PawPrints Magazine: Spring 2017

SPRING 2017

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Published For Friends of the Arizona Humane Society

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Abused Puppy Reunited with Heroic Rescuer

Every pet deserves a good life. This passionate belief has driven the Arizona

Ask Eddison What is Second Chance Animal Trauma Hospital™?

Animal Cops Phoenix Tune In Sunday Mornings on Animal Planet Second Chance Animal Trauma Hospital Through the Eyes of a Vet

Humane Society (AHS) to serve a critical role in our community for nearly 60 years.

We rescue, heal, adopt and advocate for homeless, sick, injured and abused animals.

Through collaborative partnerships, affordable community services, emergency rescue and our medical trauma center, we are committed to providing second chances and saving the lives of animals.

Excellent Experience Every Time

Valley Fever Research

Online Foster Orientation

Why I Give

Dr. Steven R. Hansen President & CEO

Bringing Animal Adventures to School Classrooms Promoting Spay/Neuter…With Pet Condoms

New Mesa Thrift Store

L O C AT I O N S & S E R V I C E S NINA MASON PULLIAM CAMPUS FOR COMPASSION

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PETIQUE AT BILTMORE FASHION PARK Adoptions · Retail

2017 AHS BOARD OF DIRECTORS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Suzanne Pearl, Chair Andrea Marconi, Vice Chair Bryan Albue, Vice Chair Kerry Milligan, Secretary Matthew Waller, Treasurer Ann Damiano, Past Chair Susie Ingold, Governance and Board Relations Committee Chair Melinda Gulick, Facility Development Committee Chair BOARD MEMBERS Anthony Alfonso Katherine Cecala Deborah J. DePaoli Mary Frances Ewing Tracey Lyons Kimberlee Reimann Padilla Ann Siner Patricia Tate Dr. Craig Thatcher Ron Wilson

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Abused Puppy from Horrific Cruelty Case

Reunited with Good Samaritan Every year, there are a handful of rescues that capture the heart of our community. Raine’s story is one of them.

This adorable puppy spent his first few months suffering through a life of abuse and cruelty, as he was nearly beaten to death with a metal pipe.

After spending weeks searching for the source of heartbreaking howls and cries, a brave Good Samaritan alerted the Tempe Police Department to Raine’s situation. The 4-month-old Golden Retriever, along with two cats found in the same home, also suffering from medical conditions, were rescued by law enforcement and transferred to AHS’ Second Chance Animal Trauma Hospital™.

Our medical team determined that one cat was suffering from a severely painful mouth, while the other had a ruptured eye that sadly needed to be surgically removed. One of AHS’ longtime rescue partners, Rescuing Animals in Need (RAIN), eventually took

both cats into their care, and we are extremely grateful for their support and partnership.

Raine had soft tissue swelling, bruising and lacerations from the trauma, but thankfully there was no significant skull damage.

After spending several weeks recovering in the care of one of our compassionate foster heroes, the playful pup was ready for a permanent home. This time, with another hero – the Good Samari-

tan who helped rescue him and save his life.

The suspect in this case was arrested and charged with two counts of animal cruelty, including one felony count. And while the legal process can be lengthy, the Good Samaritan in this case was instrumental in obtaining video/ audio footage that we hope will result in a felony conviction.

This story of survival is a reminder of how you are helping to save lives. Your support makes it possible for our medical team, staff and volunteers to provide Raine, the two cats and thousands of other animals just like them with a second chance at happiness.

Also, remember, if you see or hear something, please speak up and report animal abuse. They depend on us, and we depend on the community to help be their voice.

If you see signs of animal cruelty, call 911 or AHS’ emergency field dispatch line at 602.997.7585 ext. 2073.

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Eddison

Ask Eddison Eddison is one of our animal ambassadors who interact with children at camps, workshops, birthday parties and in classrooms.

By directly observing live animals, students begin to create a living relationship and develop compassion for animals of all species. In each issue of Paw Prints, Eddison answers a question we receive from our supporters.

Question: What is AHS’ Second Chance Animal Trauma Hospital™?

