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winter 2009
In This Issue:
No Rainbow
Without The Rain
Also Inside:
• Vaccine for Valley Fever?
• Living with pet allergies
• HSSA’s ‘Hidden Gems’
• Looking back on 2008
• Community updates
• News & events
No Rainbow Without The Rain
The Humane Society of Southern
Arizona (HSSA) experienced a banner
year in 2008. The organization received
unprecedented national and international
media coverage and recognition. From
across the United States to Germany,
Australia, England and others, the HSSA
was heralded as a leader in animal
welfare, a tireless advocate for the
protection of animals, and an innovative
force for stopping cruelty and neglect. It
was a landmark year that was unlike any
other in our 64 year history.
We received honors from the Arizona
Attorney General and two prestigious
awards for the care we provided to the
rescued animals of the pit
bull fighting investigation
and the Chihuahua
investigation from the
Humane Society of the
United States and the Pima
County Sheriff ’s department.
The HSSA’s daily routine
is not unlike an emergency
room. Each day, the torrents
of homeless animals arrive,
with unknown history and
unanticipated injuries or
illnesses. Staff is well-adept
at assessing and medically
triaging our four-legged clients.
Human-caused abuse and neglect victims
arrive one after another.
The events we were involved in were
of such magnitude, CNN and other
national and international news agencies
deemed the tragedies newsworthy. Sadly,
newsworthy in these particular cases
meant that they were horrendous by
nature.
To trudge through the disaster
trenches successfully requires training,
teamwork and placing your emotions to
the side until the crisis is over. It requires
managing crises with professionalism,
compassion, meticulousness and
efficiency. Our staff is expertly trained
in disaster relief and intervention. The
HSSA is a component of the state and
local disaster response strategic plan that
was developed following the terrorist
attacks of September 11, 2001. The HSSA
has been involved in assisting with relief
efforts across the nation and in our own
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back yard, including Hurricane Katrina’s
displaced families and the RodeoChedeski fire.
To fully recognize the components that
earned the respect from the nation, we
would need to disseminate honors to the
following:
Pima County Sheriff ’s Department: The
PCSD is one of the most progressive law
enforcement agencies in the nation. We
thank them for their diligence in actively
pursuing those suspected of animal
cruelty. A special thanks to Detective
Therese Deschenes and Detective Scott
Anders of PCSD for their leadership in
the many cruelty
investigations,
including those
mentioned above.
HSSA Volunteers:
Our Board of
Directors dropped
their day-today duties,
donned
their
jeans, and
scrubbed
kennels, brought
pizza, pastries, water and Gatorade to
sweat-soaked, sleep-deprived staff and
other volunteers. The Board is a crosssection of community leaders, attorneys,
veterinarians, and other professional and
committed people with a passion for the
plight of homeless animals. Our cadre of
volunteers is approximately 500 – and
we would not have survived these events
without their able assistance. From direct
animal care to crowd control to doing
laundry, no chore was too big or small for
our selfless volunteers. A special thanks
to Tucson’s veterinary community – an
estimated 30 veterinarians and veterinary
technicians volunteered their time and
Humanely Speaking • Winter 2009
• by Amy B. Eades, President/CEO
services to assist in collecting forensic
evidence necessary for the Pima County
Sheriff ’s Department in their prosecution.
HSSA staff: I am fortunate to work
alongside the most dedicated, selfless
individuals that I have ever met in my
20 year work history. My colleagues
made the HSSA their home for more
than three weeks tending to the care of
all animals involved – waiving their days
off because of their relentless desire to
see a successful end to this crisis. With
more than 800 animals to be triaged,
evaluated and re-homed, the hours were
long and the pace was grueling. They had
witnessed firsthand a historic and tragic
event. Through their drooping, bloodshot
eyes was the determination to persevere
and succeed. To us, success meant
working until each victim found their new
forever home where they would be loved
and spoiled for their remaining days. The
hidden cost behind a positive outcome
is that our staff members were
required to witness first-hand
and emotionally process a brutal
travesty. I thank my colleagues for
their daily compassion and courage
to drive through these storms on
behalf of the animals.
Community Support: Without the
community’s support financially the
HSSA would not exist. Our doors
would close forever. The outpouring
of support through the crises we
faced this past year was nothing
short of phenomenal. The community
is our life-blood. Period. End of story.
As a local non-profit that does not receive
funding from any national organization or
the government, your generosity is our
only lifeline. On bended knee, we thank
you.
Through a united front, we weathered
the rain and the storm and created
a beautiful rainbow of hope for our
homeless animal population and victims
of abuse.
The ultimate measure of a man is not where
he stands in moments of comfort and
convenience, but where he stands at times of
challenge and controversy.
– Martin Luther King, Jr.
Table of
Contents
No Rainbow Without The Rain.... 2
New Year’s Resolutions................ 3
Letters..................................... 4, 5
Shelter Statistics.......................... 5
Department Extensions............... 6
News Briefs.................................. 6
Making A Difference.................... 7
Purrs & Wags............................... 7
Out and About with Media.......... 8
New HSSA Website...................... 8
Wish List...................................... 9
Offsite Adoptions........................ 9
Dear Diamond............................. 9
Vaccine For Valley Fever?........... 10
Will Power................................. 11
Living With Pet Allergies............ 12
Hidden Gems............................. 13
Shelter Makeover Contest......... 13
Looking Back on 2008............... 14
Memorials............................ 16, 17
Upcoming Events....................... 18
Puttin’ on the Dog..................... 19
New Year’s resolutions
to help animals in 2009:
• Lend a hand to HSSA! Volunteering is a
great way to give back to the community
and help us save homeless animals. There
are many ways you can get involved, with
everything adding up to more lives saved.
• Spay or Neuter your pet. If you haven’t
already done so, please sterilize your pet
— it not only prevents unwanted litters,
it also helps to improve your pet’s health
and behavior. If your own pets are already
spayed and neutered and current on their
vaccinations, please suggest our lifesaving
services to your friends and neighbors.
Low-cost services are available by calling
our Spay/Neuter clinic at 881-0321.
• Train your pet. Have you been putting
off training Fido? This year is the year to
do it. HSSA’s Companions for Life Center
offers low cost dog training classes —
from beginning to advanced, as well as
agility.
Front Cover Photo by:
Emery Way
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Publisher:
Amy B. Eades
Editor:
Claudia Folch
Assistant Editor:
Mike De Leon
Production:
Jewel Waldrip
Published Quarterly By:
The Humane Society of
Southern Arizona, Inc.
3450 N. Kelvin Boulevard
Tucson, Arizona 85716
(520) 327-6088
Tax ID# 86-0112798
www.hssaz.org
Views expressed herein by non-HSSA
contributors are not necessarily those of
the Humane Society of Southern Arizona.
HSSA does not endorse nor guarantee any
products, services, or vendors mentioned
in Humanely Speaking. HSSA reserves the
right to edit or reject, at its discretion, any
item submitted for publication.
© 2009 Humane Society of Southern
Arizona; all rights reserved.
Grant News
HSSA is pleased to announce
that it is the recipient of a $10,000
grant from the state fund generated
through donations and purchases of
the pet-friendly license plates from
the Department of Motor Vehicles.
This grant will help individuals who
cannot afford to spay or neuter their
pets.
We have also recently received
grants from PetsMart Charities for Pay
Day for Pit Bulls, Bess Spiva Timmons
Foundation, Steve Leuthold Family
Foundation for the Lifesavers Spay/
Neuter Fund, The Pedigree Adoption
Drive Foundation, the O’Reilly Family
Foundation, Walmart, and FidoFinder.
