PAWS CHICAGO

MAGAZINE Winter/Spring 2010

Howard Draft Draftfcb & The Shelter Pet Project spread the No Kill message

Hospice Foster Pet Emergency Providing a nurturing Guide home for pets with When to go to the ER terminal illness

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Four years ago, Sheryl and Chip Lesch came the experience. In the past, they had toured many across the PAWS Chicago Angels with Tails adoption shelters across the country, but never anything quite event on Michigan Avenue while visiting the city like this. Chip remarks, “The PAWS Chicago Adoption on vacation. These Florida natives were taken by & Humane Center is a beacon of light on a hill that the organization’s mission. One year later they will show other organizations this is the proper way decided to buy a home in Chicago and sought to do it.” Sheryl adds, “Someone understands how out more information about PAWS Chicago. to treat animals with the dignity and respect they so deserve – to all the dogs and cats. What a wonderful Sheryl and Chip incorporate their pets into role model and platform to spread across the country.” everything they do, never travel without them and the family always eats together. Currently, The Lesches decided to help secure the future the Lesches have two rescue dogs. Sammy was of PAWS Chicago by making a planned gift. In found tied up and dehydrated when Hurricane addition to leaving a legacy for homeless pets, Charlie hit Florida and Emily was a sickly six- they know that PAWS Chicago will also care for month-old rescued from a puppy mill, weighing Sammy and Emily, should the need arise. Chip less than one pound with no hair on her body. explains that “enrolling our pets into the Guardian Angel Pet Care Program is a reflection of our After deciding to become more involved with PAWS confidence that no matter what happens to us, we Chicago, Sheryl and Chip made a visit to the Adoption know our dogs will always be taken care of.” & Humane Center. Both were deeply touched by

A bequest to PAWS Chicago, the city’s largest No Kill humane organization, is a wonderful way to save the lives of homeless cats and dogs long after your lifetime. PAWS Chicago also has a program that enables you to provide for your own pet after your death.

For information on PAWS Chicago’s planned giving programs, please call (773) 890-5116 or visit www.pawschicago.org. Adoption & Humane Center 1997 N. Clybourn Avenue, Chicago Adoption Hours Weekdays Noon – 7pm about Weekends 11am – 5pm PAWS Chicago PAWS Chicago (Pets Are Worth Saving) is the city’s largest No Kill humane organization, focused on alleviating Chicago’s tragic pet homelessness problem. Since PAWS Chicago’s founding, the number of homeless pets killed in the city has been reduced by more than half – ―from 42,561 pets killed in 1997 to 19,288 in 2008. PAWS Chicago envisions a No Kill Chicago and that dream is within reach because of important lifesaving work that is being done every single day.

A National Model Adopt a homeless pet and save a life! People from across the nation are visiting PAWS Chicago Visit PAWS Chicago’s Adoption & Humane Center at every month to see how they can bring No Kill success 1997 N. Clybourn Avenue. New puppies, kittens, dogs to their communities. Only 10 years ago, PAWS Chicago and cats arrive daily from PAWS Chicago’s Admissions & was a fully volunteer grassroots organization. Now, PAWS Recovery Center. If you do not find what you are looking Chicago’s programs are recognized nationally. for at PAWS Chicago, please visit another No Kill shelter • PAWS Chicago’s Lurie Spay/Neuter Clinic is the or rescue group. largest free spay/neuter clinic in the nation, focused on assisting low-income families who cannot otherwise afford the procedure. Foster a homeless pet in need PAWS Chicago utilizes its foster network for sick or • PAWS Chicago’s Pippen Fasseas Adoption & Humane injured pets who need healing, or a little time, before Center is the first cageless, No Kill shelter of its kind they are able to be adopted and for kittens and puppies in the Midwest. Located in highly-visible Lincoln who are not old enough and do not weigh enough to be Park, this state-of-the-art Adoption Center is leading spayed or neutered. By placing these special needs pets the way in cutting edge programs and design. in foster homes, space is available in PAWS Chicago’s • PAWS Chicago has been recognized as one of the best Admissions & Recovery Center to save more homeless pets. run charities in the nation. Every year, PAWS Chicago has received the highest four-star rating by Charity Navigator, the nation’s largest independent charity Spread the word evaluator, for efficient use of donors’ funds. Your Without the public’s involvement, homeless pets will contributions go directly to saving animals’ lives. continue to die in silence. Become an advocate and voice for homeless pets. Get involved in your community and learn about what is happening to homeless pets. Inform Volunteer and give of yourself your family, friends, and neighbors about the reality that to the animals homeless pets face and why it’s critical to spay/neuter pets PAWS Chicago was founded as a volunteer organization and adopt from shelters. and has stayed true to its roots with more than 7,000 volunteers who work in intake, socialization, animal care, dog walking, adoption counseling, follow-up calls, Support No Kill efforts site managing, fundraising, fostering homeless pets in By donating to No Kill shelters, you will support life- need, event support, humane education and community saving work. Private resources should go to saving, not outreach and in every other capacity to help the animals. taking, lives. Without these caring, dedicated individuals, PAWS Chicago would not be possible. Table of Contents Table of Contents

COVER STORIES Seen on the cover: Howard Draft at the PAWS Chicago Adoption & Humane Center, photographed by Jessica Tampas. 12 Pet Emergency Guide When to go to the ER 26 Howard Draft Draftfcb & The Shelter Pet Project spread the No Kill message 33 Hospice Foster Providing a nurturing home for pets with terminal illness

IN THIS ISSUE 10 Roxette A foster tale with a happy ending 18 Winter Activities to share with your dog SAVE THE DATE 22 Dog Fighting A ring of violence 36 Run for Their Lives 37 All Paws on Deck Beach Party animalanimal magnetismmagnetism A PAWS Chicago Winter Celebration for People and Their Pets REGULAR FEATURES 8 Letters to Readers 30 Volunteer Spotlights Matthew Balgie, Heather Newcomb, David Maska 38 PAWS Chicago Profile Lisa Nowak 40 Kids Corner

42 Memorials & Tributes February 5, 2010 50 Adopt a Homeless Pet 7 p.m. – Galleria Marchetti PAWS Chicago Alumni 825 West Erie Street, Chicago PAWS CHICAGO ® ®

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All Angel Tales creative contributors (writing, photography, editing and design) have volunteered their services.

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Alexis Fasseas DESIGN DIRECTOR Amie White ADVERTISING Sarah Ahlberg WRITERS Sarah Ahlberg, Jessica Busch, Catherine Crown, Patty Donmoyer, Alexis Fasseas, Joan Harris, Barbara Royal, DVM, Jaclene Tetzlaff, Beth Wawrzaszek, Christine Witte PHOTOGRAPHERS Alexis Fasseas, Jennifer Girard, Dan Kasberger, Malia Rae Photography, David Sutton, Sutton Studios, Jessica Tampas, Von Buzard Photography

PAWS CHICAGO BOARD OF DIRECTORS Paula Fasseas, Founder and Chair Pam Carey, President Randall Sara, CPA, Secretary/Treasurer Bruce Crown, Angie DeMars, Mark Duggan, Peter Fasseas, Sonia Florian, Suzie Glickman, George Karcazes, Suzanne LeMignot, Amy Mack, Marla Minuskin, DVM, Bernice Pink, Barbara Royal, DVM, William Smithburg, Maria Smithburg, Michael Sweig, Jeff Thieman

PAWS CHICAGO ADVISORY BOARD Kathy Finley, Brenda Sexton

DEVELOPMENT BOARD President Vice President Treasurer Secretary & Membership Chair Amy Mack Amy Turk Maria Smithburg Chris Ksoll Hospitality Co‑Chairs Calendar Co‑Chairs Media Chair Bonnie Spurlock, Nancy Sterling Dana Fields, Julia Mickelson Jaclene Tetzlaff & Judy Tullman & Carol Walter

Denise Allen, Sharon Angell, Alison Ash, Nancy Baird, Wyllys Baird, Christine Bay Fisher, Janice Beck, Sharon Bergen, Aileen Blackwell, Lynn Block, Anne Boyle, Anita Bryant Mauro, Lynn Caldwell, Deborah Chapman, Anthony Contrucci, Sarah Cox, Tammy Cozzi, Angela DeMars, Jill DeVaney, Richard Doermer, Tara Dunne Stocker, Alexis Fasseas, Paula Fasseas, Sharon Faigin, Candace Fates, James Feldman, Dana Fields, James Foley, Susan Frank, Ruth Geller, Rita George, Susan Germaine, Joy Germont, Kimberly Gleeson, Suzie Glickman, Diane Goldberg Hunckler, Merle Gross, Marjorie Habermann, Casey Harris, Michelle Hebson, Frances Henkel, Virginia Holden, Cindy Hooper, Holly Hunt, Marian Hymen, Lynne Inman, Susan Jacobson, Shari Johnson, Candace Jordan, Robert Kabakoff, Rodger Kadet, Susan Karkomi, Linda Karp, David Kaufman, Ellie Keener-Fisher, David Klaskin, Christina Ksoll, Suzanne LeMignot, Alice Lerman, Sheryl Lesch, Stephanie Letchinger, Donald Lyons, Amy Mack, Karen Maisa, Christine Mallul, Elaine Markoutsas, Michael Marrion, Nicole McKay, Helen Melchior, Cari Meyers, Irene Michaels, Julia Mickelson, Jan Muller, Pamela Myerson-Gratz, Saq Nadeem, Kathleen Nowlin, Sharon O’Brien, Dawn O’Neal, Nancy Officer, Stasia Ogden, Diana Peterson Makowski, Pamela Phillips Weston, Bernice Pink, Mayari Pritzker, Suzanne Prysak, Ashley Quicksilver, Emily Raub, Sugar Rautbord, Barbara Rinella, Estrella Rosenberg, Maggie Ross, Edward Schwind, Brenda Sexton, Jennifer Shanahan, Alissa Shulkin, Heidi Simon, Maria Smithburg, Lisa Snider, Lori Souder, Patricia Spratt, Bonnie Spurlock, Virginia Stafman, Steven Stahler, Nancy Sterling, Jeanne Stoker, Lynne Styles, Jo Ann Sweig, Jessica Tampas, Jaclene Tetzlaff, Allison Thomas, Sherri Thornton-Pierce, Nancy Timmers, Howard Tullman, Judith Tullman, Amy Turk, John Vaile, Priya Valenti, Laura Wallace, Lori Wallis, Carol Walter, Lindsay Walter, Karen Williams

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us to grow our lifesaving efforts. Even in able to increase the number of free and difficult economic times, we have been able low-cost spay/neuter surgeries performed to do more, primarily because of the time at our Lurie Clinic from 15,000 to more invested by thousands of volunteers, which than 16,000 surgeries. This growth is not is equivalent to 60 additional full-time possible without the dedicated supporters employees. and volunteers who give so much to homeless pets. Together, we are truly As a volunteer, I know how important making a difference. it is to have a culture that encourages and enables volunteers to best utilize and With the continued support of our develop their talents. In 2010, we will community, we will reach our dream of a be kicking off our Volunteer Executive No Kill Chicago in the next three to five Leadership Training, which will provide years. Thank you for making our lifesaving more opportunities for volunteers work possible. interested in pursuing a career in animal welfare. Warm Regards, David Sutton, Sutton Studios This year, with even more homeless Dear Supporters, pets needing help, we were able to grow our adoption program by 20%, increasing As we enter a new year and a new the number of lives saved from 3,000 to Paula Fasseas decade, we are so grateful for our volun- 3,600 cats and dogs. And we were also Founder and Chair teers and supporters who have enabled

DEVELOPMENT BOARD LETTER

Dear Friends, Chicago is one of only a few charities in the nation that has consistently received This year, our Development Board has four-star ratings on Charity Navigator, the launched a new Desktop Calendar to largest independent charity evaluator. By help fund the costs of our new Adoption attending our events or donating to our Center. You can purchase the 2010 Desktop cause, you are making a big difference for Calendar on PAWS Chicago’s website or at homeless pets in our community. many of our retail partners throughout the city. You can also make your own pet a star Many thanks, by sponsoring a weekly page or monthly tab in the 2011 Desktop Calendar.

Please continue to keep homeless pets in mind. The more support PAWS Chicago Amy Mack Classic Kids Photography receives, the more lives we can save. PAWS Development Board President

Please email [email protected] or call 773.890.5118 to feature your pet in the 2011 Desktop Calendar.

8 Bean Whiskey Shadow Sam Gus

PAWS Chicago Helping Families in Economic Crisis

PAWS Chicago’s Crisis Care Foreclosure Program and Pet Food Bank was recently featured in the New York Times in an extensive article on how pets are faring in these difficult economic times. In 2009, PAWS Chicago took more than 125 pets into its foster network, providing a temporary foster home for cats and dogs of families displaced due to the economy. Once settled, pets return to their families, although some families who cannot find pet-friendly accommodations ask PAWS Chicago to find a new home for their pet.

