February - MaxFund
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February - MaxFund
Volume XX VII Number II THIRD TIME’S A CHARM FOR WAYWARD CAT By Phil McPeck May 18, 2013, was a warm day and Leah Peer was tending to things around the southeast Aurora home she shares with her husband, Jeff, and three cats. Sometime during the day she drew blinds against the sun, and at the same time blocked out an awareness that the screen door was open. Tango, a purebred Abyssinian that the Peers moved with them from Buffalo, N.Y., was aware of the open door, though. And in a minute of inattention, he slipped outside into a world of lawns, fences, neighborhood traffic, and not too far away the always-busy South Parker Road, the state highway that borders the east side of Cherry Creek State Park. The park’s 4,200 acres of wilds conceal myriad threats to domestic cats, from coyotes to snakes, if Tango dared venture that far. Leah Peer did all of the right things when Tango went on the lam. “We looked high and low, all over the place around here. We put up posters on light poles,” she said. She checked with neighbors and local animal control. “I even had a friend who called a pet psychic, which I didn’t put much stock in,” Peer said. The psychic said Tango had been hit by a car, she said. Early on Peer also registered Tango with a lost pets website. There are many with both free and paid features, such as lostmykitty.com, petamberalert.com, tabbytracker.com and petkey.org. “I followed that for over a year,” she said. Additionally there are sites created for specificMugzie geographical areas, such as the Facebook page called “coloradolostfoundpets.” Fast forward to December 2013, seven months after Tango disappeared, and to MaxFund Animal Adoption Center on the edge of downtown Denver. A visitor there fell for a cat named Copper and took him home. That adoption didn’t work out, though; Copper was not as cuddly and compatible with his new family as they had envisioned. Around the end of May 2014, he was returned to the MaxFund shelter. PAW PRINTS | February 2015 Maxfund, as Denver’s premier no-kill animal shelter, prides itself on two things: giving its “residents” the health care they need through its public, low-cost veterinary practice — MaxFund Wellness Center, 1000 Inca St. — and giving them whatever time they need to find a permanent home. Copper got the first when MaxFund veterinarians identified him as a special-needs cat who required a prescription diet for a sensitive stomach. In fall, Copper again caught the eye of a MaxFund visitor and was adopted. But forever in his next “forever home” lasted only a month. Again Copper found himself in the “shy cats” room at MaxFund, with co-founder Nanci Suro fulfilling the promise of unlimited time at the shelter. The multi-windowed shy cats room is a few steps from the large, glassed-in Ol’ Barn Cat room and its twin, Janet’s Room, just off the cat shelter lobby. Those bright, airy rooms for the no-kill shelter’s most social cats also feature enclosed areas in which cats can roam perches in the outdoor air, bask in the sun and interact with passersby. Residents of the shy cats room are just as curious, playful, “talkative” and adoptable as other cats and make fine pets, but they’re a little more skittish. They’re not as wary of humans as residents of the feral cat room, but don’t expect them to be lap cats, as one MaxFund worker puts it. Soon after Copper was returned to MaxFund for the second time, Leah Peer received a Facebook message: “Someone has reported a cat that meets your description in a no-kill shelter.” Peer said she figured it was a scam stemming from the registering of Tango’s disappearance on the Internet about 18 months earlier. Nonetheless she followed up. In a picture of Copper, “The coat looked a little too bright and the eyes looked a little too green,” Peer said. But Copper wasn’t a lap cat and neither was Tango. Peer said she called Tango her “puppy cat” for his penchant to follow her everywhere. But “He didn’t like to be picked up,” she said. Continued on page 2 1 Wayward Cat continued from page 1 Husband Jeff Peer and their son went to MaxFund for what turned into a most-memorable scene for MaxFund employee Brittney Hernandez and other cat shelter staffers. “They were able to come in say ‘That’s my cat,’” Hernandez said. “We were all shocked. They put him on their laps and were loving on him and he didn’t do anything about it.” A couple of weeks before Christmas, Copper, aka Tango, left MaxFund for a third time, but this time in the care of his true owners, Leah and Jeff Peer. As all MaxFund animals are, he was microchipped before his first adoption from there. FROM THE WORLD OF GUS