Pet Network Humane Society

Pet Network
Humane Society
Letter from the Director
One of the most difficult aspects of putting together this newsletter is trying to narrow
down to a few pages what could often be a full-length novel worth of amazing stories that
our supporters would love to hear.
Pet Network’s 2013 was a remarkable year. We completed significant and much-needed
repairs on our building and will continue to work through additional repairs this year as well.
With major overhauls needed in virtually every area of the shelter we certainly have our
work cut out for us!
While repairs certainly engaged a significant part of our efforts, as always, our fondest
memories of the year were the hundreds of animals we saw go to loving homes. From our
world-famous Dumpster Puppies to lesser known but equally awesome rescue stories,
2013 proved to be a very moving year.
One little dog who particularly touched my heart is Faith. Faith is a beautiful little grey
and black terrier who came to us from deplorable conditions. Her owners were allegedly
manufacturing drugs and using Faith and a group of innocent dogs to alert them to
strangers. These dogs were never allowed outside, had apparently never felt the wind on
their coats or even walked on grass. Animal control found Faith in a room of knee-high
trash. Amongst the trash and debris, tucked under a filthy box they found a heartbreaking
(and at the same time heartwarming) surprise, puppies. Faith fiercely protected her pups
when they were found, and in the animal control facility she was moved to. Caring staff
knew that Faith needed a much quieter environment and called Pet Network for help.
Faith and her babies, like thousands before her, and thousands more to come, received a
second chance at Pet Network.
These animals depend not only on the care and dedication of our staff, but on Pet
Network’s supporters who continue to make our life-saving work possible. So please, take
a moment to look through this newsletter and not only enjoy our “tails of triumph,” but
to reflect on how your support has impacted more than 10,000 animals and completed
families for more than 20 years.
We invite you to keep up with our day to day activities through Facebook, Twitter and our
website. Links to all of our social media can be found at www.petnetwork.org, while there
don’t forget to sign up for our enewsletter!
We thank you. We appreciate you. We honor your generosity and dedication to Pet
Network Humane Society and the animals in our care.
Sincerely,
Becky Goodman, Executive Director
[email protected]
Save the Date – Saturday, June 14, 2014
PET NETWORK HUMANE SOCIETY’S
16TH ANNUAL FUR BALL
Faith
Spring 2014
in this issue
Boarding News
2
Adopter Highlight
2
Pet Adoptions
3
Tails from the Shelter
4
Memorial Donations
6
Meet the New Vets
10
Volunteer Spotlight
11
Did You Know?
11
Calendar of Events
12
Pet Network Humane Society
401 Village Blvd.
Incline Village, NV 89451
775-832-4404
www.petnetwork.org
Pet Network Humane Society
Rescuing homeless pets since 1991.
We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit
organization. All donations are tax
deductible and are greatly appreciated.
All of our work is possible due to the
contributions of our donors. Please help
us save the lives of unwanted pets.
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Remembering
CHRIS ELLIOT
Chris Elliott was a true friend and supporter of not only Pet
Network Humane Society, but animals in general. He picked up
his love of all things furry, from his loving mother, Denise.
Chris, having just moved to the Tahoe area, immediately found
Pet Network and began to volunteer his time and efforts. An avid
outdoorsman, Chris took our highest energy dogs on hikes that
were sometimes hours long.
Soon enough, despite his best efforts, Chris fell in love with a
high-energy dog named Alpine. Alpine had boundless energy and
immediately bonded with Chris on their hikes. Chris having been
warned about the sneaky charms of Pet Network dogs, walked
in utterly defeated and told staff that, as he feared, he was wonover by Alpine and needed to adopt him.
Chris, with Alpine at his side, continued to come in and walk
our dogs faithfully every week.
A few weeks ago a policeman showed up at Pet Network, with
a distraught Alpine at his side. While Alpine was stuck helpless in the house, Chris was assaulted and killed
outside his home. Our staff was heartbroken.
Alpine came back to Pet Network, confused and anxious to see his beloved owner again.
