Fall 2015 One Cat Saves 31,000 Lives

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1 The S coop Fall 2015 One Cat Saves 31,000 Lives Page 8

2 Community Interest Maddie s Legacy Saves Countless Lives 2890 Mitchell Drive Walnut Creek, CA (925) 256-1ARF Adoption Hours Wed - Thu: Noon - 6 pm Fri: Noon - 7 pm Sat - Sun: Noon - 6 pm ARF Thrift Store 1950 Market Street, Suite H Concord, CA Mon - Sat: 10 am - 4 pm Board of Directors Tony La Russa, Chairman Gregory L. McCoy, Esq., President Bradley N. Blake William A. Blase, Jr. Kara Carter Glenn Colacurci Jennifer Hall Timothy Krisch Bianca LaRussa Neal Mitchell Steven C. Parrish John Schiavo Marsha Servetnick John Steiner Amy Trask ARF Executive Staff Elena Bicker, Executive Director Bobbe Bartlett, Development Director Lindsey Dohlman, Animal Programs Director Elaine Durkin, Finance Director Stephanie Erickson, Operations Director Gaye McDuff, Volunteer Services Director Sally Wortman, Clinic Director Tony La Russa s Animal Rescue Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit agency, which receives no local, state or federal funding. Life-saving services and programs are made possible through the generosity of caring people. Sara Bragg, Scoop Editor Ashley Thiry, Art and Production We love feedback on The Scoop! Contact athiry@arflife.org Visitors to ARF enter through the Maddie s Animal Care Center doors. Maddie s Fund ( org) is a family foundation endowed by the founder of Workday and People- Soft, Dave Duffield and his wife, Cheryl. Maddie s Fund is helping to achieve and sustain a no-kill nation by providing solutions to the most challenging issues facing the animal welfare community through its grant giving, hand-on animal care, research, and education. Maddie s Fund and its signature Maddie s Pet Adoption Days, America s largest no-cost pet adoption event, are both named after the family s beloved Miniature Schnauzer who passed away in Follow Maddie s Fund at Facebook. com/maddiesfund on Twitter and Instagram. Oh, the Places Our Animals Go...Home! The fiscal year was the best year ever for pet adoptions at ARF! We placed 2,601 cats and dogs in new homes all over the state of California (and even a few across the country!), a 14% increase over last year. We re excited for a new milestone and for what it means for all the lucky rescued critters who landed their forever homes. We re ready to rescue and re-home more in ! Read more on pages 8-9. On the cover: Gilligan and Skipper Rescued April Adopted May 2015 Photo credit: GNS Photography facebook.com/tlrarf twitter.com/arftweets youtube.com/tlrarf instagram.com/tlrarf Page 2 Fall 2015

3 A Message from the Executive Director PHYSICAL & MENTAL HEALTH BENEFITS OF LIVING WITH PETS Decreases blood pressure Provides companionship Increases physical activity Increases oxytocin production Reduces minor health problems Reduces stress My dog has my back... He saved our marriage... She is my lifeline... We hear this from the veterans who have adopted from ARF. We ve witnessed first-hand the powerful bond between pets and veterans progress beyond simple affection and demonstrate magical healing powers. Matching veterans with pets is a natural development in our work, and we have been able to place more than 166 pets with military families in the past two years. We have heard heart-wrenching stories from veterans of perimeter checks during the middle of the night, emotional numbness, and many who sleep with guns under their pillows and incredible stories of the positive changes brought on by adopting a pet. Recently, a young veteran arrived at ARF to adopt a dog. He nervously scanned the adoption area to ensure his personal safety, afraid someone may jump out from one of the surrounding hallways to attack him. His fears were eased when we brought out Otto. The five-year-old pit bull mix went straight to him and licked his face: love at first sight. It s no surprise that Otto s presence soothes, but Otto and his veteran other benefits were unexpected. A pet can draw out even the most isolated personality and help traumatized veterans overcome emotional numbness. Training a dog can improve a veteran s ability to communicate and bond. Some participants report they are finally able to sleep, knowing a naturally alert ally is standing watch. Our follow-up report tells us Otto s unconditional love and companionship have all but erased our veteran s night terrors. PTSD is an anxiety disorder that can develop after experiencing a traumatic event. An estimated 20% of Americans will experience PTSD at some point in their lifetimes. That s 31.3 million people who are bombarded by intrusive thoughts, avoid people, places, and things, and experience hyper awareness. They may have nightmares, find that they are no longer close to people, and constantly feel on guard. ARF is unique in our role as an organization with depth of experience in both sheltering work and life-enriching programs connecting pets with those in disadvantaged circumstances. Researchers are accumulating evidence that bonding with dogs has biological effects, such as elevated levels of the hormone oxytocin. Oxytocin improves trust, the ability to interpret facial expressions, the overcoming of paranoia, and other pro-social effects the opposite of PTSD symptoms. I will never forget meeting Otto s veteran, whose forearm bears the tattooed names of his fallen comrades, or the day he arrived to take his new best friend home. He couldn t stop smiling as he held Otto s leash and it seemed that for a moment, all the world was right. We will continue to rescue those precious animals who have run out of time, and provide emotional support and companionship to those in need. We hope you will consider a gift this fall to help a pet not only heal and find a home, but also provide an antidote to isolation, a gateway to trust, and a catalyst for physical and emotional healing. Together, we can make the difference. People Rescuing Animals...Animals Rescuing People. Page 3 Fall 2015

