Giving Pets a Voice - Animal Protective Foundation

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Giving Pets a Voice
Seconds in the spotlight can be the ticket home
Champ* was a big, handsome pit
mix with a beautiful brindle coat.
He was a gentle giant with soulful
eyes. But he never seemed to settle
in at the shelter. When staff and
volunteers interacted with him, he
was often distracted and distant
and would continually look to the
door or the window. Our Animal
Welfare Manager called Champ’s
“owner searching” the most
extreme she had ever seen.
Champ and another dog were
given up as the result of a divorce.
The other dog was adopted, but
Champ was always overlooked,
perhaps because no one passing by
his kennel ever felt a connection
with him.
When a pet has been with us
for two months, they become a
member of our “Lonely Hearts
Club.” After all that time, both
staff and volunteers were becoming
increasingly concerned about
Champ’s apparent depression.
We all wanted desperately for him
to find a new home. One staff
member requested that he be taken
to Channel 6 for our Tuesday pet
segment on the noon news with
Liz Bishop in hopes that someone
would be inspired to give him a
chance.
Then there was Robin, another
Lonely Heart pet. She was always
happy and loved to interact with
anyone who was interested. She
was a 2-year-old pit bull with a
sagging belly that showed she had
given birth to multiple litters.
This may have been a turnoff to
some, but to us she was beautiful.
She was found as a stray, probably
abandoned after she was no longer
needed as a breeder. Robin had her
big moment with Steve Caporizzo
on Pet Connection, which is often
the magic bullet for pets in need
of adoption. Steve was able to
show off her wonderful personality
and shortly thereafter, Robin
found her forever home.
The power of a single media
mention cannot be overestimated.
When one of our pets has a shot
at the spotlight, we don’t select
the one who is the prettiest or
most adoptable, but the one who
we know will make a wonderful
companion and has been
overlooked.
Here in the Capital Region, we are
fortunate to have the support of
pet-friendly media outlets willing
to help promote our pets at no
charge. We couldn’t afford to do it
otherwise. In addition to our TV
spots on CBS 6 and WTEN’s Pet
Connection, our local cable station
highlights a pet every month
on the Schenectady Today show.
Every week Albany Broadcasting
stations, including B95.5, FLY
92.3, Magic 590, JAMS 96.3, and
104.9 The Cat each feature a Pet
of the Week from the APF and
the various morning shows do a
wonderful job of painting pictures
of those pets on air. They also post
their photos online.
Volume 30 No. 1
The Gazette has begun a
monthly full-color page
which features pets from
ours and other shelters,
and is sponsored by local
advertisers. We are most
grateful to all of the
businesses that participate.
We have also benefited
from publicity by local
bloggers. Recently Sarah
Hinman Ryan, author of
the Times Union “Dogs”
blog, took the time to
visit us to write about and
shoot a video on another
great dog, Roscoe, who
had been with us for far
too long. Happily, he too has
found a loving home.
We can’t always attribute an
adoption to a specific appearance,
but it all helps to raise awareness
about the fact that there are so
many remarkable, loving pets in
need of homes. Other times, we
know exactly when it hits the mark.
Immediately after Champ was
on TV, we were contacted by
his former owner. She had no
idea that her ex-husband had
surrendered both dogs to the
shelter following their divorce.
Champ’s reunion with her was
stirring. As soon as he laid eyes on
her, his demeanor changed from
aloof to excited. His whole body
literally quivered with joy as he
jumped on her and licked her face
as her tears rolled down. For us,
those 30 seconds of TV exposure
were worth far more than ad time
during the Superbowl.
*Name was changed for this story.
SPRING 2012
INSIDE THIS ISSUE …
>Be Kind to Animals
Week Contest
> Second Annual
Tails by Twilight
>APF Receives
PetSmart Charities
Spay/Neuter Grants
OUR MISSION
The purpose of the
APF is to address
pet overpopulation
and animal suffering
through education and
appropriate action, to
enhance human/animal
relationships, and to
provide care to animals
in need.
From the Executive Director
People often ask me how many animals are in the shelter and
my answer is generally the same as every other animal shelter or
rescue group – we are full.
