May - MaxFund

Volume XX VI Number IV
BOOTS
By Heidi Hahn
n the night of the 2013 Puttin’ on the Max it was
announced that a little cat was fighting for her life
in an emergency clinic. She had just received a
blood transfusion, and major surgery. No other details were
given. This cat was a young, beautiful, very shy, and obviously
pregnant teenager that was befriended by a Denver couple
who named her “Boots.” This story, unfortunately, is a
common one. A cute kitten or puppy is adopted until it
becomes time that he or she is no longer a free gift.
Vaccinations and spay, or neuter, can be an impossible
expense for many families. Abandonment in the alley
frequently follows, which is a major reason why the
MaxFund set up its public low-cost Wellness Clinic.
It took a lot of love, effort, money donated by you
MaxFunders, expert veterinary care from both MaxFund
Wellness Center and Access Emergency Service, and time
donated by staff and volunteers, but Boots’ story has a
happy ending. She has found a forever home.
In Boots’ case, everything went okay (despite no vaccinations)
until delivery time. She got out one live kitten before her
young body let her down; she couldn’t generate enough
power in her exhausted uterus to expel the others. When
they found her twenty-four hours later with the leg of one
dead kitten extending out of her, while she was vainly
straining away, the couple brought Boots and her one kitten
to the MaxFund Wellness Center and relinquished her.
A Caesarian delivered one more kitten; we also performed
an ovariohysterectomy (a spay – but a very complicated
one because of the infection that followed the death and
decomposition of the middle kitten). At first it seemed that
Boots’ problems were solved, but she had absorbed too
much infection and it went into her bloodstream. Her kittens
died from her toxic milk and now she is also facing death.
Boots was taken to Access Veterinary Emergency. Their
surgery and twenty-four hour medical care have pulled her
through, although it took months of rehabilitation at
MaxFund Wellness Center and in foster care before Boots
was ready for adoption. Foster care was particularly
valuable in her case because of her extreme shyness.
Once again MaxFund volunteers fill a critical need.
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Boots
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DO YOU KNOW MOE?
By Ilene Johnson
Moe is a sweet young Chihuahua who is only 10 months
old. He has an adorable smile.
FROM THE WORLD OF GUS
Spring has sprung.
The grass has riz.
I bet I know
Where Gypsy is.
Gypsy loves to dig the dirt.
Soil, not gossip, is her thing.
Flinging dirt with all four feet
Is, simply, everything!
We love the Spring
Because it’s warm,
And because it makes
The birds and bees to swarm.
Myself, I just love the grass,
Romping, rolling, wonderful feel;
Bursting out all over the place,
Grass must have God’s holy seal!
Pardon my little lapse into rhyme. They say that Spring
is when a young man’s fancy turns to love, or to baseball.
Wouldn’t it be natural for a silly young dog’s fancy to
turn to “dog-eral?”
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He is an extraordinarily friendly boy who loves people.
There is also no doubt that he gets along very well with
other dogs. One of the volunteers who have fallen in
love with him said that Moe loves to go on walks with
other dogs, and has a wonderful time in play groups
with other small dogs.
As an added bonus…Moe also adores kids, and would
love to meet yours. All in all, he is a very sociable little guy.
Moe is very quiet in his kennel. He does have a very
cute habit that we have seen: he likes to growl at his toys
and attack them. It really is fun to watch. Of course,
we’re sure he has a lot of other cute habits that you will
discover when you take him home.
This sweet youngster is patiently waiting for his forever
home. Please come visit him at MaxFund.
___________________
THINK ABOUT US
What better legacy could you leave
than to include us in your will?
The love goes on!
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A CAT’S UNIVERSE
by Snoopy & Gizmo
Hello Again
Well I heard Big D (Snoopy’s dad) talking about something called “genealogy.” He told someone that
working on it is his hobby. Evidentially some 2-leggers are interested in who they are related to and
where their families came from so they do this genealogy thing. As Big D is always on the computer I
figure he gets his information from there, but I don’t understand the fascination with knowing about
people who are not here. I asked Snoopy if he knew about it, since he travels with Mom and Big D. He
said that when they travel they sometimes go to visit people they have found to be relatives; seems
strange to me. Snoopy and I do not know who our parents are or if we have any brothers or sisters. We
are just happy that we have a nice warm home with 2-leggers who love and take care of us. My big
question is “what is a hobby and should I get one?”
Oh Bother! We had to hold Snoopy’s paw for 4 days while Mom went to get a new knee. She must have
really had to go quite a distance to be gone so long. Snoopy is just a mess when he does not get to go
with her. He comes up here, whines and lies all over our 2 leggers and steals all the love time from the
rest of us. I did not know 2 leggers could get stuff like that but if she needs another one I and going to
suggest she just go to a lot closer store, get one off the shelf, and come straight home!
Guess that’s all for now.
Your Cat Reporter, Gizmo
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www.maxfund.org
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Carolyn Venard
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Heidi Hahn
Franny Syufy
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Ilene Johnson
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Published monthly by MaxFund
Animal Adoption Center, a true no-kill
shelter to provide medical care for
injured dogs and cats with no known
owners, and to find new homes for
these animals once they are recovered.
The MaxFund is committed to the
following goals:
–Develop and implement educational programs pertaining to animal
care, with emphasis on the importance of
spay/neutering.
–Disseminate information on
spay/neuter facilities and conduct
spay/neuter clinics for low-income families.
–Be a spokesperson for the animals
on issues of animal welfare.
–Cooperate with other animal
facilities/shelters in the accomplishment
of the above goals.
Contributions for this newsletter are
welcome. Please check the back page
of newsletter for each month’s deadline.
