Fall 2006 Newsletter - Heart of the Catskills Humane Society

the
Shelter Scoop
Volume 8 Issue 1
Spring - Fall 2006
IN THIS ISSUE
Woman of the Year................1
Spotlight on Staff..................2
Barking Books Program............2
ExtraOrdinary Volunteers.........3
Happy Tails..........................4
Spring Dance........................5
Messages/Thank You...............5
Shelter Cats & Kittens.............6
Caring Kids..........................6
Rummage Sale......................7
Holiday for the Heart..............7
Canine Good Citizens..............8
Foster Homes ......................9
Senior Pals . ........................9
Dog Walk 2006 ............... 10-11
Shelter News Blurbs ............ 12
E-Tails ............................. 13
In Memory/Honor Of......... 14-15
Upcoming Events................. 16
HCHS Services.................... 16
Director, Shelter Operations
Deb Crute, LVT, BA
STAFF
Supervisors, Beth Utter, LVT and
Cheryl Dietzman
Jamie All, Kate Capriolo, Paula Drumm,
Kenny Fass, Michelle Klimm, Alex Kreckel,
Kim LaMonte, Joel Schermerhorn,
Amanda Schwab, Judy Sidorowicz, Elaine
Stefanelli, Denise Usher and Laura Wright
Board of Directors
Ann Lukin, President
Ann Rayment,Vice President
Brent Truitt, Treasurer
Nancy Thomson, Secretary
Lynne Attanasso, David Brower, Joanne
Callahan, Nicole Franzese, Barbara
Geywits, Cathy Karlin, Laura O’Connor,
Steve Rayment and Jennifer Truitt
Newsletter Committee
Deb Crute, Kenny Fass, Barbara Kaplan,
Ann Lukin, Dawn Norwood, Jennifer
Truitt, Jamie Vogler
Contributors: Tara Collins, Jan Newcomer, Beth Utter, Laura Wright
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Copyright 2006 Heart of the Catskills Humane Society
P.O. Box 88, Delhi, NY 13753 ~ (607) 746-3080
e-mail: info@heartofthecatskills.org
website: www.heartofthecatskills.org
Deb Crute Woman of the Year
How many animal shelters can boast that their Director of
Shelter Operations is the Woman of the Year? Well, we can!
Deb Crute was selected by The Delhi Business and Professional
Women’s Organization to receive the “2006 Woman of the Year” award.
This year, Deb was honored at a dinner for her
outstanding work in the
shelter and in the community. The organization’s
leaders, Andrea Campbell
and Karen Marshfield,
presented the award. Ms.
Marshfield described Deb
as “an animal’s best friend
and advocate.” She also
noted that, “for the past 6
years the shelter has flourished under the management of this exuberant,
high energy young woman.
She is the universal being that the staff, volunteers and board of directors revolve around and gravitate to, knowing that they can count on her
whatever the situation.”
Deb has initiated and promoted many of the shelters programs such
as Humane Education, Senior Pals, Micro-chipping, Foster Home and
most recently the Barking Books Reading Program. She was the energy
behind several successful fundraisers i.e. Adopt-a-Cage, Monthly Giving, our Annual Woofs n’ Wags Dog Walk and Fair and the newest one,
Holiday for the Heart. And that is just the tip of the iceberg!
Deb, Woman of the Year! Wow, how purr-fect is that? We are so proud
of you! Congratulations and thank you from all of us whose lives you
have touched so deeply and especially from the shelter cats and dogs
who love you.
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spotlight on our staff
D
enise Usher started volunteering at the humane society while
attending SUNY’s Veterinary Science Technology program in 1998.
She moved to Delhi from Beacon, NY after working in the field of human
healthcare for 21 years and becoming a certified nursing assistant (CNA).
Denise’s deep love of cats inspired her to volunteer at Mid-Hudson Animal
Aid in Beacon, which led her to pursue her real passion and enroll as a parttime student at SUNY Delhi to become a licensed veterinary technician.
Denise joined our shelter team as a part-time animal care assistant in the
Denise Usher and Furry Friends!
fall of 2004. She amazingly juggles working full-time as a CNA and is also
incredibly dependable and reliable as one of our animal care staff! But even after we hired her, Denise never stopped
volunteering. Off the clock, Denise regularly comes into the humane society to spend extra time with the shy and timid
cats, and to clean and organize supplies. She shares her home with 4 wonderful cats and enjoys reading, crocheting and
cooking (she makes the best lasagna in the world!). Her sincere love of animals and true dedication is another reason why
there’s so much “heart” at the Heart of the Catskills Humane Society!
Barking Books Reading program
HCHS is pleased to announce the addition of a new program called “Barking Books” to our humane education school curriculum which is based on the national Reading Education Assistance Dogs Program. Through this program, we encourage and enhance children’s love of reading by having them read to qualified dogs. Research based on the national Reading
Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D) therapy dog program shows that when children read to a dog instead of humans,
they forget about being nervous or self-conscious, and start to relax without worrying about making mistakes or looking
dumb. Children begin to enjoy the reading experience, show improvement in their reading skills and look forward to their
next session.
HCHS started Barking Books a year ago at Delaware Academy Elementary School. Each week, selected children spend
30 minutes practicing their reading skills with a Barking Books qualified dog and handler. The child and dog sit together
on the floor with a big pillow and bean bag. Animal-themed books are most often chosen as this encourages discussion
and learning opportunities about responsible pet care, animal behavior and empathy between the child and the dog’s
handler. As the national R.E.A.D program finds, “a lot of the magic in this program
revolves around letting the child focus on the dog. When s/he thinks s/he’s helping
the dog understand the words and the story through the handler, the child gets the
empowering feeling of being the helper and teacher—rather than having the whole
experience focus on the child’s lack of skill. This critical shift in focus makes an
incredible difference in the flow of the child’s learning processes. It’s much more fun
to read with a friend who listens attentively and does not judge, than to read for your
teacher or in front of your peers.”
Ladybug & Reading Tutor Sandy Russell
Barking Books has been successful and we hope to expand the program as more
schools participate and qualified dogs and handlers become available. For more
information, contact Deb Crute, Director of Shelter Operations at (607) 746-3080
or email info@heartofthecatskills.org.
Heart of the Catskills Humane Society
EXTRAORDINARY VOLUNTEERS
This past New Year, my partner John Schulman and I paid a visit to what we think is the greatest shelter ever. Having moved to Los Angeles last spring, we wanted it to be our first stop when we came home. When we arrived, we
noticed that the shelter was full, so we decided we could at least foster a dog for the ten days we would be home.
Walking past the outdoor pens, a chorus of dogs greeted me. My last stop was the kennel near the walking trail. It
was then I spotted Barney.
