SUMMER 2006 • V ol. 41 No. 2 - San Diego Humane Society and ...

SUMMER 2006 • Vol. 41 No. 2

president’s message
Consider an Adult Cat
Mark Goldstein, D.V.M.
President of the San Diego
Humane Society and SPCA
with Dalton.
The adorable antics of kittens frolicking about their rooms on our campus quickly draws in adopters. But, how
many people look at the adult cat snoozing quietly in the next room? Kittens are adorable and irresistible, but
we often forget that they grow up to be adult cats and lose that kitten spunk (and if you’ve ever been on the
receiving end of a 3 a.m. face walk from a kitten, you’re glad they do!) This season many kittens will be adopted while
adult or senior cats in our animal welfare organizations will continue to wait for homes. So I’d like to address the
benefits of adopting adult cats and the special and wonderful love they give in return to their new families.
While adult cats may not have the universal kitten appeal, they are wonderful and loveable in their own right.
Each cat has his or her own personality, be they an independent-type, a loveable lap cat, a playful clown or a “pretty
princess” and each makes a good match for different types of homes. And since cats aren’t fully mature until they are
around 18 months to two-years-old, you won’t know for sure what kind of personality a kitten will ultimately develop.
Adult cats, on the other hand, have already established their personalities, allowing adopters to handpick the type of
cat that will fit in best with their lifestyle and home environment.
In addition to having personalities that won’t change over time, mature cats have a medium energy level compared
to kittens. Also, many adult cats have already been socialized to different things like other cats, dogs, children, living
indoors, etc., making it even easier to find the right feline match for you and your family.
Our adopters are often enthralled by the personalities of our mature cats and find it easy to assimilate them into
their homes. On this note, I would like to share with you an experience in my life that relates to the addition of an
adult cat to a new family. Due to a health-related issue, my cousin recently asked my wife Kris and I if we could find
a temporary home for her eight-year-old cat, Dalton. We discussed possible homes and then thought, “why not us?”
Well, in addition to my wife and I, “us” also includes Ren our five-year-old Jack Russell/Beagle mix adopted from the
San Diego Humane Society and Ernie our 27-year-old, 30 pound African Spurred Tortoise.
The fact that Kris is allergic to most cats further complicated the potential arrangement. The allergen that most
people react to comes from a protein in the cat’s saliva. It is the presence or absence of this protein and the cat’s
grooming habits that determine if you will react to them. So, if you’re allergic and don’t think you can have a cat,
don’t rule out all cats if you have had a reaction to some. Thankfully, Kris did not have a reaction to Dalton and so he
came to stay with us.
To our wonderful surprise, myself, Kris, Ren, Ernie and now Dalton are all living together in harmony. Ernie is
still in charge and periodically Ren and Dalton let each other know who is more important in various ways. Overall,
Kris and I are the biggest winners, as we now have another animal in our home providing us with companionship
and unconditional love. We never thought we could have added an adult cat to our home, but now that we have, I am
so glad we took that chance. When you adopt an adult or senior cat, you make a difference for a special pet in need
and in turn, they reward you with love that will last a lifetime and beyond.
Thank you for your steadfast commitment to our organization. Your unwavering assistance allows us to continue
caring for the animals and people in support of the human-animal bond.
Mark Goldstein, D.V.M.
President of the San Diego Humane Society and SPCA
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Photo: Simran Zilaro

From the Mailbox
San Diego Humane Society Staff:
We wanted to thank you for our
delightful, precious Emma! She has
brought so much joy and so many smiles
to our home. She loves the neighborhood
kids (and adults) and their pets. She has
been more wonderful than we could have
hoped – we are just one big happy PACK!
Sincerely,
Colleen & Joe Kraska
Dear Humane Society,
I wanted to write and give you an
update on our cat Monkey. Our boy has
grown up to be the lovable terror of the
household! I managed to catch him being
still the other day and took this photo
so you can see him again. Monkey is
very smart and is a fan of playing fetch,
whether it is with one of my hair ties or
one of his toy mice. Just wanted to let you
know how the sweet boy was doing!
Melissa Monti
San Diego Humane Society,
We just wanted to say hello and
thank you for taking care of Taffy. We
love her dearly and are spoiling her
rotten! Taffy loves her new home and
gets all the petting and love she could
ever want. She slept like a baby the
first few nights after her adoption (she
must have needed to catch up on her
beauty sleep). Thank you for letting
us know how much she enjoys KONGs
– they’re her favorite! Thanks again
and please say hello to all of Taffy’s
old pals.
Hans and Laura Decher
ON THE COVER: Bob Nouchi, Humane Society volunteer Dog Walker and April 2006 Volunteer of the
Month, spends quality time with adoptable dog Sadie.
Published quarterly by:
San Diego Humane Society and SPCA
5500 Gaines Street,
San Diego, CA 92110-2572
(619) 299-7012
www.sdhumane.org
Postmaster@SDHumane.org
To report animal abuse call 1-800-98-ABUSE
Board of Trustees
Judith Muñoz, Ph.D.
Chairperson
Jeff Lyle
Vice Chairperson, Finance & Audit
Diane Gilabert
Vice Chairperson, Board Governance
& Nominating
Lori Walton
Vice Chairperson, Community Relations
& Development
Alyce Lynn
Secretary
Marilyn Anderson, George Coles, Diane Glow,
Eve Godfrey, Wayne Hanson, Martha Harrington,
Suzanne Koch, Michael Luther, John Parker (Life
Member), David Sear, Nancy Vaughan
Advisors
Frank Bathrick, Robert Brown, Dana Di Ferdinando,
Anne Fomon, Ronald Goldman, Michelle Graham,
Georgia Griffiths, David Hickley, Abby Leber, Dave
Mason, Diane Ross, Melvin Segal, Peter Van Rossum
Life Members
Giovanni Bucolo, Ph.D., Betsy Hillyer,
Dan & Vi McKinney, Sheila Vardaman
President
Mark Goldstein, D.V.M.
AnimalFare Editors
Simran Zilaro, Sarah Whorley
Contributing Writers
Kelsey Angus, Tricia Macri, Kimmy O’Connor,
Shelly Stuart, Sarah Whorley, Simran Zilaro
Design & Layout
Kat Design
Our sincere thanks to Kat Design and
Precision Litho for their generous support of
the San Diego Humane Society and SPCA.
Serving San Diego County since 1880, the San Diego
Humane Society and SPCA provides vital services to animals
and people alike through sheltering and adopting
animals, providing positive reinforcement behavior training
for adoptable animals and for owned animals through public
training classes, investigating animal cruelty and neglect,
providing adult and youth education programs, sharing animals
through pet-assisted therapy and
rescuing animals in emergency situations.
A private, nonprofit organization that receives no public or
government funding, the San Diego Humane Society and
SPCA is supported solely by contributions, grants, bequests,
investments, proceeds from its retail outlets and some fees
for service.
For your privacy, the Society does not sell, rent, lend or
exchange our AnimalFare mailing or contributor lists.
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Volunteers
Sow the
Seeds of
L ove
Cat Buddy volunteer Elaine
McMahon plays with an
adoptable cat named Rusty.
Volunteers help enrich the
lives of Humane Society
animals each day with their
presence and love.
“Never
change
Photo: Simran Zilaro

c o v e r s t o r y
Last month we celebrated “National Volunteer Appreciation Week,” but our admiration for
this dedicated group of individual goes far beyond this short time span as does the effects
of their work. An old Greek proverb says, “a civilization flourishes when people plant trees
under which they will never sit.” This is the definition of the goodwill that is shown at the San
Diego Humane Society and SPCA everyday. Without fail, seven days a week volunteers show up at our
campus to make an investment. They invest their most precious asset: their time and energy helping
animals that are not their own.
doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can
the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.”– Margaret Mead
Not only does the Humane Society
rely on the financial generosity of our
community, we also depend on the people
who volunteer their time to help animals.
Volunteers assist with virtually every
aspect of our organization from direct
animal care to helping with customer
service. We simply could not accomplish
what we do without the dedication
and hard work of this valued group of
individuals.
“There are only 24 hours in a day. We
can always make more money, buy more
material objects, but the one thing that
none of us can do is make more time.
That is a fixed principle,” said Dr. Mark
Goldstein, Humane Society President.