Success Story
• Give generously. Donations help keep
positive changes happening for orphaned
animals in our community. You can make
an easy donation on our website www.
hssaz.org.
• Join ZooToo.com and help us win a
million-dollar makeover! Log on to www.
zootoo.com/makeover and select the
Humane Society of Southern Arizona as
your shelter of choice. Have fun while you
help us earn points to become eligible for
$1 million dollars!
• Plan for the future by remembering
HSSA in your planned giving and in your
will.
Moritz
Arrived September 23,
Adopted December 18
Humanely Speaking • Winter 2009
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Board of Directors
Ellen Grygotis DVM, Chair
Chantal McCaman, Vice Chair
Carole Malan, Treasurer
Janine Irvin, Secretary
Bruce Skolnik, Member-at-Large
Amy B. Eades, President/CEO
Board Members
Caroline Betbeze, DVM
Kayla Boyer
Celine Castleman
Kimberly A. Clements
David Lewandowski
Sheryl A. Lewis
Susan C. Salmon
M. Jo Smith
Sheri Trinchero
Holly Tripp
Letters
Happy with your adopted pet? Pleased with the services you received at the
shelter? Let us know! Write to HSSA Letters, 3450 N. Kelvin Blvd., Tucson,
AZ 85716, or e-mail: [email protected]. Letters should be brief; all letters are
subject to editing or may be condensed for publication. Please include a phone
number where you may be reached during the day.
Remembering Daisy
We’d like to tell the story about the dog
whose picture appears on the donation
envelope of your publication. She was
featured as the “Pet of The Week” in the
Tucson Citizen in July 2003. We were in
desperate need of a new best friend.
‘Puttin’ on the Dog’
Committee
Debbie Ashton
Deby Baker
Theresa L. Baker
Marleen Barnedt
Laura Brown
Patti Brown
Loren Jensen-Carter
Jessica Chavez
Barb DeFazio
Susan Dellheim
Lisa Donau
Jennifer Duffy
Susann Duperret
Lynne Wood-Dusenberry
Kim Estes
Nancy Fossland
Maudene Fruehwirth
Keath Jenkins
Susie Jones
Barbara Lazzaretti
Margaret Maxwell
Alice Mazon
Chantal McCaman
Karen McReynolds
Gary Meyers
Jeff Miller
Betsy Morrow
Julie Mullings
Georgia Pisciotta
Jenny Rose
Rovella Ruscitti
Susan Salmon
Rick Small
Jo Smith
Anne Stratman
Bob Taylor
Holly Tripp
Kathy Tucker
Jane Turner
Norma Wall
Gloria White
Mary Jane Wieboldt
Mickey Wilder
Susan Wilson
Staff Liaisons:
Gail Brown,
Director of Development
Meredith Moore,
Special Events & Development
Coordinator
We visited with her at the shelter. She
was a very scared and frightened dog. We
brought her home, named her Daisy, and
gave her lots of love and patience. It took
months, but she became a happy girl. She
loved to go to the dog park and swimming
in the pool. Chasing rabbits and lizards
were a favorite pastime. Camping and boating were a special treat for her. She
also enjoyed playing with her sister, Angel (another HSSA adoptee).
Daisy valiantly fought a strong dose of valley fever but she ultimately
succumbed to kidney failure. We put her to sleep on October 6, 2008. She
was only 5 years old. We miss her greatly and she will be in our hearts forever.
Thank you for letting her live on through her picture on your envelope, and
thank you for all the great things you do for the animals.
John and Lori Haygood
A New Home For Reyna
Hi, I got a new dog on November 3rd from
the Humane Society. My friend Rayna called
and told me about her and when I saw her
I was hooked. Her name is Reyna Michelle
and I have attached a picture of her. She’s
been suffering from kennel cough but seems
to be doing better with meds. She is a 5
month old black lab mix (part devil child,
part angel).
David
SHELTER STATISTICS
September 2008 – November 2008
Animals Abandoned
at the Humane Society
Sleepy Paris
This is Paris, relaxing in the spot she has
claimed on the back of our couch. After
sleeping in a cage for over two months
while waiting for a home, the vet says
she weighs a hefty 17 pounds. She’s still
a big fan of sleep, but she’s adjusting
very well to her new life and she and
Tucson already chase each other around
the house. Hopefully she’ll be dropping
a few pounds soon!
Thanks,
Jennifer Finney
Pets Are Family
There aren’t enough words to express our
heartfelt gratitude for all of you. I got my
little girl from HSSA two years ago before
I got married and she is the joy of my life
along with my other little dog. Stoli and
Scarlett are our children until we have a
real little baby, but they will always be
our “kids.” Truly, the animals you have
become a part of your family and that’s
the way it should be!
Theresa Fanter
Cats....................................... 1094
Dogs...................................... 1285
Other......................................... 80
Total...................................... 2459
Animals Adopted
Cats......................................... 644
Dogs........................................ 868
Other......................................... 50
Total...................................... 1562
The remaining animals are in our care, still awaiting their forever home,
in foster care until they are old enough to be adopted, recovering
from injuries or illness, or were humanely euthanized due to illness,
injuries, or behavioral issues.
Sadly, some were simply not adopted because our community produces
more orphans than they provide homes for. Please, help stop the crisis
– tell your friends to sterilize their pets.
Lost & Found Reports
1904
Animals Were Reclaimed by Their Owners
113
Spay/Neuter Surgeries
Cats....................................... 1120
Dogs...................................... 1321
Other......................................... 38
Total...................................... 2479
Vaccinations
2394
Animals in Foster Care
274
Humanely Speaking • Winter 2009
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ER NEWS TICKER NEWS TICKER NEWS TICKER NEWS
•New Dog Track Bill
Creates a Stir
In November’s election, South Tucson
voters approved the Tucson Dog
Protection Initiative, a law that makes
it illegal for anyone to give anabolic
steroids to a dog in South Tucson.
Female racing greyhounds are routinely
given injections of testosterone to prevent
them from going into season, as being
in season would prevent them from
participating in races for the duration of
their twice-annual “heat.”
In a story on KVOA News 4, Tom Taylor,
Tucson Greyhound Park’s CEO, said “The
small dosage that we give them... has no
affect on them whatsoever, that when they
get off of it, they can go right back and
start breeding again.” Taylor says they
will continue to use steroids on racing
greyhounds by taking the dogs “across
the railroad tracks” so they can receive
the injections outside the City of South
Tucson.
Animal lovers who helped pass the
Tucson Dog Protection Initiative are angry
with the track’s announcement that it
intends to continue using steroids on
the dogs despite it being made illegal in
South Tucson.
Taylor insisted there is no abuse going
on at the track, and said that the dogs are
treated with “top notch care.”
When police came to his house to
take him into custody in May 2008,
another five Pit bull mixed puppies were
confiscated and sent to a local animal
rescue group for protection.
During his trial, Simmons tried to
explain why his dogs were found in such
a state of neglect when police raided his
home last summer, blaming an employee
he had hired to care for the dogs. The
court pointed out that the responsibility
fell to the rapper because he was the
owner.
DMX has featured the Pit bull dogs in
his music videos and has been accused
of glorifying dog fighting, but authorities
found no evidence of dog fighting on his
property.
The rapper will receive his final
sentencing at the end of January 2009.
