SPRING 2018 SHELTER TAILS Celebrating the Human -Animal Bond
Sunny: Finally, Officially, Home!
2017 By the Numbers
Meet Our New Staff
Sunny Adopted 10/28/17 Photo Credit: Mimi Ditchie 2 Shelter Tails From the Director’s Desk Dear friends, Board of Directors As we kick off 2018, the Chinese Ty Green President Zodiac’s “Year of the Dog,” we reflect Charlene Rosales upon 2017, which for Woods was Vice President most certainly the “Year of the Cat.” Terry Miron Secretary January 1st saw the completion Lisa Adams of our merger with North County Treasurer Humane Society in Atascadero. Mike Terry We integrated their cat adoption Director at Large program and welcomed their Jimmy apRoberts Past President dedicated staff into the Woods team. Martha Pedersen With our now combined resources, cat adoptions soared in North Woods Humane County and countless cats that had Society Staff been there for years found loving Jill Tucker homes in our community. In the Executive Director spring we unveiled a new state-of- Sue Berry Director of Operations the-art cattery at our San Luis Obispo Leslie Sklena, DVM location that can now comfortably Director of Veterinary Services accommodate more cats and kittens. Jill and her best buddy Ryder McPuppypants Steve Kragenbrink, CVA Additionally, throughout 2017 we Director of Marketing and Community Programs experienced our longest “kitten season” Gabrielle Amster ever, taking in a total of 680 kittens as litter after litter came through our doors. Director of Development Our community’s investment in the new cattery, and the tremendous support of Denise Reynolds our donors, volunteers, foster families, and adopters has paid off. Cat adoptions Business Manager were up at both locations by over 50 percent! Joy Miller Development and Outreach Manager The dogs certainly had their fair share of attention too. Despite a little bit of Michelle Rizzi downtime early in the year to make some improvements to our kennels, we Behavior and Training Manager managed to adopt out 1,190 dogs in 2017 – a new record! The dogs we were Robin Coleman Adoption Program Manager, SLO able to assist came from near and far as members of our community kept Rachelle Hiser coming through our doors to adopt them. We anticipate that 2018, the “Year Adoption Program Manager, of the Dog,” will indeed be one where Woods saves the lives of more dogs than Atascadero ever before. Braeleigh Doble Customer Service Manager, SLO On behalf of all of us here at Woods, thank you for making this work possible. Hannah Lowe Customer Service Supervisor, It is because of you that we have been able to save more animals and bring Atascadero unconditional love and joy to so many families. We ask for your continued Caitlin Amaral support as we navigate another big year for Woods Humane Society with Animal Care Supervisor, SLO the launch of our new spay/neuter clinic in Atascadero. Eric Stockam Behavior and Training Coordinator With animals to save and others to “fix,” we turn Jamie Relth your dollars into love, care, and hope. Humane Education Coordinator Catherine Armstrong Best wishes, Volunteer Coordinator, SLO Tom Lott Volunteer and Foster Coordinator, Atascadero Maintenance Coordinator Mark Van Cleve Maintenance Coordinator, SLO Jill Tucker Chantalle Little Executive Director Rescue and Foster Coordinator, SLO Dani McKinsey Intake and Adoption Coordinator Shelle Clark Adoption Support Coordinator Shelter Tails 3 MEET OUR NEW STAFF
GABRIELLE AMSTER & MINNOW DR. LESLIE SKLENA& ROO As we’ve grown so too has our need to ensure the In June 2017, Dr. Leslie Sklena eagerly joined the team sustainability of all we’ve accomplished. In the past year at Woods Humane Society as our Director of Veterinary we invested in brick and mortar and have seen how that Services. A California native and Cal Poly Animal Science has paid off in terms of soaring adoption numbers. We graduate, Dr. Sklena earned her DVM from the Atlantic now need to protect what we’ve built by investing in our Veterinary College in Prince Edward Island, Canada. financial stability. After a national search, in November we After shoveling snow from her driveway for the last time, were thrilled to welcome Gabrielle Amster to the newly she returned to California to practice companion animal created position of Director of Development. medicine in the Sacramento area. After earning her degree in Communications & Journalism Prior to coming to Woods she spent several years as a at the University of New Mexico, Gabrielle launched her shelter veterinarian providing the best care possible career in non-profit fundraising with positions at The to the homeless animals of San Diego County. In her United Way and the University of Virginia. She has worked most recent roles, she oversaw the medical operations in animal welfare for the past 11 years, previously as of high volume shelters, acted as the medical liaison the Director of Development and Marketing for Animal for community stakeholders, and was part of the team Trustees of Austin and as the Director of Growth and to spearhead the community outreach program that Sustainability at the Santa Fe Animal Shelter. Gabrielle provided low cost sterilization services. Dr. Sklena is feels blessed to join the Woods team and be a part of an thrilled to be back on the beautiful Central Coast and organization so beloved and important to the San Luis grateful to be a part of the Woods family. Obispo community. She looks forward to meeting you in the coming year! v
