Mission Statement - New Rochelle Humane Society

Mission Statement
The New Rochelle Humane Society is a non-profit 501(C) (3)
organization dedicated to promoting the human/animal bond through
the compassionate care and treatment of animals throughout the
communities we serve in Westchester county and beyond. To that end,
our goal is to create a living environment that is not just a shelter, but a
transitional home for stray, lost, abandoned, injured, and abused
animals, until they can ultimately be placed in loving permanent
homes.
Through promotion of successful pet adoption, animal population
control, and public education of animal welfare issues, we advance
our belief that pet ownership is a lifetime commitment.
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The Board of Directors of the
New Rochelle Humane Society
Welcomes You to Our
Centennial Celebration
Thursday, June 9, 2011
6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Wykagyl Country Club
New Rochelle, NY
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Board of Directors
Carlette M. Allen
President
John N. Feldtmose
Vice President
Dianne Heim
Secretary
Directors
Richard Goldstein, D.V.M.
Annmarie Gordon
Marilyn Monsanto
Gloria Shulman
Lee Anne Veley
Diane Wade
Staff
James Adams
Patty Anton
Toni Calabrese Boelsen
Douglas Cano
Patrick Cardiello
Ashley Di Domizio
Carol D’Onofrio
Amy Eisenberg
Anna-Lena Larsson
Hulias Livingston
Tiffany Monterela
Nicholas Patrella
Kim Rayburn
Dana Rocco
Beverly Royal-Press
John Salvo
Anne-Marie Schauer
Keri Sershen
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The Board of Directors of the New Rochelle Humane Society offers our sincerest
thanks to all volunteers and staff who helped make tonight’s event a huge success.
Centennial Committee
Ricardo Barragan, Toni Calabrese Boelsen, Darby Charvat, Ashley Forbes, Malcolm
Frouman, Barbara Gallo, Neil Gallo, Joann Gnerre, Barbara Grossberg, Rebecca
Halligan, Klara Hanincova, Dana Humphrey, Carol Marinaccio, Jamie McKay,
Stephen McKay, Bob Meyer, Amanda Murray, Pam Panzarino, Gail Pfau, Celia
Privrat, Jody Rawdin, Dana Rocco, Karen Roman, Gay Rosen, Beverly Royal-Press,
Linda Ruggiero, Marie Shelto, Jenny Tatusko, Peter Trulli, Samantha Tufo, Al Viafore
III, David Wade, and Helen Yi.
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also like to especially recognize and thank:
Lisa Alexander for her support and enthusiasm;
An anonymous friend for underwriting the Red Carpet;
Robert Berman of Weaselworks Ltd. for producing the video;
Bocker and all his friends for helping to make tonight a success;
Dave Donahue and Lee Anne Veley for the use of their home and more;
Paul Fitzgerald for his support;
Joe Frasciello for being our photographer;
Drs. Patricia McLaughlin-Haight and David Haight for their help;
jodyandiane Creative Communications for writing, creating and
spearheading the video and help with design;
Merial, makers of Frontline, for underwriting the awards;
Jay Prince for his talents as our live auctioneer;
Steve Shelto for his beautiful voice;
David Tobey and Kirk Ehrenreich for providing the music;
Al Viafore for his computer assistance and support;
David Wade for his very generous contributions; and
Nancy White and John Feldtmose of The Flower Bar for the lovely table
pieces and topiaries.
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Program
Welcome & Introductions ...................Richard Goldstein, DVM
Opening Remarks................................Maria Milito
Emcee
Presentation of Awards .......................Richard Goldstein, DVM
Video Introduction..............................Maria Milito
Live Auction ........................................Jay Prince
Closing Remarks..................................Maria Milito
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We salute the tremendous efforts in strong support of animal welfare and adoption by our special guests:
Maria Milito, has been heard on Q104.3 since 1996. Maria has a passion for animals that
comes from her late Clarice, a happy Pug who went on to the Rainbow Bridge in 2006
after bringing almost 16 years of love and happiness into her life. With her love for
Clarice, Maria became a driven animal activist. She can usually be found at some animal
function lending her support.
Prince Lorenzo Borghese is founder and president of Royal Treatment Italian Pet Spa.
Committed to ensuring that each and every pet has a home, he donates partial proceeds of
all sales to help animal rescue. When asked to be part of our Centennial Celebration,
Lorenzo said “Anything for the dogs. We believe that our pets often define us, and in these
tough times, many charitable causes are seeing their funding diminish. We want to change
that.”
