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I N S I D E T H I S
I S S U E :
Cat Adoption
Event
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Alumni 16
Volunteer
Spotlight
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Spay/Neuter 23
LEAGUE LINES J A N U A R Y — F E B R U A R Y 2 0 1 1 1 1 - 1
My Last Hope Program Annual Update Since its inception in 1997, many
of our harder to place animals
have been adopted through the
League’s My Last Hope program.
Dogs and cats in this program
have been selected because they
are older, have been with us for
a length of time and/or have on-
going medical condit ions.
Through this program, the
League pays for post-adoption
veterinary expenses at Highland
Heights Animal Hospital for the
rest of that animal’s life.
The My Last Hope program helps
pets with manageable medical
conditions or those of an ad-
vanced age find homes by elimi-
nating medical bills and by elimi-
nating adoption fees. Because
we are a no-kill shelter, people
sometimes ask ―Why is it called
My Last Hope?‖ The answer is
that this program just might give
some of our pets their last hope
of adoption, so that they do not
have to spend their final years at
a shelter instead of in a loving
home. In the 14 years of this
program’s existence, it has done
just that for over 65 cats and
dogs.
The League budgets funds annu-
ally to support this program, and
this year, we were lucky to also
have many, many generous mem-
bers and friends donate addi-
tional funds to My Last Hope as a
result of our Spring Appeal let-
ter. Thanks to all of these won-
derful donors, we were able to
help even more special residents
find homes. A record seven cats
and five dogs were adopted as
part of the My Last Hope pro-
gram in 2010. (Several more
were adopted already in 2011.)
We are very grateful to everyone
who helped make this possible.
If you would like to help sustain
the My Last Hope program, you
may do so by sending a check
payable to the League for Animal
Welfare and marked ―My Last
Hope‖ in the memo line, or by
selecting the My Last Hope op-
tion in the on-line donation sec-
t i o n o f o u r w e b s i t e ,
www.lfaw.org.
Adopted in 2010 were the fol-
lowing cats: Fred, Luigi, Holly,
Pretzel, Spritz, Tyger and Sabrina.
The My Last Hope dogs adopted
this past year were Bettie, Pepe,
Austin, Tank and Korbin.
There are currently two cats and
one dog in the program
(although others may be added
as the year progresses). The cats
are Tabitha (estimated birth date:
02/2006; date of arrival: 02/2009)
and Figi (estimated birth date:
06/2005; date of arrival:
06/2007). Faye (estimated birth
date: 11/2006; date of arrival:
11/2008) is currently the only
dog in the program.
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2011 My Last Hope Program
Faye
Breed: Shepherd/Husky mix
Estimated Date of Birth: 11/2006
Weight: 55 pounds
Faye was transferred from a traditional shelter, where
she was taken after being found running in a field. It
turned out that the field WAS her home - and her owner
did not mind if the shelter took her. Faye is an active girl
and would love to find an equally active owner dedicated
to fulfilling her exercise requirements, or another dog to
play with (males are preferred.) Faye is playful with toys
and enjoys a game of fetch. Faye would do well in a home
with children over the age of eight.
Tabitha
Breed: Short-haired grey tabby
Estimated Date of Birth: 02/2006
Tabitha came from a house with over 15 cats. She was
nursing all of the kittens in the home. We could not take
her at first, because we could not catch all of the kittens
she was helping. Fortunately, we were finally able to take
her. She was pregnant again when she came in. But
now, all of her kittens are raised, and she is ready for a
home of her own. She deserves a loving home, especially
after she was such a loving mom to so many. She is a
great cat!
Figi
Breed: Short-haired brown tabby
Estimated Date of Birth: 06/2005
Figi was found after she had been deserted at a local
business. She and her three very young kittens were left
to survive on their own. Figi is a petite girl who is a little
shy, but once she gets comfortable with someone, she
loves to be held and petted.
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Uma Breed: Short-haired white
Estimated Birth Date: 04/2006
Uma was found as a stray, with four very healthy babies, and she is now
ready for a home. She is a little shy at first, but quickly warms up to people.
She is very happy to be cuddled in your arms for as long as you will allow her
to stay there. She will be fine in a home with other cats and would make a
great companion.
Jake Breed: Short-haired orange
Estimated Birth Date: 04/2006
Jake was originally adopted from a local pet store. His owner was elderly
and could no longer care for him. We have found that Jake does not like
dogs. He is taking a while to get used to his other feline roommates, but is
adjusting OK. He would probably do best in a quieter household, since that
is what he has known most of his life. Jake is declawed.
Hilary Breed: Short-haired brown tabby
Estimated Date of birth: 03/2007
Hilary was being fostered for another shelter who had no room for her and
her babies, but we were able to take them. Hilary is extremely shy and
frightens easily. Spend some quiet time with her and you will find that she
loves attention and being petted. She also loves other cats. Hilary needs a
quiet home and someone who will give her time to blossom.
Mischa Breed: Short-haired white with black
Estimated Date of Birth: 09/2006
Mischa was found as a pregnant stray. She had six healthy kittens who have
all found homes. She was a wonderful mom, but now she is ready for a
home of her own, where she will be loved and taken care of. She is good
with the other cats in her room, as well as with dogs. She is a very friendly
and outgoing cat and would be a great companion for some lucky person or
family.
Jenna Breed: Short-haired dilute tortie
Estimated Date of Birth: 01/2006
Jenna was found as a pregnant stray and delivered four healthy kittens. She is
a very friendly cat who loves to be picked up and loves to sit on your lap.
She seems to like people a lot, but is unhappy with other felines around her.
For this reason, Jenna has taken up occupancy in the hallway of the cat area
at the League. She would probably do best in a home with no cats or with
just one cat that is gentle and unassuming.
These cats are looking for a home . . or a sponsor
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Jackson Breed: American Bulldog mix
Estimated Birth Date: 12/2005 Weight: 63 pounds
Jackson was rescued from an abusive situation and housed at various
adoption agencies until he came to the League. He can usually be seen
with his favorite orange ball in his mouth, hoping for a playmate to come
his way. He enjoys playing with dogs his size or bigger. Any children in his
new home should be 12 or older, due to the big lug’s rough style of play.
A meeting with our trainer to discuss life with Jackson is required before
his adoption.
Erin B reed : Co l l i e m ix
Estimated Date of Birth: 04/2009 Weight: 30 pounds
Found as a stray with her sister, Erin is pretty under-socialized. We are
working on building her confidence and she is doing much better. She is a
very sweet girl who may or may not always be a bit shy, but she is a great
dog who loves to be with people, once she knows them.
