animal humane society magazine | spring/summer 2011 animal tracks
Animal Humane Society is the largest animal welfare organization in the Upper Midwest dedicated to engaging and serving local and regional communities of people and animals. Our mission is to engage the hearts, hands and minds of the community to help animals.
Through comprehensive programs and services, Animal Humane Society provides resources that compassionately serve all the stages of an animal’s life.
As a private non-profit organization, we receive no federal, state or government funding and rely totally on private donations, merchandise sales and adoption fees. Taking their
Animal Tracks Spring/Summer 2011 work home Circulation 60,000 AHS staff and their pets Writers Carrie Libera & Tracie Jacobson
Editors Laurie Brickley & Tracie Jacobson
Designer Janna Netland Lover also inside: Local Design Group Photography Miroslavich Photography The best medicine is Laurie Schneider Photography unconditional love Animal Tracks is published in March and October.
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Animal Humane Society is the largest p. animal welfare organization in the 20 Upper Midwest dedicated to engaging on the cover: and serving local and regional communities of people and animals. Taking their work home Our mission is to engage the hearts, AHS staff know from hands and minds of the community to personal experience that help animals. every pet has a story. Through comprehensive programs and services, Animal Humane Society provides resources that compassionately serve all the stages of an animal’s life. petcetera p. As a private non-profit organization, 6 we receive no federal, state or government funding and rely totally A new, faster way for animals on private donations, merchandise to go home for good. sales and adoption fees. Feline adoptions are the cat’s meow.
Humane agents come to the rescue. Puppy mill legislation p. Animal Tracks introduced. 14 Spring/Summer 2011 The best medicine is Circulation 60,000 unconditional love
Writers Therapy animals provide some Carrie Libera & Tracie Jacobson much-needed treatments.
Editors 3 Laurie Brickley & Tracie Jacobson A message from Janelle Dixon
Designer Janna Netland Lover 4 Local Design Group Locations, hours and services
Photography 25 Miroslavich Photography Laurie Schneider Photography Memorials, tributes and honorariums
Animal Tracks is published 30 in March and October. Calendar of events
2 • Animal Tracks Spring/Summer 2011 www.animalhumanesociety.org a message from Janelle Dixon
At Animal Humane Society we have board of been living and breathing our Bound for Home initiative for the past 24 months. Through this process, we’ve focused directors on new and different ways in which we can help the animals in our com- Cyndi Lesher, Chair Carolyn Smith, Vice Chair munity. Realizing we cannot do this Jeff Ament, Treasurer work alone, we have worked to engage Boyd Ratchye, Secretary people in the community to be a part Scott Aebischer of the solution to the challenges facing Barb Colombo animals. Lisa Goodman Dean Hedstrom Since March 2009 when we Tom Hoch launched our Bound for Home plans, Don Jacobsen we’ve been gradually transforming our programs and service delivery. We Sheila Kennedy James Lane have focused our efforts on how we can reduce the numbers of animals com- Linda Lee ing to us with programs that assist pet owners, while increasing the numbers Lia Melrose Teresa Morrow of animals being adopted in the community and reducing the number of ani- Dr. Ned Patterson, DVM mals that are euthanized. Our goal has been to not only provide better services Nic Pifer for the animals, but to create understandings with people about alternatives Wayne Popham Damon Schramm to surrender, the scope of pet homelessness and the reality of outcomes for Kristi Skordahl animals who are displaced from their homes. Janelle Dixon, CEO/President One of the biggest changes was implemented in January of this year — we changed the way in which we accept animals from the community to a sur- Animal Humane Society is a render by appointment process. The appointment process provides us with member of the National Federation more detailed information about an animal so that we can do our very best to of Humane Societies and Pets ensure the animal’s best and quickest placement. Across America, a consortium of Reducing the length of stay for animals in our care and moving them humane organizations throughout quickly to a new home has always been a focus for the AHS staff, but this past the country that raise funds to care January we witnessed such an amazing change: felines moved through our for animals in local shelters. shelters to their new homes at an average of 10 days, compared to 40 days just 12 months ago! This outcome is historic for our organization and has meant Animal Humane Society is a more cats now have life-saving opportunities at Animal Humane Society. founding member of Minnesota Partnership for Animal Welfare These positive trends continue to inspire us. In 2010, while we saw a 2.5% (MnPAW) and the Minnesota Horse increase in the number of animals that came to us, we saw our placements for Welfare Coalition. animals increase by 9%. In the past two years we have decreased the rate of euthanasia by 14%. As we continue to implement our modifications, we can see the impact of these changes resulting in more positive outcomes for animals. We’ve begun to see the realization of what we have planned and envisioned for animals and our community as a whole. We thank you for your support as our changes have taken place. I so ap- preciate the ongoing trust you place in our organization to do the right thing for animals. Animal Humane Society has been and continues to be an open- admission, temporary safe haven for all animals in need of help regardless of their situation. In April, join us for the Walk for Animals and show your support for the animals we love in our lives and the ones that continue to need all of our help.
—Janelle Dixon, CEO/President
© ANP - Fotolia.com www.animalhumanesociety.org Spring/Summer 2011 Animal Tracks • 3 locations Buffalo 4375 Hwy. 55 S.E. • Buffalo, MN 55313 (763) 390-3647 Pet adoption and surrender, memorial garden, microchip and nail clinics, pet loss services, retail area, shelter tours, youth programs Coon Rapids contact 1411 Main St. N.W. • Coon Rapids, MN 55448 (763) 862-4030 Pet adoption and surrender, dog training, mi- crochip and nail clinics, pet loss services, retail area, shelter tours, youth programs Golden Valley 845 Meadow Ln. N. • Golden Valley, MN 55422 (763) 522-4325 Pet adoption and surrender, dog training and playgroups, microchip and nail clinics, pet Main number boarding, retail area, shelter tours, wildlife (763) 522-4325 rescue, youth programs © biglama - Fotolia.com St. Paul www.animalhumanesociety.org 1115 Beulah Ln. • St. Paul, MN 55108 (651) 645-7387 Pet adoption and surrender, microchip and nail clinics, pet loss services, retail area, shel- ter tours, youth programs our services
Woodbury Adoption Pet food and supplies 9785 Hudson Rd. • Woodbury, MN 55125 Let an animal choose you! Cats, Purina One dog and cat food and treats (651) 730-6008 dogs, rabbits, birds, ferrets, guinea as well as Tidy Cat litter, collars, leashes, Pet adoption and surrender, dog training, pigs and small critters are avail- toys and grooming supplies are available microchip and nail clinics, pet loss services, able for adoption at our five locations. at our five Adoption Centers. View the animals available today at shelter tours, retail area, youth programs Humane investigations www.animalhumanesociety.org Our humane agents work with law Now Boarding Surrender by appointment enforcement and respond to thou- 6002 28th Ave. S. • Minneapolis, MN 55450 No animal is ever turned away at any of sands of reports of animal ne- (612) 454-4850 • www.nowboardingpets.com our five open admission locations where glect and cruelty each year. Visit Pet boarding and doggy day care, grooming we provide safe refuge for thousands of www.animalhumanesociety.org/ and dog training animals each year. Appointments are prevention for more information. available to surrender an animal. Call Youth programs (763) 412-4969 or visit From Unleashed Summer Camp to PetSet www.animalhumanesociety.org/surrender hours Youth Club and our extensive programs Pet boarding in the classrooms, there’s a lot for kids Adoption Center We offer two options for pet board- to do at AHS. Call (763) 489-2220 or visit Monday through Friday: 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. ing. There’s Animal House at AHS in www.animalhumanesociety.org/youth Saturday and Sunday : 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Golden Valley (763) 489-2222 and Now Microchip and nail clinics Boarding near the Minneapolis St. Microchip and nail trim clinics are offered Incoming Animals Paul Airport (612) 454-4850 or visit at our locations. Check the calendar in Surrender by Appointment www.animalhumanesociety.org/boarding this magazine for specific times. Please call for an appointment to Dog training surrender an animal. Birthday parties We speak fluent animal. More than 40 Monday - Friday 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Have your birthday party at an AHS loca- classes are offered weekly at our Coon Saturday & Sunday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. tion and invite up to 15 guests. Call (763) Rapids, Golden