Winter 2009 • V ol. 43 No. 4 - San Diego Humane Society and SPCA

Photo: Candice Eley
Photo: Candice Eley
s A Cheetah’s Best Friend
In the case of a cheetah named Bakari, there’s no friend
closer than Miley, a 2-year-old Labrador mix. Adopted by the
Zoological Society of San Diego from the San Diego Humane
Society and SPCA, Miley is an official San Diego Zoo cheetah
pal, and her job is to help Bakari ease into his role as an
animal ambassador. Through her outgoing and people-loving
personality, Miley keeps Bakari relaxed and confident in new
situations. Together, the two educate visitors in the Zoo’s
“Backstage Pass” program, raising awareness for both wildlife
conservation and pet adoption.
s A Featured Pet Finds His Happy Home
Staff and volunteers alike delighted with the happy
news of Buster’s adoption. Buster, a sweet 4-year-old
Shepherd mix whose story of rescue by the Humane
Investigations team was featured in the Fall issue of
AnimalFare, was adopted in September. He was a favorite
of all who came in contact with him. Buster’s sweet
disposition and affectionate ways were a true testament to
the healing powers of love in the face of adversity.
Photo: Candice Eley
s
Celebrating Our Volunteers
Oct. 4 was a day of festive food and celebration
at the San Diego Humane Society. Volunteers were
treated to an afternoon appreciation picnic that
included a talk from renowned author and radio
personality Dr. Richard Lederer, who signed copies
of his latest releases A Treasury for Cat Lovers and A
Treasury for Dog Lovers. Special awards were given
to the dedicated volunteers that have reached the
milestones of five, 10, 15, 20 and even 35 years of
devoted service to the Humane Society.
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AnimalFare • Winter 2009