Winter Edition - Humane Society of Vero Beach & Indian River County
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<strong>Winter</strong> 2011 Vol. 26 No. 4<br />
<strong>Humane</strong> Times<br />
<strong>Humane</strong> <strong>Society</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Vero</strong> <strong>Beach</strong> and <strong>Indian</strong> <strong>River</strong> <strong>County</strong>
2<br />
MESSAGES<br />
Chalmers Morse, Executive Director<br />
Deb Freed, Editor<br />
As 2011 draws to a close and 2012 draws ever closer this seems like an<br />
appropriate moment to say thank you for the extraordinary efforts <strong>of</strong> all our<br />
loyal volunteers and donors. The <strong>Humane</strong> <strong>Society</strong> simply would not be what<br />
it is were it not for the number <strong>of</strong> volunteers who pitch in every day to clean<br />
cages, feed animals, walk dogs, wash bedding, and generally help where they<br />
are most needed. Their efforts are Herculean and their contributions are incalculable.<br />
We are also blessed to have literally thousands <strong>of</strong> generous <strong>Indian</strong> <strong>River</strong><br />
<strong>County</strong> residents who open their hearts and their wallets to us to keep the<br />
Shelter operating. We raise more than 41% <strong>of</strong> our total budget through private<br />
donations, an extraordinary feat given our challenging economic times.<br />
It is not an exaggeration to say that without our volunteers and donors the<br />
Shelter would simply cease to exist. Please accept my heartfelt gratitude for all<br />
that you do to keep our doors open and our county’s animals protected.<br />
The end <strong>of</strong> the year is also a good time to remind any potential donors<br />
that your contribution is 100% tax deductible, but in order to take this deduction<br />
from your 2011 taxable income, we must receive your gift by December<br />
31, 2011, so now would be a good time to write your check and send it in. You<br />
can also contribute using your credit card by going to our website, www.hsvb.<br />
org, and clicking the “SUPPORT NOW” button on the homepage. Thanks so<br />
much for your help. May you and your loved ones, both two-legged and four,<br />
have a joyous holiday season and a very happy and<br />
healthy New Year.<br />
“Make us, ourselves, to be true friends to animals and so to share the blessings <strong>of</strong> the<br />
merciful.” Albert Schweitzer<br />
<br />
happenings at the <strong>Humane</strong> <strong>Society</strong> this past year. With your help, we were<br />
able to give a second chance to thousands <strong>of</strong> homeless animals. And thanks<br />
to you, we were able to increase the medical treatment, vaccinations, and<br />
sterilizations for animals both in the community and at the Shelter. We also expanded<br />
our Sebastian Thrift Shop and opened the All for Paws gift shop in the<br />
<strong>Indian</strong> <strong>River</strong> Mall. Both will aid in funding our mission for the animals. With the<br />
help <strong>of</strong> energy grants, we made strides in reducing our energy costs by adding<br />
energy recovery ventilation systems and solar panels for hot water.<br />
I would be remiss if I didn’t mention the efforts <strong>of</strong> our devoted staff, many<br />
<strong>of</strong> whom volunteer their own time to help with our mission for animals. This<br />
year they donated time to assist with the Joplin, Missouri tornado recovery, a<br />
St. Lucie <strong>County</strong> mass animal rescue, vaccination and sterilization clinics, lost<br />
pet searches, a number <strong>of</strong> fundraising events and activities, and more.<br />
Each holiday season I am always reminded, “It’s better to give than to<br />
receive.” The <strong>Humane</strong> <strong>Society</strong> is a place where you can do both. By giving the<br />
homeless pets a second chance, you will receive the joy <strong>of</strong> knowing you have<br />
saved a life. If you are able to adopt one <strong>of</strong> our loving animals, you’ll be getting<br />
the unconditional love that only a pet’s devotion can <strong>of</strong>fer. May the same<br />
hope and happiness that you bring to the Shelter pets be<br />
yours this coming year.<br />
2011 2012<br />
Board <strong>of</strong> Directors<br />
Fritz Spitzmiller, JD, President<br />
Debbi Vickers, 1st Vice President<br />
Cheryl Gerstner, 2nd Vice President<br />
Deborah Freed, 3rd Vice President<br />
Jo Ann Becker, JD, Secretary<br />
Bill Hudson, Treasurer<br />
Samuel <strong>Beach</strong>, Jr.<br />
David Brower, CPA<br />
William Frates, JD<br />
Roger Haines<br />
Cynthia Haskett , EdD<br />
Foundation Board<br />
Jo Ann Becker, JD<br />
Parker Crowell<br />
Stephen Frobouck<br />
Advisory Council<br />
Bob Neel Susan Schuyler Smith<br />
Nancy Benedict<br />
Dr. Henry Doremus<br />
Barbara Evans<br />
Phone - 388-3331<br />
Chalmers Morse, Executive Director<br />
Ext. 15<br />
Dorothy Ritchey, Business Manager<br />
Ext. 14<br />
Kevin Humphrey, Controller<br />
Ext. 21<br />
Tim Swift, Director <strong>of</strong> Development<br />
Ext. 27<br />
Connie Cotherman, Asst. Development Director<br />
Ext. 26<br />
Janet Winik<strong>of</strong>f, Director <strong>of</strong> Education<br />
Ext. 18<br />
Ilka Daniel, Director <strong>of</strong> Animal Protective Services<br />
Ext. 28<br />
Maria Ramirez, Director <strong>of</strong> Animal Care<br />
Ext. 31<br />
Phaedra Kohler, Director <strong>of</strong> Client & Volunteer Serv.<br />
Ext. 20<br />
Dr. Elizabeth Bybee – Sr. Consulting Veterinarian<br />
Dr. Lyndall Soule – Consulting Veterinarian<br />
<strong>Humane</strong> Times Volunteer Staff<br />
Deb Freed, Editor<br />
Cindy Haskett<br />
Shana Holub<br />
Lynn Molloy<br />
Bob Nyberg<br />
Maria Whittle<br />
Honorary Board<br />
Cornelia Perez<br />
Sheila Marshall<br />
Mike Molloy<br />
Dick Pippert<br />
Michelle Servos, RN, JD<br />
Jim Thompson<br />
Bill Hudson<br />
Virginia Schwerin<br />
Fritz Spitzmiller, JD<br />
Horace C. Ford<br />
Joanne Grymes<br />
Thomas McDevitt<br />
Shelter Management<br />
G. L. Freed, Graphics<br />
Cornelia Perez<br />
Mary Schenkel<br />
Linda Scott<br />
Maria Whittle<br />
Shelter Staff Writers:<br />
Connie Cotherman, Tim Swift, & Janet Winik<strong>of</strong>f<br />
© 2011 <strong>Humane</strong> <strong>Society</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Vero</strong> <strong>Beach</strong> & <strong>Indian</strong> <strong>River</strong><br />
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COVER PHOTO: Santa Claws - Valentino Peruzzi<br />
by Jason Peruzzi
ANIMAL CARE<br />
& SHELTERING<br />
One <strong>of</strong> Our Missions<br />
While many <strong>of</strong> the Shelter’s supporters understand<br />
the role that the <strong>Humane</strong> <strong>Society</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Vero</strong> <strong>Beach</strong><br />
and <strong>Indian</strong> <strong>River</strong> <strong>County</strong>’s (HSVB&IRC) Animal<br />
Care team plays in helping the animals <strong>of</strong> our community, it<br />
is not uncommon for us to extend our efforts to aid animals<br />
beyond the borders <strong>of</strong> our county.<br />
Over the past 6 months, HSVB&IRC animal care staff<br />
played a pivotal role in helping The American <strong>Society</strong> for the<br />
Prevention <strong>of</strong> Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) and St. Lucie <strong>County</strong><br />
Animal Control respond to a case where over 150 animals were<br />
found in neglectful conditions at a dilapidated facility run by<br />
a rescue group. HSVB&IRC staff members donated their time<br />
over a period <strong>of</strong> several days to help clean the facility until<br />
arrangements could be made for the animals and worked with<br />
