Summer 2010

To enhance the quality of life of all companion animals in a pro-humane manner through compassion, responsibility, education and service.

“Zorro” The German Shorthaired Pointer Our on site trainer Denise S’Bath, who is a big part of PPF’s 3rd Chance Program, was evaluating a couple of dogs for rescue at a shelter in Riverside County. The young starving German Shorthaired Pointer had just been picked up and was about to be placed in a kennel as Denise was leaving. Despite being a bag of bones, the dog still had the energy left in him to jump up on her for hugs and kisses, which proved to be his salvation. They said he was found wandering in the mountains, clearly starving for some time, as he was at least 20 pounds underweight. His chances at this shelter were not good. Facilities such as this one are dreadfully overcrowded, and they just do not have the resources to give extra care to dogs like ZORRO. Denise just couldn’t turn her back on this dog’s plea for help, and soon she was loading him up with the other dogs she “We are not to treat had rescued, immediately naming him ZORRO. living creatures like shoes and household belongings, Once back at The San Clemente–Dana Point Animal Shelter which when worn with ZORRO was placed in a heated kennel, given a cozy bed and fed his first square meal in a long time. use we throw away” Unfortunately he broke with kennel cough after a few days, a result of his compromised immune system and that soon developed into a serious case of pneumonia. He spent a very expensive week in isolation at the vet’s office being treated and medicated, but emerged healthy and well, ready for his forever home. The GOOD NEWS, ZORRO is living in the lap of luxury with a family that sadly lost their beloved German Shorthaired Pointer last year and they had been looking on the internet at rescue facilities, hoping to find one! Your donations help us “HEAL MORE HEARTS” like Zorro’s and his new guardians; it’s a win, win situation! Wag’N’Roll 2010

Pet Project Upcoming Events:

The dogs wagged, the people rolled, and some did both at Pet Project Foundation’s 17th annual Wag-A-Thonsm. The morning began with Sunday, August 8th The Boys of Summer’s cool tunes to get us started on the day’s events “Fiesta” Street Faire in (www.theboysofsummer.net). Folks were greeted by Platinum Sponsors Hartz, In Home Pet Final Care, and PetSmart at the Richard Henry Dana San Clemente. Hot Dog statue in Dana Point’s beautiful harbor. Booth at the Street Faire on Del Mar Street The Urban Mushers of Southern California (www.urbanmushing.com) were present to tell us about their beautiful dogs and demonstrate how they work for fun.

September 19 Marley was there to lead the walk around the island and through the “Flight of Fancy” Bowser Bazaar. Did you see all that dog stuff??? Wow! PPF gets great At Café 207 in San Clemente vendors to come to this event.

We were treated to a demonstration by Orange County Fire Authority’s Urban Search and Rescue Dog Team. See some of the pictures of this Saturday, November 6th demo on our Website. Amazing animals! “Tail of Two Cities” Fundraiser and “It’s Raining Cats and Dogs” Gunner proved he was the fastest dog in the Doggie Dashes with a with our Helicopter Golf Ball 3.4 SECOND gallop through our racetrack. This is proving to be a real Drop at Talega Golf Club highlight for dogs, participants, and volunteers.

Pet contests! Yes! They were amazing, cute, clever!

Please check out our website We couldn’t put this event on without the encouragement of the Dana for more information: Point Harbor Department and Orange County Parks. Wags and licks to those folks. www.petprojectfoundation.org

And our volunteers, what can we say but thank you for helping on such a huge event to raise money for our communities’ animals! Many of us enjoyed an apres-Wag party at Aventura after closing up the Wag and cleaning the island. Much deserved!