By Gus Suro Snow! The word makes all two-leggers’ faces get pale and their fingers clench. The word probably makes their toes curl up too, but you can’t tell because they always cover their feet. They must think their hind toes are really something special. Personally I prefer feet with a little fur on them, don’t you? But I didn’t mean to talk about ugly feet. Snow is much more interesting. Gypsy and I just love it. We love it in all its stages. When it is coming down, snow is beautiful and it makes everything it touches seem like a fairy land. The same yard with the same trees changes into something else. It’s magic! When the snow starts to cover the grass, it makes it much more fun when we get let out. It’s the same route: out the back door, across the porch, down the back steps, and across the yard to Squirrel Corner. But it is different because the snow flies up around us. It reminds me of running through the puddles of standing water back when we lived on the farm in South Carolina. Coming back from a walk down to the lake, Gypsy had to be on a leash to keep her from taking off and running all over the county, but I was free to choose my own route. On the way to the lake we both stuck to the path (unless some wild thing would appear) because we were in a hurry to get there. Coming home I would crash through the woods on either side of the trail, both to make Gypsy jealous and to just have fun. But if there were puddles, I would splash through every one of them. That would make Dad shout at me. I think he didn’t want to bring all the mud and water into the house. What can you do? I don’t want Dad to be mad at me, but he usually laughed it off. And you can’t let an opportunity like that go by. Today Tango is on his home-made, grain-free diet for the sensitive stomach and at age 13 is readjusting to his rightful place. During his time away, the Peers lost one of their other cats to cancer and adopted a new one from the Denver Dumb Friends League, Leah Peer said. She said she wasn’t surprised that neither of two adoptions from MaxFund worked out for Tango, in the first case because he wasn’t getting along with anyone. She said Tango knew that life wasn’t right, or at least it wasn’t the life he had known before his escape. “He’s a really, really smart cat,” Peer said. And now “There’s no question he knows he’s home.” __________________________ Blue Moose and MaxFund thank Joseph and Linda Vumbaco for their generosity. Blue Moose is also thankful to Robin for bailing him out. You love us... We know you appreciate what we do for the animals. So... Make sure we will always be there – include us in your will. Sorry I got off track today. The truth is that Gypsy and I love snow. That’s the TROOF! PAW PRINTS | February 2015 2 A CAT’S UNIVERSE by Snoopy & Gizmo WINTER IN THE WINDOW WELL Hello Everyone! Did you enjoy the very cold weather we had? I for one don’t mind it too much but then I do not go out in it. Gizmo, however, is fun to watch. He gets on the window sill and paces back and forth waiting for the window to be opened and then he sits at the opening and sniffs and sniffs. First checking for critters bigger than he is who might eat him. We have foxes and coyotes in our neighborhood. Then he has to worry about the neighborhood cat he does not like in his yard. Third, what is the temperature and does he really want to be shut out in the window well for a while? When it is very cold Mom and Dad won’t leave the window open for him to go back and forth. He has to scratch at the window to let them know he is ready to come back inside. Then there are the times when they open the window, and he takes a couple of sniffs, jumps in the air, turns and runs down the couch and back up stairs. You would think someone set off a firecracker the way he jumps and runs. Mom says just plain old window wells are not very inviting (whatever that means). So to make ours look nice she has a picture of a garden all the way around. She also decorates it for the different holidays and some things just stay there all the time. One of the “stay all the time things” is a statue of “Grumpy” holding a lantern that really lights up at night. Well, when we get snow coming from the west, Grumpy gets a snowdrift on his nose. Yes, his nose is big enough to hold one. Anyway, Mom took a picture and sent it to her sister who lives in Florida. I have been there and it is hot! That is also where I got my first and only case of fleas. How embarrassing! Her sister sent back a note saying everyone had a good laugh and that it was 79 degrees there. I must admit that I am getting ready for the warm sun to shine in on the back porch. The cold sun just does not do much for a cat. Well, guess