“So, when I see an individual coming to
help us and the animals, I am grateful
and filled with admiration because they
are giving to us their most valuable,
most cherished resource.”
In the last fiscal year, our volunteers
gave 52,693 hours of their time. That
equates to 6,586 eight-hour workdays,
which would take one individual over 25
years to complete!
In addition to the sheer quantity of
time our volunteers donate, they bring
quality to what they do as well. Before
becoming a Humane Society volunteer,
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individuals attend a volunteer orientation
in addition to specific trainings
depending on what area they volunteer
in and the skills needed. For example,
Dog Walkers and Cat Buddies will
attend at least five hours of classes
on animal care, while volunteers in
the Humane Society’s Animal Rescue
Reserve must complete six months of
training, including special certifications,
prior to responding to an emergency.
By training our volunteers, we help them
to deliver quality care while ensuring the
safety and well being of both the
volunteers and the animals. Regardless of
their type of work, one thing that unites
volunteers is their love and dedication to
helping animals and our community.
When many volunteers first come
to the Humane Society, it is simply
with the intention of wanting to help
the animals. After they go through
orientation and training they realize
that “helping animals” is a lot more
than petting and playing with them.
It also includes everything from positive
reinforcement training, to doing laundry,
to greeting visitors and to working
(continued on page 6)
Pet-Assisted Therapy program volunteer Linda Tendler shares the joy of animals with
a convalescent resident.
Photo: Rick Eaton, Star News

c o v e r s t o r y
Volunteers Sow the Seeds of Love (continued from page 5)
Volunteer Behavior Trainer Chris Geiser helps
teach positive reinforcement training at the
Humane Society’s Head Start class.
with the Community Programs and
Development Departments to get the
Humane Society’s message out to the
public.
“When they learn about what we
do and that there is still so much to be
done, that is when the dedication truly
starts,” says Cathy Covington, Director
of Volunteers. “What I appreciate is that
not only are they volunteering, they are
taking the time to learn and gain a true
understanding of animal welfare. These
volunteers really believe in what they
are doing and sincerely believe in the
Photo: Cathy Covington
Humane Society’s mission. They realize
the impact they make and volunteering
becomes a way of life for them.”
Fred and Alice Wassermann are two
of the many people that volunteer at
the Humane Society. They have been
donating their time for a little over a
year, ever since their cats passed away.
“We lost Abby about a year and a
half ago and so we started coming to the
Humane Society to get our ‘fur fix’,”
stated Fred Wassermann. “Since then
I’ve learned all about cats and dogs.
We’ve had animals our whole lives, but
we still learn more each day. And this
facility is so unique! We’ve told many
people about it, but they don’t believe us
until I bring them here. Then they see
what we see and are amazed.”
“It’s very rewarding and makes you
feel good,” remarked Alice Wassermann.
“The dogs are always happy to see you!”
In addition to “putting in the time,”
the enthusiasm of Humane Society
volunteers is unparalled. In fact, the
San Diego Humane Society’s volunteers
are so enthusiastic and dedicated that
volunteers out-number staff six to one!
And, they constantly respond when a
request for help is made.
“I am always amazed at their
flexibility and willingness to help;
wherever they are needed,” remarked
Covington. “Their consistent generosity
is just tremendous! Whether we need
help with an event after hours, doing
data entry, or with pet socialization
– they are always there for us and the
animals.”
Whether the San Diego Humane
Society volunteers work directly with
the animals or in other capacities, their
investment reaches much farther than
an individual animal or project. In
essence, just like planting a tree, it is
truly an investment in the people
and animals of this community for
generations to come. Were it not for the
dedication of these volunteers, the San
Diego Humane Society would not be the
success it is today. We are now able to
boast that we have attained the goal of
saving the life of every adoptable animal
that comes to us. And for this, we extend
our ultimate appreciation!
For more information about the
volunteer program at the San Diego
Humane Society, visit our website at
www.sdhumane.org.
SKZ
Photo: Simran Zilaro
Volunteer Cheryl Ward helps with clerical work, one of the
many necessary jobs to be done at the Humane Society.
Photo: Cathy Covington
Husband and wife volunteers Fred and Alice Wasserman spend time with
adoptable dog Kelly.
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Make Your Pet a Pin-up!
Photo: Lori Walton
Do you have a great photo of your favorite feline or most precious
pooch? Or a furry friend who missed their calling as a super-model of the
animal type? Don’t miss this chance to guarantee your favorite animal
companion a spot in the sought-after annual calendar that honors San
Diego’s favorite pets!
Complete the following form and include the entry fee of $25 per
picture, and your pet is guaranteed to be included in the San Diego
Humane Society 2007 calendar! All proceeds support the San Diego
Humane Society and best of all, by entering the calendar contest, you’ll
automatically receive a free 2007 calendar!
Tips for Photographing Your Pet:
• Location and Background – Whether capturing your pet indoors
or out, look for a location where your pet will be relaxed and natural.
Consider the background and photograph your pet against colors that
contrast with their coats. In addition, keep backgrounds clutter-free.
• The Eyes Have It – For close-ups, focus on your pet’s eyes as they
convey your pet’s personality the best. Unless you can angle your flash,
avoid shooting in low light situations where flash is required and your
pet’s eyes are likely to “glow.” Natural light is a great way to go!
• Black and White Coats – Pets with black or white coats can be
difficult to photograph. Black coats absorb the light and are tricky to
expose properly because they are almost always darker than their
surroundings. When working with dark animals, prepare to make
adjustments, such as over lighting the pet or opening your aperture
wider to properly expose the image. Conversely, when shooting animals
with very light coats, make sure the lighting is not too bright.
• Patience is a Virtue – Taking the perfect shot or snapping the perfect
expression may take time. Don’t get frustrated, stay relaxed and have
fun and your pet will too! You may want to use a helper or squeak toys to
get your pet to look toward the camera.
The Rules:
All entries must be in color, horizontal layout,
and contain ONLY animals. Unfortunately, we
cannot accept Polaroid photos or copyrightedprofessional
photographs. We cannot return
your photos and for clarity and quality photo
reproduction, please do not stamp or write on
the back of photos. We also accept digital photos,
but require well-focused, sharp images that are
200 dpi (dots per inch) or larger and in JPEG or
TIFF format.
All entries that meet these requirements and
are postmarked by August 16, 2006 will be included
in the 2007 Calendar. Winners will be notified by
phone or mail, and the calendar will be available in
October 2006.
All entries will be blind judged by San Diego
Humane Society staff, with the top 12 photos
featured as “Pets of the Month” and runners-up
included in smaller photos within the calendar
portion of each month’s page. All other photos will
be included in the calendar as part of the “Best
Friends Collage.”
SW
2007 Calendar Entry Form
I’d like to enter _____ pictures @ $25.00 each for the 2007 calendar
q I am enclosing a check for $________
q Please charge $________ to my q VISA q MasterCard q American Express
Account #: __________________________________________________ Expiration Date: ____________
Signature: ______________________________________________________________________________
Pet’s Name: ____________________________________________________________________________
Name: _________________________________________________________________________________
Address: _______________________________________________________________________________
City/State/Zip: __________________________________________________________________________
Phone (Home): _________________________________ (Work): ________________________________
E-mail (optional):
______________________________________
Would you like to be added to our e-mail
list? q Yes q No
For more information or additional entry
forms, call (619) 299-7012 ext. 2276 or
email devast@sdhumane.org
Please mail to:
“2007 Calendar Entry”
San Diego Humane Society
5500 Gaines Street
San Diego, CA 92110
Your donation is tax-deductible
as permitted by law.
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Ninth Annual Telethon Raises
More Than $245,000
Big Weekend for San Diego Humane Society – Over 40 Animals Adopted!
The San Diego Humane Society and SPCA raised
more than $245,000 to support homeless animals
and vital community programs March 4 with its
9 th annual Telethon sponsored by PETCO, the PETCO
Foundation and Ralphs.
The five-hour live telethon, which was broadcasted
from the San Diego Humane Society and SPCA and
aired on FOX Channel 6 (XETV), helped the Humane
Society place more than 80 animals into loving, new
homes throughout the week.
Marc Bailey, Desiree Carvajal and Chrissy Russo
from FOX 6, Clear Channel Traffic’s Pamela Howe and
KOGO News Radio 600 AM’s Dave Mason hosted the
educational, enlightening and heartwarming Telethon.
