Watchdog2012Vol2c - Columbia County Humane Society

The Watchdog
Issue 2
The official publication of the Columbia County Humane Society
Vol. 2012
Shelter Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday Noon to 5:00pm;
Saturday 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Michele Baillies, President CCHS Board of Directors
DEXTER: HOW 6 POUNDS CHANGED TWO
FAMILIES AND TOUCHED MANY LIVES
Andrea Von Hoff, Board Member
Dexter the Chihuahua arrived unceremoniously at the Columbia
County Human Society in November of 2011. He was left in a cat
carrier with two cats next to the humane society dumpster. Luckily, staff noticed him right away the following morning (along
with his feline friends) and took them into the shelter and began
caring for them immediately.
"Dexter" was 10 years-old, and before he was given the name
Dexter, he was an unknown animal, with no name and no history. It became clear that shelter life was hard on this unknown
Chihuahua. At less than 6 pounds, the noise and temperature in
the kennels was tough on the little guy. He was fostered by
two families, including mine. We welcomed Dexter into our home
the second week in December, and fostered him for over two
months. It is not an exaggeration to say he changed the lives of
myself, his foster Dad Mic, and his foster sister, Winnie the cocker
spaniel. Dexter is the ultimate lap dog, has a strong desire to be
close to humans, and will fall asleep in your arms when you hold
him. I looked forward to getting home from work to hold the baby
boy. Dexter also loves to burrow under the covers at night like a
mole. At first, we were concerned that he would overheat staying
under the covers each night, but a quick internet search revealed
that burrowing is a classic characteristic of the Chihuahua. He
played during the day with his sister Winnie, and laid in the laps of
foster mom and foster dad at night. It was not hard to fall in love
with little Decky.
Dexter met my extended family during the 2011 Christmas Holiday, and made quite the impression. His foster grandma loved
holding the new baby boy, and showered him with gifts. His foster Aunt was sad to say goodbye after she had spent a few days
with him.
Dexter was introduced to his forever family in early February. When I had my last day with Dexter, I was happy for his new
chapter, but sad to end mine. Saying goodbye to Dexter was difficult, and not without tears. I knew he was in good hands, but it is
never easy to say goodbye. What made the process easier was
knowing Dexter went to a family of extremely pet-conscientious
parents, and two very kind and responsible young boys. I have
since learned that Dexter's forever family has fallen in love as
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much as his foster family. I know that Dexter will never again be
neglected or left at a dumpster, and will be provided the utmost
care for the rest of his life
Dexter was a joy in my life, and I am confident he will continue to
bring joy to his forever family. He reminded me of the lesson that
one's past does not dictate one's future, and how fast life can turn
around. The staff of the Columbia County Humane Society should
always take pride in their ability to turn one person's "trash" into
another's treasure. Senior dogs deserve as much love, attention,
and second chances as their puppy counterparts. I'll never know
why Dexter's previous owners left him next to a dumpster overnight. But I am somewhat glad they did, because it allowed him
the good life and bright future he has now.
THE BIBI FUND NEEDS YOU!
Please donate to our Veterinary
Care Donation. We have over
1100 animals come through our
doors each year and operate on a
$3000 vet care budget. Some
animals need more medical care
than others. Please help us give
these animals a fighting chance!
We have so many animals coming in daily who need their teeth
cleaned, ears flushed, etc.
Please consider making a donation to this worthy fund. Thanks!
SHELTER HOURS AND DIRECTIONS
N7768 Industrial Road
Portage, WI 53901
Phone: (608) 742- 3666; Fax: (608) 745-1256
Email: [email protected]; Website: www.cchswi.org
Located two miles west of Portage on Hwy. 16, we’re open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 12:00 pm - 5 pm ;
Saturday 11:00 am - 3:00 pm; and closed Sundays, Wednesday,
and Holidays.
The Watchdog
Issue 2; Vol. 2012
THE PRONG COLLAR REVISITED fact vs. fiction Julia Maclachlan
Of all the tools used in dog training, perhaps none is more
widely misunderstood and maligned than the prong collar (also
known as the pinch collar). Many well-meaning but misinformed
people assume that judging by its looks, the prong collar is a barbaric device intended to "stab" a dog's neck in order to correct
misbehavior. While walking my own dogs on this type of collar I
have encountered complete strangers who think nothing of telling
me how cruel I am to use such a harsh device. While I am indifferent to this type of comment, I worry that similar incidents will
drive responsible dog owners away from using this excellent, effective and kind (yes, kind) training tool on dogs that benefit from
it the most. This article is meant to reassure those who are already
using the collar or are considering it and more importantly, to educate those who think it is "cruel" or unfair to the dog.
