Mews and News - Hearthside Cats

Hearthside Cats, Inc.
‘Mews and News’
Spring/Summer 2011
P.O. Box 282, Geneseo, NY 14454
585-243-0873
Is a “Special Needs” Cat for You?
As you know, Hearthside is a no-kill
organization, meaning we only euthanize a cat to end incurable suffering. Although that makes us unique,
the downside is that every year we
acquire one or two cats who don’t
wish to be touched and therefore,
continue to stay in foster care for
many months, if not forever. Over
the course of twenty years in operation, our population of these “special
needs” cats has grown. Due to
space and financial restrictions this
limits our ability to take in cats that
might otherwise be adoptable. We
feel that some of our long-term residents might be very different in an
environment with fewer cats. Rolli is
a great example. This 10-year-old
girl came to Hearthside when her
owner could no longer care for her.
Losing one’s person is stressful for
any animal, especially for an older
cat. But her story ended happily…a
young couple with children recently
came to Hearthside to adopt a cat,
and Rolli made it known that she
wanted to go. With her new family,
she can now get all the love and
attention she craves. You too can
make a difference for a special
needs kitty…one that might be
passed over due to age or other
issues. With your TLC and patience,
a special needs cat could blossom in
your care. And remember, if you are
able to adopt a special needs cat, it
will free up space for a new kitty in
Kitty
Kompanions…
seniors, while alleviating some of the
worries and expense that go with pet
ownership. We waive the adoption
fee and provide start-up supplies,
and in some cases may offer to help
with routine vet costs, if this is a barrier to someone who would otherwise benefit from having a companion cat. One of our volunteers is
available to answer questions going
forward, and in the event the adopter
can no longer care for the cat,
Hearthside will take the animal back.
This lessens the worry of what to do
in the event the adopter’s circumstances change. Think about it…do
you know someone who has a spot
on their lap for a furry friend? Call
243-0873 to see if there’s a Kitty
Kompanions match waiting to
happen.
Finding New Friends
for Older Kitties
The health and emotional benefits of
having a pet are well-documented,
yet many senior citizens don’t feel
that they can share their homes with
a pet, and may worry about who will
care for the pet in the event that they
can’t. Many older cats yearn for a
quiet home, warm lap and cuddling.
However, most people looking to
adopt are interested in kittens or
young cats.
Hearthside has the solution. Our
“Kitty Kompanions” program is designed to match older cats with
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Fourteen-year-old Roo has never
warmed up to humans, but occasionally likes to have her ears scratched.
In a quiet home she might just come
around.
need. Please call 243-0873 if you or
someone you know is up for this
rewarding challenge…or consider
sponsoring a special needs cat to
help offset the cost of their care (see
page 3). Thank you!
Grey-and-white Robin came to Hearthside as a kitten in 2002. Known to his
foster caregiver as the twenty-pound
wonder, his social skills have improved
greatly over the years and he would
make a wonderful Kitty Kompanion.
Fun for the
Whole Family…
“Walk for Cats”
Get your family or a group together
for the annual Walk for Cats on
Sunday, May 1 in Highland Park in
Geneseo! You can help by asking
friends and family to sponsor you as
a walker – find pledge forms at
www.HearthsideCats.org or call for a
copy. Simply collect your pledges
and bring them to the event.
Walkers who collect $50 or more
receive a Hearthside tee shirt. Signin begins at 1:30 p.m. at the Depot in
Highland Park. The walk begins at
2:00 – rain or shine – and follows a
one-mile course through picturesque
Geneseo. Then we all gather for
pizza and door prizes. This makes
and easy and rewarding community
service project for groups. If you
can’t walk, consider sponsoring a
walker, making a donation, or volunteering. We look forward to seeing
you at this fun-filled afternoon to help
homeless cats!
Revelry at the Gourmet Italian Dinner!
Another Successful Gourmet Italian Dinner
Our Gourmet Italian Dinner in February was by far the most successful ever,
raising nearly $2,900 – a new record! This year’s multi-course feast was
scrumptious as usual. Lynn Kennison and her capable kitchen crew worked
like clockwork to make the evening pleasant and relaxing for our 85 guests.