PAWS Chicago is also helping make it affordable for people to keep their pets by providing free food, supplies and spay/neuter surgeries. The Pet Food Bank, supported by Petco and donations from the community, has assisted more than 600 pets this year, distributing more than 30,000 pounds of food to ensure families facing economic hardship can keep their pets. One of Chicago's premiere boutique dog walking Pictured above: Bean and Whiskey are four-year-old littermates who have agencies since 1997. been in foster care for three months while their family looks for a new home. Shadow, Sam and Gus came to the Crisis Care Program after their families were evicted. Customer Satisfaction is Measured Saving Tundra & Rosalie in Wagging Tails! Tundra was found by a good samaritan after being hit by a car and was rushed to a local emergency hospital for treatment. At the hospital For a Free Pet consultation she was diagnosed with a broken leg and it was discovered she was Give us a Bark! also pregnant. The next morning 773.871.0124 or Tundra was transferred to PAWS Visit us at Chicago for care and gave birth to a abarkinthepark.com litter of kittens within hours of her arrival. One kitten, Rosalie, survived Discounted rates for rescue dogs the trauma and with the help of an excellent and dedicated foster volunteer, Rosalie was given time to grow and Tundra was given time to heal her broken leg. Rosalie was Insured and Bonded adopted to a new family and Tundra Vet Recommended is at the Adoption Center awaiting a Member of PSI new home. 9 Roxette a foster tale with a happy ending

oxette arrived at Animal Care & Control as alone, which was not a problem since the home is part of a cruelty and neglect case, her fur bustling with constant activity. matted in painful knots. While there, the Soon, with love and affection, Roxy transformed R little three-year-old poodle mix gave birth into an active and confident pup. In turn, Roxy made to a litter of puppies. PAWS Chicago transferred an immediate, positive impact on so many people. A Roxette and her pups into the adoption program few residents who had exhibited signs of depression and immediately placed them in foster care. After and loss of interest became very engaged and reju- the puppies were old enough to be weaned, Roxette venated, showing great interest in Roxette’s care and became an in-house foster pet at Oakton Place – a well-being. senior home that offers indepen- dent living, long-term care, and Several weeks later, it was time rehabilitation – to provide love, for Roxy to return to PAWS Chi- companionship and therapy for cago for a medical check-up to residents. determine whether she was ready for adoption and then be spayed. When Roxette (nicknamed Everyone at Oakton Place was sad “Roxy” by the senior residents) to see her go. Not much time went first arrived at Oakton Place, she by before PAWS Chicago received was timid and very submissive. But a call: they decided to adopt Roxy her sweet and gentle nature was the and made Oakton Place her new perfect match. She also hated being forever home! Roxette and her puppies with their first foster family 10 Dear PAWS Chicago, Roxette has come a long way from the scared and shy dog that As soon as we got out of the car Roxette's tail went first arrived. Now she’s zipping straight up and was wagging with enthusiasm. She obviously all over the place and attacking remembered Oakton Place and ran toward the building. Once inside she visited all of her favorite spots and some her squeaky toys with enthusiasm. new ones as well. She seems a lot more confident this time. Roxy enjoys morning walks and Hopefully she'll soon realize that this is her forever home. frolics in the leaves outside on the large fenced in patio. She also loves Some of the residents (and a couple of staff members) to partake in the occasional drum were so happy to see her that they actually cried. Roxette circle: as the staff and residents seemed to remember a few of the residents. I love that she's sing, Roxette happily howls along. eager to just sit on someone's lap and get a little head rub. Lately, she’s even chosen to make Since we have many folks in wheelchairs, this is perfect. the rounds with one of the nurses! This Cinderella dog has found her She also loves to hang out in the physical fairytale ending. therapy room, which is awesome since her presence really seems to provide a boost to folks working on re-gaining or increasing their physical ability. It's hard work that can be frustrating - so the little boost of energy she provides is golden. Right now we're just trying to take it slow as she recovers from her surgery. She has many "nests" where she can retreat and get some quiet time. Thanks again for the perfect match. Roxette will get the love and dedication that all pets deserve. Sincerely, Beth Weigus + Pet Emergency Guide +

How do I know if there’s an Q emergency with my pet? by Barbara Royal, DVM “

I recently spent about four hours in an emergency room with my labradoodle, “Hudson”, who had eaten half a box of milk chocolate. They made him vomit it up although it wasn’t a toxic dose, because it might make him a little sick. Then they sent us home with some Pepcid and bland food. I felt a little foolish, though, because there were animals there in worse condition. How do I decide what problems merit a visit to the ER and when to wait it out?

“ First, don’t feel foolish. It’s bleeding tail tip may not be life never foolish to see a vet threatening, if an owner can’t if you’re concerned about stop the bleeding and needs your pet. Sometimes you help, it becomes an emergency. A can get helpful information Keep the phone numbers for over the phone if you call your vet, the closest animal first. Unfortunately, there emergency center and the are many problems that can’t National Animal Poison Control be assessed over the phone Center (888.426.4435) in a and a visit to the Emergency place that’s easy to find. Also, Room (ER) is unavoidable. take a drive by the ER during Emergencies depend on both daylight hours, to be sure you the animal’s condition and can find it in an emergency the owner’s ability to deal when you may be panicked with the problem. Although a and not thinking clearly.

12 Problems that often mean a visit to the ER:

Bloat and tails bleed and bleed, often justifying an ER (Stomach overfilling with air/gas and visit. Sometimes blood in the urine looks like a possibly twisting) lot, but it’s really just diluted in the urine. It needs to be treated, but may not be an emergency. (Ask a vet.) Also, although it’s not pleasant and Signs: Dogs may act very uncomfortable, pacing, hypersalivating (drooling), trying to can be a severe problem, many dogs have vomit/retching, or be very nauseated. Dog’s diarrhea with blood and it is only temporary. abdomens may appear distended, gums may be pale and they may collapse. Action: Use common sense. Cuts will bleed, but usually can be stopped with pressure or a bandage where possible. Try to elevate the Action: Go to the ER as soon as possible. This is a real emergency where time counts. There are bleeding body part above the heart and apply some mild cases where you can get the dog to pressure to the bleeding area for several minutes. burp by getting them to stand on their rear legs (like Excessive bleeding that doesn’t stop is an dancing with them) and it can bring up the gas and emergency. Bleeding toenails stop bleeding when they can recover for a while, but don’t waste time you apply a quick-stop powder, styptic pencil, doing this if it doesn’t work right away, because this bar-soap shavings, cornstarch, or tea leaves condition can become life threatening very quickly. (from a used tea bag) with firm pressure to the bleeding nail. It should stop after a minute or two. Male Cats Straining to Urinate (Some kind of obstruction/stone/crystals/swelling/ Action: This is a judgment call. You might infection in the urinary tract blocking flow of urine) ignore a mild cut and go back to sleep or race to the ER in your pajamas if blood is gushing.

Signs: Frequent visits to the litter box with no urine production, pacing and crying (sometimes near Trauma from Being Hit by a Car the litterbox), small amounts of urine (sometimes bloody) in inappropriate places. They can lose their Go to the ER. Even if animals appear fine appetite and even vomit and become listless. after being hit by a car, it is best to have them checked at a vet as soon as possible. Internal injuries (bruising to the heart muscle, Action: Go to the ER. This is another real emergency where time counts. contusions on the lungs, small hairline fractures, etc.) can be missed by the untrained eye. Trouble Breathing (Can be caused by a number of illnesses) Prolonged Vomiting (For more than a day) Signs: Increased respiratory rate, increased abdominal effort to breathe (belly moving Animals that cannot keep food or water down at dramatically with each breath), increased all for more than a day will probably need a visit to respiratory noise, shallow breathing, gums pale the ER. There is a difference between regurgitation (or any shade of blue rather than pink), breathing and vomiting. Regurgitation is usually shortly signs may be combined with an inability to lie down continued on page 14 or lying down in a prone (sphinx-like) position.

Action: This is always considered an emergency. Go to the ER

Bleeding

Signs: Any kind of bleeding may be an emergency or it could just be a temporary response to trauma – like in humans. It is useful to pay attention to how much and how fast the blood is coming. Ears, tongues continued from page 13

after eating and the food has with windows open can climb to not been altered much by over 100 degrees in minutes. Be digestion. Some dogs or cats careful leaving animals in cars! eat too quickly and regurgitate. Then they may try to re-eat that Signs: Animals can show regurgitated food (gross, but heat stroke in many ways: not a big deal if they eat more panting, restlessness, vomiting, slowly and keep it down). excessive salivation (thick ropey saliva), stumbling It is good to note what is being gait, seizures, collapsing. vomited up. Is it early morning vomiting on an empty stomach, Action: If you can take a rectal yellowish (bile) fluid? This is temperature and it’s over 104 likely to be less of an emergency just due to heat stress, go to the and more a chronic diet/acidity ER. You can cool them by using + issue. Is it a few pieces of fabric cool-ish (not ice cold) water all PET FIRST or a toy or plastic pieces and over, especially in groin area, on you’re concerned there might the feet and head and get to a be more still in them? This vet. DON’T USE ALCOHOL. (It AID KIT is more of an emergency. can be absorbed and be toxic to the animal.) A veterinarian may Sometimes dogs just use the need to give IV fluids and other Here is a list of things that come dog motto (“I think I’ll eat this treatments to stabilize the pet. in handy when you’re dealing and if it isn’t good for me I’ll This can be life threatening very vomit it up”) and they are then quickly – especially for cats. with a pet problem or getting done. This is not an emergency, veterinary advice over the phone. unless it’s a toxin (see page 16). Choking Animals (Known or unknown obstruction or Don’t keep giving food Note: foreign body obstructing airway) + Digital thermometer to a vomiting animal. If they are vomiting water also, withhold that Signs: Depending on the cause + Quick-stop powder for nails too and call a vet or your ER. and severity of the obstruction they may suddenly collapse + Vet wrap or Ace bandages Lethargic Puppies/ from no oxygen. Or they may + Tweezers Kittens be partially obstructed and paw at their face/mouth, try to vomit, + Ice packs or frozen baby peas Go to the ER. Often they lie down in odd positions, run + Artificial tears are hypoglycemic, but around with their neck stretched need care. You can out, salivate excessively. + Triple antibiotic ointment start by putting honey or and Cortisone cream syrup on the gums and Action: This can be a real + Benedryl liquid (small pets) emergency, so trying to clear get to the vet. Also, or tablets (over 25 pounds) make sure they are not the airway may be tried before too cold – warm them up going to the ER. Getting a clear + Hydrogen peroxide (fresh by holding them in a airway is an emergency where bottle every 6-12 months) warm blanket or using a hot seconds, not minutes, count. If water bottle (not a heating pad or an animal has an object stuck + Pedialyte anything from the microwave in its mouth/throat, you can try + Cotton balls – they can get too hot). to remove it if visible, but avoid getting bitten (put something + Animal ear cleaner Heat Stroke in the mouth to hold it open for + Pet shampoo (not human) you, a cloth, roll of thick tape, Heat stroke can occur if the etc). The Heimlich maneuver + Exam gloves can be used also applying animal is exposed to high + Feeding syringe temperatures (over 100 degrees quick pressure just under the without water or shade, or even ribs. Use a two-handed fist (one + Muzzle if needed hand covering the other) and less, depending on their health + Carrier if appropriate and age). Ambient temperature aim up and in towards the head. can be as low as 70 degrees but You can try this several times. the temperature in a car even Sometimes the obstruction is

14 dislodged, but the dog won’t start Seizures breathing unless artificial respiration or (Involuntary twitching/convulsing, CPR is performed. This type of action sometimes accompanied by is beyond the scope of this article, but involuntary urination or defecation) animal CPR courses are available.

Signs: Twitching can be just local Electrical Cord Shock (snapping motions with just the (Usually from chewing on electric cords) muzzle or jaw) or it can involve the whole body (paddling, shaking, Signs: Electric shock can cause etc.) The animal usually is not in anything from no injury, to a mild oral pain during a seizure and is most trauma at the base of the teeth, to likely not aware of the seizure. If severe life-threatening injuries (fluid the episode lasts more than one or in lungs from the shock can be a two minutes or returns immediately, severe problem, etc). Signs can be or they come in clusters, it is an difficult to assess without help of an emergency. First-time seizures are exam and a radiograph. They can in the emergency category because include, hypersalivation, panting, the cause may be determined to trouble breathing, dizziness, walking be something treatable if caught oddly, visible burns/lesions in the early enough (toxin, illness, etc.) irst Night Free mouth, and a chewed electrical cord. Is Our Policy * Action: Generally, it is best to see a for each new Friend we make! Action: If there was an electrical vet or go to the ER immediately if your shock, you need a veterinarian to animal has a seizure for the first time assess the damage, and possibly pain and it’s undiagnosed. Don’t worry issues, with an exam and possibly a about them “swallowing their tongue” radiograph. Go to your vet or an ER. – you’ll only get bitten and they won’t swallow their tongue anyway. Just try Lameness to keep them from falling or injuring (Not using a leg properly) themselves, and keep them cool – prolonged seizures can dramatically Best Friends Pet Care Signs: These can vary. increase body temperatures. Also go 22096 North Pet Lane to a vet if the seizures are prolonged Prairie View • (847) 634-9444 Actions: A lame animal that can or are in clusters, or if the animal’s Best Friends Windy City bear some weight on the leg and is temperature starts to rise due to the 1628 North Elston Avenue otherwise acting normally does not seizure. It is possible to try gentle Chicago • (773) 384-5959 usually need a visit to the ER and may eye pressure to help decrease the wait for a regular vet appointment. But heart rate and calm a seizure, but if All for Doggies when an animal is not using a leg (or there’s a lot of shaking, uncontrolled 1760 N. Kilbourn Avenue legs) at all, suddenly can’t get up on poking at the eyes can cause Chicago • (773) 395-0900 its own power, or if there is bleeding damage, so just get to the ER. or any significant swelling or pain in a limb, it can be time to get to the ER. Anorexic Cats (Not eating)

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BF855_Paws.indd 1 10/28/09 4:11:32 PM continued from page 15 ‘Tis the Season Dog/Animal Bites With the holidays coming up, pets are exposed to many toxic Better to treat any punctures right or dangerous seasonal items. Even one or two mistletoe away with antibiotics (go to ER) and berries can be extremely toxic for a pet. On the other hand, significant lacerations may need suturing poinsettias are only irritating to the mouth and are not and antibiotics. Often these animals need pain medication as well. as toxic as people believe. Decorations, electrical cords, tree ornaments, tinsel are all possible dangers to pets. Ingesting Toxins Holiday candy should be kept away from pets: chocolates, (Dark chocolate and baking and even sugar-free candies with Xylitol are toxic. chocolate are the worst.) Don’t leave wrapped gifts How much chocolate is really toxic? that are food/candy under the One ounce per pound of body weight tree where animals can get to for milk chocolate is a toxic dose. them. Animals may try to drink One ounce per three pounds of body weight for semi-sweet chocolate is a toxic the water for a Christmas tree, dose. One ounce per nine pounds of body so don’t put in chemicals. Not weight for baker’s chocolate is a toxic dose. to mention the increase in rich, tempting foods that can Lily plants (very toxic to cats), cause serious illness for pets Toads (eating or licking toads eating leftovers. Think twice or frogs can be toxic) before giving something totally Onions, Raisins, Grapes, new and rich to your pet. Your Alcohol, Wild Mushrooms, holidays will be much happier Antifreeze (one teaspoon can be without a trip to the ER. toxic to a seven pound dog or cat) Rodenticides & Insecticides

18 Some cleaning agents from vaccines or other injections) Unfortunately there are many Equally important when dealing other toxins that we can’t list here, Signs: Swelling of the face or with gastrointestinal problems: so if your pet ingests anything other parts of the body, rashes, White rice (not minute rice) unusual, it’s best to call a vet or painful areas of skin, itchiness, Unsweetened canned pumpkin the National Animal Poison Control discomfort, shaking head/ears, (about one tablespoon per 30 Center (NAPCC) for information. pacing, vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy pound pet) A few jars of Stage II meat baby food (chicken, lamb, Action: Call your veterinarian or Action: It is always useful to keep etc., no onion powder) are useful the National Animal Poison Control Benedryl in the house for occasions bland foods for GI problems and a Center (NAPCC) immediately. Give like these. A dog’s dose in milligrams great way to give oral medications. them the type of animal you have, is the same as its weight in pounds. its weight and as much information For example, a 25 pound dog can The final bit of advice; if you’re about what the pet has ingested take a 25 milligram tablet of Benedryl not sure, CALL the ER! as possible: the label, when it was up to every eight hours to help with Usually they can help you decide the best course. eaten, exactly how much, etc. an allergic reaction. A 50 pound dog Don’t induce vomiting without takes 50 milligrams or two tablets, consulting a veterinarian first. and so on. Call your vet or the ER Sometimes toxins or other substances and describe the signs. Sometimes Dr. Barbara Royal is a do more damage on the way back up you need medical attention for this, nationally published writer but usually if there is no vomiting and international lecturer than they do on the way down. When whose own practice, The advised to induce vomiting, you and the signs are mild, benedryl Royal Treatment Veterinary can do so by giving fresh hydrogen can work. You can give it right away. Center in Chicago, is a peroxide orally—about one milliliter A dose of Benedryl is usually safe center for Complementary per pound of dog—which is about for nearly all dogs, and it can really Veterinary Medicine and 1/8 cup for a 30 pound dog, and make a difference. It can also cause Physical Rehabilitation. 1/4 cup for a 60 pound dog, etc. sleepiness, and increases thirst. Note: For smaller pets, keep a bottle Allergic Reactions of the children’s Benedryl around Editor’s Note: Also see the back inside and dosing is easier (one teaspoon cover for another PAWS Chicago supporting (Often to insect bites or contact 24-Hour emergency veterinary hospital. allergens, sometimes reactions is 12.5 milligram of Benedryl.)

