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Humane Society of Missouri Directory Website www.hsmo.org Full-service www.longmeadowrescueranch.org Main Number 314-647-8800 Grooming Center Report Animal Abuse and Neglect 314-647-4400 or 800-383-9835 Now Available Adoption Centers Adoptions, Pet Lost and Found, Cremation Services at Macklind St. Louis City Center 314-951-1562 Westport Area Center 314-951-1588 Headquarters Chesterfield Valley Center 636-530-0805 Adoption Centers Hours Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. First-ever grooming partnership with Kennelwood Pet Resorts Sun. noon-4 p.m. Veterinary Medical Centers Pet grooming services are now available at the All locations 314-951-1534 Patients seen by appointment Humane Society of Missouri. The innovative agreement with Veterinary Medical Centers Hours Kennelwood Pet Resorts brings one of their well-known spas to St. Louis City Center and our St. Louis City headquarters. Westport Area Center Mon. & Fri. 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. A portion of the proceeds will be shared with the Humane Tues. & Wed. 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Society to help care for shelter animals. The full complement of Thurs. 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Kennelwood grooming and pampering services will be available Sat. 8:00 a.m.-4 p.m. Chesterfield Valley Center at the same prices as other locations. Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. “We are so pleased to be able to offer this new service, which will help maintain the health Sat. 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and well-being of area pets,” said Kathy Warnick, president of the Humane Society Donations 314-951-1542 of Missouri. “Kennelwood is a good friend to the Humane Society. This new partnership is a Memberships, auto donations, planned giving Volunteer Program 314-951-1577 win for us, them and, especially for the animals who will look and feel so great.” Longmeadow Rescue Ranch 636-583-8759 “I admire the incredible work of the Humane Society on behalf of all the animals and I am Open House: Fridays noon-3 p.m. excited to have Kennelwood Pet Resorts involved directly on a daily basis in supporting these Saturdays 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Other adoption hours by appointment efforts,” commented Kennelwood CEO Alan Jones. “Pet parents can feel good about taking Location Addresses: advantage of our lavish spa services knowing that they are helping other pets in need.” Headquarters/St. Louis City Center – The company has been involved in animal welfare and rescue for more than 35 years. It is 1201 Macklind Ave., St. Louis, MO 63110 a long-term supporter of the Humane Society, both through donations and sponsorships. Westport Area Center – 2400 Drilling Service Dr., Maryland Heights, MO 63043 For several years, Kennelwood groomers have volunteered their services to make shelter Chesterfield Valley Center – 17357 Edison dogs more presentable to adopters. Hundreds of animals have found forever homes due to Ave., Chesterfield, MO 63005 their generosity and expertise. Longmeadow Rescue Ranch – 480 Josephs Rd., Union, MO 64084 All locations closed major holidays. Grooming Appointments: 314-802-5735 Tails Staff Open Monday - Saturday Publisher – Kathryn Warnick, president Managing Editor – Jeane Jae, vice president Stay tuned to hsmo.org, kennelwood.com, of Communications Facebook or Twitter. Editor – Karen Isbell, Isbell Ink Contributors – Ellen Jones, Jason Lementino, Steve Schwartz, Pam Whitcraft, Jennifer Zurfluh Design – Amy Faulkenberry, Edge Creative Letting the Dogs Out Photography – Mike Bizelli; employees, volunteers and supporters of the Humane Volunteer Pet Pals take each dog for at Society of Missouri least one walk every day, rain or shine, hot Tails is published quarterly by the or cold. Not only does it give the dogs a Humane Society of Missouri. Mission change of scenery and some fresh air, the Since 1870, the Humane Society of Missouri walks also provide the opportunity for one- has been dedicated to second chances. on-one obedience training and socialization. We provide a safe and caring haven to all animals in need—large and small—that have This improves the dogs’ chances for been abused, neglected or abandoned. adoption, especially large or hyper dogs. Our mission is to end the cycle of abuse and pet overpopulation through our rescue and investigation efforts, spay/neuter programs Dogs need you to take them for walks! and educational classes. We are committed to To learn more about becoming a Pet Pal, creating lasting relationships between people call 314-951-1577 or e-mail and animals through our adoption programs [email protected]. and our shelter pet training program. We further support that bond by making available world-class veterinary care. 2 Winter 2012 Animals Rescued from Hoarder, Puppy Mills

