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Critter Chronicle
newsletter of the augusta regional spca • late summer 2015
Hello friends!
Pets in the Park!
p. 4
Events and
Outings p. 8
Shelter News
p. 14
It's been another busy year for the Augusta Regional SPCA. Our staff worked
closely with rescue agencies both locally and throughout the state to give deserving
animals a second chance of finding their forever homes. By accepting 980 animals
into our adoption program, your SPCA has come to the aid of shelters facing
overcrowded conditions and the risk of euthanizing healthy adoptable animals.
Through our partnership with PetSmart Charities Rescue Waggin’ program 309 dogs
have taken the ride of their lives to destination shelters where they are in demand.
In addition to the Rescue Waggin’ Program, 684 animals have found loving families
through our adoption efforts. Our Agnes Lawrence Spay/Neuter Clinic is still going
strong. Since opening, over 9,800 dogs and cats have been sterilized, significantly
impacting the number of litters being born in our area!
We're gearing up for our annual Pets in the Park event!!! This year's event will
be held on Saturday, September 26th in Gypsy Hill Park, Staunton. Please join
us in the Park and participate in the Walk for the Animals, the Doggone Good Dog
Show, and the Candid Cat Photo contest.
Again, we will be celebrating by hosting "A Cause for Paws", on Saturday,
September 19th at the Best Western Waynesboro. This
year's event features music by The Coolin' Out Band
from the Virginia Beach area who specialize in Beach
Music, Motown, R&B, Shuffle, Disco, Ballads, Oldies
and all the best Dance mixes! We will also of course
still feature the ever-popular and fantastic silent
auction! Plan to come and enjoy the music, heavy
hors d'oevres, and silent auction offerings. And don't
forget your dancing shoes!
RSVP to the SPCA (885-7722) today!
Tail Mail p. 16
A Cause for Paws
Join us for a Toast to the Tails!
A Benefit for the Augusta Regional SPCA
33 Archery Lane
Staunton, VA 24401
Saturday, September 19, 2015 • Best Western Plus Waynesboro
See p.8 for more information
Special thanks to Bob Scates
WHO’S WHO AT THE
AUGUSTA REGIONAL SPCA
EMPLOYEES
Shelter Director
Debbie Caywood
Bob Scates, an active and dedicated member of
our Board of Directors for 13 years, received our
Volunteer Service Award for 2015. Bob served
as Vice President of our Board of Directors and
Chairman of our Shelter Committee and fulfilled
his term on our Board of Directors in April. The
staff always loved to see Bob arrive at the shelter on
Thursdays it was payday and he signed our checks!
Bob did not miss many Thursdays and always
made decisions that were in the best interest of
the SPCA. Bob was always a strong supporter of
shelter staff and Stacy misses him keeping her pens
in order! We were very happy when Bob agreed to
continue to serve on our Shelter Committee even
though we know Maddie would rather have him
take her to the dog park to play. Congratulations on
your award – you truly are deserving!
Shelter Coordinator - Customer Service
Rebecca Caywood
Shelter Customer - Animal Care
Ashley Lam
Accounting
Stacy Moran
Team Leaders/ Rescue Waggin Coordinators
Crystal Via • Josh Via
Animal Caregivers
Brandi L. Hurt • Marinda Hurt
Isabelle Masters • Amanda Siler • Jamie Saunders
Alyssa Stephens • Nicole Wilcox • Rose Parler
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
President
Tommy Rosen
Vice President
Charlie Hunter
Secretary
Deanna Lotts
Treasurer
Lisa Botkin
The S.P.C.A. is in need of the following items:
Windex • Bleach • Small Paper Plates
Paper Towels • Towels • Dishwashing Liquid
Fabric Softener • Dryer Sheets • Angle Bristle Brooms
Canned dog & cat food • Dry Dog & Cat Food
Soft Dog Treats • Peanut Butter (to stuff kongs)
Dry Kitten & Puppy Food
Cat/Kitten Toys • Rubber Dog/Puppy Toys
Kongs • Kitty Litter • Baby Wipes
BOARD MEMBERS
Richard Beard
Joyce Fisher
Gary Fitzgerald
Melissa Hewitt-Grable
Christine Kelley
Kasey Knox
Sue Overton
Christine Root
Gary Tomlin
Jane White
Thomas Wright
Welcome new board members:
Joyce Fisher, Christine Kelley,
Kasey Knox, & Thomas Wright
Augusta Regional S.P.C.A. Website:
www.augustaregionalspca.org
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In collaboration with
RESCUE WAGGIN’
®
The Augusta Regional SPCA received a grant from PetSmart
Charities™ in 2014 to help control the cat populations in zip code
24401.
PetSmart Charities awarded a $6,000 grant to the ARSPCA
for the spaying and neutering of approximately 120 freeroaming cats in an effort to properly address and manage the cat
overpopulation problem in the community. The result: fewer cats
and kittens brought off the streets to our local shelters!
This year we have again been awarded a grant to spay/neuter free roaming cats. This new grant of
$10,000 will allow us to spay/neuter over 180 cats and is available to free roaming cats in Staunton,
Waynesboro, and Augusta County.
affordable spay/neuter services available to everyone
at the AGNES LAWRENCE SPAY/NEUTER CLINIC
Healthy dogs and cats over 8 weeks and weighing at least 2 pounds
are eligible for surgery. Must have proof of rabies vaccination.
CATS
Females: $50 • Males: $40
DOGS
Females: $75 • Males: $75
All dogs over 50lbs $25 additional fee
Other services offered at time
of spay/neuter: Vaccinations,
deworming, Feline Leukemia testing,
Heartworm/Lyme testing,
ear cleaning, nail trimming
and microchipping.
33 Archery Lane
Staunton,VA 24401
www.augustaregionalspca.org
Call today to schedule your pet’s surgery! 540-885-7838
Saturday, September 26, 2015 • 9 am • Gypsy Hill Park, Staunton
Mark your calendars! This is a fun-filled, educational event for the entire family! Bring your family, friends and pets
(on leashes, please!) We’re expecting your pets to “strut their stuff ” at our Dog Gone Good Dog Show, and don’t forget to
bring a photo of your cat(s) to enter in the “Candid Cat Photo Contest.” Look for more information about these events
on the following pages! Please spread the word about Pets In The Park. The SPCA needs your financial support to
benefit the unwanted animals in our care. Please invite your friends and neighbors to come to Gypsy Hill Park on Saturday,
September 26th to participate in the day’s events.
