Tails ‘n Ties Annual Dinner & Benefit Wrap Up Fall Events and Gifts Tails ‘n Ties Annual Dinner & Benefit was held on Sept. 29th at The Cornhusker, A Marriott Hotel. Spay It Forward First Graders Give Capital Humane Society Guests enjoyed musical pieces played by Noteworthy Ensemble during dinner. Greg Ford auctioned Spaghetti and music First graders at Beattie animal themed desserts and a few special items. Winners of this year’s raffle included Leah Harris – a filled Red 9 for the Elementary went as far as ride over Lincoln in a WW 2 bi-plane and Stef Bowers – golf for four at Firethorn Golf Club. Robert A. Spay It Forward emptying out their piggy banks Downey presented information and plans for the new Animal Adoption Center being built on the corner fundraiser this fall. for Capital Humane Society in SHELTER SHARING of 70th and HWY 2. The Wheezetones October. Friends and family of WINTER 2011 performed for over the students also pitched in and The Capital Humane Society wishes to thank the following sponsors, vendors, businesses and individu- 300 attendees during gave to the cause. When it was als for their generosity and support of the Tails ‘n Ties Annual Dinner & Benefit. We could not have all said and done, the students the Sept. 15th event. Nearly $2,400 was raised Mission: To fulfill the promise of animals, the Capital Humane Society done it without you! to help with the Spay/Neuter Clinic at the Capital raised $650 for the shelter. Bob shelters animals, protects animals and teaches compassion and respect. Humane Society and the Spay/Neuter Grant Downey was very pleased to First grade students with a check to be program at Animal Control. make a trip to the school and be presented to Bob Downey. Man’s Best Friend *Lidia’s *Bill Barnett Jock and owner/shelter volunteer Timoree greeted presented a check on behalf of Capital Humane Society Assurity Life Insurance Company *Tricia Branchaud *Laura Coniglio guests as they arrived at Sponsors of the evening included Three Eagles the shelter. Coco Is Happy To Be At Home Again Pinnacle Bank *UNL Athletic Department *Bread & Cup the dinner. 2320 Park Boulevard Communications, The Wheezetones, Red From Robert A. Downey, Executive Director *Children’s Zoo *Vincenzo’s Ristorante Lincoln, NE 68502 9, Budweiser and Nebraska Animal Medical Their efforts were part of a Furry Friends *Empyrean Brewing/Lazlo’s *Alicemarie Adams 402.441.4488 Reuniting a dog with her beloved family is my Center. Capital Humane Society is so grateful challenge through Windstream Union Bank *Zena Neverdahl *Bowling Artworks www.capitalhumanesociety.org Christmas present for 2011 – for me, one of the for the support of this event. You can’t beat a to win $25,000 for Technology at US Bank *Gladys Weidebien *Morgan’s Salon best Christmas presents ever. I want to wish you night of music by the Wheezetones and some Beattie. One of the criteria was *Rachel’s Boutique *Al & Roberta Doeden and your family a wonderful holiday season. pasta to go along with it. to put together special projects Gold Level Sponsors: *Knudsen Law Firm *Nellies Pet Snacks that would benefit the Lincoln Articles In October, tears testified to the joyful reunion Ameritas Life Insurance Corp. *The Coffee House *N Street Liquor community. Beattie first graders First graders meet adoption dog Zoe ToMorrow’s Veterinary Care *Beadwork – April Stevenson *BizCo, Inc. and Bob Downey. of a dog and her family at the shelter. It was a chose to raise money for the new Staff Profile poignant reunion, for circumstances had forced Hampton Enterprises *Harley’s Heating & Air Conditioning *Jamie Gorum Bob informs the guests of the plans for the new Animal Adoption Center. Animal Adoption Center. a separation that fortunately turned out to be a Dr. Sharon Hier-Duffin & Assoc. *Lincoln Vacuum Supply *Advanced Aesthetics Elite Educa- Volunteer Spotlight Physicians for Women *Ellynn’s Bridal tion & Day Spa temporary one. Some time ago, a woman and her A plaque will be put up at our new adoption center, recognizing the Alpha Dog Marketing *Imag…ine Glass *Antelope Creek Veterinary Healthcare Center Does My Pet Need a Sweater? son walked into the shelter with their Chihuahua, Beattie first graders. We hope all of that hard earned money and time *Pat Strnot – Rolling Acres Coco, with their eyes filled with tears. Changes in their living situation forced Tomika spent will win them Windstream’s challenge. It’s such a great feeling to Dog Training 101 Silver Level Sponsors: *A-4 Animal Hospital Contributors to the Raffle: and her family to surrender their dog, a tough decision with no alternatives. know that our young people are making a difference in our community. Bahr Vermeer Haecker-Bob LeZotte *Mindy Shortridge Duncan Aviation Real World Vet Experience Coco had been a happy member of the Williams family for the past six months, Bahr Vermeer Haecker *Jacobson