Spring 2015 - SPCA of Anne Arundel County
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Spring 2015 - SPCA of Anne Arundel County
Paw Pr ints the SPCA of Anne Arundel County celebrating 95 years of caring for animals SPRING 2015 JOIN US! On Sunday, May 3rd the SPCA of Anne Arundel County will celebrate its 24th annual Walk & Run for the Animals event at Quiet Waters Park from 8am to 1pm. Last year’s event saw over 2,000 participants along with their four-legged companions, and even more are expected this year to help the SPCA reach the goal of $220,000! The Walk & Run for the Animals is the SPCA of Anne Arundel County’s largest annual fundraiser. Something as simple as a walk becomes so much more when you share it with you companion animalsand even better yet when you share it with you animal loving community! 2015 Walk For the Animals Top Dog Sponsor: Funds raised from this event help the shelter continue its mission of helping animals and educating the community. Your participation will help make a difference for the thousands of animals in need, and help them find forever homes. To learn more about our Walk for the Animals event, turn to page 4! Dear Fr iend of the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, As the last line of defense for animals in our community we take great pride in the work we do to offer all animals the best opportunity for a happy and meaningful life in a home dedicated to their welfare surrounded by love and affection. We welcome animals that have been turned away, left abandoned, abused, medically needy and those with difficult behavioral issues. I am grateful for your support in transitioning this Shelter into a “no-kill” shelter and I am confident in saying we are accomplishing our goals. This is not a transition that is without its obstacles. Most of our animals fly out our doors to great homes, still others face bigger challenges and linger with us. Our challenged animals may have personalities and behaviors that could preclude a safe existence. As we carefully decide a course of action for these animals we have a unique and often conflicting responsibility of protecting the animal and the public. We error on the side of caution but provide a tremendous opportunity with skilled staff, volunteers and trainers that give our animals the best hope of a future. We have many successes that empower our efforts. This is a huge commitment by the SPCA and would not be possible without the generous donations of our sponsors. Through your efforts the SPCA is now widely recognized throughout the region for its great work. The accolades mount and the community is bustling with animals that have passed through our doors. As the doldrums and cold weather of winter fade and the blossoms of spring appear, let’s take this moment to rejoice in our successes, be respectful of our challenges and recommit to unite in a common cause of “no animal without a home”. As your President I could not be more grateful for your efforts and look forward to your continued support. Sincerely, Kelly Brown President, Board of Directors P.S. Please share this newsletter with family and friends, so we can continue to rescue and rehabilitate animals in Anne Arundel County. 2015 Walk For the Animals Purrfect Partner Sponsors 2 Paw Prints SPRING 2015 Each year we strive to reach the highest rating for the financial management of a non-profit organization by one of the industry leaders, Charity Navigator. There are numerous elements that are evaluated and we are honored to have achieved the coveted 4-STAR RATING for sound fiscal management and commitment to accountability and transparency. It recognizes good governance, best practices, and that we are continuously executing our mission in a fiscally responsible way. visit us at www.aacspca.org 3 2015 Walk For the Animals Paws-itively Golden Sponsors Cat’s Meow Sponsors Bausum & Duckett Electric w Four Legs Animals Hospital Maryland Live! Casino w Perfect Pet Resort Waugh Chapel Animals Hospital Puppy Luv Sponsors Calvert Veterinary Center 3 Dogwood Acres Pet Retreat 3 Eye Care For Animals Family Veterinary Clinic 3 Greater South River Animal Hospital Highway Veterinary Hospital 3 Maryland Dog Magazine 3 Petco Foundation Lesly Sajak 3 Sit Means Sit 3 Stay Pet Resort 3 What’s Up? Media Animal Hospital at Southgate & Bay Weekly Precious Paw Sponsors Accutect Pest Management Annapolis Cat Hospital Arnold Pet Station Bay Area Disposal Bay Ridge Animals Hospital Big Vanilla Pasadena Canine Fitness Center CM Engineering Continental Reality-Westwinds Apartments County Critters 4 Paw Prints SPRING 2015 Crofton Veterinary Center Fence and Deck Connection Fleet Feet Sports Annapolis/ Severna Park Giant Foods Hops & Vines Kure Pain Management Leash Free Living Main Ingredient Miss Shirley’s Muddy Creek Animal Hospital Pet Health, Inc. Pet Lovers Companion Royal Farms Sandy Spring Bank Severna Park Veterinary Hospital SunRype The Upham Group/ KW Select Realtors Uberfit Wegmans Westin Hotel and Resorts Wilson’s Auto Body SIGN UP AND START RAISING FUNDS TODAY! Every dollar raised for the Walk helps provide medical treatment, behavior programs, and nurturing care to the nearly 2,500 animals who come into our shelter each year. The SPCA’s Walk for the Animals event is one of Annapolis’ largest dogfriendly event of the year! Through this community celebration of pets and the people who love them, we invite you to join us for our fun walk and/or Tails on Trails 5K Run. The 5K run will begin at 8am and the Walk at 9am. Festivities include scenic trails, K9 Demonstration, Dog Agility Course, 3rd annual Cars & Critters car show, face painting, A Food Bowl for your culinary delights, and an array of vendor booths. We encourage