Bonnee Breed: Basenj i mix
Estimated Date of Birth: 03/2010 Weight: 20 pounds
Bonnee has TONS of personality! You just have to come in and meet her
to really appreciate this little girl. She was adopted as a small puppy, but
was returned when her owner lost her job and was losing her home. She
is still on the small side and will remain small. She just loves everyone and
wants a home of her own again.
Hanley Breed: Pointer/Lab mix
Estimated Date of Birth: 11/2009 Weight: 51 pounds
Hanley came from another shelter, so we don’t know a lot about her
background. However, she has shown us nothing but wanting attention
and showing affection. She is just an all around great girl! We are working
on her crate training and socializing her a bit more, but she is pretty
darned nice the way she is. Hanley would make an awesome addition to
some lucky family.
Spunky Breed: Brittany Spaniel/Beagle mix
Estimated Date of Birth: 05/2006 Weight: 30 pounds
Spunky was transferred from a county shelter. He is an energetic, playful
and affectionate dog. He loves belly rubs and is a snuggler. Spunky likes to
be with people and is even good about being brushed. A home where he
can get plenty of exercise would be great for him. An owner devoted to
continued obedience training would help Spunky be the best dog that he
can be. He seems to be good with other dogs, so long as they don’t try to
take his toys!
These dogs are looking for a home . . or a sponsor
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The Scoop, by Spongebob
This is your favorite roving
reporter, Spongebob, coming
at you from my humble
writer’s area in Room 3 at
the League for Animal Wel-
fare. This is my third article,
and I’m pleased to report
that all of my friends featured
in my fantastic pieces have
been adopted! So let’s keep
that streak going with a cou-
ple of real cool cats.
When you visit, one of the
first ladies you will meet is a
beautiful dilute tortie named
Jenna. Jenna is the gal who
gets the run of the hallway in
front of the cat room, but
most of the time you will find
her perched atop her cage in
the old ―cuddle corner.‖
Jenna is a real sweetheart
who simply does not do well
with a lot of activity involving
quiet people or other cats.
She gets along quite well with
people, and will cuddle up for
loving and purring. And
when she has had enough,
she’ll let you know. My dear
girl has been here for two
years now, and at five years
old she is past that rambunc-
tious kitten stage, and is now
looking for a wonderful
home to spend a long and
loving life.
Next on this issue’s list is a
very talented guy. Actually,
this boy is the only resident
at the League that can type
and knows how to spell.
(Have you ever tried to type
with claws and paws that do
not have opposable thumbs?)
Yep, it’s yours truly, me,
Spongebob! I’m a VERY
handsome lad…primarily
white with several gray tabby
markings on my fine phy-
sique. I have no idea why
they gave me this name, as I
look nothing like that goofy
Squarepants cartoon charac-
ter. Perhaps it’s because I
am a bit of a celebrity around
here. I’m a little shy in room
3, but I really love visits from
the regular volunteers that
have gotten to know me. I
love them and cuddle right
up to them. Once you take
me home, I will do the same
with you! And don’t worry
about what will happen to
your favorite piece in League
Lines once I am adopted. I
am training an understudy to
take over for me once I am
adopted.
So keep the streak running.
Stop by the shelter and adopt
Jenna and Spongebob.
Signing off for now, Sponge-
bob
Annual Meeting The Annual Meeting of Mem-
bers was not held on January
20, 2011, as scheduled, due to
inclement weather. The meet-
ing is rescheduled for Thursday
evening, February 17 at 7 p.m.
at the shelter, 4193 Taylor
Road, Batavia, Ohio 45103.
If the February 17 meeting is
cancelled due to weather or
other factors, the meeting will
be rescheduled on each suc-
ceeding Thursday at the same
time and place until held. No-
tice of cancellation will be
posted on our web site,
lfaw.org, and also on the
League’s voicemail message.
All members are encouraged to
attend to hear reports on the
League's activities in 2010. In
addition, dues paying members
for two (2) consecutive months
or more are eligible to vote on
candidates for the Board of
Directors and on amendments
to the League's Articles of In-
corporation.
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Ask Ms. Catty
Dear Ms. Catty:
I found a sweet little kitty on my
porch, and I took it to the vet for
shots, a checkup, and neutering. This
cat seems to be scratching up every-
thing in the house, and I don’t want to
have to keep him outside. I’ve never
shared a home with a cat before. My
friends tell me I should take him back
to the vet to get de-clawed, but I don’t
know. What should I do?
-Mystified in Montgomery
Dear Mystified:
Ms. Catty commends you for taking in
an abandoned kitty, and for being re-
sponsible by having the boy neutered,
vaccinated, and checked by a vet. If all
humans were as responsible as you
are, we would not have the horrible
overpopulation problem with un-
wanted cats.
Cats scratch for several important
reasons. We scratch to leave our
―mark‖ as a way of communicating
with others that we have been there.
It’s sort of like our calling card. Our
paws even have scent glands on them
so that we can leave another message
to others that we were there.
When your fingernails break or get
too long, you can file and trim them.
Most of us do not have nail clippers
and aren’t able to operate them even if
we do. As a result, we also scratch to
remove old layers of nail from the un-
derlying newer nails.
Finally, we scratch sometimes out of
sheer boredom.
I recommend that you place at least
one reasonably tall vertical scratching
device (the ones with several perch
levels, covered with carpet or burlap,
and containing sisal rope are nice, par-
ticularly if you put them by a window),
and a horizontal scratching board or
cardboard tray on the floor. Hanging
catnip toys from these scratching de-
vices, putting dried or fresh catnip
where you want your cat to scratch,
and praising your cat for scratching in
the ―right‖ places are all ways of get-
ting your boy to scratch appropriately.
Keeping the claws trimmed on a regu-
lar basis also is a good idea; but make
sure to only trim off the tip and never
cut into the pink cuticle as this is pain-
ful and will bleed.
I strongly recommend AGAINST the
procedure euphemistically referred to
as ―declawing.‖ The procedure is a
reasonably serious mutilation per-
formed under general anesthesia. Be-
cause claw cells exist in the first joint
of each phalange (ie, finger and toe),
and adhere to the first joint, the claw
cannot simply be removed. Rather,
the entire first joint is amputated with
a device that resembles a small guillo-
tine. The procedure is quite painful,
and some cats walk on their hind legs
for quite some time after the opera-
tion. Some people have reported that
their cat’s behavior has changed for
the worse after having been declawed.
