Tails at Twilight ticket deadline is Monday

Tails at Twilight tickets are selling fast! The deadline for ticket purchase is Monday, Oct. 12, at 4 p.m. Tickets are $100 per person for regular seating or $200 per person for VIP seating.

Well-mannered, leashed pets are cordially invited to join us. All tickets include delicious hor d’oeuvres, three formal dining stations, dessert bar, hosted bar of Orfila wines and Stone Brewing beer, and a silent and live auction. Our live auction will include a trip for two to Paris, France; Calendar Cover 2011; Name the Street; Name the Adoption Wing, and much more. VIP seats include early admission, specialty wines, and an exclusive canvas sWAG BAG filled with goodies. It’s our goal to raise $100,000 for the animals at the Escondido Humane Society.

Just announced: one lucky VIP guest will have a gold Tiffany bracelet appraised at $2,000 tucked into the exclusive VIP sWAG BAG!

Please contact Abigail or Cindy at (760) 888-2240 or (760) 888-2235 or e-mail development@escondidohumanesociety.org to reserve your seat today, or pick up a ticket at the Escondido Humane Society, 3450 E. Valley Parkway. We hope to have a sold-out crowd!

Not able to attend the event? Enter our opportunity drawing for our “Fall in Love … with San Diego!” package for $10 per ticket or $50 for a sheet of 6. This package, valued at over $2,000, highlights our favorite things to do from around San Diego, including dining, golf, event tickets, parks, a special photography package to commemorate the fun, and much more. Tickets available for purchase at the shelter. Lucky entry need not be present at the gala.

Sugar and Haley on Channel 7/39 News

Escondido Humane Society animal services officers came upon a heartbreaking scene the day they confiscated Haley and Sugar from a home in San Marcos in August 2008. Both horses, who are between the ages of 3 and 5, were extremely emaciated and showed signs of severe neglect. Haley and Sugar have since recovered from their ordeal, and Haley has been adopted into a loving home.

Click on the below link to hear more of their story:

http://www.nbcsandiego.com/news/local-beat/They_Save_Horses__Don_t_They_San_Diego.html

Cute pic of the day

VERY happy update: Chloe and Chevy have been adopted together!

Adoptable dogs Chloe and Chevy have a close bond, as you can see by this picture! Here is more info about this cute pair:

Chevy (the Chihuahua, enjoying his cushy bed) is an all-around awesome dog! Chevy loves everyone, has passed behavior testing with flying colors and adores attention. He loves to go for walks and play with toys. Chevy is best friends with Chloe, the Lab (Animal ID 41805). Chloe also loves everyone, has passed behavior testing with flying colors and adores attention. She loves to snuggle, has the required "Lab wiggle," and enjoys walks in the sunshine. We would love to keep this odd couple together. Chevy and Chloe were found wandering the streets of Escondido together and have remained best friends. Both dogs are on the "honor roll" of good behavior and would be well-suited to most terrific homes. They are both mellow, sweet, and waggily greet their people friends in between naps. They are eager to find someone to call their own.

During October, the Escondido Humane Society is promoting these two with a free "buddy" adoption special – adopt both dogs for the price of one! The adoption fee is $55 for both and includes spay/neuter, vaccinations, microchip identification and vet exam. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily at 3450 E. Valley Parkway. Call 760-888-2247.

Itemraiser for the Escondido Humane Society

A Slice of Life Photography is having an itemraiser for the Escondido Humane Society! Bring any item from the Escondido Humane Society's wish list to A Slice of Life Photography, and they will give you a free session and a 5X7 of your cherished pet! Dates are limited and are only during October and November 2009.

Call A Slice of Life Photography at (760) 739-9580 to make an appointment and they will e-mail you our wish list. For more information about them, visit www.asliceoflifephoto.com.

Calling all young animal lovers

The Escondido Humane Society welcomes girls and boy, ages 6-12, on Oct. 24 for Critter Kids Day, a series of workshops on animals and other fun activities. The workshops will be held at the shelter, 3450 E. Valley Parkway, and are scheduled as follows:

9 a.m.: Some of the most exotic and strange insects in the world will be at the shelter to explore during this hands-on workshop.

10 a.m.: Meet beautiful birds from around the world and find out why they are so much fun.

11 a.m.: Meet some scaly and slithery friends and learn what makes them different from other animals.

Noon: Come meet our smallest pocket pets, such as hamsters and guinea pigs.

1 p.m.: Meet a Vet: – Do you dream of becoming a veterinarian when you grow up? If so, learn what you need to know and do from special guest Dr. Knox.

1 p.m.: Make a cool craft to bring home, then take a mini tour of the shelter to learn about our programs and mission.

2 p.m.: Have a ball watching neat magic tricks and listening to magical stories.

3 p.m.: Meet and greet some soft and cuddly bunnies!

Cost: One workshop is $8; two workshops are$6 each; three workshops or more are $5 each. Each workshop is 50 minutes, and registration is required.

Please call the Education Department at (760) 888-2261 for more information and to register.

Because love is always better shared, doggone it!

Until the end of October, which is Adopt-A-Shelter Dog Month, anyone who has adopted from the Escondido Humane Society in the past year (since September 2008) and has proof of adoption can adopt an adult dog or puppy at NO COST! All adopters from the past year are eligible, including those who took home a bunny or cat.

First-time adopters haven’t been forgotten: Also until the end of October, all new adopters can take home a dog or puppy for 50 percent off the regular adoption fees. We have TONS of amazing dogs who need good homes, like Dolly (pictured here), so stop by the shelter, 3450 E. Valley Parkway, or log on to http://www.escondidohumanesociety.org/ to find your perfect match.

The Escondido Humane Society Adoption Center is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. seven days a week (except for Thursdays, when we stay open til 7 p.m.).

Cat and kitten adoption special extended

Summertime is coming to a close, but kitten and cat season are still in full swing here at the Escondido Humane Society! To help our feline friends like Harlow (pictured here) find their purr-fect forever homes, we are reducing their adoption fees in the month of September. During the month, adult cats and kittens can be adopted for just $55! (Regular adoption fees are $160 for kittens, $110 for adult cats.) All adoption fees include vaccinations, spay or neuter, microchip and vet exam.

Log on to http://www.escondidohumanesociety.org/ to meet our adoptable cats and kittens.