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Acupuncture for
Your Pet? Angell’s New
Pain Medicine Service P2
COMPANION
In Memory, Honor
or Celebration
The owner of the home was charged with
35 counts of animal cruelty for failing to
provide a sanitary environment for over
two dozen Dachshund dogs, two cats, two
ferrets and an iguana.
Create your own tribute page for
a loved one or personal cause online
at www.mspca.org/tributes.
2007 MSPCA-Angell Events
Visit www.mspca.org for more information
August 8
Nantucket MSPCA Animal Care and
Adoption Center’s 2nd Annual Canine
Couture Fashion Show
October 20
Western New England Animal Care
and Adoption Center’s Rabies and
Microchip Clinic
September 9
MSPCA-Angell’s Annual Walk for Animals
in Boston, Brockton, Hyannis, Martha’s
Vineyard and Springfield. More
information at www.walkforanimals.com
October, Date TBD
Cape Cod Animal Care and Adoption
Center’s October Fest
Hillside Acre Pet Memorial Sunday at
Hillside Acre Cemetery
September 22
Metro South Animal Care and
Adoption Center’s Rabies and
Microchip Clinic
Boston Animal Care and Adoption
Center’s Pet Adoption Day at the
National Heritage Museum
September 29
Metro South Animal Care and
Adoption Center’s Pet Portrait Day
with Lance Bukoff
September 30
Nevins Farm’s “Horses Helping Horses”
Benefit Beach Ride
October 6
Metro South Animal Care and
Adoption Center’s Pet Portrait Day with
Lance Bukoff
October 11
Methuen’s Animal Care and Adoption
Center’s “Evening for Animals” Silent and
Live Auction
MSPCA-Angell’s Animal Hall of
Fame Dinner
Over Two Dozen
Dachshunds
Recover From
Abuse and
Find Safety at
MSPCA-Angell
Thirty-four. That was the number of
animals found imprisoned in the dark, cold
basement of a northern Essex County
home in the fall of 2006. Twenty-nine of
those animals were Dachshunds. Mainly
used for breeding purposes, these little
dogs were found in deplorable conditions,
including a sopping wet floor coated with
raw sewage.
SPRING/SUMMER 2007
The Tributes Campaign enables supporters
to easily create their own web page with
photos and a message honoring a loved one
or a personal cause. You can tell the story
of a special person, animal or cause and
provide your family and friends with the
opportunity to make an online donation on
behalf of the honoree or cause. Create a
web page in honor, memory or
celebration of a loved one by visiting
www.mspca.org/tributes.
Dancin’ Feet Benefit
Paws of Nantucket P4
The defendant pled guilty by plea bargain
on several counts against her; other counts
were continued or dismissed by the court.
During the defendant’s two-year
probationary period, her ownership of
animals will be limited and the MSPCA will
have the right to inspect her premises.
Thirty-three of her animals were signed
over and surrendered to the MSPCA which
has enabled each one to find a new, loving,
permanent home.
In addition to providing medical care,
housing and food to these oftentraumatized animals, the MSPCA-Angell staff
invests time, energy and resources into
rehabilitating them.
The constant care of seized animals
involves a team effort by Angell Animal
Medical Center staff, MSPCA Animal Care
and Adoption counselors and, at times,
One Adopted Dog
Saves Another P3
The MSPCA seized 29 Dachshunds after finding
them in a basement covered with raw sewage.
After a good cleaning, this photo was taken on the first
night the Dachshunds arrived at the MSPCA-Angell
where they received medical care as well.
Fay and Fiona are just two of the
29 Daschshunds living happily in new homes.
foster care providers. The care and time
invested in each animal is identical
regardless of a court’s ultimate decision.
Your continued support is needed to help
the MSPCA-Angell provide care for the
abused, neglected, injured and abandoned
animals that reach our doorstep every day.
Please consider making a donation
today to help animals like the
Dachsunds by visiting
www.mspca.org/companion.
Boston Animal Care and Adoption
Center’s Divas Unleashed Parade
November 17
Metro South Animal Care and
Adoption Center’s Santa Photo Day
November 24
Western New England Animal Care
and Adoption Center’s Home for the
Holidays Special Event
December 1, 8, 15 and 22
Western New England Animal Care
and Adoption Center’s Home for the
Holidays Special Event
December 1-December 9
Nevins Farm Winter Festival
December 2
Nantucket Animal Care and Adoption
Center’s Photos with Santa
December 7-8
Cape Cod Animal Care and Adoption
Center’s Winter Wonderland Weekend
December, Date TBD
MSPCA-Angell Holiday Trees in Boston
and Springfield
Boston Animal Care and
Adoption Center’s Paws and Claus
Photos with Santa
Save Sept. 9 for
the State-Wide
MSPCA Walk
for Animals!
Please join us on Sunday, September
9, 2007 in Boston, Brockton, Hyannis,
Martha’s Vineyard or Springfield for
the MSPCA Walk for Animals!
Last year, more than 3,000 people, along
with 1,200 of their canine pals, joined the
MSPCA in a coordinated effort to raise
more than $290,000 for homeless and
abused animals.
We hope to see you this year helping to
support our mission of kindness and care
for animals. Join us for raffles, contests,
walking, prizes, food and more!
And starting today, the walker who
raises the most money online by
August 15th, 2007 will win a digital
camera! Please register today at
www.walkforanimals.com and start
fundraising for a great cause!
“Frisbee Dog” wowed the crowd in 2006.
The 2007 Walk for Animals promises to have
even more action-packed activities for
both humans and their four-legged friends.
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ANGELL ANIMAL MEDICAL CENTERS
NANTUCKET ISLAND
21 Crooked Ln., Nantucket, MA 02554 508 228-1491
With a Little Help
From My Friends
Last year we told you about four feral cats
living happily at Claire Murray, a popular
store in downtown Nantucket. Feral cats
are either born into the wild or were once
pets, but have been living in the wild for a
significant period of time. Unfortunately
about a year ago, one of the cats (a
handsome, orange male) went missing.
Calls were made around town and to the
Nantucket MSPCA, but no one had
spotted him. As time went by, the worst
was assumed: that this robust cat must
have fallen prey to a car or some other
untimely death.
Then in early 2007, Karen Pelrine, an owner
of a nearby gallery, discovered an injured,
large male cat. Karen called the MSPCA and
between his description and a “notched”
right ear, it was clear that he was indeed
the missing cat from Claire Murray.
Upon careful examination at Angell Animal
Medical Center-Nantucket, the newlydeemed “Nebraska” was diagnosed with a
corneal ulcer on his right eye as well as a
severely fractured and infected canine
tooth. The irreparable canine tooth was
extracted and his swollen eye was treated
with antibiotics. But since Nebraska is a feral
cat and was petrified of being contained, he
would not eat and, additionally, his eye was
not healing in a timely fashion.