Eddison: Our Second Chance Animal Trauma Hospital™ is the largest shelter-based trauma facility for homeless animals in the Southwest. Featuring state-of-the-art equipment, and led by a highly-

skilled medical team who can treat the most severe medical conditions, our trauma hospital cares for sick, injured and abused homeless animals who have nowhere else to turn, even animals who are considered “untreatable” by other shelters. Today, close to 9,000 pets receive treatment in our trauma hospital.

That’s more than half the pets who come through our doors!

Thank you for making it all possible. It’s only with your support that we can provide critical care for so many injured and abused pets and save more lives than ever before.

TIPS FROM THE TRAINER Danae Smith, Lead Dog Training Instructor at the Arizona Humane Society, explains how to teach your dog how to come when called.

To teach ‘come when called,’ start by pairing it with your dog’s favorite activities, such as eating and chasing things. Practice in your backyard. Say your cue, “come” and run with your dog a few steps, then give them a treat. After a few times repeating this activity, try to stretch out the distance by letting your dog forget and go off to explore, then call him while running backwards so you’re still playing the chase game. Practice with a long leash at your front door so that your dog will be well

rehearsed if you ever need it. This is also a great outlet for expending your dog’s energy!

Dealing with pet behavior issues or just want to teach your pup the basics? AHS offers dog training courses and private training lessons, taught by certified trainers, that can help turn your pet into the best behaved dog on the block.

Sign your best friend up today at azhumane.org/dogtraining.

Danae Smith, Certified Professional Dog Trainer and AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, has 10 years of training experience. She shares her home with three mixed breed rescue dogs, two cats and a small parrot who all think she’s great.

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L O V E AT F I R S T S I G H T Scrappy came to the Arizona Humane Society after she was seriously injured by a car and sadly had to have her leg amputated in our Second Chance Animal Trauma Hospital™. Now, Scrappy gets along just fine on three paws in her new home.

It’s because of you that Scrappy was given a second chance at life, and her new mom, Tricia, explains how this sweet Terrier Mix has stolen her family’s hearts.

Scrappy was destined to be a part of our family. We had adopted our first dog, Gumby, from the Arizona Humane Society a few months before my husband, Anthony, spotted Scrappy on the AHS website.

When we saw her photo, we knew that we just had to meet her.

What we did not realize right away when looking at her photo was that she was missing her right front leg. Unfortunately, Scrappy had been through the trauma of being hit by a car and had spent two weeks in the hospital before the decision was made to amputate. We met our darling girl two days post-op, but we can honestly say that she picked us to be her forever parents.

Though it took a bit of time for adjustment, we are happy to report that Scrappy is happy, healthy and in a loving home!

We are so grateful to the Arizona Humane Society for taking such good care of her. Scrappy has made our ‘furmily’ truly complete.

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Richard Fisher, DVM

THROUGH THE EYES OF A VET Dr. Richard Fisher served the Arizona Humane Society community for more than 10 years working as a surgeon in our Second Chance Animal Trauma Hospital™ and as a high-volume spay/neuter veterinarian on AHS’ mobile clinic. Dr. Fisher has not only assisted communities across Maricopa County, including Native American communities, but has also traveled the world assisting pets and their owners in underserved areas, and aiding in disaster relief efforts. We are fortunate to have Dr. Fisher’s expertise as a relief vet in our trauma hospital from time to time, yet his time away has allowed him the opportunity to reflect on how unique AHS’ Second Chance Animal Trauma Hospital truly is.

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Thank you, Second Chance Animal Trauma Hospital

BY R I C H A R D F I S H E R , DV M His back legs are broken, his beady black eyes never leave the veterinarian’s face, and his tail thumps her ribs. He curls in her arms, every puny ounce pleading for help. It is another day at the Arizona Humane Society’s Second Chance Animal Trauma Hospital. AHS’ Emergency Animal Medical Technicians (EAMTs)™ are unloading casualties from their ambulance.

A Basset hound: stable but confused, dripping blood from bite wounds.

A grey cat: dying as she is rushed in.

And Beemer, the Corgi/ Chihuahua with a fractured leg, is watching the vet. She reviews the radiographs of Beemer’s shattered hind quarters. I am an observer, caught in the urgency of all this suffering. I sense medicine, logistics, a reckoning of odds, and hope swirling through the vet’s mind. She is a shelter veterinarian: of rare skill and compassion. She is also a

weathered veteran of hard-won experiences. She is a doctor of animals who every single day provides second chances, moving through injured life with grace and courage. And now, Beemer’s tiny, wet, trusting tongue is licking her hand.

