reporterrescue village Geauga Humane Society Newsletter • Sponsored by Invisible Fence Co. issue 1 - 2010

From the Field: Stopping Neglect & Cruelty by Christian Courtwright, Geauga County Humane Agent

When I first started working as a humane name). Helen was a middle-aged woman, agent, one of my instructors taught me that well spoken and articulate. But there was this job requires wearing “many hats.” He something very sad about her. After I ex- said we must act as police officers, emergency plained who I was and why I was there, she responders, animal handlers, vet techs, and admitted that she had six dogs and two social workers — sometimes all at once. A puppies inside the house. She said that she recent case brought that lesson home. lives at a neighbor’s house now, because her house is “such a mess.” Helen explained that An urgent voicemail message claimed there she had been trying to find homes for the were eight to ten dogs abandoned at a prop- puppies and that her kids said they would erty in Claridon. I met with Barnee Woolf, take the older dogs. who coordinates dog intake at the shelter, so we could make a plan to We spoke about the dogs’ bring in that many animals at “On any given day, quality of life, and she soon one time. Her supernatural the types of cases offered to surrender one to calm was a big help. Ready Rescue Village. When pressed that come in change, for anything, I drove to the about the other dogs, she said Christian Courtwright with Aquilla photo: Amanda Hrabak property. and the “hats” I her kids would come to get have to wear vary.” them. I told her that I would ous and unsanitary for them to stay. She I knocked on the front door, need to see the conditions of agreed, but didn’t want to lose contact with and the house erupted with her home to make sure none of the dogs are any of the animals. She had had them since barking. It sounded like eight to ten dogs suffering or in danger. She agreed to let me they were young. She wept. to me! I knocked again and waited, hoping go inside, but warned me that “it’s bad.” someone would be home. Several cars and Understanding Helen a motorcycle were parked in the driveway, And it was. Trash was everywhere. The front I needed to change hats. I could no longer covered with snow. door didn’t open all the way, and the upstairs be the stern humane officer. To resolve this hall was completely blocked. The dogs case with the best results, I needed to find Eight dogs in Claridon climbed over piles of garbage like mountain out what caused this situation in the first One dog was barking in the garage. I looked goats. Somewhere, in the kitchen, I heard a place. So Helen and I went outside to an old through a window and saw a medium-sized cat meow. Helen said she had two cats that picnic table, brushed off the snow, and sat brown dog on a short cable, surrounded by sometimes go outside. A large silver tabby and talked for a while. We talked of general garbage. The dog was wagging his tail and popped out of an empty cat food bag, looked things at first. When I mentioned her snow- seemed to be in good shape. But the condi- at me, and then returned to his nest. covered motorcycle, Helen said it belonged tions looked terrible, and I needed to find the to her boyfriend. I asked where he was and if owner right away. Although none of the animals looked starved maybe he could help with the dogs. She said and all appeared to be friendly and socialized, When I went back to my van, the owner he was killed not long ago, but wouldn’t go I advised Helen that the animals couldn’t arrived. I’ll call her “Helen” (not her real into detail. remain in these conditions; it was too danger- continued on page 2 fromthe executive director Diversity and Direction Every May we take shelter dogs with us to the Blossom Time Parade in Chagrin Falls. It is a joyous day, and we are always surprised how well the dogs cooperate, considering the crowds, rescue noise and heat. While parade floats line up, we gather at the Simpsons. The dogs run free in village their fenced-in yard. Add the resident dogs, Cara, Grace and Emma, and there is a big mix that could result in a big mess! They graze, wrestle, occasionally raise a hackle or two, but basically Geauga Humane Society/Rescue Village work it out. Doggie politics at its best— agreeing to disagree! Post Office Box 116 Novelty, Ohio 44072-0116 We come together around Rescue Village, hundreds of us 15463 Chillicothe Road, Russell Township ☎ 440.338.4819 humans, a community of animal lovers united by com- e-mail [email protected] passion. A humane ethic runs, like a luminescent thread, web www.geaugahumane.org through the fabric of our lives. How many times have we cried together? How often have we shaken our heads Rescue Village Hours in unison in disbelief or smile in celebration of happy Monday: noon to 7:00pm outcomes? Tuesday: noon to 5:00pm Wednesday: closed Yet, somehow, our politics are more difficult. They intersect Thursday: noon to 7:00pm with a complicated reality. I chuckle sometimes, wondering