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By Joan Harris

When the weather outside gets cold and the snow begins to fall, getting outdoors with your dog can be a lot of fun. Even though many Chicago residents avoid outdoor activities in the winter, most of our canine companions find the snow and cold weather down right exhilarating. When you start to feel that the shortened hours and colder temperatures are bringing on the winter blues, bundle up and follow your dog’s lead to the great outdoors. Here is a list of things that will make getting off the couch worthwhile.

18 Take a walk (or run) Chicago’s lakefront is gorgeous in the winter. The ice forms beautiful patterns on the lake and the crowds are gone. Sometimes it is so beautiful and still, you feel like you’ve traveled out of the city. Walking along the lake in the winter is one of my favorite memories of time shared with my dog.

Go to a dog park Although they are less crowded, they are still open. Dress warm, bring a cup of hot chocolate, and enjoy watching your dog running with his friends in the snow.

Play in the snow My dog goes crazy catching snowballs! He could do this for hours at a time. Throw them in the air and watch your dog jump up and smash them.

Winter dog sports For those of you who are looking for real winter adventure, skijoring may be the ticket. Literally meaning “ski-driving” in Norwegian, skijoring is a sport combining cross-country skiing and dog mushing. Skijoring requires cross-country ski gear, a skijoring belt, a harness for your dog and a towline-line to connect you to your dog. Any dog that loves to run (and weighs more than 30 pounds with enough height to negotiate running in the snow) can participate. This exhilarating sport allows you to exercise with your dog while enjoying the beauty of the winter landscape. For more information go to skijornow.com.

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Remember to prepare your dog properly for outdoor activities. Snow between your dog’s foot pads can cause frostbite and lameness, and ice can cut his feet. Salt on the sidewalks and streets can burn and crack his pads and cause him to pull up his feet and limp. Trim the excess hair from the footpads and toes or buy booties for the best foot protection. If your dog has a very short coat and doesn’t do well in the cold temperatures, a variety of coats and sweaters are available on the market.

Now, if you’re still not sold on being outside during the winter months, here are a few suggestions to burn off some energy and eliminate boredom while staying indoors.

Sign up for an Agility class Daycare obedience class. Agility class is not only great Playing with other dogs all day As a trainer, I find that exercise, it’s a fun way to keeps our canine companions obedience classes are very make use of your obedience social all winter long. Most popular during the winter commands and develop daycare places in the city have months. Besides teaching off-leash skills. Agility is an large indoor spaces where manners and preparing your obstacle course for dogs, with dogs can play safely, under dog for being outdoors in the jumps, tunnels, climbing frames, supervision, while their owners summer, obedience training teeter-totters and weave poles. are at work all day. After a provides mental stimulation. long work day, it’s nice to come home knowing your dog had and fun part of training. It has a full, active day, too. Many places always been a gratifying experience also offer pick-up and drop-off for humans to communicate with service at a very reasonable rate. dogs and what better way than by teaching them a new trick. My Play games favorite book is How To Teach A New Indoor games can also provide both Dog Old Tricks by Dr. Ian Dunbar. fun and bonding time for you and In this book, Dr. Dunbar covers your pet. Try playing hide and seek some of our favorite tricks including, games with your dog’s favorite toy or rollover, bang, beg, back-up, give treat. Start by putting your dog out us a hug and bow. Teaching these of sight while you hide the object. simple tricks can offer you hours Prompt him by saying “find it” in a of entertainment and laughs. excited tone and coach him to begin Whatever winter activity you searching. Start with easy finds and choose, remember that our dogs quick rewards. After he gains some get bored if they are kept indoors all confidence, use tougher hiding winter without proper stimulation. places. You will probably start to see Whether you choose an active him use his nose to start sniffing out outdoor sport like skijoring, a the object. If you have someone to casual stroll along the lakefront, assist you, try hiding yourself and or a stimulating indoor activity, see how long it takes for your dog to winter can be a wonderful time of find you. If you have enough space, year for both you and your dog. retrieve games can also be fun. Roll your dog’s favorite ball across the Joan Harris is a room and teach him that by bringing regular contributor it back you’ll roll a second ball. to Angel Tales. Teach your dog a new trick She serves as Head Trainer at K9 Let’s face it, tricks are an enjoyable University.

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On September 23, we watched in horror as reports showed the day care house that was raided for a dog fighting ring in Maywood. Dogs used for fighting were being kept behind closed doors throughout the house and in the garage while children played on the swing set in the yard. What kind of people would be so heartless? What kind of parents would just leave their child in a place without thoroughly inspecting it first? What kind of people conduct these vicious dog fighting rings?

22 Three people were arrested and nine arrested, at least 75% have a history of County Sheriff’s Department, and the dogs underwent surgery and rehabilitation domestic violence and gang activity. That’s USDA. “Dog fighting rings have gotten after the Cook County Sheriff’s Depart- why the Animal Crime Team is part of the very organized,” Sergeant George explains. ment Animal Crimes Unit raided this west Gang Investigations Unit. “These people “They’ve scattered to the suburbs and suburban dog fighting operation. Police are de-sensitized to this because they grew rural areas where it is more difficult to found a dog with its eye ripped out, a dog up with abuse and cruelty – they think it’s detect their activity. Kankakee, Crete, with a leg twisted backward and a dog with the norm. It’s a complete ring of violence.” Joliet, as well as Indiana and Wisconsin its lower extremities nearly ripped off its The problematic environments he’s seen are areas of high activity.” There are no body. are appalling and upsetting. “They abuse outsiders at these dog fights. They are the dogs and then throw them away like a secretive, underground, and spread by Dixie Cup.” word-of-mouth only. There is a location Sergeant George is on a multi- scout, an event organizer, and a referee. jurisdictional team comprised of the All get a cut of the profits. Chicago Police Department, the Cook continued on page 24

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Among the dog fighters they’ve continued from page 23 arrested, at least Due to the spread of these dog On August 9, a late night raid in fighting rings, the multi-jurisdictional Hopkins Park led to the arrest of seven team must work together in order to individuals when the Animal Crimes Unit accomplish an effective raid. City, County, stopped a dog fight in progress. Officers State, and Federal guidelines are followed surrounded a Kankakee County farm to ensure arrests and convictions. The after developing information during a two 75% team exchanges information, gets a search month-long investigation that led them have a history warrant, and all go in together. “Chicago to the date, time and location of the dog Police are trained to recognize evidence fight. Seven people were arrested, includ- of domestic of dog fighting and what to look for. An ing a man who brought his five-year-old officer may be at a scene for a different daughter to the dog fight. violence and reason. But if an officer sees dog fighting More than 40 officers from several evidence, that officer will report it, and we agencies worked together to secure the gang activity. will follow up on it.” scene. Nine severely scarred pit bulls and $20,000 in cash were seized. “The investigative efforts put forth by the officers of the Animal Crimes Unit not only protects the dogs subjected to this torture, but also innocent children forced to witness this vio- lence,” stated Sheriff Tom Dart. “It is CHICAGO something that no child should ever witness.” A raid like this shows how all crime units and agencies come together to secure a scene. Sheriff One FREE Dart commended officers from the Daycare Cook County Sheriff’s Department, for new Hostage Barricade and Terrorist clients only Team and Helicopter Unit, Illinois State Police and their SWAT team, the Kankakee County Sheriff, the Chicago Police Department, and the USDA.

Jaclene Tetzlaff is a local writer and marketer. She lives in Rogers Park with her husband and their five dogs, Phoebe, Lucy, Vlad, Sydney, and Sam.

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by Alexis Fasseas

Pictured Above: Caroline & Howard Draft with PAWS Chicago alumnus Drake Smithburg

A lifelong animal lover and longtime supporter of PAWS Chicago, Howard Draft set out to change the tragic reality facing the millions of homeless pets who are killed each year in the United States. After being elected to the board of directors of the Advertising Council in 2007, he proposed creating a campaign benefiting animals to Peggy Conlon, the organization’s president and CEO. Two years later, the campaign has launched and will reach millions of consumers with one simple message: Adopt. But this theme is a gross simplification of the ingenuity, thoroughness and passion underlying the creation of The Shelter Pet Project.

The Beginning Belding in 2006, was in keeping with bring the remaining kittens to the his and his leadership team’s vision office and ‘gift’ them one by one It all began with Max. “He for a new agency model. Now one to colleagues,” Howard recalled. made me a dog lover for life,” of the world’s premier marketing “Looking back, I suppose that’s the Howard said as he reflects on the services networks, Draftfcb has first time I got involved in the pet first of several dogs in his life. more than 9,500 employees rescue movement, and it felt good.” On the job, Howard has spanning 96 markets worldwide. spearheaded multiple marketing Animals have interlaced revolutions. One of the founders Helping Chicago’s themselves in his work and home of the agency called Kobs & Brady No Kill Vision life. In one of his first apartments in 1978 (which would later become in Chicago, Howard had a stray In the founding years of PAWS known simply as “Draft”), Howard cat living under the porch, which Chicago, Draft recalls walking his led its transformation from a small eventually delivered five kittens. family dog Abby and coming across direct marketing agency into a One of the kittens, Bob, became the an Angels with Tails adoption global marketing communications third feline in the Draft household, event on Armitage Avenue. “At the powerhouse. Draftfcb, the result of joining Boots and Maggie. “Over corner of Armitage and Halsted, I the merger of Draft and Foote Cone the next several weeks I would met PAWS Chicago founder Paula

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Fasseas…I told her that I believed in with dogs and cats throwing their Sink Ships” in 1942. Their longest her cause and if I could help further own revolution, demanding No Kill, running and most recognizable to let me know.” Little did he know No Cages; No Lack of Belly Rubs; creation is Smokey Bear and the how much help he would provide. and begging for Life, Liberty, and “Only you can prevent forest fires” Howard was one of the first the Pursuit of a Lap to Curl up on. slogan, also a Draftfcb creation, supporters to help PAWS Chicago “I have long believed in PAWS’ now celebrating its 65th birthday. open the Lurie Spay/Neuter Clinic mission to make Chicago a No Kill Howard knew the Ad Council’s in 2000 by donating money for the city,” said Howard. “With such great expertise would be a perfect partner Dog Holding Room. He also became progress being made here, I started to help take the message of homeless one of the early supporters of the to dream about a national effort to pets to the public, however he did Adoption & Humane Center, naming make the USA a No Kill country.” not know that the organization had

The Abby Draft Dog Home – one never done a pro bono campaign that of two dog adoption suites in the wasn’t directly focused on people.

Center with a window overlooking A National Platform Peggy Conlon, an animal lover, loved Clybourn Avenue. But his efforts did for Homeless Pets the idea and was eager to help bring ‘‘ not stop there. His team at Draftfcb Howard’s dream of a national the Ad Council into a new dimension. created a campaign to launch the campaign required support. “With “Since nothing like it had ever been opening of the Adoption Center such an audacious goal I knew we’d done before, it required a special need to get an organization Board vote,” said Howard. “Happily I have long believed in PAWS’ mission to like the Ad Council for pet lovers and pets alike, the involved,” he said. The Board voted enthusiastically to move make Chicago a No Kill city. With such Ad Council created the ahead with the program.” Of course, great progress being made here, I started category of public service Howard requested that Draftfcb to dream about a national effort to advertising, launching take on the pro bono initiative. make the USA a No Kill country. with War Bonds, Rosie the By September 2008, the Riveter and “Loose Lips Ad Council had aligned with continued on page 28 ‘‘ 27 PAWS Chicago pets became the faces of the print campaign, which features pets looking into mirrors, examining THERE’S NOTHING WRONG the flaws that they WITH SHELTER PETS. perceive led to their abandonment at a shelter. TheShelterPetProject.org it’s not ’s THERE’S NOTHING WRONG fault WITH SHELTER PETS. by TheShelterPetProject.org

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continued from page 27 partners Maddie’s Fund, a family arriving at the overall strategy: “There’s foundation dedicated to building a nothing wrong with shelter pets.” No Kill nation by providing grants Armed with a strategic plan, it to communities of shelters and to was time to bring in the creative team. shelter medicine programs, and the Draftfcb held a Creative Rumble at Humane Society of the United States. PAWS Chicago’s Adoption Center. Draftfcb wanted to determine how “It was great because the creatives people decide to adopt pets rather than got a chance to meet shelter cats and buy them, which required defining dogs. We had creatives who had only their decision process and purchase been to breeders and had stereotypes path. They began by utilizing seven about shelters, so they were able to different research techniques, which see there were so many great pets,” showed that many people don’t said Joi Freeman, a Draftfcb account perceive getting a pet from neighbors executive assigned to the campaign. as any different from adopting a pet Indeed, PAWS Chicago residents from a shelter. Draftfcb saw that the became the faces of the print campaign, campaign needed to brand adoption to which features pets looking into mirrors, differentiate it from other pet channels examining the flaws that they perceive in the consumer’s mind. Additionally, led to their abandonment at a shelter. there were many misconceptions On the television side, “Ditched” about shelters and pets in shelters. portrays a scruffy terrier dumped on The team saw that it was their job to the side of the road and “White Collar” dispel these misconceptions before shows a Boston Terrier’s owner arrested

28 Draftfcb supported PAWS Chicago’s Adoption & Humane Center DOWN WITH CAGES. opening in 2007 by designing UP WITH NAPPING a revolutionary campaign. IN THE KITTY TREE. for insider trading. In each spot, the dogs The responsibility rests with people.” communicate that they are shelter-bound The people who are motivated by through no fault of their own. There these ads to rescue their next dog or are also animated spots to complement cat from a shelter will help enact much WE BELIEVE comic strips that tell the story of how pets needed change for homeless pets. often end up in shelters because of people PETS DON’T HAVE AN EXPIRATION DATE. issues like divorce, marriage and death. When asked about how animals have impacted his life, Howard stated: “Animals To see the innovative and offer an undying, unwavering love. They’re motivating television PSAs, visit your buddies. They make you laugh, they are cantankerous little souls and they always www.theshelterpetproject.org. make you feel needed. I am one of the Howard is proud of the agency’s millions of people who realize that, with work, calling the campaign “among the animals, you always get more than you give.” best work we’ve ever done.” He is clearly The fact is that Howard Draft – and impassioned by the cause and his experience Draftfcb – are giving back in a big way. with PAWS Chicago. “I have been most impressed by the absolute commitment and determination of countless volunteers to stop killing defenseless animals whose Alexis Fasseas is Editor-in-Chief of Angel Tales and helped found only ‘crime’ was being born,” said Howard. PAWS Chicago in 1997. She is “That’s why I’m so proud of our Shelter Pet currently pursuing her JD-MBA campaign. It makes the point that it’s not at Northwestern University. a dog’s or cat’s fault if they’re abandoned.

