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20 Years of Caring President’s Update

Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Longmeadow Rescue Ranch Bentley Studios The mission of your Humane Society horse rescue in Missouri’s history. More is to help all creatures great and small. than 100 starving horses came to In addition to dogs and cats, that Longmeadow from Greene County. includes horses as well as farm animals. In August of that year, Longmeadow’s Longmeadow Rescue Ranch is the Director, Earlene Cole, served as Humane Society’s horse and farm Incident Commander in a middle-of-the- animal rescue and rehabilitation center night rescue on I-44 to save 42 horses located just outside of St. Louis. trapped in the wreckage of a double The vision for the facility came from deck trailer. This past summer, more longtime Humane Society Board than 250 goats, horses, ducks, chickens, Kathryn Wright Warnick Member, “Bud” (Edwin B.) Meissner. turkeys, dogs, cats, exotic birds and Thanks to his foresightedness, doves were rescued from deplorable Longmeadow became a reality in 1988. conditions in the largest rescue in With Missouri’s agriculturally based Longmeadow’s history. No matter their origins, horses and farm animals have number, every day we are, and will Board of Directors long populated our state in abundant continue to be, there for the abused Officers numbers. That tradition continues and neglected horses and farm animals Chairman of the Board Andrew Bresler today. Surprisingly, Missouri has one who need us. Vice Chairman and Treasurer of the largest horse populations in On the entertaining and fun side of Robert W. Hull the country. While most horse and the fence, Longmeadow’s popular Barn President farm animal owners provide solid Buddy program enables members of the Kathryn Wright Warnick care for their animals, the need for public to sponsor Longmeadow’s animal Vice President and Secretary Thomas O. McCarthy Longmeadow’s services has continued ambassadors. Sponsors and their fami- Board Members to grow to aid animals received from lies may visit their Barn Buddies during Geraldine Auger negligent and abusive owners. Longmeadow’s Open House every Errin R. Braddock Virginia M. Busch this year, Longmeadow proudly Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Directions Jean E. Collins, Ph.D. celebrates its 20th anniversary show- to Longmeadow are on the web site at Lauren Connors casing greatly expanded and improved www.longmeadowrescueranch.org. Kathie Day Harvey Fields facilities. The new state-of-the-art The Barn Buddy program is gaining Malcom Ivey barns and educational amenities at the national prominence with sponsors Dr. Robb Jones Michael G. Josias, SPHR ranch enable the staff and volunteers from every state in the union. And, our Mary C. Kullman to provide first-class care to animals Barn Buddy stars, led by Mama Llama, Ann Liberman Laurie Livingston in need while also educating children have been featured twice on NBC’s Ann Marr about kindness and respect for all Today Show. Dr. Robert A. McCoy Pam Nicholson living creatures and proper care and to all Longmeadow supporters and George D. Tomazi treatment for animals. Barn Buddy sponsors, thank you for Janet Torrisi-Mokwa the great need for Longmeadow’s putting Longmeadow in the winner’s Dorie Wilner services is evidenced by three significant circle when it comes to helping all Directors Emeritus Edwin B. Meissner, Jr. rescues during the past two years. In those that whinny, neigh, baaa and moo! Faye Beth O’Byrne January 2006, we performed the largest Hours and Locations Main Number (314) 647-8800 Headquarters 1201 Macklind Avenue St. Louis, MO 63110 Adoption Center (314) 951-1562 Contents Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. and Fri. 10 am-6 pm; Thurs. 10 am-7 pm; Sat. 10 am-4 pm; Sun. noon-4 pm Veterinary Medical Center (314) 951-1534 Patients seen by appointment Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 am-6 pm Sat. 8:30 am-4 pm Behavior Helpline (314) 951-1540 2 The Scoop Cremation Service (314) 951-1562 Dog Training (314) 802-5709 Women’s Leadership Council News Education Programs (314) 951-1579 Gift Shop (314) 951-1566 Chesterfield Valley Adds Surgery and Lost and Found (314) 951-1562 Obedience/Behavior Training Centers Membership and Auto Donations (314) 951-1542 Volunteer Opportunities (314) 951-1577 All Locations Closed Major Holidays Make Your Pet a Pin-Up! Westport Area Center 2400 Drilling Service Drive 4 Ask the Vet Maryland Heights, MO 63043 Adoption Center (314) 951-1588 People Painkillers — Toxic to Cats Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. and Fri. 10 am-6 pm; Thurs. 10 am-7 pm; Sat. 10 am-4 pm; 5 Volunteer Spotlight 4 Sun. noon-4 pm Veterinary Medical Center (314) 951-1590 Meet Volunteers Who Know Patients seen by appointment A Good Deal! Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 am-6 pm Sat. 8:30 am-4 pm Chesterfield Valley Center (636) 530-0805 6 Education 17357 Edison Avenue We’ve Come a Long Way in Education... Chesterfield, MO 63005 Adoption Center (636) 530-0806 All the Way to Longmeadow! Hours: Mon. thru Fri. 10 am-6 pm; Sat. 10 am-5 pm; Sun. noon-4 pm Summer Fun at Longmeadow Veterinary Medical Center (636) 530-0807 Surgery (636) 530-0807 Rescue Ranch! Patients seen by appointment Obedience (636) 530-8255 8 Pet Advice Gift Shop (636) 530-7676 Longmeadow Rescue Ranch (636) 583-8759 Doggone It! Don’t Fail Your Pets Union, MO — Adoption hours by appointment If Disaster Strikes Open house every Saturday 11 am–3 pm 8 Closed Major Holidays 10 Bark in the Park 2008 Report Animal (314) 647-4400 Abuse and Neglect Come, Walk, Stay, Play! Saturday, May 17 Web addresses: www.hsmo.org www.longmeadowrescueranch.org 12 Longmeadow Rescue Ranch www.petshoppingspree.org Behavior e-helpline: [email protected] 20 Years of Caring at Longmeadow Rescue Ranch Administration President Kathryn W. Warnick Barn Buddies Meet Every Saturday Vice President of Operations Debbie Hill Chief Financial Officer Anne Goeckner 18 Rescues and Investigations Director of Dr. Suzanne Saueressig Dogs Rescued from Unsanitarty Veterinary Services Conditions in Dunklin County Ranch Director Earlene Cole 12 Director of Development Judith Miniace, CFRE 19 You Can Help Director of Communications Jeane Jae Tributes & Memorials Education Director Sue Gassner Planning for the Future Adoption Centers Director Cyndi Nason Is Always Changing Tails Staff Editors Tiffany Collins Wish List Karen Isbell 24 Gift Shop Staff Contributors Kathryn Wright Warnick Linda Campbell Patricia Cassens, CFRE Earlene Cole Lauren Connors Jan DeFranco Sue Gassner Jeane Jae On the Cover: Longmeadow Rescue Ranch JoEllyn Klepacki Judith Miniace, CFRE in 2007 Richard Rutz Suzanne Saueressig, D.V.M. Jessica Stegan Design & Art Direction 501creative, inc. Humane Society of Missouri Tails is a quarterly magazine published by the Humane Society of Missouri. Cover Photography Mike Bizelli The Humane Society of Missouri is dedicated to second chances. We provide a safe and caring haven to Photography Mike Bizelli, employees, all animals in need — large and small — that have been abused, neglected or abandoned. Our mission is volunteers and supporters of to end the cycle of abuse and pet over-population through our rescue and investigation efforts, spay/neuter the Humane Society of Missouri programs and educational classes. We are committed to creating lasting relationships between people and animals through our adoption programs. We further support that bond by making available world-class veterinary care and outstanding pet obedience and behavior programs. The Scoop Women’s Leadership Council Briefed on Substandard Puppy Breeding Facilities

