[identity profile] witchdogtor.livejournal.com
Join canine herbalist Nancy Anderson of Canis major herbals on the 2nd Tuesday of each month as we explore a holistic, herbal model for canine health. We'll start with nutrition and herbs, and apply that knowledge as we examine the different organ systems through the seasons, pulling it all together in a "whole dog" approach.

Oct 9: On the Nature of Canine Health - Exploring the holistic model

Nov 13: The Importance of Nutrition - Understanding nutrition as the foundation of health

Dec 11: Herbs 101 - What, when, why, and how would you use herbs for your dogs’ health issues? The medicinal applications of herbs will be discussed in their many different forms

Jan 8: Elements of Treatment - The Whole Dog: Putting it all together

Through 2013, we'll spend each month traveling through the canine body, aligning the seasons with the organ systems. Specific and common conditions will also be discussed, such as skin issues, Lyme Disease, parasites, anxiety… and more.
The aim is to make this a fun and interactive series (with tons of information flying around)!

Classes are $10 each and start at 7:00pm. Come to all (for a discounted rate) or only one. Arts at the Armory 191 Highland Ave, Somerville

For more information or to register, email nancy@canismajorherbals.com or visit www.canismajorherbals.com
[identity profile] koshmom.livejournal.com
Apparently a landscaper put poisoned hotdogs on a lawn after his job was over.
see this page
[identity profile] 02144girl.livejournal.com
Possible Stray in Teele/Trolley Square area. Last seen on Cameron St on Somerville/Cambridge line. Black with Dark brown and ginger patches and a white tail tip.  Green eyes. First seen 12/31/11. Last seen 9/5/12.

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On New Year's Eve this year, this sweet adult cat followed us home from Norton's Liquors. Ever since then, I've seen her every few weeks. She used to be very friendly and bigger but in recent months, she stopped letting us pet her and is starting to look thinner (could just be because it is summer). She doesn't have a collar so I assume she is stray. I'm starting to get worried about her and considering taking her to Saint Meow's or another local shelter when winter starts but I want to be completely sure she is a stray. Anyone recognize her or have any advice? (Also, not sure if the cat is female or not, but it felt weird to write "it").
[identity profile] bobobb.livejournal.com
Thanks to those from the LJ who connected me with the local urban chicken keepers. I was able to interview them for a Seedstock article, which you can find at:
http://seedstock.com/2012/08/13/chickens-in-the-city-practical-advice-on-managing-an-urban-coop/

As an aside, when I originally posted there was some confusion as to whether Cambridge allows chickens as there are people who live in the city that keep chickens. When I called the city, I was told that they are not permitted. Those who posted the locations of the chickens in Cambridge may want to edit their posts to help keep these folks outside of the city's attention.
[identity profile] toporopi.livejournal.com
So I found this orange lizard in the road! Is it yours? If so, call me at 857-891-8979.

No help from 311, police, or animal control. So, it's hanging out in a cat carrier on my porch. It seems pretty chill.


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[identity profile] marburg19.livejournal.com
A little outside of Davis, but not too far . . . an orange and white cat (a neutered male, I think) initially appeared a couple days ago. He wandered into my Cedar Street (Porter Square) apartment as some friends were leaving and went straight for my own cat's food. Given that we've already got a grumpy cat and a wounded foster kitten in the house, my boyfriend ushered him out quickly. Today he was back again, crying while perched on a fencepost in my backyard. I gave him some food, but he didn't seem that interested. He was very affectionate and kept trying to come inside the apartment with me. He doesn't have a collar or tags. I haven't seen him around the neighborhood before, so I'm not sure if he typically wanders around or if he's lost. Let me know if he looks familiar to you. 
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[identity profile] bobobb.livejournal.com
A couple years ago there was a bit of a brouhaha in Cambridge surrounding some folks on Putnam street who wanted to own a couple chickens and ducks. My understanding of the incident was that they lost their appeal and chickens are not longer allowed in Cambridge.

Since it was talked about on the livejournal: http://davis-square.livejournal.com/2111316.html
I was wondering if anyone had contact information for the folks involved.

I am writing an article for a sustainable farming magazine and would like to compare this situation to one in Oakland California, where recently chickens got the green light.

Does anyone know the folks involved in this situation? If so, could you put me in touch?

They can e-mail me at mberbeco at gmail.com.

Thanks!
[identity profile] toseeyouinblack.livejournal.com
My normally indoor medium length hair  kitty got out  of the house a few days ago and spent the night  out in the wilderness of somerville and got into all sorts of trouble. He came back with some sort of awful sticky mess in a lot of his fur,  I've made a few attempts to groom it  all out with my  normal kitty brush but but its gotten so stuck  in there hes mauled me a few times a few times for my trouble and i'm hesitant to take clippers to it to get it all out because i'm afraid of hurting him  also the sheer amount of fur i might have to take off.

i've never needed to have  a pet groomed before  since he usually enjoys being brushed every couple of days and enjoys a damp towel down occasionally. so i don't really know what to look for in grooming services. does anyone know any nice, affordable ones in the davis/porter area that won't scare off a newbie like me?

here s a picture of the little twerp before he had his adventure and got all dirty
[identity profile] redcolumbine.livejournal.com
This cat could very well belong to people who let it roam, but just in case: Tabby with white chest, and blue "awareness ribbon" charm on collar, in the fenced-in parking area near the end of Elmwood Street, just now.
[identity profile] ratheripped.livejournal.com
Couldn't find anything recent about dog walkers so I figured I'd ask. I'm looking for a good, not too painfully expensive mid-day dog walker to come by our house in Porter and take our pooch out for a stroll on weekdays. I'm not a fan of giving someone I don't know access to my house (the doggie daycare options just aren't convenient for us), so solid, trustworthy recommendations are really appreciated. Also if you can let me know what their rates are like that would be helpful too.