The broadcast featured adoptable animals, “behind
the scenes” tours of the campus, advice from Humane
Society experts and more. San Diego Humane Society
volunteers, sponsors and donors answered phones and
took pledges throughout the entire broadcast bringing
in funds that will provide essential services to the
animals and people of San Diego. In addition, visitors
were invited to attend a fun and informative “pet
information fair” in the central campus courtyard. The
fair included an “Ask a Trainer” booth, information
booths from Project Wildlife and the Animal Rescue
Reserve, free Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream and more!
The Humane Society would like to thank all of the
dedicated volunteers, generous sponsors and donors for
all their support and for making this Telethon one of the
most successful to date!
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Telethon hosts (from left to right) Dave Mason from KOGO News Radio AM 600,
Mark Bailey, Chrissy Russo and Desiree Carvajal from FOX 6, Humane Society
President Dr. Mark Goldstein, and Pamela Howe from Clear Channel Traffic pose
after helping raise over $245,000 for animals in need.
Volunteers from Ralphs Grocery Company answer the phones and take donations
during the last hour of the five-hour long Telethon.
Photo: Sarah Whorley
Photo: Tricia Macri
A special thank you to our sponsors who made this event possible:
Bristol Hotel & Daisies Bistro
Business Communication Systems
Dowling & Yahnke, Inc.
Ella Mae Wright
Intuit
John and Jane Rowe
John O’Neill of Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves
& Savitch LLP
Judith Muñoz, Ph.D.
Kent Hildreth, Attorney at Law
Lori M. Walton
Marrokal Construction Company
Martha A. Harrington
Melvin and Mona Segal
Miramar Kitchen & Bath
Moss Adams LLP
Nancy L. Vaughan in memory of Angel Baby
Newport Creative Communications
San Diego County Veterinary Medical
Association
San Diego Downtown Breakfast Rotary Club
San Diego Marriott Hotel and Marina
Sinclair Stratton
Softouch Concepts, Inc.
Southwest Community Bank
St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort and Spa
Theresa Johansing of Prudential California
Realty
VCA Animal Hospitals
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C O M I N G S O O N !
Our New
Website
In summer 2006 the San Diego Humane Society and
SPCA will be relaunching its website! We will still be
found at www.sdhumane.org, but the new site will have
a new look and feel, as well as improved navigation and
fun features.
Watch for our new site soon! Here is a sample design
page so you can see where we’re going with our new and
improved site:
Save the date--it’s almost time for Fur Ball!
You and your well mannered, on-leash doggie companion
will have a ball at our annual gala, which benefits
animals and vital community programs. Live music,
dinner, dancing, and auctions are all a part of the fun
at this elegant and celebrated annual affair!
A big thank you to Turn Communications for working
with us to produce our new site!
For tickets and sponsorship opportunities,
call (619) 243-3434 or email koconnor@sdhumane.org.
Tune-in for Adoptable Animals, Training Advice and More!
We would like to thank our media friends for supporting the Humane Society’s adoption and behavior training efforts. The
following media outlets continue to provide regular coverage on adoptable animals, behavior training advice and other information
for the San Diego Humane Society at no cost.
San Diego Union-Tribune
KFMB-TV (Ch. 8)
NBC (Ch. 7/39)
KUSI-TV (Ch. 9/51)
Magic 92.5 FM
World Talk Radio
Check out the “Pet of the Week” Thursdays in the Animal House page in the Currents section.
See our adoptable animals on the “Pet Friends” segment every Wednesday at 7:25 a.m.
Learn valuable training tips on the “Pet Peeves” segment every other Sunday at 8:25 a.m.
Check out our adoptable animals on the “Pet of the Week” segment every third Monday at 8:45 a.m.
Meet one of our adoptable pets every third Monday on “Jagger and Kristi’s Kritters” at 8 a.m.
For pet tips and advice from Humane Society experts, listen to “Pet Talk with Mr. G” live online on
Fridays at 3 p.m., or to listen to an archived show visit www.worldtalkradio.com.
E-mail pr@sdhumane.org or call (619) 243-3437 with questions or comments about any of our media outreach efforts.
AnimalFare • Summer 2006

JUST
KIDS
FOR
Summer Animal Adventure Camp 2006
Choose from five one-week sessions starting July 10 through August 11,
9 a.m. to 3 p.m., $190 per camper
Kids ages five to 13 can:
• Train dogs and socialize cats
• Exercise bunnies and guinea pigs
• Make treats and toys for adoptable pets
• Enjoy animal-related games and crafts
• Get behind the scenes tours of the
Humane Society’s innovative campus
• And above all, learn compassion
and respect for all living beings
while having fun at the same time!
To register or receive more information, call the Education Department at
(619) 243-3432 or visit www.sdhumane.org and click on “Just for Kids.”
Spaces are filling up fast – call
to register your child today!
Giving Through Retirement Plans
Retirement plans like IRA, 403(b)s,
401(k)s, and other qualified
plans help contribute to a secure
financial future for many Americans.
Most people, however, are unaware of
how severely their retirement plans are
taxed when given to a child, friend or
relative after death. As a result, retirement
plan proceeds make the perfect
charitable gift to leave to a non-profit
organization like San Diego Humane
Society and SPCA.
You can direct in advance that all or
part of your retirement assets be designated
to the San Diego Humane Society
and SPCA, and it’s easy to do. Just ask
your plan administrator for a “change
of beneficiary” form and indicate the
amount or percentage to be used for
charitable purposes at your death.
You might also find it good tax
planning to make current gifts from
your retirement plan if you are at a
point in life when you can withdraw
funds without an early withdrawal
penalty. Of course, we always suggest
you consult your attorney or financial
advisor prior to completing such gifts.
Our free information booklet, Giving
Through Retirement Plans, may help
you. To request a free copy of this
booklet, simply complete and return the
form below, or send an e-mail request to
cc@sdhumane.org.
As an organization that relies on
charitable gifts to continue its programs
serving animals and people, we are most
grateful for your ongoing, generous
support.
Photo: BJ Comer
(Please complete and return this reply form.)
Dear Friends at San Diego Humane Society:
Please send me your free booklet, Giving Through Retirement Plans.
Please send me your free booklets about wills.
I/We have already provided a bequest for the San Diego Humane Society in our estate plans.
Mail this form to:
Shelly Stuart
San Diego Humane Society and SPCA
5500 Gaines Street
San Diego, CA 92110
Name: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Address:____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
City:_ _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
State:________ Zip: _ ______________________ Phone:________________________________ Email: _ ____________________________________
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Ask a Trainer
CATastrophe!
Q: I adopted two cats in May of last
year and they have been wonderful
companions. They are the only pets
I have and they have never had any
issues until now. I recently had an
overnight guest and the cats were not
able to sleep in their normal spots. In
the morning I noticed that one of the cats
had defecated on the floor. I’m worried
because they have never done anything
like this before and their litterbox is
always kept very clean. What’s your
advice?
Worried in Carlsbad, CA
As you suspected, your guest may have
disrupted a familiar habit or sleeping
area, which could be the cause of the
uneasiness in your cats.
If your cats are relieving themselves
in places other than the litter box as a
result of stress, punishment will only add
to your cats’ anxiety and perpetuate the
problem.
A practical solution for you and your
cats may be to set up an undisturbed
“quiet area” for your cats where they
For many pets,
and especially cats,
Behavior Trainer Margaret Lenoir plays with an
adoptable cat named Lucas in his habitat. The
Humane Society’s cat habitats have music, toys,
soft beds and cat pheromone plug-ins to help
calm the cats and make them feel at home.
Photo: Sarah Whorley
A: Thank you for your question!
Inappropriate elimination is not an
uncommon behavioral issue in cats.
First, I would recommend that you
have your cats seen by your veterinarian,
as behavioral changes are sometimes a
result of an underlying medical problem.
Barring any medical issues, behavior
changes can often stem from stress or
anxiety. For many pets, and especially
cats, any sort of change in their environment
or routine can be distressing.
An adoptable cat relaxes at the Humane Society
in a habitat designed to keep cats happy,
healthy and stress-free.
