Spring 2014 - Humane Society Calumet Area

Humane Society Calumet Area
Celebrating Over 70 Years of Community Service
Making a Difference One Life at a Time
Spring 2014
Giving shelter animals a voice
Director’s Welcome
All Aboard! The Role of Transport in Animal Welfare
There is a shift happening nationally in the animal welfare and sheltering world. With the growth of
effective spay and neuter programs and the introduction of rescue groups, the live release rate of
homeless animals is increasing. Euthanasia continues to steadily decline across the United States.
Overall, the bigger picture looks great. However, what happens in the areas that don’t have these
programs in place? Essentially, what we have is a distribution problem. For example, areas on the West
Coast have an influx of Chihuahuas needing homes while areas in the South have an influx of Black
Labs. Both of those breeds are highly sought after here in the Midwest. Right now, there are areas on
the East Coast that do not have enough adoptable dogs. There are nearly no puppies available at those
sites either. This may be unimaginable to us right now but is proof that successful programs can work.
HSCA is proud to partner with organizations like Animal Rescue Corps, CanINE Express, and Alsip
Home & Nursery to be able to transport adoptable animals from our organization to reputable shelters
in Indiana, on the East Coast and beyond. Last week, some of our dogs went on an adventure to Nova
Scotia! We will continue to grow our transport program to maintain our live release rate of 97%.
Another common theme across the nation is that shelters are seeing an increase in older dogs or
special needs animals and a decrease in puppies. (No worries – we have plenty of puppies here!)
This is creating a challenge for adoption. HSCA is very fortunate to be able to treat diseases that other
facilities can’t - including heartworm and parvovirus. Heartworm has become an epidemic in our area.
Currently, we are treated over twenty dogs that have tested positive. If you have ever considered
fostering an animal, please consider a heartworm positive dog. The shelter is a stressful place for them
to recover. With the warmer weather upon us, it’s so important to protect your animals from this deadly
disease.
If you would like to sponsor a dog on their next adventure or help a heartworm positive dog in need.
Please feel free to call myself or Development Director Stephanie Peterson at 219-513-8911.
Happy tails to you,
Animal Rescue Corps Transport
Rachel Delaney
Chief Executive Officer
P.S. In the next issue, I will address the cat population and what you
can do in your area to help community cats.
“I see the worst humanity has to offer, but I see the best humanity has to offer with
these good folks [at HSCA] giving their time. When we’re on any type of cruelty
case, to reach into a cage and look into the eyes of an animal that has only known
pain and suffering their entire life and make a promise they’ll never have to go
through that again is what powers me.” ~Scotlund Haisley of Animal Rescue Corps
LR - HSCA Assistant Director Jenny Webber; ARC
Director of Outreach Karla Goodson; ARC President
& Founder Scotlund Haisley; HSCA Behavior Specialist
Kristina Montgomery; and HSCA Volunteer Coordinator
Jessica Petalas
In This Issue
Ask the Trainer
Read some FAQs from our resident dog trainer
See Page 10
1 | Director’s Welcome
7 | Success Stories
Words from Director Rachel Delaney
Enjoy stories from past residents who have now found their forever homes
4 | Ways to Help
8 | Adoption Center
Donations and volunteering are not the
A small selection of animals currently
only ways to help the animals
awaiting homes at HSCA
5 | HSCA Events
9 | Caring Kids
Check out a list of our upcoming events
and highlights of recent events
to help the animals
6 | Helping Hands
A special section to thank those who
have helped the animals in big ways
Meet kids who are doing great things 11 | Our Supporters
A list of those who have recently made
donations to HSCA
Cover Photo
Major spent 328 days at HSCA, a good majority of those
days in the behavior program for dogs with special training needs. He became the shelter’s behavior specialist’s
office dog when his condition began to deteriorate rapidly
in the kennel. On Major’s 329th day at the shelter, he went
home with his new owner. Behavior Specialist Kristina
Montgomery put it best when she said, “I handed his leash
over to his new owner, along with his favorite toy, and
Major happily followed him to his car, without so much as a
second glance back at the shelter. Every long day, every
disappointment, every bit of blood, sweat, and tears - it is
worth it for moments like this.”
HSCA Staff
Intake Center
Humane Society Calumet Area
421 45th Street
Munster, IN 46321
Phone - 219.922.3811
Fax - 219.934.2785
[email protected]
www.hscalumet.org
Adoption Center
Mon./Wed/Fri/Sat/Sun 11:00am - 4:30pm
Tues/Thurs 11:00am - 6:30pm
Intake Center
Phone - 219-836-2583
Fax - 219-836-2761
Intake Hours
Mon/Weds/Fri/Sat 11:00am - 4:30pm
Tues & Thurs 11:00am - 6:30pm
Sunday - CLOSED
Estelle Marcus Animal Clinic
Phone - 219-924-7140
Clinic Office Hours
Mon/Tues/Weds/Fri - 7:30am - 4:30pm
Thurs - 8:30am - 4:30pm
Sat & Sun - Closed
HSCA is a private, non-profit 501(c)3 animal
welfare organization established in 1941. We
are not a branch of local government or any
other agency, but a charitable organization
dedicated to connecting the lives of animals
and humans.
Major with his new owner and
HSCA Behavior Specialist
Kristina Montgomery
Intake Coordinator - Mary Spear
Chief Executive Officer - Rachel Delaney
Behavior Specialist - Kristina Montgomery
Assistant Director - Jenny Bacino
Behavior Assistant - Kristen Rose
Development Dir. - Stephanie Peterson
Behavior Assistant - Rhonda Aguilera
Special Events - Ashley Boyer
Staff Veterinarian - Katrin Asbury, DVM
Volunteer Coordinator - Jessica Petalas
Lab Technicians:
HR / Bookkeeping - Karen Grenda
Nicole Arwood
Adoption Center
Katy Pinkus
Shelter Manager - Liz Popovich
Stacy Budeselich
Adoption Counselor - Donna Pinkus
Adoption Counselor - Bettianne Thompson Josh Condich
Adoption Counselor - Christina Zychowski Kennel Staff:
Nathan Velez
Paw Pals Boutique - Laura White
Breanne Bizon
Receptionist:
Mike Fedele
Dina Stipes
Adam Velez
Kennel Staff:
Brandon Velez
Diane Rybicki
Donna Keen
Donna Pender
Erika Salazar
Estelle Marcus Animal Clinic
Melinda Wyrick
Lori Stasinski
Lauren Rothchild Drakkar Frazier Clinic Manager - Samantha Horn
Veterinary Technician - Stephanie Perz
Libby Toren
Sarah Cote
Stefanie Hemm
Samantha King Veterinary Technician - Missy Brush
Veterinary Assistant - Gary Tiemens
Relief Vet - Holly Anderson, DVM
Paws Resale Shoppe
Store Manager - Carrie Terry
Moraine Ridge Wildlife Rehabilitation Center
Assistant Manager - Kate Gibson
Executive Director - Angela Grady
Associates - DeLoris Nolte
Certified Rehabilitator - Stephanie Whitbeck
Drivers: Chuck Ascencio, Aris Munoz
Consulting Vet - Rachel Jones, DVM
Our Services
Pet Adoptions
Humane Education
Dog Obedience Classes
Spay/neuter
Lost & Found
Pet Therapy
Microchips
Vaccines
Board of Directors
Officers
President - Judith Olen
Vice President - Keith Magiera
Treasurer - Dave Richards
Secretary -Julie Feinstein
Members
Katy Dowling
Kenneth Wilk
Christa Huizinga
Honorary Member - Rep. Linda Lawson
PAWS Resale Shoppe
8149 Kennedy Avenue
Highland, IN 46322
Phone 219.838.PAWS
www.hscalumet.org/paws
Store Hours
Tues - Sat 10:00am - 4:00pm
Sun 12pm - 4pm
Closed Mondays - Donations Welcome
Manager - Carrie Terry
Speak!