Barney stood back, his head cocked with the sweetest of smiles and a tail that told me, “It’s nice to see you.” In my
heart I knew it was a match. I also knew I didn’t want Barney as a short-term foster, I wanted him to be a forever
friend - but with five other dogs in LA, I was positive my partner wouldn’t go for it. So I resigned myself to the fact
that we would do a good thing and foster him for the week. To make a long story short, I was completely wrong
about John. The day before Barney was to return to the shelter, John announced we would be sending for Barney
after our return to California.
Barney arrived last month on a flight from, Newark to LAX
non-stop. Waiting for him with our hearts in our throats, we
prayed that he would not be too traumatized by the flight.
To our relief, we were greeted with the same cocked head,
the same “dopey smile,” the same Barney we left two weeks
before. He stood between us wagging his tail with delight as
we made the drive home, where he was greeted by his new
siblings Jack, Luka, Shamus, Tucker and Max. To our amazement, he was accepted immediately into the pack.
Scott Finley, John Schulman & family
Barney is living the life I wish for all the dogs and cats at the shelter. Every morning, we load up the car and we’re
off to Laurel Canyon Dog Park for two hours, where the “kids,” as we call them, meet up with their friends and rub
an occasional elbow with a celebrity’s dog (Ben Stiller’s and Annette Benning’s to name a couple). Then it’s back
home where Barney has the run of the house. His favorite place is to lie on the tiles out at the pool and soak up the
warmth of our Southern California sun. Ruff life, huh?
Barney is both a blessing and a joy to us, as are the Heart of the Catskills Humane Society, Deb Crute, the amazing
Staff and its Board of Directors. To those of you reading the Shelter Scoop for the first time and maybe considering
volunteering either your time or money, I urge you to do so and as soon as possible. At the very least, foster a dog
for a while. It’s my wish for you that you will be “ AS BIG A SUCKER AS WE WERE!” It will be a gift to yourself that will last a lifetime!
Sincerely,
B. Scott Finley
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Scott Finley and John Schulman are past Directors of our board. To coincide with the Spring Dance they held their own “West Coast Spring Dance Party” and helped raise $1,935.
“Barney, California Dream’n”
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Happy Tails
Here are just a few of the
wonderful tales about pets
who, because of your
support, have now found
their forever homes...
PUMPKIN
SASHA
Who says seniors have little to offer?
Not us! 14-years-young Sasha has filled a
void in our lives. He is a constant playful
companion who puts a smile on our faces
everyday. Family and friends lovingly regale
stories about Sasha’s entertaining nature.
We will always be grateful Sasha adopted us.
~ The Benedicts.
Pumpkin has been a perfect fit for our
family. He took an airplane ride in stride,
under my seat and on my lap in his carryon, to Chicago. He met our other dogs and
has gotten along great with all of them. His
great disposition and gentle nature have
endeared him to our entire family. When
the grandkids come, he’s the first one they
look for. They love to snuggle with him
and rock him on their laps in the rocking
chair. He definitely has a forever home and
a forever place in our hearts. We are so
grateful to Heart of the Catskills for making
it possible for us to adopt him, and our
other pups, and for the wonderful work
that you do.
~ Dick and Elaine Lincourt
PANDA
Panda is adjusting well to his new home and
is being accepted by Maye (a former shelter
resident). Both Maye and Panda are on the
Invisible Fence system so that they can enjoy
their 4.5 acres of playground. Panda is a
wonderful addition to our family.
Thank you to all the staff at the shelter for
their assistance in Panda’s adoption.
~ Sincerely, Dan Hutchby
BAILEY
Bailey is such a tremendous joy to everyone who meets him. He was great visiting
Grampy in the nursing home, and everyone
there loved when he came prancing down
the halls. He would pop his head into the
rooms of all the people he had met on the
way to say “Hi.” Bailey has often expressed
his concern as to what our family would be
like right now had the staff at the shelter
not sent him home with us. What would
we have done without him? He has a big
responsibility here keeping us all in line
but he does an excellent job. He found us
a bit troublesome to train, but he was very
patient and now seems to be pleased with
our performance, (most of the time) He is
so kind, gentle and loveable, we have truly
been blessed. Thank you again for allowing
Bailey to come and direct our family.
~ Andrea Adler, Falmouth, ME
NASCAR & PANCAKES
Nascar (aka Frankie) and Pancakes (aka
Jeter) recently joined my feline family of
four (two of which came from HCHS a few
years ago). It’s hard to believe that it took
so long for them to find their forever home
(a year or more!), because they’re such affectionate kitties. Nascar did such an audition, complete with meowing, purring and
licking, that I couldn’t resist. Pancakes was
so sweet and wistful that I had to give him
a home also. It took only a few days before
they were assimilated, and now all six cats
are friends. Playtime is very amusing!!
~ Bobbie Hodges
Heart of the Catskills Humane Society
TIPPIE
While Tippie has an abnormal front leg, it
doesn’t stop her from getting around! She
was at first scared, but has established her
independence and is never hesitant to follow
me around, sleep with me, and offer lots of
sugars. Our family of a dozen cats gives me
more love and laughs than I can express.
Adoption from the shelter is rewarding, but
adopting a cat with a disability is a blessing.
-Betty Brevard
spring dance 2006
There was no fooling around when the Heart of the Catskills Humane Society held their 7th Annual Spring Dance and Auction on April Fool’s Day at the beautiful Hanah Mountain Resort and Country Club. Over 180 people attended this ever
growing popular event to help our community’s homeless, unwanted and sometimes abused dogs and cats.
After the social hour and everyone was seated for dinner, Steve Rayment, a Director on the Board, and emcee for the
evening, spoke about the work the Society does to help our community. Mr. Rayment emphasized “We care for and help
over a 1,000 dogs and cats a year. There are over 225 animals cared for daily. There are several programs in place to help
people and pets (such as our Humane Education, Barking Book Literacy, Foster Programs and Spay and Neuter Low Cost
Certificates). As a not for profit we must raise the $1,100 a day it takes to operate the shelter from generous individuals
like you.”
A special guest, Kathleen Mami Moore, Chief of Staff for Assemblyman Clifford W. Crouch 107th District, made a moving speech as she presented a Citation of Recognition to the Society.
As the evening progressed, and dancing to the Blues Maneuver was well under way, feverish bidding on the Silent Auction ended (over 300 incredible items and services were donated by businesses and individuals) and the Live Auction
began! Dennis Metnick, attorney turned auctioneer extraordinaire, had the crowd roaring in laughter as he enticed the
bidders to dig deeper into their pockets. The “Six Pack,” Kenny Fass, Eddie Callahan, Mark Lukin, Ed O’Connor, Steve
Rayment and Brent Truitt, each offering 8 hours of labor, brought in the highest bid at $1,100, followed by the Catskill
Cuisine Poster, Yankee tickets, The Daily Show tickets, a stay in NYC with tickets to Hairspray, and Tommy Tune posters.