Photo: BJ Comer
any sort of change
in their environment
or routine can
be distressing.
can feel comfortable hanging out when
you have guests. Play soothing music
in the area and spend time with them
there to ensure they feel comfortable
and at ease. You will also want to fill
the area with enrichments such as toys,
cozy places to lounge or snuggle, hiding
places, cat trees, and a sufficient number
of litter boxes (the general rule for litter
boxes, especially if you are having issues,
is one for each cat, plus one).
You may also want to use a product
called “Feliway,” a spray-on or plug-in
cat pheromone that helps to calm cats
and that can prevent urination where
the product is sprayed. Feliway is
available at the San Diego Humane
Society and SPCA Store and other pet
retailers. Using the plug-in version of
Feliway in your cat’s quiet area will
help them feel even more relaxed and
at ease in their safe place.
The key is to provide your cats with
a place that will help them relieve
stress and relax when they are feeling
upset by change.
For more helpful information on the
root of feline behavior, you also may be
interested in attending our “How To
Live Happily Ever After with Your Cat”
workshop. This two-hour problem
solving class includes such topics as how
to better communicate with your cat,
preventing common behavior problems,
appropriate play, and much more.
Space in this popular class is limited;
so if you’d like to attend please call
(619) 299-7012, ext. 2247 to pre-register.
I wish you the best of luck with your
cats’ issue and in creating a “no stress”
zone for your cats.
Sincerely,
Margaret Lenoir,
Certified Pet Dog Trainer (CPDT)
and San Diego Humane Society
and SPCA Behavior Trainer
Have a question for our Behavior and Training
staff? E-mail us at behavior@sdhumane.org.
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Gifts of Love
Gifts of Love Tribute and memorial donations are a special way to remember and honor loved ones and pets. A card will be sent to
whomever you ask us to notify. The following memorial and tribute gifts were received between January 16 th and April 15 th , 2006.
To make a Gift of Love, or for more information, call (619) 299-7012, ext. 2276 or email devast@sdhumane.org
In Memory of
People
Alan Campbell
– Marcia Kirk
Alex
– Janice Lucas
Andrew Paul Lehman
– Inge Lehman
Annie
– Stacy Anastasio
Barbara Norcott
– Lynn Norcott
Barbara Sterrett
– Cynthia Francisco
– Janet Baw
– Laurel Graziano
– Lynn Brennan
– Shauna Aiken
Barry Pashby
– Martha Harrington
Bebe
– Christopher & Patricia
Weil
Becky Abbate
– Thomas & Lorna
Abbate
Bee Wellings
– Jeanne McCrea
Betty Bickle
– Paul & Celeste Kooba
Betty Press
– H.L. Scharaga
– Joyce Axelrod
Beverly McAlister
– Carole McClary
– Eve & Bobby Harris
– Louise & Richard
Renner
Bill Dobberteen
– Nancy Brownlee
In Memory Of
China
Brooks Calloway
– Dolly Danner
– Sondi Callaway
Bryon Granmo
– Luella Joan Evans
Carlyle Morris
– Bonita Treat
Carole Nills
– Ron, Jayne & Shirley
Snow
Charlene Anderson
– Mr. & Mrs. Louis
Berger
Chuck Digby
– Peggy & Elliott
Newhouse
Dolores Theriault
– McDowell Aviation
Dorothy Hinton
– Etta Bell Rose
Elise Burke
– Marcia Kirk
Elizabeth Ariel
Weedmark
– Dori DuVall
– Hifumi Ito
– Joanne Duvall
Ellen Adams
– Theatrical Wardrobe
Union Local 905
Enid Berriman
– Jeanne McCrea
Florence & Philip Edell
– Dr. Ronnie & Barbara
Edell
Mrs. Genise Lundy
– Karl Dutcher
Gordon
– Donald Ward
Greg Hertager
– David & Terry
Whittington
– John Armatis &
Roxanne Dunn
H.H. Kramer
– Thea Rider
Hazel Smets
– Gail Ballard
James Cullen
– Claire Marie Burchill
– Mark Mahoney
Joanne Velenchenko
– June Bongiorno
John Kolb
– Anne Barron
John Lewis
– Maureen Lewis
John O’Hearn
– Antonietta O’Hearn
Joyce Sapp
– Marijeane Crabtree
June Goldsmith
– Joe & Aura Hoover
Kate Franich
– Edward & Deborah
Quigley
Lee McKune
– Laura McKune
Lilian & Edward Bomes
– Dr. Ronnie & Barbara
Edell
Lou C.
– Jeffrey O’Donnell
Lulu Matthey
– Mrs. Donna Nordstrom
Mrs. Madeline Tarango
– Dennis & Maria Fipps
– GTL, Inc.
– Lene & Valerie
Manuma
Marianna Roberts
– John Roberts
Mary Bowles
– Cecilia Spada
Mary Lou Clapp
– Betty & Thomas Eklund
Mary Oyler
– Ms. Betty Ann Tetzke
Michael Ponczocha
– Janene Farmer
– Karen Goldberg
Mindy Lovell
– Mrs. Marjorie Lovell
Nathan Bohlken
– Lisa Bohlken
Norma Bruner
– Lomita Temple Pythian
Sisters
Mrs. Pat Sicher
– Trixie Mitchell
Paula Bither
– John & Suzanne
Litchfield
Paula McDaniel
– Roger & Lois Knowlton
Ried Webb
– Karla Webb
Robert Gucker
– Kiosk Information
Systems
Robert Wright
– Barbara Clayton
– Donna Marie & Donald
McGuire
– Dotti Wilkinson
Roberta Borkat
– Ann Peterson
Roberta Callahan
– Kathy Roberts & Marc
Fowler
Ross Stewart
– Tyree, Joan & Frank
Ruth Blackwell
– Willoene Hendry
Samuel Smith
– Luanne & George
Gross
Scott Goodfellow
– Charlotte Zaino
SeJ & Jason Parker
– Barbara Cord
Sharron Anne Coleman
– Dave & Christine
Shirley Hudnall
– Mary Goebel
Tedd Camillo
– Clara Gomez
Teddy & Ann Dolasinski
– Joan Dolasinski
Theresa Ciolli
– Art & Eloise Luhnow
Velda Heffernan
– Peggy & Elliott
Newhouse
Vera Morales
– Genevieve Ruhmland
Yvonne Barrett
– District 45
Administration Staff
In Memory of Pets
All of Aimee Gilmore’s
sweet & loving pets
Abby
– Gary Taul
Adriana Saulo’s Pluto
Althea Rosenwald’s
Harley
Andrea Hutchinson’s
Sabrino
Annie
– Stacy Anastasio
Apache
– Elsie Scott
In Memory Of
Scooter
Arleen & Cody Dolnick’s
Dreyfus
– Jack & Diane Slagle
Arthur & Ruth Savage’s
Daisy
B.K.
– Monica Sanchez
The Baldeaux Family’s
Max
– Karen Maxwell
The Baran Family’s Tia
– KC Causey
Mrs. Barbara Sundahl’s
Mo
– Kate Johnson
The Barron Family’s Felix
– Sherry & Bill Resh
Becky Jo Cooper’s Ernie
Begonia
– Cindy & Rick English
Bill Bauer’s Thomas
– Bernadette & Lyle
Farmer
Bill & Danielle Morrison’s
Kurri
– The Scooby Gang
Billie Hakes’ Rosie
– Diane Ross
The Bourdeau Family’s
K.C.
