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Thoughts from the President & 01_Cover_MIA_Spring09 3/30/09 2:14 PM Page 23 02_03_MIA_Spring09 3/27/09 8:37 AM Page 2 President’s Notes THOUGHTS FROM THE PRESIDENT & CEO t is virtually impossible to pick up a news MICHIGAN HUMANE I publication or scan the Internet these days without reading about the ever-worsening SOCIETY SERVICES global economy. Here in Michigan, we are well aware of the impact as unemployment Adoption of Companion Animals rates soar and individual disposable income is dwindling or nonexistent. You might be wondering how all of this economic Animal Behavior uncertainty has impacted the Michigan Assistance Humane Society and how that translates into Animal Care/Protection Information what we are able to do for the animals of our community. First of all, I am pleased to say that our Cruelty Investigation incredibly loyal donors are continuing to provide much-needed dollars to continue the Education work being done by MHS for the animals. We ended 2008 on a fiscally positive note with Legislative Advocacy regard to fundraising, and our 2009 Photo by Rebecca Gutierrez Valentine’s Telethon results were outstanding, Rescue of Injured Animals so we know that animal lovers across Michigan are reaching deep into their pockets us, we know that with the support of our Reuniting Lost Animals to make sure that our four-footed friends are generous donors and the thousands of hours With Their Guardians well cared for. We also have carefully and of service given to us by our dedicated thoughtfully crafted a budget that includes volunteers and staff, MHS will continue to Shelter for Stray/ expense reductions wherever possible so that provide compassion and care to animals Abandoned/Unwanted Animals saving animal lives remains our No. 1 priority. throughout southeastern Michigan for years to But, as the saying goes, from those to whom come. Thank you for your support, and thank Spay/Neuter Program much is given, much is expected. Demand for you for caring. our services – particularly our free-food program, straw for doghouses in urban areas, Veterinary Centers and our low-cost sterilization program – is very high. Since the inception of the program Volunteer Program in March 2008, more than 4,300 felines have Cal Morgan been spayed or neutered through our low-cost President & Chief Executive Officer Wildlife Care and Shelter program. This has led to the expansion of the program to two events per month (in Westland and Detroit), and future plans include the potential incorporation of more low-cost surgeries into our daily veterinary center work. WHERE YOUR While we do not have a crystal ball to look MONEY GOES into and say that the worst times are behind 11.3% BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2008-2009 FUNDRAISING 0.8% 6.6% RETAIL OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT & GENERAL CHAIR OF TREASURER Rosalind E. Griffin, M.D. THE BOARD Dennis Harder Sam Haberman Cheryl Lippert Ross Lerner DIRECTORS Lee Lien VICE CHAIRS Madeleine Berman Denise Lutz Linda Axe David L. Bialosky Daniel H. Minkus, Esq. Ed Powers Beverly Hall Burns Petra Pepellashi Elizabeth Correa Rick Ruffner SECRETARY Samantha Durakovic Bruce Thal 81.3% SHELTER, RESCUE, CRUELTY INVESTIGATIONS Cheryl L. Phillips Tina Ford CHARITABLE HOSPITALS, EDUCATION PROGRAMS 2 www.michiganhumane.org 02_03_MIA_Spring09 3/27/09 8:37 AM Page 3 Volume 3 Issue 1 Table of Contents michigan hu mane society HOW TO REACH US Detroit Center for Animal Care 7401 Chrysler Drive Detroit, MI 48211 Adoption Center – 313.872.3400 Veterinary Center – 313.872.0004 Rochester Hills Center for Animal Care 3600 W. Auburn Road The mission of the Michigan Humane Society is to end companion animal homelessness, to provide the highest quality Rochester Hills, MI 48309 service and compassion to the animals entrusted to our care, and to be a leader in promoting humane values. Adoption Center – 248.852.7420 Veterinary Center – 248.852.7424 Berman Center for Animal Care COVER STORY 900 N. Newburgh Road Westland, MI 48185 12 Providing a Pawsitive Start Adoption Center – 734.721.7300 MHS training program addresses Veterinary Center – 734.721.4195 adoptable animals’ emotional and mental well-being in Adoption Center Hours Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri., Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. preparation for new homes Wed., 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Veterinary Center Hours Cover photo and photo at right Mon.-Sat., by appointment by Daniel Lippitt Cruelty Investigation Service area: Detroit, Hamtramck & Highland Park 313.872.3401 Mon.-Sat., 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Emergency Rescue Service area: Detroit, Hamtramck & Highland Park 313.872.0026 DEPARTMENTS 11 Ask the Vet Mon.-Thurs., 8 a.m.-7 p.m. 2 President’s Notes Keeping your pet healthy on a budget Fri.