Winter 2014 - Volume 10, Issue 1
Quarterly Publication in Winter, Spring,
Summer and Fall
Editor/Design - Stephanie Peterson
Printer - Largus
Circulation - 12,500
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Shelter Features
If you are looking for stylish, inexpensive furnishings and house
ware items, look no further. The Paws Resale Shoppe, conveniently
located just South of 80-94 Expressway on Kennedy Ave. in Highland, has everything you need to furnish a dorm, apartment, or home.
From gently used bedroom sets to televisions, and dishes, Paws has
everything you need to make your space cozy and beautiful. Paws
also has jewelry, toys, books and other items at great prices.
15% off
your
entire purchase
expiration date: December 31, 2014
Can not be combined with any other offer
All proceeds from Paws Resale Shoppe help the HSCA continue to
shelter animals and find them loving homes.
Please keep us in mind when redecorating, moving, or downsizing.
Pick-up of donations is available on Mondays. Please call to make
an appointment.
Paws A Resale Shoppe
8149 Kennedy Ave.
Highland, IN 46322
(219) 838-PAWS
Open: Tues - Sat. 10am - 4pm
Thursdays 10pm - 6pm
Closed Mondays & Sundays
facebook.com/PawsResaleShoppe
421 45th Street
Munster, IN 46321
(219) 924-7140
Estelle Marcus Animal Clinic is open to the following pet owners:
• Low-income pet owners on government assistance (such as Food
Stamps, Medicaid, Unemployment, or Disability)
• Owners of Pit Bulls and Pit Bull Mixes
• Residents of Gary, IN & East Chicago, IN
• Feral cat caretakers
• Animal shelters, animal controls, and rescue groups (must currently
be a 501(c)(3) )
facebook.com/emanimalclinic
Low-Income Senior Program
Seniors over the age of 65 and on government assistance (beyond social security
& medicare) can get their pet spayed, neutered and vaccinated for FREE!
Price List
Dog Spay or Neuter: …………... $50
Cat Spay or Neuter: ……….........$30
Vaccines: ………………………....$10
Other services are available
Moraine Ridge
Wildlife Rehab Center
570 North 450 East
Valparaiso, IN 46383
(219) 299-8027
www.mrwildliferehab.org
Moraine Ridge Wildlife Rehabilitation Center was founded in 2002 to provide educational programs aimed at teaching people
who to live harmoniously with wildlife and to rehabilitate and release sick or injured wildlife. Education services are available
to the public about how to live in harmony with native wildlife, and to school children about leaving wild animals in the wild
whenever possible. Soon they will welcome their first animals to the center for rehabilitation.
HSCA will provide support and staff expertise to help MRWRC extend its reach. Executive Director Ange Grady and Licensed
Rehabilitator Stephanie Kadletz are poised to be a positive force for wildlife in Porter county and beyond.
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Ways to Help
Planned Giving
Consider naming Humane Society Calumet Area
as a beneficiary of your pension plan, IRA, or
retirement plan.
During your life, you retain the ability to access the
funds for your needs.
If you have a life insurance policy that you no longer need for its original purpose, you can use it to
support the animals and you may be able to take a
tax deduction for its value!
A charitable bequest can help reduce the tax burden on your estate.
Donations of securities provides the tax benefits of
avoiding capital gains tax and a possible income
tax deduction.
Paper Recycling Program
You can help the homeless animals
of the HSCA and the environment
by simply bringing your newspapers,
magazines, mail, school & office papers, notebooks, folders, and catalogs
to our green and yellow recycle bins.
We have consistently received around
$200 per month thanks to your donations!
Please do not put cardboard in the bins!
Did you know?
For every ton of paper recycled (each bin holds 2 tons):
7,000 gallons of water are saved
390 gallons of oil are saved
17 fewer trees are used
60 pounds of greenhouse gases are avoided
Birthday Parties at the Shelter
Shelter birthday parties are a great option for children who
love animals. Imagine having a party for your child and not
cooking or cleaning!
For as little as $150, the HSCA will host a party for up to
20 kids (additional kids $5 each) featuring a behind-thescenes shelter tour, cake, ice cream, drinks, games, animal
play time, and more!
Stardust Bowl II in Merrillville, IN offers the Alley Cat
Special every Monday. Make a $2 donation to HSCA
and play for only $1.50 per game. All donations go
directly to the animals at the shelter.
Stardust Bowl II is open Mondays from 9am to 11pm.
Call 219-942-0432 for more information.
Energizing Indiana
Sign up for a FREE Home Energy Assessment with
NIPSCO through Energizing Indiana, and the shelter
receives $25 when you complete the assessment.
NIPSCO will provide you with a report analyzing your
energy use that assesses the heating, ventilation, and
air conditioning systems in your home to determine if
they are operating efficiently. They will recommend any
measures to improve your home’s energy consumption,
which saves you money.
Sign up at the shelter and visit energizingindiana.com
or contact NIPSCO at [email protected] for
more information.
Honor Your Loved Ones
If you would like to make a donation in memory or in honor of
a person or pet:
-Send your gift to HSCA at 421 45th St., Munster, IN 46321
-Enclose a note with your donation with the name of the deceased, whether the deceased is a person or pet, the name
and address of the family to be notified of your gift and your
contact information.
-Memorial/Honor donation envelopes are available at the
shelter by request.
Wish List
•Cat litter (clay, non-clumping)
•64 oz non-tip food bowls
•Stainless steel pet water buckets
•Canned Science Diet cat and dog food
•New and used towels and blankets
•Liquid laundry detergent
•Paper towels
•Stamps (letter and postcard)
•Copy paper
•18” Wet/Dry floor squeegee w/ foam blade for uneven surface
•Long handle scrub brushes (available at Menards)
•Mop buckets
•Mop handles and mop heads (long, stringy kind)
•55 gallon heavy-duty trash bags
•Gas cards (for animal transports)
•KMR (Kitten Formula)
•Espilac (Puppy Formula)
•Cat, dog, & rabbit toys
•Pet beds (all sizes and types)
Please see our www.amazon.com wish list for more items needed
To find our list enter “Humane Society Calumet Area” or
“[email protected]” in the wish list search box.