Here’s how YOU CAN HELP:
#1 Participate in the “Walk for the Animals” Contact family members, friends and neighbors to ask for their pledges to
contribute to the SPCA. You will surely have our gratitude for your generous efforts. Your sponsors can donate via our website
and just note that the donation is a sponsorship for your walk. Look for a sponsorship form at the back of this newsletter.
#2 Become a PETS IN THE PARK Sponsor In past years, considerable support for this important event has come
from corporate and individual sponsorships. This year, contributions can be made in one of four categories: Magnificent
Mutts ($1,500 and over), Cat's Meow ($1,000 to $1,499), Faithful Companions ($500 to $999), and Furry Friends ($200$499). “Magnificent Mutt” and “Cat's Meow” level sponsors will receive 4 tickets, and “Faithful Companions” and “Furry
Friends” level sponsors will receive 2 tickets, to the Cause for Paws event on Saturday, September 19, 2015.
We look forward to seeing you there!
The Board and Staff of the Augusta Regional SPCA
Pets in the Park!
Saturday, September 26, 2015 • 9 am • Gypsy Hill Park, Staunton
Food, Fun, and a Variety of
Vendors and Information Booths!
Annual Walk for
the Animals:
For more information, call the
SPCA at 540-885-7722 or
visit our website at:
www.augustaregionalspca.org
Registration at 9am,
Walk Begins at 9:45
See following page for
details & inside back
cover for
pledge
sheet.
Candid Cat
Photo Contest:
Doggone Good Dog Show:
$5.00 entry fee per class
$3.00 per photo
(no photos larger than 5x7)
Registration begins at 10:15 am
Show begins at 11:00 am.
*Enter from 10am - 12 noon,
CLASSES:
Judging at 1:00 pm
1. Costume
*or Pre-enter at the Augusta Regional SPCA
beginning September 1, 2015. Just bring in your
photos and entry fees and register during regular
business hours: Tuesday thru Thursday 1-6,
Friday & Saturday 12-4, and Sunday 1-4
2. Pets weighing
under 50 pounds
3. Puppy Class 6 months & under
4. Prettiest Eyes
CLASSES:
5. Child’s Pet Handler 16 yrs.
& under
1. Best Action Shot
2. Best Multi-Cat
3. Most Unusual/Humorous Post
6. SPCA Adopted Over 50 pounds
4. Prettiest/Most Handsome SPCA Adopted
7. Best Trick
5. Prettiest/Most Handsome Cat
8. SPCA Adopted Under 50 pounds
6. Most Unusual Buddy
9. I look like my master
7. Prettiest/Most
Handsome Kitten
10. Pairs Class
11. Pets Weighing over 50 pounds
Judges Favorite will be
chosen from all entries in
the above categories.
and the
CHAMPIONSHIP CLASS:
Open only to the first place winners of the above
classes. ($5.00 entry fee)
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Pets in the Park
Join us for our Annual Walk for the Animals!
When you Walk for the Animals, you are helping hundreds of wonderful homeless pets find new homes where
they will never again be abandoned, abused or neglected. Every valuable dollar raised goes toward shelter, medical
treatment, and food for animals that are at risk of being euthanized due to over-crowded shelters.
Your participation and fundraising in the Walk for Animals helps the Augusta Regional SPCA care for more than
1250 cats and dogs each year who are waiting for their forever home, and provide affordable spay/neuter services
to more than 2000 animals annually (and growing!).
Take a walk with your canine companion, friends, colleagues, neighbors to raise money for animals in need. Form
a team or travel solo. Enjoy a fun filled morning with other animal lovers and their four-legged best friends, all while
we help end the tragedy of pet homelessness!
Registration begins at 9 AM. There is no set fee for the event, we encourage you to ask your friends, family, and
co-workers to sponsor your walk. A sponsorship form may be downloaded from our website or SEE INSIDE
BACK COVER OF THIS NEWSLETTER FOR A SPONSORSHIP FORM!
The animals are relying on you, who are you walking for this year?
Honor the incredible dogs and cats who have touched your life.
Walk for Shelter Pets Like U s!
Teegan
Peppy
Izzy
Elsa
Dai
sy
Pets in the Park
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A Special Thank You to Our 2014 Sponsors
MAGNIFICENT MUTTS
FURRY FRIENDS
Knox Mobile City
Cason Appraisal Services
Countess Madeline Bondhu,
"Maddie" - Llewellyn Setter
Barbara H. Grant
Wal-Mart Foundation
Anderson, White & Co., P.C.
McDonough Toyota & Scion
Chuck & Pat Blackley
Augusta Insurance Agency
First Bank & Trust Company
Virginia Eagle Distributing
Shenandoah Valley Kiwanis Club
Timberlake, Smith, Thomas, & Moses
Augusta Valley Animal Hospital
Josh Deaver - Edward Jones
James River Equipment
CAT'S MEOW
Charles & Barbara Hunter
D. L. Caywood, Inc.
A Little Something Sweet
Many thanks to the individuals
and businesses who donated items
to our 2014 Pets in the Park and
Howlin’ Hoedown events!
Over $50,000 was raised during
our annual Pets in the Park event!