– Kurt & Susan Roll
Brandy & Cody
– Nancy Faye McKinnon
Bubba
– Patti Clark
Buddy
– Frank Martinez
Cat
– Rich & Christen Cooke
Cecelia & Robert
Pollack’s Mandy, Amos
& Samson
12 AnimalFare • Summer 2006

Char, Lou & Nick Sica’s
Jasmine
– John & Paulette
Kosarik
China
– Jenny Ludovissy
Christopher Erickson’s
Shannon
Coco
– Robert & Constance
Lloyd
Coco & Sara
– John Jardine & Mary
Rose
Colin Segal’s Azure &
Amber
– Kara Nichols
Colleen Welsh’s
Marshmallow, Larkie
& Murphy
Cynthia Hughes’ Tigger
– Ms. Sandrea Hughes
Dale & Dusty Craig’s
Skeeter
– Maura Wheeler
Daniel Bell’s Blonde
Dave Griffith & Deanne
Sutton’s Dillon
– Phyllis Lanphier
David Cammall’s
Norman
– Elizabeth Sullivan
Dawn Clabaugh’s Cleo
Dawn Danielson’s
Bungee
– Mark & Kris Goldstein
Debbie Carson’s Blues
– Pam & Bob Plumbley
Delrene Sims’ Kirin
The Diamond-Pott
Family’s Precious
– Laurie Sobolewski
Diana Wong’s Kody
– Diane Ross
Dorothy Barron’s Oprah
& Boo
In Memory Of
Ginger
Doug, Vera & Christina
Barile’s Killer
Elizabeth Lusk’s Luke
Ellen Dorsey’s Bella
– Shari Abdalla
Ellen & Rich Rothe’s
Autumn
Enid & Don Larsen’s
Whitey
Mr. Esteban Lopez’s
Ferdie & Sophia
– Sally Sperling
Eve Davidson’s Lacey
Festus
– Louise Gerdes
Freckles
– Frances Thompson
Dr. & Mrs. Galen
Hansen’s Maggie
– Dr. & Mrs. John Holl
Gary & Betty Gehring’s
Andrew
Mr. & Mrs. George
Guimaraes’ Coco
– Dick & DoAnn Falk
Geraldine D’Silva’s Pip
Ginger & Arlyn Kantor’s
Gidget
– Keith & Shari Snyder
Gloria Salvatierra’s
Houdini, Red & Toto
bird
Greg Skelton’s Sasha
The Hansen Family’s
Maggie
– Fred & Karen Maxwell
Jack & June Carroll’s
Sylvester
Jan & Jerry Miller’s dog
Teddy
– Norm & Sandy
Dinnsen
Jeanne Schley’s Beau &
Chelsea
– Heidi & Paul Bowden
Jeannine Letzring’s Lucky
Jeff, Sue & Jenny
Tunderg’s Binky
– Bonita Miller Jensen
Jenny & James Reazer’s
Sophie
– Steven Schock
Jim Brown’s Manubrius
Jim & Ginny Charvat’s
Vegas, Kiwi & Maggie
– Jim & Claudia Prescott
Jim & Judy Edelblute’s
Dexter
– Margaret Soderlund
Now you
can include
a photo
with your
pet tribute
gift:
To include a pet photo with your gift in memory or in honor of a pet, call
(619) 299-7012, extension 2276 or email devast@sdhumane.org for more
information. Only a limited number of photos will be published and photos
cannot be returned.
The photo submission deadline for inclusion in the fall 2006 newsletter
is Friday, June 30, 2006. Photos published will be chosen based on quality
and as space allows.
Jim & Penny Bostian’s
Sinjin
– Edith Kaspin
– Jaime & John Shea
– Mr. & Mrs. Richard
Kole
Joan & Mel Friedman’s
Jazmine
– The Polger Family
Joe & Carol Feldman’s
Scooter
– Steve & Mary Lou
Ludovissy
John Parker’s dog
Wemberly
– Betty & Michael
Grommé
– Diane Ross
– Mark & Kris Goldstein
– Parker & Catherine
Gibbs
– Shelly Stuart
John Scott’s Boris
The Karas Family’s
Ember
– Monika Crawford
Karen Kitinoja’s Simon
– Wayne Bardwell &
Steven Gennaro
Katy Bendel & John
Daniels’ Gizmo
– Billy McKnight
Mr. & Mrs. Kelly Korn’s
Foster
– Dick & DoAnn Falk
Kelly, Mike, Sammy &
Hailey Maheu’s Max
– Tricia Takacs
Miss Kelly Shea’s Oreo
– Caroline Farrar
In Honor Of
Marigold
Kim Caswell’s Forty
Laura Torbet’s Katie
Leonard Larsen’s
Sherman
– Enid & Don Larsen
The Levine Family’s Yofi
– Mark & Kris Goldstein
Lisa Selzner’s
Puddinhead
– Simran Zilaro
Lori Gentile’s Tai
– Monika Crawford
Louise Ziesmer & Emmy’s
Simba
– Enid & Don Larsen
Mack & Joe
– Susan Johnson
Mal Murphy’s Little Bit
Mamas
– Claudia Montes
Mandy
– Patricia Hanson
Marjorie Marks’
Sweetpea
Mark & Karen Ware’s
Heather Anne
Maverick, Marble Jr.,
Junior & Josie
– Patricia Wright
Max & Rico
– P.S. Breakstone
Michael & Ann Kriozere’s
Rocky
– Diane Ross
Misty
– Barbara Tillotson
Molly Broderick’s Willy
Nat Stephens’ Pablo
– Nancy Snowden
In Memory Of
Abigail
In Memory Of
Wemberly
Mr. & Mrs. Nelson
Delgado’s Nala
– Jon & Shirley McClure
Norm & Joe Rufing’s
Berty
– Ron & Patti Mix
Nosey McCutcheon
– Mr. & Mrs. Michael
Sixtus
Osa & Regala
– Cathy Thompson
Patty Eichelberger’s
Bummer
– Gail Braverman
Peggy Caetano’s Sidney
& Bo
Penny Letwin’s Jiggs
– Leslie, Stuart & all the
animals
Phoebe
– Gail Ballard
Pretzel
– Kim Snow
Pulesti Cat
– Verna Lazarnick
AnimalFare • Summer 2006
13

Gifts of Love
In Memory Of
Prudence
Puli, Lioness, Harry,
Brownie & Dixie
– Steven Deutsch
Prudence
– Simran Zilaro
Mr. & Mrs. Richard
Rumney’s Bella
– The Bemis Family
Ricki
– Clara Gomez
Riley
– Debbie Brinkofski
Rita & Jim Fitzpatrick’s
BamBam
– Dell Schroeder
Robert & Christina
Ducote’s Chiquita
Robert Dreher’s Muffins
& Blue
Robert & Jane Fallone’s
Abby
– Michelle Fallone
Robert & Johanna
Bosch’s Tiger & Studley
Roy Darnell’s Hajie &
Dude
Sandy Warren’s beloved
dog
– Richard Jensen
Scott & Rebecca Eidson’s
Lucky
– Sylvia Moore
Shannon
– Craig & Marie Prior
Sharon Porter’s Ginger
Shelly & Michael Byrne’s
Keisha
– The Barnes Girls
Mrs. Sidney Sundall’s Mo
– Irene Conner
Stacy Sieger’s Big Kitty
& Lucky
Star, Christy & Teddy
– Dr. Ronnie & Barbara
Edell
Sue Buhler & Donna
Delikat’s Sassy
– Wayne Bardwell &
Steven Gennaro
The Sullivan Family’s
Tigger
Sunny Davis
– Mr. & Mrs. Michael
Sixtus
Suzanne Figi’s Bernice
– Phyllis Lanphier
Suzie
– David Zabludowski
Taurus & Thor
– Thomas & Velma
Whittingham
Terry & Laurie Godfrey’s
Banjo
Tiger
– Ovida Collander
Tim & Linda Lidell’s Babs
– The Lorsen Family
Timothy Kinsella’s Buster
Dog
Tinkerbell
– Julia McQuinn
Tiny
– Craig Laver
Tiny
– Eduardo Ilko
Valerie Diamond & Ann
Striker’s Zoe
– Gail Braverman
Vann & Pam Johnson’s
Keoki
The Vetro Rockwell
Family’s Violet
– Suzanne Sorger
Ward Abraham’s Lucky,
Rocky & Jingles
Wayne Melvin’s Putty
In Honor of People
Angie
– Katherine Radford
Anne Heinlein
– Joe Kobryner
Blossom Penrod
– Sarita Eaton
Carol Lane’s birthday
– Catherine Christopher
Casey Meehan’s
birthday
– Helen Brooks
Mr. Chris Hanson
– Tim & Erika Wheeler
Christina Moseman
– Serena Moseman
Christine Penrod’s
birthday
– Gayle Cochrane
Debbie & Calvin
Patton
– Ms. Jude Siegfried
Deborah Dimery
– Joe Kobryner
Diane Huber
– Robin Wadleigh &
John Martin
Don Telford
– Joe Kobryner
Elise Kovi
– Soroptimist Int’l of La
Mesa
Evelyn & Richard
Schulman’s wedding
anniversary
– Dr. Gerry Knowles
Mr. Fon Johnson’s 90 th