Did you miss it? Well, mark your calendars for Saturday, April 30, 2011, for the 18th annual Wag-A-Thonsm! Fratello’s in San Clemente proudly presents:

An Evening Of Dining, Dancing and “Family” Fun to Benefit Pet Project Foundation

July 31st 6:00 p.m. – Closing LIVE Music

20% of Total Purchase donated to Pet Project Foundation

Fratello’s 638 Camino De Los Mares

Silver Sponsors In-Kind Donors

Animal Urgent Care of Accent Portraits by Diana Orange County Amazing Tents & Events Dawgy Style Aventura Sailing Association Hannah A. Lewis, DDS Beacon Printing PETCO Billy’s Meats, Seafood and Deli San Diego County of San Clemente Credit Union Buy My Bikes! Seaside Chiropractic Coffee Importers Three Dog Bakery Costco CR&R Incorporated Dana Point Chamber of Commerce Dana Point Marina Co., LLC Bronze Sponsors Dana West Marina IMAGES/Creative Solutions Chick’s Plumbing K-WAVE 107.9 Dorothea Healing OC Dog Natures Select Pet Products OC Fire Authority Urban Search Pet Suites & Rescue Dog Team Super Critter Sitter Pet Lovers Publication St. Regis Resort Sundance Graphics Trader Joe’s Urban Mushers of Southern California L’Hirondelle Event from Pamela Schuler

The 15th Annual L’Hirondelle Chardonnay Luncheon was held on Saturday June 5th. This event raised over $3800 which are much needed funds to be used to care for the homeless animals at the San Clemente–Dana Point Animal Shelter.

In attendance on this beautiful June afternoon were 50 guests and 15 doggies. The doggies received treats from Grandma Lucy’s and cupcakes with a bone on top lovingly made by Karen Kulick.

Attendees were treated to a wonderful luncheon accompanied by wine and a scrumptious dessert served by Evy Rose, Caroline Statzula, Risa Brown and Becky Lentini. Musical entertainment was provided by Carolyn Miller.

Ali and Lisa Golesorkhi, owners of L’Hiirondelle, introduced “Salty” their cat, who meowed an “I’m glad I was adopted from the San Clemente–Dana Shelter Hours And Point Shelter”. Contact Information (closed major holidays) A fun time was had by all.

Closed Monday Pet Project Foundation wishes to thank Coordinator Pamela Schuler, Chairman Kathleen Morea, Auctioneers Bob and Paula Becker, Wednesday: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Opportunity Chair Nancy Gonzalez and all of the wonderful people Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and and local businesses that supported this event. Saturday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday: noon to 3 p.m. Footnote: Shelter Address: 221 Avenida Fabricante Pamela, San Clemente, CA 92674 Shelter Telephone I forgot to tell you – We planted a Magnolia tree in front of our house (949) 492-1617 in memory of Maggie Mae – we called her our “Highland Magnolia” and were told by our gardener it would not bloom this year. On PPF Telephone Saturday, it burst with 2 huge blooms and has 20 or so more coming. (949) 595-8899 It is only 8 feet tall. We are putting a small stone below it for Maggie, I think it’s bloomed in honor of the Patio Party. She loved coming to it. www.petprojectfoundation.org [Jann Steel Lane, Ph.D. ] S.C. Rider Supply (SCRS) and Down South Ridaz (DSR) teamed up to host a benefit motorcycle wash to show their support of Pet Project Foundation. Roxanne Lucido, owner of S.C. Rider Supply, was approached by Down South Ridaz bike club to co-sponsor the wash held on June 13, 2010 in San Clemente.

The bike club president, “Terrible” Tony Singleton and vice president, “Frosty” Leon Dubois wanted to host a community event that benefited INTRODUCING a local non-profit. When the subject came up at their monthly meeting, KIM KURTZ another club member, Darren Conn, suggested Pet Project Foundation Newly appointed Shelter General and the San Clemente–Dana Point Animal Shelter knowing through his Manager. girlfriend, Florianne Reynoso what a great friend to animals PPF is. Pet Project Foundation is delighted to welcome Kim into this position. SCRS provided the location, marketing and materials needed to get the She previously served as a super- visor and is very familiar with all event going and DSR provided the labor, that labor being 11 Marines aspects and workings of the Shelter. from Camp Pendleton that spent the day happily washing motorcycles for PPF looks forward to working with the homeless animals. It was a fun day with music, food and a lot of bikes. Kim in her new capacity, particularly We even had a few dogs looking for their forever homes at the event. in our shared goal of building new kitty-friendly quarters at the Shelter in the upcoming year. Everyone worked hard before and during the event to make it a huge success by raising $1100. The thoughtfulness and generosity of people like S.C. Rider and Down South Ridaz help PPF continue to support the animals at the shelter and for that We Are Forever Thankful. Commemorative Tile Program to Help Fund Expansion at San Clemente–Dana Point Animal Shelter

