It is that time of year when many of us are getting loved ones gifts. We at ACF hope that you don’t forget your furry (or scaly) loved ones and want to share some easy homemade gifts you can share with your (or someone else's) pet!
Rodent, Bird, and Reptile Toys:
Many of the above cat and dog toys can also serve as reptile, rodent and bird toys. You can find some specific Reptile toy recommendations on the Reptiles Direct page here. Check out The Spruce Pets article by Lianne McLeod, DVM for some great rodent toys. (Though this is targeted to rats, many would be great for rabbits, mice, hamsters, gerbils, and more!) Bird toy ideas can be found at Exotic Direct here. These are targeted to parrots, so size down if you have smaller birds!
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For Laurel, having Prince in her life has helped her feel less lonely. Prince depends on her, which provides Laurel with a reason to push through those hard times. Caring for him has given her life more meaning. When Prince was adopted he was dangerously underweight due to an undiagnosed, chronic gastrointestinal condition. After spending her stimulus check on getting him care, his mom was out of funds and needed help accessing the continued care he needed to remain healthy. Because of donors like you, ACF was able to step in and help provide this continued care! Prince is now at a healthy weight and a very happy kitty!
 Did you know that you can support ACF, at no cost to you, by purchasing gift cards through SCRIP?
Shop gift cards from 750+ top brands to earn on gifts and everyday purchases. No extra money comes out of your pocket and for each purchase you make, the brand gives a percentage back to the Animal Care Foundation! Everyone loves getting gift cards over the holiday season! Purchase these cards through SCRIP and make a big impact on the pets of disabled and elderly Minnesotans! It is super simple to start, there are just 3 simple steps:
If you would rather use your computer, get started on the website by clicking here. And just like that, you're earning funds for ACF at no cost to you! If you already have an Amazon account, in just a few minutes you can be donating to a charity of your choice at no cost to you! Simply shop at https://smile.amazon.com/ and Amazon will donate 0.5% of each purchase you make to the charity of your choice. The inventory is the same, the pricing is the same and the service is the same. Detailed instructions for how to set us as your charity of choice are below. By setting the Animal Care Foundation as your charity of choice, you are ensuring that the pets of Minnesotans who are disabled or elderly are able to access necessary veterinary care for the pet that they would not otherwise be able to afford. Without our help, our clients would be forced to choose between providing for their own needs or the needs of their pets. We have seen clients who have gone hungry or without their medication in order to get their pet medical care. We want to ensure this is not a choice they are forced to make. 1. Visit https://smile.amazon.com/ and log in to your Amazon account like normal.  2. A list of charities will appear. Under “Find a different charitable organization” is a search bar, type in “Animal Care Foundation Inc”. Be careful, there are other Animal Care Foundations. Make sure you include “inc” in the name.  3. Select “Animal Care Foundation Inc” in Minneapolis Minnesota.  4. In order to support us through AmazonSmile, you must start by visiting https://smile.amazon.com/ to begin your shopping. Check the box at the top of the page confirming that you understand. Now you are ready to start shopping!  5. You can check that you are supporting the Animal Care Foundation by looking at the white bar just below the search box. Now, every time you shop on AmazonSmile a portion of your purchase will be donated to us at NO ADDITIONAL COST to you. Thank you for your support!   One of the greatest treats during the holiday season is the chance to see and catch up with visiting friends and family! However, as we welcome friends and family into our homes, we sometimes forget that they may be bringing things that are dangerous to our furry family members with them.
As pet owners, we know to keep our medications, vitamins, and treats like chocolate out of reach of our furry family. But friends and family may not be aware of the dangers that these items pose to the pets in our homes. Many of our favorite food treats are poisonous to our pets, and medications (including supplements) can cause extreme harm to our pets if ingested. And with the increase in the number of supplements available in delicious gummy flavors, there are even more tempting treats for Fluffy and Fido to get into! Guests may unwittingly leave medications or treats where our furry loved ones can access them, like in their purse or thrown in the box of presents they set on the floor. To protect your furry loved ones and avoid a potentially heart breaking (not to mention expensive) trip to the local pet ER, make sure you:
For more information, check out the most recent Toxin Tails from the Pet Poison Helpline here.  Molly has been an ACF client for a few years and is grateful for the help that she receives that makes sure that Taco gets the veterinary care he needs. Taco had a swollen foot after a ruff and tumble playdate with a dog buddy. He needed and x-ray and, once a diagnosis was made, a split to keep the bones in place while the dislocation healed. Without the financial help from ACF and our member clinic, Lyndale Animal Hospital, Taco would not have gotten this care. He would have remained in pain and the injury would not have healed properly. Instead, he is all healed and back to his playful self!