When we started doing cat adoptions at PetSmart in Niskayuna
in 2010, I foolishly thought this was the answer to our prayers;
that now we would have some breathing room. I was sadly
mistaken. Don’t get me wrong – in that first year 550 cats
were adopted from PetSmart in addition to 515 cats from our
Maple Avenue location. It was a great year for adoptions and we
were thrilled! But our empty cages were quickly filled with an
additional 400 unwanted and abandoned cats in 2011.
It’s no different with the dog population. Last year the APF took
in 100 more stray dogs than in the prior year. This problem
of pet overpopulation is the result of many causes but, as a
community of caring citizens, we have the ability and the
obligation to reduce the number of homeless pets and needless
suffering. It is abundantly clear that the only way to stem the
endless tide of unwanted litters is at its source – and that is
unaltered pets.
The APF has been dedicated to its mission of reducing pet
overpopulation for over 80 years. Through our Community
Spay/Neuter Program we have provided low-cost spay/neuter
services to nearly 15,000 cats since 2006. But that’s not enough.
As many of you know, we are in the process of fundraising for
a much needed expansion of this vital program. Those who
attended our Tails by Twilight gala last year had a chance to
preview the architectural plans for a dedicated spay/neuter clinic.
This clinic will allow our skilled veterinary staff to relocate from
our cramped surgical suite to a more expansive space and will
also increase our ability to provide spay/neuter services for dogs.
We estimate that construction and equipment costs for the clinic
will total upwards of $700,000 of which $245,000 has been
raised through grants and donations. But the clock is ticking as
we cannot begin until all funds are raised, and some of the
grant monies must be used within a specific timeframe. So
support is needed right now.
One way to help is to join us on May 17 for our Second Annual
Tails by Twilight event, to be held at Glen Sanders Mansion
in Scotia. All proceeds will be used to fund the new clinic. I
guarantee you a thoroughly enjoyable evening of delectable food,
great music, and the company of many caring animal lovers, just
like you.
This project holds so much promise for the welfare of animals in
our community. I hope that you will share our passion and join
with us to bring this clinic to life.
For the animals,
Rosalie R. Ault
Executive Director
PetGazette is a publication of
the APF, a nonprofit corporation in
Schenectady County, New York. It
is published three times a year for
more than 6,000 supporters. We
welcome your comments.
Please contact:
Marguerite Pearson, LVT
Director of Communications
(518) 374-3944, ext. 113
[email protected]
Board of Directors
Connie Burns, President
Lisa Antenucci, Vice President
Jo Freedman, Treasurer
Judy Dillenbeck, Secretary
Lisbeth Calandrino
Marc Gutchell
John Martino
Dale May
Judy McCullough
Sheila McGee
Sara Veeder
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PET ADOPTION
We place safe, healthy animals
in responsible homes with the
expectation that adopters will
provide quality and lifelong care.
Our process includes an adoption
questionnaire and an agreement
detailing the care every animal
should receive.
visit us
53 Maple Avenue, Scotia Tuesday12:00 - 4:30 pm
Wednesday12:00 - 4:30 pm
Thursday 12:00 - 7:30 pm
Friday
12:00 - 4:30 pm
Saturday12:00 - 4:30 pm
Closed Sunday and Monday
ANIMAL SURRENDER
We accept unwanted animals from
Schenectady County residents. A
contribution of $25 per animal is
requested to offset the cost of
care that we provide, an average
of $200 per animal.
Cat Adoption Center
Mohawk Commons, Niskayuna
Monday 1:00 - 8:00 pm
Tuesday 1:00 - 8:00 pm
Wednesday 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Thursday 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Friday 1:00 - 8:00 pm
Saturday12:00 - 4:00 pm
Sunday12:00 - 4:00 pm
The APF is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit humane
society funded by donations. It is not a
municipal agency and receives no city,
county, or state funding. The APF is not
part of any national humane organization,
such as the ASPCA or HSUS, and receives
no funding from those organizations.
Join us for a magical evening in support
of our Community Spay/Neuter Clinic
Thursday, May 17
6:00-10:00 pm
Glen Sanders Mansion, Scotia
Guest Emcee
Liz Bishop, CBS 6 News Anchor
Featuring
• Cocktails and an Array of Dinner Stations
• Music by Grand Central Station
• Silent & Live Auctions and Special Surprises!