Vet Clinic Firethorn Golf Club The Dog Bowl donated by and her outgoing and loving personality made a strong attachment inevitable. The Becky Veak *Governor Heineman Butterfly Bakery, was one Tails ‘n Ties Annual Dinner feelings were definitely mutual. West Gate Bank *Fanchon’s Nails a La Naturelle A special thanks to the Capital Humane of the many cakes bid on by guests. Furry Friends Wish List Crook’s & Stuff *Fast Frames Society Board of Directors & Spay It Forward But our circumstances change and we pet owners sometimes find ourselves in *West Gate Bank Staff who donated desserts for Wish List difficult situations. Such was the case for Tomika and her family. An increasingly Printing of the Invitations & Programs: *Billy’s Restaurant the live auction. l Bleach l Aspen Bedding for Small Animals tough financial situation forced the Williams to move from place to place, and Tomika A to Z Printing *Floorworks Bob LeZotte had no luck finding a place within their price range that permitted dogs. l l Fresh Flower Centerpieces: Petal Creations *Lincoln Community Playhouse Becky Veak Shoe Boxes Little Critter Food Upcoming Events Auctioneer: Greg Ford, Ford & Ford *Goldworks Kelli Stanley Smith l Aluminum Cans l Shirt Boxes I witnessed Tomika and her son dropping Coco off at the shelter. They were obviously Auctioneers *Mike Forsberg Jon Gross l Collars & Leashes l 9 volt Batteries + Closed for the Holiday very upset, but I could not get over how sad the boy was. My heart went out to them. Noteworthy Ensemble – Julie *La Paz Mexican Fare & Cantina Jeanelle Lust I did not want this to be the end of their story. Dinner Music: l Non-Clumping Cat Litter l Cotton Balls Dec. 25 & Jan. 1 Felzien & Genevieve Randall *Lincoln Running Company April Rimpley Bob thanks board members Jeanelle l Rubber Gloves l Dryer Sheets Three weeks later, our Animal Behaviorist called Tomika to see if her living situation *Sandra Fournier Sherri Wimes Lust, Bob LeZotte & Nancy Mitchell, + 2012 Spring Phonathon Contributors to the Auctions: *Nebraska Brass Orchestra Scott Vyskocil who will be leaving the society after l Cat & Dog Treats l Zip Lock Sandwich bags had changed. As a matter of fact, it had. What Tomika didn’t know was that one of serving two terms on the board of Jan. 30 - Feb. 16 our volunteers had been fostering her dog in hopes of one day returning Coco to *Rent-A-Van *Natalie George Bob Dean directors. l Dish Soap l Purina Dog Food her. *US Bank *Nebraska Jazz Orchestra Nancy Mitchell l Washable Cat Toys l Purina Puppy Chow + Puppy Kindergarten Class *The Dish *Barbara Thomas Ann Ringlein l Hard Rubber Chew Toys l Purina Cat Chow February Our volunteer raced down to the shelter with Coco that day, and Tomika, filled with *Benefit Management *Meier’s Cork & Bottle Alisa Eichorn l l Call for date and time emotion and gratitude, came right down. As soon as Coco laid eyes on Tomika, *Cliff Hollestelle *Scott Colborn Roger Moody Paper Towels Purina Kitten Chow l High Efficiency (HE) Laundry Detergent l Glass Cleaner Coco jumped around with excitement. From all directions, tears flowed as Tomika *YMCA – Camp Kitaki *Lincoln Symphony Orchestra Darcie Ross thanked us again and again, and hugs were exchanged—again and again. *Janna Harsch *Superior Vet Care Robert Downey l Wooden Chewing Blocks l Toilet Bowl Cleaner *Lincoln Saltdogs *Pawsitively Pampered K-9 Grooming Donna Bode l Blankets/Towels l Carpet Samples Our Animal Behaviorist, Randy, describes that day as one of the best days at the *Becky Veak *The Cornhusker Ryan Sailer l Dishwasher Detergent shelter since joining the Capital Humane Society. These kinds of things make the *Lied Lodge & Conference Center Nebraska City *Margaret Medel Butterfly Bakery world go round. Talk about warm fuzzies all day long and a Christmas gift to outlast *The Westin Crown Center *Five Star Carpet & Floor Care Cupcakes & More Guests make decisions on the dessert they the holiday and year. would like to bid on. Board Officers Jon Gross, President Present the coupon below and Raising Cane’s will donate $1 to the Capital Becky Veak, Vice President Does My Pet Need a Sweater? Humane Society from every Combo Meal sold. This offer is valid from November Capital Humane Society Nancy Mitchell, Secretary By Lynn Fry Collins, DVM 1, 2011, through March 31, 2012. Out & About Training Tips on a Well Ryan Sailer, Treasurer Real World Experience Sherri Wimes, Member-at-Large In the past few years clothing for pets has become very popular. The “Paris Hilton Behaved Dog: purse Chihuahua” prompted sales of everything from formal wear to designer Critter Corner For Vet Students sweaters. With a cold Nebraska winter just around the corner it brings up the Time Warner Cable, Ch 13 Dog Training 101 More than a half dozen Directors question…..Does my pet really need a sweater? Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. By Randy Yager, Animal Behavior Specialist Kansas State vet Bill Barnett Thursday, 5:30 p.m. students have come Barb Bettin First of all, a well groomed coat is the best natural insulation that your pet can Dog training is simple, not to be confused with easy. It takes, Saturday, 4:00 p.m. to CHS this year, Robert Dean have, especially in longer coated animals. A healthy hair coat may eliminate the love, patience, time, willingness and perseverance. searching for more Nancy Fuchs need for any winter clothing. Some types of cats may need a little extra “coat.” Sunday, 7:30 p.m. hands on experience The two main components to dog training are consistency Bob LeZotte Most cats will not tolerate a sweater, nor need one. The hairless, or extremely with our animals. and timing. First let’s talk about consistency. Consistency is Jeanelle Lust short-haired breeds, like a sphinx or rex really need a sweater or at least a blanket The majority of these Roger Moody to bury in during the winter even when kept indoors. With a little patience, they will Lincoln Journal Star an absolute must. It is not fair to the dog, nor should we students have done expect the dog to learn if we are changing the rules all the Seanna Sumalee Oakley adjust to wearing a sweater and learn to love it. Pet of the Week - Friday one week externships in April Rimpley time. For example; what if they changed the speed limit on order to graduate. Ann Ringlein Most large dogs do not need winter wear unless the weather is extremely frigid. the street we take to work every day and didn’t post the Darcie Ross One exception is greyhounds and whippets. They naturally have low body fat; Neighborhood Extra change? See what I mean. The students have Kelli Stanley Smith therefore, little insulation. A sweater will keep them comfortable when going been a great short term Michelle Mazur Scott Vyskocil 1st Saturday of the month I never give the dog a command unless I am willing, and outdoors. Small breed dogs will frequently benefit from wearing a sweater or coat. addition to our vet staff. Volunteer Spotlight: Our Volunteers prepared to follow through with the appropriate correction They have helped in the vet clinic with various tasks. Some The toy breeds (Chihuahuas, Maltese, Yorkies, etc.) are especially susceptible to make it happen the first time I give it. I never repeat a to the cold. Very old, young or debilitated dogs of any breed will be grateful for a KOLN-TV 10/11 of the procedures they assisted with were physical exams, Make the Impossible Possible command. Note, I said command, not request. I never ask vaccinations, microchipping, deworming, heartworm testing Administrative Staff sweater when the temperatures dip. Monday, 6:20 a.m. my dog to do anything. I tell my dog what to do. I love my Robert Downey By Alisa Eichorn, Director of Education & Volunteers and feline leukemia/FIV testing, among other things. In the dog! But I am Master, and dog is dog, and the sooner we surgery suite, students assisted with and performed spay Executive Director These suggestions are directed toward pets that spend most of their time indoors. Thursday, 12:20 p.m. Our volunteers save us day in and day out. They might not feel like they do, but make that clear the better. Secondly, you’ll notice I give the and neuter surgeries, under the guidance of the shelter vets. However, we all know that many pets live outdoors and do fine as long as they have they do. I found it hard to feature a particular volunteer in this newsletter because command once. If I’m constantly repeating my commands Pat Williams warm shelter, food and water. These animals are acclimated to their environment without enforcing them, why should the dog do it the first Director of Operations all of them have done so much for us. I can’t even begin to choose ONE volunteer. KLKN-TV 8 Michelle Mazur was one of the students who completed her and only suffer from extreme cold. time, or second, or perhaps at all? externship with us. Every Wednesday, 11:50 a.m. The shelter has had a couple of really tough weeks this fall. Two weeks come to Donna Bode Of course there is a concern that pets will get too warm when wearing outerwear. In a nutshell, I give the dog a command once, enforce it, Director of Development mind in particular when we had at least four events each week, some weeks with “The Capital Humane Society was a great chance for me Excessive panting and thirst may indicate your pet is too hot. So if it sounds and reward the dog. The dog learns that there is no choice, and Fundraising two or three in one day. I could only shake my head and hope for the best. Little KZUM 89.3 AM to see the intimate workings of a shelter. I am certainly like your pet might benefit from some type of winter wear, maybe you can find a did I know that volunteers would fill those events and activities in no time at all. it must do it, and the quicker