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HAWAII ISLAND
SERVING THE ENTIRE BIG ISLAND
First Quarter 2011
President’s Letter
It’s a New Year and I am looking forward to new possibilities in 2011. Being the optimistic sort of person that I am,
I look back on the incredible achievements made by Hawaii Island Humane Society the past few years and I
become really excited about the positive direction this organization is headed.
Under Donna Whitaker’s leadership as executive director, tedious things like financial audits have at long last been
brought up to date so that she can focus on grants, staff development, community relationships, fundraising and
the like. There is an amazing staff in place at each of the three shelters caring for animals 24/7 and they obviously
love what they do.
We are still talking about the success of Pet Walk and how much fun it was to see so many friends and their pets
walking along Alii Drive in Kailua Village and even in the ubiquitous Hilo rain during the East Hawaii walk. You can
be sure we will make the 2011 Pet Walks even more fun for participants – both the two-legged and four-legged ones.
In the meantime, I’m already anticipating this year’s Tropical Paws which has just been scheduled for Friday, May 6.
And hopefully many of you were thinking “Pet Calendar” over the holidays and you snapped a photo of your kitty
curled up under your holiday tree or your dog chewing on Christmas packages. Entry forms for our annual Pets in
Paradise calendar will be available online soon for photo entries for the 2012 edition (yikes — who can think about
2012 already??).
But what I really want to share with you after all is said and done is that I am so fortunate to be rewarded every
time I happen to run in to a smiling owner of an adopted dog or cat. I’m constantly reminded by these people how
much they love their animals and how much their pets have changed their lives. They thank ME but the thanks
belong to the animals themselves. The lesson here is that somewhere, right now, in one of our shelters, there is an
animal waiting for you that will change your life for the better.
Although I’m certainly not one to recommend a New Year’s resolution, perhaps we
could help one another resolve to think more often about those who have no voice
of their own. Adopt our next pet, donate more of our time, money, goods and
services to Hawaii Island Humane Society in 2011. Then it really would be a year
filled with possibilities…and untold rewards.
Aloha, Mahalo, and Hauoli Makahiki Hou!
Susy Chillingworth Ruddle
PRESIDENT, HAWAII ISLAND HUMANE SOCIETY
WISH LIST
Towels
•
Treats
•
Pet Toys
•
Large recycling bins
White and hunter green outdoor paint
•
Dryer
Donated materials for Waimea’s kennel project (please contact Natalie at the shelter)
Silent auction donations for Tropical Paws
Volunteers and Foster Parents
POSE YOUR PETS FOR ANNUAL CALENDAR
We will begin accepting entries very soon for the 2012 calendar edition of
Pets in Paradise. The calendar will feature two cover models plus twelve
monthly pin-up pets. Every entry image is included
somewhere in the professionally-produced calendar.
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Entry forms will be available at www.HIHS.org so check
regularly so you may download the entry form and
complete instructions along with helpful photo tips.
Entries are just $15 each and there is no limit to the number of entries an individual may
submit. Entry deadline will be 4:00 p.m. Friday, June 3, 2011.
A few 2011 Pet Calendars remain. They are available at a special price of just $15 for two.
Please stop by any shelter to purchase your copies.
MAHALO LIST BEGINS OUR NEW YEAR ON POSITIVE NOTE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR MAHALO
I’d like to begin this New Year with a message of gratitude to
the dedicated group of professionals that serve on Hawaii
Island Humane Society’s Board of Directors. These individuals
bring their varied experiences and expertise to every board
meeting and through their tenacity and willingness to work
through issues HIHS has become a better organization.
Mahalo Susy, Ross, Peggy, Scott, Paulette, Mary, Christie,
Elizabeth and Rick.
Donna Whitaker, ED
PET
WALK
2010
SANTA PAWS MAHALO
Mahalo to everyone who participated
in our Santa Paws event at the Kona
Bark Park. Several individuals took
advantage of the opportunity to create
fun holiday greeting cards from the
professional photo taken by Liz Kover with Santa. Pictured here is HIHS
Executive Director Donna Whitaker, Peanut, Badger and of
course…Santa (a.k.a. Joshua Hubbs).
Many thanks to the
Volunteers and
Participants in this
year’s annual
Pet Walk
in Hilo and Kona.