Valley, Woodbury and 489-2220 for more information. Now Boarding locations. Check out The Animal Humane Society is closed www.animalhumanesociety.org/training Easter, Memorial Day, July 4 and Labor or call (763) 489-2217. Day. 4 • Animal Tracks Spring/Summer 2011 www.animalhumanesociety.org Wildlife rehabilitation Tours Injured and orphaned wildlife are ac- Tours of our facilities are available to cepted at our Golden Valley location. For students or other groups by appointment. Animal Humane Society information call (763) 489-2223 or visit Maximum group size is determined by www.animalhumanesociety.org/ location. Our Golden Valley location also thanks Purina ONE for wildliferescue offers evening volunteer-led tours on the its ongoing support first and third Wednesday of the month by Lost and found pets appointment. To schedule a tour at any of We offer a Lost and Found Online our locations call (763) 489-2220. Bulletin Board for you to post miss- ing or found pets. Also, review stray Pet loss animals in our care at our facilities at Humane euthanasia and cremation ser- www.animalhumanesociety.org/ vices are offered. Call (763) 489-2203 or lostandfound visit www.animalhumanesociety.org/ services/lossofpet Pet loss support Behavior helpline groups are offered on Monday evenings at Have a question regarding your pet? Call 7 p.m. in Golden Valley. our helpline at (763) 489-2202. Memorial garden Online behavior library Visit the peaceful perennial garden at our Visit our online library for help Buffalo location where past pets are hon- with pet training and behavior. ored with memorial plaques throughout www.animalhumanesociety.org/ theDelicious garden. Flickr Twitter Retweet training/library Therapy animals Animal Ambassadors, AHS’s animal- Like us on Facebook: Purina ONE feeds all assisted therapy teams, visit hospitals, facebook.com/animalhumanesociety schools and nursing homes. For more of Animal Humane Facebook information call (763) 489-2220. Follow us on Twitter:MySpace StumbleUpon Digg twitter.com/Animal_HumaneMN Society’s cats, dogs, kittens and puppies. Delicious Flickr Twitter Retweet
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A new day for animals
With intake by appointment, animals reach their forever homes in record time
or too long animals that came to the shelter difficult for him. Fortu- FAnimal Humane Society had to nately, because we were able to learn wait their turn behind the scenes to a great deal about Champ during the be placed in our adoption centers. appointment with his owner, we were With the best of intentions, the able to place him in the adoption cen- unfortunate result was that many ter right away. Just four hours later animals had to wait for others that he was leaving the shelter — and the needed more care and time than they chance of an allergic reaction due to did before being placed. This created the cats in our care — and heading undue stress and illness in our shel- home with his new family. Champ spent a grand total of four hours at ters that affected all of the animals. the shelter. Read more about Champ’s new Opening our Animal Admissions life and that of so many other com- Center and starting our Surrender chocolate Labrador retriever who was panion animals whose lives changed by Appointment process in January surrendered because his owners were for the better because of our new has changed that and we’re proud to moving. During his intake appoint- surrender by appointment process at share with you the new day it has cre- ment at our Woodbury shelter we www.animalhumanesociety.org/ ated for animals. learned that he had severe allergies newday. One new day was Champ’s, a to cats that would make a long stay in
Feline companions in a home near you
Cat adoption initiative results in increased feline placements over the last few months
ecently, a lot has changed for cats in our community. For Ryears, Animal Humane Society has been sharing with you the ever-increasing number of companion cats in need of homes each year. We have reached out to the community © Marcin Sadlowski - Fotolia.com requesting their help to provide these pets with homes. Last September, when we reduced the adoption fee for adult cats to $50, we were delighted at the community’s response. Feline adoptions have increased by 25% for adult cats and the average length of stay for a cat at our shelters is now two-thirds of what it had been for years. This reduction in an animal’s length of stay and increase in adoption contributed to an 8% reduction in the rate of euthanasia for all companion animals in our shelters in 2010. Historically, we have taken in more than 20,000 felines at our five shelters each year. It’s too soon to tell what this spring and summer will bring, but we will continue our work to make a difference and hope that the community will con- tinue to support our efforts. Together, we can continue to reduce animal homelessness. Feline adoptions are up 25%— a trend we hope will continue!
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Nearly 100 animals rescued
Humane investigations lead to companion-animal rescues
ince mid-December Animal Hu- In 2010, Animal Humane Society Humane Agents Keith Smane Society has rescued nearly Streff and Wade Hanson helped more than 6,000 animals 100 dogs from neglect and cruelty situations. throughout Minnesota. Learn more about their work and In mid-December, 71 dogs and the effort to keep all Minnesota animals healthy and safe at puppies were taken from an Aitkin, www.animalhumanesociety.org/prevention. Minn. home after our humane agents were called in by the Aitkin County untarily surrendered into our care One of the new dogs’ families re- Sheriff’s Office regarding animals and 63 have been adopted into new flects on their new family member: living in cramped kennels and foul homes and 14 were transferred to hen we met her at Animal Hu- conditions. rescue partners for placement. Of the “Wmane Society she didn’t respond In late January, our agents re- remaining dogs, 18 were euthanized to the usual coos and kiss noises one moved 28 dogs from a Minneapolis-St. for severe health or behavior issues, expects a dog to respond to. She grew up Paul metro residence after they were two others passed away in shelter and in a cage; she wasn’t housebroken, but found to be severely underweight and two are still currently receiving care we had love to give and surely this little competing for food. in Golden Valley. girl was ready to receive some. Dogs from both cases were vol- It took two days. Just like that she be- came an integral part of our family. In two For more information on how you can make Minnesota days, she was housebroken, coming when a more humane place for animals, please visit called, and sitting pretty for her treats. In just two days, our other two dogs had www.animalhumanesociety.org/prevention. warmed up to her. One month later, it’s already impos- sible to imagine life without her. We take her in our arms and tell her, “We will always keep you safe and warm.” She, in turn, barks at passersby. We tell her, “You’re too little to protect us, but we love that you want to.” We thank the world every day for the fate that brought her to us, and Animal Humane Society for keeping our girl safe and warm, giving us the opportunity to know all this wonderful love. We named her Goo.” —Sally, new owner of a miniature poodle/pinscher mix from Aitkin
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Small comforts
Consider therapy animal training with your small animal
ets bring a smile to our faces. PShare the love your pet gives with those who need it most by becoming a certified animal therapy team. Ther- apy work traditionally uses dogs, but Not your typical summer camp there are a number of facilities and programs in the Twin Cities seeking “Unleashed” offers new adventures for kids in grades 3-12 small critters to come and visit. In fact, cats, rabbits and guinea pigs are nimal Humane Society’s Un- camp. Not only did they have a lot in high demand at nursing homes, Aleashed Summer Camp is a place of fun, but they also learned some senior centers, schools, hospitals and for kids to get away and immerse valuable teaching tools and gained other places where therapy animals in the incredible world of animals. confidence with themselves in the help make a difference in people’s This week-long adventure is never- process.” lives. ending fun with a new adventure for Camp sessions are available at all To learn more about how you can kids every day. One day they may be five AHS locations for campers enter- become a small animal therapy team meeting shelter animals and making ing grades 3–12. Space is limited, and with your small pet, attend one of our toys for them, the next they may be many sessions fill up quickly. Reg- free Introduction to Therapy Animals taking field trips to learn about urban istration is already underway so be sessions. Training classes are offered wildlife or zoo animals. sure to guarantee your child’s space several times a year for therapy cats This is what one parent had to say: at Unleashed — where “acting like an and therapy rabbits and guinea pigs. “I was impressed that they gave the animal” is a good thing! For more information, please call kids the responsibility of expressing www.animalhumanesociety.org/ (763) 489-2220 or email education@ what they had learned during the unleashed animalhumanesociety.org parent tour portion at the end of the Opening soon: Sit. Stay. Shop.
