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Newsletter Feb 2009.qxd
Volume XXII Number II A P U B L I C AT I O N O F M A X F U N D , A N O – K I L L S H E LT E R Cats in the Whitehouse D uring the Civil War at General Grant’s Camp, Lincoln spotted an unattended litter of kittens. He scooped them up in his great coat and took them back to the White House. He ordered their safety be assured. Lincoln acquired cats the way one did wandering the streets, he would bring them to the White House. It is said they spent their time beneath his desk running across his feet. Historians say the many litters of America’s first cats that checked into the White House quarters during feline-friendly Abe’s office in the 1860s, left not one record of a name. Roosevelt, who was given the Nobel Peace Prize for mediating the Russo-Japanese War, rerouted his guests around the cat, seated them and then excused himself to retrieve the feline. “He didn’t want housekeeping to misinterpret the cat’s intentions, so that evening Slippers was made official,” Daley says. Official in the sense that the president’s action elevated the beloved six-toed gray cat to first family status. Lucy Hayes brought the first Siamese from the American Consul in Bangkok. The cat was named Siam, endured a long sea journey to San Francisco and then over land to Washington. Despite the finest food, the president sent the ailing kitty home with his personal physician, where she succumbed to her illness. Her obit appeared in the Boston Herald, and a letter to Mrs. Hayes states that William Leduc, US Commissioner of Agriculture. ordered her body preserved. Coolidge’s Cool Cats Littermates Blacky and Tige were cool cats. Blacky spent his day mousing, while Tige, dubbed the wanderer took his post draped around the president’s neck as he ushered the country into prosperity. Once when Tige went missing, Coolidge says the president was so upset he went on the radio appealing for Tige’s return. Tige was found by a guard in the Navy building. Gold-plated tags were put on the cats for safety, but the pair disappeared a second time; only Blacky returned minus the gold tag. President McKinley gained America’s first overseas territories. Though unconfirmed—a trivia publication insists that First Lady Ida Saxon named two of four Angora kittens Valeriano Weyler for the governor of Cuba and Enrique Delome after Spain’s ambassador. However, during the downturn of the Spanish American War, Mrs. McKinley came to loathe the namesake kittens. Other First Cats: Tom Kitten, President Kennedy’s Shan Shein, President Ford’s Misty Malararky Ying Yang, Carter’s cat Cleo and Sara, Reagan’s cats The last being Socks—he is still living at the age of 19 with Betty Currie, Clinton’s secretary. President Theodore Roosevelt recounted the antics of feisty first kitten Tom Quartz who with children, countless canines and First Cat, Slippers, lived underfoot as the President oversaw the building of the Panama Canal, forged national conservation programs and steered America into world politics. While catnapping, Slippers stretched across a central rug, blocking the president and his procession of diplomats from reaching the East Room. PAW PRINTS 1 1 FEBRUARY 2009 PAWNOTES... Volunteer of the Month... From The World of Jake L ongtime country singer/songwriter, Tom T. Hall, once wrote and recorded a song called “Old Dogs, Children and Watermelon Wine.” Tom writes story songs and this one evolved from a chance encounter with an elderly black man in some Southern hotel bar. He was quoted in the song as saying, “There’s only three things in this world that’s worth a solitary dime: that’s old dogs, and children and watermelon wine.” STACEY SEDBROOK The MaxFund greatly appreciates all volunteers, and we are so thankful to all of you who take time out of your lives to help our cats and dogs. We implemented the Volunteer of the Month award so we can honor those volunteers who go above and beyond. We received some great nominations, but January’s Volunteer of the month is Stacey Sedbrook. Well, I know nothing about watermelon wine. Cats, as I have told you before, I have lived with cats since my twoleggers adopted me from MaxFund. Living with cats was always my two-legger’s choice, never mine. I don’t hate cats, just don’t understand them. Sometimes they lick me. Do they consider that an act of affection, or that I need a good bath? I just ignore them, and after awhile they go away. That’s one of the good things about being an old dog—everyone assumes that you need more nap time, and don’t expect you to join in every family activity. But after all these years I am no closer to understanding cats except that their breath smells fishy, and that they seem to spend most of their time trying to look inscrutable. Do they really know something that I don’t? Stacey is a dedicated volunteer who cherishes and loves MaxFund’s kitties. Stacey has been a champion and friend especially to the cats with FIV and Felv. She spends countless hours with them and loves them like her own. She also has been very helpful with the frightened kitties. On many occasions, she has been known to have a gentle talk with the cats who need a little extra attention and focus. Stacey has