Mahalo is also extended to the following companies for their support:
Huggo’s • Alii Veterinary
Pet Hospital • Keauhou Veterinary
Hollywood Cinemas • Kona Brewing Company
Debbie Weil-Manuma – Weil & Associates
Big Island Kettle Korn • Hawaii Coffee & Tea • Jamba Juice
Gary Sturdy • Ai‘ Open A Coffee • Pet Pails Hawaii • Sheer Magic
Danny the Dog • Ricky Wayne Shelton • Lyman Medeiros
Mahalo to Rotary Club of Kona and
Denny’s Restaurant for partnering with
Hawaii Island Humane Society to host “Fill
the Bowl” event in January.
Mahalo to Mauna Lani Bay Resort &
Bungalows for their annual Festival of Trees
during the holidays. Although HIHS wasn’t
among the top three vote-getters, we
appreciate being able to participate in this
charitable endeavor.
And finally our heartfelt Mahalo to the
Atherton Family Foundation for their
generous donation of $15,000 to the Katie
Fund, a targeted Spay/Neuter Fund to help
the community address pet over-population.
Through the generosity of supporters such
as the Atherton Family Foundation, the Katie
Fund is used to finance Low Income
Spay/Neuter Coupons, feral cat clinics, and
our Mama Dog/Mama Cat Program.
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RECYCLING FOR THE ANIMALS
Jordan & Nicole Vedelli turned in their HI-5 recycle
items and raised $90 which they promptly donated
for the animals at HIHS Waimea shelter. What a
wonderful idea!
KEAAU SHELTER STAFF
Sometimes, you just don’t know how the day will go. Not too long before
Christmas, Keaau Animal Control Officer Stanley Yugong happened upon a
family with young children. He could readily see the children were not
going to have a very merry Christmas. Stanley spread the word among his
co-workers and in a few days’ time, they had gifts galore wrapped and
ready to deliver in time for Christmas. This selfless action truly
demonstrates the heart of Hawaii Island Humane Society. We are proud to
have them on our team.
CELEBRATING ADOPTION SUCCESS
“Aloha. I just wanted to let you know that Sweet
Pea is doing great. She now weighs over 17
pounds and loves to take walks with me in the
rainforest where we live. She is very happy here
and we are truly blessed to have her. Thank you for
your dedicated service to our animals here on the
island.”
Thanks, Patrick O’Kelley
LANDSCAPERS EXTRODINAIRE
Mahalo to Cynthia Marie Mundo and her granddaughter Tisha Kalei Souza
who spent an October weekend pulling weeds, moving rocks and planting
low maintenance succulents around the Waimea Humane Society shelter
sign. The dynamic duo plans to maintain their work throughout the year.
Thank you both so much!
KTA SUPER STORES SUPER MAHALO
KTA Super Stores recently presented a
check for $6920 to Hawaii Island
Humane Society on behalf of Pedigree
Brand from proceeds of pet food
purchases made at all store locations.
In the photo, (L-R)Tracey Yamane,
KTA Super Stores Marketing Manager,
Duane Mendoza, Hawaii Island Humane
Society (HIHS) Keaau Shelter Manager,
and Donna Whitaker, HIHS Executive
Director pose with two adorable
residents from the Kea'au Shelter that
are in need of a loving home.
Photo by Sheri Okahara
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Mahalo to our
generous supporters
who help make a
difference.
Each donation helps Hawaii
Island Humane Society
achieve its mission to
prevent cruelty to animals,
eliminate pet overpopulation,
and enhance the relationship
between humans and
animals.
