Humane Society of Missouri
Tails
20 Years of Caring
President’s
Update
Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Longmeadow Rescue Ranch
the mission of your Humane Society is to help all creatures great and small. in addition to dogs and cats, that includes horses as well as farm animals. Longmeadow rescue ranch is the Humane Society’s horse and farm
animal rescue and rehabilitation center
located just outside of St. Louis. horse rescue in Missouri’s history. More than 100 starving horses came to Longmeadow from Greene County. in August of that year, Longmeadow’s Director, Earlene Cole, served as incident Commander in a middle-of-thenight rescue on i-44 to save 42 horses trapped in the wreckage of a double deck trailer. this past summer, more than 250 goats, horses, ducks, chickens, turkeys, dogs, cats, exotic birds and doves were rescued from deplorable
conditions in the largest rescue in
Longmeadow’s history. no matter their number, every day we are, and will
continue to be, there for the abused
and neglected horses and farm animals who need us. the vision for the facility came from longtime Humane Society Board
Member, “Bud” (Edwin B.) Meissner.
thanks to his foresightedness,
Kathryn Wright Warnick
Board of Directors
Longmeadow became a reality in 1988. with Missouri’s agriculturally based origins, horses and farm animals have long populated our state in abundant
numbers. that tradition continues
today. Surprisingly, Missouri has one of the largest horse populations in the country. while most horse and farm animal owners provide solid
care for their animals, the need for
Longmeadow’s services has continued to grow to aid animals received from
negligent and abusive owners.
Officers
Chairman of the Board
Andrew Bresler
On the entertaining and fun side of
the fence, Longmeadow’s popular Barn Buddy program enables members of the public to sponsor Longmeadow’s animal ambassadors. Sponsors and their families may visit their Barn Buddies during Longmeadow’s Open House every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Directions
to Longmeadow are on the web site at
www.longmeadowrescueranch.org.
the Barn Buddy program is gaining national prominence with sponsors from every state in the union. And, our Barn Buddy stars, led by Mama Llama, have been featured twice on nBC’s
Today Show.
Vice Chairman and treasurer
robert w. Hull
President
Kathryn wright warnick
Vice President and Secretary
thomas O. McCarthy
Board Members
Geraldine Auger
errin r. Braddock Virginia M. Busch Jean e. Collins, Ph.D. Lauren Connors Kathie Day
this year, Longmeadow proudly celebrates its 20th anniversary showcasing greatly expanded and improved
facilities. the new state-of-the-art
barns and educational amenities at the ranch enable the staff and volunteers to provide first-class care to animals
in need while also educating children
about kindness and respect for all living creatures and proper care and
treatment for animals.
Harvey Fields Malcom ivey Dr. robb Jones Michael G. Josias, SPHr Mary C. Kullman
Ann Liberman Laurie Livingston Ann Marr
Dr. robert A. McCoy Pam nicholson George D. tomazi Janet torrisi-Mokwa
Dorie wilner
to all Longmeadow supporters and
Barn Buddy sponsors, thank you for
putting Longmeadow in the winner’s
circle when it comes to helping all those that whinny, neigh, baaa and moo! the great need for Longmeadow’s
services is evidenced by three significant
rescues during the past two years. in January 2006, we performed the largest
Directors Emeritus
edwin B. Meissner, Jr. Faye Beth O’Byrne
Hours and Locations
- Main Number
- (314) 647-8800
Headquarters
1201 Macklind Avenue St. Louis, MO 63110 Adoption Center Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. and Fri. 10 am-6 pm; Thurs. 10 am-7 pm; Sat. 10 am-4 pm; Sun. noon-4 pm
Contents
(314) 951-1562
Veterinary Medical Center Patients seen by appointment Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 am-6 pm Sat. 8:30 am-4 pm Behavior Helpline
(314) 951-1534
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- The Scoop
(314) 951-1540 (314) 951-1562 (314) 802-5709 (314) 951-1579 (314) 951-1566 (314) 951-1562
Cremation Service Dog Training
women’s Leadership Council news
Education Programs Gift Shop
Chesterfield Valley Adds Surgery and
Obedience/Behavior training Centers
Lost and Found Membership and Auto Donations (314) 951-1542
- Volunteer Opportunities
- (314) 951-1577
Make Your Pet a Pin-Up!
All Locations Closed Major Holidays
Westport Area Center
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- Ask the Vet
People Painkillers — toxic to Cats
Volunteer Spotlight
2400 Drilling Service Drive Maryland Heights, MO 63043
- Adoption Center
- (314) 951-1588
Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. and Fri. 10 am-6 pm; Thurs. 10 am-7 pm; Sat. 10 am-4 pm; Sun. noon-4 pm
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Meet Volunteers who Know
Veterinary Medical Center Patients seen by appointment Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 am-6 pm Sat. 8:30 am-4 pm
(314) 951-1590
A Good Deal!