4 Saving Lives Because of You... Many of the animals ARF helps are homeless, rescued from public shelters before they run out of time, needing our help to find them just the right homes. Others need help to stay with their loving guardians through our community outreach programs designed to keep families together through times of financial crisis. All have one thing in common: each was given a second chance because of you. You can help special animals like Abraham and Villie at arflife.org. Second Chances - Abraham Stop the car! The neighbor frantically waved her arms as she ran toward the sedan pulling out of the driveway. The distraught meows were barely audible over the noise from the engine, but it was clear something was terribly wrong. They searched, and finally spotted the small orange kitten trapped in the wheel well. Officers arrived to dismantle the front of the car to carefully free the badly injured kitten. Covered in grease and shaking, he looked up at his rescuers with eyes full of gratitude and let out a soft meow. Even after Abraham s dramatic rescue and emergency surgery to amputate his leg he still wasn t safe. A neverending stream of animals arriving every day at the public shelter made space scarce, until ARF s team arrived to rescue him for the second time. Safe at last at ARF, he was able to heal and captured the hearts of our staff - one of whom fell in love and couldn t resist making him part of her family! Together Forever - Villie The ARF Emergency Medical Fund not only provides high quality, affordable medical care for low-income residents of Contra Costa County - it keeps families together. When Michael noticed his beloved ARF dog, Villie, didn t seem quite like himself, he was able to bring him to ARF s Clinic for testing, which revealed that Villie had a manageable chronic disease. Michael and the Clinic staff were able to work together to outline a treatment plan for Villie, who is thriving. This meant the world to Michael, who adores his fawn-colored pup. My dog Villie has been a life saver and a valued part of our family for a decade, Michael says. While I m grateful for the help the EMF program provides, it s the trust, quality care, expertise, communication, and education from ARF that s given him a continually glorious life and made me the best possible dog owner. I am so appreciative of him and ARF every day. Not only did ARF help me rescue him, he rescued me. Abraham recovering at ARF Villie and Michael Page 4 Fall 2015

5 Connecting Hearts Burt Adopted July 2015 Burt was one of a litter of five puppies ARF rescued from a public animal shelter. Now center of attention in his new home, his family says: He s a cuddle bug. Full of energy! Crystal Adopted March 2015 Crystal has eased her way into our hearts. When she came to us she had a frightening story to tell. She had no fur on her back or belly, presumably having licked it all off under the stress of her ordeal (she was found stray before coming to ARF). She has not shared with us her story and we have agreed not to ask. She has been very busy growing in her new coat and she takes great pride in it. We tell her often what good work she is doing and how pretty she is! We have long been associated with ARF as a camper and knew when the time came that we would want to adopt from ARF. Thank you all for helping Crystal find us. She is a purrrfect fit! Rocket Adopted June 2015 When first bringing Rocket the kitten home, the biggest challenge was our dog Indy s adjustment to a new member of the family. After three days, they are now buddies. ARF is thrilled to be chosen by Diablo Magazine readers as Best Animal Shelter for Best of the East Bay 2015! Page 5 Fall 2015

6 Event Highlights September October November 5 Wallflowers classes begin ARF U 12 Mobile adoption event Molly s Pup-Purr-ee, Danville 8Women Unleashed! ARF Register at arflife.org 15 Pet First Aid Workshop ARF U 5ARF Awards Dinner Round Hill Country Club, Alamo Leaders & Legends Aria Resort and Casino, Las Vegas 16 Bark at the Park Chicago White Sox, U.S. Cellular Field, Chicago Planned Giving Seminar ARF 24 Shred Day fundraiser ARF Save the Date! 19 Reserve Wine & Whiskers ARF at arflife.org Keep your pets safe on Halloween! Find tips at arflife.org January 15, 2016 Wine & Whiskers St. Louis Busch Stadium, St. Louis January 30, 2016 Stars to the Rescue 25th Anniversary Bigger and better than ever! Oracle Arena, Oakland This is a sampling of ARF classes, workshops, camps, and events occurring September - November To register or to view the most up-to-date information on events, visit ARF s website. Page 6 Fall 2015