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HSCA Happenings
“Hair of the Dog” Gala
Above: Models styled as a
giraffe and a bird hang out
before the show.
L-R: HSCA Executive Director Rachel Delaney, Angel Hair Restaurant owner Angie Averlos, 2014 Humane
Leader of the Year and event MC Ben Mollin, HSCA Assistant Director Jenny Webber, and Sugarbowl.
HSCA’s Annual Gala Featured National TV Celebrity
~ Rico Ramos
Humane Society Calumet Area (HSCA) held its annual gala on
February 8 featuring a style show hosted by renowned local stylist
and finalist on BRAVO’s Shear Genius Ben Mollin, new HSCA initiatives, fundraising opportunities and awards at the Radisson Hotel in
Merrillville.
Guests of HSCA’s gala had the opportunity to see Mollin host a
show featuring 50 unique, student-created hairstyles. Students from
five local Mario Tricoci hair schools displayed their creations in five
themes: farm animals, safari, jungle, aquatic and exotic birds.
Prior to the hair show, HSCA Executive Director Rachel Delaney
announced three new HSCA initiatives. First, the animal shelter
began accepting dogs in late 2013 from the city of Gary, pushing the
shelter to its maximum capacity. Second, HSCA has partnered with
Alsip Nursery of Frankfort, Ill. and St. John, Ind. in a new rescue
center initiative. Third, the Moraine Ridge Wildlife Rehabilitation
Center (MRWRC) became the newest addition to HSCA’s family of
subsidiaries.
Delaney presented Ben Mollin with the “Humane Leader of the Year
Award” for his work in supporting HSCA and help hosting the event.
Early Bird Food Truck received the “Humane Business of the Year
Award” for its effort in promoting humane food options in various locations throughout Northwest Indiana. Owners Alison Eichhorn and
Aaron Gutierrez donated all of last summer’s tips to HSCA.
Throughout the evening, guests were offered three ways to bid on
silent auction items: in person, via smart phone or with the assistance of a volunteer. Auction items included gift cards, paintings and
an iPad Air. Funds raised from the auction and raffles benefit the
animal shelter’s basic animal care needs, such as food, medicine
and cleaning supplies.
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Left: A model styled as a
tiger gets into character
before hitting the catwalk.
Thank You Gala Sponsors:
Alsip Home & Nursery Rescue Adoption Center
Ben Mollin Hair Education
Tricoci University of Beauty Culture
Hungry Hound Boutique & Grooming
Auctions By Cellular
Bakos & Richards Consulting
Kenneth M. Wilk, Attorney at Law
Olen General Contracting
First Midwest Bank
Maurices
Upcoming Events
Tag Days June 20-22
Volunteers are needed to donate two hours of
their time standing outside of local businesses to
collect donations. If you are able to donate your
time, call 219-922-3811.
Critter Camp July 14-18 & Aug. 4-8
Kids aged 8 - 12 are invited to register for Critter Camp, an interactive camp that meets 9am
to 12pm daily where kids learn about animals
hands-on. The $110 registration fee includes
snack, t-shirt and daily crafts. Space is limited
so register early! For info call 219-922-3811.
Spay the Stray 5K September 6
Our 4th annual 5K run and non-competetive
walk co-sponsored by Lan Oak Park District (in
memory of Bill & Helen Evans) is being held on
Saturday, September 6 at the Eisenhower Center
in Lansing, IL. Please check our website at www.
hscalumet.org/spaythestray.asp closer to the
event for more information.
Helping Hands
The Animals and Staff of the HSCA send a very big THANK YOU to:
Dr. Preston of St. John Animal Clinic - and Vet
Techs Maggie and Andy for volunteering their time every
week to treat shelter animals.
Dr. Michels of Lakeside Pet Clinic - donated over
$1,000 in medical supplies, leashes, bowls, nutrical, blankets,
towels, and cat food.
Stardust Bowl 2 - for resurrecting the Alley Cat Special
to raise donations for the animals (see page 4).
FOP Donald R. Sheppard Lodge No. 122 - of Highland, IN donated $250 for the animals.
Target Stores & Pullman Walmart- Target stores in
Highland, Calumet City, and St. John and the Walmart in Pullman donate supplies to the animals.
Thank You to everyone who generously donated
Kongs and supplies for the puppies and kittens
Gwen L. Acheff
George A. Rosebrock
Anonymous
Stephanie Rzansa
Carla Estrada
Patricia Scott
Catherine DaPra Fotia
Robert M. Siminski
Dixie May Oblon
Kristie Gregar-Skillman
Valerie Perez
Cynthia Underwood
Maria L. Poulos
April VanderMeyden
Erin Zehner & Family
Fox College Vet Tech Program
NWI Comic-Con- for choosing HSCA as a beneficiary of
their 2014 event. They donated $250 from ticket sales.
Arzumanian Nursery and Warren & Linda Kutlik
- donated all of the plants and supplies needed to beautify the
Memorial Walk that wraps around the shelter.
Ambiance “Your Home, Your Story, Inc.”- donated a
portion of the proceeds from their pet section in their store.
Team Pepsi - Pepsi Corp. and NWI Culture & Inclusion
Committee - Sent out a wonderful team of volunteers who
helped clean up the grounds, smooth out the gravel playgrounds and generally make the outside of the shelter more
clean and pleasant for animals and humans alike.
Special Thanks to the following individuals,
groups, and businesses who have gone above
and beyond for the animals.
ACT Team
AMSTED Industries & Shirley Whitesell
Steve Clippert
Andrea Flanagan
Aimee Harris
Don Powers Agency
Glenwood Village Pet Hospital
Heritage Quilters
Kappa Kappa Kappa Munster/Highland Associates
Roseann Kunst
Lake Federal Bank, FSB customers
Moms Club of Munster
Petsmart Store #420
Scheider Trucking
Glenn Tennyson (for Batty’s Cart)
Texas Roadhouse
UAW Local 551 of Chicago
Ultra of Lansing (cat litter)
Unity Church of Hammond, IN
Steve Clippert - donated all of the plants and supplies
needed to beautify the Memorial Walk that wraps around the
shelter.
Studio One Salon of Highland- donated $425 to the
animals.
BP Fabric of America Donors - Thank you to the
following people for donating their Fabric of
America program money to the animals.
Michael Abercrombie
Janet Emmerth
Jason Haluska
William Jacobs
Daniel Krecik
Kenneth Vavrek
Mike Anderson
Chevrolet- for
donating $1,000 to
the animals.
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Success Stories
This is my mom’s cat Jordan. Adopted last
year in February. Her name was Chloe. She
sat in a small cage pulling her hair out due
to stress and allergies. She was wearing
the cone of shame. Look at her now. She is
thriving. Very loved and happy.
