You’ve brought home a new cat or kitten. It’s so exciting! They’re exploring the house and suddenly you hear an odd sound. A rhythmic ticking… or is it a ripping? On a quest to discover the source of the sound, you’re shocked to find your beautiful new furry friend on...
National Train Your Dog Month
The Truth About Declawing
National Train Your Dog Month
November is Senior Pet Month!
November is National Senior Pet Month, and we’re excited to shine a spotlight on some of the incredible senior pets at The Ark Pope Memorial Animal Shelter. Senior pets bring so much love and wisdom to a home, yet they often face unique challenges in shelters, like...
Bonded Pairs = Twice the Love!
Today we're featuring bonded pairs! What could be better than saving one pet? Saving two! Bogie and Cappy! These two are a dynamic duo, and together they’ll bring double the joy to your home! If you’re ready to open your heart and home to any of...
Cats ready for adoption!
Check out some of the cats we currently have ready for adoption! Odessa Meet Odessa! This playful 1-year-old girl is a bundle of joy, always ready for fun and affection. With her loving nature and curiosity about other cats and dogs, she’ll make a fantastic addition...
We’re Moving!!!
We are excited to announce that The Ark Animal Shelter will begin our move to the new building! Starting December 23rd until January 27th we will be closed to the public. If you are interested in putting in an application and/or viewing any animals available for...
WELLNESS CLINIC!
WELLNESS CLINIC The Ark is pleased to announce that we are holding a Wellness Clinic with Coastal Animal Care staff, including Dr. Erin Church Libby. Where: At the Ark 10-1 on 5/20. First come, first serve. Owners must wait in their vehicles while staff and techs come...
Updates on Ark Operation
Hello Dear Friends! We want to keep everyone in the loop and let you know that moving into 2021, the Ark will continue operating on an appointment-only basis. We ask that folks try and keep their appointments to a half hour or less, so we can continue limiting traffic...
Welcome: The Ark’s New Shelter Manager
The Ark staff and Shelter Administrator would like to take a moment in recognizing Michelle M. Wright “Shelly” as the new Shelter Manager at the Ark! Michelle has been a full-time Animal Care Technician since July 2019, and volunteered with us prior to being hired....
Why Having a Dog Sleep in Your Bed Might Not Be a Great Idea
Why Having a Dog Sleep in Your Bed Might Not Be a Great Idea Owning a dog can be great for your health. Their wagging tails and barks every evening, when you get home from work, can make you smile and forget about your stressful day. And the fact that you must take at...