We especially enjoy letters and photos
from animals adopted from our shelter.
MaxFund Animal Adoption Center
720 West 10th Avenue | Denver, Colorado 80204
Phone (720) 266-6081
www.maxfung.org
Wellness Clinic (303) 595-0532
www.maxfundclinic.org
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Adopt a Lifelong
Companion
and a Friend Forever
ADRIAN
Adrian is a young black lab mix. He is
well-mannered and smart. Knows
basic commands. Housetrained.
BEN
Ben is a young fun-loving black lab
mix. He is very smart, well-behaved
and eager to learn.
VELCRO
Velcro is a big teddy bear. He’s
a sweet, fat-cheeked, saucy
loverboy. Quite the lovebug.
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KODA
Koda is a very sweet, well-mannered
Shepherd mix girl. She is quiet,
easy-going and affectionate.
GOBOTS
Gobots is a little unsure about
people so he will need patience. He
has lots to offer his new family.
BUCKLEY
Buckley just loves being petted.
Gets along great with people of all
ages including children.
MISHA
Misha is an Australian KelpieRottweiler mix. She is intelligent.
Needs an active home.
MICHELE O
Michele is a special young lady
with a strong, proud heart. Come
see her and you will love her
right from the start.
ROCCO
Rocco is a pretty mellow guy.
He loves to sit in the sun.
Come see him.
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Come Join the Fun at the
MaxFund Animal Adoption Center’s
Lu c k y Mu t t St r u t
Fun-loving folks with or without their canine friends are welcome!
Make tracks for the MAX in our 5k FUN walk or run! Picnic afterwards.
When:
Time:
Saturday, June 7, 2014
7:30 am — 8:45 am check-in/registration
Runners — 9:00 am (rain or shine)
Walkers — 9:15 am
Pre-Registration Fee:
Event Day Fee:
Team Registration:
Lazy Dogz and Sleepy Catz:
$30.00 Adults | $20.00 Children under 12 years
$35.00 Adults | $25.00 Children under 12 years
$100 for 5 People
$30.00 (stay in bed and still support MaxFund)
Please take the time to find people to make pledges on your walk/run.
Register online and build your own pledge raising page. Prizes will be offered for the most funds raised!
MaxFund depends on donations to care for and place 1,000 animals per year. Every dollar helps! The more we can
raise for our “Lucky Mutts and Friendly Felines,” the more animals we can help find a “second leash” on life.
To pre-register online visit www.maxfund.org
and click on the “Lucky Mutt Strut”
or call 303-547-6195. For $5.00 more per
runners or walkers, you may also register at
7:30 a.m. the morning of the event.
(2k route available as well
for runners and walkers)
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MAXFUND’S
MAILBAG
Dear MaxFund,
Thank you for my dog and cat.
Gandhi (cat) is on oral chemo for
lymphoma and doing well but cannot
be cured. The dog (Papon) is a
Chihuahua-Terrier and a handful
but is very spoiled. I love all my pets.
~Ann Waite
Thank You!
Jenna McDonald, Jose Pineto and
Zachery Denning from George
Washington High School brought
in some bags with donations that
they spent collecting for the
MaxFund. The donations were for
both the dogs and the cats.
Thank you so much from all the
furry purries!
IF I WERE YOUR DOG...
www.wooftunes.com
If I were your dog…
I’d sleep more deeply,
I’d rest more soundly,
I’d feel that safe.
If I were your dog…
I’d lick you good morning,
I’d lick you good evening,
I’d lick your whole dang face!
If I were your dog…
I’d walk around proudly,
I’d bark less loudly,
I’d be that confident.
If I were your dog…
I’d never leave your side,
I’d take you out for rides,
I’d be a source of pride.
If I were your dog…
I’d be truly happy,
I’d be over the moon,
I’d be that grateful.
Hey, wait a minute – I’m all those things and more!
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ABOUT GIZMO....
By Ilene Johnson
izmo is a year old Chihuahua mix. This
handsome boy is currently in foster care, and
is looking for his forever home.
Gizmo’s foster mom provided a very glowing report.
She stated that Gizmo loves walks, hikes, and most of
all, being with his human companions. Gizmo is a
quiet boy, but does get excited when he sees his people
coming home, and when he knows he is going out for
a walk. He dances around in circles and makes a singing
bark, which his foster family finds absolutely adorable.
Gizmo is able to take very long, strenuous hikes in
the mountains. His idea of heaven is running
through tall grass and wading in streams.
He can be a little shy at first, but warms up quickly,
and is quite a cuddly little boy. His foster mom also
reported that he loves to lie in the crook of your arm
while you are reading a book or relaxing, and that
Gizmo lies on her husband’s chest with his head
under her husband’s neck.
Gizmo also enjoys sitting on a dining room chair while his
human companions visit or have dinner. He is very polite,
and is fascinated by, and loves to watch what is going on.
He is also quite the ladies’ man – he loves his female
foster sisters, and cuddles with them, as well as
cleans and grooms their faces. He also gets along
with his foster brother. And, as if he does not sound
perfect enough already, he also gets along with cats.
Gizmo’s ideal home would be one with active adults,
and older, dog-savvy children. He currently lives
with a 12 year old boy. Although he loves other dogs,
he would be perfectly content being the only pet.
AND TOFU....
By Ilene Johnson
ofu is a gorgeous 6 year
old German
shepherd mix. “Tofu”
may seem like an
inappropriate name
for a dog, seeing that
they are hardly vegetarians, but tofu is
silky and smooth, so is in fact a really appropriate
name, since Tofu has a sleek, silky, soft black coat.