you to register online at: www.spcawalkfortheanimals.org You can even create your own personal fundraising page and ask family, friends, and co-workers to donate. The sooner you register the soon you can start collecting donations. Raise a minimum of $40 and get the official Walk for the Animals t-shirt. If you register for the dog friendly Tails on Trails 5K, a runner’s shirt is included. For more information on the 24th annual Walk & Run for the Animals event, please call Rita at 410-268-4388 x121 or visit www.spcawalkfortheanimals.org. the event? workers that want to support co or s nd frie of up gro a ve Ha Form a “Pack” or team, raise a minimum of $400 for a minimum group of four and get a special personalized pack T-shirt along with a free group photo taken at the event. Have a waggin’ good time! visit us at www.aacspca.org 5 6 Paw Prints SPRING 2015 visit us at www.aacspca.org 7 8 Paw Prints SPRING 2015 3rd Annual Cars & Critters Car Show At the SPCA of Anne Arundel County’s 24th annual Walk for the Animals Event ~ Sunday May 3. 2015 ~ 9am to 1pm ~ Each spring, nearly two thousand friends of the SPCA, their pets, and car collectors gather at the beautiful Quiet Waters Park for the SPCA’s largest fundraiser. They enjoy seeing the cars on display, the voluntary walks on measured courses in the park, as well as the large outdoor vendor festival. All car and motorcycle models welcome! Free entry to the park – Coffee & donuts avail, food vendors on-site. For more info email: apassori@gmail.com ~ www.aacspca.org Bring your car and support this great charity! Lots of exotic/collector/historic cars and beautiful scenery. QUIET WATERS PARK ~ HOLLY PAVILION PARKING LOT ~ 600 Quiet Waters Park Road, Annapolis, MD 1.3 miles from park entrance on Right. (Go by Gate House @ 0.3m, Right @ 0.5m, Left @ 0.9m, Right @ 1.0m). Orioles Game Night at Camden May 20th Camden Yards Golfing for Hounds & Hearts May 30th Compass Pointe Dog Boat Cruise July 23rd Annapolis Puppy Plunge August 23th Camp Letts Lights & Leashes November 19th Sandy Point State Park a - S hir t ! T k al W Ear Save the date! n A $20 (or more) tax deductible SPCA donation is suggested. You only have to raise $40 to earn a commemorative Walk for the Animals t-shirt. visit us at www.aacspca.org 9 ADOPT ION BULLETIN BOARD Riley (Chico) We love our Riley (Chico). ~ Beth and Ron Simba is nearly 11 years old and a great ambassador for the adoption of the “mature” feline. Playful yet mellow, mannerly, confident and content. Margaret Anne came to us through your barn cat program for our horse stable. She loves jumping from hay bale to hay bale and sleeping in her “cozy cat cuddler.” She is 5 years old, a sweet natured beauty and has become a good friend to our otheR barn cat, Charlie. We really want to thank all of the staff at the SPCA and especially Raven who was very knowledgeable and helpful in assisting us with selecting our newest family members. Thank you for all the excellent work you do! ~ Jill W. ~ Susan L. ~ Bob J. Oreo A couple of months ago I adopted Oreo, a small and loveable cat. I wanted to thank you from the bottom of my heart for the love and affection she has brought to my home and family. Thank you for everything you do. Ben Thanks to you, Ben has been my dearest companion for 6 years. When people ask “who saved whom?” I know what they mean! Thank you for helping us find each other and for all that you do for the animals. going for walks in the park. She hates the rain. Nellie is an extremely loyal and is a good dog. Thanks again for allowing me to adopt her. ~ Steve C. Herbie Here is my little cross-eyed Herbie. He enjoys a mad dash after his toy mouse on a string following dinner! ~Ursula V. Ziggy Ziggy says she misses all of her friends at the SPCA. She knows what you did for her to make her healthy enough for adoption. You saved her life. We cannot thank you enough. ~ Kris R. Simba and Margaret Anne I just wanted to send an update on how well our recently adopted cats Simba and Margaret Anne (formerly Angel) are doing. Simba has adjusted very well to his new home. He is really flourishing in his new routine. 10 Paw Prints SPRING 2015 Little Nellie Kellie (Kaori) I adopted Little Nellie Kellie (Kaori) on September 11, 2009. She is a wonderful dog who loves people and Adopt a Friend for life! Deacon e adopted Deacon at 8 months old in September 2006. We could not W believe our wonderful fortune of finding our guy there, as who in their right mind would give up a Dobie? We soon found that his energy level was only exceeded by his intelligence level. He blossomed into the smartest, most loving guy you can imagine. A year after we adopted Deacon, my husband, Mark was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis and decided on early retirement from his job. This is where the story gets even better. At that point, Deacon was acclimated pretty well we thought. But, once Mark retired and spent his days at home, Deacon flourished. Over the last 7 years, he has been Mark’s constant companion. He has literally helped to re-do our home, installing hardwood floors, refurbishing a bath, all while being at the elbow of Mark and ready to lend a paw or at least generate a heartfelt belly laugh with his attempts to help or to inject comic relief when something was challenging. His timing was uncanny in offering up his favorite “baby” (toy) to Mark or anyone who was showing stress. Sadly, we lost our Deacon to cancer. We asked him to be free to be Deacon again on the other side. Thank you, again, for all that you do, and for giving our family the opportunity to have had this wonderful guy in our lives! ~ Shawn B. Kitty Girl ur new family member is our SPCA cat, Kitty Girl. She has soft sensitive