People rescuing animals...Animals rescuing people® ◆ 925.256.1ARF ◆ www.arf.net ◆ Spring 2012 Animals on Broadway Pet Walk Sunday, May 20, Broadway Plaza Walnut Creek arly in the morning the air is thick with excitement as the Ecrowd gathers. Families, friends, neighbors, co-workers and their four- legged companions are all together waiting for the start of ARF’s Pet Walk.

The race is on! Join ARF’s Pet Walk to raise $75,000 to rescue more animals! The anticipation is seen in their faces, and Walk as an individual or in a forget to email and Facebook your their furry pals seem to sense something Pack of three or more. Start collecting friends a link to your page. Can’t join big is going to happen. In costumes or pledges today with your own easy-to- the celebration in person? You can happily strolling on leashes, hundreds create fundraising webpage and earn still help — create your personalized of dogs and even a few kitties join their “treats” while raising money to help webpage for a virtual walk! human families for a one mile fundraising abandoned animals. Make your page Register today at arf.net walk around Broadway Plaza to raise fun and unique by adding photos, Have questions? money for ARF to save more lives. videos and your personal story. Don’t email [email protected] Stay and Play at Animals on Broadway Pet Walk 10:30 a.m. sharp

Community Event  11-4 p.m. Follow your passion for pets to the 12th annual Animals on Broadway! Join ARF and for the ultimate celebration of the special bond we share with our furry friends at this spectacular free community event immediately after the Pet Walk. Best Dressed Pet Contest  Pet Wellness Fair  Adoptions Rescue Groups  Vendor Booths  Dog Wash  Live Music - Fun for all Rain or shine! Gather up the family and don’t forget to bring your “best friend!” Check out details at arf.net COMMUNITY INTEREST MADDIE’S LEGACY SAVES COUNTLESS LIVES Visitors to ARF enter through the Maddie’s Animal Care Center doors. Maddie’s Fund®, The Pet Rescue Foundation, (www.maddiesfund.org) is a family foundation funded by Workday and PeopleSoft Founder Dave Duffield and his wife, Cheryl. Maddie’s Fund® is 2890 Mitchell Drive helping to create a no-kill nation where Walnut Creek, CA 94598 all healthy and treatable shelter dogs and 925.256.1ARF cats are guaranteed a loving home. ARF strives to create a world To achieve this goal, Maddie’s where every loving dog or cat has ® a home, where every lonely person Fund is investing its resources in build- has a companion animal, and ing community collaborations where mentation of a national strategy to pro- where children learn to care. animal welfare organizations come to- mote accountability and transparency Board of Directors gether to develop successful models of in animal shelter operations. Maddie’s , Chairman lifesaving; in veterinary colleges to help Fund® is named after the family’s be- Gregory L. McCoy, Esq., President Brenda de la Ossa, Secretary shelter medicine become part of the loved Miniature Schnauzer who passed Bradley N. Blake veterinary curriculum; and in the imple- away in 1997. William A. Blase, Jr. Sandy Block, DVM Maria Brunner Glenn Colacurci Meet W. Roger Haughton Timothy Krisch Your Match Neal Mitchell Steven C. Parrish at the John Schiavo Marsha Servetnick Maddie’s® Amy Trask ARF Executive Staff Matchmaker Elena Bicker, Executive Director Mary Jo Bernardo, Chief Operations Officer Adoptathon Bobbe Bartlett, Development Director Juliet Blake, Clinic Director June 9-10 Jill Cooney, Animal Programs Director Elaine Durkin, Finance Director ARF is thrilled to participate Gaye McDuff, Volunteer Services Director again this year in this special www.arf.net adoption event! Visit us on June 9th and 10th and take home your Tony La Russa’s Animal Rescue Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit agency, which receives new forever friend. Puppies, no local, state or federal funding. Life-saving kittens, dogs and cats will have services and programs are made possible through the generosity of caring people. their adoption fees waived and ARF receives a grant of $500 or Dinah McFarlane, Scoop Editor April Weeks, Art and Production more from Maddie’s Fund® for each qualifying adoption which Your input is appreciated! If you have an idea about how ARF will help rescue even more! can improve The Scoop, please contact [email protected]. Who will you take home? Limit of two adoptions per arf.net/facebook twitter.com/ARFtweets youtube.com/tlrarf household; standard adoption criteria apply. Visit arf.net for more information. Page 2 www.arf.net Spring 2012 Letter from ARF’s Executive Director hen I began volunteering Each spring, public shelters are with ARF more than 19 bursting with litters simply because Wyears ago, I would help there are no homes for them. Even solicit items for auctions, if your pet has a litter and you find in events and open my home up to homes for all of them, each of those puppies in need. As a foster parent, pets takes a potential home away it was my responsibility to ensure from other homeless pets waiting these tender souls would become in a shelter. Some feel altering comfortable with home life, learn a pet seems cruel and gentlemen basic obedience, and begin to often have “sympathy pains” when experience the outside world. One discussing the issue of neutering. In evening, while the puppies were the big picture it is both necessary frolicking in my front yard with my and important. own dog, a distant neighbor passed Aside from this responsibility, by on her daily stroll. She yelled at there are also significant health me “For god’s sake, get your dog benefits for your pet. fixed and you wouldn’t have all these We all have a responsibility Benefits of Spaying puppies all the time!” to prevent unwanted animals from and neutering The foster experience requires being euthanized. It is estimated that a great deal of commitment, time, 6-8 MILLION animals enter animal ◆ Reduces the urge to roam. This energy, and focus. It’s an unforgettable shelters each year in the United States makes it less likely that you will lose and rewarding experience, and most alone; roughly 3-4 million of those your pet, which in turn makes your choose to participate again and will be euthanized because they will pet less likely to contract a disease, again. One of the hardest parts of the be unable to find a new home. Please get in a fight, get injured, or become program is saying goodbye, however spay or neuter your pet and prevent a victim to cruelty, poison, or traffic. it allows you to say hello to more unwanted pets. furbabies who need the help. ◆ Eliminates sexual discomfort, distress, or distraction, making your pet happier and more content.

◆ Reduces or eliminates the possibility of disease in the reproductive system, testicular tumors and prostate gland problems.

◆ Eliminates the heat cycle–you won’t have to listen to the sounds of your female in heat and prevent unwelcome males from trying to seek out your female.

◆ Reduces the distracting and destructive behavior associated with the male’s efforts to get out and find a mate.

◆ In cats, neutering stops or reduces marking behavior (territorial spraying of urine).

◆ Reduces the urge to fight in males.

Page 3 www.arf.net Spring 2012 Saint’s story promise of a better tomorrow Walking on the street late one ing fortitude while doctors exam- night, a cold, skinny little pup sud- ined her leg and treated injuries. A denly heard a horrible screeching wagging tail seemed to be the one noise then … nothing. spot not hurt or in bandages, but Early the next morning, the that did not stop her from seeking small bundle of white, brown and a cuddle from anyone passing by. tan was brought to a public animal Surgery would fix her leg, but she shelter. At barely five months old, it needed extra tender care and thera- was obvious this hound had a rough py to make her whole. life, starving and living on the One of ARF’s foster families streets as a stray. She was scared, offered a quiet, safe haven and dai- shivering and in shock from being ly care enabling Saint’s wounds to by a car—and her very survival heal and to frolic with other dogs, was at risk. as if she never had a worry in life. Saint is learning to be a pup again That same morning ARF’s This once shy pup regained her joie rescue team arrived at the shelter de vivre and charmed her newly for our weekly rescue and met found family on adoption day. F ollow ARF’s this Tree-walking Coonhound with Every dog, cat, and litter of long ears and sad eyes. Even when puppies or kittens a foster provides disaster relief team surrounded by scary humans and a temporary home for enables ARF every movement causing pain, the to save many more lives. They are a as they travel brave dog laid her head into their critical part of our efforts to rescue hands and sighed. There was no more animals from overcrowded across the U.S. doubt that she would be coming shelters and find them loving - for home to ARF with the other dogs ever homes. We need them… and and cats rescued that day. we need you. Give cats and dogs Saint was the perfect name for like Saint a second chance of life at Follow @ARFTweets the young dog who showed amaz- arf.net.

Spring Spay/Neuter Dates Pit and Chihuahua Fix  April 11 Cat Fix  April 27 ChihuahuaPalooza  May 16

Page 4 www.arf.net Spring 2012 New Beginnings A letter from thumper Bones Thumper, a perky wirehaired terrier mix was rescued by ARF from a public shelter and quickly found a loving new home. Now named Rudy, the enterprising pooch entered Penny Saver’s “Share a Memory” essay contest with a little help from his new mom, Noelle. y memories go only as far back as July of 2011, just before my first birthday. I was living on the Mstreets, only six pounds, and had been injured, so I was badly in need of stitches. Even my white fur had become tattered. I was picked up and put in a cage where I awaited my demise. I became sick with kennel cough and I was on death row. Every day more dogs disappeared, but we knew what happened to them. My last day arrived and there was no hope for me…when someone opened my cage and took me out. Out to a truck! We started driving away! We drove for a long time, me and the other dogs, and a few cats who wouldn’t speak to us. Finally we came to a big place called ARF! There they made me go to sleep and they stitched up my eye and fixed me everywhere. They gave me medicine for my kennel cough and people loved me and hugged me and kissed me, but that wasn’t the best part. No, the memory that defined 2011 was when my mommy, the person who wrote this for me, came and found me there. Since that day I eat yummy meals every day, I go to the beach and chase the seagulls, I go for walks at the pond, and at night I nestle my head under a sweet warm coverlet as I dream about the day to come. Play Misty for me Shimmer thought the adopter in her cat condo was a mirage. After all, many people had read the profile on her door, but they passed by after learning she was diabetic. While it is a completely manageable condition, the thought of twice-daily insulin injections and a special diet was a challenge for some. Her dreams of sunny rooms, comfy cushions, and a warm lap that was just the right size came true one afternoon when Lynda came to visit. with her new friend. Lynda renamed discovered Misty’s profile online. When Shimmer realized the lady was her Misty, an idea that came to mind “Not only do I have a marvelous going to adopt her, she was overjoyed. the first time she saw a picture of the companion,” she writes, “but I got to She rubbed along Lynda’s legs and gossamer grey beauty. see the most impressive animal rescue purred eagerly wanting to go home Lynda is extremely glad she organization I’ve encountered.” Page 5 www.arf.net Spring 2012 making a difference You Can Save a Life Every Month For as little as 60 cents a day ARF Sustainers are a special group of supporters who provide an ongoing, dependable source of income helping ARF underwrite our life- saving work. Small monthly donations make a big impact over the course of a year without stressing your household budget.