birthday
– Charles & Jacqueline
Rowe
Glen & Alice Cords
– Terry Cords
Ivan Valdez
– Joe Kobryner
Jackson Jennings
– Netty Jennings
Jessie
– Kathy Morgan
John & Kristen Kirwan
– Kathleen Parrish
Kari Archer
– Joe Kobryner
Kathi Harris
– Jacqueline Dion
Keith Jones
– Gerladine Fontanini
Mr. Kyle Beckman’s
birthday
– James Dickie
Lillian Peterson
– Diane Epstein
Lisa Rini’s birthday
– George & Corinne
Wallet
In Memory Of
Little Bit
Lorraine O’Brien
– Joe Kobryner
Lynn Grant’s birthday
– Carol Neer
M.L. Santos
– Charlene Higgs
Madeline Pickens’
birthday
– Gayle Cochrane
Marge Turner
– Joanne Akers
Dr. Mark Goldstein
– Audrey, Steve,
Samantha & Evan
Mattie, Jan & Dean
– Carolyn & Steve
Esposito
Midge Cordry
– Tad & Jane Cordry
Miguela Fiori’s 11 th
birthday
– David Kleinfeld & Beth
Friedman
– Greg & Lisa Fiori
– Gwyn & Mark Rice
– Kelly & Katherine
Bowie
– Lee Morgan
– Sima & Tim Paradise
Mikayla McCarthy’s
birthday
– Frenchy & Pepe
Mike Beanes’ birthday
– Faith Perry
Natasha Moss’ Bat
Mitzvah
– Tracy, Gary, Abbi &
Ilana
Oliver Paulson-Pickens
– Sarita Eaton
Dr. & Mrs. Ori
Ben-Yehuda’s wedding
– Catherine & Alfred
Hart
Patricia Ryan
– Mike Merinar
Robbie
– Phillip Prather
Susan Chicoine
– Joe Kobryner
Susan Dzienius’
birthday
– Cynthia Benner
Susan McCandless’
wedding
– Mr. Bob Rubel
Tim Heitman
– Joe Kobryner
Vanessa Ybarra
– Joe Kobryner
Yvonne Muzzy
– Aaron Borovy
– Dolores Davies
– Keri Minehert
– Stacie Spector
– Stephanie Sides
– Tracie Davee
In Honor of Pets
Belle
– Susan Brooks
Bernie
– Lynn Marvis
Birdy
– Sarah Klempau
Chris Lichtenberger’s
Sammy
Cody
– Linda Hardenbergh
Dawn Clabaugh’s Scamp
Figment & Truffles
– Tara Cecil
Kathleen Horton’s
Maggie
Krissy
– Gary Walton
In Memory Of
Puddinhead
Maxie & Molly
– Jean Martin
Murphy & Bailey
– Karen Wintersteller
Oscar & Olivia
– Sandy Contreras
Rocki
– Bill Fairchild
Sammy
– Sally Kuchik
Sasha
– Kathy Elliott
Scooby
– Larry Kellis
Snookie
– Bonita David
Sonia Jensen’s Tashi
Sweet Pea
– Jim Moseman
14 AnimalFare • Summer 2006

In Memory Of
Forty
Tai Tai
– Charlene Higgs
Tigger & Serenity
– Susan Dolezal
Truffles’ birthday
– Barbara Cord
Wendy Keely’s Blue
CH Wise Guy’s Laverne’s
AKC championship
– Dr. Helen Well
Zeke’s birthday
– Barbara Cord
Veterinary
Memorials
Dr. Anthony Michael
– Amy Beltran’s Maddie
– Archer Sagman’s Scout
– Arlen Kantor’s Gidget
– The Armstrong Family’s
Toby
– Barbara Autrey’s
Gidget
– The Becker Family’s
Skylar
– The Bemis Family’s
Buttons
– Bob Flood’s Madison
– The Bradshaw Family’s
Murphy
– Chuck Abel’s Rosa May
– Colette Mayhar’s Penny
– Diane Schroeder’s
Sophie
– Donna Gutzler’s
Snoopy
– Douglas Rubin’s Rosie
– Enes Andrews’
Squeaky
– Everett Hernandez Jr.’s
Baci
– Frances Mooney’s
Sasha
– Gabriella Wasser’s
Trevor
– The Ganz Family’s
Oscar
– Garrett Churchill’s
Dusty
– Gary Birchler’s Isaac
– The Grogan Family’s
Widget
– The Harris Family’s Lulu
– Harvey Forward’s
Snoopy
– The Hellman Family’s
Rascal
– Holly Strand’s Boomer
– Jennifer Bray’s Conan
– Joanne Arens’ Max
– Joely Leeper’s Sammy
– John Jackson’s Jozey
– Judy Berger’s Shanna
– Katherine Telford’s
Rosey
– Kathy Trudersheim’s
Frank
– Ken Kimball’s Oakley
– Kerry McTaggart’s Riley
– Kyle Frazier’s Lucy &
Brady
– Linda Zintz’s Madison
– Liz Hildreth’s Roman
– Lori Petchauer’s Blackie
– Marian Modrak’s Judy
– The Mayer Family’s
Blue
– Mike Wanta’s Elvis
– Nancy Doerring’s
Quincy
– Neal Matthys’ Miranda
– Omar Figueroa’s Max
– Patricia & Ed Keating’s
Alexander
– Patti Cole’s Suki
– Phyllis Sullivan’s Cuda
– Randy Saroff’s Mac
– The Ransom Family’s J.C.
– Rebecca Rader’s Mugsy
– The Reedholm Family’s
Shelby
– Reno Dimagiba’s
Kashmir
– Rich Julian’s Vexie
– The Richey Family’s
Josie
– Rose Marie Madruga’s
Seamus
– The Smith Family’s
Kruger
– The Spurbick Family’s
Rajah
– Tracy & Steve
Templeton’s Jessie
– Val Plummer’s Poody
– Wesley Holden’s Sidney
Dr. Gerry Soifer
– Amy Calloway’s Molly
– Brad Werner’s Kelso
– The Chillak Family’s
Fannie Mae
– The Engels Family’s
Kiwi
– Eve Simmons & Family’s
Kringle
– The Glauer Family’s
Domino
– Greg Snortum’s Bear
– Jeannie Carnes’
Sammy
– Mrs. Jodi Zimmerman’s
Bert
– Karla Dadd’s Sushi
– The Lane Family’s
Chance
– Mary & Henry Herms’
Tristan
– Michelle Feinstein’s
Rocko
– Pat Leach’s Spot
– Mr. Richard Kuffner’s
Chance
– The Seible Family’s
Donner
– Torrey Neel’s Shop
Kitty
Dr. Grafton Houston
– Andre Douzjian’s Leo
– Barbara Bennett’s Tasha
– Bill & Sally Luster’s
Misty
– Bonnie Pearlman
& Sheldon Bleiweiss’
Boychick
– Chris Carter’s Bailey
– Chris & Cindy
Betschart’s Sonic
– Colleen & Nathen
Larsen’s Cassie
In Memoriam
– Crystal Trenkel’s Harley
– Dannette & Robert
Rusnack’s Nellie
– Dean & Christy
Rosenberg’s Tanner
– Dennis Milroy’s Kato
– Erin & Emily Rife’s
Crackers
– Ester Ewell’s Pedro
– Gabriella Santis’ Cosmo
– Jeri & Al Pierce-
Rodriguez’ Prince
– Jim Hurtado’s Jazzer
– Jim & Judy Walker’s
Riley
– Joseph Dau’s Benny
– Kelly O’Keefe’s Casey
– Les & Linda Kleiner’s
Cinder
– Lori Kennedy’s Berlin
– Mark Sanna’s Georgie
– Michael Moran’s Logan
– Sheila & James
Masterson’s Casey
– Steve Dakis’ Shelby
– Susan Jones’ Ato Trey
& Hoss
– Suzie Humphrey’s
Honey
Dr. Nancy Bushnell
– Alan & Jane Watkins’
Mocha
– Ann & Rick Hein’s
Sunny
– The Burdick Family’s
Mango
– Chris Glondeniz’s
Korat
– David & Jean Danko’s
Brandy
– The Hillegas Family’s
Raven
– Jean & Allen
Lenefsky’s Ti
– Jon Cullen’s Suzie
– Julie & Dominic
Burtech’s Kalani
– Karie Shipcott & Doug
Dunfod’s Rasta
– Kathy Tuvel’s Juno
– The May Family’s
Carmel
– The Moore Family’s
Jake
– Myrna Roberts’ Jet
– Peggy Edwards’ Leo
– Priscilla Hart’s Hannah
– The Rincon Family’s
Rookie
– Theresa Loverro’s
Margarita
Dr. Patricia Teague
– Mr. & Mrs. Dan Lucas’
Alex
– Gerald Whitney’s Lillian
– Jack & Cheryl Gartlan’s
Pookie
– Jack & Sue Prior’s Missy
– Mr. & Mrs. Larry
Richardson’s Lilly Belle
In Memory Of
Shannon
Gifts from wills and trusts help to ensure that the Humane Society’s
charitable programs serving animals and people will be available long
into the future. The San Diego Humane Society and SPCA wishes to
acknowledge, in memoriam, recent gifts from the following individuals’
estates received between February 1, 2006 and April 15, 2006.