7 Inspiring Learning Humane Education: Making the Connection The little girl stood at the back of her class, too nervous to come forward and pet the friendly dog with the rest of her classmates. Rosie relished the attention from the children as they stroked her soft ears, scratched her back, and even practiced shaking hands with her. You don t have to pet her if you re afraid, ARF s educator explained gently, taking the girl aside. Rosie was once scared of people, too! But she s learned that they re kind. Listening to Rosie s story how she was once abandoned, lonely, and scared and is now an ambassador of kindness the little girl realized Rosie had a story of her own, with feelings, and fears, just like her. Inching closer, she reached out to softly pat the speckled fur. Sensing her new friend s trepidation, Rosie gently licked her hand. A smile slowly spread across the girl s face. Not all children have learned empathy for animals or had the chance to experience a bond with a special dog or cat. ARF s humane education programs make these important connections and ignite a lifelong love for animals. Support ARF s humane education programs and make the world a kinder place, one child at a time. BEST. SUMMER. EVER..c Had a bake sale to benefit ARF s dogs and cats c Learned how to be safe around dogs Created awesome animal art camp ARF ROCKS! Made unforgettable friends! Sign up for fall and winter camps today! c arflife.org Page 7 Fall 2015

8 One Cat Saves 31,000 Lives Foraging for food at the stadium, the tortoiseshell cat took a wrong turn and suddenly found herself on the field, surrounded by spectators and players in the middle of a televised A s game. Frightened by the roaring crowd, she tore across the baseball diamond, leaping at any means of escape and eluding players and umpires who tried to capture her. Exhausted and scared, she slinked toward the dugout where she hesitated at Tony La Russa s feet. Somehow, she must have known he would keep her safe. At that moment Evie chose Tony. He and his wife Elaine, animal lovers with many of their own at home, took responsibility for finding the little stray cat a home. They were dismayed to learn not a single animal shelter in the area could take her in and promise she wouldn t be euthanized. After her ordeal and dramatic rescue, Evie was left with no chance for survival. And so ARF began, motivated by one cat and carried out by a small group of dedicated people who cared. On May 7, ARF celebrated twenty five years since Evie s journey from scared stray to beloved family member and the more than 31,000 dogs and cats who have been saved as her legacy since that inspiring moment on the ballfield. Like Evie, every one of them has a story. Henry, rescued because the public shelter lacked the medical resources to treat the deep wound on his front leg, is healthy and enjoying life with his new family. Kisses, who once wandered the streets as a pregnant stray, is a beloved, oversized lap dog and her puppies are safe in homes of their own. And Jones, a shy kitten who was overlooked at the public shelter and nearly ran out of time, has flourished with the love of his new family who can t imagine their lives without him. This year marked the best year for adoptions in the organization s history. ARF found homes for a remarkable 2,601 dogs and cats, increasing adoptions 14% over the previ- Page 8 Fall 2015

9 One Cat Saves 31,000 Lives ous year s record without sacrificing quality of care. Every tail wag, kiss, and soft nuzzle is precious as we consider what their fates would have been if not for Evie, and for ARF s friends who make these rescues possible. Today, many dogs and cats like Evie are still waiting to be rescued. Imagine how your gift today could change their lives and keep them all SAFE. Foster for ARF and Watch Love Grow! ARF s dedicated foster families save more lives every time they open their homes and hearts to an animal in need. To foster for ARF, all you need is love! ARF provides: Supplies (food, bedding, crates, toys, litter) Support from ARF s full-time Foster Supervisor Surgery, medicine, and vaccinations Full-service clinic to handle medical needs Adoption services when your foster animal returns to ARF Get the scoop on caring for cats, dogs, kittens, and puppies in your home by signing up for a free, no-obligation Foster Orientation session! arflife.org/foster Page 9 Fall 2015

