When volunteers sign up to join our team we ask for a 6 hour a month minimum, but some volunteers go above and beyond that request and Marty S. is one of those volunteers. Marty joined our BHS team in 2011 and over the years she has accumulated over 1,397 hours! She is an incredible volunteer that takes the time to socialize with our cats, giving them the attention they need, and helps us out with the laundry and dishes load.
Marty loves all aspects of volunteering but of course playing with the dogs and cats is her favorite part. She also really enjoys getting to meet potential adopters and working with people who share a desire to make a better life for our furry friends.
Over the years Marty has worked with lots of animals so she of course has had some favorites. When she first started volunteering she started fostering two cats and she loved them so much that she ended up adopting them! Other favorites include a Chihuahua named Hector and a cat named Patrick. Both had great personalities and are incredibly memorable.
Marty told us “every one of them deserves a good home! I’m happy to help make it happen” and Marty we are happy you help make it happen too!
Spring is just around the corner! With the upcoming season change, now is the perfect time to prepare your pets for warmer weather and all that accompanies it! One of the biggest complaints we hear from pet owners as the weather starts to warm up is: the fleas are back! We recommend keeping your pet on a year round flea preventative which helps prevent fleas from ever entering your home- it’s important to make sure your pet is up to date on their flea prevention as warm weather makes them more susceptible to becoming a host for those pesky bugs. Warmer weather also often means spending more time outside for your pets, and specifically more trips to parks or other pet friendly venues for dogs. Make sure your pet is up to date on their vaccines before allowing them to visit areas frequented by other animals to help give them the best chance of being protected from catching a virus from a “carrier” or another sick animal. Not sure what treatments or vaccines are best for your pet based on your lifestyle? Has it been longer than a year since your pet’s last check-up with a veterinarian? Vet care for your furry family member isn’t one size fits all, contact our clinic for information on the best options for your pet! 
Written by loving adopter Megan H.