In the U.K., the procedure is viewed as
being inhumane and unnecessary muti-
lation. And declawing is illegal is sev-
eral countries in Europe.
Please take the time to train your new
furball to use the scratching posts.
Both he and you will appreciate the
effort!
FUN FACT: Did you know that male
calico cats are extremely rare and are
always sterile? It’s true. Only one out
of approximately 3,000 calico cats is
male, and this is due to a genetic error
in which the cat has two X and one Y
sex chromosome (instead of the nor-
mal two X chromosomes that calico
cats generally have)!
Ms. Catty answers questions of inter-
est to those humans intelligent enough
to share a household with a pet. Please
address your questions to Ms. Catty, c/
o League for Animal Welfare, 4193
Taylor Road, Batavia, OH 45103
© League for Animal Welfare, 2011
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Thanks to everyone who participated in the 2010 Wish Tree, the animals had a very special Christmas.
Thanks for a Wonderful Holiday
Charity Navigator is America's premier independent charity
evaluator. They help charitable donors make intelligent giving deci-
sions by providing in-depth, objective ratings and analysis of the
financial health of America's largest charities. Charity Navigator
awarded the League four out of a possible four stars. In earning
Charity Navigator's highest four star rating, the League has dem-
onstrated exceptional financial health, outperforming most of its
peers in its efforts to manage and grow its finances in the most
fiscally responsible way possible.
The League participated in a gift wrapping event at Borders East-
gate on 12/24/2010. The picture to the right is Connie and Tim
O'Connor and the picture above is Mary Kulakoski-Hoerr with
daughters Claudia and Lily Hoerr. Total donations from this
event were almost $1,100.00! It was a very successful event and
a big help to our Spay/Neuter program funding. The gift wrapping
coordinator at Borders was really happy we were there and said
she'd love to have us back.
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Wish List Thank You’s
L E A G U E L I N E S
Alice Tallie
Allen Fritsch
Amanda Clepper
Andrea Albl
Andy and Allison Olsson
Andy, Amy & Sophia Nichols
Bethany Crosby
Bruce & Nancy Gack
Christina Ogletree
Custom Design Benefits
Cynthia Houston
David & Kimie Carpenter
Debbie Cadwallader
Dennis Riedmiller
Diane Allex
Diane Ritter
Dominic Torres
Dorothy Godwin
Greg Norris
Hannah Herforth
Helen Kolesar
Ivan & Van Morse
Jackie Langston
Jen Crosby
Jenn & Craig Dannemiller
Jennifer Boughton
Jennifer Fehn
Jessica Schulte
Jill Horner
Jill White
Jim & Kathy Crosby
Karen Friedman
Karen Kolesar
Karen Weisbrodt
Karol Kennedy
Kathy DiSilvestro
Krista Smith
Lauren Evans
Linda Rath
Linda, Ed, Meta & Chase Wellman
Lisa & Deny Skowronski
Lynette Prisco
Macy Stephenson
Mary Beth Simpson
Maureen Riopelle
Megan & David Shaw
Merwin Girls on the Run
Nancy Chapel
Nancy Willis
Naomi Knudson
Pam Baird
Paul Pieper
Our thanks go out to the generous people who have donated items from our Wish List, as well as those many other items we use to
make everything better for our residents, volunteers and staff:
PBM Plus, Inc.
Peggy S. Haggard
PJ & Nancy Johnson
Rob, Suzanne, Ellie, Kenzie Ferguson
Rosie Bryan
Sandy & April Myers
Shannon Bodenstein
Sharon Marcum
Shelli and Jeff Tegenkamp
Sherry Gudmens
Sarah Vakhana
St. Andrew/St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
School Mrs. Saffer's 3rd class
Steve Kolesar
Sue Hyde
Susanne & Rick Lieberman
Teresa L. Nau
The Trammell Family
Tim Stradtman
Tina Marten
Trish Larsen
Vic Breenhno
Wendy & Jerri Williams
Wendy New
Avery 3270 Printable
Magnet Sheets
Hand sanitizer
First class postage stamps
Laundry detergent
Wheelbarrow
Large covered litter boxes
Distilled water
6’ non-retractable leashes
Canned cat and dog food
Large Nylabone Durable Bones
Scoopable cat litter
Small dog biscuits
Bleach
Gift cards for Wal-Mart, Petsmart
and Lowe’s
Canned puppy and kitten food
Fabric softener sheets
Bird seed
Paper towels
Scotch brand Magic Tape
Post-It Notes (all sizes)
Soft dog treats
Comforters
30 gallon and outdoor trash bags
Squeaky toys
Natural sterile bone stuffable
treats for dogs
Two-pocket folders
King sized Kongs
Wish List
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MEMORIALS & OTHER GIFTS SINCE THE LAST ISSUE: MEMORIALS:
In memory of Ada Parm: Edward & Dolores Ferguson Frances Jordan
In memory of Alexander L. Baxter
Mary & Roger Baxter Mel & Bill Davis Bobby Gore Mary O'Connell
In memory of Paul Cain
Roger & Loretta Bright Carol Clark John & Sharon Harris Ken & Juanita Howard Dorothy Knarr Jean Sheafer Mickey & Donna Williams
In memory of Catherine Bamberger, mother of League shelter manager, Mary Sue Bahr
Suellen Biser Ray & Joyce Blersch Mike & Christine Callihan Dave & Anita Freeman
Bruce & Nancy Gack Tracy & Michael O'Connor Toni & Mike Roach Sue Schellhous
Carole Shafer Anne Springman Beverly Thomas & Michael Ramundo
Jackie Wagner Jerry & Wendy Williams Tammy Woodhouse
Park Plaza Animal Hospital in memory of the following pets no longer with us
"Punkin" Holton "BJ" Seifert "Moonbow" Cosgrove "Pepper" Grooms
"Bailey" Newkirk "Baxter" Borkowski "Sweet Tooth" Pierce "Matrix" Kurz
"Paco" Cassidy "David" & "Velcro" Swinea
Carol Adams in memory of her beloved pets "Tigger" and "Holly"
Angela Allen in memory of "Ozzie," beloved pet bird of the Bollig Family
Elaine Alyward in memory of Mary Carson
Gayle Anderson-Lady in memory of "Penny," beloved pet of Dee Volante