DONATIONS RECEIVED OCT – DEC
$25 – $75
Cherry Bucholz
Leon Hallacher
Lance & Robin Koch
Debra Bulosan
Linda Halsted
Kassie Kometani
Jo Buoncristiani
Mike & Bryan Hancock
Glenn & Maya Kondo
Cecilie & Jeff Burleson
Richard Harbottle
Sydney & Lois Diane Kraul
Steve & Keri Campbell
Helen Harris
Shelley Kreutzmann
Susan Canter
Roger & Kadie Harris
Kessel Kua
Mary Ann Carroll
Victoria Hasty
Kathleen Kuharski
Deborah Chang
Stephen Hatada
Myrtle Kunitake
Renne Chapman
Lori Havens
Michie Kuwaye
Albert Chee
Larry & Janet Hayes
Tom & Joan Lamont
Chris Christenson
Caroline & Michael Heil
Joan Lawhead
Thomas & June Chun
Dvorah Henderson
Vanessa Lawson
Christine Chun
Connie Henley
Richard Lazear
Yolanda Clay
Tom, Alice & Fran Henley
Jeffrey & Teresa Leicher
Jerry and Eloise Coiner
Dr. Edwin & Belinda Herd
Tom Leonard
Gregory Colden
Jill Herring
Melanie Leong
Shelley Cole
Susan Hicks
Charlene Leydelmeyer
Robert Colvett
Pamela Higgins
Howard W. Littell
Kathy Comito
Tom & Vickie Higginson
John & Luca Liwai
Anonymous (14 donations)
Robin Corbin
Warren & Sharon Higuchi
Gary & Yvonne Maeda
Big Island Poultry
Stephen Coughlin
Kim Hillman
Rodney & Edythe Maeda
Miss Malia
Holly Cunningham
Murray & Mary Jo Hill
Byron & Annie Maeda
Fashion Consignment Studio
Romel & Jodean Delacruz
Mavis Hirata
Bert & Hazel Maedo
Dixson 76
Gale & Cyndi Dalton
Diana Holmes
Dr Richard & Phyllis Maffi
GlaxoSmithKline
Billy & Denise Davis
John Honl
Michael & Denise Malsie
Arc of Hilo
Joseph Deluz
Kathleen Horgan
Cindy Marquez
Foodland
Bill & Elaine Deupree
Deborah Hoshide-Cohn
Candace Martin
Jamba Juice Hawaii
Paul & Patricia Dewenter
Patrick & Susan Howarth
Richard & Bertha Mashiyama
Christopher & Leslie Agorastos
Arabinda & Adrienne Dey
Joanne K. & James R. Hubal
John & Sheila Mason
Patrick & Annette Aiona
Dana DiNunzio & Mike Lawler
Tahiti Huetter
Shannon Mathers
Sandra Amundson
Brendan & Jennifer Dunn
Don Inaba
Nobuo & Nancy Matsui
Donny Andrade
Diana Durkee
Katherine Ishiro
Jeffrey McDaniel
Peter & Linda Aprecio
Richard Elliott
Keith & Saddie Iwamoto
Clanton & Mary McInnis
Doug Arnold
Steven & Lauralynn Ellison
Lembi James
James & Kelly McMahon
Wayne & Kathy Awai
William Ernst
Roy & Dorothy Jardine
Judy McManama
Robin Backhaus
Vicki Fiege
Ruth Jaworski
Larry & Tanya McMillan
Barbara Jayne
Charlene Mears
Gary and Heather Bailey
Judy Folk
Joelle Baird
Evarts C. & Phyllis G. Fox
William Jennings
Gary Menino
Edward & Elizabeth Ballerini
Frederick & Janice Fox
Ronald & Sue Jenkins
Lee Messenger
Bernard & Remegia Balsis
Judith Frazier
Jill Jermann
Lionel & Carol Meyer
Richard Belas
Anthony Freda
David Johnson
Randy & Rebecca Miller
Gary & Martha Belcher
Miles & Felicia Fry
Amy Ka
Irene D. Minor
Kate Bell
Richard Fucik
Charles & Doris Kakigi
Wanda Moitoza
Pat & Ray Berry
Robert & Deete Fujitake
Ione Kanetake
Sherrie Montgomery
Robert & Linda Bidigare
Phil & Elaine Fukushima
Steve Kaplan
Bruce & Jeanne Moore
Diane Blanchard
Linda Gallano
Robert & Marjorie Karp
Reginald & Brenda Morimoto
Abbe Boon
Ruth Galloway
Vince & Sharyl Kasarskis
Larry Morris
Brian & Lianne Boshard
Debra Joy & John Gavelek
Addie Kearns
Anne & Michael Mosley
Angie Bowman
Mark & Marchand Green
David & Margaret Kearns
Clifford K. & Joy Motta
Pauline Brault
David Griffin
Sharon Kennelly
Joanne Mucha
Carol Brede
Doris Griffith
Karmen Kimball
Deirdre Britt
Rena Grimaldo
Robert & Arlene Klotz
David & Juliette Brossard
Linda Groene
Beverly Kim
Vi Brown
Judith Grogg
Ernest & Zee Knapp
Dr. Bob & Ms. Martha Brumfield