also expanded her role even more by assisting in the foster program for the cats. Thanks to her efforts, many of MaxFund’s older, depressed and sad kitties have found a home. She has even gotten some of the tougher cats — the Felv — cats into a home. Because many of the foster cats are older or depressed, Stacey stays in regular contact with the foster parents. She calls them in the first few nights to make sure the cats have adjusted. The old dog part of the song I really enjoy. It’s so great to live in a family that loves me for what I am. I’m not cute and cuddly like a puppy. I don’t have the boundless energy of the young dogs. I usually don’t go all the way to the big pond when Dad takes us for a walk, just wait along the path until they come back, running ahead as if I had been leading the pack all the way. Sometimes I can manage a clumsy gallop, holding my ears out to the side as if I could still run fast enough to make a wind. Sometimes I just waddle along. Recently, Stacey has assisted in helping to get our cats featured on the Pet of the Week segments on Channel 4. She is working with the producer to enhance the segments even more. I’m sure we’ll see great things from her participation. Not only is Stacey a blessing to the cats, but she is also a wonderful mentor. She is always willing to bake cookies for MaxFund events or just brighten someone’s day with her smile. Thank you, Stacey, for all that you do!!! They seem to love me even when I have my senior moments. Yesterday I got up and walked across the living room. When I got to the other side I didn’t remember what the purpose of the journey was. It might have been embarrassing but my two-leggers rescued me by laughing and hugging me as if I had done a wonderful thing. The other dogs (and cats?) were jealous of the attention I was getting. Thank you... It’s all good. Donations were collected at The 4th Annual “Here Kitty Kitty” event by the LL Group. They raised cash and lots of pet goods for our furry friends at the Shelter. Thank you so much for your generosity. Lots of meeoowws and baaaarks of thanks from our 4-leggers! PAW PRINTS 1 2 FEBRUARY 2009 Bella’s Rescue Story Now she needs a good home... B eing a chained dog is no way to live life. Dogs thrive in loving homes where they are part of the family; not banished to the backyard knowing only the circled path in which they exist. Such was the life for poor Bella. What could make things worse? Being chained AND pregnant and no way to keep yourself and your expected puppies warm and safe. That all changed for Bella when MaxFund heartily agreed to accept her into their foster program. Bella on a chain Sweet Bella arrived in the nick of time! She gave birth to 4 happy and healthy pups just a few precious days after arriving at her MaxFund foster home. Bella is an exceptional mother, and she and her sweet babies are thriving. They live INSIDE the home, with plenty of food, blankets, attention, and LOVE. Just look at Bella’s happy smile! Momma and babies will be up for adoption (after spaying and neutering) in early January. Bella with her pups Visit us on the web at: www.maxfund.org Editor & Layout Carolyn Venard Contributing Writers Bill Suro, VMD Pam Kammerer Virginia Clemans Kim Murdock Distribution 3,953 Unaudited Circulation PAW PRINTS 1 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 3 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 1025 Galapago Street Denver, Colorado 80204-3942 Phone (303) 595-4917 Fax (303) 595-0192 Wellness Clinic (303) 595-0532 FEBRUARY 2009 MAXFUND Animal Adoption Center ALISTAIRE 2-3 year old neutered male Lab/ Newfoundland mix. He is friendly, sweet and ready to make new friends. HAFFA 6 year old neutered male. Very sunny disposition. Needs to be treated gently, so a family without small children is probably best. Adopt a Lifelong Companion and a Friend Forever JUNO 5 year old spayed female Cairn Terrier. Sweet disposition. Likes other dogs and well-behaved children. BLANCHE 3 year old spayed female DSH. She’s shy but desperately interested in bonding with someone. PEACHES 4-5 year old spayed female American Bulldog. Sweet and shy girl. Happy, friendly and assertive. SPAGHETTI Spayed female DSH. Very sweet kitty. Doesn’t like other cats. TAYLOR MARTIN SHELLEY 3 year old neutered male DLH. An amazingly sweet boy who just wants to be your friend. 1-1/2 year old neutered male DSH. He and his brother need some socialization. 1 year old spayed female DSH. She loves to play. FELV+ PAW PRINTS 1 4 FEBRUARY 2009 Chocolate and Your Pets by Virginia Clemans, DVM; Best Friends Animal Society A aahh, chocolate! It’s one of everyone’s favorite foods. We just can’t seem to get enough! Chocolate is also very tasty to dogs, though not so tasty to cats, but we all know that cats are more picky. Chocolate comes from the beans of a plant called Theobroma cacao. The Greek word Theobroma literally means “food of the gods.” Many ancient cultures used chocolate in their most sacred religious ceremonies. Chocolate contains a substance called theobromine, a potent stimulant that is chemically similar to caffeine. The stimulant effect was thought to be a sign that those who indulged were coming closer to their deities. Though it may be the