By Paula Becker

We are making progress in our Cat Above: Sandra Ackerman and Marie Ann at the shelter Care Improvement Project to build new kitty-friendly quarters at the shelter. We are deep into the city’s entitlement process with the assis- Paws Up to Marie Ann tance of architect Todd Skenderian. Rose Marsh – Age 6 All eight of the kitty suites have been sold! Our continuing fund- raising efforts include a limited After having her face painted at the Pet Project Foundation booth during quantity of Commemorative Wall The Festival of Whales Street Faire in Dana Point back in March, Marie Tiles. With the purchase of a tile, discovered that the artist had donated her skills to help the animals, so donors can honor or memorialize she decided she would also like to do something for Pet Project. a family member, friend, or favorite pet, give a gift in honor of a special Marie’s mom Emily contacted PPF volunteer Sandra Ackerman who provided occasion, or celebrate their special them with some necessary tools, flyers, newsletters and a few posters. On connection with the shelter or Pet April 15th in front of Las Palmas Elementary school in San Clemente, Marie Project Foundation. Commemora- and some friends held their lemonade and face painting stand, raising approx tive Wall Tiles are available in either $60 for the animals at the shelter. 8” x 8” ($1000 donation) or a 4” x 4” ($500 donation) sizes. Both sets of Marie’s mom Emily is very proud of her daughter for encouraging others tiles will be prominently displayed to give back and effecting some change. Marie simply said, “Mommy, I’m on an interior wall in the new cat super glad I did that!” room addition. For more information and to order, visit the “donations” We are often asked by parents of minor children how their kids can help page at www.ppfcatroom.org, our shelter animals. Marie set the perfect example of how to do so and or call Pet Project Foundation at we sincerely appreciate her efforts. 949-595-8899. - Sue Walshe, President PPF RHEA’S BIRTHDAY PARTY Lucky Dog, The Little Mexico City Street Dog

Dear Family and Friends.

It is with great sadness that we had to say ‘adios’ to our dear little Lucky Boy, the best little street dog in the world. We are broken-hearted. He has been such a part of our lives for the past fourteen years, bringing us so much joy, laughter and unconditional love. In his final days he taught us more about com- passion and caring for one in need than we could ever have learned in a lifetime. Whenever he looked up at us with those beautiful brown On June 3rd. Rhea Herbert of eyes, we loved him even more. Dana Point turned 7. Instead of receiving gifts she asked her Lucky touched the lives of all he met during friends to donate to Pet Project his life-time journey, from his days in Mexico Foundation. City, where he was born. During our four years in Mexico he warmed the hearts of many at our Rhea attends St. Margaret’s fiestas, always a happy and willing participant Episcopal School and will be in his chili pepper scarf. He journeyed with entering 2nd grade in the fall. us back home to America, where he became a California beach bum, adding many new Thank you Rhea for so generously friends to his list. Then it was onto The Nether- thinking of the animals on your lands and London for four years, where he special day. gained many friends from around the world before returning home to California. Lucky Sue Walshe. President PPF met so many wonderful people during his life, always bringing a smile to their lips, a warm feeling inside them with his special way. Thank you for loving him.

On May 24th, 2010, Lucky died at home sleeping peacefully in our arms in the little bed he loved so much. He was surrounded by a circle of love as the sunrays from the skylight shone down upon him. Just before he passed, he let out his little “that feels so good” moan as he so often did. We knew that it was a message from him to us, saying that everything was okay as he bid us “adios”.

He will be greatly missed. But we have so many wonderful memories of NEWSLETTER the days we spent together on this earth. The great gift of unconditional CREDITS love that he gave to us will be in our hearts forever. He will also live on in the pages of his book, “Lucky Dog – The True Story of a Little Mexico City > Editor Street Dog who Goes International,” and through sales he will continue to Sue Walshe help other homeless animals find good loving homes. > Design Dennis Wunsch Christie Shary. > Contributors Paula Becker Christie and Lucky Dog attended the 2010 Wag-A-Thon, Sue Walshe Lucky’s last public appearance. and why we need your support. All of these animals had medical or long term care issues, please help us to continue our rescue of animals like these.