the medical team to help assess and care for the animals on<br />
site. Our Shelter took in 16 animals, many whom were sick and<br />
needed months <strong>of</strong> care in order to be restored to full health.<br />
Two members <strong>of</strong> our Animal Care team responded as volunteers<br />
when a tornado devastated the city <strong>of</strong> Joplin, Missouri.<br />
The city was leveled with disoriented, lost animals trying to<br />
<br />
lies who’d lost everything but were hoping to be reunited with<br />
their animal companions. Over the course <strong>of</strong> a week, our two<br />
team members helped care for hundreds <strong>of</strong> Joplin animals. We<br />
also assisted the Joplin <strong>Humane</strong> <strong>Society</strong> by photographing and<br />
identifying the animals entering their shelter to make it easier<br />
for families to reclaim their pets. The area was so devastated<br />
<br />
was over an hour away in Miami, Oklahoma.<br />
Why do we receive so many calls for assistance? The<br />
answer is simple. Many organizations across the country know<br />
that the <strong>Humane</strong> <strong>Society</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Vero</strong> <strong>Beach</strong> and <strong>Indian</strong> <strong>River</strong><br />
<strong>County</strong>’s Animal Care team has been thoroughly trained in<br />
disaster response. We understand what needs to be done when<br />
an emergency arises – and we know how to do it quickly and<br />
<br />
Providing humane care and shelter for<br />
homeless animals<br />
Promoting spaying and neutering <strong>of</strong><br />
companion animals<br />
as possible. We’ve also had our share <strong>of</strong> caring for animals after<br />
both natural disasters and man-made disasters. Our mettle<br />
has been tested repeatedly as our small team <strong>of</strong> 16 animal<br />
care technicians has helped animals during many local crises:<br />
Hurricanes Frances and Jeanne, the Noah’s Ark Springer spaniel<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
Although helping the animals at HSVB&IRC is a full-time,<br />
365-day-a-year responsibility, it’s something that each and<br />
every one <strong>of</strong> the staff is devoted to and takes very seriously.<br />
HSVB&IRC receives between 6,000-7,000 animals annually,<br />
and every animal entering through our Shelter’s doors receives<br />
the very best care, thanks to the compassionate staff on our<br />
Animal Care team.<br />
Because <strong>of</strong> the support <strong>of</strong> our community and organizations<br />
such as The ASPCA and The <strong>Humane</strong> <strong>Society</strong> <strong>of</strong> the United<br />
States, we are able to share our expertise and lend a hand<br />
to other organizations whose animals are also in need. With<br />
the support and help from the community, we will continue to<br />
make certain that the animals <strong>of</strong> <strong>Indian</strong> <strong>River</strong> <strong>County</strong>, and others<br />
who need our help, receive the very best care possible.<br />
HSVB&IRC would like to thank the American <strong>Society</strong> for the<br />
Prevention <strong>of</strong> Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) for supporting<br />
our efforts by providing grants for our emergency response<br />
effort in St. Lucie <strong>County</strong>, Florida and Joplin, Missouri as<br />
well as for providing funds for a vaccination program.<br />
JW<br />
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Max<br />
If you’ve ever known a person who had<br />
a less than desirable moniker, then you know<br />
how important names can be. Our pet’s names<br />
are no different. HSVB&IRC receives animals<br />
in a number <strong>of</strong> ways. In some cases the pets<br />
have been turned in due to their caretaker’s<br />
housing or medical issues, in which case we <strong>of</strong>ten<br />
know the pet’s name. In others, the animal<br />
may come to us with no history.<br />
Experts advise keeping the same name for older pets who<br />
came from a positive environment, as they may not respond to<br />
a new name. For younger animals and those without a name<br />
history, a new name is appropriate. HSVB&IRC Dog Behavior<br />
Specialist Connie Ellis says, “If the pet comes from a cruelty<br />
situation, a name change may be in order.” She also acknowledges<br />
that, “Sometimes the adopter, for whatever reason, may<br />
want to change the pet’s name.” If this is the case, she advises,<br />
“A natural transition might be to use both the old name followed<br />
by the new name and eventually dropping the old. An<br />
example might be a pet named “Pleasure” who the new owner<br />
Bella<br />
Sebastian Thrift Shop Expands<br />
PAW PATTER<br />
What's in a Name?<br />
Renovation work began<br />
at the Sebastian Thrift Shop<br />
in July to expand the existing<br />
store into the adjacent<br />
<br />
display space had been tight<br />
for some time at the popular<br />
store on SR 512. According<br />
to Thrift Shops’ Operations<br />
Manager Annette Barcus, “The work rooms were moved into the<br />
<br />
<br />
room could be created. Walls were moved and relocated, and<br />
nice new dressing rooms were constructed. Since there was a<br />
limited budget, a lot <strong>of</strong> the work was done by <strong>Humane</strong> <strong>Society</strong><br />
volunteers. They painted walls, reworked shelving, and did a<br />
<br />
wares, and linen departments have all been expanded.<br />
Annette said, “This renovation could<br />
not have worked so well without the<br />
wonderful team at the Sebastian Store.<br />
Manager Patti Blackwell did a great job<br />
<strong>of</strong> planning and organizing the project<br />
with the tremendous team <strong>of</strong> volunteers.<br />
We would also like to thank Jo<br />
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now wants to call “Ginger” – until the pet<br />
begins to recognize the new name, it would<br />
be called “Pleasure-Ginger.”<br />
Experts all tell us that animals respond<br />
better to one or two syllable names. When<br />
naming a dog you should avoid names that<br />
sound like the standard commands <strong>of</strong> “sit,<br />
stay, down, come – for example: “Kit” (sit)<br />
or “Faye” (stay). Also, always remember the<br />
social aspects <strong>of</strong> a name that you’ll be using or calling out in<br />
public. Never give an animal a name with derogatory, inappropriate,<br />
or illegal connotations such as “Stinky” or “Killer.”<br />
HSVB&IRC <strong>Humane</strong> Education Director Janet Winik<strong>of</strong>f cautions,<br />
“Never reprimand an animal using his or her name. If you yell<br />
at a pet using the name, he or she will be less likely to come<br />
when called; always use the name in a positive context.”<br />
Be patient and s<strong>of</strong>t-spoken to your new pet and give her<br />
time to adjust. In fact, waiting a bit and studying your pet may<br />
help you choose the best name. Sometimes the pet will tell<br />
you his name!<br />
Cali<br />
Molly Harley<br />
Alphabet Soup for Dogs<br />
When I started out training<br />
dogs, I felt it was important to<br />
have some credentials or cer-<br />
<br />
selected have led me to a slew<br />
<strong>of</strong> initials after my name. The<br />
original designation was Certi-<br />
<br />
"Abby" Koroly – Nosework for Dogs<br />
tion Council for Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Dog Trainers (CCPDT) changed<br />
<br />
Knowledge Assessed.<br />
In 2011, the need for behavior pr<strong>of</strong>essionals came to life<br />
<br />
Knowledge Assessed. This focuses on fear, phobias, and aggression.<br />
Since I work with many <strong>of</strong> these problems, I was happy to<br />
<br />