eyes O and with a tilt of her head she shows curiosity and interest in everything around her. She purrs and lets us know that she is happy with us as her new family. She is so soft that you may think that she is a gold teddy bear. She loves lying in the windows in the sunlight. She watches the birds from morning until night and enjoys their songs and bright colors. She sleeps in the master bedroom at the foot of our double bed. Her blanket is soft and fluffy and she curls up and is asleep at the same time we go to bed. She loves her new toys, especially her sticks with fluffy toys attached. She makes us feel younger and we have never laughed so much to watch her play. The SPCA staff has helped us pick the perfect addition to our family. We feel lucky to have found such a gentle soul, so full of wisdom, very intelligent, a quick learner, and full of joy and fun. We THANK you SPCA Annapolis for this greatest gift, “our Kitty Girl”. ~ The B. Family W Olive (Venus) e adopted Venus (renamed as Olive) a couple weeks ago and just wanted to send an update on how she is doing. She’s been such a joy to have. She loves attention and follows us around all the time. She even greets us at the door when we come home from work! She loves to have her tummy rubbed and purrs all the time. I think the only thing she loves more than attention is food! She wants to eat, eat, eat all day! It’s hard to not feed her treats and snacks all day :) We play with her and get her to run around to work off some of that food. She LOVES to chase the laser pointer. She’s such a wonderful cat and we can’t believe how lucky we are. Thank you so much! ~ Melissa B. visit us at www.aacspca.org 11 ADOPT ION BULLETIN BOARD E AC JOPL IN CA LITT RA LE M AN ANGEL BABY Ty RIC POL KY FRISC LY so na nd Mi a O LAURA BENTL Y nd a al e h ot Gir Dorluffy F ER ZAND 12 Paw Prints SPRING 2015 YUKI TOB IAS ter Focus Fos“Kitten Season” ... ... as most shelters call it, is when most kittens are born. Unlike dogs, which breed year-round, cats generally reproduce in spring and summer. However, in warmer weather, kitten season can be year round. Last year, we had 118 kittens in foster care and expect to have more this year. Our Foster Program relies on volunteer fosters and donations to care for the youngest, most vulnerable cats. Items such as bottles, kitten formula, blankets, and beds help our foster parents prepare for caring for a litter of kittens. The best way to help alleviate the influx of kittens is to spay and neuter your cat. To schedule an appointment to spay/ neuter for your pet , contact the SPCA’s Spay & Neuter Clinic at 410-268-4388 x123 or at Clinic@aacspca.org Have you thought about fostering with the SPCA? Fostering is a rewarding and enriching experience, and a great volunteer project for families or individuals who love animals but cannot commit to having a full time pet. To learn more on how you can help, please contact our Foster Coordinator at Foster@aacspca.org SPCA Pet Food Bank Program Families suffering financial hardships are sometimes faced with the prospects of giving up their beloved dogs or cats because their care is too costly. The Pet Food Bank is a program aimed at assisting those who need support in providing food and supplies for their pets. Last year, the Pet Food Bank was proud to serve 85 families. Those clients were offered free nutritious food, benefitting both the pets that had the opportunity to stay in loving and familiar homes as well as providing peace of mind for the families that love them. Do you know anyone who may benefit from this program? Please contact Rita Melvin at rita.melvin@aacspca. org for more information. visit us at www.aacspca.org 13 TAILS ARE WAGGIN FOR ... Birthday Buddies Happy birthday and thank you to those that asked that they receive donations, supplies and gifts that they could donate to the SPCA on their birthdays! Leila A. Monique W. Brynn and Rhys W. Natasha A. Molly M. Jayden L. Erica Y. Grant P. Xavier C. Cole W. Mackenzie K. Mary M. Sabria Ashley B. Melly B. Kendall R. Jayden B. Jack P. Lili T. Kassie Z. Maggie K. Sheehan J. Eleanor W. Special Thanks Marley N. adores cats and wanted to make the lives of the cats at the SPCA more comfortable. She visited our shelter, and during her tour saw that one of our cat areas needed sprucing up. The room, while clean and comfortable, could use some work! So Marley undertook a fundraising project to raise money to purchase paint and other supplies to make the cat area beautiful. As you can see, the cats are very happy with the results. Marley, we thank you! 14 Paw Prints SPRING 2015 Carrie and Maddie H. Jonah D. Isabelle Julia S. Eloise G. Gemma V. Pacey C. Shelter Friends Thank you to the supporters of the SPCA who volunteered, collected supplies and donations, held lemonade stands, bake sales and other fundraisers to raise donations to help the animals! Brownie Troop # 10089 Sydney B. and Josie S. Finn S. and Johnny B. Corinne A. Belvedere Girls on the Run Colin S. Girl Scout Troop 608 Severn Savings Bank Aphaia and Odenton Elementary School’s 4rth Grade Class Severn School The Third Grade Students of Monsignor Slade Catholic School The Staff and Students of the Harbour School Mackenzie J. St. Andrews UM Day School’s 2nd Grade Summit School The National Honor Society of South River High School Lucas and Ian K. Girls on the Run School of the Incarnation Caroline F. and Chloe C. Anna and Ella M. Perfect Pet Resort Crofton Elementary School’s Fourth Grade Class Monsignor Slade Kindergarten and First Grade Classes Sydney H. Parcel and Office Solutions The Severna Park High School National Honor Society Saint Anne’s School of Annapolis Second Grade Class Red, Hot and Blue Global Services Hands of Hope