Tofu is a very sweet girl who was adopted from
MaxFund when she was a puppy and has been
returned to us for through no fault of her own. She
loves to go for walks. She is good on a leash, and on
a recent walk, I noticed how alert she is to her
surroundings, observing people, other dogs, and
watching the world go by.
Tofu would do best with an active family, as she is
not a couch potato. She does love to run and play.
She is good with other dogs, and would have to meet
any potential new family’s dogs. A new home with
cats may not be advisable, as we’re not sure how she
is around them. As well, a home with small children
may not best for Tofu, because she would love to lick
them in the face, and may well knock them over!
Tofu has been known to jump a 4 foot tall chain link
fence with the grace of an Olympic athlete, so needs
a home with a tall fence.
She is a lovely girl who is waiting for a loving, active
home. Please come to meet her.
Please contact his
foster mom at
[email protected]
or (303) 526-8129, so
that you can meet the
amazing Gizmo.
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PET VISITATION FOR THE AGED
AND CHRONICALLY ILL
By William A. Suro, VMD
he MaxFund has had a long and very successful history in this heartwarming activity.
Everyone knows how much emotional, and
medical, value has been proven from the effect of
animal contact. In one case in our program an aged
patient in an “old folks” home had outlived all her
friends and family. She gradually withdrew from
human contact to the extent that attendants had not
witnessed any conversation with anyone in over a
year. At our first visit to that institution, one particular dog seemed to seek her out, didn’t want to leave
her bedside, and continued to whimper and “talk” to
her despite not getting any encouragement that he
could see from the patient. This behavior by the dog
continued in following visits and gradually the
woman began to hang her hand down to pet the dog
and be licked. Long story short: after talking to the
dog for a few visits, the woman began to talk again
with the attendants, and gradually came back in contact not only with the dog, but the people in her life.
Pet visitation programs require someone who feels
real dedication to the project. It takes time to qualify
the dogs (and a few cats), organize the volunteers,
find places (retirement homes, long term rehabilitation centers, etc.) that wish to cooperate with us, and
generally make it happen. When the leader of our
past program withdrew from the MaxFund Pet
Therapy Program, the program disintegrated.
We would like very much to find someone else to
volunteer to take over this program. If you could do
this, or know someone who would, we would appreciate your getting in touch with us. This enterprise
won’t make the MaxFund rich or famous but is one
of the many things that we can do to make God’s
world a more warm and loving place. We will change
the name from “Pet Therapy” to “Pet Visitation” to
remove the confusion from “therapy for pets” to
“therapy by pets.”
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BE CAREFUL WHAT YOU PLANT
Courtesy of American Humane Society
hether in the garden or in your home,
plants provide us with immense beauty.
Unfortunately, many of those plants are
also poisonous to pets. Plants which are not toxic to
people, like the hibiscus and the Easter lily family,
may cause renal failure in cats and excessive fluid
loss in dogs. A morsel of mistletoe can cause digestive upset as well as irregular heartbeats and possibly
cardiac shock in pets. Common houseplants, like the
philodendron and Dieffenbachia (dumb cane), contain
oxalate crystals that can cause your pet’s mouth and
throat to swell, making him unable to eat.
Because pets chew on almost anything, you’ll want to
remove or secure plants that are especially dangerous
to your pet. Learn the types and names or plants that
you have in your yard in case of an accident.
If your pet does chew on a plant, immediately
remove the plant from their mouth and rinse their
mouth out gently with water. Identify the plant your
pet ate and call your veterinarian. Watch for excessive or
foamy salivation and changes in the skin around the
mouth, eyes, or paws.
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CATS BEING CATS
Cats are at their best when simply being themselves
By Franny Syufy; About.com
Although this article attempts to give cats human-like attributes, as we humans are prone to do, please read it
with a grain of salt. We all know that cats are at their very best when they are being themselves: wonderful,
furry individuals, mysterious, elusive, and ever-changing.
Cats reason and scheme.
everal years ago, we had two cats rescued from the local shelter, named Tiger and Figero. One evening,
Hubby (heretofore to be known as "Asa") and Tiger were enjoying a little after-dinner reparteé; as they
watched television, Tiger was curled up on Hub's lap, blissfully enjoying a little ear-scratching. Figero
watched this scene sulkily for a few moments, her turned-back ears and lashing tail signalling her annoyance.
Finally, she visibly relaxed and gave a provocative little cry, a sort of “chirrup”. Tiger’s ears perked (he was
always game for a little play), and Figero (the hussy),winked and “chirirupped” again. In a flash, Tiger was off
Hub's lap, racing to the bait. They nearly collided mid-path, as Figuero raced past him toward the prize, the lap.
In those days, Asa and I had not yet learned to respect our cats' dignity, and our raucous laughter laid back
the ears of a very embarrassed Tiger, as he washed in an effort to compose himself. Figuero just smiled and
purred, as she enjoyed the comfort of the lap.
A few conclusions are apparent from this small vignette:
1. Figuero expressed emotion: Jealousy.
2. Figuero demonstrated reasoning: She knew the lap would hold only *one* cat.
3. Figuero schemed to trick Tiger off Asa’s lap, and successfully carried it through.
4. Tiger was extremely embarrassed by the entire episode.
5. Tiger learned from this lesson: The next time Figero pulled this trick he ignored her.
Cats understand reading.
If you doubt my words, just try to spread out and enjoy your morning paper, with a cat in the house. You know
exactly what will happen, don't you? Yep, His Honor will awaken, stretch,yawn, and casually stroll to you, hop
from floor to lap to table in a wink and gracefully arrange himself exactly in the center of the article you are
reading. Heaven help you if you try to dislodge him from his position. What cats understand about reading, is
that it is an engrossing occupation that their humans assume, which takes attention away from them. They view
your reading as a challenge to assert their primary place in your attention.
