Dog Room Shift Log
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- For volunteer newbies or those wanting a refresher, read the Dog Shift 101 document here.
- Be sure to fill in the schedule with your availability. The schedule can be found here.
For privacy’s sake we’ve removed phone numbers as these pages are able to be seen by the public. See contact list posted in room for contact info
Dog Room Coordinator
Concerning the Shift/Dog Room, Scheduling: Kelly Hohenberger, kelly.caaws@gmail.com
Dog Medical Coordinator
Julie Amador, jlacaaws@gmail.com / 2nd: Charles Beard / 3rd: Amanda Jones
Dumped Animals Contacts
Dogs, Elise, 2nd Julie, 3rd Jamie
Cats, Michelle Soileau or Charles
Communications, Email Lists, If Can’t Reach Others
Kelly Hohenberger, kelly.caaws@gmail.com
NEW! ANONYMOUS QUESTIONS, CONCERNS, COMPLAINTS ETC
We always want everyone to feel fully comfortable and confident in us and encourage a Doors Always Open Policy for all members of the organization and encourage you to let us know of any questions, concerns, complaints, etc, that you may have. This will remain fully anonymous, unless you choose to let us know.
Things to Remember: Updated 11/9/24
- NO human food is to be given to any dogs, EVER.
- Pick up all food bowls by end of shift and wash out, unless directed specifically to do otherwise.
- All clips should be clipped in the back of the runs for the water bowls at all times.
- Slip leads or leashes must be used at all times to bring dogs in and out from the yards.
- KONGS: Do not stuff the Kongs with food, this causes an issue where rancid food is left in them for days which is disgusting and could cause a digestive issue. If a Kong has ANY damage, throw it out.
- Please turn off the large fan, dishwasher, washer, and/or dryer whether or not the clothes/dishes are done when you leave. It is a fire hazard to leave them on unattended.
- A Note on Doggy Field Trips: Please contact Julie and/or Kelly for doggy field trips. We and the dogs would LOVE for more people to take our pups out on field trips. To dog friendly coffee shops or restaurants, the park if appropriate, etc, we just need to know ahead of time. ALWAYS remember to note it in the log below with your name, the dog or dogs you’re taking, and a phone number you can be reached at. Remember only one dog per person.
REMEMBER TO TEXT JULIE ANY MEDICAL CONCERN
It is of utmost importance that Julie is alerted to any and every medical issue. If you cannot reach her and need someone immediately call Kelly. Contact info is posted in the room.
IF YOU BRING A DOG IN OR TAKE A DOG OUT, LEAVE A NOTE IN LOG!!!
Messes: Wendy, Pretzel, Dorff, Celine
Meds given
Topeka has a cough that sounds like Dorff. Julie will bring her meds soon
Laundry is dirty
Walks for Pretzel (thanks Olivia!), Drako, Topeka, and Crosby. The latter 3 were all super well-mannered!
Celine is here Took Rocko for neuter tomorrow
Messes: Dorff, Wendy, Pretzel
Gave meds. Dried laundry. Hand washed the slow feeder so they can use it tonight.
Wendy’s kennel was bad. I draped the towels over the fence and sprayed them down with the hose. They’re dripping wet right now, please put in the washer tonight. I only gave her 1 towel today in order to reduce how much get’s covered in poop.
I see a comment on this laptop labeled “Awaiting for approval” from Elise.
messes: topeka and pretzel
all meds given
everyone split a can of pumpkin. crosby, dorff, wendy, and topeka got slow feed bowls
peanut butter lick mats for pretzel, wendy, lucy
rocko is a little sneezy
dishes done and put away
load of laundry washed, right dryer need to be reran
per kelly – abandoned animal protocol is printed out and viewable on top of white shelf to the left of computer. please reference if youre ever in a situation where an animal is dumped or abandoned here!
Messes: Topeka, Pretzel, Crosby, Dorff.
Man tried to leave his dog here but I directed him to CAA. White pitbull running loose, did not see brown one today.
Gave meds to Wendy and Dorff.
Dumped pitbull can jump the small patio fence. Put him in front kennel for animal control.
Shut the garage doors to keep everyone grom barking at him.
Took out trash, cleaned yards and patio.
Did laundry and ran dishwasher.
All quiet now. It was quite the first day!