10 Saving Lives What Will Your Legacy Be? Your decision to remember ARF in your will or trust will impact the lives of countless animals and people for years to come. Legacy gifts provide very meaningful support, ensuring ARF will have the resources to continue our life-saving work into the future, while fulfilling your own financial goals and objectives. Planned gifts can include bequests, gifts of life insurance, retirement plans, real estate, and other opportunities. Your legacy gift to ARF will provide a future lifeline to so many dogs and cats in need. To discuss your plans, please contact Bobbe Bartlett at bbartlett@arflife.org or (925) , or visit arflife.org. Jake s Angel Jake; (inset) Karl and an ARF pup Page 10 Jake, a 9 year-old Aussie rescue, loves going to work with his dad in San Francisco. But one summer day, a contractor accidentally left a door open and Jake slipped out undetected. His guardians frantically combed the city for him, calling his name and asking everyone they met if they d spotted the brown and white pup with soulful eyes. Just as they began to fear the worst, their phone rang. Karl Perazzo, percussionist for Santana and a good friend of ARF s who can often be found playing in the All-Star Band at Stars to the Rescue, spotted a terrified Jake running down the freeway and immediately knew he had to help. He stopped the freeway traffic, chased Jake down, and was able to charm him into his car by calling, Hey buddy, wanna go for a walk? No thought to risk, Karl put his life on the line to rescue Jake. Once Jake was in the car and out of danger, Karl took him to the recording studio and placed a call to his family letting them know he was safe. You don t have to be a rockstar to make a difference in the life of an animal. Follow Karl s lead and make a difference now at arflife.org. Fall 2015

11 Letters to ARF - Pet Hug Pack Each year, thousands of children, seniors, veterans, and others in need experience the wet noses and unconditional love of ARF s renowned therapy animal team, the Pet Hug Pack. Bring the magic of animals to those who need it at arflife.org. Dear ARF, I wanted to share with you that I encountered a dog from your Pet Hug Pack, Thelma, at Kaiser the other day. My mother has been hospitalized there for two weeks as she fights a rare and aggressive type of cancer. Although she is sleeping a lot from her medication, the visit was great for my dad who is there with her every day. He lost his yellow Lab ten years ago and the visit took his mind off of everything for a brief moment where he could just focus on Thelma and have a conversation that wasn t about cancer, for once in a long while. It brings me comfort that other families like mine who are so worn from caring for their loved ones will also be sent four-legged angels to comfort them. Thanks for everything you and your team do. Stephanie B. Thelma A Poem for Maddie Pet Hug Pack makes friends everywhere they go! PHP dog Maddie recently celebrated her 9 th birthday, and was gifted a beautiful poem from Neil, a friend she d made from PHP s visits to Cal Berkeley. My favorite therapy dog Maddie is turning 9 today, She always makes the stress of midterms and finals go away. She loves sweet potatoes, belly rubs, and playing... chase, And when I pet and hold her she has a big smile on her face. She puts her paw on my heart to say I love you, And she gives me lots of kisses too. She is a gift to everyone she meets, And seeing her at the Pet Hugs events at Cal is a real treat. I have been missing her since the end of last semester, And look forward to seeing her in September. Happy 9 th birthday to a very special therapy pet, Whose unconditional love I will never forget. Neil and Maddie share a pet hug Page 11 Fall 2015

