Aloha Escorts Still Going Strong 25 Years Later
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Aloha Escorts Still Going Strong 25 Years Later
Fall 2015 Kauai Humane Society Board of Directors EMILY LAROCQUE PRESIDENT ELIZABETH FREITAS 1ST VICE PRESIDENT LES MILNES 2ND VICE PRESIDENT MAUREEN MULVIHILL TREASURER DIANN HARTMAN SECRETARY NAOMI GIOVANNI MARGARET HANSON ROYCE KAWABATA JEFFREY KENNEDY BEV PANG ORIANNA SKOMOROCH BETTY UNANIAN Kauai Humane Society Leadership Team PENNY E. CISTARO EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TRACY ANDERSON SOS MANAGER JONATHAN FISHER COMMUNITY SERVICES MANAGER LAURA L. LEE DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR MICHELE MOLINEAUX-FARALDI BLOOMING TAILS STORE MANAGER CHRISTINA MURPHY OUTREACH AND CLIENT SERVICES MANAGER DR. DAWN USHIO STAFF VETERINARIAN CATHERINE VILLARREAL CONTROLLER JULIE WERNER VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR Our Mission: Aloha Escorts Still Going Strong 25 Years Later Slim, a little brown and white hound, came to KHS along with his brother as a stray at only 3 months of age. Both arrived with skin infections causing severe hair loss. Slim’s brother was quickly adopted, Slim however waited patiently for his home. While exercising Slim, staff noticed that Slim was experiencing difficulty Carol Ann and Norman escorting Frank and Sally walking. After reviewing x-rays staff learned Slim and his second chance that both of Slim’s knee caps were dislocated; a condition known as patellar luxation. He would need double knee surgery if he were to ever to walk comfortably. This would be an enormous undertaking both financially and for Slim’s recovery. The Oregon Humane Society (OHS), one of thirteen shelter and rescue partners in the Aloha Escorts Transfer Program, was able to step up and give Slim a chance. The care provided by the center’s 19-person medical team is a major reason why Slim is walking today. The shelter’s hospital is also a one-of-a-kind teaching facility. In partnership with the Oregon State University (OSU) College of Veterinary Medicine, veterinary students complete a three-week primary care rotation at the hospital under the guidance of a full-time OSU faculty member. Slim was just one of 1,000 animals helped by surgeries through OHS this year. Once OHS learned of Slim’s condition, it was clear that he would be an ideal candidate for this program. The Kauai Humane Society was able to arrange a flight for Slim to Portland via Alaska Airlines. Since his surgery, Slim has been adopted by a loving family where he runs for joy! Slim is just one of the over 700 animals that have been transferred from the Kauai Humane Society through this incredible program to find forever homes on the Mainland. KHS is still using the very same program that started twenty five years ago at the original shelter in Hanapepe. In the 90s, the program was called Aloha Escorts and Aloha Airlines was the main transporter. Dogs and cats were transferred to Denver, Portland, and other parts of the West Coast. Thanks to the dedication and commitment of our hard working staff and volunteers this very same program has evolved and expanded over the years. We now have thirteen shelter and rescue organizations as partners. On average, two transfers per week occur with a potential of ten animals through each transfer. Thank you to all the caring passengers who have helped us by acting as an escort for the animals ensuring that they reach their destination safely and are accepted by the receiving partner. The Kauai Humane Society is dedicated to promoting the human-animal bond and ensuring compassionate, informed care for all of Kauai’s animals. Kauai Humane Society is a Better Business Bureau (BBB) Accredited charity. This is a promise and assurance of the highest level of financial stewardship of your gift. Volunteer traveler with five transfers Continued on page 4 2 Paw Print Press From the Executive Director It is understandable that when people look at our shelter they want to know the effectiveness of our programs; how many lives were saved and how many were euthanized. These are the most asked questions. The Kauai Humane Society offers several outstanding programs to help the animals of our