Debbie Hill, Vice President of Operations, and Tim Rickey, 119 dogs and 250 farm animals were removed from deplorable Director of Rescues and Investigations, updated members of conditions. Missouri tops the list of licensed and estimated the Women’s Leadership Council and other animal lovers on unlicensed breeders throughout the country. Disreputable or November 13. The briefing covered three recent large-scale unlicensed puppy mills often operate in blatant violation of rescues of dogs from substandard breeders. existing state laws. while rescues are a critical part of the mission of the Attendees also were briefed on what they can do to Humane Society of Missouri, the greater issue is public further educate the public and government leaders about education on responsible puppy buying practices, said Hill. the puppy mill industry. Substandard puppy breeders thrive because they prey on For more information on animal-related legislation visit consumers unaware of the mistreatment of the breeding stock. our website at www.hsmo.org and click on Join Us. the presentation covered details of summer rescues in Bollinger, Morgan and Howell counties in Missouri, where

Chesterfield Valley Adds Surgery and Obedience/Behavior Training Centers In January, the Chesterfield Valley Center opened an Obedience/Behavior Training expanded new full-service veterinary hospital and an Sit. Stay. Come...to the Chesterfield Valley Center to strengthen Obedience/Behavior Center. the bond with your puppy or dog. We now offer two levels of puppy classes and the multi-level family dog classes. Surgeries and Radiography eventually, the course offerings will expand to as many as If you suspect your dog has eaten a toy or a stick, our new 30 different courses, mirroring those offered at our St. Louis City full-service hospital is ready to help. The veterinarians at the location, where programs are so popular there are waiting lists. Chesterfield Valley Center can diagnose it and, if the foreign For information on all services at Chesterfield Valley — object is there, surgically retrieve it. adoptions, veterinary, obedience or unique pet-themed gifts the latest digital radiography equipment, and dental and supplies — call (636) 530-0805 or visit www.hsmo.org. digital radiography, provide clearer images than film. In Ask about our 20% percent discount on classes for dogs addition, images can be placed on a CD to send home with adopted from the Operation Pet Partners shelters (Humane the pet owners or e-mailed to veterinary specialists. Society of Missouri, Animal Protective Association of Our skilled veterinarians provide surgeries for removal Missouri, St. Louis City Animal Center and St. Louis County of tumors or bladder stones, C-section deliveries, spay/neuter Animal Control). This one-time discount applies to your first procedures, orthopedic surgery for fractures, dysplasia, floating punch card for Family kneecaps, repair of knee injuries and some types of arthritis. Dog or Puppy Class and The clinic performs in-house blood work, treatment of disease is valid for up to four and provides isolation wards and overnight hospital stays. months after adoption. Your pets receive the best of care and you get the conve- nience of a third full-service veterinary hospital. This clinic and those in St. Louis City and the Westport area are open every day but Sunday. the expansion was made possible by generous donors. Mrs. Myron Glassberg donated the Surgery Center in honor of her son, Dr. Richard Glassberg, DVM. The Training Center is a gift of Mr. and Mrs. William T. O’Byrne.

The full-service Chesterfield Valley Veterinary Center is open to the public.

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Put your pet in the spotlight by entering your pal in our new Calendar Contest. Send in a photo of your feline diva, canine companion, equestrian beauty or critter clowns such as 2009 rabbits, birds and guinea pigs. winners will appear in a full-page photo at the top of each month. Second place winners will see their pets among the days of the week. Every picture is guaranteed a spot in a calendar montage. Contest Rules 1. The photograph must contain only animals, and each picture must be of your own pet or pets. 2. There is no limit to the number of photos you enter, but each must be accompanied by a $35 entry fee. Pay electronically on www.hsmo.org or by mail to the Humane Society of 600 by 800 pixels and in JPEG (JPG) format. We also Missouri, 1201 Macklind Avenue, St. Louis, Missouri, 63110. accept color prints in 4" x 6", 5" x 7" or 8" x 10" sizes. 3. Contest deadline is August 1, 2008. Winners will be Unfortunately, we cannot accept Polaroid photos or notified by phone or email. The calendar will be available copyrighted professional photographs. For clarity and in October 2008. quality photo reproduction, please do not stamp or write 4. All entries must be in color, have horizontal layout, and on the back of photos. We cannot return photos. contain well-focused, sharp images. We prefer submissions Contest proceeds give second chances to homeless animals. as digital photos, in 300 dpi (dots per inch) or higher, For more information about the 2009 “Make Your Pet a Pin-Up” Calendar Contest, please contact (314) 951-1567 or email [email protected]. Humane Society of Missouri’s WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP COUNCIL

You are invited to join with women making a long-lasting difference in the lives of abused and neglected animals. As a member of the Humane Society of Missouri’s Women’s Leadership Council, you will be leading the way toward a more compassionate community for people and pets alike. To learn more visit www.hsmo.org/wlc or call (314) 951-1501.

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People Painkillers — Toxic to Cats

My cat sometimes acts as if she is not feeling well. She is not really sick and always eats. I know better than to give an aspirin — I heard it will kill cats. Can I give her a Tylenol™ tablet instead to make her more comfortable? I have never heard anything bad (or good) about Tylenol™ in cats.

Tylenol™ is a trade name for the drug acetaminophen. Acetaminophen is extremely toxic to cats. It is a nonprescription drug usually sold in 325 mg tablets or capsules. It is used in humans mainly for its analgesic properties, often as a substitute for aspirin. Purposely administering or accidental swallowing of Tylenol™ or any other pain killing medication containing acetaminophen or related compounds such as phenacetin must be strictly avoided. Severe cyanosis (blueness), difficulty in breathing, vomiting, the voiding of coffee-colored urine and subnormal temperatures reportedly occurs a few hours after ingestion of only one tablet of acetaminophen. The signs are related to the formation of compounds (methemoglobins) which cause the red blood cells to be unable to carry oxygen to the tissue. It finally leads to destruction of the red blood cells with catastrophic consequences to all body systems. Prolonged intensive care has saved the lives of a few cats, but unfortunately, rapid progression to death ensued in most patients that ingested these painkillers. In the cat, small Dr. Suzanne Saueressig, the first practicing female veteri- amounts of aspirin are carefully utilized in certain blood narian in Missouri, has been helping people with their pets clotting diseases under the supervision of a veterinarian. at the Humane Society of Missouri since 1955. If you have a Consult your veterinarian before administering any human health question about your pet, e-mail [email protected]. medication to any pet.

Operation Cat SNIP An unspayed female cat, her mate and all their Spay or neuter your cat for just offspring, producing two litters per year, with $19.95 during April and May 2.8 surviving kettens per litter can total: Every spring, summer and fall hundreds of 1 year: 12 kittens are brought to our shelters. They all 2 years: 67 need loving, caring homes. If we reduce the 3 years: 376 number of kittens born, they all will have 4 years: 2,107 chances for great homes. 5 years: 11,801 Stop the littering. Fix your cat. 6 years: 66,088 Call today for an appointment at 7 years: 370,092 our St. Louis City or Westport area 8 years: 2,072,514 Humane Society of Missouri Veterinary 9 years: 11,606,077 Medical Centers. (314) 802-5700.