Brandon Hannan has the starring role in a new movie, “Taught To Hate.” Even before landing
the lead role of Vito (Spatafore) Jr. on HBO’s “The Sopranos”, Brandon was auditioning and
wowing many indie film casting directors. Brandon makes time to work with local charities, is
a champion for animal rights.
Bocker the Labradoodle, known internationally for his TV and movie appearances and
modeling assignments, is recognized for his work for animals and humans less fortunate
than he. Bocker is a certified therapy dog who often visits elementary schools, hospitals
and nursing homes. With his owners, Marie and Steve Shelto, he is an active spokesdog
for animal societies and autism events.
Rick Caran and Jilli Dog, joined by “baby sister” Ruby and Spidey the Chihuahua, are Team
Jilli, and bring smiles to crowds around the globe. Jilli, known as the only poker playing Yorkie
in the world, was rescued by Rick when he found her lost and abandoned on the street. Jilli’s
fame spread worldwide, not only because of her poker playing, but also because of her
modeling, acting and TV appearances. Team Jilli has become involved with many animal
rescue organizations and is always ready to help a worthy cause.
Grace Forster stars in the reality series, “Doggie Moms.” In 1995, Grace acquired Portia,
named after Grace’s favorite Shakespearean heroine, and in 2009, added then-two year old
Rosie to her family. Together they are part of the Manhattan dog social scene, attending
fundraisers and supporting animal rights. Grace was born and raised in New Rochelle
where she attended public schools. She enjoys time with her Yorkies, pursuing their active
social life, working out at the gym and cooking and baking for her pups and their pals.
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Thank you to our generous
Puppy Pal sponsors and supporters:
John L. Cecil
Judith Elkin
Haynes & Boone LLP
David J. McCabe
Jeff & Kathy Wiegand
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Our History of Caring
In May 1911, 15 dedicated New Rochelle residents formed the Society for the
Prevention of Cruelty to Animals to protest New York State’s muzzle law which they
were successful in getting repealed. William B. Ogden, Jr. was elected the first
president.
When the Society’s executive committee met in 1912 they decided there was a
need for a “permanent society for the protection and kindness for animals in New
Rochelle.” The name of the organization was changed to the New Rochelle Humane
Society (NRHS). The initiation fee for membership was set at $1.00.
The Society’s 296 members voted in 1915 to buy water receptacles for horses
and dogs that were installed at each of the City’s fire houses some, with street-level
basins for cats.
Fundraising began in 1916 to build a shelter at the foot of Morgan Street. The
cost was estimated to be $3,500. The annual report stated, “… today 125 dogs are
enjoying ‘life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness,’ that otherwise would have been
destroyed. Homes were also found for twenty cats.”
The Society was formally incorporated in 1922 under the name of the New
Rochelle Humane Society. Its mission was to “Foster kindness to dumb creatures and
to protect and promote their welfare.” A new shelter opened on Morgan Street
In the 1930s and 1940s the slogan was “Every dog with a home – every home
with a dog.”
The Underhill Memorial Fountain was dedicated in 1933 in honor of John Quincy
Underhill, a village trustee and president and a member of the board of education in
the late 1800s. The sculpture was Louis Paul Jonas who executed the African Elephant
Group in the American Museum of Natural History.
According to the 1933 annual report there were 62 other animals (in addition to
dogs and cats) at the shelter including goats, squirrels, a monkey, a baboon, rabbits,
pigeons, canaries and a sick turkey. 65 court cases of cruelty to animals were
prosecuted under the Farms and Market Law by the Humane Society and 35 cats
were rescued from tree tops.
When NRHS celebrated its 25th birthday in 1936 it had grown to 618 charter
members from the original 15.
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Not only did dedicated men and women enlist in the service, Mr. Skips, a young
German shepherd dog enlisted in April 1945 in the Army’s K-9 Corps where he had
guard duty and reconnaissance. Other shelter dogs were to follow.
Dog obedience training programs began in 1948. Classes were given at Barnard
School.
A complete renovation of the shelter was completed in 1965.
Dedication of a new shelter took place on July 22, 1981 on Emmett Terrace
which was officially renamed “Humane Lane.”
NRHS opened its Thrift Shop on Huguenot Street in 1981. In 1998 it closed that
store and opened at its present location at 313 North Avenue.