Hey guys Sunday morning definitely wasn’t skipped either Joe’s post didn’t post for whatever reason or he had a lot going on during a shift and forgot to post not sure. You definitely had a lot going on during his shift a pup showed up and he had to meet with animal control to come get it and it was a lot but he was definitely there.
Messes: Dorff, Topeka, Lucy, Crosby Everyone ate, meds given Dorff still coughing a lot, gave him his antibiotics Topeka had soft stool Dishwasher run, washer run, dryer needs to be run Took Rocko’s kuranda bed out to see if he’d be more inclined to lay on his bed without it, he did like laying on the dog bed without the kuranda bed! Playtime outside for Dorff, Pretzel, Lucy, Wendy Scooped both yards Bleached and cleaned poop scoopers Everyone got treats! Kept an eye out for the dogs roaming the neighborhood, did not see them. Lucy barked at the neighbors the… Read more »
Messes: Dorff, Pretzel, Topeka Everyone ate well. Meds given Dorff coughed alot, to the point it almost sounded like a scream later during shift. I believe Topeka has very loose stool, probably from the new food. Wendy had bloody stool. Deep cleaned Wendy and Dorff runs, including walls. 2 loads laundry washed and started drying 2 large dogs showed up tonight. Big white one was very friendly and let me scan him, but no microchip, He also enjoyed the food and water we gave him. The rust color one was too scared to come close. We notified Julie and Elise.… Read more »
Adoptions hectic everybody wants Crosby. He will be going some time this week. I cleaned up the desk a bit, things should still be findable I kept them in the general same space just a bit neater. We will be starting Wendy on Trazadone 1 tablet twice per day for her anxiety, let us know if it seems to help! Dorff has a cought, Julie has started him on antibiotics. It sounds terrible. Apparently he was treated for an upper respiratory infection at the place he was at apparently it didn’t get rid of it. Thanks everyone!!!
Messes: Everyone but Drako and Rocco
Meds given, chores done.
Everyone ate.
Dorff still hacking.
Dishes in dishwasher are dirty.
Wendy pooped all over her kennel and run, took poop trash out
Extra outside time/ play for Rocco.
Messes Dorff and Pretzel. Milo had an accident before I could get him outside. All dogs ate no problem and meds were given. Washed a load of clothes and dishes. Lots of outside time, it was a gorgeous night. Wendy was really good outside. She actually moved more than two feet away from me.
Messes: Wendy, Topeka, Pretzel, Lucy, Milo.
Chores done, med given, dryers emptied, 1 load laundry and 1 load dishes completed, yards scooped repeatedly, poop bags to dumpster, donations processed, plants watered, patio/Iso’s blown, Iso’s bleached/rinsed.
Everyone ate well. Normal poops except Dorff’s was soft and Milo had some blood in his stool, which ranged from formed to soft.
Dorff started on antibiotic, still hacking.
Replaced vinyl part of bed that Pretzel had ruined.
Food increased for Dorff and Drako per Julie.
Beautiful morning, all dogs got lots of outside time and some loves/play.
Messes: Dorff, Wendy, Pretzel, Lucy, Milo.
Chores done, no meds, 1 load dishes and 1 load laundry completed, yards scooped repeatedly, poop bags and big trash to dumpster, Iso’s and patio bleached/rinsed, shelter swept/mopped.
Everyone ate well.
Milo had some bloody/mucousy stool. Dorff was choking/gagging periodically, ending with some white spit. Julie aware of both.
Nice day, lots of outside time.
Messes: Dorff, Milo, Lucy, and Pretzel
Meals: all ate well
Meds given
Chores completed
Dishes: (1) load washed/dried/put away
Laundry- sorry dirty towels from several messes throughout our shift- didn’t have time to wash5
Shelter swept
Yards scooped; bags to dumpster
ISO’s and back patio bleached and sprayed clean
Yards messy; wiped off several muddy paws after yard time
*Wendy had massive bm (loose) towards end of shift. Had to remove everything and clean again.
*Dorff was coughing a lot; notified Julie and sent video to her. He appeared OK after he ate dinner.
Messes: Dorff, Wendy, Pretzel, Milo, Lucy. Chores done, 2 loads dishes and 2 loads laundry completed, yards scooped repeatedly, poop bags to dumpster, Iso’s bleached/rinsed, all kennels deep cleaned, toilet scrubbed, refilled food bin, recycling bin in from road. Everyone ate well. All poops normal. Dorff did a lot of throat clearing at the beginning of shift but then stopped later. Milo’s grooming visit was a great success! Thank you! I brought treats, 6 new bottles of Clorox spray, and more antibacterial soap liquid hand soap. Welcome and Well Done! to Abby on her first day of training! Very soggy… Read more »
Messes: Dorff, Milo, Lucy, Pretzel
Dogs fed, runs cleaned, meds given, no chores done
Lucy didn’t like me but let Carson take her out, maybe its a man thing?
