Lake Alpine, CA…From Darcee…”My son and I lost our dog on Sunday 6/14 at the West Shore Campground. Sunney, female fawn 5 yrs old rescue. Scared of men and most adults. Loves kids. Very timid if she doesn’t know you. Sweet talk by a woman or child and sitting or crouching down low on her […]
San Andreas, CA…Meet Leah – a darling, shorthaired torbie (tortoise shell tabby) with enormous green eyes. At only a year old, this sweet, gentle girl became a teen mom. Leah has been a wonderful mother, despite her young age and the toll nursing can take. Her kittens are now weaned and it’s time for Leah […]
San Andreas, CA…Meet Leah – a sweet, shorthaired torbie (tortoise shell tabby) with enormous green eyes. At only a year old, this sweet, gentle girl became a teen mom. Leah has been a wonderful mother, despite her young age and the toll nursing can take. Her kittens are now weaned and it’s time for Leah […]
Angels Camp, CA…(Frogtown, USA)…Special Shout Out to our Junior Livestock Auction Buyers. The Calaveras County Fair would like to thank our community for their support of our online junior livestock auction. All of the boosts are in. The sale total is $540.122. WOW, We salute you!
San Andreas, CA…A Note From Calaveras County Animal Services & Friends of Calaveras Animal Services (FOCAS)
Arnold, CA…Cat missing near Kit Carson Circle off of Mustang in Arnold area. Cat was kept for owner out of town and cat opened sliding door and escaped last night. If seen please call 209.768.3929
San Andreas, CA…Meet Coco Chanel, a very pretty shorthaired Tortie of about five years of age. Miss Coco is what one might call a work in progress – she came to the shelter very frightened and spent her first few weeks hiding under a bench in a communal room. (We do know she’s come out […]
Angels Camp, CA…Our first ever Drive-Thru Pet Food Bank is THIS SATURDAY from 11-1 (or while supplies last) at Spence Ranch Feed & Supply. Dry dog and cat food available in a safe, contact-free manner right from your car. Open to all Calaveras residents. No paperwork or proof of income required. We know some of […]
Mountain Ranch, CA…Preacher was last seen Monday morning of this week at his home in the Swiss Ranch Road area outside of Mountain Ranch. Black German Shepherd about 3 years old. Friendly and was wearing a collar with tags. Please call 209-373-9950 if you have any information. $500 reward if found and returned.
San Andreas, CA…Looking for a lovely senior kitty? Meet Molly, a shorthaired buff and cream-colored adult approximately 12-14 years of age. Molly adores having her head gently rubbed and her ears scratched when the mood suits her. Otherwise, she enjoys a quiet place – preferably on a fluffy pillow in front of a sunny window […]
San Andreas, CA…Meet Elliot, a super sweet, smoky-black colored adult with a plume-like tail. His medium length coat is amazing, sporting a smoke ruff with tufts of white throughout. Though we’re not quite sure of his age, Elliot’s teeth indicate he’s likely between 5 and 7 years old. A handsome boy with a low-key, reserved […]
Angels Camp, CA…(Frogtown, USA)…2020 Market Animal Auction. What we know: The online auction will be May 17, 2020 at 9 a.m. The company will be Show Circuit on Line Sales. The Calaveras Cattlemen’s Association is sponsoring the additional Auction Company’s fees. Exhibitors will still be charged 6%. The Animals will be pen evaluated by the […]
San Andreas, CA…Meet Charlie, a Bichon Poodle mix estimated to be between 3 and 4 years of age. Weighing just over 17 pounds, Charlie is the perfect size for a smaller home and travel. A friendly fellow with excellent leash manners, Charlie very much enjoys his walks and the opportunity to explore. He likes attention […]
San Andreas, CA…On March 27, 2020 Animal Services investigated a dog on skunk attack in the 8000 block of Avenue A in Mountain Ranch. Two dogs killed a skunk the day prior and the owner called to report the incident. The skunk was sent to the San Joaquin Public Health Laboratory for rabies testing. The […]
San Andreas, CA…Calaveras County Animal Services Pet of the Week. Meet Girlfriend, an American Staffordshire mix estimated to be about six years of age and weighing in at a sturdy 70 pounds. “Staffies” are rock-solid, clever and brave, pouring a gallon of dog into a quart-size container. Though strong, this lovely lady walks well on […]
Copperopolis, CA…On Thursday February 20, 2020, Animal Services responded to the 700 block of Uncle Billy Co. in Copperopolis for a complaint of a large amount of animals in poor living conditions. Upon arrival, officers found approximately 47 animals in the residence, with no water available to them. The house was red-tagged b, Calaveras County […]
San Andreas, CA…Meet Shadow and Buster, a bonded pair of eight-year old brothers. Both shorthaired, Shadow is the all black and Buster the black and white. They have never been outdoors or apart and for their own well being, it’s important they be adopted together. These handsome boys arrived at the shelter because their owner […]