Even after his passing, Chris Elliott continued to help Pet Network’s animals. His family and friends have
contributed thousands of dollars to Pet Network in Chris’s memory, truly honoring his love of animals and
the organization that gave him his best friend, Alpine. In addition Chris’s girlfriend immediately contacted
Pet Network and told us she would give Alpine the home Chris would have wanted.
Although Chris isn’t with us, his memory and passion live on at Pet Network Humane Society. We send
our sincerest condolences to his friends, family and coworkers who have so generously honored his
memory through their donations.
North Lake Tahoe Fire
Protection District rocks
(as if we need to tell you that)! Not only do these
amazing folks keep us safe and cared for, but
they also have a soft spot for our furry friends as
well!
Recently our friends got respiration devices
to help resuscitate dogs and cats that may be
victims of smoke inhalation and fire disasters.
THANK YOU to our friends at North Lake
Tahoe Fire Protection District for recognizing that
our four legged friends are part of the family!
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Can You Help?
We’re Looking for Our Forever Homes
MEIKO
MEIKO
Meiko is a mature and striking
Bengal/Tabby cat. She enjoys a
quieter setting with lots of petting.
Her eyes and coat are both unique
and beautiful. She is a wonderful
girl with a wonderful personality.
ARIANA
Ariana is another “single mom” looking
for her forever home. As a Bulldog
Blend she has a very short stature and
solid build (and snuffly breathing). She
LOVES people but is particular about
what dogs she likes.
VIOLET
ARIANA
SUNSHINE
SUNSHINE
Sunshine is a very playful and happy dog.
She loves people and seems to especially
love children. She came to us a “single
mother” and has now said goodbye to
all of her pups. She is a strong girl and
tends to play rough with other dogs so a
like-minded dog or single dog household
would be best for her.
VIOLET
Violet’s favorite pastime is
drinking from faucets! She
comes running whenever a
faucet is available (and of course
she sticks around for pets). She
is very laid back, good with other
cats and enjoys looking out at
the dogs in our dog hall as well.
Violet has beautiful medium
length fur and would love to call
your quiet home her own!
Call today to adopt one of these
adorable animals! 775-832-4404
CAN’T ADOPT? If you can not fit one more animal into your home you can still save a life!
Join Pet Network today and save the lives of animals in your community.
YES! I would like to become a member,
please accept my donation of:
Name:______________________________________________
m $500 will provide care to a nursing mom and her entire litter
Address:____________________________________________
m $250 will spay/neuter three animals
City, Zip: ___________________________________________
m $100 will transfer four animals from the shelter to Pet Network
Email Address:______________________________________
m $75 will purchase antibiotics for two animals for 30 days
m $50 will provide vaccines for four animals for 30 days
m $25 will feed two animals for 30 days
Phone:_____________________________________________
Visa/MC______________________________ Exp. _________
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TAILS FROM THE WORKPLACE
For this newsletter’s “Tails from the Shelter” we decided to take a look at a very special and spoiled group of our previously
adopted pets…those lucky dogs (and cats) that get to go to work with their owners! Advice: Make sure you drop this newsletter
off on your bosses desk we would LOVE to get more pictures of our pets “at work.”
SHELBY
Many years ago, when Pet Network first opened the doors to our brand new
shelter, Linda Finch came in and adopted a feisty and fun pup named Shelby.
Linda and Shelby were constant companions and became even more constant
companions when Linda opened a bookshop in Minden. Shelby faithfully came
into work, greeting guests and keeping watch every day over her busy mom.
These days while Shelby’s Bookshop still has a wonderful array of books…they
had to say goodbye to their namesake who passed away in November of 2013.
Pet Network sends our heartfelt condolences to Linda and thank her from the
bottom of our hearts for providing Shelby such an amazing home!
John and Ashley
Brimm, owners of
our much-loved
Austin’s Restaurant
in Incline Village
bring their two Pet
Network adoptees
to work with them
almost every day.
Wrangler and Reef
are wonderfully
happy Mastiff’s who
love spending time in the restaurant office with mom
and dad. Can we say lucky pups? Can you imagine the
leftovers! We are guessing these two eat like kings!
