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ARF Celebrates 35k Adoptions Page 15 Why We Rescue Page 8 Community Interest Maddie’s Legacy Saves Countless Lives

Visitors to ARF enter through the Maddie’s Animal Care Center doors. Maddie’s Fund® (www.maddiesfund. org) is a family foundation endowed by the founder of Workday® and PeopleSoft, 2890 Mitchell Drive Walnut Creek, CA 94598 Dave Duffield and his wife, Cheryl. Maddie’s (925) 256-1ARF Fund is helping to achieve and sustain a no-kill nation by providing solutions to the Adoption Hours Wed - Thu: Noon - 6 pm most challenging issues facing the animal Fri: Noon - 7 pm welfare community through its grant named after the family’s beloved Miniature Sat - Sun: Noon - 6 pm giving, hands-on animal care, research, and Schnauzer who passed away in 1997. ARF Thrift Store education. Maddie’s Fund and its signature Follow Maddie’s Fund at Facebook. 1950 Market Street, Suite H Maddie’s Pet Adoption Days, America’s com/MaddiesFund and @MaddiesAdopt on Concord, CA largest no-cost pet adoption event, are both Twitter and Instagram. Mon - Sat: 10 am - 4 pm

Board of Directors Last Revision: March 23, 2014 Tony La Russa, Co-founder and Chairman Gregory L. McCoy, Esq., President Jennifer Hall, Vice President Neal Mitchell, Treasurer Help ARF Build a Dental Suite! Kara Carter, Secretary Bradley N. Blake James V. Heim We’re thrilled to announce the launch of an exciting addition to ARF - a dental Timothy Krisch suite which will enable us to rescue even more animals in need! Many dogs and Bianca LaRussa Steven C. Parrish cats languish in public shelters because they only require a simple dental procedure Jeff Sposito that most rescues lack the resources to provide. When John Steiner our dental suite is completed, we will be able to rescue Amy Trask these precious animals, give them the treatment they need, and help find new families to love them! ARF Executive Staff Elena Bicker, Executive Director We can only build this innovative clinic with your help. Bobbe Bartlett, Development Director Elaine Durkin, Finance Director Will you donate today to open the door to even more Stephanie Erickson, Operations Director pets in need? www.arflife.org Make your Tony La Russa’s Animal Rescue Foundation gift today! is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit agency, which receives no local, state or federal funding. Life-saving services and arflife.org programs are made possible through the generosity of caring people.

Ashley Thiry, Scoop Editor Cole Kuiper, Art and Production ARF Core Values Strategic Anchors We love feedback on The Scoop! Contact [email protected] Open • Driven • Educator’s Spirit Save lives • Inspire learning • Connect hearts On the cover: Iago ● Rescued January 2017 One of the more than 35,000 lives saved since ARF began in 1991

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Just a few days later, the facility’s dryer caught fire, and thankfully no animals or humans were injured. ARF leapt into action to rescue many of the shelter’s residents due to smoke inhalation concerns. Even with that minor setback, we could not be more pleased with the direction our teamwork has taken, and with all who are working tirelessly to make Antioch Animal Services a success. Maddie’s Fund has graciously funded ARF’s efforts in Antioch, as our budget could not support the resources needed to update their facility and bring the desperately needed medical attention and care to the animals. We know we have much more to accomplish; however I wanted to share key excerpts from a recent article on the Antioch City Council’s approval of the newest exciting undertaking. For the complete article, please visit arflife.org/help/antiochimprovements.