Online shopping just got more meaningful
ake pride in your support of Animal Humane Society by shopping at Sit. TStay. Shop. Our new online store will open this spring with clothing and accessories to show the world you’re a pet lovin’ friend of Animal Humane Society. Sign up to be notified when the e-store is open! www.animalhumanesociety.org/shop
8 • Animal Tracks Spring/Summer 2011 www.animalhumanesociety.org petcetera Community support leads to the start of low-cost spay/neuter service at AHS
The mobile unit hits the road in May 2011, but support still needed for community clinic
roviding a low-cost, high quality services will be provided in a new We are very excited about what this Pspay/neuter service is the next mobile service unit that will travel means for the people and animals we big step Animal Humane Society is to locations throughout the Twin serve. It will provide much-needed taking toward ending animal home- Cities where we have documented a care to animals who would not oth- lessness in our communities. We are high volume of unwanted litters and erwise receive it and further reduce thrilled to announce that this service stray animals. Funding to launch the animal homelessness and euthanasia will soon be offered to individuals mobile service was provided through in our communities by reducing the and families of limited means in the a generous matching challenge from number of unwanted litters born Twin Cities. Starting in May, steriliza- the Huss Family Foundation that was every year. tion services will be available through met by attendees at our Fall Wine You can help us make this giant a partnership with AHS and Dr. Dinner. The second phase includes leap toward a better future for ani- Meghann Kruck, a local, private prac- opening an on-site community clinic mals by pledging your support for the tice veterinarian. AHS will fund the at our Golden Valley facility, but ad- Bound for Home initiative today. To program while Dr. Kruck will provide ditional funding is still needed before learn more, contact Donor Relations veterinary services. we can break ground. at (763) 432-4525 or giving@animalhu- This new service will be launched Our ultimate goal is to provide an manesociety.org. in two phases. Beginning in May, additional 25,000 surgeries annually.
Fewer than 20 states don’t have puppy mill legislation; Minnesota is one of them
Support legislation to regulate the breeding industry
or all of us who love animals it’s abuse and neglect before it starts. Fhard to imagine any animal suf- Sadly, these animals often come into fering. But for many cats and dogs our shelters malnourished, ill and bred in inhumane commercial dog unsocialized. and cat breeding facilities (better The Dog and Cat Breeder Regulation known as puppy mills) in Minnesota, Bill (S.F. 462/H.F. 702) was recently that is precisely what is happening. introduced at the Minnesota State Leg- Minnesota is among the top islature by Senator Barb Goodwin and producers of puppies in the nation — Representative John Lesch. AHS and We ask you to do the same. Your with some breeding kennels housing a coalition of animal organizations support of AHS has helped us to res- 300, 600, or more than 1,000 dogs, including Animal Folks MN, A Rotta cue dogs and cats from some of these some in deplorable, inhumane condi- Love Plus, the Minnesota Animal Con- inhumane breeding facilities. Now, tions. Kittens are also mass-produced trol Association, Minnesota Humane we need your voice for the countless in Minnesota. Society, Minnesota Voters for Animal animals still suffering. Minnesota’s Currently, Minnesota has no state Protection, Minnkota Persian Rescue, companion animals deserve better. laws to license, inspect or regulate Pet Haven of Minnesota, Prairie Edge Please speak up by contacting your the dog and cat breeding industry. Humane Society, Retrieve A Golden state senator and state representative This lack of oversight does not allow of Minnesota, Second Chance Animal in support of S.F. 462/H.F. 702. law enforcement or Animal Humane Rescue and Tri-County Humane Society For more information visit www. Society humane agents to stop the strongly support this bill. animalhumanesociety.org/puppymill.
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why i © Eric Isselée - Fotolia.com ... he Walk for “TAnimals will be walking in is a fun-filled “Imy sixth Walk for morning each Animals. And I do it year for my because of all those great family. We love all pets that need good homes of our animals, and loving families. That’s from our two dogs why I bring my family to to the bearded this important event every dragon named year.” Kiwi. Animals — Tom Butler, bring happiness to our family and we love them. We FOX 9 Morning News want all animals to be loved.”
— Lee Valsvik, Cities 97 Morning Show walk because I want to “Ihelp in any way I can to “Pets always walk in improve animals’ lives. They “Ihonor are helpless — they can’t tell seem to make of my us when they are in pain or it better with poodle, in need. I can do my part by Phoebe, raising money and walking a tail wag or a who in their honor. I love how a passed person can be having the worst sloppy kiss...” away June day, but pets always seem to
—Jennifer Andersen 30, 2008, of Addison’s disease. Because of Phoebe, I make it better with a tail wag became a volunteer at the Woodbury shelter. Each or a sloppy kiss on the face week that I am there, I see the love the staff and because they are excited to see other volunteers give the animals and I know the their owner is home.” Walk is for a wonderful cause.” — Jennifer Andersen — Laura Barnum
y family’s been blessed for nearly 13 years Mby our bulldog Mel’s presence in our “lives. When I think back over the years, I can’t imagine our crazy life without him. My family walks each year to show support for AHS’s efforts to spread that same pet-lovin’ joy.”
— Keith Marler, FOX 9 Morning News
To view video of the Walk for Animals, visit www.animalhumanesociety.org/walk
12 • Animal Tracks Spring/Summer 2011 www.animalhumanesociety.org ’m in love with my three- “Iyear-old miniature pinscher named King. He’s a part of our family and he gives back love and affection every day to make our world even brighter. Every person should experience ... the love of an animal. april 30th Animals deserve the best care GOLDEN VALLEY, MN and attention from their owners. That’s why I’m a part of the Walk for Animals.”
— Dawn Stevens, FOX 9 Morning News “It’s an awesome experience to be around so many people who care so much about animals.”
—Kristen Reithmeier
tanley was Sadopted about “ four years ago from the Animal © biglama - Fotolia.com Humane Society rescued my dogs, Sai and Jack, in Golden Valley. participate in the Walk for “Ifrom the streets of India. I walk to He’s still adapting to the idea “IAnimals because it brings raise awareness for homeless animals of having our dog, Paxton, awareness to the fact that there are all over the world. I walk because I around and I’m not sure if he so many pets out there in need of lots believe our pets need a voice. My dogs will ever forgive me. I adopted of love! It makes me feel good to know look at me with those loving eyes and Paxton about a year and a half the money raised will help those I know if they could talk they would ago. They are pure joy, and pets be cared for while in transition first say “thank you” and then say absolute chaos!” to their new homes. It’s also an “can I please have a treat?” I know awesome experience to be around so — Alix Kendall, my dogs are happy to be alive and to FOX 9 Morning News many people who care so much about be citizens of the U.S. They are why I animals!” walk for the animals.” — Kristen Reithmeier — Jess Elias
hey can woof and meow and squawk and Tcommunicate for sure, but they really “can’t speak for themselves and their needs. That’s why I support the Animal Humane Society and the Walk for Animals.”