ibility and recognition for dealing with the behavioral problems<br />
that cause so much tension in human-canine relationships.<br />
<br />
the CCPDT. This newest recognition is a training skills assessment.<br />
In the skills exam I had to train the dog or teach the<br />
<br />
<br />
sional Dog Trainer-Knowledge and Skills Assessed (CPDT-KSA)<br />
<br />
Cissy Sumner, CPDT-KSA, CBCC-KA
TO THEIR HEALTH...<br />
by Dr. Elizabeth M. Bybee, DVM<br />
Feline Hyperthyroid Disease<br />
A New Treatment Option<br />
Hyperthyroidism is a condition that<br />
can occur in middle-aged or older cats<br />
due to a tumor or hyperplasia <strong>of</strong> one<br />
or both thyroid glands. The condition is<br />
<br />
loss, excessive thirst and urination, increased<br />
appetite, vomiting, and occasionally<br />
behavior changes, such as increased<br />
vocalization. Possible complications <strong>of</strong><br />
heart, liver, or kidney disease need to<br />
be evaluated and managed. Diagnostic<br />
tests that should be performed are blood<br />
tests (including thyroid hormone levels),<br />
urinalysis, possibly chest X-rays, and<br />
ultrasound <strong>of</strong> the heart.<br />
Less than 4% <strong>of</strong> the thyroid lesions<br />
are malignant, but left untreated, they<br />
cause an overproduction <strong>of</strong> thyroid hormone<br />
which speeds up the cat's metabolism.<br />
Eventually this becomes critical,<br />
causing organ failure, especially heart<br />
failure, then death. Until very recently<br />
this disease had only three methods <strong>of</strong><br />
treatment:<br />
(1) oral pills (methimazole), given 1-3<br />
times a day<br />
(2) surgical removal <strong>of</strong> the enlarged<br />
thyroid<br />
(3) radioactive iodine (I-131) treatment.<br />
The newest method <strong>of</strong> therapy is<br />
dietary management with Hill's Y/D diet.<br />
This food strictly controls the amount <strong>of</strong><br />
iodine that is fed to the cat, so it must<br />
be an exclusive diet (no other foods allowed).<br />
Lower iodine in the food causes a<br />
reduced production <strong>of</strong> thyroid hormones<br />
and is an effective long term treatment<br />
for many cats.<br />
If your cat has been diagnosed with<br />
hyperthyroid disease, discuss the different<br />
treatment options with your pet's<br />
veterinarian.<br />
by Laurie Iodice, Cat Specialist<br />
POSITIVE GROOMING EXPERIENCES<br />
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may run and hide as soon as they see a brush or<br />
comb. You can convince your cat that grooming<br />
sessions don’t have to be traumatic by gradually<br />
changing the way you approach the whole grooming<br />
experience.<br />
Begin your sessions with a s<strong>of</strong>t rubber, nubby<br />
brush and have her favorite treats close by. Hold<br />
the brush near her, and let her safely inspect it.<br />
As she touches the brush with her nose or paw,<br />
give a treat. That’s all. Stop! After a few sessions<br />
<strong>of</strong> kitty inspecting and receiving a treat, gradually progress to<br />
lightly touching her fur with the brush and <strong>of</strong>fer a treat. Once<br />
your cat has accepted the feel <strong>of</strong> the brush without complaint,<br />
Holiday Hazards for Pets<br />
Each year during the holiday<br />
season we read about pets who have<br />
been seriously injured or killed from<br />
regular household items that many<br />
<strong>of</strong> us have around during the holidays.<br />
The list below includes items<br />
that can cause anything from mild<br />
gastric problems to serious illness or<br />
death. This is especially an issue for<br />
young pets who are naturally curious<br />
and playful. Use caution so your pets<br />
can have a healthy New Year.<br />
If you suspect your pet has been<br />
poisoned, the ASPCA Animal Poison<br />
<br />
manned by specially trained veterinary<br />
toxicologists 24 hours/365 days<br />
a year. There is a fee, but it includes<br />
a follow-up consultation. It’s a small<br />
price to pay for your pet’s life.<br />
1. Plants – Mistletoe, Holly, Lilies,<br />
Christmas tree sap & pine needles<br />
2. Ribbons, Tinsel, Styr<strong>of</strong>oam<br />
3. Ornaments & Hooks – They look<br />
like toys to pets<br />
4. Balloons & Confetti<br />
5. Small Turkey/Chicken Bones<br />
6. Chocolate, Grapes, Raisins, all <strong>of</strong><br />
the Onion family<br />
7. Burning Candles<br />
<br />
9. Potpourri – especially liquids<br />
10. Antifreeze (Deadly!)<br />
gently stroke her fur once. Give a treat. Gradually<br />
increase the length and number <strong>of</strong> strokes always<br />
followed by a treat. Vary where you brush your cat<br />
and immediately stop if she shows signs <strong>of</strong> anxiety<br />
or distress. You can try another grooming session<br />
later in the day.<br />
With multiple short sessions each day, you<br />
can build your cat’s tolerance and acceptance <strong>of</strong><br />
grooming in a fairly short time. Just remember to<br />
use a s<strong>of</strong>t voice, a gentle touch, keep the session<br />
short, and <strong>of</strong>fer a treat afterward. Once you have<br />
your kitty enjoying the brushing experience, try a comb using<br />
the same technique.<br />
Happy grooming!<br />
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Lowe's Heroes Barnstorm <strong>Humane</strong> <strong>Society</strong><br />
In September, 30 volunteers<br />
from the Lowe’s Heroes program<br />
arrived with materials and a<br />
“give-back” spirit<br />
at our barn to build<br />
two 30 X 30 foot<br />
paddocks. The barn<br />
and paddocks provide refuge for the homeless<br />
exotic animals and livestock we shelter. According<br />
to Animal Protective Services Director Ilka Daniel,<br />
The Mutt Show<br />
& Howl-o-ween<br />
Ashley Evans & "Bailey"<br />
All American Mutt Winner<br />
HSVB&IRC is seeing an increase<br />
in exotics and farm animals due to<br />
the economy, and Lowe’s generous<br />
spirit doubles our<br />
capacity to handle<br />
them. The Lowe’s<br />
Heroes program<br />
is a way for Lowe’s employees to give back to<br />
<br />
<strong>of</strong> “Let’s Build Something Together.”
Cause For Paws 2012<br />
March 29 & 30 The 2012 Cause For Paws<br />
will be a two-night extravaganza,<br />
March 29th and 30th, at<br />
the <strong>Vero</strong> <strong>Beach</strong> Museum <strong>of</strong> Art.<br />
<br />
edition <strong>of</strong> this wonderful event!<br />
As usual, Cause for Paws<br />
will provide a unique selection <strong>of</strong><br />
auction items featuring nights on<br />
<br />
antiques along with complimentary wine, open bar, and bountiful hors d'oeuvres. Some <strong>of</strong><br />
the special auction items are:<br />
Star Clipper Cruise – A 7 day Caribbean cruise for 2 people on the Royal Clipper<br />
sailing ship<br />
Zulu Nyala African Photographic Safari – Accommodations for 2 people for 6<br />
nights in South Africa including 2 game drives plus 3 meals daily<br />
New York Apartment in May – For 5 days/4 nights at the renowned Rockefeller<br />
Apartments<br />
<strong>Humane</strong> Dinner Chez Vous – <br />
house by <strong>Humane</strong> <strong>Society</strong> Directors and Board Members<br />
Wine Tasting Cruise – For 6 people on the <strong>Indian</strong> <strong>River</strong> with a selection <strong>of</strong> wines<br />
and food<br />
Beech Mountain Cabin in NC – One week in a 3 bed, 3 ½ bath resort home at<br />
5,300 ft. elevation<br />
A number <strong>of</strong> changes are planned that will keep the buzz about the event alive long<br />
after the party is over. The most exciting new feature is the introduction <strong>of</strong> BidPal®, a<br />
silent auction system that will allow you to monitor the items you are interested in and bid<br />
<br />