Friday: noon to 5:00pm Hope Brustein photo: Amy Sancetta if having language and soooo many words make it harder Saturday: noon to 5:00pm to understand each other. We live in a time when issues of Sunday: noon to 5:00pm humane treatment of animals are societal issues, throbbing with passion and contention. From adoptions stop 30 minutes before banning dog auctions in Ohio to determining standards of care for Ohio’s livestock and poultry, posted closing times people and organizations, including Geauga Humane Society, are taking stands and acting on ethical convictions.

The debate will ebb and flow. I am confident that these waves are slowly eroding old values and justifications for continuing practices that are inhumane. Certainly no one can make a powerful argument anymore that animals do not experience, on their terms, comfort, sadness, boredom, pain, fear, or love. All animals deserve our moral concern. And, as we witness every day at Rescue Village, we choose how we act on those concerns.

Information in RV Reporter is believed accurate. Geauga Humane Society does not accept responsibility for errors or omissions. Maybe you are thinking, “It’s spring, why such a weighty letter?” Because, this season, and Consult your veterinarian for animal related concerns. It is our those coming, will see many debates on animal welfare in Ohio. And, just as surely as the general policy not to sell or give away our mailing list. We do, however, reserve the right to share our list with certain strategic spring wildflowers will emerge, so will the colorful diversity of opinion, even among friends partners who are working with us to advance our mission. If you and family at Rescue Village. A human hackle or two may rise, but it is the way we work things do not want us to provide strategic partners with your name, please send written notification to P.O. Box 116, Novelty, OH 44072. out— agreeing to disagree, while taking responsibility for the future.

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From the Field continued from page 1