We had almost lost hope that Nebraska
would get healthy when he finally decided
BOSTON
WESTERN NEW ENGLAND
171 Union St., Springfield, MA 01105 413 785-1221
End of an Era: Angell Animal Medical
Center–Western New England Closes
Nebraska is just one of the feral cats that
has benefited from the care of the
MSPCA-Angell Nantucket’s
“Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Release” Program.
to eat! And it turns out that Nebraska’s eye
was not healing because he developed an
inversion of his lower eyelid, which created
continual irritation to his cornea. After this
diagnosis, surgery was immediately
performed to repair his lower lid, which has
allowed his corneal ulcer to heal perfectly.
We are happy to report that Nebraska
has moved to Karen’s studio where he is
gaining his strength back in preparation for
his release back to his former home at
Claire Murray.
Generous donations to the
Nantucket “Trap-Neuter-VaccinateRelease” Program allow us to
provide extensive care to feral cats
when needed. For more information
on this program call 508 228-1491.
The economic climate in western
Massachusetts and Springfield in particular,
has been a challenging one for many nonand for-profits in the past several years.
Many businesses continue to struggle
financially. With the economic downturn in
western Massachusetts and increased
competition in the field of veterinary
medicine in the Pioneer Valley, Angell
Animal Medical Center in Springfield had
great difficulty recruiting and retaining
board-certified veterinarians and other
qualified veterinary staff in recent years. In
addition, skyrocketing costs associated with
providing 24-hour, specialized veterinary
care become increasingly challenging,
especially in a geographic area suffering a
depressed economy.
As a result, Angell Animal Medical
Center–Western New England incurred
substantial losses over a period of time that
impacted the organization as a whole. In
turn, this affected the MSPCA–Angell’s
ability as an animal welfare organization to
serve the greatest good: helping animals
across the Commonwealth.
Regrettably, the MSPCA-Angell made the
very difficult decision to close Angell Animal
Medical Center–Western New England
effective July 26, 2007. This decision
involves only the hospital at the facility in
Springfield. As the highest volume open
admission adoption center in western New
England, the MSPCA-Western New
England Animal Care and Adoption Center
and Law Enforcement remain uniquely
critical to the needs in western
Massachusetts and will remain open at the
facility.
Angell Animal Medical Center–Western
New England has had a long tradition of
serving pets and their owners in Springfield.
The first Springfield branch of the MSPCA
was established in 1914. The facility on Bliss
Street had been in existence since 1931
and was named for the Reverend Dr.
Francis H. Rowley. A minister and
veterinarian, Dr. Rowley made lasting
contributions to the animals and people of
western New England. He served as the
second MSPCA president from 1910-1945
and, in 1931, it was Dr. Rowley who laid
the cornerstone marking the site of the
Springfield Animal Hospital. The name
was later changed to Rowley Memorial
Animal Hospital in his honor. Antiquated
and no longer serviceable, a new facility
was built and completed in 1998 to meet
the demands for more specialized care
and space.
In addition to programs in veterinary
medicine, during Dr. Rowley’s tenure the
Society’s programs in animal protection, law
enforcement and sheltering were
established. These programs will continue
to work toward his vision of a kind and just
society in Western New England.
Please visit
mspca.org/companion
to donate!
350 South Huntington Ave., Boston, MA 02130 617 522-7282
for physical therapy and lifestyle changes.
Angell’s new Pain Medicine Service offers
innovative pain management services.
Pain Management can extend comfort and
functionality in companion animals.
Pain Medicine Services at Angell-Boston
In 2007, the Angell Animal Medical CenterBoston joined the small group of veterinary
schools and private referral practices that
offer pain medicine services. Following the
lead of human medical practices, veterinary
medicine is beginning to recognize pain
medicine as a separate specialty that may
be more effectively treated by veterinarians
who exclusively diagnose and manage pain.
Pain is one of the most common reasons
that pet owners seek veterinary care and, in
effect, veterinary medicine has progressed
dramatically in the science and art of pain
management. Advances in pain assessment,
drug therapy, non-drug therapy and qualityof-life management can extend comfort and
functionality, the absence of which has
previously shortened the lives of many
animals with chronic illness.
Angell-Boston’s new Pain Medicine Service
uses a multi-disciplined approach and will
accept patients referred from both Angell
specialists and veterinarians at other
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hospitals. The unrestricted access that
Angell veterinarians enjoy with other
specialty services within the hospital ensures
that patients of the Pain Medicine Service
will receive an integrated approach to their
pain treatment.
Dr. Lisa Moses of the Angell-Boston
Emergency and Critical Care Service leads
the new Pain Medicine Service. Dr. Moses
has received advanced training in both
human and veterinary pain medicine. As a
result of the training, the Pain Medicine
Service will be modeled after pain clinics
created at human hospitals. Dr. Moses has
also been trained and certified in veterinary
medical acupuncture.
Under her direction, the Pain Medicine
Service will provide advanced assessment of
pain and treatments. This will include
multiple types of drug therapy, nerve blocks
and other forms of local anesthesia for
surgical and cancer pain, acupuncture and
trigger point therapy and recommendations
The Pain Medicine Service will consist of
both inpatient and outpatient services.
Clients with hospitalized pets at Angell can
receive consultations to help manage
current, acute or expected pain. Chronic
pain is very different from surgical or other
types of acute pain and requires a different
kind of assessment and treatment. Chronic
pain management can be performed at the
Pain Medicine Service’s Outpatient Clinic,
which will begin accepting appointments in
the summer of 2007. Owners can request a
referral to the Pain Medicine Service
through their regular veterinarian or they
can schedule appointments directly through
Angell-Boston. Services for hospitalized
patients are currently being offered and
owners can request consultations through
their Angell veterinarian.
Call Angell-Boston at 617 522-7282
to make an appointment.
Alce received medical acupuncture from Angell
to help manage her pain after suffering a
spinal fracture from an alleged hit and run.
About Companion
COMPANION ©2007 Massachusetts Society for the
Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (MSPCA). All rights
reserved. MSPCA, ANGELL, KINDNESS AND CARE FOR
ANIMALS and the PAW PRINT-HEART LOGO are
trademarks of the MSPCA.
COMPANION is published by the MSPCA-Angell, a
nonprofit organization founded in 1868 by George
Thorndike Angell. We receive no state or federal funding.
Our work relies on the generosity of those who care about
the well-being of animals. Beginning with OUR DUMB
ANIMALS in 1868, the MSPCA-Angell has continuously
produced a publication about animal care and protection.
The publication’s name has changed over the years.
COMPANION is the continuation of that proud legacy.
COMPANION is sent to MSPCA-Angell donors who
annually contribute $15 or more. To ensure that
COMPANION keeps coming your way, please use the
enclosed gift envelope or visit www.mspca.org/companion.
Thank you for making this a better world for animals.