<strong>County</strong> to use this remarkable new system!<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
important fundraiser <strong>of</strong> the year for the <strong>Humane</strong> <strong>Society</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Vero</strong> <strong>Beach</strong> and <strong>Indian</strong> <strong>River</strong><br />
<strong>County</strong>. Please join with all the caring and compassionate people who share our interest in<br />
serving the displaced and needy animals in <strong>Indian</strong> <strong>River</strong> <strong>County</strong>.<br />
For more information, please contact Tim Swift, Director <strong>of</strong> Development or Connie<br />
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HSVB&IRC Annual Meeting<br />
2011-12 Board (L to R from top) Michelle Servos,<br />
Jim Thompson, Cheryl Gerstner, Dick Pippert, Jo<br />
Ann Becker, Fritz Spitzmiller, Bill Hudson, David<br />
Brower, Cindy Haskett, Deb Freed, Mike Molloy,<br />
Sheila Marshall, Debbi Vickers (not pictured: Roger<br />
Haines, Sam <strong>Beach</strong>, Bill Frates, Maria Whittle)<br />
The Annual Meeting <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Humane</strong><br />
<strong>Society</strong> was held on November 9, 2011.<br />
After opening remarks by Executive<br />
Director Chalmers Morse, the meeting<br />
began with a heartwarming “Year in Review”<br />
PowerPoint created by Director <strong>of</strong> Education<br />
Janet Winik<strong>of</strong>f. Annual Awards were presented<br />
as follows: Reynolds Achievement Award-Janet<br />
Winik<strong>of</strong>f & Ilka Daniel – Animal Companion<br />
Award-Karen Hettinger – Special Recognition-<br />
Joan Carlson Radabaugh (ASPCA) & Deputy<br />
Luke Keppel – Corporate Sponsor Award-Lowes<br />
Corporation – Nancy Benedict Leadership<br />
Award-Cynthia Haskett – Humanitarian Award-<br />
Joanna Salina – President's Award-Ralph &<br />
Jane King – Joan Carlson Animal Protection<br />
Award-Maria Ramirez – Lillian Becker Volunteer<br />
Award-Eileen Derrick – Media Award-Sam Wolfe<br />
– Employee Of The Year-Connie Cotherman –<br />
Golden Angel Volunteers-Joan Faulkner, Virginia<br />
Goodwin, Joanna Salina. Board members for<br />
the 2011-12 year were presented and welcomed<br />
by President Fritz Spitzmiller.<br />
All for Paws<br />
Gift Shop<br />
in the <strong>Indian</strong> <strong>River</strong> Mall<br />
Mon. – Sat. 10am – 9pm<br />
Sun. – 12pm – 6 pm<br />
It’s gift buying time and there’s<br />
no better place to shop for pets<br />
and pet lovers than the All for<br />
Paws gift shop. (west <strong>of</strong> the<br />
main entrance and food court)<br />
Special! Dec. 1st – 15th<br />
$25 - $2 <strong>of</strong>f<br />
$50 - $5 <strong>of</strong>f<br />
$150 - $10 <strong>of</strong>f<br />
PHONE 584-3831<br />
Volunteer Coordinator<br />
Brittany Norair<br />
HSVB&IRC<br />
welcomes<br />
our new<br />
Volunteer<br />
Coordinator,<br />
Brittany Norair.<br />
Brittany<br />
moved here in 2001 from Cape Cod,<br />
Massachusetts.<br />
Her compassion for animals has<br />
been evident throughout her life. In<br />
2009 she became an active volunteer<br />
with several local animal rescues in<br />
<strong>Indian</strong> <strong>River</strong> <strong>County</strong>. In early 2011,<br />
Brittany became a volunteer at the<br />
<strong>Humane</strong> <strong>Society</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Vero</strong> <strong>Beach</strong> and<br />
<strong>Indian</strong> <strong>River</strong> <strong>County</strong>. Within a few<br />
months <strong>of</strong> volunteering she was<br />
awarded “Volunteer <strong>of</strong> the Month”<br />
and has now joined our staff as Volunteer<br />
Coordinator.<br />
Brittany has a pit-bull mix, Thai,<br />
who she adopted at 2 ½ weeks old<br />
because he had been rejected by<br />
his mother. Although she was told<br />
he wouldn't make it, she never gave<br />
up. Now, Thai is a happy and healthy<br />
3-year-old dog. She plans to apply<br />
the same "never give up" attitude to<br />
her position with HSVB&IRC.<br />
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The Kachaylo Pets<br />
Jeanette and Howard Schacht are the proud parents <strong>of</strong> Silky, a 6-yearold<br />
Terrier/Chihuahua-mix they adopted in June 2011. After mourning the<br />
loss <strong>of</strong> Princess, 16, and Frisky, 17, their mini-Dachshund/Spitz-mix dogs,<br />
they felt it was time to take Silky into their hearts.<br />
After having been abused by her previous owners, Silky has made a remarkable<br />
recovery. On the Schacht's 10-acre property, Silky plays with dogs<br />
belonging to extended family members until they're ready to drop.<br />
Howard says Silky is a "lap dog," but Jeanette adds, " Silky is a great<br />
guard dog. When anybody comes to the door, Silky barks, which is good<br />
because we're hard <strong>of</strong> hearing." It sounds like Silky is better than a door<br />
bell. Howard said, "Even when there's no one at the door, Silky jumps up<br />
by the front window and growls and grumbles," telling visitors she's protecting<br />
her turf. A mini alarm system – what a girl!<br />
Marmalady Taylor-Thiel<br />
New Beginnings an<br />
The Kachaylo family has a long-standing tradition <strong>of</strong> having family<br />
Christmas card photos taken with Santa Paws at the <strong>Humane</strong> <strong>Society</strong>.<br />
“We’ve come to Santa Paws every year since our daughter Sarah was<br />
two,” says Laura Kachaylo. “It was the only place that allowed family<br />
pictures with the pets. It’s usually a wonderful picture.”<br />
The photographic record is a poignant way to remember pet family<br />
members who have since passed on. In this photo, gone but not for-<br />
<br />
when daughter Kathleen took a photography class at the Shelter.<br />
My husband said, “You know she’s coming home with a cat, and<br />
sure enough, she came home with one. Oh my gosh, she is the sweetest<br />
thing; she’s all white and about 7-years-old. We’ve taken lots <strong>of</strong> pictures<br />
<strong>of</strong> her; she’s very photogenic. We’ll probably end up with a dog when<br />
we go for this year’s picture. We don’t usually leave the Shelter empty<br />
handed!”<br />
SH<br />
MS<br />
Silky Schacht<br />
After having suffered the loss <strong>of</strong> longtime companion pets, some<br />
people might think it is courageous to invite a two-month-old, brighteyed<br />
orange kitten into your home. Rather, Judith Taylor thought it<br />
<br />
Marmalady, the subject <strong>of</strong> Judith’s affection, has become the new<br />
focal point in Ms. Taylor’s life. The whirling-dervish kitten presents her<br />
with new entertainment on a daily basis. Marmalady has already demonstrated<br />
a few peculiar traits, like eating her dinner while lying with<br />
her head in the food dish. In just a short time she has quickly become<br />
a part <strong>of</strong> the family – “A very vocal part <strong>of</strong> the family,” Judith added.<br />
However, some signs <strong>of</strong> feline stubbornness have cropped up;<br />
perhaps learning to take walks on a leash may take a few more<br />
Judith-Marmalady conversations.<br />
In hindsight, adopting Marmalady has turned out to be about<br />
making at least two lives better.<br />
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d Happy Endings<br />
The Geyers, devoted supporters <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Humane</strong> <strong>Society</strong>, have<br />
provided a loving home for many animals over the years so when<br />
Pumpkin was returned to the Shelter, Suzanne Geyer agreed to foster<br />
the tiny poodle. Of course once in their home, Suzanne and her late<br />
husband David made Pumpkin a permanent member <strong>of</strong> the family.<br />
Suzanne describes Pumpkin as a devoted lap dog who spent<br />
