How you can help the CCSPCA

BUY SHIRTS, MUGS, TOTE BAGS AND MUCH MORE ......ONLINE......ALL WITH ESAL ANIMAL PHOTOS OR A ESAL LOGO AND MORE ON THEM. JUST CLICK HERE TO START SHOPPING .

Does your Employer run a UNITED WAY CAMPAIGN through your workplace ?

If so Please designate the Cecil County SPCA Inc.

DESIGNATION # 1474907

VENDOR # 015508

CLICK HERE TO SEE OUR SPONSOR A PET FORM AND INFORMATION

There are a number of ongoing programs that help raise funds for the operation of the ESAL. These include our annual fund raising events, as well as ongoing small activities that you can contribute to throughout the year!

Buy One online and we will ship it to you !!!

Trevor says their is nothing "RUFF" about these recipes, he has sampled some of them and plans to sample as many as he can. THIS IS A MUST HAVE FOR ANYONE THAT LIKES TO COOK .

ESAL COOKBOOK ONLY $ 12.00 at the shelter $ 15.00 Online

GET THEM WHILE THEY ARE AVAILABLE, The SPCA's Very own cookbook titled,

PAWSITIVELY DELICIOUS RECIPES

The cookbook has recipes from local pet lovers as well as recipes from our very own MD. Governor Bob Ehrlich , His wife Kendal and the Lt. Governor Mike Steele.

Call 410-398-9555 or come up to get your copy today !!!

Web Sites You can link to for Donations to the Cecil County SPCA Inc.

Kuranda Dog Beds

You can donate a bed to the animals at our rescue just go to the donate a bed link and select our rescue .

Please choose the Medium bed size 35 X 23.

Shop at your favorite name brand store online and donate to the CCSPCA Inc. at the same time at iGive .com

Spay & Neuter

All pets should be spayed or neutered period. Local shelters can accommodate only a small portion of unwanted pets. Pet overpopulation continues to take lives daily. Most of these animals are under 3 years of age, but older pets are also given up. Call the Pet & Equine Veterinary Hospital at 410-885-2687 for low cost spay/neuter prices.

Here are a few facts for you to consider:

10-20 MILLION animals are euthanized every year; this doesn't include strays or those who die in the streets.
Every 1.5 seconds a shelter animal is killed.
One cat and her offspring can produce 420,000 cats in 7 years - 10 MILLION in 10 years!
One female dog and her offspring can produce 67,000 puppies in six years
Only 1 animal out of every 10 born in the USA gets a good home.
Accidental births (cats and dogs who have owners who just didn't get them spayed/neutered) are the MAIN CONTRIBUTORS to the animal overpopulation problem.

Still not convinced? Perhaps you fall for one of these excuses:

I don't want to put my pet through such a difficult and stressful operation.

The typical sterilization operation, at most, involves an overnight stay at your local animal hospital or veterinarian. Your pet will be back to normal in only a few days with no lasting side effects. After the operation you will actually find that your pet is more relaxed, and less likely to experience mood swings associated with breeding seasons. Weight gain, another common concern, can occur with some animals, but with a careful diet and exercise this is rarely an issue. In all cases you should consult with your veterinarian before and after your pet's operation.
I can't afford to spay or neuter my pet.

The cost to spay or neuter your pet is generally less than $100. If this is beyond your means contact a local veterinarian (see our list of local clinics and veterinarians) to discuss a reduced rate or a payment plan that will meet your budget. In the long run it is much cheaper to sterilize your pet since he/she will, in general, be much healthier and female animals are less likely to experience uterine infections or breast cancer, and male animals have a reduced incidence of prostate problems and eliminate the possibility of testicular cancer. In addition, unneutered pets have a tendency to spray and/or soil their living quarters. i.e. your home, this can be costly, not to mention embarrassing.
I want to breed my pet to make extra money.

Unless your pet is a purebred animal and you plan on spending considerable time and money on your new "hobby" don't even consider this activity before talking to several reputable breeders to see what you are getting into. Take a look at our Breeding Decision Tree to help you make up your mind.
I want my children to experience a live birth.

We often hear this excuse and it is a very poor one! Putting your pet through an unnecessary pregnancy for the benefit of a learning experience is a cruel punishment. Please read "The Miracle of Life....." by Dr. Barry Taylor, DVM before you consider teaching your children in this manner. If this is still your goal, check with your public library about video tapes or DVD's on this topic, or contact a local farm with livestock to see if they would be willing to allow you and your children to witness a live birth.

Routine Vet Visits and Vaccinations

Your pet should see a veterinarian at least once a year for a routine checkup, and more often if it is a senior animal. In addition, all pets should be on a regular vaccination and medication program.

Recommended Regular Medications and Vaccinations
Dogs	Cats
Rabies	Rabies
heartworm	FELV and FIV (screen)
DHLPP	FVRCP
Bordetella	Bordetella

Currently we are in need of volunteers to help staff our Wag N Tails nearly new shop. You must be at least 21 years of age and good with money. If you are interested please click on the link below, fill out the application and turn it in to the us as soon as you can.

Please click on this link, print out the Volunteer Application
and bring it with you the next time you visit the shelter. Thanks!

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Since the Cecil County SPCA/Eastern Shore Animal League is a Not-for-Profit organization, 501 (c)(3) under the IRS code, we greatly depend upon your donations. All donations to the Shelter are tax deductible. If you have any questions regarding making a donation please do not hesitate to contact us during our business hours at 410-398-9555, or by EMAIL or online, go to the link at the top of this page

If you wish to remember us in your will or life insurance policy, please be certain to use our full name and address: Cecil County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, Inc. 3280 Augustine Herman Hwy., P.O. Box 665, Chesapeake City, MD 21915 By removing any ambiguity, you can be absolutely certain that the kindness of your lifetime will be perpetuated. Your bequest principal will never be spent. Only the income and part of the capital gains generated by the principal will be used to help unfortunate animals ad infinitum. Your gift is a perpetual memorial to your kindness and consideration towards animals.

Copy of current financial statement of the Cecil County SPCA, Inc. is available by writing PO Box 665, Chesapeake City, MD 21915 or by calling 410-398-9555, Documents and information submitted under the Maryland Solicitation Act are available for the cost of postage and copies from the Maryland Secretary of State, State House, Annapolis, Maryland 21401, (410-974-5534) Information may also be obtained from the Internal Revenue Service by calling toll free 1-877-829-5500. Information is also available at www.guidestar.org.

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Besides monetary donations we also can use a variety of items that can help the shelter animals and staff be the best they can be! See if you can help with any of the following:

Chest freezer

Can dog or cat food

Dry dog or cat food

Blankets & towels (to keep the animals warm and in good condition)

Toys, leashes and collars, beds.

Liquid laundry detergent, bleach, Dawn dishwashing detergent

Color Laser Jet Printer

Digital Camera

Laptop with Windows XP Pro.

Cage Dryers

Dog beds

Dog sweaters

Animal carriers and cages (to help transport or house dogs or cats)

Building materials and workmanship (to help us keep make the building a better SPCA) Building materials such as, 1/2 inch 4x8 plywood, 4 inch 4x8 studs, 2 inch 4x8 treated lumber, Tools such as Dewalt rechargeable drill (to replace one that was stolen) REMEMBER ANY DONATIONS ARE TAX DEDUCTIBLE , WE ARE A NON PROFIT ORG.

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