$18 a month covers the cost of one cat spay/neuter surgery $25 provides food for one shelter dog or cat $50 funds the cost for one Pet Hug Pack visit to people in need By choosing to become a monthly donor, you are joining a group of our most treasured friends. ARF Sustainers will receive The Scoop newsletter and annual updates on how your donations are used to rescue abandoned animals and find them loving new homes. Help save more lives and become a Sustainer today! Thank you for making a difference for the animals every month of the year. Spay/Neuter Saves Lives Summer Fun at Camp ARF at ARF’s Clinic Kids love Camp ARF, the hottest place to spend sum- mer! Filled with fun and innovative learning activities, As the days Camp ARF’s interactive summer camp programs offer heat up this spring, something new for children grades 1-12. so will the activ- Kids can pal around with pooches, or befriend felines. ity of unaltered Future veterinarians get an insider’s view of shelter medi- dogs and cats. To cine with Vet Camp, and aspiring behaviorists go head-to- avoid increasing head with the canine mind in Junior Dog Trainer Camp. Ju- the already over- nior ARF Advocates learn about the human-animal bond, whelming num- and how they can take action to make life better for our bers of unwanted, furry friends. An accelerated Teen Training Camp is also abandoned dogs offered, giving young volunteers a chance to learn more and cats, ARF about animal rescue and caring for shelter animals. strives to provide Camp ARF sessions run June 18-August 17, and they low-cost or free fill up fast. Register your child today to ensure their place spay and neuter in the fun! Visit www.arf.net for camp details and enroll- programs for the ment information. community. Cats and over-bred dogs such as Pit Bulls and Chihuahuas are especially vulner- able; ARF is only able to help these at-risk groups through generous contributions made by private donors. ARF needs your help to prevent this year’s pet popula- tion boom, to offer more spay and neuter days, saving count- less potential offspring from lives of suffering and neglect. A gift of $18 per month covers neuter surgery for a cat; $100 per month will enable a dog to be altered. $2,500 covers the cost of one day of Pit Bull, Chihuahua or low-income spay and neuter surgery. Make a lasting contribution today at www.arf.net.

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Carol Weldin, Renee McCorry Dusty, Patti Jo and Charles M. Staples Carole Jobe, Joan C. Stevens Elena Bicker’s 5 years of sensible, be a volunteer hero Carole Whiting, Marsha A. and Richard tenacious leadership, Dolores B. and Servetnick Lynn E. McCoskey Chance, Katherine L. and Brian Bolte Ellie, Julie H. Walker Charlene and Michael Lowe, Eric Tanzillo, Jennifer Barbone Pumpkin and Coconut, Betty Raaf Erich and Marinanne Eberle, Richard Charles and Joanne Mills, Eric R. Mills E. and Ellen G. Eberle Charlie Price’s Bar Mitzvah, Eileen Esther and Gene Accardi, Sharon Williams Kershenbaum Esther and Mr. McGwire, Robert A. Chaz Covin-Rossi, Christopher Laubsted and Beverly J. Runyen Cheyenne and Mackie Christman, C. Ethel Mattingly’s four-legged friends, Howard and Linda C. Christman Ethel Mattingly Chloe, Brian M. Hayes Eva and our countless blessings, Chris Brecher, Bret Burkhart Gordon B. Keates Chris Moritz, John Moritz Fab Five, Patricia A. Collins Christine Davis, Rachel and Justin Estes Figerau, Paul and Susan Chapman Chuck, Shawn R. and Carol J. Stull Fiona Tiene, Kathleen Finn Chuck and Ruth Trombetta, Robert C. Flaggie & Brendan, Ms. Maureen Machanich and Deborah R. Nevins Fran Latham, Lorraine P. Ashton Cindy, Kenneth L. and Susan M. Coker Frances Grace, Gene A. Underwood Cindy Stefko, Luther O. Cates Frances Jefferson, Eugene and Janice Cisco, Coco, Katie and Molly, Ellena Castagnini N. Bloedorn Fred & Ginger, Mitzi and Sherwin Abramson Claire Casaus’ birthday, Freddy Rose, Patricia and Thomas Rose Carry S. and Erik A. Warner Gary S. Kirkhofer, Susan Gregory Lorie J. and Werner Gehrke Gerry Fink and Jody Bourland, Diane Christianne E. and Lewis S. Bua M. Vanderzanden Volunteer to make a difference as you help bring Claire Coelho, Melissa Coto Gila Pourheidari, Clara, Celia Menczel Ginger Pitman people and pets together for a lifetime of love. Clare Blase, John C. Blase Nazanin Khatibi Claudia Welss, Edward and Janet Halbach Gina and Dan Wendling, Gerald Davidson Cody Kincaid, Pamela and Jeff Harper Ginger Drago, Kathleen Corcoran Visit arf.net or call 925.296.3130 Connor Mitchell - Merry Christmas, Given, Marilyn M. and William Abbott Creighton J. and Paula R. Mitchell Glenn and Diane and Louie Courtney, Arthur and Laurann Castillo Colacurci, Steven E. and Wanda Wong Aaron Davenport, Cheryl Davenport Ava Raye Merritt, Margaret Langford Cruiser II, Susan Carvalho Glenn and Diane Colacurci, Abbeygale, B. Susan Nelson Babi & Annie, Pamela and Richard Durham Cyndy Hertz, Sharon and Erin Fallehy Andy and Donna M. Logar Adriana Derksen, Katie Danforth Backster Cats, Josephine Chavez-Backster Cynthia Baker, Lauren and Andrew Baker Jennifer Parker Albert Moreno and Mark Powers, Beau, Patti Jo and Charles M. Staples Daisy and Ellie Shipley, Helen O. and Grace and Tim Randazzo, Jennifer M. Kerry Terry Becca Pearl, Shanna and Buddy, Garrett Romain and Joseph M. Schmidt Alden and Erin, Monica Chellam Robert J. and Linda R. Beckstrom Dale Riehart, Nancy C. Carroll Grady McGrannahan, Peggy Hall Alex and Jack Walker’s 7th birthday, Bella, Gisela and Charles Rancuret Danny, Eleanor C. Arnberg Grant Gutzwiller, Christopher Laubsted Virginia Monge and Deane Walker Betty Adams - retiring as Head Hen Dave, Katherine J. Silvey Guido, Bruce Childs and Bonnie Collins Alex Barnes, Kenneth Barnes for ‘Chicks With Sticks’ knitting David and Judi Gavin, Scott and Drew Guido and Gracie, Jerry R. Barnhart Alex Peters, Jannie Wu group, Jeff and Tricia Spires Zimmermann and Evelyn Rose Alex, Spencer, Bailey and Sasha, Betty Raaf, Bubba and Miki, Charlene Dayna Vanderveen, Teresa L. Hoffman Gus, Catherine M. and John R. Slocombe Walter A. and Doris Stump and Michael Lowe Deidra Dingman, Michelle and Rolf J. Haley Mitchell - Merry Christmas, Ali Cortez, Jeff B. Cortez Bev Hanson’s birthday, Betty and Ray Silva Mehlhorn Creighton J. and Paula R. Mitchell All ARF does - Merry Christmas!, Bill and Claire Buchanan, Rob Buchanan Dennis and Nancy Krause, Marjorie Happy Little Rosie, Dorothy L. Gregory Mrs Billie J. McPhillips Bill Blase, Whitney Wolf and James Hoerber Heidi and Brittiney Coulter, Mr and All dogs and cats, Donald L. and Nancy Bill Wise, Ania and Blake Wise Dennis Yi, PFM Mrs Paul Lindquist Ann Dalbey Blondie and Buster, Elizabeth Adams Diablo View Middle School Students, Helen Betts, John Ricotta All dogs who served with our Blues, Barbara S. Champion Lynda C. Rush Herb and Mary Ann Hollander’s military forces, Donald L. and Nancy Bob & Catherine Wheeler, Karen Bender Diane Belding and Her Many Kitties, kitties, Herb and Mary Ann Hollander Ann Dalbey Bob and Roger, Judy and Don Hirabayashi Jean Mann Hilary, Kurt and Maia Scholtens, Liza All our loved animals, Jackie Denman Bob Bilek and Elissa Wagner, David Kent Diane Miller, Mary Ann Cucchiaro and Perry Botkin Amber and Lily, John and Maria Burgess Bobbe Bartlett, Linda T. Ullom Diane Taylor, Margot Nash Homeless pets needing love, Dr. Amy and Rob Trask, Jeffrey H. and Bobbe Bartlett and Hannah, Diane, cat & camera lover, Nancy Rubin Kendra Woods-Francis and Brent Francis Cathryn M. Field Steven E. Hengst Diego, Samantha, Baby and Midnite Jackson McKinney’s 7th birthday, Andy and Donna Logar, Glenn and Beverly U. Pratt Tellian, Nancy Mae Tellian Mortgage Professionals Diane Colacurci Bobby, Helen P. Bridge Dolores and Susan Davis, Joseph and David M. and Gina L. Zitterow Angela Cavallini, Jack and Vicki McFadin Boris, Natasha, Kira and Ryker, Caren Gayle Davis Cade and Cole Wisenor Angora and Missy, Margaret M. Spence A. and Leslie J. Tereck Don Salmi, Gert and Jay Governor Jennifer T. Park Anita Gatti, Paul and Lisa Gatti Brad Blake, Marjorie Blake-Myers Donna Olesen, Jake, Kent Kantz Ann Drewry, Margot Nash Bree and Barbara Stein, Clarice C. Bess Vance Jan Cummings and Roberta Ann Lipton, Jane E. and Joe Gray and Larry A. McFadden Barbara C. MacGregor Hamilton, Patricia A. Collins Ann Lipton and Grandchildren - Brianne Barcomb, Holly Hykes John Vance Janet and Jeff Prottas, Rodney S. and Madison, Rachel and Conner, Jane Bridget and Daisy Gibbons, Joel Borden Roberta J. Park Isabella Price E. and Joe Gray Brinsley, Nancy J. Loscavio Donny, Kaye L. and Marie Schleich Janet Zuzack, Ashley and Nico Vilgiate Ann Steppan, Tice Valley Chiropractic Center Caboose, Marie Cruz Doris Hasegawa, Eleanor Hasegawa Jayne Salinger, Christine Jacques Annalise Meredith, Stacey Meredith Calvin Klein, Dr. Robert M. Klein and Dr. Alan Chun, Steven Czekala Jeanette Gape, Carol and Rick Cunliffe Anne Meyer, Connie D. Campanile Beth E. Klein Dr. Eric Torigoe, Steven Czekala Jenna Eiler’s birthday, Annie and Beau, Joy and Eric Lofdahl Carl and Angie Johnson, Laura Zeller Dr. Gerry Grant, Karen Vincent Donna E. and George A. Eiler Anthony Clerici, Margaret Stephanski Carol Collins and Genji, Phyllis M. Dr. Melanie Koehler and Spencer, Ms. Anonymous Ardis Messinger, Cathy Messinger Blosl and Janine Blosl Jan Richardson Jenny, Jordan G. Traeger ARF’s great adoptions team, Mary Carol Kauffman, Ms. Irene Estelle and Droslyn Suggs, Laura J. Avery Jensen and Edward Andrews G. Edward Logg Duchess, Patricia G. and Harlan L. Hill Arlene and Linda, Kathleen J. Carrai Carol Maskin, Mia X. Castro Continued on next page Page 7 www.arf.net Spring 2012 IN HONOR OF SPECIAL FRIENDS