MSPCA-Angell Officers:
Carter Luke
CEO, MSPCA-Angell
Dana W. Ramish
President, Angell Network
Alice Bruce
Vice President, Development
Kathleen K. Collins
Vice President, Human Resources
Bonnie Zeledon
Vice President, Marketing
We love to hear from our readers so please write:
Managing Editor, MSPCA-Angell COMPANION
350 South Huntington Ave., Boston, MA 02130
companioneditor@mspca.org
PHOTOGRAPHY
Todd Eberle/Vanity Fair
Cassandra Allred Photography
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MSPCA ANIMAL CARE AND ADOPTION CENTERS
Boston ACAC
Cape Cod ACAC
mspca.org/boston
mspca.org/cape
MSPCA Animal Care and Adoption
Center
350 South Huntington Ave.
Boston, MA 02130
617 522-5055
MSPCA Animal Care and Adoption Center
1577 Falmouth Road
Centerville, MA 02632
508 775-0940
Manager: Carmine Dicenso
Project Coordinator: Susan Griffin
Director of Adoption Centers: Jean Weber
Manager: Meagan Rock
Project Coordinator: Laura Hagen
Hours:
Tues. — Sat., 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
The new outdoor kennels allow dogs to enjoy the
outside or wade in a kiddy pool, while other dogs pass
by and enter the park from a new route.
More Room
to Grow
The staff at the Cape Cod MSPCA Animal
Care and Adoption Center is pleased to
announce the completion of the dog park
expansion project thanks to the support of
our community. The generous donations
toward the Cape Building Fund made the
completion of this much-needed project a
reality. The Cape Building Fund is solely
dedicated to expanding and improving the
animal care areas of the Cape Cod
adoption center.
The canine population at the MSPCA on
Cape Cod has been quite pleased to have
a spacious, fenced-in dog park. Not only
does the park allow adoptable animals to
get plenty of exercise and spend quality
time with potential adopters, but it is also
used for doggie playgroups. The only thing
missing was access to the park from inside
the adoption center. The sole route to the
park involved navigating a lobby full of
adopters, rabbits and visitors.
Clearly, a direct route was needed, along
with sturdy, safe and comfortable outdoor
kennels for dogs to enjoy the fresh air. The
goal was to expand the outdoor kennels
adjacent to the dog adoption room and
connect them to the dog park, along with
building a new entrance route.
Thanks to generous supporters, the new
outdoor kennels allow dogs to enjoy the
outside or wade in a kiddy pool, while
other dogs pass by and enter the park from
a new route, without disturbing the
adoption center lobby.
If you would like more information
on this fund and the next building
project, visit www.mspca.org/cape or
call 508 771-3452.
Martha’s Vineyard ACAC
mspca.org/marthasvineyard
MSPCA Animal Care and
Adoption Center
276 Vineyard Haven Road
Edgartown, MA 02539
508 627-8662
Manager: Ron Whitney
Project Coordinator: Jennifer Morgan
Hours:
Tues. — Sat., 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Thurs., 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Wednesday and Friday evenings
by appointment only
L to R: Dr. Betsy Buck, her Greyhound Puck, mixed
breed Shadow, and his owner Zachary. Puck saved
Shadow by donating blood for a blood transfusion.
Pay it Forward
Dr. Betsy Buck always wanted a
Greyhound. She had treated plenty of them
as clients at the veterinary clinic where she
practices, but never had one of her own.
She often visited the Martha’s Vineyard
MSPCA Animal Care and Adoption Center
in hopes of finding a “social and catfriendly” Greyhound.
As fate would have it, Puck the Greyhound
was transferred to the Vineyard from the
Brockton MSPCA where he had recently
come from the racetrack. He was unusually
social and well-adjusted for a track dog and
Dr. Buck was smitten. She already had a
dog and four cats, but could not resist
taking Puck home. Little did she know Puck
would become a hero.
Hours:
Tues., Wed., Fri., Sat., noon – 5 p.m.
Thurs., 1 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Closed Sun., Mon., and Holidays
During one of Dr. Buck’s shifts, Shadow, a
fellow adopted dog, was rushed into the
clinic, extremely ill. Dr. Buck examined him
and confirmed that he had ingested
potentially-fatal rat poison.
As Shadow lay in the clinic, the doctors
knew he needed a blood transfusion and
they needed a donor fast. They began the
search for a qualified donor when Dr. Buck
realized that Puck was the perfect
candidate; he was over 50 lbs., had all of
the necessary vaccinations and was
between one and six years old. Within an
hour of the transfusion, Shadow was
standing and even asking to go out! Despite
the odds, Shadow fully recovered and is
happy and healthy in his adoptive home.
Both Shadow and Puck were given second
chances through adoption into permanent,
loving homes, and Puck has paid it forward
with his invaluable gift of life. Help continue
the cycle and pay it forward by making your
companion an Angell Blood Donor.
Call 617 989-1504 for information
on how your pet can be a hero
like Puck.
Pamela John-Wayras has volunteered at the
MSPCA Boston Animal Care and Adoption Center
for over 10 years.
Volunteers Make
the World Go
‘round
The MSPCA’s Copeland Animal Care and
Adoption Center in Boston has achieved
great success since opening last year. The
June 2006 opening marked the start of a
year of growth and 52% more adoptions as
we provided second chances and care for
over 6,000 homeless and abused animals
within our larger, more comfortable space.
These remarkable accomplishments would
not be possible without the commitment
and dedication of our staff and volunteers.
To say that the adoption center is a busy
place would be an understatement, but
thankfully our community recognizes this
and responds with an intense passion to
help. Of course, help comes in many forms:
daily donations of blankets, towels, toys and
various animal treats; financial donations
that allow us to care for special-needs
animals; and donated time from people, like
you, who want to make a difference in the
life of an animal by volunteering.
We have never had a more successful year
for our volunteer program. In February
2007, we set a volunteer orientation record
as 74 individuals became part of the Boston
adoption center volunteer crew and 12
new families signed on as foster homes.
We also recognized our long-term
volunteers at our “Valentines for
Volunteers” luncheon where we celebrated
seven volunteers who have given their time
for over 10 years. It was wonderful to
honor these people who have offered so
much of themselves to our animals. In
addition, we recognized scores of other
special volunteers. Our achievements would
not be possible without the help and
dedication of our volunteers.
We thank you for your commitment
to improving the lives of animals in
the community. If you would like
more information about volunteering
at the MSPCA in Boston, please visit
www.mspca.org/boston.
In the Spotlight
Alice Bruce
has joined the
MSPCA-Angell as
our new Vice
President of
Development.
A life-long animal
lover and firm
believer in our
mission, Alice shares
her home with two
sweet Shih Tzus, Remy and Chloe.
Alice’s development experience spans nearly
two decades, including nine years as Vice
President of Development for Celebrity Series
of Boston. She is also involved in the
philanthropic community as a board member
for Women in Development.
We hope you will get to know Alice and lend
her your support as she and her team secure
funding for our organization.
Melanie Buote,
DVM, DACVP has
joined Angell-Boston
as our Anatomic
Pathologist. Dr. Buote
holds a Doctorate of
Veterinary Medicine
degree from the
Atlantic Veterinary
College at the
University of Prince
Edward Island, Charlottetown, Prince Edward
Island, Canada as well as a Bachelor of Science
degree in Marine Biology from Dalhousie
University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. Dr.
Buote was most recently employed as a Resident,
Anatomic Pathology, at Texas A&M University in
College Station, Texas. After completing her
residency, Dr. Buote was board-certified in
Anatomic Pathology from the American College
of Veterinary Pathologists, a certification held by
only 1,450 other veterinarians worldwide.