While many people think that the prong collar is a trendy
new gadget for the modern dog owner, the fact is that it predates
the much more commonly used choke chain. Prong type collars
appear in photographs and sketches in European training literature
from the turn of the century. Presumably invented by people who
relied on their dogs' obedience, responsiveness and good attitude
in a time when most dogs had actual "jobs", the prong collar still
has a prominent place in the "toolbox" of the modern, balanced
dog trainer.
The prong collar works on the concept that evenly applied pressure is gentler and more effective on a dog's neck than
the quick jerk and impact of a choke chain or the steady, relentless
pressure of a flat collar. While a professional trainer can make a
choke chain correction look fast and flawless, it is very difficult
for most pet dog owners to master the timing and the release of the
correction. Also, even a perfectly executed choke chain correction
is a repeated impact on a single spot on a dog's neck. The current
trend of the "head halter" system is equally flawed. In an earlier
edition of this article, I referred to it as a good choice for dogs with
structural problems. In the past few years I have spoken with veterinarians, trainers and owners who took issue with that recommendation based on the potential insult to the soft tissue of the
dog's upper neck and the often careless way in which the head
collar is used by people who are assured that it is "humane" and
cannot harm their dog. Like every other training tool, it also has its
place. However, for a breed already beset with potential spinal and
structural problems such as the Doberman, I find myself recommending it less and less. The self-limiting tightening action of the
prong collar also makes it a safer bet for strong-pulling dogs. A
prong collar can only be pulled so tight, unlike the choke or slip
collar, which has unlimited closing capacity and in careless or
abusive hands, can cut a dog's air entirely.
Another aspect of the prong collar is its simulation of a
natural "correction" that one dog gives another. If you watch a
couple of dogs interacting, you'll notice that a lot of mouthing behavior takes place. Dogs have evolved over tens of thousands of
years to tolerate the toothy attention of their canine friends and
family, usually in play or posturing and sometimes in a more
serious mode. The degree of intensity in their mouthing can be inhibited or increased depending on their relationship with a particular dog and the issue at hand. Likewise, the prong collar can be configured in several ways other than the traditional "live ring" setting
that most people use. It can be deadened by hooking both the "d"ring and the "o"-ring together, rubber tips can be put on some or all
of the prongs, prongs can be reversed so that there is only pressure
on certain areas. Many of the prong collar's loudest critics are unaware of these variations of its use and throw the word "pain"
around freely. A close look at the actual prongs will tell a more
perceptive person about the concept of "pain" as delivered from a
prong collar: the tips of the prong are very blunt. The larger the
prong, the milder the pressure. Put a prong collar around your own
arm or leg (or neck, if you must!) and judge for yourself. Now take
another look at your
dogs as they play
roughly: the type of
mouthing they solicit from one another in fun would
send a human being
to the emergency
room and yet it
barely ruffles the fur
on their necks. Remember this when
you see a prong collar; not only doesn't
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it "hurt" your own
ultra-sensitive human skin, when correctly fitted and used, it is only
a fraction of the pressure dogs use with one another.
The prong collar is often referred to as the "hearing aid"
collar: a dog properly introduced to it in the hands of a person likewise prepared suddenly understands the expectations upon him.
Rather than the nagging of a choke or slip collar or the constant
muzzle and poll pressure of a head halter, the dog feels no pressure
at all except at a precise instant when he makes an incorrect decision. Because of its ease of use and the usually rapid positive
change in the dog's attitude and behavior, the prong is an excellent
choice for elderly or physically compromised people with strong
dogs, small people with large dogs, and even the tiniest of the toy
breeds which risk permanent damage from regular collars. Even
dogs with certain structural problems can be worked successfully
on a prong collar rather than allowed to drag their owners around on
a harness!
So, with all of the good stuff associated with the prong
collar, shouldn't every dog wear one? ABSOLUTELY NOT! Some
dogs, due to genetics or a poor upbringing, respond poorly to any
sort of pressure. Some dogs have spinal problems so severe that no
pressure should ever be put on them; these are often dogs who
would benefit more from the judicious use of an electronic collar,
which uses no overt physical force at all. Very dog aggressive dogs
can sometimes escalate their behavior if the prong collar is used
primarily as a correction around other dogs. They are often the best
candidates for head halters. A good dog trainer will assess your
particular dog and your own handling skills before recommending
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THE PRONG COLLAR REVISITED
(continued from Page 2)
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SHELTER STAFF
Simone Ederer
any type of method or equipment. In your search for that trainer,
stay clear of those who swear by only one tool, one theory, or one
way of doing things. While we balanced trainers have benefited
from their limitations and make lifelong friends and clients of their
"failures", they are responsible for many dogs and owners parting
ways. Many a dog in the DRU shelter bears the label of
"untrainable" from a trainer who was inflexible.