food of the gods, chocolate is very toxic to your pets. Dogs who eat too much chocolate may vomit at first and/or have diarrhea. If enough of the chocolate is absorbed, the dog may start to show signs of hyperactivity, panting, pacing, restlessness or muscle tremors. With all the stimulant effects comes a very rapid heartbeat and even seizures, both of which can be fatal. less harmful than if he eats a box of imported French truffles! Keep in mind, however, that a mere four ounces of baking chocolate or one pound of milk chocolate can be lethal for a 15-pound dog. Itís not at all unusual for a dog to consume this amount in a single episode. What do you do if Fido breaks into the candy box or steals the pan of brownies? Call your veterinarian or animal poison-control center immediately! Be ready to relate the type of chocolate consumed and the amount, the time the ingestion occurred, and the approximate weight of the dog. You may be instructed on how to induce vomiting and how to monitor the dogís condition. A veterinarian should check the dog as soon as possible because treatment can be given to alleviate some of the symptoms and better insure a positive outcome. Dogs do love chocolate, but be kind to your dog—save the chocolate treats for you and your sweetheart! Chocolate poisoning is among the most common types of poisonings reported by national animal poison-control centers, probably because any form of chocolate is attractive to dogs and it is readily available. Poisoning is more common around holiday times, when chocolate products and candies are more likely to be left out. Baking chocolate is the most deadly form of chocolate because it is the most concentrated form. The next most toxic form is semisweet chocolate, followed by milk chocolate, hot chocolate or chocolate milk, and white chocolate. Also, the more expensive the chocolate product, the more “real” chocolate it contains and thus the more toxic it is. So if your dog consumes a Snickers bar, it’s probably PAW PRINTS 1 5 FEBRUARY 2009 MAXFUND’S MAILBAG Dear MaxFund, Dear MaxFund, We love Comet so much. He is the sweetest little guy. He is my first dog and he goes everywhere with me. I have been with my new family for four months. We have been going to dog training and finished our first session! We have five more classes to complete. Thanks for all you do! Beth Wilhelm Will let you know how I am progressing. Love, Liam & Lisa Archuleta She likes to chase the squeaky ball and I like to make it squeak. I have lots of toys but my favorites are the ones that make noise. I’m still kinda clumsy but mommy loves to watch me run and play. Sometimes other friends come over to play. We have fun. I’m still a little shy around new people but I am learning not all humans are mean. I love it when my mommy comes home. I just wiggle, bounce, prance around and then cover her kisses. It makes her laugh. Tell my friends there hi. Here are some blankets from me to them. Until they can find a warm loving bed too, I want them to know I still care. Love, Ande Comet Liam Dear MaxFund, How are you? I am fine. My name at MaxFund was Prince Boy, but my mommy calls me Ande. I was adopted over two years ago. I have a sister now. Her name is Libby. She is a Corgi. We are really good buddies but sometimes she is mean so I bark really loud in her ear. I win! PAW PRINTS 1 6 Ande FEBRUARY 2009 IN LOVING MEMORY OF MY SPECIAL ANGEL Many of the volunteers at MaxFund will undoubtedly remember Chico. I know I will never forget the first time I saw him. It was by chance that I happened to see his Information on the door of an office and went in to see him. It was love at first sight. Never have I been so affected by an animal as I was by him. I knew I had to have him in my life. The volunteer told me he was frail but I was allowed to take him for a walk. Chico left with us that day. Despite his age at 13, failing sight and deafness, Chico blossomed into a lively companion who loved to go for walks and run and play with our other dogs. Chico was a blessing in our home for his remaining eleven months. I will be eternally grateful to the MaxFund staff for not giving up on Chico so that I could have the opportunity to know him. He was, and will always be, my special angel. Chico passed away peacefully on October 31, 2008. I really loved this guy, —Phyllis Kirk MaxFund Annual Open Meeting of the Board of Directors Tuesday, March 9, 2009 6:00 p.m. at the The Embassy Suites (Hampden Avenue) All members of MaxFund are cordially invited to attend. The Dog’s Diary: 8:00 am—Dog food! My favorite thing! 9:30 am—A car ride! My favorite thing! 9:40 am—A walk in the park! My favorite thing! 10:30 am—Got rubbed and petted! My favorite thing! 12:00 pm—Milk bones! My favorite thing! 1:00 pm—Played in the yard! My favorite thing! 3:00 pm—Wagged my tail! My favorite thing! 5:00 pm—Dinner! My favorite thing! 7:00 pm—Got to play ball! My favorite thing! 8:00 pm—Wow! Watched TV with the people! My favorite thing! 