Galway Bay Chris, Ryan, Lauren, Sean and Ben St. Jane Frances School Girl Scout Troop 1848 Laney P. and Mallory T. Oh My Darling Boutique TAILS ARE WAGGIN FOR ... We would like to thank the Anne Arundel County Radio Club, who is invaluable in making the SPCA’s Walk & Run for the Animals event run smoothly every year! We are so thankful to all members of Brownie Troop 2106 for donating all of the proceeds from a raffle they held at our Lights & Leashes Event. Together, they raise $120.00 for the homeless animals at the SPCA. Thank you to the Hampton Inn of Glen Burnie employees! We are fortunate to have a nature trail to walk the dogs but with it comes nature trail maintenance. Enter Hampton Inn Glen Burnie who came by and lent a hand (well many hands)! Thank you from all of us at the AACSPCA! The Pasadena Big Vanilla Athletic Club’s Angel Tree was, once again, a huge success. Donors bought a gift, then pulled an adoptable angel from the tree, and attached the angel to their gift. There was only one angel left 16 Paw Prints SPRING 2015 on the tree a week before Christmas! In addition, they raised funds from their annual Holiday Bazzar which were delivered via an oversized $714 check! Thank you once again for your support! Bay Ridge Animal Hospital & Annapolis Cat Hospital both collected pet food for the families who are enrolled in the SPCA Pet Food Bank and collected a grand total of 89.70lbs and 68 cans of pet food. Thanks you so much for supporting our community efforts! shelter, rehabilitative, and medical care for homeless animals in need. With their hard work, dedication, and love of animals, they raised $5,406.00 for the many animals in our care. Thank you so much Sephora for your endless support! A warm and special thanks to Compass Rose Theater for donating half of the tickets sales from their showing of Cats! A total of $240.00 was given to the SPCA to help the homeless animals in need. Papa John’s Pizza awarded the SPCA with a check for the amount of $270.55 in recognition of their spirit Night held in November. Thank you to Papa John’s Pizza and everyone who ordered pizzas for supporting the SPCA! Wow! Sephora in Annapolis Mall selected the SPCA as the nonprofit of choice for their Values Inside Out Program which allows Sephora locations across America to select a local nonprofit that they would like to help. Sephora hosted multiple events and volunteers numerous hours of their time to raise awareness about the SPCA efforts in providing PAWS UP to Red Hot & Blue Annapolis for raising $235 to help support the animals at the SPCA! Thank you very much! Huffard Animal Hospital donated a can or bag of dog food to the SPCA for every new “like” they received on Facebook. They were able to collect 335 cans and bags of dog food for the dogs awaiting adoption at our shelter. Thank you Huffard Animal Hospital! Indian Creek Middle School Students collected pet food and supplies for the animals served by the SPCA’s Pet Food Bank. Thank you so much for helping these animals. The Black Dog Annapolis held a pet adoption month where they showcased our adoptable pets and donated a portion of the proceeds of their sales to the SPCA . They were able to raise $943.02! Thank you, The Black Dog Annapolis. Paws UP for Medieval Times who are frequent donors. Also, they always show up in full costume which always makes our day a little brighter! Thank you!! The Anne Arundel County Public Library Staff Association held a fundraiser to benefit the SPCA. They were able to collect blankets, food, toys, towels, shredded paper as well as $655. Thank you so much, Anne Arundel County Public Library Staff Association! The Chartwell Country Club Ladies Luncheon was not just a chance to get together, but a way to help the SPCA. At this luncheon, not only was over $1,900 was collected for the animals, but also pet food and supplies. We are so grateful, thank you. A kind hearted special thanks to Sheehy Lexus of Annapolis for their generous donation of pet supplies in memory of Don & Sandy Pyles. Sandy was very passionate about helping homeless animals and was long time supporters of the SPCA, so it only felt natural for Sheehy Lexus of Annapolis to start a pet supplies drive to honor their beloved clients. Many thanks to Sheehy Lexus for their generosity! Each year Bay Country Veterinary Hospital hosts Pet Photos with Santa and donates the proceeds of the event to the SPCA. They were able to raise $410 for the shelter. We appreciate your support, Bay Country Veterinary Hospital. Pet Valu held their litter drive to benefit the SPCA and collected hundreds of bags of litter for our cats as they await adoption. But their support didn’t end there; they also raised $5,000 for the shelter! Thank you so much, Pet Valu. visit us at www.aacspca.org 17 Special Thoughts IN MEMORY OF ... PEOPLE • Mina B. Audeskirk, by Charles Clemens, III • Shirley Avery, by Rich and Donna Lombardi and Family • Theresa Barrett, by Helen Beebe-Perez • Bill and Ann, by Ronald and Barbara Aaron • Wesley Boone, by Gavin and Sabrina Schut • J. Daniel Breedon, by Stephen and Mary Ginaitis Joan Hurst • Shirley K. Burch, by The Huntingtown United Methodist Church Sanctuary Choir • Winfred Cannaday, by Joe Cannaday • C. Berry Carter, by Elizabeth Lund • Edmond Cartier, by Douglas and Delores Faison • Cheryl Cogan, by Gar Robbins John and Nancy Gajda Alison Asti • Anne Marie Colden, by Tony and Hiroko Vertuno Tom and Garnet Timbario Chester Tyminski Annapolis Commerce Park Nikki Geneaux Horner • Brian David Coulbourn, by Roberta Miller • Donald Daily, by Jay and Sherrie Clark • Charlotte Darvich, by Susan Johnston Beth Anderson Marty, Bobbi and the Netcentric Team Duke and Barbara Snider Stephen Hodson and Susan Richiedei • Delia Garcia, by Ron and Cathy Krupa • Harry E. Foster, by Janice Simpson • Allan Fox, by Richard Neiderhiser • James (Jim) M. Gillis III, by Cynthia Czarnecki Andy and Stacey Baldwin Nicole Britt Lynn Nichols The Hood Family Charter Title The Kiosk Group Janelle Patterson Kathryn Becker Kathy Brennan • Ann Sullivan Glenn, by Doug and Sarah Goldberg 18 Paw Prints SPRING 2015 • Kelly Griffin, by James Griffin • Raymond Grimes, by Cathy, Joe and Kailey George and Barbara Davis • Elizabeth Elise Guay, by Linda Norkin James Mumper • Carolyn Kaye Habetler, by Elizabeth Hepler and Robert Kirkpatrick • Patrick Harper, by Donna Nunez • William Harris, Jr., by Ruth Gallatin • MaryJo Hedlund, by Christel Gray • Fay Hess, by Almedia Price and Dawn Cawthorne Pauline Ellis • Peggy Horne, by her children Judy Schroyer and Bob Johnston • Mania E. Hufnagel, by the Staff Association of the Anne Arundel County Public Library • Bill Irvine, by Frederick Scheer and Diane Cary • Jade, by Phoebe Lee • Aunt Joan, by Bary and Vicki Gately • Mary John, by Wendy Deja Seaford School District Barb and Trevor Fawkes • Sunny Kahl, by Becky Sloan • Charles Kamens, by The Millersville 55 Plus Club Barbara Stammer • Elizabeth A. Klein, by Christopher Klein • Margaret Klug, by Lisa and Dennis Logan Sharon Pawloski Maria Regina Marstellar Sharon Pawlowski June and Jennifer Smith Elizabeth Avery • William Knight, by Mary Knight • Nicolas Ian Kothe, by Mary Fobell Mary Wootten • Richard Kowalski, by Ilene Sunderland • Linda K. Lechowicz, by Mary Ellen Lechowicz • Seymour Mastros, by Steven and Krista Geddes • Virginia (Ginny May) Mauro, by Helen Mansfield Employees of the Anne Arundel County Office of the Budget George Cook Pat and Dottie Biggar • Carolyn Marie McCabe, by Mike Serra Frederick and Linda Shanks June Powell Anna Pickett • Darren W. McIntyre, by Donna Riley • Henry McNeil, by Kendall and Michael Hamlin Robert Brown Tom, Stephanie and Matthew Gleason • Eleanore Wood Metten, by Wendelin Wood • Carol Moran, by Heidler, Inc. • Frances Motta, by Carolanne Linder Betty Harwood • Sasha O’Malley by Colin and Valerie Rees • George Morris, by Robin and Jerry Robb • Robert (Robby) Ostrowski, by Earl and Charlotte Crouse • Diane Pace, by Linnea Horine Vera Herath and John Behle • Marie Parrott, by Susie Schreiner • Momma Anne Parrott, by Susie Schreiner • Edwin Polk, by The Bacchus Importers Team Erica Southern Jason and Michelle Lonchar The Lamar Family Elizabeth Hesse Patti Ray Nalley Debbie and Dave Bigos Toni Muller Marianna Freeman Carol and Harry Thomas Raven’s Nest # 10 Bruce and Denise O’Neill Vicky Sult Janet Friday Joe and Pat Molesevich William and Katherine Reynolds • Charlotte Price, by Suzanne Duffy • The Pyle Family, by The St. Martin’s Lutheran School Jo Ann Sharpe Kelly Brown • Nigel Ralphs, by Ethel Ralphs • Donna Regester, by Bernadette Moskunas • David E. Rich, by Jackie Wilkinson • Charles (Chuck) Riley Jr., by Donna Riley Shari McGowan • Josefina Rodriguez, by Paige, Michael and Jenny These pages are dedicated to the memory of very special people and pets. We would like to thank the family members and friends who have made a donation in honor/memory of their loved ones. These gifts serve as a lasting tribute by helping our shelter animals. • Pam Root, by Bessie Demas • Richard Schreiner, by Susie Schreiner • AnnaLissa Screiner, by Kenneth Garber • Dr. Kyle Cutler Session, by Mickey and Kathy Turken • Roxie Shapiro, by Katherine De Zwart • Captain Edwin (Ned) Shuman, III, USN (Ret), by Emory Harrison • Mark Sielecki-Dzurdz, by Bill and Mary Harlan Yvonne Klose Mercedes Alexander Nadine Sielecki • Louise Smith, by Michael and Wendy Siedlecki Charlotte Cloud Marian Davies EF and Joyce Holcombe • Margie Smith, by Timothy Arney Joyce Crane Jim Page Janice Dye • Ruth MacMurry Smith, by Jeanne Kerridge Patricia Davis Jack and Penny Hopkins and Family Marsha Wise Lois Dashiell Royden Zimmerman Barb and Bruce Burns Donald and Doris Dunker Kathryn Page Smith Morgan Eric and Janet Madsen Joshua and Cecilia Carey • Caroline (Lynn) Stearns, by Sharon and Norm Stein WM Michael and Lynn Kitzmiller Vera Herath • Cal Steinmetz, by Steven Migdal • Tori D. Stitely, by Earle and Joyce Fritz • Ellen Thomas, by Friends at Donald L. Blount and Associates Edward and Ann Shultz Perry Bolton Fred and Mary Bryant Melinda Hawkins Dan and Jan Oldale • Jennifer Titsworth, by Mary Clare Holder • Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Tomminello, by Frederick Scheer and Diane Cary • Henry and Finn Treanor, by Joe and Karen Marshall • Horst Treichel, by Phyllis Watson • Henry T. Ulasek, by John Casey, III Judy Casey Jean Pierce Desiree Anson George Palmos Myron and Letty Wotring Paul and Deborah Elliott • Evelyn Velgos, by Paula Wollman • Robert (Bob) Verdugo, by the Tyburski Family • Corky Wallis, by Darlene Grace Donna Riley • Carol Ann Weeks, by Victoria Trumbower Sharon and Thomas Atkins Helen Marple Robert and Cindy Bryant • Mary Wooldridge, by Edmund Wooldridge • Joan (Joey) Zamostny, by Peggy Palmer Virginia Reed Kathyrn Belcher State Wide Septic Tank Service • Karen Zorn, by E.L. Zorn IN MEMORY OF …. PETS • Carole Alexander’s beloved dog Daisy, by Chris and Bob Friend • Chris and Victoria Allen’s beloved cat Jonah Kludo Ron and Keryl Ball’s beloved cat Kludo • Lesley Bastian’s beloved pet Maggie, by Kelly Brown Rachel Ash • Sugar, Alan and Barbara Bennett’s beloved pet Nipper Stephen and Belle Bertocchi’s beloved dog, Nipper • Penny Blankenship’s beloved pets Nikki and Nova • The Bobbit Family’s beloved dog Scooter, by Pat Patten and John Coder • Eileen Bradford’s beloved pets Petie, Betsy, Katie, and Emma • Barbre Brunson’s beloved cat Champ, by Ytta and Glenn Carr • The Butler