Helen told me about the hard times she had Before leaving, Helen and I sat at the picnic On any given day, the types of cases that come experienced and her efforts to rebuild her life. table again and talked about her future. in change, and the “hats” I have to wear vary. We agreed that she could have a few days to She was sad to see the animals go, but also This work is about stopping animal neglect see if her kids would help with the animals. seemed relieved not to have to worry about and cruelty. But, whenever I can, I work to The weekend passed, and Helen’s kids took them. I gave her some numbers of social help the people, too. just one dog. I felt much sympathy for Helen, service agencies that might be able to help her, but explained that the animals needed to be and I gave her my card, asking her to call me if out of that environment, and extra time wasn’t she needed anything. I loaded up the dogs and likely to yield different results. She agreed cats and headed to the shelter, so that they to sign over all of the remaining animals to could be cared for and begin their new lives. Rescue Village. our thanks to these veterinarians who offer free examina- tions for animals adopted from Rescue Village answers Able Animal Hospital H.S. Sandhu, D.V.M. animal Animal Clinic of Chardon, Inc. Tom and Wendy Frankmann, D.V.M. Animal Hospital, Inc. 2010 is the year of the Tiger. What is GHS doing for the cats? Scott Murray, D.V.M., Debbie Dennis, D.V.M. Megan Barnhizer, D.V.M., Jeanne Friedman, D.V.M. Q Animal Medical Center of Euclid Auburn Veterinary Hospital, Inc. Paul Clemens, D.V.M. In honor of the year of the Tiger and Rescue Village’s devotion to Aurora Veterinary Clinic saving cats, 2010 is the Year of the Cat. We are raising the bar and Ellen Imhof, D.V.M., Robin Rosen-Sharp, D.V.M., Stacy Burns, D.V.M., Tracey Hitchcock, D.V.M., committing ourselves to an even higher level of excellence in the Jennifer Fraifogl, D.V.M. A Banfield, the Pet Hospital of Willoughby care and adoption of cats. Professionals have been consulted, Amy Wolfgang, D.V.M., Rhemuel Valcarcel, D.V.M. conferences have been attended, and every iota of information Banfield, the Pet Hospital of Aurora Michael Sanwald, D.V.M., Melissa Kauffman, D.V.M., that we could find was contemplated to determine how to John Tannuzzo, D.V.M. Big Creek Veterinary Hospital make a cat’s stay as stress-free, home-like as possible. Eric Neate, D.V.M., Joel Percival, D.V.M. Studies show that cats that feel safe and behave Brightwood Animal Hospital William Fraser, D.V.M., Karla Delisio, D.V.M., naturally are adopted more quickly than those Laura Surovi, D.V.M. Burton Veterinary Clinic that are frightened or unhappy. They also have Paul Borger, D.V.M., Page Borger, D.V.M., fewer stress-related diseases. Karriann McKinney, D.V.M. Chagrin Animal Clinic James Eldridge, D.V.M., Caryn Scaravelli, D.V.M. Cat Pavilion Chagrin Valley Veterinary Clinic Ted Panhuis, D.V.M., Conrad Griffith, D.V.M. Until 2010, many cats were housed in small one-story condos. This year, Chardon Veterinary Hospital David Allmon, D.V.M. each cat has two to call his own— allowing him to play and stretch. No Companion Animal Hospital Eugene Novy, D.V.M. Dr. Jay’s Broadway Animal Clinic longer are they eating, sleeping, playing and using the litter box in one small Haamid Javaid, D.V.M. Eastside Dog and Cat Hospital space. Each night, there is a Kitty Kampout. Select cats are moved to a “Get Acquainted Mark Rutman, D.V.M., Carolyn Askew, D.V.M. Room”, complete with shelves for jumping and climbing. They can even enjoy an Kathy Culek, D.V.M. Garrettsville Animal Hospital Marcia Hall, D.V.M. elevated catnap. Greenmont Veterinary Hospital Gurdas Dass, D.V.M., H.S. Jassar, D.V.M. These changes have resulted in cats being adopted more quickly; the average length of stay Kirtland Veterinary Hospital Joel Percival, D.V.M. Lake Shore Animal Hopsital, Inc. went from 50+ days to 30. Although we are housing fewer cats at one time, we are adopting Edward McCaslin, D.V.M., Kim Lee, D.V.M., Yasmin Nehal, D.V.M., Debbie Ting, D.V.M. more cats because of the quicker turnover rate. Mantua Veterinary Clinic Ellen Imhof, D.V.M., Robin Rosen-Sharp, D.V.M., Cat Community Room— Stacy Burns, D.V.M., Tracey Hitchcock, D.V.M., Jennifer Fraifogl, D.V.M. Marino’s Cool Cat Cafe Meadowlands Veterinary Clinic Robert Slobody, D.V.M., Ali Reaves, D.V.M. The Cat Community Room is now Marino's Middlefield Veterinary Clinic Cool Cat Cafe, in honor of our former Con- Robert Baugher, D.V.M., Aimee Cochell, D.V.M., Kendra Hanneman, D.V.M., Scott Smith, D.V.M. stable, Marino. Gone are the boring sleeping Mobile Veterinary Care Sharmyn Clark, D.V.M. Newbury Animal Clinic Bharat Khemsara, D.V.M. cubicles. Welcome, a colorful and exciting Orange Village Hospital Earle Rogoff, D.V.M. mural created by cartoonist Jenny Campbell. Pet Hospital of Willoughby Joseph Doles, D.V.M., David Eble, D.V.M., The room is now open to the general public, Claudia Danforth, D.V.M. Rainbow Veterinary Clinic and the mural attracts them into the room Linda Mitchell, D.V.M., Jessica Alcorn, D.V.M. to meet and greet the resident cats. In 2009, Richman Animal Clinic Jeffery Richman, D.V.M. Shaker Animal Hospital only 19 cats were adopted from the Cat Heather Izanec, D.V.M., Chris Laskin, D.V.M., James Prueter, D.V.M. Community Room, a tiny percentage of the Silvercreek Veterinary Clinic, Inc. 886 cats adopted last year. As of March, 10 South Russell Veterinary Hospital Lori Bieber, D.V.M. Suburban Veterinary Clinic out of XXX adopted cats were from the Terrence Ochterski, D.V.M. Three-O-Five Animal Hospital Ronald Moroff, D.V.M. Community Room. Town-n-Country Pet Hospital Andy Leeb, D.V.M. Tyler Animal Clinic, Inc. Our feline friends are meowing with Michelle Radecky, D.V.M., Rick Mastrocola, D.V.M. VCA Midpark Animal Hospital excitement because of all the changes. Scott Jackson, D.V.M., Anita Kinscher-Juran, D.V.M. Walk through our cat areas at any given time Village Veterinary Clinic Stephanie Bailey, D.V.M., Jenn Gates, D.V.M., and you will see active, happy, healthy cats. Keith Huston, D.V.M., Jennifer Lenz, D.V.M., Marino’s Cool Cat Cafe photo: Amy Sancetta Jillian Mesnick, D.V.M. West Geauga Veterinary Hospital Christine Pappas, D.V.M., Paul Ramsey, D.V.M. Willoughby Hills Veterinary Clinic Ronald Budz, D.V.M. 3 fromthe shelter Adoption hours (Animal intake by appointment) Mon. & Thurs. from noon to 7pm / Tues., Fri., Sat., & Sun. from noon to 5pm /Closed on Wednesday

