Read all about it in the April issue!

PUP BRUTALLY ATTACKED & LEFT TO DIE
Story & Photo Page 7
THE DANGEROUS & HEROIC RESCUE FROM BURNED-OUT BUILDING
Story & Photo Page 6
YOUR RES-Q FUND DOLLARS AT WORK HELPING
OUR NEEDIEST CASES!
Stories & Photos Page 5
SOCIETY
NEWS
PLEASANTVILLE (NJ) POLICE DEPARTMENT
RECEIVES 3 K-9 VESTS
More Society News on Page 20
SOCIETY ORPHANS INVITED TO
“THE PET STOP”
PHOTOS SUPPLIED
Pleasantville Police Officer Brandon Stocks and K-9 Ciko
,Dr. Brian Voynick, host of THE PET STOP holds Cocoa & Society Asst.
Director Scott Crawford handles Bugzy.
The AHS was pleased to be invited to THE PET STOP which can be
seen on News 12 New Jersey. Dr. Brian Voynick, host of The Pet Stop,
holds Cocoa the Yorkshire Terrier while AHS Asst. Director Scott
Crawford handles Bugzy, a pit bull mix who has been at the Newark
shelter, waiting for a “new leash on life”. Cocoa has since been adopted
… but Bugzy, still waits.
As we go to press, we have been advised that AHS has been invited to
appear on THE PET STOP again. The interviews will air on April 6th
and April 13th. AHS staffers will bring 2 cats and 2 dogs. Bartlett will
be making his television debut!
The Society was recently contacted by Pleasantville (NJ) Police Officer
Brandon Stocks concerning that township’s K-9 unit. Officer Stocks and 2 other
officers in his department have requested the K-9 vests for their partners.
If you would like to make a donation to the Vested Interest Fund, just earmark
your donation to the fund.
The AHS has been the driving force to outfit every law enforcement K-9 with
bullet/stab resistant vests – and we have put the word out as far-reaching as
possible to protect these K-9s.
In January, K-9 Rocco of Pittsburgh, PA suffered fatal stab wounds during a
scuffle with a wanted man. He was buried with full honors & according to
Left: Pleasantville Police Officer Mark
Millard and K-9 Brisco; Above:
Pleasantville Police Officer David
Aristizabal with K-9 Pico.
PHOTO COURTESY: STACEY GAMMON PET PHOTOGRAPHY
This awesome Staffordshire Terrier has been at AHS since last June without
an offer for adoption even though he was viewed on The Pet Stop TV show
(as pictured above). Almost 2 years old, this total mush responded well on
leash & had a great food test. When asked to release a rawhide, he released
it gently & gave a kiss to the hand of the evaluator. He is a great dog looking for affection – just look at his eyes. File 122447 (Newark).
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Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto, “He
died saving his fellow members and
he lived serving all of us”. Flags were flown at half-staff at all city buildings in
honor of Rocco. Pittsburgh has 21 K-9s – and we assume that they are unprotected. The AHS would like to make an offer to outfit every K-9 in their unit
– at a cost of $895 a vest - almost $20,000. We need your donations to help
them and other K-9 officers as well.
As a result of Rocco’s death, two bills have been introduced in both the
Pennsylvania Senate and House known as “Rocco’s Law” – designed to stiffen the penalties for anyone who severely injures or kills a police animal.
Please note: There are other groups in various parts of the country, many of
whom are helping to purchase K-9 vests for law enforcement. Some of them
have very similar names as the AHS Vested Interest Fund.
NEPTUNE RESIDENT GUILTY OF
ANIMAL CRUELTY
ANIMALS
in the NEWS
CATELLI BROS. SLAUGHTERHOUSE
SHUT DOWN FOR CRUELTY - NOW
RE-OPENED FOR BUSINESS
Above: The animals had little or no sustenance and no shelter; and (below) AHS
obtained much-needed emergency veterinary care although we had been
instructed to leave the dogs there for the night.
These pictures were featured in the
Holiday issue of the HUMANE NEWS
after Neptune Police requested the
AHS to pick up two dogs. When
Society ACO Javier Vargas found two
emaciated dogs in a bare desolate
area, the AHS contacted the county
animal enforcement agency who
advised ACO Vargas to leave the dogs
there for the night. Vargas refused &
took possession of the dogs. Within a
short time, the county animal enforcement agency called AHS & instructed
the Society to bring the pup to the
local hospital & the adult female to
their Eatontown shelter.
The enforcement group signed complaints against Dathan Thompson & Judge Robin
Wernik ordered him to pay $1,000 fine and $2,000 in restitution. He was also
banned from ever owning an animal in the future.-
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He was found on the ice and
looked as he may have missed
some meals. He was brought to
the AHS & within a short time an
owner called & said he may have
someone interested in the dog.
Yeah, right. He’s a handsome
young Shepherd who deserves
the same devotion from an
owner as he would give in
return. File 23265-M. (Forked
River)
The Society has partnered with
Trupanion Pet Insurance for all
AHS adoptions. Anyone who
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or Forked River – will receive a 30 day promotional offer from
Trupanion. The enrollment must be made within 24 hours of adoption. During those 30 days, there is a 90% coverage with unlimited
payout. Adopters will have the option of signing on for continual
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Please consider this cost-saving measure with a great insurance company – and adopt a wonderful companion from AHS!
PHOTO COURTESY FARM SANCTUARY
Catelli Brothers, Inc. of Shrewsbury, NJ was temporarily shut
down after an undercover video showed horrific, inhumane
treatment of young calves. The U. S. Dept. of Agriculture
signed off on a plan by Catelli in which the processing plant
agreed not to move animals that couldn't walk & euthanze
them instead. Catelli sells veal and lamb to restaurants and
retailers nationwide.The slaughtering plant agreed to:
* Put animals being stunned in a head restrainer
* Increase training of employees who deliver animals to the
plan
* Verify the effectiveness of stunning before making any cuts
in the animal
* Purchase new captive bolt stunners
* Agreement to install a remote video surveillance system to be
monitored by a third party
The video showed company employees taking a still-conscious
calf to the bleed line, and another calf that was unable to walk
was dragged. Those wishing to view the undercover video, can
Google Catelli Brothers and it is available on several links.
As long as people continue to purchase veal, etc., and purchase
milk & dairy products, the veal industry will continue to flourish.
WARNING OF REED DIFFUSER DANGERS
A cinnamon reed diffuser
had overturned & the liquid
had gotten onto a cat which
was washed up quickly, but
obviously, the ingredients
were strong enough to produce caustic burns.
According to his caretaker,
the cat spent 5 days having
the wounds debrided. The
picture shows the wound as
having healed over several
days. The burns did not
show up for a week or two
PHOTO SUPPLIED
as the caretaker thought the
coloring was “stained” from liquid chemicals. This devastating burn could happen
to a child, a dog or anyone. Please be sure to let others know of this danger.
www.ahscares.org
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in theNEWS
VETERAN WITH SERVICE DOG
AIDED BY SOCIETY
SOCIETY DONATES TO PETS & PEOPLE
AT LAKEWOOD’S TENT CITY
Rear: Forked River Maintenance Manager Efrain (Papo) Melendez,
Veteran Brian Christy (l.) and his service dog Abbey who gives
kisses to Tinton Falls General Manager Luis Mercado.
Minister Steve Brigham (r.) of Lakewood Outreach Ministries Church gives pet
food to one of the residents of Tent City.
Tent City, located in
Lakewood, NJ, is a community of homeless people who have come on
hard times. The grouping started in 2005 when
unfortunate people tried
to find a shelter.
Through the efforts of
Minister Steve Brigham
of Lakewood Outreach
Ministries Church &
other supporters people
were able to put up
tents, & now the group
consists of about 80 peoMinister Steve Brigham with one of the dogs
ple who are being proowned by a Tent City resident. Rev. Brigham will
vided with some basic
continue his mission to help the homeless.
needs. According to local
reports, there are many who would like to close this down even though the
residents have no alternatives. Tent City is located on unused, forested
“public land”. The Society, as well as some of our staffers, have collected &
donated much-needed items including dog & cat food to these grateful residents. If you would like to donate pet food, blankets, doggie sweaters, etc.,
please send or deliver to our Forked River facility. Be sure to earmark them
for Tent City.
UPDATE: As we go to press, we have learned that the Township of
Lakewood is tearing down tents in which there are homeless people with
no other options. On April 3rd, they are scheduled to raze tents with people currently living there & arresting residents for non-compliance.
Minister Steve Brigham & his supporters will continue on their mission of
helping the homeless. All this group wants is for the government to give
them their so-called "public land".
PurinaCare is leaving the pet health insurance market & transferring
its 12,000 policyholders to a competitor, Pethealth, Inc. based in
Oakville, Ontario, Canada. PurinaCare policies will be honored until
renewal time.
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When the story of Van Gogh (Vinnie), (see cover story), appeared on the
internet with daily reports and updates, the Society received lots of well
wishes, prayers and gifts for this special little boy. Vinnie was so blessed, he
decided to pay it forward …..
Recently the Society’s Executive Director heard a story by Jim Gearhart on
NJ101.5 radio about the tragic life of a disabled veteran and his service
dog. The veteran’s appeal mentioned living in an unheated trailer with
broken windows, leaks in the roof & many more problems. After serving
our country & putting his life on the line to ensure our safety & the safety
& freedom of this country, he struggles to make ends meet.
After discussing with Vinnie Van Gogh how incredibly blessed he has been
to receive so many beautiful gifts lately, he felt very grateful and patriotic,
so we went for a wagon ride to pick out some gifts for this man and his
dog in need. We contacted the veteran & made arrangements to deliver
pet food for his beautiful German Shepherd service dog … and more! Two
staff members delivered blankets, dog supplies & treats, a space heater and
a collection from the staff bought groceries. The man was incredibly grateful …. but we should be the grateful ones for all he has done for our
country. We hope our donors understand sharing some of your gifts to
help others in need.
Sadly, we have since found out that Brian Christy has received no other
assistance.