Phillip the Mouse, the shelter’s traveling ambassador, was won by Brent and Jen Truitt and has already started this year’s
adventure with a day of rock climbing!
In closing, Ann Rayment, Committee Chairperson and Vice President, stated “We have the most amazing group of people!!! Thank you to all of you for your hard work and support. The items that were donated this year were incredible and
the attendance was the best ever.” She continued by thanking her committee, Co-Chairperson Joanne Callahan, Laura
O’Connor and Ann Lukin and with a special thank you to volunteers Nancy Thomson, Jennifer Truitt, Dale Trethaway,
Rebecca Welz and Christal Vogler.
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Thank You...
A special thank
you to Karen Harris
& Roger Williams
for the “pawsome”
new copy machine
they donated to the
humane society
which has made our
adminstrative work
so much easier and
enjoyable!
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www.heartofthecatskills.org shelter cats and kittens
Kitten season has been upon us, and regardless of how much care our cats and kittens receive
at the shelter, some will get sick. The fact is, a shelter setting is very stressful for cats and
kittens, who treasure routine and personal space. More stress means a compromised immune
system, which in turn leads to viruses like feline upper respiratory infection (URI). Cats
most susceptible to URI are older cats, outdoor cats, stressed cats, and especially young
kittens. Kittens that get sick while at the shelter can end up having what we call “chronic
URI,” and will always have mild recurring or constant symptoms such as runny eyes or
sneezing. These conditions are often misunderstood and assumed to be more of a problem than
they have to be.
Chronic symptoms are caused by viruses that are rarely contagious to other properly vaccinated, healthy cats. These
chronic symptoms also do not usually respond to medication. Secondary bacterial infections can result from a weakened
immune system, and those can be contagious but can be treated with medication.
These infections cannot be spread to your dogs as they are species-specific.
What is important to remember for these cats is the stress factor! A move, a trip to the
vet, getting spayed/neutered, or introducing a new animal into the family can cause
symptoms like runny eyes or sneezing. This doesn’t make the cat an undesirable companion anymore than people who suffer from allergies. In fact, being in a loving home
with reduced stress and no medication is often enough to keep chronic cats happy and
as healthy as they can be. This is why foster care and volunteers are so important
to our shelter cats and kittens.
Getting young kittens out of the shelter into a foster home before they get sick is one
way to prevent chronic conditions. There are also many ways we try to reduce stress
at the shelter such as avoiding overcrowding, keeping things very clean, giving cats blankets and toys, and bringing in
wonderful volunteers to brush, hold and give our cats lots of love. All of these things are important for a cat’s physical,
mental and emotional well-being. It is especially hard for our staff to watch a cat or kitten grow, fight to stay healthy and
happy, and finally get a home – just to be returned because of sneezing or a runny eye. Returning a kitten or
cat may not always be avoidable, but we hope that a better understanding of chronic URI will
help you see these wonderful, loving and worthy companions in a new light. What they need
most for their health and happiness is you, your home, and the time to adjust to being a new
member of your family! Happy Adopting!
THE CARING KIDS OF TROOP 382
On February 10, 2006 our humane society received the following letter:
Dear Humane Society,
In the past, girls from our Troop #382 have volunteered to walk the dogs at your shelter. We all enjoyed that experience!
Due to the girls getting older and having other commitments (school, sports & family), to our disappointment our Troop
is disbanding. Over the years, the girls have accumulated a little bit of money in our Troop account. We decided that we
want to donate our monies to the shelter. This was discussed and everyone (parents & girls) totally agreed on this. We
know that it will be put to good use in our community. And we do plan to come to the shelter and walk dogs in the future
again! Thank you!
Sincerely,
Delhi Girl Scout Troop #382
Note: These amazing girls sent a check for $918.17 to the humane society (not a “little bit” at all!). Their hard-earned money will
be used to feed, vaccinate, and care for the 1,100+ cats and dogs we take in every year! And we look forward to future times when
we’ll see them walking our shelter dogs again.
Heart of the Catskills Humane Society
Rummaging around
Some people think spotting a robin in their backyards is the first sign of
spring, but we know the truth - the 6th Annual Paws for a Cause Rummage
& Bake Sale is the true sign that spring is just around the corner! This
year’s sale brought hundreds of shoppers to the United Ministry Church
Hall in Delhi on Saturday, March 11th, 2006, where tables overflowed with
linens, toys, dishes, glassware, stuffed animals, Christmas decorations,
candles, pots, pans, appliances, jewelry, tools and thousands of other items.
Anyone with a sweet tooth had no problem finding something at the bake
sale. Local bakers supplied homemade pies, cakes, brownies, cupcakes,
cookies, and even some granola mixes. Dusty Gray, a handsome and serene
two-year-old male cat, took time from his busy life at the Shelter to oversee
Molly, the raffle diva
the day’s events and brought warm smiles and nods
of admiration from all who saw him. Several SUNY Delhi students joined forces with volunteers to help wrap purchases,
carry boxes and bags to customers’ cars, pack up the “leftovers” and clean up the church hall at the end of the day. Thanks
to all the volunteers who helped make this day a huge success, with a special thanks to our two youngest volunteers,
twelve-year-old Nick DiDominicus who helped run the bake sale, and ten-year-old Molly Karlin, who smiled her way into
everyone’s pocket for quilt raffle tickets.
Holiday for the Heart
It’s hard to say how ideas are born. Sometimes they just transpire.
Sometimes they are inspired. At other times, hard work and research
come into play. At any rate, great ideas are what we rely on to make
things happen. In true “Heart of the Catskills” fashion, great ideas are
born frequently, with willing volunteers eagerly waiting to see how they
can pitch in. This year was no exception.
Laura Meres and Bob Peet, fabulous and “paw-some” volunteers, came
to us with a truly special idea. “Let’s share the love we have for animals
with the love we celebrate for the holiday season.” Brilliant! And it
worked, “Purr-fectly!” A committee gathered, and soon the “Holiday
for the Heart” event began.
The Delaware County Historical Association was the perfect location for the event.
Twenty individual artificial trees were gathered and each tree was sponsored by various
individuals, organizations, businesses and community groups. The day before the event,
the trees were set up and displayed together-- each with its own unique theme to create a
“winter wonderland” of beautifully decorated trees. Visitors eagerly browsed through the
aisles of the “forest,” buying tickets in hopes of winning the tree of choice. Live holiday
musical entertainment complemented the day-long event, and our “Beastie Boutique” set
up shop for some holiday shopping. A bake sale, photos with Santa and star shelter cats
available for adoption added to the festive spirit. It was truly a spectacular gathering for
a spectacular cause.
Joanne Callahan & Tara Collins
Our thanks to the many volunteers who made this event possible. The efforts of so many volunteers, along with the creative assistance from our tree decorators, gave everyone the opportunity to come together and support the “little shelter
with the big heart,” all the while basking in the glorious holiday setting around them.