On Tuesday, the Antioch City Council unanimously approved Brad Pitt was in a cage in the laundry room a recommendation to increase staffing within the Animal Services across from the dryer when the fire broke Department in an effort to bring services in-house. out. He’s now at ARF looking for a home! Under the recommendation of non-profit organization Tony La Russa’s Animal Rescue Foundation, the City has been working early a year ago, ARF’s Operations Director Stephanie on processes, outreach efforts, and finding ways to improve Erickson and I approached Antioch’s City Manager and the overall shelter conditions and operations for the past three Chief of Police to forge a community partnership with N months. The agreement will continue for another 9-months. the under-resourced shelter run by the city’s Police Department. One of the recommendations were to bring in a part- With an annual intake of a little more than 3,000 animals, the time veterinarian (3-days) and a full time veterinary technician city’s budget did not support staffing levels to compassionately to provide animal care services. In total, along with other care for the animals in their charge, and their veterinary contract recommendations, it will cost the city of Antioch $202,575 permitted a veterinarian for just one hour, three times a week. annually. Antioch Animal Services’ (AAS) shelter was built in 1991, a time when the number of animals served by the city was significantly “What ARF has agreed to do if we go to this model, in less. Sadly, the shelter was housing more than 250 animals in a conjunction with capital supplied by Maddies Fund, is they would space designed for less than half that amount, staff was stretched like to provide all the capital improvements to make that surgery beyond ability to keep up with daily cleaning, and the shelter’s room a working room that can be used by the onsite Doctor once-operational clinic had fallen into disrepair. of Veterinary Medicine and Veterinary Tech, and supply all the medical equipment to go inside that surgery room,” said Brooks. In typical ARF fashion, we jumped right in. First, ARF’s Mobile “ARF is willing to supply all of that so we can begin this model of Clinic was dispatched to provide sterilization services, resulting in veterinary care but only do so if we can commit to keeping that nearly 500 animals altered to date. Under the leadership of Sara level of care after our agreement with ARF has expired.” Bragg, ARF’s Community Programs Director, efforts to humanely reduce overcrowding were addressed and recommendations for improvements to animal care, record-keeping, and other policies Stay tuned for more progress on ARF’s partnership with AAS were quickly implemented. ARF’s Pet Safety Net program for pet and Maddie’s Fund, and please consider a gift to ARF this spring retention began working with would-be surrenders, and has as new beginnings for Antioch unroll and kittens begin flowing circumvented more than 50 pets entering the shelter since late into our own doors. Your contributions and enduring support will December. In January, the installation of portals into cramped allow ARF to provide loving care to animals in need, inside our cat cages allowed humane housing, and a team of ARF animal shelter and beyond ARF’s walls. care staff and volunteers worked side-by-side with the Antioch Animal Services team to clean and disinfect the shelter from top to bottom.

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Pepper Coco Adopted December 2016 Adopted December 2016 “Pepper is filling a void in our hearts we didn’t realize “I adopted Coco the kitten for my oldest daughter’s was there. She is so precious, and seems so thankful we opened birthday. She could not have been a better match! My daughter and our hearts and home to her. She is now a recliner-snuggling, ball- her family completely LOVE her and as you can see by the attached catching, squirrel-chasing, hike-taking sweetheart. We are grateful photo so does their German Shepherd. It took one day for the little to ARF for helping us find member 5 to complete our pack.” kitten and the big dog with love in her heart to become friends!”

Pets for Vets Spotlight Joe and Ronda Adopted March 2016

Retired Army veteran Joe knew something needed to change. He was staying indoors all the time, never wanting to go out - not even for groceries. When he heard about the Pets for Vets program, he was skeptical. He wondered how much of a difference a dog could make. Then, he met Ronda. Suddenly, Joe found himself planning fishing trips on the weekends, knowing Ronda would be by his side. He took her for daily walks and enrolled her in training classes. It all felt so natural that Joe didn’t realize anything had changed until his wife mentioned his new activities. That’s when it hit him: Ronda was the difference. After attending Pets for Vets training classes, Ronda recently received her Canine Good Citizen designation - an important first step in becoming certified as a service dog for Joe. “This is a great program that’s helping a lot of vets,” Joe told us. “People might not think a dog is a big thing, but for combat veterans it gives us someone to open up to. I needed a battle buddy, and I found her in Ronda.”