CITIZENS CAN NOW REPORT ILLEGAL
ANIMAL ACTIVITY TO WILDLEAKS
Governments and organizations acknowledge the illegal wildlife trafficking and
poaching that is a threat to animals, the environment and a danger to people.
WildLeaks is a place where citizens can report
poaching, wildlife trafficking, and illegal logging which can often go undetected and
unchallenged when people do not speak up
about them. Citizens can submit photos,
videos or documents to a highly secure, notfor-profit website and at the same time,
maintain their safety by submitting content
either confidentially or anonymously using
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Tor software.
WildLeaks covers the world and receives tips and information from all over
the world on many subjects including ivory, tiger poaching, illegal logging
and the illegal trade in animal parts. The crimes have doubled over the past
5 years. It was created and funded by the Elephant Action League in collaboration with U.S.-based Environmental Investigation Agency, a U.S.-based
journalist network of 100 reporters and members of other groups.
WildLeaks can be located at https://wildleaks.org
Buttons - Broken Jaw
The AHS Tinton Falls facility was contacted by the
Asbury Park Police concerning a Shih Tzu that
had been attacked by
another dog the previous
night. The dog was at
Police Headquarters and
AHS, as well as the Police,
were given several different stories by the alleged
owner, i.e., it was their
dog; it wasn’t their dog but they would take it to a vet since it only
had a minor injury. They had no money & the probability that they
would take the dog for costly emergency care was not likely. After
the alleged owner signed a release, the Society’s ACO took possession
of the young male Shih Tzu named Buttons. According to Society veterinarian, Dr. Emily Marion, Buttons had suffered a broken jaw &
needed critical care. The 1 year old unneutered male was brought to
Red Bank Veterinary Hospital where the jaw was wired; a piece of the
jaw and some fractured teeth had to be removed. The very sweet
dog is convalescing at Popcorn Park. (Forked River).
They come to us ...
... a broken jaw, an eye barely held in its socket, bloated with bladder stones,
advanced demodectic mange, emaciated ... we never turn them away, but
neither can we leave them uncared for. These animals have suffered excessive
cruelty and neglect. They need emergency, surgical, or other intensive care,
sometimes requiring emergency care facilities, veterinary specialists or prolonged recovery time at AHS. Saving their lives and healing them is the sole
reason we established our Res-Q Fund. Won’t you help us? Please send
donations to AHS, 124 Evergreen Ave., Newark, N J 07114 or donate online
at ahscares.org and click on Res-Q Fund.
Shorty - Protruding Eye
The Society’s Newark facility
received a call from a concerned
animal lover regarding a Shih Tzu
that was in obvious discomfort for
an extended period of time with
an injury to a protruding eye that
had been given no care. The ACO
visited the dog owner who said the
dog was fine and she also had no
money. The ACO offered to help
but the recalcitrant owner refused.
We advised that Shorty needed
medical care and we would have to
solve this problem if it meant going to court. The woman signed ownership of
the dog over to the Society. Shorty has had the eye removed by Newark’s veterinarian, Dr. Rhonda Sessons, and the Shih Tzu is at AHS, ready for a lifetime
of love. File 122975-M (Newark)
Calamity - Starving &
Slammed to the Ground
One can see the sense of anguish and heartache that this young lass has
experienced. The emaciated dog was brought to AHS after a witness said
that someone slammed the dog to the ground and against the wall. She was
brought to the Medical Dept. for an examination & found to have an upper
respiratory infection. She stayed in our Medical Dept. for a month for continued care and thankfully she suffered no internal or physical injuries. What
dog deserves that kind of treatment? She is still a puppy and has had no formal obedience training. She is a sweet, energetic & active lass who needs &
deserves patience & lots of love. File 122749-F (Newark).
Please note that Funds donated to the care of any particular animal that exceed the
amount needed for that animal’s care will be applied to other animals in need of the
Res-Q Fund.
Emerald - Bladder Stones
When this lovely
lass came in, it was
obvious she was not
feeling well. An
examination by the
AHS veterinarian,
Dr. Emily Marion,
indicated a need for
more specific observation. Antibiotics
were started after a
urinalysis and within a short time, an
operation was required. Bladder stones were removed and the abdomen
was flushed. The stones and urine and a urine culture were submitted
to the University of Minnesota. Emerald will have to be on a prescription diet for the remainder of her life as well as regular veterinary visits.
Urine would need to be tested every 3-6 months for crystals.
That is a mighty tall order to expect of most adopters. Emerald is a precious gem waiting at our Tinton Falls facility. Call 732-922-0100 or email [email protected]
Blossom Thrown Out of Car –
Skin Condition &
Hind Leg Deformity
Witnesses saw this 5 month
old terrier thrown out the
window of a moving car last
November. AHS was contacted & we immediately rescued
the pup who was in poor
condition when she arrived. She had a long-standing condition of
Demodex mange that had gone untreated. After successful treatment,
“Blossom” was sent to Forked River fpr
a new life. Society veterinarian, Dr.
Laney Baris noticed something wrong
with her hind legs & after an examination found she had a luxated patella. An evaluation was done at North
Star Vets & we were informed she had
a severely deformed hind leg, most
likely the result of injuries sustained
when thrown from the car. The deformity is such that we are unsure if surgery will correct the condition. More
testing & evaluation will be done.
Blossom will need continued care until
a resolution to her problem is determined. She is presently at the AHS
Forked River facility
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COVER STORIES
Continued from Page 1
THE DANGEROUS & HEROIC RESCUE
FROM BURNED-OUT BUILDING
The soot-covered dog was curious about the strangers
who were coming to visit him.
An empty warehouse that caught fire & collapsed was the home for this
lone pit bull who was still waiting for the drifter who would come by
from time to time.
The AHS was contacted by Michael Becht, an employee of Bartlett
Distribution Services in Newark, that there was a fire in an adjacent
empty warehouse & the building had collapsed. On top of the roof of
the now-destroyed building was the lone figure of a pit bull. Never one
to shirk the responsibility of rescuing an animal under perilous conditions, two Society staffers immediately went to the location. An impenetrable 8 foot wrought iron fence surrounded the building.
AHS Asst. Director Scott Crawford & Animal Control Officer Alvis
Carrington assessed the hazards of attempting to scale a collapsed
building. First they had to contend with the 8 foot wrought iron fence.
Crawford scaled the fence and was able to grab onto a portion of concrete then lift himself up towards the damaged roof. He then maneuvered on to portions of the dangerously unstable building . As Crawford
was scaling up towards the dog, Becht was throwing morsels of food to
entice the dog downward. ACO Carrington stood by to capture the dog
if it became necessary. As the dog moved closer to get more food,
Crawford inched nearer.
The soot-covered pit bull, who hadn’t eaten for awhile, was a willing
participant in obtaining more food. Crawford was then able to snare
him with the pole at which time the pit bull decided he had enough.
He started to bolt towards
another section of the
building. For this pit bull,
it was the only safe home
he had known & he didn’t
want to leave. Crawford
handed the pole of the
collared canine over to
ACO Carrington who carried him to the fence.
Bartlett has an excellent
disposition, is very people
focused & works for praise.
The 3 year-old pit bull terrier is an energetic gent who
is good with people &
other dogs & would be a
devoted family companion.
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Carrington went over the fence first, & then the dog was lifted over the
fence. Crawford then scaled the fence -- and at this point, the pit bull didn't
know how lucky he was. Nor did either Society staffer. It was a dangerous
rescue -- and no one was hurt or injured.
We call him Bartlett for the namesake of the company adjacent to the building whose employee cared enough to seek help for the dog.
Bartlett had found comfort & companionship with a drifter that used to stop
by frequently. The man & dog spent time together in the abandoned building. Bartlett was sitting on top of the ruined building he knew as home -still waiting for his old friend to stop by.
We are happy to say that we have brought Bartlett to the our AHS Newark
facility, where he now knows safety and warmth, and is well-cared for. He
will never have to worry about where his next meal comes from, or worry
about staying warm on a harsh, cold winter's night. Bartlett has received a
thorough examination from our veterinarian and is doing very well. He is
now available for
adoption and
would love a wonderful home with a
family that will
love him forever.
AHS Assistant Director Scott Crawford (l.) and Animal
Control Officer Alvis Carrington with Bartlett.
This is just one of
the many rescues
that our AHS
Animal Control
Officers make on a
regular basis.
When the call
comes in about a
dog like Bartlett
being stranded on
a roof, they are out
the door and on
the scene.
Please help us to continue the work that we do of helping animals in need
and make a contribution to our cause. You can donate using the coupon on
Page 17 or online at ahscares.org at the DONATE button. You can donate
with PayPal as well as all major credit cards.
If you are interested in giving the handsome Barlett a home of his own,
please e-mail [email protected] or call our Newark facility at 973-8247080. Thank you, as always for helping us to help the helpless. File 123159M (Newark).
COVER STORIES
Continued from Page 1
PUP BRUTALLY ATTACKED & LEFT TO DIE
There were several gashes, tears, wounds ripped wide open, ear
ripped off – all were injuries that he suffered for at least 10 days.
If you haven’t met or heard about Vinnie Van Gogh, let us introduce you and take you on a journey that will first bring sorrow
into your heart, but within a few minutes, take you to the height
of hope and joy.
On January 29, 2014, a pit bull pup, about 4 months old, was
brought to the AHS Newark facility with horrific injuries and
wounds that are too graphic to be shown here. He’d allegedly
been found in a cardboard box at the edge of a nearby park. His
wounds were estimated to be about 10 days old, so it is not
known how long he endured the pain, sub-zero temperatures, &
the lack of compassion – but we do know one thing. His wagging
tail greeted us each time we approached.
Chief Veterinarian Dr. Laney Baris visits with
Van Gogh several times a day & monitors
his daily progress.
“Vinnie” Van Gogh was taken out
regularly to enjoy fresh air & a new
chance at life.
He was immediately brought to the AHS Medical Dept. where he
was given analgesics for the massive injuries that he had suffered
over his entire body – one ear had been ripped off and one leg
was so swollen, cold and dead, there was consideration of amputating the leg if/when he survived. Dr. Rhonda Sessons, veterinarian at the AHS Newark facility, stitched & closed up all of his
wounds. Not only had this puppy been brutalized, but he was
allowed to languish before he ever came through our doors. And
yet, through it all, his tail continued to wag. We named him Van
Gogh.
