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“Every animal has the right to live without abuse and die without inflicted pain.”
Four Footed Friends
220 Beck Road
Indiana, Pa 15701
724-349-1144
[email protected]
www.fourfootedfriends.org
Calendar of Events
5/14 Cash Bash
An Angel for
Denise
By: LuAnn Fee
This summer I received a
phone call from Denise
Boarts, my retired secretary
and friend. Denise said that
her dog, Bergey, died. He
was an Australian shepherd
mix. In honor of the Bergie,
Denise and her husband
Dave wanted to adopt a
shelter dog.
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Denise was my secretary for
many years and she jokingly
called me her guardian
Angel. Denise has had a
rough road for the past 15 years
fighting Crohn’s disease and recently cancer. She is a survivor and has the most
positive attitude of anyone I have ever met.
At Four Footed Friends
we believe:
Denise called because she wanted to know if Four Footed Friends had a
shepherd mix dog between 40-50 pounds, 1 to 3 years old and house trained. I
told her that was a big order to fill but I would check. I called Mary Ann
Dodson and she said, “You are not going to believe this but we have a very
sweet one year old female Australian Shepherd mix. She is 45 pounds and her
name is Angel”
6/3 Golf Outing
9/24 Purse Bash
Dogs and cats should NOT
be euthanized
simply because they do not
have homes.
Our companion animals
deserve to live healthy,
happy lives.
Our motto:
“Every animal has the
right to live without abuse,
and die without inflicted
pain.”
When she told me this I nearly dropped the phone, I excitedly called Denise and
she said, “How soon can we meet her?” Denise and her husband Dave went to
the shelter that day and it was love at first sight for all of them, a true match
made in heaven! They filled out the paper work and were able to adopt Angel
quickly.
They have had Angel for months now and I continue to get pictures of Angel in
her bed, in the car, with grandma, with her toys. I get lots of pictures! Now
many people would think this was just a coincidence but I happen to believe that
Angel was sent as a guardian angel for Denise.
Four Footed Friends Board of
Directors and Staff
Board of Directors
President
Vice President
Treasurer
Secretary
Fund Raising Chair
Newsletter Editors
Board Members
Shelter Staff
Cat Manager
Interim Dog Manager
Dr. Stephen Osborne
Mary Ann Dodson
Susan Brant
Natalie Osborne
Donna Davis
LuAnn Fee
Dr. Joette Wisnieski
Cindy Barnes
Lisa Boyer
Dr. Susan Dahlheimer
Katie Haberl-Thomas
Beth Sabatini
Karen Fedelia
Robin Shaffer
Remember Four Footed Friends in your Will
Four Footed Friends relies on donations from kind
-hearted people like you to ensure that the best
care possible is provided to animals in need. To
create a legacy of helping pets, many have chosen
to add charitable bequests in wills or living
trusts. This incredible gift will protect and give
countless animals the chance to find loving forever
homes. Please consider including a bequest to
Four Footed Friends in your will or living trust.
If you are interested, please contact Four Footed
Friends (Steve Osborne: [email protected] or call
the Shelter at 724-349-1144)
Goodbye to a Good Friend
Four Footed Friends lost a good friend and
supporter. Longtime member and volunteer,
Merle Rife recently passed away. He was a
board member for several years and past
Board President. Our deepest sympathy to the
Rife family. We will miss him and his care and
love for our rescued animals.
A Memorial to Patty
Our Deepest sympathy to Jim Blizzard
of Greensburg, PA. Jim’s wife, Patty,
passed away this past Christmas and
will be missed by all who knew her.
Both Patty and Jim
have been great supporters of
Four Footed Friends
for "many, many years."
They both cared deeply for
our rescued animals.
Our hearts are
with you and
your family.
In Loving Memory
Place a picture and memorial of your loved pet
in our newsletter for $25.00.
Just e-mail us a picture and a short memorial
and we will print it in our
newsletter.
E mail Picture & Memorial to: www.fourfootedfriends.org
Mail Check to:
Four Footed Friends
220 Beck Road
Indiana, PA 15701
Four Footed Friends
Spring Showers
Cash Bash
Indiana Elks Club
Saturday, May 14, 2016
Doors Open at 5:00 P.M.
Drawings Begin at 6:00 P.M.
Tickets $20.00
Menu: Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches, Hot Dogs & Sauerkraut,
Potatoes, Corn, Coleslaw,
Assorted Desserts
Meet Derek…...
Derek is a handsome tan and white short hair
with a full coat and nice markings .
He is about 3 years old.
Derek is friendly and gets along with other
cats. He is neutered and up to date with his
shots. He will make someone a great
companion!
Meet Frankie…..