The next time you see a dog being walked or worked on a
prong collar, think before you jump to conclusions. Does the dog
look fairly happy and comfortable with his handler? Does the handler have control without restraint? Ask people who use them
how they like prong collars and why they chose this tool for their
dog; they'll probably be relieved that you want to be educated and
that you're not going to accuse them of cruelty to animals!
If you use a prong collar on your dog, try to educate those who
would judge you as "harsh" rather than responding defensively.
Most of these people mean well: they are quite willing to learn the
truth and will be flattered that you take the time to explain it to
them. There will always be erstwhile "trainers" and owners who
are ineducable due to their personal opinions or emotions. Try not
to worry about what they think: your dog will keep reminding you
of what he knows. Since we at Doberman Rescue Unlimited are in
it for the dogs first, we endorse the use of prong collars on many
of our charges.
Feel free to make copies of this article and share them
with your vet, your groomer, and anyone you know who loves
dogs.
Hi I’m Simone I started at the shelter as a volunteer in 2000 and a
year later I was hired on as a staff member. What a big difference,
not much time to play with the animals, but actually be more proactive in terms of getting them ready for adoption and working
with the public to hopefully find them a forever home. There have
been many positive changes since I first started, new cats cages,
fenced in areas for the dogs to exercise to name a few. I became
Assistant Director about 5 or 6 years ago.
CCHS BOARD OF DIRECTORS
President: Michele Baillies
Vice President: Andrea Von Hoff
Secretary: Mary Moses
Treasurer: Bob Johnson
Director: Michelle Aldridge
Director: Pat Klitzke
Director: Lisa Adams
Director: Cindy Grunewald
At home I have a husband, two
children currently in college, 3
dogs (one from here), 4 cats (all
from here). Al, one of the cats I
adopted in 2000, just passed a
month ago. I also have a Senegal Parrot (also from here), 4
Piranha (I got for my birthday
one year), and a pond with koi
and goldfish.
Please Adopt Fagen
In my spare time I enjoy quite a few crafting type activities such as
gardening, painting, knitting etc. I also took up running this year
with encouragement from my husband and ran the crazylegs this
spring. We also enjoy spending time up north at our cabin fishing
and boating.
To sum it up, I love taking care of the animals, especially getting
sick ones well. I enjoy implementing various medical and homeopathic protocols to further this goal. I appreciate the opportunity to
work with potential adopters to find the pet that best fits with their
lifestyles. We strive to make everyone’s experience when they
walk through the door to be a positive one. Finally I’ll end with a
quote from Bob Barker “help control the pet population have your
pet spayed or neutered”
SHELTER STAFF
Susan Bratcher - Shelter Director
Simone Ederer - Assistant Shelter Director
Jen Schkirkie - Adoption Counselor/Caregiver
Ernie Wolf - Office Manager
Paula Raupp - Full Time Animal Caregiver
Jackie Bachara - Part Time Animal Caregiver
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SHELTER STAFF
Jennifer Schkirkie
Hello. My name is Jennifer Schkirkie. I am the adoption counselor
here at the shelter. I have been at the shelter helping animals find
their forever homes since April 2010. My job consists of feeding,
cleaning, and socializing the animals. There are always phone calls
and emails to return, as well as helping the customers find their perfect
new family member. I have always
wanted to work with animals so this
job was perfect. The most rewarding
part of the job is watching the animals leave with their new families.
I have lived in Portage most of my
life, growing up the youngest of
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three siblings. I grew up having cats
and fish most of my life. My first cat was a big grey manx my
brother and sister brought home. Since I was little we were always
bringing home stray cats. My latest two cats (Purrsey & Vintage)
were adopted from CCHS. I always have favorites I wish I could
bring home but after a morning of cleaning at the shelter I change
my mind. Two cats is more then plenty for me!
In my free time I like to read, travel, visit antique malls, go to concerts and visit with friends. I enjoy history and learning about new
things. If anyone ever has an animal question feel free to ask us!
I'll try to look into it. I've learned quite a bit working at an animal
shelter that I'm surprised I never thought of before. There are so
many similarities to people and animals when it comes to personalities and general care that most people really don't think about. I
think we take animals for granted more then we realize. I hope
working at CCHS I can help people realize what pets can do for
them as well as help them save a life.
UPCOMING EVENTS
10 Worst Excuses Not to Spay or Neuter Your Pet
1. Just one litter and then we'll have Fluffy spayed.
(Studies show that virtually the entire pet overpopulation stems
from
the "just one litter mentality.)
2. My dog doesn't run loose, so he doesn't need to be fixed.
(Murphy's Law says otherwise.)