Each morning upon arrival, staff was in disbelief to see that he
survived the night. After several days at the AHS Newark Medical
Dept., he was wrapped up in blankets & put into a car to be taken
to Popcorn Park where another veterinarian was waiting to meet
him. All during his ride, Van Gogh’s tail continued to gently wag.
Above: A pensive pit bull who has been through hell now rests contentedly while he enjoys
the comforts of companionship with a steady stream of staff and visitors. Vinnie is on pain
medication to alleviate the pain of two broken hips. That he has survived … and that he
remains a trusting & loving dog is
truly a miracle.
His resilience & inner strength during the cleaning of his wounds,
pain killers, and massages to his legs was amazing. New tissue
growth had begun on a daily basis but all of his caretakers knew it was going
to be a long and difficult process. Much of his body had been torn to shreds.
Every day, many Society staffers stopped by to say hello to Vinnie, often shaking their heads in amazement as Vinnie’s tail continued to wag.
He was set up in one of the large Administrative Offices – almost like a giant
playpen. He held court every day and waited for his meals and assisted walks;
he was even bundled up and put in a stroller for “walks” around the facility, yet
his wounds remained very serious. When the day came to remove his stitches,
cheers were heard throughout the offices. Amazingly, the swollen, cold leg started to see blood circulation; amputation was not necessary. We think his tail
wagged a little harder that day.
Every day since his arrival at Popcorn Park, Van Gogh, aka Vinnie, has garnered
thousands of well-wishers & fans on the Associated Humane Popcorn Park
Shelter Facebook page. Daily updates were included as well as You Tube videos
by our talented staff. They have also been posted on our www.ahscares.org website. Cards and e-mails have poured in from around the world to wish Vinnie a
full and speedy recovery.
Van Gogh’s, (and our), Chief Veterinarian, Dr. Laney Baris had become concerned about the cumbersome manner in which he had to get up from a prone
position. A new round of X-rays showed an abnormality to both hips. An
appointment was made with an orthopedic surgeon at North Star VETS in
Robbinsville, NJ. They advised that Vinnie had suffered two broken hips. After
feeling confident
that
he
was
steadily progressing, we were horrified to hear of
this latest setback.
Vinnie is currently
on pain medication and wears a
special sock for a front elbow to help it heal more quickly. He will now
need to undergo two separate surgeries for his broken hips. Through
weeks of intensive treatment to repair his horrendous wounds, he will still
need more medical care. Yet despite it all, his tail continues to wag.
You can follow Vinnie’s past & present progress on www.ahscares.org or
go to Associated Humane Popcorn Park Shelter Facebook. It is an amazing story … and Vinnie is the absolute testament to a forgiving Pit Bull
Terrier with the will to live.
Please make a contribution to our Res-Q Fund for the continued medical
care of Vinnie Van Gogh; we want to keep that tail wagging!
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CATS & KITTENS
Two adult cats and several kittens were
stuffed into a box and sealed shut with duct
tape. Someone left them on the side of the
road in the middle of summer. Luckily, they
were discovered quickly before they died
from the heat. The kittens were about 8
weeks old and most have been adopted. Kiwi
& Olive have grown up before our eyes and
are teenagers now. The sweet sisters would
love to belong in a loving family home. File
22779-SF and File 22783-SF (Forked River).
Queen came to us in August when her owner
could no longer afford to keep the cat. She is
about 3 ½ years old and 6 months is long enough
to wait for love! It’s her turn to get some royal
treatment. File 120058-SF (Newark).
Meet Peaches …. and Patches – two sweet sisters who would love to meet
you! Due to a death in the family, the 11 year olds were brought to the
Society for adoption to a new family. As much as we have been caring &
attentive to the frightened felines, they hate it here! They are dealing with a
mid-life crisis and a change in their home environment and loved ones. The
pussycat pair is sticking together like glue as they have no one else in the
world to love them. We have started our search to help Peaches & Patches
find the purrrfect home. File 23111-SF & File 23112-SF (Forked River).
This hopeful guy is one of the hundreds of
nameless cats who have had very little in the
way of kindness, love or attention. He must
have been someone’s kitty – but for whatever
reason, he was homeless by the time he came
to us. We call him Dennis …. and you can call
him yours. File 121827-M (Newark).
Found as a stray, this
mature maiden needed timely medical
care due to extreme
dental disease. It
necessitated some
teeth extractions but
she's been a trooper
through it all. It is
important that you
keep tabs on your pet's dental health; dental disease can affect appetite, infections that require antibiotics & this can also affect your pet's heart. We call her
Eliza and she is doing just great! Now all she needs is a comfy lap. File 23208-F
(Forked River).
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When his owner fell on rough times, the
only possessions he had were two lovely
cats which our ACO brought in for a new
road to happiness. His older sister,
Maddison, has gone to a great new family
…. and that leaves Mischief to find a feline
fancier. File 77721-M (Tinton Falls).
Poor Penny was
uprooted from the
only home she had
ever known due to
allergies & is wondering what she did to
deserve it, but she is
settling in and making
friends again. Penny
was quite shy at first
but she is starting to
relax now, and is quite mellow and friendly when she gets to
know you. Penny gets along fine with other cats and lived with a
dog, and would love a nice, quiet home with a warm lap to curl
up in. She is front declawed and is such a sweetheart ..... please
give this beautiful lady the wonderful home that she deserves.
File#23237-SF (Forked River).
Join!
the
If you haven’t yet been to Popcorn Park, come down and visit! Our unique sanctuary caters to wildlife, farm animals, exotics and birds that have been abused,
abandoned, exploited, injured, handicapped, etc. The park is open daily from 11
a.m. until 5 p.m. On Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year’s Day, Popcorn Park closes at 2 p.m. so that staff can be with their families. Our current admission fee is
$5 for adults, and $4 for children under 12 and senior citizens.
If you would like to support one of our residents, the donation cost is only $4.00
a month, for which you will receive a color photo of your animal and an update
every 4 months, (which includes a holiday card), a membership card, plus free
admission to Popcorn Park with presentation of your card. For a copy of the
Popcorn Park Wildlife Club booklet to help you choose the animal you wish to
sponsor, order on Page 21.
You can also sponsor Popcorn Park residents on our website at www.ahscares.org
and click on Wildlife Club.There is no required time limit – you can sponsor for as
long as you’d like. Any donated funds that exceed the care given for a particular
animal will be applied to the care of other Popcorn Park residents.
Juliette also “winters-over” indoors and has a cozy spot inside the
camel barn, but once Spring arrives, she’s moved to the monkey
house with indoor/outdoor accomodations and plenty of space to
climb. Despite the fact that she’s missing one arm, she is very agile
and gets around
just fine. Juliette
came to us after
her owner passed
away and no home
could be found for
the tiny, handicapped squirrel
monkey. Happily,
she’s made plenty
of friends here.
Perhaps you could
be one of them!
She loves new
sponsors!
POPCORN PARK
WILDLIFE CLUB
It’s Spring! and that means some of our animals who
are either kept inside for the winter, or just prefer to be
inside most of the winter, are stretching their legs and
enjoying some long-awaited sunshine!
Maximus is an Aldabra tortoise, weighing in at 400 pounds. He was once
kept illegally by a NJ resident, along with three smaller Aldabras, in an
undersized area and had no veterinary care. At the request of Fish and
Wildlife Services, Popcorn Park picked the foursome up and brought them
here. All four were found to have upper respiratory infections; two had
large circular wounds in their shells. Maximus had a fiberglass patch on the
wound which was additionally painful. Once healthy, the three smaller tortoises headed down to Cape May Zoo, but Max, who had developed a
friendship with Popcorn Park Manager, John Bergmann, stayed. After several
rounds of antibiotics, Max’s wound started to heal and our veterinarians
were able to remove the fiberglass patch and saw new shell and bone
growth, a great sign. With Spring finally here, he’s out and about in the warm
weather - why not say hello to Max and be his sponsor!
Paco is one of several macaws who
lives in the nice, toasty camel barn all
winter. When the weather starts to
warm up, the garage door is opened
and his extra large cage is rolled forward. Here he can sunbathe to his
heart’s delight and enjoys the more
tropical temperatures. If there’s very
light rain, he might be moved further
outside to enjoy a misting. Paco was
given up because he was too noisy,
i.e., just being a macaw. In his new life,
he’s more content ... and quiet! Can
he find a warm spot in your heart?
PARK WILDLIFE CLUB
POPCORN
Shawmut is an
unusual looking
animal sometimes known as
a “bearcat” but she is neither bear nor cat. She is a Binturong and a
member of the vivverid family. She was originally purchased by an individual
who wanted her to keep another Binturong company that he had rescued
after Hurricane Katrina. When he found he was unable to properly care for
them, he contacted us. In the winter, Shawmut is an indoorsy girl, and spends
her time in the monkey house. Once the weather breaks, she’s outside
running and climbing and thoroughly enjoying the warmer temperatures,
more like her home in southeast Asia. Can you give our girl a warm spring
welcome and sponsor her?
APRIL 2014
Name of animal(s) sponsored: __________________,
________________, __________________. _________________
NAME __________________________________________________
ADDRESS _______________________________________________
CITY, STATE, ZIP _________________________________________
# OF ANIMALS _______ X $4.00 each = TOTAL $ ____________
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NEWARK
DOGS
Meet Kinkho, a 7 year old Puggle, who
was released because the dog swallowed a
pacifier. The AHS Medical Dept. performed
surgery & now Kinkho is looking for a
brighter future. Would you share your
love with Kinkho? File 123102-M.
Meet this young stocky pup we call
Gordy. Even at the tender age of about
8 months, he has good leash manners &
knows how to sit for a reward. He
doesn’t know what a toy is ... or a
rawhide … & he shared his food dish
without issue. A little training … & he
can be quite a treasure! He is fabulously
behaved with dogs of all sizes … and
cats, too! He’s waiting for his chance at
a family to love … & that could be your
family. Wow! What a fabulous find at an
inner city shelter! File 122777-M.