community. These programs promote a better outcome for Kauai’s non-human residents. The work we do on behalf of animals cannot be explained simply by looking at our numbers although the numbers do tell a very positive and persuasive story. This past year we increased our live release rate from 39% to 45%. We reduced euthanasia relative to intake by 5%. We continue, year after year, to move forward with new programs. These programs are designed to decrease the number of animals entering the shelter through “safety net” programs that enable families to keep their companions. These programs include low cost spay/neuter surgeries and vaccinations, the behavior hotline, and the pet food bank, Gomez’s Galley. Last year the number of animals entering the shelter decreased by 16%. We view this as a positive for our safety net programs. The Kauai Humane Society accepts every single animal brought to us for help, regardless of that animal’s health, age, physical condition, behavior, and even regardless of the animal’s species. We are Kauai’s only “open door” facility. We are the island’s only full service animal welfare organization. Despite that and the obvious challenges it creates, KHS continues to move forward. And that is the important take–away from reviewing our numbers. KHS continues to move forward. In This Issue Aloha Escorts Still Going Strong 25 Years Later 1 From the Executive Director 2 We All Need Help, Even Your Pets 3 Gala News 4 Tributes5 Tails-A-Waggin5 Fall Highlights 5 Become A Hanai Family 6 Keep Your Ears Perked 6 I Scream for Gelato 7 Save our Shearwaters Season 7 Wish List 8 Kaddy’s Corner 8 Mobile Spay and Neuter Kick Off 8 We cannot compare ourselves to other shelters. We can only compare ourselves to ourselves. We are our own measuring stick. While an individual year may be up or it may be down, when our numbers are looked at over a period of years can we say that we are improving? Are the programs working? Are the numbers trending in the right direction? Are more lives being saved? When we look at our numbers and our programs we can say yes to those questions. It is also important to know if we are moving towards a clear goal whereby no animals would be euthanized except for those whom euthanasia is necessary to relieve their suffering or for the safety of people and other animals. We are making steady, though slow, progress in that right direction. Our programs are having an impact. Our transfer program sent 362 animals to the mainland in fiscal year 2015, an increase from the 221 in 2014. Our partner organizations on the mainland have increased this past year from three to thirteen. Our Field Trip Program placed 96 dogs into new homes in 2015, up from 82 in 2014. Our Foster Program provided care to 275 animals up from 257 animals in the previous year. We increased the number of animals spayed or neutered by 110. For more information and statistics, please visit our website, www.kauaihumane.org. All of this is positive movement forward. And with the community’s support we can continue our forward momentum. Thank you for your continued support; together we can do more. Penny E. Cistaro Executive Director We All Need Help, Even Your Pets Paw Print Press 3 Whether adopting a new puppy or older dog, new owners could very well experience behavior issues. Even pets that have been a member of the family for a long time can start exhibiting unwanted behaviors. Puppy chewing, excessive barking or even an older dog marking his territory are all issues that can be overcome quickly. These issues and many others can most often be dealt with a little patience, time and effort, and of course the expertise of your very own private behaviorist. The Kauai Humane Society Behavior Helpline team consists of one certified humane educator, three certified dog trainers and a cat expert. This group of talented and patient volunteers have been helping the animal lovers of Kauai. The most common issues they have come across are house training, how to build the confidence of a timid dog, how to redirect a nipping puppy, and cats fighting with one another. The team members rotate answering the helpline calls and work with each caller to resolve problems. Most of the issues can be resolved over the phone or