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2017 was another record breaking year. Here are a few of the highlights:
2,667 animals found new loving homes 1067 dogs 919 cats 123 puppies 558 kittens
2017 Our surgical team performed 4,264 spay and neuter surgeries
5,504 children participated in one of our Humane Education programs, an 86 % increase over last year
We celebrated a 97% live release rate
REVIEW 531 cats, dogs, puppies and kittens…lots of kittens were fostered until ready to enter our adoption program
Woods University provided training for 403 dogs and puppies
Volunteers gave 24,830 hours of service, equivalent to 12 full-time staff positions! YEAR IN
You, our supportive community, have made these life-saving achievements possible. Together we will accomplish even more in 2018. Thank you! v
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NUMBERS 1500 1721 1558
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500 606 ADOPTION 2014-2017 ADOPTION NUMBERS 407 404 331 0 5% 2014 2015 2016 2017 17% WHERE OUR ANIMALS CAME FROM IN 2017 27% SLO County Animal Services 460 People who needed help to rehome a pet 726 Unwanted puppies and kittens 600 28% Overcrowded shelters in nearby counties and LA 701 Shelters affected by Hurricane Harvey 136 23%
Ted, the 600th cat adopted 5% INCOME 2016/2017 at Woods – 8% Bequests $1,406,063 North County Donations $749,434 14% 43% Grants $194,414 Retail Sales $40,604 1% Fees for Services $457,745 6% Special Events $246,459 Interest Income $116,217 23% Total Income $3,261,431
10% EXPENSES 2016/2017 7% Program salaries and wages $1,106,698 43% Veterinary $481,478 Operational Expenses $560,608 22% Management and general $186,241 Fundraising $255,619 Total Expenses $2,590,644 Wilco, the 18% 2,500th animal adopted in 2017 6 Shelter Tails Sunny: Finally, Officially, Home! by Sue Berry
Sunny was just one of those dogs. Her big brown eyes, one of them with a fleck of blue, looked straight into your soul. She made connections easily; loved people and had a tail that never stopped wagging. She was already spayed when she was picked up as a stray in Monterey County. She was friendly, easy going and understood basic commands. We estimated her age as somewhere between three and six. No owner ever came forward to claim her. Sunny came to Woods with other dogs from an over- Sunny, as we first knew her crowded shelter, all various sizes and colors, some small and fluffy, some big and loud, some scared, some excited, all hoping for a second chance. anxiety to the heart of gold we all saw within her. She was The first family who adopted Sunny owned a ranch with a frequent visitor to the Behavior Department where she room to run and play but two days later she was returned. was a star pupil with basic obedience training. She went to She had wanted to chase the other animals on the ranch school visits with our Humane Education Coordinator. She and that was not allowed. spent countless days napping in my office while I worked; content with a chew toy or just to sleep quietly on a bed. Sunny was adopted again, this time by a family with She snored. It was adorable. children. Again, two days later, she was back. She wasn’t comfortable with their toddler so once more she was Woods believes that it is our responsibility to support our available for adoption, but not to a home with small adoptions even after the animal goes home. We have a children. well-established follow up program involving phone calls and emails in the days and weeks following an adoption. Adopters kept coming through our doors, choosing new We offer training support with our certified instructors family members and buying them new toys and collars for behavior challenges and we willingly accept returned and leashes. They left with their new loved pet while Sunny animals whenever an adoption doesn’t work out. We felt waited for her turn. Sunny simply had not found that right fit so we changed Kennel life can be stressful for animals. After being adopted our counseling techniques, updated her profile with new and returned, Sunny was showing signs of serious stress. information and gave her another try on the adoption floor. She was anxious about the barking. She was anxious about Sunny was losing weight. Her soulful eyes tugged at our the daily cleaning which involves noisy pressure washers. heart strings. We knew that the longer she was in a kennel, She was anxious about so many visitors walking through the harder it would be for her. Our Veterinary team ran lab the kennels. She