Meet Grant,
an energetic
fella who loves
to engage in a
round of tug.
More than a
round of tug,
he enjoys
being held and
petted. He still
acts puppy-ish
so would benefit from an obedience class. And you would benefit if you had
love, laughter & running laps with a companion. File 120213-NM.
It would appear
that the world we
live in is overrun
with Miniature
Pinschers. We have
adults & puppies at
our shelters, several of which were
strays. This lady is
about 4 years old
…. no tag … no microchip …. she must have belonged to
someone. But they never showed up. File 123003-F.
124 Evergreen Ave.
Just off Rt. 1 & 9 near Newark International Airport
April 2014
His owner turned in 5 year old Gordo
because he was “getting old”. Gordo is a
happy guy who is very playful & LOVED
the toys & will share them. He also shares
his treats & food dish like a pro. This
sweet wiggle butt would fit nicely into a
solo pet household. With all the love he
has to offer, what else would you really
need? File 122703-M
Poor gent walked into a fitness center looking
to get clean & trimmed. He was a filthy matted mess & was treated to a bath, blow dry &
comb out. I’m still ready for fitness so if you
enjoy walks, hikes or just spending quiet time
enjoying nature, count me in! File 123113-M.
AT NEWARK
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Abby is a young
Shih Tzu mix
who was found
on a highly traveled street. She was badly matted & the AHS groomer
gave her a spa day. Thankfully, she was saved but it has left
her with a broken heart & somewhat distrustful of
humans. She needs a loving & supportive owner – something she hasn’t had. File 123184-F.
This happy boy came in injured …. & he was
available for adoption. But no one showed
up to meet Jacob. So this gent who wears a
smile on his face and a smile in his heart
waits to put a smile on your face.
File 121405-M.
NEWARK
DOGS
Perhaps the owner just got home from work & let her
dog out to relieve herself. Doesn’t work ….. they don’t
always come back. The young frightened female has waited, and we’ve given up hope that an owner would start
to search. She would love to find a loving & lasting home
to go to. File 123190-F.
The animal lover brought in this
Staffordshire Bull Terrier pup. Due to the
pup’s health issues, they couldn’t afford
him. Taking on the responsibility of a pet is
a costly endeavor – even if it is healthy!
Maxx is doing fine now and would love to
have a happy ending to his stay at AHS! File
123119-M.
Che is an awesome 2 year old Cane Corso who is a
favorite at the AHS. Sadly, the 2 year old lad has
some issues including epilepsy & his owner can no
longer afford to keep him. The big boy walks well on
a leash & when a female pittie was introduced, he
reacted beautifully by going into a play bow.He sits
on command, is well mannered, quiet & laid back. He
has no issues with sharing food or toys …. he doesn’t even know what a toy is. File 122945-M.
Nikki is
just a pup
& was
found as a
stray late
one
evening. It
didn’t take
too long for someone to adopt her. But the spayed lady
was too energetic for the likes of the adopter. At 6
months, she is puppy-ish & needs a basic amount of
puppy training. If you are active, full of life & enjoy brisk
walks or devote some playtime in your fenced-in yard,
come & meet Nikki. File 123104-SF
This pretty lass
was found as a
stray … and a
month is a long
time to wait for
an owner who
never showed up.
She didn’t have a
license and there
was no
microchip. What
is wrong with this
picture? If she had either or both, she would be back at
home right now. Is your pet microchipped? File 122814-F.
This cute fox terrier female has found its way to
the AHS after being allowed to stray. No one
came looking. They had made a promise to love &
keep their pet forever …. but a promise was broken and so is her heart. Won’t you give her “a
new leash on life”. File 123258-F.-
A sweet, recently groomed Schnauzer was
found as a stray without any identification or
microchip. The handsome fella is housebroken, well mannered and waiting to find a
great new home. File 123128-M.
A Society Animal Control Officer en route to
another call saw this dog running around with no
place to go. He’s an older, mature Maltese mix who
has been waiting for his owner to come in and
claim him. In the sub-freezing weather, he would
surely have died. It’s been several weeks without
being reunited and the sweet Maltese mix needs a
helping hand and a companion. File 122887-M.
Adoption Center Open Daily - Noon to 5:00 p.m.
Phone: (973) 824-7080 E-Mail: [email protected]
View More Orphans at http://ahsnewark.petfinder.org
or “Like” us at Newark Associated Humane on Facebook
www.ahscares.org
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Happy
Endings
AGING BASSET HOUND WILL ENJOY
SUNSET YEARS WITH JACKSON OWNER
A very sweet &
loving senior
enjoys a visit
with Santa
Claus
He is an aging Bassett Hound and we can’t imagine how he happened to be walking along a very
busy road near the Society’s Forked River facility.
A good Samaritan found him and brought the
dog to us. He had a microchip that we could
trace … Our first clue…. we contacted a puppy
mill who referred us to a pet shop in
Middletown. The pet shop went out of business,
but referred us to another pet shop. That one
advised that they “were going to find previous
owner”. We never heard from them again. So the
AHS office staff contacted the Police Departments
and Ocean County shelter in the event someone
was looking for their dog. Sadly, no one was
looking for their dog with badly infected ears. He was given lots of medical care and lots of love and
we named him Archie. He has found “a new leash on life” with Samantha Mazzeo of Jackson and this
past Christmas was a wonderful day in the life of Archie!
The elderly Bassett Hound had a microchip … but it was never registered
PHOTOS SUPPLIED
MINI PIN PAIR FIND LIFETIME OF
LOVE IN BURLINGTON, NJ
JACK’S YEAR-LONG WAIT ENDS WITH FABULOUS
OWNER & ANOTHER SOCIETY ALUMNUS
Right: This orphaned stray waited for a year
to find happiness. Below: Jack found that
happiness in the arms of Bill Pruchnik of
Toms River.
Two sweet pups who had been abandoned with ringworm were
adopted together. Happily, this little family came and stayed
together thanks to Elisa Diamanti of Burlington.
Two Miniature Pinscher pups and their mother were abandoned
in a Newark resident’s yard. The Society rescued the adorable
family and after the stray holding period, they were sent to the
Forked River facility. They must have had a home but were abandoned with upper respiratory infections and ringworm. Although
they weren’t feeling well, it didn’t dampen their spirits. After
being treated for several weeks for ringworm, they were given a
clean bill of health and then placed for adoption. To our staff
and to visitors, they were known as Mary and Jane. Just like
potato chips …. you can’t have just one! So Mary and Jane were
both adopted to Elisa Diamanti of Burlington, NJ. They are now
known as Remi and Roxy and enjoy a fantastic life as they
remain together! The Society’s Res-Q Fund (www.ahscares.org)
has been of tremendous help with such long-term treatments of
ringworm as well as sickness and injuries.
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April 2014
Jack was just a pup when he was rescued
as a stray…. but he stayed with us for a
year! Thankfully, the handsome boy
caught the eye of William Pruchnik of
Toms River. They were so impressed with
this fella and sent us pics of his new
happy home life where he now weighs 53
pounds. According to Bill, Jack will not go
out without his adopted sister, an
American Bulldog/Jack Russell Terrier mixture (and another adoption at Tinton
Falls). Jack loves to swim in their inground pool & will bark to let his owner
know he wants to swim. When given permission, Jack will spend hours in the pool
taking power naps in between. Jack also
uses the diving board and will go all the
way to the bottom of the
pool to retrieve a toy.
Perhaps they should call
him Jacques (Cousteau) and
he is a joy to the family!
Jack also loves his toys &
going for walks. He had
spent many days and many
nights living a lonely life in
a kennel waiting for adoption. It took a very long
time for Jack to find happiness and he has made himself endearing to his new
family.
PHOTOS SUPPLIED
On a frigid day in December 2013, 17-year-old Dean was coming from a baseball
game with his father when he spotted a dog sitting alone on a vast, empty hill
along the Garden State Parkway near Irvington. When he got home to New
Providence he begged his mother, Katie, to drive back to the spot and pick up the
dog. The family had lost their dog the previous year, and Katie had a sudden
thought: she was ready for a new dog. Mother and son jumped into the car, and
with the help of a GPS-enabled phone and an animal-loving toll taker, were finally
able to locate the dog. Katie and Dean cautiously approached. The dog - who would
come to be known as Bear- was about a year old, skeletal and shivering, with what
appeared to be broken bones and some paralysis. He was also terrified. Katie called
AHS on her cell phone.
AHS had already received several calls about the abandoned dog. When an employee arrived, Katie offered Bear a biscuit. He reluctantly accepted the treat, then quietly spit it out when he thought Katie wasn’t looking. She was smitten.
Bear spent a full month in Newark being nursed back to life. In addition to his
extensive injuries he was dehydrated and malnourished. Katie called every day to
check on his progress. In late January, she got a call that Bear was well enough to be
adopted.
A year later, Katie walks through the woods near her home as Bear bounds joyfully
ahead. There’s no sign of the terrified dog that shivered alongside the Garden State
Parkway. Bear’s coat is sleek and his eyes
sparkle. Katie is grateful to AHS. “We paid
a $300 adoption fee. That’s it. They
picked up what must have been thousands in medical costs … We couldn’t
have afforded that.”
As Bear stops to be patted, Katie marvels
at the “strange, serendipitous events” that
brought him into her family’s life. This
abandoned pit bull/Rottweiler mix is the
gentlest creature there ever was, she says.
“He is everything.”
By Sarah Sangree
Happy
Endings
ALONE ON HILL OVERLOOKING PKWY
… SPOTTED BY TEEN ANIMAL LOVER
PHOTOS SUPPLIED
A lone dog sat on a hill overlooking the Garden State Parkway. A
concerned teen spotted the dog, returned home to Mom & the twosome contacted AHS to help with the rescue.
LIFE ONCE DIM FOR RESCUED, NEGLECTED BULLDOG –
NOW IN BRIGHT LIGHTS OFF-BROADWAY!
Top: Waiting for his curtain call. Below: When he
arrived, he had untreated cherry eyes that hampered
his vision.