it does it, the quicker it gets glad that my veterinary career took me through Lincoln to matching sweater for you! Saturday, 10:15 a.m. its reward. And this will become a habit that the dog will Alisa Eichorn Our volunteers have disproved my doubts more than a few times. volunteer at the shelter,” says Michelle. Director of Education/Volunteers continue throughout training. One thing that I’ve learned from this job is that all you have to do is ASK our KLIN 1400 AM Our team of vets and technicians has done a tremendous The importance of timing; dogs live in the moment, perhaps job of educating the students in helping prepare them for Lindsay Wallasky volunteers. Someone is always there to pick up the pieces. There are some days something we humans should try more often. The timing of the future. Administrative Assistant when I don’t know where we’d be without our volunteers. Thursday, 6:45 am Staff Profile: Parker Harbaugh our corrections, as well as our praise and reward is crucial, and sometimes there are only moments between the It is with much heart that I thank those volunteers who have contributed to the Parker Harbaugh has spent his entire life around KFOR 1240 AM correction and the reward. Office & Kennel Staff animals. With his mother being local veterinarian, Kathy Kirk Nelson memorial kennel. This kennel will be constructed at our new adoption Tuesday, 6:50 a.m. Calvert, Parker spent many years starting his day at the center in memory of my late brother Kirk. While I solicited my friends and family to Let’s use a common problem as an example; dog jumping Planned Giving today will The Capital Humane Mitch Bruder Thursday, 8:45 a.m. Lisa Clover clinic before the school day began. Through junior donate to Kirk’s kennel, I did not solicit our volunteers because they do so much up on you. In this case the correction should come as the help the animals of Capital Society is a member of Kim Collins high, high school and beyond, it was not uncommon for for us already. I wasn’t about to ask them for something else. dog is jumping up, a firm NO, as well as a leash correction, Humane Society tomorrow! Community Services April Cruse Parker to be working at the clinic. So it was a natural KFRX 106.3 or perhaps a knee. Now, just a moment later as the dog is To ensure that your gift Fund. Designate your Lynette Hansen fit for Parker when a position became available at the A very special volunteer named Carrie Didrichsons found out about Kirk’s kennel. sitting in front of you, it should get praise and a reward. will go to the Capital payroll deduction to help Parker Harbaugh shelter in April 2010. She took it upon herself to reach out to other volunteers and ask them to donate Thursday, 9 a.m. Humane Society, please the shelter animals. Erica Harker to this effort. Much to my surprise, the shelter has received several checks in the If I am consistent with this, the dog will learn to avoid the speak to your attorney or Marty Heidbrink Parker enjoys his daily routine of assisting the shelter mail over the past couple of months to go towards Kirk’s kennel. One of the checks www.FROGGY 981.com negative consequences of jumping up, and instead, try to do financial planner. Use the Jamie Jacobsen vet staff with health exams and on occasion with surgery was for $500. I am overjoyed, humbled, emotional and astonished to say the least. the behavior that will result in positive consequences. shelter’s formal name in all Matt Madcharo Parker Harbaugh preps. Two years of pre-vet studies has given Parker a I have always truly admired our volunteers and everything they do for us, but in Click on Pics/Videos to documents: In closing, RELAX, dog training is a joy, not a burden. Done Chrissy Mattox good basis for working at the shelter. He can’t see himself this particular instance . . .the words fail me. find Frogs for Dogs properly it is fun, and will increase the bond between you, Jessica Novak doing anything other than working with animals. Capital Humane Society, Inc. and your furry friend. Lindsey Wilson It is such an honor to work with all of our volunteers. They are truly a gift to A Nebraska Not for Profit Bethani Salizar In his free time, Parker brews his own beer, works on home improvement projects our animals and our organization. They are more than just volunteers. They Happy Training! Organization Lisa Saltz and watches his favorite football teams, the Huskers and Detroit Lions. He also are friends of the shelter. From all of us at Capital Humane Society, we want to 2320 Park Boulevard, Vicki Sundquist cares for three lizards named Charizard, Grizzly Bear and Godzilla (adopted from thank our volunteers for stepping up and giving so much of themselves for a few Web Site Lincoln, NE 68502 Randy Yager CHS) and his Irish Terrier named Waffles, also adopted from the shelter. precious licks and wags in return. www.capitalhumanesociety.org