that’s all for now. Here is “Wishing you warm sun soon”. Your Cat Reporter, Snoopy Visit us on the web at: www.maxfund.org Editor & Layout Carolyn Venard Contributing Writers Bill Suro, VMD Phil McPeck Angel Ireson Ilene Johnson Heidi Hahn and Tami Tanoue Distribution 3,953 Unaudited Circulation PAW PRINTS | February 2015 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 3 Adopt a Lifelong Companion and a Friend Forever BABY Baby is a young Lab mix girl. Her golden eyes and bright smile will dazzle you. She wants to play. COCONUT Coconut is medium-small lab mix girl. She is a bit shy and unsure but she would make a great companion. GEORGE George is a wonderful shorthair boy. He is very handsome. Very sweet and shy. PAW PRINTS | February 2015 SAMPSON Sampson is a handsome Terrier mix boy. He is a friendly and easygoing guy. VICKY Vicky is a little brown tabby with white socks and beautiful green eyes. She loves to climb. PENGUIN Penguin is a sweet girl. She is looking for a nice home with people who love her. TAZ Taz is a Rottweiler-Shepherd mix girl. She is a loyal Shepherd with the loving nature of a Rottweiler. FRANKENSTEIN Frankenstein is one of the sweetest cats at the shelter. He loves to play. Come see him! NIVEN Niven loves people. He is FIV+ but don’t let that scare you. He just needs to be an only cat. 4 MEET TWO MAXFUND DOGS TOBIAS By Ilene Johnson The first thing you notice when you meet Tobias is his beautiful color - he looks like a little fawn. His color is officially listed on MaxFund’s website as “red/brown,” but I still think “fawn” color is a better description! ANNIE Annie (short for Lady Anne) is a very beautiful Border Collie mix who is a year old. She is a very special girl. When you meet her, and look into her gorgeous brown eyes, you see trust, love, and a potential soul mate. If you are looking for companion for hiking, walking, running, and visiting the dog park, she is your girl. If you are looking for a friend to cuddle with, she is also your girl. Annie is energetic, gentle, joyful, and loving. She loves everybody, children, cats, other dogs, and mankind in general. And she also loves getting her tummy rubbed. Tobias is a Chihuahua short coated mix. This little guy was born in July, 2011, so he is an adorable three years old. Tobias is a bit shy, but warms up quickly once he gets to know you. And once he gets to know you, he is a very loyal little boy. He loves going for walks, getting belly rubs, and playing with his toys. Tobias gets along well with most other small dogs. You can see Tobias running and playing, and being adorable in general, in the video that is posted on MaxFund’s website. Just click on his bio, and then on the video tab. What a cutie! Annie is a very smart girl. She learns quickly, and strives to please. She knows leash manners, and other commands, and can learn anything you wish to teach her. She is a great trail dog. She runs back and forth on the trail, and never strays; making sure everyone stays together and safe, true to her genetic heritage. Tobias is available for either foster care or adoption. The office staff at MaxFund can tell you all about the wonders of being a foster parent. Either way, he would love to meet you and charm his way into your heart! __________________________ Annie loves going for rides in the car, and is very well behaved when she travels with you. She is also comfortable being kenneled if you need to leave her at home. TOP DOG Annie needs just a bit of extra effort, because she has seizures, which are mostly controlled with medication. She needs a pill twice a day, but readily takes them with peanut butter, which she just loves. Annie needs periodic blood tests to make sure that her medication dosage remains accurate. Finally, she needs you to hold her head and comfort her when she has an occasional seizure. All so worth the love and wonderful things that she gives you in return! This beautiful, sweet girl is also available for foster care where her medical needs will be taken care of by MaxFund. If you are active, have a yard, and can spend time with her, she will give you her heart forever in exchange. Sounds like a perfect deal! Contact MaxFund Wellness Clinic at 303-595-0532 to meet the wonderful Annie and let her capture your heart. PAW PRINTS | February 2015 THANK YOU TO: Alex Campbell Vice President 303.573.1222 [email protected] for your generous donation! __________________________ ALSO THANK YOU TO: OtterCares Foundation for your generous donation! 