Dear Pet Project,

On March 13th my husband and I came to your animal shelter in hopes to find a rabbit. Well, I got what I wanted. We adopted Gable (renamed Hatter) that same day. He is such a great bunny boy. He is silly and fun to watch as he runs around the house and doing his binkies (happy jumps). He still tends to be a little on the grumpy side (can you blame him? He was there for almost two years) but each day he gets better and better!

Thank you for bringing Hatter into our lives. I hope we make him as happy as he makes us. Also, thank you to Cindy who was the volunteer that made it all happen!

Sincerely, -Angela and Mark Richardson

I wanted to thank you all for helping me adopt by two new best babies Rio (aka Bear) and London (aka Sadie). They are the sweetest and most amazing dogs. They are both very well behaved and just starved for love and attention. They are by my side every minute with loving eyes, tail wags and kisses. They have moved Letter from Jane’s new parents: right in to my home and especially my Jane aka Sophia, is so amazing, such a gentle cat and very smart. She loves heart. I can’t thank you all enough for to play fetch and somersaults down the hall chasing after her catnip-filled toy filling a huge void in my life. I adore mice. What a happy girl Jane is these days living with Smokey, now Grey C, my doggies! who was also adopted from the shelter also. Please tell everyone thank you for all they have done for the girls. We love them both very much and enjoy Kristen sharing their progress with you.

-Ron and Michele

Jane’s shelter story: Jane came into the shelter with a run of black kittens and cats. She got older and more skittish and then she got ringworm! Poor thing was in isolation for several months; that means behind a locked door, seeing no other cats or people, other than the busy kennel attendants from time to time. She would meow so sadly from her prison, and when she finally came out she was more skittish than ever. Until one day Ron came in and Jane started “talking” to him. He was immediately drawn to her intelligence and potential. She really picked him. When they interacted, she ignored him – intriguing him even more! Cats do like to play hard to get. Turko originally came from Fresno. He had been abandoned and left tied to a dumpster with a wire around his neck, when he was about 8 mths old. Thanks to Denise Sbath our trainer at the San Clemente–Dana Point Shelter for rescuing him and and bringing him back to Southern California for adoption, where I was fortunate enough to be able to adopt him from.

I have been a Sunday Dog Walking Volunteer at the Shelter for many years. I look at Turko now with sheer love and profound gratitude, he has truly found his way into my heart, we are both so lucky

-Denise Gee

Just a note to let you know how well Marley is doing almost 1 year later. We were warned that Monroe would be a handful so we renamed her Marley when we brought her home. Marley still has quite the attitude and a definite mind of her own, but with I adopted Peewee March 5, 2010. He was really sick at the beginning with lots of love and training she is doing pneumonia, and I fostered him for a few weeks before the adoption. Peewee well and thriving. She loves riding in is the best little guy ever. He loves people and gets along with everyone. He the car and playing with all of her toys has brought so much joy to my life. He is so happy. and as you can see in the attached picture Marley is very, very happy As you can see he has gained 4 good lbs. Thanks to everyone at the shelter. in her forever home. You were all so kind. And, Peewee thanks you, too. Thank you so much for taking such -Colleen Flannery good care of her and giving her such a good start in life!

Sincerely,

Kim & Dan

Daisee was slated for euthanasia at a County Shelter after being hit by a car and sustaining serious injuries to her rear leg. Despite having an owner, they did not claim her.

As the weeks ticked by Daisee’s chances of survival were bleak. Fortunately she had a guardian angel at that Shelter and they were able to plead her case long enough to finally find PPF, who was willing to save this sweet girl’s life and provide the funds for the surgery she needed.