•Home for the
Holidays Recap
The Home for the Holidays program
(created by the Helen Woodward Animal
Center in Rancho Santa Fe and utilized by
animal shelters nationwide) was a huge
success this year. $17,000 was raised
for the animals in the Humane Society
of Southern Arizona’s care, and 222
animals were adopted!
(520) 321-3704
Amy B. Eades
President/CEO
122
Pat Hubbard
Director of Operations
138
Karter Neal, DVM
Medical Director
176
Rich Laguna
Operations Manager
178
Gail Brown
Director of Development
117
Morgan Conger
Development Officer
116
Claudia Folch
Director of Marketing
169
Marsh Myers
Director of Community Outreach
101
•Rapper DMX Charged
with Animal Cruelty
In December 2008, rapper DMX’s long
legal battles ended as he entered into an
agreement which allowed some of the
charges against him to be dropped, one
of which included ID theft. DMX (whose
legal name is Earl Simmons) pleaded
guilty to four lesser counts of animal
cruelty, drug possession, and theft.
Simmons was arrested in August 2007
when police raided his Maricopa County
home after someone reported possible
animal abuse. The police found drugs
and weapons, the bodies of three dead
dogs buried in a shallow grave, and
another twelve malnourished Pit bull
Terriers at the house. The starving dogs
had been left in the hot desert sun without
food or water.
department
Extensions
Sheena Stewart
Community Relations Manager
177
In addition, the nation-wide program
surpassed their goal and more than
1,000,000 animals were adopted
through the program this year. The HSSA
thanks all the sponsors and adopters who
supported us in 2008, and we hope to
have your support again this year!
Dawn O’Leary, CVT
Clinic Manager
165
Lisa Gagnon
Director of Human Resources
127
Peggy Johnston
Volunteer Coordinator
126
Nancy Rodriguez
CLC Manager
146
Making A Difference
Spay & Neuter Coalition
HSSA has started a veterinary coalition
group called Southern Arizona Veterinary
Volunteer Spay/Neuter Corp. This group
of veterinarians and technicians volunteer
their time to spay and neuter the public’s
animals at our clinic. The first sponsored
day was held on Sunday, November 9th,
and over 30 animals were altered for free
through funds from the Animal Welfare
Alliance of Southern Arizona (AWASA).
Annual Oldsmobile Car Show
Classic cars, adoptable animals and fun
for all happened at the annual Oldsmobile
Car Show on October 5th at Emich
Subaru on Speedway. Over $1,100 was
raised through registration fees and a
raffle. Special thanks to Jeff Levine who
organizes the
fundraiser each
year. Jeff and
the Club are
true allies for
animals in our
community.
Purrs & Wags
GEICO & Citi Volunteers
for Days of Caring
United Way
The Long Haul
Sales associates and staff at Long Realty held
a donation drive, entitled Long Haul, from
November 3rd to December 15th, and collected items for three non-profits in Tucson,
including the Humane Society of Southern
Arizona. Long Haul donation drive helped
hundreds of homeless animals stay warm
and well fed this holiday season by collecting
blankets, food, litter, and even medical supplies! Thank you to the staff of Long Realty
for remembering the homeless animals in
southern Arizona this holiday season.
Pastiche Modern Eatery –
Philanthropy with Phlavor Month
Oldsmobile Car Club
Emich Subaru
Tucson Airport Authority
U of A Cares Fair
Bob Taylor & Blessing of the Animals
First United Methodist Church of
Tucson
Golden Eagle Distributors
Hops on the Hill Event
Sun Tran Fair
Chow Down for Hounds
Seven of the Tucson Originals participated
in a fundraising night for HSSA on
September 24th! Over $1,000 was
raised to help homeless animals in our
community. Thank you to Barrio, Dakota
Café, Frankies, Jonathan’s Cork, Lodge on
the Desert, Roma Caffe, and Vila Thai.
Long Realty Holiday Drive
Junior League
TGI Fridays
Trader Joe’s
Tucson Botanical Gardens
Darcie Litwicki
Animal Health Hospital
Save the Date!
Join us on March 7 at Casas Adobes Plaza
on Ina & Oracle for “Paws in the Plaza,”
featuring adoptable animals, pet-related
vendors, store specials and raffles, and
a plaza-wide raffle for a $1000 shopping
spree! Participating stores will donate
a portion of their proceeds from the
day to HSSA. We’ll also have a trunk
sale featuring apparel from well-known
designers such as Dianne von Furstenberg.
Last year, this event raised over $5000,
and five dogs found forever homes – we
hope to raise twice that amount, and find
homes for at least 10 animals this year!
If you can’t attend but want to purchase
raffle tickets for a chance to win the $1000
shopping spree, please call Meredith at
321-3704, ext. 188.
Sunrise Pet Clinic
Bays Bath
Salon de Nouveau
Chow Down for Hounds
Participants
Pam Whitaker
Emery Way Photography
Many thanks to our wonderful volunteers,
who make a difference in the lives of our
shelter animals by spending time fostering,
socializing, exercising and training them,
as well as transporting them to our media
venues. You guys are amazing!
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Out & About
with Media
Special Thanks to
the following media for
providing repeat exposure
to our adoptable animals!
Tucson Citizen
“Pet of the Week”
Every other week in
“Weekend Plus” section
Desert Dog News
Bimonthly Adoptable Pet Section
Marana Weekly News
Adopt-A-Pet Section
KVOA-TV 4
Friday Noon News “Tail Wagger,”
every other Monday Noon News,
“Kitty Korner”
KGUN 9 News
Monday, 11:00 a.m. News
Tuesday, 6:00 a.m. News
KOLD-TV 13
Thursdays, 6:00 a.m. News
City Channel 12
“Pet Connection” with Jenny Rose
Thursdays and Saturdays, 7:30 p.m.
KUAT-TV — Arizona Illustrated
Cool 1450 AM
“Wagger of the Week” with
Alan Michaels
Wednesdays, 7:40 a.m.
KUAZ FM University of Arizona
92.9 FM The Mountain
“Pet of the Week” with
Jennie & Blake
Thursdays, 9:00 a.m.
KHIT 107.5
Fridays, 9:30 a.m.
Internet
See our adoptable animals on the
following websites:
www.hssaz.org
www.petfinder.org
www.cool1450.com
www.knst.com/pages/
adoptadogblog.html
www.kvoa.com – KVOA TV4
www.kold.com – KOLD TV13
www.929themountain.com
Jennie and Blake in the Morning
Tucson Citizen Online
Visit www.hssaz.org and click on
“Tucson Citizen.”
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Humanely Speaking • Winter 2009
HSSA Website Gets A Facelift
Shortly before Thanksgiving of 2008, the HSSA went live with its new and improved website. The new website now has a wealth of potential for connecting with
supporters of our homeless animals.
For questions on any of the items below, please contact us at 327-6088, ext.
164, 116, or 169.
v New Features:
New Animal Showcases: We’ve added two new areas to showcase select homeless
pets that are available for adoption at the HSSA shelter. Employee Picks highlights
stand-out animals chosen by our staff, and Hidden Gems promotes wonderful animals that are being fostered offsite or in our offices and might otherwise be missed
by visiting adopters.
Secure Online Donation Processing: Animal lovers can now use major credit cards
(Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover) to make fast, safe, and secure
donations on the HSSA website. All transactions are protected by Verisign, a proven
deterrent for internet thieves and fraud.
Memorial / In Honor Donations: Memorial or honor donors now have the option of
sending automated online e-cards to chosen recipients, which immediately notifies
the recipient of the gift and reduces printing and postage costs. Memorial donations over $35 are still included in Humanely Speaking.