Family’s beloved dog Jenny, by Nortie and Vivien Butler • Joseph and Jan Calianno’s beloved pet KC • Lou Carter’s dear little feral cat Owie, by Kelly Brown Lou Carter and Joe Holley • John Cecil’s beloved dogs Trixie, Winnifred and Penny • Shauna Chabot’s beloved dog Coco, by Kelly Brown • Shadow, Maurice and Lynne Chaput’s beloved pet • The Coe Family’s beloved cat Cat Ballou, by Frederick Scheer and Diane Cary • Manuella Comstock’s beloved dog Vishnou, by Hilary Peret • Corona, by Ann, Bruce and Sarah • Joseph Creamer and Lauren Smith’s beloved pet Phantom • Dr. and Mrs. Barry Cukor’s beloved pet Abby, by Phyllis Naditch • Deb Daly’s beloved cat Ditto, by Mary McCann • Peter and Jennifer Daly’s beloved dog Bordeaux, by Brian and Paula Regan • The Daniel Family’s beloved dog Harley, by the Ericson Family visit us at www.aacspca.org 19 Special Thoughts ... • Carol Ann Darcangelo’s beloved dog Emma Lou, by Auntie Maria • Robert and Penny Dart’s beloved pets Bear and Pepper • Kelly Dincau’s beloved cat Misty, by Carol Mihm • Jasmine, Joseph Dorsheimer’s beloved adopted dog • George Ducas and Janet Cashman’s beloved dog Peaches • Jeff Dudley’s beloved dog Leo, by Robin Daugherty • The Ebley Family’s beloved dog Chloe, by Don and Kathy Nork • Ella Sue Emerson’s beloved dog Sadie, by Colleen Scott • Bruce and Gail Farr’s beloved dog Scamp, by Don and Donna Many Kelly Brown • Laurel Fensterer and Timothy Davis’s beloved pet Dexter • Finnegan, by Connor, Brooke and Bill • Becky and Rob Fish’s beloved dog Sammie, by Tiffany, Claire and Karen • Phyllis Foster’s beloved pet Frankie • Murphy, Douglas and Elizabeth Frank’s beloved dog • Mary Beth Friedel’s beloved dog, Buddy • John Ganoe’s beloved dog Henry, by Laura and Steve Burns • Jane Cricket Geis’s beloved dog Val • Julie Grudzinkas’s beloved pets Raisin, Taffy, KC, Sadie and Rori Teddy Lisa Gyory’s beloved dog Teddy by Kelly Brown and Lesley Bastian • William Hall’s beloved pets Buttons, Briana, Abbey and Lucky • Charles Hanna and Gail Orfelfinger’s beloved pets Bailly, Ariel and Stanley 20 Paw Prints SPRING 2015 • Kathy and Paul Hansen’s beloved dog Toby, by Bonnie Watlington • The Hasson Family’s beloved pet Geraldine • Holly, Vera Herath and John Behle’s beloved cat • Chris and Jessica Hinsvarsk’s beloved dog Chewie, by Michael and Corrie Milchovich • Kodi, Roberta Hobson’s beloved Siberian Husky • Irene Howie’s beloved pet Samantha • The Johannes Family’s beloved pet Homer, by Phyllis Naditch • James Johnson’s beloved dog Sunny • The Johnson Family’s beloved dog Lucy, by Leslie, Mom, Dad and Dixie • Sherry and Brian Jones’s beloved dog Ellis Island, by Kathleen (Suzy) Fields • Timothy Jones’s beloved dog Cori, by Don and Dorothy Farley Susan Smith Aileen Thomas Gail and Bruce Olmstead • Dorion Kiefer’s beloved pet Mishka • The Kerge Family’s beloved dog Wally, by Bill and Dottie Webb • The Kibby Family’s beloved dog Trixie, by The Winchester Family Phyllis Watson • Ron Krupa’s beloved dog Rudy • Dick and Sabra Ladd’s beloved poodle Jazz • Chris and Amy Ledoux’s beloved dog Bandit, by Fred and Annie Hallet • Sarah Leonhard and Benjamin LaPointe’s beloved pet Skipper • The Lombardi Family’s beloved dog Max • David Lynch’s beloved dog Tyler, by Emily Joyce • Hershey Kiss, Nick and Frank Magina’s beloved dog • The Maistellis Family’s beloved dog Max • Sandra Olivetti Martin and Bill Lambrecht’s beloved dog Moe, by Marilyn Recknor • Ken Martur’s beloved pet Buffy, by Kirby Posey • The Marxx Family’s beloved dog America, by Bob Heaton • Ravishankar and Tajel Mathur’s beloved dogs Raja and Shaan • Lenetta McCampbell’s beloved cat Beau, by an Anonymous Donor • Bertie, The McClanahan Family’s beloved pet, by Phyllis Naditch Mary McClanahan • Rita Melvin’s beloved cat Coco, by Kelly Brown and Rita Melvin • Misty, Robert Mendez’s beloved dog • Honey, Bob and Theresa Merhige’s beloved dog, by Nancy and Lucky • Kathy Miller’s beloved Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Brandi, by Paula Gevaudan • The Miller Family’s beloved dog Brandi Girl, by Sarah Griffith • Fritz, Elizabeth Morrissson’s beloved Weimarainer • Elizabeth and Patrick Murphy’s beloved pet Clover, by Elizabeth Dudley • The Murphy Family’s beloved pets Ace and Rex, by Ron and Patti • Elaine Nagey’s beloved pets Jasmine, Bougi, Daisy, Agador, and Erwin • The Neipert Family’s beloved pet Flash, by Dave Neipert Terry Tedore • Betsy and Allan Nelson beloved dog Newman, by Deborah Gregory • The Oberle Family’s beloved pet Martha, by Zoe and Tiger • Teddy, Randy and Rose Owen’s beloved dog, by Robert and Joanna Winchester • Norman, Marguerite Pelissier’s beloved white cat • Sweets, Mr. and Mrs. Vytas Penkiunas’s beloved dog, by Terra Walters • The Reed Family’s beloved pet Tiller, by Susan, Joe, Jack and Sarah Noble • Audrey, Kurt, Alex and Connor Reichardt’s beloved dog Guinness, by Jack, Maureen, Marisa and Carly Ercol • Philip and Patricia Rene beloved pets Sienna, Tiger and Cleo • Sadie and Tucker, Randy Rice’s beloved pets, by Karen Morrison • The Richey Family’s beloved dog Casper, by Jackie Wilkinson • Romeo, by Robin, Chris, Ryan and Rachel • Pam Rumney’s pet sitting clients Fely and Thad Russell’s beloved dog Chief, by Rachel Hoffman and Ed Hausknecht • The Seaman Family’s beloved dog Cosmo • Adam and Courtney Shampaine’s beloved dog Bailey, by David and Christine Romans • Jo Ann Sharpe’s beloved dog Brutus, by Kelly Brown • The Smith Family’s beloved dog Annie Girl, by Ed, Anya and the Girls • The Smith Family’s beloved dog Mako Shark, by Jim LaPier • The Stanish Family’s beloved dog Crash, by Grammy, Janet, Jan, Noaa and Boo2 • Snowbelle, Cindi and Rich Stone’s beloved cat • The Suter Family’s beloved pets Bear and Sammy, by Prizzy, Sweet P