DON’T MISS THIS YEARS HOLIDAY EVENT!!! SAVE THE DATE - DECEMBER 2nd 2006
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canine good citizens
In 2005, two intermediate-level dog training classes given by HCHS and Animal Haven Acres concluded with a
Canine Good Citizen test for owners and their dogs who
had previously completed the basic-level class.
What is CGC?
The Canine Good Citizen, (CGC) is an award given by the AKC to honor
dogs who have passed each of 10 tests demonstrating their ability to
behave and be reliable members of their families and communities. Additionally, it helps teach responsible dog ownership and enhances public perception of dogs. The CGC award is not a permanent AKC title like “Champion.” In fact it is
recommended that dogs awarded CGC as puppies be retested as adults, and that any dog be retested 2 years later to ensure
that they maintain appropriate behavior. Unlike regular AKC competition, dogs of mixed parentage, puppies under 6
months old, and dogs with disabilities are welcome to participate.
What are the advantages of having a CGC award?
For anyone interested in having her dog become a registered therapy dog, the CGC
test is frequently a first step along that path. Some motels and hotels are more
likely to welcome a CGC dog than other dogs. Additionally, for people with socalled “dangerous” breeds who are trying to buy home owner’s insurance, having
a dog with an obedience title or a CGC award may help convince the company that
they are an acceptable risk. And, of course, there is always the pride factor-many
owners proudly frame their dog’s CGC certificate!
The Test
Dogs are examined on the neatness of their appearance and tested for quietly allowing a stranger to pet and groom them. Dogs must demonstrate their ability to
walk politely on leash not only alone with their owner, but also in the presence of
other people and when passing another dog and owner. They are tested for a calm reaction to sound and visual distractions. Additionally, they are tested for their ability to sit, down and come for their owner as well as the ability to stay
quietly with a stranger while the owner leaves their sight for three minutes. None of these exercises requires the high level
of precision that obtaining AKC obedience titles do, and positive interaction
between dogs and their owners is encouraged.
And Announcing Our Award Winners…
In the 2005 intermediate-level/CGC courses taught by Jan Newcomer, CPDT and
Karen Miller, CPDT , the following dogs and their owners passed the CGC test:
Dog Stormy and Rosemarie Hale, Dog Henry and Lillian Mathison, Dog Nova
and Erica Nance, CPDT, Dogs Irie and Jasmine with Beverly Travis, and Dog
Zoe with Kip Wilson.
Congratulations everyone!
MISSION STATEMENT
HCHS’s mission is to act as a protective association primarily in the care and disposition of lost, strayed or homeless dogs and cats, and as
incident thereto, shall maintain shelter for such animals and operate the same. The Corporation shall promote and advance humane and
protective care and treatment of animals by positive community interaction through education, spay/neuter programs and other activities that
enable people of all ages and in all circumstances to enjoy animal companionship.
Your contribution to HCHS, a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization, is tax-deductible and goes entirely toward helping homeless dogs and cats.
Heart of the Catskills Humane Society
Finding Fabulous Foster Homes
Maybe you have an extra room in your home and haven’t decided whether
to make it into an office or a study. Maybe you recently lost a beloved pet
and aren’t ready to adopt a new friend yet. Maybe you’d like the companionship of a pet, but feel you can’t make a lifetime commitment to one just
now. Maybe YOU are the perfect candidate to be a foster parent for one of
the many dogs or cats at the Heart of the Catskills Humane Society!
Fostering is a wonderful way to temporarily care for shelter animals while
they are waiting for their forever home. Every spring, as the warmer weather sets in, mother cats and their newborns are
surrendered to the shelter, along with special needs dogs that just don’t seem to adjust to a kennel setting very well. As
a foster family, you can help socialize these wonderful pets, free up space at the Shelter for others, and at the same time
fulfill your own desire to care for homeless dogs and cats without making a lifelong commitment to one animal.
Read about one long-term foster family’s experience…Dennis and Faye have loved and had cats throughout their lives.
When they learned that foster homes were needed for mama cats and their kittens, they immediately volunteered. Not only
does this allow the kittens to build up their immunity against disease, but they get socialization with people and other cats
and dogs, rounding them out to be adoptable, loving pets.
Dennis and Faye say the work is minimal — daily cleaning the litter and providing food and
fresh water—and the cost is nil since the Humane Society provides everything for their care.
BUT the rewards are huge and last forever. Their home life is enhanced as they watch their
fosters mature from babies to vibrant and playful pets with their own personalities They also
gain pleasure from watching the mama cats, so devoted to their kittens yet willing to share
them with their foster parents.
After fostering 9 mama cats and close to 40 kittens, and caring for their own ten cats, two
dogs and two horses, Dennis and Faye say their home should be called the “Boot, Hoof’n
Paw Prints Ranch.” And now they’re ready to open their hearts and home again to new
fosters as the kitten season is about to begin!
If you are interested in fostering, call 607-746-3080
SENIOR PALS ARE THE bEST!
“Senior Pals are the best” according to Eleanor Reed, a very active retired music teacher
who just adopted 8 year old Nicki through our Senior Pals Program. “Tell more people
this program is great – you can adopt a wonderful pet without having to pay a cent!
They’re already vaccinated and bring their supplies with them.” Eleanor adopted Nicki
as a companion for her other dog, Cash, when his canine buddy recently passed away. “I
saw Nicki and thought, ‘I haven’t had a smaller dog’ and Nicki had lots of life in him and
looked like he’d be fun.” She certainly made the right choice because Nicki and Cash hit
it off immediately. “They’re best friends already.”
Eleanor happily tells the pleasures of having Nicki in her home, along with Cash and her 3 cats. “Nicki is very smart,”
she informed us. Nicki and Cash ride in the car with Eleanor every day as she delivers flowers or just takes them for a
ride. “My dogs have to learn to ride even if they don’t like it at first,” she says. “I’m active and always on the go.” Luckily, both Nicki and Cash love to ride. “Many older people think dogs tie them down; I say they only do if you want them
to.” They obviously don’t slow down this extraordinary lady, but do add lots of fun and joy to her life. At times when you
can’t make traveling convenient for your dogs, you can occasionally board them or have a pet sitter come to your home.
And if walking a dog is impossible for you, there are plenty of senior cats at the shelter longing for a quiet home to share!
Take Eleanor’s word, “Senior Pals are great—and they’re easier than training a puppy (or kitten!).” To find out about our
Senior Pals Program, call 607-746-3080.
www.heartofthecatskills.org dog walk 2006
Canine competitors and their
guardians went for gold on
Saturday, September 9th, at the 4th
Annual Woofs n’ Wags Dog Walk
and Fair. In keeping with current
events, the Heart of the Catskills
Humane Society (HCHS) hosted
The Doggie Olympics at the animal
shelter’s premier fundraising event.