through email. Sometimes though, the problem may require a one on one with the pet. However the issue is resolved, the result is the same. Callers are thrilled that the team here at the Kauai Humane Society is willing to take the time to resolve the behavior issues. In addition to working with the Behavior Helpline, these volunteers manage the Adoption Follow-up Program. The team checks in with an adopting family approximately two weeks after the animal has settled into its new home to see how everyone is adjusting. Training and behaviors are discussed to help with any issues. Most issues are resolved with advice and information. Sometimes it may require a bit more. For example, if a young dog needs help with basic manners, a training class may be the solution. This same group teaches dog training classes at the Humane Society. New classes begin every seven weeks. Three classes are offered: Puppy Preschool, Family Dog Manners and Intermediate Manners. The Puppy Preschool class is for dogs 8 weeks to 4 months old, teaches basic manners and how to resolve most common puppy problems. The Family Dog Manners class is geared for dogs older than 4 months old and helps the dog learn to pay attention, sit, lie down, come when called, walk politely on a leash and settle on a mat. The Intermediate Manners class builds on the Family Dog Manners and also introduces the dog to agility exercises. Classes are limited to seven registrants and all classes are taught with positive reinforcement. After a test of what the dog has learned, they “graduate” from the class with a certificate and a bag of delicious Barkaroo Dog Treats. To reach the Behavior Helpline, please call (808) 632-0610, x 116. To sign up for a dog training class, please visit www.kauaihumane.org to see when the next set of classes is offered. These two programs are part of Kauai Humane Society’s Safety Net Program designed with the goal of keeping families together. “People love their pets, however it is important for any concerns to be smoothed over in the honeymoon period,” one of the behavior staff states. “That’s where the helpline comes into play. Training creates a bond between the trainer and the dog that will last a lifetime. The best place for any dog is with their family.” Aloha Escorts Still Going Strong 25 Years Later Continued from page 1 KHS couldn’t have placed all these animals without the gracious partnership with Alaska Airlines. and hound. Their appealing size and wire haired faces are not found in mainland shelters. KHS is always looking for passengers who are flying on a nonstop Alaska Airlines flight to Portland, Seattle, San Diego, San Francisco or Oakland. A week’s notice is preferable although more is better for planning purposes. Advance notice enables KHS and the partnering shelter to make the necessary arrangements to ensure adequate room for the potential candidates. The Aloha Escorts is always in need of airline approved pet crates, pet travel kits, and cargo flight fees. For more program details and ways to donate to save more animals’ lives visit www.kauaihumane.org or call (808)632-0610. Flight information is all that is needed; the date, time, confirmation code and final destination. Next, KHS will reserve the animal’s space on the flight and make all of the preparations for the flight. At check-in, KHS staff will meet the passenger at the Alaska Airlines ticket counter to check the dog in for the flight. Alaska Airlines generously waives any associated fees. The escort has the name and contact information of who will greet them at their destination. Upon arrival, they go to baggage claim and transfer the animal to the receiving volunteer. That volunteer then takes the animals to the receiving shelter. Since the animals are already fully vaccinated, spayed or neutered and microchipped, they’re quickly assessed and placed for adoption. Our unique looking dogs are usually adopted within the first two days. Our dogs are a mixture of Airedale, Whippet Staff member, Danielle with KHS volunteers Tracy and Carla assisting a flyer with transfers. Gala News Mahalo to all who attended Paws for Celebration Annual Gala at the Sheraton in Poipu. The event netted over $80,000 to support all of KHS’s programs. Thank you