103 Dogs and 6 Cats – Ripley County The hoarder’s dogs had lost their fur from parasitic diseases. Mange-infested and severely emaciated animals were rescued from a hoarder on August 24. Rescuers could not immediately Increased Surrenders by Substandard Breeders identify the exact breeds of the dogs because of the severity of the On October 6, the Humane Society of Missouri was given hair loss. They also suffered from eye injuries, skin infections, custody of more than 20 Pomeranians. The dogs were surrendered internal and external parasites. by a substandard breeding facility. Since the passage of legislation Because the animals were in distress and immediate jeopardy, and the Missouri Solution that followed, some owners are the Ripley County Sheriff obtained a warrant; an independent voluntarily relinquishing their animals. veterinarian determined all of the animals should be removed. “Because of increased enforcement by the Missouri Department Most were medium-sized mixed-breed dogs ranging in age from of Agriculture and the Canine Cruelty Prevention Act, substandard elderly to a litter of one-week-old puppies. The dogs were found in breeders know what’s coming when they see the sheriff’s car in outside pens, a barn and an abandoned house trailer. Several the driveway,” said Debbie Hill, director of Operations at the decomposing dog carcasses and scattered dog remains also were Humane Society of Missouri. found on the property. Rather than fight the law or improve their facility, they Hoarders compulsively obtain animals, cannot care for the surrender the animals. As a condition of the voluntary surrender, number of cats and dogs they acquire, and fail to recognize the the HSMO agrees not to release their names or locations. animals’ suffering. Medical and psychological journals have “We respect their wishes in exchange for their agreement diagnosed hoarding as an obsessive compulsive disorder. to cease operations for a negotiated period of years,” said Hill. (Source: Hoarding of Animals Research Consortium, Tufts University)

36 Dogs Rescued from Unlicensed Breeder – Christian County On October 13, acting on information from a local animal control facility, the HSMO Animal Cruelty Task Force rescued 36 Yorkshire Terrier and Maltese dogs from an unlicensed breeding facility near Ozark, Mo. The dogs’ crates were stacked on top of each other in a filthy basement. In violation of the Canine Cruelty Prevention Act, the basement floor was soaked in urine, dogs and puppies were living in their own waste and the only available water and food for the animals was contaminated with feces. The owner agreed to voluntarily surrender the animals to the Missouri Department of Agriculture, which immediately transferred permanent custody to the Humane Society of Missouri for veterinary treatment and sheltering.

A Yorkshire Terrier is examined after its rescue.

did All three Humane Society of Missouri veterinary clinics you are open to the public, not just to adopters. know? Call 314-951-1534 to schedule your appointment. www.longmeadowrescueranch.org www.hsmo.org 3 It’s a Tough Job… …But We Do It for the Animals

As an open admission shelter, the Humane Society accepts strays, owner-surrendered pets and animals rescued from abuse, neglect and disasters.

“We could get a few animals in a day or more than 100. You Trained staff examine the animals, clean ears, trim nails, never know which it’s going to be when you walk through the door vaccinate, deworm, run appropriate blood tests, and administer each morning,” said Pam Whitcraft, adoption manager at the flea and heartworm preventative to contribute to the health of Macklind Headquarters. each animal in our care in preparation for adoption. “We work hard to find a loving forever home for every adoptable “It is rewarding to know that we are making a difference in the animal,” Whitcraft continued. lives of these animals by preparing them for their forever homes,” said Julie Stofiel, examination room assistant. Arrival First thing after arriving, animals are evaluated medically and Extraordinary Measures behaviorally. Healthy animals and those deemed safe for adopters Otherwise adoptable animals with treatable health problems move quickly to the adoption area (after spaying or neutering). By can get help from the Cinderella Fund, named for the girl whose city or county ordinance, stray animals must be held 5-6 days to Fairy Godmother helped her go to the ball. This special fund give owners a chance to find them. Animals not claimed after that pays for surgery, dental work, x-rays, setting broken bones time are evaluated, given spay or neuter surgery and made and medications. available for adoption.

New arrivals are examined and treated for health problems.