Many thanks to the following servers, volunteers and supporters of the Italian
Dinner:
Lynn & Wes Kennison
& Crew
Angelo Abby
Byrne Dairy
Bonnie Costanza
Kay Farkas
Sue Gavin
Heron Hill Winery
Hunt Country Winery
Kate & Bob Kreger
Lakeville Liquor
Pat’s Petals
Renee Hopkins
Victoria Raschi
Lanna Ruddy
Laura & Tom Thornton
Kay Viera
Is Your Cat Happy?
Cat owners are notorious for shamelessly indulging their felines. But how
many actually know their cat is
happy? How many know what cats
really want? A commonly held fallacy
is that a cat who purrs is happy, but
this may or may not be true.
Surprisingly, cats who are injured,
sick or in labor often purr, and it is
thought that purring triggers relaxation and reduces pain. On the other
hand, if your cat is kneading (making
biscuits), you can bet that she is
relaxed and content. A happy cat will
show her owner affection by marking
and greeting with chirping noises,
and will gaze into your eyes and
blink slowly. Another reliable indication that you cat is happy is by being
just plain silly. Does she like to flop
down and roll around, often with a
maniacal look on her face? Does
she relax by lying on her back and
stretching out indelicately? Those
are all happy cats. And the cat run-
ning from one end of the house to
the other with her tail in a “u” shape?
She’s not scared…she’s happy and
playful. Speaking of playing…even
adult cats should be investigating
their environments and playing a bit
in between those marathon naps.
What if your cat could be happier? Obviously, you need to make
sure the basics are in place: good
food, fresh water, and a conveniently
located and clean litter box. Take a
look around your home with a cat’s
eyes. Are there places to lounge
comfortably while “window hunting”?
If not, rearrange her favorite perch or
buy a window seat that attaches to
the window sill. Evaluate your home
for places your cat can enjoy being
“top cat”. Kitties love being up high
and having comfortable vertical
space for overlooking the kingdom…
and here’s a bonus: high perches
are a known stress reducer for cats.
A happy cat is good for both of you!
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Coming Soon…
Yard Sale Madness!
It’s almost time again for the annual
Yard Sale. This year’s event is June
17 – 19 in the lot across from 5577
West Lake Rd., Conesus. Come
shop for treasures, furniture, household items, books, toys and more!
Donations of gently-used items are
welcome (no large appliances or
clothing please). They may be
dropped off in front of the garage at
5577 West Lake Rd. We also need
volunteers to unpack and sort, man
the check-out table, and help with
teardown. Please call 243-0873 or
e-mail [email protected] if you can
help at the Yard Sale.
Clip & Save!
It’s Craft Show
Season Again!
Hearthside will soon be on the
craft show circuit. Come see our
whimsical cats crafts, lovingly
made by Lanna Ruddy, a talented volunteer who sews yearround on behalf of the kitties.
And if you can spare an hour or
two to help set up or man the
booth, please let us know!
Fairport Canal Days
June 4 & 5
Geneseo Bear Festival
July 8 & 9
Long Point Festival
July 16 & 17, Conesus
Avon Corn Festival
Aug. 13
Adoption Corner!
These adorable kitties are looking for a new home! Like all of
our adoptable cats, they have
tested negative for Feleuk/FIV,
are neutered or spayed, and
current on vaccinations and vet
care.
Ten-year-old Mona is quiet and
sweet. A pretty grey girl, she
loves having her ears scratched
and thoroughly enjoys meal
time.
Mona
Marie is a five-year-old tiger
who really likes to play quietly
and sleep in soft, comfy places.
One-year-old Baxter is a tiger
and white boy who is a little shy
but has lots of kitten in him.
Dansville Balloon Festival
Sept. 2 – 4
Marie
Naples Grape Festival
Sept. 24 & 25
Please consider opening your
heart and home to one of these
cats, or any of the others that
are in foster care. Visit
www.HearthsideCats.org for
more stories and photos.
Letchworth Arts Show
Oct. 8 – 10
Red Cross Holiday Show
Nov. 26, Geneseo
Baxter
Maybe Sponsorship is For You
Looking for a charitable project for
your office, organization, scouts,
sorority or fraternity, or school? Or
do you love cats, but are allergic?