Jewel and Hank, Roberta B. Richards Lynne Armstrong, Susan K. Horst Perry Grayson, Karen R. Engelhardt Sadie ‘The Lady’, Barbara and Charles Jim and Carol Hasse, J. Robert Hasse II Lynne Reynolds (Merry Christmas!), Petals and Kristie, Karen E. Glatze Hannon Jim Boggs, Hugo C. and Ann S. Kapelke Dr and Mrs John Reynolds Phil and Christine Diaz, Richard E. Samantha, Jan and Davis Campbell Jim Poley, Shannon C. Hay Mackerel, Linda K. Papenfus and Ellen G. Eberle Sami, Charles E. Boster Joan Stevens, Tom and Carole Jobe Maddie (Yvonne Thunder), Joan and Phil Kinder and Nancy Green, Sandra Hargrove, Galen and Noel Zinn Joe Orolin and Sparky, Dorothy Orolin Rick Añaños Douglas Kinder Sandy Montag, Ben Stauber John B. Smith’s birthday, Joseph P. and Madeline Angerame, Joanne Angerame Phil Pitchford, Marsha A. and Richard Sarina, Judith A. Rowan Katherine A. Smith Maggie Mae, Maya F. Varian Servetnick Sasha, Kathleen K. and Bret A. Brodowy John J. Savage, Linda Dudas Maizie and Boomer, Marianne Shields Phyllis Hartzell and Kremling, Kris Scamp, Judy S. and Robert J. O’Brien John Worden, Natasha Worden Malka Schlesinger, Colin Schlesinger Partello Schatzi and Moe, Billie Jones and Jolley, Eric and Jennifer Tresser Marcia Bender, Jennifer and Larry Flint Pita, Ana L. Pequeneza Joseph J. Navarro Josephine, Nancy E. Hunter Margarita Lachica, Steven Czekala Pixie aka Pollock, Kristine Burson Shelley Bever, Nicholas and Angela Bever Joyce and Doc, Ms. Maureen Machanich Marilyn Wortzman, Rob Bulka Poppy, Madeline Wallace Shelli and Michael Fried, Jean McIntire Joyce Laughlin, Todd A. Carter Mary and John Hueser, Chris Hamilton Prancer and Paul and Cindy, Karen Glatze Shimmer, Edward Andrews and Mary Juanita Casillas, Gonzalo and Raquel Benard Mary Jo Ferris, Kellee Kendall Preeta Nayak, Russ C. Eagle Jensen Judy Jacobsen, Connie and Lucy Mitchell Maura Warnecke, Nicole Burnette Preston Ward, John and Deborah McKinnon Shirley Schilz, John and Susan O’Reilly Julia Freet’s 15th birthday, Amy Daley Maya Kymer’s 8th birthday, Princess and Dingo, Michael J. and Shirley Schoedes’ 90th birthday, Julie, Larry and Family, Rodney S. and Shannon Patin Sheri Ridgely Millie Taksler and Lenore Schiff Isabella Price Anonymous Rachel Liesegang, Fidelity Charitable Shots, Jo Ann and Brian Hirner K. C., Claudia K. Lugliani Lori L. Amberson Gift Fund ‘Skipper’ Tony La Russa’s Sweet 16 K.C., William E. and Kathlyn Johanning Lesley D. Howlett Randy, John T. Hawthorne with the St. Louis Cards, Marijo Arthur Kai and Nani, Mary L. Mc Crary Mike A. Miraglia Rebecca Bekel, Cindy and Joshua Bekel Skyler, Silvia Gordillo Kareen Anton, Colby Anton Marcia A. and Larry D. Sander Rex Johnston, Scott and Drew Zimmermann Snickers, Kaye and Jack Gordon Karen and Michael Sweeney, Anonymous McGuire, Kathryn and Richard Blumenkamp Rhoda and Peter Margen and Portia Sondak/Middleton/Alexander family, Karen Bloom, Ms. Maureen Machanich Megan Davis, Carrie Davis Benedetti, Alexa Benedetti friends and pets, Vernon Sondak Karen Bloom’s birthday, Ms. Maureen Melanie and Nemanja, Richard E. and Rob and Lindsey Slater, Richard E. Sophie, SueDee McClelland Machanich Ellen G. Eberle and Ellen G. Eberle Sophie, Adrienne M. and Jason Kohn Karin and Bob, Jason J. Stoops Mercedes, Carl T. Gott Rob Stokes, Katrina A. Gioshes Special Thanks to ‘Sully’ and Lorrie Katherine Surline, John H. and Susan Meridith and Steve Morgan, Pamela Robert & Barbara Morris, Kimberly Morris Sullenberger, Glenn and Diane Colacurci K. Simmonds Van Laanen Robert Braga and Karin Seritis, Spencer & Bailey, Walter and Doris Stump Kathy and John Pantoleon, John H. Michael and Cheri Varnum, Leila Dunn Ariana T. Braga Spencer, Bailey and Sasha, Walter A. and Susan K. Simmonds Mike and Julie Oligschlaeger, Mark Barner Robert Rockwell, Betty J. Booth and Doris Stump Katie and Doug Flach, Rhonda Shell Mike and Lynn Schaefer, Nancy Schaefer Romeo Keller, Laraine Keller Sproket, Shirley M. O’Brine Katie Thomson, Ryan Thomson Mike Bertani, Faith M. Beckermann Ron and Andrea Merritt, Nicole K. Star, Mary Ann Martin Kay Merritt, Nicole K. and Daryl Merritt Mike Huston and Marcia Cho, Danita and Daryl Merritt Stephen and Heidi Seely, Christine M. Kelly and Juan Duqué, Timothy J. and H. and Rob Forgey Ron and Jan Darling, Brian Darling and Fred Seely Terry E. Thompson Miles, Wendy B. and James P. Tuthill Ron and Patty Filice, Steven Czekala Steve and Diane Parrish, W. D. and Kelly Dickinson, Jodi and John Altendorf Miriam Freeman, Diane Freeman Rusty Ross, Sherry Ross and Michael Hurd Elizabeth D. McCarter Kelly Foreman, Joanne V. Heath Mischief and Zandy, Patricia A. Blount Ruth Albano, Jonathan Albano Steve Hengst, Linda T. Ullom Kelly Marcotte, Maria and Larry Dondero Miss Hodge and Rosemary, Richard Ryan, Drake and Sage Price, Rodney Steven and Aja McGrath, Elaine McGrath Kevin Pollak, Michael and Kat Rotman S. Cushman S. and Isabella Price Kim Toci, Thomas P. Dorris Miss Lilly and Miss Sophie, Beverly Sadie Keller, Laraine Keller Continued on next page Kinleigh & Teagan Osborne, Dyan Osborne Walker, LCSW Kira and Pretty Girl Wolters, Sandra Miss Penelope, Anthony and Patricia Miano J. Wolters Missy, Arthur and Laurann Castillo Kira Stoll, Brett Shears Misty, Karen M. Chelini Kitty Annie, Sally K. Malstrom Molly, Michele and Dan Sampson Kordell, Paul L. Macorig Mom, Stella M. and Antonio Ditullio Kristin Allen, Gretchen T. Allen Mom & Dad Krejci, Nicole and Daryl Merritt Kristin Freeman, Don Freeman Monica Duffy, Janet and Richard Hellwege Kyle Dickson, Morgan Malone, Jane Ellett Anne Spalding Mr and Mrs Harry Lewis, Tom and Mateo Etcheveste Carole Jobe Lady Evi Marmalade and the Mr. and Mrs. Ed Remitz, Mary L. and Cardinals, Valerie Renwick Donald Quintal Larry and Clarice McFadden (Merry Mr. & Mrs. Howard Austin, Shari Edwards Christmas!), Barbara J. Stein Mr. Bell, Catherine A. Gruenfelder Laura Pedersen and Holly Belknap, Munchkin Turnbull, Betty P.C. Turnbull Yuki Jakel My Mom - Mrs. Martinez, Stella M. Laurie and Jerry Raz-Astrakhan, and Antonio Ditullio Laurie Raz-Astrakhan and Jerry Raz Nancy Peterson, Paul Swenson Laurie German and Mark LaBash, Nat Felt, Jeffrey Felt Robin McCarthy and Bill Gootjes Nellie and Benji, Jodi Roisman LeBeau, Jeffrey C. Kelly Nicky Covi McCarthy’s 13th Birthday, Wishing for new wheels? Lesley Coelho, Melissa Coto Brian McCarthy and Renee Covi Leslie Oakes, Eleanor Hasegawa Nina and William Dix’s three piggies, Lexi and Gabby, Carol L. Bevans Nina A. and William W. Dix Your donated car makes a difference! Lois and Susan Haish, Bernice N. Smith Nona, Monica Chellam Lois Davis, Yvonne J. Moss Norma Jean Edwards, Mark Edwards We’ll even do the paperwork Lou and Mary Kittler, Lisa J. Bova Olivia Hauer-Richard’s birthday, Lt. Thomas Furlong, United States Mildred Hauer for your tax write off! Navy, Katherine A. Surman Papa and Roni, Monica Tracey Lucky, Judy A. and Michael Batlin Pastor Thomas Kidd, Jeannine Leary Lydia Asselin, Helen and Danny Savitzky Pat Mills and All Ears Reading teams Lynn and Stewart Samuels, Sally and that come to Ygnacio Valley Larry Samuels Library, Ygnacio Valley Library 1-888-6TO-GIVE Lynn Johnston, Kimberly D. and Jeffery Penny Meyerhoff Perry, Carol C. Ross A. Johnston Pepper, Beverly J. and James W. 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Steven M. Archer, The La Russa Family, Bonnie L. and Rosemarie and Wayne C. Collins in memory of Puff, Inky, Bunns, Elizabeth A. and Kenneth E. Zindle Lawrence L. Wiseman Marilani Wright Hershe, Kitté, Jr. and Bits, Vicki and Judith A. Agrelius The Latours, Andrew P. Bernat Tony La Russa and the St. Louis Douglas Hogendorn Stephen M. and Paula K. Archer The Mowat Family, Nicole and Daryl Merritt Cardinals, VIP Sponsorship for Michael, Chicory Stevie Bower, Tice Valley Chiropractic Center The Natoli Family, Anna Gervase Barbara Whitcraft and David Heinsler and Zappa, Lynn K. Takahashi Sue Grant and Dogs, Marcella Siefken The Vierra Family, The Kuehner Family First Financial Corporation VIP Sponsorship for Pierre, Summer, Sally Jo Rosenbusch-Clarke The Wong Family, Glenn and Diane Stephen K. Degnan Spazz and Patch, and Doug Clarke Colacurci Paige L. Price and Nevin Steinberg Judy and Joe Ventimiglia Susan Flageollet’s birthday, Ms. Tia and Maria, Matt Dressel William D. Hardie Sharon and Steve Winchester Maureen Machanich Tigger, The Chase Family Lowell Berry Foundation Cindy and Bruce Fox Susan Norton Costa, Caren R. and Tim, Anonymous Renette S. Robillard Jason and Sachi Bayard Rodney A. Lucich Titty & Augen, Jennifer and Cameron Hamm Maureen E. Long Pauline Winchester Susie Higgins, Richard and Ellen Eberle Tobbe, Jere D. and Penny Wade Carol Ann and Donald M. Hayden VIP Sponsorship for Ruby in memory Suzanne Schneider and Bob Hyland, Tom and Jenn Gracy, Keith and Kathy J. Dennis Kelley of Steve and Dorothy Anderson’s Daniel and Marla Cookston Maclaury Tony La Russa, a kind and generous cats, The Anderson/Kuhn Family T.J. and Tucker, Cathi A. Soule Tom Hallock, Mr and Mrs Bradley Hallock man, William D. Etkin VIP Sponsorship for Smores, Kenneth Tai & Sunny, Pat and Manuel De La Huerta Tommy, Gail C. Baird Tony La Russa’s 2,728 managerial Paardekooper and Andrea E. Proctor Tangie, Shari and Richard Armstrong Tonka and Lenny, Ms. Victoria Michalski wins, Thomas G. and Patty Richardson VIP Sponsorship for Toland, Edith L. Gils Taylor, Gail S. Soloway Tony and Elaine’s 38th wedding Tootsie Roll’s 6th year adoption VIP Sponsorships for Thunder and Ted & Laura Kirkendall, Andrew Kirkendall anniversary, anniversary, Nina I. Gerber Phyllis and Bubbles and Patty, Ted Reed at Nordstrom, Marianne Munro Bianca T. La Russa Trey Nicoud, George and Trey Nicoud Steven J. and Cathleen A. Ferguson Teddy Pryor, David and Laurie Strouse Devon La Russa Trudy, Daniel N. and Emily Loeb Wally Garcia, Ms. Irene Estelle and G. Terry & Jane Oehlerking, Kem Saichaie Tony La Russa, Tux and Taz, Mimi Gohlke Edward Logg the Allen family pets, Natasha Allen William B. Smart, Jr. Twinkle, Mr and Mrs Thomas Mahan, Jr. Wanda Collins and Durelle Yarbro, The Atkin Family, Warren and Averil Faust Julius J. Anderson Vic and Elsie Figone, Susan Figone Mary H. Yeakel The Boys Voss/Tinnesz, Beverly F. Voss Donna and Gary Schechter VIP Sponsorship for Buster and Mumford William and Duke, Jade Champathong The Brandt Family, Nicole K. and D. Jon and Marilyn L. Ayers made in honor of Junior, Bitsy and William Devaney, Michael Wardrop Daryl Merritt Doris E. Austin Goldie, Vicki and Douglas Hogendorn Wookie, Shirley Anderson The Butterfield Family Units - Scott, Catherine and David Nail VIP Sponsorship for De La Ossa and Wrinkles Lee, Lily P. Lee Bobbi, Daisy, Tom, Joan, Tomacito Ms. Maureen Machanich Paula Deen, Allene K. Alexander Yelp, Molly Martin and Ben, Karyn L. and Frank Gross Jeni R. Houston VIP Sponsorship for Disco, Mary Mark Yuri and Sonja, David S. Martin Jr. The Faust Family, Floyd and Valerie Atkin Paul V. and Janet L. Hauser VIP Sponsorship for Elizabeth, Yvonne Buff, Jennifer and Robert A. The Harmonica Harmoneers, Richard Perrone Joseph Stoney and Eddie Willis Castelluccio Thomas E. and Thelma A. Burns John G. and Linda S. Nolle VIP Sponsorship for Garrison, Allyse Yvonne LeGear, Chancey V. Henneman The Higgins Pack and their Dogs, J. Mark Futrell Tanovitz Zara Morrison, Adrienne J. Morrison Jane Higgins Richard L. Swatek VIP Sponsorship for Lamonte made Zoe Ann Elizabeth, Ralph and Jean Hoyt IN Memory OF SPECIAL FRIENDS Abbey, Lisa Gose Auggie, Animal Hospital of Antioch Bentley, Sandra D. and Robert S. Himel Bogie, Beverly Facciola Abby, Patti Procaccio Augie, Joan M. Cunnings Bentley, Mary P. Magee Bones, Alfred A. Valdez Abu, Animal Hospital of Antioch Aurora, Arlene M. and James E. Moore Bernadette, Martinez Animal Hospital Bonny Deibert, Richard and Letitia Deibert Adolph Encarnacion, Gloria E. and B.G., Holly R. Kaufman Bernadine Evelyn Rose Hirth, Boo Saam, Edna S. McGrath David S. Barton Babe, Buddy and Jane F. Antonopoulos ViewSource, Inc. Booker Litton, Aero, Rosemary A. Lowden Baby Big Boy, Martinez Animal Hospital Bernice Chase, who loved her Pat and John Reite Agility Star: Riley, Doris Banfiele Baca, Animal Hospital of Antioch poodles, Marc and Katherine Berger Sherrie S. and Richard D. Aldinger Albert J. Eydam, Steven D. Eydam Bailey, Rebecca Ross Bert, The de la Vega Family Boomer, Martinez Animal Hospital Albert W. King, Elizabeth A. and Bailey, Caryn and Ed Redo Bert Schwartz-Quindlen, Steven Hurd Boomer, Lisa Ann Tateosian Barbara B. King Bailey, Animal Hospital of Antioch Betsy L. Pennello, Gene A. and Chung- Boris, Martinez Animal Hospital Alex, Animal Hospital of Antioch Bailey, Robert H. Kammer and Maureen Chin Pennello Boris, Natasha and Ryker, Caren A. and Alex Vasquez, Megan A. Brown O’Sullivan Kammer Betty Hileman’s loved one, Betty Bergeron Leslie J. Tereck Alexandra, Annette and Terrance Stinnett Bandit, Karen L. Beacock Beulah Mae Reasoner, Boucheron and Coty Boy, Barbara Scott All my pets, Virginia H. Gliwa Bandit and Brandy, D.E. and C.J. Orias Cheryl A. and Robert Westbury Bowmont, Animal Hospital of Antioch All my pets, Linda S. Miller Barbara Freitag, Elizabeth Ann Kelly Jim’s California Auto Body, Inc. Boz, Joyce E. and Ronald E. Smith All the wonderful pets we have Barney, Pauline Hostettler Beverly M. and Gloria M. Tiernan Brandon Williams, Davida and Don Block shared, Jacquie and William Ghormley Bartholomew and Beatrice, Martinez Cherie and Richard Zocchi Brandy, Maria Del Consuelo Esquivel Ally, Cynthia A. and David Baron Animal Hospital Betty L. Rogers Bridget, Animal Hospital of Antioch Amistad, Baxter, James and Deborah Sims Joann M. Biondi Brite Eyes, Brenda M. and Carroll Rion Harold D. and Janet D. Haggett Bear, Marsha A. and Richard Servetnick Bick Won Dea, Lily P. Lee Brittany & Bailey, Chris and Dorothy Bidinost Victoria Nuetzel and Greg Kondrek Bear, Martinez Animal Hospital Billy, Martinez Animal Hospital Bruno, Animal Hospital of Antioch Amos, Andie and Trixie, Cheryl Attoe- Bear, Carol A. and Jeff B. Western Blackie and Lady, Fred D. Smith Bubba, Martinez Animal Hospital Bennett and Jeff Bennett Bear, Kimberly Streelman Blackjack Chan, Melanie and William Buckie Tessler, Ida and Derek Alexander Andra Morton, Marsha and Theodore Alper Beatrice, Melinda and Richard Fisher Soo Hoo Buddie, Animal Hospital of Antioch Andrew L. Pansini, Paul E. Nord Bebik and Little Cat, Anne Z. Brichacek Blake, Vinnie, Tori and Bryce Ackley, Buddy, Martinez Animal Hospital Angel, Beatrice Chaney Becky, Terry Moore Maria M. and James Ackley Buddy, Diann L. Foley Angel, Animal Hospital of Antioch Bella, Ms. Nicole D. Simoni Bob, Judy Bagby and T. Ruth Huggins Buddy, Sharon E. Goldau Angel, Barbara J. Williams Bella, Animal Hospital of Antioch Bob Cox, Catherine L. Pleasant Buddy, Animal Hospital of Antioch Angel, Barbara and Paul Rogen Belle, Milton B. and Gloria A. Dobkin Bob McMillan, George and Noriko Narasaki Buffy, Frances L. Singer Angel Love, Krone and Cynthia Tremain Benjamin Leonard, M.D., Bob The Cat, Buffy, Kathryn A. Callant and Doug Salo Angus and Bella, R. and A. Burleigh Susan Peters Celeste M. Leal Buffy, Annie, Marsha A. and Richard Servetnick Craig and Cheryl Manlove Anonymous Mary Jensen and Edward Andrews Annie, Martinez Animal Hospital P. B. Iyer, M.D. Susan and Darrell S. Klingman Carol L. and Larry S. Tessler Annie Pinnella, Nancy T. Pinnella Frederick E. and Jane L. Harrison Karrell and Dennis Wood Kris Partello Apollo, Sheila M. Gronemeyer Frances H. Brunette John W. Leal Bunny and Snowball, Kelly A. Flowers Arrow Ridge Shiloh Warrior, Marilyn J. Armond Bocce Ottoboni, Bridget and Eddie Colbert Buster, Marianne R. Lynch Animal Hospital of Antioch Dorothy R. and David C. Sanches Bode, Martinez Animal Hospital Buster, Joanne E. and Robert L. Elgaaen George and Noriko Narasaki Bentley, Animal Hospital of Antioch Bogey Douglas, Cynthia and Thomas Douglas Continued on next page Page 9 www.arf.net Spring 2012 IN Memory OF SPECIAL FRIENDS

