May 2015 Newsletter - Dodge County Humane Society

May 2015 Issue
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Dodge County Humane Society
N6839 State Road 26
Juneau, WI 53039
P 920.386.0000
F 920.386.9770
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FOR AVAILABLE ANIMALS,
EVENTS, INFORMATION AND
SHELTER NEEDS!
Hours of Operation:
Monday
12 - 5
Tuesday
12 - 7
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
12 - 7
Friday
12 - 5
Saturday
11 - 4
Sunday
Closed
The Dodge County Humane
Society is a 501(c)(3) not for
profit organization funded solely
by generous donations.
Your donations are tax
deductible and appreciated.
WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE SHELTER...
FROM THE PRESIDENT
On behalf of the Dodge County Humane Society Board of Directors, I would
like to express our sincere appreciation to all of our supporters, valued
volunteers and donors. The Dodge County Humane Society has experienced
a period of unprecedented growth which has greatly impacted the homeless
animals in our care. Through the first four month of 2015, we have had 284
animals come through our doors. During that same period, 233 animals have
been adopted into their forever homes. We have helped reunite 43 lost
animals with their owners. As you can see, DCHS has been a busy place.
As you can imagine, properly caring for the medical, physical and social
needs of each of these animals is a daunting task. We are fortunate to have
a strong volunteer base and great employees that take a special interest in
each animal we rescue. We are always looking for more volunteers and our
Saturday morning dog walking program is a great place to start!
Thank you for supporting the Dodge County Humane Society and visit us
soon if you are interested in adding a four legged family member. We have
plenty of great dogs and cats that are waiting for someone to come and
take them home!
Ryan Vossekuil, Board President
VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT
When you come to DCHS and are looking to adopt
one of our cats, Lacey is the person you want to meet!
Lacey takes the time to get to know every cat. She
also spends hours working with those cats that need a
little extra attention to reach their potential. Lacey has
successfully found homes for many of the cats that have
found their way to DCHS. Her passion for cats is evident,
and our adopters rave about how great she is to work
with. Recently one of our adopters even named their
new family member Lacey in her honor! You will often find Lacey helping
to run our front desk with one of our furry felines curled up in her lap. When
you stop by DCHS, be sure to say hi to Lacey and thank her for her wonderful
work with our cats!
BOARD OF DIRECTORS LISTING
Ryan Vossekuil............................................ President
Karen Lietz............................................. Vice President
Jackie Wolter.............................................. Secretary
Kensie Drinkwine..........................................Treasurer
Dr. Jeff Hookstead....................................... Director
Jeremy Vanderloop..................................... Director
Craig Scholz.................................................. Director
RESCUE PARTNER SPOTLIGHT
In February, 2014, DCHS formed a rescue partnership with Pennies-4Paws Inc. who transports at risk dogs to shelters and rescues. Because
of this partnership, 200 dogs have made it to the safety of the Dodge
County Humane Society, and ultimately to their loving forever homes.
Pennies-4-Paws Inc., founded by Sally Geiger, was formed in 2011 with
a mission to raise funds for various animal related causes including food
drives, medical expenses, animal transports, and supplies for shelters
and rescues. For nearly two decades, Sally has worked tirelessly with
local animal shelters to raise awareness and funds which has benefitted
thousands of animals. Sally’s passion for animal welfare is unending
and as a result hundreds of animals have been saved. To be able to
pursue her lifelong dream she created Pawtique where your purchases help her to help animals full time! It allows her to
fundraise, transport, foster and advocate for animals all over the United States. Your purchases help save lives. Please
visit Pawtique, and please join us in thanking Sally for her passion and vision.