WRANGLER & REEF
SPIKE
When Linda and Mike Sullivan
decided they wanted a furry
companion for their business,
Lake Tahoe Lockshop, they
knew where to come. Staff told
them about a wonderful, feisty
orange and white cat named
Spike who had not only been at Pet Network an extended
period of time, but who really needed to be an only child
since he tended to bully other cats in our colony. They came
down the next day and fell in love. Spike now spends his
days greeting customers and supervising Linda and Mike’s
work around the shop. It turns out our boy is quite smart and
has learned to come, sit and even sit up to get his treats.
JACK BROWN & CAPONE
Saundra and Jeff Whit adopted two of our most adorable senior dogs together.
Jack Brown and Capone, kennel mates at Pet Network got along so well that
Saundra and Jeff didn’t have the heart to split them up. Now when Jeff goes to
work at Empire Contractors and Snow Removal, the happy dogs get to come to
work with him. They love being outdoors and around the jobs together almost
as much as Jeff loves having them with him!
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Freckles
Brodie aka Dobbs
Brenda Duncan was
looking for a puppy
that touched her heart
and when she saw
Freckles she knew
she found the perfect
match. Freckles came
to Pet Network from
a methamphetamine
manufacturing house
after the occupants were arrested. She and her siblings,
who were only days old, along with their mom found a
safe haven at Pet Network. Freckles is now living the
dream…cuddles, play and happy days.
Sandy Scarsella and Ed Boleky knew a few things “for
certain” after losing their beloved Dobermans.
• They weren’t going to adopt another dog for at least a
few years.
• They were NOT going to adopt a puppy
• They would NOT be adopting a Doberman or Doberman
mix
And then they met Dobbs and all of their certainties went
right out the window. Instead, they happily went back on
every promise they made and immediately adopted our
amazing Dumpster Puppy who…was most definitely a
puppy and was predominantly Doberman. Best decision
ever! Dobbs keeps the busy pair even busier and the Pet
Network staff loves getting the constant updates from
Scottsdale!
Mikey aka Denali
When you have two adorable look-alike Chihuahuas a
third seems like a lot to take on. So when your mom
and boyfriend confirm it would be “just too much”
you fold right? Actually, what you do is mull over it
for a few days and tell them that no matter what…
you need that pup. What you don’t know is that your
mom and boyfriend have been plotting against you
the entire time. Secretly they have adopted the pup
behind your back! Then you get the happiest surprise
ever…THREE adorable pups who look alike and adore
each other! Congrats Mikki Merkouris (adopter), Karen
McOmber (sneaky mom) and Donnie White (awesome
boyfriend)!
TAILS FROM THE
SHELTER
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Memorial
Donations
Many of us have experienced losing
someone close to us. A parent, child,
grandparent or friend or even a beloved
pet. As animal lovers many of us tend
to surround ourselves with fellow
animal lovers. You can opt to have
your loved one or yourself remembered
by passing on the gift of love and life.
Many of our members have chosen
to have donations directed to the Pet
Network in lieu of or in addition to
the traditional gift of flowers. We will
recognize your memorial donation
in our quarterly newsletter, and send
personal letters of thanks to the
individuals who donated, as well as
sending donation acknowledgments
to the family member of your choice.
Please feel free to use this Memorial
Donation form, or we will gladly send
you one by email or mail.
Date ___________________
Dear Pet Network,
I would like to donate $ _____________
in Memory or Honor of______________
__________________________________
Please send an acknowledgement of
the gift received to the following family
member / loved one:
Name_____________________________
Address___________________________
City__________________ Zip__________
Phone_____________________________
My name or the donor of this Memorial
In memory of sweet Rufus, a Pet Network
adoptee and love of all of our family, love
Cathy & Larry Spector.
In memory of Barbara & Burt Jenson’s dear
kitty, Muffy, a lifetime friend, love Cathy &
Larry Spector
In memory of precious Stormy, Sara’s special
dog who rescued Sara and was a playmate to
Keisha & Rocky. We miss you, love Cathy &
Larry Spector
In memory of John Augustus, our dear friend
and animal lover, from Cathy & Larry Spector
In memory of Mary Lou Harris, a special lady
and dear friend, from Cathy & Larry Spector
In memory of our sweet friend, Nancy Simone,
from Cathy & Larry Spector
In loving memory of Topaz, from Rayda
Brooks
In memory of our 12 ½ thankful years with our
dear friend, from Mike & Terri Phelps
In memory of our sweet Sophie, we miss you
dearly. With all our love, mom, dad, Davey &
Hanna, from Elyse & Shai Gut.
