West Branch, MI - Ogemaw County Humane Society

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Quarterly Newsletter 2011
1367 S. M-33
West Branch, MI 48661
(989)343-PETS (7387)
BARK YOUR CALENDAR!!
OCTOBER 19
General membership meeting, 7:00 p.m.
Ogemaw County Courthouse.
October 29
Bake Sale at M-33 Supply, West Branch
10 a.m.
NOVEMBER 28
Tip Night at G’s, 5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
All tips are donated to the shelter.Come
out and enjoy a great meal and support
the shelter!
DECEMBER 3
Pictures with Santa at the shelter!!
11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.. Bring your pet, family and
friends to have their
picture with ole’ St. Nick!
DECEMBER 3
Craft Sale at OHHS. We need crafts
made by all our talented people!
DECEMBER 10
Pictures with Santa at the shelter
11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.!
We are looking for volunteers that would like to help
on our fundraisers. We have many events in the
works and would like to know if anyone would like to
help. If you can offer us a few hours of time, contact
Kari at karilee2@hotmail.com
Our new website is up and running! We
recently had a new website designed by
Echelon Web Design of West Branch.
The new site has more information on it
than our previous one, as well as the
ability to download forms online.
You can also make donations through
our PayPal account!! The new site is
easily accessible.
Available pets are updated
on the web each week .
Log on, take a look at ochs4paws.org
Thanks, Marj, for a job well done!!
Your input is very important to us!!
Any comments can be emailed to
OCHS Board of Directors
ochs4paws@hotmail.com
OR
you can mail your comments and
concerns to the Board of Directors
at P.O. Box 231,
West Branch, MI 48661
Include your name, address
& phone number!
We would like to thank the volunteers
who helped at the Ogemaw County Fair.
With everyone’s help, the OCHS netted
$773 in proceeds. Volunteers are very
important to the success of the shelter and
your help was very much appreciated.
Thank you again for donating time from
your busy schedules!!
Our volunteers are amazing!
The Ogemaw County Humane Society’s
work would not be possible without you.
We are always in need of more volunteers
to help care for our animals. We need
YOU for every day of the week,
Saturdays & Sundays for those who
work, it’s only for a few hours!
Volunteering for the OCHS is very rewarding
to help the unwanted animals of
Ogemaw County.!
Thank you to the
following businesses
and individuals
for their support and
donations:
Suzann Brennan
Susan Bugh
Scott Colclasure
Lynn Deen
Regina Demetraheas
Joyce Dika “For Our Pets”
Sharon Finnerty
Ruth Gray
Dolores Guzdziol
Independent Bank,
of Rose City
Marilyn Jacob
Lake Ogemaw Summer
Resort Association
Lotus Kirby
Alexa Oliver &
Faith Vutcano
Charlotte Peters
Don II & Linda Rathburn
Emily Warnecke
Dawn Wheaton
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Membership
Renewals............
Audrey Kocher
Clare Johnson
Art & Clara McKeown
Grace Johnson
Don II & Linda Rathburn
UPDATE
Adopted:
June July Aug Sept
Dogs/Puppies
30
24
17
29
Cats/kittens
3
7
7
6
Grand Total:
123 and counting......
West Branch
Veterinary Clinic
Welcomes
Dr. Charlotte Lucas to
our team!!!
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2011 MUTT MARCH SPONSORS
“A Cause for Paws”
Leelin Home Health Care
Creative Piercing
Clear Lake Motel
Grand Illusions
Potato Barn Antique Mall
Branham’s Jewelry
Curves
Ogemaw Lanes
Border City Sales
Hi Skore Lanes
Tobacco Alley
Scoops
Hart Pontiac GMC Buick
Team Hodges
Quality Garage Doors
Logger’s Depot
Holistic Pampered Pets
Office Central
Ink & Thread
The Dream
Scrapbook Nook
The Nightmare
Edith M’s
The Hair Shop
Sun Spa Tanning
West Branch Family
Dentistry
Crust & Crumb
Karen Biggs
Ogemaw County Herald
Randy Short Builders
Green Ace Hardware
Colonial Village Bakery
Ogemaw County Abstract
Juarez & Juarez, P.C.
Willow Tree Restaurant
The Firehouse
Pepsi
Whit’s End Hair Studio
G’s Pizzeria
China Inn
Rancheros’
Dairy Queen
Camping World
Charlie Lezotte
Auto Zone
Dr. Mark Lewandowski
Sears Roebuck Co.