12 In Honor of Special Friends Adoption fees for ARF s Very Important Pets (VIP) have been pre-paid by generous donors. To sponsor an animal please contact ltakahashi@arflife.org. Anakin and Graybee, Leslie Nuccio Aragorn made in memory of Roxy and Elmo, Mary Jensen and Edward Andrews Bazooka, Amy and Paul Mulligan Beauty and Downey, Ericka Leira Berry, Cheyenne and Chloe, Charlene White Big Al and Manhattan, Ava and Eleanor Koerdt Biscuit, Callie, Roxy, Koko, Shea and Papaya, William J. Coaker Jr. Bobby McGee, Cristobal and Jennifer Lopez Camille, Nicole and Hank Lasagna Cocoa Bean, Kristen Baltazor and Mitch Free Deer Valley, Michaela Tarpey Earl Grey, Jennifer Weise Espresso, Margaret J Bloisa Felix made in honor of Luigi, Julie Larive Feta, Barry and Darcy Goldberg Fiona, Jon Henderson and Melyn McDonald Fritz, Stewart and Sherry Proctor Gloria, Shahram and Jasmine Rezaei Han Solo, Lisa Goularte Hawthorne made in honor of Modem and Velcro, Gryphon Channing Howie, Stratus and Tribeca in honor of Rhonda Bartlett, Maria Osorio Huntington, Ryan Szeto Iris, Lesline Wimbley Keen made in memory of Richard Hansen, Pamela A. and Robert Hansen Key Lime, Stuart and Barbara Homer Linguini, Harry W. Beardsley and Shirley Todd Lo Mein, Iriana Martinez Lola, Jennifer Isola Mandela, Heather Evans March, Jennifer Schiro Marsh, Daisy Girl Scout Troop Martha made in memory of Lily Batten, Brittany Weppler Max, Linda J. Rydingsword and Bruce Nelson McIntosh, Meghan and Terrence Murphy Memphis and Strawberry, Ava and Eleanor Koerdt Mindy, Anton Hooker and Shana Hammers Missy made in memory of Robert Gray, Steven J. and Cathleen A. Ferguson Molly, Isabella M. Cellini Muzzy, David L. and Nancy D. Smith Palatino made in honor of Mackenzie Ridone, Katie Diamond and Steve Ridone Passion Fruit, Claire and John Flynn Reggiano, Joanne M. Frudden Rotelle, Jon and Lindsey Carlos Samwell made in memory of Brucie, Vicki H. Lawrence Scooter, Ally and Valerie Heuer Seabright, James D. and Linda Beasley Simon, Beatrice Pressley Sophie, Veronica and Philip Weismehl Sweet William, Marie A. Ramagli Timberland, Lisa M. and Todd A. Tuinstra Topaz, Terence Wong and Anna Mebust Janny Pappalardo Faber and Bear, Sara Born Joan F. Smith, Deborah S. Janeck Jonah, Simone Janssen K.C., William E. and Kathlyn Johanning Lauren and Bradley Potts, Elizabeth and Richard Bilotti Karen D. Gilbert Leona LaBasco, Christopher B. and Lizzy LaBasco Lizzy LaBasco, Leona and Tom LaBasco Lucky, Judy A. and Michael Batlin Maggie, Patricia Kubo Marty Beard made in memory of Molly, Ted and Pat Beard Mattie, Robert B. Simon Maverick Lazy Ace Vanderlip, Melissa Vanderlip Misses Calliope (Callie) and Penelope (Penny), Herbert F. and Margaret D. Wilkinson Mrs. G W Miller, Bentley Westphal Muriel Isaac, Shennen Brady and Zoe, Sara Born Nellie, Jodi Roisman PFC John R. Phillips, US Army 43rd Infantry Division, , Gary B. and Nancy E. Phillips Reed Shindle, Julia A. and Kevin P. Fitzgerald Renee Gallagher, Kelly R. Hanna and Reylan Lange Roxy, Lisa M. Bicker & Jane Martin Ryan and Mindy Bloomfield, Bunnie Kelly Scout s Birthday, Michael R. and Sharon P. Palombo Shayna Greenwall and Moishe Greenwall, Jewish Community Endowment Fund Shelley Bever, Scott J. Bever Shirley Lewis, Laura Irvine Stevie Wonder, Amy F. Mathews and Matthew Mustapick The La Russa Family, Mary M. Belville The Reddy Family, Sara Born Tigger, Tiny, Alex, Rocky, Shortcake, Cody, Charlie and Lisa Vasquez, Trinidad A. Vasquez Tim Reed, Kristin C. and Peter H. Becker Tony and Elaine La Russa, Ann M. Henning Tony La Russa, Raymond Flade Tony La Russa s 70th birthday, Lat 38 Parrothead Club Yuri and Sonja, David S. Martin Jr. In Memory of Special Friends In Loving Memory Twiggy LaRussa 2/14/98-6/11/15 ARF extends our most heartfelt condolences for the loss of the LaRussa family s constant companion of seventeen years. Alex Jekowsky, Dr. and Mrs. Howard Block Alexa Winograd s Bat Mitzvah, Debbie L. and Stuart Winograd Barbara F. Lashinsky Drew Johnson Susan and Thomas Newmeyer Laura L. and Jeffrey I. Goldstein Lynelle T. and Jesse W. Bragg Darlene and Kevin Baker Ali, Sheridan E. Stanton All cats at ARF, Megan K. Reuter Angie, Gable and Gracie, Lisa C. Martinez ARF, Donald L. & Nancy Ann Dalbey Babba, Debra L. Bass Blondie & Buster, Elizabeth C. Adams Calbear Lundberg, Christina A. Adams Cattacheeno, Cuddles and Tasha, Claire J. Stames Charlene Trautner, David A. Tobias and Elizabeth Whitley Charlie Kettering, Sherry E. Kettering Dakota Alfaqih, Angela Alfaqih Dr. Anne Lay, Philip D. Pitchford Dr. Peter Nurre, Joan Balzarini- Robbins Fielder, Michael J. DiBona Glenn Colacurci, Steven E. and Wanda Wong Halo, Albert R. Bjorgum Jane Siri, Sheila M. & Patrick J. Crowley Abbey, Barbara L. and Jim Edgin Alexander, Marlene Sauer all my past beloved pets, Ursula E. Nelson All Pattee dogs, Cheryl L. Pattee Amber Marmalade, Kevin D. and Bea A. Olsen Andrew Rightler, Chip Fendell Joan Lebow Candace L. and Barry Weisz Ann E. Blackwell Gary S. and Phyllis Heifetz Stephen G. Blackwell Jennifer L. Barton Angel, Animal Hospital of Angela Quattrin, Anita J. Quattrin Angus, Anita L. Heffernon Annie, Aletha R. & James B. Werson Auby, Animal Hospital of Bailey Girl, Carole A. and H. Paul Breslin Barbara George, Bryan Sibert Bastet, Father Joseph and Kitty 2, Animal Hospital of Bear, Animal Hospital of Bentley, Spencer and Sebastian, Sharyn DeLano Bernie Frydman, Velma Clark Black Jack, Animal Hospital of Blackie, Animal Hospital of Bob, Jeffrey L. Becker Brandy, Animal Hospital of Breezy, Ray and Doris L. Edwards Buddy, Terrance P. and Sibylle M. O Malley Page 12 Fall 2015