Dorff had a ceremonial poop dance or poop explosion or something
Messes: Dorff, Wendy, Crosby, Pretzel, Milo,
Dogs fed, messes clean. No laundry or dishes done, it was 8AM by the time I finished feeding and cleaning.
Wendy had a disaster, poop all over the kennel. I just took the whole kennel out with her and sprayed it down while I watched her to ensure she didn’t escape.
Lucy does not want to come to me outside. I put her food bowl in an ISO to trap her, then came back and got her after she ate.
messes: milo, pretzel, dorff, wendy
drakos med given
everyone ate, rocko ate once water was added
mrs. lisa and mr. glenn came by to help out for a while and take milo to the groomer!! thanks guys!!
no more stuffed toys for wendy. also, she is having very soft poop bordering on diarrhea. julie notified
isos bleached and sprayed
not enough dishes for a load
not enough laundry for a load until the end
Messes: Dorff, Wendy, Topeka, Pretzel, Lucy. Chores done, no meds, dryers emptied, 1 load laundry and 1 load dishes completed, yards scooped repeatedly, poop bags and big trash to dumpster, patio and Iso’s blown/bleached/rinsed, lots of donations processed, shelter swept and mopped (thanks Patricia!). Everyone ate well. Rocko scarfed down Little Caesars. All poops normal. Raked the edges of the patio and took the leaves to the dumpster and put gravel/dirt in holes in yard. Took flowers outside and watered them. Please leave them out there. They are annuals and when they die, I’ll clean up the planters and then… Read more »
Messes: Milo, Lucy, Pretzel, Dorff, Wendy, Rocko
Everyone ate, Meds given
Ran washer twice, dryer once, clothes left to air dry
All observed stool was normal
Unloaded dishwasher, not enough to run again
Pretzel, Wendy got some playtime outside
Drained the hose and brought it in
Bleached and sprayed isos
Ayane’s first shift!!! WOOOO!!!
Messes: Lucy, MIlo, Wendy, Pretzel, Dorf. Dorf had diarrhea with rocks in it. Keep an eye on whether he keeps eating rocks.
Wendy still had some red in her poop.
Everyone but Rocko ate. Rocko didn’t touch his food.
Not much time outside since it was pretty cold.
Chores done.
Laundry washed and dried.
Hose had some ice in it. In the evening, please drain the hose and bring it in.
Messes: Lucy, Topeka, Pretzel, Milo, Wendy, Dorff Meds given to Drako Everyone fed and ate, but Rocco did not eat PM food, but had empty bowl from AM in kennel Wendy had pooped in her kennel, and it looked like red toy or treat dye, not blood. Sent picture to Julie. When I took Wendy out, she had to zoomies, seems to be opening up more. YAY No escapes during shift from kennel. Very windy/chilly night, but pups seemed to enjoy. Dishes washed/emptied. 1 load laundry washed, dried. Driers need to be ran again. Toys cleaned, ISO sprayed. All trash… Read more »
Messes: Pretzel, Milo, Dorf
dogs fed
no meds
rooms cleaned
dishes in dishwasher are dirty
laundry cleaned and dried
iso cleaned
Messes Dorf, Pretzel, Lucy and the puppies. The puppies’ kennel was covered in poop as were they. I tried to clean them up before they were picked up for foster. Wendy’s first bowl movement was solid and blood free. But she pooped twice in her kennel and both times it had blood in it. Everyone ate except Rocco. I tried adding water his still wasn’t interested. Dorf ate part of the red hard rubber circle, evidence by laptop. He did not pass any tonight as far as I could see. The green netting blew off of part of the fence… Read more »
Messes: Dorff, Wendy, puppies, Pretzel, Lucy. Chores done, no med, dryers emptied, 2 loads laundry run, please restart dryers, 1 load dishes completed, yards scooped repeatedly, poop bags to dumpster, donations processed, toilet and sink cleaned, patio/Iso’s blown/bleached/rinsed. Everyone ate well. Puppies: mixed dry food with water and canned puppy food. They ate about 1/2 and seemed full. Left remainders in kennel. Next shift please dump. Rocko: didn’t touch various food options until I gave him Little Caesar’s, which he loved. Left some with him since he’s missed some meals. Trimmed Rocko’s nails as well as possible with his escalating… Read more »
messes: dorff, pretzel, milo, puppies, topeka drako med given everyone ate. wendy had a mushy poop halfway through shift that had a little blood. shes also drinking a lot of water. julie notified. her stomach/ribcage also looks bigger than when i saw her sunday and tuesday laundry ran but right dryer needs to be restarted, dishes ran and put away new dog rocko wouldnt eat. his nails are veryyy long, i asked julie if maybe while hes under for his neuter they could be clipped if anyone is wondering, milo has a groomer appointment set for monday evening. dont worry!… Read more »
We have a new doggy named Rocko! He is about a 1 1/2-year-old rat terrier mix!!!