Correction from the Fall/Winter 2006 COMPANION Issue Noel L. Watkins, DVM completed
a rotating internship at Carolina Veterinary Specialists in Charlotte, NC.
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MSPCA ANIMAL CARE AND ADOPTION CENTERS
A Cage-free
Stay? That’s the
Cat’s Meow
Metro South ACAC
mspca.org/metrosouth
MSPCA Animal Care and
Adoption Center
1300 West Elm St. Extension
Brockton, MA 02301
508 586-2053
Walking into a cat adoption room lined
with banks of cages can be overwhelming.
Potential adopters wonder to themselves,
“How can I possibly begin to choose?”
Some cats sit meekly at the back of their
cages looking out with imploring eyes,
while others work the front of the cage,
reaching out with their long, delicate legs
and pawing visitors on the shoulder as
they walk by. The chorus of welcoming
meows translates rapidly into “Pick me!
Pick me!”
Manager: Kim Heise
Project Coordinator: Kate O’Donnell
Hours:
Tues., Wed., Fri. and Sat., 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Thurs., 2 p.m. – 7 p.m.
The MSPCA in Metro South will model its new Cat
Community Room after the Boston adoption center’s Cat
Colony Room.
Nantucket Island ACAC
mspca.org/nantucket
One of the most challenging and
rewarding aspects of adoption center
work is improving and shortening the
length of stay of each animal. The
transitional period from home (or
elsewhere) to adoption center to home
again is a turbulent time in the life of a
homeless animal. The Metro South Animal
Care and Adoption Center takes in over
2,500 cats each year — more than any
other species combined. Clearly, housing
our cats in a way that keeps them healthy,
stress-free and happy is a matter of
Animal Care and Adoption Center
Manager: Mike Keiley
Project Coordinator: Jill O’Connell
Hours:
Tues. — Sat., 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Equine and Farm Animal Care and
Adoption Center
Manager: Brenda Hess-McAskill
Project Coordinator: Carolyn Heinen
“Best Dancers,” Bob and Lynn Bates
Nevins Farm’s successful Annual Spin event raised over
$21,000 for homeless animals.
“They Called It Puppy Love” was the name
of the fundraiser, but it was really for all the
animals at the Nantucket MSPCA Animal
Care and Adoption Center. Unlike our big
Canine Couture Fashion Show, held in
August, the Valentine’s Day fundraiser was
aimed at the year-round islanders who
sometimes lack night-time activities in the
dead of winter. Fifties-inspired food was
served and the DJ spun hits from the era.
Most attendees went all out in creating
their costumes, but Grace Bardsley won
the “Best Costume Prize” with her poodle
skirt and sweater set, and Bob and Lynn
Bates won “Best Dancers.” The “Hula
Hoop” prize went to Lisa Henke, since she
was the only one who attempted the feat!
Two of the auction items, the “Reba Bag”
and the “Suki Bag,” were designed and
hand-sewn by MSPCA employees. Their
project, “Homeward Bound Bags,” creates
purses out of “recycled” material from
discarded upholstery sample books and
donates a portion of the proceeds to the
adoption center animals. Each bag
highlighted one of our special pets needing
homes — “Reba,” a highly active and
intelligent dog who needs an experienced
and patient owner, and “Suki,” a cat who
has been at the adoption center for almost
two years.
The event was such a success that a
70’s Disco Dog Fever Dance is being
planned for next Valentine’s Day.
“Best Costume,” Grace Bardsley
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For information on making a
donation to help us fill this
community cat room, please
contact Kate O’Donnell at
kodonnell@mspca.org.
MSPCA at Nevins Farm
400 Broadway
Methuen, MA 01844
978 687-7453
Project Coordinator: Jessica Sosebee
The “Reba Bag”
Preparations are well underway. We have
moved our adoption center store out into
the lobby and the vacant room has been
cleared and painted. However, our room
is still devoid of feline furniture and we
are looking for donations, of both
furniture and funding, to help us fill it with
fashionable, fun structures!
mspca.org/nevinsfarm
Director: Paula Klek, D.V.M.
The weather on Valentine’s Day in
Nantucket turned out to be anything but
loving — gale force winds and pelting rain.
But our Sock Hop fundraiser weathered the
storm and went on as scheduled! Poodle
skirts, bobby socks and saddle shoes were
the style of the night, as locals turned out to
dance, bid on auction items and show their
support for the homeless animals on our
small island.
In an effort to improve quality of life and
increase adoption rates, the Metro South
MSPCA is creating a community cat room.
The idea behind such a room is simple:
Cats are social, domestic animals and they
like to live that way. Instead of being
isolated in individual cages, the cats can
interact with each other and potential
adopters, making it a two-way street by
giving cats the opportunity to “choose”
as well!
Nevins Farm ACAC
MSPCA Animal Care and Adoption Center
21 Crooked Lane, Nantucket, MA 02554
508 825-2287
Dancin’ Feet
Benefit Paws
of Nantucket
utmost concern. A happy, healthy and
relaxed cat is far more likely to be
adopted and transition smoothly into a
new home.
Community
Events at
Nevins Farm
Nevins Farm is looking forward to another
year of successful events with the help and
support of the community, and we are
certainly off to a great start. The first official
event of the year was the adoption center’s
4th Annual Tour de Pooch and Pals, which
took place on February 10, 2007. The event
had participants biking for three hours,
individually or as a team. In this short
amount of time, seven gyms located around
the Merrimack Valley and beyond combined
their efforts to raise over $21,000 for the
events and programs of Nevins Farm.
Portsmouth Athletic Club brought home
the trophy again, raising over $6,000 for the
MSPCA. Other participating gyms included:
Cedardale Athletic Club of Haverhill (the
event’s founding gym), Natural High Fitness
of Newburyport, Latitudes of Bradford,
Methuen and Salisbury and Fitness for You
of North Andover. In its first year, this event
had one participating gym and raised
$3,000. Each year, it continues to grow and
has become one of Nevins Farm most
successful events.
We hope that 2007 will bring great success
with the continued support of our
community, but it is imperative that we
gather new participants and donors for
fundraisers like the upcoming October 11th
Annual Evening for Animals Auction.
Equine Rescue and Training
Manager: Roger Lauze
Hours:
Animal Care and Adoption Center
Tues., Wed., Fri., Sat., 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Thurs., noon – 7 p.m.
Sun., noon — 3 p.m.
Equine and Farm Animal Care and
Adoption Center
Tues. — Sat., 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Closed Sundays and Mondays
Donations of art, sports memorabilia,
pet supplies, weekend trips and getaways
and jewelry, for example, can make all
the difference and help us make this event
a success.
If you would like to make a donation
to an event, please contact Jill
O’Connell at 978 687-7453 ext. 6105
or email jillo@mspca.org.
Please visit
mspca.org/companion
to donate!
