FALL FEST FOR HOMELESS PETS ANNUAL AUCTION

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Pawprint 09/2012 FALL FEST FOR HOMELESS PETS ANNUAL AUCTION Saturday, October 13 th NEW LOCATION: KEYSTONE SCHOOL (behind

November 13, 2012. 6:00 p.m. at the Shelter BOARD OF DIRECTORS BALLOT This year, the following board members terms are expiring.

Please vote below and either bring your ballot to the meeting or mail it in the enclosed envelope.

Bid on a variety of items from area businesses and Humane Society supporters animal products gift baskets gift certificates

1 Pawprint 09/2012 FALL FEST FOR HOMELESS PETS ANNUAL AUCTION Saturday, October 13 th NEW LOCATION: KEYSTONE SCHOOL (behind Caseys in Ozawkie) 6:00 p.m. dinner and silent auction 7:30 p.m. live auction Chili Chicken & Noodles Soup (free will donation for dinner) Desserts and more 2012 ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING November 13, :00 p.m. at the Shelter BOARD OF DIRECTORS BALLOT This year, the following board members terms are expiring. They have all greed to be placed on the ballot. Please vote below and either bring your ballot to the meeting or mail it in the enclosed envelope. All board members serve for a two year term. Bid on a variety of items from area businesses and Humane Society supporters animal products gift baskets gift certificates great holiday gifts antiques lots of surprises Door prizes: Bring a wish list item and receive a chance to win door prizes paper towels bleach Dawn dish soap laundry detergent dishwasher soap cat litter (nonclumping) towels and blankets cat and dog toys Keith Haynie yes no Dolores Werder yes no Marilyn Sharkey yes no Virginia Richards yes no All proceeds benefit the animals of the Jefferson County Humane Society Donna Fannin yes no Jefferson County Humane Society. (785) jfcountypets@gmail.com

Dogs and Cats Don t Do Math But We Do! THE NUMBERS Kitten and Puppy Spring Season: April 2012 thru August 2012 Every spring brings us litters of kittens.

This year we took in the largest number of kittens in our history during this five month period. Puppies tend to come in during December and then again in the spring.

Past 12 Months: September 2011 August 2012 Intakes: 198 cats and kittens 184 dogs and puppies Total Intakes: 382 Outcomes: Cats Dogs Total Adoptions 171 157 328 Return to Owner 0 14 14 Died (illness)

Positive outcomes include Adoptions and Return to Owner We don t know what it would cost to prepare an adult human to be adopted, but here are the basic costs to make sure our dogs and cats are ready

00 if a puppy (series of 3 vaccines) Spay $35.00 Neuter $15.00 Rabies $ 8.00 Vaccines $ 8.00 Worming $ 5.00 (each time) Microchip $ 5.00 TOTAL: $41.00 to $61.

Our board members are all active in helping with morning kennel chores, taking animals to the vet, keeping our cat kennels full at Petsmart in Topeka, shopping for supplies, helping with shelter

2 Dogs and Cats Don t Do Math But We Do! THE NUMBERS Kitten and Puppy Spring Season: April 2012 thru August 2012 Every spring brings us litters of kittens. Cats often have litters in March and April and account for a large percentage of our cat population in the spring. This year we took in the largest number of kittens in our history during this five month period. Puppies tend to come in during December and then again in the spring. This year was no exception: 87 kittens arrived 70% of the total number (125) of felines during this time period 46 puppies arrived 51% of the total number (91) of canines during this time period The Past 12 Months: September 2011 August 2012 Intakes: 198 cats and kittens 184 dogs and puppies Total Intakes: 382 Outcomes: Cats Dogs Total Adoptions Return to Owner Died (illness) Euthanized (medical) Total Outcomes: % of the outcomes were positive outcomes during the past 12 months 90% of the intakes had a positive outcome during the past 12 months ** Positive outcomes include Adoptions and Return to Owner We don t know what it would cost to prepare an adult human to be adopted, but here are the basic costs to make sure our dogs and cats are ready for a new home. DOGS Spay $60.00 average Neuter $40.00 average Rabies $ 8.00 Vaccines $11.00 Heartworm Test $ 8.00 Worming $ 5.00 (each time) Microchip $ 5.00 CATS TOTAL: $77.00 to $97.00 plus $22.00 if a puppy (series of 3 vaccines) Spay $35.00 Neuter $15.00 Rabies $ 8.00 Vaccines $ 8.00 Worming $ 5.00 (each time) Microchip $ 5.00 TOTAL: $41.00 to $61.00 plus $16 if a kitten (series of 3 vaccines) We currently employ four part-time staff who do an incredible job taking care of the animals and the shelter. Our board members are all active in helping with morning kennel chores, taking animals to the vet, keeping our cat kennels full at Petsmart in Topeka, shopping for supplies, helping with shelter maintenance, taking animals to community events, and fundraising. We also have a few very dedicated volunteers who work and play with our dogs and cats, help with adoption photo books, and provide support to our staff. We are also very fortunate to have Dr. Peggy Hensleigh help with some of our spays and neuters at the shelter. Approximately 95% of our budget comes from donations and fundraising. Oskaloosa and Meriden provide some financial support in return for access to the shelter for city strays.

I just can t go to the shelter it s too sad and I want to bring all of them home. NO MORE EXCUSES.