Our second annual “Tails by Twilight” will be held on Thursday, May 17 at
Glen Sanders Mansion. Last year’s event was a sellout with 200 guests and
raised over $40,000 for the APF’s Community Spay/Neuter Clinic. This
year’s venue will accommodate over 300 and raise even more for this vital
program.
Business or cocktail attire is appropriate.
Joining us in this effort are our Honorary Chairs, Marie DeBrocky,
owner of Head to Tail Pet Wellness Center in Niskayuna, and Mona
Golub, VP for Public Relations and Consumer & Marketing Services for
Price Chopper Supermarkets. We welcome the return of Liz Bishop,
CBS 6 news anchor, as our emcee and the sensational Grand Central
Station band. The evening will feature Glen Sanders’ legendary cuisine,
exciting silent and live auctions and some other surprises.
Since 2006, the APF’s Community Spay/Neuter Program has provided
nearly 15,000 surgeries for cats belonging to Capital Region pet
owners who otherwise could not have afforded to have them altered.
While the demand for low-cost spay/neuter for both dogs and cats is
great, our current facility cannot accommodate the need. All proceeds
from this event will be dedicated to expanding the APF’s surgical facility.
CBS 6 News Anchor Liz Bishop and Grand Central Station band
return for the Second Annual Tails by Twilight
Please support Tails by Twilight by attending, by making a Pet Honorary
contribution, or by donating an item for our auction. Call 374-3944,
ext. 113 for more information.
mI’m looking forward to attending Tails by Twilight!
Invitations will be mailed in March, but you don’t
have to wait. Make your reservations today!
mI’d like to honor my pet at Tails by Twilight with a Pet Honorary Listing While pets cannot attend the event, your faithful friends, past or present,
# guests _________ @ $95 = $_ _____
# pets _________ @ $25 = $_ _____
will be acknowledged in our event program. NOTE: Deadline for inclusion is April 16.
Name(s) of Pets_____________________________________________________________ Total = $_ _____
Donor Name(s)__________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Address____________________________________________________________City/State/Zip_________________________________________
Phone_ ____________________________________________________________E-mail________________________________________________
If attending - Please seat me with these friends:_ _______________________________________________________________________________
Signature___________________________________ Expiration_______________V-code_ __________
Return to: Animal Protective Foundation
53 Maple Avenue, Scotia, NY 12302
or fax to (518) 346-2120. You will receive
confirmation of your attendance. The
tax-deductible portion of your gift is the
amount in excess of $45 per attendee.
Amount $____________
Questions? Call (518) 374-3944, ext. 113.
A check payable to “APF” is enclosed. Amount $________
Please charge my: mMastercard
mVisa
mDiscover
mAmerican Express
Name on Card______________________________ Card Number_ ___________________________
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In Honor and In Memory of People and Animals Who Have Touched Our Lives...
Listing reflects gifts made between October 14, 2011 and January 15, 2012 . While gifts of any amount are genuinely appreciated, due to space constraints only
gifts of $25 or more are published. To make a donation, you may use the enclosed envelope, donate online at animalprotective.org, or call 374-3944, ext. 114.
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Jeanne Millett
Flo Smith
FRED & LOUISE PEDINOTTI
Pam & Jerry Pedinotti
RONALD A. PETERSON, JR.
Tri City Auto Recovery
JIM PROSTACK
James & Kathy Wolfe
CECILIA TRYNISZEWSKI RACZKOWSKI
The Alberga Family
Pamela Nowinski
John & Ann Pawlik and Daughters
Jo Sawaniewski
MARVIN B. RAUCH
Andrea Mercadante
John & Karen Plekan and Family
The Sroczynski Family
Richard Swyers
Judith Wark
HAROLD (SONNY) J. REEDY, SR.
Denise Ayers
Barb & Kim Henderson
BETTY REICH
Albany-Schenectady Singletons
Gloria Conde
Alice Decker
John Fugazzi
General Electric Woman’s Club
GEWC Bowling League
Virginia Kelly
Scotia Glenville Senior Ladies “Fit Over 50”
Aileen L. White
THOMAS REINHART
Aileen Reinhart
RON RENUS
Gail Renus
PAUL W. ROTHMYER
Faith Rothmyer
ROSEMARY DiMURO RULISON
Barbara Hoffman
Mrs. Marianne Hogle
Sharon Jordan
Carol & Al Weintraub
ROBERT J. RYAN
Girl Scout Troop 2496
JENNIFER SCRIPA
Patty Montone
JOAN SELLIE
Sheryl Gallo
Ivy Quay
Kim & Dominic Valentino
MARIAN SEVINSKY
Pam Pedinotti
Gordon & Kay Spaulding
KURT SHEARER
Joycelyne Adams
Kenneth & Marilyn Martin
Diane Simonik
LAWRENCE SIEGRIST
Tamsen Poore
ED SKOWRONEK
Chernee Vitello
JAYNE SMITH
Leon Smith, Jr.