13 In Memory of Special Friends Page H Market Street, Concord CA facebook.com/arfthriftstore Donate your car to ARF and give our programs a lift! Go back to school with ARF U! Manners Puppy Specialty Sports Evening & weekend classes available arflife.org/arf-u--dog-training Great deals are always popping up at the ARF Thrift Store! Put your old car, truck, RV, or boat to work saving lives for ARF! TO - GIVE ARF only accepts vehicles located and registered in California Buddy, Animal Hospital of Bully and Theo, Animal Hospital of Bunny, Dolores S. San Miguel Buster Brown, David Geiger Buster Pelos, Marsha A. and Richard Servetnick Byrnsie, Jim and Brenda Herrington Caliope Cambareri, Marie Cambareri Callie, Paulette Wrede Callie Watkins, The Dog Walkers Calvin Proctor Jr., Mike Bartilson Carl Shaver, Craig and Susan Elliott Carolyn W. Goldwater, Gerald J. and Karen Carlson Carter, Animal Hospital of Casper and Wendy, Robert J. and Midori J. Copeland CeCe, Animal Hospital of Chance, Animal Hospital of Charcoal, Animal Hospital of Charles D. Mathews, Elizabeth J. Mathews Charles Dean Moore, Dr. May E. Moore Charlie Lowitz, Jerry C. and Linda A. Wendt Charlotte Neyhouse, Nancy and Robert W. Wahlstrom Cheddar, Debbie L. and Stuart Winograd Chester Pookie, James M. Jenkins Chewy Harris, Denise L. and Roger Lindsay Cheyenne, Animal Hospital of Chickie, Animal Hospital of Chili, Animal Hospital of Chili Dog and Pepperoni Pup, Susan J. Sheldon & Bruce Borgman Chloe, Teresa A. and Michael D. Dutkiewicz Chopper, Animal Hospital of Christa Caskie, Carole A. and H. Paul Breslin Chyna, Animal Hospital of Coco, Wayne and Barbara Quan Cody, Debra A. Kabrich and Denise M. Nelson Constance Lynch, Glenn and Diane Colacurci Daisy, Catherine A. Smith Daisy, Animal Hospital of Daisy Gothberg, Lori S. Bungarz and Tom Nootbaar Dana Deanne Schroll Perel, Bank of Marin Reginald H. Leighton Trudi A. Nelson Jeffrey Thomas BPMNJ Debo Kellerman, Glenn and Diane Colacurci Deborah F. Lee, Roger A. Lee Diablo, Animal Hospital of Diamond, Animal Hospital of Diana Ehmke, Gail McPartland Diane Douglas Lamborn, Paul and Barbara Himmelright Dianna Garrison, Susan Williams- Westberry Dolcé, Terry D. and Karen D. McGill Dr. George Barker, Deborah Preston Duffy, Barry W. Hart and Carol Sturman Duke, Brenda L. and David E. Anderson Edith J. Price and Roland, G. Lindsay McCrea Elizabeth Webb Harrington, Elizabeth M. Harrington Elle, Janet M. and Michael E. Brown Ellie, Kevin Trejo Elsa, Janice Gordon Felix, Animal Hospital of Fido, Animal Hospital of Flopsie, Ziva and Shazbot, Kathleen M. Edmonds Florence Kleinfeld, Mad Engine Annette and Hank Berger Foxee, Animal Hospital of Frankenstein, Animal Hospital of Furry, Animal Hospital of Fuzzy, Animal Hospital of Gage, Animal Hospital of Gato and Squeaks, Daniel M. Dys George Curtis, Annalie M. Evans George Robertson, John C. and Ruth G. Baldwin Graci Love, Julie A. and Anthony J. Scolini Gracie, Barbara L. Whitcraft and David C. Heinsler Gracie, Cathleen M. and Daniel M. Provinse Grushenka, Edward J. Leiter Gus, Mary Murphy Guy Morrison, Michelle Whittaker Gypsy, Toby Curry and Dee Trevorrow Hagrid, Animal Hospital of Hank, Mary L. Ferro Harley, Animal Hospital of Helen and Alden Johnson, Linda and Gary Mahloch Homer Kissel, Natalie Orona Howard Rogers, John C. Minney and Susan Cliff Contra Costa Sheriff Volunteer Services Lloyd E. and Vina K. Pringle Wendy Buckley Hudson, April G. and Clifton J. Crawford Hunter, Kathleen A. Chin Indy, Donna and Arthur G. Maionchi Jack, Elisabeth C. Kreske Jake, Lesley A. and Paul Caffery Jake Reardon, Janet M. and Michael E. Brown Jim Golden, Patrick Carroll Princeton University Press California Princeton Fulfillment Services Jives, Kaye and Jack Gordon Continued on next page Fall 2015