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to pounce and act more like a cat. I know it will be difficult to say goodbye to O.J. when he’s ready to return to the adoption center, but, like a child, he needs to grow up and move on. And I want to continue to foster other animals.” Matt has two cats of his own: 18-year-old Julian and 8-year-old Jackson, both adopted from shelters. “Once I finish the vet tech program, I’m planning to adopt a dog,” he says. Matt feels his skills as an interior designer directly apply to his work at PAWS Chicago. “It’s a matter of managing expectations,” he said. “If an adopter comes in and expects a Heather Matthew high energy Jack Russel Terrier to be a Balgie cuddly couch potato, neither the owner Newcomb nor the dog will get what they want.” Heather Newcomb believes “dogs Matching up the right pet with the Matthew Balgie once designed and cats choose their owners.” She best owner is “part intuition and part custom furniture for Brad Pitt and volunteers at PAWS Chicago’s Adoption asking questions, much like interior Angelina Jolie. Now he’s training to Center in both Dog Town and Kitty City. design,” he said. “It’s essential to fully be a licensed veterinary technician at As a Level Two volunteer, she helps match understand what adopters want, what Fox College in Tinley Park. Matt says people with pets. they expect, from a pet.” his experience at PAWS Chicago is the Heather remembers a recent adoption reason for the drastic career change. As for “designer dogs”, Matt believes, she facilitated. Two short haired male cats “unless someone’s looking for a show arrived at PAWS Chicago: Oden and Kahn. dog, you really can find They’d grown up together and loved one “I’m helping these animals any breed through a another, so, ideally, Heather knew they rescue organization. should be adopted as a pair. But there on their way home.” It just might take a was a huge problem – literally. Both cats little more patience, a were enormous. “This is a drawback for little more time. Plus, “After working in interior design, a lot of people,” Heather said. She was a certain breed doesn’t guarantee a I saw so much excess. It always concerned not only about the cats stay- specific personality. Any breed, with troubled me when someone would ing together, but about the cats finding proper training and care, can be an spend thousands upon thousands of homes at all. excellent companion animal.” dollars on a home theater system while Shortly thereafter, she met a man who’d others remained homeless,” he said. Since childhood, Matt has always suffered the loss of both his cats within a been interested in helping those in One of Matt’s friends adopted a month of one another. He came to PAWS need. His parents provided foster kitten from PAWS Chicago and she Chicago bereft, sharing his emotional homes for teenage runaways. “Sure, encouraged Matt to volunteer. Since story with Heather. “We talked for nearly there were challenges,” he said, he began working with PAWS Chicago three hours,” Heather said. The man “but, for the most part it was great to in April of 2009, Matt has fostered was thinking about adopting a cat, so have an older sister or brother.” Matt three kittens. O.J., a tiny orange tabby Heather introduced him to a few, and like has one younger brother. His foster and Matt’s current foster kitten, moved many who enter Kitty City, he sat down siblings would spend several months in with Matt when O.J. was only nine and waited for one of its feline residents with the Balgies while they participated days old. to approach him. Oden approached im- in counseling designed to reunite them mediately, and, after a few chin rubs and “I’ve been bottle feeding him for with their own families. friendly cuddles, Heather pointed out the past few weeks, have enjoyed Matt sees his role in PAWS Chicago standoffish Kahn, who was across the watching him develop and explore the foster program similarly. “I’m helping room, staring at the wall. She explained world. He didn’t even look like a kitten these animals on their way home.” the bond between Oden and Kahn. when I took him home. Now I can see his gears turning. He’s learning

30 To find out more about becoming a PAWS Chicago Volunteer, call (773) 687-4715 or visit www.pawschicago.org.

dered over to have a look. Tori – then a seven-week-old puppy named Fudge “He understood how Kahn might be – curled up in his lap. depressed,” she recalls. Both cats had been at the Adoption Center for only a “I was excited about bringing her week; it often takes considerable time for home, but it was also scary,” he said. animals to adjust to a new environment. “I was suddenly responsible for this Identifying with Kahn’s grief, the man ad- little life and had no experience training opted both cats. a puppy.” PAWS provided him with directions, and Tori was soon crate Fate played a part when Heather found trained, housebroken, and followed her own dog Shadow, too. While she basic commands. was living in Cedar City, Utah, she saw Shadow’s picture in a weekly newspaper “Everybody thinks their dog is the advertisement placed by the local pound. David Maska smartest dog,” David said. “But Tori The ad plainly stated that Shadow’s “time was a very fast learner. She was was running out.” Because of overpopu- David Maska is the co-author easy to train. I was very lucky.” Like lation, most city and state animal control of a book about Charlie Chaplin, most puppies, though, Tori had her facilities have to euthanize homeless pets a dedicated Bears, White Sox and Tori ‘moments’. She scratched gashes in who aren’t adopted promptly in order to Amos fan, able to expertly patch dry- David’s walls and tore the stuffing out make room for more, a sad fact that has wall, an amateur photographer, works of a brand new comforter. “At times, always disturbed Heather, so Shadow with homeless people and is a program I’d think, ‘what have I gotten myself remained in her thoughts. manager at Sun Microsystems. He also into?’” runs marathons. Even his seven-year- A few days later, she and her mother But he never considered backing old dog Tori is busy: she has several out. “She was just being a puppy. She went to an event sponsored by Best videos on You Tube. Friends Animal Sanctuary. Heather im- was counting on me, and I wasn’t go- mediately recognized Shadow from the At PAWS Chicago, David splits his ing to give up,” he said. He patched picture she’d seen in the paper. Appar- time between the Adoption Center the drywall and got another comforter. ently, Best Friends had rescued Shadow on Clybourn and the Lurie Clinic on He made going into her crate a “big – then named Mickey – from the pound. 26th Street. He walks and trains dogs, event” for Tori. Named for one of his Hearing destiny’s call, Heather and her cleans up messes, takes dogs to K9 favorite singer-songwriters, Tori Amos, mom brought the dog home. University for training, performs tem- he calls his dog’s crate her “studio” and perament testing, is training to become saves her favorite treats exclusively for “I named him Shadow because he was an adoption counselor and helps out “studio time”. always half a step behind me, no matter with special events. “I like to learn a where I went,” Heather said. “Shadow David believes Tori has taught him little bit of everything,” he said, “so I more than he’s taught her, though. chose me, even though he was supposed can fill in wherever I’m needed.” to be my mom’s dog.” “Puppies, dogs, pets in general require Heather also enjoys working with shy dogs and cats “to get them to the point where they’re able to warm up to people.” “I like to learn a little bit of everything, After she began volunteering last sum- mer, she noticed Charlotte, a long haired so I can fill in wherever I’m needed.” orange and white cat, meowing in a room alone. “It was like she was begging me to When does he find time to sleep? compassion and patience,” he said. come in and keep her company,” Heather “When I’m tired,” he said. “And we all need more of that in our said. Charlotte has her own room at the lives.” Adoption Center because she doesn’t David adopted Tori from PAWS get along well with other cats. But when Chicago in 2002. “I hadn’t intended Heather entered Charlotte’s room, Char- to get a dog,” he said. “I’d never had Cedric and McGhee, two formerly stray cats, allow Catherine Crown lotte immediately curled up in Heather’s any pets other than a goldfish, and that was when I was a kid.” David was on to live with them in Lakeview. lap. Has Charlotte chosen Heather? Cedric was honored in September Heather intends to find out. She’s eager his way to Marshall Field’s in Woodfield of 2008 by the Chicago Sun-Times to provide a foster home for Charlotte. Mall to buy a wedding gift for a friend as one of the city’s ‘Top Cats,’ a fact when he noticed PAWS Chicago was McGhee refuses to recognize. holding an adoption event. He wan- 31 02-09935 AngelTails09 4/3/09 1:23 PM Page 1

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by Patty Donmoyer

his past April, Leana Ruiz opened the reality of her condition. exception. For this specific group her home to Flaca, one of five “Every day she makes me laugh. of animals, the odds of being puppies rescued from a puppy The most important thing for treated and given a second chance t mill. From the start, Flaca’s me was that she made it this long at life within a loving home prognosis was grim. She was against all odds and is a loving, is slim. PAWS Chicago’s com- experiencing seizures, was lethar- intelligent dog in spite of her mitment to the life of the gic and extremely underweight. miniscule size, peculiar looks and animals it takes in provides a Her littermates sensed her illness [medical] condition,” says Ruiz. life-affirming option for those and bullied her and she eventu- In most cultures, aging, illness animals in the twilight of their ally stopped eating. For several and inevitable death are subjects existence. months at the onset of her foster largely avoided or ignored – until The foster program at PAWS time, Ruiz cooked for Flaca and the reality of a loved one’s immi- Chicago is nothing new and hand-fed her with a syringe, in nent passing hits home. Western currently has over 250 active cat addition to bringing her to PAWS culture focuses so intently on fosters, over 175 active dog foster Chicago’s Lurie Clinic for blood the vibrancy of youth that those care volunteers and nearly 100 work, vaccinations and a battery entering the final stages of life – volunteers who foster both. of tests. especially those without family Typical foster candidates include Today, Flaca remains with or financial means – are often underage puppies and kittens, Leana, and her prognosis is forgotten. whose immune systems have not brighter. Ruiz remains hopeful The plight of homeless pets developed sufficiently to with- that it will get even better with nearing the end of life is no stand common infections and are time and care, but understands not yet ready for adoption. Continued on page 34 33 Continued from page 33 Candidates may also be dogs or cats Scott Summerville and Diedra who have undergone minor surgeries or are in need of socialization or minor medical treatment before they can be placed into permanent homes. Allowing these dogs and cats to rest, heal and gain confidence within the home of a caring volunteer not only increases the chances of the dog or cat becoming a more adoptable pet, but allows PAWS Chicago the space and resources to take more animals into its care and guarantee them life. PAWS Chicago’s animal hospice foster care program extends this commitment to dogs and cats whose condition prevents them from being ideal adoption candidates. “It goes hand in hand with PAWS Chicago’s No Kill Mission,” says Nicole Campos, PAWS Chicago’s Foster For more information on Care Coordinator. “The medical team PAWS Chicago’s Foster makes quality of life decisions if the Care program, please visit: animal is suffering or in pain that cannot www.pawschicago.org. be alleviated. But many animals with terminal illnesses not only have time, but time to thrive before they become let that pet, who they’ve cared for, go.” symptomatic. Fostering these animals Heart-wrenching, yes, but ask any of gives them a chance to live out their days the PAWS Chicago hospice fosters about with dignity and love. It is a great gift to their experiences with hospice pets and an animal nearing the end of life.” they’re quick to report that the rewards And for many of the animals who have of their efforts are not only worth the lived their life in neglect and never felt the trouble, but life-changing. Every story love and care of a nurturing family, it is is unique, as are each of the courageous an opportunity to experience the life that volunteers who take on the foster hospice every pet deserves. task.

ecognizing this unique stage in ue Van Winkle and Scott the life of every pet and the extra Summerville had more than a compassion needed to help them S few concerns when they agreed to R provide a temporary home for Diedra, complete the journey, PAWS Chicago works closely with hospice fosters, ensur- an adult Labradoodle who was in the ing that they have the tools necessary to advanced stages of cancer. Although many care for these dogs and cats. Fosters are people initially wanted to adopt Diedra, educated about forthcoming surgeries the reality of her terminal condition and aftercare, as well as rehab require- discouraged them. ments. The Lurie Clinic provides needed When the Adoption & Humane veterinary care and medication. Center was scheduled for painting, Van “My cell phone is turned on 24-hours Winkle and Summerville agreed to foster a day and I’m always there to answer Diedra. Nearly four months and countless questions,” says Campos, “and in some adventures later, it became evident that cases, when major decisions need to be the time had come to say goodbye to made I am part of a collective decision- Diedra. While initially vibrant and making process that focuses on the active, Diedra’s health had deteriorated. quality of life for the animal. With hospice By the time they let her go, Diedra had fosters, death is a very real possibility and changed their lives to such an extent that it can be devastating for the caregiver. Not Summerville penned a 14-page essay only are they opening up their home and about his time with their dog. hearts to an animal they don’t know, but “Our four months with Diedra were they are facing the possibility of having to intense and seemed like years. On many occasions throughout our time with grade three heart murmur will poten- for foster volunteers with a special place Scott Summerville and Diedra Diedra, after learning of her situation, tially lead to cardiac arrest, is Bernadette in their hearts, hospice foster care is people would comment that she was Neri’s second hospice foster. Despite her needed for those pets who seek a quiet, lucky to have us and that we were shortened life expectancy, Neri reports caring and loving home to live out their doing a great thing. To us, WE were the that Sweetie is “doing wonderful. It “golden years.” lucky ones. She cushioned our personal seems like we are going to be together for situation regarding my job loss. Diedra awhile,” she adds hopefully. Patricia Donmoyer is a regular contributor to Angel was an angel. She was first and foremost There are currently numerous home- the right companion for us at the time Tales magazine. She is also less pets at PAWS Chicago who need a member of the PAWS and we will forever remember her for that.” foster care—to help them become healthy, Chicago Marathon Team. Her Sweetie, a three-year-old cat whose socialized and ready for adoption. And cat, Buddy, is also PAWS Chicago supporter!