— Brian “B.T” Turner, Cities 97 Morning Show
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The best medicine is unconditional
loveBy Carrie Libera
fter being at home for a few days, three-year-old Dania arrived at Southside Family Nurturing Center a(SSFNC) where she attends preschool. She began to cry when she and her sister Destiny went to their separate classrooms. But the tears stopped and her mood quickly changed when she caught a glimpse of Duke’s soft auburn fur, soulful brown eyes, and ear-to-ear grin as he entered the school. The golden retriever is a therapy dog and just moments into his visit, he already succeeded in brightening the little girl’s day.
Duke and his owner, Mindy Jensen, to provide comfort, enrichment and are a therapy team with Animal Hu- learning opportunities to the people mane Society’s Animal Ambassadors who need it most. “Visiting with peo- program. Volunteers are trained with ple and watching the joy in their eyes their pets to provide animal-assisted as they interact with Duke is amaz- therapy and activities to people ing,” says Mindy. “It’s very rewarding throughout the Twin Cities metro for me and for Duke as well.” area. They visit schools, nursing For more than a year, Duke and homes, hospitals, and other facilities Mindy have been visiting kids at
www.animalhumanesociety.org Spring/Summer 2011 Animal Tracks • 15 “We have kids who don’t smile all day Mindy and Duke’s visits are a and they just light up when highly anticipated event at SSFNC. The kids can’t wait to see Duke, each they see Duke. He allows them spending about 10 minutes with him in groups of two. They give him hugs, to relax and just be kids.” brush his fur, and practice counting as they feed him treats from a toy —Betsy Born, shovel. The 80-pound dog is gentle preschool teacher and family worker at SSFNC with the kids and he doesn’t even flinch when they pull on his ears SSFNC. The organization provides or accidently step on his tail. He is therapeutic classes for toddler and trained to immediately lie down as preschool aged children who come kids enter the room and wait for from families living in moderate to them to approach him — something severe poverty and dealing with ad- Duke practices outside the classroom ditional issues such as mental illness, as well. “When Duke and I are on a homelessness, domestic violence and walk, he’ll naturally lie down when chemical dependency. “A lot of the kids walk by. Sometimes I have to ask kids have experienced some type of the kids to pet him so we can con- trauma in the home, so this is such tinue our walk. He won’t get up until a positive experience for them,” says they do, that’s his job,” says Mindy. Betsy Born, preschool teacher and There are certain characteris- family worker at SSFNC. “We have tics that make a good candidate for kids who don’t smile all day and they animal therapy work, including a just light up when they see Duke. He love for people, confidence around allows them to relax and just be kids.” new stimuli, and a friendly, calm
16 • Animal Tracks Spring/Summer 2011 www.animalhumanesociety.org demeanor around all ages, genders, and joining Animal Ambassadors,” working with therapy animals for and personality types. While it is says Patti Anderson who teaches seven years — first with rabbits and often assumed that therapy animals therapy animal training classes at now with her cat, Molly May. As an are always dogs, domestic animals AHS. Besides classes for dogs, AHS of- Animal Ambassadors therapy team, of almost any kind can be therapy fers therapy training classes for cats, Carol and Molly May visit residents animals, including cats, guinea pigs, rabbits and guinea pigs. at Catholic Eldercare a few times each rabbits, horses, chickens and more. Carol Pawlicki has seen firsthand month. Molly May’s peaceful demean- “We’d love to see a greater variety of just how effective other types of ther- or and soft touch is both entertain- animals registered as therapy teams apy animals can be. Carol has been ing and relaxing for the residents,
Become an Optional: Complete R.E.A.D. training R.E.A.D. (Reading Education Assis- Animal tance Dogs) training workshops are offered at AHS approximately every eight weeks. These four-hour work- Ambassador shops equip the volunteer to partici- pate with their animal (not just dogs) Apply to become an Animal in reading sessions with children at Humane Society volunteer schools, libraries, and other loca- Therapy teams interested in tions. R.E.A.D. animals must be regis- joining the group must com- tered therapy animals. plete an application process and be approved as AHS volun- Know more about teers. To learn more about the animal-assisted therapy volunteer application process Join us for an upcoming Intro to go to www.animalhumanesoci- Therapy Animals Class. You’ll learn ety.org/volunteer. what makes a good therapy animal, what kind of training is required Train for therapy work to get started, and what you can do Dogs must have their Canine Good Citizen certificate and complete a therapy with your therapy skills once you’ve dog training program. Cats, rabbits, and other small animals must complete a become a registered animal therapy four-week training program offered by the AHS Training School. Call (763) 489- team. This one-hour program is free, 2217 for more information. but registration is required. Call the Education department at (763) 489- Become a registered therapy team 2220 for more information. Upon completing the appropriate training program, teams must pass an evalu- ation exam and become registered with the Delta Society. Registration dem- onstrates that you have the necessary handling and visiting skills for therapy work, and that your pet has the training and temperament to be safe and Upcoming Intro to comfortable in a therapy visiting environment. Registration also provides you Therapy Animals classes: with liability insurance coverage in case of an incident during a visit. April 20, Golden Valley, 7–8 p.m. May 11, St. Paul, 7–8 p.m. Agree to be an active member of the Animal Ambassadors July 13, Golden Valley, 7–8 p.m. New members of the Animal Ambassadors must shadow a current member dur- September 11, Coon Rapids, 3–4 p.m. ing a therapy visit. They must also commit to a regular schedule of volunteer- November 10, Woodbury, 7–8 p.m. ing and to attending at least three group meetings each year.
www.animalhumanesociety.org Spring/Summer 2011 Animal Tracks • 17 “We are a team and we both put our hearts into every single visit.”
—Carol Pawlicki, Animal Ambassador with her cat, Molly May
some of whom have Alzheimer’s or dementia. “Sometimes the residents have bad days and don’t want to be touched by people, but you set an ani- mal in their lap and they just come alive. It’s really a magical moment when you see them connect,” says Kathy Bulicz, animal assisted therapy coordinator at Catholic Eldercare. Molly May’s needs are simple — a lap to sit on, some gentle petting and are in wheelchairs, but that doesn’t There is no doubt that animals friendly attention is all she requires. stop them from interacting with her. can have a powerful affect on people. Some of the residents talk to Molly Carol puts a small fleece blanket on The excitement in a child’s face when May while others sing to her, and yet their lap and that’s right where Molly Duke trots into the room or the joy others are content to just have her May sits. “When she’s on her blanket, Molly May brings by snuggling in on quiet company. Many of the residents she knows she’s working. She knows a welcoming lap is a true testament what to do and loves doing it,” says of what animals can do for people Carol. Their visits are equally simply by being there. The Animal rewarding for her as well. Ambassadors program gives therapy “You put as much into teams the opportunity to experience it as the animal how the calm presence, non-judgmen- does. We are a tal company and unconditional love team and we of an animal benefit the people they both put our connect with. hearts into every single Carrie Libera is on the staff at Animal Humane Society. She and her husband, Jason Melillo, visit.” recently adopted Foxy, a shepherd mix from Animal Humane Society.
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The deal was sealed when the tiny three-month-old, blue-nose pitty crawled into my lap and started licking my face. I don’t know if it was the way Blue Bear’s tiny body fit in my arms or that I am a sucker for puppy kisses, but it was probably a little of both. Truthfully, the deal had started long before. As a humane educator I had been studying and teaching about myths and perceptions surrounding breeds such as the pit bull. My heart had been slowly gravitating toward the misunderstood breed as I discovered the need for exceptional owners to help turn their reputation around. When I took the little guy home, I had no idea what I was in for. My family was a little nervous when they heard I was coming home with a pit bull. But after that first night, they were as in love as I was. Don’t get me wrong, Blue Bear was a typical puppy. He went through all the phases: mouthing, furniture chewing, potty training. If it wasn’t for the gentle guidance of Animal Humane Society’s training and behavior specialists, I would have returned the fast growing ball of energy more than once. But after five months of weekly training sessions, puppy playgroups and lots of practice at home, Blue Bear has become the pride of my life. When I watch him play excitedly at the dog park or gently take a treat from the hand of a small neighborhood child, I know that I have been given a wonderful gift of a better understood companion.