Learn more and support ARF’s Pets for Vets program! • arflife.org

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Wine & Whiskers St. Louis FORE! ARF Golf First Day of Camp ARF Redbird Club in Busch Stadium • St. Louis, MO Blackhawk Country Club • Danville, CA ARF • Walnut Creek, CA Reservations at arflife.org Details at arflife.org See all camps at arflife.org 6 6 14

Basic Manners Classes Begin Kids Paint Your Pet Night - Ages 9+ ARF’s 26th Birthday ARF Dog Training • Walnut Creek, CA ARF • Walnut Creek, CA See all dog training classes at arflife.org Register at arflife.org July 8 20 4

Puppy & Kitten Shower Animals on Broadway Keep your pets safe on the 4th of July! ARF • Walnut Creek, CA Broadway Plaza • Walnut Creek, CA Find pet safety tips at arflife.org Get involved at arflife.org Learn more on Page 7

Save the Date for Upcoming ARF Events!

August 8 September November 16 -19 Clear the Shelters - Free Adoptions! Wine & Whiskers Walnut Creek Leaders & Legends ARF Headquarters ARF Headquarters ARIA Resort & Casino Walnut Creek, CA Walnut Creek, CA Las Vegas, NV

This is a sampling of ARF classes, workshops, camps, and events occurring April 2017 - July 2017. To register or to view the most up-to-date information on events, visit arflife.org.

Page 5 www.arflife.org Spring 2017 Inspiring Learning Explore the World of Animals at ARF’s Vet Camp

One of the most popular programs at award-winning Camp ARF, Vet Camp gives kids a unique opportunity to explore their passion for pets. Campers from first to eighth grade immerse themselves in the veterinary world through age-appropriate hands-on activities, demonstrations, and lessons about animal health and wellness. Gowning up, meeting dogs and cats from ARF’s Pet Hug Pack®, working with actual animal case studies, and learning practical first-aid techniques deepen campers’ understanding of animals and how best to care for them.

Vet Camp’s lessons of responsible pet ownership leave a lasting impression. Parents tell us their children better understand dogs and cats, are inspired to take on new responsibilities caring for their pets at home, and share the lessons they learned in Camp with their friends and classmates.

Vet Camp, and all of ARF’s Humane Education curriculum, inspires the next generation of animal lovers with lessons on respect, responsibility, and good citizenship for all. Bring these powerful concepts to life - sign your child up for a summer they’ll never forget at Camp ARF.

Discover Camp ARF for all ages! TK & Elementary Middle & High School c Vet Camp c Kind Kids c Vet Camp c Shelter Animal Care c Animal Adventures c Project CARE c Animals WORK

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Saturday, May 20 c Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek CA Fundraising Pet Walk: 9:30 - 10 am c Community Festival: 10 am - 4 pm Rescue Groups c Adoptions Pet Wellness Fair c Kid Zone Vendor Booths c Dog Wash KOFY-TV Doggie Casting Calls Activities c Demonstrations Raffle Prizes c and more! Get the latest details on Animals on Broadway! arflife.org Thanks to our amazing Sponsors! Sponsorships • [email protected] Register for the Pet Walk to Save Lives!

Put your paws to the pavement and save lives at the fundraising Pet Walk, immediately preceding the Animals on Broadway community festival! We need you to reach our goal of $90,000 to help even more homeless dogs and cats. Here’s how you can make a difference: Walk as an Individual Use our template to easily create a personalized webpage for fun and effective fundraising. Can’t make it for the day? Set up a virtual walk to join the fun from anywhere! Walk as a Team Rally your friends and form a Pack to boost your fundraising power! Get Your Business Involved Enjoy a fun, fresh team-building experience with your company when you walk as a Pack to save more lives! Act today! www.arflife.org

