Topic: Animals
Pet of the Week
Written on December 26, 2016 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
What do you mean Christmas is over? It can’t be! My brothers and I didn’t even get a chance to sit on Santa’s lap! Maybe that’s why we’re still here at the animal shelter… Santa had no idea that what we want most of all is forever homes! I’m Georgia. My brothers, Clooney, Bogart and Continue Reading
J34 Has Died
Written on December 22, 2016 at 11:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
Another southern resident killer whale has died! By Kenneth C. Balcomb, Senior Scientist Center for Whale Research We regret having to make a distressing announcement during this holiday season, but we confirm from news photographs and eyepatch photos sent to the Center for Whale Research that the killer whale carcass that was towed to a beach Continue Reading
Happy Holidays from J-2 (Granny) and the Whale Museum
Written on December 19, 2016 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Did you know that Granny’s estimated birth year is 1911? She is believed to be the oldest female in J, K, and L pods at over 105 years! She is still very active and often breaches. Here are some interesting facts about Granny: She is the matriarch of the Southern Resident Community, known as J Continue Reading
117th Annual Christmas Bird Count
Written on December 13, 2016 at 5:56 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Islands Christmas Bird Count will be on Saturday, December 31st and will be a wonderful way to celebrate the coming of a new year… From Christmas Bird Hunts to Christmas Bird Counts In 1900 ornithologist Frank Chapman along with other conservationists were troubled at the slaughter of birds in the annual holiday event called Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on December 12, 2016 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
My name is Tillie, and I am the winner of the Animal Protection Society Fishing Derby! Get a load out of the fish I caught! It’s not very tasty, but it does squeek when I bite it, which I find very amusing. I just arrived from Mexico and have some concerns about your weather. Other Continue Reading
Book of Birds
Written on December 8, 2016 at 5:57 am, by Tim Dustrude
In the SJ Update mailbag this morning we have this great suggestion from Leslie and Val Veirs for a great locally produced Stocking Stuffer… Dear Islanders: As the holiday season continues and the Mount Grant Campaign nears its goal (only $25,000 to go!), community members have a unique gift-buying opportunity. The charming Book of Birds, written and illustrated by Continue Reading
Committed to Conservation
Written on November 30, 2016 at 5:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
Local Whale Watch & Wildlife Tour Companies Donate $24,000 to Orca and Salmon Conservation Friday Harbor, WA – San Juan Safaris and San Juan Island Outfitters, two local whale watch and sea kayak tour companies, are giving back to killer whale and salmon conservation and research. As highlighted by the recent decline in the Southern Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on November 28, 2016 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hello sailor. New in town? Looking for some company on these long, winter nights? I know I am… My name is Roxy and I’m currently rooming at the “APS-FH Boarding House for Discriminating Young Women”, otherwise known as the animal shelter. I’m quiet, discreet, loyal and a real looker, if I do say so myself. Continue Reading
First License of 2017
Written on November 24, 2016 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Canaan, a five-year old border collie, received the first 2017 dog license of the season at the San Juan County Auditor’s Office. Canaan is a champion agility dog, and has won many awards along with his owner Bob Anderson. Dog tags will be sold beginning Monday, November 28. All dogs, three months of age or Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on November 21, 2016 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
“Heyyyy….” I’m Arthur Fonzarelli, but my friends here at the animal shelter call me, “The Fonz”, because I’m such a smooth operator. I’m still just a kitten, but that doesn’t mean I’m not the coolest cat around. Wait til you meet me… it’s gonna be love at first sight. Capiche? Animal Protection Society of Friday Continue Reading
November Haul-Out Survey
Written on November 19, 2016 at 5:56 am, by Tim Dustrude
This story comes from the Whale Museum’s E-News monthly newsletter… Starting earlier this year, The Whale Museum’s San Juan County Marine Mammal Stranding Network began conducting regular surveys of sea lion haul-outs in San Juan County. Both Whale Rocks in Cattle Pass and Green Point on Spieden Island are popular gathering spots for Steller sea Continue Reading
Wolf Hollow Critter’s Christmas
Written on November 17, 2016 at 5:23 am, by Tim Dustrude
You’re invited to come by the Mullis Community Senior Center, Friday Harbor between 5:00 and 8:00 pm on December 9th for hot drinks and delicious holiday goodies and to share wildlife stories with Wolf Hollow Staff and Board members. Bring an item from our wish list as a holiday gift for our local wild creatures and Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on November 14, 2016 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hello There. I’m a good dog. At least that’s what I’m told. Actually, I’m told I’m a perfect dog, but I don’t like to brag. My name is Rio. I’m an international man of mystery, so I can’t tell you my last name. That would be indiscreet. Johnson. My last name is Johnson. (I have Continue Reading
Thanks “Living” Celebration
Written on November 10, 2016 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
First Annual Thanks “Living” Celebration at Island Haven Animal Sanctuary Island Haven Animal Sanctuary invites you to join them on Sunday, November 20th from 2pm-4pm to honor their rescued turkeys and other retired farm animals. Enjoy plant-based appetizers and learn more about Island Haven and amazing facts about turkeys. Take a guided tour of the sanctuary Continue Reading
APS Volunteer of the Month
Written on November 8, 2016 at 5:56 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor has announced that Jake Range, pictured above with shelter dog, Gator, is Volunteer of the month for October. “Jake has been helping out at the animal shelter for several months – walking and socializing dogs, helping with building maintenance and just about every odd job that comes up”, says Shelter Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on November 7, 2016 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hello there. I’m Autumn and I’ve decided to throw my hat into the ring, as they say. That’s right – I’m running for President of the United States. I’m asking for your vote. Write me in! My platform? Well, my platform is simple: “No Ticks, No Fleas, No Government Sleeze”. Furthermore, if I’m elected, every Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on December 26, 2016 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