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Meet Volunteers Who Know A Good Deal! Volunteers Donna Rodden and Marylyn Schiller love helping for a short period. I leave my shift with pride, knowing that you shop. Each keeps regular hours at the Humane Society maybe I helped make a difference today.” Gift Shop, where every purchase helps the homeless animals Marylyn started out volunteering at special events. in our shelters. Although she enjoyed them, she wanted to be involved on Donna started volunteering for the Humane Society of a more regular basis. So, she gave the Gift Shop a try. It must Missouri more than a decade ago, first in the Headquarters be a good fit, because that was five years ago! Puppy Parlor as an adoption counselor. Over the years she “I am proud to volunteer at the Humane Society of has helped with clerical assignments, in the Veterinary Missouri and support its mission,” explained Marylyn. “When Medical Center, with mobile adoptions, at special events, I begin my shift, I look forward to seeing happy people and and by fostering. She has even come in on holidays to help their happy pets. I especially enjoy seeing an animal that has clean cages and feed the animals. been here for a long time, finally going to a forever home. The As the organization’s volunteer needs changed, Donna atmosphere in the Gift Shop is so pleasant. The staff, other decided to give the Gift Shop a try. She’s been volunteering volunteers and customers are so cordial that it makes my at the Headquarters Gift Shop for several years and really volunteer experience very nice.” enjoys it. Betty Ann Cohen, Gift Shop manager, added, “The “I like meeting the adopters and their new bundles of success of our Gift Shop depends on our dedicated, loyal joy,” she said. “I help them find the necessary supplies and volunteers. We are so grateful for their support!” make sure they don’t forget anything. To me, it’s all about the To become a volunteer, contact Lauren Connors, volunteer animals and being a part of their lives, even though it’s only coordinator, at (314) 951-1577.

Donna Rodden Marylyn Schiller

Tails www.longmeadowrescueranch.org www.hsmo.org  Education We’ve Come a Long Way in Education... All the Way to Longmeadow! Last year, nearly 30,000 children attended classes at the Humane Society of Missouri. For all of them, the lessons were not only fun, interesting and interactive, but also stressed the vital importance of respect and responsibility for all animals. For most, an up-close visit with the dogs, cats, rabbits and guinea pigs in our shelter was the highlight of their visit. It’s the story they shared with their family at dinner time. But for more than 6,000 students, the excited talk was about horses, goats, chickens and even a buck-toothed Llama named “Mama.” These are the lucky kids who attended a class at Longmeadow Rescue Ranch in Union, Mo. the Education Department at the Humane Society of Missouri has created a fact-filled, fun-filled curriculum that brings the faces and stories of our amazing farm friends to the forefront. The classes are designed to allow teachers to customize a program to fit the needs of their students, from Barn Buddy Pepe converses with an interested visitor. first grade through high school. the on-site education program is approximately one hour educators who are well informed about animal-related topics, and 15 minutes long and includes an in-depth tour of the barn familiar with the animals sheltered at Longmeadow and facility. The programs are taught by specially-trained humane comfortable with age-level appropriate learning characteristics. Like most of the classes offered through our Education Department, all lessons apply the standards of performance required by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Sound like fun? Call the Longmeadow Rescue Ranch Education Department at (636) 583-8759, ext. 702 for more information and to schedule a program. A nominal fee to help defray costs is charged. AND…when the last school bell rings to usher in the summer, Longmeadow Rescue Ranch is ready to join in the fun with camps and classes sporting a farm animal-friendly theme. Check our website for class details and dates. We’re eager to make some new barn buddies...You! For more information, contact Becky Pemberton, Ranch Education and Animal Specialist, at (636) 583-8759, ext. 702 or e-mail [email protected]. Children visiting with Barn Buddy Rex the emu.

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Barn Buddy Bonanza Horse Camps There’s nothing fowl about this camp! Slip on your Have you always wanted a horse of your very own? boots, city slickers, and get ready to come on down Come to camp and find out what it takes to care for to the rescue ranch (watch where you step)! one! Learn about basic feeding, care and grooming. Did you know that pigs have tested higher on Learn how to keep horses healthy in both body and intelligence tests than most other animals? Or that spirit. See the equipment needed to take care of each rooster can recognize the crow of at least 30 horses and learn how to be a responsible horse owner. other roosters? Find out much, much more at this Did you know ponies and horses are not the same? camp! We’ll take a hayride into the pasture and learn How do you measure a horse’s height? Can you really how to groom a horse! This is your chance to get your tell how old a horse is by his teeth? Can a horse have hooves on cool stuff like emu eggs, peacock feathers blue eyes? Do horses have feelings? How do you know and goat horns! Visit with rescued pigs, chickens, if a horse doesn’t feel well? goats, horses and cows. Each one of these gentle we’ll play fun horse-themed games and horse creatures has a story to tell about being rescued. This around too! Best of all, you’ll get to meet the rescued is your chance to meet the special horses rescued from horses we’re taking care of at the ranch! the tractor-trailer accident on Interstate 44. They are (Please note: campers will not ride the horses.) healing and eager to make a new barn buddy — You! Pretty Pony Horse Camp Date: Wednesday, June 18 Date: Wednesday, June 25 Time: 10 a.m.–noon Time: 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Who: “Ponies” ages 6-8 Who: Campers ages 6-8 Fee: $15 (capacity 30) Fee: $20

Date: Wednesday, July 16 Clip Clop Horse Camp Time: 10 a.m.–noon Date: Wednesday, July 9 Who: “Mustangs” ages 9-11 Time: 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Fee: $15 (capacity 30) Who: Campers ages 9-11 Fee: $20 Date: Wednesday, July 30 Time: 10 a.m.–noon Horse Feather Horse Camp Who: “Clydesdales” ages 12-14 Date: Wednesday, August 13 Fee: $15 (capacity 30) Time: 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Who: Campers ages 12-14 Fee: $20

To sign up for these fun classes, visit our website at www.hsmo.org and click on ‘Education’ or call (314) 951-1568 to request an application. We hope to see you this summer!

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For your safety, and the protection of your pets, don’t assume • Leave early. Don’t wait for a mandatory evacuation order you will be okay in the event of a flood, fire, storm or other when you may be told to leave your pets. An unnecessary disaster. Plan for the worst…and hope you never have to trip is far better than waiting too long to leave safely with implement your plan. your pets. the Humane Society of Missouri and the Missouri Veterinary Medical Association offer these tips for developing Don’t Forget ID your emergency plan. Your pet should be wearing current identification at all times. In a disaster, ID can prevent you and your pet from If you evacuate, take your pets being separated forever. The single most important thing you can do to protect your • Add your cell phone number to your pet’s tag. pets if you evacuate is to take them with you. Animals left • Consider including the phone number of a friend or behind in a disaster can easily be injured, lost or killed. relative outside your area. If your pet is lost, rescuers • Animals turned loose to fend for themselves are likely can call the number that will be answered even if you’re to become victims of exposure, starvation, predators, out of your home. accidents or contaminated food or water. Leaving dogs • Get your pet microchipped now, in case the collar and tied or chained outside is a death sentence. tags become separated from your pet. • If you leave, even if you think you may be gone only for a few hours, take your animals. Once you leave your Find a Safe Place In Advance home, you have no way of knowing when you will be Because evacuation shelters don’t usually accept pets, you able to return. must plan ahead to ensure that both your family and your pets have a safe place to stay. • Contact hotels and motels outside your area to check their pet policies. Ask about any restrictions on number, size and species. Ask if “no pet” policies would be waived in an emergency. Make a list of pet-friendly places and keep it in your disaster kit. Call ahead for a reservation as soon as possible.