5 MAXFUND’S MAILBAG Dear Friends of MaxFund, After having dogs my entire life I found myself dog-less after moving to Lone Tree, Colorado. My dog of 16 years had passed on in my arms. I was devastated and decided never to get another dog. It took me a few months before I missed feeding some member of the family and I found myself putting a ring of Cheerios out in the garage, surrounding a bottle cap of fresh water every night. I was feeding a mouse for a couple of months, and then I realized I need a dog. I was drawn to MaxFund because I had heard they were a “no kill” adoption center. Early in May 2004 I decided to find what I would refer to as a very needy dog that needed a forever home. I have always known that dogs thrive on routine. I went to visit that dog at the same time of day for three days bringing a small treat for him that I could give him through the c age. The third day I offered to take him for a walk. We walked around the block together and when the steps to MaxFund were in view he hustled to get up those steps and in to his cage where he felt protected and at home. I hadn’t realized that that had been his home for the past seven weeks. He had looked so forlorn and I honestly thought he had only one eye as his fur had grown over one of his eyes and his hair down to the ground. After filling out the papers I adopted him. I called my groomer and asked if I could bring a dog to her for a bath. The dog was bathed and completely sheared right down to his little pink and grey skin. He had two of the most beautiful eyes I have ever seen and in a short time his fur grew in beautifully. Originally the dear ones at MaxFund had named him Smokey, but I changed his name to “Murphy”. His face just looked like a Murphy. This coming May 10th, Murphy and I will have been together eleven years. He is healthy and happy as he gets two good walks a day plus a few quick “out to the tree” breaks plus routine feeding times. Murphy constantly shows his appreciation for his “forever” home but I never cease to be grateful for his love and for MaxFund for giving him a temporary home until I found him. FOSTER AND FOSTER MaxFund has a robust program for fostering dogs and cats awaiting adoption (contact Erica Jenkins, 303-595-0532). On his website, NatGeoWild TV host and dog trainer Cesar Milan offers some tips on dealing with the eventuality of giving up a foster pet: Pick a dog to foster that you wouldn’t think of as a long-term pet. Foster one that may not be the cutest or youngest, or in some way is a special-needs pet, such as being blind, deaf or missing a limb. Assist in the adoption process. Eagerly share the dog's behavior and personality with potential adopters. Focus on the positive of the dog finding a permanent home, not on surrendering the pet. Celebrate. Foster again. THERE’S THE RUB Three canine massage therapists are suing Arizona, claiming the state is wrong to classify pet massage as veterinary care that can be performed only by licensed veterinarians. Arizona is one of about 20 states that limits pet massage to veterinarians; about 20 others require referral or supervision by a veterinarian, the American Animal Hospital Association reports on its website: aahanet.org. Colorado law says any person may perform massage on an animal if the person does not prescribe drugs, perform surgery or diagnose medical conditions. But as of 2010 the state required pet massage therapists to hold a degree or certificate in animal massage from an approved school. FINAL EDITIONS Cat Fancy and Dog Fancy magazines are ceasing publication in favor of two new magazines modeled on their publisher's cat- and dog-oriented websites. Irvine, Calif.-based I-5 Publishing said it will debut the bimonthly magazines beginning with "Dogster" on Feb. 24 and "Catster" on March 24. I-5 said the new magazines are descendants of dogster.com and catster.com and promise "360-degree coverage and support to pet owners," with news, features, humor, expert advice, products, health, diet, travel and more. — Compiled by Phil McPeck With sincere love, Patricia Gerling PAW PRINTS | February 2015 6 SHORTY NEEDS YOUR HELP! By Heidi Hahn and Tami Tanoue Editor’s note: Shorty’s fundraising page is at http://www.petcaring.com/helpshorty. Checks may also be sent to: MaxFund, 720 W. 10th Ave., Denver, CO 80204, attn.: Help Shorty. Shorty is a gorgeous Black Lab mix girl born in March, 2014. She arrived at the MaxFund with a physique that is startling…shocking, really. Her rear half is twisted in a most improbable way, which makes standing and walking quite a challenge. There are typically two reactions that people experience upon meeting her for the first time. First, pity. You’ll compare Shorty to the “able-bodied” dogs you know. You’ll imagine how daunting her challenges must be. Shorty’s appearance may bring tears to your eyes. Take a look at Shorty’s video at