Page 7 www.arflife.org Spring 2017 Did You Know? • Nationwide, more than two million animals are euthanized in public shelters every year • About 20 years ago, an estimated 20 million animals were euthanized yearly • In shelters, underage animals and animals with special needs require the most resources, and are most at- risk for euthanasia • Roughly two million animals are adopted from shelters each year • Your support can save them! Adopt • Volunteer • Donate Spay and neuter your pet Why We Rescue he gangly Australian Shepherd-mix took a timid step, her dogs and cats are taken out of tragic situations only to be in im- large white paw brushing the ground at an abnormal angle. mediate danger again at underfunded public shelters, desperate TSeven year-old Claire was one of 140 animals confiscated to be rescued before they run out of time. Animals who are under- from a horrific hoarding case, and she had been cramped into a age or those with special needs, like Claire, are especially vulner- too-small crate for most of her life. Without room for her long legs able due to the sheer amount of resources it takes to keep them to properly grow, her two front paws now permanently bend to thriving. When it’s time for overcrowded shelters to make difficult the right. Despite her physical challenges, Claire was not in any decisions, they are often the first casualties - and we race against pain and had plenty of love to give. When we rescued her, we knew the clock to save them. she’d have a new chance ARF rescues dogs and cats who have run out of time at to find the happiness she public shelters because they need help to survive. Thanks to our deserved at ARF. supporters, ARF has found homes for more than 35,000 cats and Claire’s story is not un- dogs since 1991 - animals who otherwise had no chance for surviv- usual. By the time they’re al. Nationwide, more than two million animals are still euthanized rescued, many animals in public shelters every year. A little more than 20 years ago, the have been a silent wit- number reached as high as 20 million. Fortunately, humane shel- ness to inhumane treat- tering, local and national spay/neuter efforts, and community ed- ment that no loving ucation have decreased the amount dramatically. These numbers companion should ever demonstrate positive trends in shelters nationwide, but there are endure. Often, one res- still millions of dogs and cats in desperate need of rescue. When cue is not enough to we look into the eyes of animals like Claire and realize how close keep them safe. Many she came to a tragic fate, the urgency of our work strengthens our

Page 8 www.arflife.org Spring 2017 commitment to save even more. Daily, ARF receives urgent calls about animals in deplorable circumstances. Each life-saving rescue mission is only accomplished through the support of our friends. Every dog and cat at ARF only makes it through our doors because people like you care enough to step in and make a difference. We can’t erase the pain of their pasts. With your help, we can give them bright futures. Your gift to ARF today will be a lifeline of love and hope to dogs and cats still waiting to be rescued. arflife.org

Kittens and puppies are some of the most vulnerable in public shelters, due to their age Claire enjoys a walk at ARF and fragile immune systems

Lend a Paw! How You Can Help ARF’s Animals Volunteer Discover exciting adult volunteer positions in a variety of roles, including animal care, events, community outreach, ARF’s Thrift Store and Boutique, and much more! Register for a Volunteer Information Session c arflife.org Attend an Event Join ARF for unforgettable events benefiting our lifesaving programs! Check the calendar on page 5 for upcoming events like the FORE! ARF Golf Tournament and Animals on Broadway. Get details on all events year-round c arflife.org Corporate Giving Set up an employee giving campaign in your workplace, sponsor events, or host your own benefit event to introduce ARF to other members of the community! Contact Development Manager Sarah Kruger c (925) 296-3103 Join the Pet Hug Pack® Would your dog or cat be a perfect candidate to spread joy and comfort with ARF’s Pet Hug Pack visiting animal team? Last year, the Pack brought their special magic to more than 400,000 people in hospitals, schools, and more. Learn more and sign up your pet c arflife.org Donate at www.arflife.org

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New California Law: Hot Car Dangers

Spring and summer are fast approaching. Though most of us love to bring our animal companions along with us, you should never leave your pet in a hot car. Even on a mild 72-degree day, a car’s internal temperature can skyrocket well past 110 degrees within an hour. This year, California passed a law prohibiting leaving animals in unattended vehicles if by doing so you endanger their health or well-being. Leaving your pet unattended in conditions including extreme weather, lack of ventilation, and lack of food or water could subject you to criminal prosecution. If you encounter a pet trapped in a hot vehicle, by California law you must follow these five steps to rescue the animal: • Determine that the vehicle is locked and breaking the window is the most reasonable method of entry • Act in good faith, believing there is imminent danger if the animal is not removed • Contact law enforcement before entering the vehicle • Use no more force than necessary to enter the vehicle • Remain at the scene with the rescued animal in a safe location until law enforcement arrives. For more pet tips, visit arflife.org

Bark at the Park 2017 What Will Your Legacy Be?