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- Education
Chesterfield Valley Center
17357 Edison Avenue Chesterfield, MO 63005 Adoption Center
(636) 530-0805
we’ve Come a Long way in education...
All the way to Longmeadow!
(636) 530-0806
Hours: Mon. thru Fri. 10 am-6 pm; Sat. 10 am-5 pm; Sun. noon-4 pm
Summer Fun at Longmeadow
Veterinary Medical Center Surgery
(636) 530-0807 (636) 530-0807
rescue ranch!
Patients seen by appointment Obedience
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- Pet Advice
(636) 530-8255 (636) 530-7676
(636) 583-8759
Gift Shop
Doggone it! Don’t Fail Your Pets
Longmeadow Rescue Ranch
Union, MO — Adoption hours by appointment Open house every Saturday 11 am–3 pm
if Disaster Strikes
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Closed Major Holidays
Report Animal Abuse and Neglect
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- Bark in the Park 2008
(314) 647-4400
Come, walk, Stay, Play! Saturday, May 17
Web addresses: www.hsmo.org www.longmeadowrescueranch.org www.petshoppingspree.org
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- Longmeadow Rescue Ranch
20 Years of Caring at
Longmeadow rescue ranch
Behavior e-helpline: [email protected]
Administration
President
Kathryn W. Warnick
Debbie Hill
Barn Buddies Meet every Saturday
18 Rescues and Investigations
Vice President of Operations Chief Financial Officer
Anne Goeckner
Dogs rescued from Unsanitarty Conditions in Dunklin County
Director of Veterinary Services
Dr. Suzanne Saueressig
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Ranch Director
Earlene Cole
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- You Can Help
Director of Development
Judith Miniace, CFRE
tributes & Memorials
Director of Communications Education Director
Jeane Jae Sue Gassner Cyndi Nason
Planning for the Future
Adoption Centers Director
is Always Changing
Tails Staff
Editors
wish List
Tiffany Collins Karen Isbell
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- Gift Shop
Staff Contributors
Kathryn Wright Warnick Patricia Cassens, CFRE Lauren Connors
Linda Campbell Earlene Cole Jan DeFranco
On the Cover: Longmeadow Rescue Ranch
- Sue Gassner
- Jeane Jae
JoEllyn Klepacki Richard Rutz
Judith Miniace, CFRE
Suzanne Saueressig, D.V.M.
in 2007
Jessica Stegan
Design & Art Direction Cover Photography Photography
501creative, inc.
Mike Bizelli
Humane Society of Missouri Tails is a quarterly magazine published by the Humane Society of Missouri. The Humane Society of Missouri is dedicated to second chances. We provide a safe and caring haven to all animals in need — large and small — that have been abused, neglected or abandoned. Our mission is to end the cycle of abuse and pet over-population through our rescue and investigation efforts, spay/neuter 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.
Mike Bizelli, employees, volunteers and supporters of the Humane Society of Missouri
The Scoop
Women’s Leadership Council Briefed on Substandard Puppy Breeding Facilities
Debbie Hill, Vice President of Operations, and Tim Rickey, Director of rescues and investigations, updated members of the women’s Leadership Council and other animal lovers on november 13. the briefing covered three recent large-scale rescues of dogs from substandard breeders.
119 dogs and 250 farm animals were removed from deplorable conditions. Missouri tops the list of licensed and estimated unlicensed breeders throughout the country. Disreputable or unlicensed puppy mills often operate in blatant violation of existing state laws. while rescues are a critical part of the mission of the
Humane Society of Missouri, the greater issue is public education on responsible puppy buying practices, said Hill. Substandard puppy breeders thrive because they prey on consumers unaware of the mistreatment of the breeding stock. the presentation covered details of summer rescues in
Bollinger, Morgan and Howell counties in Missouri, where
Attendees also were briefed on what they can do to further educate the public and government leaders about the puppy mill industry.
For more information on animal-related legislation visit our website at www.hsmo.org and click on Join Us.
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
the bond with your puppy or dog. we now offer two levels of puppy classes and the multi-level family dog classes.
Obedience/Behavior Center.
Surgeries and Radiography
eventually, the course offerings will expand to as many as
30 different courses, mirroring those offered at our St. Louis City location, where programs are so popular there are waiting lists. if you suspect your dog has eaten a toy or a stick, our new full-service hospital is ready to help. the veterinarians at the
Chesterfield Valley Center can diagnose it and, if the foreign
object is there, surgically retrieve it.