Hey guys it’s Kelly. I’m not sure why some posts are not posting. Sometimes they pend approval but none are pending for me to approve? I guess when you go to post real quick copy all you’ve written and that way if you hit enter and it doesn’t post you can paste it and try again. Text me if you continue to have issues 225-324-8903
Messes: Milo, Pretzel, Dorff, Lucy, Wendy, Puppies
Frank was here with some space heaters until the AC guy came. Everyone’s warm now.
Chyanne came for a bit with momma dog.
Wendy escaped and was eating from Lucy’s food bag. Fortunately I had Drako who was very good and patient when he had to quickly go back outside.
Laundry & dishes done.
Yards scooped, bags plus recycles to the curb.
Iso sprayed.
Guess our post did not post for Wed Pm -yes we were there and did all the chores .
Messes abounded from the puppies and Dorff ! Everyone ate well and we left food for puppies and for a new dog Ashley brought in last night. Clothes in washer dried and put away. Both Topeka and Wendy did their usual indoor pees outside when outside -progress.
WED PM shift 3:20-6:30 PM
I did a detailed note but it’s awaiting approval, possible spam !?
messes: puppies, dorff, pretzel, topeka
everyone ate with pumpkin besides puppies. puppies didnt eat much of their food
meds given
everyone got lots of outside time
jinu to foster!!!
blayde came by and checked out our AC. the heat is out in the dog room. libby is aware and contacting our AC company, hopefully will be fixed tomorrow! cat room is fine though
left faucets dripping per chyanne
not enough dishes for a load. laundry done and put away
Messes: Dorff, Pretzel, Wendy, puppies.
Puppies’ bowls were empty when we got here. I stood by & made sure each nibbled a little but they didn’t each much more.
Another Wendy escape.
Yards scooped, bags to dumpster.
2 loads of laundry done, a few towels need another go in the dryer.
Isos sprayed
Messes: Lucy, Pretzel, puppies, Dorff, Wendy
Meds given
Puppies didn’t eat
Dishes and laundry are dirty. I thought the dishwasher was running the whole shift but it never ran. I’m sorry!
Please restart dryers
Iso sprayed
Puppies got towel baths
We might all need to get actual instructions on this dishwasher —on our last shift —arrival —-it was all lit up and running but after a few hours of the same —we opened it and no dishes were even in there!!😵💫
dogs have been fed and medicated
Joe is coming by tonight to fix washer
messes – puppies, dorff, pretzel, topeka eveyone ate, added pumpkin to food (except puppies), dorff and crosby got slow feeders All puppies ate fine, but Zoey waited until one other was in the run with her to eat any. Dishes and laundry are dirty. Right side dryer needs to restart The towel on the dryer with the scissors needs to be cut into a poop rag. My hand was starting to cramp after doing other towels lol but I can get it when I come back tomorrow pm -Sarah puppies chew on the pen, please keep an eye on them… Read more »
Messes: Puppies, Dorf, Wendy, Pretzel. Everyone but puppies ate. Puppies may have nibbled a bit. Gave them food with water at first but replaced it with dry food at the end. I left it for them to eat. Ran two loads of laundry through the washer. The washer still works, the handle it just really hard to move and needs a lot of elbow grease to move. I tried to lubricate it, but it’s still too stiff. I’ll try to look at getting it moving easier. Dryers need to be restarted. Meds given. Chores done. NOt enough dishes for a… Read more »
Thank you Joe! I didn’t think to WD40 the handle.