Astar Co. in memory of Pete Blessing
Steven & Kathy Biedenbach in memory of Eileen Brown Curtiss Gibney
Kurt & Kimberly Blum in memory of their beloved pet "Meeko"
Emily Briggs in memory of "Freda," beloved pet of Mr. & Mrs. Bradley Briggs
Fr. & Mrs. John Chewning in memory of Mrs. Courtenay Bass
Michael & Christine Callihan in memory of "Abby," beloved pet of Tom, Sarah, & Will Callihan
Elmer Cornish in memory of "Keyser," beloved pet of Mamie Bailey
Joseph Cornish in memory of "Kyser," beloved pet of Ms. Jackie Stanton
Marylou Creelman in memory of Patricia Shirk
Louis Enzweiler & Dale Brown in memory of James Bartley
Bob Faelten in memory of "Nicci," beloved pet of Chris & Tami White
Dan, Niranjana & Maya Fitzsimmons in memory of "Angus," beloved pet of Jack Fitzsimmons & Walter Gendell
Bruce & Nancy Gack in memory of "Nicci," beloved pet of Chris & Tami White and "Manny," beloved pet of Fran & Rich Garber
Pam & Randy Geiser in memory of "Andy," beloved pet of Ron & Rhonda Johnson
Peggy Haggard in memory of her beloved pets "Crystal," "Spunky" and "Fritzy"
Mrs. Flo Hampton in memory of Margie Martin
Ellen & Ann Hill in memory of "Snippet," "Frosty" and "Splinters"
Harold E. Hodges Family Trust (Carol Duval) in memory of Harold E. & Doris J. Hodges
Leslie Jones in memory of Rita Rogers
James & Joyce Lambert in memory of their beloved pet "Gizmo"
Karen Maloney in memory of "Buddy," beloved pet of Sue & Mike Wolf
Kim Mathias in memory of Marsha Mueller
Kathryn McElhaney in memory of Marjorie Ruth Martin James & Diane Method in memory of Keith Wieland
Susan & Christopher Meyer in memory of their beloved pets "Alex" and "Lobo"
Richard & Crescent Miller in memory of their beloved pets "Tippie," "Puddin" & "Poochie"
Terrence Murray in memory of "Hershey," beloved pet of Bob & Marilyn Brockschmidt
Paul & Carolyn Neagle in memory of their beloved pets "Muffin" and "Patches"
The Ransom & Surd Families in memory of Carol Ransom
Laura Pedersen in memory of "Callie," beloved pet of Sharon Schweer
Susan, Bob and Reilly Quirk in memory of "Rory," beloved pet of Sue & John Bill
Karen Schofield in memory of "Malibu Stacy" beloved pet of Michael & Danielle Muething
Louis & Sharon Schwartz in memory of Jerry Stephens, "Fritzy" and "Skippy"
Chris Seelbach in memory of his beloved pet "Stormy Meow Seelbach"
Betty Tenbrink in memory of Jim Tenbrink
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Deborah Ulrich in memory of her beloved cat Delilah"
Karen Vinup in memory of Kathy Kuhnell
Doug & Sue Waddell in memory of Jean Zehand in memory of "Pete," beloved pet of Marianne Lang & Jeff Waddle
Jackie Wagner & Cheryl Reynolds in memory of "Trinka," beloved pet of Marcy Johnson
Stephen Wessel in memory of his beloved pet "Brittany"
Mark Wilder in memory of his beloved pet "Rufus"
Ken Wolterman in memory of "Mischief," beloved pet of Jodi Kern
MY LAST HOPE:
Angela Allen Heather Ernst Dave & Anita Freeman Jamie Held & Family Carol Hughes Stanford Joseph
Daphne Knapp Constance Megison Betty Pflum Karen Schofield H. L. (Scottie) Weiss
Gladys Wuerdeman
IN HONOR OF:
Hollyann Barry and The Girls in honor of Michael Abernathy
Larry Barton in honor of Aaron & Jenny Barton and Heather & Steve Anderson
Jon Benz in honor of Samson Benz
Kenzie Borgmann in honor of Fred & Suzette Albrecht
Patrick Callihan in honor of Mike Callihan
Donna Callis in honor of Joey Kapszukiewicz's birthday
Maaike Chertock in honor of Saskia Van Leersum
Mr. & Mrs. Philip Cohen in honor of their 17 yr. old son who loves animals
Carrie Cortolillo in honor of Bobbie White
Beverly Deiniger in honor of Sassy & Shelby Deininger
Steve & Susan Estep in honor of Jean McManus
Kent, Hannah & Elaine Frazier in honor of Susan Frazier & Bobby
Lynne & Jeffrey Hamner in honor of Dr. Keith Murrell & staff at Hopewell Animal Hospital
Christopher Hastings in honor of Karen Hastings
Chris & Barbara Hoffman in honor of Mike Callihan
The Hoffman Family in honor of Dr. Donna Carey & Staff
Barbara Furley in honor of Robert Faelten
Julie Gadzinski in honor of Meeko Blum
Paula Gough in honor of Chloe Callen
Tara Immele in honor of Angela King
Ben Intonato in honor of Sara Intonato
Marcy Johnson in memory of her beloved pet "Trinka"
Kerry Logan in honor of Larry & Sandy Hyer
Merrel & Jean Ludlow in honor of Mrs. Geri Hoskins
Ted Martin in honor of Susan Anderson Amy O'Rourke in honor of Mary Godschalk
Melody Romano in honor of Yu Z. Howe
Jean Sheafer in honor of Kenneth Howard
Allison Shipp in honor of Heather Ernst
Lauren Shipp in honor of Linda & Heather Ernst
Tara Smith in honor of Susan Marshall's birthday
Kathleen Stewart & Isabelle in honor of Kat McPeek and the Martin Pets
Beverly Thomas & Michael Ramundo in honor of "The Brunch Bunch"
Jessica Thompson in honor of Jack & Sharon Cartor
David & Denise Vance in honor of their last six pets adopted from the League
Ethan Wagner in honor of Heidi Leonard
Betsy & Alex Young in honor of Jean & Bob Woods
Sena Zerhusen in honor of Shon Meere
KEVIN URQUHART IN HONOR OF: Therese & Curtis Poland John, Heather & Lily Ruccio Mary Jo Ruccio Tom & Terri Williams
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MEMORIALS & OTHER GIFTS SINCE THE LAST ISSUE:
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OTHER GIFTS:
Carol Adams Diane Allex Richard & Tina Amwake Jean Anderson Animal Hospital of Delhi Hills
Anthem BCBS Cash Disbursements & Compliance Dept. Andrew & Renee Arken Darryl Arthur Laura Atkinson