Robin Schwarz Stassin
Just wanted to say thank you for our two
A little over a year ago I decided I
beautiful girls Riley & Kiwi! They are loved and
wanted to adopt a dog. I came to your
love each other.
humane society with a certain breed
of dog in mind but fell in love with
Mary Aguina
something completely different. He was
I adopted a
known as Antony (now Spencer). When
cat (Mr. P)
I adopted him I was told he was skittish
now known as
and afraid to be touched or held. I said
Peekers and
we would work on it but as soon as I got
a dog ( Tubbs)
him home he was cuddle bunny and has
now known as
been ever since. I just wanted to thank
Toby. They are
you for giving me the opportunity to give
such wonderful
him the love he deserves. I also wanted
members of my
to share with you a few pictures.
family. Thank you again
Jamie Porter
for all you do! Lee Ann Moneta
Roenick (orginal
name Sage) is
doing well and
graduated puppy
class in Jan. He’s
since moved on to
intermediate class.
He’s a good boy!
Mary Ellen
Basham
Just wanted to send a
picture of Maggie Mae to
you. She was Bria at the
shelter 3 years ago. She
will turn 4 this April. We
just love her and thought
you would like to see her
grown up! She is spayed
and not declawed and is
just a kind cat and loves
on all the others. Thank
you for her. You were a
great place to adopt from!
Lyn Czapla.
I just wanted to thank you again!
Copter/Stormy has settled in really
well, and is such a treat! You
guys were absolutely amazing in
getting him to us, and I can’t say
enough times how grateful I am
to you.
Next time we’re looking for a pet,
whether cat or dog, we’ll definitely
come check out the pets you have
in your shelter again!
Marissa O’Donley
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Adoption Center
Animals Waiting for a Second Chance...
Mystery
1 year old
Male
We’re all stumped at HSCA
as to how a great cat like
Mystery ended up as a
stray! He can be a little
mischievous, and he loves
to explore and play. He was
initially shy but loves to be
in our cat colony and follow
you around looking for pets.
He also enjoys cuddling with
his cat friend Kitter.
Dundee
5 years old
Male
Australian Cattle Dog / mix
Dundee is smart dog who
would thrive with a job to do
and is very food motivated.
He is quick to pick out “his”
person and would like to be
the only dog in the house.
Dundee is the perfect size
for any home, even an
apartment.
Nikita
3 years old
Female
Pit Bull Mix
Poor Nikita has been at the
shelter since January and
is getting depressed. This
girl is housetrained, mild
mannered, and very food
motivated so it would be
easy to finish her obedience
training. She would prefer
to be the only dog in the
house.
Sophie
1 year old
Female
Dilute Tortie
Sophie was surrendered by
an animal hoarder and had
not been socialized before
coming to HSCA. She can
still be shy but loves to come
up and rub against your legs
to be petted! She has a cute
little meow and likes to play
with toys.
Want to see more animals?
See more of our animals, print applications, and view our adoption procedures
on our website. The animals can also
be viewed at www.petango.com.
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Heartworm FAQs
Pet Care:
HSCA has seen a higher-than-average number of cases this
year. Heartworm is 100% preventable and the following will
provide all of the information you need to keep your pet safe.
What is Heartworm?
Heartworm is a potentially fatal condition caused by parasitic
worms that travel through the bloodstream (harming arteries
and vital organs along the way) ending up in the vessels of
the lung and heart chamber of dogs, cats, and other types of
mammals. Dogs are most suseptible to infection, but other
pets that go outdoors are also at risk.
What Causes Heartworm?
Heartworm larvae are transmitted by mosquitoes that have
bitten an infected animal. The mosquito ingests Heartworm
larvae in the infected blood and passes the larvae to the next
animals it bites. Larvae mature into adult worms in a little
over six months. Heartworm can not be transmitted through
saliva and other bodily fluids. Larvae are invisible to the eye
as they move through the body, but can reach langths of
more than twelve inches at maturity.
What are the Symptoms of Heartworm?
Signs of heartworm in dogs include a mild, persistent cough,
reluctance to move or exercise, fatigue after little activity,
lack of appetite and weight loss. Signs of heartworm in cats
are not as specific and can easily be misdiagnosed as feline
asthma or other lung problems. Infected cats may experience vomiting, gagging, difficult or rapid breathing, lethargy,
and weight loss.
How can Heartworm Be Prevented?
The American Heartworm Society recommends giving a
heartworm preventative pill year round, whether you see
mosquitos or not (Heartworm is present in all 50 states).
Preventative medication can only be dispensed by a licensed
veterinarian.
How is Heartworm Diagnosed?
A simple blood test can determine if your dog is infected.
These tests are not effective for dogs under 6-months-old,
but young dogs can still benefit from preventative pills. Have
your dog tested annually, because it can take up to six
months for a test to come back positive after infection.
How is it treated?
There is currently no product available to cure heartworm in
cats. While heartworm is treatable in dogs, it is expensive,
potentially fatal, and unpleasant for your dog. Treatment for
dogs includes the injection of drugs called adulticides into
the muscle. Treatment has a high success rate, but it is risky
and requires weeks of restricted exercise.
Prevention is the best method of attack for Heartworm. You
will save money on costly treatment and prevent needless
pain and suffering for your pet.
Sources: American Heartworm Society, AVMA, ASPCA
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Caring Kids
Kids have found some fun and creative ways to help the animals. These are a few caring kids from our community.
We thank them for their dedication to helping the animals of HSCA!
Tommy Novak - collected supplies for the animals in lieu
of gifts for his 5th birthday. He is pictured (right) holding
baby William (right) with his brother RJ (left).
Erin Zehner & Emilee Townsell - collected
$465.55 in donations at her annual lemonade/water stand
to benefit the animals! Erin has operated the stand for
several years and far surpassed her goal of doubling last
year’s donations.
Prodigy Preparatory Academy - the before/after
school program donated the $50 in proceeds from their
Valentine fundraiser to the animals at HSCA!
Brownie Troop 10251 - from Elliot Elementary
School bought supplies for the animals with part of
their cookie earnings.
St. Michael School Student
Council- gave $271 to the animals.
Hannah Gerstenkorn - donated
$90 cash & gift cards and two boxes
of supplies from her 10th birthday
party.
Special Thank You to the kids
below for Helping the Animals!
Kylie Kohut- used her Christmas
money to buy towels and bleach for the
animals.
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Tori Rosenbaum
Victoria Cabrales
Nicholas Hardesty
Scott Middle School
Brook Maul
Little Saints Christian Pre-School
Munster Junior Historical Society
Thornton Fractional South High
School- Freshman / Sophomore Club
donated $294 to the animals from thier
bowling fundraiser.
Bishop Noll Institute- Math Club
donated $500 from their annual Pi Day
(March 14) pie sale.
Michael Casner - raised $105 for the
animals along with a $50 Petco gift card
and a bag of dog food and treats at his annual information booth.
Heritage Middle School National
Junior Honor Society - donated $275
to the animals.
Nicole Baginski- collected supplies for
the animals at her birthday party.
Pet Tips
Dog Behavior FAQs
with Kristina Montgomery, CPDT-KA
Q: My dog is being destructive (chewing up
shoes, getting into the trash, etc.) when I’m
gone from the house, and I think it is because he is jealous. What can I do to correct
him?