FAITHFUL COMPANIONS
Goose Creek Animal Clinic
Tommy & Peggy Rosen
Vision Appraisal Services LLC
Charlie Obaugh Chevrolet
Carded Graphics
2014 - Cat Photo Contest: 1st Place Winners
2014 - Doggone Good Dog Show: 1st Place Winners
Best Action Shot:
"Boo" - Melissa Cline
Best Multi-Cat:
"Tessa & Walad" - Sue Nickels
Most Unusual/Humorous Pose:
"Henri" - Missy Grable
Prettiest/Handsomest SPCA Adopted:
"Iam" - Brenda McMillan
Prettiest/Handsomest Cat:
"Butterball" - Brenda McMillan
Prettiest/Handsomest Kitten:
"Boo" - Melissa Cline
Most Unusual Buddy:
"Walad" - Sue Nickels
Costume Class:
“Allie” - Linda Barr
Pets Weighing Under 50lbs:
“Laskin” - Linda Craun
Puppy Class:
“Carson”- Charlie True
Prettiest Eyes:
“Bentley” - Nina Smith
Child’s Pet:
“Misty” - Jenna Nucklos
SPCA Adopted Over 50lbs:
“Artemis” - Wendi True
Best Trick:
“Lovee” - Danielle Lovegrove
TOP WALKERS 2014
TOP JUNIOR WALKER
Missy Hewitt Grable
Barbara Franklin
Kasey Knox
Linda Howell
Deanna Lotts
Sibbie Jetton
on
d Sibbie Jett
"Ernie" an
SPCA Adopted Under 50lbs:
“Bentley” - Nina Smith
I Look Like My Master:
“Leo” - Nina Smith
Pairs Class:
"Conner" and "Casper"
- Mindy Nodine
Pets Over 50lbs:
“Bentley” - Amber Chittum
Champion of the Show:
“Bentley” - Amber Chittum
Reserve Champion:
“Artemis” - Wendy True
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Thank You
Walkers!!!
Events & Outings
On August 8th 2014 we held our "Summer Night's Cause for Paws"
event at the Best Western Plus in Waynesboro. The venue was perfect for our big evening
of hors d’oeuvres, silent auction, and dancing! We look forward to this year's event on Saturday,
September 19th.
Dancing the
n items!
eat silent auctio
Lots of gr
night away!
• • • • MAKE PLANS TO JOIN US THIS YEAR! • • • • • • • • • • •
A Cause for Paws
Join us for a
Toast to the
Tails!
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19
The Best Western Plus, Waynesboro 6:00pm - 12:00am
Music by
The Coolin’ Out Band
Beer • Wine • Heavy Hors d’oeuvres ✶ SILENT AUCTION ✶
Silent Auction opens at 6pm, Hors d’oeuvres beginning at 7pm, Band plays from 8pm - midnight
$60 per person
RSVP by September 11th
Contact the SPCA for more information:
540-885-7722 or augustaregionalspca@yahoo.com
Event Sponsors:
Simple Elegance Catering
Virginia Eagle Distributing
A Little Something Sweet
Best Western Plus Waynesboro
We once again enjoyed participating in the
2014 "Farming in the Valley" event as part
of the Good Times, Tastes, & Traditions
Festival at the Frontier Culture Museum.
Thanks to the Greater Augusta Regional
Chamber of Commerce for inviting us. Our
SPCA ambassador dogs enjoyed getting outside
and meeting all of the festival-goers.
Thanks to Bob Wade Subaru for inviting us to join them for their annual Howl-OWeen Pet event on October 25, 2014. We took a few shelter animals and took advantage of
the seasonal photo op!
Tater
Bixby
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Scruffy
Events & Outings
On Saturday December 6, 2014 Santa showed up at Valley Subaru! Lots of folks and fur
babies showed up to have their photo taken with Santa. Special thanks to our photographer, Judy Robichaux, our
stroling caroler Jimmy O, and of course... Santa!
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On New Year's Day 2015 in Gypsy Hill Park we held
our second "Furry 5K"! Again a beautiful day in the
park! Extra special thanks to D&L Racing for their support
and expertise in organizing and directing our race. We also
want to thank Jimmy O for announcements & music, and
Bill McGill for photography.
Thank you to our sponsors:
D&L Racing
Augusta Petroleum Cooperative
MedExpress
Union Bank
Hawk Security Systems
Also special thanks to our
supporting donors:
Starbucks Waynesboro & Staunton
Food Lion Waynesboro
WalMart Waynesboro
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Events & Outings
The Augusta Regional SPCA in partnership with the Staunton Augusta Art Center, held an art auction on March
21st, 2014 to benefit both organizations. We invited all area schools to participate in the event by having students
create and donate artwork. We also had artwork donated by local professional artists. The evening featured a
silent auction, live auction, hors d’oevres, music, beer & wine. We received some wonderful artwork from our
young artist friends! Special thanks to Simple Elegance Catering and A Little Something Sweet for providing hors
doeuvres and desserts. We would also like to thank Orville Bame who provided music, Bill Wagner who served as
auctioneer, and Wanda Cook who was our auction clerk.
Art for the Animals
The John Curry Memorial Art Auction
We held this event in memory of our dear friend, The Honorable John
Curry. The idea of a child’s art auction fund raiser was spearheaded by
John. As a member of the SPCA Board of Directors and the fundraising
committee, John was most enthusiastic about the concept. He was
paramount in bringing together the Art Center and the SPCA and we are
eternally grateful for his dedication to our causes and this community.
Pictured at left: Belle Carson Neckowitz, 6, John Curry's granddaughter, the
painting was done by Belle Carson from a photo of her dog, Sadie, who was
adopted from the SPCA. This painting went for the highest bid!
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For two summers in a row, Rockbridge Vineyard has invited the Augusta Regional SPCA to join them in
hosting their Summer Breeze Wine Festival. The kind folks at Rockbridge Vineyard offered to split the
proceeds of the entry fees with the ARSPCA. We also collected some very nice donations from festival
goers, wine club members, and the musicians that performed there that day (Scruffy Murphy and
Jimmy O.) We have really enjoyed this event and each year it has been a great success.
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Shelter News & Happenings
Saying goodbye to old friends and hello to new ones!
It is hard to believe for the second year in a row,
we have an employee retiring! That is an amazing
accomplishment in the world of animal welfare - the
longevity for shelter workers is 2 to 4 years. On
September 1st, Linda Pettry, our Shelter Coordinator
for Animal Welfare will start a new chapter in her
life – retirement!! Linda has given 27 years to the
Augusta Regional SPCA and has always gone the
extra mile for the animals in our care. Her dedication
and hard work will be missed but we wish her the
best and hope she enjoys her retirement life!