11:00 pm—Sleeping on the bed! My favorite thing! The Cat’s Diary: Day 983 of my captivity. My captors continue to taunt me with bizarre little dangling objects. They dine lavishly on fresh meat, while the other inmates and I are fed some sort of dry nuggets. Although I make my contempt for the rations perfectly clear, I nevertheless must eat something in order to keep up my strength. The only thing that keeps me going is my dream of escape. In an attempt to disgust them, I once again vomit on the carpet. Today I decapitated a mouse and dropped its headless body at their feet. I had hoped this would strike fear into their hearts, since it clearly demonstrates my capabilities. However, they merely made condescending comments about what a “good little hunter” I am. Jerks! There was some sort of assembly of their accomplices tonight. I was placed in solitary confinement for the duration of the event. However, I could hear the noises and smell the food. I overheard that my confinement was due to the power of “allergies.” I must learn what this means, and how to use it to my advantage. Today I was almost successful in an attempt to assassinate one of my tormentors by weaving around his feet as he was walking. I must try this again tomorrow, but at the top of the stairs. I am convinced that the other prisoners here are flunkies and snitches. The dog receives special privileges. He is regularly released, and seems to be more than willing to return. He is obviously retarded. The bird must be an informant. I observe him communicate with the guards regularly. I am certain that he reports my every move. My captors have arranged protective custody for him in an elevated cell, so he is safe. For now. PAW PRINTS 1 7 FEBRUARY 2009 Training Older Pets from Pet Care Library; Healthypet.com Whether you have recently adopted an older pet, or have given up trying to correct your pet’s bad habits, it is not too late to teach him good manners. From house training to digging and chewing, the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) offers tips on how to train your problem canine or feline. “Consistency and positive reinforcement are the key to training a pet of any age,” says Link Welborn, DVM, AAHA past president. “In fact, older pets may be easier to train than puppies and kittens because they have a longer attention span.” Teaching an Old Dog New Tricks House training should be a breeze for older pets who have less urgency problems and better control. Keep a close eye on your dog or confine him to a specific area while indoors. Take him to the same outside spot every time he goes to the bathroom. Use consistent encouragement and give him plenty of praise afterward. Treats can be used to assist in house training. Make sure that the treat is given immediately after the pet has gone potty. If the treat is given when the dog comes inside, you will train your dog to walk through a door, not go potty outside. Solving the Litter Box Blues Training your older feline companion will be easier if you use the same brand of litter that she previously used. If you don’t know what kind of litter was previously used it is a good idea to offer several different types. This can be done by using the disposable aluminum trays and filling each of them with different litter (the litter that she digs in and uses most often is the litter you should use). Please note that cats have preferences for texture and smell, so buying a litter that smells better to you may cause your pet to avoid the litter box. say the command and the pet does not listen it will reinforce the fact that they do not have to listen to you. Older Pets Love Toys Too Toys aren’t just for puppies and kittens. Older pets also need stimulating toys and plenty of exercise to prevent them from digging and chewing out of boredom. Chewing in kittens is common, but they usually outgrow it. Consult your veterinarian if your older cat is still chewing; she may have a medical problem that needs attention. Keeping a close watch over your pet so he doesn’t have an opportunity to misbehave and using consistent praise to reinforce good behavior should eliminate most behavior problems. The key to any training regimen is consistent, positive reinforcement of the desired behavior rather than punishment. Never physically punish a pet; this may lead to biting out of fear, or other aggressive behavior. Use praise and attention as a reward when the desired behavior is exhibited and ignore inappropriate behavior. If your pet continues to display unwanted behaviors despite your best efforts, visit your veterinarian to discuss the problem. Your veterinarian will examine your pet to rule out medical conditions that could be causing or contributing to the behavior, as well as provide advice and additional resources to help solve the problem. Your veterinarian can also refer you to a behavior specialist. The most important thing to remember is to be patient, you may have years of bad habits to break and this can not be accomplished in a day or two. Introducing Commands Food treats and positive reinforcement will help your pet learn basic commands such as “sit,” “stay” and “come.” Plan your commands ahead of time and make sure that everyone in your household uses the same commands so your pet doesn’t get confused. Say the command once and then physically put your pet in the position you desire if he doesn’t obey. If you continuously PAW PRINTS 1 8 FEBRUARY 2009 Memorials Silent Paws In memory of Cleo, a