Thanks to Brianne Simon, a vet technician with Dana Niguel Vet Clinic in Dana Point, for fostering Daisee after her surgery. Brianne has since adopted Daisee, who happily lives with Emmy the Schnauzer in the picture. Adelman, Adrienne Fischer, Robert O’Donnell, Martin & Michelle O’Donnell – Albert, Brad Fox, Emily In honor of Bob & Carol Bonner Albert, Carol J. Fulton, Christine – for the cat room expansion Olding, Gina – adopted Junior Armstrong, Casey & Christy Gibson, Karen – for the cat room expansion Poli, Betty – In honor of Zack & Luke Avera, B.L. Graf, Kimberly – Donation from her garage sale Powell, Pam Bates, William & Margery Grijalva, Fausto Prieve, Lisa Bender, Douglas & Jane Hannan, Margaret – In honor of the Beckers Pruitt, Andrea Berry, Joy Henderson, Hal & Cheryl – In honor of Dr. Diehl Robison, David & Shay Borja, Elizabeth and staff for the support they give you Sandretto, W.A. Brady, Judith A. Iles, Pamela – for brown dog Sbath, Denise Brenner, Alexis – In honor of Deva & Karma Isaksen, Thomas & Valerie, from Our Lady Of Schorle, Renate Brenner pets Fatima class Sindoni, Raymond & Ada – from Jody & Bundschuh, Bruce & Barbara Jacome, Francine Jamie Collins Chase, Barbara Kelley, William – from James and Cynthia Wade Snider, C.L. & Jeanne – In the name “Zorro” cat Childers, William Higgins & Joanne Christian Stewardship Ministry Spriggs, Joyce Clute, Lyn Kellick, Scott St. Hilaire, Jean Cole, Don & Ann Kennett, Catherine Straight, Selly – Thank you to Donna Longo & Cook, Marianne – Bottle, can recycle donation Kerwick, Lina Elaine Mata for bringing PPF into my world Cravens, Shirley Klein, John W. – “Java” 3rd chance and Strandberg, Richard & Diane Daly, William & Bune other pups Sullivan, Bryan Delaney, Louise – Cat room expansion, Koistra-Ferguson, Deni Taplin, Bonnie “Happy Birthday from all the animals” Krisher, Ed & June – for Brown Dog Thompson, Nelly Jane Donovan, Mathew – to Laura Donovan loves Kroger Co. Torino, Francis P. Foundation her dogs & Kitties. Happy 28th Birthday!! Kuhn, Karl & Carol – Tile for the cat room Toth, Richard Dignan, Jean – for the cat room expansion expansion Truist Altuism Connected – from Cynthia Dennis Donnelley, Steven & Julie LaMonte, Kathleen – For all my pets present Unger, Rebecca – for “Java” Dunn, Carol Lyn – for cat room expansion and past Viktor, Kenneth & Barbara Echo & Lorijo Lewis, H.K. Vlach, Barbara – Sale of jewelry at her store Edison International Employee Contributions Lewis, Jane – For “Java” In honor of our dogs Wallace, Cassidy – little girl baked and sold from Anon, Bonnie Bora, Jean Haithcock, “Gotch day!” cookies for cats Jean Thompson, Christina Cook, Paul Franz, Lloyd, Judy – for the cat room expansion Warren, James & Sharon Karen Pfahl and Robert Slinker Loving, Jim Weitz, Howard Edwards, Eldon & Marcia – for the cat Lukovich-Tremblay, Michelle – “Thank you” West, Susan room expansion Dorathy Laster Wilson, Thomas J. Eglar, Dan & Marilyn – for the cat room Martin, Daleann & Edward Winslow, Dona J. – for the cat room expansion expansion Masuda, Chiaki Zinnen, Lilo Elders, Cyndi – for the cat room expansion Mata, Michael & Elaine – for the cat room English, Rich expansion Estrella Veterinary Hospital In honor of the McCarthy, Robert & Barbara following companions and their families, Milligan, Patrick – In honor of the 2 bunnies Estrella Veterinary Hospital has made a we adopted, “Begonia” & “Andromeda” donation on their behalf to the San Clem- Mitchell, Alice – In honor of Ron & ente–Dana Point Animal Shelter. “Gracie” Christine Bartell Walls, “Bailey” Johnson,” Shadow” Linton, Morrison, John – In the name of Hercules, “Boots” Hauer, “Cali” Arons, “Zion” Lunn, Chico & Mindy (pets) “Noah” Curci, “Cosmo” Roth, “Taz Man” Nelson, Lucy Aska, “Saucy” Little, “Princess” King “Toby” Nigh, Wendy Pekarske. A big thank you to all who donate!