GALEN SNOWMAN
Angela Economou
BARBARA SPILLANE
Robin Paniccia
JOHN SPILLANE
Gloria Blum
UNCLE TEDDY
Diane Compani
DELANEY VANWERT
Marisa & Tiana Gannon
Savannah & Madisen Petersen
MIKHAIL VAYSMAN
Angela Henault
THEODORE E. VOSS
Janice Carr-Vrana
Linda DiCrescenzo
Mr. & Mrs. Edward Galligan
Patricia Hyson
Theresa Johnson
Ruth Larson
Cora Leja
R. Mangino
John & Frances Meaney
Rose Mineconzo
Ed & Bet Murphy and Family
Tony & Bernice Renzi
Norm & Mary Zyra
Thomas Zyra
MARY VREDENBURG
Anonymous
HILDA WAGNER
Hiland & Karen Sanders
PATRICIA M. WAGNER
Alfred & Shirley Giguere
Gay & Mitch Gill
Gregory A. Guba
Lance LeGrys
Anna May & Richard Long
Carl & Ildra Morse
Joan & Donald Wagner
Diane & Warren Young
JOHN WARNKEN
Donald Flom
Nancy & Russ Twaddell
LINDA LUPI WELLS
Jeanette Conte
Friends-Valerie, Michele, Amy, Terry,
Dick & Buster
Doris & Lewis Pepicelli
Lorraine Whitcomb
THOMAS WICKMAN
The Building Bridges Committee
ART WINDERS
Sherry LaBuda
BERNITA YAGER
Michelle Roe
RICHARD YAHN
First National Bank of Scotia Aud. Dept.
The Family of Gordon Hamil &
Robin Elsie
Joan O’Brien
Joan Taylor
Charles Viscusi, Jr.
ROBERT A. YODER
Robert Yoder
MATTHEW ZAYAC
Norma Shelly
IN MEMORY OF PETS
ABBY
Brett Hart & Rob Martin
ADDIE
Gretchen DeKalb
ALL MY CATS
Mark Alfano
ALLIE
Andy & Joanne Joslin
AMADEUS
Judy & Charlie McCullough
AMANDA JEAN
Darby Geisinger
AMBER & FLASH
Curtis & Tracy Hassenpflug
ANGEL
Gloria Perrotto & Mary Ann Coons
ANNIE
Harold & Janet Nelson
ARTHUR
Muttley Crew Pet Sitting - Pat Wrisley
AUDREY ROSE
Susan Dandaraw
BABEE & NICKY
Nancy Tedisco
BABYCAKES
Wendy Lemen
BAILEY
Anita Walther
BAILY
Frank & Barbara Ranucci
BEAR
Heidi Tell
BEAR, BUMPER & SHEENA DeCAPRIO
Helena A. DeCaprio
BELLA JONES
Lori McCambley
BELLE
NancyJane Batten
BIBERS
Ina Weintraub
BORIS & TIGGER
Lucie Capek & Stephane Pelletier
BRISTOL
Christine Festin
BRUIN
Mark & Paula Supley
BUCK
Setheni Kirschnick
BUDDY
Peter & Thelma Ford
BUDDY GRIFFITHS
Leslie Griffiths
BUTTERBALL
Rich & Sharyn Battaglia
CASPER & GREY
Marianne Nasso & Janet Tanguay
CHARLES T. DOG
Ken & Meredith Rutsky
CHEWIE
Robert & Rita Michalek
CHRISSY, TERMITE, SARA AND CANDY
Mario & Helen Berriola
CINNAMON
Philip & Linda Arony
CIRCE & THAIS
Anglea Economou
CLARA
Jean Schwegman
CLEO
Ann Cartmell
COBY
His “people”
COCO CHANEL
Mike, Pat & Megan Boggs
CODY
Pamela Deyoe
COLETTE
Julia Brown
COOPER
Judy Cronk
DAISY MAY
James & Melissa Seyboth
DELILAH
Gary & Nancy Blodgett
Leonard & Debra Coggins
DEXTER
Judith Axenson
DUFFY
Paul Salato
DUKE-SHERIFF’S K-9
Jason A. Temple
EBBY JAMESON
Tracie Williams
ELLIE
Judith Pavone
FLAKEY
Evelyn Phillips-Gutchell
FREDDY & J.D.