41 Ninth Annual

On Sunday, September 27, more than 3,700 animal lovers joined PAWS Chicago’s annual Run for Their Lives 1 8K Run/4K Walk, raising more than $335,000 for homeless pets. Following the race, Jesse White himself took the stage to thank PAWS Chicago for their exemplary work over the past 12 years. A fantastic day for the entire family, participants also enjoyed a dog agility course hosted by K-9 University, the annual Howl-o-ween costume contest, a stellar performance by the 2 Jesse White Tumblers and more! Special thanks to Co-Chairs Pat Spratt, Anne Boyle and Rodger Kadet, committee members, participants, sponsors and volunteers who made this special day a success.

Top Ten Pledge Raisers Rodger J. Kadet Sheila Miller Deana Noonan 3 Paula Lavely Arlene Clarkson Frank Meccia 4 Allison Egidi Brian P. Mroczek Rita Edidin Elizabeth Rausch

Top Team Pledge Raiser The Mooseketeers

1. Jeff Jonaitis wins the 8k Race at 24:41 2. Anna and John Garrido with PAWS PRESENTING SPONSORS Alumnus, Bush 3. The crowd cheers for the Howl-o- ween costume contest 4.The MAJOR SPONSORS: Mitsubishi • Flair Communications • Animal Ark Veterinary Clinic Jesse White Tumblers soar AIRLINE SPONSOR: American Airlines MEDIA SPONSORS: 101.9-FM THE MIX • Chicago magazine

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The 7th Annual Beach Party kicked off the summer 3 with a bang raising more than $170,000! Committee Co‑Chairs Lindsay Walter and Michael Marrion, along 1. Brooke Cook 2. Ted and Tasha with sponsors North Community Bank, Escada, Alarm Lilly 3. Lindsay Walter and Chris Detection Systems, Inc., CBIZ, Chicago Office Technology Carlton 4. Ann Wallace of Escada and Group and Whitaker Investments, LLC ensured the Lisa Dent of US 99 5. Ed and Lores evening was enjoyed by all. Pooches and their humans enjoyed silent and live auctions, cool summer cocktails, Schwind with PAWS Alumn, Zoey beachy buffets and dancing under the stars! The American Dog Magazine LOVES PAWS Chicago!

THE AMERICAN DOG MAGAZINE will DONATE 100% (yes, 100%!) of subscription profits for every PAWS member that subscribes to the magazine. SUBSCRIBE ONLINE TODAY! Please visit www.theamericandogmag.com and put "PAWS Chicago" in the animal charity code. Or call (303) 840-6111 to subscribe by phone.

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www.theamericandogmag.com PAWS CHICAGO SPOTLIGHT Lisa Nowak

One of Nowak’s biggest accomplish- adoptions in her first year by expanding ments this year has been expanding the from weekend off-site adoption events PAWS Chicago Marathon Team to over to enabling interested families to book 450 members—one of the largest local appointments during the week. She charity marathon teams—with each run- also managed the planning for the ner raising a minimum of $600 to help opening of the Adoption Center in 2007. homeless animals. “Next year, we plan to Working directly with the animals gave add triathletes so I have no doubt we will her great hands on experience and an grow it even more,” says Nowak. Inspira- understanding of programs that has tion wasn’t hard to find for the Wisconsin- served her well since she returned to the born, California State University graduate, Development department two years ago. who ran both track and cross country On the busiest of workdays, Nowak while studying journalism and public rela- has joked that her job is not a job, but a tions. “Running for the charity, I put my 24/7 lifestyle. Yet it is an occupation that heart and soul into it. It’s that much more moves her every day, reminding her how rewarding.” good it is to be alive. Upon a recent visit to PAWS Chicago’s Lisa Nowak is making Asked what her favorite aspects of the Adoption Center Nowak came across up for lost time. Although she has adored working at PAWS Chicago are, the stories Red, a pit bull taken in after he was shot animals since childhood, her father’s pour from her memory, but the event and paralyzed from the neck down. Lisa severe allergies kept her from having pets that cemented her dedication to PAWS recalls watching the dog “scoot around when she was growing up. Now, with two Chicago occurred during the Hurricane the room on his front legs with a big smile cats and a dog, Dax, who accompanies Katrina rescue mission. “This is when I on his face – a truly emotional moment her to work each day, her varied job keeps truly saw how dedicated and amazing for me. My eyes welled up with tears as her submerged in every aspect of animal the staff is. Everyone worked around the I thought of all the things that stress me welfare. clock, and banded together to save these out, and here is this dog that can’t walk, As Director of Development, Lisa has animals. I even remember one PAWS and he’s just so happy to be alive. That is found innovative ways to support PAWS Chicago employee sleeping on a dog why PAWS Chicago is so amazing…we Chicago’s growth, particularly following bed at our 26th Street location in the wee (take in) animals others would consider Become a the opening of the Adoption Center in hours of the morning, waiting to help. This ‘defective’ and give them a second 2007. Her enthusiasm and leadership is what set PAWS Chicago apart for me.” chance at life.” PAWS Chicago Athlete! has motivated her team to always think After working on the Katrina rescue creatively on how to raise more money missions in fall of 2005, Nowak moved Join the 2010 Marathon, Half Marathon for homeless pets and communicate the from Development to Adoptions Manager, or Triathlon Team need to the public. where she doubled PAWS Chicago’s

446 Runners join PAWS Chicago’s 2009 Marathon Team

If you watched the packs of runners team perks including complimentary training along the lakefront in the wee hours admission to the Chicago Area Runners of the morning last summer, you would Association training program, monthly have seen 446 of them proudly sporting “fun runs” with dogs, nutritional and injury PAWS Chicago tanks. prevention seminars, team PAWsta parties This year, PAWS Chicago’s Marathon and and more. Team members also get the VIP Half Marathon Team more than doubled treatment on race day. in size to 446 runners dedicated a long Congratulations to the 2009 PAWS summer of training and collectively raising Chicago Marathon and Half Marathon more than $345,000 for homeless pets. teams for their hard work and commitment Put your best paw forward and become a Team members committed to raising at least to PAWS Chicago. PAWS Chicago Athlete in 2010! $600 in exchange for many PAWS Chicago Call 773.890.5118 or visit www.pawschicago.org for more information. 38 2008 Honor Roll of Donors

$10,000 to $24,000 Menchie Doan Ferro Trucking Corp. H Neal Lenohoff Ttee J.D.M. Import Co. Inc. Keith Frank Holly Fritz Siddy O’Sullivan Jewelex New York Ltd. William Fryer Jacob Pankowski $2,500 to $4,999 Bonnie Kaplan Scott Garwood Preferred Payroll Services 3335 South Prairie LLC Kar Tran, LLC Gayle B. Geldermann Ronald N. Primack Sandra Daulton Robert J. Karnia Joel M. Glickman Mark Przybyla Mercedes-Benz of Westmont Gofen and Glossberg, LLC R & R Grosbard, Inc. $1,000 to $2,499 Over-Easy, Inc. Carol Gould Valerie A. Reubelt Mary Ann Mahoney Pet Supplies Plus James Green Diane Richards Larry W. Michalski Ashley Robbins Hackney’s on Lake, Inc. Root Engineering Services, LTD Rogers Enterprises, Inc. Edward N. Tuder Sylwia Halupka Samuel Saidel Laura Hanson Bradley Schiller $500 to $999 $100 to $249 Terri Heraty Eve Shira Arnie Bauer Buick - Pontiac - GMC Lisa A. Abner Nancy Hirschfield Don Snydel William Banks Asset Mutual Mortgage, Inc. Yolanda Hranicka Donald Snydel The Adams Foundation Michelle Baxter F.B. Hubacheck Splash Dog, Inc. Sol Kale Benco Dental Clark Hughes Donna Stites King’s Express, Inc. Joann Braman D. Harrison Jones Chester Strugats Moshe Namdar & Co. (USA) Inc. Jacob Brooks Katherine E. Karch Jill M. Taylor Paras Diamond Corp DBA Amikam Cheryl Burden Linda Kunik Laurie Torres Patio Food Products, Inc. Mary Capek Neal Lenhoff Uneek Jewelry, Inc. Shivani Gems, Inc. John Chesney Abel Leon Carrie Valderrama Lori K. Stern Chicago Cat Clinic Kathy Leon Vaughan’s Pub The O’Neil Foundation Joseph Coco David Levine Dennis R. Vozella Thomas P. Colberg Trudy Lieser W.W. Grainger, Inc. $250 to $499 Gail Couture Lighting Solutions of Illinois Waldman Diamonds Complete, LLC Acme Scrap Iron & Metal Inc. Peter Davis John McEnroe Roger L. Weston Dave Benck Tammy Dettloff Eric Miller Sharon Whitley Dennis Boultinghouse Nancy Dillon John Montalbano William A. McGinty Co. Joan Carroll Katelyn Doherty Kristen Morgala Richard Zisook Chicago Board Options Exchange Becky M. Elrad Claudia Morris Diagem, Inc. Kathy Fanslow Jane M. Mrofka

PAWS Chicago apologizes to the above donors for accidentally failing to recognize them in the 2008 Annual Report that was featured in the last issue of Angel Tales.

Become a PAWS Chicago Athlete! Join the 2010 Marathon, Half Marathon or Triathlon Team

Put your best paw forward and become a In addition to receiving a tax deduction, you will know that your PAWS Chicago Athlete in 2010! donation was used to save the lives of homeless dogs and cats while supporting our mission to build a No Kill Chicago! Call 773.890.5118 or visit www.pawschicago.org Call 773.475.9470 or visit www.pawschicago.org for more information. for more information. 39 kids corner These kids are f inding great ways to lend a helping hand to homeless animals.

Will & Molly Bauhs held a “Garden Walk” Skokie- Sophia this past July. These super kids raised $100 and collected five bags of cat food, a case Washburne of canned food, three bags of kitty litter Middle School and scoops, a cat bed and toys, all for the homeless cats at PAWS Chicago!

For her bat-mitzvah, Sophia Pietrkowski (pictured on Will & the right) volunteered at PAWS Chicago’s Adoption Molly & Humane Center through The Skokie-Washburne the Family Service Program, Middle Schools in where children over 12 and Winnetka decided to a parent or adult guardian Students from Curie High School volunteered help those less fortunate can work on behalf of 2 ½ days assisting at the Adoption & Humane than themselves through homeless pets together. Center. This wonderful crew helped with a month-long service Sophia and her family cleaning, putting PAWS Chicago ID tags effort called “Go HOG helped get the animals at on dog collars, assembling e-collars for the Wild” HOG stands for PAWS Chicago ready for Spay/Neuter Clinic, “Helping Others Grow”. adoption by playing with assembling adoption Nearly 1,000 middle them, which helps them folders, and more! school children collected become socialized. She Their help was much gently used items: winter even donated some of her appreciated. coats for a homeless bat-mitzvah money to help organization, books for the homeless pets at PAWS a reading program, and Chicago! Sophia continues linens for PAWS Chicago! to volunteer several times Curie PAWS Chicago was elated a month and is considering when the kids came to fostering a dog. High drop off the items they collected which filled two School vans, stuffed to the ceiling! Maura

& Casey After taking a tour of the PAWS Chicago Adoption & Humane Center in July, Girl Scout Girl Scout Troop 21244 decided to help PAWS Chicago, earning their Bronze Troop 21244 Award along the way, by organizing and managing a towel drive! They marketed the event and had collection bins at neighborhood schools and churches Maura and Casey (and that the girls emptied daily. These PAWS Chicago Alumni, conscientious girls delivered the towels Koko!) held a lemonade to the Adoption Center on October 12th stand to raise donations for and ended up staying an extra hour just PAWS Chicago! to help out! 40 Maura

Seven-year-old Chicago student, Maura Lane, wrote a children’s book called Sabu & Me. The book is a re-telling of her earliest memories with her dog (and best friend) Sabu. Since Sabu was a rescue dog, Maura chose to have a portion of her book’s proceeds donated to PAWS Chicago. What a creative and thoughtful young lady!

Visit www.sabuandme.com 2009 Memorials & Tributes

Gifts made between April 16, 2009 ‑ October 15, 2009 in memory of the following people