Buster, Martinez Animal Hospital Coconut aka Coco, Linda Sword Johnson Buster, Jeffrey K. Bauriedel Cody, Cheryl Attoe-Bennett and Jeff Bennett Buster and Taz, Karen and Jack Weixel Cody Kincaid, David P. Kincaid Butt, Cheryl Attoe-Bennett and Jeff Bennett Colfax, Susan C. Hayden Ready to love Buttercup, Brian and Christi Bode Conan, Christine Aday Buttons, Karen and Francis Colantonio Connie Wisdom, Alison Spiegel Callie, Martinez Animal Hospital Contessa, Christine P. Macomber Candy, Jerry S. and Linda A. Zuckerman Cookie Monster, Emma Harkins Carlito Windesheim, Rolland and Isabel Sears Cooper, Animal Hospital of Antioch Carol Ann Walsh, Coqueta, Animal Hospital of Antioch Sharon Pettet Coquette and Sugar, Rose D. Dawson Donald J. and Joette M. Bright Cosmo, Leonard R. and Toni Devanna Carol Walsh, James E. and Wanda B. Close Cosmo, Carol M. Antraccoli and Ron Rivett Crystal, Ellen F. and Martin B. Frank Carrol Rogers, Crystal, Julie, and Rocky, Carol Crivello Janice Monteyne Cubby, Martinez Animal Hospital Lloyd E. and Vina K. Pringle Cutie, Catherine Aito The Zirelli Family Daisy, Martinez Animal Hospital Evelyn A. Ballment Daisy, Animal Hospital of Antioch Carson, Jackie and Ralph J. Boccabella Daisy, Amy Trice Casear, Phyllis Oswald Daisy Chow, Mary Chow Casey, Martinez Animal Hospital Daisy Domanick and Tigger Wolosoff, Casey, Animal Hospital of Antioch Patricia M. Bugland Cassie, Diane W. Armstrong Daisy Hom, Demaree and Lydia Salvetti Cele Porges, Shirlee J. Loret Daisy Pedersen, Candace Bourg Chance, Cheryl Attoe-Bennett and Jeff Bennett Dakota, Rodolfo and Mary B. Jacuzzi Bump Charles Clute, Donna M. Clute Dakota, Mary E. and Bob Hatch Charles Terry’s beloved dog, Charles Terry Dakota Stiller, Priscilla and Robert Buchman Charley Blue, Cynthia A. Shortall Dale, Martinez Animal Hospital I’m all ears Charlie, Sally and Nancy A. Brosnan Dani Nathan, Ed and Carol Nathan Charlie, Marcia L. and Steve Boyd Daniel Hernandez, Alicia and Orien Bedwell Charlie, Joe and Ellen Donohue Daniela Minecan’s dogs, Daniela Minecan Charlie, Shirlee Maxwell Danny Boy, Lynne M. Armstrong Charlie, Eileen R. and Edward Nemetz Dante, Martinez Animal Hospital Charlie and Fluff, James R. Griess Jr. David Burbank, John and Janet Souto Charlie Girl, Pat Bean, Cubby and Cheyenne David Tenberg, Marvin M. Tenberg Charlotte McCulley, David Vicars, Georgia T. and Ken Moore Janet M. and Gerald R. Lopus David Vincent Milem, Deborah R. and Mary Ellen and Samuel T. Johnston Alfred D. Milem Joan and Jack Jamieson Dazey, Linda Talley Bette S. Smith Dazzle, Doreen Johnston Jackie Worthington Dee Dee Devlin, Oyster Point Yacht Club Christine Jordan Deek, Martinez Animal Hospital Robert Enloe Deloris Porter, Patricia and Leon Neilson Carolyn Randall Denali, Dawna Komorosky Phyllis and Ralph De Main Diamond, Martinez Animal Hospital Renee and Richard D. Thomas Diana G. Hanson, Marie Reddick Henry Weiner Dick Lowell, Linda S. Burton Linda G. Draa Diesel Hood, Wayne and Barbara Baker Sexton Clinic Digger, Martinez Animal Hospital Philip R. and Jeanne E. Anderson Dilly, Anne E. Maczulak Maggie John Hammond Diva, Animal Hospital of Antioch Cheri Foster, Denise and Ronald Foster Dodger, Theresa Simmons Simply purr-fect Cherokee, Animal Hospital of Antioch Dolcé, Terry D. and Karen D. McGill Cheryl Pullen-Smith, Gary and Bonnie Costa Dolce Bell, Ju Dee Bell Chester, Animal Hospital of Antioch Don Sledge, Greg and Michele M. McCoy Chevy Perin-Locke, James Locke Doodles, James R. Griess Jr. Chiisai and Oakii, Linda and Kris Ohlson Doris Chadbourne, Carol L. and Stephen Chili, Jo Ann and Ken Stevens P. Johnson Chili, Ellena N. Bloedorn Doris Eddy, Robin and Stanley Norton China, Frederica and James R. Rosenfield Dorothy McDonald, Pamela Wiesendanger China Ferrer, Virginia and Arthur Kwarta Dozer and Velcro, Cara and Sean Ryan Chip, Karin O’Connell Dr. Richard Woerpel, Lynn D. Woerpel Chips, Animal Hospital of Antioch Dr. Thomas Ohlson, Gloria Ohlson Chloe, Chirleen A. and Curtis J. Michelini Duffy, Martinez Animal Hospital Chloe and Jasmine, Joan M. Pastrnak Duncan, N. Brooke and Barbara Gabrielson Chris Chong, Dr. Vivian Wing and Jake EB, George T. Watson Wickersham Ebenezer & Winnie, Evelyn and Rick Richards Christine M. Biondi, Joann M. Biondi Edith Stafford, Cinder, Animal Hospital of Antioch Joyce Luck Cisco, Martinez Animal Hospital Sandra S. Comerford Claris Hill, Davalynn Nevin Edward Barrows, Veronica J. Russo Cleopatra, Animal Hospital of Antioch Einstein, Animal Hospital of Antioch Clifford Mutch, Michael H. Parsons Eleanor Godzak’s beloved animal Clinton Arndt, companion, Eleanor and Steve Godzak Kathleen and Herman Arndt Elizabeth Kleinert, Ginny Kauffman Skeletor May Arndt Coco girl, Liza and Drew Dalmacio Continued on next page Uses powers for good Page 10 www.arf.net Spring 2012 IN Memory OF SPECIAL FRIENDS