black lab mix abandoned a year ago and taken in by Julie & Ernie Warzecha—Rich, Linda, Anni, & Max McDaniel In memory of Bo—Joseph Davis In memory of Crackers, Crumb & Piper, Lumley & BoBo—Larry & Jackie Lumley In memory of Maggie Mae—Jim, Cindy and Lizzie Koerner In loving memory of our sweet boy Inky—Bob & Diane Pennington In memory of Tess Moore’s beloved companion—Maureen Rimar In memory of Mary Bell-Nyman’s, Teddy & ZuZu—Maureen Rimar & Pete Mercer In memory of Chico—Phyllis Kirk In memory of Tim Heldenbrand’s friend, Zeke—Laurel Himes In memory of Tomas, beloved dog of Liz Guthridge & David Matthews—Ray Dravesky In memory of Peggy Anderson’s, Sophie—Lynn Grover In memory of Brooklyn, owned and loved by Julie Simones—Ed & Michelle Downs In memory of Toby—Mark & Mary Ann Palmer In memory of Mercedes—Linda McMahan In memory of Paisley Price—Cindy, Dana, & Angie Oetting In memory of little Brie—Patricia Marnette Gone, but not forgotten, Gene Potter’s, Shadow—John & Crystal Babos In memory of Francis & Lily—Karen Zollars In memory of Rea, beloved cat of Sue & Brad Goris—Eleanor & Rodney Newman In memory of Button, beloved dog of, Cindy Newman—Eleanor & Rodney Newman In memory of The Holmes Family beloved, Boy—Leigh, Bob, & Nick Pelc In memory of Cosmo Corgi—David Gruber In remembrance of Opie, owned and loved by Claudia Estep—Niko & Carol West In memory of Sylvester, Lucy, Data, Sylvia, Aspen, & Bonnie—Al Bronstein, M.D. In memory of Fred—Charlotte Goldsmith In memory of Julie Prices beloved Husky—Beth Szopinski In remembrance of our “first born,” Dino—John Libby In memory of Maggie, beloved dog of Michele, Randy, Jeff & Jordan Brooks—Karen Bacon In memory of Max—Charlene Zerr In memory of our beloved, Mandy, who passed away in November, 2008 at the age of 17-1/2 Bob & Winnie Ring In memory of our beautiful Australian blue Heeler, Princess—Mary Hartman In memory of our friend Mary Ann Stephenson’s dog, Boosha—Mary Hartman In memory of Maddie—Kelley Roach & Chris Stickline In memory of Nixon—Lauren Wright In memory of Felix—Roger Magnuson In memory of Abraham—M. E. King In memory of Peterís Millie—Jennifer Hoffman In memory of Lucy & Glenn Goodrichís cat, Zoe, who was all cat —Kent & Doris Goodrich In memory of Manuel & Kathy Chavira’s Katie, Sebastian, & TJ —Ed & Carol Philips In memory of Polly, who left us last Christmas Eve—Bev & Nan In memory of Max, beloved German Shepherd of Ginger Wilson, he will be missed terribly by Ginger, her family and the neighborhood —Charles & Cynthia Herleman In loving memory of my puppy, friend and companion, Bags—Paul Simon In memory of Shasta—Kathy McKune In memory of nine companions—Beverly Tomasi In memory of Mercedes, beloved cat—Judy Matthews In memory of Honey Bee, beloved friend and companion of Twila Martinez In loving memory of Max, owned by Kathleen MacElroy—Karen, Dick, Marley, & Boudreux Schram In memory of Rajah-kitty—Nancy Pfeifer-Fox In memory of Rhodes Familyís beloved, Hagan—Andy & Jami Acker In memory of Krasnow Family’s Perfect Lloyd—Andy & Jami Acker In memory of Ingrid Wrightís cat, Fancy—Patricia Cleavenger In memory of Walter the dog, owned and loved by Sam & Misty Larsen —Susan Bowman In loving memory of Zoey—Sarah Washburn In memory of all our cat babies here and gone—Rick & Donna Albin In memory of Bobbi—Mary Lou Grinnell In memory of Nicky & Shiner, beloved shelties of Lori Valencic & Bill Pellerin—Lynn Umbreit & Bruce Hailbech In memory of Sapphire & Espresso—Heather Fox In memory of Casey—Moneen Stevens In memory of our beautiful MaxFund dog, Spirit. We had ten wonderful years with her and we miss her so much—Deborah & Kathleen Winters In memory of Maximus, for Chris Campanella—Alison Anderson In memory of a beautiful Doberman named, Darcy—Beverley, John & Lewis Winfield In memory of my dear lab, Zeke, who recently passed away from cancer—Tradd Duggan Just a Dog Silent Memories In memory of Harry L. Kirk—Phyllis Kirk In memory of my beloved daughter, Susan Unger—Joseph Davis In memory of Jean Downing ñ Eleanor & Rodney Newman In memory of Laurel Kenny—Andrea Dirck In remembrance of my friend, Carol Breen—Colleen Yorgin In loving memory of Tom, Mom, Eileen, Dad and all our wonderful animals. “Thanks for all you’ve given me. Love, Donna”—Donna Payne In memory of Frances Camp—Brian Ragsdale In memory of Rosemary Albinola—Neil Marten In memory of Nancy Payne Click—Josie & John Nordstrom, WMWA, Linda Sorensen, Barbara Gump, Ageleke Vlahos Zapis, Faye & Richard Allman In memory of Max Corey—Laura MacKenzie In memory of Dorothy Morrison Sosby—Marybelle Menzel In memory of Dr. Patrick Lane—Margot & Howard Steinberg In memory of Elizabeth Railsback—Jan Railsback In memory of Dr. Henry W. Toll—Whitney Crosby In memory of Charles Buchler—Maxine & Ivan Woolf In memory of Kathy Meinders—Mile-Hi Bullseye Dart League In memory of Joanne Katz’ Mom, Loretta, sending you love this Holiday Season—Jessica Levy Honorable Mentions In honor of Donis Railsback—Jan Railsback In honor of Gavin & Nastya Ugale—Eleanor & Rodney Newman For the special occasion of Christmas—Larry & Jackie Lumley In honor Aspen—Linda McMahan In honor of my brother and nephews—Patricia Marnette To recognize MaxFund’s outstanding achievement or service