3. We always find homes for the kittens.
(And that means that an equal number of kittens in our nations
shelters will be killed.)
4. I want the children to witness the miracle of birth.
(Rent a video.)
5. My dog is so cute and unique, there should be more of her.
(The shelters and pounds are full of cute and unique dogs, most
with only a few days to live.)
6. It's not natural.
(There hasn't been anything "natural" about dogs since we began
to develop breeds thousands of years ago.)
7. I just couldn't look my dog in the eye if I had him castrated.
(Watch it, you're anthropomorphizing.)
8. A female dog or cat should have at least one litter for health
reasons.
(Medically, factually and ethically indefensible.)
9. Neutering my dog will make him fat and lazy.
(Too much food and not enough exercise make a dog fat and lazy.)
10. Fixing my pet will change its personality.
(The main influences on an animal's personality are the kindness
and care with which it is raised.)
August
August 20 – NBC15 Pet of the week 6:10 a.m. (approx)
September
September 15th - Dog Days of Summer - Quann Park - Madison
October
October 1st - NBC15 Pet of the week 6:10 a.m. (approx)
October 6th - 11-4 Pet Photo Day - call CCHS to schedule an appointment
October 13th - Bookin' It Four Paws 5K Run (Check-in at 7:30
a.m.)
October 27 - CCHS Fall Open House
November
November 12th - NBC15 Pet of the week 6:10 a.m. (approx)
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A Dog Sits Waiting
by Terry Davis
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SHELTER STAFF
Ernie Wolf
A dog sits waiting in the cold autumn sun.
Too faithful to leave to frightened to run.
Hi, my name is Ernest Wolf Jr. I am the old gray haired fellow
that sits in the office back of the window as you come into the
shelter. My title is office manager. I was, and still am, amazed at
the number of animals that
come in and are adopted in a
year's time. I have been
working, part time, at the
shelter since 2002. My main
job is doing the bookkeeping.
I have been doing this type of
work all my life.
She's been here for days now with nothing to do.
But sit by the road, waiting for you.
She can't understand why you left her that day.
She thought you were stopping to play.
She's sure you'll come back, and that's why she stays.
How long will she suffer? How many more days?
Her legs have grown weak, her throat's parched and dry.
She's sick now from hunger and falls, with a sigh
She lays down her head and closes her eyes.
I wish you could see
How a waiting dog dies
A little history of my life. I
am the oldest of 5 children, 2
brothers and 2 sisters. Was born on a farm outside of Beaver
Dam, WI., so have been around and enjoyed animals my whole
life. I have a dog, named Gizmo. After graduating from high
school I worked in the office of a woodwork manufacturing company for 14 years, a bank for 24+ years, am a graduate of the University of Wisconsin Graduate School of Banking, car dealership,
as business manager, for 7 years and village administrator for 5+
years. I retired in 2002 from the village and didn't do anything for
2 months. Found out that retirement might be for some people but
not for me.
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I enjoy turkey and deer hunting, years ago pheasants, duck, geese,
etc.. I also enjoy sports, especially football. I have enjoyed many
years as a member of the village board, committees and helping
with many community events and clubs.
I truly enjoy what I am doing at the shelter and hope to continue
for a number of years to come as long as my health allows me to.
EXPERIENCING A LIFE EVENT?
If you are:
Celebrating a birthday,
Graduating from an educational institution,
Getting married,
Celebrating your anniversary, or
Celebrating any other happy occasion in your life,
Ask family and/or friends to make a monetary donation to CCHS
in honor of you!
Also, please consider CCHS when preparing your estate planning.
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BIRTHDAYS
Nina Jiannacopoulos
celebrated her 12th
birthday recently and
collected items for the
animals at the shelter.
She brought the donations on 2/29/12.
Thank you Nina! The
shelter animals are
very grateful for your
generosity.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SHELTER STAFF
Jackie Bachara
Welcome, my name is Jackie Bachara. Since March 11, 2011, I
have been blessed to be part of a great team and work at a great
facility as the Columbia County Humane Society.
“Good morning babies!!!!” My daily duties are to take the housetrained dogs out, feed and medicine when needed, clean cages,
cuddle and exercise the animals. On Thursdays, I take dogs and
cats to the vet to be spayed and/or neutered. Additional duties
when open to the public are to return calls, answer calls, help customers, and try to teach about spay and neutering, vet care regular
basics and exercise for their pets. Then at the end of the day, reverse the process, housetrained dogs out, finals meds, vaccinations, and any last things that need to be done. “Good night babies,
see you tomorrow!!!!