John & Marsha Brown
GEORGE
Anna Markarian
GEORGIE W. BRONK
Natalie Conover
GINGER
Mark & Frances Aronowitz
GRINDY
Lois Wilson
GUINNESS
Marguerite Bauer
HALEY, SUZIE & ATARI
Carolyn Nettleship
HAMISH QUANDT
Jacquelyn Mountain
HARLEY
Debra Olendorf
HARLEY HELMER
Nicole Helmer
HENRY
Patrick & Shirley Mannato
HOLLY
Richard & Sharyn Battaglia
J.J.
Paul Salato
JACK
John & Cindy Kielb
Wayne & Heidi Weinhold
JACK & CHEVY
Renate & Gary Russell
JACK JACK OLIVER
Kelly Oliver
JASII, ADELE, LILY & SOPHIE
Jamie Willis
JINX
Carol Murphy
JOEY
Sharon Latal
K.C. & BUSTER STRONG
Bob & Charlene Strong
KAISER
LuAnn Charbonneau
KATI KAT & MOLLY
Patricia Kennedy
KING ARTHUR
Connie Muncaster
KITTIE
Lona Landauer
KRAMER DeLONG
Laurie DeLong
LUNA C.
Maryalice Clement
MAX
Sandra Brien
MAZA & MURA
Juris & Ildze Ekmanis
MILFIE
Jennifer Hayner
MOXIE
Joe & Nancy Lindsay
MUGSY, TUT & FRANCES
Susan Gallagher
MURPHY
Dena Fiscus
NIEL
Peter & Barbara Flass
NIKKI
Peter & Carolyn Pfaffenbach
NINA’S 5TH ANNIVERSARY
George & Donna Chesney
NOEL
Nancy Cumo
Tammy Cumo
OFI
Fred Boreali
OREO & SMOKEY
Molly Schaefer
PARSLEY, TUCKER & SQUEAKERS
Leslie Thiele
PATCHES
Charlotte Romahn
Abby Stoller
PEACHES
Marie Grethen
PENNY
Pam Garkowski
POLLY
Laurie Stedman & William Wine
PRECIOUS & TIPPY
Rose Marie Bartlett
PRETTY GIRL CONOVER
Judi Bronk
RICO ROCCO
Cheryl Riegel
ROXY
Vicki & Jack Gold
Charles & Felicia Grolley
RUSTY
Richard & Shirley Eats
SAGWA
The Achcet-Mangione Family
SAM
Joey McDonald
Mark Phoenix
SAMANTHA KEDIK
Angelo & Carol Piccirillo
SAMMIE, JAKE & TWEEBS
Alan & Barbara Maddaus
SASHA
Halina Gajewski
SCOOTER
Roy & Trudy Krouse
SCOUT
Bobbi & Peter Russo
SHEBA
Jean Young
SIMBA
Gerald Savoie
SKIPPY KOERNER
Mary Gene & Joe Tanski
SLICK
Roberta Turner
SOPHIA
Laurie Simmons
SOPHIE
Mary Howell
SOPHIE MAE
Tim Burke & Cesar Biggeri
SPIKE
Karen & Richard Malaczynski
SQUINKY
Pat Bishop
STANLEY HOUCK
Ray Colucciello
Tom & Diane Houck
STELLA
Chris & Fran Rickert
STEWART
Holly & Kevin Carroll
SUNNY
Lynne Brooks
SUNSHINE
Bill & Nancy Dougherty
SYDNEY & SALEM
Nikki Lawyer
TOOGER GUTCHELL
Marc & Evelyn Phillips-Gutchell
TOPPER FAHY
Joe & Connie Waiksnoris
TRUFFLES MILLER
Derek, Kris & Nikolaus Miller
WICKER MUCHMORE
Jean Marie Muchmore
WINSTON
Mary Hoffman
Cathie & Tony Scavo
YOO HOO
Beth & John Kost
ZIGGY
Michele Jones & Family
Charles Viscusi, Jr.