Jeremy Ault Kenneth Ayer Matthew Ayer Peter & Ann Baer Patricia & Wayne Ballard
Wm. Ballinger William & Terry Bauer Judy Bean Joyce Beck Robert Becker
Patricia & Raymond Beckett Jon Benz Robert Bergholz C.W. & Laura Beringhaus
Charles & Patricia Betzing Leroy Bieber Steven & Kathy Biedenbach Carolyn Bingaman
Ray & Joyce Blersch Thomas & Margaret Blomer Andra Blomkalns Shannon Bodenstein
Perry Boone John & Mary Boyd Marlene Bradley Laurence Bramlage Thomas Braun Agnes Brockman
Gregg & Laura Bruns Nancy Buenemann Robert & Kara Bult Brian & Barbara Burnett
Linda Burton Busam Subaru Robert & Joan Bykofsky Angel & Jarod Cahall John & Judith Calhoun
Donna Cann Mari & Richard Cappel Robyn Carlson Julie Casey Shon Chaffee
Amanda Chalifoux Anne Chambers Nancy Chapel Michelle Clifford Diane Coil Angela Collins
Nancy Coomer Elmer Cornish Terrence Cosgrove Kathy Cramer Nancy Crane Carol & Howard Crowell
Clara Dantic & Madge Van Buskirk Nancy Darling Martin & Rebecca Davis Suzanne Dell Edward Denu
Paul & Gail Digeronimo Philip & Rebecca Dodge Regina Donohue Diane & John Douglass III
Patricia & James Durstock Andrew Dyko Cheryl Jane Eagleson Ann Early Jerome & Jean Eichert
Glenn & Carol Eilender Carolyn & John Eisen Elizabeth Engelhardt Kathryn Enos Dorothea & Raymond Ertel
Susan Estep Everett Family Robert Faelten Donna Fanta John & Joan Federika
Peggy Ferguson Yvonne Focke Brad Forsythe Allen & Anne Fritsch Matt Fuhr Susan Fullen
Bruce & Nancy Gack Mary Gaeke Al & Sarah Gaspari Marianne Gatewood
Laura & David Gerberick Franklin Gerson & C. Wishmann Patsy & Richard Gerstle
Jeanine Gillings Cindi & Charles Gilmore Mr. & Mrs. William Cleary Ronald & Marilyn Gloss
Elizabeth Goodwin Marilyn Gorman Alex & Amy Gray The Greater Cincinnati Foundation M.G. Gregory
Marla Gross Virginia Gruber Hairline 1 William Hard Elizabeth Harden Catherine Harris
Emma & Robert Hartkemeier Peter & Joann Hecktor Pamela Heizman D.W. Hengehold
Daniel Herbers & Sara Buzzannco Kendra Herdtner James & Katrina Hicks
Carol A. Hils Fund of The Greater Cincinnati Foundation James Hill Susan Hintelmann Carole & Erwin Hoinke
Lois Hollan Marcia & Richard Holmes Sandra Honsa-Schulz Sherry & John Hopper
Patricia Ann Horsley Darcy Horter Yu Howe Minnie Hughes Coulson
Ross Hughes Gregory & Denise Huhn Thomas & Anita Humphries Sue Hyde Ann Isolde
Jane & Ronald Jandacek Robert Janke Nicholas & Elsie Jochum Mary Johnson Carol & Richard Jones
Andrew & Elaine Kaplan Margaret Keefe Karol Kennedy Wendy & John Kennedy
Paul Kessel Shirley King Beverly Kirk Linda Kline Ralph & Judy Klohs
Daphne Knapp Kolesar Family Steven Kordis Melody Kozlok Sharlene & David Kreitzer
Timothy & Hilary Kremchek John Krieg Adam & Noah Kruetzkamp Betsy Krummel Kenneth & Kelli Lackman
Carrie Leary Linda Lehman William J. Leugers Jr. Alexande Liaugminas Allison Ligon Janis & Don Linville
Rich Linville Angela Lonsway-Cole Catherine & James Lungmus Gail Ann Madden Don Maggard
Jason & Holly Manning Rick Manoff Victoria Marsh David Mason James & Patricia Mason
Mary Morse Matthews H.R. & M.C. Mayer Linda McCart Patricia McGinley
George & Constance McIntyre Constance Megison Karen Mendenhall Dawn Messer Debra & Paul Meyer
Elmer H. Meyer Jr. Diane & Michael Mock Alana Moehlman Robert & Janet Moffitt
Sally M. Moffitt W. Faye & J.R. Morello Theodore & Miriam Morris Evangeline Morse Jean Moyer
Jeanne & Christopher Muia A.L. Mulvaney Sandra Murawski Michelle Murphy Nativity School/3rd graders
Teresa Nau Rosemary Neu Judy Nguyen Eric Niemeyer Lorinda Niemi Chuck & Sandi Norris
Hans Nuetzel Joseph & Sharon Obermeyer Michael O'Brien Carol Osterman Joanne & Paul Overman
Joseph Owens Nancy Owens Daniel & Connie Owings Bonnie Patterson Douglas & Theresa Paul
Elizabeth Ann Pedigo Ralph & Sally Peters Richard & Erica Plunk Anne Pohl Charlene Ponti
Anne & Thomas Potelicki Bonnie & Kevin Powell Kay Robson Preston Gale & Gary Proctor
Nicole Marie Pugliese J. Michael & Kimberly Rahe Narsin Rahman Thomas & Elinor Rambo
Linda Ranz June Raver Sherri Ray Allan & Bonnie Reeves Jade & Jasmine Rehberger
Helen Reitman Cheryl Reynolds Judy Risner Barbara Robb Stephen & Susan Rogers
Bob Rosenkrans Michael & Robyn Ross Laura Russell John & Jean Ryan Candice Salazar
Shannon Saldana Carol Scallan Sue Schellhous Myra Schiff Mary Schmeing Erlene Schubert
James & Jamie Schubert Michael & Marcia Schulte Maureen Serbu Carole Shafer Heather Shafer
Mary & Richard Sheer Charles & Betty Shelton Hugh Shipley Mary Jane Showers Gary & Mary Singer
Michael & Tammy Skaggs Teresa Slater/Neace Lukens Thressa Smith Sandra Smoot Solutions Unlimited
Cheryl Spinelli-Williams SS&G Financial Service, INC Gerald Stacey Laurel Staley
Michael Stefanics & Kay Hohner Daniel Stein Janet & Jimmy Stein Edward & Susan Steiner
Karen Stephens Lois & Thomas Stultz Martha Stunkel Robert Tamer Paula Conner Taylor
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MEMORIALS & OTHER GIFTS SINCE THE LAST ISSUE:
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If you are reading League Lines and you are
not a member of the League for Animal Welfare, please consider using the form on
the back page to join. Your dues help pay for the food, medical care and supplies for
our animals, as our shelter is solely sup-
ported by our members and private dona-tions. Members receive the newsletter 5-6
times per year and have the reassurance that they are helping animals in need. Our
membership list is confidential and will not be sold to other organizations or busi-
nesses. All donations are tax deductible.