to all—Beverly Tomas In honor of the staff of Doggie Pause—Ann Cope In honor of Seven Hills Veterinary Center—Ann Cope For the special occasion of Christmas for Kelly McDaniel & Jeff Bonser —Carol McDaniel & James In the name of Vicky Mierau for the Draw Your Dog fundraiser—Kerry Mierau In the name of Cherri & Louise—Don Uhland In honor of Susan Stensrud’s birthday—Mary Stensrud For the special occasion of Christmas in the name of Pat Orcutt—Brian Bernhardt In the name of Kina Canjar—Kim Norton In honor of my sister and husband, Diane & Dale Jeffries—Ralph & Melissa Fowler In the name of Jean Arthur—Richard & Susan Weingardt In honor of Taz—Renee Couglin In honor of Yorgi—Renee Couglin In honor of Zeta Jones & Lexi for the special occasion of Christmas—Carrie Brown In honor of Ernie & Louie Stakers for the special occasion of Christmas —Carrie Brown In honor of Lady—Carrie Brown In honor of Tofu for the special occasion of Christmas—Carrie Brown In honor of Julia Wirsching & Marc Lowry—Denise Bergin In honor of Lisa James for the special occasion of Christmas—Madeleine James For the special occasion of Julie Gasparovich’s birthday—Mike & Pam Penton In honor of Inky, Jax & Nell—Charles & Nancy Wall In honor of our 50th Anniversary—Orville & Diann Wright In honor of Snickers—Sharon Quinn In honor of Millie—Marsha Maurath In honor of Dorothy Latta-McCarty—Sue Smith In the name of Rachel Elrod—Spicer Landscape & Maintenance Continued on page 12 PAW PRINTS 1 9 FEBRUARY 2009 DONATIONS Thanks to the following people and businesses whose generous contributions help all the animals. Adamson, Leonard ADR Group International LLC Access Computer Products Allen, Daniel Allen, W. J. & C. J. Albert, Shawn Alpha Tau Master —Beta Sigma Phi Amante, Fred American Express Arapahoe County Retired School Arndt, Michael Auckland, Julia Avery, Sonia Babcock, John Babjack, Pamela Baird, Lisa & James Baker, Jetta Baker, Susan Bansek, Jill Baron, Katharine Barry, DeDe Barry Family Foundation Bartle, M. Kathleen Bates, Patricia Beaudoin, Marc Beck, Kathleen & Gary Becker, Georgia Belfor USA Group Inc Bell, Creta & Norman Bell, Nancy Bendinelli, Brittany Bennett, Barbara Dodge Bennett, Carol Berg, Danny Berger, Merrill & Noel Berkley, Susan Berkowitz, Susan Bethune, Carol Bishop, Marcia Hewitt Blackard, Patricia Blair, Judy Bogar, Kristina Bolitho, Nancy Bollinger, Dutch Bombassei, Tina & Thomas Bower, Rebecca Boxer Coffee, LLC BP Fabric of America Fund Bradley, Mary Bradley, Melissa Bradshaw, Earl Brantley, Heather Brennan, Kerrie & Christopher Brightman, Jamie Brillhart, Susan Brunner, Sabrina Brunworth,William Bryant, Ellie Buchanan, Melanie Burgess, Addie Burgher, Matt Burns, Betty Burris, Allen & Janice Burrows, Patricia Burton, Dawn Bushong-Weeks, Sarah Button, Tanya Butz, Eric Byrne, Ethel Byrne, Joan Callan, Richard Canjar, Mark A & Kina A Wagner-Canjar Carle, Jonathan Carlotta Carmack, Donna Catmur, M. D. & R. H. 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Yorgin, Colleen PET PALS Arnold, Elizabeth Beaudry-Zimmerman, Lynn Benton, Pam Berke, Julie Bishop, Marcia Hewitt Boyd, Anja Burridge, Linda Emerich, Monica Everding, Fred & Josephine Goldberg, Carol Hildenbrand, Maggie Houle, Stephen Jacobsen, Ellen Kafadar, Shirene Keeler, Nadine Kerkhof, Diane Knauer, Jan Lampe, Jr. Frank Lentsch-Richter, Margy & Josh Leyden, Leslie Long, Linda Maca, Judy 11 Machen, Jannis Mastalir, Sarah McLerran, Russ, Monica & Lynn Meyers, Larry & Mary Ann Mostow, Susan Nazario, Mary Parker, Maria Pfeifer-Fox, Nancy Pullano, Bethany Quinn, Sharon Richins, Deb Sammons, Susanna, Jim Lykins & Della & Kona Slomczewski, Laura Snellenbarger, Katie Townsend, Mary Smith, Janice Steele, Jennifer Ufford, Leslie Williamson, Cindy Zerr, Charlene The MaxFund does not rent or sell its mailing list. MONTHLY DONATIONS Thank you to the following people who generously send in a donation every month. WE COUNT ON YOU! Adamson, Leonard Allen, Daniel Baker, Jetta & Vera Webster Bombassei, Tina & Thomas Boxer Coffee LLC Burns, Betty Clarke, Letha Corle, Gail Costigan, Karen Davis, Joseph Dean, David Driver, Nancy Duncan, Lanette Edmiston, Irene Everding, Fred & Josephine Farwig, Corina Gordon, Gail Hardwick, Dr. Sally Heaton, David Hoffman, Patricia Hoffman, William & Judith Horan, E. J. & Nora C. Irvin, Mark & Darlene Ivey, George Kellogg, George & Yvonne Kennedy, Robert Kern, Betty & Harold Kiser, Rona Kohen, Janene Lampman, Paula & Donald Levine, Amy Lomax, Donna Loveless, Tom Luedke, Joan Martinez, Richard McIntire, Patricia Mile Hi Classified Miller, James Oja, Maureen Ortiz, Ivy Parker, Maria Patterson, M. J. Poutre-Jacobs, Kathy Pullano, Annmarie & Dale Ramelow, Jo Ann Rather, Joan Rodgers, Rosemary Rubinowitz, Martin & Marsha Russell, Fae Sammons, Susanna & Jim Lykins & Della & Kona Schuck, Doug Shelton, John & Donna Shelton, Paul & Vallerie Smith, Ardy Sorrentino, Helen & Robert Spita, Joyce & Walter Tom’s Home Cookin’, Inc. Vickery, Sangmin Kim Waite, Ann Wiscamb, Gary & Merrie Zerr, Charlene FEBRUARY 2009 Memorials Honorable Mentions (Cont.) On behalf of Grace & C.W. Jackson—James & Kathryne Miller In honor of friends Joe & Arlene Crystal—Judy Rubin In honor of Kathleen Rice for the special occasion of