Elizabeth Oakey Galle, Harold L. and Susan Elliott Elizabeth Studt John and Teri Frederickson Ella, Patricia Murphy Hardy and Charles Hardy Sharon B. Smith Ready to love Ellie, Jennifer M. and John D. Howard Janelle and Barry Clark James L. Frazier, Sr. Kris Partello Lisa Ferrari-Benedict Ellie, Martinez Animal Hospital Katherine H. and Daniel D. McCartney Eloise, Mary Boyle Johnson Däli Glavais and Don Davlin Elton, Patricia C. Ashauer Bertie and Bill Dodd Elvis, Animal Hospital of Antioch Kellie J. and Robert Ikenberry Emma, Martinez Animal Hospital Millie Lopez , Dr. Robert J. Berman Mary Alice and Wallace A. Freeman Eric Martin, Frankie, Martinez Animal Hospital Richard Hasper Frankie, Todd A. Carter Michael Stickelmaier Frankie, Animal Hospital of Antioch Christine Held and Caterpillar, Seattle Fred, Animal Hospital of Antioch District Friday, Patsy and Douglas F. Koeppe Daryl, Elaine, Elyse, Jim, Linda, Laura, Friday, Martinez Animal Hospital Maria, Michelle, Raquel, Susan, Wen Fritz Longfellow Patterson, Judy and Paul Robert and Jeanne Bertini W. Johnson James P. Halloran Furry Brown, Martinez Animal Hospital Darlene F. Hanlon Gabby, Mary Jensen and Edward Andrews Daniel Graham Gadget, Animal Hospital of Antioch Thomas White Garfield, Gus, Mewsette, April, Frisky, Jeffrey A. Goggin B.T. and Lady, Meg and David Swant Pickles Thomas Bagwell Garvey, Robert E. Conlin Richard S. Hasper Gary Mattila, Hal Wondolleck Richard L. and Sharon Mattila Full of comic charm Eileen Grafton Ila K. Mattila Sally Fitton Laughing Crow Farm Carol Menditto Goulet, Salvidio and Associates, P.C. John Michell Richard F. Crew Family Randolph F. Young Janelle and Barry Clark Dana Mauch Judith Lakso, Joan Boegel, Lisa Hartman, Terry Liebowitz Jeff Holmes and Jennifer Jones (Genzyme Jane E. Hurley Corporation) Joyce McCaffery Linda B. and Milton M. Chung Gail S. Olney Dennis G. and Ellen K. Schremser Sandi Martin Kenneth G. and Joanne D. Millett Kari Cannaday Jill and Dan Speasmaker Daniel J. Currid FM Global Brian W. Evans Michael and Marilyn Scheffler Dorothy D. Hurson Helen F. and Lewis Santosuosso Sandi Martin Gwen D. Preston Josh Anderson Dolores B. and Lynn E. McCoskey Anita L. Torres Beverly A. and Cyril J. Greenbaum Eric Thomasson Patricia and Randall J. Tupaj Elaine M. Flynn James E. and Kaye A. Dalbec Bob Nash Robert C. and Mary E. Schremser Marjorie Skokan Beth A. Vancik Hi-C Ronald F. and Marcia A. Litterst Adam G. Schremser Ann Yankovich Hurley Jim Crew Ready for adventure Artis and Fergie Ferguson Gaston and Gunnar, Jerry R. Barnhart and Jeanne Hurley Evelyn Rose Valerie Doohen Gayle Freist, William H. Freist Michelle Crosby Gayle Mitchell, Eula Holcomb, Sharmon G. Holcomb Gloria Crampton Eva, Animal Hospital of Antioch John A. and Beth Weymouth Eva Loges, John Tirsell Seaneen and Bryce Weitzel John J. and M. Francine Aylward Tracy and Jerry Lopez Donald Forkner Evie, Diana B. Gale Richard M. and Barbara Walker Farley and Suki Finger, Mrs Dorothy Finger John Billingsley Felix, Catherine Morden Joan and Jack Thomas Fessy, Martinez Animal Hospital Margaret A. Sherry Flinch, Animal Hospital of Antioch Karin Peterson and Dennis Clark Flipper Kitty, Frank and Michelle Sweet Ralph Becker Fluffy, Martinez Animal Hospital Susan Perry Fluffy, Brigitte and John R. Stafford Gemmy, Katherine J. Silvey Fluffy and Oreo, Victoria B. Naidorf Geofrey, David and Kelli Wigfield Foxxy, Martinez Animal Hospital George Romagnola, Kimberly Romagnola Foxy, Animal Hospital of Antioch George Washington and Midnight, Carol Frank Harris, Rosemary A. Harris A. and Ronald L. Ebey Frank L. Beans, Beverly Walker, LCSW Georgie, Animal Hospital of Antioch Frank Lagau, Gerry Fink, Carol McCabe Cashmere Joe Ancona and the Countrywood Giallo, Patricia Murphy Hardy and Charles Shopping Center Associates E. Hardy Insulation included Steve Biggs Continued on next page Page 11 www.arf.net Spring 2012 IN Memory OF SPECIAL FRIENDS