Betty Tenbrink C.S. & W.H. Thaman Chris Thomas Joan Thomas
Barbara & Norman Thompson Michelle Thompson Carol Thress David & Lynn Toney
James & Susan Troutt Mr. & Mrs. Steven Valenti Virgie Vice Joseph & Janice Villari Heidi & Stephen Vitchner
Richard Vonbokern Sandra & Fred Wacksman Connie & Robert Wade Gisela Walberg Kathleen Walsh
Jamie & Gina Ward Bruce Walters William Ware Steve & Suellen Waxler Mark & Debbi Weatherman
Dennis & Robin Wehrmeyer Lydia Weiget Karen Weiland Rita Weisenberger Barbara Weishaar
H.L. "Scottie" Weiss Brian Wertheimer Courtney West Jeanne Weyers Alfred & Virginia White
Gloria & Myron White Jill White Jeannine Wichman Dawn Wilkinson Zona Wilkinson
Jerry & Wendi Williams Richard Williams Tyrone Williams Kathleen & David Wilson Sara Wilson
Robert & Jean Woods Loretta Workman Suzanne Marie Yorgovan Frances Yunker Mary Zander
MEMORIALS & OTHER GIFTS SINCE THE LAST ISSUE:
The League thanks its Corporate Sponsors:The League thanks its Corporate Sponsors:The League thanks its Corporate Sponsors:
● FLORENCE IMBUS
● PROFORMA ALBRECHT & CO.
● DIANE & DARELL FRANKLIN
Holiday Party Recap 2010 2010 has come and gone
and we once again cele-
brated the end of the year
with a wonderful and fun
Holiday Party. Many
thanks go to all of the vol-
unteers that helped make
the party a success. Amy
Hoh from Circle Tail edu-
cated us about Circle Tail
and entertained us with
stories about her life with
her service dog Cor-
tez. Guests also enjoyed
music from Generation
Gap, especially their spe-
cial performance dedicated
to our LFAW resi-
dents. Speaking of the
LFAW residents, almost
all of the animals who put
on their party clothes and
were guests at the holiday
h a v e s i n c e b e e n
adopted: Detour, Batman,
Robin, Odel, Muddle, Lady,
and Okalani. If you
have any suggestions for
the 2011 Holiday Party
please contact Tracy
O ' C o n n o r a t
[email protected] or 513-
910-9649. Also, please
contact Tracy if you have
any interest on being on
the 2011 Holiday Party
Planning Committee.
Congratulations to our
money raffle winners:
1st Prize - Denise Vance
2nd Prize - Mary Gaeke
3rd Prize - Sandra Mu-
rawski.
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Holiday Party Donors Anderson Cosmetic
United Pet Group
Face, Body and Soul
Cincinnati Family Magazine
Procter and Gamble
United Pet Group
Great Scott Restaurant
Cincinnati Bengals
Cincinnati Reds
Panera
El Coyote
Quaker Steak and Lube
Smokey Bones
Chick-Fil-A
Outback Steakhouse
Texas Roadhouse
First Watch
Jeff' Ruby's Steakhouse
Bruce and Nancy Gack
Lori Wilson - Peppermint
Park
Liz Smith
Catherine Moseley, CPA
Mike Callahan
Mary Ellen Rumola - Lia
Sophia Jewelry
Rosemary Federle
Pat Englehardt
Dick and Patty Gerstle
Lorrie Platt
Urban Chick
Cincinnati Nature Center
Xavier University
Cincinnati Bearcats
Pet Suite's
Sam's Club - Eastgate
Tracy O'Connor
Nancy Willis
Karen Freedman
Sandy Honsa-Schulz
Confetti Cats
Lady Victory Fitness
Oasis Country Club
Holly Calhoun - Premier
Jewelry
We need a new member for the Volunteer Committee. The Volunteer Committee’s role is to
identify and engage new volunteers, assure that volunteers are channeled into activities that
match their talents and desired contribution levels and continually recognize, motivate and
involve new and existing Volunteers. The Committee will set the vision and strategy for the
Volunteer Program, involve Non-Committee members in planning activities and programs to
implement the strategies and continually champion League For Animal Welfare volunteerism
internally and externally. If you are interested in becoming a member of the Volunteer Com-
mittee, please contact Jennifer McKee at [email protected]. We will be meeting as needed
which will probably be every other month or every couple of months.
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The League thanks its young friends
Craig Dannemiller of Mrs. Saf-
fer's 3rd Grade class from St.
Andrews - St. Elizabeth Ann
Seton delivers homemade treat
bags and supplies for the
LFAW.
Lydia Weigel,
who brought gifts
for her 16th birthday!
Allie Fermann, who is responsi-
ble for naming Spongebob.
(Shhhh . . . He doesn’t know—
see page 6!)
Kylie O’Connor was the subject of a WLWT feature on people ―Making a Difference‖ in
the Greater Cincinnati area. The feature focused on Kylie’s volunteering at the shelter.
It aired on Channel Five news in late January. Kylie is a second grader and the daughter
of Tracy and Michael O’Connor. Tracy is a member of the League’s Board of Directors.
The feature has resulted in at least one generous donation to the League. After the fea-
ture aired, Batavia Township Administrator, Rex Parsons, contacted the League. He in-
vited the O’Connors to attend a Township Trustee meeting. At the meeting held on
February 1, Rex showed the video clip. Then the Township Trustees – Jennifer Haley,
Bill Dowdney, James G. Sauls, Jr., and Lee Cornett – complimented Kylie on her volun-
teering and presented her with a framed certificate. Congratulations Kylie!
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Here are some League alumni and their adoptive families sharing some family portraits:
If you have an alumni photo for us to publish in League Lines,
please e-mail it to [email protected]. To see additional alumni photos,
visit our Facebook group.
I adopted a LFAW cat in September named Waldo.
He seemed like such a ―Waldo‖ that I kept that name
for him. I came in looking for a very active cat as I
work from home and can provide a great deal of at-
tention. I got an active cat indeed! He is into every-
thing and is a bundle of energy. He makes me laugh
every day! The best perk is that he plays fetch like a
dog. The downside is that he never wears out! He
and my older cat have become quite good buddies,
except when he tries to take a piggyback ride on her!