www.petcaring.com/helpshorty. Second, AMAZEMENT. You’ll be drawn to Shorty’s happy, smiling face, and her enthusiasm, charisma and charm will wash over you. There is no way you can have that first reaction for long. You’ll know from her playful ways and her indomitable spirit that there’s no room or need for pity in her life! Shorty came to MaxFund on August 29, 2014. She was relinquished because her primary caregiver passed away. The family had multiple dogs in the home and realized that caring for Shorty was an enormous undertaking. The relinquishing paperwork stated that the family had had her since birth. There’s no mention on what happened, when it happened, or how it happened: “She has always been like this,” is what we were told. Shorty’s had x-rays taken, and they’re pretty shocking. One vet we consulted described what she saw as “hemivertebrae (deformed spinal bones) on steroids with nuclear waste and zombie venom.” There’s shock that she’s even alive, much less thriving. You hear moans, groans, and just disbelief in general. So can Shorty be “fixed”? Well, Shorty will be the first to point out she’s not “broken”! What she needs is your help to be the very best Shorty she can be. Professional physical therapy will allow her to build her strength, balance, and endurance. We have started working with the fine folks at CRCG Canine Rehabilitation Group, and have consulted PAW PRINTS | February 2015 with the professionals at Ortho Pets as well as CSU’s therapy group. All this is very expensive, of course. But with your help, Shorty can get the assistance she needs. Shorty is full of life and spirit and joy. Although her body has improvised a way to get around, physical therapy will greatly improve her mobility. We hope the therapy can also assist in dealing with the incontinence issues that are associated with her condition. Ultimately, we’d love for her to be able to find a great forever home. But until and unless that happens, she will always have a place at MaxFund. We’ve set up a fundraising page at http://www.petcaring.com/helpshorty, with a goal of $10,000. This amount will allow her to get several months of intensive physical therapy at CRCG to strengthen her muscles and improve her mobility and balance. We plan to train volunteers to assist her with additional exercises, too. So please go to http://www.petcaring.com/helpshorty and help if you can. Checks are also welcome, and may be sent to: MaxFund, 720 W. 10th Ave., Denver, CO 80204, attn.: Help Shorty. Shorty is the embodiment of MaxFund’s mission, and we depend on your generosity and support to fulfill that mission. THANK YOU for helping Shorty. 7 SILENT PAWS Memorials In memory of Bo - Joseph Davis In memory of Sundance - Leslie Young In memory of Ann Bersi’s beloved cat, Shellie - Audrey Simpson In memory of Adrian Bank’s beloved, Maggie - Jen, Rachel, & Dylan Banks In memory of Biscuits - S. E. Obrien In memory of Dozer - Jeff VanDemark In memory of our wonderful Perreywinkel—friend, family member, counselor extraordinaire! - Donald Mares In memory of Neissie, beloved pet of John & Karen Zollars - Susan Dalton In memory of Jenna, beloved lab and walking buddy of Corinne, Kevin & Matthew Henkelman - Erich Magruder & Amy Larrison In memory of Zane Vanderburg-Reynolds - Kerry White In memory and tribute to our sweet Chocolate Lab Bart. He never met a BALL he did not love - Linda Safstrom In memory of April - Paul Villanueva In memory of Joe & Arlene Crystal’s beloved cat, Max - Judy Rubin In memory of our Grandog, Chuy, the best dog ever! - John Ellis In memory of Shelby, the best little bear cub we could have ever loved - Rebecca Schroeder In memory of Noel - Sharon Loyd In memory of David & Frances Mackey Youngstrom’s beloved, Sadie - Joan Ringel Remembering Oliver, and wishing comfort to your special people-Jan, Roger, Bryce and Alyssa. You were always well loved and now, greatly missed. Love, Laurie Hamilton In memory of Teri Nolin’s beloved dog, Joey - Vicki Romeo-Mullen In memory of dear Missy Gatto, owned and loved by Crispin Sargent - Joan Ringel In memory of Buffy - Donna Ludwig In memory of Jeb - Rebecca Thompson In memory of Skittles & Stella - Jeff & Bev Ruud In memory of Jake the wonder dog - Dana Kobold In memory of Savana - Sue Zimmer In memory of Jax - Mark & Marilyn Kessler In memory of Magic, Mikey, & Cooper - Kevin Noll In memory of Buffy, Daisy, Kali, Gabe, Cami,& Kierkie - Helen Mann In memory of Prima - Carolyn & Jeff Riggs In memory of Angel - Angela Yadon In memory of Barkley & Maird - The Hissett Family In memory of Bailey - Dann Milne In memory of Tucker - Vicki Jenings In memory of Daisy - Amy Siegel In memory of Fred - Linda Skinner In memory of Buddy, Cisco, & Mickey - Britta & Warren Rodie In memory of Ani - Suneeta Hazra In memory of Toby Comelia - Danett Stewart In memory of Jack Daniels - Donna Franklin In memory of Corey - Gail Corle In memory of Hat Trick - Kayla & Gary Berg In memory of Casey - Graham Kolb In memory of Dudley & Rhoda - Liz Scott In memory of Ice - Sharon Balzano In memory of Sam - Kathleen Jacobsen In memory of Max, Daisy, & Brody - Jodi Music In memory of Chrissy Barry’s beloved, Obi - Barbara Williams In memory of Danae Kranski’s beloved, Annie - Barbara Williams In memory of MauraHeidi Henderson’s beloved, Portia - Barbara Williams In memory of Robin Lee’s beloved, Ford & Lucky - Barbara Williams To our beloved Kong. We miss you so much. You were such a beautiful and devoted cat. Thank you for the love and joy you brought to our lives - Cindy Roegner In honor of Moose, Bones, Simon and Murray. Our adopted family members who always live in our hearts. We love you, J & Y Horan In memory of Luna, special furry friend of Dr. Jeannette MacDonald and Fred Lewis, Esq - Rev Sandra Daniel I miss you, Zeke - Lynn Holtzman In memory of Daisy - Maureen Lienau In memory of all of our pet family members - Larry & Mary Ann Meyers In memory of Bonnie & Clyde - Keith & Kathie Finger In memory of Frannie - Peggy Hoerner In memory of Maya, Popsicle, & Ray Charles - Barbara Weller In memory of Mack - Julie Campbell In memory of Jacob & Stella - Christa & Charles Bergeron In memory of Athena Connolley Araya - Brenda Rivers In memory of Krystal Dellinger, A precious canine companion to Cathy and Denver Dellinger. She will be missed dearly - Bret LaFonte In memory of Bogie, Mae, & Lucy - Susan Graim PAW PRINTS | February 2015 In memory of Sophie, a very special feline companion to my dear friend Helen Baldwin - Terry Zamell In memory of Annie Murray-McDonald, a very special girl - Andra Cody In memory of Galen & Riley - Ron Schmiermund & Bev Kahn In memory of Blue - Tom Ori In memory of Bags - Paul Simon In memory of Jewel, gone but not forgotten - Jackie & Larry Lumley In memory of our little Lucy - Mark & Ann Wellington In memory of Karen Watts’ beloved, Pete - Jack & Diane King In memory of John Wade’s beloved, Bizzy - Jack & Diane King In memory of Jerry & Tazi - Monte Pickett SILENT MEMORIES In memory of my beloved daughter, Susan Unger - Joseph Davis In memory of Barb Anschutz - Janice Podoll In memory of Madalyn Runge - Jane Reredich, Kelley Roach, Rosemary Brown In memory of Virginia Potter - Patricia O’Connor In memory of Hans Kommert - Donald & Providence Pruden, Billie, Scott, & Yvonne Yates, Robert Buergisser In memory of Theresa Mead - Shawna Gustin In memory of Mrs. Dean Falkner Wells - Sandra Moore In memory of Jean Camblin - Julie Sena, Ida Casagranda In memory of David Effers - Colorado Department of Labor In loving memory of Jerry Tilton Poston - Steve Ormiston In memory of Max Roger - Dr. & Mrs. Jon Cram In honor of Barbara Anschutz - Martha Cox In memory of Jean - Virginia Guerra Lewis In memory of Ned B. & Virginia Kain - Elizabeth Kain In memory of Emily Berkeley - Terry & Roy Berkeley In memory of Reg Griebling - Autumn Moran In memory of Rachel - Roxanne Kochevar In memory of my Dad - Donna Wise In memory of Frank Tapp - Linda & Bill Tietjen In memory of Kathy Einboden - Sherry Pixler In memory of Catherine Christenson - Mary Christenson In memory of Marie Powers - Sharon Powers In memory of Anne Leftin - Dr. Max & Dita Wohlauer In memory of Fran Johnson - Don Taylor In memory of Lynn Walker - Wayne Walker, Patrick & Pamela McDavitt In memory of Brando Olson - Michelle Olson In memory of Lynn Witzen - Darci Nielsen In memory of Madison Conner - Cathy Van Tassel In memory of Ryan English - Jo English In memory of our beloved Daughter, Vanessa Zirakzadeh - Cyrus & Barbara Zirakzadeh In memory of Leigh Anne Bell - Christa Bell In memory of Ellie & Luke Wienski - Chandra Hartman In memory of Abby Rogers - Jeanne Hind In memory of Frank Tapp - Jan Marquardt In memory of Brian Jackson - Margaret King In memory of Mike Townsend - Linda Czarny In memory of my Father, Bill, Sister, Judy, Mother, Leone, and Brother, Mark - Tim Heldenbrand In memory of Jane Ann Roberts Aronson - Art & Lynette Crum In memory of Eileen Farr - Patricia A. Farr In memory of Merrill Berger - Noel Berger In memory of my daughter, Kathleen Paser - Sandra Paser In memory of Donald Okray - John Pringle In memory of Al & Pat Ursetta - Arvada Excavating Co. In memory of Donna Moore & Harriet Roman - Ivan & Maxine Woolf In memory of Leslie Champion - Marc Champion In memory of Rianan - Arden Rossi HONORABLE MENTIONS In honor of Kerry Kavanagh - Kristen, Mike, & Matt Kavanagh On behalf of Chris Becker & Quentin Tatro