• Charlotte R. Anderson
• Lucine Benedict
• Estelle N. Bergman
• Cecelia M. Collier
• David Walter McCoy Family Trust
• Alexandra A. Grant
• Florence L. Green
• Caroline M. Hayden
• Lucille C. Heide
• Muriel Jane Lewis
• Robert and Mildred Mackintosh
Family Trust
• John and Jennie Newton Trust
• Robert E. Newton
• Sanda Shively
• Ada Van Vliet
• Amelia and William H. Worthington
AnimalFare • Summer 2006
15

Losing a Pet: A Heartbreaking Experience
For pet owners, the meows, barks,
chirps and other friendly noises
associated with their pets are
comforting, everyday sounds. Pet
owners are used to coming home each
day to their pets’ loving faces, and
willingly devote hours to their pets’
happiness through various feeding,
grooming, playing and petting rituals.
Because of this devotion, it’s no surprise
that our pets hold a special place in our
hearts. Not only are they considered
best friends, great listeners, and
wonderful companions, they also give
their owners unconditional love; so it
is common that when a beloved pet
passes, the pain felt after the loss can
be overwhelming. Consequently many
pet parents go through the same grieving
process for their pet as they would a
human companion. Even though the pet
has passed, the bond created between the
human and the animal remains.
In recognition of the complex feelings
associated with the loss of a pet, and in
honor of the human-animal bond, the
San Diego Humane Society and SPCA
offers a bi-monthly Pet Loss Support
Group as a resource to the community.
The support group is not only open to
those who have recently lost their pet,
but to those who are still mourning an
old loss, anticipating the death of a pet,
or preparing for euthanasia. Family,
friends and society may not always
understand the depth of one’s love for
a pet and therefore they may find it
difficult to support the grief felt by those
who’ve lost a pet. The Pet Loss Support
Group provides an environment where
thoughts and emotions can be shared
with those of similar circumstances and
feelings of grief are understood and
validated.
Perhaps the most vital
step in coping with the
emotions you will feel
upon the loss of your pet
is acknowledging them.
Facilitated by Licensed Clinical Social
Worker, Louisa Triandis, attendees to the
Pet Loss Support Group are invited to
share their memories, frustrations and
pain in an open and sympathetic forum.
After her first session, one participant
said she felt better realizing she had “a
sense of camaraderie with others who
felt the same way.” Participants are
Photo: Rebecca Pinnick
encouraged and supported through the
natural process of grieving as they
progress through the common stages of
denial, anger, depression, bargaining,
guilt and resolution. There is no set
amount of time for each stage, nor a
specific emotion one should feel. Each
person grieves in his or her own way
and may not go through each stage.
Perhaps the most vital step in coping
with the emotions you will feel upon the
loss of your pet is acknowledging them.
Triandis says, “Having one, two or even
three set times every day when you
know you will spend 15 to 30 minutes
crying, journaling or doing whatever you
want to grieve can be helpful. It is also
important to take good care of yourself,
eat well and exercise even if you don’t
feel like it.”
If you’ve lost a pet and feel like you
would benefit from the support of others
who’ve experienced a similar loss, then
the San Diego Humane Society’s Pet
Loss Support Group may help.
The Pet Loss Support Group is held
on the first Tuesday of the month from
6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and the third Saturday
of the month from 10 a.m. to noon.
The cost is $25 per session. To register,
please call (619) 299-7012, ext. 2311.
Ka
16 AnimalFare • Summer 2006

College Educated Cat Ready for His Next Challenge
Skippo is a dashing 12-year-old who has been through taking oral medication to help
more changes in his life then most people, yet he remains him maintain a healthy weight.
a sweet and affectionate boy.
• Skippo can’t wait to find
• Skippo spent his younger days living in a fraternity a family with adults or older
house. Upon, graduation Skippo went back to his grandparent’s respectful children that will
house where he happily learned to live with other cats and be able to provide him with a
dogs. Eventually, his senior caretakers could no longer care for serene and stable home for his
him and he was brought to the San Diego Humane Society. twilight years.
• Humane Society caregivers often comment on this
If you feel that you may have
mellow cat’s great personality. Being on the mature side, a special connection with this
Skippo is ready to enjoy quality people time.
worldly guy, come down to the San Diego Humane Society
• Skippo has Hyperthyroidism, a condition fairly common and SPCA today and ask to meet the “Collegiate Kitty”
in older cats. Although his symptoms are minimal, Skippo is named Skippo.
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Photo: Tricia Macri
A Perfect Match
A
special little dog named Calvin got a second chance at
life and love thanks to our Sherman Street Program.
You see, the Sherman Street Program uses the
Humane Society’s former facility on Sherman Street to house
and care for animals transferred from overcrowded shelters
throughout San Diego and beyond. Calvin was transferred to
Sherman Street from an animal welfare organization in Los
Angeles and this is his story.
On February 9, 2006 Calvin (then named Derby) was waiting
at the San Diego Humane Society’s Gaines Street facility
in dog habitat #14 for his new pet parents to find him. On that
day Patricia Miller came to the San Diego Humane Society and
Patricia (left), Terry (right) and Calvin
pose for a reunion photo at the
San Diego Humane Society.
Photo: Simran Zilaro
SPCA with her caretaker
and friend, Ann, to find a
dog to be her companion.
They had come to meet
another dog they had seen
on the Internet, but weren’t
sure if her size and energy
level were right for Patricia,
who is handicapped. Luckily
their adoption counselor,
Terry Lockwood, knew a dog
that would be the perfect
match for Patricia and she
introduced them. It turned
out to be a great fit!
Here is a note we received from Patricia a few months after she
adopted her new friend:
Calvin… there aren’t words to describe what a cool dog
he is. He came in to my home via another dog whose cute
face on the Internet took me to the San Diego Humane
Society. That dog was a little too big for me, I wanted a
friend I could hold on my lap.
Our adoption counselor Terry said she had the dog
for me. She took me to see a little brown Chihuahua mix.
We were a couple immediately, him sitting on my lap
and licking my face. So off we went to his new home
in Escondido.
First, I changed his name to Calvin and he quickly
became the king of our home, sleeping under the covers,
which his dad said would never happen (little did he
know!) and having the run of the house. However, Calvin
is more than a beloved pet, he is also my protector.
Being handicapped I have difficulties swallowing and
often choke. One day, Calvin was outside in the backyard
with my caretaker, Ann, for his walk. I was eating my
breakfast and started choking. Neither Ann nor my
boyfriend was close enough to hear me, but Calvin did!
He pulled Ann, running through the patio at full speed
trying to get to me. He was going so fast trying to get to
me that he didn’t see the closed sliding glass door and
ran into it. Luckily, Calvin was OK and thanks to him,
so am I.
Calvin has been a wonderful addition to our home
showing us how dogs are our companions, friends and
protectors, giving us unadulterated love and devotion.
Thank you for enriching my life,
Patricia Miller
SW
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Humane Society’s Fur Ball Sets the Stage for Love
When Diane Pierce won the
raffle for the Westminster
Dog Show Package at last
year’s Fur Ball, she never thought that
her trip to New York would change her
life forever.
Diane and her boyfriend, Jason
Severson, were invited to attend the
Humane Society’s annual Fur Ball gala
by John E. Parker, a long time supporter
of the Humane Society and past Fur
Ball honoree. During the event, Diane
won tickets to see the Westminster Dog
Show in New York City and Jason knew
it would be the perfect place to propose
to Diane.