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Announcing the 2012 APF Be Kind to Animals Week Poster and Essay Contest
“Don’t be a Bully!
It’s Cool to be Kind to Animals”
Please join us in our efforts to teach children about the importance
of kindness and respect toward animals and to each other.
National Be Kind to Animals Week is dedicated
to raising awareness about treating animals
with kindness and respect. The APF will again
celebrate this special week with our 10th Annual
Children’s Poster and Essay contest. It’s a
wonderful opportunity to teach children
about the importance of kindness and
responsibility toward animals.
There are far too many instances all around us
today of people being mean both to each other
and to animals and thinking that bullying is
acceptable. Animal shelters like ours see cruelty
and abuse each and every day. We need to get
the message across to all, children and adults
alike, that it’s not okay to be a bully to either
people or to animals.
Remember the Golden Rule, “Treat others as
you want them to treat you.” When you do
this, what happens? People get along. They help
each other. They are considerate, gentle and
respectful. It’s easy to do and it makes the world
a much nicer place. Either write an interesting
essay or poem or design an informative poster
that illustrates the important theme of kindness
to all.
Age Categories Entries from students in grades 1 through 5 may be
submitted by schools or individuals. Judges will select winners from each grade.
Posters Posters must be no smaller than 11” x 17” and no larger than 18” x
24” on white or buff paper. Crayon, pencil, watercolor, tempera, acrylic, magic
marker, and colored pencils may be used.
Essays Essays must be no more than 200 words in length.
Theme “Don’t be a Bully! It’s Cool to be Kind to Animals”
Identification All entries must include student’s name, grade, school address,
teacher’s name, e-mail and phone. If entry is being submitted by a parent,
please include parent’s name, address, e-mail and phone. This information may
be written on the entries (on the front of essays and the back of posters), or an
entry form may be attached. See entry form below.
Tips and Hints Essays and posters will be judged on originality,
demonstration of the theme, and creativity. Students making posters are
encouraged to fill the page and make it colorful. In essays, spelling and
mechanics will be considered.
Deadline: Friday, April 13, 2012
Please mail or deliver to:
The Animal Protective Foundation, 53 Maple Ave., Scotia, NY 12302
Prizes! Entries will be judged within their own grade level. All winners will
receive prizes and be invited, along with their families, teachers and principals,
to an awards reception on Monday, May 7 at Proctors Theatre in Schenectady.
Winners will be notified via teachers or parents during the last week of April.
Entries cannot be returned. All entries become the property of the APF and
may be displayed or used for promotional purposes.
For more info and to download helpful tips, a graphic organizer and links to lesson plans,
visit: www.animalprotective.org
Be Kind to Animals Contest Entry Form
Type of Entry: Poster _____
Essay_____
Student’s Name _______________________________________________________________________________________ Grade________
School Name/Address_ _______________________________________________________________________________________________
Teacher’s Name______________________________________________________________________________________________________
Phone_________________________________ E-mail_______________________________________________________________________
For Entries Submitted by Parents Parent’s Name___________________________________________________________________________
Address____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Phone_________________________________ E-mail_______________________________________________________________________
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One student per entry. Please print CLEARLY!
Grants
Provide $20 Spays
The APF has been awarded two spay/neuter
grants by PetSmart Charities. In February,
the “Beat the Heat” promotion helped to
fund 180 cat spays for Schenectady County
residents at just $20. Appointments filled up
within just days, indicating the great need
for lower-cost opportunities. In August, the
“Primp Your Pit” program will provide up
to 80 spay and neuter surgeries at $20 for
pit bull/mix owners of Schenectady County.
More information will be available on that
in the coming months.
Surgeries will be provided through the
APF’s Community Spay/Neuter Program.
This program is unique because of the
important role of each of our four partner
organizations: Cat Tales Rescue, Robin’s
Nest, Noah’s Kingdom and the Montgomery
County SPCA. Their volunteer-driven
involvement makes it possible to eliminate
virtually all administrative costs for the
program, keeping spay/neuter costs to the
lowest possible amount.