Faithful Friends: Supporters can now set up their own automatic credit card donations with the Faithful Friends program. Monthly or annual donation plans can be
created for predetermined time periods or until cancelled.
E-Commerce: Our new e-commerce store is small, but powerful! HSSA staple products such as the Hot Dogs of Tucson calendar, and Rosco Cookbook are now available
for purchase in a secure and easy-to-use online format.
New E-Newsletter: All members of hssaz.org now receive e-Wags, our free monthly
e-newsletter which ties-in to events, stories of interest, and adoptable animals on
the website itself. E-Wags is free to subscribe to, and is easy to pass on to animalloving friends.
Customized Experience: After signing up on the site, members can edit their
profiles to sign up for interest categories such as Dog Training, Events, News, etc.
Members in these interest categories will be eligible to receive special email bulletins or announcements about the chosen subject.
v Coming Soon:
Tribute Campaigns: When our Tribute section goes live, HSSA members will be
able to set up tribute pages to beloved pets or people. These pages will put the
power of fundraising for the HSSA’s homeless animals in the hands of the supporter.
Event Registration: Signing up for HSSA events will be easier than ever with our
online ticketing system. Purchasing tickets for children’s events, and general events
such as our annual fashion show, Puttin’ on the Dog, will be available on the website.
Wish List
Revolution, Frontline or Advantix Flea &
Tick Products: to help keep our shelter
animals parasite-free and in good health
Quality Dog Biscuits and Treats: to
treat our shelter dogs (no colored dyes,
please)
Fluffy Toilet Seat Lid Covers and Warm
Blankets: cozy bedding is always needed
for our shelter cats and dogs
Quality Puppy and Kitten Canned Food:
to nourish our foster litters (Science Diet,
Nutro, etc.)
Good Quality Sky Kennels and other Sturdy
Dog Crates for use at the Companions for
Life Center, foster care and training
² We Need Office Supplies ²
If you can help out with a donation
or an Office Max Gift Card so we
can purchase necessary supplies,
please give us a call for specifics.
For more on Wish List donations,
please call Brooke at 321-3704,
ext. 120 or Nikki at ext. 174.
Got Pet Care Questions?
Ask A Vet!
Have you always wondered...
• Why does my dog eat grass?
• Will declawing my cat change
its personality?
• Why does my dog’s breath smell so bad?
• What can I tell from my bird’s leg band?
• Why does my fish tank smell?
• Do pets really need dental care?
Our goal is to help you improve your knowledge of your pet’s everyday needs
and health care through a variety of veterinary resources. Please e-mail your
pet care questions to “Ask A Vet” in care of [email protected], or by mail
to Claudia Folch, c/o HSSA, 3450 N. Kelvin Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85716. We’ll
answer as many questions as we can in future issues of Humanely Speaking.
* PLEASE NOTE: If your pet is seriously ill or needs immediate care, seek treatment from
your local veterinarian IMMEDIATELY. This service is only for non-emergency pet health
questions or issues.
Offsite
Adoptions
PetsMart Broadway
(Broadway / Pantano)
11:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Daily
PetsMart Costco
(Costco Drive)
11:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Daily
PetsMart Oracle
(near Tucson Mall)
11:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Daily
PetsMart Oro Valley
(Oracle / First)
Friday, Saturday, Sunday
11:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
For Offsite Adoption Information,
please call 321-3704, ext. 106
Humanely Speaking • Winter 2009
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Is A Vaccine for Valley Fever
on the Way? • by Lisa F. Shubitz, DVM, Guest Contributor
Lisa F. Shubitz, DVM is with the Valley Fever Center for Excellence, Department
of Veterinary Science and Microbiology, University of Arizona.
Valley Fever is a fungal infection
occurring in the southwestern
United States and Mexico, but the
greatest number of cases in people
and animals, mainly dogs, occur in
southern Arizona, encompassing
primarily Pima, Pinal, and Maricopa
counties. While many dogs and
humans become infected with the
valley fever fungus without ever
knowing it (asymptomatic infection)
about one-third of them will develop
illness that ranges from mild to
extreme, and some will die in spite of
treatment.
Diagnosis and treatment of people
and animals falls short of ideal, with
diagnosis averaging more than two
months in people, and treatment in
animals lasting months to years.
The estimated cost of treating
people in Arizona for valley fever in
2007 was $86 million; the estimated
annual cost of treating dogs in
Arizona in 2003 (last time data was
gathered) was about $6 million.
Research for a vaccine is ongoing
at the University of Arizona. Many
creative approaches are being
taken to develop a vaccine,
including:
• cloning fungal proteins
• working to understand
the interactions between
the valley fever fungus and
host’s immune system, and
• removing “virulence”
genes from the fungus to
make it recognizable to
the host’s immune system
but unable to make the host sick
(resulting in immunity to natural
challenges we face by breathing
every day.)
Funding becomes one of the
biggest hurdles facing the Valley Fever
Vaccine Project. It is challenging to
obtain enough financial support to
develop a vaccine for a disease that
affects about 100,000 people, and
perhaps another 100,000 animals,
a year. By comparison, several
million people die each year from
tuberculosis and malaria. Our first
financial problem is identifying future
resources to keep the research to
Saturday, March 7, 2009
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Casas Adobes Shopping Plaza
(Southwest Corner of Ina and Oracle)
Join the Humane Society of Southern Arizona
for a day of fun and shopping! Meet adoptable
animals & shop at pet related vendors!
Purchases at participating shops will
benefit our homeless animals!
Register to win a
$1,000 shopping spree at
Casas Adobes Plaza!
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identify a vaccine going; it is currently
slowed to a crawl from lack of funds.
The second problem is then finding
a company – two companies, one for
animal biologics and one for human
biologics – to carry the vaccine
forward and to market it.
One piece of good news is that
within the next several years, a new
drug may become available that could
improve and even shorten treatment
for people and animals. The drug
Nikkomycin Z, which was shown to
cure mice infected with valley fever
in the lab, has moved into a Phase
I clinical trial at the University of
Arizona. Researchers at the U of A
are also developing a new process to
produce the drug more efficiently.
With the old methods, approximately
90% of the drug was lost during
purification. A new method could
yield a much greater recovery, cutting
the cost of making it. This will be
especially important to being able to
afford the medication to treat dogs.
The drug is likely to be licensed for
people first and dogs second, but it
will become available for treating
dogs once it hits the market for
people. Currently, Nikkomycin Z is not
available to treat dogs as the supply is
being depleted in the human trial.
The HSSA thanks Dr. Shubitz for her
outstanding contribution to animals.
Be Your Pet’s guardian angel
Your Pets Can Live A Happy Life
Through Your Will Power
A young woman died in a tragic hiking accident. She left behind
“Boris,” her beautiful 9-year-old longhaired silver tabby cat.
Family and friends discussed what to do with the cat. Nobody
wanted him, and his owner had left no written instructions, so
Boris was dropped off at our shelter. His owner never would have
wished this… she simply did not expect
that he would outlive her.
Top Five
Donation Banks
This Quarter
Whole Foods
C Stone Industries
Catalina ACE Hardware
New Life Health Center
on Oracle
ACE Hardware
on 1st Ave (Oro Valley)
S
o often we receive older pets that are surrendered
by the relative of a deceased person. Although
we try everything in our power and experience to
place all of the animals we receive, the reality is that
Tucson cannot find enough new homes for all of
them.