Jason planned the weeklong trip
to New York City meticulously, with
dinner reservations to the most exclusive
restaurants and tickets to the hottest
Broadway musicals. The one thing
he didn’t plan on was the weather. A
blizzard hit New York City that
Valentine’s Day weekend with over
26-inches of snow. Still, that didn’t stop
his plans of proposing to Diane in the
middle of Central Park at a bench in
front of “The Pond” on that beautiful,
snowy February 14 th .
He gave Diane two presents that
afternoon and instructed her to open the
larger present first, a book titled “The
Right Dog For You.” The second present
was also a book; a miniature book in the
shape of a small house titled “Home.” As
she opened the mini-book, carved within
the pages was a beautiful diamond
engagement ring. At that moment,
Jason got down on one knee and said,
“Diane, I want to adopt a dog, choose a
home, and build a future with you. Will
you marry me?”
Diane and Jason are presently
planning the details of their upcoming
Jason and Diane moments after Jason proposed in
Central Park.
nuptials and the San Diego Humane
Society and SPCA feels honored to have
been just a small part of their beautiful
love story and wishes them the best in
their future together.
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Wish List
For the Animals
Food:
• Dog biscuits/treats
• Cheeze Whiz
• Canned chicken
• Meat-flavored baby food
• Nutro Max mini-chunk dry dog food
• Pig’s ears
• Timothy hay for rabbits and guinea pigs
Toys:
• Alpine Cat Scratchers
• Agility tunnel (i.e. a child’s play tunnel)
• New cat trees/scratchers
• Kitten/cat and puppy/dog toys
• KONG dog food toys
• Nylabones
• Rawhide chew toys
• Plastic children’s pool
Other:
• Blankets and padded pet beds
• Dog and cat grooming brushes
• Heating pads (electrical or microwaveable)
• Lint rollers
• Old newspapers
• Portable CD players (five) with built in
speakers (battery operated and AC
adapter) to play soothing music for
stressed animals
• Puppy housetraining pads
• Washer and/or dryer (residential-type)
For the Society
Office Supplies
• 8-inch scissors
• $.39 stamps
• Dry Erase markers
• Envelopes: No. 9 and 10 and 8.5-by-11
inch and larger envelopes
• Industrial stapler
• Ink cartridges for HP printer
HP cartridge numbers:
27 (black)
28 (tri-color)
56 (color or black)
57 (color, tri-color or black)
58 (color or black)
95 (color or black)
Miscellaneous/Other:
• AA batteries
• Animal-themed children’s books and
birthday party supplies
• Attractive shelves/cabinets for displaying
merchandise; small jewelry display cases
• Children’s arts and crafts supplies
(markers, crayons, construction paper,
glue, tape, etc.)
• Endoscope and related tools for
veterinary department
• EZ-up awning
• Large outdoor restaurant-style propane
heater
• Macintosh compatible, pet-related video
games for the children’s Interactive
Animal House
• Mannequin bust
• Paper towels
• Portable radio
• Silk sunflowers
Gift Certificates/Cards to:
• IKEA for dog and cat room furniture
• Local gas stations for the Pet-Assisted
Therapy program
• Local restaurants, movie theaters and
book stores for volunteer recognition
• Michaels for education craft supplies
• Staples and Office Depot
For more information about Wish List
items, please call (619) 243-3401 or
contact devast@sdhumane.org
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Summer 2006 Calendar of Events
MAY
2 Pet Loss Support Group, 6:30-8:30 p.m., $25
3 How to Live Happily Ever After with Your Dog,
6-8 p.m., $15
6 Pet PALS Kid’s Club, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., $75 yearly fee
or $15 Try-it Fee
6 Puppy Fun Class (five weeks long), 2:30 to 4 p.m., $159
9 How to Live Happily Ever After with Your Cat,
6-8 p.m., $15
13 12 th Annual Walk for Animals, 7:30 a.m.-12 p.m. at
Fiesta Island, open to the public
13 Puppy Support Group (lesson 1), 1-2 p.m.,
$15 each lesson
18 Happy Hour Lecture Series: Intro. to Reiki,
6-7:30 p.m., $10 (people only)
20 Pet Loss Support Group, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., $25
20 Puppy Support Group (lesson 2), 1-2 p.m.,
$15 each lesson
21 Animal Tales, 1 p.m., $2 per child, no reservations
required
24 Foundation for Dog Sports, 6:30-7:45 p.m.,
$149 (six weeks long)
25 Tots and Tales, 10:30 a.m., $2 per child
26 Doggie Café, 6-8 p.m., $10
29 Humane Society closed in observance of Memorial Day
31 Home Alone workshop, 6-8 p.m., $35
All events are held at the San Diego Humane Society and SPCA
and require pre-registration or reservations unless otherwise
noted. Please call (619) 299-7012 and the extension listed to preregister
or reserve a space in a program or visit our website at
www.sdhumane.org for more information.
Animal Adventure Camp, Animal Tales, Pet PALS Kid’s Club
and Tots and Tales: ext. 2251
Good Puppy, Foundation for Dog Sports, Home Alone
Workshop, Living Happily Ever After with Your Dog/Cat,
Puppy Fun Class, Puppy Support Group, Urban Pup:
ext. 2273
Doggie Café: ext. 2230
Pet First Aid, Happy Hour Lecture Series: ext. 2249
Pet Loss Support Group: ext. 2311
Walk for Animals: ext. 2218
Adoptathon: ext. 2293
juNe
3 Pet PALS Kid’s Club, 10 a.m-12 p.m., $75 yearly fee or
$15 Try-it Fee
3 Puppy Support Group (lesson 1), 1-2 p.m.,
$15 each lesson
6 How to Live Happily Ever After with Your Cat,
6-8 p.m., $15
6 Pet Loss Support Group, 6:30-8:30 p.m., $25
7 How to Live Happily Ever After with Your Dog,
6-8 p.m., $15
9-11 Adoptathon 2006, adoption info fair and activities,
extended hours, free event
15 Happy Hour Lecture Series: “Dogs and Toddlers,”
6-7:30 p.m., $10 (people only)
17 Pet Loss Support Group, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., $25
17 Puppy Support Group (lesson 1), 1-2 p.m., $15 each lesson
18 Animal Tales, 1 p.m., $2 per child, no reservations required
22 Tots and Tales, 10:30 a.m., $2 per child
24 Puppy Fun Class (five weeks long), 2:30 to 4 p.m., $159
24 Puppy Support Group (lesson 2), 1-2 p.m., $15 each lesson
28 Home Alone workshop, 6-8 p.m., $35
30 Doggie Café, 6-8 p.m., $10
july
1 Pet First Aid, 1-5 p.m., $45
1 Pet PALS Kid’s Club, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., $75 yearly fee or
$15 Try-it Fee
2 Humane Society at PETCO Park’s Adoption Day, must
purchase Padres tickets to enter
4 Humane Society closed in observance of Independence Day
9 Good Puppy (first of two classes), 12-1:15 p.m., $39
10-14 Animal Adventure Camp (Week 1), 9 a.m.-3 p.m.,
$190 per child
15 Pet Loss Support Group, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., $25
17-21 Animal Adventure Camp (Week 2), 9 a.m.-3 p.m.,
$190 per child
24-28 Animal Adventure Camp (Week 3), 9 a.m.-3 p.m.,
$190 per child
20 Happy Hour Lecture Series: “Intro to TTouch,”
6-7:30 p.m., $10 (people only)
28 Doggie Café, 6-8 p.m., $10
31- Animal Adventure Camp (Week 4), 9 a.m.-3 p.m.,
8/4 $190 per child
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Now’s the purr-fect time to find the furry love of your life at
the San Diego Humane Society and SPCA’s Pet Adoptathon!
Mingle with adoptable animals and enjoy complimentary
food and beverages. The Humane Society’s experienced “Pet
Matchmakers” will help match you to the right companion.
This annual event, aimed at finding homes for wonderful
adoptable animals, is part of a community effort to
help bring people and pets together and raise
awareness about pet adoption.
For more information call (619) 243-3439
or visit www.sdhumane.org.
5500 Gaines Street
San Diego, CA 92110-2572
www.sdhumane.org
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