—Matthew Baxley, Humane Educator
20 • Animal Tracks Spring/Summer 2011 www.animalhumanesociety.org Taking their It’s not uncommon for employees to take their work home. At Animal Humane work home Society it can take on a whole new meaning. Temptation abounds in the form of soulful eyes, furry tails and wet kisses. And, every once in a while, a connection is made that results
The deal was sealed when the in a perfect match — and a tiny three-month-old, blue-nose pitty crawled into my lap and started licking love that has a lasting my face. I don’t know if it was the way Blue Bear’s tiny body fit in my arms or that I am a impact. Here are sucker for puppy kisses, but it was probably a little of both. some stories from Truthfully, the deal had started long before. As a humane educator I had been studying and teaching those who have about myths and perceptions surrounding breeds such as the pit bull. My heart had been slowly gravitating toward dedicated their the misunderstood breed as I discovered the need for exceptional owners to help turn their reputation around. professional When I took the little guy home, I had no idea what I was in for. My family was a little nervous when they heard I was lives to saving coming home with a pit bull. But after that first night, they were as in love as I was. animals. Don’t get me wrong, Blue Bear was a typical puppy. He went through all the phases: mouthing, furniture chewing, potty training. If it wasn’t for the gentle guidance of Animal Humane Society’s training and behavior specialists, I would have returned the fast growing ball of energy more than once. But after five months of weekly training sessions, puppy playgroups and lots of practice at home, Blue Bear has become the pride of my life. When I watch him play excitedly at the dog park or gently take a treat from the hand of a small neighborhood child, I know that I have been given a wonderful gift of a better understood more stories companion.
—Matthew Baxley, Humane Educator
www.animalhumanesociety.org Spring/Summer 2011 Animal Tracks • 21 “I remember falling in love I was filling in on a night I usually didn’t work and another staff mem- with her, telling her ber just happened to mention that a young Doberman pinscher pup was I will try and get you just surrendered because of a health concern. The dog had some type of deformity in her front leg. My husband and I had been casually talking out of this mess.” about adding a Doberman to the family, but we wanted it to be a female in an effort to have the best success with introducing her to Bogey, our resident male Doberman/shepherd mix. After my shift I went to the puppy holding area and saw the sweetest and most beautiful red Doberman. Bella had an obvious deformity, but she didn’t realize it. She flopped around using the leg as best as she could even though it was a definite hindrance to her mobility. I remember sitting on the floor of the kennel and falling in love with her, telling her “I will try and get you out of this mess.” After many consultations with the vet staff it was decided that the best thing to do would be an amputation of the front leg. Bella had the surgery and physical therapy while being a “permanent foster” in my home. A few months later I officially adopted her and she has been with us ever since. She has attended training classes at AHS and is definitely my dog. She is now starting to get a little gray around the muzzle, but it seems just like yesterday when I was sitting on the floor of that kennel falling in love with her.
— Kelly Radotich, Customer Service, Coon Rapids
Editor’s Note: Sadly, Bella passed away in February. Our hearts go out to Kelly at this difficult time. Bella will be missed.
Shortly after getting married, I moved into a townhouse that allowed pets. Three days after Cleo’s arrival, my After years of pet-free apartment living, I was anxious to have animals in my husband sat me down for a serious life again and began looking more carefully at the cats in Woodbury. My hus- discussion — he didn’t want Cleo to band wasn’t so sure. He came from an “animals belong outside” upbringing. We go back to the shelter. He wanted to compromised and I became an Animal Humane Society foster volunteer. adopt him. I hadn’t let myself con- sider the possibility. In the end I was When I picked up my first foster home. When I got there, a short, the one who needed convincing, but cat, Cleo, there were several cats stubby brown tabby sauntered out and I’m glad I agreed to adopt him. in carriers waiting to go to foster chirped at me. He had little bobcat- As our first pet, Cleo took on the homes. They all had upper respira- like ears, a result of frostbite while he role of both dog and cat — greeting tory infections and needed two weeks was a stray. He was calm and friendly, us at the door, following us around of medication and much needed TLC and settled right in. He never meowed the house, going for car rides, cud- before being placed for adoption. or purred, he just followed us around dling on the couch and playing with I randomly picked one and didn’t and chirped at us in a sweet little string. Cleo has greeted each of our look inside the carrier until I got voice. subsequent pets with goodwill and
22 • Animal Tracks Spring/Summer 2011 www.animalhumanesociety.org “... they instantly fell in love and knew right away After our 10-year-old husky passed away in May 2008, my family decided we’d wait at least a few months before we got another dog. Then, just nine days he was our new dog.” later, my wife and two kids decided we’d waited long enough. It turns out the timing was perfect because a litter of husky mix puppies had just come in to AHS. I was out of town at the time, so my wife and kids went to check out two of the puppies. They never even saw the second one that day — they instantly fell in love with the first one and knew right away he was our new dog. I was thrilled when I came home and met Darin. The shepherd/husky/Labrador mix quickly became my best bud.
In 2009, we decided it was time to well. Sammi is such a cuddle- start looking for a second dog, in part bug and we are convinced that to keep Darin company. Every couple we aren’t the first loving fam- weeks, a film crew shoots adoption ily she’s had because she was profiles of animals available at AHS. already so well-trained! A colleague of mine, who happens to Darin, now two-and-a- be quite the matchmaker, was helping half years old, and Sammi, with the shoot and told me I had to four years old, are the best come meet a dog they were filming. of friends. They love to run The first thing I noticed about Sammi and play and chase each other is that she was much more talkative around the yard. We feel so fortu- than any dog I’ve ever seen. I knew nate to have two incredible dogs as right away that this cute and cuddly part of our family. malamute would be a great addition — Ray Aboyan, Chief Operating Officer to our family. When my wife and kids met her they instantly loved her as
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patience, despite being hissed at, swatted at, sniffed impolitely and trampled. He is always available to greet guests at the door and waits politely on the floor for an invitation to sit on a warm lap. He charms those who lack a fondness for cats and “He never meowed patiently enjoys small children. He’s or purred, he just a gem of a cat and I’m glad he was the one who walked out of that carrier followed us around seven years ago. and chirped at us in — Jill Paul, Graphic Designer and Production Manager a sweet little voice.”