Try sponsoring a cat…as close as
you can get to having your own! Our
Special Needs Program allows you
to financially help a cat who for
physical or behavioral issues, cannot
easily (or ever) be adopted. There is
no minimum sponsorship level or
ongoing obligation. For a donation in
any amount, you receive a framed
photo and biography of your “special
friend”. For donations of $80 or
more, we include address labels
imprinted with the kitty’s picture.
Some people send a single gift while
others send monthly sponsorship
donations. Hopefully one day the
right person will come along to adopt
one of the Special Needs cats. But if
not, these kitties will forever live in
the care of their loving foster caregivers. You’ll feel great satisfaction in
knowing you’re helping a homeless
cat!
To see our Special Needs stories, visit www.HearthsideCats.org
and click on “sponsor a cat” or call
585-243-0873.
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Snappy is a pretty seven-yearold tiger. Although playful and
pleasant, she has chronic eye
and teeth conditions that make
her difficult to medicate and an
unlikely candidate for adoption.
She would appreciate having a
sponsor!
“Angels of Hope” donations
received as of 3/10/11…
thank you!
Judy, Sunny & Bella Gascon – keep up
the great work!
Dorothy Kazan -- Merry Christmas to all
the angels at Hearthside
Paul & Nancy Gebauer
Chris Gutmacher
Carolyn Scott
Joy Snyder – in honor of Crow, Pumpkin,
Sahsa & Jet
Barbara J. Kjeldsen – in memory of
Pippa Maria, my niece’s wonderful cat
C. Kathy Stewart
Dick & Carol Roth
Jo Schenider-Leonsky – in loving memory of Gail Seslowe & my beloved parents,
Roslyn Hiltz & Eugene Schneider, our
lost kitties Oogie, Peanut, Bunny, Fritz,
Bitsy, Scooter & Twinkie; & in honor of
our precious kittens Cookie, Angel &
Teddy
Joanne Wegman – in memory of Sam
Marlene F. Kouwe – in memory of
Pepper, Patches & Butterscotch
Mary (Gerry) Wilkinson – in honor of
Mewslette, class of 2004 Hearthside
Cats
Lynn F. Flanagan – in memory of Boo,
Pally, Red Eye & Sam
Diane Pearson – in memory of Slick & in
honor of Jessie
Martha Scala – in memory of Ninja
Rick & Deb Hagen – in memory of Bear,
Spike, Blackie, Kitten & Squeaky & in
honor of Fleurby, Brownie & Speckle
Mary Ann Fink – in memory of Buddy
Peg Howard
Marilyn Berthold – in honor of Sami
Samuel A. Hanger
Donna & Angelo Abby – in honor of
Noelle
Ron & Faith Bailey – in memory of Nicky
Louise & George Miller – in memory of
Tiger, Mommy Noon, December &
Midnight
Amy Tilipko – in memory of Alfreda
Tilipko
Dawn Stanley, Helping Paws Pet Haven
Anne Lutkus
Nancy Adams – in honor of Skip, a dog
who lives with 12 cats
Caroline Ringland
Beverly J. Hart
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Banfield – in
memory of Harvest & Buttons
Jack & Joan Tetamore – in memory of
Cory & in honor of Wiffy
Stephen & Deb Robinson – in
memory of Teekee & in honor of Boyd,
Ballz & Roxie
Anonymous – Merry Christmas!
Nancy Ingraham – in honor of
Hearthside Cats
Larry & Marge Boehme – in memory of
Marie Schopp, who so loved kitties
Kathie Lisai
Jean Hamilton – in memory of Geraldine
Robert Haller
Karen Wagner
Chrissy Pritchett
Chandra Edgar – in honor of Bagheera
Doris & Ray Risler
Alyson Kluth – in honor of Alex, Ellie &
Toeby
Michael Rosa – in memory of Chloe
Chris & Tony Pritchett
Peter Matzke
Linda Schein – in memory of Wonton &
Sabrina & in honor of Sasha, Samson &
Baby
Jacqueline A. Werner
Mary E. Smith – in memory of Luke
Kitty Izzo – in memory of Zizzy Balooba
Jodi Weister, DVM
Jane M. Coleman – in memory of Janet
& Walter Holmes
Karen Storne & Pete Radosta – in
memory of Larry
Joyce E. Blakley – in memory of Moses
& Chub & in honor of Micah & Mandie
Karen Pitti
Joyce Wechsler – in memory of Rocket
Man
Bob Baart & Captain Creamsicle –
Meowy Christmas!