Mac’s Place
Griffin Beverage
Morris-Richardson Real Estate, Inc. J&P Sporting Goods
Brian’s Fruit & Meat Market
NorthStar Tattoo
Western Propane
Tanger Outlet Mall
Victorian Millworks
West Branch Automotive
A&R Power Sports
West Branch Veterinary Services
Ogemaw Veterinary Clinic
West Branch Pawn
Levi’s Training & Boarding
Hungry Howies
Family Video
T.R.S. Salsa’s Mexican Grill & Cantina
Moments By M Photography
Rau’s Tavern
Mary Buyze
Island View Cottages
First Bank of West Branch
Sullivan Exteriors
Gladwin Veterinary Clinic
Fernelius Chevrolet
LaDonna Schultz, Prosecuting Attorney
Community Rehab Services `
M-33 Access
Parkview Acres
Rose City RV
The New Sunrise Café
M-33 Supply
Checkered Flag Party Store
Michigan Access
Foxies Hair Boutique
Suds N Scissors Pet Grooming & Resort
RT Motors
Narski’s Market
Ann’s Hair Affair
Scott & Ann Colclasure
THANK YOU FROM ALL OF US!!!!!
MUTT MARCH
UPDATE
It was a perfect day....We couldn’t have asked for anything
more!!! Our wishes for wonderful weather became a reality
on September 10, as over 100 dogs and their owners strolled
through the park.
Whether they purchased clothing for their pups, baked
goods for their bellies or feather extensions for their furry
friends, there were smiles and laughter all around us.
We began our day with the Blessing of the Pets, shopping at
the many vendors and registering for the Mutt March and
the additional contests.
From Chihuahuas to Great Danes, there were over 70 pets
registered to walk in the actual Mutt March parade. This number was at an all-time high! It
was breathtaking and emotional, at
best, to see so many people involved
and supporting the Humane Society.
The range of supporters came from
downstate, as well as Up North. The
route of the parade was extended a
bit to give pet owners a little more
time to show off their pets. Our
Grand Marshall, Mike Pugh, did a
wonderful job leading the way.
We had many sponsors this year and
w e
would like to send a special “Thank You” to Ted Prusinski for
doing “most” of the footwork.
The contests were very
entertaining and OCHS
congratulates all of the winners!
The Humane Society adopted out two dogs and four
puppies and microchipped seven dogs. All in all, it was an
uplifting experience! We grossed over $9,000 and netted over
$7,000. There were also over $1,300 in
donated gift
certificates that were raffled off throughout the day. We still
have one more gift basket to raffle off at the shelter (valued at
over $100). Tickets are $1.00 each or one free entry to each
new adopter. This raffle will take place October 31. Stop in
and get your tickets soon!
Thank you again to all our volunteers and shelter supporters
Shelter Managers:
Chris Grove
Donna Prusinski
Board of Directors:
Just in from
Dr. Bob Wenzel, DVM,
President
Keith Tinckell
Jan Allen,
Vice-President
Board Member
Kari Taylor
Secretary
LaDonna Schultz
Board Member
JoAnn Rathburn
Treasurer
Dr. Jacob Langendorfer, DVM
Board Member
The Board of Trustees of the
North Central Michigan community
foundation approved our request for
a grant in the amount of $1,000
from the Ogemaw County
Community Endowment Fund. The
funds are to be used for medical
supplies for the Shelter.
The foundation serves the
counties of Crawford, Ogemaw and
Oscoda.
We are grateful for the approval
of the grant. Thank you from the
OCHS!!
Help the OCHS by
Saving Spartan UPC codes from any of
their products. Saving used inkjet cartridges.
Depositing your empty cans &
bottles at Rose City Glen’s,
Northland Area FederalCredit Union,
Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed., Fri., 12:00-4:00 p.m.
Thurs. 12:00-6:00 p.m.; Sat. 12:00-2:00 p.m.
Our most heartfelt thanks
for their generous
contribution to the following
two organizations:
Pine Acre Campground, Mio
who held a 50/50 raffle on
Labor Day weekend and
donated the proceeds to help
support the animals. The owners
are Brian & Barb Allaire.
The raffle netted $188.
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The Lake Ogemaw Summer Resort
Association
held a golf outing Sept. 10
and all proceeds were donated
to OCHS. Their check
amounted to $750.