didn’t like to play with other dogs and tests to be sure there was no underlying medical issue at began letting everyone know with constant barking that work. Everything was normal. she was not enjoying any of it. We tried as many ways as possible to reduce her stress. I brought her to my office Each time she went into a home it became harder for her during cleaning time, far away from the barking dogs and to adjust. She was becoming distant, even with those who noisy pressure washing. We took her for hikes, we took turns spent a lot of time with her. Finally a couple came forward to spending time with her playing games, giving belly rubs adopt Sunny. They had no children or other pets; they were and snuggling on the couch in the breakroom. not worried about her behavior, and this time seemed like a great fit. For weeks and even months after the adoption, we Months passed and Sunny waited. We knew she just needed followed up with the adopters and they seemed content. the right home, the right person who could see past her Shelter Tails 7
Two full years passed and then we learned Sunny had been picked up as a stray in Santa Maria. Her microchip was Thanks to our Veterinary team we knew registered but the contact information was no longer valid, so she came back to Woods Humane Society. She arrived a Sunny had a clean bill of health. Thanks bit older, grayer and slower, but she remained our beloved to our Behavior team we knew Sunny was “Sunny Bunny”. capable and eager to learn new things. When she was adopted and returned once more, we knew we had to try something different for this dog! We took Thanks to our staff and volunteers who video of Sunny showing how nicely she walks on leash spent countless hours with her, we knew and how snuggly she could be. We placed a plea on social media; we just knew her perfect person was out there. Sunny could form strong bonds with people We knew that someone would be willing to look past her who loved her. Thanks to our donors, we challenges, her anxiety, and her face now grey with age. We had to find someone who would be willing to work through had the resources to do all of these things any behavior challenges with our trainers and who would and give Sunny the second… and third… allow Sunny time to adjust in a home. and fourth…and fifth chance that she Sunny was adopted by a couple with big hearts and endless patience. They met with her several times. They talked about needed. Thanks to our Facebook followers, her challenges; her history; her story. They asked thoughtful her story was spread far and wide until her questions and did their research to be sure they felt capable of handling anything that might come up. final adopter came through our doors. They looked into Sunny’s soulful brown eyes, one with a fleck of blue, and said “Yes, we want you. Yes, we will be there for you. Come with us and we will be a family.”
AN UPDATE FROM SUNNY’S FAMILY:
“We are absolutely in love with her and she has been doing great…she’s gotten more comfortable in the house and is showing some silly personality. We’ve been giving her a lot of love and attention and she has just eaten it all up. We have a good sized backyard and she loves to sit on the edge of the deck and keep watch or just lounge in the sun. She’s been enjoying the toys we’ve gotten for her and we quickly realized that certain types of toys don’t last as long as others. Ha! She loves getting belly rubs and has been doing well on walks. We think that she is a perfect fit to our home and we love every second with her!”
Sue Berry serves as the Director of Operations Sunny loves to lounge in the at Woods Humane Society. With 14 years as a sun on her very own deck. professional animal welfare advocate, Sue brings a wealth of knowledge and unquenchable passion to her role. 8 Shelter Tails SAVE THE DATE
WOODS WALKS THE RUNWAY Friday, March 16 Once again Kelly’s Casuals will be presenting a fashion show to support the work of Woods Humane Society – North County. Join us at the Atascadero Pavilion from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. Tickets available at woodshumane.org/runway
WINE 4 PAWS April 7 and 8 For the 10th year we invite you to indulge in a weekend of wine tasting to benefit the homeless cats and dogs of Woods Humane Society. With over 80 wineries taking part you are sure to find the perfect spot to kick back and relax.
THE 18TH ANNUAL CHIHUAHUAS DE MAYO WOODS GALA – Saturday, May 5th TIKI TAILS Saturday, June 9th Do you have the fastest Chihuahua in San Luis Nestled among the grape Obispo County? Even if vines, Ancient Peaks you don’t you and your Winery’s Oyster Ridge petite friend are sure to facility is the setting have a fabulous time for this year’s elegant at this fun-filled event celebration. Join us for a featuring food, music, a scrumptious dinner, auctions, music, and perhaps a little costume contest and, of hula dancing. course, Chihuahua races.
Visit our website or follow us on Facebook to learn more about all of these events.