Laurie Hausler – in memory of Shadow,
Tigger, Inky & Daffodil
Dolores Donnelly – in memory of Erin &
in honor of Louisa & Letitia
Kevin & Cheryl Gray – in memory of Bug
Elaine Averill – in memory of Erin, Little
T, Shannon, Tiny & Shadow
Joan Burk – in memory of Precious,
Bandit & Rennie
Ernie & Anne Lascell
Muriel Tedesco
Thomas & Carolyn Mickewitz – in memory of Abigail, Mittzy, Purrcilla & Emma
Winifred Lisuzzo
Barbara Deuel – in honor of Kathy
Fierthaler
Linda LaGeorge – in memory of Mickey
& in honor of Peanut
Marilyn Silverberg – in memory of
Whiskers
Catherine Bement – in memory of
Chester
Anne & William Leyerle – in memory of
Morris & Emma
Karen Bryant
William & Deb Mammosser – in honor of
Mary Sojourner
Jane Pfromer – in memory of Pumpkin &
in honor of Tassy
Teresa Goss – in memory of Murphy
Carol Milliken
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Mary Ellen Cherry – in memory of Rusty
& in honor of Missy
Diane Johnson – in memory of Fluffy,
Chester & Babes
Paula Henry – in memory of Wildcat & in
honor of Henry Henry
Kelly Harris
Madelyn Rubenstein
Karen Schreiner
Jim, Deb, Paul & Claire Allen – in memory of Boo, Hobo & Burglar
Allen & Barbara Thorogood – in memory
of Felix, Oscar & Sylvester & in honor of
Belle & Sarah
William & Stacey Edgar
Helen Terry – in memory of Patrick &
Kitty Kate & in honor of Sandy
Mary & Tom Quinlan
Joann Nugent – in memory of Nifty, Tuffy
& Lexie
Tony & Ruth Witte – in memory of Acorn
& Larkspur
Mary Barto – in memory of M.J. Karger
Janet Cadogan – in memory of Smudge,
Pumpkin & Holly
Rosalind Hyman – in loving memory of
Pepper, Plato, Prezlee, Boots & Red & in
honor of Lucy & Blackie
Victoria Tuchrello
Judy Bryant
Richard Heye
Mary Rice – God bless you for
saving so many kitties!
Marsha Ameismeier – in memory of
Muffy
Beth Reali – in memory of Christine A.J.
Ward
Irving Schoenacker – in memory of
Rodger J. Smith
Earl Pearce – in memory of Smokey
Patricia S. Dempski – in memory of
Karen Berg
Susan Muller
Edna Nichols
Midge Reeves
Carol L. George-Williams – in
memory of Brutus, Blacktail, Peppercorn
& Meow
Madelyn S. Harmon
Karen J. Miskell – in honor of Vicki
Raschi
Other support as of
3/10/11…every little bit helps
the cats!
Barbara Myers
Brenda Bremer, MD
Nancy Dyckman – in memory of Mildred
Slagle
Ann Brunner
Eileen Shur
Martha Wadsworth
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Jan Lifshutz
Dolores Donnelly – in honor of Lovisa &
Letitia
Paul & Nancy Gebauer
Marie Hack – in memory of Oliver,
Charlie & Tyler
Staley Storage
Eleanor B. Smith
Melissa Frisiras – Special Needs
Program
Suzanne L. Engel
Peggy A. Hall
Karen Bernecker – in memory of Oliver
& Smokey
Dorothy Jennings
Connie English
Barbara Hoffa Hughes
Gertrude Husted
Dolores Albanese
Chandra Edgar – in memory of Maverick
& in honor of Bagheera
Lynda Standish – in memory of Ms.