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Many thanks to both
organizations!!
Planned Giving During Difficult Economic Times
During difficult economic times, it may be hard to consider planned giving and your philanthropic
goals when you’re looking at your own bottom line. However, there are several planned giving options
that allow you to make charitable gifts and avoid or reduce gift and estate taxes, all while meeting your
own financial needs;
Charitable Bequests
A charitable bequest occurs when you choose to name
Ogemaw County Humane Society in your will. You can
determine when and how your assets will be distributed,
change your terms at any time if your financial situation
changes and you can designate your donations to a
specific program at Ogemaw County Humane Society if
you desire. In addition, charitable bequests can reduce or
even eliminate your estate taxes.
Charitable Lead Trusts
Charitable Lead Trusts pays income to Ogemaw County
Humane Society, typically for a set number of years. The
trust remainder is payable to the giver or his or her heirs.
Charitable Lead Trusts are a fantastic option when
interest rates are low, as the IRS usually anticipates the
value of the assets going back to your heirs will be low
and won’t increase . In addition, you’re making
animpact with the Ogemaw County Humane Society
TODAY instead of later.
In memory of........
by West Branch Veterinary
Britney for Holly Groth
Ginger for the Hickmott’s
Ziggy for Kelly & Jeff Searfoss
Tonto for the Baker’s
Lacey for the Bee’s
Bud for the Oliver’s
Tia for the Horn’s
Brutus for the Jernigan’s
Flower for the Courtemanche’s
Retirement Plan Assets
When your retirement passes directly to your heirs, a
sizeable portion of the funds could be lost to taxes. But
when you designate Ogemaw County Humane Society as
a beneficiary of your retirement funds, you make a
sizeable charitable gift at little cost to your heirs while
relieving their tax burdens. That’s because Ogemaw
County Humane Society is a tax-exempt organization,
which means those retirement funds qualify for an estate
tax deduction and can also be distributed free of income
tax.
A gift of your retirement plan assets allows you to
make a significant charitable gift while relieving your
heirs of tax burdens.
In Loving Memory
of...
Hazel Butler
by Don & Sandy Hodgins
Ron Erickson
by Bill and Jan Allen,
LaDonna Schultz and
Don & JoAnn Rathburn
Pathways for Pets
We recently received
our shipment of
Pathways for Pets
bricks. We are in the
process of placing the
bricks on the pathway
to the shelter. If you
have purchased a brick
from us, stop in at
the shelter and see it.
These bricks were
purchased as a way to
honor someone special,
to remember a loved one
or a pet and is also a
great way to acknowledge
special occasions such
as births, weddings
and/or the birth or
passing of a pet.
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Inside the Shelter
As summer turns to fall, we like to look back and reflect
on our achievements. We have had a “variety” of new
volunteers helping us at the shelter and feel very grateful to
have them around. Sadly, they leave us as quickly as they
come. Most of them must go back to school or move on to
better themselves. We do appreciate all they do for us!
We also have our “regular” volunteers that come in and
help us faithfully! You all know who you are and we want
you to know that you are appreciated more than you know.
With the “sudden” change of management and
“rebuilding” of the shelter, we are proud to be involved
with such wonderful people.
As we move into winter, and yet another project, we have
watched the kennels fill up with the most lovable animals.
We can’t help but mention that it has been hard to keep the
kennel and yard area clean. Because of this, our backyard
is being upgraded to a minimum of 20 enclosed kennels.
They will be placed on cement and have metal roofs to
keep out the rain, snow and sun. This will make cleaning in the mornings much easier and the dogs
will be able to spend more time outside. There will still be two yards for them to run and play in. The
back side of the building will be repaired from the dog’s past shenanigans. They will not be able to
jump on the building or eat the door frames anymore!
We have also added a large kennel area for puppies only so they may get their much needed
exercise. This will also help them understand the importance of potty training!
We are looking forward to these upgrades—they will make our residents much happier and
healthier.
Please feel free to stop in and see the improvements!
Donna & Chris
OCHS Membership Form`
Donation Form
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Address:_______________________________
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( ) Emergency Surgery Fund
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( ) $5 Student/Senior
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( ) $25 Family
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( ) Call me. I would like to volunteer
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Ogemaw County Humane Society
1367 S. M-33
P.O. Box 231
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-PETS
ochs4paws@hotmail.com
ochs4paws.org