for the Holidays - Al & Pat Bauernfeind In honor of Sandy Scherer - Helen O’Donovan In honor of Sarita Patel’s birthday - Megan Eliassen, Audrey Keeley In honor of Ed & Paul Hutchinson - Sue Hurwitz In honor of the Skubanelli Family - Trish & Joe Campanelli Continued on page 12 8 DONATIONS Thanks to the following people and businesses whose generous contributions help all the animals. Ackley, Megan Adkisson, Jessica Aiu, Zorie Albee Family Albin, Richard and Donna Alexander, Jim & Laurie Allstate Ampe, Peter Anderson, Carol Anderson, Melissa Anderson, Susan & Chuck Anderson, Suzanne Arbuckle, Cynthia Archuleta, Lisa Armour, Lauren Arnold-Marsh, Carolyn The Eugene C & Florence Armstrong Family Foundation The Silver Lining Foundation The Reel Family Foundation Network Marketing Associates Inc. Jewell, Donna Hare, Craig & Jama Hogarth, Dennis & Fran Blair, Judy O’Connell, Wally Brenton, Matthew & Katharine Bernuth Kessler, Amy Catalucci, Brian & Lise Carmack, Donna Rodgers, Rosemary Brand, Norman & Linda Farr, Rennell Irgens, Kelli Taylor, John & Debra Stanton, Donna Lee Strayer, Janice Franceschi, John & Ruth King, David & Janet Oberdorfer, Kathryn & Joel Cohen Hoffman, Shelley Binford, Bridgette & Brian Stevenson, Howard & Tracey Sirpolaidis, Vassilios & Lynne Gresh, Heather & John Bjorndal, Patricia Black Dog Foundation Inc. 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Without your love and care, she would not be here for us to cherish - Jim & Marla Myers In honor of Christmas - John & Deb Durenberger In honor of Celesta Miracle - Martin Wigley In the name of Norbert Steinbock for Christmas - Chen-Pin Hu Merry Christmas Rusty, Deborah, & Bode - Em & Mem In honor of Max - Dawn Gustafson In honor of Jeri Freiberger’s Reggie - Leona Lawrence In honor of Sarah & Eric Armstrong - Judy Myers In honor of Fred Chambers - Roberta Chambers In honor of Gatchet - Mike Kravitz On behalf of Wiley - Mario Burstein Merry Christmas Mom - the lover of all animals & care giver of your kitties, Bug, Scootch & Clarrisa. In loving memory of Sumo. Love, Heather & Raleigh Merry Christmas, Laura! Donating to this important cause to keep poor, scared and helpless animals safe and loved is the true reason for this season. Makes me happy to donate on your behalf. XO, The 2nd Laura Gillan On behalf of the Davis/Sundby families and the special pet(s) we have adopted from various organizations that have permanently changed our lives, thank you - Corey Davis Merry Christmas, Judy - Joan Clayton Merry Christmas, Amy Jennings - Gary Basham In honor of Nancy Rome and Lucia - Laurie Rome In honor of Carol Younghans - Susan Orlan Merry Christmas to the doggies at MaxFund. We hope you find your forever families soon!- Beenie & Izzi in Chicago Merry Christmas, Gloria Talber - A. 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Pidgeon In the name of Jeff & Wendy Helton - Jeanie Helton & Eric & Jenny Wheeler In honor of Tom & Linda Sippel Lemmer - Sally & Joe Lemmer Christmas donation for Scott Allensworth & Anne Keil - Laura Carter -Allensworth In honor of Daryl & Wendy Brady’s 25th Anniversary - Kelly Eisentraut On behalf of G. Chapman - Yvonne Shrum In the name of Mary Yeager - Mimi Howard In honor of our son Miles who loves puppies - James & Bethany Therrien Happy Holidays to Sandy Kramer - Love, Kelly & Shelli Reed Christmas donation in honor of Annette Newland - Katherine Lovgren In honor of Ara Darakjian, Merry Christmas - John Murphy In honor of Heather Williams - Kathryn Gould In honor of Nancy Rome & Lucia - Susan Rome Merry Christmas, Mom. Thanks for all you do! - Aaron Duncan Merry Christmas for Mary K! - Molly Smith-Weber For Emilee & Noah Cunningham - Sharlene Piatak In honor of Ginger Ketz, Anne & Luke Dutka, and Walter Chartier - Gloria Talberg In honor of Daisy - Kathy Teltsch In honor of Jasmine - June Garlich In honor of Sundance & Freedom - Nancy Driver In honor of adopting Millie 3 years ago - Carol Mark In honor of Peaches - Sally Bartalot For Doug Camilli for Christmas - Bob & Kathy Camilli In honor of Karen Bacon - Jan & M. D. Bacon In the name of Emily Perry, Tom Perry, and Susie Matsui - Andrew Perry In honor of Peanut - Bea & Bruce Nahon In honor of Annie - Karen Starkins In honor of Rene Concialdi - Susie Martin For Ryann - Nikki Kuosman In honor of Cheryl Nobel - Jane Price In honor of Pallie - Jack Mills For Shahram Razaghnia & Bahram Razaghnia for Christmas - Patricia Pluta In honor of Chris Evans & Skye - Linda M. Maich Christmas gift for Senator Michael Bennet and his wife Susan Daggett Bennet - Jesse Daggett In honor of our dear kitties, Lily & Nicholas- Diane Edes _________________________________ CLIPPER Salmonella, the bacteria responsible for recent recalls of some pet treats, was named for Daniel Elmer Salmon, a veterinary pathologist and the first person in the United States to earn a DVM degree. Salmon (1850-1914) spent his career studying animal diseases for the U.S. Department of Agriculture, according to Wikipedia, the free, public-based Internet encyclopedia. 