Cats are jealous of human competition.
Our oldest cat, Bubba, was found by my son as a kitten several years ago, playing with the river-rats at the bridge-head
nearby. Asa emphatically told my son and I, "You have three days to find him a home. We don't need another cat."
A couple of days later, Asa was to be seen walking around with the kitten wrapped around his neck, purr-singing
to beat the band. "Friendly little guy, isn't he?" he grinned. The cat now weighs close to 14 pounds, but still
asserts his place, wrapped around Asa's neck.
The bond between those two is incredibly strong. Bubba sees me as an unwelcome competitor for Asa's attentions. He lies wedged against Hubby's side in the evening, watching TV, and growls at me if I try to move him to
get some attention of my own. Same story in the bedroom. Guess who sleeps in the middle?
The only time Bubba views me with less than disdain is when Asa is at work during the week.Then, on occasion, he will sidle
up to me and run his full body length along my leg, marking me as 'his person'. He will sing his particular purr and allow me
to stroke him and scratch his ears. If I am particularly lucky, he will chirrup, get that look, and with no further warning, catapult
himself to my chest, where I am expected to catch him and boost him to my shoulders so he can wrap himself around my
neck. But when Asa is around, he gives me that "who are you?" look and cuddles up to his best human buddy.
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DONATIONS
Thanks to the following people
and businesses whose generous contributions help all the animals.
Adamson, Leonard
Aetna Foundation
Allstate
Arc Thrift Stores
Baker, Jetta
Bioletti, Robin
Bruce, Jennifer
Busch, Wendy
Calhoun, Pamela
Campbell, Christie
Carlisle, Courtney
Clare, Christopher & Kelly
Classic Travel
Coffman, Natalie
Corle, Gail
Custer, Jeffrey
Davis, Janet
Dermer, Diane
Directv
Driscoll, Alana
Duncan, Lanette
Eakin, Debra & Jeffrey
Edmiston, Irene
Excel Energy
Foster, Brandon & Hilarie
Four By Four Dog 4-H Club
French, Patrick & Elizabeth
Fromme, Gary & Nancy
Gance, Rachael
Garrett, Rachelle
Geist, Donald
Gillespie, Shirley & Eugene
Glenn, John
Goss, Tate & Connie
Halliburton
Hardwick, Dr. Sally
Haugan, Mary Groebe
Heaton, David & Jennifer
Hoffman, Patricia
Hoffner, Brad
Hopper, Melanie
Hunter Douglas
IBM
Jacobs, Kathleen
Jones, Abby
Joseph, Paul & Diane
Kamau-Small, Ylonna
Kammerer, Annika & Kersti
Kaumeier, Rick
Keasling, Rick
Kellogg, George & Yvonne
Kern, Betty
Kirshner, Naomi
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Kiser, Rona
Kokesh, Patricia
Krinsky, Joshua
Lambert, Stephen
Lampman, Don & Paula
Lane, Jennifer
Laselle, Kent
Latshaw, Rhonda
Leiper-Coble, Jenny
Lent, Mariann
Levine, Amy & Gemma
Long, Linda
Louie, Regger & Rick
Luedke, Joan
Lundgren, Jennifer
Maslanik, Anne
Mathews, Denis & Jennie
Matthews, Judy Gay
McLaughlin, Edward
& Stephanie
Medema, Debra
Miller, James
Moisson, Jesse
Moler, Daniel
Moredock, Duane
& Dorothy
Motykowski, Brian
Murray, Kelly
Newman’s Own
Foundation
Ortiz, Ivy
Palmer, Mary Ann
Patterson, Mary
Phan, Chi Phuong
Ramelow, Jo Ann
Renegade Brewing
Company
Renquist, Maria
Rodgers, Gary & Rosemary
Roesch, Elma & Edmond
Rosenberg, Janie & Gary
Ross, Michael
Rubinowitz, Martin
& Marsha
Russell, Fae
Salazar, Gabrielle
Sarace, Linda
Schade, Randy
Schmied, Jeb
Schuck, Doug
Schuman, Terry
Sears, Carol
Sharoff, Julia
Shelton, John & Donna
Sipos, James & Suzan
Smith, Ardy
Sorrentino, Robert
& Helen
Soule, Ronald & Nancy
Spita, Walter & Joyce
Stanberry, Debra
Stevens, Shirley
Stolworthy, Emily
Storz, Michele
The Serenity Shoppe
The Stephen T.
Braverman Trust
Tinnin, Robert & Joan
Tizon, Valentina
Trimbach, Sandra
Truist
UnitedHealth Group
Van Ausdall, Aimee
Vickery, Sangmin Kim
Voras, Gerry & Christina
Waite, Ann
Wells Fargo
Wertz, Etta
West Horizon
Adventures, Inc.
Williams, Lee
Wiscamb, Merrie
Yoho, Kristi
YourCause, LLC
AUTO DONORS
Albu, Hope
Baum, Karen
Beck, Ann
Buckner, Sandra
Carle, Jonathan
Carmany, Jeanette
Curran, Nancy
Daugherty, Katherine
Eiland, Denise
Falasco-Hatter, Nancy
Freese, Lynae
Hand, Jayna
Hannum, Marcia
Hartbarger, Hazel
Hartman, Mary
Hidalgo, Mark
Hull, Naomi
Jacobsen, Ellen
Janisch, Gloria
Johnston, Karen
Kearns, John
Kinsey, Jennifer
Lentsch-Richter, Margy
& Josh
Levin, Gail
Lutz, Catherine
Malaby, Carolyn
Martinson, Sheryl
Matheis, Emily
McDonald, Todd S.