and Cola • The Schwitzer Family’s beloved dog Tiller, by Brian and Paula Regan • Carol and Jim Sewall’s beloved dog Riley, by Jody Limbacher • Karen Tadlock’s beloved cat Tuai • M. Katherine Taylor’s beloved pet Clyde • Linda Thomas’s beloved pet Lucy • The Ulehla Family’s beloved dog Cole, by the Burns Family • Sherwood, The Villella Family’s beloved dog, by Stat First Aid and Safety, Inc. • Jean Waller’s beloved dog Dutchie, by Bary and Vicki Gately • Kevin and Laura Washington’s beloved cat Chloe, by Don and Donna Many • Bruce Weber’s beloved dog Miss Pepper, by Frederick Scheer and Diane Cary • Bonnie Weinhold’s beloved collie Macy • Putter, Jean and Gordon Wells’s beloved dog • Wendelin Wood’s beloved pet Roxy • The Wisor Family’s beloved pet Elvis, by Dean and Amanda Mitchell • Dylan and Tina Woolford’s beloved dog Phoenix, by Kelly Brown Betty Woolford • The Yeager Family’s beloved pet Savannah¸ by Pamela and Leon Shapiro Zeus, by Marguerite Pelissier IN HONOR OF …. PEOPLE • Charles and Donna Bagley, by Liz Collins • Kristen Bereznay’s birthday, by Kim Finazzo • Theresa Boswell, by Brandon Korink and Susan Lange • Jayden Brienza, by Pilar and Mateo Middlebrooks • Ann and Lou Brimberg, by Richard Smith • Karen Britton,by Cheryl Odell-Duffy Jim O’Connor • Kelly Brown, by Lisa Hillman • Kathryn E. Buchanan, VMD, by Christopher Buchanan • Bonnie Burke, by Gail Lanning • Catherine Carouge, by an Anonymous Donor • The Christ Family, by Jen, Goose, Rooster, Mowgli, and Ausmus • Cindy, by Linda Beall • Erin Ciok and Dottie, by Ellen Ciok • Corbin¸ by the Chisholm Family • Crystal Carpenter, by Janet Kurtz • Lou Carter, by Jim and Mary Anne Mason • Terry Conroy, by Kelly and Jamie • Penelope Dart, by Dixie and Cinnamon • Robert C. Dart, Jr., by Dixie, Cinnamon and Penny Dart • Annette Davis and her furry and feathered friends, by Joe Holley and Lou Carter • George and Barbara Davis, by Jay and Deni Davis • Delaney, by Corey Profit • Linda and Larry DeSantos, by Lee Johnston • Joanne Deschenaux, by Brett Deschenaux • Joanne DeWilde, by the SCSC Showstoppers • Lynn Edwards, by Matt and Jean Edwards • Nicki Eger, by Tim Ryan • Donna Elbert, by Marijeanne Carino • The Farrel Family, by Ian Duncan • Edna Ferris, by Carol Stott • Bonnie and Jim Fischer by Cindi and Rich Stone • Lexi Foley, by Seval Kanik • Holly Garman, by Anne Kreps • Sandy Gelrod, by Janet Kurtz • Madison Gerard, by Vincent and Melissa Odell • Emma and McShane Glover, by Diane Bartkovich • Barbara Goldstein’s birthday, by Patti Ray Nalley • Hannah, Lily and Jared Goldstein, by Aunt Shelley and Uncle Joe • Lisa Goodlett, by IMA Consulting • Fred Graul, by M. D. Pearson Lisa Hillman • Wilma Groves, by Jeffrey Groves • Ellen and Ricky Hearn, by Cindi and Rich Stone • Dorothy Helfrich, by Nancy Wilkinson • Betsy and Robert Hellman, by Akiak, Hailey and Punkin • Betty Hepler, by Naomi Curry • Kasia and Brian Hepler, by the Chiocchio Family • Ray Herzinger, by Sallie and Herb Abeles • Holly’s sixth birthday, by Lulu • Harlen Houghton, by Peanut, Creamy, Precious, Chloe, Penny and Buzz • Boyd Ingram, by Terry Conroy • Sheehan Jeffer’s 6th birthday, by Garrett and Violet Thompson • Alice Johnson, by Adele Cerrelli • Tim Jones, by Donna Porricelli • Lee Johnson, by Larry and Linda DeSantos • Lindi Johnston, by Terry Conroy • Patty and Joakim Jorwall, by Pat Patten • Kayla, by the Chisholm Family • Kelsie, by the Chisholm Family • Allison Klarman, by Steven Klarman • Erin Klarman, by Steven Klarman • Susan Lange and Brandon Korink, by Kristi Neidhardt • Nancy J. Kuzas, by Christine Carpenter • Rick, Randi and Jayden Leonard, by Marilyn and Ira Tublin • Janis and Tim Long, by Sara and Ed Jones • Margaret Machado, by Russ and Aimess Poisson • Jim and Mary Ann Mason, by Doug Burke • Candace McWhirter, by Cindi and Rich Stone • Sandra McWhirter, by Cindi and Rich Stone • Donna Meagher, by Anne Kreps • Lynn Medford, by Ellen Osterblom • Ann Meyer, by Jean Reantillo • Ethan Meyer’s 9th birthday, by Jennifer Bundschu Braydin Susan Zucco • Sharon Miles, by Kaitlin Biery • Alison and Grant Millar, by Cindi and Rich Stone • Kathryn Moomau, by William Moomau • Carlos, Kim and Peyton Moss, by Richard and Fina Shakeshaft • Marilyn Moran, by Sally Moran • NFP ProBen Associates, by Joe Duckett • Hannah Neall, by Patricia Compton • John and Dorothy Niemczuk, by Catherine Niemczuk • Dorothy O’Regan, by Anne Kreps • Christine Patton, by Heather Friddle • Staci and Dave Phillips, by Cindi and Rich Stone • Robert Reeves, by Curtis Hunter • Tim and Jose Reynal, by Anna and Ben Grimes • Kendall Rice’s birthday, by the Huntimers • Rick and Trina, by Robert Guinn • Kate Rollason, by John Shelander • Anne Townsend Rose, by David Townsend • Kristen Rygg, by Joe Holley and Lou Carter • Dee and Rob Sapp’s 50th birthdays, by Friends • John Shelander, by Kate Rollason • Ron Shockley, by Stephanie and Judy • Spoiled Rotten Dogs, by Jill Tracy • Max Steigerwalt, by Gail Steigerwalt visit us at www.aacspca.org 21 Special Thoughts ... • Greg and Moira Stone, by Cindi and Rich Stone • Kit and Kim Stone, by Cindi and Rich Stone • Steve Stone and Brenda Gilio, by Cindi and Rich Stone • Richard and Janet Strauss and Pepper by Kathy Winingar • Riley Sullivan, by Jamie Callaham • Jen, David and Luke Swetz, by Daniel Nees • Phyllis Watson, by the Winchester Family • The SPCA Staff and Volunteers, by Joseph and JoAnn Lamp • Tina Woolford, by Lisa Cyrus • Kory Wyckoff, by Kristin Wyckoff IN HONOR OF …. PETS • Christine Alvey’s pet Mr. Bates, Chantal and Harrison Taylor • Jack Anderson’s pets Napoleon and Titus • Chastity Aquino’s adopted pet Montego (Hulk Hogan) • Patricia Burbanks pets Beau, Allie, Bear, and Lizzie • Daniel Cinelli’s pets