The stage lights dim … the curtain rises ...
and the spotlight shines on Romeo … once
known as Escobar.
He lived a miserably degraded existence as a
junkyard dog – he was sick, had kennel
cough, two cherry eyes that hampered his
vision; a grimy dog that had been neglected
& ignored. But with all of the mistreatment
and negligence he experienced in his 3 years,
it never dampened his enthusiasm and love
for humans.
At the same time, long-time friend and AHS
supporter, Bill Berloni of William Berloni
Theatrical Animals in New York City was
searching for an English Bulldog. Bill visited
the Society’s Newark facility & immediately
fell in love with this wonderful guy. Escobar
was given all necessary medical care and surgery for the cherry eyes … and then it was
off to Bill’s home where he met plenty of
other dogs, farm animals and a llama.
His SAG, (Screen Actors’ Guild), card now
reads Romeo! Last summer, he made his professional debut in LEGALLY BLONDE.
Romeo is making his New York Off-Broadway
PHOTOS: Courtesy of William Berloni Theatrical Animals
debut at the Linda Gross Theater at 336 West
20th St. in a revival of a musical called THREE PENNY OPERA, presented by the Atlantic Theater
Company. According to Bill, Romeo has some very funny bits in it. The play will run until May
4th. AHS has been credited in Romeo’s bio in which his character “Rufus” thanks director Martha
Clarke for giving him his first serious role. You can check out the Atlantic Theater website at
http://atlantictheater.org/playevents/the-threepenny-opera-mar-apr-2014/romeo/
The finale to this special story is that each wonderful dog with a beautiful soul that arrives should
become center stage in someone’s life as Romeo has in Bill’s.
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FORKED RIVER
DOGS
It’s a family
affair – 7 year
old Pisces &
her brother, 3
year old
Bobby, were brought to AHS because the owner said the
apartment was “too small”. The bonded pair are happy
together wherever they are. If you have room in your heart
and your home, Pisces & Bobby will bring love & companionship to you. File 23267-M & File 23268-F.
After 8 years with his owner, Fluff the
Pomeranian was surrendered to the Society.
The owner was moving & Fluff was not invited
to come along. The happy-go-lucky fella is an
eternal optimist …. and is waiting for you to
sign a lifetime commitment. File 23292-NM.
This 3 year old doggy duo are
brother/sister whose owner could
no longer care for them. The
extremely friendly pair will stand on
their hind legs after meeting you to
give you a gentle hug. The wellbehaved pair are incredibly bonded
& will whine for each other when
they are apart. File 23095-NM &
File 23096-SF
There wasn’t much southern
hospitality where he comes
from & so Benny was transferred from Georgia to a shelter that would love & respect
him. As you can see, he looks
up to us with lots of love &
devotion. File 23324-M.
The Society was contacted by a representative on
behalf of the Camden
County Animal Shelter
since their kennel is
packed. A needy pair of
senior Dobermans
seemed to require immediate attention. Apollo &
Armetis are 7 year old
Dobes that were terribly
neglected & lived their
life as yard dogs. They
also contracted Lyme’s
Disease which needs to be addressed. Since Apollo is somewhat dominant over Armetis, adopting to separate homes may be an option. File
23352-F & File 23353-NM.
This adorable mixture of Shih Tzu and
Pekingese is only a year old and given
up by her owner. Fi Fi was fine with her
owner …. but the lease said no pets
allowed. So they brought this sweetheart to AHS. Fi Fi has many, many
years to enjoy life and bring enjoyment
to yours. File 23249-F.
AT FORKED RIVER
Humane Way at Lacey Road - Open Daily - Noon to 5:00 p.m.
Phone (609) 693-1900 E-mail: [email protected]
Exit 74 off Parkway: Turn left & go 7 miles. Make right on Humane Way
View more Orphans at http://ahsforkedriver.petfinder.org
or “Like” us - Associated Humane Popcorn Park Shelter on Facebook
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April 2014
Gold Rings is a hopeful
fella who has been
starved for love and
kindness. The County
Animal Control
Services sent Gold
Rings to AHS. He would
love to share his heart
with someone who will
treat him with respect
and devotion … and he
will do the same. File
23326-M.
A one year-old
Whippet was surrendered when
the owner advised
that they did not
have the funds to
care for the dog.
The energetic lass
named Summer
gets along well
with other animals. Won’t you
give her a “new
leash on life”. File
23306-F.
TINTON FALLS
DOGS
Spud is a 4 year old Bull Terrier who was quite
upset at being homeless. He has since adjusted
rather quickly & looks forward to walks & visits
from staff & volunteers. He was not microchipped, nor did he have a license or i.d. tag
when he arrived. Won’t you come meet and
greet Spud? File 77848-NM.
Pint-sized pup Carolina was given up
because her owner could not have her at
his new home. She’s housebroken, good
with people & kids, & knows basic commands. Carolina loves people & has lots of
great qualities. She will sit, give paw, kisses
& is a great addition to a loving family. File
78036-SF.
Luuucy … I’m home … but no one was
there. Desi the Jack Russell Terrier mix
came to the Society in the evening as a
stray. Lucy hasn’t claimed her & now she
is hoping for “a new leash on life”. File
77756-SF.
The dutiful son came back home to live
with his mother but she didn’t want to
take on his bringing home a girl …. even
if it was a dog. So Lil Girl is hoping to
find a loving home to be a companion by
your side. File 77948-F.
Meet Papi Chulo, a
handsome 4 year
old fella who has
been waiting for
over a month.
When he was given
from one family
member to another,
he wasn’t happy –
and neither were
they. So Papi came
to the Society
where we have not
witnessed any bad
behavior. At his previous home, he decided he didn’t like kids. Papi also prefers
to get along without other dogs. He loves riding in the car,
was adorable at Adoption Days …. but still no takers. Papi
Chulo still waits ... File 77861-NM.
A Howell Township
resident “saved” this
dog from a rescue –
and then adopted it
out as a “rescue”
herself – only to
have it returned to
her because the
Husky mix did not
like cats … We don’t
know which part of
the story is true ….
but he loves our staff
and it is our intention to find Libra a loving home where he will not be
in a revolving door situation. File 77952-NM.
The road to hell is paved with
good intentions ….and life for
Pedro was not heavenly. The 3
year old fella was owned by an
Ocean County resident. When
we contacted her, she advised
she gave it away …. and that
person gave it away to another
person. When we got him, he
was found in Bradley Beach as
a stray. Pedro doesn’t deserve
to be in a revolving door. How
much trust can a dog place
with humans who betray them? File 77425-NM.
AT TINTON FALLS
If you are not sure whether to adopt a Pug
… or an English Bulldog, there is a little bit
of both in Bella. Due to the owner having
back surgery, she had to give up Bella, a 1-½
year old mixture. A search is on for a lifetime home without young children or small
dogs. File 77934-SF.
2960 Shafto Road, on Route 547 - Open Daily - Noon to 5:00 p.m.
Phone (732) 922-0100 Fax: (732) 922-4032 E-Mail: [email protected]
2 Miles from Rt. 33-34 Circle, Parkway Exit 102 (So.) Parkway Exit 100B (North)
View More Orphans at http://ahstintonfalls.petfinder.org or “Like” us - Friends of
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In Memory of Princess
Princess was the pigskin picking prognosticator
extraordinaire, known around the nation and the
world for her ability to select winning football
teams, particularly in the Super Bowl.
Time has a way of robbing our strength, especially
as our animals grow older and aging takes away
their ability to enjoy their lives. It was with
tremendous sorrow and many, many tears that we
at Popcorn Park helped our sweet, wonderful
camel Princess cross the rainbow bridge on
January 14th at the age of 27. She rejoined her
sister Baby in a place where she can once again
walk and live without pain and discomfort brought
on by old age. She went peacefully surrounded by
the absolute love in the company of those whose
lives were so blessed with her presence.
A day of reverence and loving tributes took place
on February 2nd – on Super Bowl Sunday. No
other day would have been more fitting to pay tribute to Princess.
For those of you who visited, called, e-mailed, gave thoughtful prayers or in some way
responded to our sadness and loss, we thank you. We have gathered many pictures and
memories of Princess’ life at Popcorn Park and more in a 32 page booklet. A powerfully
moving 12 minute slide show of Princess and her history have been made into DVDs. The
memorial booklet & DVD are available together as a package at a cost of $20. If you would
like additional copies, the booklet is $5 and the DVD is $15. Includes postage & handling.
Your donation will also include the original memorial pamphlet, a photo of Princess and a
poem made especially for her.
AHS ADOPTION DAY AT MIKE’S FEED FARM IN RIVERDALE, NJ
Thanks to the efforts of Pamela Berkovits of Fly-Away-Home Rescue of Palisades Park, AHS orphans
had a great day at Meet ‘N Greet Adoption Day! A very special thank you goes to Mike’s Feed
Farm & Pet Store on Hamburg Tpk. in Riverdale, NJ who opened their doors to the dogs and volunteer handlers. Visitors and customers were amazed at the excellent disposition of the dogs who
had good manners & were wonderful with everyone – kids, dogs, people. The dogs are true
ambassadors for the breed. Our thanks to Pam, all of the volunteers and to Mike’s Feed Farm in
Riverdale for their generosity in allowing our homeless orphans to have hope for the chance at a
new beginning.
PHOTO COURTESY: STACEY GAMMON PET PHOTOGRAPHY
Apollo, File # 118670
Mandy Zucarelli and Stanley, File # 117850
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April 2014
Tomasz Grodzki and Apollo
Kelli Delia (from Mike's Feed Farm) and Tigger who is
currently being fostered at Fly-Away-Home Rescue.
NEWS FROM NEW YORK
NEW YORK STATE
New York State Attorney General Eric
Schneiderman's Organized Crime Task Force
began monitoring basements in Queens & Brooklyn. Arrests were made
of about 70 people & the bust involved seizing 3,000 cockfighting
birds. All men were let go except for 6 men who brought roosters to
the show. Simultaneously, authorities busted a cockfight in the basement of a pet shop on Central Ave. in Brooklyn. Investigators also raided a 90 acre farm in upstate Plattekill where the thousands of birds
were recovered. Farm Manager, Manuel Cruz, 60, & Jesus Cruz, 37,
were arrested. Involved in the raid with the Task Force were State Police,
Dept. of Homeland Security, & the ASPCA. The ASPCA confiscated a
total of 115 birds at two sites.