Jingie, we will always love you and miss you,
from Diane & George Howard
In memory of Rufus beloved dog of
Arthur Roegner & Trudy Boardman, adopted
from Pet Network and loved by all, from Larry
& Cathy Spector.
In memory of Bailey, beloved pet of Mr. &
Mrs. Howard Clark, from Alice & Bob Balfrey
In memory of a great dog, Casey, from Henry
Dunlap Smith & Suzanne Smith
In honor of our brave, seer Shotzie, from Phil
and Linda Segal
In memory of Topaz, from a true friend to Pet
Network, Rayda Brooks
In memory of Matilda, beloved dog of Dawn
Hess & Michael Manley, from the staff and
board of Pet Network
In memory of Sabastian, you put a smile on
everyone you met, from Sally & Roger Scott
In memory of Tasha, beloved dog of Lorraine
Jackson who did so much for Pet Network
Donation is:
In memory of Little Dickens. Your paw prints
are on our heart, from Maria and Doug Neve
Name_____________________________
In memory of Dickens, beloved cat of Maria &
Doug Neve, from Pet Network staff
Address___________________________
In memory of Pollywacket, you will always be
our girl, from Maria & Doug Neve.
City__________________ Zip__________
Phone_____________________________
Pet Network Humane Society
401 Village Blvd.
Incline Village, NV 89451
775-832-4404 | www.petnetwork.org
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MEMORIAL DONATIONS
In memory of Gussie & Tiger, beloved cats of Ken
and Sandy Hubbart, from Bob & Alice Balfrey
In memory of Lola, beloved pet of Jean &
Jerry Eick. We’re very sorry over the loss of
your friend and companion, Lola. She is now
in doggy heaven. Hugs, Janet & Warren.
In loving memory of Lola Eick, for making
people smile, from Bill and Amelia Black
In loving memory of Lola, beloved dog and
best friend to Jean & Gerry Eick, from the staff
of Pet Network
In memory of Charlie Girl, beloved pet of
Roger and Deborah Lee Fuller
In memory of our sweet Koko, 1997-2010,
from Sara Kit Bowser
In memory of Gypsy and Jeremiah. All dogs
go to Heaven, the show us what unconditional
love really is, from Charles Goodman
Remembering our friend Sage! Darling Cocoa,
Sweet Gracie Kel & Charlie Chap with love,
Mike and Terri Phelps
In memory of Cassie, from her mom, Sara
Lafrance
In loving memory of Twerp, a cat that saved
my husband’s life, Barbara Stromquist
In loving memory of Hobbes Finegan, beloved
kitty of Carol & Sean Finegan, from Diane &
Richard Finegan
In memory of Jack, and in honor of Jake,
Buddy and Cashmere, from Judy Heinbaugh
My Big Girl –(great dane) is gone but NEVER
forgotten. Loyalty & love both ways, Robert
Connor
In memory of Gracie Prada, from the
Foundations of Entrepreneurship class of
Sierra Nevada College, Fall 2013
In memory of Rosie, beloved dog of Jan
Ballinger, from Scoti, Lisa & Kelley
In memory of Cricket, beloved dog of Lynn Reilly
In memory of Phoebe the Cat, who adopted
us, we miss you so. Jackie & Rob
In memory of Shelby, beloved dog and Pet
Network adoptee, from her mom, Linda Finch
In memory of our wonderful Keola, Debbie
Nicholas
In memory of all my Pet Network rescue dogs
& cats, Crystal, Dodger, Gypsy, John and in
honor of my dog Beanie
In memory of Chris Elliott, friend and adopter
to Pet Network and beloved dad of Alpine,
who misses him terribly, from the staff of Pet
Network
In memory of the furry friends we have lost
this year, Kristen & Dustin Keil
In memory of Ginger, beloved companion and
friend to Mary O’Donnell, from Michael and
Gayle Archer
In memory of Chris Elliott, friend of animals
everywhere, from Andrea Nayeri
In memory of Chris Elliott, from Coralie &
Thierry
In loving memory of Chris Elliott, from DeAnna
Byler
In memory of Chris Elliott, a loved son and
friend of all God’s creatures, from Elaine
Salazar
In memory of Chris Elliott, beloved son of my
friend Denise, from Jody Gressett
In memory of Chris Elliott, from John Anderson
We miss you Chris, love Staci & Jason
Tree of Life
In memory of Chris Elliott. Thank you for
being such a great son to your mother and a
lover of animals, from Tammy Webb
A symbol of eternity, a place where
the memories of a beloved pet or loved
one will live on.