He is a great looking black and white long
hair. Frankie is very friendly and loves
attention! He is neutered and is up to
date on all his shots. Frankie was born on
5-14-14, so he will be two years old soon.
A forever home would be the best
Birthday present ever for Frankie!
This is Carter
Carter is an adult Redbone Coonhound. He came to
FFF as an owner surrender.
Carter is housebroken and friendly.
He walks well on a leash, likes to chase tennis balls, and he will
even bring them back to you so you can keep playing with him.
Carter seems to be interested in meeting quiet dogs. He seems to
be fearful of exuberant, in-your-face dogs who want to play.
He has not been officially "cat-tested" yet, but he does not react
negatively to the cats when he walks by the cat rooms or sees
them when he is in the yard.
Carter would be a great companion for someone who will take
him on walks and enjoy his company
Dogs:
Four Footed Friends Wish List
Two Pretty Kitties Waiting for a Home
Quality Dog Food (Purina One, Pedigree, 4 your health - Tractor Supply)
Treats (made in USA)
Kongs
Leashes
Stainless Steel Bowls
Cats:
Quality Cat Food (Purina, 4 your health-Tractor Supply)
Treats (made in USA)
Scoop able Litter
Cat Toys
Scratching Posts
Fleece Blankets
Cleaning:
Laundry Detergent
Germicidal Bleach
Dish Detergent
Paper Towels
Office:
Copy Paper
Business sized Envelopes
Scotch Tape
General:
Gift Cards (WalMart, Giant Eagle, Martins, Indiana Agway)
Pet Vendors Fair
Indiana Mall
April 23th
10 AM - 4 PM
Above - Cinnamon is an nine-year-old Calico tiger.
She is a calm laid back lady who enjoys watching
visitors watch her. Her little crossed eye make her even
more adorable. She wants a forever home and she is
ready to go live with you!
Below - Chester is a 1 year-old handsome boy with
beautiful swirl markings. He loves to sneak out of the
Harmony room and roam the hallways at our shelter.
He is a "social butterfly"who is very friendly and
follows people around like a dog...he loves dogs
too! He is neutered and waiting for the perfect family.
13th Annual Golf Scramble
June 3, 2016 (Friday)
1:00 PM Shotgun Start
Meadow Lane Golf Course
$65 Donation Includes: (Students - $45)
Greens Fees, Cart, Soft Drink/Beer Cart, Catered Buffet, and
Variety of Great Prizes
Call or E-mail us for registration forms: E-mail:
[email protected]
www.fourfootedfriends.org
Hole Sponsorship – $100
Website:
Sponsorships
Event Sponsorship – Call 412-309-1516
Four Footed Friends First Luxury Purse and Jewelry Bash
We wish to thank all who attended our Luxury Purse and Jewelry Bash on December 5th at Indiana Elks. We hope
you had a great time and will pass the word to your friends and co-workers that another one is in the works. We are putting our heads together to make the next one even better!
Our guests were treated to delicious, freshly made spiral sandwiches, meatballs and various cheese balls and crackers,
not to mention all of the great Christmas cookies!!! One could enjoy a glass of wine, soda or a cup of coffee while
waiting for the fun to begin. Either a Luxury Purse or a piece of jewelry was given away every 10 minutes for 3 hours.
In addition, those in attendance had the opportunity to buy a separate $1.00 ticket to win either a purse or a piece of
jewelry. Imagine being the winner of a Michael Kors handbag for just $1.00 or a Pandora Bracelet for $1.00! In addition, strip tickets were sold and a 50/50 drawing was held. All proceeds benefited Four Footed Friends. All of the purses
were purchased at Macy’s and came with a gift receipt and the jewelry was purchased locally at Lorelli’s and could be
exchanged if not worn.
Save the date—September 24th for our next purse and jewelry bash and check our Facebook page or web site for the
details. We would not have been able to hold this event without help. We wish like to thank The Young Professionals of
Indiana, the Student Marketing Association of IUP, Phi Beta Lambda , Circle K of IUP and many of our supporters
who baked cookies for the event.