many hours sitting quietly with David. Otherwise, Pumpkin is a<br />
seven-pound live wire who enjoys the two large cats who share<br />
her home. She can be found snuggled together with the cats,<br />
snoozing on Suzanne’s bed.<br />
Pumpkin enjoys going for rides in the car and running around<br />
the house playing with her many toys, grumbling s<strong>of</strong>tly to let<br />
everyone know that they are hers.<br />
She loves everyone – cats, dogs, and children and is a loyal<br />
companion who brings great joy and comfort to Suzanne.<br />
Mia DeCosa<br />
Willie, Diane Stein's 7-year-old Cavalier King Charles spaniel, goes everywhere<br />
she goes. Adopted at 6 months <strong>of</strong> age, Diane says, "HSVB&IRC did a<br />
wonderful job training Willie. He's the perfect dog for an old lady; he's smart<br />
and has good manners."<br />
Willie is Diane's "only child," a combination <strong>of</strong> canine companion, family<br />
member, and best friend. "When I go down the stairs he follows me. When we<br />
go for a walk, if I slow down, he slows down."<br />
Willie has the kind <strong>of</strong> personality that has to have his mommy right in his<br />
line <strong>of</strong> sight. You just know when Diane is watching TV, Willie has to be resting<br />
right at her feet. Diane takes him with her when she goes out, and they can <strong>of</strong>ten<br />
be spotted around town together. They can't bear to be apart for too long.<br />
It's a true love story.<br />
SH<br />
All <strong>of</strong> the items pictured on these pages (and many more) are<br />
available at the All For Paws gift shop in the <strong>Indian</strong> <strong>River</strong> Mall <br />
CH<br />
Pumpkin Geyer<br />
Little Mia has a new home, a new person – Cara, and four new siblings<br />
that don't look a thing like the kitties she's used to. She's the lone<br />
cat among four frisky dogs. How does that work? Cara says it's just great!<br />
<br />
<br />
she was so cute and playful. About half <strong>of</strong> her coat is orange and the rest<br />
is black. Her inquisitive face is half-n-half. Playful Mia loves her mouse,<br />
crinkle ball, and chasing string and yarn. She spins atop her scratch post,<br />
scoots on her side to reach a toy, and plays fetch with a twist; it’s Cara<br />
who fetches!<br />
Sweet Mia is a lap cat, a "kiss-my-tummy" kitty, and takes up most<br />
<br />
that "cats are totally not dogs."<br />
LM<br />
Willie Stein<br />
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HUMANE EDUCATION<br />
Jeanna Giese – World Rabies Day<br />
Jeanna<br />
Giese, the<br />
<br />
known rabies<br />
survivor,<br />
recently lent her name and support to the <strong>Humane</strong> <strong>Society</strong> <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>Vero</strong> <strong>Beach</strong> and <strong>Indian</strong> <strong>River</strong> <strong>County</strong> (HSVB&IRC) as the Shelter<br />
worked to educate the public about this almost always fatal yet<br />
100% preventable disease during World Rabies Day.<br />
In 2004, at the age <strong>of</strong> 15, Giese made medical history after<br />
surviving the bite <strong>of</strong> a rabid bat. The Fond du Lac, Wisconsin<br />
teen’s life was saved thanks to an experimental treatment. Now<br />
a 22-year-old college graduate, the avid animal lover devotes<br />
her efforts to enlightening the public about rabies prevention. “I<br />
believe that rabies education and general animal and bite safety<br />
is so important for children - and adults as well. I did not know<br />
about rabies when I was 15 years old and because <strong>of</strong> that I paid<br />
a price,” she said. Since Giese’s illness, only four other people are<br />
known to have survived rabies without vaccination.<br />
Jeanna played an integral part in helping the Shelter raise<br />
consciousness about rabies by working with local media, including<br />
WTTB’s radio host Bob Soos. Jeanna also openly shared her<br />
story <strong>of</strong> survival with students at both <strong>Vero</strong> <strong>Beach</strong> and Sebastian<br />
Blessing the Animals<br />
<strong>River</strong> high schools via posts she’s made on YouTube. “My goal is<br />
simply to raise rabies awareness…I think that speaking to children<br />
directly and showing them how (rabies) has affected my life<br />
is a very effective way to raise awareness.”<br />
In addition to Jeanna’s help, HSVB&IRC extends special<br />
thanks to The Global Alliance for Rabies Control (GARC) and<br />
<br />
ous gift allowed the Shelter<br />
to vaccinate 250 animals<br />
belonging to members <strong>of</strong> the<br />
public. HSVB&IRC held one<br />
clinic in Fellsmere and another<br />
at the Shelter on September<br />
<br />
thanks also to HSVB&IRC veterinarians<br />
Dr. Beth Bybee and<br />
Dr. Lyndall Soule, community<br />
veterinarians Dr. Jeffrey Slade<br />
and Dr. Annette Sysel, and<br />
HSVB&IRC staff, who were<br />
also instrumental in helping<br />
us vaccinate the animals <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>Indian</strong> <strong>River</strong> <strong>County</strong>. JW<br />
PET PAGES<br />
Book Review<br />
About 20 people braved the October<br />
storms to attend a Blessing <strong>of</strong> the<br />
Animals and have their pets blessed by Curl up with your pet & a good book<br />
Pastor Dave Newhart at St. Elizabeth’s<br />
A DOG’S PURPOSE<br />
Church. Pastor Newhart commented<br />
that “as God’s creatures, we want to<br />
bless God’s creation.” Along with their<br />
by W. Bruce Cameron<br />
As humans, we probably<br />
have wondered what we are here<br />
on earth to do. Author W. Bruce<br />
pets, the attendees also came with Cameron, a syndicated columnist<br />
donations for the <strong>Humane</strong> <strong>Society</strong>. and dog lover, must have thought<br />
there was more to a dog’s pur-<br />
HSVB&IRC thanks Jeremy Maury pose than chewing a bone or<br />
and Temple Beth Shalom for recently chasing a rascally squirrel, so he wrote A<br />
<br />
13-year-old Maury coordinated the<br />
blessing with Rabbi Michael Birnholz<br />
Dog’s Purpose.<br />
If you have ever wondered what you<br />
mean to your dog, A Dog’s Purpose will<br />
most assuredly tell you. There is humor and<br />
and Cantor Dannah Rubinstein for his great suspense in this book. It can be a fast<br />
bar mitzvah tzedakah project which read, or it can be one that you put down<br />
encourages individuals to perform acts after a couple <strong>of</strong> chapters to go look at your<br />
<strong>of</strong> kindness.<br />
<br />
Regardless <strong>of</strong> how you read this book, in<br />
Director <strong>of</strong> Education Janet Winik<strong>of</strong>f and Director <strong>of</strong> Animal Care Maria<br />
the end you will understand what you mean<br />
to your dog.<br />
Ramirez were recently quoted in a story by the Associated Press on medi-<br />
A Dog’s Purpose is available in papercating<br />
pets. The resulting article subsequently appeared in many national back, and DreamWorks® plans to make it<br />
publications. We’re proud to have these highly regarded experts on our staff. into a movie.<br />
MW
Who<br />
will<br />
speak<br />
for<br />
us?<br />
Speaking for the Animals<br />
IRA Charitable Rollover Extended Through 2011<br />
In 2006 Congress passed, and President Bush signed, the<br />
IRA Charitable Rollover which allowed anyone with an IRA who<br />
<br />
Retirement Accounts (IRA’s) to charity without having to count<br />
the distributions as taxable income. This provision was set to<br />
expire in 2009 but was extended through 2011.<br />
This is a wonderful mechanism for the holder <strong>of</strong> an IRA to<br />
avoid having to pay taxes on a sizeable portion <strong>of</strong> their income<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