Personal note, I am just a simple ol’ farm girl who loves animals
and children. Started out adult life rescuing my pets and children
parents didn’t have time for. Latest addition to the family is from
CCHS, Griffon an extra large Greyhound, he is handsome, regal
and dignified couch pooch. I am a divorced of mom of two, my
daughter is 22 and is a Specialist in the Army and works motorpool. She has served in South Korea, Iraq and now is stationed in
Fort Hood, TX. In August, 2012, she finishes her term, then to
study to become an accountant. My son is 19 and just graduated
high school and plans to become a truck driver and mechanic for
oversized and heavy equipment. Some of my interests are my children, faith, friends, animals, reading, crafts, and movies.
I have been asked how can I work at CCHS and not want to take
all the animals home with me. Simply, every day I get the pick of
the bunch to give them all my love, cuddles and care to, come
back again the next day and the next, until a ‘FUR’ever home is
found and to see the families faces. That is the joy of sharing every
day.
Working at CCHS has been a great experience, healing experience, a gift and peacefulness to my life. It truly is an amazing,
rewarding career to have.
Renew Or Start Your CCHS Membership!
2012 ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
January 1, 2012 – December 31, 2012
Pick your membership level:
_____ $5 Pet
_____ $10 Sr. Citizen
_____ $15 Individual
_____ $25 Family
_____ $50 Patron
_____ $100 Benefactor
Name:
Address:
City/State/Zip:
Phone:
Email:
____ Add my email address to your mailing list
____ Send me a volunteer application
Make checks payable to CCHS and mail application and membership fee to:
CCHS Membership Application
N7768 Industrial Road
Portage, WI 53901-9451
A special thank you to Mounds Pet Food
Warehouse for their continued support of the
Columbia County Humane Society
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Fall Pet Photo Day
Date: Saturday, October 6th, 2012
Time: 11am to 4pm
A 20 minute sitting and one 5x7 photo are included
with your $15 donation. A $10 deposit is required to
reserve your appointment time (drop off at CCHS).
Get your holiday photos early and help support CCHS! FUND RAISERS
Thank you to Pierces
for the generous donation to the shelter!!! We greatly appreciate all that your
business does for the
shelter!!
CCHS had a Spring outing at Culver's. Many
dogs and volunteers
showed up for this event
and Culver’s donated
$256.16 to CCHS. Thank
you Culver's!
Cambria Friesland National
Honor Society held
a donation drive for
the shelter and this
all the donation
they obtained for
us. Thank you so
much to all the
students that participated in this
drive, we greatly
appreciate it!
CAT JOKES
Bob Johnson, Board Member
OK, enough of the serious talk for a while. We all need a good
laugh now and then, some of these are corny, others are “keepers.”
 Why don't cats play hide & seek in the jungle? Too many
cheetahs.
 Did you hear about the cat who drank 5 bowls of water? He
set a new lap record.
 Did you hear about the cat who swallowed a ball of wool?
She had mittens.
 What is the difference between a cat and a comma? One has
the paws before the claws and the other has the clause before the
pause.
 What is a cat's favorite song? Three Blind Mice.
 What is a cat's way of keeping law & order? Claw Enforcement.
 Why are cats better than babies? Because you only have to
change a litter box once a day.
 What does a cat do when it gets mad? It has a hissy fit.
 What do you call the cat that was caught by the police? The
purrpatrator.
 What happened when the cat went to the flea circus? He stole
the whole show!
 What is a cat's favorite color? Purrrrrrrple!
 Where does a cat go when it loses its tail? The retail store.
 What does a cat like to eat on a hot day? A mice cream cone.
 What do cats use to make coffee? A purrcolator.
 If lights run on electricity and cars run on gas, what do cats
run on? Their paws.
 Why was the cat so grouchy? Because he was in a bad mewd.
 Is it bad luck if a black cat follows you? That depends on
whether you're a human or a mouse.
 How does the cat get its own way? With friendly purrsuasion.
 What do you call a cat that lives in an igloo? An eskimew.
 What has more lives than a cat? A frog - because it croaks
every night!
 What is a cat's favorite subject in school? HISStory.
 What do cats like to eat for breakfast? Mice Krispies.
 Why are cats such good singers? Because they're very mewsical.
 What is the cat's favorite magazine? Good Mousekeeping.
 How many cats can you put into an empty box? Only one.
After that, the box isn't empty.
 Why do you always find your cat in the last place you look?
Because you stop looking after you find it.
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CAT JOKES (Continued)
 What is a cat's favorite movie? "The Sound of Mewsic."
 What does a cat that lives near the beach have in common
with Christmas? “Sandy Claws.”
 Where is one place that your cat can sit, but you can't? Your
lap.
 Why did the cat put oil on the mouse? Because it squeaked.
 What side of the cat has the most fur? The OUT-side.
 What is a cat's favorite car? The Catillac.
 What kind of cat will keep your grass short? A Lawn Meower.