In memory of Chris Elliott. Denise: Thinking of
you and your family. My thoughts and prayers
are with you, Fondly, Nancy Wilson
In memory of Chris Elliott, from Lori Weiss
The leaves on Pet Network Humane
Society’s Tree of Life serve as a lasting
tribute to special pets and people. With
a Tree of Life minimum contribution
of $100 your pet or loved one will be
remembered with an engraved gold leaf.
Email [email protected] or call us at
775-832-4404 for more information.
In memory of Chris Elliott, from Colin Schreck
In memory of Chris Elliott, from Heather and
Jeff Gage
In memory of Chris Elliott, from Annie Chuang
and Matthew Beltramo
In memory of Chris Elliott, from William
Johnsmeyer
In memory of Denise Elliott’s beloved son,
Chris Elliot, from Teresa Bing
In memory of Chris Elliott, from Kevin Underhill
In memory of Chris Elliott- gone but never
forgotten. With heartfelt condolences, Kelly
Frazier.
In memory of Chris Elliott – from Shook,
Hardy & Bacon, LLP
In loving memory of Chris Elliott, a great
man and son, from Cris, Lucy, Mattioli and
Annie-Lou
In memory of Chris Elliott, from Liz & Ty
In memory of Chris Elliott, with love, Ed,
Alicia, Silvia and Family
In memory of Chris Elliott, from the Curnutt
Family in Las Vegas
A precious one from us has gone, but the
beautiful memories will always be held close
to the hearts of those who knew him. In dear
memory of Chris Elliott, from Emma Walker
In memory of Chris Elliott, from Gail and Jim
Ellerbrake
In memory of Christopher Elliott, clearly a
beautiful person inside and out, just like his
cousin Erin Pope Theisen. We are so sorry for
your loss. Love Bob & Nan Farnham
In memory of Chris Elliott, an outdoorsman
who loved to share his hikes with his dog,
Alpine. Chris was much-loved by many,
including his mom, aunt, grandmother,
cousin, and many friends, all of whom mourn
his untimely passing, from Shannon Spangler
In memory of Chris Elliott, may you rest in
peace. Elizabeth Lisa Pecina, Shook, Hardy
& Bacon
In memory of Chris Elliott, who will be sorely
missed by his four-legged and two-legged
friends and family, from Pamela Holmberg
To my beautiful sister, Susannah HorstmeyerCooper in memory of her dogs, Woofer,
Macho, Snitzel & Napoleon. Happy Birthday!
In honor of the most compassionate, caring,
animal lover we know, Jane Green RN (and
Molly & Olivia) from Karla Rogers
CELEBRATION DONATIONS
In honor of Molly, a wonderful dog, from
Nancy & E.H. Doran
In celebration of Pepper, an amazing dog,
from David & Rosaleen Brown
In celebration of the birthday of Lorraine
Jackson, who grows younger each year, from
Pet Network
In celebration of the 40th anniversary of Dave
& Jan Hardie, may you have 40 more amazing
years, from Pet Network staff
In honor of all of our pets, who have brought
such joy to our lives, Roger & Sally Scott
In celebration of our Pine Cone Kitty! Jim &
Sally Sepulveda
In honor of Bev Keil and her little Bandit.