SPOTLIGHT ON DUKE
On December 30, 2014, we received a terrified German Shepherd named Duke. For
weeks, Duke cowered and shook uncontrollably in his kennel. Upon examination, we
found multiple BB’s lodged under Duke’s skin. We didn’t know much about Duke, but
we all knew life hadn’t been good to him. This boy had suffered, and we were going
to do everything we could to help him find happiness. We sought out help from an
animal trainer who worked with staff to create an individual plan to build confidence
in Duke. After months of working with him, we are thrilled to report that Duke found
his forever family. Duke continues to be scared of certain things, but he is settling in
nicely in his new home. A huge thank you to Duke’s new parents who believe in him
and were willing to give him a chance. Congratulations Duke!
PONY UPDATE
In July, 2014, DCHS received a call
from Becky, a concerned citizen,
regarding 2 ponies (Dottie and Buffy)
that were in desperate need of
medical care. Dottie and Buffy that
were in desperate need of medical
care. After investigating, we found
that Dottie had a horrible injury that
had gone untreated for 1-2 years.
She was walking on her fetlock
joint and this injury was “one of the
worst cases of a contracture (bent
backwards) the investigating equine
veterinarian had ever seen”. Buffy’s
hooves were overgrown, with nearly
a year’s worth of growth, interfering
with her being able to walk normally.
Luckily for Dottie, the talented staff
of the Wisconsin Equine Clinic &
Hospital could do a surgery that
would straighten her leg and let her
walk normally for the first time in years.
The horse community pulled together
to come to Dottie’s rescue! Amazing
Grace Equine Sanctuary, Dodge
County Humane Society and Pennies4-Paws raised the funds needed for
Dottie’s surgery, which was performed
on July 30, 2014. The surgery and
after care would be extensive, with
Dr. John Pigott needing to cut a total
of three tendons to be able to allow
the foot/hoof to go back to its original
position. This surgery meant that Dottie
would need a series of full leg casts,
which needed to be changed every
30 days. The ponies initially stayed at
the clinic for over a month, and finally
were able to go to their foster home...
with Becky, their original rescuer!
They made several trips back to the
Wisconsin Equine Clinic for Dottie’s
cast changes, and Buffy’s continued
hoof trimming. They remained on stall
rest, until finally; in the fall of 2014 Buffy
got the chance to run around in the
little outdoor paddock! Fast forward
to the spring of 2015 - Dottie’s casts
were replaced by a splint, and then
later replaced by a special corrective
horse shoe. She had to remain on stall
rest for many months to limit her leg
movement to promote the healing.
We are happy to report that recently
this tough girl was able to go outdoors!
Dottie loved the warmth and sunshine
and got to be a pony again! She still
has a long road ahead, but with the
care and love from Becky and the
community, Dottie and Buffy have a
bright new future!
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Our shelter couldn’t run without the help of numerous volunteers! We are very fortunate to have some
awesome volunteers already on board, but we are always looking for more so we can continue to provide topnotch care to our animals. We are looking for people to help walk dogs, enjoy playtime with dogs, fill Kongs,
play with cats, transport animals to vet appointments, general maintenance, yard clean up, and special events.
If you think you could donate your time to help the animals, please consider becoming a volunteer.
Please call the shelter for more details.
– Monday, June 8, we will be hosting the 10th Annual Golf
Outing to benefit the animals of DCHS. This year’s event will be held
at Old Hickory Golf Club. Please consider joining us for golf, dinner,
and live and silent auctions. There will be lots of prizes, raffle items,
and games. This event proves to be a great time year after year. We
will even have some adoptable animals out on the course for you to
meet! Can’t make it that day? Sponsorships are available at many
different levels. Please contact the shelter for more information.
GOLF OUTING
RUN FOR THE PAWS
The 7th Annual Run for the Paws will be held on Labor Day, Monday,
September 7, 2015 in Randolph. There are several courses to choose from
– a 10k run, a 5k run or a 1 mile Fun Run/Walk. This is a professionally timed
race and awards are given in many different divisions. Again this year, every
registration includes a free ticket to the FFA breakfast. You can make a
day of it and stay for the Randolph Labor Day parade and Corn Carnival.