Thank you for the work you do and the love and
smiles you bring to so many, human and furry alike!
-Melinda Hathaway
We adopted Barker from your shelter in the beginning of 2009 and
have enjoyed him ever since. We just wanted to send an update on
Barker and some pictures. Barks is doing great and loves his trips to
the farm and out on the boat. Hope all is well there and that every-
one has a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Thanks,
Shane and Kristin Metz
Dear LFAW Friends;
The holidays are always a time for us to be especially thankful for
our cat, 'Manitoulin' (adopted from LFAW as 'Island' on August 24,
2008). Mani's an important part of our lives and participates in
almost everything around the house with good humor and enthu-
siasm. He can turn routine tasks like making a bed, sorting laundry
or wrapping a package into a fun play experience. Below are pho-
tos showing a typical day in Mani's life. He's the best! Thanks for
all the good work you do bringing pets and their human compan-
ions together.
-Joe & Sharon Obermeyer
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Here are some more League alumni and their adoptive families sharing some family portraits:
Hello. I hope everyone had a happy holiday! Attached are a few pics of our
babies Otys and Kyla opening their presents on Christmas Eve and their
stockings on Christmas morning. They got more presents than the kids
did!
LOL, Robyn
―Hi, this is Karen Harrison, Terry’s mom. Here is a pic of
Suzie and Rowdy relaxing on the couch.‖
Happy New Year greetings from all of
us to you! Here is my big Poula as he
is affectionately called, posing in front
of the hall door. Blue is his favorite
color. He was adopted into our fam-
ily almost eight years ago, in 2003. He
is a big boy and we enjoy him and his
antics very much.
Best regards, Susan Muije
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Volunteer Spotlight: Kim Schanz
Raise funds for the League by GoodSearching
My name is Kim Schanz and I have been volunteering with the League for Animal
Welfare since September, 2008. I became aware of the League when a friend invited
me to the League’s annual picnic. My friend had such good things to say about the
League that I couldn’t wait to start volunteering. Soon after the picnic, I attended a
volunteer orientation and started working with the cats. It has been such a great
experience getting to know the cats. In fact, I haven’t stopped thinking and talking
about the cats that were at the shelter when I first started volunteering. I enjoy get-
ting to know other volunteers and the staff at the shelter, and helping with chores,
such as folding the laundry, which can pile up fast.
I was born and grew up in Amelia, OH. In 2001, I moved to Williamsburg, OH and
graduated from Williamsburg High School in 2006. I have a brother and sister that
live in Cincinnati and a recently married brother that lives in Columbus.
Some of my favorite things to do are cook and play with my two dogs, Lady, a nine
year old Golden Retriever/ Yellow Lab mix, and Bucky, a three year old Golden Re-
triever. I also enjoy my three cats at home – Frasier, 8; Sadie, 6 and Autumn, 2.
One of my favorite cats at the shelter is Gray Lady. She is a beautiful cat that lost
her home when her owner lost her job. She was expecting kittens when she arrived
at the shelter. They have all been adopted, but she is still waiting for a home. She
had lived in a home with a dog and a child and her owner said she did well. She
would probably prefer being an only cat, though, or live with just one other cat. She
likes to sit quietly on my lap and be petted, but she can be very playful, too. I en-
courage people to stop by the shelter and meet this sweet girl.
The League can earn a donation every time you search the Inter-
net and shop online. Search the web with Yahoo-powered Good-
Search.com and they’ll donate about a penny to our cause each
time you search!
Shop at more than 1,300 GoodShop.com merchants including
Amazon, Best Buy, Toys R Us, and others, and a percentage of
each purchase will go to the League! Visit http://
www.goodsearch.com today to learn more.
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Volunteer Spotlight: Pat Engelhardt
Transport to the UCAN Spay/Neuter Clinic from the League is available the
second Wednesday of every month. Spread the word about this low-cost spay/
neuter option, because it is available to everyone who has a cat or dog that
needs to be spayed or neutered. A limited number of vouchers are provided to
offset surgery cost. Call (513) 735-2299 to schedule an appointment or for
more information.
Hi. I’m Pat Engelhardt and I’ve been a volunteer at the shel-
ter for almost three years. In October, 2007 our almost 16
year old Scottie passed away. Being empty-nesters, Dave
and I decided not to get another dog but to have the oppor-
tunity to enjoy our grand-dogs at the house occasion-
ally. That was fine for a few months, until I felt the need for
a dog fix more often. A friend who volunteers with the cats
told me that the shelter always needs dog walkers, so I came
out for the orientations, started walking dogs and I love
it! Walking dogs is therapeutic. They’re always happy to
see you. They listen and don’t judge you.
In addition to walking the dogs, I help teach the dog training
orientations and I help out at van events. The van events
are a great way to help make the public aware of us, to
show off some of our cats and dogs, to educate people
about shelters and rescue groups, and to encourage spay/
neuter and adoptions.
My current favorite dog is Bubba J. He came to us as a stray
when he was about one year old. He’s learned a bit of obe-
dience since he’s been with us, like chewing on a toy instead
of your arm. He can sit when told to and comes when
called. He loves squeaky toys! He squeaks them con-
stantly. Out in the play yard I like to sit on the (dry) ground
while he runs around the yard, plays with his toy, then
comes to me for tummy rubs. In the adoption room he
likes to get out every toy in the bin, hop up on the futon and
chew while getting more tummy rubs. He always looks like
he’s smiling and he’s a happy boy. He would fit in well with
a family.
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Hi, Crisco here. You might remember me from Room 7,
but now I hang up front and they call me an ―office
cat.‖ Cool, huh? I was abandoned in someone’s yard, but
luckily ended up at the League. I love being at the League
because I am showered with attention and affection from
everyone who comes into the shelter, but I am yearning for
a permanent home. I am very affectionate and really play-
ful. I will sit in your lap purring incessantly while you pet
me. I will also roll around on the ground near your feet to
get your attention. I love chasing anything and am a very
curious kitty. I particularly love the laser light toy. I could
chase the light for hours on end! I’m really laid back and
easy going. As long as I get affection, food, and my beauty
sleep, I will be very happy! I don’t even mind being picked up. And, I want to look as handsome as possible
so I will let you trim my nails and groom me. I also love to sleep, so feel free to cuddle me when I’m sleep-
ing next to you or anytime really -- as long as I get attention, that’s fine with me. So if you would like a new
friend, please adopt me and I will be your best friend forever!