In the years since AHS opened the trauma hospital, skilled veterinarians have worked to build the program, guiding it through growing pains, through computerization and digital radiography. By now, hundreds of thousands of cats, dogs and critters have moved through the trauma hospital, including Beemer.

Beemer is my dog, but that wasn’t always the case. He was an injured stray. Yet on that night, after his surgery, he came home with me. Steel implants were embedded in both legs and he carried a steel and epoxy fixator on one femur. He looked so alone and overwhelmed.

This domestic arrangement began as a simple foster job, but after the first day, I confessed absolute failure as a foster. I wanted to keep him forever.

His spirit uplifted mine. His perplexing adoration of me snagged at my heart. I chuckled at his determination to boss around Una and Kali, my dogs, and Jet, my cat. After he healed, his daredevil attempts to launch his full 12 pounds onto a Javelina excited my admiration, although I questioned his judgement.

Swiftly, he took on the duty of protecting me. To save me (in his mind), he slipped out of his

Beemer harness and came to grips with a coyote. When I staggered up, both were snarling, whirling and snapping. The coyote looked confused and discouraged.

Beemer looked proud.

Now, like thousands of other formerly homeless animals and trauma patients, Beemer is a member of my family. We hike, explore and kayak. We gaze at the stars. He lays in my lap as I read. He supervises my horse work. He protects me.

For me, living without him would be, in one word, bleak.

Thanks to your support and AHS’ commitment to providing lifesaving care to sick, injured and abused animals in the Valley of the Sun, I have Beemer.

Every day spent with Beemer is pure joy. Laugh with him, and me. Celebrate his life.

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Excellent Experience Every Time Each animal that comes through our doors has a unique story. The puppy who is fighting for his life in our Parvo Puppy ICU has a different set of needs than the healthy 5-year-old dog searching for her new home after her owner could no longer care for her. And the cat who was rescued from abuse and neglect by our Emergency Animal Medical Technicians™ may see the world differently than the feisty, playful kitten growing up in our Kitten Nursery ICU. No matter the situation, we are committed to making every interaction, every day, as positive as it can be for pets on the road to their new life. This requires a thoughtful approach that focuses on six key pillars of positive interaction designed to provide an excellent experience every time.

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S O W H AT D O E S “ E X C E L L E N T E X P E R I E N C E EVERY TIME” MEAN? For dogs, it’s a strong focus on in- and out-of-kennel enrichment activities, such as providing frozen treats, kongs, puzzle toys and playdates with other dogs, to stimulate their minds and offer new experiences each day.

Additionally, we’re utilizing calming sprays and behavior modification techniques with treats to reduce barking and stress, improving the kennel environment.

For cats, we’re also increasing mental stimulation opportunities and providing social interaction through interactive toys, puzzle feeders, cat scratchers and meet-and-greet rooms, and have even installed TVs near cat kennels to provide visual and auditory stimulation.

Our felines are also enjoying significant upgrades to their living quarters. Portals have been installed in cat kennels, doubling space and giving cats the ability to rest away from where they eliminate, which reduces stress and cases of URI. Raised beds, yoga mats, kittie cozies and hiding boxes provide comfort, choice and a sense of security.

To help reduce anxiety, we’ve implemented low-stress handling techniques, sprays, diffusers and new protocols to limit our cats’ exposure to the sights and smells of dogs.

“When you optimize your animals’ experience each and every time, you make the greatest impact in saving lives.”

It all adds up to happier, healthier pets and more lives saved. And it wouldn’t be possible without your ongoing support.

“Providing an excellent customer experience is a key goal of any business or organization, and at a shelter, animals are our most critical customers,” said Debbie McKnight, AHS’ Director of Animal Experience.

“When you optimize your animals’ experience each and every time, you make the greatest impact in saving lives.”

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M I DW E S T E R N STUDENTS TO T R A I N AT A H S

I N N OVAT I V E PA R T N E R S H I P T O A DVA N C E P E T H E A LT H We are thrilled to announce that AHS and the Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen), a world leader in disease research, have forged a partnership to help advance pet health. The TGen study, called Valley Fever P.A.W.S. (Prevention, Awareness, Working for Solutions), seeks new treatments for dogs with Valley Fever, a dust-born disease that is endemic in the deserts of central and southern Arizona.