The event was held at the American
Legion Field in Delhi, and there
were demonstrations, food,
contests, vendors, and raffles. This
event celebrated the joys of pet
companionship in our community.
In addition, we spotlighted our
incredibly adoptable dogs and cats
while raising funds for the shelter.
This year, our new attraction for cat
lovers was our Feline Tent which
showcased adoptable cats and kittens
and displayed our beautiful feline furrtography contest poster boards created
by shelter staff member, Laura Wright,
which was a huge hit. The funds raised
at this year’s event helped to cover the
shelter’s daily operational costs which
top $1,100 a day. Super SUNY Student Volunteers
The Dog Walk officially began with
shelter staff, dog and board member
introductions by emcee Tara Collins.
These shelter dogs and their handlers
led the way down the quarter-mile
path circling the American Legion
Field. From there, dogs and their
guardians were encouraged to have
a doggone good time experimenting
with the obstacle course, grabbing a bite
to eat at the Paws Café and bake sale or
shopping at the Beastie Boutique.
The Doggie Olympics, led by Joanne
Callahan was new this year and ended
up attracting a huge audience and
many teams of competitors with their
dogs. Everyone wanted to win the
gold in the 3 events which included
Sprint with Pup; Team-of-Two-Passthe-Dog Relay Race and Musical Sits
& Downs. It was great to see Spot,
our very own shelter dog, win the gold
medal for Musical Sits & Downs.
Don Ackerman, from Guiding Eyes
for the Blind (GEB), joined by his
retired dog, gave an inspiring presentation about raising service puppies. Last year alone, GEB volunteers
raised 205 puppies. After 15 months,
the dogs are tested and graduate, either
guiding disabled people nationwide or
breeding future guide dogs. Anyone
interested in learning more about Guiding Eyes for the Blind can go to their
website, www.cdc.guidingeyes.org.
The Department of Environmental
Protection (DEP) K-9 unit was back
by popular demand. The officers
Doug Disciullo and Kelly Kilpatrick
and their dogs Argus and Brix demonstrated both with verbal and hand
commands, a drug search and suspect
apprehension.
Also new this year was a pet wellness seminar, “The Health Benefits of
Having a Pet.” “There is no denying
the connection between pet and owner
in relation to what they eat, drink and
10 Heart of the Catskills Humane Society
The bleachers were filled!
do,” says Kingston-based Holistic
Health Counselor, Julie Barone. “As
caregivers and companions, we owe
our best friends a healthy environment
and lifestyle so we can share longer,
happier lives together.” Barone, a
whole-foods nutrition and lifestyle
consultant, provides pet owner consultations dealing in pet safety, animal
communication, and holistic pet care.
Once again we were lucky as the
weather held out for us and at 2 p.m.
just when the day was over, the skies
opened up and it began to downpour.
The breakdown went much faster than
usual which made all of the volunteers
happy. This event is made possible
because of the contributions of over 31
sponsors/businesses. A special thank
you is extended to the “Sittin’ Pretty”
Sponsors, Coldwell Banker Timberland Properties, Joel Canfield’s Backyard Enterprises, Frank Lumia Real
Estate Plus!, B&B Construction, Alta
Log Homes, Delaware National Bank,
Farmer Brown’s Barns, the amazing
student volunteers from SUNY Delhi
and of course, all of you who walked
and raised money for our areas homeless pets. Without all of you, this
would never have been the best dog
walk yet!
Schnoz and Rain in Musical Sits
dog walk 2006 Sponsors!
sittin’ pretty
sponsors
B&B
Construction
Lorrayne and John Bolger
Railroad Avenue - PO Box 68
Roxbury, NY 607-326-4957
Farmer Brown’s
Barns
2331 State Highway 28
S Franklin NY 607-829-6996
American
Legion
Legion Field Delhi, NY 607-746-3036
woofs sponsors
Catmando Designs - Margaretville
LL Dog Fencing - Oneonta
Ron Guichard Realty - Andes
wags sponsors
Audi & Volkswagen of Oneonta
Clark Companies - Delhi
Delhi Motor Co., Inc.
Delhi Telephone Company
Invisible Fence of Central New York
& Albany Region
Margaretville Telephone Company
National Bank of Delaware County – Walton
Quarltere’s Garden & Market Place – Roxbury
Ray’s Fine Wines - Delhi
Tyco Healthcare/Mallinckrodt – Hobart
Binnekill Square Restaurant - Margaretville
LaFever Excavating, Inc. – Bovina
Miller’s Pharmacy – Margaretville
Now & Then Video - Margaretville
C & M Landscaping & Excavating – Oneonta
Delhi Critter Sitter
Grand Gorge Animal Hospital
Gruver, Zweifel & Scott, LLP – Oneonta
Margaretville Liquor Store
Uncle Alan’s Antiques & Oddities - Delhi
Wilber National Bank – Delhi
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Shelter news blurbs
happy days
for hchs pets
To walk into Tracey Mattice’s restaurant, SUNDAE’s in Grand Gorge
is like walking on the set of “Happy
Days”…very cool. Tracey’s enthusiasm for helping animals is MORE
than cool, it is infectious! Tracey, with
the help of her friend Vicky Rutherford, held a fundraiser and adoption
clinic to help the homeless pets at
HCHS. For two months they “beat
the pavement” promoting the event
and collecting donations of money and
items. When the dust settled, Tracey
presented the shelter with over $1,300
and 2 van loads of needed items. But
most important, a lab mix named Bear
found a great forever home and several
people from Grand Gorge have visited
the shelter looking for a furry friend to
join their family. Tracey and Vicky,
you ROCK and ROLL!!
So, What’s
Your Sign?
After recently undergoing many
changes at the shelter; a new name and
logo, a new web-site and new additions, shelter members Jean Henderson
and Santo Cambareri, along with Jennifer and Brent Truitt, thought it was
time to replace our shelter’s outdated
road sign. These great supporters
along with Clarice Harper (Florida)
and Carol Spinelli, generously donated
the funds to replace the sign on the
road and to add a sign on our building. Laura O’Connor, Ann Lukin and
Jennifer worked with the designer
at Timely Signs in Kingston to create both eye catching signs. There
is no way you can drive by and miss
the welcoming cat and dog showing
you the way to HCHS! Word has it
that more visitors are dropping in and
adopting our homeless cats and dogs
because of our appealing signs! A
heartfelt thank you from all of us!
Jennifer Truitt & Bear at Happy Days
Thank you!
the rembrandts
of the kennels
Domenick Fucci’s calendar is always
full and he has a long list of people
waiting for him to paint the interior
of their homes. So what a gift it was
when he offered to donate his time and
services to paint the shelter’s indoor
dog kennels! With a hardworking
team of volunteers, Deb Crute, Kenny
Fass, Ellen Giambalvo, Tara Collins,
Barb Geywits, Carl Merena, Mark
and Ann Lukin, Linda & Harry McCartney, Marcy Elkin, Ann & Steve
Rayment, Jen & Brent Truitt, Bob
Guerrazzi and Delhi Paint & Paper, the
kennels were “professionally” painted
a two-tone meadow and spruce green.