Mark Your Calendars MAY: Adopt a Certified Pre-Owned Cat or Dog Adopt a Certified Pre-Owned Cat or Dog. All available models meet high standards of safety, reliability, comfort, value, and purr-formance. Take a quality pet home today for one low 0% APR payment ($55 - $130.75, depending ✁ on model)! And for a limited time, purchase one Certified Pre-Owned Cat, Cage Sponsor Program get another of equal or lesser value for FREE! Cage Sponsors provide food, medicine JUNE: Adopt-A-Shelter Cat Month and veterinary care for the animals in our At GHS it’s all about shelter cats, all the time. The month of June is extra shelter. Sponsors receive monthly photos and special— it’s Adopt-A-Shelter-Cat Month! Make your way to Rescue Village stories about the animals they are helping. and meet the feline of your dreams! Visit www.geaugahumane.org to see Please sign me up for— our cats and the specials for the month. cat cage(s) for months at $15 each dog cage(s) for months at $15 each AUGUST: Sidewalk Sale at Rescue Village Visit “The Block to Shop” and experience THE SIDEWALK SALE of the Summer Name on August 20–22 at Rescue Village! Join us this Friday, Saturday and Sunday Address for special deals on dogs and cats at Rescue Village. Check out www.geaugahu- City State Zip mane.org to see our adoptable and adorable cats and dogs and our specials. Phone

This is a gift. Please send to— Name Rescue Village Wish List Address • Stretch and Scratch • Dry Kitten Chow City State Zip (www.stretchandscratch.com) • KMR • Phone Laundry Soap • New/Used Collapsible • Method of payment— Laser Lights Crates Check: Make payable to Geauga Humane Society • Pet Toys • Cat Grass Kits Amount enclosed $

Credit Card: ■ One-time payment $ ■ Monthly payment of $ Lonely Hearts & Project S.A.V.E. ■ Visa ■ Mastercard ■ Discover Perch came to us in October 2009 from another Account # shelter. Perch is a 2- to 4-year-old, male Black Lab mix. Expiration Date He arrived at RV with a noticeable limp. In January, Perch received life-changing surgery for a slipped Signature kneecap that limited his ability to walk and run. Please return this entire form to: Because of his surgery and his initially timid personality, Geauga Humane Society Perch will need an owner with patience and under- Post Office Box 116 standing. Come to Rescue Village to meet this sweet Novelty, Ohio 44072 and lovable Lab. A special thank you to Dr. Tom Attn: Cage Sponsor Program Frankmann at the Animal Clinic of Chardon for

Your gifts are tax deductible to the extent allowed his surgical skills with Perch and his generosity by law. Double your donation with a matching gift— extended to Rescue Village. see your employer for details.