Christmas—Secret Santa Christmas gift for Jose Quinones—Secret Santa In honor of Shirley Jo Wood’s birthday—Mary Jo Nolan In honor of Katy & Deb—Martha Kelle In honor of our friend Christ Wilhelm, who passed away this year from breast cancer—Kathy Meadows, Linda Young, Karen Bulba, Carrie Goetz In honor of Jake—Maria Farnon In honor of Daisy Mae—Ric, Chris, Katie, Erica Thoreson and Bailey Sue For the special occasion of Christmas in lieu of gifts for humans and for dogs, cats and whatever else there is—Linda Burridge Christmas gift for Pam DeJong—James Nussbaumer In honor of my wife—Robert Goldhor In the name of Jennifer Hurley—Johanna & David Hurley In honor of Dad & Dolly—Denise Seek Merry Christmas for Tami Tanoue—Mary Merrill For the special occasion of Christmas—Austin Ness In honor of Tom & Linda Lemmer—Dr. & Mrs. Joseph Lemmer In honor of Connie Rush—Mary Christenson In honor of Barb Bates—Mary Christenson For the special occasion of the Holidays for Karen Bacon—Annie & Oscar For the special occasion of Christmas/Holidays for Denise & Scott Vinson —Annie & Oscar In honor of my sister, Suzanne Druce and the beautiful Maine Coon cat she took to her heart and to her home—Judith Chapelle In the name of Mary Jorgenson—SueAnn Hatch In honor of Candi—Marvin & Carol McCall In the name of Jana & Darrell Jones—Ronald & Miriam Ann Hettinger Merry Christmas, J. King & Skip Van Valkenburgh—Jim & Joanne Evilsizer Christmas gift for Gloria Talberg—Leo & Anne Dutka In honor of Sue, Oscar, and Tyson Gallehos In honor of Christmas for Ginger ketz, Luke & Anne Dutka, & Walter Chartier—Gloria Talberg For the special occasion of Christmas for Gloria Talberg—A. Ginger Ketz In honor of Mrs. Nancy Myers—Rachel Pidgeon In honor of Kristin DesMarais’s 40th birthday—Elaine & Bud Appel For the special occasion of Christmas—Patricia Orcutt Christmas gift for Bill Widdison—Thomas Gibson For the special occasion of Christmas—Terry & Jan Cahill On behalf of Kay Baron & Colleen Maddox & Jody Miller—Joan, Spin & Velvet Nelson For the special occasion of Mary Goddard’s birthday—Lynne & Bill Wright For the special occasion of Christmas for Mellissa Trollinger—Paris Heckman For the special occasion of Christmas—Chuck & Cheryl St. John In honor of Paul Atzmiller—NPD, Inc. Christmas gift for Robin Bean—J. D. & J. B. Dutton Christmas gift for Marge Bailey—Will & Sandi Long In the name of Ellen Keeney—Veta Kapernekas On behalf of Kristi Stanley—Secret Santa In honor of Savvy & Nonda Beardsley for the special occasion of Christmas —Linda Beardsley For the special occasion of “A great teacher—Mr. Mayer”—Mark , Amy & Ryan Gossman In honor of Minnie—Dr. Candee Wells In honor of “Lucky the Dog” whose story warmed our hearts—From friends and neighbors of Heather Gardens and Oncology 1North Porter Hospital and Physical Therapy at Porter Hospital In the name of David Arellano—Hally Albers In honor of Tracy VanWoert. We love you!—Teresa Belair Merry Christmas Emily—James Osborne For Husker—Jennifer Beebe On behalf of Maggie Stephenson—Kristy Faus Merry Christmas Cathi & Don—Mike Reed In honor of Cloe Murphy ñ For Tom & Connie Murphy—John Murphy In honor of “Ada” Murphy—John Murphy Merry Christmas Paige & Luke in honor of your love for animals —Anetra Evashevski Parks In honor of Oreo, Sya & Sheena—Robert de Jong In the name of Marie Hackett—Marilynn Pipkin My Christmas gift to Robin & Bruce Divers—Lori Roushon In honor of Comet—Cynthia Williams Christmas gift for Eli Korner—Kristi Yamasaki In the name of Jodeen Garcia—Valorie Cukr Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year wish to Pat Arundel—James Forrest Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year wish to Chris, Andrea & Olivia —James Forrest Gift for Grams and GP—Brianna McCoun In honor of Poco Cokes—My Dog’s Bakery, LLC For my daughter and husband—Mary Baker On behalf of friends from Allos Therapeutics—Shannon Wilroy For Sage Mayer—Merry Christmas—Kara Stocker For the special occasion of Christmas for Lee Ann Berry—Leilani Pilot For the special occasion of Christmas for Wakiza MacGregor—Leilani Pilot In honor of Joyce Nelson for the special occasion of Christmas —Alex, Liza, Abe, & Emil Nelson In the name of Sue Gallegos—Grace Quade In honor of Debby Furman’s birthday—Flowe Foundation In appreciation of Janus and Tango, adopted from MaxFund—Nancy Burek In honor of John & Dawn OConnor—Denyse OConnor For Christmas for Todd & Brooke—Erica Bauman On behalf of Amanda Geer—Cathy Birk On behalf of Cataloging Unit, JCPL—Kim Etcheson Birthday and Hannukah present for Ira Haber—Judith Haber For the special occasion of Christmas in honor of Mr & Mrs. Barney & Family—Bill & Lynne Wright In honor of the Parks Family, Merry Christmas—Lea parks For Linda Strouse & Marc Beaudoin for Christmas—Roy Hohn In honor of Patricia Marnette—Ron & Mary Ludwig In honor of Mike Fero, Dave Shrader, & Max & Abby—Leslie Hamilton For Sharren Gamberg for Christmas—Trucia Drummond, D.D.S. For Gracie, the dog you are helping rehabilitate—Gerald & Marsha Moore In honor of Janie Rossitto—Dave & Cheryl Hill PAW PRINTS 1 12 FEBRUARY 2009 AUTOMATIC DONATION —THE EASY WAY TO GIVE— CALL PAULETTE CURRY AT (303) 595-4917 OR DONATE USING PAY PAL WWW.MAXFUND.ORG OUR WISH LIST Purina One 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 KM-Milk Replacement for nursing Kittens and Puppies (Spring is here!) DAT Comfort Zone & Feliway Refills Long Choke Chains • Sturdy Leashes Any size dog harnesses Toys for Dogs and Cats Packages of Raw Hot Dogs (dogs are given medication with them) Bleach • Paper Towels • Toilet Paper Facial Tissues • Odoban • Dish Soap Whiskas Cat Milk • Large Blankets (no comforters, please) Acreage for a Sanctuary—Our Dream Gift Cards for Office Max and Office Depot 50’ Industrial Hose for cleaning dog kennels Vist the MaxFund Wish List under “Find a Gift” on Amazon.com! 