As part of New Rochelle’s urban renewal project that made way for Home Depot
and Price Club (now Costco) NRHS on Humane Lane was forced to move to its
present location at 70 Portman Road. The 65 year old building once housed a dairy
and bakery but had been standing empty for years. On July 18, 1996, 75 dogs, 80
cats and one Canada goose were relocated.
The shelter went through a major renovation in 2008. By reconfiguring our existing
space we were able to create a second free-roaming cat room, kitty play rooms, cat
adoption rooms and a dog isolation room. Our goal, through the proceeds from tonight’s
event, is to completely renovate our surgical and recovery area.
In 2010 the shelter logged in 586 dogs and 702 cats. Many were returned to
their owner while over 900 animals were adopted into new homes.
Thanks to all who are helping us find loving and permanent homes for our
animals.
Photos by Klara Hanincova
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Our Services
The primary mission of the New Rochelle Humane Society is finding loving,
responsible homes for all our residents.
We rescue lost, stray, injured and abused animals in 17 communities in Westchester
including Ardsley, Dobbs Ferry, Eastchester, Elmsford, Greenburgh, Harrison, Hartsdale,
Hastings, Irvington, Larchmont, Mamaroneck (Village), New Rochelle, Pelham Manor,
Rye, Rye Brook, Scarsdale and Tarrytown.
Other Services
n Mandatory spay/neuter policy for adopted animals – low-cost spay/neuter
certificates.
n Lost and found – dedicated efforts on behalf of lost pets.
n Pet therapy – visiting nursing homes and hospitals, providing warmth and
pleasure to patients.
n Education about animal welfare with school groups and distribution of pet care
material.
n Emergency ambulance service for injured strays available 24 hours a day, seven
days a week.
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Live Auction Items
Casa Piazza, La Punta, Manzanillo, Mexico
Seven nights at the luxurious, 8,000 SF Casa Piazza villa. Fully staffed
including private chef and maid. Has five bedrooms and 6.5 baths. Ideal for
five couples with kids.
Opening bid $6,000
William Wegman portrait
Have a portrait taken of yourself, your children or your pets by pioneering artist
William Wegman. A William Wegman digital portrait commission consists of one
studio session, and includes one printed image
Opening bid: $3,000
Autographed Eric Clapton Guitar
Opening bid: $1,500
Four Tickets to Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade
Opening bid: $2,500
Back Stage Tour at HBO Sports “Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel”
Opening bid: $2,000
S I L V E R
In Loving Memory of Luscus Viafore
May 21, 2007-Aug 27, 2009
We Miss You Champ
Rest in Peace
With All Our Love,
Alex Viafore and Diana Delfino
Congratulations
to the
New Rochelle Humane Society
“The best one in
Westchester.”
Keep up the wonderful work for
all the animals who need you.
Mary and Vito Verni
Congratulations to the
New Rochelle Humane Society
on its 100th birthday.
Thanks to
Diane and David Wade
for their years of dedication
and hard work.
You’ve helped so many people and
animals find better lives together.
Your Friends in Bayberry
Strider, Rex, Toto, Spencer, Abbey,
Gizmo, Polo, their owners
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75 Beechwood Avenue
New Rochelle, NY 10801
914.738.4400
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CONGRATULATIONS TO THE NEW ROCHELLE HUMANE SOCIETY
ON 100 YEARS IN ANIMAL WELFARE
FROM HOME TOWN NEW ROCHELLEAN
GRACE FORSTER
AND YORKIE GIRLS, PORTIA AND ROSIE
STARS OF THE REALITY TV SERIES “DOGGIE MOMS”
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Love, Lauren & Pucci
Saluting and remembering our past board
presidents of the New Rochelle Humane Society:
William B. Ogden
William M. Harding
Clarence S. Shumway
Edmund Hume
Harry C. Squires
Dr. Charles A. Smith
Charles N. Weatherill
Clifford M. Pinckney
Louis R. Smith
William I. Tucker
William F. O’Brien
Dr. Otto V. St. Whitelock
Roger Cohen
Connie Mogull
Sheila Schiff
Audrey Cohen
And our current president, Carlette M. Allen
TO THE STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS OF THE NEW ROCHELLE HUMANE SOCIETY.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR WONDERFUL AND DEDICATED WORK!!