to all of our sponsors and businesses that supported and donated to this great fundraiser. And a big thank you to the Sheraton Kauai Resort’s for hosting our event. Kaddy will be featured on all promotional items for the Fast and Furriest Festival. Her mom, Elizabeth Freitas kept bidding until she secured the prize. The winning bid for our naming playing field, Biscuit’s Backyard was reached by Emily Larocque to honor her shelter dog, Biscuit. Dr. Scott Sims was presented the Humane-itarian of the Year Award for his compassion and unconditional commitment to providing lifesaving care for animals. Dr. Sims did extraordinary work for the Kauai Humane Society and the Kauai community. Scott always put an animals’ needs above his own and he will be deeply missed. Tributes Paw Print Press 5 Fall Highlights February 2015 to July 2015 In Honor of Person Penny and the Board Members Ron and Laura Wiley Scarlet Friedley Paul Friedley Kurt and Kathy Last Megan Joseph Judy Kloski John Kloski Victoria Ellacott Lori Markowitz Sheree and Mike Latif Carol Sue Melamed Jerome and Laura Miller Joanne and Hana Saiu and Kathy Kikoshima Stephanie Merenda Laura Wiley Jacqueline Turner Elizabeth Freitas Polly Price Michaela Meulelijk Janet Halloway and Scott Salmon Kathy Thaggard Joan Contival Charmain Dehart Deb and Bill Sander Jan & Tim Jenkins In Memory of Person Murphy Shipley Susan Blake Sandi Day Rosemary Cooper Elizabeth Freitas Ernie and JoAnne Moniz Jennifer Kay Osmundson Peggy and Gregory Sugimoto Grove Farms Ron and Laura Wiley Linda VanDeman Mary Artigliere Robert and Alinda Hiller DeDe Irwin Ken Irwin Carey Fong Edwin and Janet Kamioka Elvis Zola Joel and Judy Kettler Lilly Maksood-Moore Margaret and Tim Miles Daniel Newbold Mary Pixler Joanne Woltman Kay Tullius Christine and William Queen Julie Lappert Ashley Swart Judy Brennan Dorothy Swenson Tom Tombrello Betty Unanian Teddy Drews Sheila Drews In Honor of Pet Mocha Rose Ann Adamson Anna (Tilly) Bonnie Jorgensen Koa, Tora and Sam Mary Ann Kubota Taz Cheryl Peru Toofie Roberta & Mel Johnson Frank (Ole Blue Eyes) Carol Ann Davis In Memory of Pet Mango Millie Bobbitt Andy and Becky Gagnon Bonnie and Edward Lake Betty Unanian Ron and Laura Wiley Sheila Drews Ben Denise Boehler Holly Arnie and Judy Breyer Rocket Girl and Morah Larry and Kay Einhorn Cocoa Rachel Halverson Cotton Kathleen Moss Arwen Helen Osborne Jeremy Osborne Kristi Kalke Pepsi, Rufus, Regis and Orphan Annie Lori Otsuka Princess Robin Yost Alice Victorino Champ Ron and Laura Wiley Penny Cistaro Amigo Spinden, Kimmy, Tommy and Helen Sheila Drews Bonnie, Albert, Schotzie and Hannah Karen and Ralph Foxworthy Ruby D. Amorosa DeGracia Tails-A-Waggin’ Bissell Pet Foundation Grant Kauai Humane Society is thrilled to be a recipient of the Bissell Pet Foundation grant. KHS was awarded $5000 in support for our Spay/Neuter Program. PENNY DRIVES We would like to thank Ele`ele Elementary School. The kids held a Penny Drive to benefit Gomez’ Galley Pet Food Bank here at Kauai Humane Society. They raised $787 in pennies. Wilcox Elementary School did the same and raised $100 in pennies. Both schools show amazing compassion for Kauai’s animals and the shelter. They are great stewards of the community and we thank them for choosing our organization to give their donations. QUILTING FOR THE ANIMALS Quilts were made and sold at the Kauai Quilt and Fiber Show. Quilters Norma Miyamoto, Delina Aberle, Kathleen Mansfield, Lynn Sentenn, Susan Burkhard and Christine Queen chose the Kauai Humane Society as their charity. Thank you for taking the time to make the quilt and choosing the shelter for your donations. KURANDA BEDS DONATED Dalton, a future Eagle Scout, made Kuranda Beds for the shelter dogs. Thank you for your outstanding gift to the KHS. Each bed made allows the pups to be more comfortable in their kennels. MAHALO! • Mahalo to Natural Pet Hawaii for sponsoring our Pet of the Week on KQNG. We commend you for your continued support and dedication to all the pets on the island. • We were nominated by an anonymous person to the Dogs and Cats on the Streets and received $5,000. We appreciate that person for caring and supporting our shelter. PETCO PARTNERSHIP Kauai Humane Society is a proud partner with Petco. Petco has partnered with Kauai Humane Society to house up to 4 cats at a time in their store. 