Joining the staff as our new Shelter Coordinator for
Animal Welfare is Ashley Lam. Ashley has previous
experience in the shelter environment and also as
a certified veterinarian assistant. We are excited
to have Ashley join our staff and look forward to
working with her on our team!
Linda handing over her key to Ashley!
Volunteer
Service Awards
This year we are pleased to present Volunteer
Service Awards to Bob Scates (past President,
Vice President SPCA Board of Directors), and
Linda Vann (owner, Simple Elegance Catering).
Bob Scates has served on the Board and been
a dedicated supporter and volunteer with the
SPCA for many years. He has recently retired
from the Board but we know he will continue
his support and still visit us often.
Brenda Vann has outdone herself every time
we have needed her catering services. She and
her staff at Simple Elegance Catering always
provide top notch service and incredible,
crowd-pleasing menus!
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In collaboration with
SPCA Dogs Enjoying Their New Digs!
The Augusta Regional SPCA is pleased to announce a generous
grant from PetSmart Charities® which paid the entire cost of
®
renovating and replacing the
dog kennel areas throughout the
facility. The new state-of-theart Shor-Line kennels and epoxy flooring provide safer and healthier housing for
our canine residents. The new dog kennels are brightly colored, have solid walls
to prevent the dogs from sniffing each other and possibly transmitting viruses,
and they are easy to clean. Having this privacy is not only less unsettling for the
dogs but helps prevent the spread of disease. Visitors have commented on the
warm and friendly atmosphere and how happy the resident dogs are in their
new surroundings. Not only was the main kennel area renovated but so was
our isolation room and former animal control kennel space. This former animal
control kennel space now serves as a stopover facility for the Rescue Waggin’™
vehicle as it passes through 5-7 times a month on it’s journey through Virginia.
RESCUE WAGGIN’
The ARSPCA was eligible for
the $101,551 grant because they
participate in the PetSmart Charities
Rescue Waggin’ program. The
ARSPCA and dozens of other
animal welfare organizations partner
with PetSmart Charities across
the United States to transport
dogs from areas of the country
where shelters have more pets
than potential adopters to partner
Old kennel floors were damaged and wire
shelters in the Northern part of the
kennels were corroded.
United States that are in need of
more adoptable dogs, thus saving
them from the risk of being euthanized. In 2014 the ARSPCA transferred in
624 dogs, and received 167 owner released dogs.
309 of these dogs took the ride of their lives on
the Rescue Waggin’ and 472 were adopted from
the ARSPCA.
Puppy room floors and wire cages
pre-renovation.
The PetSmart Charities Rescue Waggin’ Program
not only allows the Augusta Regional SPCA to
transport adoptable dogs to destination shelters,
but also provides grants, training and mentoring
that improves the lives of the animals in our care.
For more information on the Rescue Waggin’
Program, visit www.petsmartcharities.org.
New kennels with resurfaced floors and solid walls = happier residents!
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Tail Mail
The first weekend of June 2014 my
wife adopted “Stripes” from your
shelter as our other cat had passed
away just days prior. So, here is a
quick update
about life
with young
“Stripes”
our SPCA
adopted cat.
This first
picture is
“Stripes the Kitten" on his first day at
his new home. He is 9 weeks old and
weighs 1 1/2 pounds in this photo.
Garrett and I both
agree adopting our
doggie Ava (formerly
Hazel) was the best
decision for a dog
for us. She is so well
behaved and lovable
It was 9 years ago today that I got
Annie from your facility. First I'd like
to say that you for helping me heal
from a broken heart from the loss of
my dog Macy.
Annie is doing fine, still very active.
She likes the chuck it, and frizzbe.
In the warmer weather she likes
swimming, and is always up for a
walk. She is not too crazy for rides
though. She will go, but sometimes
I have to pick her up to get her in
her crate. She is very smart, and knows a lot of words. She never has
accidents in the house, and never destroys anything, except her toys.
Though she is pretty good with them, and they do last awhile.
When ever we are out, someone always compliments us on how well
behaved, or pretty Annie is. Our Vet. Dr. Don Costlow likes her a lot.
Just wanted to give you an update and send
updated pictures of Bellona (now Savannah) .
She has been doing great and is so easy to train.
She is such a joy to have around! Just wanted
you to know that she
is doing great and
having the time of her
life! Life would not be
the same without her.
Kittens grow up. Here is Stripes
at 6 months of age:
I have had Winston almost 10 months now and loving
every minute.
He has brought life
back to my senior
border collie, loves
the farm, hasn't
met a stranger, and
even 'adopted'
a cat to watch
over. He is such a
character and a
blessing!
Thanks so much
for all you guys do
at the SPCA! Your
hard work pays off!
Without you, happy
endings for pets like
Savannah would not
happen.
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I adopted Blue about two years ago. The card on the kennel said very
destructive! One of the ladies said Blues previous owner was a truck driver
and she was left in an apartment all day. Thinking to myself (because I fell
in love with her) I thought "No wonder she is destructive!" Well I took her
home and put her in a dog crate long enough to go purchase dog food. When
I got back she had destroyed the crate and was waiting on the porch. I
thought maybe it was my fault because I left her by herself. Well the card on
the kennel cage was telling the truth. She tore up the mattresses on my bed,
ripped screens out of my windows, chewed up a lawn mower seat, chewed
the wood on the outside of the house because she wanted in and tore up
the inside of a car. I was tempted to bring her back to the SPCA but I couldn't.
I renamed her Blue because she has one blue eye and one brown eye. After everything I went through with her
she has turned out to be the BEST DOG EVER! She gets along with other dogs, children, anyone she comes into
contact with. She loves to ride with me in my Ford Explorer and we walk around Gypsy Hill Park most mornings! I
am so glad I did not give up on her!
She is my baby! Thank you SPCA!
We adopted our fur baby from you
all exactly two years ago! She's
ridiculously spoiled rotten - sleeps in
our bed, has a big fenced-in yard for
running, lots of fun toys, and more
than enough love and cuddles! Just
wanted to give a quick update and
say thanks for all you do!
Got this gorgeous fella from your
SPCA in April of 2005. He was 2
years old. You gave us all his paperwork
and we found out his birthday was
the 26th January 2003. Happy to say
that he turned 12 years old!!! Greatest
siamese you could ever meet!