Gigi, Jan Aaronian Martha A. Grisier Jane Rodgers Neudeck, Jerry S. and Karen Langan, William Rocha Gilligan, Margery M. and Fred C. Koenig Margaret M. Hansen Linda A. Zuckerman Karen Vincent’s mother, Margie Cash Ginger, Animal Hospital of Antioch Inca, Martinez Animal Hospital Janet Ferne Manning-Riling, Pauline Bonilla and Marc Honsberger Ginger, Nancy L. and Clifford J. Chenette India, The Whoopie Girls Jasper & Wesley, Glen Gentry and Karma, Morgan and Guinevere, Gizmo, Lewis A. and Bethyl A. Johnson Indy, Janice M. Binkley Kathy Farrar Martha and Tom Pangburn Gladys Erickson, Ingrid Caldwell’s cat, Boo, Colette Jaydan Dimes, Mary and Robert Kuhl Katherine Surline, Dennis W. and Pharrres Morris O’Keefe Jazzmine Peirce, James and Kelly Pryde Vicki L. Oeding Arneta L. Doolin Iris Loux, Esther D. Germen Jean and Howard Thor, Lauren B. Thor John H. and Susan K. Simmonds The Kendall Family Isabella, Animal Hospital of Antioch and Peter J. Morrissey Mafalda R. Greco Barbara and W. G. Hanes Itty Bitty, Denise M. Handwerker Jeanne Landreth, Peggy Mullins Katie Stucky, Connie Stucky and Robert Marjorie Erickson J.J., Joy S. Emery Jed and Whiskers, Sandra L. Ny Musante Marilyn Paulson Jack, Sheryl Cossey, Michelle Murphy, Jeff Sciarroni, David M. and Ann Caldow Kato, Calvin & Lucas, Elaine and Jeff Guyon Carolyn Whitmore Kelli DeMichiel and Kelly Hossmann Jerry Nolan, Donald and Geraldine Yokum Katzi Hausser, Tom, Lori and Jessa Carolyn Larsen Jack Barry, Lonna L. Barry Jesilas and Sam, Dexter and Patricia Louie Kayla, Linda L. Klingman Claudette Vidulich Jack Hofmeister, Susan A. King Jessica Liever, Gerald and Jeanne Rohm KC The Dawg, Aileen Timmers Gloria Clemis, Beverley L. Nelson Jack Wallace, Jessie, Martinez Animal Hospital Keanui, Debra Sternbach Gloria Gallo McDrew, James Shambo Jessieboy, Susan Gregory Kelly, Chris Pellegrini Jennifer J. Monroe UBC Local Union 9144 Jewel, Animal Hospital of Antioch Kelly and Telly, Karen E. Baker Barbara Hale Magnum Drywall Interior and Exterior and Marty Barrett, Sally Chase Kelopatra, Mary C. Dennis Goldie, Animal Hospital of Antioch Ken Hale Joaquin Cunha, Scott and Kimberley Kenneth E. Owen, Marielle J. Boortz Goldie 2, Martinez Animal Hospital Northern California Carpenters Gregory Kenny Bailey, Kathy and Dan Crawford Goofus, Goofus II and Barbie Doll, Regional Council Jody, Ursula E. Nelson Kiki, Martinez Animal Hospital Jack R. McCarthy William Webb Joe Ross, Carolyn E. Ross and Don Hill Kiki, Ms. Natalie Reeder and Andrew Campbell Gordy, Animal Hospital of Antioch Phyllis B. and Dennis J. Clima John and Helen Laurelli, Judith Kiki, Animal Hospital of Antioch Grace, Martinez Animal Hospital Sheri Wisgerhof Laurelli-McHugh and William McHugh King Hanway, Grace and Lucy, Kevin L. Williams Valeria Contreras John Kinavey, Kenneth and Cathy Herring Joyce L. Hanway Gracie, Jim and Jackie Boucher Carpenters 46 Northern California John Newman, Corinne J. Pratt Brian Adams Gracie, Carol L. and Larry S. Tessler Counties Conference Board John Sterlino, Kira, Kristie Patterson and William Tinucci, Jr. Gracie Ward, Rolland and Isabel Sears Kathleen and Teddy Stuart Sara Jane Frisbee Kitten, Martinez Animal Hospital Grandpa Dan, Juliette Legault Jacob, Salvatore and Marcia Duckworth-Lanzo Karen and Robert Munoz Kitty, Mashid and Houshang Karimi Griffin, Alex and Spencer, Walter A. and Jake, Martinez Animal Hospital Joseph, Martinez Animal Hospital Kodi, Martinez Animal Hospital Doris Stump Jake, Bernice I. Lewis Joseph P. Sangenitto, Kona DeGuire, Nancy and Gary DeGuire Grover, David and Julie Elfin Jake and Hobart - I Love You!! Boyz, Florence Morjig Korie Divine, Robert F. and June Morris Guido, Carol Itami Justin A. Glueck William K. and Georgia Marshall Kuma, Deborah B. and John S. Edack Gus, Martinez Animal Hospital Jake & Quita, Christine and Dennis Sikorski Terry and Robert Heath Kumo, Animal Hospital of Antioch Gus and Buster, Leanna I. Jensen Jake-the-Dog who inspired an obit, Q Barbara B. Kennedy Lady, Lyn Swanson Gwen, Suzette Farber-Katz and Lino Valdez and Mark Forbess May T. and Robert M. Nitzberg Lady, Cheryl Attoe-Bennett and Jeff Bennett H. Elizabeth ‘Beth’ Oberhauser, Joann James Macias, Frances L. M. and JR and Mace, Leonard P. Grassini Lady Morris, M. Biondi Raymond O. Sagapolu K.C., William E. and Kathlyn Johanning Donna and John W. Rasmussen Hal Wolf, Claudia Lippi Jane Dang, Ethel M. Dang-Zeager and Kai, Dot Jessup and Fordie Ramirez Robert F. and June Morris Haley, Animal Hospital of Antioch James Zeager, Jr. Kailua, Bobbi Kahn and Lance Sandvik Kris Partello Haley, Jeanette Huneke Jane Mellenthin, Mary and Robert Bunzel Kali Grimblat, Jayne and Miguel Grimblat Lana, Cheryl Attoe-Bennett and Jeff Bennett Hamilton, Laura Hesson, Beverley L. Nelson Steven B. and Karin M. Chase Lawrence Sheerin, Beverley L. Nelson Susan and Steve Salnick Lee Lenneville, Morgan and Patricia Howell Hank, Bart and Chester, Todd A. Carter Legacy of Love Leila, Animal Hospital of Antioch Hanna, Animal Hospital of Antioch Each of us has the power to change the life of a dog, cat, or person Leo, Martinez Animal Hospital Hannah, Martinez Animal Hospital in need. Join ARF’s Circle of Compassion by remembering ARF Leo and Kid, Michael L. Toibin Hannah, Jennifer R. Gant Leona, Sharon and Michael W. Fox Hansel, Henry and Colleen V. Angerbauer and the animals in your will or trust. Your personal commitment Lex and Jaz, Robert Scheible Harley, Animal Hospital of Antioch will make a lasting difference in the lives of animals and people, Lexy, Animal Hospital of Antioch Harley, Kelli Koester Lightning, Martinez Animal Hospital Harold Caulfield, The McArthur Family ensuring that ARF’s life-saving work and services will continue Lil, Animal Hospital of Antioch - Ed, Barbara, Collie, Rich and John and grow in the future. Lily, Martinez Animal Hospital Harrison Ross, Linda D. Ross Lily and Cinnamon, Cordell and Arta Hull Harry, Martinez Animal Hospital F or more information, please contact Linda Kay Statzer, Gladys J. and Vernon Heidi, Martinez Animal Hospital Peterson Heidi, Bruce Dexter and Mark Goldberg [email protected] or call 925.256.1273 Linda Lodico, Glenn and Diane Colacurci Helen Casey, Kathryn M. Phelan Linda Weber, Catherine L. Pleasant Helen Lewis, Doris and Edwin La Grange To leave a bequest, simply write: Lindsey, Martinez Animal Hospital Herb M. Perasso, Timothy A. and P. Little Baby, Barbara Purtell Rachelle Hammer I give to Tony La Russa’s Animal Rescue Foundation, Tax ID# Little Grey Guy, David Geiger Hershey, Animal Hospital of Antioch 68-0240341, the sum of _____ dollars (or, if insurance policies, Lizzie, Susan M. Law Smith Hilda Rebello, Olga C. Lamberti land, stock or other property, please describe). Lola, Elizabeth and Rick Suden Holly, Diane W. Armstrong Lola, Animal Hospital of Antioch Homer Minden, David and Jill Douglas Lola, Steven Ow-Ling and Vicky Woo Hoss, Animal Hospital of Antioch Louie, Martinez Animal Hospital Hunter, Martinez Animal Hospital Louis Colacurci, Hunter, The Shelton Family Glenn and Diane Colacurci Hunter, Rose D. Dawson John S. and Elia Schiavo I Can Win, Tony and Elaine La Russa Victoria R. Nuetzel and Greg Kondrek Lyn and Larry Fenwick Harold D. and Janet D. Haggett Vincent J. Cincotta Iliane Van Buskirk, Andy and Donna M. Logar Cynthia McNeil and Michael Montour Lovely Lucy Hotchkiss and Mr. Cassidy Timothy F. and Maryanne Preece Sears, Rolland and Isabel Sears Judith Burr-Chellin Evelyn A. Ballment Continued on next page Page 12 www.arf.net Spring 2012 IN Memory OF SPECIAL FRIENDS