NEW YORK STATE
Gov. Andrew Cuomo has signed a new law authorizing municipalities
across the state to set tighter regulations on pet dealers. Local ordinances must be at least as stringent as state law & must not result in
banning sales of dogs & cats raised safely. Enforcement will be up to
the municipality that enacts the more restrictive measure. The NY Dept.
of Agriculture & Markets will still enforce state laws for animal care by
dealers.
NEW YORK CITY
On Feb. 16th, a pit bull terrier was killed as a result of sidewalk voltage.
The NY Council of Dog Owner Groups noted that there are numerous
reports of owners & their dogs being shocked from this. The predicted
warm weather combined with street flooding are likely to trigger more
incidents. The group advised against walking over ConEdison manhole
covers and grates or near its repair sites. Stray voltage has caused temporary closures along 6th Ave. in Manhattan.
NEW YORK CITY
On Feb. 4th, the NY City Council voted unanimously to override former
Mayor Bloomberg’s veto & create a city-wide animal abuser registry
across the five boroughs. The registry will compile the names of convicted animal abusers & prohibit them from having any contact with
animals for a minimum of 5 years. Shelters, pet shops & other entities
in NYC will also be required to consult the registry before adopting out
or selling an animal to anyone & forbidden from transferring an animal
to anyone on the list.
DURHAM
After an anonymous phone call, the Greene County Sheriff’s Office and
the Columbia-Green Humane Society responded to two separate locations and removed 39 dogs, puppies and a cat. Dawn Verdeschi was
taken into custody and according to reports, she was breeding and selling the dogs. Many of them were skinny. The animals are at the local
humane society. No court date has been published as of this date.
SOUTHOLD/EASTERN LONG ISLAND
After a court challenge by animal welfare advocates, the plan to kill
about 10% of the 30,000 white tailed deer by sharpshooters has been
scaled back. The proposal by the U. S. Dept. of Agriculture’s Widlife
Services Division & the Long Island Farm Bureau has been downgraded
to 1,000 deer.
NEW YORK STATE
NY State conservation officials are calling for NYers to clean their bird
feeders. Last year at this time, the conservation officials confirmed bacterial infections in common redpoll birds that frequent feeders across
13 counties. Emptying & cleaning feeders & birdbaths with hot soapy
water at least every 2 weeks will help prevent salmonella infections particularly in late winter when songbirds are especially vulnerable. The
outbreaks can also affect cardinals, goldfinches, sparrows, cowbirds &
pine siskins. The bacteria is spread through birds’ feces, contaminated
seed & seed waste. It can afflict domestic animals & people. Cleaning
with hot soapy water will eliminate the threat.
FEDERAL LEGISLATION
Pres. Obama signed into law legislation sponsored
by U. S. Representative Toma Marine (PA-10) that
will make it a federal offense to attend an organized animal fight and will impose additional penalties for taking minors to such events. The bipartisan legislation faced significant opposition in the
House Agriculture Committee. Despite opposition, Marino’s bill was included in the Federal Agriculture Reform & Risk Management Act by an amendment added to the bill during committee mark-up. Enactment of Marino’s
provision will amend the Animal Welfare Act to prohibit any person from
knowingly attending – or causing a minor to attend – an animal fighting
venture. Offenders will be subject to fines & potential imprisonment.
The Humane Cosmetics Act would ban animal testing after a one-year
phase-in & followed by a three-year phase-in period for a ban on the sale
of animal tested cosmetics. The bill is sponsored by
U. S. Representative Jim Moran (D-VA).
Pet Food Recall
Pro-Pet LLC of St. Marys, Ohio has announced it is recalling three brands of
dog and cat foods due to possible contamination with Salmonella bacteria.
The three brands include: Hubbard Life, Joy Combo and QC Plus. The products were distributed through select stores, distributors and on-line retailers
in almost 30 states including New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania. For
more information, customers can contact the Pro-Pet customer service line
at 888-765-4190 Weekdays 8 am – 5 pm CT or go to
http://www.fda.gov/petfoodcomplaints
PMI Nutrition, LLC of Arden Hills, MN has initiated a voluntary recall for
possible Salmonella contamination of its 20 lb. bags of Red Flannel Cat
Formula cat food. The food was manufactured by a third party manufacturer for PMI and sold through dealers to customers distributed in over 24
states including New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania. For more information call the customer service line for PMI products at 1-800-332-4738
weekdays from 8 am to 4:30 pm CST.
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9 ABANDONED BUNNIES RESCUED BY
AHS HOURS BEFORE SNOWSTORM
HUMANE
STATEN ISLAND, NY STUDENTS HELP
RAISE FUNDS FOR SOCIETY ORPHANS
Blizzzard and Tsume
PHOTO SUPPLIED
Christina Sciarrillo of Staten Island, NY adopted Chardonnay, one of several Schnorkie-poos that the Society rescued from a home in South
Jersey. Christine started working with a kindergarten class through the
YMCA after school program at a school in Staten Island. It was a great
opportunity to teach them and other kids in the after-school program
the importance of loving & caring for animals. They were taught the
value of proper care, how important it is to love animals, about animal
abuse & the impact of adopting an animal from a shelter rather than a
pet store. Christina went on to explain why donations are needed for
such efforts. With the help of others, they held a 1mile walk to raise
money and awareness. They asked for $1 from students to take part in
the walk. The 4th and 5th grade students put together lemonade stands
to raise even more money – and they donated the entire proceeds! A
total of $400 was donated to the Society’s Res-Q Fund. At the end of the
cycle, the parents of the after-school kids were able to come in and learn
about Popcorn Park and other information about animals, donating, rescuing, adopting. The kindergartners were so proud of what they accomplished and it will be something they’ll always remember. Our thanks to
Christina and to all who were involved!
PHOTO: iSTOCK PHOTO
OUR VOTE FOR EASTER BUNNIES &
CHICKS IS CHOCOLATE!
It was the day before the first snowstorm when an Ocean County homeowner moved and left 9 bunnies outside without shelter, food or water. The
bunnies were huddled together in the cold & had been fed by neighbors,
but with predicted temperatures in the single digits, the Society sent our
Animal Control Officer to the scene, loaded them carefully into carriers and
brought them to Popcorn Park. All
bunnies were in good health and
rescued just in time! Many of the
New Zealand and Polish bunnies
are friendly & love attention. They
will curl up in your lap and cuddle
with you. Most have been spayed
& neutered and are ready to be
adopted into homes for their lifetime. They are adults and not as
fragile as those waiting for sale at
pet stores. Yuki
Siguri, at left, and Ice, above.
BIRTHDAY GIRL COLLECTS PET FOOD IN
MEMORY OF HER DOG
Madeline collected lots of goodies & treats for
Society orphans
in memory of her
dog Rosie.
PHOTO: WIKIPEDIA
Easter is on its way and lots of baby bunnies and chicks will be in pet stores. More
than half of bunnies and chicks die before
the holiday or from poor handling and
diet after Easter. Be humane - go for chocolate!
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When Madeline McClaughan lost her Yorkshire Terrier, she wanted to do
something for other dogs. The young lass collected food at her birthday
to donate to the Associated Humane Societies in memory of her dog
Rosie. Our thanks to Madeline for helping orphan dogs that are in need.
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bookshelf
A Home for Henny by UPC founder
Karen Davis and illustrated by Patricia
Vandenbergh, tells the story of a gradeschool chick-hatching project and a chick,
Henny, who was going to be disposed of
but who finds a happy home at a sanctuary
thanks to a student named Melanie and her
parents.*
Hatching Good Lessons:
Alternatives to School Hatching
Projects
A Teachers Guide to Humane Alternatives to
Chick-Hatching Projects Revised & Updated
by United Poultry Concerns, 2013. 16
pages of information, storytelling, classroom activities & color photos Grades K-6
(some activities are designed for K-12)*
Egg: A Photographic Story of Hatching by Robert
Burton (with photographs by Jane Burton and Kim Taylor)
looks at the egg-hatching process through close-up photographs. The
book follows the first crack in the eggshell to the moment the chick
breaks out of the egg.
* May be ordered through United Poultry Concerns,
http://www.upc-online.org/merchandise/humane_child.html
GET WELL LETTER & DONATION FOR
“VINNIE” VAN GOGH
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HUMANE
ALTERNATIVES TO CRUEL SCHOOL
HATCHING PROJECTS
Before you know it, Spring is just
around the corner … and during
pring, many schools incubate and
hatch baby chicks, ducks & quail.
Sadly, hatching projects are not
humane and do not teach kids positive, responsible treatment of animals.
• Mothers know best: A mother bird
knows how to tend to her eggs and
PHOTO COURTESY: LUIS ROCK
when to turn them; incubators are
lousy substitutes for a mother. Baby chicks & ducks may be born
deformed or sickly with body parts stuck to their shells. Dehydration,
malnutrition & hypothermia go unnoticed. Medical intervention is
usually not provided.
• Not Handled With Care: These babies are quite fragile & need constant warmth & oversight. They are too delicate for eager, young
squeezing hands, even if supervised.
• Trust Issue: Birds imprint & form strong attachments to the first
object they see & receive their food from. They learn to trust people
& have no adult bird to teach them how to be a bird. Once the program is finished, the teacher needs to “get rid of them”.
• Good-Bye & Good Luck – Fast-growing birds who are dependent on
humans must go … but where? Chicks & ducklings brought back to
hatcheries are slaughtered. Many are illegally dumped in parks and
ponds. Here they are killed by predators, cars, or die miserable languishing deaths from thirst, starvation & exposure.