Hillary is in her third year of being an Office Cat.
She is easy to overlook due to her shyness and ten-
dency to hide when strangers enter the office. After
hours, she can be seen frequenting her favorite
sleeping spots. She isn’t too shy to ask for treats
with a delicate meow and if approached slowly, she
will stay in place and enjoy receiving attention.
Hillary will need a quiet home and a patient owner
so she can blossom as a pet. She is approximately
four years old and has good Office Cat manners,
never once trying to dash out of an open door.
Hillary would enjoy a home with cats that are simi-
larly docile, and she is excellent at evading dogs and
toddlers.
Meet the Office Cats
We are still looking for two or three people for the Web Committee. The objective of
the Web Committee is to evaluate the League's internet service provider(s), website, and
social networking sites (such as Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube) and implement improve-
ments that utilize available technologies efficiently while providing a consistent mes-
sage. Also, the committee will be responsible for maintaining the website and social net-
working sites. Members must have web design knowledge and experience (such as HTML,
Java, Flash, etc) and/or be familiar with social networking sites. If you are interested or
have questions about becoming a member of the Web Committee, please email your tech-
nical background to [email protected].
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Publication title: LEAGUE LINES
Statement of frequency: 5—6 times a year
Publication editor: Angela Malik
Authorized organization’s name & address: League for
Animal Welfare
4193 Taylor Road
Batavia, OH
45103
Mission statement: The League for Animal Welfare is a voluntary,
no-kill, non-profit organization, dedicated to bettering the lives of
companion animals in the Greater Cincinnati area, by providing shel-
ter, adoption, public education and spay/neuter programs.
Board of Directors: Bob Faelten President
Bruce Gack Vice President
Chris White Treasurer
Diann Cox Secretary
Toni Roach Joyce Blersch
Mike Weber Lindsey Pertuset
Gina Settle Tracy O’Connor
Did you know that you can make donations using your credit card on our website, www.lfaw.org? You can direct your donation toward a spe-cific fund, such as the My Last Hope program, and set up a recurring donation as well.
The Kroger Neighborhood Rewards Pro-
gram gives you a simple way to help the
League by doing something you already
do—buying groceries and gasoline! The
cards also make great gifts.
The card is accepted in all Kroger affili-
ated stores and fuel centers throughout
the U.S. and comes pre-loaded with $2
(which is your cost to purchase one.)
You then reload the card at Kroger be-
fore your purchases are scanned. The
reload can be any amount up to $250.
You may pay for your reloaded card with
c a s h , c h e c k o r a m a j o r
credit card. The balance on your card
will show at the bottom of your receipt.
As you shop and use your card for pay-
ment, the League receives a percentage
of what you spend. The more you re-
load . . . the more you help the animals!
You can reload your card at any time,
but the cards do expire if they are inac-
tive for 90 days.
To purchase a Kroger Rewards gift card,
stop by the League any time during open
hours or mail $2 with your address and a
note that you would like to purchase a
Kroger card to:
LFAW Kroger Rewards Card
4193 Taylor Road
Batavia, OH 45103
Kroger Neighborhood Rewards Program Continues
With the high cost of mailing and postage
(not to mention the lengthy delays in-
volved) and the desire to do our part to
conserve natural resources, the League
for Animal Welfare offers its members
the option of receiving League Lines via
email. Members can sign up for the e-
newsletter by sending an email to
[email protected]. Please indicate your mail-
ing address so we can be sure we’re
marking the right record to stop future
mailings.
The e-newsletter will arrive as a link to a
large, full color Adobe PDF file minutes
after being sent for printing. Recipients
of the e-newsletter receive their news-
letter at least one month before the print
version arrives in mailboxes. We hope
that our members will take advantage of
the e-newsletter and help us save money
and resources.
Electronic Newsletter Delivery Encouraged
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by Cards for Causes on
Monday, January 24, 2011
at 6:19pm:
We visited the League for
Animal Welfare this week
to give them our donation
check for our Facebook
promotion which ended
on 12/13/10.
Jennifer gave us a tour of
their facility and we met
many of the dedicated
volunteers that work
there caring for the dogs
and cats as well as work-
ing with families who
hope to adopt a pet. We
were happy to present
them with a check for the
equivalent of 220 meals in
appreciation of our cus-
tomers coming to our
Facebook page and hitting
the "Like" button.
I hope that all of you that
are pet owners take the
opportunity to seek out a
'No Kill" Shelter in your
community and support
them with a donation or
with your time as a volun-
teer.
Cards for Causes Makes Donation to Local No-Kill Shelter
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Courtney Kramer
brought 16 cats to our
January UCAN
transport
February is National Spay/Neuter Month
United Coalition for Animals
(UCAN) is a 501(c)(3) non-
profit organization founded in
2001 for the purpose of provid-
ing low-cost spay/neuter ser-
vices for 15 counties in the
Greater Cincinnati Area. An
estimated four million cats and
dogs are euthanized in shelters
each year-33,000 of them in the
greater Cincinnati area. Over-
population is a major problem
and spay/neuter services is one
answer. UCAN's emphasis is on
helping individuals,
families, groups,
area shelters, res-
cue groups and
others with lim-
ited funds for re-
sponsible pet care.
UCAN opened its spay/neuter
clinic in April, 2007. Since the
opening date, UCAN has pro-
vided over 25,000 spay/neuter
surgeries.
The spay /neuter t rans-
port program at the League for
Animal Welfare had over 1,000
spay/neuters in 2010.
The spay/neuter transport com-
mittee needs more volunteers
to help get clients and their
pets checked in on drop-off
days and reunited on pickup
days. We also need a volunteer
to help make the reminder pre-
op phone calls the weekend
before. If you are interested in
helping with this great cause,
call Carrie Leary at 513-673-
5080 or email her at no-
The January transport
was a great success
when 31 of the 35
s chedu l ed an ima l s
showed, even in inclem-
ent weather. Courtney
Kramer brought all 16 of
her cats: Tonks, Lily,
Wesley 1, Wesley 2,
Padfoot, Prongs, Crook-
shanks, Belle, Goose,
Whiskey, Bourbon,
Backie, Maverick, Ice,
Cruella and Patches. Melissa
Humphries brought eight cats.
Melissa
Humphries
brought eight
cats to the
January UCAN
transport
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4193 Taylor Road
Batavia, Ohio 45103
Phone: 513-735-2299
Fax: 513-735-0474
E-mail: [email protected]
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