4 happy endings

Paxton with Harley and Jill Miller and their daughter Lauren. The Miller’s son, Nate, slept in and missed the picture. photo: Ed Slaby

Paxton was born while in a Rescue Village foster home. When he was a few months old, he was put up for adoption and that was when Lauren Miller, a fourth grader, came into the picture. Once Lauren and her family decided on

Towaca with Stacey Nichols and her daughter Emily. photo: Ed Slaby Paxton, Lauren suggested that she have a birthday party for the dogs she could not take home. Lauren and her Towaca is a 9-year-old Pony of the Americas. He arrived at Rescue mom, Jill, learned about “In Kids We Trust,” Rescue Village with Lex, another horse. Both were malnourished and Village’s club for young philanthropists, and decided to deprived of adequate shelter. Immediately, Towaca went into foster participate. Invitations for the party asked that guests care with Dr. Myrna Papurt, our volunteer veterinarian, for extra bring a Rescue Village wish list item in lieu of a gift. At training. Nine months later, Towaca returned to RV. Stacey Nichols the end of the party, they loaded up their minivan and was at Rescue Village for something non-horse related and met brought all the gifts to Rescue Village. Lauren said it was Towaca. It was love at first sight, and Stacey continued to come in her best birthday party. She felt proud that she did to visit him. In time, she made the decision to adopt. Stacey’s three something special for the dogs waiting to be adopted. children love riding Towaca, and Towaca loves doing what he was bred to do.

When Lulu arrived at Rescue Village in September 2008, she was a very fearful cat, spending most of her time hiding. If approached, she would hiss, thus turning away potential adopt- ers. In January, Amy and Eric Rutkowski came to Rescue Village. They had lost two older cats and were looking for a companion for their remaining feline. They were a bit unsure of how to choose their new companion pet, so they spent some time in “Marino’s Cool Cat Café.” They visited with various cats, but noticed that Lulu was rather attracted to Eric. The decision was made and Lulu’s adoption took place. While Lulu is still shy, when it is bedtime she scampers up the stairs to join her family in bed. We predict continued progress for our special gal pal, Lulu.

Lulu with Amy Rutkowski. photo: Ed Slaby 5 ghsevents

Mardi Paws presented by Black Lab Corporation How wonderful to experience a Mardi Gras-style Mardi Paws without having to take a plane to New Orleans. Over 300 friends of the animals gathered to raise over $65,000 for Rescue Village’s programs and services. With masks and beads and sparkling centerpieces made by local high school students, the celebration went into the night.

Thank you to our sponsors—

photos: Amanda Hrabak

Party 411, The Barkley Pet Hotel, Westervelt Design, Ciuni & Panichi, Benesch Attorneys at Law

Come Join Us… Art in the Garden for the third annual Art in the Garden will be held Saturday, May 22, 2010 Doggone Purrfect Night— from noon to 5 pm in the Rescue Village Kranz Family

Celebration Garden. Local jewelry artists will offer their

beautiful creations for sale. While you’re shopping, stroll

around our grounds and visit the animals. 20% of sales

will benefit the animals.

Saturday, June 26, 2010 at Rescue Village to benefit the animals at Geauga Humane Society’s Rescue Village

Visit www.geaugahumane.org or call 440.338.4819 ext. 19 for information. woofstock Furry Walk-A-Thon Sunday, September 19, 2010 The Holden Arboretum 10am–3pm photo: Sara Guren GRAB YOUR SNEAKERS AND YOUR FURRY FRIEND This year we will be gathering everyone at 10am for the official photos: Mort Tucker two-mile walk and fun run through beautiful Holden Arboretum. Following the walk, enjoy the fun family festival activities such as cool canine games, the agility course, 40 pet-friendly vendors, live music and much more.