McNabnay, Kira
Murphy, Jr., Paul J.
Obeslo, Joan
Pace, Angela
Patrick, Bettye
Pearson, Sharron
Ready, Nancy & Dwight
Rossitto, Janie
Rotgers, Allan
Ryan, Scott
Saalwaechter, Joan
Serkes, Nanette
Sims, Jeff
Smith, Janice
Suro, Anne
Trehern, Lanita G.
Wall, William
MEMBERSHIPS
Arp, Max & Marilyn
Bell, Mary
Bomber, Mark
Bourdeau, Denis & Ilene
Campbell, Benita
& Edward
Carrara, Paul
Christenson, Craig
Donigan, Laura
Douglas, Tamarinda
Emerson, Diana
Carder, Carolyn
Shupe, John
Austin, James
Damsgaard, Ginni
& Dennis
Wening, Diana
Clark, Laurel
Stevenson, Tracey
Fegley, Pryce A.
Martin, Bill
Satriano, Liz
Saltzman, Bonnie
Hoard, Lawrence
German, Andrea
Gottschling, Stan
Hill, Sharon
Kirkpatrick, Diane
Krugman, Vicki & Jim
Kuster, Blair
McGuire, Eve
McLane, Trisha
Melemans, Shirley D.
Miller, Jody
Moser, Joan
O’Callaghan, Julie
O’Reilly, Kathy
Pietrafeso, Barbara
Postillion, Irma
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Rickaby, Gail
Rose-Scanlon, Ellen
Russell, Bill
Schoenborn, Susan
Thomas, Frances
Tyler, Ida
Wiegers, Carole
Wildhalm, Kathy & Gene
PET PALS
Albu, Hope
Allee, Susan
Andrews, Nancy
Arnold, Elizabeth
Beck, Anne
Bishop, Marcia Hewitt
Call, Cris
Clark, Charlene
Cohron, Steve & Melissa
Cracchiolo, Cari
DeGennaro, Helen
Emerich, Monica
Everding, Fred &
Josephine
Foraker, Peggy
& Danny Stacy
Fredricey, Donald
& Michelle
Gilmore, Joan
Goldberg, Carol
Hand, Jesse
Hartbarger, Hazel
Heiberg, Beth & Elvin
Hildenbrand, Maggie
Hlewko, Lauren
Houle, Stephen
Jacobsen, Ellen
Kafadar, Shirene
Lachowetz, Debra
Lentsch-Richter, Margy
& Josh
Levin, Gail
Long, Linda
Louvado, Michelle
McLerran, Russ,
Monica & Lynn
Meyers, Larry
& Mary Ann
Mostow, Susan
Murdock, Bob
Perrault, Michael
Quinn, Sharon
Saly, Joy
Sammons, Susanna, Jim
Lykins & Della & Kona
Selvaggi, Lara
Sewald, Susan & Mark
Shifers, Ron
Slomczewski, Laura
& John
Smith, Janice
Stanwood, Grant
Tanoue, Tami
Whitaker, Andrea
Williamson, Cindy & Jim
MaxFund does not rent or
sell its mailing list.
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MONTHLY DONATIONS
Thank you to the following people who generously send
in a donation every month. WE COUNT ON YOU!
Allee, Susan
Baker, Jetta
Bana, Kathleen
Banks, Jen
Bernal, Bonnie
Bostrom, Lauren
Brown, Jeff
Brumbaugh, Roland
Bueno, Frankie
Carter, Stacy & Matt
Caruso, Steve
Corle, Gail
Cracchiolo, Cari
Curley, Kimberly
Davis, Joseph
Dean, David
de Gortari, Jennifer
DeShazer, Vince
Dougherty, Nicholas
Driver, Nancy
Duncan, Lanette
Eackles, David
Endicott, John
Farrell, Suzy
Furnas, Katherine
Gillespie, Shirley & Eugene
Goolsby, John
Haber, Judith
Hardwick, Dr. Sally
Heaton, David & Jennifer
Hlewko, Lauren
Hoffman, Patricia
Hoffman, William, Judith,
& Michael
Houle, Stephen
Howe, Robert
Hubbell, Margot
Kahler, Vicki
Kammerer, Annika & Kersti
Kaumeier, Rick
Kellogg, George & Yvonne
Kern, Betty
Kirshner, Naomi
Kiser, Rona
Kokesh, Patricia
Krinsky, Joshua
Lachowetz, Debra
Lambert, Stephen
Lampman, Paula & Donald
LaFleur, Anne & Jacques
Latshaw, Rhonda L.
Leppke, Megan
Levine, Amy & Gemma
Louvado, Michelle
Love, Susan
Loveless, Tom
Lucas, Valerie
Luedke, Joan
Marsh, Susan
Maslanik, Anne M.
McCorry, K.J.
McKelvey, Elizabeth
Mile Hi Classified
Miller, James
Miller, Susan
Murdock, Bob
Murray, Kelly
Ognibene, Todd
Ortiz, Ivy
Patterson, Mary J.
Pelphrey, Darrin
Perrault, Michael
Ramelow, Jo Ann
Rather, Joan
Raymond, Sue
Renquist, Maria E.
