Adoption & Rescue

German Shepherd dogs are legendary for their intelligence, beauty and loyalty. German Shepherd Rescue of Orange County is a non-profit organization that rescues and re-homes purebred German Shepherds that have lost their homes due to unfortunate circumstances.  Last year, they found loving homes for almost 400 purebred dogs. Visit their Web site to donate, adopt, volunteer or surrender a dog. Adoption events are held every weekend at area pet retailers. See the GSROC calendar for an up-to-date list of adoption and charity events.

Volunteering

Want to lend a friendly paw? Rescue volunteers often assist in adoption events, garage sales, bake sales, transportation of dogs from local kennels, events and veterinarians, event organizing, fund-raising, phone calls, fostering and more. Interested volunteers need to be 18 years or older. The application form may be found here.

Emergency Resources

Crossroads is open when other animal health facilities aren’t – all night, all weekend and even on major holidays. Offering urgent and emergency care for your pet, this Norwalk-based health center uses the latest technology such as digital x-ray, ultrasound and high-tech patient monitoring, to ensure the best treatment for your pet. Hours: Monday-Friday, 6 p.m. – 8 a.m.; and 24 hours on major holidays.

Veterinary Services

Be it accidents, illness or injuries, Crossroads works hard to get to the root of what ails your pet. Appreciated by pet owners for its all-night and 24-hour holiday accessibility, this animal care center also boasts a daytime surgery department that provide state-of-the-art treatment for knee repair, regenerative stem cell treatment, soft tissue repair and more.

Caroline Goulard’s practice focuses on mobility issues in the secure environment of your home. Paws Back in Motion offers physical rehabilitation, acupuncture and wellness care for cases such as arthritis, pre-/post-op orthopedic and neurological rehabilitation, non-surgical approach to some orthopedic and neurological conditions, post-stroke rehabilitation, soft tissue injury, senior wellness, sport injuries, obesity management. We can assist you in the choice of mobility aids such as slings, carts and braces.

Other services include physical rehabilitation (manual therapy, e-stim, TENS, home exercise program, therapeutic ultrasound, laser therapy), acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine, nutritional consultation and supplements.

Just as people have zodiac signs, so do our pets.

ZodiacDog has a fun way to celebrate your pet’s personality. Check out their line of astrology-inspired pet apparel and accessories highlighting each sign’s own unique set of characteristics and traits. Everyone who meets your pet will know a little more about your dog’s personality. From Capricorn to Sagittarius, your dog can proudly wear his or her sign on shirts, bandanas, leashes, collars and harnesses.

Deluxe accommodations and services await Pet Suites’ canine and feline guests, from color televisions in each pavilion of suites to the pampering lovingly doled out at the Grooming Spa, featuring state-of-the-art HydroSurge bathing and gentle Snyder dryers.

What’s a dog to do? A lot! Active pets enjoy nine secure play and exercise yards for individual and supervised playtime. Pet Suites offers boarding as well as day care, including Doggie Camp, where dogs play in a group setting with dogs of similar size. Doggie Daycare is designed for dogs that prefer not to mingle with other dogs or who need one-on-one care. All camp dogs receive four hours of free-play time and are given a healthy treat during “Yappy Hour.” Rates vary depending on dogs’ needs. Food is included, unless furnished by owner.

Pet Suites is also ready to satisfy all of your pet’s bathing and grooming needs. An expert staff of professional groomers are skilled in caring for all breeds of dogs. For a special treat, try one of their signature, relaxing blueberry facials.

Pet Suites is veterinarian-owned and a member of the American Boarding Kennel Association. Take a virtual tour of the resort here.

ACCIM is a 24-hour specialty referral practice providing sophisticated emergency, trauma management, emergency surgery, internal medicine and critical care by a warm, personable professional staff. This Orange County facility prides itself in providing long-term medical management for internal medicine and critical care patients, as well as intensive medical care for your pet 24 hours daily. Pets receive the medical attention they truly deserve, even when your family veterinarian is unavailable – and the staff will work closely with your family veterinarian during follow-ups, too.

Specialty services include radiology, ultrasound imaging; endoscopy and laparoscopy scoping; stent placement; mechanical ventilation and hemodialysis; minimally invasive biopsy and more.

Offering full-service grooming and self-service pet wash at at all locations, LaunderPet has forged a reputation for its gentle, expert care extended to their furry customers. Grooming services for cats and dogs include the Furminator Treatments, $10 spa packages (teeth brushing, blueberry facial and a five-minute light massage), and specialty cuts for dogs.

Self-service wash is available at the Belmont Heights and Bixby Knolls stores. There, customers can use LaunderPet’s elevated tubs, towels, ear cleaner, brushes and air dryers to bathe their pets themselves.

The shops are also distributors of premier pet products such as the Citronella Anti-Bark Collar, Cat Man Doo kat kaviar, and several lines of organic dog and cat foods. LaunderPet also carries other pet supply needs for fish, reptiles, birds and small animals.

Long Beach-based Überdog is dedicated to providing the best quality care and training for your pets. Clients have the option of private classes in the home, or attending the group classes taught at LaunderPet in Seal Beach.

In addition to pet-sitting, they also offer services such as individual and K-9 exercise groups, pet photography and pet-sitting (Check out their rates here). Behavior issues are addressed through obedience training, as well as behavior modification courses – helping you you get the dog you deserve! Überdog is CPR and pet first-aid certified, a certified pet dog trainer, and licensed, bonded and insured. Serving Long Beach and surrounding areas.

The Pawtographer knows just how to capture your pet’s inner star-power! Called on often by celebrities, media outlets, publishers and animal lovers of all kinds, The Pawtographer’s creative style brings a whimsical “oomph!” to animal portraiture. Whether you prefer traditional poses, documentary-style candid moments or a themed setting, this Orange County-based photography outfit knows the right angles to preserve on film your pet’s beauty and irrepressible personality. Real sets are used in the shoots, as well as well as pet-sized clothing. The best part? Pets have fun, too! For information and inspiration, check out The Pawtographer’s sample gallery here.

Sophie’s has one goal in mind: providing products to keep your dog happy in mind, body, and stomach. The Fullerton-based shop’s high-quality product and “gourmutt” food offerings include luxury carriers and beds; collars and harnesses; apparel and accessories; and healthy treats and other edible goodies. Make sure to check out their BARKery offerings – salmon “pup”overs, top dog pizzas, peanut butter paws and more!