Humane Society of Missouri rescuers helped pets stranded after Hurricane Katrina and Missouri floods in 2007.

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Assemble a Disaster Kit Stock up on non-perishables early, add perishables at the last minute, and keep everything ready in sturdy containers that can be carried easily. Your kit should include: • Food and water for at least five days for each pet. Also remember bowls and a manual can opener, if needed. • Medications, medical records, veterinarian contact information and a first aid kit and book stored in a waterproof container. • Cat litterbox, litter, scoop and garbage bags to collect pets’ waste. • Sturdy leashes, harnesses and carriers to transport pets and ensure they can’t escape. Carriers should be large enough for the animal to stand comfortably, turn around and lie down. Towels or blankets may be needed for bedding and warmth. Also, be sure to have a secure cage with no loose objects inside. Disaster preparation helps ensure pets and families stay together. • Photos and descriptions of your pets to help others identify them and to prove they are yours. • Check with friends or relatives outside your area to see • Pet beds and toys to reduce stress. if they would be able to shelter you and/or your animals. • Information about your pets’ eating routine, medical If you have more than one pet, you may have to house conditions and behavior problems in case you have to them separately. board them or place them in foster care. • Make a list of boarding facilities and veterinary offices that • Other useful items include paper towels, bleach, newspapers might be able to shelter animals in emergencies; include and trash bags. 24-hour telephone numbers. • Ask your local animal shelter if it provides foster care or shelter for pets in an emergency. This should be your last Once the Disaster Has Passed Planning and preparation will help you survive the disaster, resort, as shelters are likely to be stretched to their limits but your home may be a very different place afterward. Pets during an emergency. play a vital role in helping family members recover from a disaster. Return the favor by paying attention to their If You Can’t Evacuate, Shelter In Place re-settlement. • If your family and pets must wait out a storm or other • Don’t allow your pets to roam loose. Familiar smells and disaster at home, identify a safe area inside your home landmarks might be gone and your pets can easily get lost. where you can all stay. • While you assess the damage, keep dogs on leashes and cats • Keep dogs on leashes and cats in carriers and make sure in carriers inside the house. If your house is damaged, they they are wearing identification. could escape and get lost. • Have any medications and a supply of pet food and water • Be patient with your pets after a disaster. Try to get them ready inside watertight containers, along with your other back into their normal routines as soon as possible and be emergency supplies. ready for behavioral problems that may result from the stress of the situation. In Case You’re Not Home An evacuation order may come or a disaster may strike when To obtain a first aid book for your pet, visit a Humane you’re at work or out of the house. Society of Missouri Gift Shop. The book was produced by • Make arrangements in advance for a trusted neighbor to the American Red Cross and the Humane Society. take your pets and meet you at a specified location. • Be sure the person is comfortable with your pets, knows where your animals are likely to be, knows where your disaster supplies are kept and has a key to your home. • A pet-sitting service may be able to help, but talk to them in advance.

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Bark in the Park is set for Saturday, May 17 at Cricket Field in Forest Park. Put the “fun” in fundraising while we help dogs who don’t have a best friend. This is the largest dog festival in the Midwest, sponsored by our friends at Purina. All Bark in the Park proceeds go to the Dr. Doolittle Fund to provide veterinary care for animals in our shelters.

Fetch your family, friends, co-workers and canines and get registered for THE canine event of the year. It’s so easy to register and form a team. Anyone can donate to your team with just the click of a mouse! Visit hsmo.org/bark for more information and creative fundraising ideas to get you started on your way to helping homeless animals!

Treats for You While there is no reward greater than the pleasure of helping homeless dogs, individuals and teams also receive well- deserved treats. Fundraising prizes accumulate. The more pledges you raise, the more cool stuff you earn. If you’re on a team, you’ll earn prizes for your individual fundraising efforts and also share in many great team rewards. it’s so easy to sign up and start raising money! Learn more and register online at www.hsmo.org/bark.

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Volunteer for Animals and Join the Fun! “The Fine Print” Without help from volunteers, it will be ARF-ully ruff Special Events volunteers must be 16 years or older. Event to achieve a bark-eriffic success. Please let us know if volunteers are required to attend the Humane Society of you can help. Missouri Volunteer Orientation prior to May 17 in addition Before the Event to the Bark in the Park training to be held in May. Volunteer • Assisting with mailings orientations are held monthly. • Setting up at Cricket Field on Friday, May 16 For more information or to volunteer, contact Lauren • Bag stuffing Connors at (314) 951-1577 or [email protected]. Day of Event • Registration and check-in • Walk route water stations • Dog handlers (for registration and food court areas) • Ticket sales...and more!

RReewards for Good Behavior Grand Prize $100+ $300+ The top individual fundraiser • Cooler Bag • Fleece Travel Throw wins a fabulous vacation for two! plus everything plus everything above above $25+ • Bone-Shaped Charm $150+ $500+ • Doggie Water • Digital Camera $75+ Bottle plus everything • Nylon Drawstring Backpack plus everything above • Digital/Audio Device Holder above plus everything above $200+ Individuals and teams • Camping Chair with Carrying Bag earn their own treats plus everything above at Bark in the Park!

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20 Years of Caring Longmeadow Rescue Ranch

In 2008, Longmeadow Rescue Ranch celebrates two decades of rescues, rehabilitation and adoption of horses and farm animals. One of the largest facilities of its kind in the country, the ranch has earned a national reputation for excellence in rehabilitation and adoption to loving homes. At any one time, as many as 300 animals from throughout the Midwest call Longmeadow Rescue Ranch their safe haven until they are adopted. Staff members and volunteers work to socialize and rehabilitate horses, goats, pigs and the occasional llama or emu. Chickens, ducks, geese and other fowl are also part of the menagerie. Longmeadow Rescue Ranch began with the dream of Edwin B. (Bud) Meissner, horse-lover and long-term board member of the Humane Society of Missouri. Meissner persuaded his friend George Packwood to donate land in order to establish a safe haven for abused and neglected horses and farm animals. thanks to Meissner’s passion and Packwood’s gift, Longmeadow Rescue Ranch opened in 1988 on 165 acres near Union, Missouri. Until new facilities could be built, the staff made use of existing buildings on the property to house the animals and

Above left: Entrance to the ranch circa 1988. run the daily operations. Above right: Barn Buddies traveled to New York “We joked that we had the only chicken house in the state with a desk and to appear on The Today Show in 2006. phone,” said Earlene Cole, ranch director.