Your Pet Receives:
• Loving Care
• Healthcare
• Permanent Home
You and Your Pet Receive:
• Security
• Stability
• Peace of Mind
That is why we have established the Guardian
Angel Pet Protection Program: to ensure
that the pets of owners who provide for
them in their estate planning, will find a
loving, warm, and safe home. We select
new homes, through your criteria,
and monitor your pet(s) throughout
their entire lifetime.
HSSA Tax ID# 86-0112798
Thank You
to Our
“Forever Home”
Sponsors:
Michael Smith
The Cruz Family
Members of
St. Augustine’s Cathedral
Yes, I want to provide protection for my pet!
Please send me more information:
o Guardian Angel Program
o Will Power (bequests and other options)
o Other Planned Giving Opportunities
Name______________________________________________________________
Address____________________________________________________________
City_____________________________State__________ Zip_________________
Phone Number_ _____________________________________________________
e-mail address_______________________________________________________
Send to HSSA at 3450 N. Kelvin Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85716, call
321-3704, ext. 174 or ext. 116, or e-mail: [email protected]
“Crescent Electric Supply was
honored to be a part of the miracle
that your organization provides every
day. Keep up all of the wonderful
work that you do – you guys are
phenomenal!!!”
Humanely Speaking • Winter 2009
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Living With Pet Allergies... and Pets!
The announcement that President-elect Obama’s daughters were looking
forward to getting a dog soon after the November election was met with both
joy and worry by the public, as well as many humane groups. While much of the
public were simply delighted to know his daughters would finally get their dream
pooch, many people debated over where the Obama family should obtain their
new friend, especially considering Malia’s allergies. We certainly hope the Obamas
are able to adopt a shelter dog, and want to offer some practical solutions to living with both a pet and allergies.
Allergies can develop at any age. Allergens are very small, sticky, and lightweight proteins contained in dead skin cells (also called dander) and saliva. These
allergens attach to carpets, upholstered furniture, mattresses and clothes from
direct contact with the animal. If these allergens are allowed to dry they will
become airborne, making them more of a problem, as they will be able to drift
about your home, contacting everything.
The following tips should help to reduce the amount of allergens built up in
your home, thereby reducing your allergic reactions and allowing you to live in
harmony with your dog or cat.
1. Regularly vacuum your floors; every
day is best, but at least every few days.
Wipe solid floors down with a damp
sponge or cloth after vacuuming. Be
careful which detergent you
use, as some cleaning products can burn your pet’s feet.
Carpets are not a good idea
in the allergic home as they
will hold hair and dander even
after vacuuming. Sealed wood
or tile floors, kept scrupulously clean, are best.
tants from entering your sleeping area.
Never allow your pet into bedrooms,
even if it’s thought to be “hypoallergenic.” Close your bedroom door at night,
2. Keep blankets, pillows, and
towels to a bare minimum, as
they will hold dander. Wash
them every few days.
3. Around a third of our life is
spent in the bedroom, so it is
even more important that this is kept
a dander-free zone. Experts say that
if you can breathe “pure” air for 8 to
10 hours each night, you can probably
tolerate more exposure to allergenic
substances during the day. Keep your
bedroom as free of allergen catchers
as possible: the furniture clean and
simple; pictures or hanging decorations
at a bare minimum; no magazines or
newspapers. Nothing under the bed,
no clutter, no bulky drapes. No carpeting, especially deep pile or loop. The
more washable surfaces in your home,
the better. Since dead skin cells stick to
clothes, you should undress outside the
bedroom. Taking a shower and either
washing or brushing your hair well before going to bed also helps keep irri12
but if you don’t have the heart for that,
try using a baby gate or installing a
screen door so they can see you – just
don’t let the pet into the room.
4. Bathe your dog at least once a week
with a dog shampoo designed to help
control allergies. (Better yet, have
someone who doesn’t have allergies do
it for you!) Use a corresponding conditioner to help keep dander down and
avoid drying your dog’s coat and skin.
5. Teach your pet to stay off the furniture
from an early age. It may sound cruel,
but he won’t miss what he never gets
to experience. Giving him his own cozy
bed can make him just as happy, and
you’ll have less problem with your allergies.
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6. Be sure to launder your pet’s bedding
at least once a week, more often if
possible.
7. Keep rooms as well ventilated as possible. Try using high-quality air filters
in the rooms you spend the most time
in, as they can help remove the smallest airborne particles including pollen,
dust, animal hairs, mites, smoke and
odors. The HEPA filter, originally developed for use in clinical applications,
can work particularly well for allergy
sufferers.
8. You can take antihistamines or prescribed medication from your doctor
to reduce your allergies, although they
may not always work.
9. Do not allow your pet to lick you – the
saliva could cause a reaction. Wash
your hands after petting or handling
the animal. Dried saliva can become airborne and cause problems, so be sure
to wash pet toys frequently.
“Hypoallergenic” breeds may
have a significantly reduced allergy
reaction for some people. On dog
breeds with longer coat, such as
Poodles and Bichons, the dander
stays with the dog rather than being released into the environment.
Hairless pets are obviously more
easily kept clean and free of dander.
Just be aware that even though
a particular breed (or mixed breed)
is thought of as “hypoallergenic”
doesn’t mean that an allergic reaction will never occur with exposure
to that particular animal. You may
have some kind of reaction at some point,
so please be aware of that possibility.
If you choose to share your life with
an animal companion, please keep in mind
that it may become a balancing act of your
own health against your desire to live with
a pet. If you aren’t able to commit to the
possibility of extra work and expense, or
of changing your own daily routine, you
may want to rethink the whole idea of living with an animal that could cause allergy
problems.
Before taking the plunge and bringing
a pet home, be sure you take the time to
consult with an experienced allergist who
is sympathetic to your wish to live with
a pet, just to see how risky it may be for
your own individual situation.
HSSA’s “Hidden Gems”
Find Homes!
Leia, a one and a half
year old Labrador Retriever/
Pit Bull mix, came to us a
stray. We soon found out
that she was incredibly
sweet, and she grew to
become an employee
favorite. Since she had been overlooked since May, we were determined to
help Leia find a home.
Leia was our first participant in the ‘Hidden
Gems’ program. Instead of sleeping in her kennel all day, Leia lived in a homelike environment in employees’ offices, and met new dog friends in training
classes. Through this program, she became a more well-rounded dog who received more media attention on local TV. Our first successful adoption through
the ‘Hidden Gems’ program, Leia’s adopters saw her profile highlighted on the
HSSA website and knew she was the one for them. We wish Leia and her new
family a long and happy life together!
Hi my name is June. I had been at
HSSA ever since September, and I found my
new loving home (or rather, they found me!)
on December 23rd.
Because I was at the shelter so long,
I was made part of the “Hidden Gem”
program which gave me extra time out
of the kennel in a place where I got lots of
individual attention and love.
When my new parents heard about
me, they just had to meet me. It was love at
first sight! Patience really is a virtue, since I
waited so patiently for so long, never losing
hope that one day I would find that special
home. I’m so thankful I found a home for
the holidays!
Thanks to everyone who helped me
find my happy ending!
Love,
June
Help HSSA Win A Shelter Makeover
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Please help The Humane Society of Southern Arizona spread the
word about our shelter, and help us win a make-over or one of the
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Become a member of the first opinion-sharing website dedicated
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watch your points add up for your account, and for HSSA!