directly from your IRA to a charity is a great way to get a tax<br />
break if you no longer itemize deductions on your tax return,<br />
Thanks for the Community Support<br />
<br />
received a shopping pass during Macy’s<br />
“Shop for a Cause.”<br />
During Mulligan’s “Dog Days <strong>of</strong> Summer”<br />
community event, 20% <strong>of</strong> the proceeds<br />
were donated to the <strong>Humane</strong> <strong>Society</strong>.<br />
At the Community Fun Night in October,<br />
Chili’s donated 10% <strong>of</strong> the proceeds from<br />
<br />
Ruby Tuesday’s “Community GiveBack<br />
Program” donated 20% <strong>of</strong> the tab for<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
Who<br />
will<br />
speak<br />
for<br />
us?<br />
and because <strong>of</strong> that, cannot deduct charitable contributions.<br />
Some <strong>of</strong> our most loyal supporters have already taken advantage<br />
<strong>of</strong> this option, but I wanted to take a moment to bring<br />
it to the attention <strong>of</strong> those <strong>of</strong> you who may not have been<br />
aware <strong>of</strong> it and ask that you give it consideration. As with any<br />
transaction that could affect your tax liability, I strongly suggest<br />
<br />
how making a transfer from your IRA to the <strong>Humane</strong> <strong>Society</strong> <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>Vero</strong> <strong>Beach</strong> and <strong>Indian</strong> <strong>River</strong> <strong>County</strong> will affect you.<br />
If you have any questions about the IRA Charitable Rollover<br />
or any <strong>of</strong> the many options that are available to you for<br />
a planned gift to the Shelter, please feel free to call me, Tim<br />
<br />
Dear Santa Paws,<br />
The <strong>Humane</strong> <strong>Society</strong> needs:<br />
Technology<br />
Refurbished desk top computers<br />
$1000 will buy five<br />
Increased Server Capacity<br />
New server - $563<br />
Additional 500GB <strong>of</strong> storage - $500<br />
<br />
Medical<br />
Large spay pack<br />
$650 will get the two we need<br />
Post-Operative warming blankets<br />
Warm water pump - $1695<br />
Small blanket wrap - $225<br />
Large blanket wrap - $300<br />
Foot plate for Electrosurgical Generator<br />
$399<br />
Pulse oximeter w/foot probe - $700<br />
Warm Water circulating pump w/Blanket<br />
$335<br />
General<br />
New Guardian Angels & Tooth Fairies - $250<br />
Underwriter for each <strong>Humane</strong> Times - $5000<br />
<br />
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TS<br />
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In Memory <strong>of</strong> and In Honor <strong>of</strong> Family & Friends<br />
Donations given from July 1, 2011 through September 30, 2011<br />
In memory <strong>of</strong>… Donated by…<br />
Mrs. Joan Augusta Ms. Heather McCarthy<br />
Mrs. Katherine Wolf<br />
Mrs. Mary E. Barnard Mrs. Anne B. Cannon<br />
DR Bookkeeping LLC<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Robert E Ennis<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Dennis Hardcastle<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Robert P. Millspaugh<br />
Ms. Elsie Redstone<br />
Mr. & Mrs. David Tuttle<br />
Mr. Brent F. Welch<br />
Mr. & Mrs. DeWayne Wilkey<br />
Mr. Richard Bell Mr. & Mrs. Edward W. Browning<br />
Ms. Elizabeth Carroll Ms. Selma R. Breslin<br />
Ms. Angela Catallo Ms. Barbara McHenry<br />
Mr. Gerald Clark Mrs. Sandra N. Eskridge<br />
Mrs. Jean Collinson Mr. & Mrs. George Conrades<br />
Mrs. Margaret Mitchell<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Newman<br />
Ms. Katherine F. Strickland<br />
Ms. Betsy Swanhaus<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Charles C. Wurmstedt<br />
Mrs. Jean Crane Mr. & Mrs. Michael Bass<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Peter B. Benedict<br />
Mrs. Zella K. Crawford<br />
Capt. & Mrs. Daniel C. Dennison<br />
Mrs. Caroline O. Hallinan<br />
Mrs. Roland J. Hoguet<br />
Mrs. Lee W. Lake<br />
Mrs. Paul J. Levering<br />
Mr. & Mrs. J. R. Malone<br />
Ms. Lynda G. Miller<br />
Mr. & Mrs. T. Rene Perez<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Rick J. Richesin<br />
Mr. Edward A. Riley<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Timothy Schwerin<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Hans Van Zonneveld<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Marshall L. Wolf<br />
Mr. Jacob Daly Mrs. Evelyn Daly<br />
Ms. Judy Daly Mrs. Evelyn Daly<br />
Mr. David Geyer Mr. & Mrs. C. Dwight Baker<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Peter B. Benedict<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Eric Bessels<br />
Ms. Genevieve Bulmer<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Timothy Cheney<br />
Ms. Carol Ann Falk<br />
Ms. Shelly Ferger<br />
Dr. & Mrs. Gary Freed<br />
Ms. Nancy P. Geyer<br />
Mrs. Richard Graebert<br />
Mr. Alan Graebert<br />
Mr. & Mrs. George Haburay<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Peter H<strong>of</strong>fman<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Jack Howe<br />
Ms. Dorothy E Kloss<br />
Ms. Juanita M. Long<br />
Mrs. Raymond J. Odiorne<br />
Mr. & Mrs. T. Rene Perez<br />
Ms. Mary W. Perry<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Robert W. Pickett<br />
Mrs. Mary Ellen Replogle<br />
Mrs. Janet F. Riley<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Agustin H. Salina<br />
Ms. Holly Shute<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Fritz M. Spitzmiller, II<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Franklin J. Tate, Sr.<br />
Ms. Marie S. Tufo<br />
Mr. John Greenland Mrs. Marjorie M. Jennings<br />
Ms. Matilda Hoyle Mr. & Mrs. William C. Westall<br />
Mr. Morgan Hunter Mr. & Mrs. Mark Pessa<br />
Mrs. Caroline Pfeiffer<br />
Mrs. Robert G. Rose<br />
Mrs. Sue Jewett Mrs. Arthur J. Grymes, III<br />
In memory <strong>of</strong>… Donated by…<br />
Mrs. Jessika Kockel Mr. & Mrs. Arthur J. Luongo<br />
Ms. Barbara L. Strunk<br />
Ms. Florence Doyle<br />
Mr. Chuck Lang Mr. & Mrs. Mark Kardinsky<br />
Mr. John Todd<br />
Mr. & Mrs. David Weiner<br />
Ms. Alice Lindenberger Ms. Donna Tinker<br />
Ms. Lindy Lindenberger Ms. Donna Tinker<br />
Mr. Anthony Liotta Mr. & Mrs. Ned Gartner<br />
Ms. Alice Loiacono Mr. Jerome S. Broder<br />
Mr. John Lopes Mr. & Mrs. Paul G. Little<br />
Mr. Joey McCown Mrs. Mary E. Laughton<br />
Mr. Lacy Milam Mr. & Mrs. Russell E. Garvin<br />
Mrs. Esther Morrow Mr. & Mrs. Walter W. Lagerquist<br />
Ms. Nora Laird<br />
Ms. Shirley Millar<br />
Ms. Marian S. Wenzel<br />
Mr. Fred Zander<br />
Ms. Beatrice Muller Ms. Toni M. Gallo<br />
Mr. Ellsworth Nunneley Dr. & Mrs. Stephen Finestone<br />
Ms Ruth S. Parker Mr. Scott Barkow<br />
Mrs. Caroline Pfeiffer<br />
Mr. Edwin Pfeiffer Ms. Doris Bertocchi<br />
Ms. Mary M. Loveland<br />
Ms. Carol A. Otto<br />
Ms. Marissa Rudman<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Eugene Tortolani<br />
Ms. Virginia Price Mr. & Mrs. James Murphy<br />
Mr. Donald Rakowski Mr. & Mrs. Reginald S. Paradowski<br />
Ms. Evelyn Pradarelli<br />
Mr. Richard Ramer Ms. Sue Hansen<br />
Ms. Pamela Rochowiak Mr. & Mrs. John C. Albert<br />
Ms. Jo-Ann Mattison<br />
Mr. & Mrs. T. Rene Perez<br />
Ms. Debbie Santoro Mr. & Mrs. Ned Gartner<br />
Mrs. Jeannette Schoen Mrs. Florence Manning<br />
Mrs. Juanita M. Smith<br />
Mr. Scott D. Silver Ms. Marcia Hill<br />
Mr. George Sipp Mr. & Mrs. David B. Reardon<br />
Mrs. Katherine Slusser Ms. Lucy Fell<br />
Mr. Jim Smith Mr. & Mrs. Mike Clifford<br />
Ms. Carey Dabenigno<br />
Mrs. Cricket Smith Mr. & Mrs. Mike Clifford<br />
Ms. Carey Dabenigno<br />
Mrs. Bruni Troxell Mr. & Mrs. Jerry M. Lovell<br />
Mr. James Wallace Ms. Liz Wirth<br />
Mrs. Rosamond Wilson Mrs. Merrilee Cummings<br />
Ms. Tara Witkowski Mr. & Mrs. Norman R. Witkowski, Sr.<br />