14 In Memory of Special Friends Joe Joseph, Kathleen J. Carrai Joey, David S. and Lynn F. Kravis John Cwalina, Jeanne J. Fazio Eleanor Slovak John G. Montgomery Sean Fisher Eleanor Slovak John Donaldson, Joanne M. Scatena Joseph Munyer, Barbara Jeanne Glenn Junior, Animal Hospital of Juno, Ranger, Atlas, Gypsy, Lucky, Kaya and Isabelle, Pets Eternal Rest, Inc Justice, Animal Hospital of K.C., William E. and Kathlyn Johanning Kayla, Animal Hospital of Kellie, Animal Hospital of Kelly Powell, Patricia J. Howell Kerry Morgan, Lorri Axelsen Kirby and Patty, Jeffrey A. Clemens Koko Fattore, Ralph and Ally Fattore Kylie and Stranger, Animal Hospital of Lacey, Michael and Karen Sylvia Larry Crothers, Austin Sprint Team Lars Hallberg, James V. and Theresa A. Heim Lawson Black, Margaret J. Trainor Leslie (Lizard) Marie Sherman, Sharon Kitamoto Leslie Stone, Carole Tunley Lexi, Patti Smith Lexy and Wiley, Animal Hospital of Libby, Animal Hospital of Lily Storer, Dr. Mark W. Storer Little Dude, Animal Hospital of Lois Cornish Henderson, Louise Diamond Lola, Marcia L. and Steve Boyd Louie Mussano, Donna K. and Stephen J. Mazaika Louis J. Chiodo, Jean and Curtis A. Wilkerson Lucia, Joanne K. Kihara Lucy, Carolyn R. and Leland J. Eller Luke, Animal Hospital of Lulu, Animal Hospital of Mack Fiskewold, Marsha A. and Richard Servetnick Madison, Steven C. and Diane Parrish Maggie, Animal Hospital of Malcolm Franklin, Jane C. Micks Mannix, Ann M. Ruth Mardi and Phoebe, Phyllis J. Wisniowski Marty, Wayne P. Hinkley & John Cruger Mary O Neill, Craig & Susan Elliott Mary Shaver, Craig & Susan Elliott Maureen A O Connell, Kari Hartmann Max, Animal Hospital of Max, Karen J. Mannering Maximus, Animal Hospital of Maxx, Animal Hospital of McMuffy, Janet O Connell- Mangham Me Me, Animal Hospital of Measle and Thelma, Cynthia Kay Baker Melanie, Animal Hospital of Meu-Meu and Pica, Animal Hospital of Miki, Glenn and Diane Colacurci Millie Fragapane, Tim Fragapane Minnie, Doreen Small Minnie, Anne and Satoshi Kuritsubo Missy, Animal Hospital of Molly, Animal Hospital of Montana, Animal Hospital of Morgan Howell, Nancy M. Larmer Moses, Richard McDrew Mouton Kingston, Cecily W. and Jeffrey S. Kingston Myeka, Steven L. & Maria Valente Myko, Animal Hospital of Neo, Shari M. Fukatsu Olga Nane B Bignotti, Nancy and Robert W. Wahlstrom Olga Radosevich, Holly Hong Susan and Urs Obayashi Barbara C. MacGregor and Debra Mackay Eric Hong Savina Hong Erin Hong Susan M. Sheehan Pal, Animal Hospital of Patricia Hartman, William F. Beemer Patrick Jepsen, Darrell and Valerie Davis Patti Bascom, Hunt R. Bascom Peanut, Animal Hospital of Peanut, Doris C. Shiozaki Pete, Anna Husk Peter Maris Jr., Janet and Robert W. Crabtree Phoebe, Animal Hospital of Phyllis Valentine, Craig M. Valentine Christine Valentine Pippen, Donna E. Foliart Pluto, Animal Hospital of Pongo, Frank L. and Mary P. Nash Pooch, Animal Hospital of Princess, Animal Hospital of Princess, Diana L. & Robert A. Nelson Princess Karuna & Metta Coffee, Marsha A. & Richard Servetnick Puglet, Animal