www.animalhumanesociety.org Spring/Summer 2011 Animal Tracks • 23 I first met Jerry in October 2009 during his second stay with us at AHS. At 23 crying for food. This broke my heart pounds my arms almost gave out as I held him. Jerry was very charming and too much. With the aid of our behav- my heart hurt for him because he seemed so unsure of his current surround- ior and training department we were ings (and I’m sure the limited quantity of food). able to successfully introduce Kitty and Jerry and give him a home. I had a desire to make sure he As Jerry became more comfort- would finally find the stability he able in our home, his crying stopped. deserved, but my thoughts of bringing I think that he had been put into so him home were always followed up many new and unsure situations that by the fear of what would happen he didn’t know whether to believe he when he would have to interact was actually going to stay. Jerry feels with our moody resident cat, now that he is a part of the family as Kitty. Jerry was such a friendly he runs around playing, follows me cat though, so I kept telling around everywhere and sleeps on the myself he would get adopted by bed with us. His coat has shed all of someone soon. The customer the dander and he has dropped to a service staff members were svelte 19 pounds. also growing very fond of him It’s hard to imagine our lives with- and gave him a collar and tag out Jerry now. AJ, Jerry, and I are so that read “Voted AHS Best Cat grateful for the wonderful care and 2009.” Every time I would see him patience that was given to him by the my heart would sink and I would tell staff at AHS. Everyone saw something my husband, AJ, that we should just special in him and the kindness really adopt him. helped him through his long stay. My In January I was relieved to hear only regret is that we didn’t adopt “Everyone saw something that Jerry was finally adopted. Sadly him sooner. I saw him back on the adoption floor really special in him.” — Brie Geurink, just 15 days later. The new owner said Donor Relations Officer that Jerry walked around all night
I was working in Woodbury in 2005 inspire such kindness from a perfect when a gentleman came in with a stranger? cage. Inside was about an inch of After adopting Maisie I learned a feces and a chubby, sweet guinea pig. lot about guinea pig care. She was my Her nails were curled and untrimmed beloved companion for two years. Sad- and she needed a bath. ly, Maisie passed away in 2007 from The man surrendering the guinea complications of a bladder stone. pig owned rental property and a pair You could say Maisie was my “gate- of his tenants had vacated a week ear- way guinea pig.” I’ve since fostered lier with no notice. Amongst the piles dozens of guinea pigs, from the preg- of rubbish he found the cage with the nant to the one-eyed to the unsocial- pig inside. was treated unkindly, but was able to ized, and have owned an additional He took her home and bought her make the best of her situation. I felt five pigs including my three current some food. The next day he brought it was an appropriate name for a pig pigs — Amelia Bones, Miggory Sow, her to the shelter and donated $10 for that was neglected and left behind. I and Harriet B. Suit. her care. I named her Maisie after a knew Maisie was something special — Anne Ahiers, Customer Service character in a book I was reading that — how else could a little, stinky pig Supervisor, St. Paul
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24 • Animal Tracks Spring/Summer 2011 www.animalhumanesociety.org Gus J. Kaila Michael and Jennifer Tucci John Fax memorials and honorariums Happy Dog Kate & Doc Lynn Lindblom Kendra and James Margl July 1, 2010 through December 31, 2010 Hattie Katie & Kacy Bob Albrecht and Adam Judy and Steven Chambs Tome Katy Heart Roxanne and Larry Harvey e are grateful for your generous support of the animals through me- Linda Krafthefer Keenan, Gumby, Hoover Hidee & Jessie & Ted morial and tribute gifts and are pleased to acknowledge these gifts in Chlo and Loren Walensky Donna Carson this magazine. We are committed to providing quality content with Hobson Kevin W Judy and John Trucano Sharon Bonasoni information about our programs and services and want to ensure that your Hudson Kitty donations are directly supporting the animals in our care. We sincerely appre- Susan Hackney Kendra and James Margl Isaac James Joseph Kliban, Kuma & Dutch ciate every gift made in honor or memory of a loved one or pet, however, only Deborah Olin Julia and Bede Braegelmann Isabel Libby Chilton pet memorials of $100 or more will be listed in this publication. Jessica Fuller Kathryn Johnson Isis Little Miss In Memory of a pet Barney Boll Brandy Cricket, Punkin, Emmy Julie Hastings Kristin Stout Remembered by... Gloria King John Barker & other lost kitties Jack Louie “lil” Cat Bart Bridget Alison Walsh David Beukhof Patricia and John Beithon Nancy and John Lowman John and Michael Elaine Shepherd Cuddles & Mollie Jack Luca Abacus Baxter Buck Patrick and Judy DiLauro David Rak Laura Wade Andrew Owen and Kobi Chad Hallonquist Brad and Vicky E.A. Culpepper Jack Daniels Luca Conway Baxter Couillard Christina Esparza Caroline and Edward Linda Molitor Lisa Schulz Marsha and Bradley Stafne Buddy Cymry Strugala Lucca Abacus Baxter Diane Redenbaugh Karen Friedeborn Jag & Sasha Bruce Jones Monica and Tucker Carlson Stacy Lome Burton Dakota Beth Borgen Luci Abbie Baydn Barbara and Thomas Brown Sharon Halvorsen Jake Gregory Peterson Stephanie Hegstrom Laura Wade Buster Dejae Cheryl Jones and Brian Lucy Aki & Snickers Baylee Jim and Tammy Camery David and Judy Bork Pashina Lindsey Hefty Gail Vanderwaal Dolores and Themeo Ellis Buster Brown Diego Baca Jean-luc & Sophia Lucy Alex & Sam Bear Bailey Carrie Kappel John Farrell Laura Grayson Nancy Favilla and Michael Shelly Gilbertson Susan Toback Buttons Dinah Kagan Alex, Pete & Gus Bear-Bear Jeannie Camosy and David Gail Jones John and Michael Barb and Gerry Bird Himebrook Diva Valentine Allie Belle Buzz Cheryl and Tod Swenson David and Katherine Daline Virginia Cook Robin Preble and Daniel Divot Hedlund Amox & Jacques Ben & Scooter John MacMillan Jacqueline Kvaas Randall Lindberg Cairo DJ John and Michael Amy Davis Benjy II Deb Pearson Judith and Edward Davis Janice Hanson Caribou & Oreo Domino Ande Aileen and Michael Mary and Dave West Bentley Anderson Barry and Kristi Nelson Tanya Cromey Duchess Carrie & Oliver Angel Bevin Janice Radloff Jeanne Gaster Douglas and Janice Duncan & Rose Molly Maloney and David Bergstrom Annie Kelley Tawni Maynard Susan and T. 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www.animalhumanesociety.org Spring/Summer 2011 Animal Tracks • 25 Nala Riff Simon Liane Yuen-Young Katrin Rod Marilyn Conklin Nick Riley Sketter was walking through Animal Humane Society Janet M. Singer Maribeth Baldinelli Erik Long and Kara in Woodbury with a girlfriend so her daughter Nick Ritchie Kersteter I Maureen Borell Patty Carlin Smokey could look at the puppies. I had absolutely no inten- Noel Rochester Lynette and John Penfield Carol Steffensmeier Beverly Wright Sonja tion of bringing a furry little friend home with me. Nudgett & Muffet Rocky Louis Janus and Suzanne When we were strolling around the cats I found my- Kale Nerison and Deborah Jane and Edward Phillips Thorpe Thorson-Nerison Rocky & Maynard Spanky self drawn to one specific cage in the elderly cat sec- Nyla, Nadine & Tandy Margaret and Dustin Claudia and Thomas Kroeck Lou Anderson Sparkey tion. This huge beautiful medium haired orange cat Wendy Roehlke Roger Margaret and Gordon looked right at me, stood up and started reaching Nyssa & YoYo Lawrence and Tammy Swope Schmidt Rachel and Chris Gilchrist Rosie Spencer his paws out of the cage towards me and crying in a Odie Gary Showalter and Naomi Monica and Tucker Carlson Nicole Mettler Brill Spooky way that captured my heart. When he was brought Ollie Ruby Rebecca and Robert into a room with me, he walked directly into my Teresa M. Callies Jennifer Victor-Larsen Maddock Omar Ruby Bird Stanley Cat lap, curled up and started purring. He cocked his Kevin Kinsey Connie Hokenson