We are very grateful for the enduring commitment and ® ARF is teaming up with AvoDerm support from our friends who help ARF throughout the year to ® Natural Pet Foods, Nylabone , bring more animals and people together. and the American Pet Products Your decision to remember ARF in your will or trust will Association’s Pets Add Life (PAL) impact the lives of countless animals and people for years to Campaign to bring Bark at the Park come. Legacy gifts provide very meaningful support, ensuring events to Major League Baseball! ARF will have the resources to continue our life-saving work into the future, while fulfilling your personal wishes and financial goals. Los Angeles Dodgers Seattle Mariners Planned gifts can include bequests, gifts of life insurance, Dodger Stadium Safeco Field retirement plans and IRA’s, real estate and other opportunities. Saturday, May 20 Thursday, July 6 Your legacy to ARF will one day provide a lasting promise of hope for so many animals and people in need.

Oakland Athletics Colorado Rockies I would be happy to speak with you personally about how Oakland Coliseum Coors Field you can provide a lifeline to animals in need for generations to Friday, July 14 Wednesday, August 16 come.

Bobbe Bartlett New York Mets Arizona Diamondbacks Development Director Citi Field Chase Field (925) 296-3149 Monday, September 4 Date TBD [email protected]

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Diogi, Scott and Kerri S. Denison Lucky, Judy A. and Michael Batlin Adoption fees for ARF’s Very Important Pets (VIP) Donald Fielding, Anonymous Marci Marcantonio, The Morrison & have been pre-paid by generous supporters. Donald Tatzin and Ellen Reintjes, Foerster Foundation John F. Mullen Marian, Peter A Stuart To sponsor an animal please contact [email protected]. Dr. Melanie Koehler and Spencer, Marianne Wood, Donald C. and Jan Richardson Marianne Wood Elaine LaRussa, Philip D. Pitchford Marie Avila-Pike’s sister, K. Marie Acorn, Mary G. Vassar and Eric J. Hula Hoop made in memory of Elena and Bill Bicker, Dolores B. Avila-Pike Brink Benjamin, Genevieve Cottraux McCoskey Marlie and Chloe, Margaret S. Ada Lovelace, Sonja, Batman, and Robert Ward Ellie, Kathy Tokuyoshi Porpora Scooby, Henry, Magic, Jump Johnny Boo and Saint Nick, Emilie, Charlene M. 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Adlai Stevenson, Robert B. Simon Charlie, Craig and Susan Elliott Jackson, Kathleen M. O’Rourke and Maggie, Barry W. Hart and Carol Adora, Karen E. Baker Christine Ann Kelly, Julie Kelly Lee Heida Sturman Alan ‘Doo’ Radcliffe, Nancy and Luis Raymond K. Kelly Jake and Zack, Jill C. and Ron C. Ryan Marcos Kitty, David Geiger Herrera Cindy Stratton, Polly A. Bowen and James Burke, Elaine and Richard Marsha Kane Metz, Mitch Alan Levine, Tracy Levine Judith A. Morrow Durkin Sauberman and London D. Cammack Ali Herbert, Casey and Howie Herbert Claire Garrigues, Susanna, George, Jan Pool, Joseph D. Stecher Martin ‘Marty’ Frank, Ellen F. Frank All the Boston Terriers you have Derek Highsmith & Peter and Robin Jane Dirito, William Mulcahy Mary Ensign, Bonnie Ranney and loved, Patricia A. Baran Murray Jean Pappalardo, Thelma Davis Mark Ranney, Joan P. Kunz Alyosha, Edward J. Leiter Cleo, Terrance P. and Sibylle M. Jeff Anthony, Margaret A. Mullins Mary Louise Pope, Jeanne J. 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Arena David Tenberg, Marvin M. Tenberg Joey, Boucher Family Melba Reiling, Deborah J. Reiling Bandit, Theresa M. and Thomas M. Delilah, Alice L. Carr JoJo, Theodore M. Oberlander Meow Meow and Friendly, David McCarthy Dijon, Jim and Jackie Boucher Jolie, D.J., Heidi, Fiffi, Skipper, Geiger Barbara Doane, Marianne R. Lynch Dixie, Linda M. and Gregg J. Mollins Trixie, Moody, Brandi, Fuzz, King Molly, Phil G. Balistrieri Barbara Freitag, Elizabeth Ann Kelly Dolores Davis, Annabeth D. Fish and Jepsom, Kathryn A. and Molly, Sally and Carrie Blank Barney, Robin E. Tenold