Joan Ackeman by Annemarie Tunney and Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Sickle, Nancy Gold Eagle Company Greenebaum, Patsy and Barry Freeman, Ralph Robert Angell by Dorothy V. Hall, Eric and Doris Arnheim, Richard and Pat Cohn, Shimabukuro, Gayle Griffis, Gladys and Ruth and Michael Sklar, Susan and Robert Ambrose Glombowski, Lester and Nannette Smith, Susan Felber, Susan Schaumberger, Tooman, Molly Green, Mr. and Mrs. John T. Text 100 Public Relations-San Francisco, Kibler, Nancy Mendes, Patricia Lee Angell, the Chanan Family, the Sawyer Family, the Sara Pope Newell, and the Gloor Family Donenberg Family, the Kaplan Family, the Gorden Family, the Marks Family, and the Nancy Baer by Edward and Barbara Simmons Roberts Family David Bannow by Andrew Shackelford, Arlene and David Coronado, Heather Jessica Fon by Gerald and Joan Fon, Jennifer Edmunds, Andres Diez, Janet and Phillip and Greg Leean, the Fillip Family, The Straits Edmunds, Karen Stavins, Kirsti Kamykowski, from Marigold Bowling League, Mike and Larry Goldenberg, the O’Connor Casting Diane Malsom, and Cozzini, Inc. In Memory of Company, Sarah Bradley, and the Board Charles A. Fountain by Hal and Nanette of Directors and Staff of the Ounce of Bauer and Denise Konicki Prevention Fund Vivian Freitag by Jo and Don Rutz, Judith Sharon Sharp Mitcheline “Mick” Bartecki by Angela and Louis, Mary and William Stover, Melissa Fred Stewart Broemmel, Patricia Sexton Walsh, Reaugh and The Sharp Family got their first dog in the Ned Broemmel, Scott Lewin, the Pawlowski Harold W. Baske by Allied Vaughn, Family, the Zoberis Family, and Valerie and 1970’s: the rest is a history rich with beloved Next Generation Media, and Richie and dogs and a cat, Noir. When Sharon spoke of Gail Bieschke Thomas Papastefan Freya Cathryn Fuhrman by Lisa Gravesen, their first dog, she would say she and husband Debbie and Marian Bielawski by Darlene and William Swaim, and Gretchen Don didn’t know what they were doing. “We Loretta Ozga Krass Debbie Blitzen by Linda Dymon had no clue about spaying, dog behavior, Helen Gacek by Caroline and Gloria nothing.” She thought it was great that Donna Rae Bricker by Edward and Dia Coronado and Edward McGowen Weil, Gaile and Tom Leahy, Harry Hightman, today organizations like PAWS Chicago are Rhoda Davis Sweeney, Meghan McHugh, John Gmitro by Katherine Lingner educating people about the responsibilities of Patricia Cox, Rachel Kraft, Rhona Frazin, Beatrice Goldman by Patricia Oleck having pets as part of the family. Sidney and Sondra Berman-Epstein, the Elizabeth Gonczi by East Leyden High Kendle family, Thomas Richardson, Arlene School In addition to being “Mom” to children Semel, and Rodney Lubeznik Mary Griffin by Rachel and Brad Rose, and Laura and Kip, Sharon was a busy professional. Susan Ada Bromberek by Rebecca Lahners Ellen and Jay Lewkowitz Previously head of the Illinois and California Katie Brown by Andrew D. Ruthberg, Joel Karl F. Grutter by Vickie L. Novak and state lotteries, she continued her career as a A. Block, Laura Wright, Sarah Everakes, Michael Colpack leading international consultant in the gaming Lynn Schmoker, Meenakshi Jolly, Mondira Gertrude Halfen by Murphy and Jean and Debarshi Sengupta, Najia Shakoor, Paul Sheridan industry. When she came home she was able B. Glickman, Phyllis Dimitroff, Winston to wind down by communing with the dogs, Sequeira, and Theresa Reed Natalie Hall by Bob Hall, Debra Salm, Adam Brown, Jeff and Joan Cooper, Jim and Linda cooking dinner and enjoying a glass of red Daren Coleman by the Indeck Family Hays, Joan and Joe Posewick, Kris, Amy, wine. Even better was entertaining gobs of Cheryl Connor by Lisa and John Curtis, Caleb, Mya, Nora, and Will Gebke, Leon and people where she encouraged guests to bring Lucia Herrera, and Roxanne Romah-Picard Valerie Walker, Lynn Peppler, and Pat and Jim their pooches too. Dogs had free reign at Hall Paula Cowan by The Work-Life and the Sharp’s – they could do no wrong. Even Onsite Teams Irene Herman by Jean and Clark Fetridge, after her husband Don’s passing in 2006, she Dr. William Deutsch by Evangeline and John and Jane McCarthy, Marilyn Kirk, Myron Evanich Natalie and Herbert Brand, and Richard and continued to host dinners for a dozen or more Dorothy Durley by Cheryl and Jack Carlson, Patty Kent friends plus pets. Robert Hoyt Angell by Mary Jo LaViolette Bill and Karen Klopp, Kathy and Todd Recently, summer or winter would find Harriett, Liz, Ellen, and the kennel, Matthew Esther James by Kenneth James and Mitchell Smith, Patrick and Patricia O’Neil, Rosalie Gallas Sharon spending time in Lincoln Park with and Ron Schmitt, the Girls from Champaign Sharon Johnson by Jill and Mark dogs and friends in tow. She enjoyed watching General Agency, and the Tyrrell Family Luetkemeyer her Maltese Bo (Mr. Bo Jangles) attempting to John Eisendrath by Alice and John Strauss, Barbara Juarez by Chrissy Foli catch squirrels. Sharon and her friends talked Ali and Judy Simon, Alysa Slay, Amy and about books, the news, recipes and a favorite Brian Herzog, Amy Rosenberg, Angela Mary Lou Kinney by Cassandra Okoye Serrano, Anita Marks, Anne, Barry, Paul, and Dr. Chris Kirkpatrick by Christine Yoo and topic - her grandchildren (Quinn and Alexa). Judi Chessick, Arthur and Judy Serck, Bud Intersport, Inc. She made time to let Bo and his “girlfriends” and Arlene Block, Bud and Jeanne Aronson, Linda Koehl by Anne, Jenny, and Lauren Princess and Sugar have fun in the park – even Butch Pfaelzer, Carol and Woodgie Reich, Smith, Beth Gervase, Beverly Deaton, Bob in the below zero temperatures of January. She Daniel Ragins, David and Jeanne Nelson, and Shirley Karas, Carol and Ross Berberich, Don and Bobbi Bernstein, Ellen Wolff, Emily Charles and Nicole Perron, Chris and Megan felt that as long as the dogs were having fun, it Stermer, Gail Guggenheim, Glenn Schwartz, LaFrombois, Colleen McCutcheon, Cynthia was definitely worth the red-tipped noses and Hazel and Bud Herzog, Helen Greenebaum, Sternisha, Dawn Reimann, Deborah Cogan, cold feet. Jackie Rosenberg, Janice and Mickey Donald Slawik, Doug and Susan Steger and Kupperman, Jill and Steve Kalish, John and Family, James Distasio, Jane Llewellyn, Janice Sharon often said she was grateful for the Lee Saltzstein, Joseph and Gloria Marcus, Biegert, JoAnne and Donald Dibbern, Joan sense of fun that Bo and her other pets brought Judith and David Epstein, Judy Sloan, Kim, and Annie Doyle, Joan and Tony Roberts, to her daily life. Her son Kip and daughter Andrew, Alyssa, and Amy Weiner, Kristin and JoAnne and William Shackelford, Judy Webb, Brad Wood-Hales, Lawrence Dubin, Linda, Julie Schneider, Karen and Thomas Slawik, Laura requested donations be sent to PAWS Viski, Sherri, and Sandy, Lisa, Jon, Josh, Karen Ulfers, Kathy Gast, Kerri Donofrio, Chicago, Sharon’s “favorite charity”, to honor and Lily Zirin, Lynne Schechter, Marcia and Laila and Robb Henderson, Laura Bradford, the pets that helped make their mother’s life Robert Paley, Marjorie Hefter, Marcia Claus, Marcia Patterson, Marilyn Rice, so wonderful. Continued on page 44 42 In Memory of Catherine Soderholm In Memory of Zachary Kokomoor In Memory of Sharon Sharp In early August of this year, PAWS Chicago was devastated to As a child, Catherine (Cathy) Soderholm learn that one of its hard-working and dedicated volunteers, Zachary always had pets. From the Dachshund to the Irish Kokomoor, had tragically passed away. Zachary, a lifelong dog-lover, Setter, to her favorite cat, Tiger, these beloved pets was a student at Columbia College in Chicago as a Film Major, and were a big part of her upbringing and development. his love for the arts inspired him to write his own music and play When Cathy and husband Robert were married, the guitar. His creativity also spun its way into his excellent sense of they agreed that one day they would share their humor and fervor for life, and he will be fondly remembered for his home with some feline friends. After cat-sitting for big, bear hugs, beautiful smile, and warm heart. MacArthur, her sister Marybeth’s loveable tabby, While searching for work in Chicago, Zachary decided he Cathy decided it was time to get their own. wanted to volunteer for an organization, and he found a welcoming Within a month, Cathy and Robert welcomed home at PAWS Chicago. Growing up, Zachary’s parents, Pam and Agatha Kristy (Aggie) into their home, soon Frank Kokomoor, taught him and sister, Sarah, to love and respect followed by Mardi Gras (Mardi). Aggie and Mardi their family dogs. Lily (English Bulldog), Fanny (a one‑eyed Boston became a huge part of The Soderholm Family and Terrier) and Mamie (a black Pug) were treated as a part of their Cathy loved them dearly. They became supporters loving family. Although he always cared for dogs while growing of PAWS Chicago and asked relatives to donate up, he adopted a cat named Albert (who is now cared for by his to the organization in lieu of receiving Christmas girlfriend, JoAnna), and found an equally rewarding relationship presents. from his feline friend. After Cathy’s passing, Robert felt the logical After his unexpected passing, Zachary’s family did not hesitate to thing to do would be to have donations given to choose PAWS Chicago to receive donations in his memory, because a shelter that has done so much for abandoned they wanted to honor the choice he made to be a PAWS Chicago animals in the Chicago area. PAWS Chicago volunteer. His loving grandmother, Martha Ann Gould, has made a received an outpouring of special contributions generous offer to donate to PAWS Chicago every month for the rest given to honor Cathy’s memory. Robert says that of her life because of him, and his family continues to find solace in he “hopes and prays the money donated will help knowing that animals are being helped in his name. and knows Cathy is wishing the same”.

In Memory of John Eisendrath

For John, caring for animals was like second When he was not with his beloved family, nature, especially when it came to dogs. He John enjoyed exploring his artistic side. He was spent a good portion of his life in the outdoors, an excellent photographer and loved to paint, spending a lot of time fishing on Lake Michigan but he especially appreciated the time that he or working in his garden. In the latter portion spent sculpturing stone. He was a family man of his life, he enjoyed time with his best pal, who cared deeply for his children, as well as his Murphy, a West Highland Terrier who won a five grandkids. When asked who should receive special place in John’s heart when he would not donations in his memory, his family chose PAWS leave John’s side after his many surgeries. Murphy Chicago – an organization that he always thought was his constant companion and joy, and as John had a fine reputation and exemplified proper would often joke, his “number one child”. John dedication to animals. A devoted man to the end, and his wife, Linda, raised their three children, John will be remembered for his warm heart and Steven, Laurie, and Robert, to treat animals with big smile, and he will be missed by all who ever respect and compassion; a life lesson that John had the pleasure of meeting him. exemplified every day. 43 2009 Memorials & Tributes

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Linda Koehl continued ... Pauline Behrens, Red Arrow Products by Marjorie and Donald Sieg, Mary and Company, Renee Lewis, the Pullano Patrick Lenaghan, MaryJo and David Family, and IDT, Inc. Gumowski, Mary Lou Light, Mary Raila, JoAnn Larson by The Philadelphia Zoo Melissa Koehl’s fellow PT’s and OT’s at Marketing and Communications Team UIC, Melissa Koehl’s UIC Pilates class, Marcel LaVeque by Edward Faccone Michelle Heyden, Nicholas and Dorothy Marx, Patricia Weiss, Regent Park-Condo William Lazarus Gazikas by Jamie and 5, Robert and Donald Slawik, Sharon Michael Franklin Meltzer, Susan and Ernest Huerta, Susan Frances S. Lazarz by Gloria Carrillo, Jean Szesny, the Fuist Family, Walt and Beth Lashok, and Laura Lashok Horsfall, and William Koehl Dwayne Serge Logan by Vicki Lee Logan Patty Kokinakos by Cathy Sheffer and Joyce Mash by Lynn Washburn Philip Gasparas Bill McDowell by Theresa, Rick, Rosie, Zachary Henry Kokomoor by Jennifer Zorro, and Donovan Watson In Memory of DeFrancesco, Anthony and Jean Locastro, George Meadows, Sr. by Susan Parpart Aunt Lisa and Uncle Charles Gould, Bill and Deborah Bauman, Blaise and Ann Mary Ann Meyers by Terry Richards Robert Ready Congeni, Carol and Ken Button, Carol Heidi E. Mitsis by Libby Manthy, George and Steve Griffen, Carolyn and Frank L. Mazarakos, and Spud, Coco, Weezer, Simko, Charles and Connie Eberle, Zoe, and Zander Robert Ready was the youngest of 10 kids, Connie Johnston, Corey Wilkerson, Christina Moley by Rick and Angela Elia beloved husband of Cindy, well-loved Uncle of Thomas Stahl, Lynne Schappert, Dr. Kyle Kathleen Morgan by Belinda Morgan 29 and Grand-Uncle of 20 nieces and nephews. Tipton and Mrs. Susan Tipton, Dr. Barry Fish, Dr. Jennifer Savitski and staff, Dr. Clara O’Brien by Adele Testore While he didn’t get his own dog until adulthood, Ram Bandi and Mrs. Padma Bandi, Edith Scott Ochenschlager by Katherine Parr Bob loved dogs as a youngster, including a and Vincent Falcone, Edward Marshall, Charles Pacanowski by Steve D’Lorio friend’s gentle giant Great Dane who leapt over Jr., Frank, Pam, and Sarah Kokomoor, Tony Pellosi by Frank and Craig Andree the couch to greet him, and King, the ferocious Gerry and Jack Clifford, Martha Ann Gould, Gretchen and Harter March, Pauline Purcell by Michelle Barrett but loyal German Shepherd who lived at the James and Marlette Tanzosh, Jane Ellis, Joan M. Raetz by Barbara Griffith, family company. Jean Hungerford, Joe and Lina Kloss, John Maren Waksmundski, and Thomas Bob had a kind and generous heart with both D. Dellagnese III, Joyce Ruther, Diane and Atsuko Harlow animals and people. He would help a perfect Drummond, Judy Woolsey, Karen and Bob Ready by Anthony and Thomas De George Folsom, Kathie Merlo, Kathleen Michael, Barbara and Glen Coglianese, stranger because he could – whether to change a and Russel Hose, Larry and Harriet Debbie Rabishaw, Deborah Clarke, tire, give a ride to the gas station, or share a coat Richman, Linda O’Hara, Linda Vanfossen, Debra Koerber, Faith and Gerald Selzer, with the homeless on the street. He was a friend Lisa Aurilio, Lisa Killingsworth, Lois Grace Brennan, John and Amy Zurawka, to many whose visitation brought hundreds to and Leonard Phillips, Lowell Jones, John Stanton, Judith Blackburn, Karen Marcia Pantuso, Mark Whitmore, Ward, Ken and Betty Kniaz, Kevin and honor a solid and well-respected man who will Martin and Sherry Hellman, Mary Ann Carol Doberstein, Kevin Carter, Lynn be greatly missed. and Andrew Fink, MEDNAX Services, Rose, Martha Yount, Martin Kaprelian, As a faithful dog owner, Bob would bring Pediatrix Medical Group, American Gail, Eileen, and Mary Madura, Paul and Anesthesiology, Nancy Ludwick, Nandini Carol Rezmer, Peter and Dawn Clouston, home McDonald’s chicken sandwiches (no bun) and TK Kulasekaran, NCIU Nursing Sandra and Patricia Broussard, Stephan for a holiday treat, or just after a long day away. Leadership, Robert and Katherine Smith, and Janice Duffy, Suzanne Wille, Tank, He always made sure “the boys” had liver sausage Steve and MaryJo Hoffman, Susan Jeannie, Megan, and Erin Hallaren, Terry in the fridge and ‘cookies’ in their jar. When Bob Herbster, the Archey Family, the Kaufman and Steve Waigland, the Carlson Family, Family, the Nurses in the Special Care and Tom, Kathy, Kimmy, and Jaime described his love for his dogs, he would say: Nursery at Summa-Akron Hospital, the Kelleher “While you are always happy to see your spouse Nurses of Akron Children’s Hospital, the Lee Rietesel by Laura and Tom Kabler after a long day at work, there’s nothing like Sherrington Family, the staff of Akron Marty Roenigk by Virginia and the greeting you get from your dog(s), whether Children’s Special Care Nursery, the staff of Akron General Medical Center, David Foster you’ve been gone 10 minutes or 10 hours! It’s the staff of Summa Health System, Tom Stella Ruscetta by Bettina Roberts, unwavering and unconditional love that always and Denise Rybicki, Tom and Lori Stan, Deanna Whitzel, Gloria and Raul Alvarez, brings a smile to your face and warms your William and Lynne Dowling, and the Jerry, Donna, Meghan, and Erin Benish, heart”. Respiratory Care Department at Akron Julie Leonard, McDonald’s Central Children’s Hospital Division, McDonald’s Corporation Ohio After Bob’s passing, The Ready clan decided Ulla Krolicki by Deborah and Paul Region, and McDonald’s USA Great to have donations go to a worthy animal cause Duggan, Esperanza Marzano, Mary and Southern Region because of the important part dogs played in Patricia O’Leary, and Mickey Phillips Teadora Ryczko by Frank and Mary Bob’s adult life. After that was decided, wife Ruby Krouse by The Sudkamps and Pellegrini, Pamela Nickell, Sophie Ryczko, O’Briens Kathleen Bucholtz, and Sally Wallace Cindy said “it was easy to select a charity as we and Family were well aware of the great work PAWS Chicago Henry Krueger by Claudine Wisniewski, Kenneth Dotson, the Bill Sampson by the Serafin Family does as a No Kill shelter for so many animals; we Jeffersonian Hawthorne Club, and Sharon Sharp by Ann Gerber, Bob knew the money would be very well spent saving Its Never 2 Late, Inc. Bloomfield, Denise Sattler, Dennis dogs and others who are just waiting to find the Michelle LaBudde by Beth Pearlman Miller, Dorothy Collin, Dr. and Mrs. right home!” Richard Rovner, Gerald W. Shea, Kim Paul Landay by Diane and Donald and Peter Fox, Margery Ogle, Mary Bob is pictured with 7-year old Chip, who Roubitchek, Dan Lewis, Leon Henry, Dea McDonnell, Mary Moran-King personally picked out Bob as his “doggy daddy” Marshall and Doris Landay, Michael and and Patrick King, Pat Ranagan, Patricia Melanie Landay, Morton and Sue Lewis, and 10-year old Onyx. The last edition to Bob & Cindy’s “canine kids” is 5-year-old Mynx.