For information on all services at Chesterfield Valley — adoptions, veterinary, obedience or unique pet-themed gifts and supplies — call (636) 530-0805 or visit www.hsmo.org.
the latest digital radiography equipment, and dental digital radiography, provide clearer images than film. in addition, images can be placed on a CD to send home with
the pet owners or e-mailed to veterinary specialists.
Our skilled veterinarians provide surgeries for removal of tumors or bladder stones, C-section deliveries, spay/neuter procedures, orthopedic surgery for fractures, dysplasia, floating kneecaps, repair of knee injuries and some types of arthritis. the clinic performs in-house blood work, treatment of disease and provides isolation wards and overnight hospital stays.
Your pets receive the best of care and you get the convenience 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.
Ask about our 20% percent discount on classes for dogs adopted from the Operation Pet Partners shelters (Humane Society of Missouri, Animal Protective Association of Missouri, St. Louis City Animal Center and St. Louis County Animal Control). This one-time discount applies to your first punch card for Family Dog or Puppy Class and is valid for up to four months after adoption.
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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- www.hsmo.org
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The Scoop
Make Your Pet a Pin-Up!
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 rabbits, birds and guinea pigs.
2009
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 Missouri, 1201 Macklind Avenue, St. Louis, Missouri, 63110.
3. Contest deadline is August 1, 2008. winners will be notified by phone or email. the calendar will be available in October 2008.
600 by 800 pixels and in JPeG (JPG) format. we also accept color prints in 4"x 6", 5"x 7" or 8"x 10" sizes. Unfortunately, we cannot accept Polaroid photos or copyrighted professional photographs. For clarity and quality photo reproduction, please do not stamp or write on the back of photos. we cannot return photos.
4. All entries must be in color, have horizontal layout, and contain well-focused, sharp images. we prefer submissions as digital photos, in 300 dpi (dots per inch) or higher,
Contest proceeds give second chances to homeless animals.
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.
Ask the Vet
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
Dr. Suzanne Saueressig, the first practicing female veteri- narian in Missouri, has been helping people with their pets at the Humane Society of Missouri since 1955. If you have a health question about your pet, e-mail [email protected].
patients that ingested these painkillers. in the cat, small amounts of aspirin are carefully utilized in certain blood clotting diseases under the supervision of a veterinarian.
Consult your veterinarian before administering any human
medication to any pet.
Operation Cat SNIP
An unspayed female cat, her mate and all their offspring, producing two litters per year, with 2.8 surviving kettens
Spay or neuter your cat for just $19.95 during April and May per litter can total:
every spring, summer and fall hundreds of kittens are brought to our shelters. they all need loving, caring homes. if we reduce the number of kittens born, they all will have chances for great homes.
1 year: 12 2 years: 67 3 years: 376 4 years: 2,107 5 years: 11,801 6 years: 66,088 7 years: 370,092 8 years: 2,072,514 9 years: 11,606,077
Stop the littering. Fix your cat.
Call today for an appointment at our St. Louis City or westport area Humane Society of Missouri Veterinary
Medical Centers. (314) 802-5700.
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- Winter 2008
Volunteer Spotlight
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 Gift Shop, where every purchase helps the homeless animals
in our shelters.
maybe i helped make a difference today.”
Marylyn started out volunteering at special events.
Although she enjoyed them, she wanted to be involved on a more regular basis. So, she gave the Gift Shop a try. it must be a good fit, because that was five years ago!
Donna started volunteering for the Humane Society of
Missouri more than a decade ago, first in the Headquarters Puppy Parlor as an adoption counselor. Over the years she has helped with clerical assignments, in the Veterinary Medical Center, with mobile adoptions, at special events, and by fostering. She has even come in on holidays to help clean cages and feed the animals.
“i am proud to volunteer at the Humane Society of
Missouri and support its mission,” explained Marylyn. “when i begin my shift, i look forward to seeing happy people and their happy pets. i especially enjoy seeing an animal that has been here for a long time, finally going to a forever home. the atmosphere in the Gift Shop is so pleasant. the staff, other volunteers and customers are so cordial that it makes my
volunteer experience very nice.”
As the organization’s volunteer needs changed, Donna decided to give the Gift Shop a try. She’s been volunteering at the Headquarters Gift Shop for several years and really
- enjoys it.
- Betty Ann Cohen, Gift Shop manager, added, “the
success of our Gift Shop depends on our dedicated, loyal volunteers. we are so grateful for their support!”
“i like meeting the adopters and their new bundles of joy,” she said. “i help them find the necessary supplies and make sure they don’t forget anything. to me, it’s all about the animals and being a part of their lives, even though it’s only
To become a volunteer, contact Lauren Connors, volunteer coordinator, at (314) 951-1577.
- Donna Rodden
- Marylyn Schiller
Education
We’ve AComlle atLhoneg WWay inaEyducation...
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 first grade through high school.
