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Special Adoption Events
CARL is invited to show their fantastic dogs at special events throughout the year. We have a few events coming up.
Sat, Nov 11 11am -3pm
Kirby Subaru of Ventura
6404 Auto Center Dr
Ventura, CA 93003
Come and see some of the CARL dogs!
8th Annual Nardcore Turkey/Toilet Bowl
5255 Cochran St.
Simi Valley
Saturday, Nov 18
Noon - 3:00 pm
Narcore Bowling League is hosting their 8th Annual Nardcore Turkey/Toilet Bowl at Harley's Valley Bowl in Simi Valley. This year they have chosen Canine Adoption and Rescue League as the recipient of the charity funds. Stop by today to see some of our dogs up for adoption. Click here to sign up for a weekend of fun.
Our regular schedule of adoption events are shown at the bottom of the newsletter.
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Using Reiki to Help Animals
You might wonder, what IS Reiki? Let me explain for those who haven't heard of Reiki, or don't quite know what it is. Reiki is a form of energy healing. The word Reiki actually means "universal energy". It is what we are all made up of. Reiki practitioners are trained and gifted with the ability to access this universal energy, and share it with others for the purposes of relaxation and healing—and if desired, for spiritual growth.
Reiki is a marvelous healing modality to offer animals of all kinds. Animals generally are more in touch with their energetic bodies than humans, and instinctively recognize and understand the power of Reiki. They know, on some level, it has the ability to help them heal. Generally, they love receiving Reiki treatments when it is offered to them.
Reiki can be used with animals not only to help them heal, but to mitigate pain, stress/anxiety, separation anxiety, alleviate depression, arthritis, ease transitions (moves, adoptions, death), abandonment, behavioral issues, post-surgical healing and provide general relaxation. When I rescued my dog after Hurricane Katrina, he was a mess. He had severe abandonment issues and generalized stress from not only the actual hurricane, his family abandoning him, but the rescue effort. It was all confusing and distressing. I worked with him for a year with Reiki and herbs to help him heal and settle. Reiki also eased Cody’s way through heart worm treatment, which is not only painful, but dangerous if the heart rate accelerates at all. All of my pets benefit from Reiki! They come let me know when they want a treatment!
Shelter Reiki has gained popularity and visibility over the last few years. There are so many success stories from all over the world where volunteer Reiki practitioners have been able to improve shelter animals’ lives, health, and adoptability. While the health benefits are difficult to quantify, CARL kennel staff have reported to me that the animals are much calmer after their twice monthly Reiki sessions.
Thank you to the Reiki volunteers who show up to help CARL’s dogs live better! If you would like to know more about Reiki or how to become a Reiki Practitioner, please contact me at 805.652.7001 or kelle@kelle-evans.com.
Submission by Kelle
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Is your dog joining you at the Thanksgiving table this year? With Thanksgiving right around the corner, we all need to get our menus finalized. And your dog will definitely want to join in on some of the fun. Sure, you technically shouldn’t give your dog people food from the table. But, it’s Thanksgiving! How can you resist those big eyes?
Dogs are part of the family and they should be able to have a little Thanksgiving snack. In fact, a poll from PetMD revealed that 56 percent of readers do give their pets some food on Thanksgiving. Dr. Brian Collins from the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine adds, “I think most animals enjoy the ritual of receiving food.” So, it would be perfectly fine to give your dog small pieces of turkey, for example, as a treat, or to mix it into their regular food while you have your own Thanksgiving dinner.
The question is: Which Thanksgiving snacks are safe for dogs and which aren’t? It’s tempting to just hand over some of our favorite Thanksgiving classics like turkey, stuffing, pumpkin pie, cranberry sauce or mashed potatoes to our furry friends under the table.
But what may be wonderful and delicious to us, may not be so safe for our pups. There are the obvious ones like chocolate and raisins, but some may surprise you. So, before you start handing out the leftovers to your dog, here’s a look at some Thanksgiving foods that are OK for dogs to eat, and which you should avoid:
Safe:
1. Turkey
It’s not Thanksgiving without turkey. And dogs can eat lean protein, so giving your pup a little Thanksgiving turkey is fine. Just make sure that you’ve taken out any bones that your dog could choke on and take off the skin. The gravy, though, could be too much for your dog.
2. Sweet Potatoes
A little bit of sweet potato is a great snack for your dog. You might want to skip it, though, if you add marshmallows to your sweet potatoes. And check to make sure there’s no Xylitol in your marshmallows if you do add them.
3. Macaroni and Cheese
Who doesn’t love mac n cheese? You could give your dog some macaroni and cheese as a Thanksgiving snack if you know that your dog can handle the dairy well. If not, a piece of a roll could be good.
4. Vegetables
Vegetables are always a great, healthy treat for your dog. And there are plenty of options on Thanksgiving. Hand over some carrots or some green beans for your pup to crunch away on.
5. Mashed Potatoes
Mashed potatoes would be fine to give to your dog. But as Care.com points out, it depends on how you make them. If you add onions, garlic, chives, or leeks for example, you should skip the potatoes.
6. Cranberry Sauce
Similarly, a little cranberry sauce should be OK for your pup, but it depends on how it’s prepared. If you’re adding macadamia nuts or raisins, then you should not give it to your dog. Some canned cranberry sauce, too, could have too much sugar for your dog to handle.