THE KITTENS ARE COMING… Can you help? Last year Woods Humane Society placed 472 kittens in foster care! Some were just days old and required round-the-clock care, others just needed a safe place to be until they were old enough to enter our adoption program. We’ll train you and provide all the supplies you will need. Interested? Please contact one of our Foster Coordinators. In North County email Tom at [email protected]; in SLO and south Woods’ volunteers fostered 472 email Chantalle at [email protected]. kittens last year – we need your help! Shelter Tails 9
We gratefully acknowledge this generous group of donors who have WOODS HUMANE ALLIANCE provided major support for the homeless January-December 2017 cats and dogs on the Central Coast.
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Christine Shea Leslie Coe a Fund of The Community Susan Gates and Cody Gates Sally Shennum Michelle Cotta Foundation San Luis Obispo County Ellen Gaver Julie Simko Matthew Coward The Peter and Mary Russo Family Constance Gehrt Mike and Linda Sims Anne and Bill Coy Foundation Bruno Giberti June Sprague Warren Crain Eric Watkins Russ Glines Gail and Roger Steele Kim Croft Francine Woods Joseph Gonzales Nancy Stephens Susan Cutts Barbara Zajac Joseph Gregory Design Vickie Surber Dexter Daniels Betty Ziegler Lee Gulliver Margaret Swigart Saeed and Laurel Davar Andrea Hartzell Diane Tempus Nancy Davis GUARDIAN Barbara Hasson Teri and Andy Thulin Anthony and Fabbian Detweiler ($2,500.00 to $4,999.00) Ursula Hauptfleisch Trinity Steel Corporation Daniel Deutsche Louise Abbott Carol Hayden TRI-X Incorporated Nirmala Dharmaraja Marsha and Ira Alpert Kathlene Henry-Gorman Randall and Jamie Voss Vivian Dilts American General Media Larry and Andrea Herron Roberta Wallace Ione Donati Bank of the Sierra Fred Hindler Jodi and Mark Whittaker James and Meredith Dority Jenny and Bruce Benedict Kurt Hoffman Edwin and Caroline Woods Kevin Dye Nicholas and Mary Cook Shirley Horne Susan Wright Merle and Nancy Elkin Ethel Frends Foundation Mark and Elizabeth Hornickel Kathryn Wullner Thomas Marion and Jay Erling Heart to Heart Real Estate Paul Johansen In Memory of Christine Yecny Darlene and Len Essig Lee Heller Maryalice Jones In Honor of Yogi Leon and Sandra Fairbanks Henry W. 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A Legacy of Giving
Founded in 1955, Woods Humane Society has grown from a small, volunteer-run organization to become the only full-service humane society in San Luis Obispo County. Throughout the decades Woods Humane Society has enjoyed tremendous financial support from members of our community and bequests have played a major role in ensuring our financial wellbeing. The generosity of those who have included us in their estate plans has allowed us to care for tens of thousands of homeless pets as we developed a full range of services. These visionary benefactors have positioned us to look to a future where every animal has a home where it is cherished. You can continue the legacy by making a planned gift to Woods Humane Society. Your kindness will ensure that we can continue to work tirelessly to save the lives of homeless pets. When you make a gift we will welcome you into our Legacy Circle, invite you to enjoy an annual donor luncheon and, with your permission, acknowledge you in our newsletter. For more information contact us at [email protected] or (805) 543-9316 x 33. We would like to acknowledge the visionary members of our community whose legacy gifts have come to us in 2017. These gifts are providing life-saving resources for homeless animals in our community.
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LEARN FROM THE BEST While there are lots of ways a trainer can earn a certificate, to become certified by the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT) is a pretty big deal. The CCPDT is the only independent certifying organization for the dog training profession and it requires the completion of rigorous, monitored exams to demonstrate mastery of humane, science-based dog training practices. In San Luis Obispo County there are only six trainers who have received this certification and three of them are here at Woods! Staff members Michelle Rizzi and Eric Stockam, and volunteer, Chelsea Mills, have each completed the arduous study and hands-on experience required to earn the designation of CPDT-KA. Using positive reinforcement training techniques they help dogs learn to navigate the world successfully. Every day they share their expertise with Woods’ staff, volunteers, new adopters and clients of Woods University. You and your dog deserve the best!
Chelsea, Eric and Michelle, three of SLO County’s best, work WOODS UNIVERSITY their magic in our training facility – an area we call Pod 3 offers: • two basic training classes, C.H.A.R.M. School and Petite Pals; Help us drive adoptions! • a weekly Puppy Social Hour; • a trio of unique classes, Feisty Fido, RELIEF for the Fearful Dog, Fun-gility; and The more you share and • Beyond Basics where dogs can earn an comment, the faster our cats AKC Canine Good Citizen certificate. and dogs find forever homes.
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