Luca, Animal Hospital of Antioch Pearlie, Arlene M. and James E. Moore Lucille Jolley, Sheila M. Saxby Pebbles, Animal Hospital of Antioch Lucky, Nancy M. Stricker Join ARF on FACEBOOK Pedee Pitchford, William D. Hardie Lucky, Animal Hospital of Antioch Peepers, Nancy Methlie and Edward Digiore Lucky, Mary V. Kingsley Peggy Lilley, Deborah and John Edack Lucy, Martinez Animal Hospital and share with a friend! Penelope, Martinez Animal Hospital Lucy, Nancy E. Dill Pepito, Patricia A. and George Davis Lucy, Phyllis J. Fisher Pepsi, Dorothy Graham Lucy Herrera, Tell Your Tail Tuesdays! Person, Karen and Gerald J. Carlson Mary Jane Boucher Pete Hass, Nancy and Luis Herrera Jordan Wright Mary L. Hudson Weekly Spotlight Pet Reliez Valley Builders Inc. Lucy le Roux, David Chasnoff Preferred Capital Services, Ltd. Lynda Yasuda, Kathena Avelon and Sunny Pete Pleasanton, Lyn Kelly Wood “Aww” Inspiring Photos Petey, Animal Hospital of Antioch Mac Nellett, Samuel and Gail Riccardi Petey, Carol Gould Maddie, Mary Claire and Jim Simpson Pickle, Judy M. Genensky Maddie and Boogie Siau, Sharon L. and New Adoptions Piglet, Martinez Animal Hospital Fred Siau Pinkie, Sue D. Silbert Maddie Patton, Joy Lessman More friends help more animals! Pinno, Martinez Animal Hospital Maddy, Martinez Animal Hospital PJ, Coach, Monet, Sunny and Kinkade. Maggie, Robin and Kenneth C. Smith We miss you!, Lucretia and Steve Marcus Maggie Biermann, Sarah & John Biermann arf.net/facebook Plus Vite, Animal Hospital of Antioch Maggie Louise, Dale Hald-Halden Pooch, Carol J.H. Goin Sylvia Pooper, Jan Aaronian Maggy, Delilah and Glencora, Mickey, Doris E. Austin Bennett and Bob DeWard Porter, Martinez Animal Hospital Mickey, William H. and Linda G. Caruso Murianna Neessen, Elizabeth A. and Janet M. and Gerald R. Lopus Maisy, Mickey Bercaw, Kendall P. Bercaw Thomas R. Folkers Porter, Animal Hospital of Antioch Martinez Animal Hospital Maize, Micky, Animal Hospital of Antioch Murphy, Martinez Animal Hospital Powder, Animal Hospital of Antioch Melinda L.P. Walker Maka, Midnight, Animal Hospital of Antioch Murphy, Kathy Kuza and Bob Padway Pricilla, Animal Hospital of Antioch Debra D. and Doug Kagawa Makena, Mika, Animal Hospital of Antioch Muzette and Tippy, Marlene E. Haft Prime and Bumble Bee, Anna Lee Hill Martinez Animal Hospital Malcolm, Mildred Boiko, Patricia H. Copps Myeka, Steven L. and Maria Valente Prince, Animal Hospital of Antioch Bootie Charon Malcolm and Sissy, Miles, Nadine, Martinez Animal Hospital Princess, Martinez Animal Hospital Animal Hospital of Antioch Mali, Kathryn L. and Gary S. Major Nadine Strand, Patricia and Arthur Still Princess, Joe and Ellen Donohue Denise and Michael Sewell Man Cat, Lynne M. Armstrong Nala, Animal Hospital of Antioch Princess and Nibbles, Peggy Mullins Jacqueline and Eugene Elmer Mandy Elmer, Carol L. and Larry S. Tessler Nancy Baker, Ida and Derek Alexander Princess Diana, Martinez Animal Hospital Cherri and Irvin Shiffman Marci Shiffman, Milo, Elizabeth Slater Nancy Del Dotto, Robert and Betty Myhre PT Cruiser and Tad, Anne E. Seaman Phyllis J. Wisniowski Mardi and Phoebe, Mimi, Nancy and Luis Herrera Nash, Martinez Animal Hospital Puddy, Deborah B. and John S. Edack Carol and Kenneth Cox Marge Hogg, Ming Ming, Animal Hospital of Antioch Needles, Animal Hospital of Antioch Pumpkin, Martinez Animal Hospital Jennifer and Ryan King Maria Island, Minnie, Doreen Small Nellie, Martinez Animal Hospital Puppy, Animal Hospital of Antioch Jane and Larry Farr Marian Johnson, Minnie, Animal Hospital of Antioch Neron, Martinez Animal Hospital Purr, Lisa Gose Barbara, Mac, Marianne Caulfield, Misha, Animal Hospital of Antioch Niki Hemminger, Sally and Skip Hemminger Radar, Animal Hospital of Antioch Colleen and Rich McArthur Miss Piggy, Martinez Animal Hospital Nina Helgerson, Charlotte B. Lockner Rafe, Jan P. Testarmata and Dave Underwood Patricia Braselton Marilynn Abrams, Miss Tiger Mouse, Edna M. Sturgeon Noel, Melody M. Fujimori Rags, Gerald L. Cockrill CPA Letty E. Clarke Marilynn Misner, Missy, Martinez Animal Hospital Norka Torrent, Glenn and Diane Colacurci Raider, Animal Hospital of Antioch Sonia Kendall Marisa Brahm, Missy, Animal Hospital of Antioch Norma L. Sasaoka, Tyrone T. Sasaoka Raji, Martinez Animal Hospital Mary M. Baker Mark W. Baker, Mister B, Sheryl D. Taylor Olive, Ms. Mary Jo Thoresen and Curtis Ralphie, Paula Dixton Jackie Haidich Maro and Joan Market, Misty, Jodi Roisman Clingman Rambo, Dr. Christopher J. Hussar Kenneth Martha Skoug and Siegfried, Misty, Barbara DeJanvry Olive Jane Hamreus, Barbara Jeanne Glenn Rambo, Niki Stephenson N. Skoug Jr. Mita Yeager, Michele Tomasuto Oliver, David Geiger Ramona, Juanita Connie Perez Corinne Henning Marty, Mitzi, Betty R. Stadler Oskar, Jeannie C. and Mark S. Rajkowski Ramona and Kelly, Pam and Jerome Petrie Keith and Lois Tomley Marvin Griebrok, Mo, Martinez Animal Hospital Owen Aiello, Nancy W. Bronson Ramona Vandertil, Dr. Vivian Wing and Mary Mary Boyle Johnson’s four loves, Mocha Latte, Martinez Animal Hospital Ox, Martinez Animal Hospital Jake Wickersham Boyle Johnson Moes, Animal Hospital of Antioch Ozzie, Katrina A. Gioshes Ranger, Starr D. Fenn Gail Faber Mary Rathburn, Mollie, Anne Spalding Ozzy, Martinez Animal Hospital Rascal, Martinez Animal Hospital Beverley L. Nelson Matilda, Mollie McCleskey, Patricia A. Baran P J, Animal Hospital of Antioch Rashi, Colleen and Jason Keirn Joyce B. Wippler Maurice, Molly, Elizabeth and Ken Nakamura Panda, Jane Logan Rat, Martinez Animal Hospital Mr and Mrs Michael F. Tallmadge Mavis, Molly, Julie Ross Panda, Cindy and Gene Molander and Raymond Osborne, Keith and Lois Tomley Jo and Tom Seymour Max, Montana, Doris L. Edwards Wessex Rebecca Siebenmorgen, Bernard A. Animal Hospital of Antioch Max, Monty Jordan, Paris, Animal Hospital of Antioch and Regine Siebenmorgen Sharon A. and Jay Burns Max, Doris J. and Tom Shumate Pat Souto, Linda and Harry Legendre Reggie, Martinez Animal Hospital Virginia M. Holmes Max, Pat and Ken Anderson Patches, Ellen Glasser Remington, Rosanne and Mark Stoney Geoff Teigen Max, Mooch, Nancy Slatten Patches, Heather Abraham Remington and Marble, Rosanne and Donald T. and Max and Tuck Lacy, Moochie, Susan D. Becker Patricia Powell, Mark Stoney Barbara L. Lacy Moogley and Shonee, Misty Potter Mr. & Mrs. Patrick Kelly Remsen, Marc Greendorfer Michele L. and Maximus and Athena, Moose Hunter, Margaret and Ulrich Hunter Peter P. and Pamela W. Edrington Remy, Animal Hospital of Antioch Ronnie E. Williams Mr. Biggie, Jack and Liz Walker Sharon Stearns Rex, Animal Hospital of Antioch Beverly Maxine and Amory Cochrane, Mr. Lucky, Renette S. Robillard Jacqueline D. Clancy Rex, Emily Friedman A. David Mr. Mans aka Slick, Animal Hospital of Patrick, Patricia J. Lynch Richard Dale, Nancy C. Goodman Melanie Spencer, Chance Tyler Antioch Patty Jo, Blondie and Howie, Ms. Irene Richard Diekman, Beverley L. Nelson Leslye J. Lounsbery Melike, Mr. Marble, Joan M. Cunnings H. Szurgot Richard T. Mallow, Teresa Carmean Martinez Animal Hospital Meowsers, Mr. Richard Ragle, Sylvia Cherezian Paul L. Ghirardelli, Jeanne M. and Roy Richard Walker, Beverly Walker, LCSW Frank Angelacci Mercer, Mr. Sullivan, Kevin and Christine Sweeney T. Evilsizer Richard Watson, Maria B. Verdan Mervin Verdan, Mr. Trembles, Pat and John Reite Paula Henning, Robert and Joyce Schleicher Daniel H. Owens Martinez Animal Hospital Mesa, MU, Jerry S. and Linda A. Zuckerman Paws, Martinez Animal Hospital Paul M. Martina Martinez Animal Hospital Mia, Mudley, Animal Hospital of Antioch Peaches and Smokey Mason, Markley Rico, Animal Hospital of Antioch Joan E. Parker Mia, Muffen, Dona A. and Richard A. H. and Carolyn Mason Rita Powers, Richard and Cathy Perkins Michael Bergen, Pat and John Bergen Thompson and Honey Peanut, Martinez Animal Hospital Martinez Animal Hospital Mickey, Mumbles, Cheryl Attoe-Bennett and Jeff Peanut, Harold D. and Janet D. Haggett Continued on next page Page 13 www.arf.net Spring 2012 IN Memory OF SPECIAL FRIENDS