Unsafe:
1. Pumpkin Pie
Pumpkin isn’t bad for dogs. In fact, vets recommend you give your dog a little pumpkin when they’re having digestive issues. But pumpkin pie can have spices like nutmeg, which is very bad for dogs. And you might not want to give your dog too much pumpkin if they’re not having stomach problems.
2. Stuffing
While some stuffing could be OK for dogs, Vet Street points out that a lot of bad ingredients could potentially be added to the stuffing. If you don’t know what’s in the stuffing, or you know it has garlic, onions, leeks, scallions, grapes, raisins, or unhealthy spices, it’s best to avoid the stuffing.
Article from PupJournal.
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November Pet Holidays!
Adopt a Senior Pet Month. By ASPCA.
National Pet Awareness Month.
National Senior Pet Month.
Pet Cancer Awareness Month. Sponsored by Veterinary Pet Insurance (VPI) and the Animal Cancer Foundation. (Also see May events).
Pet Diabetes Month.
National Dog Show. Always broadcast in the US on Thanksgiving, this event is held at The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, Pennsylvania and is hosted by the Kennel Club of Philadelphia. Sanctioned by the American Kennel Club, the event features 2,000 dogs.
Nov. 5-11, 2017: National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week. by The Humane Society of the United States. First full week of November.
Nov. 17: National Take a Hike Day.
Calendar from dogtipper.com
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CARL Apparel Fundraiser
Miss our recent C.A.R.L. Apparel Fundraiser? You’re in luck, we’re accepting pre-paid orders until November 5. People who bought items previously were very pleased with the quality. With the holiday season around the corner, it’s not too early to think about gifts for your family and friends. We need a minimum of 24 pre-paid items to place an order for merchandise or your money will be refunded.
If you have any questions, please email Marsha at Marsha002@aol.com.
If you prefer to mail in your order, click here to download an order form.
To order online:
http://carldogs.org/c-a-r-l-apparel-fundraiser/
Estimated arrival is 2 weeks from order date. We will call/email you when your order has arrived.
All orders will be available for pick up
Saturday or Sunday between 12:00 pm and 3:00 pm at:
C.A.R.L.’s Adoption Center (Sam’s Place)
Located inside Ventura Pet Barn
3203 E Main Street
Ventura 93003
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Dine at Presto Pasta
Tuesday, November 7, 11:00am to 9:00pm
Dine at Presto Pasta on this day and they will donate 20% of your total bill to C.A.R.L. You must present the flyer (click to download) at the time of order for C.A.R.L. to receive credit.
5722 Telephone Rd., Ventura
805-658-2898
Click to view Presto Pasta’s menu.
Presto Pasta Flyer
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Earn Donations For CARL While Walking Your Dog!
Don't just take your dog for a walk...
Take your Walk for a Dog!
The more people actively walking with the free Walk for a Dog app, the greater the donation to your selected animal organization! Use the app each time you grab for the leash. It’s healthy for you, your dog, and your favorite shelter or rescue.
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Recycling Fundraiser
Our recycling campaign is in full swing. Thank you all, for saving your redeemable bottles and cans and bringing them to the kennel. We are accepting glass bottles, plastic bottles and aluminum cans. If you would like to donate them, please bring them to the kennel and drop them off at the various recycling containers around the property. All money is currently going to raised dog beds for the dogs. We need at least another 20 beds for our dogs which makes them more comfortable in their stay at the kennel. Thank you for your donations.
Submission by Marsha
This is an ongoing fundraiser. Contact C.A.R.L at info@carlvc.org If you would like to donate recyclable bottles, cans.
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Volunteer TEAM
The Volunteer Team responsibilities are Volunteer Application, Orientation, Assignment, Database Entry, C.A.R.L.'s Weekly Woof News, Facebook & Follow Up.
If you are interested in this team please fill out an online VOLUNTEER APPLICATION. and attend a VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION.
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Adoptions TEAM
The Adoptions Team volunteers help at the Adoption Center, Mobile Events, Private Companies events, Pet Care Center & Foster Care. We have adoption events all over Ventura County from Port Hueneme to Newbury Park. They are held on Saturdays & Sundays at different locations. You can see the adoption events schedule on the CARL website "events calendar."
If you are interested in this team please fill out an online VOLUNTEER APPLICATION. and attend a VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION.
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Outreach & Community Support Team
Outreach : Publicity, Photography, Videography, Social Media, Newsletter, Advertising, Rescue & Shelter Liaison,
Community Support : Fundraising, Resource Acquisition, Community Events, Pooch Parade, Street Fairs, Commercial Events, Grants & Donation Recognition.
If you are interested in this team please fill out an online VOLUNTEER APPLICATION. and attend a VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION.
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Direct Dog Care TEAM
Direct Dog Care Team does Walking, Transportation, Playgroups, Socialization, C.A.R.L. Off-Site Training Program, Washing & Grooming, Special Needs & Training of the CARL dogs.
If you are interested in this team please fill out an online VOLUNTEER APPLICATION. and attend a VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION. 
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Facilities TEAM
The Facilities Team has Clean Up Days, helps with Maintenance & Repair, Dishwashing, Landscaping, Painting & Vehicle Maintenance
If you are interested in this team please fill out an online VOLUNTEER APPLICATION. and attend a VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION.
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