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INTERNATIONAL
Western New England ACAC
mspca.org/wne
The American Fondouk
fondouk.org
MSPCA Animal Care and Adoption Center
171 Union Street, Springfield, MA 01105
413 736-2992
The American Fondouk c/o MSPCA
350 South Huntington Avenue
Boston, MA 02130
888-FONDOUK
(888 366-3685)
Adoption Center Manager: Pam Peebles
Hours:
Mon. — Wed., Fri. and Sat., 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Thurs., noon – 7 p.m.
Sandy (left) is happy and healthy in her new home
with Pauline (middle) and Bingo (right).
Your Support
Saved Sandy
Sandy was surrendered to the Western
New England MSPCA Animal Care and
Adoption Center in the fall of 2006
because her owner could no longer afford
her care. Due to years of unresolved
chronic ear infections, adoption center
veterinarian, Sherri Therrien, DVM, found
that Sandy’s ear canals had swollen to the
point where the only solution was surgery.
The surgery would involve removing the
entire ear canal to the inner ear, including
the eardrum, and sewing it closed. This
would prohibit further painful infections, but
would also render Sandy deaf. She would
still notice and respond to vibration and
sound though it would be muffled; similar
to having a pillow over one’s ears. Despite
her painful condition, Sandy maintained her
sunny disposition. She remained in the
adoption center awaiting her forever home
for an extended period of time. While
many people were interested in adopting
her, no one felt that they could take on the
added financial expectations associated with
her adoption.
the generosity of caring people and the
community, it did not take long for Sandy’s
fans to come to her rescue. A total of
$4,220 was raised for Sandy through the
Franky Fund, a special fund established at
the MSPCA-Western New England
Animal Care and Adoption Center to help
homeless animals that have needs exceeding
routine veterinary care.
Your Donations Make a
Big Impact at the American Fondouk
Sandy and her new family sent us a card
with an update and everyone is doing well.
The card stated, “We have a great new
family now and it wouldn’t have been
possible without all of you!”
For information on how you can help
more animals like Sandy through the
Franky Fund, contact the Western
New England Animal Care and
Adoption Center at 413 736-2992.
Sandy rests in her new bed.
A boy waits patiently in line for treatment for his family’s mule.
In January 2007, generous donations made
to the American Fondouk, a charitable
animal hospital providing free veterinary
care to the animals of Fez, Morocco,
allowed us to acquire the following items
that will help us save even more lives. The
MSPCA oversees the endowment and
operations of the Fondouk as part of our
international efforts. Over 22,000 mules,
donkeys, horses, goats, sheep, dogs, cats
and birds are treated there each year.
Thousands of people depend on these
working animals to support their families. In
a place where a little goes a long way, your
generosity has made a huge impact.
Phinney’s Friends
Keeps Families
Together
animals with internal issues, including lesions
and other surface conditions of an organ.
New Radiograph Digital Converter
This piece of equipment can transform
regular X-ray and ultrasound prints into
digital images. Not only does this allow for
easier storage of records, but it enables Dr.
Denys Frappier, Director at the American
Fondouk, to send images to colleagues and
specialists in other parts of the world to
help analyze a case.
For more information or to
make a donation, please visit
www.fondouk.org.
“It’s uplifting to know someone is
taking care of your pet. I think about
him every single day.”
~Phinney’s Friends client
One of our volunteers, Pam Keddy, had
previously fostered puppies for our Animal
Care and Adoption Center and began to
foster pets for Phinney’s Friends. One of
her foster cats was named AJ. Pam said, “I
fostered AJ for almost a month-and-a-half.
He was really sweet and great company.
His owner checked-in with Phinney’s the
whole time they were apart. After they
L to R: Dr. Denys Frappier and veterinary techinician,
Houria, treat a dog with a blood parasite.
Coincidently, soon after she went into
foster care, Sandy’s forever family appeared!
Pauline and Chuck Tilbe and their dog
Bingo all fell in love with Sandy. The “Tilbe
Trio” adopted Sandy on December 9, 2006
and the surgery that was scheduled for later
that week went very well. Even though she
was in pain for a few days after the surgery,
her sweet disposition shined through.
Little Sandy, however, had captured
everyone’s hearts — staff and volunteers.
There was only one choice: try and raise
the money needed for surgery. It came with
a hefty price tag: an estimated $1,500 per
ear! After waiting more than two months
for her forever home, Sandy finally went
into foster care with a volunteer while
funds could be raised to help her. Through
Phinney’s Friends is an MSPCA volunteerbased program that helps individuals living
with HIV/AIDS and their pets so that they
can remain happy and healthy together.
One of the many services we provide is
foster care for our clients’ four-legged,
feathered or finned companions when our
clients are hospitalized or focused on their
own health.
The American Fondouk
B.P. 2048, Fez (V.N.) Morocco
011-212-055-93-1953
Phinney’s Friends foster volunteer, Pam Keddy,
with her foster cat, AJ.
Donated X-ray Machine The donated
X-ray machine is a 20-year improvement
over the former X-ray machine at the
Fondouk. It allows the Fondouk veterinary
team to more accurately diagnose broken
bones and consequently provide more
effective treatment.
were reunited, I got a picture of the two
of them and a really nice thank you card.
They looked so happy to be together again.
I highly recommend signing up to foster for
Phinney’s as it really takes so little and
winds up meaning so much to someone
else. You can’t beat that.”
New Ultrasound Machine The new
ultrasound machine is particularly helpful to
the veterinary team in examining pregnant
mares and internal organs. An ultrasound
involves the use of high-frequency sound
waves to create images of organs and
systems within the body.
To find out more about the program,
please contact Phinney’s Friends at
617 541-5105. Phinney’s Friends
depends entirely upon your
contributions! Please send your gift
to Kayoon Cho, Director, Phinney’s
Friends, 350 South Huntington
Avenue, Boston, MA 02130.
New Fiber Optic Scope This new,
longer fiber optic scope now allows the
Fondouk team to examine not just the
mouths of ailing or pregnant animals, but
the internal organs as well. It provides
a minimally invasive and relatively painless
way to accurately diagnose and treat
Dr. Denys Frappier (right) and veterinary technician,
Houssine (middle), file down a problematic tooth
for a mule while his owner stands by.
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LAW ENFORCEMENT
ADVOCACY
Law Enforcement Case Update
Three of 30 cats found in an apartment by MSPCA Law Enforcement and
surrendered to the Methuen MSPCA Animal Care and Adoption Center.
In February 2007, MSPCA Officer Lesley
Hampson was dispatched to investigate
an allegation that an individual was
keeping 10-20 cats in an apartment under
unsanitary conditions.
Officer Hampson’s investigation revealed
that 30 cats lived in the apartment.
Fortunately, the individual had managed
to keep the cats in acceptable condition;
however, the individual did admit to
being overwhelmed.
For the benefit of all 30 cats, the individual
surrendered them to the Methuen MSPCA
Animal Care and Adoption Center. In
addition, Officer Hampson took time to
counsel and educate the individual in
question and facilitate the spaying and
neutering of five additional cats that were
kept by the individual in a different location.
to educate, where appropriate, the
people with whom they interact. Second,
collaboration and education often allow
MSPCA officers to avoid approaching
matters via the judicial system, such as
applying for search warrants or criminal
prosecution. Third, and lastly, this case
illustrates how the MSPCA Law
Enforcement Department can help
improve the quality of animals’ lives by
working together with other MSPCA
departments, such as the Animal Care
and Adoption Centers.