Happy Birthday Bev, from Deborah Cramer
Happy Birthday to one of Pet Network’s very
best board members, Bev Keil, from Becky
and the Pet Network staff.
Happy Birthday to “Momma Bev” from little
Bandit
In honor of Jeanne Lear’s birthday and in
support of Pet Network’s Dumpster Puppies,
Happy Birthday Jeanne, from Tracy Ruger
In honor of the birthday of Jeanne Lear and
in support of the Dumpster Puppies of Pet
Network. Happy Birthday Jeanne, from John
Marchini
In honor of Shadow, beloved pet of Lynn
Mindicino
In celebration of our adopted “Pet Network
Pets” Mr. Big, JJ (Joe Jamison) and Maddie
(Amana), from Dale & Joanne Bender
In celebration of my wonderful Tonto,
adopted from Pet Network, from Fay Wenger
In honor of all my pets who have given me
love, joy & happiness. I love you all, from
Deborah Hager-Woodcock
In honor of Pippin and McDuff, from Peg
Augustus
In celebration of our life with Jack, (Barkley)
who we adopted 3/2012, Sue & Dave Martin
Happy Birthday to Tim Briggs, who
generously donated to Pet Network for his
7th Birthday! From Pet Network’s furry friends
and staff
In honor of Kali Gold the greatest rescue in
the world. Thank you Pet Network for giving
her to me, Susan Gold
In honor of Sierra, our amazing Bernese
Mountain Dog! From Suzi & Bert Zug
In honor of Barb Spruck, Ryan Kish, and their
two beloved dogs adopted from Pet Network,
from Vicki Kish
In honor of Lindsay Romack, being such a
great Aunt for Bailey the Beagle, from Glen
MacBlane
In honor of Richard and Diane Finegan and
their never-ending support of the Pet Network
and most recent fostering of the “dumpster
puppies” from Carol & Sean Finegan
In honor of Teddy and Dad, Merry Christmas,
from Joanner Kantner
In honor of Dad & Bev, Merry Christmas from
Dustin & Kristen Keil
In honor of Cade & Ryder & giving thanks for
Millie & Ziggy, (thanks to Pet Network), from
Ryan Kish and Barb Spruck
In honor of Dandy, adopted in 2010 from Pet
Network! From Jacklyn Talbert
In celebration of all kitties! From Linda & Sam
Crowell
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Special Thanks!
One thing every nonprofit can tell you is that raising funds is tough. To that end we owe a huge debt of
gratitude to the many businesses who have helped us make Rescue Roast a wild success!
Alpen Sierra Coffee – Our friends at Alpen Sierra Coffee made Rescue Roast a
reality! By working with us and allowing us the flexibility we needed to get off the
ground, Alpen truly ensured we had a running start at success. We are so lucky to have
such an outstanding partner who takes such pride in their work! Alpen Sierra coffee is
delicious!
Sierra Le Bone Located in Carson City our friends Jan and Fran
were more than happy to help us with our retail sales of Rescue Roast!
These lovely ladies are not only supportive…but customers as well!
Rescue Roast is now the only coffee they drink! Thanks ladies!
Natural Paws Lori and Rob, owners of Natural Paws in Reno have
also stepped up to the plate to help us sell our Rescue Roast coffee!
Now Natural Paws is not only a wonderful “Adoption Spot” for Pet
Network — but also a great location for our Reno supporters to get
Rescue Roast!
Dog Dog Cat MK and George have been long terms
supporters of Pet Network and when we approached
them to carry Rescue Roast they were more than
accommodating. Located in South Lake Tahoe, Dog Dog
Cat has an amazing and unique array of items for pets!
Village Market Ron and his wonderful staff at Village
Market in Incline Village have been instrumental in spreading
the word about Rescue Roast! They are selling tons of
coffee and truly help make Rescue Roast a wonderful
addition to the Pet Network family of fundraising!