Gift of Love donations Quaranto, Paul, & Terri – In memory of Michelle Fairbanks, Jennifer – In memory of the cutest, In memory of people Kelly passed May 2010. Michelle’s passion coolest rabbit “Willow” ate love for animals did not go unnoticed. Folli, Rose – In memory of “Misty” Aaron, Sue – In memory of Barbara Miller Our thoughts and prayers are with you. The Gilson, Elizabeth – In memory of “Emma” Ackerman, Sandra – In memory of Quaranto Family. sweet and loving kitty of Lois Kammueler Virginia Kenworthy Rasmussen, Gerald & Jacqueline – In memory Godzak, Elaine – In memory of “Boo Boo” (pet) Avinger, Angelyn – In memory of Angelyn’s of Jerry Hopper, Dottie – In memory of “Schatzi” son John J. Avinger Reeves, Susan – In memory of Virginia beloved pet of Sharon Ryan Avinger, Nancy – In memory of Angelyn’s Kenworthy Hopper, Dottie – In memory of “Bas” beloved son John J. Avinger Rickwalt, Diane – In memory of Mary Decker pet of Sue & Pete Baker, Mary – In memory of Virginia Kenworthy Riehle, Phil & Emma – In memory of Max Labedz, Nick – In memory of “Pooky, Dick”, Barney, Nancy – In memory of Virginia Storment and “the gang” Kenworthy RSM Staff Club – In memory of Carla Polak Lange, SeaJay – In memory of “Oliver” Bridgeman, Diane – In memory of Patrick Ruth-Alice – In memory of Jean Wulfkule Loughner, Laura – In memory of “Casey” Bridgeman with love Peanut Butter, Jelly Schuler, James & Pamela – In memory of donation towards “Java’s” medical care and Diane Virginia Kenworthy Maddox, Jon & Mary – in memory of “Scotty” Carter, Dan, & John Trout – In memory of Sibley, Olga – In memory of Carla Polak prince of Capo Beach Harold Smith Smith, Carol – In memory of Harold F Smith McCaslin, Jeanne – In memory of “Lina” pet Diamond, Larry & Mary – In memory of Spencer, Annalu – In memory of Virginia of Dave & Kathy Aasen Elizabeth Colby Kenworthy McKernan, Aud – In memory of sweet Eyerman, Patricia – In memory of Virginia Vandergriff, Lisa – In memory of Virginia “Sophie” She was a faithful and true friend Kenworthy Kenworthy Mirvis, Leonard & Roberta – In memory of Friendly, Suzy – In memory of Virginia Voils, Beverly – In memory of Virginia “Schatzi” alumnus of SC/DP Shelter and Kenworthy Kenworthy beloved pet of Volunteer Sharon Ryan Gorodetsk, Eddie & Don Foster – In memory Volkerding, Kathryn – In memory of Virginia Moreno, Joe – In memory of “Oso” ( Dog). of Virginia Kenworthy Kenworthy Oso and Rand are now together in heaven. Guylas, Ellen – In memory of Virginia Kenworthy Weston, Donald I love you both Holt, Mary – In memory of her husband Xua, Josie – In memory of Virginia Kenworthy Ohita, KF – In Honor of “Lancet” – In memory Warren Holt of “PJ” Hopper Dottie – for the 3rd chance program Pet Project Foundation would like to acknow- Peterson, Betsy – In memory of “Gretchen” in memory of my beloved husband Tom, Son ledge the bequest of the late Donald Weston. Roatcap, Donna – In memory of “Badger” the Tommy and Mother Naomi This thoughtful gift of love will enable us to loving companion of Susan Baxter Knauth, Karen – In memory of Robert Knauth continue working on behalf of the young Salkin, Char – In memory of “ZoZu” Love, Evelyn – In memory of Carla Polak and older animals in our care, to give them Smillie, Charles V.V. Jr & Mary – In memory Mackey, Elene – In memory of Max Storment shelter, food, medical care, training and the of PoohBah & Azuri (Smillie) Mahan, Colleen – In memory of Virginia chance of a loving home and family. Stambuk, Berigoj & Masha – In memory of Kenworthy dog “Goldie” Medina, Harold H. – In memory of Marion Steele, Doretta – In memory of “Quincy” Medina GOL In Memory of Pets Williams, Dorothy – In memory of “Max” Morgan, Edward – In memory of John J. Young, John R. – In memory of “Puggee” Avinger Baroes, Vonnie – In memory of “Crisse” Murphy, Helen – In memory of Audrey Blackhall the cat Ostman, Susan – In memory of Beard, Karin – In memory of “Mr Silver” Virginia Kenworthy Chiuminatta, Ed & Charlotte – In memory Patterson, James & Melonee – In memory of of “Bruiser” Virginia Kenworthy Christensen, Jim & DeAnn – In memory Pelis, Jane – funds to support “Riley” the cat of “Cassie” In memory of Helen Pelis Dickson, Nancy – In memory of “Otis” NON-PROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE PAID Spring 2010 Santa Ana, CA Permit #92