Thanks in advance.
[identity profile] plumtreeblossom.livejournal.com
I just now saw a large bird of prey (Hawk? Falcon?) on the railing of my balcony on Bay State Avenue up in Ball Square. (I hate that I never think to take pictures of anything until it's too late.) It was a foot tall at least, and very beautiful. If you're in the immediate area and you have a very tiny dog or kittens, I'd say bring 'em inside for now. It looked hungry.

Let's see if I can make a new tag...
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[identity profile] theodosia.livejournal.com
Just to make sure this doesn't get missed. Annie is still missing!
I've noticed posters up, so her people are doing the right thing.
There is a Facebook page if you want more details. (https://www.facebook.com/pages/Annie-is-Missing/264039020376145)
According to the news there, she may have been seen at Walnut and Pearl streets.
[identity profile] emcicle.livejournal.com
It seems I'm always asking some long shot question.

Does anyone know if it is legal to bury your pet (in this case a cat) in your yard in Cambridge? Any ideas where I could find out? I suspect this will be come relevant to me within a day or two.

Thanks!
[identity profile] trysha.livejournal.com
Greeting davis square,

I'm seeking two services.

Yard Work:
* Trim Hedges
* Remove three to four foot+ ragweed and other weeds.
* Pull down overgrowth.

I've asked several services, but most garden people are crunchy-organic-make-it-pretty goodness ($$$$$). Not "just clean the overgrown crap up please" ($).

Inside the house:
* Previous resident has been a pet-astrophy there.
* The basement smells awful, and was used as a litterbox by the previous resident's cat.
I need a cleaning service that can deal with this sort of thing.
* Carpets need steam cleaning, etc...

(I've seen lots of advice in other posts fixing this yourself, but i'm not currently in a physical state to be able to do this myself - alas. I am seeking to hire someone)

This is time sensitive.
[identity profile] redcolumbine.livejournal.com
Somerville Animal Control is seeking information on this dog. A witness observed someone tie him to a utility pole on Morrison Ave at approximately 9:30am on 6/9/12 with the chain seen in the photos. There was a matchbook with "my name is Carter" written on it attached to the chain. More pictures of the dog are available upon request. Anyone with information on this dog should please call Somerville Animal Control at 617-625-6600 ext 2190.

Why find the owner? Because Animal Control needs to have the current owner formally surrender the dog before they can send him to a rescue. Otherwise, they need to hang onto him for 10 days before he's eligible for adoption.
[identity profile] brandon stafford
Walking to work this morning, I found a cat dragging a retractable leash near Somerville Ave and Park Ave. Here is said cat: https://twitter.com/#!/rascalmicro/status/195527295828635649/photo/1

If this is your cat, you can get in touch with me by posting here or tweeting at me. The cat is currently at 10 Tyler Street in Somerville.
[identity profile] grateful1311.livejournal.com
City of Somerville 2012 Rabies Clinic

SATURDAY, APRIL 28, 2012

10:00 A.M. - 12:00 noon

RABIES SHOT: Dogs & Cats - $10.00 per animal.

Dog Licensing available at clinic.

It is required that all dogs over 6 months of age be licensed in the City of Somerville.

SOMERVILLE DOG LICENSES

$30.00 FOR AN INTACT DOG

$20.00 FOR A SPAYED/NEUTERED DOG

Located at the Department of Public Works builing on Franey Rd, Somerville.

All dogs must be leashed.

All cats must be contained in carriers.

Please call 617-625-6600 ext 2190 or email aterrio at somervillema dot gov for more info.
[identity profile] fontia.livejournal.com
Anyone else woken up by our wild gobbler this morning around 5am? I thought it was some annoying turkey ring tone or something that someone wouldn't turn off, until I woke up and realized the turkey I saw on Sunday night was still around! He or she is kind of skinny for a turkey, and super awesome to see! :-D I need to close my storm windows.
[identity profile] secretlyironic.livejournal.com
Animal Spirit, the pet-supply store and doggy-daycare on Mass Ave near Verna's Donuts, will be closing soon. Their lease is up and the owner told me they'd be shutting down "in a couple weeks," presumably whenever they sell off most of their remaining inventory. A lot of stuff is on sale.

I'm sad to see them go.
[identity profile] grateful1311.livejournal.com
Fenway is a 6 year old spayed female, black lab mix. She went missing from Pearson Ave in Somerville on March 6th at about 1pm. She was wearing a red collar with tags that have her name and owner's phone number on them. She is also microchipped. Because she is very friendly, it's likely that someone picked up Fenway and still has her.

Pictures of Fenway can be seen in the link below. Please spread the word, her family misses her very much!!

http://boston.craigslist.org/gbs/laf/2888641545.html

If you have any information regarding Fenway's whereabouts, please contact Somerville Animal Control.
617-625-6600 ext 2190
or email aterrio at somervillema dot gov

Thank you!

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