ADOPTION
OPTIONS
at Pet Network
Pet Network staff has new friends to thank in our efforts to save
lives! Quail Ridge Animal Hospital is participating in our Adopt-aPet at the Vet Program. In a few short months their phenomenal
staff has placed more than 20 cats and kittens into homes. There
are simply not enough words to express our gratitude to this
hospital and their staff. Customers who visit the clinic are never
surprised to walk in and find staff carrying one of Pet Network’s
adoptable kitties. The amount of love and attention given to our
adoptable animals while at Quail Ridge is unparalleled. Thank you
to the indomitable Dr. Hewitt, Practice Manager, Melinda and the
entire Quail Ridge staff.
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Greetings from the
GROOMER!
Boarders of
the Quarter:
As you may know, Pet Network offers full service grooming.
Our talented groomer, Jessica, is ready for your most challenging
grooming needs! Cat grooming, AKC breed cuts, hand scissoring…
whatever your needs Jessica can make your pet look amazing!
Due to the extremely high demand for Jessica’s services we are
happy to announce that she has taken on an apprentice! Becca,
from Pet Network’s animal care staff is now training to be our second
amazing groomer! Jessica & Becca look forward to making your pet
look fabulous!
Marcie and Snowcap Pesetski
Marcie and Snowcap can be found, almost every
day, at Pet Nework’s Doggy Daycare. They come
to play, while their dedicated momma, Loretta,
goes to work. Marcie is the playgroup “regulator”
caring and playing for all the dogs in the playgroup
and protecting new dogs or puppies if they get
overwhelmed. At four years old, Marcie is still very
puppy-like and loves to run, roll and roughhouse
with everyone during play. Marcie and her brother,
Snowcap are very talkative both in their kennel
and during group play. Snowcap is kept in check
by Marcie anytime he tries to “be the boss”, but
he takes it in stride. Both Marcie and Snowcap
are wonderful additions to Pet Network’s daycare
program and we thank their mom for sharing them
with us!
Jessica welcomes Summit, a wonderful Tibetan Mastiff to Pet Network for
his first groom.
Did You Know?
Professor Kendra Wong of Sierra Nevada College challenged her students
for their final exams. She gave them $5 and two hours to make as much
money as possible. What the students did next was remarkable! They turned
the $5 into more than $300, donating the funds to Pet Network Humane
Society in memory of Gracie Parada, a beloved pet of one of the participating
students who had passed away the week previous.
Pet Network extends their thanks and deepest respects to the Foundations
of Entrepreneurship class and Kendra Wong for their outstanding creativity
and success!
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Maddie’s Fund
Adoption Days 2014
This year’s goal: homes for
10,000+ animals in two days.
How do you save more than
8,000 animals in two days? You
partner with the amazing and
talented Maddie’s Foundation!
Pet Network Humane Society is
honored to once again participate
in Maddie’s Adoption Days,
scheduled this year on May 31st
and June 1st. This unique and
one of a kind event will attempt to
place more than 10,000 animals in
two days.
Who do we have to thank for
this event? Local businessman
and philanthropist extraordinaire,
Dave Duffield and his wife Cheryl,
and their beloved Minature
Schnauzer, Maddie, whose
unconditional love, devotion,
loyalty and spirit inspired her
caregivers to start a charitable
foundation, Maddie’s Fund, in her
name. Pet Network’s staff and
volunteers, along with our partners
at Nevada Humane Society and
Northern Nevada SPCA will be
working tirelessly to make this
year’s event wildly successful.
Not only are all adoption fees
waived for qualified adopters,
but Maddie’s Fund will make a
donation to Pet Network for every
animal successfully adopted into a
loving home.
Thank you Maddie’s Fund for
your unparalleled dedication to
animals in need!
PET NETWORK HUMANE SOCIETY’S
16TH ANNUAL FUR BALL
Saturday, June 14, 2014
Hyatt Grand Ballroom
AMAZING AUCTION ITEMS AND A FABULOUS EVENING…
ALL WHILE SUPPORTING A WONDERFUL CAUSE!
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Volunteers of the Quarter
Heidi Brieder & Linda Crowell
We would like to recognize the outstanding contributions of two of our great volunteers,
Linda Crowell and Heidi Brieder.