Pet Project Foundation Post Of ce Box 5678 San Clemente, CA 92674-5678

OUR MISSION: To enhance the quality of life of all companion animals in a pro-humane manner through compassion, responsibility, Brown Dog education and service. Brown Dog – Side of road – Possibly hit by car.

When the County Animal Control Offi cer arrived on the scene, she found a dog with a head injury, covered in blood. The A.C.O. rushed her to the emergency clinic for some much needed medical care. What veterinarians found was shocking and not expected. This poor pup had not been hit by a car, but rather riddled with pellets from a shotgun blast. Who would do such a thing? Why? Those questions will never be answered. Java upon The vets did what they could to tend to her wounds and make her comfort- fi rst receiving able. Their thought was not to remove the pellets at that time. treatment Once back at the Orange County shelter, “Brown Dog” did not adapt too well. She was uncomfortable in a kennel and having trouble breathing and Pet Project Foundation Membership Dues Form eating due to her injuries. Luckily for “Brown Dog,” Pet Project Foundation has a Third Chance Program which enables us to rescue dogs from other Lost and abandoned animals have a second Name shelters that might otherwise be euthanized. Chris Pernick, PPF Board chance at a good life– thanks to the Pet Project Street Address Apt. # member and owner of Paws Pet Resort, was looking for such dogs on a Foundation (PPF) and the San Clemente-Dana late night search on her computer. When she came across Brown Dog, she Point Animal Shelter. The mission of the Pet City State Zip Project Foundation is “to enhance the quality of knew she had to get this girl and get her fast. Phone E-mail life of all companion animals in a pro-humane With full support of the Board of Directors, Chris rushed the next morning manner through compassion, responsibility, Annual Dues education and service”. Nowhere is this mission to pick up this dog and get her to a veterinarian for a full evaluation. The vet better exempli ed than through our ongoing Individual – $35.00 Senior (55+) – $20.00 suggested at this time the dog be made as comfortable as possible and rest so that she could heal properly. support of the shelter. This special shelter Family – $50.00 Junior – $15.00 Business – $100.00 provides food, housing, exercise, medical care, More Inside: and love for homeless animals until they are Cash Check (Please make check payable to PPF) Chris took “Brown Dog” to her work where her fi rst task was to give her a proper name, and Java it was. Slowly the healing process began for reunited with their owners or permanent, loving Visa MasterCard Exp homes are found. Call PPF at 949-595-8899 17th Annual Wag-A-Thon: our sweet Java. Her recovery will take quite some time as her injuries are or visit our web site at: Non-Pro t Tax I.D. No. 33-0030634 Page 2 primarily to her facial area and esophagus, which hampers her eating and www.petprojectfoundation.org sometimes causes breathing problems. However the vets feel strongly that Enclosed is a gift of love donation in the amount of $ Update on the Purr-fect she will recover with love, care and attention, exactly what she has, thanks I would like to vote on board elections, In the name of In memory of person pet Shelter Campaign: Page 3 to her Third Chance. special meetings, and bylaw changes. Please send a greeting card to Pet of the Month: Page 4 – 5 Donations can be made to help cover Java’s medical needs. Simply visit Please send me information on making Name petprojectfoundation.org and click DONATE. If, by generosity, we receive a bequest, trust gift, or other ultimate gift to Alumni Photos: Page 6 more donations than needed, those will go to help future Third Chance express my support for the animals in the Street Address Apt. # dogs. There is always one more waiting for our help. care of PPF. City State Zip Gifts of Love: Pages 6 – 11

Please mail to P.O. Box 5678 San Clemente, CA 92674-5678