Here’s how you can help:
1. Log onto zootoo.com/makeover and pick the Humane Society of
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2. Join the Zootoo community! Rate and review pet products and services. Keep coming back – there is lots to do to help us win!
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our chance of winning!
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Questions? Call Claudia at 321-3704, ext. 169
*Actual makeover value depends on the condition
of the shelter and judgment of Zootoo House Inc.
Humanely Speaking • Winter 2009
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Looking Back
on 2008...
A new year is a time of celebration!
As we look forward to 2009 we
would like to celebrate all the HSSA
has accomplished in 2008.
Although we have faced many
hardships, we have continued to
help thousands of animals and make
positive changes for our organization,
as well as to receive some very
exclusive awards for our hard work
and dedication.
HSSA’s 2008 Journey:
• Amy Eades was named new
President and CEO of the Humane
Society of Southern Arizona. HSSA’s
Board of Directors selected Eades to
fill the position after Susan Wilson
retired.
• A Plethora of Pit Bulls: In February
of 2008, HSSA helped the Sheriff ’s
Department seize 148 Pit Bulls.
This overwhelming scene did not
stop HSSA from helping coordinate
resources from across the state to
ensure these dogs were properly
handled. HSSA volunteered their
assistance in evaluating the animals
by providing an on-site veterinarian to
assess the animals’ conditions, as well
as providing
housing, and,
ultimately,
adoptions
for some the
victimized Pit
Bulls.
• Mucho
Chihuahuas:
In March of
2008, HSSA volunteered to assist the
Pima County Sheriff ’s Department in
the seizure of 851 small Chihuahuas
and mixed breed dogs held in a triple
wide trailer. Due to the filthy, cramped
living conditions, all the dogs were in
need of immediate medical treatment.
HSSA not only arranged housing and
medical care for all the animals, we
also orchestrated the adoption and
long-term fostering for a number
of the small dogs. Employees and
volunteers worked around the clock
and with the outpouring of support
from the community HSSA was able to
immediately adopt all of the healthy
animals.
• Puttin’ on the Dog: Our P.O.D event
was a huge success yet again in 2008,
Benefiting:
Saturday, February 7, 2009
9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
at the Brandi Fenton Memorial Park
Your dog could be featured on the cover of Tucson Lifestyle
Magazine’s April Issue! Pet-related vendors, raffle, and
more...Visit www.hssaz.org or call 321.3704 ext. 188 for
more info.
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raising much-needed funds for our
shelter ($270,000) as well as placing
itself as Tucson Weekly’s ‘Best Charity
Event’ in town. (Join us again in 2009
on May 1!)
• Be Someone’s Champion’ Telethon: In
August 2008, we joined Heather Rowe
and KOLD to help raise over $80,000
in a two hour show.
• Bobcat is Rescued: We all remember
Bobcat, the poor dog who was found
in a local construction site. He had
apparently been tied out in the
scorching summer sun, which caused
severe sunburns and blisters to his
skin. Bobcat served as an example of
why tie outs are illegal in Pima County.
He is now thriving in his new loving
home.
• A great, new website is born!
In November 2008, our hardworking web wizards launched
a new website at hssaz.org,
allowing easier navigation, a new
design, and faster and easier
online purchases and donations.
• Our ‘Hidden Gems’ are Being
Discovered: Some very special
pets are often overlooked at our
shelter because they aren’t as
pushy or flashy-looking as others.
Our new ‘Hidden Gem’ program
helps shed some light on these
very special companions, giving
them more media attention,
their own page on our website,
and the socialization of living in
an employee’s office, as well as
going to training classes. We’re
pleased to report this program is
already showing success, and we hope
to expand it to enable more special
animals to be noticed.
• Dr. Karter Neal, HSSA Medical
Director, joined the board of directors
of the Arizona Veterinary Medical
Association, an organization which
promotes excellence in veterinary
medicine and provides many resources
for its members to assist them with
their professional development.
• The Humane Society of Southern
Arizona has also been recognized for
its hard work and dedication.
In Dec 2008, HSSA received an award
from the Pima County Sheriff ’s
Department in recognition of
“...outstanding support to the
Sheriff ’s Department and commitment
to public safety in Pima County.”
“It’s historic,” Amy Eades, president
and CEO said, “it’s the first time in
our 64 years we received an award of
such magnitude. It was the first time
the Pima County Sheriff ’s Department
has ever recognized an animal-related
non-profit organization with this kind
of award.”
HSSA representatives, from left to right: Claudia Folch (Director of
Marketing), Pat Hubbard (Director of Operations), Marsh Myers
(Director of Community Outreach), and Amy Eades (President/CEO)
accept the Pima County Sheriff ’s Department recognition award.
• HSSA also received the “Humane
Law Enforcement Award” from the
Humane Society of the United States
and National District Attorney’s
Association in honor of Amy Eades for
her leadership in combating illegal
animal abuse.
• HSSA has been blessed with
amazing staff members. Amy
Eades and Dr. Karter Neal were
also nominated for the “Dynamic
Duo” award honoring “two people,
working together...who have made an
outstanding contribution to their...
organization.”
All in all, this has been an
outstanding year that has enabled the
Humane Society of Southern Arizona
to continue to grow its efforts to save
animals in southern Arizona.
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In Loving Memory
y Our Friends and Family
Robert Morrison
Lucille Gurley
Walter & Lillian Armer, Jr.
Julie Prado
J. Gordon Lent
James Harris
Michael & Kim Maceyko
Marion & Peggy Brady
George & Marilyn Pottinger
Diane Hesek
Tucson High School alumni “T” Club
Sherwood & Susan Zimmerman
Laurie Nichols
Thomas Hessick
Dottie Haines
Charles Clark
Katherine Norris
Wendy Cleveland
Steve Walden
Deborah Hendrix
Nancy Nunn
Jennifer Hoffmann
Robert Nunn
Buzz & Roberta Hoffman
Peter Offret
Pamela Humphrey
Edward & Julianne Brogna
The Darmer-Robinson families
Jack Shearman
John Jordan
Carol Peabody
Barbara Ann Klensin, Robert Flores &
Sundt Construction, Inc.
Gary Rissmiller
Barbara Somers
Sunila Katakkar
Wendy Cleveland
Brenda Koedyker
James Spangler
Ronald & Elena Lundeen
Khalil & Patricia Urfali Poa
Dr. Murray Katz
Rosemary Spaulding
Arizona Designers Craftsmen
Gwen Davis-Fielden
Gina Blackwell
Thomas Sullivan
Bart & Joanna Gilbert
The Robert Maloni family
Bonnie Kay
Darlene McGrath
Matilda Kremer
Tucson Arthritis Support League
Russell & Kay Weed
Nancy Tinker
Jane Kroehl
Marian Kozachik
Lawrence & Linda Cohen
Charles Tinker
David Kuttunen
Joseph Tufigno
Steven & Kathryn King
Ruth Tufigno
Maria Lackey
Neil Vail
Salvador Curiel
Elda Vail
Ethel Landon
Neil Wagman
D. Jean Lodeen
Robin & Tami Wiggins
Patricia LaPlant
Glenn White, Sr.
HL Swain
Charles Stup
Mary Little
Carol Willoughby
Robert & Noreen Rutledge
Wendtland & Associates PC
Sarah Louden
Devin Woner
Susann Duperret
Kathleen Boyer
Edward Marston
The Gerald & Joy Brown family
Lawrence & Donna Gray
Lisa Fogle, DDS & staff
Gail McCoy
Ronald Lake & family at Ecowater Systems
Arthur & Geraldine Dennison
Cindy Wool
Lucille Molinelli
Marianne & Eileen Starr
Freeman Hover
Evelyn Wrathall
Duke Montgomery
Rosalee Spaulding
Patricia Rauh
Marilyn Moore
Amphi Transportation Dept.