Linda has been a long-term volunteer for Pet Network and is one of our most reliable and
wonderful event assistants. Linda always answers the call for Pet Network, and is a key
volunteer for both the Fur Ball and Purses for Pets. Additionally, she participates in Strut
Your Mutt every year, and, well…I don’t think Linda has ever said “no” when Pet Network
needed her!
Our second Volunteer of the Quarter is Heidi Brieder. Heidi is a teacher in our community,
as well as a wonderful foster mom! When Heidi heard that Pet Network needed help with
some bottle feeding puppies that were left in a dumpster, she immediately called. Heidi
not only got up every hour to feed her little man, Otter, but she enlisted the help of her
daughters as well. Heidi spent almost eight weeks caring for our little pup and it is the
highlight of her day when we send her picture updates of Otter in his new home.
We thank both of these amazing volunteers for their contributions to Pet Network and the
animals in our care!
Team Spotlight
Jessica Saar
Jessica Saar has been with Pet Network for
almost three years. If she looks familiar it could be
because Pet Network is just one of several jobs our
hardworking girl has. Growing up with all sorts of
animals on her family’s farm, Jessica was a natural
fit for Pet Network. Last year Jessica adopted Kato,
a wonderfully goofy Rottie who lumbers through
the halls of Pet Network like he owns the place (and
who, we might add, has his momma wrapped around
his big paw). Jessica brings smiles and laughter to
everyone she works with and is a wonderful asset to
the Pet Network family!
Photograph courtesy of Tess Hunt Photography
Second Chance
Consignment
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Visit our new location at
Pet Network’s shelter
401 Village Blvd., Incline Village
Open Tuesday-Saturday.
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Pet Network Wish List
U Copy paper
U Thumb tacks
U Pens
U Paper towels
U Bleach
U Air freshener products
U Cat litter (scoopable)
U Dog treats
U Dog collars and leashes
U iPad or other Tablet
U Working Vacuum Cleaner
U Clorox Cleanup Wipes
U Hand sanitizer gels
U Stamps
U Gas card
U Coffee
U Dish Soap
U Hand Soap
Pet Network Events: Past, Present & Future!
05.18.14 Spring Cleaning Crew
at Pet Network’s shelter!
Join us for a Spring cleaning event at our
shelter. After ten years and thousands of
animals saved, our shelter needs a bit of
elbow grease and TLC. We are looking for
10-15 people to spend a few hours doing
some seriously dirty work (scrubbing walls,
floors, raking, moving heavy items etc!) Due
to the type of work and chemicals being
used we ask that no children participate
in this cleanup event. Event will be from
1-3 pm…don’t forget your rubber gloves!
If interested please email bgoodman@
petnetwork.org
05.31.14 – 06.01.14
Maddie’s Adoption Days
Join the staff of Pet Network as we
help Maddie’s Fund and our partner
organizations adopt 10,000 animals across
the nation! Adoption fees are waived for
approved adopters and Maddie’s Fund will
make a donation to Pet Network for every
animal adopted!
06.14.14 16th Annual Fur Ball
Join us at the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe
Grand Ballroom. This incredible event sells
out every year and features free wine and
champagne, amazing silent and live auction
items, dinner, dancing and incredible
stories of the life-saving work you help
make possible!
July Strut Your Mutt
Each year on the day of the Red, White
and Tahoe Blue Parade, Pet Network
gathers together a team of alumni, current
adoptable animals and volunteers to walk
in the parade. Two legged walkers get a
wonderful Strut Your Mutt t-shirt and two
legged walkers get a festive bandana.
BE A VOLUNTEER
Adoption events
Pet Network is constantly “on the road.”
Look at our website for various offsite
adoption events in Carson City, Reno and
S. Lake Tahoe! In addition if you live in
Carson City or Gardnerville, you can visit
Quail Ridge Animal Hospital to see some
of our adorable cats and kittens that are
available for adoption. In Sparks we have
animals available at PetSmart and will soon
be adding a Pet Supermarket adoption
location as well!
Want to know more about day-to-day
activities at Pet Network?
Find us on Facebook, Twitter or check
out our website www.petnetwork.org
For more information on becoming a life-saving
Pet Network volunteer please see our website
www.petnetwork.org and visit the volunteer page!