-Sun., 8 a.m.-5 p.m Behavior Help Line 4 Our Partners 14 Kind Kids Honor Roll 248.650.0127 Kids’ donations support MHS 5 Events Calendar Administrative Office 15 Fun for Kids 30300 Telegraph Rd., Suite 220 Bingham Farms, MI 48025-4507 6 Online Tributes Teach your dog or cat to give a 248.283.1000 Help animals in need – tell your story high five! Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 7 Laws for Paws 16 Tribute Gifts Animal welfare legislation update Our loved ones’ celebrations, honors Editor Using your tax return to help animals and memorials Nancy Gunnigle Contributors Tracy Balazy, CJ Bentley, Monica Celizic, 8 A Cat's Tale - PR Conspiracy? 22 MHS Online Store Theresa Falzone, Rebecca Gutierrez, Daniel Lippitt, Michelle Mooney, Michael Ortiz, Heather Pauli, Felines deserve a better rep! Shop for a cause Michael Redmer, D.V.M., Linda Reider, Nicole Reno, Mike Robbins, John Scharff, Filemon Vargas 9 Pet Photo Gallery 23 Celebrity Chat Photos of our readers’ adorable pets Flat Rock native/actor Dann Florek of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit 10 Paws for Applause Thanks to these groups for is published two times per year by the Michigan Humane Society 30300 Telegraph Rd., Suite 220 supporting MHS Bingham Farms, MI 48025-4507 The goal of MichigAnimals is to celebrate and enhance the human-animal bond through education and entertainment in support MichigAnimals is designed by Signature Media, of the Michigan Humane Society’s mission. This publication is made possible in part by the generous support of our corporate a division of the Detroit Media Partnership®. partners. MichigAnimals is distributed as a benefit to those supporters who have provided a donation of $35 or more within the last 12 months. www.michiganhumane.org 3 04_05_MIAspring09 3/26/09 4:17 PM Page 4 Our Partners 4 www.michiganhumane.org 04_05_MIAspring09 3/26/09 4:17 PM Page 5 Events Calendar We hope you will join us for these and other upcoming MHS events. For full details and our complete events calendar, visit www.michiganhumane.org! Join the Michigan Humane Society Sunday, April 19 for a fabulous afternoon at the Ritz-Carlton, Dearborn for the Bow Wow Brunch 20th annual Bow Wow Brunch as we present “Looking Back on Years of Accomplishments, While Ensuring a Better Tomorrow.” WXYZ-TV anchor/reporter Alicia Smith will serve as mistress of ceremonies. Festivities begin at 11:30 a.m. with a champagne reception, silent auction and mingling with adoptable animals and animal lovers, followed by a gourmet brunch, live auction with auctioneer Joe Walker, and a reflection on the past 20 years and where the next 20 will take us. Animal lovers of all ages are welcome. Purchase your tickets online, or call 1.866.MHUMANE. MARK YOUR CALENDAR! Here’s a look at some additional MHS events scheduled for 2009 Spring/Summer MAY 2 & 3 Protect-A-Pet Clinics Meet Your Best Friend at the Zoo To assist pet guardians facing financial Presented by Pedigree® difficulty, MHS will hold its 19th annual Detroit Zoo series of “Protect-A-Pet” clinics providing low-cost vaccinations and, new this year, JUNE 7 low-cost microchipping. Proof of low- Monday, June 8 Spring Mutt March income status will be required to ensure the Putts Fore Paws Grosse Pointe Shores clinics reach those most in need. A $3 fee Tee off for animals in need by joining MHS per vaccination this year is due to the for the second annual Putts Fore Paws at JUNE 15 increasing demand on MHS’ resources and Forest Lake Country Club in Bloomfield 2010 Pet Calendar Contest Deadline will help ensure that MHS can continue Township. The event begins at 8 a.m. with Entry form: www.michiganhumane.org this critical program. For locations, dates, registration and a full breakfast, followed and accepted forms showing low-income by a 9:30 a.m. shotgun start and 3 p.m. OCT. 4 status, visit www.michiganhumane.org. luncheon. Space is limited, so call Mega March for Animals 1.866.MHUMANE today! Hart Plaza, Detroit www.michiganhumane.org 5 06_07_MIA_Spring09 3/26/09 4:20 PM Page 6 Online Tributes HELP ANIMALS IN NEED BY TELLING YOUR STORY growing trend in online fundraising is Aproviding a fun and interactive way for animal lovers to help save animal lives – by telling your story! Whether you want to honor or memorialize a loved one, perhaps even a special four-legged friend, now you can share your story and photos by creating a personalized Online Tribute page. Through your Online Tribute, you’ll have the ability to be an ambassador for homeless animals and raise crucial funds – all with your own personal touch! Did you recently adopt a companion animal? Do you have a birthday or wedding coming up? Create a page celebrating your special event to share with family and friends, who can support MHS directly from your personal page. Or perhaps you’d like to honor a pet more animals in need.
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