What do you mean Christmas is over? It can’t be! My brothers and I didn’t even get a chance to sit on Santa’s lap! Maybe that’s why we’re still here at the animal shelter… Santa had no idea that what we want most of all is forever homes! I’m Georgia. My brothers, Clooney, Bogart and Continue Reading
J34 Has Died
Written on December 22, 2016 at 11:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
Another southern resident killer whale has died! By Kenneth C. Balcomb, Senior Scientist Center for Whale Research We regret having to make a distressing announcement during this holiday season, but we confirm from news photographs and eyepatch photos sent to the Center for Whale Research that the killer whale carcass that was towed to a beach Continue Reading
Happy Holidays from J-2 (Granny) and the Whale Museum
Written on December 19, 2016 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Did you know that Granny’s estimated birth year is 1911? She is believed to be the oldest female in J, K, and L pods at over 105 years! She is still very active and often breaches. Here are some interesting facts about Granny: She is the matriarch of the Southern Resident Community, known as J Continue Reading
117th Annual Christmas Bird Count
Written on December 13, 2016 at 5:56 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Islands Christmas Bird Count will be on Saturday, December 31st and will be a wonderful way to celebrate the coming of a new year… From Christmas Bird Hunts to Christmas Bird Counts In 1900 ornithologist Frank Chapman along with other conservationists were troubled at the slaughter of birds in the annual holiday event called Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on December 12, 2016 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
My name is Tillie, and I am the winner of the Animal Protection Society Fishing Derby! Get a load out of the fish I caught! It’s not very tasty, but it does squeek when I bite it, which I find very amusing. I just arrived from Mexico and have some concerns about your weather. Other Continue Reading
Book of Birds
Written on December 8, 2016 at 5:57 am, by Tim Dustrude
In the SJ Update mailbag this morning we have this great suggestion from Leslie and Val Veirs for a great locally produced Stocking Stuffer… Dear Islanders: As the holiday season continues and the Mount Grant Campaign nears its goal (only $25,000 to go!), community members have a unique gift-buying opportunity. The charming Book of Birds, written and illustrated by Continue Reading
Committed to Conservation
Written on November 30, 2016 at 5:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
Local Whale Watch & Wildlife Tour Companies Donate $24,000 to Orca and Salmon Conservation Friday Harbor, WA – San Juan Safaris and San Juan Island Outfitters, two local whale watch and sea kayak tour companies, are giving back to killer whale and salmon conservation and research. As highlighted by the recent decline in the Southern Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on November 28, 2016 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hello sailor. New in town? Looking for some company on these long, winter nights? I know I am… My name is Roxy and I’m currently rooming at the “APS-FH Boarding House for Discriminating Young Women”, otherwise known as the animal shelter. I’m quiet, discreet, loyal and a real looker, if I do say so myself. Continue Reading
First License of 2017
Written on November 24, 2016 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Canaan, a five-year old border collie, received the first 2017 dog license of the season at the San Juan County Auditor’s Office. Canaan is a champion agility dog, and has won many awards along with his owner Bob Anderson. Dog tags will be sold beginning Monday, November 28. All dogs, three months of age or Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on November 21, 2016 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
“Heyyyy….” I’m Arthur Fonzarelli, but my friends here at the animal shelter call me, “The Fonz”, because I’m such a smooth operator. I’m still just a kitten, but that doesn’t mean I’m not the coolest cat around. Wait til you meet me… it’s gonna be love at first sight. Capiche? Animal Protection Society of Friday Continue Reading
November Haul-Out Survey
Written on November 19, 2016 at 5:56 am, by Tim Dustrude
This story comes from the Whale Museum’s E-News monthly newsletter… Starting earlier this year, The Whale Museum’s San Juan County Marine Mammal Stranding Network began conducting regular surveys of sea lion haul-outs in San Juan County. Both Whale Rocks in Cattle Pass and Green Point on Spieden Island are popular gathering spots for Steller sea Continue Reading
Wolf Hollow Critter’s Christmas
Written on November 17, 2016 at 5:23 am, by Tim Dustrude
You’re invited to come by the Mullis Community Senior Center, Friday Harbor between 5:00 and 8:00 pm on December 9th for hot drinks and delicious holiday goodies and to share wildlife stories with Wolf Hollow Staff and Board members. Bring an item from our wish list as a holiday gift for our local wild creatures and Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on November 14, 2016 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hello There. I’m a good dog. At least that’s what I’m told. Actually, I’m told I’m a perfect dog, but I don’t like to brag. My name is Rio. I’m an international man of mystery, so I can’t tell you my last name. That would be indiscreet. Johnson. My last name is Johnson. (I have Continue Reading
Thanks “Living” Celebration
Written on November 10, 2016 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
First Annual Thanks “Living” Celebration at Island Haven Animal Sanctuary Island Haven Animal Sanctuary invites you to join them on Sunday, November 20th from 2pm-4pm to honor their rescued turkeys and other retired farm animals. Enjoy plant-based appetizers and learn more about Island Haven and amazing facts about turkeys. Take a guided tour of the sanctuary Continue Reading
APS Volunteer of the Month
Written on November 8, 2016 at 5:56 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor has announced that Jake Range, pictured above with shelter dog, Gator, is Volunteer of the month for October. “Jake has been helping out at the animal shelter for several months – walking and socializing dogs, helping with building maintenance and just about every odd job that comes up”, says Shelter Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on November 7, 2016 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hello there. I’m Autumn and I’ve decided to throw my hat into the ring, as they say. That’s right – I’m running for President of the United States. I’m asking for your vote. Write me in! My platform? Well, my platform is simple: “No Ticks, No Fleas, No Government Sleeze”. Furthermore, if I’m elected, every Continue Reading