Shawna Gunnarson
Hariett Knox
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David & Tammie Mulligan
Dennis & Evelyn Shimata
James Mulligan
William Silva
Eva Naniole
Tyler Sims
Michael, Helen & Leigh Nakamura
Mary Smith
Winnie Narusawa
Tara Smith
Debbie & Ed Nava
Don & Maggie Sodergren
Mary Isabelle Nelson
John & Velma Souza
Paul & Claudia Nihei
Jerry and Dotty Spain
Allen & Geraldine Nobriga
LuAnne and Gary Spicer
Larry Nodler
Marian Stanton
Carl Obasa
Billy & Cheryl Stenson
Derek & Lani Obina
Tina Stockton
Joe Okimura
Nick Szubiak
Patrica O Malley
Kurt Tannbaum
Karen Ostlie
Constance Templin
Scott & Christine Paine
Nancy Thompson
Dan & Melva Paris
Antonette Thomson
David & Elaine Partlow
Donald & Tesse Tinker
Elizabeth Pelkey
Eric & Karen Tollestrup
Patsy Perkins
Edgar & Margaret Torigoe
Elizabeth Poire
Sharon Turner & William Camwell
Eugene & Deborah Power
Amy Uchima
Milton Prout
Stanley Uehara
Stanley & Lyndell Queja
Garrett & Gail Uejo
Carson & Rosemary Rasmussen
Yoshiharu & Amy Umeda
Maralyn Renkew
Paul Uster
Gail Rhea
D. S. Vehemente
Mark & Sharon Rhine
Merle Ventura
Freddie and Gail Rice
Jeannette Vidgen
Frank & Joyce Rinciari
Shirley von Platen Luder
Jan Roberts
Darylyne & Leslie Wachi
Jennifer Robison
Ruth Walker
William Rolph
Akira Watanabe
Joanne Roonan
Richard & Jane Webb
John Roth
Herb & Thelma Wegner
Wanda Rowan
Sandra Weinrich
Amber Rowland
Roger & Lydia Weiss
Susy Ruddle
Cynthia Wenner
Gene Russell
Steve & Kristen Westra
Michael & Jeannette Saalfeld
Donna Whitaker
Jim & Karen Sacilowski
Eliza Wille
Roy & Naomi Sakaguchi
Florida Wilson
Lester & June Sakamoto
D. K. Wolf
Steven Sakata
Diana Wolking
Dennis Saniatan
Robert & Susan Wong
Ginger Sandell
Bertram & Joanne Wong
Patricia Sands
Rodney & Patricia Wong
Dennis Saniatan
Arto Woods Jr.
Susan Santiago
Takao & Alyce Yamaguchi
Calvin & Velda Schierloh
Norene Yamamoto
Jonathan & Nancy Sechrist
Carol Yamashita
Karen Shafer
George & Cheryl Yoshida
Robert & Annabelle Shallenberger
Walter Zaszczurynski
Karin Shaw
Jessie Zimmer
Larry & Sandra Shelton
Eva Zoeller
$76 – $125
Anonymous (10 donations)
HPA Humane Society Club
Pacific Waste, Inc.
Kona Brewing Co.
Kona Trans
Kona Veterinary Service
Property Management HI
Rush Moore LLP
Pacific Island Fitness
Patrick & Annette Aiona
Kim Archuletta
Ken & Rayna Armour
Alan C. & Cindy S. Bailey
David & Karen Barber
Barbara Beardsley
Ann Bedford
Elizabeth Block
Susan Blumstein
R C & M H Boudreau
Brian Bradley
Deirdre Britt
Joan Morgan Candy
Rick Carpenter
Deborah Chang
Dorothy Chicaderis
Frank & Mary Constantino
Joan Coupe
Olivia Crowl
Michelle Huber Dagdag
Marti DeBenedetti
Kathleen Dirickson
Michael Ebesugawa
Ernestine Enomoto
Susan Entz
Rhonda Evans
Steve & Carollane Falcinella
Mary Giannini
Cynthia Jones
William & Kay Kaye
Robert & Barbara Kildow
Donna King
Brian & Nan Kitagawa
Greg & Sue Klump
Liz Kover
RF Kruppa
Robert & Katharine Leopoldino
Anthony Liebig
Aaron & Beth Lorshbough
Cathy Lowder
George R. Lowson
Juthaporn Ludwig
Kathy Lukens
Mark & Shannon Maloney
Watters & Christina Martin
Phyllis Matayoshi
Shannon Mathers
Wendy Mitchell
Mary (Molly) Morgan
Marene Morita
Don & Wyn Mullinax
Ronald & Judith Nickel
Patricia Paran
Kenneth Poggenburg
Earl & Betty Raaf
Michael Ratkovic
Richard Rawlinson
Anne Rediske
Jack & Pat Rodgers
Terry, Beth & Grant Rogers
Crystal Rose
Ken Russell
Les & Barb Salisbury
Claire Sanders
Sam & Lisa Savinovich
Marvin & Beth’Ann
Schwabacher-Wenger
Stephanie Gillespie
Robert Schweissinger, M.D.