 Meet our pet costume contest winners!First Place:
Noel, the Wonder Kitty Favorite Trick: Convincing you that she is sweet to get her treat! Favorite Treat: Hartz Brand Squeeze Ups Age: Almost 2 Years Second Place: Norma Jean Barker, the Werewolf Favorite Trick: To sneak attack people with kisses Favorite Treat: Rotisserie Chicken Age: 3 years (estimated) Third Place: Loki, the Moonlighting Porcupine Favorite Trick: Stacking Rings and Sit Pretty Favorite Treat: Watermelon, Banana, and Blueberries Age: 3 years old With the fall season rapidly approaching, here are a couple of activities that you and your fur baby can add to your fall bucket list to do together to celebrate the season! Apple Picking  Picking apples is the perfect fall activity to do with your dog. Ammodts Apple Orchard and LuceLine Orchard are great dog-friendly apple orchards located in Minnesota. You and your pup can snack on apples together, pick them, and then bring them home and create a delicious treat. Go For a Walk, Drive, or Hike You and your furry friend can take in the fall colors by going for a nice long walk, taking a drive down the scenic route with the windows rolled down, or by going for a hike. There are many dog-friendly hiking trails located in Minnesota that are ideal for exploring and admiring the fall leaves. Visit a local Taproom or Restaurant Do you ever wish that you could have a beer, a bite to eat, and spend time with your pup? Luckily, at Unleashed Hounds and Hops, your dog can hang out with you and other dogs while you grab a beer and some food from the taproom. Saturdays and Sundays in October you can stop by Unleashed Hounds and Hops for BarktoberFest, where they offer a specialized menu, prizes, and great brews. There are other local outdoor dog-friendly restaurants that you can take your pup to though, I would double-check with a quick phone call to make sure that they are in fact pet friendly. Plan matching Halloween Costumes Whether you plan on going trick or treating or not, it is always fun to dress up for the occasion. Once you and your dog have decided on your Halloween costumes, you can take a photo and enter the Animal Care Foundation Pet Halloween Costume Contest. The winner will receive a Starbucks gift card!
 Participate in our Third Annual Pet Costume Contest!Simply: 1. Share your pets costumed photo with us through a DM on Facebook at www.facebook.com/AnimalCareFoundationMN or email us at info@animalcarefoundation.org between now and Sunday October 24th, 2022. (Entry period extended till Wednesday October 27th at noon!) 2. Ask your friends and family to vote for your furry monster on Facebook from October 27th-31st. 3. Check in to see the winner as you chow down on your left over candy November 1st, 2021. First Place: $10 Starbucks Gift Card and your pet will be featured on our Facebook page and our blog. Second Place: Your pet will be featured on our Facebook page and our blog. Third Place: Bragging rights.
 Are you in need of a Father's Day gift for Sunday? You can support ACF and get an e-gift card at the same time! We have partnered with Scrip to fundraise year round.
How Scrip works: Once a supporter creates an account they can search gift cards from 750+ top brands. You pay face value for the card just like you would if buying directly from the brand. The brand has agreed to provide a 3%-20% rebate to the Animal Care Foundation for each card sold to a supporter. You get your card and help us at the same time! Support us today and in the future when purchasing gift cards! Step 1: Go to www.shopwithscrip.com and click "Join a Program." Step 2: Enter D13AD46L68657 as your enrollment code. Step 3: Follow the directions to finish creating your profile. Step 4: Search or browse top brands! (Be sure you choose an e-gift card or physical gift card depending on your preference. Physical gift cards will take approximately 1 month to get to you.) Step 5: Complete your purchase. Step 6: Gift or use your gift cards! |
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