Mr. Tom, Tristan and Graycie • The Coe Family’s cat Ozark, by Frederick Scheer and Diane Cary • Saundra Darling’s pet Dusty • Thomas Dickey’s pet Hercules • Laura Doughty’s pets Kiki and Minon • Kirk Dusman and Dixie Leesnitzer’s dog Frisco, by Henry, Amy, Joe, Hank, and Bruce • Bruce Fleming’s pet Woody • Phyllis Foster’s dogs Franky and Bruno Misha I I Richard and Amal Fraenkel’s adopted cat, Misha II • Mary Fricano’s pet Dancer • John Ganoe’s dog Fisher, by Laura and Steve Burns 22 Paw Prints SPRING 2015 • Patricia Gilmore’s cat Lucy, by Mary McCann • William Hanrahan’s pets Gretel, Missy, TIC TAC Nellie, Daisy, Thomas and Lara • Molly Heidler’s pet Bella Bea • Jean Jackson’s adopted cat Sammi • Lynne Larkin’s cat Cain, the Cat Commando • Larry and Cookie, by Katie and Pepper • Charles and Roseann Mahanes’s dog Siera • Christine McNichols’s rescued pets, Buster and Beesley • Alexandra Miskimon’s pets Sandy Lyn and Oreo Cookie • Alicia Moore’s cats Sock and Shoe, by Alicia Moore and Gilbert Moore • Julie Nauroth’s adopted kitten Chessie • Janice Romanosky’s cat ET • Mark Rose’s pets Violet and Coco • Gena Ryan’s rescued pets Ovie and Dali • Lucee, Gregory Sachs’s adopted chocolate lab • L. Ann Scheer’s cats Maggie and Lilly, by Frederick Scheer and Diane Cary • The Scheer Family’s dog Molly, by Frederick Scheer and Diane Cary • Thomas and Sandra Scott’s adopted pets Karma and Rasta • The Todd Family’s dog Lilly, the Wonder Dog, by Blake and Melissa Fetrow Farewell beloved friend It is with a heavy heart that we had to say goodbye to our beloved office cat, Tic Tac. Years ago, Tic Tac sneaked her way into the SPCA and refused to leave...declaring herself the official office cat. Depending on whom you ask, Tic Tac was anywhere from 15-20 years old. She came to us as a stray, claimed her spot in the office, and there she stayed. We will greatly miss our beautiful, fluffy friend, but will always remember the wonderful times we had with her over the years. Sponsor an animal at our shelter through our Guardian Angel Program! For a minimum donation of $50, you can sponsor an animal for yourself or as a gift in honor or memory of a friend or loved one. Simply: • Choose an adoptable animal (cat, dog, kitten, puppy, or other) or let us choose for you! • Provide us with your name and the gift recipient’s name and address (if applicable). • With each sponsorship, the recipient will receive a personalized SPCA of Anne Arundel County Guardian Angel Certificate with a picture of the sponsored animal. Your generous contribution will go towards shelter, bedding, food, veterinary care costs, toys, and treats for that specific animal. Additionally, you will receive the satisfaction of knowing that specific animal will live a good life because of your kind sponsorship. Gift sponsorships can be purchased by mail, phone, or in person at the SPCA of Anne Arundel County. For more information, please call Rita Melvin Development & Programs Manager at 410-268-4388 x121 Make a positive impact in the lives of the animals in our care! Hearts & Hounds Dare to C.A.R.E & SPCA of Anne Arundel County is pleased to announce that over $68,000 was raised at their New Year’s Eve Hearts & Hounds Gala. The Gala was held at the Westin Annapolis on Wednesday, December 31st. Over 200 guests rang in the New Year while enjoying dinner, dancing to the music by Highway Star, memorable photo booth, a raffle, and a silent auction. The funds raised will support life-saving programs that educate, increase awareness, and build communities for better health Dare to C.A.R.E. & SPCA of Anne Arundel County gratefully acknowledges and thanks its 2014 Hearts & Hounds Sponsors and community supporters: Bright Key, Inc., Verizon, Graul’s Market, Medstar, Spoiled Rotten Dogs, Anne Arundel Medical Center, WRNR, Medtronic, and its auction donors and attendees for their generous support. Photo: Dr. John Martin (Founder of Dare to C.A.R.E.), Kelly Brown (SPCA Board President), Rita , Boyd, Cathy, Lisa, & Marge visit us at www.aacspca.org 23 The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals of Anne Arundel County P.O. Box 3471 Annapolis, Maryland 21403 Address service requested Nonprofit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Permit No. 315 Annapolis, MD JOIN US as we save, protect, and improve the lives of animals while enhancing the human-animal bond. THE SPCA OF ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY, is a 501(c )(3) charitable organization that is not affiliated with any other SPCAs of Humane organizations. We do not receive any government funding. PRESIDENT, BOARD OF DIRECTORS Kelly Brown ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR Kristen Rygg DEVELOPMENT AND PROGRAMS MANAGER Rita Melvin ANIMAL CARE MANAGER Jocelyn Lynch INCOMING COORDINATOR Melanie Hundley BOARD OF DIRECTORS Kelly Brown, President Board of Directors Peter Axelrad Lou Sullivan Carter Rita Hope Counts Don Dilks Fred Graul Julie Henderson Karri Mann Jo Ann Sharpe Donna Shuman Maryanne Spencer Phyllis Wright SHELTER AND OFFICES 1815 Bay Ridge Avenue Annapolis, Maryland 21403 410-268-4388 ~ aacspca.org HOURS FOR VIEWING AND ADOPTION Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday: 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. HOURS FOR GIVING UP ANIMALS AND OTHER SERVICES Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday: 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday: 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Like us on Facebook to see adoptable animals, hear event updates and more. WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/PAGES/SPCA-OF-ANNE-ARUNDEL-COUNTY Follow us on Twitter & Pinterest at AACSPCA! 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