Jan Gundlach
Rick & Nancy Shannon
Catherine Hamilton
Don & Maggie Sodergren
James & Helga Hans
Margaret Spallek
Verena Hart
Lori Hasegawa
Stephen & Diane Heiman
Michael & Leslie Hess
David Honma
Kerry & Marnie Humble
John & Marilyn Ige
Herbert & Tonae Ishii
Kimberly A. Jackson
Robert L. & Mary C. Jack
Theresa Janak
Karen Johnson
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Mary and Lester Buckley
Eric Walser
Dennis & Sneh Camblin
Linda Welker
Anne Marie Cashman
Steve & Mavourneen Wilcox
Lydia Clements
Mark & Gina Willman
David & Sheryl Cobb
$251 – $500
Edwin & Sandra Coit
Ivan & Karla Cook
Maria Da Silva
Peter & Clytie Sparks
Barbara Sterne
Robert & Shirley Stoffer
John & Coralyn Stransky
Evangeline Subica
Jim Tatal
Joseph & Doane Triggs
Kernel Tsuhako
Boyd & Sandra Ulm
Terry Underwood
Shayra Valencia
Jonathan & Nicole Vedelli
Steven & Mary Walker
Gary & Linaka Washburn
William & Susan Whitehurst
Penny Wilkins
George & Ellen Lynn Wilson
James & Martina Wing
Mary Witthans
Diana Wolking
Bonnie Wong & Andrew J. Steele
Allen (Sally & Kulia) Wooddell
Ralph & Kal (Karen) Yackley
Virginia Zimmerman
$126 – $250
Anonymous (7 donations)
$751 – $2500
Huggo’s Restaurant
Prince Properties, Inc.
Raymond E & Ellen F Crane
Foundation
Oliver & Ann Hutaff
Anonymous
Gordon & Betty Moore
HHB & Associates
Charles Putnam
L. Joyce Davis
Holualoa Kona Coffee Company
Christina Sepich
Jerome & Nancy Denz
Macy's
Peter & Carol Sorenson
Douglas Dollinger
Makahiki Farms
Yukio & Rosie Tanaka
Melanie Kiyomi Falcon
Merriman's Market Cafe
Phillip & Peggy Tinguely
Joe Gorman
The Pet Hospital – Hilo
Richard & Marilyn Creagan
Jonathan & Patricia Benjamin
Frank & Shannon Guzzo
Alice & Bill Bennett-Moran
Joane Henley
Sharon Boysel
Bertha Holiman
Debbie & John Buck Butterfield
Walker & Corinna John
Margaret Cargill
David Kirtley
Gordon & Annie Fujino
Kiele Kreinberg
Susan Garrod
Robert & Karen Kurlansky
Christina Heliker
Sari Lassiter
Joane Henley & Terry Yuen
Carla Lauster
Thomas & Ann Hill
Jenni & Steven Lee
Daniel Hollis
Dwayne Lerma
Kenya Holmes
Alfonso Llano
Lynn & Ken Krieger
Diane Lord
Jack & Leilani Maguire
Scott & Joey Martin
Robert Masuda
Gary A. Maxwell
John Matucha & Stefanie
Miller & Dilworth Family
Delmont
Juana Moya
Antony D. Mitchell
Gail Mullen
Bob & Carol Momsen
Julie Ono
Scott Neish
David & Elaine Partlow
Josef & Patti Pastor
Jill Peters
Marion & Ilze Sims
Big Island Kettle Corn
Lowrey & Tanya Power
Randall & Penelope Sorensen
Petco
Mike & Diane Prohoroff
Elizabeth Lee Stack
Robert Wallace
Helco
Charlys Randall
The Edmund C. Olson Family
William Read
Foundation
Duane & Nancy Siegel
Kenneth & Dayna Apilado
Andrew & Danielle Spitz
Anne Barasch
Gary and Sandra Sturdy
Ron & Linda Borgman
Gayle Swanick
$501 - $750
Alii Veterinary Hospital
Weona Sutton
$2500 – $5000
Hawaii Community Foundation
OVER $5000
Pedigree Adoption
Donations through
FirstGiving.com
OVER $7000
Nancy Jones
KURANDA BED
THANK YOU
Mahalo
AIR CONDITIONING
EQUIPMENT SERVICES, INC.
for 5 beds
PLANNED GIVING
There is no better way to begin this New Year on a positive note than by making a donation to Hawaii Island Humane Society.