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Harding Walker, Patricia J. Hurley, Penelope In Memory of Cate, Peter and Paula Fasseas, Susan Karkomi, Martin Leavitt, Terry C. Leja, and the Staff of Pat Hurley and Associates, Inc. Jessica Fon Myrna Simon by Eliot Simon Catherine J. Soderholm by Drake Basett, As a child, Jessica Fon was known Amy and James East, Cindy and Kevin Palmer, for loving animals of all kinds. When she Cynthia Soderholm, Dagmar Reay and Family, was in the third grade, Santa Claus gave Dena Balzano, Donald Gall, Ellen Farber- Gall, Florene Wade, Francine Laura, Francis her a card with paw prints on it, saying McCafferty, Frederick and Marica Emmett, that her new kitty was waiting for her Jeannine and Carl Bjorndahl, Katherine at the local animal shelter. She and her Soderholm, Kathy and Howie Grossman, family adopted her friend, Boots, with Lan Pham, LeeAnn Humphrey, Lori and Urs Soderholm-Weber, Lyle and Nena Gall, Mary the gift from Santa, and Jessica found O’Donnell, Pamela Petrich, Paul Predick, a loving companion for years to come. Inner Rain Phyllis and Dick Wozniak, Brian and Chris Jessica’s parents, Joan and Gerald Fon, by Jessica Fon Gall and Family, Robert, Anne, and Kirsten also remember how Jessica had a habit of Lengfelder, Ron and Christine Reed-Harr, Sharon McCafferty, Vernette Dahlstrom, feeding the strays in the neighborhood, as the rain washes down on my head Vicki Smith, Martha and Chuck Esler, against her mother’s well-intended it reminds me of the things once said and anonymous wishes. as i stand in the moonlight Allen Sparks by Scott, Gretchen, Cameron and Emily Barber In high school, Jessica spent her spare on a star filled night Gretchen Lee Taylor by Dana Fields time volunteering for PAWS Chicago, and feeling every drop Ria Tepper by Jack Rubens later worked for a rock shop in Evanston as if my life comes to a temporary stop where she honed her artistic love for Patricia Trant by B. J. Benzell, Lynn and John i let it drip down my sleeve Trant, and Stephen and Victoria Hadaway jewelry making. Although she was young, allowing all negativity to leave Tom Tryboski by the Blackburn Family, the she was very independent and enjoyed Downey Family, the Hodak Family, the Lowitz traveling around the country and baking. with my feet planted on the earth Family, the Marden-Buetler Family, and the She was also an accomplished poet who i feel my rebirth Schlossman-Zimmerman Family had been published more than once. Kenny Velez by Carolyn Rothzen as i stand in the gentle winds Paul Wiener by “That’s My Dog!” Less than a month before Jessica i feel them carrying away all my sins Sharon Ann Wolf by Barbara Macknick, passed away, she and her mother had a i no longer have to feel David Stubbins, Dr. Eric A. Durant, Elroy and long talk about what they would want in that i still need to heal Dorothy Nelson, Joan Izzo, Joseph Siegler, the case of their deaths. Jessica said that Josephine Maletz, Margaret Carter, Nancy and she would want PAWS Chicago to receive i feel whole inside Michael Siemering, Richard and Judith Oehler, my energy no longer confined Sandra Anderson, Thomas and Nancy Izzo, donations in her name, so when she was and Vernon and Bernice Wolf unexpectedly taken from the world at the its impossible to remain Dawn Zapchenk and the Dunlaps by Joel heartbreaking age of twenty-four, her in any way the same and Nancy Genisio parents did not hesitate to fulfill her wish. with my inner rain She will be missed dearly by all those who cleansing my brain knew her, including her cat Smokey, who still looks for her and sleeps on her bed im finally free most nights. the way im supposed to be.

In Memory of Sharon loved all animals, but she had As a member of FEMA, Sharon took part a special place in her heart for dogs. If she in the effort to provide disaster relief for the visited a home without a dog, she would United States during the most dangerous Sharon Ann Wolf happily explain to the homeowner why of situations. Her thirty-plus years of they needed a furry friend of their own. service won her an award on the Fallen Her first love came in the form of a mutt Firefighter’s Walk of Fame in Maryland. named Buff, adopted from a neighbor When contemplating what she would want whose dog had an unexpected litter. Even in the event of her death, Sharon was happy at a young age, Sharon showed the love and to suggest that donations be made to PAWS compassion that her beloved, Buff, deserved Chicago in her name. With this beautiful and was rewarded with the unconditional act of kindness, Sharon continues with her love that one could only receive from a lifelong dedication to service, even when she pet. Her relationship with Buff was just the is no longer on this earth. In gratitude of the beginning of a lifelong affection for pets, donations that were made, her family would which helped her in her service career as a like to give their most heartfelt appreciation trading instructor for FEMA (the Federal to the people that remember and loved Emergency Management Agency). Sharon.

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In Memory of Natalie Hall

As a woman that focused on helping others enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, most of her life, Natalie Hall spent much of her especially those at “Club Cooper” – a neighbor’s time rescuing and taking care of animals. In her backyard BBQ. She also loved shopping, walking backyard, she kept the birds, chipmunks, rabbits, her dogs at festivals throughout Chicago, and the and deer fed throughout the seasons, and she ocean, where she had intended on spending her always had two dogs at a time, along with birds retirement. She was an exceptional person and and cats. It was the unconditional love that dogs will be missed by her family, friends, co-workers, give that captured her heart, especially from her and her dogs—and especially by her husband, pug, Isabella, who was by her side while she was ill Bob, who considered himself “the luckiest man and who had a special connection with her. When in the world for having her as a wife and friend”. Natalie was in the hospital having open heart sur- Natalie’s compassion for animals that were sick gery, Isabella collapsed, and it was discovered that or homeless inspired her family to choose PAWS she had heart disease, just as Natalie did. Chicago to receive memorial donations in her Along with her love of animals, Natalie also name. Natalie with her husband Bob and dog Icon at PAWS Chicago’s Fur Ball.

Gifts made between April 16, 2009 ‑ October 15, 2009 in honor of the following people

Michael Abrams by Trisha Pray, Katie O’Shea, Eckert, and Kurt, Karen, Diana, and David Tracy Benson and Lauren Potempa Schmidt Robin Alvarez and Anthony Alvarez by Elizabeth Friedel by Pam, Jean, Trixie, Milo, Perry, David Blatt Prince, and Steve Cipkowski George Andrews by Mom (Nicoletta Anos) David Glass by Ellen, David and Amy Muslin In Honor of the Joshua Annex by Cory Cruser Adam and Andrea Goldkind by Ian Schochet Wedding Guests of Kennede K. Banks by Regina Volpi-Calinda Joyce Greenwood by Katherine Lingner Ann and Mike Loochtan Joel and Eileen Barnicle by Chris, Sadie, and Kathryn Harder by Doug Harder Jenny Bartlow Tom and Cyndie Harwey by Lisa Giglio and Jeff John and Anne Barrows by Kathleen Rodak Byczek Mickey Bartecki by Hal Purkey and Shelley Maish Janet Herlehy by Jeff and Julia Kime Deborah Baughman by Greg Morris Rhoda Herzoff by Betty Volkmar and Delores Tami Bezark by Fern Edson Nigro Julia and Fred Bliss by Marina Tsed, Victoria Terry Jamiolkowski by Ron Jamiolkowski Beryozkin, Alexander Rubin, and Mary and Brent E. Jones by Celia Jones Fred Bliss, Sr. Andy and Micheli Jorda by Judy Harris and your Sue Breitkopf by Carolyn Mylander shower hostesses Wally Brewster and Bob Satawake by Sylvia Kale by Nick, Natalie, Austin, and David Keating Kitty Patterson Rosemary Check by April and Brian Shapiro Christine Karger by Pam Phillips Weston and Kiky and Henry Chen by Sarah Chen Roger Weston Emily Chrisman by Anna Fairman, Carly Lewin, Marilyn Kelly by Vivienne Botsch Ella Sunshine, Howard Chrisman, Kathleen David Klaskin by Karen, Dave, Cathy, Rob, Deveny, Madison Smith, Mark and Catherine Andrew, Jillian, Annabel, Sam, Jonathon, Mitzi, Ciolek, the Cima Family, and Josie Crumley Lola, and Ally Janatka and their five kitties In Honor of the John and Debbie Comeau by Megan and Jose and Terese Kortright by Tammy and Frank Nuccio Jet Dorward Wedding Guests of Bruce Crown by Dave and Ann Pateros Todd Laff by Aylon Schulte Justin and Renee Thomas Alex Dale by Brenda and Larry Perlstein, the Joy Lemm by Robert Rehor Tarshis Family, Maeve McMahon, the DeGraff Patty and Arnie Lenters by Dodi Bashan Family, Jim and Linda Cherney, Kenneth and Lisa Rosenthal, and Stephani Perlmutter Bruce Lingner by Katherine Lingner Stacey Daley by Ellen and Robert Rosen Sherry Lukens by Kacee Lingner Loren and Jim Dobbs by Steve, Alix, Danny, and Rebecca Macey by David Macey Jami DeGraff Susan Maclachlan by Nick Courson and Josie Ewing by Clara Siebert, Ella Neurohr, Jen Your Trial Ad Board Becker, Linda Knapp, and the Salk/Garfin Family Dana and Moose Mangi by Neal and Paula Fasseas by Alexis, Payton, Romeo and Ivana Sieroslawski Clyde Fasseas Mr. and Mrs. J. Martizez by Dr. and Mrs. Janice Focht by Margo Sutorius Howard Baim Dana and Scott Freeman’s Wedding by The Michael and Wendy Massa by Elizabeth Jones Bridal Shower Ladies and Richard Schwartz Denise Freiberg by Richard Eckert, Ruth Anne Jillian Mastropolo by Danielle Mastropolo