Ms. Brandy Witkowski Mr. & Mrs. Norman R. Witkowski, Sr.<br />
Mrs. Carolyn Worthington Mr. & Mrs. Ben Emdin<br />
Mrs. Jean D. Salisbury<br />
In honor <strong>of</strong>… Donated by…<br />
Mrs. Bobbie Bechtold Mr. Robert Brenner<br />
Mr. Jerry Bechtold Mr. Robert Brenner<br />
Mrs. Adele Bucci-Machata Ms. Debby J. Jellison<br />
Miss Lilly Connell Ms. Elizabeth Bowler<br />
Ms. Patta Lynn Conboy<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Patrick Coveny<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Joseph F. Fessler<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Gruber<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Charles Iverson<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Timothy Lowell<br />
Mrs. Nancy Ross<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Richard Stewart<br />
Ms. Virginia Gowell Presbyterian Women<br />
Mrs. Joyce Harrigan Seagrove Women's Club<br />
Mrs. Felicia Lewis Drs. Heidi Turk & Charles Stewart<br />
Ms. Johanna Pietruszka Ms. Cynthia G. Fox<br />
Mr. Earl Walker Mr. & Mrs. T. Rene Perez
In Memory <strong>of</strong> and In Honor <strong>of</strong> Beloved Pets<br />
Donations given from July 1, 2011 through September 30, 2011<br />
In memory <strong>of</strong>... Donated by...<br />
Perdy Altshuler Mr. & Mrs. Paul Altshuler<br />
Jag Austin Mr. Mark Austin<br />
Remy Bahl Mr. John C. Bahl<br />
Minnesota Bailey Mr. Patrick T. Bailey<br />
<br />
Mittens Baines Mrs. Janet A. Baines<br />
Mr. & Mrs. T. Rene Perez<br />
Chance Barcus Ms. Joan Barcus<br />
Tiger Barlog Ms. Kathryn Barlog<br />
Mrs. Lucille Walkowski<br />
Go<strong>of</strong>y Beebe Mr. Ken Beebe<br />
Popi Benavides Ms. Angela Benavides<br />
Bear Billos Ms. Sarah M. Billos<br />
Max Bland Mr. & Mrs. Larry Bland<br />
Chase Bombicino Ms. Phyllis Cusumano<br />
Chelsea Bombicino Ms. Phyllis Cusumano<br />
Mindy Brown Ms. Carolyn M. Smith<br />
Sally Brown Ms. Tiffany Brown<br />
Hoochi Ming Bulla Mr. & Mrs. Dithmar Bulla<br />
Sue Ling Bulla Mr. & Mrs. Dithmar Bulla<br />
Kitty Bunker Mr. Michael Bunker<br />
Benny Campbell Mr. & Mrs. Glenn B. Campbell<br />
Daisy Chestine Ms. Reba Chestine<br />
Penny Clothier Mr. & Mrs. E. Bruce Clothier<br />
Murphy Cook Ms. Michelle A. Cook<br />
Indy Cosser Ms. Sandra Cosser<br />
Trixi Dean Ms. Jaqueline Dean<br />
Dolly Dismuke Mr. & Mrs. Alton R. Dismuke<br />
Jackson Downey Mr. J. Timothy Wakeland<br />
Sneaker Dunn Mr. & Mrs. George Dunn<br />
Zuppa Ellingsworth Mr. Ron Ellingsworth<br />
Cane Foreman Mr. & Mrs. Chris Foreman<br />
Champ Forster Mr. Robert Forst<br />
MeiLi Fournier Ms. Linda Maynard<br />
Mille Francisco Ms. Carol Palmer<br />
Precious Gerber Ms. Christie Gerber<br />
Mighty Greenage Ms. Dorothy Greenage<br />
Chippy Haines Ms. Susan Fitzgerald<br />
Cash Hall Mrs. Angie Hall<br />
Polar Bear Hallam Mr. & Mrs. John B. Hallam<br />
Echo Hendricks Ms. Karen Hendricks<br />
Ben Hendrix-Walker Ms. Constance Lovatt Nelson<br />
Chuck Hendsbee Mr. Robert Hendsbee<br />
Dudley Hepburn Ms. Sally A. Hepburn<br />
Ellowyn Heston Ms. Barbara Heston<br />
Blossem Hollingsworth Mr. William Troxell<br />
Rosco Hopkins Ms. Dawn Hopkins<br />
Kane Hyatt Ms. Deborah Hyatt<br />
Lenny Janssen Mr. John H. Janssen<br />
Maggie Jennings Mrs. Alice S. Beckwith<br />
Bandit Joyce Mr. Michael Joyce<br />
Puppy Juarbe Ms. Angel Juarbe<br />
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Rasta Kelly Mrs. Laura Kelly<br />
Patches Kersey Ms. Trude Kersey<br />
Angel Kolb Mr. & Mrs. Fred Kolb, III<br />
Taffy Kostenbauder Mr. & Mrs. Paul P. Kostenbauder<br />
Pumpkin Kratsch Ms. Ursula I. Kratsch<br />
Ginger Krendek Ms. Delyane Krendek<br />
Fancy Lavender Mr.& Mrs. Randall Lavender<br />
Otis Lentini Ms. Heidi Lentini<br />
Bushes Levy Ms. Barbara Levy<br />
Willie Bite Lewis Ms. Christa Lewis<br />
Max Lutz Mr. & Mrs. Harry Lutz<br />
Dazzle Machata Mrs. JoAnn Hopkins<br />
Chyna Maer Mr. Jay S. Maer<br />
Maggie Malta Mrs. Nydia Taylor<br />
Lacy M'Amico Mr. Richard D'Amico<br />
Bella McAuliffe Ms. Jeanne McAuliffe<br />
Joey "Joe Boy" McCown Mr. & Mrs. Michael Koukos<br />
Mr. & Mrs. T. Rene Perez<br />
Dr. & Mrs. Howard J. Smith<br />
In memory <strong>of</strong>... Donated by...<br />
Cassie McCoy Mr. Craig McCoy<br />
Goldie McGee Ms. Mary McGee<br />
Abby McGowan Mrs. Allison D. Landsman<br />
Sebastian Nolte Ms. Barbara B. Nolte<br />
Nug Owle Mr. Dean Owle<br />
Butterscotch Palmatory Ms. Pat Palmatory<br />
Cricket Phillips Ms. Elizabeth Phillips<br />
Rosco Rohrer Mr. Ryan Rohrer<br />
Bailey Rolence Mr. & Mrs. Frank A. Sbrocco<br />
Lady Sabatino Ms. Jamie Sabatino<br />
Beau Schelling Ms. Kathleen T. Schelling<br />
Molly Schwartz Mr. & Mrs. Roger A. Schwartz<br />
Lacey Shelter Dog Mrs. Susan Manganiello<br />
Moe Simpson Mr. James Simpson<br />
Bonnie Bell Smith Mr. & Mrs. Charles A. Pittman, III<br />
Spooky Stanbridge Mr. & Mrs. William H. Stanbridge<br />
Timothy Surface Ms. Loretta Surface<br />
Flower Thompson Mr. John R. Thompson<br />
Bojangles Tinker Ms. Donna Tinker<br />
Buttercup Tinker Ms. Donna Tinker<br />
Ginger Tinker Ms. Donna Tinker<br />
Liebschen Tinker Ms. Donna Tinker<br />
Little Peaches Tinker Ms. Donna Tinker<br />
Petey Tinker Ms. Donna Tinker<br />
Tipsy Trimm Mr. Joshua C. Trimm<br />
Emily Watson Mr. & Mrs. Rex Watson<br />
Bubba Webster Ms. Lisa Webster<br />
Katie Williams Ms. Joan A. Williams<br />
Suzie Woldman Mr. & Mrs. Morris Woldman<br />
Camille Wright Ms. Wendy A. Wright<br />
In honor <strong>of</strong>... Donated by...<br />
Sissy Coombs Mr. Elmer Coombs<br />
Puppy Van Saun Ms. Elizabeth Martin<br />
GUARDIAN ANGELS<br />
Our newest angels (as <strong>of</strong> 9/30/11) help<br />
to provide important extras for the pets<br />
for a year.<br />
Guardian Angels<br />
Cookie Arnold – In Memory <strong>of</strong> A/C<br />
Mrs. Elliot Baines – In Memory <strong>of</strong> “Mittens”<br />
Judith Bass – In Honor <strong>of</strong> “Sylvia”<br />
Lilly Connell (12 years old)<br />
John & Lila Graney<br />
Carol Haines – In Memory <strong>of</strong> “Libra” & “Callie”<br />
Kendra & Roger Haines – In Memory <strong>of</strong> “Chippy”<br />
Laurie Iodice – In Honor <strong>of</strong> “Lil’ Buddy”<br />
Pat & Bill Isaacson – In Memory <strong>of</strong> “Tyler”<br />
Mary Ann Jackson – In Honor <strong>of</strong> Mary Catherine & Lilly<br />
Dr. & Mrs. Robert Janicki – In Honor <strong>of</strong> “Mr. Beans”<br />
Kim Justice – In Memory <strong>of</strong> “Bubba” & “Trixie”<br />
Kid’s Yard Sale…Gianna O’Neill, Sonja Michaels, Gracie &<br />
Katie Johnson (2)<br />
Sherry Shively – In Honor <strong>of</strong> Sarah & “Winston”<br />
Sherry Shively – In Honor <strong>of</strong> Blaire, Madison & “Coco”<br />
TOOTH FAIRIES<br />
Our newest fairies (as <strong>of</strong> 9/30/11) help to<br />
provide dental procedures for adoptable<br />
dogs and cats for a year.<br />
GOLDEN TOOTH FAIRIES<br />
Peter & Nancy Benedict – In Honor <strong>of</strong> “Fiona”<br />
Tooth Fairies<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Theodore Duncan – In Honor <strong>of</strong> All Duncan Dogs<br />
Marsha Reardon – In Memory <strong>of</strong> “Riley” & “Rosie”<br />
Keith & Susan Taylor – In Honor <strong>of</strong> Katy<br />
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The Greatest Gift <strong>of</strong> All – Life<br />
Coming into work<br />
Off - Leash<br />
on the hot August morn-<br />
ing, Director <strong>of</strong> Animal<br />
Protective Services Ilka<br />
Daniel saw a plastic bin<br />
by the Shelter’s gate.<br />
Opening the closed lid,<br />
she realized the sealed<br />
container had housed a<br />
cat, but was now empty.<br />
Miraculously, the<br />
cat had been able to escape from the suffocating box. Ilka<br />
began to look for the cat and spotted her in nearby woods.<br />
Ilka saw she was in distress. Overcome by the ordeal, “Bindi”<br />