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Rescue Mission Realized For the first five years, the ranch was involved in only one or two rescues a year. One of the first occurred when a cow and a few pigs fell off a truck. The farm animals were in surprisingly good shape, unlike the Corvette involved in the accident. In the match between fiberglass versus porcine strength, the pig was the clear winner. As staff and expertise grew, and word spread about Longmeadow Rescue Ranch, the number of rescues steadily increased to 20 or 30 a year. Twenty years ago, 94 animals came to Longmeadow; last year the figure was 579. Along with Humane Society statewide investigators, the ranch responds to calls in suspected cases of mis- treatment or neglect. In most cases, owners are first counseled about taking care of their animals. When Hi, my name is D repeated recommendations aren’t heeded and animals on. continue to be in jeopardy, the Humane Society of I am a fawn and white Indian Runner duck Missouri works with local law enforcement to remove who came to Longmeadow in November 2007. them. New arrivals are usually underweight or injured, I have a signature tuft of feathers on my and wary of people. “This is the first time that most head that gives me a unique look. animals we receive have been with caring humans,” Take me home. I’ll “quack” you up! said Cole, “and we have to establish trust.”

The new Healing Bay Barn nearing completion

Before

Future Home of the Potbellied Pig Playhouse

During Demolition

During Construction

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barn, two more stables and a “playhouse” for the scores of potbellied pigs abandoned after the once-popular fad ended. The Longmeadow Capital Campaign was co-chaired by Louise and Richard Jenson and Pam and Cal Nicholson. the names of the buildings help tell the story of the ranch that donors built over the next three years. the centerpiece of the ranch, the Longmeadow Learning Center, is named for the Dana Brown Charitable Trust and the Caleb C. and Julia W. Dula Foundation. Several donors provided the means to build the Healing Bay Barn for animals quarantined after they are rescued until a veterinarian checks them. Hi, my name i the barn benefactor list includes Robert Addis, the Dula s Sue. Foundation, Carol Hohenberger, John Allen Love Foundation, and The Skirball Foundation. I am a six-year-old Sorrel Quarter Horse rescued from a semi trailer accident Thelma Zalk donated funds for the Zalk Rest Well Stables, Hi, my name is in September 2006. The trainer has taught me a home for senior horses awaiting adoption. Poppy’s Shelter Don. to accept a saddle and rider and picnic and outdoor meeting area was given by Helen and Bill I’m becoming more comfortable being ridden. Gilbert in honor of a favorite horse. I am a fawn and white Indian Runner duck I’m ready for my Second Chance. who came to Longmeadow in November 2007. the Hoof It Up outdoor arena was a gift of Mr. and I have a signature tuft of feathers on my Mrs. S.C. Baer, Jr. Sandy v Richard Aversa provided funds for head that gives me a unique look. the Potbellied Pig Playhouse, which will be home to other Take me home. I’ll “quack” you up! the largest horse rescue in ranch history was in Greene small- and medium-sized hooved animals. County in January 2005, when the sheriff’s department Longmeadow Rescue Ranch animals are also beholden to requested the assistance of the Humane Society and the Anheuser Busch Companies, Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc., Longmeadow with 120 horses in desperate circumstances. Enterprise Rent-A-Car Foundation, Mr. and Mrs. William F. Loading the emaciated animals took from 3:30 p.m. the first Holekamp, Mr. and Mrs. B.J. Honeycutt, and Mr. and Mrs. day to 5:30 the next morning. Michael Tilton. Mr. and Mrs. Edward G. Throop made their More recently, in September of 2006, 41 horses were on gift in honor of Earlene Cole, ranch director. Lorraine Remmers their way to a slaughterhouse when their truck and double created the Lorraine and James Peck Memorial Fund for deck trailer overturned on Interstate 44 near Sullivan, the ongoing support of the ranch in honor of her mother Missouri. Some horses did not survive; the others were who loved horses. taken to equine hospitals and, eventually, the ranch. George D. Tomazi, a retired construction engineer, three mares aboard the trailer were pregnant. Two donated his time and expertise as construction manager for miscarried but one, a thoroughbred named Mama by Longmeadow expansions and renovations, an ongoing position Longmeadow staff, miraculously gave birth in April 2007 he has held since 2002. He and his wife Lois, a volunteer dog to a healthy, feisty colt named Twist of Fate. walker, have an anniversary of their own: 50 years of marriage. A Howell County rescue in June of 2007 set the record for the most animals rescued — five horses, 61 goats, 53 ducks and ducklings, 99 chickens and chicks, 11 turkeys, five dogs, Staff Salute one cat, eight exotic birds and 10 doves. Longmeadow Rescue Ranch animals never go on vacation. We salute the staff who provide their care Donors Build the Ranch every day of the year. The original milk barn and chicken house, still in use, were Earlene Cole Ranch Assistants joined by a stable a few years later. The building contained Ranch Director Linda Chapman Terri Rock 11 stalls, tack room, wash rack and a small room that “multi- Amanda Hirshberg Nicole Howarth Jamie Swoboda Ranch Manager Christine Ingram Michele Terschluse tasked” as an office, kitchen, lunchroom, meeting place and, Leonard Scott Jaycox Vanessa Kaighin Nick Williams at times, even an animal nursery. Trainer Heather Miller ten years after the first building was erected, the Becky Pemberton Sandy Omer Education Coordinator Humane Society of Missouri asked for financial assistance Teresa Rickey for renovation of existing buildings and the addition of a

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Barn Buddies Animal Happy Tails Ambassador Corps Launched Twenty years of leadership from the Humane Society In 2002, the Barn Buddies program was introduced to of Missouri Board of Directors and the hard work of help cover the cost of feed, board and medical care for Longmeadow’s dedicated staff, kind volunteers and generous Longmeadow animals. A thousand pound pig named Snortin donors, have resulted in one of the most comprehensive horse Norton is a founding member of the club. Like Arnold Ziffel, and farm animal rescue and rehabilitation centers in the country. the pig on Green Acres, he is a pet, not livestock. He arrived whether horses and farm animals need temporary shelter as a youngster weighing 40 pounds and still rolls over to have while they await adoption, or have been impounded by law his feet clipped. enforcement as evidence in abuse cases, Bud Meissner wanted Barn Buddy sponsors select a specific animal that will them to receive the same loving care as the dogs, cats and someday be adopted, or an educational mascot like Amigo, a critters at the Humane Society shelters in St. Louis. With miniature horse that visits school children. Barn Buddies are Longmeadow Rescue Ranch, his dream has become reality. part of the Longmeadow educational program that includes To learn more about Longmeadow Rescue Ranch or to sponsor summer day camps. Children learn the role of horses and a Barn Buddy, visit www.longmeadowrescueranch.org or farm animals in the ecosystem as well as an appreciation call (636) 583-8759. Open houses are held at the ranch every for their intrinsic value. (See page 7) Saturday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Director Celebrates 20 Years, Too

Earlene Cole has been at Longmeadow Rescue Ranch volunteer investigator for the Humane Society of Missouri. since the beginning days when the office was in the In those days, there was only one paid investigator for the chicken house. entire state, greatly limiting response time to suspected Her love of animals dates back to her girlhood on the abuse cases. Volunteers like Cole were crucial assistants. ranch in Arizona and New Mexico. Her life there foretold in 1988 Cole joined the full-time staff of Longmeadow. her destiny. “We As the ranch grew so did Cole’s role and in 1989, she were allowed one became director. The animals are always there needing dog and one cat. attention and care, and for the most part, so was Cole. I was always “We’ve nursed babies day and night, helped mares bring rescuing strays foals into the world — it’s always in the middle of the and attempting to night! — and rescued all kinds of animals in all kinds of cajole my father weather and unusual situations,” remembers Cole. “You do into letting me it for the animals. They’ve suffered and deserve everything keep it. Instead, we can do for them. The best is when we find just the right I had to find home for an animal we weren’t sure would make it when it another home first came in.” for it.” Since 1988, the number of animals rescued each year Her work has increased from 94 to 579. The increase has added long with the Humane hours and thousands of miles on the road, but Cole is Society of Missouri undaunted. She continues to rise with the chickens and to actually pre-dates check on every single animal at night before she goes to the ranch. In 1984, bed. Congratulations, Earlene, for 20 years of dedicated she signed up as a service to the animals! Earlene Cole, Ranch Director, and Albert.