Sharon Dorman
Kimberle Hackbarth
Memorial donations made to the HSSA are acknowledged upon
Melodie Mooz
receipt with a card to the designated recipient. Because of
Charles & Susan Bush
space constraints and printing costs, only memorial donations
of $35 or more per person/pet listed will be included in the
Memorials section of Humanely Speaking. Please note that
additional sentiments may be included only as space allows. For
more information or corrections to memorial listings, please call
Brooke Myers at 321-3704, ext. 120.
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James Balsiger, Jr.
Jessica & Melissa Balsiger
Bruce & Jennifer Stewart
Carl Behrens, Jr.
Brookside Elementary School
Richard & Christine Cameron, & Valaya
Teresita Clark
Valerie Davison
Mary Grider
Joyce Kroeger & Skip Roberts
Bonnie McPherson
Osborne Reynolds, Jr.
Ann Bittner
Kevin Bittner
Earl & Dee Lubbers
Ola Bruns
Kenneth & Mildred Van Karsen
Robert Chirumblo
Sandra Chirumblo
Carol Cole
Mike & Carol Dolan
Judy Conley
Brenna Bryson
Vivian Consdorf
Margaret Carter
Ellen Consdorf
Herbert & Bettina Erickson
Shirley Sandrik
John D’Auria
Carole D’Auria
Louise Denman
U of A Campus Health Services
Patricia Denniston
William & Pamela Bridgmon
Susan North
Kay Doepker
Warren & Sharon Doman
Joyce Dunn
Karl & Violet Bancroft
Rose Marie Durkin
Fay McCormick
Patricia Genematas, May her memory be eternal.
Guy & Peggy Frazer
Barbara Harting
Richard A Kennedy, CPA PC
Kiki Kinkade
Michael & Maria Saladino
Barbara Gipe
Mary Ann Clark
Armenal Prindle Gorman-Oomens
Kenneth & Kay Wilson
Jennifer Griffin
Keith Harris & family
Tim, Stacy, Allen & Angie Northcutt
Herbert & Ursula Poel
Evan & Diane Wise
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Memorials received September 8 through December 7, 2008
y Our Beloved Companions
“Alyce” Muller
Harmony Stables
“Barney” Foray-Vollin
Terrell Truan
“Bitterman” & “Patton” Kabakoff
Karen Kabakoff
“Bo,” “Clyde,” “Jake” & “Sadie” Kittredge
Robert & Christine Kittredge
“Bo Bo” Quick
Erika Hartle-Schutte
“Bodhi” Barg
Roberta Barg
“Boots” Knochel
James & Debbie Rocha
“Buddha” Edwards
Lester, Virginia & Don Hair
“Casey” VanLeer-Loss
Guy Kokes
Ben & Julia McMorran
“Cash” Smith-Gale
David & Justine Collins
“Charlotte Anne” Megna
Lyn Tornabene
“Chester” & “Sasha” Seal
Diana Seal
“Chiquita” Taylor
Gerald & Jane King and Aussie dog “Skip”
Dean & Sandy Taylor; You have left a hole
in our hearts.
“Cricket” & “Montana”
Kathleen McNeal
“Cyril” Fisher
Patricia Finger
“Daisy” Hutchins
George & Betty Hentz
Mary Lou Hutchins
“Dusty” Wilkinson
David Newman
“Dutchess” Schwab
Joan Barrett
“Ernie” Taylor
Marjorie Schmidt
Carol Sinclair
“Gator” Casper
Ron & Ida Casper
“Jackson” Coumides
Beatrice Swygert
“Jasper” Butler
“Moe” Glaser, You were my best friend.
“Joey”
Ted & Jean Glattke
“Joxer” Fousse
Earl & Sara O’Neil
“Kali II” Bates
Robert & Deanna Bates
“Kayla” Kuelbs
George & Betty Hentz
“Kelly” Strebe
Jane Lockwood
“Kuma” Cheske
Thomas & Kikuko Cheske
“Little Bit” Fox
Joan Barrett
“Lo Hi” Brown
Donald & Gail Brown
“Lucky” Halvorson
Tom & Susan Halvorson
“Ludie” Wilson
Patricia Heffelman
“Max” Behl
Carole Behl
“Mickey”
Debra Hunt
“Mitzi” DeMers
Jacqueline Shaw-DeMers
“Montgomery Ruppert” Irvin
Mark & Janine Irvin
“Mr. Yoyo” Dalkoff
Seymour & Lila Dalkoff
“Mudge” Trimble
Randy & Kristi Trimble
Kathy Yates
“Muffin” Gale
Pantano Animal Clinic vets & staff
“Muffin” Nayak
Patricia Griffiths-Rossiter
“Nate” Horishny
Diane Hackworth
“Pookie” Wronko
Joe & Sharon Wronko
“Puddy” Dymond
Judy Dymond, I miss you very much.
“Punkin” Rubin
Terri, Preston, Rachel, Ben,
“Ashes” & “Bentley” Rubin
“Ramses” Masticks
Bertram Lee & Terry Cole
“Rascal” Ilizaliturri
Linda Ilizaliturri
“Rocky” Silverberg
Cindy Barrett
“Rudy” Patrick
Amy Patrick
“Sadie” Cowles-Camp
Pete Cowles & Laura Camp
“Sadie” Nugent
Alyce Pennington, She was the best dog!
Judy Raetzman
“Sam” Ryan
James & Debbie Rocha
“Sara” Hubbard
Amy Eades
“Shadow” Lepa
Seymour & Lila Dalkoff
“Shadow” Mitchell
Don & Corinne Mitchell
“Simone” Lent
Erika Hartle-Schutte
“Steffy” Hutchins
Duane & Deborah Hutchins
“Suzy” Skokan
Rosemarie Skokan, My angel and
companion of 16 years.
“Tasha” Cubley
Anne Nelson
“Thelma” Coleman, Mary Anne’s beloved dog
Your friends at the CLC
“Toby” Krieadler
Ted & Jean Glattke
“Tosh” Brown-Matuna
Deborah Komisarek
“Waldo” May
Karl, Susan, “Ellsie,” “Lacy” & “Nala” May
“Yoda” Sieber
Carol Sieber
“Zena” Lowry
Bev Berger
In Loving Memory
of
Sarah Loudon
A true ally for our
homeless animals
From your friends
and family at the
Humane Society
of Southern Arizona
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upcoming
events
Log on to the HSSA website at www.hssaz.org
for up-to-date information
on upcoming events.
Pet Safety & First Aid
Classes:
february is national prevent a litter month
February 7th – Tucson Lifestyle Cover Dog Contest at
Brandi Fenton Memorial Park. See ad on page 14.
February 14th – Pet Theft Awareness Day. Have your
pet microchipped at a discounted price to help curb the
pet theft problem. Call 327-6088 for more information.
February 21st – SAFE Animal Fair at Reid Park. Visit the
HSSA Information table and view our adoptable animals
from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Call 327-6088 for more
information.
February 24th – Spay Day USA. Help a friend or family
member spay or neuter their pet and you’ll be a life
saver!
February 24th – HSSA Annual Meeting. 6:15 p.m. at the
CLC, 3465 E. Kleindale. RSVP required; see our website
or call Marce at 321-3704 x 136 for details.