 Why did the judge dismiss the entire jury made up of cats?
Because each of them was guilty of purrjury.
 Why did the cat run from the tree? Because it was afraid of
the bark!
 Why is it so hard for a leopard to hide? Because he's always
spotted.
KENNEL GATE SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM
If you own a business, this is an excellent opportunity to help out
the animals and advertise your business. This is also a wonderful
way to sponsor a gate in memory of a loved one. The sponsored
gate bears a plaque on it designating the sponsor.
There are 20 dog kennel gates that each have high exposure to the
public and a sponsorship fee of $200 for one year. There are also
eight cat cages that have high exposure to the public and a sponsorship fee of $100 for one year. This includes the plaque, displaying three lines of text that will be prominently displayed on
the gate and visible to the public.
Suggested type:
Sponsored by
XYZ Industries
(XXX) XXX-XXXX, www.xyz.com
or
In Memory of
“Gumby”
Love, Mom and Dad Thompson
You can purchase a sponsorship on our website at:
http://www.cchswi.org/donate.htm#kennel.
DONATION FORM
Please put my donation toward:
General Shelter Fund (your donation will be used where
it is most needed for the running of the shelter)
Bibi Fund (your donation will be used for animals needing extra veterinary care)
Cat Cage Fund (your donation will be used to buy new
cages for the cats at the shelter
Name:
Address:
City/State/Zip:
Phone:
Email:
Please make checks payable to CCHS. If you prefer, you may
charge your donation:
Visa
MasterCard
Name on Card:
Card Number
Expiration Date:
Signature:
WISH LIST
CCHS welcomes donations of the following items:
Canned dog, cat and kitten food (Mounds donates all dry cat and
dog food)
Gift cards for gas or local stores
Clay Cat Litter (non-scoopable)
Large Heavyweight Garbage Bags
Rawhides and Dog Chews
Durable Dog Toys
Paper Towels
Liquid and Powder Bleach
Laundry Detergent (high efficiency for front loading machines)
Dryer Sheets
Anti-bacterial Dish Soap
General Cleaning Supplies
Copy paper
Pens
HP 96 Color and Black Inkjet Cartridges
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MEMORIALS
Patricia Pate ‐Memory of cat Juliet Deborah Rohrbeck ‐ Memory of Gail Mells Robert & Rundi Delmore ‐ Memory of Ingrid Anderson Deseree Nehrkorn ‐ Memory of Ingrid Anderson Boni Hanson ‐ Memory of Ingrid Anderson Roger & Carolyn Tofson ‐ Memory of Ingrid Anderson Mary Kleeber Bushweiler ‐ Memory of Ingrid Anderson John & Donna Wimaun ‐ Memory of Ingrid Anderson Mary Callahan ‐ Memory of Ingrid Anderson Bob Kluender ‐ Memory of Mary Jane Volenec Jo Ann Balk ‐ Memory of Mary Jane Volenec Marcus & Shirley Barden ‐ Memory of Mary Jane Volenec Pardeeville Area Business Assoc. ‐ Memory of Marion Lawrence Larry & Sandra Gustafson ‐ Memory of Evelyn Gustafson J & Patricia Thompson ‐ Memory of Ethel Durst Carole Howe ‐ Memory of Ethel Durst Linda Allen ‐ Memory of Jack Allen Jane Fullerton ‐ Memory of Judy Raus North American Mechanical ‐ Memory of John Relly Alfred Block & Ginnette Luckson ‐ Memory of Joe Morrison Keith & Susan Attwood ‐ Memory of Elton Joe Morrison M. A. Margelowsky ‐ Memory of Joe Morrison Gayle Saffolean ‐ Memory of Joe Morrison Judith Elliott ‐ Memory of Joe Morrison M Jane Offerdahl ‐ Memory of Joe Morrison Gloria Dreyer ‐ Memory of Joe Morrison Janelle Saager ‐ Memory of Joe Morrison Gerald & Laureen Lueck ‐ Memory of Joe Morrison Walgreens Thedore Stehly ‐ Memory of Sandi Kosirog Lee & Kathleen Olson ‐ Memory of Sandi Kosirog Sharyl Kuhl ‐ Memory of Sandi Kosirog Marikaye & Robert Schneiter ‐ Memorial of Sandi Kosirog Lee Wilcox ‐ Memory of Shadow Dean & Barbara Bastow ‐ Memory of Kathleen Dykstra Allen & Judy Thomas ‐ Memory of Kathleen Dykstra Lois & Timothy Tobin ‐ Memory of Kathleen Dykistra Ernest Wolff Jr. ‐ Memory of Kathleen Dykstra Richard Hehm ‐ Memory of Kathleen Dykstra Joan Brenema n ‐ Memory of Kathleen Dykstra Beth Hoskins ‐ Memory of Kathleen Dykstra Robert & Ellen Hull ‐ Memory of Kathleen Dykstra Joyce Scherbert ‐ Memory of Kathleen Dykstra MEMORIALS (continued)