16 www.longmeadowrescueranch.org www.hsmo.org Winter 2008 Longmeadow Rescue Ranch Barn Buddies and Sponsors Meet Every Saturday Longmeadow’s Barn Buddy animal ambassadors enjoy going to special events so the public can learn what it takes to care for a llama, horse, pig, duck or goat. Barn Buddy sponsors help buy the food and medicine each animal needs for up to one year. Barn Buddy sponsorships make great gifts for birthdays, holidays and other special occasions. The gift recipient receives a Certificate of Care, a photo and biography of the animal. Best of all, sponsors can visit their special animal, and all the Barn Buddies, every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the ranch. Drop by the gift shop at Longmeadow, newly opened this winter, and check out the great gifts for animal lovers. All proceeds help with our rescue efforts. Hi, my name is Blackie. For more information, visit www.longmeadowrescueranch.org or contact the Humane Society of Missouri (314) 951-1542 I am three-year-old Pygmy/Toggenberg goat. or [email protected]. I was rescued in the summer 2005 from sub-standard living conditions. I was adopted, but returned in April 2007. I’m a good girl looking for a great home. Mama Come visit me today!

Snortin’ Nortin

Amigo Ranch Cams Go Live! Watch what’s happening at Longmeadow with our new Ranch Cams! See Twister, our miracle colt, and other Barn Buddies. Visit www.longmeadowrescueranch.org today!

Tails www.longmeadowrescueranch.org www.hsmo.org 17 Rescues and Investigations Dogs Rescued from Unsanitary Conditions in Dunklin County Working in cooperation with the Dunklin County Sheriff’s Department, the Humane Society of Missouri rescued 45 dogs, a cat and two birds on January 11. The property, located near Kennett, Missouri, is owned by a licensed veterinarian. All the dogs endured very unsanitary conditions. Feces covered the floors in the house and exterior grounds and trash was piled up in various rooms of the house. Some succumbed to the harsh conditions, as evidenced by an open pit of decomposing dogs found in the front yard. the rescued dogs were brought to Humane Society Headquarters in St. Louis for triage and treatment. Many of the animals have severely matted hair and eye infections and 22 of the dogs tested positive for heartworms. The animals will remain in the custody of the Humane Society of Missouri until the disposition hearing is scheduled in Dunklin County. Too many missing teeth allowed this dog’s tongue to fall out of his mouth. the rescued dogs include poodles, cocker spaniels, cockapoos (cocker and poodle mix) and other breed mixes. If custody of the dogs is awarded to the Humane Society of Missouri, as many animals as possible will be made available for adoption. But, due to their poor condition, it may be weeks before the dogs are available. Care for animals rescued from horrible conditions is costly. If you would like to help, please donate to our Chi Chi Fund. Contact the Development Department, (314) 951-1542 or email [email protected].

A Humane Society rescuer comforts a grateful dog.

The Humane Society of Missouri established the Chi Chi Fund The Chi Chi Fund to help us prevent, investigate and heal abuse so that animals Dedicated to investigating, healing and may live safely in loving families. preventing animal abuse. To support the Chi Chi fund visit www.hsmo.org/chichi or The Fund was established in 2007 in memory of a young call (314) 951-1542. Schnauzer mix who lost her life as a result of heinous cruelty. To report suspected animal abuse or neglect in Missouri, Chi Chi suffered horribly after being shot, burned and please call (314) 647-4400. Reports are taken 24 hours a day inflicted with numerous fractures. and can be made confidentially.

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In Honor of Animals In Honor of People Mr. and Mrs. Harris J. Frank Michael James Gutchewsky Jake and Dottie O’Brien 60th Wedding Anniversary Nipher Social Committee The Klepacki Family Calley Sedgwick Barbara and Barry Beracha’s Jo Ann and Leslie Grodsky Tootsie and Sparky Olson 40th Wedding Anniversary HSMO Education Department Jolena Pang’s Birthday Mr. and Mrs. William T. O’Byrne Pixie and Bob Messey Ms. Brigid O’Brien Mrs. Susan Pang Jo Jo Brown Barbara and Mike Newmark Ms. Cara F. Brown Marilyn Beto Mel and Joy Dunkelman Deb Kaufman’s Birthday Jan and Ron Pass’ Special Mr. and Mrs. Alan W. Kerr Wedding Anniversary Joy and Maggie Mr. Howard Witsma Gamlin and Nord Dr. and Mrs. Steven Plax Mr. and Mrs. Steven G. Gentry Dr. Evelyn Bock Wedding Guests Cindy Kostial’s Birthday Anheuser-Busch Companies Pratt Wedding Party Murdoch & Hamish Ms. Kathy Anderson Mrs. Ann Gamlin Mr. Gregory Pratt Ms. Grace Lee Jeanne Bragg’s 90th Dr. and Mrs. Ted Garrett Laura Mr. and Mrs. Robert Gaylor Mary Riley Riley, Jack and Milo Birthday Sparky Olson Ms. Marilyn M. Gorman Ms. Renee Boyd Ms. Linda Ady Barb Geier T.J. Lindhorst Ms. Mandy Schoedel Linda Cates Ms. Janet M. Patterson Ms. Brigid O’Brien Ms. Angela Schaefer Betty and Jim Bowers and Stephanie, Jan, Hannah, Savannah Sarah George Andrew Lux Buffy II Rebecca and Michelle Ms. Alison Cox The George Foundation The Franks Cecelia Matt Gillis Virgina Simerman’s Birthday Seymour Richard Gilbert and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Gaylor Arline and Muffy Ms. Suzanne Germain Jennifer Berends Dr. Charles Mannis Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth S. Matt Sorrell’s Birthday Smokey Jon and Lisa Clyne 1st Djinni and Mark Anniversary Kranzberg Mrs. Ann M. Boggiano Ms. Sandra Clayton Grayhem and Postawko Mr. and Mrs. Jon Clyne Barb McClain’s Birthday Carol and Tim Tinsleys 50th Smokey Wedding Guests Mr. and Mrs. Daniel E. McClain Wedding Anniversary Ms. Eleanor Hoefle Lenora Copenhaven Mr. Ben Postawko and Sarah and George Sally Miller Jerry and Ginny Wright Snoopy’s Friend’s Ms. Kellie Grayhem Mordy and Bev Rischall Hunter Toebe’s 2nd Birthday Mr. Gorman E. Morris Jim Cornwell and Buddy Nadine Gierse’s and Bebe Linda, Emily and Teddy Augusta’s 100th Birthday Ms. Bobi Toebe Sweetie Greenberg’s Birthday Ms. Dee C. Schor Chuck Wilson Bonnie Buron Mary Covell Mollie, Kay, Rita, Fritzie and Ms. Kimberly S. Ottersbach Ruby Paul Myer Avon Belfi Tyler Mrs. Marcus Brown Elizabeth Wright’s Birthday Ms. Jean Brumback Debie Erb Don and Daphene Groppe’s Barbara Meyer and Brutus 50th Wedding Anniversary Lisa Nouss Mr. and Mrs. Matthew M. Ms. Nancy Stubhart Kim Olson McCarthy

