Tails ‘n Ties Annual Dinner & Benefit Wrap Up Fall Events and Gifts Tails ‘n Ties Annual Dinner & Benefit was held on Sept. 29th at The Cornhusker, A Marriott Hotel. Spay It Forward First Graders Give Capital Humane Society Guests enjoyed musical pieces played by Noteworthy Ensemble during dinner. Greg Ford auctioned Spaghetti and music First graders at Beattie animal themed desserts and a few special items. Winners of this year’s raffle included Leah Harris – a filled Red 9 for the Elementary went as far as ride over Lincoln in a WW 2 bi-plane and Stef Bowers – golf for four at Firethorn Golf Club. Robert A. Spay It Forward emptying out their piggy banks Downey presented information and plans for the new Animal Adoption Center being built on the corner fundraiser this fall. for Capital Humane Society in SHELTER SHARING of 70th and HWY 2. The Wheezetones October. Friends and family of WINTER 2011 performed for over the students also pitched in and The Capital Humane Society wishes to thank the following sponsors, vendors, businesses and individu- 300 attendees during gave to the cause. When it was als for their generosity and support of the Tails ‘n Ties Annual Dinner & Benefit. We could not have all said and done, the students the Sept. 15th event. Nearly $2,400 was raised Mission: To fulfill the promise of animals, the Capital Humane Society done it without you! to help with the Spay/Neuter Clinic at the Capital raised $650 for the shelter. Bob shelters animals, protects animals and teaches compassion and respect. Humane Society and the Spay/Neuter Grant Downey was very pleased to First grade students with a check to be program at Animal Control. make a trip to the school and be presented to Bob Downey. Man’s Best Friend *Lidia’s *Bill Barnett Jock and owner/shelter volunteer Timoree greeted presented a check on behalf of Capital Humane Society Assurity Life Insurance Company *Tricia Branchaud *Laura Coniglio guests as they arrived at Sponsors of the evening included Three Eagles the shelter. Coco Is Happy To Be At Home Again Pinnacle Bank *UNL Athletic Department *Bread & Cup the dinner. 2320 Park Boulevard Communications, The Wheezetones, Red From Robert A. Downey, Executive Director *Children’s Zoo *Vincenzo’s Ristorante Lincoln, NE 68502 9, Budweiser and Nebraska Animal Medical Their efforts were part of a Furry Friends *Empyrean Brewing/Lazlo’s *Alicemarie Adams 402.441.4488 Reuniting a dog with her beloved family is my Center. Capital Humane Society is so grateful challenge through Windstream Union Bank *Zena Neverdahl *Bowling Artworks www.capitalhumanesociety.org Christmas present for 2011 – for me, one of the for the support of this event. You can’t beat a to win $25,000 for Technology at US Bank *Gladys Weidebien *Morgan’s Salon best Christmas presents ever. I want to wish you night of music by the Wheezetones and some Beattie. One of the criteria was *Rachel’s Boutique *Al & Roberta Doeden and your family a wonderful holiday season. pasta to go along with it. to put together special projects Gold Level Sponsors: *Knudsen Law Firm *Nellies Pet Snacks that would benefit the Lincoln Articles In October, tears testified to the joyful reunion Ameritas Life Insurance Corp. *The Coffee House *N Street Liquor community. Beattie first graders First graders meet adoption dog Zoe ToMorrow’s Veterinary Care *Beadwork – April Stevenson *BizCo, Inc. and Bob Downey. of a dog and her family at the shelter. It was a chose to raise money for the new Staff Profile poignant reunion, for circumstances had forced Hampton Enterprises *Harley’s Heating & Air Conditioning *Jamie Gorum Bob informs the guests of the plans for the new Animal Adoption Center. Animal Adoption Center. a separation that fortunately turned out to be a Dr. Sharon Hier-Duffin & Assoc. *Lincoln Vacuum Supply *Advanced Aesthetics Elite Educa- Volunteer Spotlight Physicians for Women *Ellynn’s Bridal tion & Day Spa temporary one. Some time ago, a woman and her A plaque will be put up at our new adoption center, recognizing the Alpha Dog Marketing *Imag…ine Glass *Antelope Creek Veterinary Healthcare Center Does My Pet Need a Sweater? son walked into the shelter with their Chihuahua, Beattie first graders. We hope all of that hard earned money and time *Pat Strnot – Rolling Acres Coco, with their eyes filled with tears. Changes in their living situation forced Tomika spent will win them Windstream’s challenge. It’s such a great feeling to Dog Training 101 Silver Level Sponsors: *A-4 Animal Hospital Contributors to the Raffle: and her family to surrender their dog, a tough decision with no alternatives. know that our young people are making a difference in our community. Bahr Vermeer Haecker-Bob LeZotte *Mindy Shortridge Duncan Aviation Real World Vet Experience Coco had been a happy member of the Williams family for the past six months, Bahr Vermeer