46 Gifts made in honor of people continued In Memory of Linda Koehl Jean McCarthy by Colleen McCarthy Peg McElroy by Emily McElroy Blythe McIlrath by Stella Barnes Linda Koehl has always had a Amy McManus by Thomas, Tom, and Katie sweet spot for animals and frequently Corrie McTigue by Dermatology Center of lamented having missed her calling as Southern Indiana, P.C. a vet. As a young girl, Linda got to stay Marla Minuskin by Faith Baxter home from school one day to watch Jeanne Noonan by JoAnne Noonan the family dog, Puggie, have a litter Anthony Nuccio and new parents, Megan and of puppies. The experience moved Frank Nuccio, by Anne Schrock her and she has been surrounded by Shauna Owens and Wes White by Jill and family dogs and puppies since. Ryan Shiroma The Koehl Family got their first Julie and Ron Petty by Sue and Fred Kriwanek mixed breed puppy, Sherrie, from an Rita Picken by Halle Luna accidental litter on a farm outside of Jocelyn and Bryan Pitts by Marissa Zolna and cuisine and enjoyed learning the Shawn Ritter town. Linda and her daughters, Melissa and Colleen, first saw her playing in a French language. Linda was thrilled to Janice Reinersman by Joe and Shayne Berkow have had the chance to visit France on Nora Luna Righter by Pablito, Sparky, and haystack and it was love at first sight. Gladys Dahmen She was struck with an appreciation of two occasions, once on a romantic trip with her husband, and another time Dan Roin by Julie, Saul, Nathaniel and Eliot Roin the unconditional love and innocence for her oldest daughter’s wedding. Emma Smoler by Joyce, Steve, and William Gertler of pets. She only had to hear about Pat Spratt by Alba Luz Ricard, Anne Baetz, Cecilia PAWS Chicago’s mission to know that Linda’s greatest love was always Walsh Burke, Fay Riese, Gloria Callaci, Jane and this was something she would want to her family. She was sensitive, full of Greg Wintroub, Jane Eaton, Janice Gascoigne, be a part of. compassion and humor. Linda also JoAnne Rizzio, John R. Ivicek, Joyce Hogeveen, had a very successful professional life Lisa O’Keefe, Mary and Cezar Froelich, Maureen Linda lived her entire life in the Gallagher, Patricia Richard, Peter and Paula Fasseas, Chicagoland area and often said she as a Labor and Delivery Nurse. She Stacey Saunders, Charley and Harry Huzenis, Susan was happy to live in the best city in was loved and respected by many Wiles, Virginia Sheahan, Will Thompson, William the world. She and Bill, her beloved of her colleagues at Rush University Bauer, William Stowe, Zylpha Crowe, Fay Medical Center. Hartog-Levin, and anonymous husband of almost 36 years, raised Lynne Styles by Julie Lemish, Linda Leahy, Marcey their daughters in Joliet, and later in As Linda was an avid animal lover, and Rey Reyes, Mark Stiles, and Susan Kartheiser Lemont, Illinois. Linda and Bill moved the family felt that she would have Mr. and Mrs. Robert Summers by Jim and back to the West Loop neighborhood preferred donations be made to PAWS Liz Perry of Chicago in 2003, where she enjoyed Chicago in lieu of flowers. The entire Danielle Swartz by Cary, Samuel, Nathan, Frances exploring new restaurants, attending Koehl family would like to thank and Elizabeth Gillihan operas, plays and movies with her everyone who has contributed to Oliva Tan by Elise Paschen, Stuart Brainerd, Jill husband, daughters and friends. She PAWS Chicago in Linda’s honor. This and David Sickle, Joyce Witt, Karen Robins, also very much loved to cook, and at kind and generous action by so many Margery F. Teller, Nicholas Gambardella, Robert Bond, Stacy Hirschman, Sue Ann Fishbein, times fancied herself a “gourmet chef” is something of which she would have the Pritzker Pucker Family Foundation, Zack to which her family would all agree. been very pleased. Kupferberg, and Zoe Sonnenberg She was particularly fond of French Mikael and Sara Tellqvist by Ann Tallinder, Jimmy Pagmen, Patrik, Linda, Helene, and Cecilia, Mathias Tjarnqvist, and Stefan Liv The Young Frankenstein Tour Cast by Brittany Marcinkoski Gifts made between April 16, 2009 ‑ October 15, 2009 David and Andrea Tingue by Lyn and David Kaufman in memory of the following pets Thomas Victor by Mark Gendleman Abe by the Winter Family Costello, and Presley McChrystal Bianca Voss by Abigail, Antje and Vivi, Christopher Day, Gigi and Claudia, Kathryn Chang, Summer Annie by Suzanne Flavin Caesar by Al and Denny McCarthy Crown, and Taylor Hurt Baby Boy by Dale and Jay Hinslea and Casper by Jacquelyn Hickey Paula Wajda by Brian Mroczek and Paul Dyba Vickie Grider Chloe by Pam, Stacy and Dave Barbara Wallace by Susan Wallace Bernie by the Berman Family Chuck by Elizabeth Mack Sharp Wedding Guests by the Dahlquist/Goldner Bijou Balachowicz by Jennifer Colandrea Coconut Star Ofman by the Anixter family wedding Bijou by Elizabeth Konopka Cody Barasch by Holly Lange Wedding Guests by Mr. and Mrs. Goldner Bill by Anya Kompare Colby Letchinger by Linda Grodin Wedding Guests by Ann and Mike Loochtan Bingley by Jim Koppel and Steve Blake Cruise by Deana Noonan Wedding Guests by Stacy and Fred Bingley by Tammy Stumbaugh Daisy by Carol Kyros-Walker Wedding Guests by Justin and Renee Thomas Bogey by Jeff McPherren Dakota and Libby by Sarah Holian Wedding Guests by Jackie Tylka and Phil Jeffery Bogey by Kim, Tim, Jack, Maggie, Dale by the Winter Family Mary Alice Wheeler by Elka and Chuck and Dobby Dillon by Judy and Chris Beardsley Susan White by Jennifer White Bones Wilcox by the LoMaines Dink Solomon by Solomon Family (Rob, David, and Cody) Foundation Carol Williams by Heather Williams Bonus Ray by Van Hanover Lisa Young by Karin and Barry Seiller Diva Amos by Dr. and Mrs. Jim Dunlap Boss by the Winter Family DJ “Bullwinkle” Chow by Stephen Hill Brookie and Silly Baskin by Judy and Howard Tullman Donna and Pooch Soto by Trini and Sasha Brown by Pat, Kristin, Megan, Michael, Duke Burke by Melissa and Chris Martin Continued on page 48 47 2009 Memorials & Tributes

Gifts made in memory of pets continued Elizabeth by Friends of Lisa Bursich Lucy Joost by Joy Marks Prince McCoy by Judith Block Elmo by Jo Ellen Martinson Lucy Littleton by Dan Chapman Ransom by Christine Jensen Elmo by the McNamee family Lucy Rodosky by Katie Rodosky and Riggli by Paul Remias and Sheila Miller Emerson Charfoos by Peter, Paula, Alexis and Charlie Scherer Rowdy Hodson by Connie and Tom Hodson Drew Fasseas Lulu Belle by Jean Metzler Rusty by Noel Cerda Emo by Brandon and Tara Barnes Lupita by Lance Lawson Saben Girl by Emi and Bert De Angelis Emory by Nancy and Elwood Troester Maggie by the Plack family Sadie by Lynn Tracy Ernie Neiman by Jen and Maisy by Rob, Cathy, Annabel, Sam and Sally June Giannini by Leonora Dickson Elizabeth Safranek Jonathon Wolf Sam by Beth Birnbaum Gracie by Christine Lama Marbles by Daniel Goss Sarabi by Rachelle Ankney and the Estes Park Gracie Lama by Nancy, Ken, Kevin, and Maggie Martin by Bette Resis neighbors Grossman Maudie by Jason, Jessica, Cartman and Jack Savannah by Mom and Dad (Mr. and Mrs. Gretchen Stowe by Ronald and Max by Julie Crone Plotkin) Kathy Zimm Max by Susan Howe Scarlett by Deanna and Amy Harry by Paula and Peter Fasseas Max Covell by Leonora Dickson Scott by Rob, Catherine, Annabel, Sam, and Hazel by Elizabeth Mack Sharp Max Winston by Anna, Tina, Ilda and Jonathon Wolf Heidi by the Winter Family Mark of BHLM Senta Jahn by Katherine and James Meints Henry by Janis, Jennifer, Ellie, Stephanie, and Amy McKala Collins by the Gillespie family Silly and Brooke by Janet Poppe Honey by Penny and Pat Finerty McKenzie Kress by Joyce Melzer Simka by Deb and Carl Wechter Iggy Schmidt-Matthei by Robert Hickok and Merlin and Callie by Elizabeth Hayes Skeets Meier by Liz, Felicia, Smush and Tux Brian Fletcher Meskis, Picasso and Blackie by Maddi and Sophie by the King/Kahrs Family Jake by Jen, Allison, Peg, Jeanne, and Zoe Quinn Shell Schmalz Stella by Patricia Jones Mia by Katherine Lingner Jake by Rick, Debbie, Marc, and Ozzie Taxi Mouton by Heather and John Aitken Mimi by Katherine Lingner Tigger Stacey by Susan Stacey Jezebel by Kati Kavanaugh Money Penny by Katherine Newhouse Josie Ficheltberg by The Hoffmeisters, Kouris, Tilly by Meg Boland and Mike Einisman Ricketts and Savauges Morris Hein by Jennifer Perfect Toby Tobster by Susan Swierk Julius, Theadora and Kasper by Mr. Bubba Cat by David Wright Toby Ward by Melissa Martin Donna Czukla Muffin by Diane Malatesta Twister by Jim and Theresa Mrowicki Justice Ahlberg by Jenny Stricker, Marlene Murphy by Beth and Paul Mannino Winnie the Cat by Diane and Robert Gundeck & E.J. Ahlberg Murphy by Sheila Miller Winston Rinella by Judy Tullman and K.C. Bayley by Mary and Roger Kieffer Nicky by Marcy Baim Lois, Carol, Eva, Jeannie, Melissa, Molly, Kiky and Henry Chen by Sarah Chen Oakley by Christian, Linda, and Scott Landreth and Renee Gallagher Klammer Kaplan by Ronald Kaminski Oreo by Nicoletta Anos Woody Fitzsimons by Kelly Fitzsimons Kramer by the Peds Group: Kelly, Leslie, Jen, Oscar by Gail Lukas Wrigley Trausch by Cosmo Santarsiero and Kirsten, and Isabel Oscar, Toby, and Jordan by Judy Grossman Karen Whalen Last Chance Ali by Bettina Decker Penny and Brie by Jennifer Bloom and Lily by Dave and Angie Ahlgren Alexandra Dreier In Memory of Lily by Rhoda Herzoff Penny by Sheila Miller Justice “Handsome” Ahlberg Lily Withaeger by Philip Carter Peri-Paws Rosenbaum by Ted and Angie Naron Lincoln by Brian, Robert, Jack and Hank Poodle by the Gately Family Little Guy by Kelly Kennoy and Lynette Vosen Louie by David Rice Luci by the Herlevsen family In Memory of Lucy Rodosky In Memory of In Memory of Money Penny Newhouse Winston Rinella In Memory of Roscoe Meyers

In Memory of Scott Patrick In Memory of Buster In Memory of Dink Solomon In Memory of Freckles Vanos

48 Gifts made between April 16, 2009 ‑ October 15, 2009 in honor of the following pets PAWS Chicago honors

Alexis Googs by Kim Wiseman Kinuko Kagami Bailey by Katherine Lingner Brook and Meadow by Pat and Bailey Dempsey Bruiser by Julie McCracken Buddha and Mousie by Laura Cabay Charlie, Sebastian, Maddy, and Zach Raskin by Liz Kinuko Kagami was a sweet, and Ben Ellrodt kind and compassionate woman Dexter by Ginny Scott whose life was filled with a great Dougal by Colleen and Pat Horn love for animals. Kinuko always Floyd Dog by Alan Erickson had at least two dogs and one cat Gordie, Riley, and Lucy by Patricia O’Neil in her home. As she grew older, Harry by Scott Marvel she made it a point to adopt senior Henry Edward Pozdol by Leona Shell dogs so as not to ever have to leave Leto by Alexis Mermigas them behind and allow them a Lottie by Kimberly Hertzig second chance at life. People in Magic Callison by Burt Family Foundation her neighborhood may not have Mandy by Cincy and Daly known her name, but they knew Moxie by Christine and Joseph Kreitzer her as the “little lady” who walked Spencer and Agador Spartacus by Filsinger Chicago her dogs several times a day around Taffy Walters by Sophie Walters the neighborhood and gave treats Windy Peeters by Katie Wilson to all the neighborhood dogs. One day while shopping at her. Kinuko would always make the Oak Brook shopping center, sure that she walked over to the she met a group from PAWS fence to give the dogs a quick pet. Chicago who were hosting an She would also help out the AY adoption event. After talking neighbors by going to their homes AP RTHD H PY BI to the representatives, they told during the day to let the dogs out LO her they had a dog for them if they were VE that would be perfect going to be gone. She for her. Kinuko met became close with her and adopted her first next door neighbors, PAWS Chicago dog, The Wiltjer’s. She Gigi. A short time formed a fast friendship later, Kinuko received and bond with their a call from PAWS puppy, Abby. Abby Chicago asking if she loved her special time would be interested with Kinuko. When in fostering an older Abby would see Kinuko Give a dog named Millie. outside, she would Tribute Donation She happily accepted wiggle and cry for her and Millie ended up to come over to the For any occasion – birthdays, finding her forever fence for her quick pet anniversaries, holidays, or memorials home with Kinuko. and kind words. And – honor someone special and help Kinuko did not of course, maybe a little have any children dog treat too! save lives by purchasing a PAWS of her own, so her Kinuko was an Chicago tribute card. Orders can be animals became her advocate of No Kill placed online at www.pawschicago. family. Every day shelters. She decided to org or by calling (773) 475-4240. Kinuko’s dogs were Kinuko’s beloved pets leave 75% of her estate Suggested donation is $50, but treated to car rides, (from the top down): Millie, Gigi and Cici to PAWS Chicago to donors of $100 or more may have walks to the park, ensure thousands of their names posted on the PAWS special snacks and animals would be cared Chicago website honoring or of course, love. Not only was for after her passing. Kinuko memorializing the special person or she loved right back by her pets, felt that all animals deserved she was also loved by many of pet. Honors or memorials totaling the chance to find their “forever the neighbor’s dogs! As soon as homes”. This was the reason PAWS more than $1,000 will receive a they saw Kinuko in the yard, they Chicago was so special to her. special tribute or memorial feature in would run to the fence to greet Angel Tales. 49 PAWS Chicago rescue, Phoebe ADOPT a Homeless Pet These precious homeless dogs and cats are looking for new families to open their homes and hearts to them. To see all the available PAWS Chicago pets in need of new homes, please visit www.pawschicago.org

Seymour Irene A 10-year-old Dalmation, This five-year-old kitty was Seymour was given up when given up by her owner. Can his owner moved to a building you give her the love and that would not permit dogs. This stability she deserves? lovable senior is looking for love.

Jilly Bianca This two-year-old front declaw A two-year-old Cattle Dog, Bianca came into Animal Care & Control was picked up as a stray by as a stray. She is waiting for a Animal Care & Control. She is now new home at PAWS Chicago’s waiting for an active and loving Adoption & Humane Center. home to call her own.

PAWS Chicago rescue, PAWS Chicago ALUMNI Annie Stay Committed to the PAWS Chicago Cause

PAWS Chicago alumni dogs and cats, and their adoptive families, often stay in touch and continue to support PAWS Chicago. Whether it’s attending events or alumni parties, keeping in touch with siblings and foster parents, or updating the Alumni page at www.pawschicago.org, there is a life-long bond: once a PAWS Chicago dog or cat, always a PAWS Chicago dog or cat. Please keep us updated and stay a part of our family. Kingston Chance I am absolutely thrilled with my I adopted eight-year-old Chance “I’m a decision of adopting Sputnik (PAWS Good Boy” Bateman from PAWS Chicago name Kingston). He is such a loving on September 11th. I had been fostering and crazy cat with so much personality. Chance for 4 1/2 months to get him over a He curls up in a ball and sleeps on my nasty case of heartworm. On the way home chest every single night like a little baby. I bought balloons, champagne and a choco- I really do think it was a perfect match. I’m pretty sure he’s happy with late cake with “Welcome Chance” on the top. I invited all my neighbors and how much we spoil him. I appreciate the time you all take to make friends to help me celebrate this joyous occasion. Everyone in the neighbor- sure the cats’ quality of life and wellbeing are really taken care of. hood saw Chance go from a malnourished sick dog to a healthy dog that Thank you for all that you do. - Christine & Kingston trots when he walks! His name will remain Chance, it fits him perfectly. Thank you PAWS! -Mary Eileen My fiancé and I have had Stella (formerly Godiva) and Oliver (formerly Stuart) now for a little over three months. We Everything is going good with Bacon ( the got them at the same time so they could dog formally know as Stetson). He is very well grow up together, now they are best trained especially house trained which is a big friends. Stella recently finished her first positive. He gets along with all my friends and training class and enjoys going to the family and everyone loves him. Thanks for Montrose Avenue Dog Beach and hang- setting us up. Bacon is an awesome match. ing out at Hamlin Dog Park. They are Here’s a pic of the Chicago White Sox new a great match and we can’t thank you Stella & biggest fan, Bacon. enough for bringing them into our lives. - Jeremy -Tom, Kate, Stella and Oliver Oliver Bacon

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