12 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: ___________________________________ PAW PRINTS | February 2015 13 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 Pet 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 Sampson Proud Sponsor of Mugzie small earth vintage vintage clothing for the modern person www.smallearthvintage.com Lawrence P. Hartlaub Attorney at Law 720-488-2771 [email protected] Performance Construction Roofing, Siding, Gutters, Painting & other construction related services 303-761-7663 http://performanceconstruction.com Proud Sponsor of Tempest Proud Sponsor of Chango Proud Sponsor of Roxi [email protected] 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]. PAW PRINTS | February 2015 14 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 ANTIQUE JEWELRY 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 9th for “Canine” & cats having “9” lives. 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. 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] 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]. LOCKSMITH Sierra Locksmith—Louis Chavez, Owner 7347 W. Kentucky Dr. “B” Lakewood, CO 80226 (720) 435-7518 Commercial, Residential and Vehicles 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. 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 PAW PRINTS | February 2015 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/ RECONNECTIVE HEALING Energy healing for animals and people [email protected] Linda Jennings 303-883-8476 www.spectrumofhealing.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. ROOFING Performance Construction Locally owned by animal lovers http://performanceconstruction.com 303-761-7663 | [email protected] Roofing, Siding, Gutters, Painting and other construction related services. Mention this ad and we will make a donation to MaxFund for every job completed. 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 | (303) 595-0532 Dr. Bill Suro, Dr. David O’Brien, Dr. Jamie Charlie Low Cost Veterinary Services and Laser Therapy Open to the public VCA Douglas County Animal Hospital 531 Jerry, Castle Rock (303) 688-2480 Dr. Eppard & Associates Aspen Commons Animal Hospital 1842 S. Parker Rd., Denver, CO 80231 Dr. Bob James (303) 368-4171 RENOVATIONS Empeyer Renovations, LLC Bill Peyer (303) 681-1981 Licensed and Insured Cutting-Edge Energy Therapy Institute Pet Communication • Trauma Release Therapy Pat Pattison, CMT CHT PEC (303) 722-0272 E-mail: [email protected] 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 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. 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 Beginning in February, 2015, St. Francis of Assisi in Denver (556 East Jersey) will be offering pet friendly Masses/ blessings of the pets the third Saturday of each month. Our first service will be February 21st. St. Francis loves animals just as much as the MaxFund does. They are part of the family. 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 15 MAXFUND, INC. MaxFund Animal Adoption Center 720 W. 10th Avenue Denver, Colorado 80204 Inside This Issue! Third Time’s a Charm... Meet Two MaxFund Dogs Shorty Needs Your Help! Memorials NON PROFIT ORG U.S. POSTAGE PAID Denver, CO page 1 page 5 page 7 page 8 DEADLINE FOR ARTICLES FOR MARCH NEWSLETTER IS WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 4TH 9th Consecutive Year We’ve Earned The Public Trust www.charitynavigator.org “Only 2% of the charities we rate have received at least 7 consecutive 4-star evaluations, indicating that MaxFund consistently executes its mission in a fiscally responsible way, and outperforms most other charities in America.” 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. (Membership is renewable annually and is tax deductible.) $15 Senior $25 Individual Date:_______________________ $50 Family $100 V.I.P. $1,000 Lifetime/Corporate ___NEW ___RENEWAL Name: __________________________________________ Address:________________________________________________________________________ City:_____________________________________________State:____________Zip: __________ Home Phone Number ______________________________ Work Phone Number (Optional) _____________________ Email Address ___________________________________ MAIL TO: MaxFund Animal Adoption Center • 720 W. 10th Avenue • Denver, Colorado 80204 • Phone (720) 266-6081