Haecker *Jacobson Vet Clinic Firethorn Golf Club The Dog Bowl donated by and her outgoing and loving personality made a strong attachment inevitable. The Becky Veak *Governor Heineman Butterfly Bakery, was one Tails ‘n Ties Annual Dinner feelings were definitely mutual. West Gate Bank *Fanchon’s Nails a La Naturelle A special thanks to the Capital Humane of the many cakes bid on by guests. Furry Friends Wish List Crook’s & Stuff *Fast Frames Society Board of Directors & Spay It Forward But our circumstances change and we pet owners sometimes find ourselves in *West Gate Bank Staff who donated desserts for Wish List difficult situations. Such was the case for Tomika and her family. An increasingly Printing of the Invitations & Programs: *Billy’s Restaurant the live auction. tough financial situation forced the Williams to move from place to place, and Tomika l Bleach l Aspen Bedding for Small Animals A to Z Printing *Floorworks Bob LeZotte had no luck finding a place within their price range that permitted dogs. l l Fresh Flower Centerpieces: Petal Creations *Lincoln Community Playhouse Becky Veak Shoe Boxes Little Critter Food Upcoming Events Auctioneer: Greg Ford, Ford & Ford *Goldworks Kelli Stanley Smith l Aluminum Cans l Shirt Boxes I witnessed Tomika and her son dropping Coco off at the shelter. They were obviously Auctioneers *Mike Forsberg Jon Gross l Collars & Leashes l 9 volt Batteries + Closed for the Holiday very upset, but I could not get over how sad the boy was. My heart went out to them. Dinner Music: Noteworthy Ensemble – Julie *La Paz Mexican Fare & Cantina Jeanelle Lust Dec. 25 & Jan. 1 I did not want this to be the end of their story. l Non-Clumping Cat Litter l Cotton Balls Felzien & Genevieve Randall *Lincoln Running Company April Rimpley Bob thanks board members Jeanelle l Rubber Gloves l Dryer Sheets Three weeks later, our Animal Behaviorist called Tomika to see if her living situation *Sandra Fournier Sherri Wimes Lust, Bob LeZotte & Nancy Mitchell, + 2012 Spring Phonathon Contributors to the Auctions: *Nebraska Brass Orchestra Scott Vyskocil who will be leaving the society after l Cat & Dog Treats l Zip Lock Sandwich bags had changed. As a matter of fact, it had. What Tomika didn’t know was that one of serving two terms on the board of Jan. 30 - Feb. 16 our volunteers had been fostering her dog in hopes of one day returning Coco to *Rent-A-Van *Natalie George Bob Dean directors. l Dish Soap l Purina Dog Food her. *US Bank *Nebraska Jazz Orchestra Nancy Mitchell l Washable Cat Toys l Purina Puppy Chow + Puppy Kindergarten Class *The Dish *Barbara Thomas Ann Ringlein l Hard Rubber Chew Toys l Purina Cat Chow February Our volunteer raced down to the shelter with Coco that day, and Tomika, filled with *Benefit Management *Meier’s Cork & Bottle Alisa Eichorn l Paper Towels l Purina Kitten Chow Call for date and time emotion and gratitude, came right down. As soon as Coco laid eyes on Tomika, *Cliff Hollestelle *Scott Colborn Roger Moody Coco jumped around with excitement. From all directions, tears flowed as Tomika l High Efficiency (HE) Laundry Detergent l Glass Cleaner *YMCA – Camp Kitaki *Lincoln Symphony Orchestra Darcie Ross thanked us again and again, and hugs were exchanged—again and again. *Janna Harsch *Superior Vet Care Robert Downey l Wooden Chewing Blocks l Toilet Bowl Cleaner *Lincoln Saltdogs *Pawsitively Pampered K-9 Grooming Donna Bode l Blankets/Towels l Carpet Samples Our Animal Behaviorist, Randy, describes that day as one of the best days at the *Becky Veak *The Cornhusker Ryan Sailer l Dishwasher Detergent shelter since joining the Capital Humane Society. These kinds of things make the *Lied Lodge & Conference Center Nebraska City *Margaret Medel Butterfly Bakery world go round. Talk about warm fuzzies all day long and a Christmas gift to outlast *The Westin Crown Center *Five Star Carpet & Floor Care Cupcakes & More Guests make decisions on the dessert they the holiday and year. would like to bid on. Board Officers Jon Gross, President Present the coupon below and Raising Cane’s will donate $1 to the Capital Becky Veak, Vice President Does My Pet Need a Sweater? Humane Society from every Combo Meal sold. This offer is valid from November Capital Humane Society Nancy Mitchell, Secretary By Lynn Fry Collins, DVM 1, 2011, through March 31, 2012. Out & About Training Tips on a Well Ryan Sailer, Treasurer Real World Experience Sherri Wimes, Member-at-Large In the past few years clothing for pets has become very popular. The “Paris Hilton Behaved Dog: purse Chihuahua” prompted sales of everything from formal wear to designer Critter Corner For Vet Students sweaters. With a cold Nebraska winter just around the corner it brings up the Time Warner Cable, Ch 13 Dog Training 101 More than a half dozen Directors question…..Does my pet really need a sweater? Wednesday, 6:30 p.m.