A: It sounds like your dog is getting into some trouble when
he is left unsupervised! Dogs do not act out due to jealousy –
however, they do act out due to stress or boredom. The first
step to fixing this problem is to give your dog a “dog-proof”
area in the house where he can stay safely while you are
away. This can be a crate or a small area in the house (bathroom or kitchen); even putting up baby gates in a hallway can
be sufficient for some dogs. Make sure that you exercise your
dog vigorously for 10-15 minutes before leaving the house to
tire him out. Provide your dog with plenty of toys – stuffing a
KONG toy with peanut butter and freezing it works as a great
boredom buster! As your dog learns how to control himself in
a small area, you can begin to gradually give him more space.
If he begins to act destructive again, he isn’t ready to have
freedom in the house yet; simply continue to contain him in a
smaller area until he learns how to better control himself.
Q: How can my dog(s) interact with children safely?
A: You always want to make sure that your dog has a positive
experience with children. Here are some tips on how your dog
can learn to live happily with kids:
1) Never force your dog to interact with a child if he is uncomfortable and monitor him for signs of stress, such as excessive panting, refusal to eat treats, or a furrowed brow.
2) Never allow a child, no matter how small, to climb on, ride,
or hug your dog. Most dogs do not find hugging to be pleasant and may react aggressively if grabbed roughly by a child.
Also, never allow a child to put their face in the dog’s face.
3) Do give your dog treats and attention when the child is
present, and if old enough, allow the child to either hand the
dog treats or throw treats on the ground for the dog to eat.
4) If the child is old enough, teach them how to appropriately
interact with the dog by playing fetch, teaching the dog to sit,
or going on a walk.
5) Make sure to supervise the child when they interact with
your dog. If your dog lives with a child, make sure that the
dog has a “child-free” zone that he can escape to if he needs
some space – this place can be a crate or an extra bedroom
with a baby gate in the door way.
Dog Bite Prevention for Kids
Kids can be empowered to prevent dog bites by learning
how to act safely around dogs. The ASPCA reports that 50
percent of all children will be bitten by a dog before their 12th
birthday. Even the friendliest, sweetest dog may bite if it
feels threatened, scared, or too excited. Most dog bites are
from a pet, a neighbor’s dog, or a
friend’s dog.
Talking about the Dos and Don’ts
below with your child, can help them
know what to do if they encounter a
strange dog, are frightened by a dog,
and what behavior is safe around
dogs. This list was developed by
West Virginia Extension Service
Families & Health & 4-H Youth Development Programs, and American
Humane.
DOGGIE DOs:
• Ask the dog’s owner if it is OK to pet the dog.
• Let the dog smell the back of your closed hand.
• Pet the dog gently under the chin (not on the head).
• If you see a loose dog, tell an adult right away.
• Be Calm: take in a quiet voice or whisper (no shouting) and
take a “time out” if you feel angry or frustrated.
• Be Slow: use slow movements, set things down carefully,
and don’t run when you’re around dogs because this makes
them excited and they may accidently hurt you.
• Be a tree if a strange dog comes up to you. Stand straight
with your feet together. Keep your hands glued to your sides
like a tree trunk. Watch your roots grow by staring at the
ground. Do not make eye contact with the dog.
• Be a log if you are knocked down by a strange dog. On the
ground, curl into a ball with your legs together. Keep your
face down. Cover the back of the neck with your fists. Put
your arms over your ears. Stay quiet and still until the dog
goes away.
DOGGIE DON’Ts:
• Don’t tease dogs: never hit, kick, or bite a dog or pull on its
ears, tail, or paws.
• Don’t stare into a dog’s eyes.
• Don’t go near dogs chained up in yards.
• Don’t run or scream if a loose dog comes near you.
• Don’t touch a dog when it is sleeping, eating, or playing with
a toy.
• Don’t hug a dog.
• Don’t bother service dogs alone while they are working.
Borrowed from “Family Health Handout: Safety. Be Safe Around
Dogs.” Developed by West Virginia University Extension Service
Families & Health and 4-H Youth Development Programs. See the
full handout at: http://4-hyd.ext.wvu.edu/r/download/50882. Information was also taken from the American Humane
6) If your dog begins showing aggression towards a child,
seek behavior counseling immediately. Many problems can be
corrected if appropriate training is implemented quickly. If you
Resources: wwww.americanhumane.org; www.avma.org; www.
need assistance, we are here to help: 219-922-3811.
aspca.org
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In Memory of - Donor
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Gifts remembering cherished friends...
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Joanne Abdullah - Kathleen Arney & Family
Elena McCreight – Mike & Judy Olen
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Trevino & John Houchin; Beth Sinclair
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Molly Anzelmo – Desirée Lange
Fred Chariton
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Richard Balazs – Your Friends at Smith Auto Group; The
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Balazs Family; Dave & Michelle Sickles; John & Laurie
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Schuetzenhofer; Jennifer Small
Jr., Trish, & Meg Madderom; Georgilee Allen; Dorothy,
Jon Bell – Julia Derwinski
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Joe Bobalik – Joyce & Jim Bauske; Friends & Family
Wilson, Eiler, Renzi, & Andersson P.C.
Linda Bunchek – Gloria Ruckert
Patricia Millard – Linda Ehlebracht
Thomas “Tom” Lee Carrico – Frank Stur; Kathleen Kaytar
Mom & Dad (in loving memory) – Helen Gurevitz
Charles Croach – Dawn Croach
Wanda Jane Nance – Grace Cole
Howard Cyrus – Great Lakes Roofing; Rich & Maxine Conway; Lottie Noworyta - Cheryl Kikkert
Thomas Ray Crowel; Shirley Friduss; Scully Family; James
Patricia Philbin – Laura, Duckie, & Jeano; Michelle
& Marge Rauer; Peter & Nancy Wilke; Hasse Construction;
Armour; Karen Tiljak; Veronica Mecko; Park Forest School
Jane McMahon; Hammond Optimist Club; Barbara Pressler;
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Facilities Management; Tammy Graves; Angela Enza;
Robert Claude Cyrus – Terry & Karen McMahon
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Family
& Karen Petersen; John & Karen Dado; David & Beth Moll
Wilma Pickens – Elsie Klepper
Linda Darlington – Morton Elementary School
Miriam Ponce – Anna P. Sadlowski
Dick Devine – Bob & Patti Gilless
Abbey Radovich – Sue & Ed Harrison
Judy Doherty – Maywood Civic Club
C.C. Rider – Diane L. Bartko
Lucille Downey – David & Lila Downey
Jim Roback – Barb Bell; Barb Copp; Linda Petroff
Don Fedor – Elizabeth Marie Scharp
Dorothy Rocky – Elaine Gehring
Susan L. Fitzgerald - Jami Grubbs
Dorothy Rowe - Massimo Molinaro; Paw Power Blues
Pete Fleishman – Thomas & Sandra McBreen; Gary & Carol
Dog Club; Norma Cooper; James Friedrichsen; Patricia
VanDerNoord
Walton; Patricia Slabich; Anne Kaszak, Michele Tierney;
Kris Foster – Gail & Norbert Gottschling
Margaret Evans; Dennis & Maureen Fronek; Enercon
Olivia Gloria Garcia – The Family of David Navarro & Dorothy Enpower, LLC; Raymond Rowe; Harriett & Kirk Pinkerton;
Spiekerman; Jill & Joe Sturonas; Harding School P.T.A.; Trudy
Eleanor Nichels; Claudia Krueger; William & Brenda
Tieman; Susan Bowers
Goldie; Marilynn Thompson
Joan Goldberg - Northwest Indiana Pathology Consultants,
Charlie Scanlon - Anita Scanlon
P.C.
