Seger Park Dog Owners Association

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Queen Village Neighbors Association
The online resource for everything you need to know about Philadelphia's first neighborhood. This site contains a wealth of resources for residents, businesses, and anyone visiting Queen Village.

Seger Recreation Center
City of Philadelphia's Recreation Activity List for Seger Playground.

PAWS Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society
PAWS, The Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society is a donor funded division of the Philadelphia Animal Care and Control Association dedicated to saving Philadelphia's unwanted animals.

Wanted: Caring individuals who like to go on walks, play fetch and help find new homes for their friends. The cats, dogs and other animals currently residing at the Pennsylvania SPCA (PSCPA) are looking for humane humans to volunteer their time and services at the PSPCA adoption centers.

The PSPCA has volunteer opportunities to meet all schedules, abilities and desires — from animal care assistants and dog walkers to office support. PSPCA volunteers are also needed for special events, handling animals and processing adoptions.

Volunteers who are able to open their homes and hearts as dog and cat foster parents are also needed. Foster homes allow our PSPCA animals to receive individualized attention while they recover from illness or until they are old enough to be placed in a new home. Animals placed in foster care often include orphaned and injured puppies and kittens, litters with moms and adult animals that need extra care while they overcome difficulties or medical crisis.

From The Philadelphia Inquirer Wed, Mar. 12, 2008

Boy, 15, guilty of extortion attempt
He placed a midnight call to a dog owner demanding money for returning his lost pet.

A 15-year-old boy has been convicted of making a midnight phone call to the owner of a missing dog in an attempt to extort money.

Authorities traced the call made to Bill Whiting, who had put up reward posters with his cell-phone number after his dog, Edna, disappeared in Philadelphia on Oct. 31.

About 10 days after Whiting put up posters, he received the midnight call from two boys who said they had Edna and wanted $600. Whiting said he heard the sound of dog tags and a yelping animal in the background and called police.

The reason this so effective is because it's based on your number one thing your dog craves ... YOUR LOVE. Almost 100% of your dog's behavior (both good and bad) is a result of getting your attention ... or trying to get your attention. In fact, almost all "problem" behavior with dogs can be traced back to one thing -- RECEIVING ATTENTION AT THE WRONG TIME

Here’s an example of the WRONG reinforcement-

Your dog jumps all over you - You look down and say "Down, (your dog's name)... DOWN!". Then you take dog's paws off of you, placed your dog on the ground, and pet him.

Here's what's going on in your dog's head.... even if you're saying "No!" ... and scolding your dog.

Due to an overwhelmingly positive response, the Pennsylvania SPCA (PSCPA) will launch its new statewide toll-free animal before its scheduled February 1 kickoff, announced PSPCA CEO Howard R. Nelson. The hotline, 1-866-601-SPCA (1-866-601-7722), will be in operation 24 hours a day, seven days a week beginning January 30.

“Animal abuse is rampant throughout Pennsylvania. We hear of dog fighting rings, dog hangings and hording in Philadelphia, but across the state, our agents receive reports such as livestock being kept in unsanitary conditions, animals not being given proper veterinary care and dogs being unlawfully tethered,” said Nelson. “Animal cruelty is not just a city issue. Our hotline will allow all Pennsylvanians to help more animals in need around the clock.”

On January 17th, PAWS opened its Downtown Adoption Center opens at 2nd & Arch Streets

Read about it on NBC10 Unique, New Animal Adoption Center Opens In City

PHILADELPHIA - A new shelter for homeless, abandoned and unwanted animals is opening in downtown Philadelphia.

It resembles a pet boutique more than a traditional shelter.

Located at Second and Arch streets in the heart of Old City, PAWS , the Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society , is a division of the Philadelphia Animal Care and Control Association.

PAWS hopes the city's only downtown shelter will save between 2,000 and 3,000 animals this year.

If you are thinking about taking a trip with your dog, you
may want to consult a variety of sources beforehand. The
most timesaving and inexpensive sources would be available
through the Internet. When planning a trip with my dog, I
usually consult two of my favorite websites, www.petswelcome.com
and www.dogfriendly.com

What I like about www.petswelcome.com is that it provides a link
to lodgings that then opens up to the following choices,
among others:

• US Lodgings

The Pennsylvania SPCA is looking for qualified volunteers who will give their time and dedication in our shelter and at events. In order to volunteer you must be at least 16 years old and attend an orientation which is held twice a month. Please call or visit www.pspca.org to get dates and times.

Volunteers must also volunteer a minimum of two hours per week. Qualifying volunteers can receive FREE routine medical care at our PSPCA Animal Hospital.

Space for orientations is limited, so please call in advance to reserve your spot.

For questions or to sign up, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator:

Spring is here, but so are fleas and ticks. Most dogs can tolerate a few flea and tick bites; however, some dogs may become hypersensitive to the chemicals they inject into your pet's system. Lyme disease, resulting from tick bites, is a particular concern because it can be fatal. Consider using a flea comb to check for and to eliminate these pests. Even though city pets are less susceptible to flee and tick infestations, we highly recommend that you to update your pet’s preventative measures; especially if you plan to take your pet to wooded areas. Frontline and Advantage are commonly pres