Lisa Stanziano – Page 10 – Friends of SFACC

November 2023

Big Boy Atticus!

Happy Bunday foster win! “Happy Holidays! We are so grateful for Oreo (now named Stripes) to become a part of our family. Just in time for the holidays! I fostered him since September and all of us fell in love with him. He’s so good around my kids, playful and adventurous! He is my therapy bunny since he loves to hop on my lap and just gives me the best hugs and attention after a long day from work. I can’t wait to go home to him. Thank you for letting us adopt Stripes!”

“I adopted Mildred back in June and she’s settled in amazingly. She loves hiking, visiting the beach, stealing my dinner, and hanging out with her doggie friends! She also loves visiting different coffee shops and boba stores around SF”

Pretty Princess has found her family. Long may she reign in her new queendom!

“I adopted Bentley at the beginning of October, im happy to share that he is settling in very well and is a happy gentleman! his name is also now Big Boy as from his adoptive description haha, he’s such a bundle of light and love! so lucky to have adopted him!”

“This is an update on Freyja! We adopted her in late September and she’s gotten comfortable with us very quickly. She’s a very curious kitty who likes to watch birds and people through the window she’s also super sweet and likes to hang out with the people she loves.”

“Hello! I adopted Humphrey in May of 2023, and I thought you guys would appreciate an update. He is my best friend through and through, and I love him dearly! We’ve since gone on so many adventures together and I can proudly say he’s my dog and I’m his person. He’s shown me time and time again that he was nothing but the right choice for me, and he would pick me over most things in this world, with the exception of a good treat. We’ve also moved from San Francisco to Nevada since I’ve gotten him, and being half Husky it was a good choice. The snow is his best friend. I could not be happier with him.”

Big puppy boy Ernie got himself a big family. Happy tails!

Artemis was adopted in March (aka Crackle) and we just got an update: “He’s doing really well. He’s a joy to behold. Thank you for helping bring some joy into our fam!”

“Freddy was adopted from SF ACC in 2017 and is living happily with his 2 other rescue siblings, Sasha and Hank. He’s also a semi-pro model.”

Senior sweetie Juno and shy beauty Ofortuna were adopted together.

Shy cutie Puss in Boots

Sweet scruffy pup Dorothy has found her way over the rainbow to her forever family!

Titus adoption update! “Hi! I adopted this (now grey) hunk from you 10 years ago
Titus has been an absolute blessing to our family over the past 10 years and brings us so much joy. Thank you for all that you do and especially thank you for bringing this love bug into our lives.”

Kitten brothers Leif and Eric the Red were adopted together.

Beautiful Olivia was adopted today and we already got a photo from her adopter! Here she is decompressing in the sink. We’re sure she’ll be moving on to cozy beds soon!

This couple found a stray cat, brought her in to us and when no one came in to claim her, they adopted her (after she was spayed) They named her Sacha Bertille.

Ashiki

Bambi

Biscuit

Dottie and Snow were adopted together!

Duncan

Levi

Lula

Max

Spinach

Starburst

Riverside Company

Thank you Riverside Company for spending part of their day with us to help our animals! They baked treats, made dog toys, and bagged food for the monthly Full Belly Bus pet food pantries. Our animals loved the treats AND attention!

We believe that caring for an animal is vital for many humans and can be especially so for folks experiencing homelessness and unstable housing. Corporate volunteers are the backbone of our new community program, prepping necessary supplies for our pet pantry families. We can accommodate up to 20 corporate volunteers each month, we will ask you to confirm your group size on the submission form. Learn more…

GIC Real Estate Inc.

Thank you GIC Real Estate Inc. for spending part of their day with us to help our animals. They baked treats, made dog toys, and bagged food for the monthly Full Belly Bus pet food pantries. Our animals loved the treats AND attention!

November 10, 2023 – gull entangled in fishing line

Officer Mullen reports…

I was working dispatch when we got a call from a concerned resident who saw a young gull on a boat that appeared to be caught on something, as the wing was sticking out in a strange way. Officer Quirke was in the area and was sent to check on the bird. When he arrived he soon discovered that the bird was entangled in fishing line that was wrapped around a nearby pole. After gaining permission from the Harbor Master and owner of the boat, Officer Quirke went on board to get a closer look and rescue the bird from the line. Officer Quirke gently laid a towel over the bird to both aid in restraint and calm the gull. He was able to use a knife to gently cut away the fishing line. The line had wrapped around two large feathers and with a few cuts, the line fell off and the bird was no longer entangled. Officer Quirke still had control of the gull and gave the bird a thorough examination. Thankfully the gull did not appear to have any injuries and was able to be released on scene.

There are over 50 different species of gulls and they are the only seabird to inhabit all seven continents. They are one of the only seabirds that can walk as easily on land as they paddle in the water. Gulls are extremely intelligent and inquisitive, which often leads to them finding themselves in some troublesome situations. This along with improper discarding of fishing line creates a dangerous situation for many shorebirds. Thankfully many piers and harbors along the California Coastline have monofilament recycling bins for fishermen to utilize. San Francisco has a program that collects the recycled fishing line and then melts it down to create artificial reefs that are used for freshwater fish living under piers.

If you see a bird or any animal tangled in fishing line or who appears to be in distress, please call our dispatch at 415-554-9400. If you know a fisherman (or woman) please remind them to properly dispose of and recycle their monofilament fishing line. Thank you for helping us keep our shorebirds happy and healthy during their stay in San Francisco.

October 2023

Sweet Cora has gone home! She’d been waiting patiently since early August. We’re going to miss her, but we’re thrilled she found her family!

Adoption update! “Hi – It has been 7 months since we were lucky enough to get Poppy (aka Priscilla). I wanted to let you and your team know she is the BEST dog and brings us so much joy and love.

She went through training and knows all the basics plus some fun stuff and walks on and off leash like a champ. She loves to hike off leash, play with the big jolly ball in the back yard, sleep on the bed and most of all get love and snuggles.

We love her through and through and can’t imagine life without her.”

Chonky lovebug Bentley has gone home.

Fluffy boy Angel has gone home to live with some new piggy siblings!

Husky beauty Fairy Dust.

Guthrie has gone home.

Batito! He was adopted only last month and we swear he’s gotten even bigger! He looks like a grown up, very handsome dog.

Sweet senior Teacup Chloe has been adopted by a couple who recently lost their pittie. And we have a couple of updates. She’s settling in nicely!

Lop eared sweetie Lucas has been adopted.

Kitten Harvey Dent was adopted by his fosters. Yay for foster wins!

Teen kitten Otter has gone home. He was adopted before we even got a good photo of him!

Wee bun Casala has gone home. She was adopted from us earlier this year, but was returned when her adopter became too ill to take care of her. Hoppy tails!