Perhaps when meeting with your tax advisor you may want to discuss the idea of Planned Giving whereby you create a legacy of
compassion towards animals in your will or trust. You can be confident your gift will be used to help advance HIHS’ mission by
providing lasting financial support.
You may restrict your bequest to a particular program such as the Horse Rescue Fund, the Katie Fund or the 2nd Chance Fund and
HIHS will work with you to ensure your wishes are met.
Your bequest to Hawaii Island Humane Society could be a specified dollar amount, a percentage of your estate, or an asset or group
of assets. According to law, bequests are distributed after all debts, taxes and expenses of your estate have been paid.
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REMEMBRANCES
In Honor of People
In Memory of Pets
Margaret Kearns by Rob & Barbara Kildow, Addie Kearns
“Charles” aka “Charlie” by his ohana & many friends
Sandra Sturdy’s Birthday by Gary Sturdy
“Jasper” & “Hoku” by Sharon Ellison & Mark Rhine, Todd
Ellison, Mary Jo & Murray Hill, Scott Ellison & Juliet Beynon
Sara Kim’s 15th Birthday by Mom, Corin, “Luci” & “Anela”
Maxine & Monard Washburn by Gary & Linaka Washburn
Susy Ruddle by Joseph & Doane Triggs
Bob Leannarda by Robyn Hildebrand
Wanda Rowan by KUPS
“Dr. Foo” & “Baby Girl” by Watters Martin & Christina Hassell
“Cenedra,” “Patches” & “Mr. Snowball” by Maya Kondo
“Frankie” & “Cami” by Evangeline Subica
Mark & his dog “Mist-R” by Christina Sepich
“Tilda” & “BC” by Ron & Judy Nickel
Mac & Mary McInnis
by Mike & Bryan Hancock, Anne Mosley
“Paulo” Henderson-Tanimoto by Jeannette Vidgen
Carol Perry by Larry Nodler
“Molly” by Tom & Kate Bell
Scott Schweissinger by Robert A. Schweissinger
“Duke” Collins by Sue Canter & Donna Whitaker
Nancy Jameson & Sharon Pike by Doris Griffith
“Jiro” Teshima by Gayle Swanick
The Warren Hollinger Family by John & Coralyn Stransky
“Tiger” by Eric & Karen Tollestrup
Eden Cobile by Anthony Freda
“Oreo” by Gary & Linaka Washburn
Our Ameriprise Clients by Danielle Spitz
“Arusha” by Mary Giannini
Adalene Kearns by David & Margaret Kearns
“Bubba” Bowman by Jan Roberts
C-J Bailey by Cindy & Alan Bailey
“Koa” Sevick by Don & Wyn Mullinax
Vicky Kometani by Kassie Kometani
“Toby” & “Ikaika” by Debra Bulosan
Lee Anne Lowery-Gorman by Joe Gorman
“Zeus” by Romel & Jodean Delacruz
In Honor of Pets
“Ebony” by Christina Heliker
“Muzzle” Lerma by Dwayne Lerma & Lerma Family
“Doogie” by Catherine Hamilton
“Tiki” by Shirley & Bob Stoffer
“Dina” von Platen Luder-Dodd’s 16th Birthday
by Phil & Peggy Tinguely
“Lady” & “Scotty” by Dorothy Chicaderis
“Lucky” by Michael Ratkovic & Lori Hasegawa
“Shadow” by Dan & Melva Paris
“Snickers” Ruddle by Weona A. Sutton, Ken & Gene Russell,
Bob & Carol Momsen, Lani & Derek Obina,
James & Kelly McMahon, Amber Rowland
“Obe” Rowan-Hodson by Donna Whitaker & Maurice Frank
“Oreo” by Gary & Linaka Washburn
In Memory of People
“Ayla” & “Kitsu” by Phyllis M. Matayoshi
John A. Morgan by Joan Morgan Candy, Mrs. Anthony Liebig,
Dr. Niall & Pegi Scully, Tom & Joan Lamont, Mary I. Morgan,
Debra Joy & John Gavelek
“Calico” by Elizabeth Block & Dale Broadhurst
“Phoebe” by Anne Mosley, Mac & Mary McInnis
“Poncho,” “Chewy,” “Gracie,” “Harley,” “Zoe,”
“Bella,” “Dante” & “Baby Kitty” by Dorothy Chicaderis
“Nellie” by John Matucha & Stefanie Delmont
“Creamy” & “Cozette” Messenger by Lee Messenger
Betty Boop Dawirs by Fashion Consignment Studio
Lloyd by Kim Hillman
Mary Jane Crowley by Richard Lazear
Adalyn by Sam & Lisa Savinovich
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PET TRIBUTE
It is always a sad and personal experience when we lose a beloved pet. We were particularly
touched by this email we received from Wanda Rowan and John Hodson when their Husky, Obe
(Old Blue Eyes), passed away. “In putting together this tribute to our best friend, OBE-licious, we
came to realize the reason for the lives we shared. He made two desensitized workaholics
understand patience, compassion and love in a whole 'nother realm. Through OBE's life and love
we learned many things but wanted to share what we feel are the most important —
You should walk a lot every day and get some fresh air
Black looks best with white dog fur on it
A little poop in the wrong place is not such a big deal
Adopt your new best friend then see who rescues who (thanks HIHS)
Thanks to everyone who loved and helped us with OBE over the last few years.