Register online at racemine.com or download an entry form at www.
marshviewclinic.com. All proceeds help us cover daily operating expenses.
We hope to see you all there running for the paws!
SPOTLIGHT ON SASHA
After being at DCHS for over 200 days, we are happy to announce that Sasha
found a home! This beautiful grey cat came to us as a stray when she was not
quite a year old. We don’t know why it took Sasha so long to find her perfect
family, but we are so happy that she did. Thank you to her wonderful new
family. Congratulations Sasha!
OBEDIENCE CLASSES
You asked for it, and we made it happen! We are proud
to announce that on Saturday, May 9, we began holding
obedience classes at DCHS. This 7 week course is being taught
by a certified dog trainer. Cost is $100 ($85 for DCHS alumni).
Dogs will learn basic obedience such as sit, down, stand, stay
and come as well as proper leash walking. Basic manners and
behavioral problems will also be covered. We are so happy
to be able to offer this to the dogs of Dodge County. Please
contact the shelter for more info or to be put on the list for the
next session.
HOW DO YOUR CONTRIBUTIONS
HELP THE SHELTER?
Did you know that every dollar
you donate to the Dodge County
Humane Society stays directly at
the shelter to help all animals that
come through our doors.
THANK YOU TO OUR MEMBERS AND
DONORS! NOT A MEMBER? JOIN
ON OUR WEBSITE.
BARN BUDDIES
Throughout the year, we find ourselves with awesome cats that just aren’t meant to live
indoors. We are looking for adopters that have a barn and are willing to save a cat
and naturally control their rodent population. All barn buddies are spayed/neutered,
FIV/FeLV tested, and fully vaccinated. When you adopt a barn buddy, we will provide
you with guidance on how to successfully acclimate them to their new home. We will
also provide housing for you to put in your barn. If you can find a place in your barn for
a new buddy, please contact the shelter.
FEATURED ADOPTABLE CAT
Yogi is a large 4 year old orange and white cat that came to DCHS after being abandoned
back in October. We are very thankful for the animal lover that found and brought this
guy in. We don’t know why Yogi has been with us for over 200 days, but we hope that he
finds his forever family soon. If you think your home would be a good fit for Yogi, please
come in and meet him.
FOSTERING SAVES LIVES!
Despite our best efforts, shelter animals still spend too many hours alone in a cage. The Foster Program gives animals in
need a little extra TLC. We provide the supplies and vet care; you provide the temporary home and love. We currently
have 2 dogs that need the love and support of a foster home. Daisy is a 1 year old Border Collie
mix. This girl is very shy and needs help gaining confidence. She gets along well with cats and
dogs. She responds to her name and has been kept in a crate at night. Daisy needs a home with
love, patience and a fenced in yard. Blue is a 9 year old Blue Tick Coonhound that
has been looking for his forever family for far too long. In February, Blue went to an
incredible foster facility that specializes in senior dogs. He quickly became a staff
favorite at Bob’s House, but unfortunately, it was time for him to move on. Blue has
a lot of energy for a 9 year old dog. He knows his name and basic commands. He loves other dogs but
tends to be a bit overzealous with cats. Please contact the shelter if you are interested in fostering either
one of these truly deserving dogs.
PADDY’S FUND
In the last year, DCHS has spent
over $15,000 on specialized
medical care for some of Dodge
County’s neediest animals. We
are able to do this through your
continued support of Paddy’s
Fund. Paddy was a senior dog
that was found wandering in
Beaver Dam in the dead of
winter. He was adopted by
a very special family who he
brought much joy to for 12
months. We honor Paddy’s spirit
by helping other animals in need.
Please consider supporting
Paddy’s Fund.
TAILS AND TRAILS
Every Saturday morning at 10am we gather a group of volunteers in an effort
to get every dog out of the shelter. We take advantage
of the beautiful Wild Goose Trail and we go for a walk.