This is Huckleberry (his
name was Tucker when
I adopted him in 2011!),
dressed as the Cowardly
Lion for Halloween. He is
SUCH a good boy - and
the mascot of my business,
"HuckleBerry Fresh".
It's been just over a week now and I wanted to let you all know that Java
is doing great in her new home. On her first day here, she spent several
hours running and climbing, clearly excited to have enough room to play.
Now that she has settled in, she does most of her playing at night... She
has a favorite chair that is great for relaxing and playing as she can nap on
it, but also hide underneath it in preparation for sneak attacks, and climb
up the back of it. As frisky as she is, she is also an unabashed love bug
who is quick to purr purr purr.
Thank you for the care you provide to all the animals at your shelter, and
for helping us humans find such wonderful pet companionship!
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One year ago today, we adopted Oskar (former name
Snickers) a very handsome Tabby Fellow.
In honor of his adoption anniversary, Oskar and his
fellow felines will feast on some sliced deli turkey.
Tara is beginning to relax and get into
the routine. She is gaining confidence
and loves going on walks, riding in the
car and, sleeping on her big bed or
the couch. Thank you for saving this
nice dog, she has never gone to the
bathroom in the house or bothered the
cats. She is a sweetheart.
Oskar is an avid hummingbird watcher and faithfully
creates new noseprints on our picture window
as he surveys the yard. He is our “universal cat”,
meaning, he gets along with everybody! He’s a
snuggler and a lover of laps.
He’s also fond of drinking puddles in the bathtub.
You may remember Rocky (you had him
as Ricky). I adopted him about 5 years
ago. Rocky and I (and his cat and sister,
Zelda) moved to Oregon about 3 years ago.
Rocky was diagnosed with epilepsy about
6 months after I adopted him but he's an
otherwise healthy, happy boy. He loves the
ocean and river and hiking. I am thankful
every day that you gave him to me! This
was his pic right after adoption.
We just
wanted to
give you an
update on
Miss Mollie
(adopted
Spring
2012). She
is doing very
well and
loves to go
hiking with
us. She is best friends
with our other dog Duke, who we got
a few months later.
Sparkplug gets along with the other dog, as long as
I am not giving the other dog attention. He is very
jealous. And he is definitely a one person dog. I just
love him to pieces. He still doesn't like my uncle much
but I think that's my uncles fault not Sparkplug's. He
sure doesn't like the rain or snow. He is so funny when
he has to go out. So he sleeps on me a lot. Sits up
pretty. He is house broken. And minds really well. But
he won't stop barking when told. That's his only fault.
Thank you so much for letting me adopt him.
Dear ARSPCA, the Archie family is sending
a warm New Year update from our home to
you.We adopted Chloe last year and she is
doing great! She
Shorti is the ultimate
has made herself
good dog! He is now
at home & she
on Rimadyl for his
and my daughter
twisted front foot
have grown
and fused back knee,
extremely
runs, hops, and
close.Chloe is
plays with the other
dogs, has never had
bringing our
an accident, and
family so much
avoids confrontation at all costs. He is quiet and a true
happiness and we have developed an amazing
gentleman. It would have been a waste to have left him in your
bond with her. We are so happy we made the
shelter knowing his chances of adoption would be slim to none.
choice to adopt and we love her more and
He has provided so much joy and it is as if he has been with us
more everyday.Thank you Augusta Regional
forever.
SPCA for allowing us to adopt and give Chloe
Thank you for all your help. Bless you for all you do.
a forever home!!
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Donations given in memory and honor of Friends, Pets and Loved ones
IN HONOR OF
In Honor of Staunton Police officer
Leslie Holsinger
Patricia Kent
In Honor of Miss Erin Fosnocht
on her 16th Birthday
William & Emily Branscome
In Honor of Alan Persinger and Gary Nimax
Charles Sheffer
In Honor of Gary Nimax and Alan Persinger
First Choice Real Estate
In Honor of Fay Knicley of Staunton
Betty Richmond
In Honor of Shari Koiner of Staunton
thanks for all of your help on the
charity committee
Linda Wells
In Honor of Remonia Fisher
Joyce Wright
In Honor of Bob Scates
Amy McDonald
In Honor of Jon Raymond Ten Hoopen
Jack deLashmet
In Honor of Virginia Crolius on her birthday
Richard Massey
In Honor of Jeanne Russell on her Birthday
Karen Beran
In Honor of Tommy Rosen’s Time
Faye Reed
Grant from Richmond and Central VA
Community Foundation
Community Foundation
In Honor of Gay C. Strickler
Elinor Garst
In Honor of Barbara Grant
William L. Bowman
In Memory of Otis Kelly
Gracie Claffey
Holiday Wishes in the names of Beverly
A. Beebe, Claude Thibault and Pamela
Margaux
Pamela J. Davies
IN MEMORY OF
In Honor of Barbara Grant
Frank & Donna Kirtley
In Honor of Barbara Grant on her birthday
Howard & Linda Holden
In Honor of Janet Bevins and Home Away
From Home Dog Boarding
Charles & Martha Robinson
In Honor of Bay & Spooky for their
parents Eric & MacKay Boyer
Geoffrey Macilwaine
In Honor of Jeanne Whitescarver
Grover & Margaret Piper
In Honor of Wlilma Sloan