For more information on the
MSPCA Law Enforcement
Department please visit
www.mspca.org/lawenforcement.
This case highlights several features of
MSPCA Law Enforcement activities that do
not always receive media attention. First,
MSPCA Law Enforcement officers attempt
Pets and Domestic Violence House Bill
1546 specifically authorizes pets to be
included in domestic violence prevention
orders. An MSPCA/Northeastern University
study found that people who abuse animals
are five times more likely to commit violent
crimes against people.
Homeless Animal Prevention Senate
Bill 1787 would create a tax check-off box
on state income tax forms to provide
reduced-cost spay and neuter services to
low-income pet owners.
Animal Control Numerous problems
with the outdated statutes that impact the
animal control programs in our
municipalities have left the public and
animals unprotected in many ways. Senate
Bill 512 would increase fines, improve the
mandatory spay/neuter law, strengthen the
dangerous dog ordinance (while preventing
breed-specific policies) and require animal
control officers to receive training.
Elephants Senate Bill 2002 would prevent
the use of the bullhook and chaining on
traveling elephants. Both ends of a bullhook
are used in an inhumane manner in order
to train elephants and to make them
perform tricks. Chaining is one of the most
common methods used to confine
elephants in captivity and severely restrict
an elephant’s movements — including lying
down, walking or socializing.
Wildlife We will also ensure that bills that
will harm wildlife do not pass, including
efforts to remove restrictions on trapping.
To see a complete list, please visit
www.mspca.org/GovernmentAffairs.
To join our Animal Action Team and
help with these bills and others, visit
www.mspca.org/AnimalActionTeam.
On the Web
Mail
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The MSPCA Advocacy Department is
working on bills that impact animals for the
upcoming legislative session. With your
help, a bill was passed last session that will
strengthen Massachusetts’ animal fighting
laws and prevent abused animals from
being returned to their abusive owners. We
are hoping for more of these successes.
Highlighted below are some of the current
bills on which we are working.
Internet Hunting Senate Bill 860
would ban internet hunting, which is already
illegal in 22 states. This computer-assisted
form of hunting operates like a game, but
kills real animals.
Hurry to
mspca.org/companion
to donate!
I am writing to
express my
deepest gratitude
for the care that
my English
Bulldog Roscoe
received at
Angell Animal
Medical Center.
Roscoe was
brought to Angell last March in heart
failure and it was then that Dr. Michelle
Turek and Dr. Gregg Rapoport saved his
life. Due to the extraordinary care Roscoe
received from Dr. Rapoport, he was given
over six more months of happy and
healthy living. This is the greatest gift a
dog owner can receive.
Dr. Rapoport cared for Roscoe as if he
were his own dog, treating him with
utmost compassion and kindness. To tell
you that Roscoe received extraordinary
care from Dr. Rapoport would be an
understatement. The individual
attention, true concern and boundless
enthusiasm he had for Roscoe was
remarkable. I am certain that Roscoe
would not have lived as long as he did
and certainly would not have had the
wonderful quality of life he enjoyed if it
were not for Dr. Rapoport. He is
personally responsible for extending my
dog's life with not only time, but in
comfort and health.
Despite his courageous fight and amazing
strength, Roscoe could no longer fight all
of his ailments. He became too weak to
L to R: At the State House; Scott Giacoppo, MSPCA
Deputy Director of Advocacy, Dr. Joyce Poole, Senator
Robert Hedlund, Kara Holmquist, MSPCA Director of
Advocacy, and Paul Burke, father of Joanna Burke,
the elephant caregiver who was tragically killed
by Winkie, one of the much-loved elephants at
The Elephant Sanctuary.
New Legislation
Introduced in
MA Legislature
www.mspca.org
Doggy Red Sox
Gear at the
MSPCA-Angell
e-Store
Get your pooch
geared up for this
baseball season with
Red Sox leashes and
collars! Now available
at the e-Store on
www.mspca.org.
Roscoe’s heart condition was treated by the Angell
Animal Medical Center staff.
drink or stand on his own and I feared
that hospitalizing him was too much to
put him through. After considering every
option, I finally decided to say goodbye to
Roscoe. It was the hardest thing I have
ever done.
I am sure that you frequently receive
letters of appreciation, but words could
not describe the gratitude I feel toward
Dr. Rapoport. Today, my two young dogs
are happy patients at Angell. I will
continue to support the MSPCA in
memory of Roscoe, knowing other
animals are benefiting from the talent
and compassion at your hospital.
Sincerely,
Gail McCarthy
MSPCA-Angell e-Newsletter
Find out what’s new with the MSPCA-Angell
and stay current on upcoming events by
signing up for our quarterly e-Newsletter.
Visit www.mspca.org/enews to sign up today.
Celebrate or Honor Your Pet Create your
own Web page with photos and a story to
share with your family and friends in order to
honor, memorialize or celebrate a special
person, animal or personal cause. Visit
www.mspca.org/tributes to check it out.
Pet Portal
Access your
pet’s health
information
online to refill
prescriptions,
view upcoming
appointments,
update account
information and
check your pet’s vaccination status. Pet Portal is
easy, convenient and free. If you are an Angell
client, you can sign up today by visiting
www.mspca.org.
MSPCAAngell
Credit Card
Apply today
for your
MSPCA-Angell
Platinum Plus
Credit Card with WorldPoints® Rewards.
A percentage of your purchases will be
contributed to the MSPCA-Angell at no cost
to you. Your special benefits include:
• No Annual Fee
• Earn one point for every dollar in net
retail purchases†
• Redeem WorldPoints rewards for cash,
travel, merchandise or gift cards/certificates
• No travel blackout dates — use your points
to travel on holidays, weekends and during
other busy days throughout the year.
†For more information or to apply,
call toll-free 1-866-GET-MBNA and
mention priority code LSF7.
Become
an MSPCA
All-Star
The animals in
our adoption
centers and
hospitals need
warmth, food and love all day, everyday, 365
days-a-year. MSPCA All-Stars provide this
support by pledging a monthly gift. You
choose the amount you want to pledge, and
you can cancel your monthly gift at any time.
Please visit www.mspca.org/allstar to
become an All-Star!
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PET HOROSCOPES
Helping Animals is a Wise Investment
MSPCA-Angell supporter Helen Anders
talks about her experience participating in
our Charitable Gift Annuity Program:
“As a member of the MSPCA–Angell’s
Western New England Advisory
Committee and an active supporter of the
work of the MSPCA–Angell, I wanted to
make a significant gift to help animals. As a
retired teacher, I certainly didn’t think it was
within my means.
Then I found out about the
MSPCA–Angell’s Charitable Gift Annuity
Program. The Program comes worry-free,
with none of the concerns of a volatile
stock market, and no complicated
investment decisions. My entire annuity
works for me, even reducing my income
tax by generating a tax deduction. Best of
all, my contributions have more than
doubled my income!