Our dogs get to experience new sights and smells and
get some much needed exercise. This is an easy, fun
way to volunteer and truly makes a difference in the life
of our dogs. We can always use
more dog walkers, so consider
coming out. No need to sign-up
and no commitment. We supply
each walker with a harnessed
dog, leash, treats, and of course,
poop bags. Just put on
your walking shoes and
meet at the shelter.
Hope to see you soon!
OPEN HOUSE
Our 2nd Annual Open House was a huge success! How
do we know it was successful? We had 21 animals go
home in the week following the event! We had such a
wonderful time talking to people and showing off all the
great animals DCHS has to offer. A huge thank you to
the many volunteers who helped to make this event so
successful! From the tasty baked goods, to the hours of
time that were put in, we continue to be overwhelmed
by the generosity of this community. We thank you all
for coming out that day. We hope you had fun!
DODGE COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY IS PROUD TO BE A LIFE-SAVING SHELTER. THIS MEANS THAT WE SAVE ALL
HEALTHY, TREATABLE, AND REHABILITATABLE ANIMALS. EVEN WHEN THE SHELTER IS FULL, EUTHANASIA IS ONLY
USED FOR THE VERY SICK OR THOSE CONSIDERED DANGEROUS TO PUBLIC SAFETY. WE USE MANY STRATEGIES
INCLUDING ANIMAL PROMOTIONS, EXPANDED VOLUNTEER AND FOSTER PROGRAMS, AND EDUCATION TO LOWER
THE NUMBER OF HOMELESS ANIMALS IN OUR SHELTER.
DCHS APPAREL
T-shirts are here! Stop in to purchase your
very own Dodge County Humane Society
shirt for only $15. Coming soon in kids’ sizes!
DCHS IS HIRING!
DCHS has recently experienced much growth and success. With that comes the need to add staff to make sure that
we continue to provide the highest quality of care to the animals that we serve.
We are looking to fill the following positions:
• Animal Caregiver – we have both full-time and part-time positions available. This position allows someone to work directly with the animals.
• Customer Service Professional – 30 hours a week. Looking for a friendly person who believes in the mission of DCHS.
Must be available Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Saturdays.
• Certified Veterinary Technician – full time position. We are looking for a CVT to help with animal assessment.
Must have degree and experience.
Please email [email protected] for more details.
FEATURED ADOPTABLE DOG
Todd is a 3 year old Boxer mix that came to us in
January from an overcrowded shelter in Texas. This
beautiful dog is an oversized lap dog that has been
patiently waiting to find his forever family for several
months now. He is smart, strong, and a quick learner.
Todd feels that he is enough animal for any family, so
he needs to be in a home where he is the only pet.
He does do well with children. If you think your home
would be better with Todd in it, please come in and
meet him today.
Dodge County Humane Society
N6839 State Road 26
Juneau, WI 53039
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Dodge County Humane Society
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Dodge County Humane Society
N6839 State Road 26
Juneau, WI 53039
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Scoopable Cat Litter
Adams Flea Spray
Dog Treats
Creamy Peanut Butter
Dry Kitten Food
Canned Cat Food
Canine Pill Pockets
Nylabones
Cat Toys
WISH LIST
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Hand Sanitizer
Postage Stamps
Liquid Dish Soap
Disinfecting Wipes
Laundry Detergent (High
Efficiency)
• Gas Cards for shelter van
• Staples Gift Cards for Ink
Cartridges
SUPPORTER SPOTLIGHT - Quality Impressions located in Beaver Dam is 100%
locally owned and operated. They are huge supporters of our community – with
over 85% of their resources coming from other locally owned businesses. Quality
Impressions has been serving our area for over 30 years. DCHS is very fortunate
to have the expertise and support of this business. They have helped us with
numerous printing projects – letterhead, banners, flyers, posters, business cards,
newsletters – just to name a few. www.qizippy.com
920-885-9366