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 #: (_______) ____________________________________ Mail to: The MaxFund, 1025 Galapago, 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, 1025 Galapago, Denver, CO 80204 or call 303-595-4917 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: ___________________________________ PAW PRINTS 1 13 FEBRUARY 2009 PAW PRINTS 1 14 FEBRUARY 2009 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 (303) 595-4917. ACCOUNTING SERVICES Robert D. Colwell, CPA 5655 S. Delaware St. Littleton, CO 80120 (303) 347-9402 COFFEE/GOURMET FOODS Boxer Coffee, LLC dba Dazbog Coffee on 12th & Speer 501 W. 12th Ave., Denver, CO 80204 (303) 893-4816 Gourmet, locally roasted coffee, pastries, salads, & sandwiches. Independently owned & operated. Fast & friendly service. Donation box dedicated to MaxFund. 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 & CHAMPS Instructor: Lorraine May 303-239-0382 [email protected]. The Misha May Foundation has been sponsoring the CHAMPS MaxFund Training Program for over a year. Volunteer with us to help a MaxFund dog become more adoptable! Go to www.mishamayfoundation.org, click on Events for more info. ENTERTAINMENT Bill & Kathy’s DJ Service and Entertainment - DJ Svc with professional dance lessons - the best music from the 40’s - 90’s. 8496 Nelson Ct. Arvada, CO 80005 (303) 423-2623 PET GROOMING L. Jean O’Hara, CAH—Central Bark Professional Grooming for Dogs & Cats of All Breeds—1621 W. Canal Cr., #109 Littleton, CO 80120 • 303-730-1001 www.centralbark-academy.com Cyndy, Grooming Specialist/Caring Pet Professional • 303-806-0911 Fur on The Floor Grooming Escape From the Ordinary 3511 S. Logan Street • Englewood, CO 80113 Nancy Loftus Ruff-N-Reddy Grooming 5151 S. Federal, Littleton, CO 80123 (303) 795-1248 Dee O’Gees Pet Salon-Grooming 28 East Arapahoe Road Littleton, CO 80122 (303) 794-5376 PAW PRINTS 1 A Paw Spa—Dog Grooming Rina Stanley 5950 S. Platte Canyon Rd Littleton, CO 80123–Southeast Corner of Platter Canyon & Bowles (303) 798-7297 Waggin’ Tails “The Gentle Touch” Grooming • 21 Years Experience 4223 S. Broadway, Englewood, CO 80110 (303) 781-9961 LOCKSMITH Sierra Locksmith—Louis Chavez, Owner 7347 W. Kentucky Dr. “B” Lakewood, CO 80226 (720) 435-7518 Commercial, Residential and Vehicles 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) Pet, Plant & Possession Sitter Caroline Rosno 701 Harlan, #E70, Lakewood, CO 80214 (303) 237-0766 • [email protected] PHOTOGRAPHY Nicole Howard Photography —Proud Supporter of MaxFund Host of “Denver’s Luckiest Mutts” Annual Calendar Contest for MaxFund www.nicolehowardphotography.com (303) 210-7758 PLUMBING Bell Plumbing & Heating Company Family Owned and Operated Since 1926 2150 S. Abilene, Aurora • (303) 757-5661 ROOFING Interstate Roofing, Inc. All types roofing and seamless gutter. New, reroof & repairs. Lic & ins. Free est. Donation to MaxFund for each complete job. (303) 763-9114 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. 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 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 THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE Christina M. Bara, NCMT (303) 750-5458 Massage Heals More Than the Body... TRAVEL Classic Travel Marc Beaudoin—Partner 3494 East Euclid Avenue, Littleton, CO 80121 720-488-5123 Fax: 303-721-5013 Classic Travel will donate 10% of any trip when you mention the MaxFund UPHOLSTERY Eva’s Upholstery Custom Upholstery and Refinishing Home/Office/Auto/Boat Cat & Dog Furniture Luis Galvin 720-309-0039 Free Estimates, Pick-up and Delivery 10% off your order with this ad! VETERINARY SERVICES MaxFund Wellness Center 1000 Inca St., Denver, CO Dr. Suro, Dr. Lynn and Dr. Larson (303) 595-0532 Low Cost Veterinary Services—Open to the public Pets on Broadway Animal Hospital 2232 S. Broadway (303) 282-0808 Dr. Griffin and Dr. Scolnick 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] Dr. Schulman, Animal Health Care Specialists 6701 N. Washington, Denver, CO 80229 (303) 288-6800 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. Dynamic Properties I’ll give $500 from each commission to MaxFund from any sales I get referred from anyone that mentions the MaxFund. I am an animal lover, and I work all over the Metro Area. Call Jenny Kachnic at (303) 816-6000 or (303) 324-3911. 15 FEBRUARY 2009 YES I would like to become a member of MaxFund and help give injured animals with no known owners a second leash on life. I understand that by becoming a member, I will receive a monthly newsletter. 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