Amy McCubbins, lead exam room/animal care coordinator, Macklind Headquarters Brandy Vincent, assistant animal health care technician, Macklind Headquarters

4 Winter 2012 Behavior Every dog available for adoption is evaluated by specially trained staff to help identify the risk of future aggression. “We interact with the animal and measure reactions on a standardized scale,” explained certified evaluator Julia Kelley. “We determine levels of fear, sensitivity, dominance and sociability with people and other dogs.” Many dogs will respond to individual behavioral support, improving the chances they will remain in their new homes. HSMO behavior programs include Pet Pals dog walking, Shelter Enrichment that supplies toys and provides activities for the animals, and Train to Adopt that helps at-risk dogs learn how to trust and live with people. All staff members Clarence Blue, Macklind The upcoming Spring 2012 issue of Tails will pitch in to complete Headquarters Maintenance feature Pet Pals, Shelter Enrichment and Train the grueling job of department to Adopt programs. cleaning up after the hundreds of dogs and Nonstop Chores cats. Hosing down A daily average of 750 dogs and cats reside in dog kennels and HSMO shelters. Taking care of them requires an changing cat boxes endless cycle of physical labor 365 days of the year. are daily chores. More Kennels and cages need cleaning and sanitizing. than 15,000 pounds Toys need replacing. Dogs need walking. Cat litter needs changing. Medicine needs dispensing. of cat litter are used Often, animals need bathing. every month. Lauren Szyhowski, adoption counselor, Westport Center Dominic Brady, adoption counselor, Westport Center

For example, Ranger, a lovely blue cat, arrived Shelter animals get clean beds and with a mangled leg. The Cinderella Fund paid for the toys every day. With a daily average amputation. Jean Eckrich gave the three-legged feline of 750 animals in our three adoption his second chance for a forever home. “He has added centers, that’s a lot of linens! Anyone to my life considerably,” she said. with a spare minute pulls laundry duty. Rocky, a Poodle/Maltese mix, was turned in by his owners who could no longer afford to care for him. He had a mass above his left ear and needed dental work. The Cinderella Fund came to the rescue. His new owner Sandy Weis now takes him to a hospice and to her classroom. Both groups love Rocky and are delighted with his tricks. Animals with hearing or vision problems find loving homes, too. Learn more about the Cinderella Fund online at hsmo.org/donate/special-causes.html or call 314-951-1542.

Jennifer Bieberly, client and animal specialist, Macklind Headquarters

www.longmeadowrescueranch.org www.hsmo.org 5 As the public persona of the Humane Society, adoption counselors and front desk staff must be diplomats. Dealing with the public requires them to be kind and polite even when bearing the brunt of someone’s grief, anger or frustration. “Some people rant and rave about perceived injustices to animals or, more frequently, to themselves,” said Whitcraft, who added that one irate woman even took a swing at her. The staff calls for backup when faced with intimidating people and involves law enforcement if necessary. Offering comfort to a grief-stricken pet owner also takes a toll, especially when the person is inconsolable. “Our hearts break, too,” said Corrie Kahl, manager of the Westport Area Adoption Center. “Those are the days that can really get you down.”

Happy Days Balancing out the bad times are the emotional highs of seeing Dogs, puppies, cats and kittens each animals go to their new homes. It is especially poignant when an receive the proper daily nutrition, animal has been waiting for weeks or even months. Large dogs, requiring a total of 10,499 pounds black dogs and adult cats wait the longest. of food per month, much of which Adoption is emotional, too. Some people anguish over the fact ® is donated by Nestle Purina PetCare . that they can’t adopt the whole bunch. Others may select a pet Becky Turner, adoption counselor, Chesterfield Valley Center based on looks, not temperament, and go through the emotional step of returning it. It is the counselors’ job to make sure the potential owner and the pet are a good match. It’s in the best Animals get clean bedding every day, creating an endless interests of both the adopter and the new pet to match the dog or mountain of laundry. Cat boxes are another daily chore. The cat to the adopter’s lifestyle. three shelters use 15,026 pounds of cat litter a month. Sometimes the counselor has to gently guide a person who is Eighteen months ago when St. Louis City closed its shelter to unfamiliar with breed traits. Volunteer Adoption Ambassador Patti the public, the already heavy Adoption Center workload increased Gaizat told of helping a man find a calm canine companion to fit his dramatically for staff and volunteers at Macklind Avenue. The lifestyle. Before learning about breed traits, he was considering a shelter has received 38% more stray animals from City residents two-month-old border Collie, a high-energy dog bred for sheep compared to the same period the previous year. In addition, calls herding. “Instead, I recommended Lila, a female black Chow mix to HSMO’s Animal Abuse Hotline reporting animals in jeopardy who had been in our shelter 90 days. He agreed it made sense to have increased more than 30%. This influx of animals and calls have a house-trained dog with manners. After they met, it was love continues to this day. at first sight.” Happy endings take away the sting of bad days. Feeding Frenzy Dogs chow down on 6,120 pounds of food monthly. Puppies Sending a pet to its forever eat 2,232 pounds. Cats consume 1,040 pounds and kittens dine on 1,107 pounds. Grand total: 10,499 pounds of food every single home balances out the month. Every pound of it has to be hauled to the food preparation stress of shelter work. areas and doled out to every animal. Animals don’t go hungry on holidays or during severe weather. Staff and volunteers make sure of that. “It doesn’t matter if it’s Thanksgiving Day or there’s a foot of snow on the ground,” praised Kathy Warnick, president of the Humane Society of Missouri. “Our staff make extraordinary efforts for the animals. For many, it’s more than a job, it’s a calling and their passion.”