“The Arizona Humane Society and our medical teams are thrilled to partner with TGen, whose cutting-edge, diagnostic research has the potential to help both pets and people living with Valley Fever,” said Dr. Steven Hansen, President and CEO of the Arizona Humane Society.

“In our commitment to serving the Valley’s ill and injured homeless pets, we strive to find innovative ways to save more pets and advance their quality of life, and we are eager to collaborate with TGen on tackling Valley Fever, starting right here in Arizona.”

TGen plans to examine the DNA from the saliva of many dogs of different breeds, both with and without Valley Fever. TGen scientists hope to discover the molecular underpinnings of Valley Fever and how to produce better treatments for this disease, which infects an estimated 150,000 people, mostly in Arizona, each year.

Pet parents who are interested in registering their dogs can do so on TGen’s Valley Fever P.A.W.S. webpage: tgen.org/vfpaws. Owners of registered dogs could be contacted to provide a saliva sample that would be used in TGen research.

The Arizona Humane Society is excited to be partnering with the Shelter Medicine program at Midwestern University to provide on-site training for fourth-year students.

Midwestern students will be assisting AHS staff in our in Second Chance Animal Trauma Hospital™, Shelter Surgery and Behavior departments, as well as spending time with our Emergency Animal Medical Technicians™. This continues a collaborative partnership between AHS and Midwestern, which offers educational and service opportunities for veterinary students while providing additional resources to help treat and care for more homeless pets in our community.

WE’RE ALL EARS

Questions? Comments? Have a story you want to share? Our pets would love to hear from you! Email us at giving@azhumane.org.

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Lucy and her puppies

AHS Launches Innovative Online Foster Training Saving lives has never been so convenient! The Arizona Humane Society recently launched an innovative online foster orientation that allows animal-lovers like you to learn the ins and outs of fostering for AHS at a time and place that is convenient for your schedule. There is even a specialized training module for those interested in fostering bottle baby kittens.

fortable space to deliver her five puppies,” Dr. Hansen said. “Many people have asked me why we chose to foster Lucy. Quite simply, we believed it was the right thing to do. We felt Lucy would be a good fit with our pets at home and we were confident our family could play an important role in fulfilling AHS’ belief that every pet deserves a good life.”

Fostering is a critical component to AHS’ lifesaving efforts, and AHS President and CEO Dr. Steven Hansen recently got in on the act.

Join our foster hero force today and help more pets like Lucy who need time away from the shelter while they heal from injury or illness.

“Recently, my family opened our home to a pregnant Cairn Terrier named Lucy so she could have a com-

Sign up for our online orientation today at azhumane.org/foster and take your first step towards helping some of our furry friends in need.

FOSTER HERO PROFILE: HELEN BELL Helen Bell has been an Arizona Humane Society volunteer since Summer 2015, after watching Pets on Parade for most of her life. Moved by all that AHS has done to save the lives of animals in need, Helen joined both our foster hero team and our Bottle Baby ICU team. Helen has made a difference in hundreds of animals, whether two-day-old kittens she feeds in the ICU or orphaned kittens she fosters at home for the first several weeks of their lives. Helen, who also fosters dogs with orthopedic issues, such as broken legs, loves to get the word out to potential volunteers. What does she say? “Come volunteer with me! They are so many opportunities to try out…There is a place for you!”

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P U L L I A M T R U S T, A H S T E A M T O H E L P P E T OW N E R S I N N E E D The Arizona Humane Society is pleased to announce that it has received an $85,500 grant from the Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust.

The grant will allow AHS to further expand its Pet Resource Center’s general call capacity in an effort to provide increased support and assistance to pet owners in need. To date, the Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust has funded $335,500 towards the Pet Resource Center.

Thank you Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust!

A N I M A L FA R M P L AY YA R D H E L P S KEEP OUR DOGS COOL Thanks to generous support from Animal Farm Foundation, AHS is hard at work renovating its play yards to provide shade and misters to benefit shelter dogs. Given the extreme heat we face each year in Phoenix, these renovations will allow our shelter dogs to participate in play groups with ample shade and a way to cool off. Thank you Animal Farm Foundation!