There are free activities, lesson plans & books as alternatives to school
hatching projects. Log on to: http:///.upc-online.org/hatching/alternatives.html and http://www.teachkind.org/humanesci_hatching.asp
MEATLESS MONDAY MOVEMENT IN
COMPTON, CALIFORNIA
PHOTO COURTESY CHOOSEVEG.COM
Pictured above is Mushroom Stroganoff, one of the many delicious veggie
recipes featured on ChooseVeg.com
The following letter just arrived: “To Van Gogh – I hope you get
well. You are really cute puppy. I bet you will get better soon and
play with all the other animals in Popcorn Park. P.S. This is half of
my birthday money. I want you to have it.”
Love, Rachel Jones – Mullica Hill, NJ
Compton Unified School District in California has joined the Meatless
Mondays movement. They will offer exclusively vegetarian meals at
all 35 of its K-12 public schools at the start of every week. Public
Schools in the Los Angeles, San Diego, Baltimore, Detroit, Miami,
Buffalo, Oakland & Albuquerque unified districts have all joined the
Meatless Mondays movement. To learn more about how to help animals, the environment & eat delicious food that is healthy &
humane, log on to ChooseVeg.com
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STACEY GAMMON PET PHOTOGRAHY DONATES
HER TALENT FOR SOCIETY ORPHANS
The AHS Newark facility was
elated to have another visit by
Stacey Gammon, professional
pet photographer from
Northern New Jersey. With
snowy blizzards and freezing
temperatures, Stacey was a real
trooper in getting lots of terrific
photos in order to help our
adoption rate. Our thanks to Stacey for using her tremendous talent to help our
orphans. If you are looking to have a great photo of your pet, consider Stacey.
You can contact her through her website at
http://www.staceygammonpetphotography.com or e-mail her at
[email protected]
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SHIMMY FOR A PAWS BENEFIT HELPS
SOCIETY ORPHANS
Farasha and Suad Dance and Design recently held "Shimmy for a
Paws" to benefit the Associated Humane Societies/Popcorn Park
Shelter. The night consisted of Middle Eastern, fusion & fantasy dance
performances at the Brick Township First Aid & Rescue Squad. They
featured an amazing line-up of performers, troupes and soloists.
There were light refreshments and shopping with favorite vendors,
Farasha & Su'ad Dance & Designs, and Gypsy Caravan Enterprises. A
donation table was set up and guests brought in dog food, cat food,
treats, leashes, and beds and donations were starting to fill the donation jar. It was an entertaining night watching the wonderful dancers
and beautiful costumes. They met the wonderful visitors who came
out to support AHS/Popcorn Park who answered questions, handed
out information and explained AHS community outreach. AHS would
like to thank Farasha and Su'ad for the hard work and energy they
put into putting this event together. At the end of the evening, a car
and truck filled with food & treats were brought to AHS along with
$200 in donations.
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Farasha & Suad Dance & Design held a Middle Eastern night of food,
music, dance & shopping to benefit AHS/Popcorn Park.
NEW JERSEY LEGISLATION
Quick Kill Bill Re-Introduced - Allows
Immediate Euthanasia of Ill, Injured
Impounded Strays
Assembly Bill 798 (Coughlin) has been re-introduced. The bill would amend the law in order
to allow for immediate euthanasia of impounded strays that are found by a veterinarian to be beyond “reasonable”
hope of recovery due to illness, disease, infirmity, impairment or injury.
A vet may decide that the cost of care is “too expensive”; however, the
owner of a missing dog would be willing to pay for cost of care. Also, if
the animal bit someone and it’s discovered after the animal has been
destroyed, will someone have to undergo rabies inoculations? And who
pays? The bill is in the Assembly Agriculture & Natural Resources
Committee: Members include Assemblyman Andrzejaczak, Wilson,
Dancer, Riley and Space.
Gov. Christie Signs Bill Permitting Domestic Animals on
Emergency Transports During Evacuation
Also signed by Gov. Christie was A3445 which permits pet owners to
board public transportation with domesticated animals during emergency evacuation. The Governor’s office recommended some changes
which makes it difficult for most animals to be accepted during an emergency evacuation. However, all passengers with service animals shall be
given priority seating on all means of transportation regulated by this
evacuation.
AROUND THE WORLD
ENGLAND
According to an increase in pet theft, it has been
reported that lookouts for gangs of thieves are
leaving ‘K’ code in crayon or spray paint after
finding valuable dogs. They spot valuable pets in
unsuspecting owners’ gardens. Burglars then take
the animals & sell them in online black market trade. Gangs are stealing
pedigree dogs and selling to unwitting buyers or mutts to be used as
bait in illegal dog fights.
ASIA/PHILIPPINES
According to PETA Asia, an appalling international scheme, in which
child sexual abuse videos were posted on the internet, was recently broken up. The bust came 2 years after PETA Asia caught two people using
young girls to crush animals to death for several disturbing “crush”
videos. The violent films depict the torture, mutilation & killing of animals for sexual gratification. That led to a year long investigation by
PETA Asia in cooperation with the Philippine National Bureau of
Investigation and to the arrest of the alleged creators of the videos,
Dorma and Vicente Ridon who are now in jail. For more information,
log on to http://www.peta.org/blog/peta-asia-busts-pornring/#ixzz2r9smiTuW
S1907 Gov. Christie Signs Bill That Establishes Criminal Penalties for
Killing/Injuring/Interfering With Service Dog
Gov. Chris Christie signed Senate bill 1907 into Law. A-4105/S.1907
known as “Dusty’s Law”. The bill establishes criminal penalties for killing,
maiming or interfering with a service dog. It governs any animal that
attacks, injures or interferes with any kind of service dog including during
training. That includes attacks on an dog, horse or other animal owned or
used by a law enforcement agency, including search & rescue dogs. The
law was crucial because of the imminent danger to a blind person whose
dog is incapacitated or killed. The law was named for Dusty, a German
Shepherd pup being trained as a guide dog who was mauled by a pit bull
in Woodcliff Lake. Dusty, who was 9 months old at the time, lost 4 teeth &
suffered emotional trauma as a guide dog that kept him from continuing
his work with The Seeing Eye program.
Beaver Bill is on Fast Track to Trap & Kill More Beavers
As we reported in the previous issue of the HUMANE NEWS, the Beaver
Bill was on the fast track for the war on wildlife. A2410 (Assemblywoman
Celeste Riley) has been resurrected in the new session. The bill would
remove statutory limit by Division of Fish & Wildlife on beaver trapping
permits. Trapping, compounded by the pain & injury caused by the animal’s struggle or the methods of kill, such as crushing the skull with a garden trowel, (bullets damage the fur), has no ecological, let alone, ethical
jusitification. The bill is in the Assembly’s Agriculture & Natural Resources
Committee: Members include sponsor of the bill, Assemblywoman Celeste
Riley, as well as Assemblyman Andrzejaczak, Wilson, Dancer and Space.
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FINLAND
Due to thousands of road deaths of roaming caribou, the antlers of 20
reindeer have been painted with various fluorescent dyes to see how the
animals react & whether the paints are resistant to the harsh Arctic climate. If it proves successful, they will paint the antlers of about 200,000
reindeer that roam Lapland. Up until recently, reflectors and reflective
tape have proven unsuccessful as they have torn them off. The road
signs warning drivers of roaming reindeer are often stolen by tourists as
souvenirs.
WALES
Dog owners are urged to microchip their dogs ahead of it becoming a
legal requirement in 2015. It becomes a legal requirement for dogs in
England starting April 1, 2016.
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AROUND THE U.S.A.
My uncle Arthur Bland who dedicated his
life to caring for and loving dogs.
Amy Schatz-Uggiano – PA
Ann Lockwood
Robbinsville Twp. PBA, Local 3 – NJ
Norma & Sam Quartello – NJ
With love & respect, Stephanie,
Melanie, Quinn, Micah & Indie – TX
Alice & Vern Condon’s dog, Jake
Roberta A. Shields - NJ
Mark Acciavatti
Carlyn Acciavatti – NJ
Joseph Ptasnik
Katherine Svendsen – NJ
Nona Ptasnik – NJ
Harry & Patricia Vandezilver – NJ
Alma Van DeZilver - NJ
Your beloved pets, Elsa and Arno who
brought so much joy to your lives
Love, Mom – IL
Dewey, beloved Welsh Terrier, who
brought joy & happiness to all who knew
him.
Richard & Barbara Pruyn – PA
Richard Barbosa
Art Barbosa – NJ
Susanna Macaoay – NJ
Cory Dowd – NJ
To my little boy Elvis - You are missed but
never forgotten. Always in my heart. Love,
Mommy
Cindy Feraudo - NJ
Charles Donald Wood
James Cooper – WV
Marjorie Evanson
John & Maureen Rokita – PA
Jill & Richard Smith – NJ
Nancy Lea Fischer
Susan Kerr – NJ
James Bailey
Dorothy Soutner – PA
Warren Emery
Susan Hughes - NJ
James Peirano, Sr.
Jack & Cynthia Pullizzi – NJ
Lois Jeanne DeGaris-Jain – FL
Josephine DeCuesta
Anne & Willard Trevena - NJ
Elizabeth “Liz” Ruga
Jersey Shore PFLAG – NJ
Linda Kay - NJ
Anna Lionetti
Burdick Family Irrevocable Trust – NJ
Kathleen Knauff, for whom all life was
precious
Robert Knauff – NY
Marjorie Evanson
Russell & Nancy Johnson – NJ
Barbara Boyle – PA
Edmund & Jeanne Sage - NJ
Gary Blanchard
Dow Jones Global Security Operations
– NJ
Harry E. Herbert
Bonnie MacFarlane – NJ
Neil Feeney – NJ
My best friend, Carolyn Kozel
Nancy O’Rourke - NJ
Patricia Anne Sprengel
Mac Sprengel – NJ
My dad, Robert E. Gibson, who encouraged my lifelong love of animals
Renee Gibson – NJ
John B. “Jack” Dwyer
Arlene Stinziano - PA
Helen Heany – PA
Eugenia Peres
David Johnson – MS
Tracey Hughes-Holdorf – NJ
Phoebe & Friends from Georgia
Courtney Brennan – NJ
Jean Kilroy
William & Priscilla James – FL
James Bailey
Stanley & Barbara Zielinski – NJ
Joseph & Cornelia Witkowski - NJ
A donation as a memorial to a loved one will go a long way to help
Society orphans. There are many ways to make a donation. The Society
will notify a bereaved family with a card IF A FULL NAME & ADDRESS
OF THE FAMILY AS WELL AS FULL NAME & ADDRESS OF DONOR is
included. Due to the high volume of requests, only gifts of $50.00 or
more will be printed in a timely manner.