Messes: Dorrf, Wendy (once I let her out of wire cage), Pretzel, puppies Meds Given to Drako. Created new med sheet for him. Everyone ate well. Dorrf and Crosby slow feeders. Puppies were fed separately but were scared so put back together in run to feel safe and some nibbled. From the poop I saw, all normal. Washing machine still broke, tried to reset but didn’t work. Need to call for service. Poop bags to dumpster. Very rainy night, but pups still were able to go out. Set up the video camera on my phone and caught Dorff. He drinks… Read more »
The puppies have been brought to the shelter. We are keeping them in one kennel for the time being since they are so young (6 weeks). Make sure they are going in the puppy pen only and we are not sharing that space with anyone else. We want to make sure they are not having any exposure to any other dog. Please make sure to spray down with bleach after the shift. They will be fed 1 cup each of puppy food 2x a day. If there is any leftover they haven’t eaten, leave with them at the end of… Read more »
Messes: topeka, wendy, dorf, pretzel
dogs fed and medicated
not enough dishes to run
tried to starrt the laundry but couldnt close the door
Iso cleaned
Messes Dorff and Pretzel, over and over again during the shift. Everyone ate meds given chores done. I couldn’t get the handle to release on the washing machine. When you pressed the white button, nothing happened. Sorry about all the laundry. Thanks to Darian for helping out and I know the dogs enjoyed the attention. I had to tell the young boy next door to keep his hands away from the fence. Pretzel was in the yard, and she was particularly nippy tonight. Pretzel also tore down the green netting trying to get to him. I put it up as… Read more »
Messes: Dorff, Pretzel.
Chores done, med given, dryers and dishwasher emptied, 1 load laundry completed, yards scooped repeatedly, poop bags and big trash to dumpster, patio/iso’s blown, Iso’s bleached/rinsed, plants watered, donations processed.
Everyone ate well. Normal poops.
Crosby’s legs and tummy bathed after getting all muddy outside.
Cloudy but nice morning, everyone had lots of outside time in the muddy yards with play/loves.
Mesess Dorf
dogs fed and medicated
dishes cleaned
Laundry cleaned
rooms cleaned
pretzel had a kong in her room and was eating it, I left it on the counter
dogs have been fed and medicated
Made Lucy a feeding chart.
Messes: Dorff and Pretzel Meals: all ate well; fed Dorff in a slow feeder…took a whole 5 minutes to eat…lol Meds given Chores completed Laundry: (1) load washed/dried/put away Dishes: (1) load washed/dried/put away ISO’s and back patio bleached and sprayed clean Shelter swept Yards scooped and bags to dumpster Water for first messes ready Last minute breaks given Brushed all the dogs except Wendy who refused Refilled all indoor bleach bottles Rainy night; provided short/quick breaks **Tarek dropped Topeka off around 6pm; he said she ate dinner already. Also, he reported she’s on a special diet- her bag is… Read more »
We threw Drakos shirt away because we found him tearing it up in his kennel. It was in shreds.
I noticed it was missing, too.
Comet back from vet
Messes: Dorff, Wendy, Pretzel.
Chores done, med given, dryers emptied, 1 load dishes and 1 load laundry completed, yards scooped repeatedly, poop bags and many boxes to dumpster, sink and toilet scrubbed, patio/iso’s blown, iso’s bleached/rinsed, plants watered.
Everyone ate well. Normal poops.
Played/loved on everyone.
Very nice morning, lots of yard time for all! 🙂
Comet to vet for microchip.
Leiomy, now Lucy is back. As Sarah said she is very stressed. She was returned due to showing aggression to other dogs in the home. They also said that she has become worse with food aggression. Luna very excitedly left the shelter with her new mom.
Messes: Dorff, Luna. Comet almost held it but excited peed all over me when I put the leash on him
Drako got his meds
Long walk for Drako. Everyone else got lots of loves except for Dorff 🙁 Please give him some love tomorrow!
Pretzel is working on her leash skills for Krewe of Mutts. You can use Dorff’s pinch collar!
Dishes and laundry are dirty. Please restart dryers
Leiomy – now Lucy is very very stressed. Please give her some love too!
Luna to home check!
Messes: Dorf, Wendy, Pretzel, Luna
Everyone fed & medicated.
Dishes & laundry done.
No Wendy escapes and she was much more playful outside than I’ve seen.
Dorff & Luna moved back to their old kennels, temp ones wiped & mopped.