A Special Thanks to our Sponsors:
Scott Weber
Armed and Feminine, Kelly Pidgeon
Indiana Insurance, Chuck Houser
Good and Associates, Doug Steve
Patrick Dougherty, District Attorney
IN MEMORY OF:
“Sally Webb Thorton” Charlotte Manges
“Sally Webb Thorton” JT & FM Cambron
“Lawrence Moretti” L J Moretti
“Lawrence Moretti” John Ando
“Art Stokes” Arlene & Ron Dudeck
“Flornce Lattimer Helwig” - Gretchen & John Barbor
“Dan Magulick” Donna & Joe Olish
“Albert Cramer” Connie & Eric Cramer
“Matt Gearhart” Patriotic Pups
“Nadine Cravener” Kathy & Randy Duncan
“Etta Mae Keirn” Cindy & Jack Armstrong
“Janessa Fleming” Janesa Fleming Memorial
Fund
“Bob” “Shogun Kai, Sam” “Genny” “Katie Angel” “Kona” “Milo” “Nessie” “Katie” “Max & Sugar” -
Dave Robertson
Karen Stickler
Beverly & Royden Wheeler
Deb Croyle
Judy Emigh
Deborah D. Hill
Sam Caridi
Jane & Don Halin
Dr. Thomas & Catherine
Falcone
“Tess” Marion & Dennis Grelle
“Squirrely & Spike Julie & Edgar Baker
“Chaser” Nancy & Hugh Brallier”
“Miss Kitty” Barbara Horner
“Charlotte” Barbara Horner
“Jules Lucy”
Cindy M Reger
“Shay & Smokey Shellenbarger” - Judy Emigh
“Marley, Sassy & Schepper” - Dan & Melissa Steffey
IN HONOR OF:
“Ellie” “Maya, Hiro & Jett” “Dani & Ken Frye “Miley”
“Patty Maudie”
“Linda Dickie”
-
Jane & Don Halin”
Karen Stickler
Ed Hart
Nancy & Hugh Brallier
Ginny Haines
Christine Huhn
“Daniel & Melissa Starkey” - Rose & Roy Hatcher
“Florence Helwig” Senator Don White
“Kelsey Clawson” Deborah & Richard
Clawson
“Cathy Konturchik” Annette Farabaugh
“Linda Dickie”
Marveta Ryan-Sams
In honor of the Marriage of Bernie Hostetler & Hank Knerr
Sharon & Todd Getty
Kay B Smith
Theresa Arnette
Christmas Sponsorships
Cats
Mary Diane & Bill Stefan
Doreen Hodak (Harley & Friends)
Kathleen Britton
Dorinda & Boyd Echenroad
Dogs
Mary Diane & Bill Stefan
Cindy & Jeff Repp
Michael Shaffer
Michael Lebbano
Care Royale
SPECIAL DONATIONS & THANKS!
BecauseFFFdoesnotreceiveanygovernmenttaxdollars,donations,eventsandfundraisersmake
whatwedopossible.Weappreciateallmonetaryandother(supplies,food,etc)donationswereceive.
Specialthankstoeveryonethatgives!
Alfred Rees Derwart
Patricia Berringer
Karen & David Stein
Homer Center School Dist. Employees
Marion Center Area SD Employees
Boom A Rangs Restaurants
April & Christopher OP DE Beeck
Connie & David Johnson
Faye Bradwick & Donald Lancaster
Adele & Paul Christopher
Arthur Williams
Donna & Floyd Dunmire
Tonia– Mariah Bruner
Shani Galonis
Peggy Domenick
Marlene & Doug Romani
Susan & David Dahlheimer
Susan Davis
Nina & Robert Arrow
Deanna Frampton & Connie Dunmire
LGF Computer Company
Cheri & Josh Curry
Walter Peterson
Rebecca & Robert Kaufman
Business & Professional Women's Club
Jim Blizzard
Kathy & Dave Zacur
Mary & Frank Jalongo
Dr. Jerry & Elizabeth Fiddler
P.J. Berringer
Dr. & Mrs. Alex Juhasz
Robert Hlusko
Terri & Wayne Morgam
Michele Johnston
Diane & James Paulina
Dolores & Elizabeth Boyer
Numine Pipe Supply
Melesia Peyton
Mandy & Mike Krug
Special Thanks to our friends doing fundraisers for us…
•
Girl Scout Daisy Troop #28832 - Collected cat and dog treats!
•
Our Tiny Cause - Donations from a family that makes and sells dog treats in memory of their
Pit Bull -Tiny (Darla, Tyler & Jimmy Held and Austyn Umbaugh) www.facebook.com/OurTinyCause/
A Special Christmas Gift to Four Footed Friends
Bonnie Kostella had a Christmas Party and everyone
brought supplies for Four Footed Friends.
All the children signed a card that they brought to us
with the gifts!
A Gift from the Heart
Belle L Merlo, 11 years old, requested from
her grandparents that a donation be made in
her honor to a no kill animal shelter!
Happy Birthday at Four Footed Friends
Aiyana Saxion had her 5th Birthday party at Four Footed
Friends. Party guests brought gifts for the animals!!
Ariyana thought it was awesome!
Above - Four Footed Friends Lisa Boyer (on right)
accepting a check from Erica Turnbull (on left) and
Luke Lundberg on behalf of S&T Bank
220 Beck Road, Indiana PA 15701
724.349.1144 – [email protected]
www.fourfootedfriends.org
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