The MSPCA–Angell holds a special place in
my heart. Nothing gives me more pleasure
than doing my utmost to help my fourlegged friends. My peace of mind comes
Cosmic Command: Play. Help those around
you welcome in the summer, too. Suggest a game
of fetch or a walk in the park.
L to R: Linda Skole, Helen Anders and Carol
Zebrowski speak about the MSPCA-Angell’s
Charitable Gift Annuity Program.
from knowing that I will continue to make a
difference in the lives of animals. In the
meantime, the MSPCA–Angell guarantees
me quarterly payments in excess of 10
percent for the rest of my life.”
To receive information about
making a bequest or
tax-advantaged gift, please
contact Cory Berry-Whitlock at
617 541-5046 or
cberrywhitlock@mspca.org.
When there is an animal in need, our Law
Enforcement officers need to be able to get
there safely and quickly. Currently, five of
their eleven vehicles carry over 100,000
miles, and the miles increase every day.
Vehicles frequently need to be replaced. At
a cost of about $28,000 each, this puts a
considerable strain on the department’s
budget. Peter Gollub, Law Enforcement
Director, says, “Despite our hopes and best
efforts, animal cruelty hasn’t stopped yet.
Reliable, modern vehicles will help ensure
that we keep going, and get to where we
need to be.”
Here is how you can help: by making a gift
of $5,000 or more to help keep our team
of animal rescuers on the road. MSPCA
Law Enforcement receives absolutely no aid
of any kind from local, state or federal
government agencies, even though these
services are so valuable to all citizens.
Please contact Alice Bruce at
617 541-5045 or abruce@mspca.org
to make your gift.
Hillside Acre Cemetery is pleased to
introduce two new programs: the Tree
Dedication Program and the Stone
Memorial Program. The Tree Dedication
Program allows pet owners to choose a
tree within the cemetery to dedicate to a
loved one. For a fee of $250 or more
(depending on location), we will place a
plaque and plant flowers, in honor of a
loved one, at the tree of your choice.
Dedicate a tree or stone to a loved one with the new
Hillside Dedication Programs.
Please call Hillside Acre at
978 687-7453, ext. 6109, for more
information on these programs.
Cosmic Command: Wag your tail. Summer is
here! Just don’t wag it around the
china cabinet!
Leo 7/23-8/22 You can do
anything this season, if you set
your mind to it. Jump a little
higher. Learn a new trick. Run a
little farther. People always expect great things
from you, but now you can really impress them! In
no time, you’ll have them begging for more.
Cosmic Command: Kiss. The best way to
make an impression on humans is to shower them
with love!
Pisces 2/19-3/20 The moon in
Capricorn means you’ll need to be
disciplined this season when it
comes to behaving yourself. Try to
resist barking at the mailman or hissing at the
neighbor’s cat. Enjoy your walks and runs, but heel
when your owner tells you to.
Virgo 8/23-9-22 Walks in the park and
around the corral bring interesting social
developments, from new friends to new
games to play. Your approachable
demeanor will make it easy to foster
these new friendships. But beware, not all fourlegged creatures are friendly.
Cosmic Command: Stop, sit and smell the roses
— or the catnip or the dog biscuits! Life is just one
big treat!
Cosmic Command: Play nice. Put your best paw
or hoof forward when meeting new playmates.
Taurus 4/20-5/20 As a
Taurus, you can be stubborn.
But try to be open to new
things this season. Humans
may be asking more of you,
from keeping them company on an early morning
jog to refraining from jumping on the sofa to
learning new tricks. Be patient and you will be
rewarded. Treats and hugs are in your future!
Peter Gollub, MSPCA-Angell
Law Enforcement Director and Ginger.
Cancer 6/22-7/22 With
Mercury moving into your
second house, you’ll find
making decisions can be difficult.
Should you nap? Should you play? Should you
chase the cat around the house? Take your time
and think before you act. It will save you from
getting into trouble and possibly getting swatted by
a feline friend.
Cosmic Command: Shake hands! Offer a paw
to friendly humans that you meet. You can never
have too many friends!
Cosmic Command: Run. Put your energy into
exercising to stay healthy and fit this summer.
New Programs
at Hillside Acre
The Stone Memorial Program allows
pet owners to dedicate a granite stone
in honor of a loved one. The stones will
be placed in our newly-developed sitting
area, beneath a sprawling Maple tree.
Prices will vary depending on the size of the
memorial stone.
Aquarius 1/20-2/18 This summer it’s
all about relationships. Make sure to
give your human family members
some extra licks on their cheeks or
nudges on their foreheads. Spend some time
making new friends at the park or on the walking
path. Your warmth and friendliness will pay off
with more scratches behind the ears and more
delicious treats!
Aries 3/21-4/19 As Pluto moves
backwards, you may find you get the
short end of the stick, whether it’s a trip
to the groomer or a few less treats. But
hold strong, it’s all for your own good.
And if you behave yourself, maybe your
owner will play fetch with you — then
you can get any end of the stick you want!
How You Can
Keep ‘em on the
Road! MSPCA
Law Enforcement
Needs Your
Support
When people mention our MSPCA Law
Enforcement officers, they frequently
wonder, “How do they find the courage
and stamina to do that kind of work?” But
there is another “how” to consider —
“How can we help support them in their
difficult job?” Our officers are never spared
the sight of suffering; they rush to scenes
most of us would not know how to
approach. These brave women and men
travel the entire state of Massachusetts, and
keeping them in safe, sturdy, well-equipped
vehicles is a high priority — but a very
expensive one.
Capricorn 12/22-1/19 You’ll find you
won’t want to play dead this summer.
The warmer weather will be calling you,
so grab your leash or your saddle and
walk, run or gallop! The fresh air will clear your
head of the winter doldrums and put a smile on
your snout!
Cosmic Command: Purr or wag. Keep a
positive attitude and good things will
come your way.
Gemini 5/21-6/21 Your ruling
planet, Mercury, will move into
Aries, causing the frustrations you
had this spring to disappear. Say
goodbye to April showers and get
ready to bask in the sun. The dog days of summer
are here — and they promise to be fun with
plenty of walks and outdoor play!
Libra 9/23-10/22 Saturn’s
influence is lessening now,
which should lighten your
somber mood. Summer will be
sunny and bright and so will you. You’ll feel
energetic and ready to seize the day — or the
Frisbee or the roll of string or the birdbath!
Cosmic Command: Bark, meow or chirp.
Summer is sure to cheer you up!
Scorpio 10/23-11/21 Summer is in
full bloom and so is romance. But
don’t fall head over paws in love right
away. Take things slowly. Savor the
moments. Only fools rush into love.
But certainly not dogs, cats, birds, fish and horses!
Cosmic Command: Easy. Whether it’s puppy
love or something more serious, take it easy and
don’t make any serious commitments right away.