Aloha, Wanda & John
Humane Educator Corner
S T A F F
H I G H L I G H T
BY BEBE ACKERMAN, HUMANE EDUCATOR/COMMUNITY COORDINATOR
As a new year begins, we have so much we look forward to. I begin however by looking
back so that I might extend much deserved thank yous to the volunteers that have given
so much of themselves to the animals in need at our three island shelters.
Margarete has arrived early morning for several years at our Kona shelter where she
cares for the cats. She cleans kennels, makes sure they’re all fed and then she shares her
love. Liz Kover is a tireless dog walker and professional photographer who kindly
donated her time and expertise for our first annual “Santa Paws” Christmas photo event.
Nicky Brockman graciously provides a basic dog training course for dogs on adoption
row and she often helps out at special functions. To the Manadoob kids; Joey, Olivia and
Malayna, thanks for all the help you’ve provided this past year.
In Keaau Liz and Ford come every day to make sure every dog that is able gets a good
walk and plenty of play time, rain or shine! We are also appreciative of Daniel Jones,
Laura Bauer, Diane Wolking and the Huiana Girls.
In Waimea, Cheryl Chestnut helps out early mornings, the busiest time of day. Linda
Smith makes certain dogs get a good walk and she is always among the first to volunteer
for special functions. Grace Uehara always arrives with a smile as do members of the
HPA Humane Society Club that has raised funds for us and collected donations of towels
and blankets. Club members have fostered needy kitties and some have adopted their
own new best friend!
There is simply not enough space to eloquently
thank every volunteer. We depend on our
community to make our shelters a home for many
lost or homeless pets throughout the year. We
couldn’t do it without those who give so unselfishly
of their time and effort. Mahalo Nui Loa & Hauoli
Makahiki Hou!
Animal Control Officer Sandy Coit
has celebrated her 10th anniversary
with HIHS. Sandy is a dedicated
employee who always puts the
animals and their care first. She is
fair, knowledgeable, and thorough
which makes her ideally suited for
her often difficult and sometimes
contentious job. A day’s work might
include assisting the public with a
stray animal, reuniting an owner
with a lost pet or even cleaning and
feeding animals at the Waimea
shelter where Sandy is currently
based. “I love my job, I love the
people I work with,” Sandy shares.
“Much to people’s surprise, we
actually have hearts,” she adds with
a smile.
Sandy, we appreciate all that you do
to help keep the pets on our island
safe.
Aloha,
Bebe, Bagels and Dayzee
Remember, We Do It For The Animals!
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Vet’s Corner
Common Household Items Poisonous to Dogs and Cats
DOGS
With many of the following toxins, if your dog ate them less than 3 hours earlier, you can induce
vomiting with 3% hydrogen peroxide. Please call your Veterinarian to ask if this is recommended and
for the right amount for your dog. It is easiest to give to a dog with a turkey baster and it helps to
hold the stomach area and swish it around inside after it is swallowed. Follow up with your
veterinarian to determine whether all toxins were expelled and if any further treatment is necessary.
SUBSTANCE
EFFECT
Kristina Henricks, PhD, DVM
HIHS VETERINARIAN
COMMENTS
Chocolate
(Theobromine)
• Hyperactivity
• Increased heart rate
• Seizures
• Dark and semi-sweet chocolates are much more toxic than milk chocolate.
Macadamia Nuts
• Paralysis of the back
legs (can’t walk)
• Dripping urine
Usually
dogs
are okaychocolates
after the toxins
are processed by the body.
• Dark
and
semi-sweet
are much
more toxic than milk chocolate.
Bufo Toad
• Drooling, crying,
pawing at mouth
• Irregular heart rate
• Seizures
• Death
• The poison is absorbed through the gums and tissues in the mouth.