We’re pulling out all the stops to raise as much money as we can for the animals in our care, and we definitely want YOU to be part of our event.

Last year’s rain did not stop the fun had by the 800 dogs and 1,700 pledge raisers, festival goers and generous sponsors who all came together to raise an amazing $65,000!

Sign up now and help us raise $100,000 in 2010— TOGETHER WE CAN! www.geaugahumane.org/events/woofstock.html photos: Sara Guren woofstock pledge form Start Collecting Pledges for the walk/run— The idea is to raise as much as you can through pledges from your friends and family. That way, you not only care for more homeless pets, you qualify for great prizes. A limited-edition Woofstock t-shirt and a weekend family trip are among the coveted premiums. You can use the registration form to collect pledges, or you can create your own web page and do it all online at www.geaugahumane.org.

walker’s name age (if under 18) address city state zip daytime phone evening phone

name (please print) address, city, state, zip donation amount

please collect checks when possible • make payable to Geauga Humane Society total bulletin board GHS Office Supplies Wish List Special thank you… • Multipurpose/Copy Paper, • Envelopes 10 X 13 and 6 X 9 KeyBank and Jeffrey Daniocek for printing our annual report 8 ½ X 11, 20 Lb. white • HP 61X (C8061X) Toner Cartridge, Dr. Tom Frankmann at the Animal Clinic of Chardon • Letter size laminating pouches, High Yield for his surgical skills with Perch 3 Mil. • Colored Paper, 8 ½ X 11, 24 Lb. Chairwomen Tiffany Mushrush Mentzer and Jan Glasser and the • Heavy Duty Paper Shredder, cross- • Avery 5160 White Laser Address entire Mardi Paws committee: Kathy Armstrong, Judy Cruxton, cut, new or very good condition Labels Tiffany Fenner, Nicki Greer, Cheryl Hawkins, Heather Perigo, • Spiral notebooks, narrow ruled • Color Card Stock, 8 ½ X 11, 110 Lb. Sheila Simpson, and Stacy Westervelt • Large glue sticks • Laminating Machine Nancy Alden from WDOK for being our special host at Mardi Paws • Batteries— AA and AAA • File folders David Glasser of Trendline Technology for all the IT work • Post-it Notes • Pens Gai Russo for making a donation to RV from her jewelry sale • Scotch magic tape, including • Clear tote boxes Jenny Campbell, Sally Contizano (Contizano Design Group), refills • White or black binders, all sizes Amy Sancetta for creating our beautiful 2009 Annual Report • Packing tape • Legal pads, narrow ruled, Linda from World of Magic for her tricks at Mardi Paws white or yellow Buckeye Watergardens for maintaining our beautiful pond Stacy Westervelt for her design work for Mardi Paws and Classes Doggone Purrfect Night Joan Englund for volunteering for the Development Committee Puppy Preschool: A class to start you and your puppy off on the right paw. You'll learn how to teach your dog basic manners, how Jerry Pignolet of Power Marketing and Public Relations for offering his marketing expertise to walk nicely on a leash, and how to greet people politely. Six Gwen Walsh of TechEdge LLC evenings. Cost is $95 ($85 for adopters from Rescue Village) and Tractor Supply in Middlefield and Chardon for welcoming Fix It clinics includes a manual and treat pack. PetFix Northeast Ohio for all of the great work they do Good Dog 101: A primer on positive reinforcement training for Mark McGrievey for snowplowing the dog-walking trails at RV owners with dogs aged five months to two years. Basic commands Western Reserve Bread Company for fresh loaves for the Super Bowl such as sit, down, come when called, leave it/give it/take it, and Tailgate Adoption Event…mmmm loose leash walking will be taught. Cost is $95 ($85 for adopters Caren Stutzman from Zagursky's Pierogies for donating and serving from Rescue Village) and includes a manual and treat pack. pierogies and “paw-rogies” at the tailgate event Elaine McNeely & Marilyn Whiting for all of their help and expertise Class schedule (subject to change) with the Snow Melter Camp and the Animal Adventure Camp. They are puppy preschool great teachers! start date end date day time Silvercreek Veterinary Clinic in