Nancy Gordon Seif
(and Lucie, Peri, Willy, Ty, Molly & Sandy)
Congratulations to the NRHS on it’s
Centennial Celebration
From Camille Brady, Judy Fisher
and Paula Frappaolo
Congratulations New Rochelle Humane
Society on your Centennial Anniversary
The Semenza Family
Stephen, Nancy, John, Christopher & Sandy
Mr. Robert E. Meyer
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Best Wishes & Good Luck!
From your friends at AVSC
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American Veterinary Supply Corp.
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“JUST LISTEN TO THE DOGS”
Congratulations NRHS—
Maureen & Bill Spinelli
In loving memory of our two
NRHS English Bulldogs:
Winston and Patrick
Adopted from NRHS 1985 and 1994
Happy 100th Birthday to
The New Rochelle Humane
Society from
MEADOW VETERINARY HOSPITAL
Congratula ons to the NRHS on your Centennial
Best wishes for many more years providing care and shelter
for local animals in need
Laura Twedt, DVM,MSC | Madeline Mendez, DVM
Randi Haberkorn, DVM | Lisa Raznick, DVM
Proac ve . Modern . Compassionate
www.meadowvethospital.com
Because healthy pets make happy families!
LUCY
OZZIE
MADDIE
Thanks to all who donated
items for the gift bags:
Allen Brothers Whole Distribution,
Bow Regards, Ephesus Candles,
Barbara Gallo, Natural Balance,
The Honest Kitchen and others.
914- 949-1115
1600 Mamaroneck Ave. White Plains
In appreciation of some special women:
Carol Marinaccio, Barbara Gallo,
Dianne Heim, Jenny Tatusko
and Lee Anne Veley
Thanks to Jody Rawdin and
Diane Wade their creative help!
Thanks to Jan-Mar Trophy Co.
for donating engraving.
Joseph Frazz
PHOTOGRAPHY
973.476.2358
[email protected]
families pets weddings occasions events
Photos by Klara Hanincova
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With sincere thanks to the very generous people and organizations who donated
items and contributed to the live and silent auctions:
107.1 The Peak
Nancy Abbe
Gabriel Abrams
Aikido of Westchester
Aleo Restaurant, Manhattan
Sebastian Aliberti
Jennifer Andrle
April's Closet, Larchmont
Around the Collar
Arthur Murray Dance Studio of White Plains
Arthur Murray Dance Studio of Yonkers
Autograph Store Charity Fundraising
Tom Avessano Jr.
Avon Products
Bandit Rubio Designs
Brooklyn Barks Dog Walking and Pet Care Service
Casa Piazza
Caroline Barone
Susan & Rick Barragan
Ernie & Doreen Bevilacqua
Best Friends Pet Care
Bobbie Bhambree
Bistro Rollin, Pelham
Robert Blum
Blue Restaurant, White Plains
Bocker the Labradoodle
Helen Bowers
Barbara Bratone
Brynwood Golf & Country Club
Jen Bush
Caffe Regatta, Pelham
Canine Manners
Francisco Centeno
Diane Cermele
Chaps Bar & Grille, Pelham
Darby Charvat
Chow Down Pet Supply, Larchmont
Steven Cirillo
Maria Cisneros
Clay Art Center, Port Chester
Angie Clifford
Coach Bags
Coffee Labs, Tarrytown
Karen Cohn
Les Compagnons Wines
Nannette Conners
The Container Store, White Plains
Rocco Conte
Salvatore Cucullo
The Curtain Shop, New Rochelle
CRM Associates Ltd.
Croton Creek Steakhouse & Wine Bar, Croton Falls
Diane Dallafave
Jolene Dauneis
Francine Della Badia
De Longhi Products Co.
DenHaus
Diageo
Diet Center of Larchmont
Divine K-9, Inc.
Dog Charm Studio, Scarsdale
Doggie Moms
Don Coqui Restaurant, New Rochelle
Michael Donnadio
Casey Eagan
Emma's Ale House, White Plains
Energia LLC
Ephesus Candles & Body Care, New Rochelle
Ethnika, New Rochelle
Gina Fiorgione
Douglas and Sylvie Firestone
Paul Fitzgerald
The Flower Bar, Larchmont
Grace Forster
Fratelli Ristorante and Wine Bar, New Rochelle
Gallagher's Steakhouse, Manhattan
Barbara & Neil Gallo
Lisa & Carmine Gialanella
Sara Gold
Lloyd & Wendy Goldstein
Richard Goldstein, D.V.M.