Wednesday, Feb. 18
6:00 to 10:00 p.m.
Saturday, March 21
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Tuesday, April 21
6:00 to 10:00 p.m.
Upcoming Classes At The
Companions For Life
Center
(520) 795-6225
march is adopt a rescued guinea pig month
PUPPY II Class..........................2/3 – 3/17............. TUES............ 6:30 PM
March 7th – Paws in the Plaza at Casas Adobes Shopping
Center. See ad on page 10 for details.
Canine Good Citizen..................2/5 – 3/12............ THURS........... 7:45 PM
april is prevention of animal cruelty month
April 5th – “Tails & Ales” at Barrio Brewery.
The Tucson Roller Derby will be at
Barrio Brewery to wash your dog for a
fundraiser benefiting both HSSA and
TRD! Barrio will be offering specials
throughout the day. Come join us
between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. for good
clean fun and great beverages!
May 1st – Annual Puttin’ on the Dog at the Tucson
Country Club, 5:30 – 9:00 p.m. See local celebrities
and their dogs strut their stuff, participate in one of the
biggest silent auctions in Tucson, and taste amazing
food from the Tucson Originals. Tickets are $100 each;
$125 at the door; all proceeds benefit HSSA. Please call
321-3704, ext. 188 to purchase advance tickets.
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The most comprehensive emergency preparedness
course for pet owners in southern Arizona! $45 per
person. For more information call
(520) 321-3704, ext. 133.
Humanely Speaking • Winter 2009
BASIC Obedience.....................2/17 – 3/31............ TUES............ 7:45 PM
Agility Foundations.....................2/25 – 4/1.............. WED............. 6:30 PM
Agility ONE.................................2/26 – 4/2............ THURS........... 6:30 PM
Agility TWO.................................2/26 – 4/2............ THURS........... 7:45 PM
BASIC Obedience......................3/4 – 4/15.............. WED............. 6:00 PM
PUPPY I Class...........................3/4 – 4/15.............. WED............. 7:30 PM
BASIC Obedience.....................3/12 – 4/23........... THURS........... 6:30 PM
Agility Foundations....................3/17 – 4/21............ TUES............ 6:30 PM
PUPPY II Class..........................3/21 – 5/2............... SAT.............11:00 AM
BASIC Obedience......................3/21 – 5/2............... SAT.............. 1:00 PM
Loose Lease & Recall................3/26 – 4/16........... THURS........... 7:45 PM
BASIC Obedience.....................3/31 – 5/12............ TUES............ 6:30 PM
BASIC Obedience......................4/4 – 5/16............... SAT.............. 2:30 PM
Focus & Confidence Bldg...........4/5 – 5/31.............. SUN............11:00 AM
See a complete listing of all our
training classes at www.hssaz.org.
Click “DOG TRAINING!”
Discover what everyone in Tucson is wagging their tails about —
Puttin’ on the Dog!
a very unique celebrity fashion show
and auction at the Tucson Country Club
Friday, May 1, 2009
5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Enjoy wine, hearty hors d’oeuvres from the Tucson Originals and other refreshments
while Tucson celebrities, accompanied by their cherished family pets, model fashions
from local shops including Franklin’s Men’s Store, Maya Palace and Pour Moi. Find
unique and pet-related items in our live and silent auctions. Tickets are $100 per
person in advance, $125 at the door. Proceeds directly support the homeless animals
of the Humane Society of Southern Arizona.
Gold Leash
Sponsor:
Holly & Sydney
Media Sponsor:
Tucson Lifestyle Magazine
Available Sponsorship Levels:
F Diamond Collar - $12,500
F Ruby Rover - $7,500
F Pearl Pup - $2,500
F Ten-Karat Kitty - $600
F Gold Leash - $10,000
F Turquoise Tail-Wagger - $5,000
F Top Cat - $1,000
F Friendly Feline - $300
Be a sponsor of this gala event and help the animals even more! Sponsors receive complimentary tickets
to the event and a wide variety of publicity. For details, contact Gail Brown at 321-3704, ext. 117.
Information and tickets are also available on the Humane Society’s website at www.hssaz.org.
I Want to Join in the Fun!
❍ Please make ________ reservations for me @ $100 each. I am enclosing ________ total.
(No tickets will be mailed. Reservation list at door.)
❍ I’d love to be there, but can’t attend. Please accept my donation of ________ to help the animals.
❍ Credit Card: VISA
MC
❍ Check Enclosed (payable to HSSA) Card No._ ____________________________________________ Exp. Date_______________________
Signature____________________________________________________________________________
Name as it appears on card_ ____________________________________________________________
Name_______________________________________________________________________________
Address_____________________________________________________________________________
City_ _____________________________ State_ _______________Zip___________________________
Phone #___________________________________ e-mail_____________________________________
Please send this form and your payment to The Humane Society of Southern Arizona,
Attn: Gail Brown, 3450 North Kelvin Boulevard, Tucson, AZ 85716
M a in Phone: (520) 327-6088
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H HSSA Shelter – 3450 North Kelvin Boulevard
HSSA Shelter
and Clinic
Open 11 - 6 PM, Monday - Saturday; 12 noon - 5 PM, Sunday.
Adoptions: Adult Cats and Dogs: $80 Kittens and Puppies: $95
Purebred Dogs and Puppies: $135 Other animal adoption fees vary.
3450 N. Kelvin Blvd.
(North off Fort Lowell
between Country
Club and Dodge)
Dog/ Cat Adoption includes spay or neuter surgery, microchip, feline
leukemia test for cats, initial vaccinations, more. Add $10.50 Pima county
license fee for dogs over three months of age.
Fort Lowell Rd.
Companions For
Life Center
3465 E. Kleindale
(North side of street)
Dodge Blvd.
Kelvin Blvd.
Country Club Rd.
Kleindale
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HSSA Community
Outreach Center
3402 E. Kleindale
Web: w w w.hssa z.org
Receiving: HSSA is an open admission shelter. We charge a fee to release
animals to our care so we may continue to provide for all.
Admission fees: $35 per individual animal, $45 per litter.
Please note that we are unable to pick up animals.
(For stray pick-up, call Pima Animal Care Center at 243-5900)
H Spay / Neuter Clinic (on Kelvin, just south of the shelter)
Open Monday through Saturday by appointment only.
Call our clinic at 881-0321 to schedule an appointment.
Spay / Neuter Fees: Cat Neuter: $35, Cat Spay: $65
Dog Spay or Neuter: $75-up (based on weight; extra charges may apply)
Vaccination Clinics (Held at the Companions for Life Center on
Kleindale, just around the corner from the shelter)
Saturday morning, 7 - 8:30 AM; Monday evening, 6 - 7 PM.
Rabies vaccination $13 each, all other vaccinations $10 each.
Microchip identification is available at all of our clinics.
n Companions for Life Center – 3465 East Kleindale Ave.
Offering a variety of training classes and activities for you and your dog.
Please stop by or check our website for a current class schedule.
HSSA Pet Supply Store & Gift Shop (located inside the CLC)
Great gifts and necessities for you and your best friend! All sales benefit
HSSA and the animals in our care. Open 11 - 6 PM, Monday - Saturday;
12 noon - 5 PM, Sunday.
Non-Profit
Organization
U.S. Postage
PAID
Tucson, AZ.
Permit No. 1361
3450 N. Kelvin Blvd.
Tucson, AZ 85716