Fancy Pants, the mayoress of McMillian
Lane
Anonymous – in memory of all kitties
who have never had a safe home, warm
bed, food, lap & love
Joan Althouse
Renee Bauer
Katrina Wheeler
Barb Hawkins
Leigh Harris – in memory of Tux, Scruffy
& Jack & in honor of Draven
Karen Scheiner – Special Needs
Program
Nancy Bostwick
Sally Raschi
Caroline Ringland
Karen Grover – in honor of Karen & Paul
Duffy
Karen Kyle
Marie Kriedemann
Joan Schumaker – in memory of Ginny
Kemp
Carolyn Scott
Beverly Evans – in honor of Shalimar &
Xandi
Joanne Wegman – in memory of
Bavarde
Amy Tilipko
James Wilder
Fran Hull—in memory of Samy Cat
Dianna Schneider
Alice Timothy
Laura & Tom Thornton
Kathryn Duff-Brown
Roxanne Supulski
Anne Thompson
Samuel A. Hanger
Ron & Faith Bailey
Beverly Embling
Mrs. Raymond L. Rissler
M. Joanne Prevost
Terri Cvetan
Ann Insalaco – thanks for all you do for
the cats!
Sheila Staley
West Wise – Honeoye
Elizabeth Cook – in honor of Spooky &
Sporty
Karen Pitti
Mary & Ted Applin – in memory of Felix
Bob Baart
Jim & Beth Feuerstein
Laurie Hausler
John & Judy Gascon
Laurel Baker & Friends
Jackie Werner
Chris & Tony Pritchett
Don & Maria Piampiano – in honor of
Chauncey & Rocky
Anonymous
Emma, Abbie, Mitzi & Marion Weber
Anna Jean Smith – in memory of Doc &
Ozzie
Helen D. Annis – in memory of Monkee
Ganie DeHart
Carrie Hawkins
Shirley & William Truax
Nancy Corbett
Todd & Terri Burkett
Jeri Pearson
Paula Dennison
Metalico Rochester, Inc.
Beverly Hart
Susan Potenza
Bob & Linda Banfield
Donna Walker
Howard Huddle
Mary Stadtmiller
Melanie M. Falzoi
Jane Hogan – in honor of Joe & Jean
Lentner
Julie Elardo
West Wise – Honeoye
Sally Wilkinson
Marian R. Jordan – in memory of Mickey,
Sheba, Stevie, Hannibal & Suki
Loretta Vosburg
Ann M. Hawkins
Jack & Joan Tetamore
Joe & Jean Lentner
Pete & Judy Thompson
Sally Wilkinson
Teresa Nowlan
Marsha Britt
Marlene Hamilton
Norma Miller
Dr. & Mrs. Gene Scherline
Pat & Bob Richardson
Dorothy Welch
Mary Schryver
Thomas & Elizabeth Matthews
Marge Wilkie
Jeri Quirk
Paul & Marilyn Dantz
Dorothy Kazan
Carol Bliven-Kelley
Frances Knobel
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Que Palacz
Aylson Kluth
Sandra Brennan
Tony’s Pizzeria
Leo, Sharon, Sara & Jeremy Richardson
– in memory of Peter
Dolores Donnelly
Carol L. George-Williams
Dolly Jonasse
Top Six Reasons
to Adopt from
Hearthside
6. Our cats are already spayed or
neutered and are current on their
inoculations and tests, saving you
money (and the guilt that goes with
taking your cat to the vet!)
5. Our foster caregivers and their
helpers are the very best, having
spent countless hours lovingly
socializing cats awaiting adoption.
4. We can tell you about their
“purrsonalities” and match you up
with the “purrfect” cat, whether you
want a cuddly lap sitter, an active
and playful cat, one with attitude, or
a shy kitty who has been passed
over so many times.
3. It’s fun to pick out a cat at
Hearthside, or to allow the cat to pick
you!
2. At $30, adopting from Hearthside
is the best bargain around. A comparable “free” cat and all the tests,
shots, neutering/spaying, and related
vet bills could run you $200 or more.
1. You have peace of mind that if for
some reason you can no longer care
for the cat or if it’s not a good match,
we will take the kitty back, no questions asked. She will always have a
home with Hearthside.
Thanks to
Local Merchants and
Their Customers
In December, fifteen local merchants
allowed Hearthside to place canisters on their counters, where customers could donate their spare
change to support cats in foster
care. In total, this effort raised $357!
ally black and comma-shaped.
When moistened and rubbed
lightly, it will leave a telltale
brownish-red stain.
Regular preventive treatment
should ensure that your cat does not
get fleas, but if you are dealing with
a flea infestation, cleaning and
spraying the environment with a flea
control preparation will help stop the
problem immediately.