Graziella's Restaurant, White Plains
Lisa Greco
Ross Greenberg
Drs. Patricia & David Haight
Klara Hanincova
Hartz Pet Foods
Liam Harvey
HBO Sports
Dianne Heim
Dana Humphrey
Stacey Jasmin Fine Artist
Jon Jankus
K9 Kutters & Kats 2, Rye
Kaplan Test Prep Westchester
Susan Kessler
Chris Kucha
Anthony Labriola
La Gravinese Jewelers, Pelham
Monica Patricia LaPorte
Larchmont Car Wash
Laser Luxury, Mt. Kisco
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Genny Lawson
Nancy Lloyd
Jacques Loupiac
Alicia Love
Macy's
Tara Manganiello
Maple Moor Golf Course
Carol Marinaccio
Carrie Marin
The Martha Stewart Show
Bill Martin
Lorraine Martine
Anthony Simonsen Masso
Patrick McDonnell
Jamie & Stephen McKay
Metro Airport & Limousine, Inc.
Robin Messer
Robert E. Meyer
Modern Restaurant & Pizzeria
The Mommy Bus Company
Mr. America's Personal Training
Katrin Naelajan
New York Sports Club
New York Yankees
Numi & Company Salon, Scarsdale
Nylabone Products
O'Connor, McGuinness, Conte, Doyle & Oleson
Alison Orlando
Pam Panzarino
Stella Panzarino
The Picture House, Pelham
Le Panetiere, Rye
Penguin Books
Teresa Perret
Pet Pantry Warehouse, Larchmont
Gail Pfau
Plates Restaurant, Larchmont
April Pittel
Diane Prendergrast
Prince Lorenzo Products
Celia Privrat
Professor Bob, Inc.
Provisions, Pelham
Keith Puccia
Yvonne Rabie
Peter Raimondi
Monica Rathke
Robert C. Rawdin, DDS, PLLC
Recologie, Larchmont
Marc Robins
Rockwell's Restaurant, Pelham
Sharon Romero
Rye Playland
Anthony Gilde Rubio
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Karen and Richard Ruge
Linda Ruggiero
The Salon & Spa, Lord & Taylor-Scarsdale
Salon Posh Inc., Mamaroneck
The Schoolhouse Theater, Croton Falls
Virginia Severance
Marie Shelto
Doug Siegal
Ann & Tony Singer
Stella & Chewy’s
Katarina Suda
Sunz Jewelz
Jenny Tatusko
Matthew Teich, DDS
Lori Tremer-Huey
Peter Trulli
Judy Turner
Sammy's Fish Box, City Island
Shampooch Dog Salon
Sidney Frank Importing Co., Inc.
Sportstime
Stella & Chewy's
Stew Leonard's
TFH Publications
TLC Cleaning Service
Dante M. Torres
Trader Joe's
Trinity United Methodist Church/Children’s Sunday
School
Trisha Somers
Louis Vaccaro
Diana Valentino
Lee Anne Veley
Venture Pup Pet Photography
Al Viafore III
Villa Nova Restaurant, Pelham
WCBS 880 Radio
West Paw Designs
Westchester Dental Group
Nancy White
William Wegman
Wines from Spain
WNET PBS
Wolf Conservation Center, South Salem
Christina Yedowitz-Lucca
Shelly & Charles Yockelson
Yoo's Martial Arts, Tarrytown
Zephyr Farm, Inc., Mahopac
DIRECTV
La Gravinese Jewelers
Klara Hanincova
Ann & Tony Singer & Family
Taranto’s Deli/OMG Cakes
Candy Bouquet
With Our Sincere Thanks
We offer our sincerest thanks to our staff and volunteers for the hard work
and devotion they have shown in giving our Shelter the true meaning
of the word
“HUMANE”
To our Adult Volunteers:
Thank you all for the many hours you give working with the animals and
doing a myriad of other needed tasks to make the New Rochelle
Society as good as it is.
To our Junior Volunteers:
Thank you for your enthusiasm and energy! Your efforts in helping with
shelter tasks, interacting with our animals and planning special events and
projects are an important part of who we are.
To our Family Volunteers:
Thanks for your team effort, children and parents, for doing so many helpful
jobs around the shelter and your socialization of our animals, especially cats,
kittens and puppies.
And to all our supporters and friends who attended tonight’s Centennial,
donated items, made contributions, advertised in the journal, bought auction
items or sponsored a pet:
THANK YOU!
Congratulations to the New
Rochelle Humane Society on their
Centennial Celebration.