McMillen Wilfred P. Brolin Molly, Barry W. Hart and Carol Bella, Juliet L. and James K. Russell Dominique Jolene King Cushman, Jolley, Eric and Jennifer Tresser Sturman Ben, Craig D. and Susan Woody Duane W. King Cushman Jonathan Low, Hanson, Marcia and Molly Carter, Cindy Monroe Ben Leonard, M.D., Frank Farr Don Pierce, Cynthia Pierce Kimberly Low Molly Gordon, Bill and Shannon Cook Benjie, Shannon, Heather, Peeper, Donald A. Anderson, Carol A. Josephine C. Guerrero, Maria J. Riley Mom and Dad, Marlene Vogelsang Momma, Petruchio, Einstein, Anderson Josephine Viera, Martha H. and Peter Monica Meyer, The Buchalter Firm Mags, Sydney, Eli, Chloe and Donald R. Weldin DVM, Jay and Ellen C. Plante Chris Hines Hamilton, Steven B. and Karin M. Williams Josie, Lindsay Norgard Katherine W. Milan Chase Dusty, Christine A. and Jerome A. Judge Herbert Donaldson, Louise Gary and Mary McCurdy Bijou, Terrance P. and Sibylle M. O’Malley Frazee Swig Winchester Carlisle Partners, LLC Billy, Roger W. Gies Ellen Nims, Rachel Meyers Julie Ann Emily McKibbin, Pamela Morgan, Cheryl D. Matthews Blue Harrick, Tania and Christopher David O. and Carmelina Nims Wirht Muff, Penny, Molly, Buddy, Duffy M. Harrick Ellen Wendy Weiss, Andrew M. San Ramon Regional Medical Center and Mac, Mary Ann and Steven N. Bob The Cat, Celeste M. Leal Jacobson Kali, Valerie Longo Passerine Boogie, Boss, D.J., and Dusty, Steve Ellie Belle, Deborah M. Collins Kathleen, Margaret, Janie and Myeka, Steven L. and Maria Valente W. Benninga and Barbara J. Edwards Fisher, Judith Morton and David Rhea, Esther D. Germen Nancy Goldstein, Debbie L. and Boomer and Whitey, Meriann Rector Keith Roger’s mother, Keith Rogers Stuart Winograd Muraoka Flopsie, Kathleen M. Edmonds Kelly, Charles F. and Kristine Carlin Nancy Quintrell, Suzanne V. Ortiz Brooke ‘Caroline’ Crotty, Robert S. Florence Goodale, Carol and Larry Kenny Barfels, Donna and Arthur G. Napa and Cali, Paula B. and Michael and Jane Crotty Tessler Maionchi M. Bafan Bubba Trombetta, Robert C. and Foxie and Blackie, Ilene R. Hollis Kit, Beth Fisher Nelli Chan Pusch, Bessie Woo Deborah R. Nevins Foxy Brown, Trudy A. and Larry C. Kramar, James F. Bonner Luanne M. Peters and Robert E. Hora Buddy and Keela, Sharon E. Goldau Robinson Leahigh, Harry C. Aitken, Jr. Randy J. and Denise L. Denham Buddy Rognlien, Barbara Jeanne Gabby, Toby Curry and Dee Trevorrow Leslee Mesick, Natalie Caputo Nemo Robbins, Joan Balzarini- Glenn Gary Mattila, Ila K. Mattila Lety Garcia, Jorge A. Garcia Robbins Buddy Yates, Barbara Johnson Gracie, Theo, Cookie and Reilly, Linda Gail Johnson, Nancy J. Simpson Nick, Mary C. Orr Budgie, Laura P. and Dean Pedersen Lewis T. Egan Kathleen Drennick and Bruce Morgan Noland Adams, Charles R. Gower Buster, Marianne R. Lynch Guido, Bruce A. Childs and Bonnie J. Linda Weber, Catherine L. Pleasant Oliver, David Geiger Buster, Tricia Yeap and Michael Collins Lucy, Lois A. Peterson Oliver, Glenn and Diane Colacurci Parent Guido, Floyd W. Childs Lucy, Glenn and Diane Colacurci Oliver Hsieh-Miller, Melissa Miller Cabo, Joseph P. Daly Halo, Jennifer M. Bowen Lulubelle, Laura S. Thompson and and Marion M. Hsieh Cadeau, Julianna Fawcett Harry, Judith D. French George Gutierrez Oscar, Amy J. and Robert C. Trask Calamity Jane, Richard K. Faszholz HollyBelle, Carol A. and Donald M. Luna, Daryl Gedney and Fred Lawson Pat Cartwright, Susan C. Bowman Callie and Tuxedo, Paulette Wrede Hayden Madison, Andrew Chang and Jennifer Pat Hartman Cherie Beemer, Carol Shinmoto, Tami L. and Thomas Huckleberry, Donna Oldag Foote William F. Beemer M. Fumoto Iole Louise Matteucig, Denise Larkin Madison and Finnigan, Marcia Patrick Grimsley, Kennedy/Jenks Casey, Gail and Marc Haefke and David Barnard Chesson Consultants, Inc. Celine Ehrlich, Linda G. and Raymond Jack, Karl Lebrane Maggie, Ann M. McDonough and Peaches and Smokey Mason, E. Lawson Jackie Bengtsson, Devin Kinyon Martin D. Brady Markley H. and Carolyn Mason