3 I just can t go to the shelter it s too sad and I want to bring all of them home. NO MORE EXCUSES... OUR DOGS AND CATS NEED YOUR HELP We don t euthanize our animals, we find them homes We promise not to let you take all of them home We promise you will leave feeling good about helping out WHAT CAN YOU DO TO HELP? Walk and play with a dog help them learn simple commands Play with cats and help them socialize with each other Give a dog a bath (or a cat if you are brave) Help with shelter maintenance: gardening, painting, cleaning, etc Help with office work: phones, data entry, newsletters, etc. Help us during open hours showing cats and dogs to potential adopters SPECIAL EVENTS We participate in community events and hold special fundraisers all year long. We always need people to help. Our six board members are very active helping at the shelter on a daily basis and attending events and fundraisers several times a month. Volunteering once a year for an event would help us out. Fall Fest for Homeless Pets Annual golf tournament Kansas City Renaissance Festival Community events and parades Farm auction concessions throughout the year

4 Volunteer Opportunities Continued: Foster a Dog or Cat Lend A We often have animals that could benefit from being in Hand a foster home. Sometimes kittens or puppies that don t have a mother need feeding every few hours and need to be fostered (great job for you night owls). Even more often, we have dogs that need to be socialized in a home setting. We also have older dogs and cats that deserve a home setting. Fostering allows the animals to still be adopted and the costs (food, veterinary care, etc.) are paid for by the shelter. JOIN US FOR A VOLUNTEER DAY AT THE SHELTER Sunday, September 30 th 10:00 am 5:00 pm 10 am Noon Noon 1 pm 5pm Volunteer Orientation and Shelter Tour Lunch Spend time with our critters Help build fencing Painting Please RSVP at jfcountypets.com (helps with our lunch count) UPCOMING EVENTS September 8 th Perry Fall Festival Perry September 16 th Petsmart Adoptions Topeka October 8 th Renaissance Festival Kansas City October 13 th Fall Fest for Homeless Pets Ozawkie 6:00 pm November 4 th Petsmart Adoptions Topeka November 24 th Perry Holiday Bazaar Perry Please check our website at jfcountypets.com for more information OR us at jfcountypets@gmail.com OR call Kip Elliot,

Without You we are lost, we are homeless, we are forgotten With You we are rescued, we are cared

Our staff spent five hours in dust, dirt and poison ivy catching puppies that were scared and

After treating them at the shelter and lots of care and attention, the puppies are interacting

She made the ride home okay and slept through the first night without a whimper.

Although she is still timid around Dennis and me, she is inseparable from Tucker!

5 Without You we are lost, we are homeless, we are forgotten With You we are rescued, we are cared for, we find new homes Daisy and her five litter mates were discovered in a ditch unapproachable and very scared. A man called us for help after the puppies left the ditch and went under his shed. Our staff spent five hours in dust, dirt and poison ivy catching puppies that were scared and biting at everyone. All of the puppies were covered in ticks their ears were black with ticks. After treating them at the shelter and lots of care and attention, the puppies are interacting with people and finding new homes. Tucker and Daisy We wanted to update you about Daisy. She made the ride home okay and slept through the first night without a whimper. Yesterday we introduced her to her new big brother, Tucker. Although she is still timid around Dennis and me, she is inseparable from Tucker! She cries whenever he gets out of her sight. And we are so proud of Tucker when he hears her cry he quickly returns to her and brings her along. Thank you for all you do! Our prayers are that her sisters and brother will find forever homes also. Dawn and Dennis Paschke

Nella and Ellie were four week old kittens when they were found in a dumpster in Valley Falls just before it was emptied!

Many of the cats and dogs that arrive at the shelter have been found and turned in as strays.

And sometimes an animal gets lost and we are fortunate to reunite them with their owners.

6 Nella and Ellie were four week old kittens when they were found in a dumpster in Valley Falls just before it was emptied! We don t know if somebody put them in the dumpster or if their mother left them there. They were brought to the shelter. They were cleaned, given medical care and are ready for adoptions. Many of the cats and dogs that arrive at the shelter have been found and turned in as strays. Sometimes owners bring in animals because they can no longer care for them or have puppies and kittens they can t find homes for. And sometimes an animal gets lost and we are fortunate to reunite them with their owners. Whatever the reason, that animal that comes through our doors is given food, water, shelter, medical care, a soothing voice, a lap to sit in, a yard to play in, and most importantly a chance to find a home. Without the Jefferson County Humane Society, many of these animals would die or be killed by a car, another animal, or taken to an overcrowded shelter that euthanizes animals after a few days if they aren t adopted. Please help us continue saving lives! With Your Support we are making a difference in Jefferson County Please consider a donation to help us continue making a difference! Jefferson County Humane Society - Donation September 2012 Name Amount: $500 Address $250 $100 $ 50 Phone $ other I would like to make a monthly donation in the amount of $ (We will send you a monthly reminder). You can also donate through PayPal at jfcountypets.com Please contact me to volunteer at special events Please detach and return in the enclosed envelope. THANK YOU!

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Content - Bide Awhile, animal shelter About Bide Awhile Shelter Vision We are often asked at Bide Awhile what makes us different from other shelters and we believe our difference lies in our heart and