Sagittarius 11/22-12/21 The
cosmic equilateral triangle around the
earth is a sign of good fortune for
you. Perhaps you’ll get more treats,
more walks or more cuddling with
your human family. Whatever is
bestowed on you, enjoy it and show
your appreciation with plenty of licks and nudges.
Cosmic Command: Come. Always come when
you’re called. After all, a biscuit, dinner or a hug
may be awaiting you!
Cosmic Command: Rollover. Turn a new leaf.
Try something different. Summer is the time to
start anew.
In Memoriam
The MSPCA-Angell family mourns the
recent loss of three dear friends. Dr. Frank
Stanton, former President of CBS and a
lifelong animal lover, made it possible for us
to build Angell’s new Helen Schmidt
Stanton Clinical Care Center. Mrs. Gladys
Copeland, long-time supporter and MSPCA
Emily Appleton Award recipient, funded
and named our new Copeland Animal Care
and Adoption Center. Selwyn Kudisch,
MSPCA Overseer, established, with his wife
Marilyn, also an Overseer, the Kudisch Pet
Care Assistance Fund as one part of their
long history of giving.
Not only did these three individuals make
generous financial contributions, but each
lent a personal touch through their
devotion to our cause.
We will truly miss them.
L to R: Carter Luke, John Tobin, Scott Taylor,
Gladys Copeland, and Joyce Tobin at the 2006 Emily
Appleton Award presentation.
Selwyn Kudisch,
pictured here
with his dog Iris,
was an MSPCA
overseer and
lifelong supporter.
Former CBS President and MSPCA-Angell
supporter, Frank Stanton with his dog Foxo.
Photo compliments of Todd Eberle and Vanity Fair.
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Animated Applause for Animal Tales Gala
Cassandra Allred Photography
Cassandra Allred Photography
Co-hosts Bill Busch, Jessica Gifford Busch and ‘Zooey’.
Co-hosts Carolyn Thayer Ross and J. William Codinha.
Close to 400 animal lovers and canine companions gathered together high
above Boston at the elegantly decorated State Room on May 17, 2007. The
crowd celebrated the very special success stories of animals who passed
through the MSPCA-Angell and were transformed — from wounded to well,
from homeless to homebody, from lonely to loved.
Lively conversation over cocktails and light fare led into the evening’s program, hosted by
Channel 7’s Dr. Deanna Lites. Guests assembled around the stage and watched from the
balcony as CEO Carter Luke recounted tales of the MSPCA-Angell working to keep human
and animal families safe, happy, healthy and together. Dana Ramish, President of the Angell
Network, joined Luke to narrate the tales, while featured animals like Dachshunds Fay and
Cassandra Allred Photography
Carter Luke, CEO, MSPCA-Angell.
Cassandra Allred Photography
Susan Doran, Ellie Cornish, Sarah Monaco,
Jennifer Tisdale, Thomas Powers and Bob Macleod.
Fiona (see story page 1) or blood donor Denver and recipient Soafy, were escorted onstage
by staff from Angell Animal Medical Centers, MSPCA Adoption Centers, Law Enforcement
and Advocacy. Dogs in the audience barked enthusiastically along with the crowd’s applause.
Luke also offered sincere gratitude to our generous event sponsors and to the event
committee, led by co-chairs and MSPCA-Angell Trustees Jessica Gifford Busch and
Carolyn Thayer Ross.
Another high point of the evening was the popular auction, including such coveted items as
tickets to Boston sports events, Wicked and the Police; and a year of dining out at Boston
restaurants. We hope this heartwarming new event will be an annual occurrence!
Many thanks to Cassandra Allred
Photography for the wonderful pictures.
Cassi can be reached at 801 870-6451,
or visit her website at
www.cassandraallred.com.
Cassandra Allred Photography
Keith Leighton and Carol Parks with ‘Tica’ and ‘Casper’.
Cassandra Allred Photography
Lori and Matthew Sidman and ‘Monte’.
Cassandra Allred Photography
Kristina Ehrsam and Dana Ramish,
President Angell Network.
Thank you to our generous supporters.
Save the Date!
2007 Animal Hall
of Fame Dinner
Enduring
Friendships Make
a Lasting Impact
Both Ruth Mandalian and Ann Najarian
were MSPCA supporters before they met
in 1977 when Ann came to work as Ruth’s
assistant in the Astronomy Department at
Harvard. Both were ardent cat lovers; Ann
favored male tabbies and Ruth preferred
gray and white females. With much in
common, it is no surprise that Ann and
Ruth quickly developed a rewarding
friendship that lasted almost 30 years.
Unfortunately, Ann passed away last year,
but Ruth continues to carry out their
tradition of cat adoption and support of the
MSPCA that sparked their friendship.
Both friends sent their gifts to the MSPCA
on a regular basis for many years, and both
remembered the MSPCA in their estate
planning; Ann through a charitable gift
annuity and Ruth by making the MSPCA a
beneficiary in her will. Their shared
friendship plus their love for animals
blossomed into generosity that has
benefited many animals over the years.
You have probably heard the old saying,
“Friendship isn’t a big thing — it’s a lot of
little things.” The MSPCA is privileged to
have over 65,000 active supporters, and we
call each one a friend. Some, of course, are
able to contribute much more than most,
but we also count on those who contribute
smaller amounts regularly — sometimes
over many, many years. These contributions
add up. Ann’s loyal support continues to
help animals at the MSPCA today.
We hope that Ann and Ruth’s story will
inspire you to make regular giving to
L to R: Ann Najarian and Ruth Mandalian were
best friends and MSPCA supporters.
the animals at the MSPCA a lifelong tradition.
In charitable giving, as in so many areas of
life, it is often the little things that mean
so much.
To make a donation today, visit
www.mspca.org/companion. For
more information on estate planning,
contact Kathleen Santry at
ksantry@mspca.org or 617 541-5075.
Our tradition continues! Mark your
calendars for Thursday, October 11, 2007
at the John F. Kennedy Library, where we
will gather to celebrate the strength and
beauty of the human-animal bond by
honoring people and animals we have
identified as heroes — both the wellknown and the unsung. We will present the
George T. Angell Humanitarian Award to
an individual who has demonstrated a
lifelong commitment to animal welfare and
we will confer awards for Human, Animal
and Young Heroes. Heroes can be
nominated by calling Jan Holmquist at
617 541-5005. The list of those honored
in the past includes educators, artists, law
enforcement officers, veterinarians, retirees
and those with physical challenges—each of
whom has helped shine a spotlight on the
human-animal bond.
As is customary, event highlights will include
the arrival of the Animal Hero in a
limousine, a reception in the ocean-view
pavilion and heartwarming presentations to
each Hero.
Tickets will become available in the late
summer, and we will be seeking committee
members and major sponsors. Table hosts
and sponsors will be invited to bring their
dogs. This event is traditionally an emotional
high point in our MSPCA-Angell year. You
will not want to miss it!
Please contact Cory Berry-Whitlock
for more information at 617 541-5046
or cberrywhitlock@mspca.org.
350 South Huntington Ave., Boston, MA 02130
www.mspca.org
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let us know by emailing us at companion@mspca.org.
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to donate!
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