Emotions Run High Whether behind the scenes or at the front desk, the pace is hectic and demands are nerve-racking. “The Adoption Center is an emotional place for staff and the public, not only for those who are giving up an animal, but also for adopters,” said Whitcraft.

Tony Farrar (right), adoption counselor, Westport Center 6 Winter 2012 On a Personal Note...

Jennifer Ellen Zurfluh Jones

Pam Whitcraft

I first started at the Humane A woman came into the adoption center to One of the best experiences I’ve had Society as a volunteer. A supervisor surrender a 6-week old Dachshund puppy. She was the story of two dogs, Jax and Abby. suggested I work for the Humane acquired the puppy shortly after the death of her Their original owner had to surrender Society. I decided to give it a year. Ten beloved 15 year old Dachshund. Unfortunately, them when she lost her house—a and a half years later I am still here. I the puppy reminded her of how sad she still was. situation we see too often. She was love it, though over the years it has She also admitted she really hadn’t been heartbroken and the dogs were, too. She taken a toll on me and my employees. prepared for a new puppy and needed a plan. spent almost an hour saying goodbye. I worry more—about my staff, Over the course of the next two weeks, we Adjusting to the unfamiliar sights, sounds about the animals, about all the little discussed puppy basics, everything from collars and smells of the shelter is stressful for things that need to be taken care of and crates to boarding and training. At home she any dog, but Jax and Abby were each and every day. I worry that the carried a stuffed puppy around with her, extremely fearful. A few days later, the public does not understand what it everyday making peace with her loss and giving owner’s stepson came in to adopt the dogs takes to run a shelter this large. herself permission to move forward. himself. The instant Jax and Abby saw I am thankful that HSMO does have Eventually, she asked if she could be him they were ecstatic. Jax strained at the a lot of supporters and that some considered for adopting the puppy when he leash to get to him faster. Abby was people do understand what we are up returned from the foster home in which we had whimpering with happiness and wagging against every day. I am thankful we placed him. We agreed she was now ready, her tail for the first time since she arrived are able to take care of the dog or cat emotionally and with her new “puppy plan”, to at the shelter. It was a small moment, but that stays here for months waiting for adopt the Dachshund puppy. On the morning of to me, it was amazing to see those two that right person to come along and adoption, she lovingly shared the memorial book dogs come alive for someone they knew how awesome that is when they do. she made in her previous dog’s honor. I could and loved. Even though I often go home clearly see this puppy was going to have the life — Ellen Jones, adoption counselor, exhausted—emotionally and all dogs must dream of. Puppy Gabby went Chesterfield Valley Center physically—I feel we accomplish home with a new red sparkled collar and leash things that truly make a difference in and is a regular client of our veterinary medical Jason this world. center. The adopter admits she is addicted to Lementino — Pam Whitcraft, adoption manager, buying Gabby new toys in our gift shop. Macklind Headquarters — Jennifer Zurfluh, assistant manager, Chesterfield Valley Center