Becky and Jerry Woelfel Paisley Ruffi Steger, Nigel & Ashley head and looked up at me like he was saying, “Ok Michael McGowan Kelly Fine Mae Linda Wilkinson this is it, time to go home now.” Pam’s Tippy Toes Naomi and Laurence I was told that sometimes animals choose us. My dear Rusty, who I was blessed with for seven amaz- ing years made me a believer. He truly showed me what it meant to have a best friend in a pet. He wrapped his paws around my shoulder giving me hugs when I would cry. He curled up with me in bed constantly trying to steal my pillow. He pooped in my entryway when I would go on vacation show- ing he disapproved, Moose then upon my return he would pout by Stella Susan and William Laidlaw Rupert & Raj sitting/laying facing Crepeau Thomas Telzrow and Carol Suzanne’s Tuck of Parker Jenson Goldwood away from me, as far Suzanne Rand Michelle and Pamela Sam across the room as Chickett Alison Eckhoff and Mark Sweetie Pie Peanut & Princess Sannes Mary and Robert Chasse Catherine Roeder possible, yet would Rusty John and Michael Sam Penni Mike Itzin T1 & T2 always follow me Dolores and Themeo Ellis Marcelyn and William Sam & Nikki Smale to whatever room I Penny Mary and Kenneth Reid Patricia Swanson Taffy Sam & Sam Barbara and Steven Erdahl would move to. He would beg for samples Pepper John and Michael Donald and Mary James Target of whatever meat I was cooking, and actually sit in Samantha Kendra and Thomas Wiswell Pete Jeffrey and Renata Carlson John and Michael Taylor front of the fridge and shift his gaze between it and Sasha, Dominic & Sonet Judy and James Sinclair Phoebe Karen Anderson me as if saying “I know you have good stuff in there Laura Barnum Tempo Sassy, Brandy, Cognac Wendy Sommer for me ... c’mon just a lil’ snack?” Piper & Nellie Julie Anderson Peter Sanders Tiger Lily Donna Hull The bond we developed was stronger than any PJ Satch Kimberly Johnson Steven and Mary Fischer Tigger Donald and Mary James words can describe and I will forever be thankful Pookie Schnapps for the time we were blessed with. Sara Martin John and Michael Porsche Scooby Donald Finlayson and Erica and Christopher —Delora Meyer Dennis Tucker Roeller Pushka, Babs, Callie & Scooter Cokie David Dennison and Julie Max & Mattie Minnie Moochie John and Michael Warn Mark and Susan Bonitz Marcia and Joseph Lantto Lan Thanh Hoang Rascal Scott Spencer Greg Skluzacek Scott and Theresa Spencer McCoy Miss Kitty Mr. Mitchie Bonnie and John Dobmeier Reba Sebastian Lisa Kro and Carter Mary Jo Gibbons Mary and Allan Willig Lori Ann Crowley Anderson Miss Vivien Muffin Norma Buchanan Reggie Shanna Mickey Elise Koonmen Johanna and Peter George Diane Tauer Lisa Fox Muffin & Chloe Missy Laurel Strong Remo Sheba, Charlie & Brandy Midnight Russell Ofsthun Barbara Stillman Susan Rostkoski Munchkin Susan Lee Missy, Punky, Felix, & Rex Sid Alison Noble Eric and Martha Berg Debra and Richard Mikey Su Su Murphy Linderholm Johanna and Peter George Shirley Schaller Rexy & Bailey James and Susan Walder Jules and Joseph Vierling Sierra Mikey Molly, Cookie & Dakota Murphy Brenda and Donald Mary Jo and Dean Lindholm Sandra Kuspa Norma Buchanan McCormick
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John and Michael Snoozin Bill, Rose & Psammy Paulette Deane Barbara Haugen and Charles Linda Krafthefer Reba Shasta & Luna Sandra Lee Horowitz Hector Natty Shirley Thury Amy and Hans Steege Wendy Margret and Larry Olson Bo Robert Wilyat Ricky Shelby, Buffie, Sascha, John and Michael Lori Boisclair Heidi Nicholas Michael and Gail Moharter Marvin, Zues & Buck Wilhemina Ipana Terry Hamm Patricia and Samuel Tina and Richard Raisanen Federa III “Willy” Buster Halgren Daniel Sampson Sid & Charlie Richard and Patricia Coan Buster Vicki and William Kolb Wilson Katherine Meerse and David Sniper Diana and Richard D. 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Sladek Sharon Miller-Thompson Cocoa Indigo Make your next gift in memory or in honor of Arlis Werley Kerri Michels Cocoa, Scruffy, Shadow, Jack an animal you love Tara & Muffin Rosa Costain Lisa and James Baillet Jake & Duck Cooler & Pepper James and Suzanne Clemens Heather and David Steffen Jake & Schatze Daisy John and Michael our support of Animal Humane So- Mary Carlson Jett ciety can also be a wonderful way to Deborah Kloss Y Daisy, Lucy & Hazel Stan and Macy Mros Joy remember and celebrate the special ani- Julie and Jay Cain Dakota mals in your life. Demonstrate your love Jeannine Sonstegard Katzen Jammer Alice and Vernon Peterson Divot by helping animals less fortunate than Karen Jackson KC & Ranger Richard and Sheila Chaffee Doddy your own. Gifts of $100 or more made in Deborah and Allen Jones Lucy, Mochi & Tulip Mary Abe memory or tribute to an animal will be Edith Cheryl and Keith Ciampa Maddie & Trigger listed here in Animal Tracks. Carole and Patrick Toohey Elliott Valerie Janda Maddie, Kiki & Marley Barbara Johnson Ember To make a memorial or tribute gift, you Maggie Lia Melrose John and Michael Emily may: Mandy Love Maddie and Luc Gloria Smith • use the donation envelope provided in Emo, Maggie & Fritzie Laura and Robb Mandy Mae the center fold of this issue Neuenschwander Linda Miller Max Fancy & Woody • visit www.animalhumanesociety.org/ Rebecca Halvorson John and Michael Meece, Daisy & Charlie donate and select the honor/memorial option Figgy John and Michael Linda Krafthefer • or call our Development office at (763) 489-1589 Mercedes Finnigan Dianne and Gary Smith Beth Hanus Miina & Yvette Flash Gordon Jean and Michael Create a personal fundraising webpage to honor the special people, ani- Joan and Terry Osell Backstrom mals and events in your life at: www.animalhumanesociety.org/tributes Frankie Millie John and Michael Amy and Caleb Quenzer Gem Mimi Timothy McCoy John and Michael Thank you! 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© Eric Isselée - Fotolia.com Save the date! • Fall Wine Dinner Friday, November 4 • The Saint Paul Hotel, St. Paul Enjoy exceptional courses prepared by outstanding local chefs and paired with exquisite wines by Ray Zemke from Cellars Wine & Spirits. You’ll have the opportunity to bid on exclusive auction items, but most importantly, you’ll support the programs, services and animals of Animal Humane Society. Seating is limited. Please make your reservations early to guarantee your seat at this premier Twin Cities dining event. For reservations, call (763) 432-4842 or email [email protected]. Sign up to be notified when our Wine Dinner website © Barbara Helgason, Norman Chan - Fotolia.com goes live — www.animalhumanesociety.org/winedinner
Special events Youth programs Family programs Walk for Animals PetSet Youth Club Pet Parenting Workshops You love animals. You know what a differ- Be a part of the PetSet Youth Club — now When you bring a new pet into your home, ence they have made in your life. You also available on Thursdays too! Youth members everyone in the family should be ready to care about animals less fortunate than your meet twice a month to learn from animal share the joys, challenges, and responsi- own. The Walk for Animals is your op- experts, examine animal-related current bilities involved in caring for a pet. The portunity to help the tens of thousands of events, develop community service projects to Pet Parenting Workshop is designed to companion animals that will come through help animals and much more. The club is open help families explore and prepare for pet Animal Humane Society’s doors this year. to students in grades 5-8. New members can ownership. Families will learn some of the Begin raising pledges now and get ready for join at any time! For more information, visit myths surrounding pets, find out what local the best stand-up-on-your-hind-legs-and-bark www.animalhumanesociety.org/ laws pertain to pet ownership, learn about event of the year! To register, request pledge petsetyouthclub or contact the Educa- and plan for daily pet care responsibili- forms or recieve more information, visit tion department at (763) 489-2220 or ties, and more. For more information visit www.animalhumanesociety.org/walk, email [email protected]. www.animalhumanesociety.org/petparenting [email protected], or call (763) Golden Valley • Wednesdays & Thursdays or call (763) 489-2220. 