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Peanut, Makaela M. Hammer Robert Hansen and David Hall, Pookie, Bailey, Scout and Zoe, Teddy, Terry and Randy Henderson Peanut, Keith Rogers Evelyn G. Baker Pets Eternal Rest, Inc Thomas Magnum Napoleon III, Peanut, Christine A. and Jerome A. Rolland E. Sears, Judith and Eugene Shelby Blase, Glenn & Diane Colacurci Philip Jonas Frazee A. Taggart Brooks L. Mccorcle Tootsie Roll, Nina I. Gerber Pedee and MacTavish, William D. Romy, Christine A. and Jerome A. Simba, Patricia A. Geary Trigger, Anonymous Hardie Frazee Sloopy Pearl, Deborah M. Collins Trouble, Hobbes, Mischief and Peggy, Sam, Scotty, Susie and Roscoe Quintel, Nancy S. and William Snickers, Bill and Shannon Cook Calvin Zorn, Michele E. and Edward Brownie, Martin and Harriet Spitz F. Quintel Snickers, Kaye and Jack Gordon Zorn , , , Peri Barbara A. Shuman Rosebud Lynne Palmer Snowy Craig and Susan Elliott Troy Zukowski, Mark and Lois P. Gill Phu, Julianna Fawcett Rover, SCAFO Corp Sparkle, Elaine Daubert Truffle Martsolf, Helena Martsolf Phyllis Standley, Connie M. Calderaro Roy Hix, Nancy Mcinroy Steven Webb, Susan J. and Carlton B. Tubby, Jan D. and Rockland A. Arnold PJ, Coach, Monet, Sunny, Kinkade Rugar, Barbara Jeanne Glenn Webb and Bardot, Lucretia A. and Steve Ruth King, Sonia M. and Gary Stormy, Barbara Freeberg Tux, Barbara A. Shuman Marcus Meneghin Sue Lovell, Peggy L. Golden and Kerry Wally, Jill and Randy Lamont Punk-a-dunk, Heather M. Rock Sadie, Steven C. and Diane Parrish J. Klumpe Wesley A. Paine, Robert J. Quarrick Richard Noble, Joel White Sammy D, Ray O’Keefe Linda Nepps and Noma Spencer Wiley, Tammy and Jason Marchi Ricky, David L. and Lora I. Vernon Samson, Elena and Bill Bicker Timothy Chace William E. Bicker, Sr., Janelle and Riley Murphy, Antonette K. and Sara Cunningham, Amy L. and Sue-E, Cheryl A. Foss-Meyn Barry Clark Donald A. Murphy Walter L. Balding Suzi York, Margaret H. York Lisa P. Gomez Robert (Bob) Hughes, Frank L. and Susan Saavedra Suzie Q, Sophie L. and Robert D. Horvath Wily, Bonnie and Peter Sherwood Mary P. Nash Sasha, Barbara L. Whitcraft and David Taffy Lee, Geri M. and Robert P. May Zella, Renee D. and Christopher J. Robert Blaylock, Helene Wood C. Heinsler Taz, Michelle S. and Lon Rose Gallagher Robert Delmont, Natalie Elliott Scoobey, Bella, Tucker, Ellie, Chloe, TC, Port and Tiger, Lynette M. H. and Zoe and Chloe Barker, Patricia A. Robert Ginn, Donna M. Moldes Lola, Checkers, Henry, Titan, Russell Breed Barker

