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The Marx Brothers might say "Why a Duck?" We say, "Why not?" So have a look at Paco, this week's Pet of the Week at the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter. Paco was surrendered to the shelter in mid-July. In his prior home, he lived in harmony with a chicken, and our staff notes that he is a very human-oriented, social duck. If you've never had a duck before, they are quite similar to chickens—except they waddle, wiggle, and quack!

In addition to a dry area, ducks need regular access to water for swimming and grooming.
Besides a balanced diet of duck pellets, grains, fresh veggies, and clean water, ducks require a predator-proof spot to sleep at night. They also need a secure outdoor enclosure to keep them from flying or roaming away.

Ducks are playful, full of personality, and incredibly entertaining. If you would like to visit Paco—or the shelter's other adoptable duck, Sweeny, who previously lived with a dog and would likely thrive with a flock of female ducks—please stop by the shelter.

UPCOMING EVENTS

• Saturday, September  12th Tickets are still available for Boots on the Green at the Bayonet Black Horse Golf Course in Seaside.  Get ready for an unforgettable day of live music and incredible vibes. Part of the proceeds will be donated to the shelter. Fun Fact: KPIG's Michael Gaither will be the emcee for the afternoon. Check out http://bayonetblackhorse.com/country-music-festival for tickets.
• Sunday, September 13th Join the shelter at the Capitola Wine Festival from 10am-5pm. For more information about the festival check out https://capitolaartandwine.com.

For more info, listen to Pet-O-Rama at 11am Thursdays here on the pig or visit the shelter, located at 1001 Rodriguez St. in Santa Cruz and open from 11am to 6pm every day.

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