MICHIGAN
Legislators have introduced a group of bills that would require shelters
and animal control agencies to consult ICHAT (Internet Criminal History
Access Tool) System to do a criminal background check on anyone seeking
to adopt a companion animal. The proposed bills would also prohibit animal abusers from owning animals for 5 years. The bills are known as
Logan’s Law and the Animal Adoption Protection Act.
PENNSYLVANIA
Russell Seese of Greentown was ordered to pay a $500 fine and sentenced
to a jail term of 2 days to 12 months. State Police found his female
Labrador mix in a chicken coop with her muzzle & legs duct-taped together. According to local news reports, his client was trying to kill Lexi at the
time & using duct tape was, in his view, an acceptable method. Lexi
needed extensive vet care & behavior training & was placed with Divine
Destiny Rescue in the Pittsburgh area. The judge did not bar Seese from
pet ownership or require restitution for the care of the dog. Seese works
with student groups as a resource conservationist with the Pike County
Conservation District.
PENNSYLVANIA
House Bill 41 and Senate Bill 522 require dog owners to provide indoor
shelter for the animals when temperatures dip to 32 degrees or lower and
90 degrees or higher.
CALIFORNIA
Judy Guth of Los Angeles has owned a 12 unit apartment house for over
40 years. She will only rent to people with pets. According to the Los
Angeles City Attorney’s Office, there is no law against mandating pets.
Guth is willing to sell the property – but only if they continue the tradition of keeping it as pets-only rental.
CALIFORNIA
Assemblyman Richard Bloom introduced a bill that would make it illegal
to use orcas “for performance or entertainment purposes” in California &
would also ban captive breeding of orcas done at SeaWorld.
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John Ellis – NJ
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MASSACHUSETTS
Authorities confiscated 35 animals, some near
death, from Dean Manuel's unlicensed traveling
petting zoo in Ludlow. Sheep, goats, duck, geese,
donkeys, alpacas, ponies, goat, an emu, pot belly pigs were fed raw
dough and moldy bread -- and that was all they ate, according to reports.
The animals had minimal shelter, no food or water. Animal are being
cared for by the Mass. SPCA & the Animal Rescue League until court proceedings conclude. Manuel will be arraigned on charges of resisting
arrest, assault & battery on a police officer and over 35 felony animal cruelty charges
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NEWS FROM NEW JERSEY
SOUTH JERSEY
An enterprising cat hater is offering to solve the
problem of local cat colonies by advertising on
Craig’s List. The ad states that they will “quickly &
efficiently” eliminate the issue. They sell most cats for
animal testing and the ones that cannot be sold are dispatched with a
pneumatic bolt gun. Be sure to notify animal lovers of this ad!
FLANDERS
Walmart customers encountered fish tanks that were kept in darkness, full
of dead and dying fish. The water was murky & cold; the power & filtration system had been off for more than a week Most of the fish were
dead & rotting in the tanks. One customer purchased the remaining fish
that weren't too sick. When Walmart Headquarters in Arkansas was contacted, their initial response was that the store had stopped selling fish
months earlier. A spokesperson for Walmart says it will retrain workers in
the Flanders store in how to correctly care for live fish. Why??? They
shouldn’t be selling fish.
WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP
A petition is being circulated by Barb Spector of Sewell to call off the geese
gassing slaughter. The petition is going to the Board of Directors at the
Meadows of Washington Township. You can log on to
http://tinyurl.com/n4m98nj to view the petition.
Fighting For
Ploughshare
Tortoises from
Poachers
Conservation organizations are fighting to
save the Ploughshare
Tortoises from poachers
as they are being
pushed to the brink of
extinction due to high
demand as a unique &
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exotic pet. In order to
save them from poachers, they have resorted to engraving identification
codes on to the animals’ shells to reduce their black market value. They
have been sold through illegal collection & export to meet an international demand in the pet trade. Last March, 52 Ploughshare Tortoises were
smuggled in a suitcase while smugglers attempted to enter into Thailand
where they were to be redistributed to Indonesia, Malaysia & Thailand.
Prince William Wants Ivory at Buckingham Palace Destroyed
After attending the largest conference ever held on the subject of illegal
wildlife trade, Prince William said he would like to see all of the ivory
owned by Buckingham Palace to be destroyed. His father, Prince Charles,
has asked to have items of ivory removed from his sight at Clarence
House & Highgrove. Accompanying the news item as it appeared in Paw
Nation was a weeping baby elephant separated from his mother.
http://www.pawnation.com/2014/02/18/prince-williuam-wants-buckingham-palace-ivory-de
Hundreds of Protected Animals Found Including Newborn
Tiger Cubs – headed for Use in Medicine & Delicacies
Two men were arrested after Thailand police discovered a massive haul of
wildlife in the back of their pick-up truck. Boxes and sacks were filled with
live animals including 5 newborn tiger cubs, 312 water monitor lizards,
174 turtles and 11 tortoises. All animals were alive but in weak condition.
The tiger cubs & reptiles were taken to Thailand’s Wildlife & Natural
Resources Dept. of rehabilitation. It is believed that the animals were on
their way to Laos to be used in medicines & delicacies.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Saturday, April 12 – Doors at 7 p.m. Whistle at 8 p.m.
Red Bank Roller Derby Roller Vixens vs. Two River Roller Vixens
Tickets $12, Kids 12 & under free-$10 for military & first responders @
door only (with ID) to benefit AHS Tinton Falls
Tab Ramos Sports Center,17 Blair Rd., Aberdeen Twp. N J 07747
www.brownpapertickets.com/event/576004
Saturday, May 3rd – 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Annual Step into Spring Sale
Giant flea market, terrific bake sale, lots of Popcorn Park gear available &
a showcase of beautiful pets available for adoption. See flyer on Events at
www.ahscares.org For information, e-mail [email protected] or call
609-693-1900
Find us!
Besides being a print magazine, the HUMANE NEWS is available on our
website - ahscares.org - and is posted for free access.
◆ People can check out pets up for adoption at our Facebook pages:
Newark Associated Humane, Friends of the Associated Humane SocietyTinton Falls, NJ & Associated Humane Popcorn Park Shelter. These pages are
frequently updated with new profiles of animals up for adoption.
◆ Other animals can be found at the shelter's Petfinder website http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/NJ01.html
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APRIL 2014
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Papi & Junior of
Bricktown
Join!
the
SHARE-A-PET
PROGRAM
The Society’s unique SHARE-A-PET PROGRAM is helping many animals thanks to the
kindness and generosity of many HUMANE NEWS readers. The animals are placed on the program
on the basis of such details as victims of cruelty, handicap, length of stay, etc.
As a result of our efforts, brand new facilities have been given to these orphans. You can help by
“adopting” one of these orphans for $10.00 a month. In turn, you will receive a color photo and
report of your pet every four months, plus a membership card which entitles you to FREE ADMISSION TO POPCORN PARK. You are also invited to visit your pet, take him for walks, bring him
treats, toys, and even adopt him. All funds gathered under this program are applied directly to the
care of these animals. Any funds that exceed what is needed for a particular animal are applied to
the care and welfare of other shelter anmals. You can also view and sponsor all Share-A-Pets on
our web site at: www.ahscares.org, and click on Share-A-Pet Program.
Brenda & Sharyn
of Newark
Appearing in the Holiday 2013 issue of
the HUMANE NEWS were two handicapped cats that had been abandoned
on a Newark homeowner’s porch. One
was in a box and the other stayed close
by. Both had painfully severe eye problems that had been left untreated and
necessitated medical treatment including
removal of both eyes. Popcorn Park veterinarian, Dr. Laney Baris, was able to
save Sharyn’s eyes but she has limited
vision. Brenda had removal of the eyes –
but has no problem in navigating three offices without bumping into anything.
Now that their lives are without pain & discomfort, they are happy and well adjusted and have the
administrative offices in which to lounge. They have been featured on Facebook and on the website – but still no offers for adoption. Brenda & Sharyn would do great in a private home but since
no one has offered, we have placed the bonded pair on the Share-A-Pet Program. They are about
7 years old and the contented couple would love to share a part of your heart. (Forked River).
Sesi & Chico of Newark
When Hurricane
Sandy arrived, it
caused a devastation to man and
animals that is
still being felt.
When their owner lost his home, he and his 8 year old canine companions moved to an apartment. Soon thereafter, the landlord decided that
the dogs were not welcome. With no other resources to help, the displaced owner brought Papi and Junior, the rat terrier twosome, to the
AHS Forked River facility. After 6 months of waiting, they were dressed
up for the holiday in the hope that the Christmas spirit would touch
someone's heart. Valentine's Day had the same results. They have lost
their home ... they lost their owner ... but they haven't lost hope. Would
you share a part of your heart with these pint-sized pooches?
SHARE-A-PET
APRIL 2014
Name of pets sponsored: ___________________
___________________ ___________________
NAME ____________________________________________
ADDRESS ________________________________________
CITY, STATE, ZIP ___________________________________
# OF ANIMALS _____ X $10.00 EACH = TOTAL $_________
It was the day after
Christmas when Sesi and
Chico were brought to the
AHS Newark facility. Their
owner had passed away and
no prior thought had been
given to the future of these
dogs. They had been together with a loving owner for
about 7 years. After their
world collapsed and they
were uprooted, a relative
brought the doggy duo to
us. After waiting several
weeks to see if there was
anyone interested, they have
been brought to the
Society's Forked River facility. There, they enjoy going
for leisurely strolls and
checking out a new world
around them. They don't
know much about toys ... but they do become alert when the doggy treat bag
opens up. They are gentle, bonded companions and we have placed them on
the Share-A-Pet Program.