Claire Schultz “As my guitar gently weeps”- Diane
Sherman Hayes / Raspolich – Celia Grasty
Wiener
Charles “Buzz” Hobbic – Patricia VanDerWey; Doris Reed;
Walter Skudney – Friends at USMS Northern IN; Mary
Rose Keilman; Joanne Geberin; John Neiswinger
Joan Reed; Melanie Thompson
Robert Hofmiller – Sharon Chudzik; Debra Cavey; Rosemary
Frank & Helen Seljan - Mr. & Mrs. G. DeAngelo
Wellman; Lois & Robert Paluch; Peter & Elaine Oostra; Corinne Walter Skudney - Freinds at USMS N of IN
Filzone; Esther Bunger; Lorraine & Joe Corns; David Rosenau; Betty J. Smith - JDM Steel
Donald & Barbara Wigley
Pat Sorrell – Lenora Sorrell
Frederick Holiat - Janet Brezene; George Toth
Albert “Bud” Stahnke – Your Friends at Protravel;
Jacob Homans - Steve & Laurie Clippert
Dolores B. Lomberger
James Junitz - Your Friends at SAVO; Bob Modrowski
Nina Swing – Nancy & George Kelly; Tim & Sheri Gill;
Nancy Kilinski – Jamie Murzyn
Beth Ann Brewer; Susan & Jeffery Zielinski; Joan &
Vera Kljajic – Nick & Melanie Sever; Brian & Bethany Burdick; Robert Stevens; Nancy Cuculich; Margaret Wegrzyn;
Radmila Jackovich; Mary Jean & Michael Brady; Katherine
Dana McCue
Turoci; Milosh & Deborah Jackovich; Eric Hiller; Kirk Grable;
Steven Temple – Martha Mattson
Slavica Djuraskovic; Rhonda C. Thomas & Thomas Coburn,
Sadie Townsend - Joy Rucinski
LLP; Barnes & Thornburg, LLP; Jane Spangler; Frank &
Pat Werth - Linda Cloe; Toni Sri; Diana Palmer; Gregg
Barbara Skala; Stephanie Cacioppo; Geo & Del Turoci;
McKarns; Trudy Tieman; I.C. Dunning; Kathie MacDonald;
Suzanne Rose; David Rosenau; Donald & Barbara Wigley;
Roz Moreno; Tammy Wood; Joseph & Laurie Hetzel;
Bob, Melody, Ryan, & Kyle Grand
Dorothy Voss; Andrew & Dolores Chismudy; David &
Ted Kragness, DVM - Brian & Tamara Kragness
Laura Tidd; Marcie Matson; Nancy Kaftanich; Darlene
Tanner Lucas & Kodi – Jene Ott
Wozniak; Judy & Mark Krause; Anji Stash; Rhonda Volk
Mark Marczak – Terry Marczak; The Gundlachs; Barbara
Dorris J. Wiesner – Lynn Grabelle
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Our Supporters
Mrs. Barbara West – Joshua, Fred, & Charles Halpern of
Albert’s Diamond Jewelers
Evelyn Wojcik – Paul Bartok
Gifts remembering beloved pets...
Abbey – Sue & Ed Harrison
Our Girl, Ally - Darryl & Iris Lem
Avery & Bob – Arbor View Animal Hospital
Bandit Voorhis - Anonymous
Bear – Gary & Sandy Von Almen
Brandy – Robert Pokrajac
Brutus: Best Pit Bull Ever – Alexandria Barlo
Cadence – Joyce Kwiatkowski
Caleb, Laddy, Shep, Ben, & Charlie – Mildred Gurawitz
China – Anna Waters
Cinnamon – Nancy Withers
Daisy – Kristen Granack
Dinker & Mo – Robert Allen
Eddy – Jack & Heather Ross; Jim & Lynnda Lamont
Elvis Brady – Desirée Lange
Ginger – Mary Sola
Hans & Junior Newhouse – Delores Newhouse
Harmony – Diane Galvin
Junior – Jim & Lynnda Lamont
Klaus Barr – Kur & Juanne Cofran
Olivia Dzurovcik
David Ervin
Dr. and Ms. Ronald Feldner
Frank Adduci
Andrea Flanagan
Robert Akerman
Cubby Flores
Marissa Alexander
Cindy Foresman
Stephanie Arwood
Freidheim Family
Joy Bachar
Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Bogan Emily Garcia
Jessica Gasiorek
Aron Born
Carolyn Gbur
Carol Bosko
Georgette Gehr
Bonnie Brewer
Omar Gomez
Greg Broski
Beth Grauvogl
Raymond Brumm
Sono Gryczewski
Susan Buhring
Mr. and Mrs. Vicki Hachett
Lorraine Burczyk
Karen Haney and Josephine
Elizabeth Cabrales
Mr. and Mrs. Eric Carstensen Kranenburg
Barbara Higgins
Enrique Chamorro
Erin Higy
Mr. and Mrs. Cathy Chapski
Marilyn Hope
Toni Cheek
Michaelene Howes
Katherine Cholewa
Patti Hoyle
Chris Chyung
Amanda Cole & Charles Clark Mr. and Mrs. John Jacobs
Cathy Jamrose
Julianne Collins
Richard Kaminsky
Scheryl Corman
Zeus Kenney
Deidre Danielson
Joyce King
Karen Day
Brian Kotlowski
Patricia DeBoer
Mr. and Mrs. Veronica
Mrs. Brian Decker
Kozinski
Jaime Djuric
Gena Lemus
Carol Dudlack
Jenny Luce
Donna Dunn
Mark Luecke
Mr. and Mrs. Tim Durnin
Julie Macaluso
Mr. and Mrs. Marcus Duvall
Rondi Maltrotto
Pamela Dwyer
Supply Donations
Lily - Joan Roback
Mabel – Violet Lesko
Max - George, Janet, and Brett Hankins
Misty – Linsey Trout on behalf of Tom Coster & Julie Sopko
Molly Anzelmo - Desiree Lange
Molly, Teddy, Winnie, Taffy, B.J., & Pluto – Barb & Vic Roman
Monty Pooka – Aunt Dot
Peanut – Debra Glidden
Phoebe Mayberry – Sue Mayberry
Roxie – Nancy Morosin
Rufus, Cooper, Hailey, & Quincy – Janis LaFond
Scooter & Libby - Dominic Balmaseda
Shotzie – Robert Wartman
Shermy – Bettie & Paul Crisman
Shotzie – Robert Wartman
Spanky – Mary Lou Novak
Spencer – Becky Guerrero
Spencer Bruner – Tom & Betty Grosser
Trouble – Sandy Green; Ginger & Christopher JohnsonDerusha
Tucker - Thomas Wilborn
Willie - Grandma
Yoko Sowinski – Desirée Lange
Zeke – Joyce Kwiatkowski
Jo Ann Manes
Mr. and Mrs. Richard
Margraff
Brook Maul
Jeremiah Mayerak
Gina Morris
Jennifer Moskalick
Katy Mossei
Autumn Murphy
Kim Murphy
Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin
Newland
Lynn Nitz
Mr. and Mrs. Timothy F.