Rioux, Trish
Rodgers, Rosemary
Roesch, Elma & Edmond
Rubinowitz, Martin
& Marsha
Russell, Fae
Sammons, Susanna & Jim
Lykins & Della & Kona
Sanders, Sandy
Schantz, Michelle
Schuck, Doug
Selvaggi, Lara
Sewald, Susan
Shelton, John & Donna
Shifers, Ron
Sims, Jeff
Sipos, James & Suzan
Smith, Ardy
Smith, Laurie
Sorrentino, Helen & Robert
Stevens, Shirley
Straley, Janis
The Serenity Shoppe
Thomas, James
Tom’s Home Cookin’, Inc.
Valdez, Alex
Vermilio, Ryan & Robyn
Vickery, Sangmin Kim
Voras, Gerry & Christina
Waite, Ann
Walker, Tom
Whitaker, Andrea
Williams, Lee
Wiscamb, Merrie
Yergler, Cynthia
Zanabria, Sasha
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Memorials
Silent Paws
In honor of Newman, who started as a Granddog &
became the grandest dog in Mike & Shirley Brisnehan’s
life. Love ya, “New”! – Barb Kemper & Joe Towey
In memory of Bo – Joseph Davis
In memory of Scooter, adorable Westie, loved and
cherished by Mike & Kathy Miles – Janice Eckhardt
In memory of Kelly & Molly Everding’s beloved, Minnie
– Fred & Jo Everding
In memory of Precious – Denver Ryden
In loving memory of Chester. We miss you and will
always love you. You are forever in our hearts and
minds. Love, Jeremy & Anna – Chris Jacobsen
In memory of Baney. My friend, I think of you every
day and try to remember the lessons you taught me.
That the sun is life affirming and its warmth should
be enjoyed in abundance. Relax, everything I need
will come to me if I just patiently hang on the sofa
(or bed, or blanket, newspaper, plastic bag, whatever’s
handy, really). Kindly greet those I love – it makes us
all feel good and everyone likes to feel good. Snuggling
is the best thing ever. One can never get enough
snuggle time! Love with all my heart – as painful as it
can be, it is always worth it. These lessons I remember
daily but they are but a drop in the wide ocean of my
fond memories of you. No one will ever replace you in
my heart, no matter how fond I grow. You were always
my best friend, from the very beginning when we fell
in love thru a chain-link fence, until the very end
when cancer claimed your sweet self. Baney, you will
be forever a part of me, representing all that was ever
good in my life. I love you so much! RIP, sweet cheeks
– Beth Seibert-Hoy
In memory of Tonka, a pup who had the joy of being
loved by Dani & Randy Andrews – Bonnie Hartman
In memory of Valentino – Ruth Gregg
In memory of Mr. & Mrs. John Seymour’s beloved cat,
Leah – Linda Ehlers
In memory of Moose – Julie Milavec
In memory of a furry loved one of Mr. and Mrs. Fults
– Bernadette Kelly
In memory of Manny – Lynda Wacht
In memory of Ripasso, my most cherished soulmate who
passed away March 21, 2013 – Anonymous
In memory of Jigger, an amazing soul who brought joy
and inspiration to our entire neighbor for almost 18
years. Your incredible spirit and love of life will be
missed by all who knew and loved you – Kathleen Cram
In memory of sweet Maxine and Willis – Patricia Acks
In memory of Wes & Julie Riber’s beloved dog, Ralph
– Wendy Crist
In memory of Demi, Janet’s sweet companion
– Brad & Margi Miller
In memory of the Dore Family’s dog, Glori – Sandy Parks
In memory of our dear friend Sharon Heinlen’s beloved
kitty, Samantha – Linda & Michael Suter-Gibson
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In memory of Jo Jo – Terry Katz
In memory of Winston Hansen, who was beloved by his
mom and dad, Sonya and Adam Hansen, by his friend
Kristen –Kristen Samu
Silent Memories
In memory of my beloved daughter, Susan Unger
– Joseph Davis
In memory of Honorable Judge Roland J. Brumbaugh –
Howard & Doreen Tallman
Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey Lane
In memory of Donald Okray – John Pringle
In memory of Charles Bauman –
Cheri & Ron Lawrence
Debbie Meyer
Irene Meyer
Dane & Jill Meyer
Pam & Vernon Silvers
Skip & Carol Meyer
In memory of Suzanne Silver – H. Edward Silver
In Honor of Helen Sholand, shelter animal lover.
You will be missed – Jim & Cheryl Gorr
In memory of Harry Richardson – The Saylors
In memory of Deborah’s Mother – Marc Beaudoin
In memory of Frank Tapp –
Jean Loback
Carol Laurie
Diane Turner
Honorable Mentions
In celebration of the life of the Sanders’ Family cat,
Chattie – Tom Ori
In honor of Rio – Carol Greenwald
For Steve Dalton – Pamela Calhoun
To celebrate the adoption of Baxter, Kathi Gaimara’s
sweet new dog – Karen Zollars
In honor of Bags – Paul Simon
In honor of Anisa Shah’s birthday – Glenn & Christl Tate
In honor of Shadow – Janice Singleton
In honor of our darling cat, Caldonia, adopted as a
kitten named Miracle in February, 2011. Thank you
for taking such good care of her – Kirsten Schatz
In honor of Nancy Hurley’s 60th birthday
– Nancy Kotecki-Cole
For my dogs Zeek & Kaylie – Natalie Coffman
Instead of birthday gifts for Ylonna Kamau-Small’s 13th
birthday she asked for money to be donated to the
MaxFund. Thank you for caring about our animals,
Ylonna! – Sylvia Kamau-Small
For Val, Sammy, and Zina. This musician’s equivalent of
a swear jar. XOXO – Rob Reynolds
In honor of Sari Lansky’s birthday –
Sharon Sagel
Estelle Hoehl
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AUTOMATIC DONATION
—THE EASY WAY TO GIVE—
CALL PAULETTE CURRY
AT (720) 266-6081
OR
DONATE USING PAY PAL
WWW.MAXFUND.ORG
THE LEGEND OF RAINBOW BRIDGE
by William N. Britton
This thoughtful book is the Native American story of what happens
to our pets when they die. It was written by the Director of the
Companion Golden Retriever Rescue Program in West Jordan,
Utah. This story makes a perfect gift for anyone who has lost a pet.