432-4841. Woodbury • Tuesdays April 2 • St. Anthony Park Elementary, St. Paul • Saturday, April 30 • Golden Valley 9:30–11:30 a.m. Check-in begins at 8:30 a.m. Unleashed Summer Camps May 3 • Golden Valley • 6:30–8:30 p.m. Walk begins at 10:00 a.m. Unleashed is an animal-themed summer day Sept. 20 • Woodbury • 6:30–8:30 p.m. camp. Campers spend a full week immersed in Now Boarding Open House R.E.A.D. with a Therapy Animal animal learning and fun. Each week includes Stop by for a tour and find out why Now Many of our Animal Ambassador Animal animal-related educational activities, animal Boarding will soon become your pet’s favorite Therapy teams are trained in the R.E.A.D. interactions, visits from special guests, field daycare and vacation spot. The tour is for (Reading Education Assistance Dogs) program, trips, and more. Unleashed is available at all people only. Please leave your pets at home. which helps reluctant readers in schools and AHS locations for kids entering grades 3-12. We’ll meet them during their first stay at Now libraries by encouraging them to read to a Camps run from mid-June to mid-August. For Boarding! Now Boarding is located at 6002 non-judgmental animal audience. Shelter visi- more information or to register online, visit 28th Ave S. in Minneapolis, just off Hwy. 62. tors can experience this program and learn www.animalhumanesociety.org/ For more information about services offered more about therapy animals by attending unleashed or call (763) 489-2220. there, visit www.nowboardingpets.com or call these special events. No appointment neces- (612) 454-4850. Unleashed Express Mini Day Camps sary — just stop by the shelter, choose a book, Saturday, June 11 • 12–4 p.m. Looking for something different to do on and settle in to read to a therapy animal. those no-school days? Unleash your child’s For more information on R.E.A.D events, love of animals with an Unleashed Express call (763) 489-1585. Camp. These day camp programs for grades 3-7 Golden Valley • May 15 & August 14 • 1-3 p.m. feature a variety of animal-related activities, with a special emphasis on service projects to benefit shelter animals. For more informa- tion, visit www.animalhumanesociety.org/ unleashedexpress or call (763) 489-2220. Golden Valley and Woodbury • October 20-21
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30 • Animal Tracks Spring/Summer 2011 www.animalhumanesociety.org Tours, clinics Training & Playgroups and groups Intro to Therapy Animals Dogs Are you interested in learning how you and AHS Tours your pet (dog, cat, guinea pig, rabbit, and Introduction to
Ever wondered what goes on behind the more) can become part of a visiting animal Pet Dog Training © Anyka - Fotolia.com scenes at Animal Humane Society? Join us therapy team? Join us to find out more about Find out about for a tour of our Golden Valley location. what therapy animals do, what training you the dog training classes offered at the Animal You’ll learn more about AHS and the animals and your animal will need, and how to become Humane Society. People only at this first ses- we serve, and get a guided tour through the a registered therapy animal team. This ses- sion please. All classes are held from 6:30–8 working areas of our shelter. Cost is $1 per sion is free, but registration is required. For p.m. No registration necessary. Classes are person. Participants must be at least six more information, call (763) 489-2220 or email available in Coon Rapids, Golden Valley, Wood- years of age. Space is limited and registra- [email protected]. bury and Now Boarding. For exact dates and a tion is required. Call (763) 489-2220 or email Golden Valley • April 20, July 13 • 7-8 p.m. schedule of all our dog training classes, visit [email protected] to St. Paul • May 11 • 7-8 p.m. www.animalhumanesociety.org/training or register. Coon Rapids • Sept. 11 • 3-4p.m. call (763) 489-2217. April 7 • Golden Valley • 7-8 p.m. September 8 • Golden Valley • 7-8 p.m. Rabbits Canine Good Citizen Test A certification program designed to reward Microchip and Nail Clinics Bunny Basics dogs with good manners at home and in the Microchip your pets for their safety in This is a class for people interested in getting a community. The program stresses responsible the event they are lost. Nail trims also rabbit or those who already have one and want pet ownership. $10 per dog. Registration is re- available. Microchipping is $40 and nail to know more about their care. (Please, no rab- quired. For more information and to register, trims are $12 plus tax. Clinics are held bits in class.) The class is free, but donations visit www.akc.org or call our Training School from 1–3 p.m. at the locations and on to the Minnesota Companion Rabbit Society at (763) 489-2217. the dates listed below. For more informa- are welcome. Register by calling (763) 489-2234. Golden Valley, one Friday per month tion visit our online Events Calendar at All sessions are held from 6:30–8 p.m. on the at 6 p.m. For exact dates, please visit www.animalhumanesociety.org/events or call dates below. www.animalhumanesociety.org/events. (763) 522-4325. Woodbury • April 7, May 5, June 2, July 7, August 4, Coon Rapids, the third Wednesday of the month at 8:15 p.m. Buffalo • Second to last Sunday of each month September 1, October 6 Coon Rapids • Second Sunday of each month Golden Valley • April 11, May 9, June 13, July 11, Golden Valley • Second Sunday of each month August 8, September 12, October 10 Reactive Rovers St. Paul • First Sunday of each month This class is designed for dogs that bark, Woodbury • Third Saturday of each month Hoppy Hour snark, or growl at other dogs. We will help A social hour for rabbits and their owners you learn to walk your dog past other dogs and Pet Loss Support Group held at 1 p.m. every other Sunday in Golden teach your dog to greet other dogs politely. This support group is an informal and ongoing Valley. $3 per rabbit. For exact dates, visit This class is not appropriate for dogs that are support group led by a trained facilitator for www.animalhumanesociety.org/events or con- aggressive toward people. For more informa- those dealing with the grief caused by the loss tact [email protected] tion, call the Training School at (763) 489-2217. of a pet. There is no admission charge or reser- for more information. All rabbits must be vation required. The group meets in Confer- spayed or neutered. Wallflower ence Room D, across from the Training Center. Does your dog cower when guests come over? For easy and convenient access, please park in Rabbit Agility Does he hide in the bedroom when the door- the North parking lot. For more information, An opportunity for caged and house rab- bell rings? Does he try to run away when he please call (612) 730-6016. bits to explore and get exercise and mental hears children playing outside? If so, the Ani- Golden Valley • Mondays • 7 p.m. stimulation at the same time. For more mal Humane Society’s Wallflower class might Group does not meet on holidays. information, please visit the website of be for you. This class is for shy and fearful our partner, Minnesota Companion Rabbit dogs. Call our Training School at (763) 489-2217 Society at www.mnhouserabbit.org or email for more information. [email protected]. Class- es are $25 for five weeks and held in Golden Yappy Hour! Valley. All rabbits must be spayed or neutered. Well-behaved dogs are welcome with their dog-loving owners at this event. Admission is
© Dixi_ - Fotolia.com $10 for the public and $7 for enrolled Training School students. Dog owners need to bring vac- cination records (rabies, bordetella, distemper, and parvovirus). Sessions are held two Fridays per month at 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. in Golden Valley. For exact dates, please visit www.animalhumanesociety.org/events or call (763) 489-2217. www.animalhumanesociety.org Spring/Summer 2011 Animal Tracks • 31 Non-Profit animal tracks Organization U.S. Postage PAID Minneapolis, MN Permit No. 3866
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