• If you notice your dog playing with a toad, rinse out his/her mouth with water steadily (like
with a garden hose) for at least 10 to 15 minutes. Then call your Veterinarian.
• Smaller dogs get a much higher dosage of poison and are at much greater risk for death.
Antifreeze
• Kidney failure
• Depressed activity
• It takes very little antifreeze to kill a dog or cat.
• Treatment by a veterinarian needs to be initiated as soon as possible to prevent irreversible
kidney damage.
Rat poison
• Blood can’t clot
• When noticed early enough, can easily be treated with Vitamin K1 (only available through a
veterinarian).
• If the poison has already been absorbed, the effects are usually pale gums, inactivity and
maybe dark clotted blood between teeth. As the effects persist, your pet may have difficulty
breathing.
Slug/snail bait
• Seizures
• Dogs can survive if seizures are controlled with drugs administered by a veterinarian.
Cigarettes
• Hyperactivity
• Depends on size of your dog and number of cigarettes how bad the effects will be. Heart
attack is a risk.
Marijuana
• Extreme inactivity
• Drooling
• Paralysis
• If you know your dog ate marijuana, be honest with your veterinarian to help ensure your
dog gets the right treatment. Or you could say it was in the neighbor’s yard (wink, wink).
• Usually dogs are fine after the body processes the substance but may need IV fluids if they
ate a lot.
Grapes/Raisins
• Kidney failure
• Vomiting and diarrhea is usually noticed first.
Plants
• Various
• Plants including azaleas, oleanders and poinsettias
CATS
Cats are also commonly poisoned by antifreeze and rat poison. The effects are similar to those seen in dogs. If you think your cat ate
one of these poisons, call your Veterinarian. Vomiting is usually induced in cats by trained professionals. Cats can also be poisoned
by chewing on tiger lilies which will cause kidney failure. I have also seen kidney failure in a cat which licked ashes from fireworks.
PAULETTE W. SMITH JOINS HIHS BOARD
Paulette W. Smith has recently joined Hawaii Island Humane Society’s
Board of Directors. Before retiring to Hawaii in 2005, Paulette was employed by The Upjohn Company for 23 years. Her last position there was
as Director of Global Market Research, Infectious Disease. She earned her company's highest award in 1998, the WEUpjohn Award. Paulette has
a Bachelor's degree in Biology from Ball State (Indiana) University and an MBA from Western Michigan University where she later taught Marketing
Research. She brings to the Board extensive prior community service experience, including service as an appointed County Commissioner in
Kalamazoo, Michigan, Vice President of the Kalamazoo Humane Society Board, and she is an alumnus of the Chamber of Commerce's Leadership
Kalamazoo program. Paulette currently resides in Hilo and is employed as a substitute teacher for the Department of Education.
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S AV E T H E S E D A T E S
FRIDAY, MAY 6
Tropical Paws
FOUR SEASONS
RESORT HUALALAI
BOARD OF
DIRECTORS
Susy Ruddle
PRESIDENT
Scott Dodd
Our biggest “fun-raiser”
PAST PRESIDENT
of the year!
Peggy Tinguely
Auction donations and sponsors being sought.
Please contact [email protected] or call 808-329-8002 if
you can help.
SECRETARY
Ross Oue, CPA
TREASURER
Mary Buckley
FRIDAY, AUGUST 5 THROUGH
SUNDAY, AUGUST 7 (dates subject to change)
Hawaii Horse Expo
Benefiting Hawaii Island Humane Society’s Horse
HAWAII ISLAND
Kona Shelter
74-5225 Queen Kaahumanu Hwy.
Kailua-Kona. HI 96740
329-1175
Mon – Sat 9:00am – 5:30pm
Christie Crawford
Waimea Shelter
Elizabeth Jose, DVM
Rick Shannon
67-125 Mamalahoa Hwy.
Kamuela, HI 96743
885-4558
Mon– Sat 8:00am – 3:30pm
Rescue Fund
Sponsors being sought.
Please contact Nancy Jones at
[email protected] or
808-887-2301 if you can help.
Paulette W. Smith
Donna Whitaker
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Keaau Shelter
16-873 Keaau Pahoa Hwy.
Keaau, HI 96749
966-5458
Mon – Fri 9:00am – 5:30pm
Sat 7:30am – 4:00pm
The mission of the Hawaii Island Humane Society is to
prevent cruelty to animals, eliminate pet overpopulation
and enhance the bond between humans and animals.
HAWAII ISLAND
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Kailua-Kona, HI 96740-2701
74-5225 Queen Kaahumanu Hwy.
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