seemed to welcome the help; she never moved while Ilka<br />
made her way to her through thick brush. Purring in gratitude<br />
as Ilka took her inside, she soon began to give birth to the<br />
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Bindi had fought for her life and that <strong>of</strong> her kittens, and<br />
with help from the Shelter all had survived. Bindi and the kittens<br />
are now available for adoption.<br />
You can give the gift <strong>of</strong> life this holiday season by adopting<br />
one <strong>of</strong> these loving pets or through your generous donations.<br />
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PETS GOING HOME<br />
These happy pets are going home with their new families.<br />
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Family Garage Sale<br />
Raised $500 for HSVB&IRC<br />
L-R Holly & Sonja Michaels; Katie Johnson; Donna, Gianna<br />
& Brandon O'Neill; Gracie Johnson; Nicole & James O'Neill<br />
Fellsmere Spay-Neuter Day<br />
Dogs were picked up at 7:30 am at the<br />
Fellsmere Community Center and returned at 4:00 pm.<br />
Fun at the "No Flea" Market
<strong>Humane</strong> Happenings<br />
Dec.<br />
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat<br />
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4 5 6 7 9 10<br />
11 12 13 14 15 16 17<br />
19 20 21 22 23 24<br />
25 26 27 29 30 31<br />
Jan.<br />
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat<br />
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9 10 11 12 13 14<br />
15 16 17 19 20 21<br />
22 23 24 25 26 27 <br />
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Sun Mon Tue<br />
Feb.<br />
Wed Thu Fri Sat<br />
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5 6 7 9 10 11<br />
12 13 14 15 16 17 <br />
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26 27 29<br />
Season's Greetings<br />
May your holidays and all the year<br />
be filled with the love <strong>of</strong> a pet<br />
Board <strong>of</strong> Directors, Foundation<br />
Board, Honorary Board, Advisory<br />
Council, Staff, and "Bailey" Evans<br />
The 2011 All American Mutt<br />
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Dec. 7 - Dog Tricks-Cissy Sumner (6pm)<br />
Dec. 14 - Dog Tricks-Cissy Sumner (6pm)<br />
Dec. 20 - Hanukkah Begins<br />
Dec. 23 - Shelter Closes at 3pm<br />
Dec. 24 - Shelter Closed<br />
Dec. 25 - Christmas Day - Shelter Closed<br />
Dec. 31 - New Year's Eve - Shelter Closed<br />
Jan. 1 - New Year's Day - Shelter Closed<br />
Jan. 4 - Beginner Puppy & Dog Training Class (11-12pm)<br />
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Jan. 7 - Beginner Puppy & Dog Training Class (1-2pm)<br />
- Volunteer Orientation (9-11am)<br />
Jan. 9 - Canine Life & Social Skills begins (6:30pm)<br />
Jan. 10 - Dog Manners (9:30am)<br />
- Canine Life & Social Skills begins (10:30am)<br />
Feb. 4 - Laughing Dog Gallery Event<br />
- Volunteer Orientation (9-11am)<br />
Feb. 11 - Mardi Paws at Village Shops<br />
Feb. 13 - Registration begins-Puppy & Dog Training<br />
Feb. 14 - Dog Manners (9:30am)<br />
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Feb. 29 - Beginner Puppy & Dog Training Class (11-12pm)<br />
WAGS & PURRS<br />
to these businesses for their support…<br />
ASPCA<br />
Chili's<br />
Computer Connection<br />
Eva Tiffany Jeweler<br />
Global Alliance for Rabies<br />
Control<br />
Hale Groves<br />
Hartley Press<br />
Hill’s Science Diet<br />
Hometown News<br />
IRC Sheriff’s Dept.<br />
Lowes<br />
Luminaries<br />
PetSmart/PetSmart Charity<br />
Pet Supermarket<br />
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Press Journal<br />
Ruby Tuesdays<br />
Sam's Club<br />
Smith Heating & Air<br />
<strong>Vero</strong> <strong>Beach</strong> 32963<br />
<strong>Vero</strong> <strong>Beach</strong> Magazine<br />
<strong>Vero</strong> <strong>Beach</strong> Police<br />
<strong>Vero</strong><strong>Beach</strong>.com<br />
<strong>Vero</strong> Estate Jewelry<br />
<strong>Vero</strong>News.com<br />
<strong>Vero</strong>'s Voice<br />
WGYL - WTTB - WOSN<br />
WQCS<br />
WWCI TV10<br />
HOLIDAY SHOPPING REMINDER<br />
Go to HSVB.org to start your holiday shopping. Hale Groves, Amazon.<br />
com, PetSmart, and Café Press have all partnered with HSVB&IRC.<br />
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Shelter. You can also sign up on our web site for iGive.com and register<br />
online to shop at over 700 different stores and help HSVB&IRC.<br />
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Kermit Sheridan - courtesy <strong>of</strong> Champ & Debbie Sheridan CHANGE SERVICE REQUESTED<br />
<strong>Humane</strong> <strong>Society</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Vero</strong> <strong>Beach</strong> &<br />
<strong>Indian</strong> <strong>River</strong> <strong>County</strong>, FL, Inc.<br />
P.O. Box 644<br />
<strong>Vero</strong> <strong>Beach</strong>, FL 32961-0644<br />
Shelter Hours<br />
Adoption Center hours: Sun. & Mon CLOSED, Tue.-Wed. 11am-6pm, Thurs.-Sat. 11am-4pm<br />
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<strong>Humane</strong> <strong>Society</strong><br />
6230 77th Street, <strong>Vero</strong> <strong>Beach</strong> (772) 388-3331<br />
We are closed on most national holidays.<br />
Adoption & Education Center Hours<br />
Sunday and Monday – CLOSED<br />
Tuesday and Wednesday 11am-6pm<br />
Thursday-Saturday 11am-4pm<br />
Susan Kelly, Adoption Senior Counselor - ext. 10<br />
Pet Behavior & Training<br />
Connie Ellis, Pet Behavior Program Coordinator - ext. 19<br />
Volunteer Program<br />
Brittany Norair - ext. 12<br />
Animal Receiving Hours<br />
Sunday CLOSED - For assistance with a lost or injured<br />
animal please come to the Adoption & Education Center.<br />
Monday – Thursday 8am-5pm<br />
Friday and Saturday 8am-4pm<br />
Alisha Zaleuke, Customer Service Supervisor - ext. 29<br />
Barbara Reed, Receiving Senior Counselor - ext. 30<br />
Thrift Shops<br />
Annette Barcus, Thrift Shops Operations Manager<br />
Patti Blackwell, Sebastian Manager<br />
Donations Received 9 am - 2:30 pm<br />
<strong>Vero</strong> <strong>Beach</strong> - 4445 20th Street<br />
(772) 567-2044<br />
Mon. - Fri. 9 am - 3 pm Sat. 9 am - 4 pm<br />
Sebastian - 441 Sebastian Blvd.<br />
(772) 589-0323<br />
Mon. - Fri. 9 am - 3 pm Sat. 9 am - 4 pm<br />
Emergencies - (772) 388-4592<br />
Visit the <strong>Humane</strong><br />
<strong>Society</strong> - From US1<br />
turn west on 77th St.<br />
(Hobart Rd.). We're<br />
one block west <strong>of</strong> 58th<br />
Ave. Come and see<br />
the wonderful pets<br />
available for adoption<br />
or take a tour.<br />
NON-PROFIT<br />
ORGANIZATION<br />
U.S. POSTAGE<br />
PAID<br />
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JACKSONVILLE FL<br />
The <strong>Humane</strong> <strong>Society</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Vero</strong> <strong>Beach</strong> & <strong>Indian</strong> <strong>River</strong> <strong>County</strong> is a non-<br />
<br />
in <strong>Indian</strong> <strong>River</strong> <strong>County</strong>. This <strong>Humane</strong> <strong>Society</strong>’s mission is to make a better<br />
community for the people and animals by:<br />
Providing humane care and shelter for homeless animals.<br />
Placing adoptable pets into permanent loving homes.<br />
Promoting spaying and neutering <strong>of</strong> companion animals.<br />
Promoting responsible pet ownership and respect for all life<br />
through <strong>Humane</strong> Education.<br />
Protecting animals from cruelty.<br />
Pledging to be advocates for animal protection.<br />
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operating income. Please help us “speak for those who cannot speak for<br />
themselves” by your donations and your support <strong>of</strong> the Thrift/Gift Shops.<br />
SERVING INDIAN RIVER COUNTY SINCE 1953