Rivet, Janice and Steve Rowley Stephen Carrillo Shorty, Connie S. King Tiger, Martinez Animal Hospital Rob Roy, Joel M. Brown Joelle T. Cook Sienna, Kathryn A. Callant and Doug Salo Tiger, Animal Hospital of Antioch Robert Barbieri, Beverley L. Nelson Jill M. Cooney Sigmund Milford, Carol C. Ross Tiger, Janice G. and David S. Sechrist Rocky, Marti M. and Dick Racette Carol S. Crivello Simon, Martinez Animal Hospital Tiger Lily, Rosemary A. Lowden Rocky, Animal Hospital of Antioch Sue Cross Skeezix, Gina M. Cioffi Tiggy, Linda Hunt Rocky, Jacquie and William Ghormley Rebecca L. and Joseph M. Dersch Sleeves, Martinez Animal Hospital Tiki, Animal Hospital of Antioch Rocky Davison, Diane W. Armstrong Jovita Dugan Smokey, Martinez Animal Hospital Tillie Bones, Linda K. and Robert Smith Roland and Edith Price, G. Lindsay McCrea Valerie Eastwood Smokey, Billie and Clifford E. Fortner Tiny, Mama Kitty and Blackie, Romeo, Kiki, Sasha, Layla and Pierre Amber Etheridge-Johansen Smokie, Laura J. Pullano Christian Janousek Perkic, Boris J. and Lore Perkic Pamela S. and Charles E. Fisher Smudge, Carol Lee Badilla Tippy, Rebecca C. and John L. Winters Rooney, Ziggy, Misty and Andie, Fred Katie Fitzsimmons Snickers, Martinez Animal Hospital Tippytail, Sherrie and Richard Aldinger M. and Joan L. Baker Erika and Dennis Fritts Snoopy and Bo, Frida Osegueda Titan, Mr and Mrs Brayton Stone Rose Mae Thomas, Garie Thomas-Bass Susan C. and Dennis Furukawa Snowball, Elaine F. Gronskis Tito, Martinez Animal Hospital and Paul Bass Kathryn D. Grosso Soleil, Mitchell J. and Sally A. Radycki To b b y, Animal Hospital of Antioch Rosemary Cambra, Ruthann Cambra Judith A. Jones Sonia, Linda K. and Stephen J. Crowe Tobey, Patsy and Douglas F. Koeppe Rosie, Martinez Animal Hospital Keith L. Krebeck Sophie, June R. Hannon To b y, Steve Ricketts Rosie, Animal Hospital of Antioch Brittany Kyle Sparkle, Elaine Daubert To b y, Norma Bailey Rosie McTee, The Wood Family Shirley J. Lamar Sparky, Laraine Keller To b y, Jeffrey S. Ingram Roxanne, Rudy and Anita Brugman Carolyn Luke Sparky and Pax, Teresa and Alberto Muniz To b y, Cheryl Bailey Ruby, Animal Hospital of Antioch Gaye and Peter McDuff Spaz, Kris Partello Tom Begley Sr. and Tommy Jr., Dan R. Russell, Joanna L. Burgarino Sherrie McGreevy Speedy, Marguerite and Joseph Seabourn and Julie C. Dexter Rusty, Deirdre Jared and Gregory Meronek Roshenara Moore Spencer and Bentley, Sharyn DeLano Tommy, Marilyn J. Ives Rusty, Karen M. Phillips Catherine T. and Daniel J. Murphy Spike, Jan Harrell Tony Fardella, Dean Daskarolis Rusty Reschke, Cathleen C. Simmons Kou Nelson and Douglas McRae Spikey, Animal Hospital of Antioch Topper, Patsy and Douglas F. Koeppe Rutledge, Roy F. and Patricia B. Cole Tina Q. Nesgaard Spooki, Boo-Dee, Rosie, Nicki and Dr. Toto, Margherita M. Bargy Sable, Horse and Hound Show Services Joyce and Donald O’Callaghan Ivan Ancell, Carol Maselli Trina, Barbara C. Larimore Sabrina, Animal Hospital of Antioch Kris Partello Stanley Graham, Sharon Nardone Trixie, Martinez Animal Hospital Sadie, Karen S. and Richard Price Jennifer and Eddie Peabody Starbucks, Blitzon and Shadow, Tucker, Joe and Ellen Donohue Sadie, Jeanine W. and James E. Bruer Jennie Pimentel Sandra D. Perley Tucker, Norman P. and Edith Olsen Sahskkia Saballos’ brother-in-law, Carol A. Ross Stella, Gail A. Yip Tucker, Katherine B. Prugh Starr D. Fenn Barbara G. and Michael R. Rothwell Stephen D. Schiavo, Glenn and Diane Tupelo, Ana Maria Schnier Sally, Animal Hospital of Antioch Meuy Saephan Colacurci Tya Fong Stempel, Melanie J. and Sam, Animal Hospital of Antioch Bonnie J. Schlobohm Steve and C J, Barbara and Carmelo Pagan William Soo Hoo Sammi Martin, Joy Martin-Gieryng and Constance L. and Kenneth J. Schwartz Stockings, Susan Tulis Tyger, Animal Hospital of Antioch Tom Gieryng Kathleen M. and James M. Sheehan Stokley Frazee, Bonnie and Dave Price Tyler, Animal Hospital of Antioch Sammie, Bucky and Bandito, Dianne Eric B. Siebert Sue Collins, Lucy Bellamy Tyler Buffington, Diane L. Karkiewicz C. and Scott G. Lewis Marie A. Ramagli-Stanton and Dan Stanton Sunny, Gayle and Manny Tornberg and Edward S. Walsh Sammy, Helena Bolin Ms. Jennifer N. Suzuki Susan Thompson and her cat “Salty Tyrone, Elaine M. and Mick Coyne Sammy, Martinez Animal Hospital Lynn K. Takahashi Paul”, The Petrini Family Utah, Nancy D. Shaw Sammy, Animal Hospital of Antioch Norman B. Taylor, Jr. Sutter, Zeke and Jake, Patricia Strawn Verne Pynn, Tom and Susie Somers Sammy, Kenneth and Elizabeth Giannotti Charles and Ruth Trombetta Suzann Lavely, Sally Ho Vinny, Jacqueline M. Paytas Sandee, Animal Hospital of Antioch Megan Van Aken Suzanne Johnston, Violet Golphenee, Sharon and Greg Sandy, Martinez Animal Hospital Priscilla K. and David M. Witt Ethel J. Johnston Golphenee Sandy, Animal Hospital of Antioch Sarchi and Luna, Ruth and Scott Ritter Constance Harvey and Ferne Mathis Virginia Soto, Hilbert G. and Brunhilde Saper, Mashid and Houshang Karimi Sarge, Lorelei Piotto Ransome S. Roscoe E. Werner Sasha, Martinez Animal Hospital Georgene J. and Bradford E. Kinsman Walter Eberhardt, Beverley L. Nelson Sasha Bales, Thomas and Renée Butler Tana L. and Francis J. Schimberg Wanda, Martinez Animal Hospital In loving memory Sassafras and Maggie, Harriett Pistochini Dale Wong Willie T, Martinez Animal Hospital Sassy, Martinez Animal Hospital Sweets, Kim M. Lang Willy, Diane Rose of Sara Marie Sassy, Donald V. Edick Sydney, Marsha A. and Richard Servetnick Winston, Kim and Thomas Mackenzie unningham Sassy, Marilyn K. and Randall B. Meyer Sydney Brosler, Harvey and Donna Brosler Winston, Margaret F. Harrington C Satin, Carol Welte Taboo, Animal Hospital of Antioch Wishbone, Animal Hospital of Antioch Sawyer, Animal Hospital of Antioch Tad, Martinez Animal Hospital Yukon, Martinez Animal Hospital Schnitzel and Schnapps, Marsha J. and Taffey, Martinez Animal Hospital Zachary, Jean and Richard Zukin Larry J. Wilson Taffy, Animal Hospital of Antioch Zak, Jere D. and Penny Wade Schubert, Barbara E. Jones Taffy, Paul E. and Linda K. Walker Zane, Martinez Animal Hospital Scooter and Rusty Mathews, Chris and Tamale, Robin L. Divine Zeus, Animal Hospital of Antioch Rick Mathews Tango, Animal Hospital of Antioch Zoe, Robin Roach Scout Mascaro, Martinez Animal Hospital Ta ro, Kris Partello Scrounge, Martinez Animal Hospital Tavis, Martinez Animal Hospital This listing includes donations Scruffy, Julia Slusser Taylor Tabor, Patricia A. Barker Sebastian, Kathryn Sherman Taz, Animal Hospital of Antioch received from 6/30/11 through Seth, George and Madeline Alexander Taz, John H. and Susan K. Simmonds 2/7/12. To honor a special friend, Shadow, Carrie and Brian Estadt Tazz, Martinez Animal Hospital please send your donation to ARF Sara Marie Cunningham, Shadow, Donald M. Scherzi TC, Martinez Animal Hospital and include a note letting us know Lawrence E. and Sandra C. Akley Shana, Shannon & Popcorn, Vincent Rice Ted Wanderer, Bonnie Wanderer Lynne M. Armstrong Shanie, Animal Hospital of Antioch Tenzing, Barbara and Thomas DeMerritt who you would like us to notify, Erika and Sean Barr Shatzie, Dan and Nadereh S. Chaika Terri Pence, Colleen and Dave Vanoutrive along with the address. Donations Rosemary Bauer Sheba, Elaine M. and Mick Coyne Tessa, Glenn and Diane Colacurci of $20 or more will be recognized in Holly and Darrin Belknap Sheba and Osa, Sharon Mowat Teton Barber, Meagan and Stephen Londy future newsletters. Elena and Bill Bicker Shekki and Sasha, Kathleen and David The Budmeister, Bill and Laurie Hoban Sally and David Bohnenstiehl Constantineau The Cat, Sandra and Michael Risser We apologize if we inadvertently Beth Brannock Shelby, Martinez Animal Hospital The pets of Brian and Glenda Rhees, failed to include your donation, or Kristen Breyer Shirley Sillineri, The McCabe and Reilly Karlin W. and Thomas T. Coolidge misspelled your name. Sharon Budde Families Thelma, Please contact Lynn at 925. Jeannette Burness Shirlie Fragomeni, Frank J. Fragomeni Shirley A. and David J. Koepsell Rose Cardinale Shorty, Animal Hospital of Antioch LeeAnne Cisterman 296.3156 or [email protected] to Ruth M. Carpaneto Shorty, Marc Mealie Thomas Napolitano, Fred D. Lorenzetti make a correction. Page 14 www.arf.net Spring 2012 community interest

ARF’s foster volunteers provide temporary loving homes ARF continues to increase rescue efforts to overwhelmed for dogs and cats needing extra time and care until ready public shelters and provide a second chance of life for thou- for adoption. More than 290 fosters opened their homes to sands of dogs and cats. With your help we can save even rescued animals in 2011. more precious lives.

Jewel, a petite tabby kitten, was viciously attacked by a ARF’s Pet Hug Pack therapy animals visit libraries and coyote before being dropped off at a public animal shelter. schools, cultivating a nurturing reading environment for Her severe injuries gave little hope for survival until ARF children through the All Ears Reading® program. Their at- rescued her. With loving attention Jewel recovered and tentive, non-judgmental manner creates a supportive envi- became a priceless treasure to her new adoptive family. ronment which fosters a child’s eagerness to read.

Adopt Volunteer Donate Page 15 www.arf.net Spring 2012 NONPROFIT ORG. U. S. POSTAGE PAID WALNUT CREEK, 2890 www.arMitchell Drivef.net CA P.O. Box 30215 PERMIT NO. 1235 Walnut Creek, CA 94598

upcoming events

Animals on Broadway Have fun learning about animals! May 20

2012 ARF Summer Camps Celebrities FORE! Grades 1-5 Camp ARF ARF - St. Louis Pooch Pals Feline Friends Vet Camp (Grades 4-5) June 11 Grades 6-8 Vet Camp Pooch Pals Wine & Whiskers Grades 9-12 Junior Dog Trainer Walnut Creek Teen Volunteer Training September 22 Register online at www.arf.net www.arf.net For additional info contact 925.296.3152 or [email protected]

The Scoop Newsletter is published by Tony La Russa’s Animal Rescue Foundation • 2890 Mitchell Drive • Walnut Creek, CA 94598. Your $25 donation includes a complimentary one-year subscription to The Scoop (three issues per year). August 14, 2012 7:23 AM