Lloyd Sloan
In Honor of Mrs John T. McCarthy
Joan McCarthy
In Honor of the staff of Paws & Remember,
appreciate their care of Yankee’s remains
Janice Brown
In Honor of Abby from Belle Puppy Spa
Christeen Haskin
In Honor of Bonnie Meeks
Christ Church
In Honor of Edward J. Wolanski
and 3 children
Barbara Landis
In Honor of Paula Snyder's Birthday
Bankers Insurance
In Honor of Bob Scates
William J. & Barbara Hutton
For Signs at Benefits Shop and to Honor
Janet Bevins Home Away from Home
Doggy Day Care
Robert W. Scates
In memory of Hank (Roland) Hinkle
James & Glenna Taylor
In memory of Hencil Burns
Fisher Auto Parts
Linden Heights Baptist Church
In memory of Caryn Southers
Bob Wade AutoWorld
In memory of Bettie Marks
Velma E. Diehl
Jackie Ott
In memory of Bobby Garrett
Patricia and Cornel Nulty
Robert and Lina Harper
In memory of Carl Birkner
Falcon Trading Company
In memory of Allison Sager
James Sager
In Memory of Mrs. Shirley Deane
Campbell Farrar
Leslie Phares
In Memory of Nancy Kiser
Michael F. Kivlighan, DDS
Martin & Patricia Buehler
Jackson Kiser
Buford Crockett
Joanne Price
Samuel and Linda Miller
Judith Aitcheson
Walter Flora
In memory of Peter Jackson who loved dogs
John Ong
In memory of Herk & Susan Wendelken
Charles & Dawn Evans
In memory of Herk Wendelken
Colin Deleyer
Donald & Phyllis Bibb
In memory of Greg Team
Fred & Elizabeth Stone
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In memory of Suzette Conlon
Nancy Alfred
Audra Brodowicz
Stacey Hayes
H& R Inc
Robert and Lina Harper
Joan Oswalt
Jean Wilkins
Kenneth Humphreys
In Memory of Susan Marks
Tom & Virginia Muncy
Waynesboro City Council
Mr. & Mrs. Toms Dalton
Alvin B. & Susan Marks
Humes & Barbara Franklin
Frank M. Fletcher
Martin & Patricia Buehler
Ellen and Daniel Schorsch
In memory of Wanda Shifflett
Anna S. Johnson
In Memory of Jan Lotz
Charlotte Downing
D. B. Bonds
William C. Jennings
In Memorial of Dennis Burnett
Humes & Barbara Franklin
Greg & Lisa Botkin
In Memory of Charlotte Upton
Linda Moodie
In Memory of Max Alger
Tom & Virginia Muncy
Richard & Donna Goodling
In Memory of Billy N. Carroll
Mary K. Carroll
In Memory of Kadee Luzaich
Neila Luzaich
In Memory of Ella Johnson on behalf of
employee Cindy Johnson
Augusta Health
In Memory of Lucille & Wanda Shifflett
Lynda F. Shifflett
In Memory of Alan Reid Sterret
Pamella Rankin
McSwain family
E. J. Garst
The Grover Family
In Memory of Kenneth Dunbar
by member Doug Morris
Selma Volunteer Fire Dept
In Memory of Virginia Nellie Hess
Ramona Bosserman
In Memory of Harley Tomey Jr
Arnett & Judy Tomey
In Memory of Abby Mayo
Evelyn M. Smith
In Memory of Ed Palkovich
Waynesboro Newcomer’s Social Club
In Memory of Jean Pope
Randy & Barbara Sheffield
Donations given in memory and honor of Friends, Pets and Loved ones
In Memory of Errol K. Gann
Laura Gann
In Memory of Adele Kiessling
Julia Kiessling
In Memory of Charles “Chuck” Frederickson
late husband of Sally Frederickson by
Augusta Health QRM Dept
Augusta Health
In Memory of Jon tenHoopen
Philip & Ellen Winter
Kevin Henkel
In Memory of W. A. Hill, Jr for his cat
“Buddy”
Beulah Hill
In Memory of Alice Thompson
mother of Gail Rupp
Joseph & Linda Gensinger
In Memory of James P. Linnane, Jr
Augusta County Railroad Museum
Samuel & Margaret Rothgeb
Gloria P. Walterreit
Tommy & Peggy Rosen
In Memory of John Huffer
Edeward & Bernice Lyman Jr
Anita Quick
In Memory of Robert Evans
Roger Uzcateguir
In Memory of Mearl K. Gorden
Justine Crickenberger
Janet Gordon
Sarah Marks
Ramona Bosserman
In Memory of Charles Frederickson, on
behalf of Sally Frederickson, employee
Augusta Health
In Memory of Gene Lipes
Linda Lickliter
Sandy Ricketts
Jane S. Karicofe
In Memory of James Marshall & Lacy
Lois Marshall
In Memory of Dr. Thom H. Chapman
Sandra Chapman
In Memory of David W. O’Brien Jr
Dudley C. Vest
Anne Tompkins
Dennis & Drema O’Brien
Ramona Bosserman
Martha Stisser
In Memory of John Torston Bolding
Mr & Mrs Peter Peterson
& Patricia Bolding
In Memory of James Linane Jr
Jack & Joan Ward
In Memory of Tom Tullidge
Bruce & Ruth Grover
In Memory of Mary Ann Kern
Rite Aid
In Memory of Maryanne Moffett
Charles L. & Beverly Leonard
Robert & Linda Schooley
GW Lockridge
John & Rebecca Ramsey
Elmore Hupp & Co.
Joe & Liz McCue
Jimmy & Judith Usry
Ed & Melinda Talley
Samuel & Ann Hunter
William & Lorraine Quarles
Bonnie & Tatnall Hurtt
Benjamin & Barbara Partlow
The Dahl family
Staunton Machine Works
William & Mary Wood
Nancy & Otis Holley
Ann & Arthur Johnson
Carol Hipes
Martha & Paul Vames
Nancy & Jimmy Parker
Patricia Baker Smith
Charles & Martha Robinson
M.F.P. & Helene Willett
TJ & Dorothy Tysinger
Nancy & Bill Duke
Robert & Susan Thompson
Tommy & Peggy Rosen
William L. Harrell
Hugh B. & Jill Sproul
Janey Olsson
Annette Hanna
P W & Lisa Moore
James & Mary Whitehurst
Walter Flora
Lee S. Cochran
Donald & Kathy Efland
Frances & Barry Thackston
Donald & Sharlene Fowler
Mary & David O’Dowd
James & Bonnie Charles
Jeanne T. Hoffman
Richard & Elizabeth Young
Augusta Federation FFA, Riverheads High
School
Carolyn & Thomas Futrell
Louis & Judith Benedict
Jim & Latane Long
Robert & Carolyn Layton
Ramona Bosserman
Sandra Callahan
Martin & Linda Lightsey
Robert & Linda Williams
Wilson Memorial High School
Harold & Ganelle Cook
WF & Elizabeth Vellines
In Memory of John Curry , cont.