Chosen by the staff, the new colors really show off the dogs best profiles. As
a special surprise, Domenick’s daughter, Amanda (the shelter princess),
joined the crew to help even though
her wedding was only a week away!
A most wonderful tribute
Arlene Tanney wanted to do something very special to memorialize her
friends, Cheryl and Fred Sherman’s beloved dog Bruno. Bruno was the
Sherman’s loving companion for thirteen years and he truly touched Arlene’s
heart as well. The beautiful new planters and window boxes filled with flowers,
pavers and wonderful park bench in the front of the shelter were all donated
in Bruno’s memory. The plaque reads: “This garden is dedicated to Bruno, ‘A
Handsome Fellow.’ Loved by Fred and Cheryl Sherman. Here, loving new and
old memories intermingle.” We know Bruno’s tail is wagging knowing that
the homeless dogs and cats temporary home was made more beautiful in his
name. Thank you Arlene!
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Shelter with new sign and planters!
a funraising event
at the cantina
Ole`, Ole`….Tom Joyce and Deborah Schneider held a
high energy fiesta for furry friends at their beautiful
Mexican restaurant, CANTINA, in Andes. There was an abundance of great
food, unbelievable people (some in Mexican garb) and non-stop dancing to lots
of exciting tunes by DJ “Tito!” Tom kept the tables full of Mexican fare all
night and Deb kept everyone dancing. They were fabulous hosts who generously donated their proceeds to help the homeless pets at HCHS to a tune of
$3,000…Muchos Gracias Amigos!!!
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new
E-Tails
Every once in a while you have an experience with your pet that’s
worth sharing. We hope you’ll enjoy the latest addition to the
Scoop and email us your favorite pet tale to info@heartofthecatskills.org. Maybe you’ll see it in the next newsletter or on our
website. Please note that we have the right to edit and publish.
Carl’s E-Tail
I took Jaz, our dear stray adopted dog, for a walk up above the house today.
The area is quite wooded and thick. I am about 200 yards above the house and
Jaz, as usual, is somewhere ahead of me checking things out. All of a sudden I
hear some weird noises, more of a commotion like I can’t ever remember hearing before. Then I see something black running up the hill through the brush. I
figure it is Jaz. Then I see two black shapes running up the hill with Jaz chasing
them. Instantly, I realize that she is chasing two bear cubs and I am freaking out.
Screaming at the top of my lungs (lucky I didn’t damage something) for her to
come back, hoping she will listen (which would be rare), and stop the chase.
The next thing I know, about fifty yards up the hill I see Jaz running at top speed
down the hill. She has listened. This always makes the dog’s human happy. Momentarily I am ecstatic and relieved. Then instantly, the ecstasy fades… for right
on her heels is a very angry momma bear. Now where do you think my terrified
dog is running? Right back to big daddy who probably thinks I am some kind
of sanctuary. Honest, and this is not one iota of exaggeration, Jaz goes barreling somewhere past me and that bear is plummeting down the hill at supersonic
speed right at ME. I have to tell you that in what seemed like nanoseconds, a
number of thoughts went through my head.
What can I do?
Do you lie down or fight?
Will it hit me and maul me?
Is this going to hurt?
What do you do when a black bear attacks you?
Will it just hit me and continue on?
Will it just eat me?
This is a big **** animal!
New Monthly
Giving Program
Heart of the Catskills has a
new way for our supporters
to show their heart and help
us give shelter to our homeless animals. A year ago,
we launched a new monthly
giving program that gives
you a convenient way to
donate each month by using
your credit card or checking account. These monthly
contributions help to provide
ongoing care for the animals
and support the programs
of the Heart of the Catskills
Humane Society. It’s easy to
sign up for this program using our new monthly giving
enrollment form, and contributions can be canceled at
any time simply by notifying
HCHS. If you’re interested in
becoming one of our special
monthly contributors, please
check the box for monthly
giving on the enclosed return
envelope.
My dumb dog! And in the same instant that I thought all those thoughts, I raised
both arms, whistled as loud as I could and then yelled something which slips my
mind now as the whole thing left me shaking. And about ten feet from me, that
out of control bear must have come to her senses, for she screeched to a halt and
turned around and ran up the hill just as fast as she came down, probably now
realizing that she had been separated from her cubs.
I must say that you have never felt real relief until you have a teed off mother
bear charge right up to your face and then inexplicably leave you alone. I did
think this could be my end. I would wish this on no one. Well, maybe just......
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~ october 2005 - september 2006 ~
IN MEMORY OF...
John Aikens
By Kenneth Gill
Antoinette Golfetto Bassani
By Linda Dean
Edna Bishop
By Marilyn & Ernest Francis
Millie Boni
By Gabriel Kirch & Dale Hughes
Bill Bowser
By Anne & Harvey Slatin
Agnes Bullis
By Dave & Margaret Bullis
Philip Caswell
By Gerald & Dorothy Demorat
Gardner & Buhl CPA’s, PC
Kluane National Park
Thomas Korzelius
Ann & Mark Lukin
Ronald O. Morse
Sheila & Bob Stanton
Mr. & Mrs. Ray Stone
Catherine Wilbur
Neal & Donna Wixson
Denise Zarick
Stella Crosby
By Marilyn Crosby
Linda & William Houston
William & Teresa Voorhies
Louise De Myttenaere
By Joanne Westcott
Isaac Finkle
By Debbie Finkle-Stanton
Mac Fricano
By Janice Whittaker
April Gorsch
By Andrea Moore
Judy Sidorowicz
TS Pink Corporation
Antoinette Golfetto
By David & Barbara Elmore
Geneiveve Graham
By Rachel Couse
Deborah Domonkos (niece)
Katharine B. Hanor
Jim Heron
By Marcia & Brian Olenych
Ralph V. Huyck
By Timothy & Sarah Jane Clifford
Nicole Franzese
Valerie Stroughton
Carrie
Ruth Johnson
By Marion Gavett
Donald Jones
By Ira & Betty Hedges
Marion Jones
Sabine Koengeter &
Peter Kelsh
Aaron & Iris Kramer
Jeffrey & Pamela Kurkowski
Robert & Katherine March
Gordon & June Meagley
Miriam Sharick
Katherine & Bob Wickham
Lillian Kelly
By Deborah Domonkos
Nancy P. Ferguson
Margaret Merenberg
Philip Parsons
Dan Kissane
By James Heinegg &
Maureen Prince
Edward Lange
By Audrey Lange
Howard LaFever
By Dennis & Mary Anne West
Leona LaFever
By Theresa Ballard
Marlene Cammer
Sandra Cortright
Anthony & Norma Gabriel
Janet Gransbury
Lillian Hilson
Howard & Linda LaFever
Susan LaFever
Pat Morris
Marcia & Brian Olenych
Jennifer O’Neill & Elton Dise
Elaine Rodecki
Dorothy Ryder
Sherri & Ernie Tellan
South Kortright School ESP Association
Helen Tyrell
Wesley & Shirley Warren
Dennis & MaryAnne West
Mike Lee
By Dr. Sindy & Malcolm Becker
James Makemson
By German-American Club of Northern Catskills
Thomas & Francis Wander
Louise K. Maurer
By Paul & Linda DeAndrea
Framington Nissan
Agnes Miller
By Marshall D. MacNaught Jr.