Special Tribute for the Pattering Paws Honorees by Lynne and Brooks Parriott

Miss Abby Mr. Finn Mr. Lokai Miss Polly Miss Tootsie Mr. Alexander Mr. Freckles Mr. Lucky Mr. Rhett Mr. Tucker Miss Allie Miss Georgia Miss Lucy Mr. Rodeo Miss Tulip Miss Angel Miss Gibby Miss Lucy Mr. Romeo Mr. Tux Mr. Antonio Miss Ginger Mr. Mac Miss Rosebud Mr. Wally Mr. Auggie Miss Ginger Miss Maggie Miss Sadie Mr. Willie Miss Basil Miss Godiva Miss Maggie Miss Sage Mr. Willy Miss Beale Miss Grace Miss Magnolia Mr. Sampson Miss Winnie Miss Birdie Miss Graci Mr. Maitou Miss Scarlett Mr. Winston Mr. Boggie Mr. Harley Miss Maize Mr. Scout Mr. Wishbone Miss Bree Mr. Henry Mr. Marvin Miss Skittles Mr. Zero Mr. Brey Miss Haley Miss Mattie Miss Sophie Miss Zillapee Mr. Cham Miss Honey Miss Maxine Mr. Sport Miss Zoe Mr. Chase Miss Hope Miss Mia Miss Stinger Mr. Zeus Miss Chole Mr. Iggy Miss Millie Miss Sugar Miss Scarlett Mr. Clyde Miss Hunter Miss Mo Mr. Sunny Miss Pimm Mr. Corky Miss Inky Miss Mollie Miss Sweet Pea Miss Francis Miss Contessa Miss Isabelle Miss Molly Miss Tally Mr. Zeke Mr. Corky Mr. J.R. Miss Muffin Mr. Taro Mr. Rufus Miss Daisy Mr. Jake Mr. Murphy Mr. Ted Mr. JoJo Miss Deliah Mr. Jorge Mr. Nicholas Mr. Thomas The “Chik” Girls Mr. Dobie Miss Kitty Mr. Patriot Mr. Thomas Mr. Scout Miss Dottie Mr. Kobe Mr. Peter Miss Thunder Mr. Bubba Mr. Duncan Miss Lacey Miss Poketa Miss Tiffin Mr. Max Miss Elke Miss Lanine Miss Polly Miss Tiger Miss Heather Miss Emma Miss Lizzi

Tails www.longmeadowrescueranch.org www.hsmo.org 21 You Can Help Planning for the Future Is Always Changing

Estate planning is constant: You accumulate, conserve and specific or a residuary bequest is a good way to get started. distribute your estate as you believe is appropriate. But the A specific bequest gives the Humane Society of Missouri a practice of estate planning is ever-changing, or at least it specific dollar amount or a specific asset. A residuary bequest should be. Families change, assets change, and we all know gives the Humane Society a percentage of your estate after that tax laws change! Thus, the need to keep planning and other bequests are made and estate-related expenses are paid. reviewing your plan is ever constant. You may or may not need an attorney to write your will, Ask yourself this: If you died today, would you be com- but it is wise to have an attorney draft your will to make it fortable knowing that you had accumulated and conserved legally acceptable and accomplish what you want it to do, your assets as you had planned? And would your will do including remembering those charities that you wish to help what you had intended? Remember to review your will and carry on their vital work. trust(s) each year, inventory your assets and consider the economic climate when doing this. This annual review Remember these three steps to powerful giving: enables you to consider the major beneficiaries you had • Make lifetime gifts to enjoy the pleasure your gifts bring, as named previously. well as reduce your taxable estate Are there new children or grandchildren to be consid- • Use well-planned charitable gifts to your beliefs and values. ered? Or a marriage, divorce or separation? What about • Let your will be your last act of love. your favorite charities? Contact or call Patricia R. Cassens, CFRE, (314) 951-1584 where should you begin to name the Humane Society of or email [email protected]. Missouri as a beneficiary? Deciding if you want to make a

Our Animal Friends Want the Keys to Your Old Car!

Donate your old cars to help animals in need! It’s EASY as 1-2-3! 1. Sign the back of your automobile title where it says “signature of seller.” 2. Include your phone number and current address. 3. Deliver or mail your signed title to: The Humane Society of Missouri, Development Office, 1201 Macklind Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63110 It doesn’t matter if your car is in running condition or not! The Humane Society will arrange to pick up the car and send you a letter that you can use to claim your tax deduction. For more information, please call the Development Department at (314) 951-1519 or email [email protected].