Thanks to:
All Seasons
Liquor
B&B Liquor
Clockworks
Wine and Liquor
Finger Lakes
Express
Good Spirits
Wine and Liquor
Lakeville Liquor
Livonia Liquor
Lima Pharmacy
Milex Drugs
Park Inn Liquor
Tom Wahl’s (Avon)
Tony’s Pizzeria
Town and Country
Agway
Valley Liquor
Westlake Station
1. Why you control fleas
While many cats live with fleas and
show minimal signs of infestation,
control is advised because:
• The cat flea carries the larval
stage of the tapeworm
Dipylidium caninum. Cats can
be infested with these worms
by eating fleas during
grooming.
• Fleas have the potential to
transmit other infectious agents.
Health Corner
Three Keys
to Cat Flea Control
excerpts from Drs. Foster & Smith
Educational Staff
(www.drs.fosterandsmith.com)
We are getting into prime flea season, and often, you are not aware
your pet has a flea problem until the
damage is done and your home is
infested. Fleas are a common cat
concern, and although most cat fleas
do not actually live on humans, they
can bite humans and cause skin irritation.
When cats groom themselves,
they ingest any fleas on their haircoats, making them difficult to
detect. The only signs you may see
are incessant itching or flea bites on
your own ankles! To determine
whether your cat has fleas:
• Place your cat on a sheet of
white paper
• Comb her with a fine-toothed
comb
• Look for “flea dirt” (flea feces)
as well as the presence of fleas
on the paper. Flea dirt is gener-
• Adult fleas feed on cats’ blood,
and in young kittens, this can
cause anemia.
• Some cats develop an allergy
to flea saliva, which causes
them to scratch excessively or
to develop skin disease.
• Cat fleas can cause itchy bites
on sensitive humans.
2. Remove fleas in the environment
Frequent vacuuming can help to
reduce, but not eliminate, infestation.
Vacuum bags should be disposed of
to prevent collected immature flea
stages from continuing to develop in
the house. Even though it is expensive and time-consuming, all soft furnishings should be treated. All nooks
and crannies should be included,
such as gaps between floorboards
and moldings. Treatment of the
whole house is essential. Anything
that is heavily infested, such as pet
bedding, should be treated with a
flea control product, laundered, or
thrown out.
3. Long term flea control
Once the adult fleas have been
removed from all the animals in the
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house and the environment, prevention is essential. Flea control products come in many forms: shampoos, sprays, foams, powders, and
monthly topicals or oral liquids. We
don’t recommend flea collars, as
they are an irritant to the cat. The
two monthly flea preventives, Insect
Growth Regulators (IGRs) and
Insect Development Inhibitors (IDIs),
are very safe because they act on
receptors that are not present in
mammals, only in insects. They have
excellent safety profiles enabling the
treatment of kittens from a young
age. Some monthly topicals that are
effective choices for cats include:
• Advantage: kills adult fleas and
flea larvae and contains the
insecticide imidacloprid.
• Frontline Plus: eliminates all
forms of the flea life cycle and
contains the adulticide fipronil
and S-Methoprene, an IGR.
• Frontline Top Spot: eradicates
adult fleas and contains the
insecticide fipronil.
• bioSpot SPOT ON: contains an
IGR, methoprene, to kill juvenile forms of fleas, and an
insecticide to kill adult fleas. It
also kills and repels ticks and
mosquitoes, for even broader
protection in a single dose.
One of the effective oral preventives is Program which contains the
IDI lufenuron, to halt development of
flea eggs. However, the flea has to
bite the cat in order to ingest the IDI
and, therefore, would not be the preventive of choice for cats that have
flea bite dermatitis.
Note: if you have treated your cat
with a spray or mist, do not use a
topical preventive immediately afterward. Always follow manufacturer’s
guidelines, and never use products
labeled for dogs on your cat.
Long-term flea control is essential
for a happy environment for your
family, your cat, and any other animals in your house.
Great Gift Ideas for Moms and Grads!
Treat Mom and those you love to a gift that gives
twice. All purchases of Hearthside merchandise directly support
the cats in foster care. All of these items can be seen in the
"shopping" section at www.HearthsideCats.org:
Books
The Comfort of Cats – Pamela
Wallin shares her unique bond with
one particular feline, with beautiful
photography of Anne Bayin. $5 each
+ $1 S&H.