L. Kendall & Karen Palmer Jr
Phyllis Plyler
James & Monica Harford
Alvin B. & Susan Marks
Renee Herrell & John Piper
Irwin Connelly & Brynn Newton
Stuart & Sylvia Woodcock, Sr
Mr. & Mrs. Walker Norford
Susan & James Overton
ARSPCA Board of Directors
Jean Crowder
K. Davidson
Deanna Lotts
Cynthia Pare
Andrea S. Fordham
Melissa K. Grable
In Memory of John Curry
E. Marie Knoxville
Virginia R Layman
Ron & Patricia Layne
George & Judy Baylor
Humes & Barbara Franklin, Jr
Kurt & Dinah Gottschalk
Colleen Kelly
Tommy & Peggy Rosen
Erik & Virginia Lund
In Memory of John Taylor
Mary & Richard Hale
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In Memory of Beanie Thomas
Wanda Ocheltree
Kathy Atkins
Steve, Trenda & Isaac Varner
In Memory of David O’Brien
Jane Law
In Memory of Ethyl Miller
Patricia Bolding
Doug & Ann McGibbon
In Memory of Evelyn Robena S. Thomas
Churchville High School Class of 1940
In Memory of John Huffer
Alice, Ruby, Mary Baska & Tina Hutchinson
In Memory of Jennie Wolanski
Anderson, White & Co.
Elizabeth Marshall
Russell Gaskell & Family
Siva Thiagarajah
Mary E. Johnson
Roger & Pam Boles
In Memory of J Hoffer
Bonnie Kiblinger
In Memory of Evelyn Thomas
Christopher & Carolyn Vames
In Memory of Davie, Mary Jane
& David Kern
Virginia Hilleren
In Memory of Bob Turnley
Stanley & Jean Cline
In Memory of Mary Evelyn Huffman
Don & Stacey Bowers
In Memory of Mary Ann Foster
Jeanne T. Hoffman
In Memory of Polly Bundy
Jeanne T. Hoffman
In Memory of Robert W. Albers
Pauline Fitzgerald
Jeanne Tabscott
Diane Utterback
Katie Yingling
Donations given in memory and honor of Friends, Pets and Loved ones
In Memory of Jody-Ann (Hearl) Almy
Ruth Hall
Phyllis Ireland
Vera Lacko
In Memory of Bella Hypes
Shelby Alexander
In Memory of Joan Cavanaugh
James & Mary Furr
Shelly Sparks
In Memory of Jacqueline Grimes
Alice Herbst
In Memory of Shirley Craig
Paula & Michael Gregory
In Memory of James L. Sumner, Jr
Norma Greenleaf
Lynda F. Shifflett
Larry & Nancy Hedrick
William & Linda Toler
North River Elem School
Stacey Craig
In Memory of Michael Doyle
LUMOS
In Memory of Richard D. Wilson
Deborah Murray
In Memory of Amy Almy, daughter of
Ron & Cheryl Lemery
Ginny & Bill Howard
In Memory of Nancy Gilbert
Florence Lyles House of Hair
In Memory of Charles Robinson
Bruce & Ruth Grover
In Memory of Edwin Estes
Bruce & Ruth Grover
In Memory of Barbara Cox
Bruce & Ruth Grover
In Memory of Kris Simpson
Charles & Donna Patterson
In Memory of Donald E. Combee
Peggy Desper
In Memory of Cynthia Nuckols
Martha Hammer, Debbie & David Caywood
Lattisa Evelsizer
In Memory of Norma Cole
Virginia Cole
In Memory of Rudy Masters
Dennis & Pat Early
PET MEMORIALS
In memory of “McDuff”, beloved
companion of Martha Wray
Rev. Herbert & Margaret Lewis
In loving memory of “Lucy”, devoted dog of
Pastor Beth McCrary
Bruce & Ruth Grover
In memory of “Emma”, beloved setter
belonging to John Cabell
Jim & Latane Long
In memory of “Snyder”, beloved dog of
Peggy & Tommy Rosen
Elizabeth Benson
In memory of “Jackson”, family pet of the
Young Family
Doug & Martha Degen
In Memory of loving companions over
past 4 decades : Teddy, Ginger, Midnite,
Maggie, Luie, & Mollie
Mr. & Mrs. J. C. Argenbright
In Memory of “Sally” beloved dog of
Betty & Mr. McDonongh
DC & Frances Wray
Carol Jo & Joe Mills
Frank & Betty McDonough
In Memory of ” Rocky” Beloved Golden of
the Smith Family
Martha Powell
In Memory of “Pepe” Beloved dog of
Jane & Hunter Trimble
Martha Powell
In Memory of 1 “Peek-a-Boo” Beloved cat
of Chris Trimble
Martha Powell
In Memory of “Cassie” a faithful dog
Jo Hite
In Memory of Reid Sterrett & his faithful
friend “Barney”
The Grover Family
In Memory of “Dixie”, “Willie”, “Annie”,
“Ebony” & “Alex”
Denise Taylor
In Memory of John & Wanda Ocheltree’s
Shih Tzu “Callie”
Tommy & Peggy Rosen
In Memory of “Penny”
Frances Blackwell
In memory of “Tyler” beloved Sheltie
Companion of Ruby and Gary Rosen
Thelma Varner
Gary & Ruby Rosen
William L. Bowman
In Memory of “Rusk” & “Bogey”
Carolyn Herring, MD
In Memory of Scott Beverage
Elizabeth Barker
In memory of “J.J.” beloved Bishon of Joan
McCarthy
Irma McKenna
In Memory of “Magie” beloved pet of Sally
Lovejay & Dick Cunningham
R. E. & Joan Wray
In Memory of Aubrey R. Keith Jr
John & Delilah Spangle
Brenda Keith
In memory of “Dakota”, beloved dog
of Mark Childress
Scott & Teresa Childress
In Memory of “Pattie” dog of Shirley
Western
Jarman & Martha Fretwell
In Memory of Betty L. Painter
Linda Maxwell
In Memory of our cat “Sasha”
Charles & Margaret Brand
In Memory of Bobbie Sprouse
Tommy & Peggy Rosen
BG & Shirley Worrell
In Memory of “Jack” Ludt Family
Beloved pet of the Ludt family
Carol Demacio
In Memory of “Sundance” & “Domingo”
horse & donkey of Delores Balsley
Jarman & Martha Fretwell
In Memory of Hugh Harmon, Jr.