22 www.longmeadowrescueranch.org www.hsmo.org Winter 2008 You Can Help Wish List Our complete list can be found at www.hsmo.org. To donate any of the items below, please call the number listed. All donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent provided by law. If this issue of Tails is reaching you outside the St. Louis area, please remember your nearest animal shelter. Our biggest wish is a home for every homeless pet. Please spay or neuter your pets. Adoption Centers • Digital camera • Large collapsible kennels • 60 HP 40 jet board motor for St. Louis • Large Tupperware-type bowls that can be sent home with flood rescue boat with lids foster parents. (314) 951-1541 Veterinary Medical Centers • Fabric softener sheets • Premier or martingale- Westport Area Branch St. Louis • Tool kit type collars (petite and (314) 951-1585 (314) 951-1557 small sizes) Chesterfield Valley Center Westport Area Branch Education • New/unused cat litter boxes (636) 530-0806 (314) 951-1590 (314) 951-1578 • Puppy pads • Harnesses and collars, Chesterfield Valley Center • Animal-related children’s • New/gently-used animal all sizes (636) 530-0807 books carriers (medium & large size) • Heat lamps • Humidifier, tabletop size • Gift cards to Michael’s Crafts, • Cat litter • Fans (four-gallon and smaller) Borders Books and Barnes • Dog beds (medium or large) • Cat beds, bedding and • Fluffy bathroom rugs, and Noble • Toys (soft, plush, washable houses, all types stuffed animals and similar • Subscriptions to animal- toys for young animals • Catnip to comfort sick pets related publications to cuddle with, plus any • Medium and large • Towels, blankets and quilts • Laminating sheets kind of dog and cat toys animal carriers • Heating pads and hot • Glossy photo finish paper for active play) • Supplies, such as professional for printer water bottles grade cordless grooming • Colored paper Pet Behavior Program for • Cushioned mats for large dogs clippers with #40 blades, • Bulletin board paper the shelter animals • Newspaper nail clippers, brushes and • Unused markers (314) 951-1510 • Leashes and collars shampoo • Paper towels • New/gently used Gentle • Professional grade cordless • Washable toys • Hand soap (animal-friendly Leaders and/or 6-ft. leather grooming clippers • Purina treats and dog biscuits brand please) or nylon leashes Longmeadow Rescue Ranch • Rubbermaid-type storage • Model Magic Clay • Gift Certificate to Dogwise. (636) 583-8759 containers • Slick paint/puff paint com, Barnes & Noble or • Large portable Vari-kennels • Stainless steel medical-grade • Fun foam Amazon.com (behavior and (use for goats and potbellied gurney • Fabric markers training books to use for pigs) • Cloth gurney • Colored tissue paper shelter dogs and the helpline) • Plastic sandboxes or kiddie • Blankets, towels and • Animal stickers • Buster Cubes, Kongs or treat pools to fill with water to wash cloths • New poster board balls and other treat dispensing keep the pigs cool in summer • Newspaper • Ink stamp pads (any color) toys (provide environmental • Medical supplies (Vet wrap, • Copy and computer paper and animal-related stamps enrichment for both shelter Roll cotton, Brown gauze (either unshredded or single- • Blank media CDs and foster animals) (4"), Gauze pads (4" x 4") cut shredded) • Fabric markers • Subscription to Whole Dog • Cotton lead ropes • Cardboard flats (from soda or • Fabric paint (like Tulip slick) Journal, Bark Magazine, or • Break away halters in all pet food cases) for disposable (any colors) Dog Watch Journal (behavior sizes (especially young ones) litter boxes • Plain white T-shirts (all sizes) publications) • Gift certificates for feed • Paper towels new, please • White copy paper – sizes stores, tack stores, etc. • Bleach • Plastic table cloths (any color) 8½" x 11" and 11" x 17" • Manure forks • Treats and toys for cats • Poster board paper (used to make behavior • Hog or cattle panels and rabbits • Bradburn’s gift cards information packets for • Metal fence posts and/or • Kwik Stop styptic powder • Color markers adopters and helpline callers plastic top caps or gel • Color construction paper — vital for our program) • Fuel storage tank (diesel) • Canned dog and cat food • Color computer paper • Stall bedding (wood pellets • Heating pads and hot • Kind News subscription Rescues and Investigations water bottles (314) 951-1514 or baled shavings) • Portable tub Foster Parent Program • New Vari-kennels for • Surgery sponsors or gift • Bandanas, all sizes (314) 802-5710 large dogs certificates to veterinarians and patterns • Kitty Condos with perches • Data projector for animal • Copy machine • Litter boxes (small (used to confine litters of welfare presentations to • Dump bed trailer or medium) kittens. They provide a lot legislators and prosecutors • Western saddles • Cat beds for nursing of vertical climbing space) • Bumper-pull three-horse • 2-way walkie-talkies mother cats • Portable exercise-pens used trailer with removable center • Veterinary drug manual to confine litters of puppies. divider, aluminum preferred

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B080125, B080126 Here’s a “win-win” for both the Humane Can You Relate? Society and the Breast Cancer D120155 B080125, B080126 Foundation. Your entire purchase H160005 “Well Bred” and “Well B031103 Our Pet Memorial NEW C120121 Our new “Cat benefits the animals at the Fed” adds a touch of whimsy to Candle may be the perfect tribute Mom” sweatshirt is silk screened Humane Society of Missouri our Longmeadow Rescue Ranch for someone who has lost their in silver and black on a cool and the manufacturer donates baby bib! Reversible (back side furry friend. It brings light into blue cotton/poly sweat. Cat a portion of their proceeds to plain — yellow with green trim) that dark time that accompanies Mom Sweat M,L,XL $25 XXL $28 the Breast Cancer Foundation. and velcro closure. Longmeadow the passing of a treasured B080125 Find A Cure Mug Bib $9.95 companion. When words are H160000 A work of art unto Cat $6.95 not enough...a gift of solace. itself, the real beauty of our B080126 Find A Cure Mug H160006 Our signature Memorial Candle $18.95 custom-designed throw is Dog $6.95 Longmeadow Rescue Ranch logo that it features animals rescued adorns the front of this infant and cared for by the Humane onesie — back says “Giddy Up.” Society of Missouri and Serene green. 100% cotton. Longmeadow Rescue Ranch! Machine wash cold. Available in 6-12 mos., Longmeadow Throw $39.95 12-18 mos. and 18-24 mos. Longmeadow Onesie $16.95

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If the shoe fits... carry it!

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C120120 H120075 H120079 H110004 This beautiful pin D124033 One of our best sellers, evokes the gentle spirit of horses. Dances with Woofs features Silver Pin Art® with enamel green happy dancing dogs silk screened and pink flowers. Measures 23/8". on an ash grey cotton/poly blend Horse w/Flowers Pin $10 sweatshirt. Dances with Woofs Sweat S,M,L,XL $25 XXL $28 C120120 Every cat owner can relate to this sweatshirt covered H120079 Our handsome in pet hair on both sides. White Horseshoe Checkbook Cover and metallic gold silk screening features an inside zippered pocket on a navy blue cotton/poly sweat. for cash and receipts, a vinyl Cat Hair Sweat S,M,L,XL $25 divider for duplicates, two pockets XXL $28 and a pen loop. Horseshoe D080461 D031486, D031487 Checkbook $6.95 H120075 The perfect size to D031486-D031487 Twist ‘n Treat the Buddy Berries™ Treats are carry your necessities, our cotton D080461 For many of us, our This patented toy unscrews ideally shaped for use in the top-zip purse is fully lined and pets are like our children! What for easy loading of treats. The Twist ‘n Treat™ and are irresistible features an interior slip pocket, better way to display your opening can be adjusted wider treats with a chicken coating. adjustable mesh shoulder strap precious pets’ photo than in this for easier access to treats or close D031486 Twist ‘n Treat-M $10.99 and two large side exterior black and white painted wood it down for longer playtime. D031487 Twist ‘n Treat-L $15.99 pockets with a center snap frame? Holds a 4" x 6" photo. Two sizes available, dishwasher D031489 Buddy Berries $4.95 closure. 12" x 8" x 4". Horseshoe Fur Child Frame $12.95 safe, top rack. Also available, Purse $22.95 Your purchase helps us rescue more homeless animals. ✁ Please enclose payment and mail to: Humane Society of Missouri — Gift Shop, 1201 Macklind Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63110. Questions? Call (314) 951-1566 10 am to 6 pm Monday through Friday. Order Form Your purchase helps us rescue more homeless and abused animals. Qty Item# Description Size Price Total Please enclose your check, money order or credit card information as indicated. Do not enclose cash. Check Money Order Discover MasterCard Visa AmEx Acct. # Exp. Date Payment: Authorized Signature Name Address Ship to: Ship City State Zip Shipping & up to $20.00: $5.95 $60.01-$80.00: $9.95 Subtotal Day Phone Evening Phone Handling:Tails $20.01-$40.00: $7.95 $80.01-$100.00: $10.95 www.longmeadowrescueranch.orgS/H www.hsmo.org  $40.01-$60.00: $8.95 over $100.00: $11.95 Total Please include a phone number. We will only call in case of questions concerning your order. Humane Society of Missouri Non-Profit 1201 Macklind Avenue Organization St. Louis, MO 63110 U.S. Postage www.hsmo.org PAID St. Louis, MO Permit #1381

WWWHSMOORG Name misspelled? Receiving duplicate copies? Please call (314) 951-1543 to change your address. 951-1543 Please call (314)

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