Just a handful left!
“Home Is Where the Hearth Is”
Cookbook –
90 main dish recipes
in a durable binder
with beautiful original
artwork. $20 each;
two for $35;
three for $50.
Add $1.50 S&H
per cookbook.
“Hooked on a Feline: Basic Cat
Care from a Different Purr-spective” – Written by Taunee (a cat),
and translated and illustrated by
local author Barbara MugnoloWilliams... a humorous, no-nonsense
approach to cat care! Portion of purchase is donated to Hearthside by
the generous authors. $11.95 + $2.00
shipping and handling per book.
The Dog Rules – William Thomas
humorously chronicles the relationship between humans and dogs,
with hilarious illustrations by Peter
Cook. $5 each + $1 S&H.
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Qty.
Other Great Items
Hearthside Cats
Bookmarks –
four original designs,
laminated for durability.
$2 each. For 1 - 4 bookmarks, add $.50 total
S&H; 5 - 10 bookmarks
add $1 S&H. Choose
from “Napping”, “Kittens”,
“House”, and “Yarn”.
Cat Angel Pin –
pewter with 24K
gold-plated wings.
7/8" x 7/8". $10 each
+ $.50 S&H.
Dog Lover’s Bracelets –
7" long, glossy enamel paint with
folding magnetic clasp. $10 each +
$1 S&H.
Hearthside Cats Tee Shirt –
100% grey cotton with black logo.
Medium, large or extra-large. $15
each + $1.50 S&H.
Cat Notecards –
set of 10 w/matching envelopes in
two designs -- “Cat by Window” or
“Cat and Pawprints”. $5 per set +
$1 S&H.
Price ea. + S&H
Total
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Total enclosed
Name _________________________________________________________
Address _______________________________________________________
Phone _________________________________________________________
7
$_______________
Recycling Helps Our Foster Cats
This nice note was recently
included in a large box of goodies
donated to Hearthside:
Hi everyone.
Our names are Emma, Abbie and
Mitzi. We were all adopted from shelters or were kittens found out in the
wild. We have come to realize what
a wonderful home we have and
wanted to share some of our wonderful life with others who are not so
fortunate. We decided to share some
of the toys we don’t play with…mostly because our family and friends
give us toys all the time! Please let
the four-legged friends that you care
for know how much we hope and
pray that they will find forever friends
in a human home.
Love, Emma, Abbie, Mitzi
(and our mom, Marion
Weber)
Hearthside recycles aluminum cans and all proceeds go directly to help cats in
foster care. You can help too! Simply drop off bags of clean aluminum cans (no
tin please) to one of our collection points: 5577 West Lake Rd., Conesus or
5083 Lima Rd., Geneseo. To save room, please flatten the cans if possible.
You may leave the bags in front the garage at either location. Thanks for helping us recycle for the cats!
“Paw Points”
Add Up
Thanks to everyone who has sent
Fresh Step Paw Points® to
Hearthside, which we redeem for
free cat litter. If you’d like to help,
look for specially-marked packages
of Fresh Step products. Please be
sure to send us the printed Paw
Points code. The code is unique to
each package and contains letters
and numbers. Thank you!
Hearthside’s website is a beautiful presentation of our
organization. See and read about cats awaiting adoption
and those with special needs, news, events, lost and
found advice, shopping, and volunteer opportunities.
Check it out at www.Hearth- sideCats.org.
Wish List
Here are items we use regularly to
care for the cats and for day-today operations. If you would like to
donate any supplies, please forward to PO Box 282, Geneseo,
NY 14454 or call 585-243-0873:
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Purina Naturals dry cat food
Friskies canned cat food
Cardboard scratching pads
Cat litter (all types)
Cat toys
Liquid dish soap
First class stamps (for letters
and postcards)
Hearthside does not sell, rent or loan its mailing or e-mail list to other individuals, businesses or groups. Hearthside is an all-volunteer organization
that operates without agency or government funding or paid staff. All donations and fundraising proceeds go directly to care for cats in foster care.
Hearthside Cats, Inc.
P.O. Box 282
Geneseo, New York 14454
Non Profit
U.S. Postage
PAID
Geneseo, NY
Permit No. 34