Nowak
Rosemary Odorizzi
Mr. and Mrs. Steven
Oganovich
Sarah Olivieri
Tracey Onohan
Jodi Palonis
Jim Pancer
Janet Pearman
Patricia Pennington
Mr. and Mrs. David Piwowar
Claudia Portillo
Harini Prasad
Susan Robertson
Christine Rodgers
Ericka Rose
Vicki Rosenbaum
Victoria Ross
William Schu
Dawn Schuzer
Julia Sells
Darius Shannon
Tracy Simmons
Arlene Sinkus
Robert Slater
Emily Slutsky
Mr. and Mrs. Carol Smith
Mr. and Mrs. Tank Smith
Carol Stachowiak
Sandra Sullivan
Mary Beth Tabaczynski
Mr. and Mrs. Nadia Talarek
Glen Tennyson
The Henrys
Tina Thompson
Stephanie Tomaska
Gayle Tonkovich
UAW Local 551
Virginia Ulaszek
Brandon Utley
John Valois
Dan Vasilak
Bonnie Vavrek
Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Vega
Mr. and Mrs. Sandy Von Almen
Gregory Wasiak
Mr. and Mrs. Don White
Pat Williams
Jen Willoughby
Pat Wilson
Stephanie Wisniewski
Mr. and Mrs. James BonHama
Kathy Zager
Cathy Zajac
Anthony Zaleski
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Our Supporters
General Donations
Elizabeth Adams
Linda Alb
Georgilee Allen
Robert Allen
Mr. and Mrs. Maureen Alongi
Mark Ambos
Valerie Andrews
John Avila
Cassie Ayling
Frank Baccino
Rachel Baggett
Rachel Bakker
Aileen Balazs and James
Zamko
Benjamin Ballentine
Robert J. Barr
Roger Barta
Diane Lynn Bartko
Leo Beck
Wayne D. Becker
Mr. and Mrs. Theodore
Beemsterboer
Darlene Belinsky
Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Bevan
Marion Bittner
David and Sheila Blanco
Kevin Bobalik
Suzanne Bobalik
Aron Born
Adele Boyle
Rhonda Brenza
Bonnie Brewer
Richard Buehrle
Mr. and Mrs. Carolyn
Burchett
Pearl Burgess
Angela Bursac
Kate Carr
Mary Carr
Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Carter
Jason Cash
Jean Cash
Elaine Cerajewski
Denise Chapman
Judy Cheek
Rena L. Childers-Vale and
John Vale
Ray Cirks
Mr. and Mrs. David Clark
Kurt Cofran
Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Cohen
Grace Cole
Geraldine Colvin
Dorothea J. Connor
Maxine Conway
Norma Cooper
Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Crowel
Nancy Cuculich
Cyrus Realtors, Inc.
Edward Darnell
Laura Dauksza
Donna Dehart
Merida Delarosa
Mr. and Mrs. Peter Dinelli
Emily Djorovic
Mr. and Mrs. David Downey
Harold Dukala
Bernadette Durham
Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Dybel
Keith Edwards
Stephanie Edwards
Linda Ehlebracht
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Elston
Laure Enk
Dorothy Enslen
Lisa Everly
Lindsay Evorik
Deborah Ferguson
Joan Ferguson
Cynthia Ferko
Delphine Fernandez
Mirta Fernandez
Mr. and Mrs. Terry Ferrari
Margaret Forsythe
Shirley Friduss
Austin Fritz
Thomas V. Fronczek
Dorothy Gall
Diane Galvin
Adriana Garcia
Margaret Garden
Robert Gatliff
Michael O. Geiger
Sandra Geleta
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Gilless
Tom & Cindy Goad
Mary Golding
Richard and Valerie Good
Lynn Grabelle
Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Grasty
Karen Grenda
Rose Groat
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas
Grosser
Garda A. Grove
Richard P. Groves
Mr. and Mrs. Marilyn
Gryzbek
Vivian Grzyb
Mr. and Mrs. William
Gundlach
Margot Gupta
Mildred Gurawitz
Helen Gurevitz
Angela Guzman
Elizabeth Hartigan
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Mr. and Mrs. Joe Hayworth
Barbara Hildebrand
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Hivko
Ruthann Holcomb
The Coleman Household
Amber & David Hudson
Cynthia Hutchison and
Angie Slacian
Candice Irvine
Mr. and Mrs. Judith Janik
Mr. and Mrs. Ginger
Johnson-Derusha
Rupan Kansal
Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Kasch
Mary Kaufman
Joan (& Petey) Kelly
Arlene T. Kennedy
Mr. and Mrs. Janis Kinach
Elsie Klepper
Diane Kozubal
Amy Kristoff
Ernest A. Krumbein
Mr. and Mrs. John Kulka
Tom Kusbel
Joyce M. Kwiatkowski
Mr. & Mrs. Jim Lamont
Mary Langmeyer
Dawn Lanman
Mr. and Mrs. John Lintner
Genevieve Lober
Christine Long
Lisa Lundstrom
Ed Machay
Charmaine Macklin
Mr. and Mrs. Bill Macon
Keith Magiera
Henry Maglio
Christine M Malesza
April Markul
Brenda Marquis
Corinne McArdle
Mr. and Mrs. Patrick
McCambridge
Mr. and Mrs. Matthew
McCarty
Terry & Karen McMahon
Our Lady of Perpetual Help
Mr. and Mrs. George
Megales
Cheryl Megremis
Susan Mildaus
Desiree Minson
D. Joan Mis
Lee Ann Moneta
Mrs. John Moorman
Beto Murillo
Barbara Muskin
My eBook Story Company
John Nelson
Norreen Nelson
Mr. and Mrs. Harry
Neumaier
Delores Newhouse
Martha Nicholson
Janet Noonan
Mary Lou Novak
Sundae O’Donnell
Donna O’Rourke
Barbara Olejniczak
Mr. and Mrs. Mike Olen
Bob Ostroski
Buffy Pajor
Jennifer Pallone
Pat Pamedis
Nathalie Pennington
Mary Jo Peters
Donna Pinta
Geraldine Pirok
Marya Pleasant
Robert Pokrajac
Janet Prieboy
Claudia Raab
Ursula Rakowski
Mr. and Mrs. Len Rathert
Marge Rauer
Pamela Raupach
Kathy Reller
Eric Richeke
Mr. and Mrs. Bob Rigg
Joan Roback
Sonia Rojas
Mr. and Mrs. Barbara
Roman
Anna Rominger
Daniel Root
Mr. and Mrs. Jack Ross
Mr. and Mrs. Raymond
Rossi
Elaine Routh
Cori Rowland
Scott Sands
April Schaefer
Ruth Schmitt
Lynda Schneider
Florence Schnell
Mrs. Thomas Scully
Bunny Sebock
James Severa
Mary Shanks
Courtney Shea
Dennis Shea
Mr. and Mrs. Denise
Shultman
Jill Singleton
Mr. and Mrs. Larry Sinkevicz
Arlene Sinkus
Our Supporters
General Donations, Continued
Sandra Skorupa
Suzie Skowronek
Palmira Smith
William Smutzer
Mary A. Sola
John Sorota
Mr. and Mrs. Chris
Sorrell
Joseph Spencer
Mr. and Mrs. George
Sperka
Parker Sperka
Melody Stalbaum
Mr. and Mrs. Randy
Starewicz
Sheila Stegvilas
Cynthia Stelzer
Ray Stofcik
Thomas Stofcik
Kevin Stompor
Florence Strong
Frank Stur
Rev. Raymond Sundland
Mr. and Mrs. Catherine
Swart
Carole Swint
Mr. and Mrs. Fran
Szczucki
Dan & Gerie Tafel
Marlene M. Tebik
Mr. and Mrs. Jim Thiel
Karen Tiljak
Shirley Tole
Kathryn Tonellato
Georgeann Tonkovich
Elaine Torabi
Mr. and Mrs. Janet Toth
Lazo Trbovic
Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas
Tsatsos
Mary Jane Tupiak
Nancy Turnbull
Sergio Valdes
Pamela Vance
Daniel Vega
Mr. and Mrs. Steve Vido
Janet Vink
Gerald J. Von Almen
Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Vroom
Judith Wagner
Angeline M. Walczak
Mr. and Mrs. Orrin Walley
Robert Wartman
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas E.