At $80 per surgery, this program pays for
itself, which it critical to its continuation.
However, it is still too costly for the poorest
in our community. Expansion of this program
will accomplish several critical needs. It
will increase surgical capacity, enabling the
program to achieve maximum efficiency and
bring the per surgery cost down. It will also
provide the space needed to perform dog
surgeries.
Additional subsidies, such this generous
grant, will allow us to further reduce fees so
that we can meet the needs of pet owners
who need it most.
Sal’s Does it Again!
The caring customers and staff of Sal’s
Quality Market on Guilderland Avenue in
Schenectady once again met the challenge
and earned Top Dog honors for 2011 as
Dog House Merchant of the Year.
Caroll Weakley, longtime employee and
“chief fundraiser” upped the goal for this
year and her customers came through by
raising over $2,100 for our spay/neuter
programs.
We are grateful to Sal’s and all of our dog
house merchants, as well as everyone who
drops their spare change into our little
purple dog house boxes.
Customer Daina Bond adds a donation to the dog
house box as employee Caroll Weekly looks on. Spare
change from Sal’s Market added up to $2,100 for the
APF pets in 2011!
If you know of a business that would like
to be involved in this program, please
give us a call at 374-3944, ext. 114.
Save the Dates!
ASPCA Mega Match-a-Thon
Saturday March 30, 11 am to 3:00 pm
at Colonie Center
APF and Mohawk Hudson Humane are
organizing this “Fetch a Friend” weekend with
other rescue groups during the weekend of
March 30. Visit our website for details.
Curtis Lumber’s 3rd Annual Pet-A-Palooza
Saturday, June 16 at many Curtis Lumber
locations. Stay tuned for details!
Saturday, September 8
Wish List
For the Kitties
Our kitties love Stretch
and Scratch scratching posts that attach
in their cages for
exercise and scratching.
Order them online at
stretchandscratch.com
and have them shipped
directly to the APF.
Twelve scratchers are
just $25.
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Canned cat food (pate preferred)
Clay (non-scoopable) cat litter
KMR (Kitten Milk Replacer)
Small, washable fleece cat beds
For the Dogs
• Canned dog food
• New medium or large dog collars and strong clip-on leashes
• Galileo or Dino bones (Nylabone) in souper (largest) size
• Bil-Jac liver treats; these are the only treats we feed our dogs
• Kong toys in largest sizes,
black extreme or
red classic
For the Small Animals
• Small animal food, treats and toys
(especially for rabbits)
• Aspen or pine shavings (no cedar)
• Timothy hay
What about
carrots?
Paper towels are
always in demand!
RECYCLING
helps the animals, too
Bottles & Cans
Drop off your empties any time at the
“little red house” located at the shelter,
next to the garage.
Ink Cartridges
We can earn cash for your empty ink
and toner cartridges of any type.
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It All Adds Up ...
Remembering
Shelter Manager
Ralph Marrero
Dog + Training =
Happy Dog and Happy Owner
In October of 2011 Ralph Marrero joined the APF as
our new shelter manager. Ralph was hired for his qualities
of leadership, compassion and enthusiasm for taking on this
challenging new role. Although an animal lover, the animal
sheltering field was brand new to Ralph, and he embraced
the challenge of learning its many facets by fully immersing
himself in the job.
Not more than seven weeks later, we received the tragic
news that Ralph had died suddenly of a heart attack. We
were shocked and deeply saddened.
While Ralph did not have the chance to leave his mark
on the organization, he certainly left it on our hearts. His
warmth and kindness is missed and will be remembered by all
of us whose lives intersected with his, if only for a short time.
The APF’s dog training program
features qualified trainers, small
classes and only positive training
methods. Upcoming classes:
• Puppy
• Basic Manners 101 and 102
• Canine Good Citizen
• Tricks & Games
• AgiliO
For further information and class
schedule, visit animalprotective.org.
or call 374-3944, ext. 118.
WE'VE GONE HOME
We LOVE hearing how our adopted pets are doing in their new homes. Send your updates and photos to [email protected].
Poncho
Daisy
Ginny
Marv
Molly
Josie
Sheba Wyatt Lucy
Tribeca & Houston
Vegas Luna & Roxy
Lilly