My first job was coming in to clean cages—bending over, kneeling down, hosing kennels and so on. It was tiring, but knowing the animals were clean and happy kept me coming in to work. Three months later I moved to the exam room, the first stop for every animal. I had some previous experience, but there were plenty of new things to learn, especially about all the suffering animals we rescue from hoarders and bad breeders and the injured and sick strays we get. Sometimes I think a career change is necessary, because of the emotional journeys, but off to work I go. I love working for the Humane Society, knowing that we are all here for the animals no matter what. I love what I do, what I stand for and what I believe in. — Jason Lementino, assistant animal health technician, Macklind Headquarters

www.longmeadowrescueranch.org www.hsmo.org 7 Meet a Volunteer Who Hoofs It to the Ranch

For Mary Lou Spellmeyer, volunteering at Longmeadow Rescue Ranch is her therapy. When she returned to St. Louis in 2009 after being gone for 20 years, she hit a rough patch. “My husband had recently retired. Our youngest had just moved out. The relocation and other circumstances left me sad and broken. I felt Saturn’s Second Chance Jennifer Jones with her empty and harbored newly adopted horse Saturn, rescued a year ago from a barren quite a bit of resentment.” pasture in Andrew County. Severely emaciated when he arrived A chance conversation at Longmeadow Rescue Ranch, Saturn gained 364 pounds brought back memories during his rehabilitation. Jones and her son are learning to ride of the smell of the stables and how the horses drew her in. She before they saddle him up. In the meantime, they are content to found out about the ranch and on April 1, 2010, Spellmeyer visited lavish attention on their newest family member. for the first time. “I’ll never forget that day,” she said. “One of the mares had given birth a few hours earlier. There I was watching this Learn Relational newborn nuzzle his mother. It was a beautiful sight and for the Horsemanship first time in many months my heart felt happy.” Fellow volunteer Jamie Spasser took Spellmeyer under her at Longmeadow wing. “We’ve been together ever since and have been told that we The Horsemanship Training bicker like sisters,” she said with a smile. Department at Longmeadow A few months ago, Rescue Ranch has launched a Jan Rice joined the new Apprenticeship Program. team. “The three of us The course, Relationship Horsemanship, benefits the horses we are ready, willing and rescue as well as the students who learn from them. A limited able to do whatever number of openings are available for a 260-hour course of study. needs to be attended Longmeadow apprentices have a rare opportunity to help to,” said Spellmeyer. rehabilitate rescued horses and prepare them for adoption while Everyone grabs a fork learning horse care from the ground up, natural horsemanship and a shovel and methods, and the art of relational horsemanship. No other together the trio works program in the country is known to offer professional-level training its way through the Mary Lou Spellmeyer, Jan Rice, Jamie Spasser combined with invaluable experience working with a large number barns, mucking out of horses, including some “problem” horses, on a daily basis. stalls and handling the horses. They also wash windows, clean fans, do laundry and help hold animals being medicated. For more information, email [email protected]. “We are close because we share this bond of hard work and love of the animals. We understand each other in a way my other friends just don’t get.” Our homeless animals need The people and the animals at Longmeadow Rescue Ranch are the keys to your old car. her therapy. “It takes a quarter of a tank of gas for the round trip but still it is cheaper than paying a shrink,” she laughed, adding Donate your vehicle to help animals in need. “Volunteering at the ranch gives me a balance. It feeds my soul It doesn’t matter if it runs or not. The Humane and gives me a purpose that makes me proud.” Society will arrange to pick up the vehicle and help you with title transfer. To learn more about volunteering at the ranch or a shelter, You will receive a letter that you can call 314-951-1577 or e-mail [email protected]. use as a receipt for your tax deduction. Visit hsmo.org or call 314-951-1519

8 Winter 2012 Ask the Vet By Steven Schwartz, VMD Q: Since heartworm is spread by mosquitoes, can I skip the preventative medication over the winter?

A: No. Based on the most recent recommendations from the American Heartworm Society we strongly urge pet owners to continue the preventative medication all year long for both dogs and cats. Doing so not only prevents heartworm disease but also helps protect your pet from two common intestinal parasites, roundworms and hookworms.