You can order your copy from the MaxFund for a $10.00 donation for
each book ordered. Pawnote: This book can be sent as a memorial.
Please sent me_____copy(s) of The Legend of Rainbow Bridge.
Enclose a $10.00 donation for each book ordered, plus S/H charge
of $1.00 for the first book, .50 for each additional book. Please
make checks payable to The MaxFund.
I am enclosing a check for_____________.
Name: _______________________________________________
Street: _______________________________________________
City:____________________________State:_____Zip: ________
Phone #: (_______)_____________________________________
OUR WISH LIST
Purina One Dry Cat Food (Salmon & Tuna)
Purina One Kitten Food Dry and Canned
Friskies Canned Food • Iams for Dogs
(Chicken & Rice or Lamb & Rice)
Large Milk Bones• Cat Litter
KMR Milk Replacement for nursing
Kittens and Puppies
Windex • Stamps
Long Choke Chains • Sturdy Leashes
All sizes dog harnesses
Toys for Dogs and Cats • Cat/dog traps
Packages of Raw Hot Dogs
(dogs are given medication with them)
Bleach • Paper Towels • Toilet Paper Facial
Tissues • Dish Soap • Fans
Whiskas Cat Milk • Large Blankets
(no comforters, please)
Acreage for a Sanctuary—Our Dream
Gift Cards for Petco and PetsMart
ipad and laptops for adoptions
Vist the MaxFund Wish List under
“Find a Gift” on Amazon.com!
Mail to: The MaxFund, 720 W. 10th Ave., Denver, CO 80204
DONATIONS • MEMORIALS • SPECIAL GIFTS
If you would like to make a contribution to The MaxFund Animal Adoption Center to recognize an outstanding achievement or service, to commemorate an occasion, in memory of an individual or pet, or to sponsor a Pet Pal, please complete the following and mail it to The MaxFund, 720
West 10th Ave., Denver, CO 80204 or call 720-266-6081 for more information.
This gift is
[ ] In Memory of (Animal Friend) __________________________(Human Friend)______________________
[ ] In Honor of (Animal Friend) ____________________________(Human Friend)______________________
[ ] For the special occasion of _______________________________
[ ] To sponsor a pet pal ($15 a month). Cat_____Dog_____Either_____Enclosed is_____for_____months.
[ ] Enclosed is my monthly Pledge. Amount__________
[ ] Please contact me to volunteer.
[ ] MaxFund is in my will.
This donation was made by:
Please send an acknowledgement of this gift to:
Name: ___________________________________
Name: ______________________________________
Street: ___________________________________
Street:_______________________________________
City:_____________________________________
City: ________________________________________
State:____________________Zip: _____________
State:_______________________Zip: _____________
Phone: ___________________________________
Email:_______________________________________
Email: ___________________________________
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MaxFund appreciates our dog run and cat colony sponsors!
Support from the following sponsors helps to cover the cost of food, vaccinations and
medical care for the animals at MaxFund. Our sponsors appreciate your business!
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Robert Gratiot
Dog Paintings
www.robgratiot.com
(click on “Good Dogs”)
CRCG (Canine Rehabilitation
And Conditioning Group)
303-762-SWIM
www.dog-swim.com
Alex B. Campbell, Vice President
Enduring Resources, LLC
303-350-5107
[email protected]
Proud Sponsor of Olivia
Proud Sponsor of Teddy
Proud Sponsor of Heidi
small earth vintage
vintage clothing for the
modern person
www.smallearthvintage.com
Lawrence P. Hartlaub
Attorney at Law
720-488-2771
[email protected]
Prestique Exteriors
Roofing, rain gutters, siding,
windows, ext. painting
303-937-ROOF
www.prestiqueexteriors.com
Proud Sponsor of Gina
Proud Sponsor of Boo
Proud Sponsor of Gingersnap
Check us out at:
www.verifyyourroofer.com/prestique
Would you like to do more to help the animals at MaxFund?
Become a dog run or cat colony sponsor today! As a MaxFund
sponsor you’ll receive a 5 x 7 ad space in the lobby of the dog
shelter or cat room wall and you’ll be featured on this page of the
Paw Prints Newsletter! Your monthly donation will help to provide
the necessities for the deserving and appreciative cats and dogs
at MaxFund. For more information call Pam at
719 210-3338 or email [email protected].
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MAXFUND SERVICE
DIRECTORY
Sponsors appearing below either pay $30.00 per
month or they contribute a significant amount of
in-kind donations. If you would like to be listed on
this directory, please contact the MaxFund offices
at (720) 266-6081.
ACCOUNTING SERVICES
Robert D. Colwell, CPA
5728 S. Gallup St.
Littleton, CO 80120 (303) 347-9402
ANTIQUES
Victoriana Antique & Fine Jewelry
1417 Larimer Square, Denver, CO 80202
303.573.5049
www.victorianajewelry.com
They will donate 10% of all sales purchased
on the 1st of each month.
APARTMENT HUNTING
Katie Reardon
MyApartmentMap, LLC
PO Box 1102
Rye, NH 03870-1102
Phone: (603)-319-1712
http://www.myapartmentmap.com/pet_friendly/
MyApartmentMap is a housing search website,
we have pet friendly listings all over the USA.