Hospital of Puppy, Animal Hospital of PV (McDuffy), Animal Hospital of Queenie, Animal Hospital of Rambo and Shasta, Dr. Christopher J. Hussar Raymond Frank Gregory, Dorothy L. Gregory Richard Dale, Nancy C. Goodman Riley, Animal Hospital of Rita Mata, Frank L. and Mary P. Nash Robert Browning, Robert B. Simon Robert F. Andrews, Marcia Andrews Robert W. Jensen, Mary Jensen and Edward Andrews Rocky Herauf, Sheri and Mike Herauf Rosa, Animal Hospital of Roxy Jensen-Andrews, Mary Jensen and Edward Andrews Ruby Hackett, Victoria Hackett Rusty, Animal Hospital of Sabrina Fair, Animal Hospital of Sage, Animal Hospital of Samantha, Animal Hospital of Samantha, John H. and Susan K. Simmonds Sammi and Fifi Martin, Joy Martin-Gieryng and Tom Gieryng Sammy, Carolyn V. Groves Sammy, Lois A. Peterson Sampson, Cheryl L. Balderson Sandy, Animal Hospital of Sandy, Ralph D. Watson Sara, Michael and Andrea Willard Sasha, Nova L. and Lewis M. Lefcourt Sasko, Animal Hospital of Sassy, Animal Hospital of Scooby, Animal Hospital of Scooter, Animal Hospital of Scruffy, Suzanne Gold SGT. Patrick Jay Lucas, Patricia Lucas Shadow, Animal Hospital of Sharon D. Spengler, Mr. and Mrs. Richard LaChapelle She-Ra, Princess of Power, Kris Byrne Shiloh, Bruce and Mary T. Whitaker Shirley Nelson, Julie A. Nelson- Terry and Paul Terry Shy One, Animal Hospital of Smokey, Animal Hospital of Snow, Animal Hospital of Spider, Animal Hospital of Spiro Frangoulis, Lisa V. Schow Spot O Malley, Rocio and Shaun Gallagher Spyke, Kathleen L. Chambers Stephanie Campbell-Hartzell, Susan L. Campbell-Weir Taco Wong-Jordan, Marie T. and Richard D. Ivona Tasha, Animal Hospital of Taylor, Jennifer D. Cook David A. and Franki L. Kohler Terresa Hernandez, Linda Fromich-Smith and David Smith Tessa Sobechko, Catherine T. and Daniel J. Murphy Tim McGuinn, Laurie Nash Timid, David Geiger Timmy, Elizabeth R. Marshall Timothy Cleere, Gene A. Underwood Toby, Animal Hospital of Toby, Judy A. Wobleski and Roger R. Stone Trena Harrington, Unum Officers, Directors, and Co-workers Trixie, Amy J. and Robert C. Trask Tsar, Georgia and Vladimir Belinsky Twiggy, Laurain and James Sexton Elena and Bill Bicker The Rosenthal Family Dolores B. McCoskey & Cliff Bates Ty, Animal Hospital of Vegas, Animal Hospital of Verdella, Debra A. Kabrich and Denise M. Nelson Victoria Osborne, Susan J. and Carl B. Webb Wanda The Elephant, Velma Clark Whistler, Wayne and Barbara Quan Willie, Animal Hospital of Zinnia, Elaine Voltz Zoe Rohm, Gerald R. and Jeanne R. Rohm This listing includes donations received from 2/12/15 through 5/30/15. We apologize if we made a mistake in representing your donation. Please contact Lynn at (925) or ltakahashi@arflife.org to make a correction. Gift amounts of $100 or more are recognized in the Scoop newsletter. To honor a special friend, visit arflife.org/honor to send an e-card, or mail your donation to ARF and include a note letting us know the name and address of whom you would like us to notify. Page 14 Fall 2015

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