8 cats have already been adopted from the store since it opened late June. Petco is also sponsoring our Pet of the Week on KQNG. 6 Paw Print PrintsPress Press Become a Hanai Family Right: Is Meha a domestic shorthair kitten Left: Is Lola a Airedale/Terrier mix and Bottom: Is Popcorn a Lionhead mix rabbit Keep Your Ears Perked! Popcorn, a one year old Lionhead Mix rabbit, came to KHS skittish and shy. She was a beautiful rabbit who would be easily adopted if she was comfortable with people. Meha, a 2-month female charcoal domestic shorthair kitten, was too tiny when she was arrived. Lola, a one year old female brindle Airedale/ Terrier mix was timid when she was placed for adoption. After a month of being at the shelter, she was becoming increasingly scared; all the activity and strange people became overwhelming for her. These three animals all had a common need. They needed individualized care in a quiet environment where a loving family could provide socialization and time. These and hundreds more like them were given a second chance by the hanai families who foster animals for KHS. Hanai families give of their time and provide day to day care, basic training, behavior modification, medical care and socialization. With the responsibilities come the rewarding moments; having an animal gain weight, learn how to walk on a leash, approach a stranger or gently nudge your hand for some loving gives the foster families all the gratification they need. These families open their hearts and homes to nurture these animals until they reach their adoption potential. In the Hawaiian language, hanai means “to adopt, to be close, to sustain, to nourish.” Each hanai family does just that by giving them love, socialization, training, affection, confidence, trust, and a name. Foster homes are needed for a variety of reasons. Kittens and puppies may simply need time to grow to their adoption age. An already timid dog may become “kennel stressed” and start to lose weight and withdraw from others. An animal may be sick or injured and require the extra TLC to take care of that issue. Kauai Humane Society provides all the supplies, food and medications the animal will need while in a hanai home. On average, approximately 75 dogs and 180 cats are fostered through the Foster Program annually. There is always a need for additional homes. If you would like to participate, all you have to do is fill out a volunteer and a foster application. Next, attend a volunteer orientation with hands-on training and then wait for the opportunity to help your first foster animal. For more information, please contact Julie, our Volunteer Coordinator at 808-632-0610, x111. Paw Print Press 7 I Scream for Gelato.... Many thanks to Papalani Gelato for donating their delicious homemade gelato for our Annual Volunteer Appreciation Party held on April 18th. Awards were presented to volunteers for the hours spent at the shelter. We have over 240 active volunteers assisting with the daily tasks that it takes to run the shelter. We had 5 volunteers with over 1,000 hours of service, 9 volunteers with over 500 hours of service and 15 volunteers with over 100 hours of service. Mahalo to ALL our volunteers for putting the animals first. Your kindness and compassion for each animal at our shelter makes a huge difference in their lives. We couldn’t do it without you. VOLUNTEERS OVER 1,000 HOURS: Valerie Jo Allred Margaret McGinty Robert McGinty Celia Rahe-Allee Robert Stuart VOLUNTEERS OVER 500 HOURS: Sheila Drews Carol Everett Ellen LeClair Joyce Ogmundson Ikumi Sakamoto Sharell Sakamoto Gabriel Stopak Betty Unanian Julie Werner VOLUNTEERS OVER 100 HOURS (April 2014 to April 2015): Susan Allyn Susanne Bailey Jennifer Barretto Breanna Barretto Jessica Brown Tracy Capman Joan Contival Bailey Hanna Ally Kirk Filemon Menor Gerald Prickett Debra Signaigo Fran Smith Emily Sullivan Mary Zakula Save our Shearwaters Season From September 15 to December 15, shearwater fledglings take their first flight to the water from their nest. They use the moonlight to direct them out to sea. The Save our Shearwaters (SOS) team asks you to help by reducing light attraction. For