DOG TRAINING & SERVICES
Teaching in an Effective and Loving Way
Group Classes: Beginning through
Specialized. Behavior Counseling. Boarding
with Training, Reiki, Yoga (with your dog),
Intuitive Readings—10% off any service for
dogs adopted through MaxFund.
The Misha May Foundation,
mutts in safe homes always
Executive Director–Lorraine May 303-239-0382
[email protected].
Canine Rehabilitation
Canine Rehabilitation & Conditioning Group
(CRCG) is 100% dedicated to enhancing and/or
improving a dog’s life and physical abilities
through exercise, recreation, and rehabilitation.
Englewood | Broomfield | Longmont
One number - 303-762-SWIM (7946)
www.dog-swim.com | [email protected]
PET GROOMING
Uncle Dan’s Pet Grooming
Dan Goracke & Kerry Malloy
1440 Carr St., Lakewood, CO 80214
(303) 205-1586 Tues-Sat 7am to 5pm
Waggin’ Tails “The Gentle Touch”
Grooming • 21 Years Experience
4223 S. Broadway, Englewood, CO 80110
(303) 781-9961
PET AND HOME CARE
CIJI’S Natural Pet Supplies
2260 Kearney St.
Denver, CO 80207 (303) 322-8000
Bonnie Simpson, Owner/Mgr.
Paws Up Pet Supply
Promotional offer: When you enter “MAXFUND” in
the coupon area of the checkout you will receive 10%
off your entire order and we will donate 10% or your
order total to MaxFund as well. Your #1 Source For
Anything Pets! http://www.pawsuppetsupply.com
877-604-PUPS(7877)
K-Canine Wellness
Rehab, massage, acupressure, reiki, nutrition
and behavior (303) 324-3911
[email protected]
Angelique Moyer
U Lucky Dog
Denver’s top of the town best doggie daycare
and kennel-free boarding facility
4040 Fox Street
Denver, CO 80216
Phone: 720-328-8179
Fax: 720-292-1817
http://www.uluckydogdenver.com/
REAL ESTATE
Paulette Goemmer, Broker Associate
Keller Williams Real Estate
(720) 313-2176 Mention the MaxFund and
Paulette will donate $250 upon the success of
any Real Estate contract.
Greg Christian, Broker Associate
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
(303) 972-8900 $250 Contribution to
MaxFund on any closed contract.
LOCKSMITH
Sierra Locksmith—Louis Chavez, Owner
7347 W. Kentucky Dr. “B”
Lakewood, CO 80226 (720) 435-7518
Commercial, Residential and Vehicles
RESTAURANT
Tom’s Home Cookin’
Tom Unterwagner and Steve Jankousky
800 E. 26th Ave. (26th Ave. at Clarkson St.)
Denver, CO 80205 (303) 388-8035
MORTGAGE
Michaela Phillips
America’s Mortgage
1942 Broadway St. Ste 314
Boulder, CO 80302
(303) 443-6292
[email protected]
Mention the MaxFund and Michaela will
donate $250 upon closing.
Emerald Isle—Famous for Mexican Food and
Sunsets on our Deck Overlooking the Cherry
Creek Reservoir 4385 S. Parker Rd., Aurora, CO
(303) 690-3722
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The CelticTavern
1801 Blake St, Denver, CO 80202
Ph: 303-308-1795 • Fax: 303-308-1576
Pizza Republica
5375 Landmark Pl., Greenwood Village, CO 80111
(720) 489-2030
ROOFING
Prestique Exteriors
Quality roofing, rain gutters, windows, siding
and exterior painting. Donation made to
MaxFund in your name for every job completed.
(303)937-ROOF (7663).
MaxFund supporters for over 20 years.
Check us out at:
www.verifyyourroofer.com/prestique.
Strait Line Roofing Services
Your choice for residential and commercial
roofing; including asphalt, tile, metal,
E.P.D.M. and repairs. Insurance specialists.
A+ BBB member. Donation to MaxFund
made in your name.
(720) 331-1803 or
www.strailineroofingcolo.com
SHEDS
Colorado Custom Sheds
Nathan Bray
Cell: (650) 208-3885 • Landline: (303) 670-3396
[email protected]
www.coloradocustomsheds.com
THERAPEUTIC LASER
Cats or Dogs – Pain Inflamation Healing –
Back, Neck, Ears, Bladder, etc.
Dr. Bill Suro
MaxFund Wellness Center
(303) 595-0532
THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE
Christina M. Bara, NCMT
(303) 750-5458
Massage Heals More Than the Body...
VETERINARY SERVICES
MaxFund Wellness Center
1000 Inca St., Denver, CO
Dr. Bill Suro
Dr. David O’Brien
(303) 595-0532
Low Cost Veterinary Services—Open to the public
Douglas County Animal Hospital
531 Jerry, Castle Rock (303) 688-2480
Dr. Roberts, Dr. Eppard, Dr. Gervais & Associates
Aspen Commons Animal Hospital
1842 S. Parker Rd., Denver, CO 80231
Dr. Bob James (303) 368-4171
ANIMAL CARE
Cutting-Edge Energy Therapy Institute
Pet Communication • Trauma Release Therapy
Pat Pattison, CMT CHT PEC
(303) 722-0272 E-mail: [email protected]
www.milehiclassified.com They give 40% of
each ad placed on their webpage to the
MaxFund. Place your ad on-line. $29.99 for
30 days. Add photo for $1.00.
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MaxFund Animal Adoption Center
720 W. 10th Avenue
Denver, Colorado 80204
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