Clyde Miller
By Marshall D. MacNaught Jr.
Delaware Academy
Douglas & Michelle McDonald
Jane & Ivan O’Dell
Georgia Miller
By Debbie Boynton
Townsend School Sunshine Committee
Della T. Morgan
By Directors, Supervisors and Secretaries @ AO Fox
Memorial Hospital
Ginny Ruhe
By Dr. Sindy & Malcolm Becker
William Rynack
By Donald & Peggy Kearney
Bruce Schoonmaker
By ONC BOCES – Innovative
Programs Staff, SCS
SGT. Henry Johnson, Youth
Leadership Academy
Carl Donald Schulz
By Leslie & Virginia Sanford
Mary Siciliano
By Margaret & Ronald Marsh
Margaret Sidorowicz
By John & Grace Allidi
Theresa Ballard
James & Judith Bauer
Sandra Cortright
Christopher Durso
Hazel Coyle
Janet Gransbury
Verne & Mary Jane Henderson
Pat Morris
Tom & Katherine O’Connell
Bette Shaw
Linda Sue & John Warner
South Kortright School ES Assn.
Kiley Stickeler
By Flip & Annette Archard
Bobbie Strickland
By Curves For Women - Oneonta
Richard Stocksieker
By Gabrielle Kirsch & Dale Hughes
Lori Sutton
By Anne Pratt Slatin
Chucky Utter
By Sydney & Barbara Utter
Al Vereb
By Herbert & Eleanor Pappky
Herman Wadler
By Dr. Sindy & Malcolm Becker
Robert Weber – beloved father of Volunteer Ellen Giambalvo
By Krislynn & Michael Dengler
Steven Dixon
Barb Geywits
Alan & Barb Kaplan
Linda & William Kulaski
Ann & Mark Lukin
Pamela Peters
Scott & Gail Purdy
IN HONOR OF...
John Allidi – Merry Christmas
By Grace Allidi
Lynne Attanasso – Merry Christmas
By Beth & Charles Goetz
William Beckman
By Fredricka Cranston
Red & Shirley Brower –
Merry Christmas
By Bonnie E. Goss-Colone
Deb Crute – Woman of the Year!
By Gail Rasmussen Purdy
Christopher Durham –
Merry Christmas
By Gerard Duffy
Sheila Guidera – Merry Christmas
By Rita Antilety
Meredith Hancock
By Heather Stevenson
Verne and Mary Jane Henderson
By Robert and Barbara Davidson
HCHS Staff & Volunteers –
Thank you for being there!!
By Rosemairie Tuefjer Hale
Kathy Ingalls and Jude Todd
By Monica & Joseph Tarantino
The Janoff Family
By Linda Wilson & H.L. Gidding
Carolyn Jenkinson
By Ray & Maureen Lindie
Gwen Kent – Merry Christmas
By Linda Wilson
Rena Kosevsky – Merry Christmas
By Richard Friedberg &
Elisabeth Searles
Kelsey Rae Little
By Margaret Maxwell
Ann & Mark Lukin –
Merry Christmas
By Susan Cassella
Mr. & Mrs. Marsh’s 50th Wedding
Anniversary
By Benson Agency
Jack & Nohmie Myers
By Jean Henderson &
Santo Cambareri
Dawn Norwood – for care of cat
By Linnea Goodwin Burnwood - Merry Christmas
Leslie Mokay
- Merry Christmas
Sharon Moyse - Thank you for taking care of our cat
Max Robin – Merry Christmas
By Richard Friedberg &
Elisabeth Searles
Tony Robin – Merry Christmas
By Richard Friedberg &
Elisabeth Searles
~ october 2005 - september 2006 ~
Sandy Russell – Happy Birthday
By Eleanor Goodnough
Mark Thompson & Mark Wolbert
By Polly G. DeMille
Brent & Jennifer, Haylee
(Alumni dog), Josie (cat),
Niner (cat) Truitt
By Joan H. Smith
Gerda Walling
– Happy 84th Birthday
By Marie Palko & John Schoomaker
Kelly Walsh – Happy Birthday
By Joy Archer
Frank & Deborah Lumia
Wes & Shirley Warren
By Gary & Joyce Manning
William & Mary Jane Roberts
Gerda Weber
By Bob & Ellen Giambalvo
Linda and Ronald Wilcox
- Holiday Cheer
By William W. Brown
Andrew Zietkiewicz
By Penelope Queen
Barney – alumni dog
By Gregor & Maria Denning
Beauty – alumni dog
By Beth Barrett
Donovan Payne – dog
By Michael & Christine Leonardo
Emmalynn – shelter dog waiting for her home
By Christine O’Rourke
Emmie
By John & Pamela Dorr
Ike & Midget – our loving pets
By John Bramley
Jim, Joanna, Sid (dog)
and Jack (dog) Richardson
By Jane Dewitt & Ryan Orton
Oscar (alumni dog)
By Deborah W. Hunt
Rufus (cat)
By Marlene Cammer
Shelter Staff – Thank you for all
you do!