more info, visit http://kauaihumane.org/programs-services/ save-our-shearwaters/. Here is a list of public SOS aid station locations: NORTH Kilauea Medical Group Hanalei Fire Station (near Princeville shopping center) Hanalei Liquor Store CENTRAL-EAST Lihu’e Fire Station Kapa’a Fire Station Kaiakea Fire Station Kauai Humane Society WEST Waimea Fire Station Hanapepe Fire Station Kalaheo Fire Station SOUTH Koloa Fire Station Kauai Humane Society Wish List If you shop at Amazon, you can go through Amazon Smile and choose Kauai Humane Society as the shelter of choice. Then you can do all your shopping with a good feeling knowing you are helping us out. A percentage of your purchases will go back to Kauai Humane Society through Amazon Smile! We are in need of certain supplies on an ongoing basis; please consider assisting KHS with an in-kind donation of any amount of the following items: For the Staff: • NEW WASHER AND DRYER • NEW COMPUTERS • BLEACH • LAUNDRY DETERGENT • ZIPLOC BAGS • AA BATTERIES Kaddy’s Corner Dear Kaddy, My baby brother who is a terrier mix escaped from our yard. My parents are frantic. What do we do to bring my little brother home? — Houdini’s Big Brother Dear Houdini’s Big Brother, Hopefully you both have your parent’s phone number engraved on your dog license. If you do, make sure someone is manning the phone. It’s important to get the word out right away. Social media is a great way. KQNG radio is wonderful about spreading the word on the radio and on their Facebook page. Be sure to post it on craigslist.com for your area. Go to the Kauai Humane Society to fill out a lost animal report and check to see if your baby brother is there. Use a recent color photo of your brother to put on posters to hang around your area and to show people in the your neighborhood especially the neighbor who is always working in their yard. Have small cards with the photo and your phone number that you can give to people while you search. Talk to people as you search. Don’t be afraid to knock on doors. While roaming your area, bring a sound that your brother likes. Either a squeaky toy or favorite treat bag. When calling him, don’t sound mad. Even though you are scared, use your playful voice when calling him. Check back frequently at the Humane Society. Don’t give up! Because of microchipping, many dogs and cats are returned home. — Kaddy • COPY PAPER (PLAIN AND COLORED) • PENS Mobile Spay and Neuter Kick Off • POSTAGE STAMPS • STANDING FANS • PRINTER • HAND CARTS • HEAVY DUTY SHELVING (STORAGE ROOM) For the Animals: • DRY CAT FOOD (3 POUNDS TO 25 POUNDS) • DRY DOG FOOD (3 POUNDS TO 25 POUNDS) • CAT TREES • SCRATCHING POSTS • KURANDA BEDS • AIRLINE APPROVED ANIMAL CRATES (ALL SIZES) • CATNIP Kauai Humane Society (KHS) is excited to announce the Mobile Spay and Neuter Unit went out to St. Catherine’s Church on July 15th. KHS has hired a part time vet, Dr. Sharon Gottfried so that the mobile unit and the shelter clinic can be operating simultaneously. The Mobile Spay/Neuter Unit will go out twice a month starting at St. Catherine’s Church which is located on the east side of the island and St. William’s Church, which is located on the North Shore. KHS’ goal is to provide weekly clinics at various locations. KHS mobile unit is targeting those who have a difficult time getting their pets to the shelter for surgery and vaccines. • SHOE BOXES • MARTINGALE COLLARS • TOYS AND TREATS • LEASHES • TOWELS • BLANKETS • NEW OR USED HORSE TRAILER • INDUSTRIAL SIZED FANS • CARDBOARD CAT CARRIERS We aren’t needing newspapers. We now use towels to line our cat cages. We appreciate all those that have donated in the past. Kauai Humane Society P.O. Box 3330 Lihu‘e, HI 96766 ph: (808) 632-0610 [email protected] Upcoming Date Information We are closed on Labor Day, September 7, 2015 Vaccine Clinic first and third Saturday of each month from 8:00 am to 11:00 am Critter Camp 9:00 am to 3:00 pm daily, October 5th to 9th Volunteer Orientation is held every second Saturday of the month. 10 am to 12:30 pm Santa is coming to town. Carol Ann Davis will be taking family photos on November 7th and 8th Connect with us! Become a friend and enjoy our tweets and posts. 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