Wellman
Shirley Whitesell
Mr. and Mrs. Dawn Wilk
Mr. and Mrs. William Withers
June Yarovsky
Ellen Yuhan
Mr. and Mrs. Ervin Zaikis
David Zambon
Ann Zelenika
Paw Pals Cage Sponsors
Colleen Aguirre
Ellen Marie Allen
Tony & Maureen Alongi
Kathryn Arbuckle
Judith Ballanco
Linda Barlog
Laura Beemsterboer
Chris E. Bettega
Linda Bieker
Donald Boedeker
Betty Boyer
Rhon Brenza
Robert W. & Georgia A.
Brown
Ashley Canon
Roberta Cermak
Dottie Connor
Alan Cook
Cyrus Realtors, Inc.
Donna DeHart
Joan Di Michele
Phyllis Drum
Rosemary Dudlack
Bernadette Durham
Stephanie Edwards
Janet Elias
Thomas Farris
Carrie Gault
Howard & Evelyn
Gossman
Mary Graham
Beth Hayden
Daniel & Linda Hynek
Candice Johnson
Carl & Glenda Johnson
Donald & Cheryl
Johnson
Indiana Beverage, Inc.
Ivon Johnson
In Honor of - Donation Made By
Frank Bond– Thomas Mullins
Nichole Crist - Greg Stinson & Rondi Wightman
Doris Elston – Richard Elston
Hoppy Foresman in honor of his 10th Birthday – Foresman Family
Horatio, Samson, & Delilah Grenda – Bill & Nita Kvasnica
Kristen Jeppeson – John & Kilane Jacobs
Dr. William Michael’s Retirement – Elaine Gehring
Nellie – Sandy Green; Ginger & Christopher Johnson-Derusha
Aggie Patros – April Markul
Sandy’s Birthday - Bill & Diane Targatz
Terry Smith & Linda Phillips’ Wedding – Pamela Kosenka
Albert Stahnke – Dolores B. Lomberger
Dr. Nancy Trimboli for help with Mia – Mary Shanks
Sergio Valdes, Jr. – Sergio & Juana Valdes
Ellen Kiel
Timothy & Jan Kinach
Linda L. Kokesh
Kathleen Kries
Linda Kutlik
Muriel Lennstrum
Robert Light
Mary Lorance
Rita Luczak
Kathy Maanum
Richard & Mary Louise
Magdziak
Debbie Mangerson
Jennifer Maracich
Gloria Mastalski
Scott & Lisa McAllister
Dennis McFarland
Caryn Mikula
Stephanie Mitchell
Kimberly Modrowski
Sandra Molson-Kosiba
Linda Moore
Stacy Mosca
Christine Murelko
Marjorie Neely
Martha L. Nicholson
Michelle Norman
Ryan & Tracey Onohan
Buffy Pajor
Kathleen Pasha
Elaine Pellar
Nick Perko III
Joni T. Piessens
Gloria Portney
Jesus & Roberta
Reyes
Kathy Reno (Jacob
& Wiser)
Dorothy Riffle
Michael Riffle
Eric Roach
Carmina Rojas-Cook
Joan Roback
John Sabo
Naomi Samaniego
Betty Seth
Richard Sivulich
Carol S. Smith
Kimberly Smith
Ruben & Sharee Soto
Kevin Stompor
Frank Stur
Cheryl Tanis
Marilyn Thompson
Georgeann Tonkovich
Susan Tremaine
Bill Turkevich
MaryAnn VanAmstel
Margaret Vrbanich
Colleen Wall
Joan Weaver
Patricia Werth
Note: Thank you to everyone who
donated to the animals this year. Due
to space restrictions, only donations of
$25 and more have been listed. We
appreciate all donations regardless of
the amount. Donations listed were
received by December 31, 2013.
Donations received after December
31 will be noted in the next newsletter.
We make every effort to ensure that all
donors are listed in our newsletter. If
you feel your name has been omitted,
please contact us and we will be sure
you are included in the next edition.
Honor your loved Ones
If you would like to make a donation in memory of in honor of a person or pet:
Send your gift to HSCA at 421 45th Street, Munster, IN 46321 or make a donation online at www.hscalumet.org/donate.asp
Enclose a note with your donation with the name of the deceased, whether the deceased was a person or pet, the name
and address of whom you would like to be notified of your gift, and your contact information.
Memorial/Honor donation envelopes are available at the shelter upon request.
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July 2014
July 5: Save Me Saturday - no adoption fees for Active Military / Veterans
July 12: Save Me Saturday - no adoption fees for Firefighters
July 12: Dog & Cat CPR / First Aid Class at PAWS Resale Shoppe at 2pm ($10 Class Fee)
July 19 - 20: Empty the Shelter Weekend - No Adoption Fees
July 26: Save Me Saturday - no adoption fees for Scout Troop Members / Leaders
August 2014
August 2: Save Me Saturday - no adoption fees for EMTS / Lifeguards
August 9 - 10: Empty the Shelter Weekend - No Adoption Fees
August 16: Save Me Saturday - no adoption fees for Teachers / Coaches
August 23: Save me Saturday - no adoption fees for Community Volunteers
August 30 - 31: Empty the Shelter Weekend - No Adoption Fees
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