Heartworm disease is a serious and potentially fatal condition foreseeable future. Unlike dogs, no treatment is available for that is completely preventable. The infection is due to parasitic adult heartworms in cats nor is there a screening test for felines. worms living in the arteries of the lungs and occasionally in the All dogs, regardless of their age, sex or habitat are susceptible right side of the heart. The disease is spread by mosquitoes that to heartworm infection and are candidates for year-round deposit heartworm larvae into the skin when they bite. It takes heartworm preventative medication. Both indoor and outdoor several months for the larvae to mature and for blood tests to cats are susceptible to heartworm infection. Fortunately there are reveal the infection. Preventative medications are available for a number of safe, highly effective preventative medications both dogs and cats and work by interrupting heartworm available for both dogs and cats including monthly tablets and development after the infected mosquito has bitten and before topical preparations. adult worms reach the lungs and begin causing damage. Only by In addition to heartworm prevention, these medications protect continuing the preventative medication all year long can you be against various intestinal parasites as well as external parasites truly sure that your pet is not in danger. including fleas and ticks. The doctors in our Veterinary Medical Unfortunately, once damage to the heart and lungs occurs it Centers are happy to discuss the different options and help you can be permanent, making treatment of the adult worms difficult determine which one best meets your pet’s needs. and complete cure impossible. Only one medication is licensed in the U.S. for treating adult heartworm infection in dogs. It has Open to the public, the Humane Society’s three Veterinary been available in drastically limited supply for the past nine Medical Centers provide expert care with state-of-the-art months and there appears to be no change in this situation for the diagnostic and surgical facilities. Clinic proceeds help homeless animals. To make an appointment, call 314-951-1534.

Help Us Teach Kindness to Animals The Education department of the Humane Society of Missouri What Are You Doing is looking for volunteers 18 or older who love children and This Summer? animals and want to make life Animal Adventure camps offer a howling better for both. Volunteer good time for teens and children six and older. humane educators play Almost every class includes interaction with important roles in preventing shelter animals. Visit hsmo.org/education to animal abuse and neglect. browse a list of classes and complete your Applicants must be willing to registration online using our secure checkout speak in front of groups and facilitate discussions. You must also system. Class sizes are limited so register early for best course be kind, energetic, patient and willing to accept hugs and poems selection. Visit hsmo.org or call 314-951-1578. from small children. For more information, contact [email protected] or [email protected].

2012 Humane Society of Missouri Events Helping Homeless Animals Save these Saturday, Friday, Thursday, 2012 May 19 September 14 June 28 Dates! www.longmeadowrescueranch.org www.hsmo.org 9 Tributes& Leilani and Elinor Rayna Phillip H. Jameson George E. Glass William A. Heyde III Libby Memorials The Hills Riley Dr. John Tabash The following companies and individuals have contributed $50 or more to LL Kathy Marsden Rosie, Gena, Pepper and Lassie the Humane Society of Missouri as a memorial or in honor of someone special. Richard Odorizzi Donations were received between August 1, 2011 and November 30, 2011. Lou Lisa R. Burgess Rozzie Uncle Jerry and Aunt Em In Memory of Pets Brandy and Charlie Fritzer Poo Lucca Quilline Vaughan Tina M. Thomas Cathy Soete Rufus 8-Ball Richard Hall Richard Ifland Brown Dog Fuzzy Madison Amy Massie Sue and Don Connie J. Wepfer Sarge Abbey Tilton Mr. and Mrs. Harry L. House Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Tilton Buddy Fischer Gator Maggie Sara K. Baker Mr. and Mrs. Robert M. Buechel, Jr. Roland and Kathy Salinas Sassy Our Precious Angel Aase Rasmussen Golden Retriever, Abby Callie Gena and Lassie Mama Llama Jane and Jeff Taylor Leah Leimbach Richard R. Odorizzi Leonard and Mary Kiberg Schak Gail Biby AC Calvin Ginger Max Al and Mary Ann Morcom Ann Cramer Gerry and Tom Auger Aunt Jane and Janie Scooter Patty K. Swearingin Alex Camryn Petti Gipper Millie Ronald Diederichs Stacie Robinson Mr. and Mrs. William L. Diane Leftridge and Scruffy Newcomb Drake Dickemann Roberta C. Morton Allie Camus Mr. and Mrs. Aloysius G. Cary Goldwasser and Gonzo Millie and Joey Hux Selvester Bourisaw Diane Kline Consuela A. Beins Mr. and Mrs. Stephen B. Hux Cara Arnold

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