Leonard & Jean Brydge
In Memory of “Mannie” & “Chuloe”
Beloved pet of the Hoover Family
Fred & Elizabeth Stone
In Memory of John Kirchoff
Margaret Campbell
In Memory of Otis Kelly
Gracie Claffey
In Memory of Margie Gowen
Marcslla L. Shanks
In Memory of Rudy Masters Jr.
Marie M. Beck
William & Elizabeth Pollard
In Memory of Janice Swales
Mary Helen Ayers
In Memory of Peter Losacano
Shari Wilson
In Memory of “Seiko”
our faithful German Sheperd
John & Karen Drago
In Memory of “Max”, “Charlie”, “Duffy I”
& “II”, “Gilley I”
William & Patricia Abbott
In Memory of “Bear” - Beloved pet of
Mixon & Carrie Darracott
Scott & Teresa Childress
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In Memory of “Cocoa” beloved pet of
Shirley Wray & Jim Manuel
R. E. & Joan Wray
In Memory of “Madison”
Sue H. Jones
In Memory of “Shadow”
William & Helen Jordan
In Memory of our animals
Charles & Dawn Evans
In Memory of “Easton” beloved Boxer of the
Chandler family
Fred & Elizabeth Stone
In Memory of “Midnight Bartley” dog of
Tracy, Cari, Lauren & Jacob Bartley
Frank & Donna Kirtley
Donations given in memory and honor of Friends, Pets and Loved ones
In Memory of “Friskie” cat of
Wandy Nagy & family
Charles & Margaret Brand
In Memory of “Pippin” dog of Alan,
Clara, Michael & Konrad Reitz
Charles & Margaret Brand
In Memory of our dog “Zelda” Deitz
Matthew & Leanne Deitz
In Memory of “Ollie” pet of Todd O'Brien,
Mary Bruster, Teagen & Bailey
James & Faith McDowell
In Memory of “Max”
Terri Tucker
In Memory of “Roxie” pet of Virgie &
Clif Wilhoit by Judy Cox & Evelyn Jones
Judy Cox
In Memory of “Tiffany” pet of
Jim & Frances Davis
Jarman & Martha Fretwell
In Memory of “Becky Todd” dog of
Dr. John Todd
from The Birthday & Sunday Lunch Group
In Memory of “Kacey” pet of Kathy Ritchie
Jarman & Martha Fretwell
In Memory of “JD” pet of Linda, Max,
Sampson & Simon Slough
Dennis & Cynthia Burnett
In Memory of “Jake” pet of
Robbie & Susan McGuffin
James & Faith McDowell
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In Memory of “Ginnie” pet of
Joanie Eiland & Randy Laird
Emily & Stuart Cochran
In Memory of “Hokie Jack” dog of
Jimmie Lou & Ronnie Engleman
Ed & Melinda Talley
Eva Botkin
Ron & Jimmie Engleman
Robert W. Scates
In Memory of “Winston” pet of
Roller & Jerry Shipplett
Charlotte Downing
In Memory of “Hershey” pet of
Lynn & Craig Highland
Shelby Alexander
In Memory of “Petie” dog of Helen Shifflett
Jarman & Martha Fretwell
In Memory of “Bhikku” dog of
Cliff Garstang
Jarman & Martha Fretwell
In Memory of “Sandy” dog of
the Owens family
Kurt & Dinah Gottschalk
In Memory of “Lexi” dog of Martha
Hammer & Debbie & David Caywood
Ed & Melinda Talley
In Memory of “Rocky” dog of Cindy,
Tim & Leigh Ann Marshall
Charles & Margaret Brand
In Memory of “Wendy” pet of
Thurstan & Marcy Robinson
R. E. & Joan Wray
In Memory of “Caliban” & for Janna Segal
Emily Tzucker
In Memory of “Annie” pet of
Don & Polly Weaver
Harold & Ganelle Cook
2217 North Augusta Street in the Terry Court Shopping Center
We're very excited about our new store, if you haven't visited yet, please do!
We've got plenty of parking and lots of great treasures!
Open Monday -Saturday from 10-4 | 540-886-0444
Accepting donations of your gently used, sell-able items
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123 Main St. Anywhere, MO 11211
Mailing Address/City,State,Zip
advance drop off: 33 Archery Lane, Staunton VA 24401 • or mail to: P.O. Box 2014 Staunton, VA 24402
Total
Contribution
$10.00
Contribution
Total
Collected
$10.00
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Please make checks payable to The Augusta Regional SPCA
Amount Enclosed: ________________________________________________
Phone or Email: ___________________________________________________
Walker or Team Name: ____________________________________________
ALL DONATIONS ARE TAX DEDUCTIBLE
THE AUGUSTA REGIONAL SPCA IS A 501 (c)(3) NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION
Bring completed pledge form with collected funds to Pets in the Park on Saturday, September 26, 2015
Registration for the Walk begins at 9 a.m., Walk starts at 9:45 a.m.
Suzie Sample
Sponsor’s Name
SPONSOR PLEDGE SHEET
WALK
for the
animals
Non-Profit Org.
U.S. Postage
Augusta S.P.C.A. Critter Chronicle
P.O. Box 2014
Staunton, VA 24402-2014
PA I D
Harrisonburg, VA
Permit No. 75
Augusta Regional S.P.C.A.
Shelter Hours
Tuesday - Thursday
1:00p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Who will
you walk for?
Friday - Saturday
12:00p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Sunday
1:00p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Phone: (540) 885-7722
Email: augustaspca@comcast.net
Website:
www.augustaregionalspca.org
Calendar of Events
Pets in the Park!
Walk for the Animals on
Saturday, September 26th at:
Cause for Paws .............September 19, 2015
Pets in the Park............. September 26, 2015