Joyce Gray ‐ Memory of Kathleen Dykstra Suzanne & Laverne Hawley ‐ Memory of Kathleen Dykstra Margaret Becker ‐ Memory of Kathleen Dykstra Severyn Dykstra ‐ Memory of Kathleen Dykstra Ann Andrew ‐ Memory of Kathleen Dykstra Ann Conway ‐ Memory of Kathleen Dykstra Jane Fox‐Anderson _ Memory of Emma Helen Noble ‐ Memory of Vincent Noble Mary Poster ‐ Memory of Alan Oehrlein Jody Oehrlein ‐ Memory of Alan Oehrlein Alan Oehrlein Estate ‐ Memory of Alan Oehrlein Ray & Marilyn Chavera ‐ Memory of Elizabeth Anderson MEMBERSHIPS
Gene Patrick Betty Wiesshoff Jack & Karen Gordon Nina Donnelley Henry Cat Timothy Cat Noel Cat Snowball Cat George Hamilton Cat Sparkler Cat Shadow Cat Ranger Horse MenAora Horse Hlani Sabr Hors Sundae Goat Truffles Goat Flame Goat Gizmo Goat Paul & B. J. Collins Beth Hoskins Kay Fehrman William & Patricia Bendoritis Tom Schneider Donna Ladd Bob Johnson Rachel Dahl Joe & Michele Baillies Richard Lemke Page 9 of 12
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MEMBERSHIPS
MEMBERSHIPS
CASH DONATIONS
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Margaret Becker Mary Gorsuch Patricia Miller Sean & Renae McMahon Hderbert & Ardyth Jones Marjorie Kerr Shirley Stoltenberg Edwin & Carolyn Hallett Pearl Salmon Bette Jarvis Lisa Carlson Ronald & Nancy Shain Linda Wacholtz Robert & Elizabeth Brozowski Royden & Jean Atkinson Marliss Dierdorff Janice Hartwig Janis & Joseph Zidek Anita Guthrie Mary Weyh Kate & Matt Woerpel Todd Taylor Kristen Wienholtz Beverly Chelcun Amy Tarkenton Steven Kronzer Irene Whitmore Jessica Barman Joseph & Jamie Peterson Linda Wald Jerry & Sandy Schoenemann Judith Susmilch Amelia Erbs Paul & Susan Seibold Louise Nielsen & Abby J Kimball Marley Melissa Lewandowski William & Janice Haupt Patricia O'Connor Phil & Chris Brooks Eileen Laqnkow Andrea & Jonathan Schneiter Terri Rees Lee &Melissa Fello Molly Kelley Zeno Dietrich Jean Simonson Kristin Casucci Mary & Larry Bielke Vicki Stebbins Darlene Krause Gregory & Karla Lawrence Jane Manke Patricia Alt Violet Burmeister Marjorie Knuteson Brenda Miller Timothy Cat Hankins Debbie Polubinsky Mary Moses Ray & Marlene Higley Mykiah Schumann Pflanz, Mantey, Mendrala Funeral Home Wesley & Stephanie Smith Robert Phillips Dustylee & Arthur Gray Robert Fenner Jr. Alan Cain Darrel & Debbie Kuhl Family William & Carolyn Shelton Jr Wild Bird Barn Cindy & Mike Carter Oelke Construction Company, Inc. Lisa Adams Scott & Melissa Lueptow Julian & Susan Cheney Phyllis Gorman Barbara Gerstenkorn Jerry & Sandy Schoenemann David & Jennifer Mikes Rhys Brenner Mary & Joseph Benusa II Robert & Lorraine Schmedlin Robert Blayney Estate Brian Graham Dr. Stewart Taylor John Anchor Connie Weyh Kathy & Dale Peterson Catherine Mender Alvin Leeg William Tierney James Clemons Walter & Karen Bublitz Mark & Pam Madigan Glenn & Marybeth Deedon Sharon Miller Carrie Reinwand & Jim Roach Lori Nelson Lisa Shier Margaret Burress Community Bank of Portage Virginia Nelson Air‐Portage Inc Diane Gormiak Gail & Charles Henderson Amanda & Matthew Frankewicz Bernice Barbour Foundation Inc Scott & Theresa Bauer Robert Phillips John & Deb Crawford Bonnie Alton Michael & Sandra Walters Jennifer Masino Kim & Shane McPeak Pierces Supermarket Patricia Schnering Mark Bond Stephen & Marilyn Schwarz Barb Bett & Jay Jackson Richard & June Kleinheinz Dan & Christine Daley K.J. & Tom Wakefield Cory & Sally Chapman Steven & Judith Rubert Kevin Gee & Kate Koberle Deborah Rohrbeck Donna Eberhart Margery Staudenmayer Estate Dan Arnce Todd & Lonna Calkins Dustin & Pamela Mueller James & Barbara Nelson Adeline Vassallo Rebecca DuVall John Hendren & Kathleen Haas Lauren & Alex LaMar Mary Novak Kwik Trip Elizabeth Bennett Spectrum Brands Inc Rayovac on behalf of it's employees Donnalyn Anderson Bridget Stafford Claudia Perez Richard & Kathy Anderson Frank Petras Joel Halge Darlene Krause Summit Credit Union Sandra Cooley Steven Kolakowski Kevin & Mary Henrikson Charles Polston Elaine Bailey Family Cambria‐Friesland NHS Page 10 of 12
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CASH DONATIONS
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Jessica Warwick & Nathan Dengiw Allan & Mary Brown Melody Doyle Ginger Mittelstaedt & Free Spirit Travel Lodi Canning Co Sandi Kosirog Alison Shea James Lacy Susan Riley Thomas Schneider Ann McNulty Steven & Nanch Biesenthal Jackie Hansen Amber Dickson Julie Ferguson U S Bones Steve & Janet Payne James & Judith Ramsey Mark & Tammy Frederikson Mary Gorsuch Marie Larson Gullickson Living Trust Jean Ellis Jody Knott Irene Hart Mary Ann & John Hetreed Beverly & Donald Hoffmann Linda Williamson Justin & Jennifer Nickel Denise & Roichard Gregoris Jean Simonson Anne & Edward Lukaszewicz Julia Jiannacipoulos Mark & Melanie Roberts John Henning & Nicki McGrew Wisconsin Reinsurance Corp Golden Gossip Club Lisa Adams Ruth Schultz Rainmakr Polymera ‐ Laurie Balzer Marsha Urbaniak Nancy & Alan Rhode Smiley Law Office Jane & Jeff Breuer Karen Millard Meredith Muhle Delbert & Darla Sanders Raymond Weigel David & Kelley Riesher Paul Bredeson Marvin & Mary Grossman Donna Zant Michele Wuetrich Frances Trojan Jan Borchert Robin Kvalo Kim Gavinski Arlington Prairie Producers 4‐H Oelke Construction Co Culver's Judy & Phillip Rygiewicz Betty Hall Sherry & Frank Yaktus Anonymous Sara Hendrickson Michele Schlieckau Kelly Stahl Camillea & Daniele Richards Jenny Knutson Kristie Bond Steven Novak Jay & Vicky Hanson Phil Koch Alliant Energy Foundation Laura Robicheau Jennifer Brandner North Scott 4‐H Club Wal Mart Outing ‐ Purina CASH DONATIONS
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Divine Savior Healthcare Employees David & Debra Fairbanks Nicole & Tyler Wollert Ann Vogl Cara Miller Deana Toutz Susan Dotski Mounds Robyn Austen Larry & Sandra Gustafson Janet Ryce Linda Schultz Wendi Bruman Mary Lehman Ima Marten Marlin Dierdorff Barb Hill Dana Olson Gale Martell Nic Burns Scott Brown Brooke Harkner Polly Nachreiner Judy Knott Kelly Nett Grace & Nanielle Rabl Rita Jacobson Jessica Hast NON-CASH DONATIONS
Karen Zepeski Donna Pritchard Laurie Zach Kyra Granberg Dotty Sutfin Ray O Vac Employees Jim Dalton Poynette Inch United Rosemary Minnema Methodist Church Sheri Ketaskum Poynette Public Library Tracy Gardner for Dean Clinic Levee Resturant Joe Kizko Sarah Krueger Delbert & Darla Sanders Tiffany Boodry Tom Bruboski Darlene Krause JeffGunager Carol Beck Frank Petra Kris Holtan Mary Ringelstetter Aanya Hohlstein Pets of Portage Mr & Mrs Jack Kestin Madi & Ashlyn Routson Mr & Mrs William Kelly Dale & Karen Stiller Cambria‐Friesland NHS Neva Kotajarui Kris Oosterhouse Nina Davis Peggy Burres JMD Carpentry Mary Lou Grossman Sarah & Gene Erickson Kathryn Huebner Marilyn Dekan Amy Arunson Scott & Tonya Bock Kerena &Kayla Staveness Lori Olson Patty Koch Pat Fassbender Ann Dehn Melissa Young Barb Bergstrom Pastor Steve & Sue Relley Page 11 of 12
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