This listing includes donations received from 09/01/16 through 02/13/17. We apologize if we made a mistake in representing your donation. Please contact Lynn at (925) 296-3156 or [email protected] to make a correction. Gift amounts of $100 or more are recognized in the Scoop newsletter. To honor a special friend, visit arflife.org/honor to send an e-card, or mail your donation to ARF and include a note letting us know the name and address of whom you would like us to notify.

SPRING CLEANING? We Need Fosters!

Last year, more than 900 dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens spent time growing, healing, and receiving much- needed TLC in a loving foster home. Donate your gently-used treasures to the ARF Thrift Store Foster Orientation classes are offered twice a month. For a class schedule or 1950-H Market Street - Concord, CA for more information, please visit (925) 685-0908 facebook.com/ARFThriftStore www.arflife.org/foster

Page 13 www.arflife.org Spring 2017 Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinic Update On the Road With ARF’s Mobile Clinic In its first year of operation, ARF’s Mobile Clinic has had a tremendous impact on the pets and people of Contra Costa County. We’ve kept up our twice-monthly visits to the Martinez VA, where we are proud to offer free wellness exams and vaccines to the pets of veterans, and continue to utilize the Clinic for additional support for spay/neuter for ARF’s animals and our community partners. In addition, we now host a low-cost public spay/neuter clinic every week at select Pet Food Express locations throughout Contra Costa County! Since we launched, more than 1,200 animals have been altered onboard - preventing more senseless

loss of life due to animal overpopulation. Rachel Capil Photography Credits: Photo

Learn more about the Mobile Clinic and check upcoming dates! arflife.org/mobile-clinic

Looking for Love...

Silva Odessa Adopt Volunteer Donate

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Keen Mocha Finley Tera Celebrating 35,000 Adoptions Since 1991! In December 2016, we sent home kittens Tatum and Tiara - our 35,000th adoption since ARF began in 1991! To celebrate, we asked ARF adopters to send photos of some of the furry faces that have passed through our doors for the last 26 years. Max Beaujolias

Buster Suzie Q Sonic & Ziggy Quica

Cinnamon & Pippin Gracie Yahtzee Rosie Adopt Volunteer Donate

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17th annual Upcoming Events Dinner of Champions Fundraising Pet Walk & Wednesday, March 22 Phoenix, AZ Free Community Festival Wine & Whiskers St. Louis Saturday, May 20 Saturday, April 1 Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek Busch Stadium • St. Louis, MO c Fundraising Pet Walk 9:30 - 10 am FORE! ARF Golf Community Festival c 10 am - 4 pm Monday, May 1 Blackhawk Country Club • Danville, CA Adoptions c Rescue Groups c Pet Wellness Fair Dog Wash c KID ZONE c Best Dressed Pet Contest Raffle Prizesc Vendor Booths c and more! Walk to Save Lives! Join the Pet Walk! c Register today at arflife.org Details • www.arflife.org Sponsorships • Bobbe Bartlett • [email protected] People Rescuing Animals...Animals Rescuing People®