By Deborah W. Hunt
Mark Quigley &
Bruce Ledbetter
Shelter Van (“Josh Mobile”)
– like the energizer bunny it just keeps going
By Deb Crute
Splash Kisser (alumni dog)
By Nancy Furstinger
Sunny (dog)
By Judy Speranzi
RAINBOW
BRIDGE PETS
Attila The Honey Myers
– beloved cat
By Jean Henderson,
Santo Cambareri & Oliver
Bogus Bear
By Linda & Walter Janczak
Boots Pansabene-Beerman
– beloved dog
Bridget – beloved dog
By Bob, Jordan, Kellie
& Erin Walsh
Bruno Sherman – beloved dog
By Deb Crute & Kenny Fass
Susan & Brian Greenberg
Lisa Kaplan & Tim Brennan
Ida Rubel
Sherry Spergel
Buford Sheppard
By Jerry Wolbert
Ceasar Bellotti - beloved cat
By Dorothy & John Friedman
Charlotte – beloved shelter dog
By Anonymous (for Deb)
Cocoa Lange – beloved dog
By Audrey Lange Virgil & Irene Parrish
Cricket Pansabene-Beerman
– beloved dog
By The Ehnle Family
Daisy – beloved dog
By Herbert & Elanor Blish
Danny Boy – beloved cat
By Renata Aslakson
Dottie Briscoe – beloved dog of Joe and Wendy Briscoe
By Bruce Ledda
Edward Arcos - beloved cat
By Cynthia Sanford
Fur Elise “Lucy” – beloved cat
By Dorey Munch & Jim Lettis
Gopher Milutin-Tovar
– beloved dog
By Bruce Ledda
Gracie Searles/Friedberg
– beloved dog
By Rena Kosersky
Guy Noir – beloved cat
By Jacqueline Morris
Hagar Richardson – beloved dog of Aaron Richardson
and Sarah Morgan
By Jane Dewitt & Ryan Orton
Hubbell Vogler – beloved cat
By Nancy Furstinger
Indiana O’Beirne – beloved dog
By Dale Trethaway &
Carl Merena
Ivan & Minnie
By Marcia Bradford
Jack – beloved dog
By Jacqueline Morris
Jack - beloved dog
By Dorothy & John Friedman
Jerry O’Connor (“rude boy”) – beloved dog
By Bruce Ledda
Ann & Mark Lukin
Jeter – beloved cat
By Joanne & Christopher Erickson
KC – beloved cat
By Martin & Rita Finch
Kelly – beloved cat
By Marge & Peter Churuti
Lacey Vogler – beloved dog
By Nancy Furstinger
Maggie Canty-Lounello
– beloved dog
By Dale Trethaway &
Carl Merena
Mickey – beloved cat
By Sally A. VanBenschoten
Mollie – beloved Beagle
By S.B. Allen
Morris – beloved cat
By Dominick Pampinella
Nemo – beloved shelter dog
By Anonymous (for Deb)
Nikki Fass/Crute – beloved Dog
By Ann & Mark Lukin
Niner Truitt – beloved cat
By Adrianne Baron
Bob Guerrazzi
Ann & Mark Lukin
Linda & Harold McCartney
Joseph & Joan Smith
Shana & Karyn & Maura
Plato – beloved cat
By Corliss & Joseph Hubert
Poke – beloved dog
By Rayeann Stein
Punquette – beloved cat
By Joan Miller
Ripley
By Philip & Annette Archard
Rocy Bovalino - beloved dog
By Francis and Lisa Bovalino
Russell Crute/Fass, the
- beloved “D” Cat
By Ann & Mark Lukin
Rusty, Mikki & Tommy
– beloved cats
By Muriel & Henry Drewitz
Sally Kitty – beloved cat
By Sally A. VanBenschoten
Sasha Lukin – beloved dog
By Jean Henderson &
Santo Cambareri
Jennifer & Brent Truitt
Schaefer – beloved cat
By Freddi Dunleavey
Shane Ledda – beloved dog
By Bruce Ledda
Shaq Townsend – beloved dog
By Ellen & Bob Giambalvo
Schissy Kaplan – beloved cat
By Ellen & Bob Giambalvo
Ann & Mark Lukin
Silky – beloved cat
By Patricia Morris
Sky, Murphy, Banana, Winnie and all our other loving pets
By Richard Friedberg &
Elisabeth Searles
Sundance – beloved cat
By Karen Drewitz
TC Budine – beloved cat
By Marian Burdine
White Shadow – beloved horse
By Janice Whittaker
Buzzy, Buffy, Susie, Dixie, Cookie, Candy - beloved dogs
By Artie Zier
tHANK YOU
from our
furry friends
Howard & Jack Brazie
(alumni cats)
- Send their allowance to help the less fortunate
Ben Froehlich (alumni dog)
– With Love
Katie (alumni dog) & Carolyn
(guardian) Jenkinson
- Merry Christmas to all the shelter cats and dogs waiting for homes
Lenny Lemmon - (alumni dog) - sends his regards Schnoz (dog) and Rain (guardian)
– send Blessings
Poopy Annie &
Binky Van Breeman
– alumni cats
Heart of the Catskills Humane Society
46610 State Highway 10
P.O. Box 88
Delhi, NY 13753
“The greatness of
a nation and its moral
progress can be
judged by the way its
animals are treated.”
~ Ghandi.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!
Due to many changing forces and natural disasters our schedule of events is in
transition. Please forgive our delay and please be patient with us as we look for
appropriate locations and/or dates to hold a few of these fundraisers.
7th Annual Holiday Store – opens Thursday, November 24th thru December 30 – weekends (or by chance/appointment) – 10am – 4pm
- the location will be announced – donations of new or gently/rarely
used items are appreciated. Drop off at the shelter or call to arrange
for a delivery. Please contact Laura O’Connor, 845-586-3292 for
more information.
2nd Annual Holiday for the Heart – Saturday, December 2, 2006
– at the Delaware County Historical Association, Delhi, from 10am
– 4pm. Over 25 beautiful Christmas trees and wreaths will be decorated by volunteers in various themes, to be raffled at the end of the
event. A day-long event filled with holiday musical entertainment,
baked goods for sale, shopping for holiday gifts, photos with Santa
Dog and possibly winning your Christmas tree this year. If you would
like to sponsor and decorate a tree please call Deb Crute for more
details, 607-746-3080 or info@heartofthecatskills.org.
7th Annual Rummage Sale – Saturday, March 24, 2007, 8:30am
– 1pm at the United Ministry Church Hall in Delhi. Donated items
needed – Drop off items (NO clothing, computers or electrical appliances please!). Donations can be dropped off in the classroom
off the church hall on Wednesday, March 21st and Thursday, March
22nd that week. Baked Goods for the Paws Café my be dropped
off Friday March 23rd, 9am – 3pm or Saturday morning. Volunteers
needed – Call Barbara Kaplan, Chairperson 607-746-2515.
Public Meeting – Monday, April 16, 2007, 7pm – Guest Speaker and
agenda to be announced – SUNY Delhi, Sanford Hall. Room 1.
7th Annual Spring Dance and Auction – April, 2007 – Date Time
and Location to be announced – Donated items needed for the auction – Contact Ann Rayment, Chairperson 845-246-6917.
16 Heart of the Catskills Humane Society
Complete Services Offered
Low Cost Spay/Neuter Certificates
Dog and Cat Adoption Service
Microchipping for Adoptees
Presence on PETFINDER.com
Humane Education Programs
Senior Pals and Animal Angels Programs
Dog Training Classes
Junior & Adult Volunteer Program
Barking Books Reading Program
Cremation Services/Memorials
Lost & Found Registry
Lilac Lane Pet Memorial Garden
We’re open Tuesday through Saturday,
from 11am to 4pm and by appointment.
We’re located at 46610 State Highway 10 in Delhi, two
miles north of the Village. Turn at the Delaware County
Historical Association, where you will see our new sign.
We Welcome Your Visit!
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