Novelty for assisting our animals with medical emergencies May 20 June 24 Thursdays 6pm–7pm July 11 August 15 Sundays 2pm–3pm Judy Walker, Nicki Greer, Diane Walden, Genie Podojil, Carol Perfetto, Susan Iwler, Connie Barrett, and Cassie Vasko August 12 September 16 Thursdays 6pm–7pm for being fabulous greeters at our reception desk October 7 November 11 Thursdays 6pm–7pm Ardis Danicic for always going the extra mile to help the good dog 101 administrative team with any task start date end date day time April 8 May 13 Thursdays 6pm–7pm July 1 August 5 Thursdays 6pm–7pm Correction— Rescue Village Reporter, Issue 4, 2009 September 12 October 17 Sundays 2pm–3pm inadvertently recorded Rescue Village’s history incorrectly. How to Enroll Hugh was not a mascot, but was the spokesdog for the • Call 440.338.4819 ext. 43 capital campaign that built Rescue Village. While at Merritt Road, he spent days at the shelter and nights with the shelter • Email: [email protected], visit www.geaugahumane.org manager and her family. Later, he became the mayor of to download the class application, questionnaire, and informational Rescue Village. Hugh was adopted into a loving, forever materials. home where he was able to retire from “public life,” and • Stop by Rescue Village finish his life as a beloved pet. homewardbound Getting in Tune with “Homeward Bound” We can almost imagine the beagles howling that old Simon & Garfunkel and their experi- tune, “I wish I were homeward bound.” It is the objective of our ences with dogs. unique dog behavior program called “Homeward Bound (HB).” HB Each entry gives volunteers must be HB trainers and recommended and staff an under- meet prerequi- standing of what sites. These highly is happening. One skilled volunteers report about a dog named Tillie says, s“So silly! The horse drove her (numbering over into a barking frenzy, so I worked on ‘leave it.’ Tillie is very smart and 30 people) direct did unbelievably well. Also worked on taking treats gently, which she their knowledge needs more help with. Needs a buddy.” and know-how “There are plans to make Homeward Bound even stronger in to helping shelter 2010,” says coordinator Barnee Woolf. Our dog behavior hotline Barnee Wolfe with Tillie photo: Amanda Hrabak dogs overcome will be answered by HB trainers. We will be working to create treatable behavior issues to become good citizens. It is all about specific “prescriptions” for individual dogs, to ensure consistency giving our dogs the best chances of getting adopted and staying in in our positive reinforcement approach. Homeward Bound meets their new homes. monthly to review case studies and to provide continuing education Reading the daily log that sits in the dog pavilion gives a flavor for for the trainers. the program. 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Rescue Village Hours Monday & Thursday: noon–7pm Tuesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday: noon–5pm Closed Wednesday 1 adoption stops ⁄2 hour before posted closing times

humaneeducation Kind Kids R Cool Campers Rescue Village is thrilled by how deeply the kids in our community care about animals. There are so many kids with so much love that our humane education camps are always filled! For the 17 “Snow Melter" campers and the 16 “Animal Adventure” campers, winter was no bore. Their camp days were filled with hands-on activities like studying animals’ sense organs and learning to understand cat body language. Bird feeders were created by the kids using acorn squash. What a treat for the birds that live in the woods behind the shelter! The campers celebrated Spay Day and learned about how to be animal advocates. The camps are so popular that all six weeks of summer camp were filled by February!

The camps increase our need for new supplies. Your donation of the following items would be very much appreciated: • Permanent Colored Markers • Wooden Dowels (36” long by 3/16” round) • Glue Sticks • Sheets of Colored Poster Board • Hand Sanitizer

(top) Cheyenne Kitchel and Zoey enjoying Saturday Animal Adventure Camp. (above) Snow Melter campers showing off their bird feeders.