ARIZONA COMMUNITY F O U N DAT I O N OFFERS SUPPORT TO LOW - I N C O M E P E T OW N E R S Thank you to the Arizona Community Foundation for continued support of AHS’ Veterinary Assistance program at its Margaret McAllister Brock Veterinary Clinic. This program will help to provide subsidized veterinary care to more than 150 ill or injured pets that belong to low-income pet owners, helping to keep pets in homes and out of shelters.

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WHY I GIVE “Our family has always included both two and four-legged members. My husband Mike and I, and kids Chris and Lori, have fun and heartwarming memories of many sweet dogs and cats: Candy, Patches, Willie, and now our sweet old girl, Sadie. Love and respect for animals is a deep-seeded family value, along with a commitment to strengthening our community.

Through the years, Mike and I have invested in solutions for ending homelessness, programs to ensure a good education is available to all, and improving the Maryvale community where we grew up. And of course, we’ve invested our time, our hearts, and our dollars in the critical transformation of animal welfare in Arizona that AHS is leading. We believe in Dr. Hansen’s vision and we are thrilled with the incredible change we’ve seen in just four short years. We are confident that, through Dr. Hansen’s initiatives and with his guidance, we will be able to end the suffering of the homeless pets on our streets and in shelters.

Our children, Lori and Chris, have embraced the same legacy with open arms. Chris instituted the Sunstate Foundation as part of his role as CEO, and recently awarded a grant to AHS to support lifesaving work in AHS’ Parvo Puppy ICU. Lori’s warm and generous heart has led her to volunteer for Liberty Wildlife, an organization that nurses sick and injured wild birds back to health. Lori has also fostered kitties through AHS until they were ready for adoption into their forever families. Turns out hers was one of those “forever families”! Whether investing your time, talent or dollars, AHS is a wonderful and wise investment in our community. I often reflect on one of my favorite quotes when thinking of AHS, ‘The greatness of a nation can be judged by the way its animals are treated,’ - Mahatma Gandhi.”

Mike Watts with Sadie

–Cindy Watts AHS President’s Advisory Council Former AHS Board of Directors

President’s Club TA K E Y O U R L O V E O F A N I M A L S TO TH E NEXT LEVEL.

Continuing Care P R O G R A M

TURNS GOODBYES I NTO H EL LOS

He loved his life with you. We’ll find him a new life to love after you.

Visit azhumane.org/continuingcare to learn how you can plan for you pet after you’re gone.

When you join the President’s Club, you will be a part of our community’s most forward thinking, dedicated and steadfast animal advocates.

Visit azhumane.org/presidentsclub to learn how you can help.

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BRINGING ANIMAL A DV E N T U R E S TO S C H O O L CLASSROOMS The Arizona Humane Society is bringing animal adventures to school children all over the Valley with our exciting Compassion in the Classroom programs. Our animal-packed assemblies, classroom visits and fieldtrips teach children the importance of care and compassion towards animals, while providing them with STEM focused, hands-on learning experiences. Our programs meet Arizona’s K-12 Academic Standards and are fully customizable to fit each school’s curriculum. Thanks to Fiesta Bowl Charities and Cardinals Charities, AHS is able to provide these programs at no cost to Title 1 schools in Maricopa County in 2017. Contact education@azhumane.org to bring Compassion in the Classroom to a school near you!

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A H S P R O M O T E S S PAY/ N E U T E R …W I T H PET CONDOMS Pet condoms are clever, and impossible.

This, we know. But we need you to know that the best way to save lives is to spay and neuter your pet. The Arizona Humane Society is partnering with Fix.Adopt.

Save. to distribute 5,000 “pet condoms” across the Valley in an effort to inform pet owners of the importance of spaying and neutering their beloved pets.

Inside the pet condoms is an insert that explains the benefits of spaying/neutering and provides spay/neuter resources.

The festivities began in February with the 5th annual World Spay Day event at Tempe Marketplace in which Fix.Adopt.Save. members handed out nearly 400 $20 spay/neuter vouchers, vaccine vouchers and information on Trap-Neuter-Return.

In addition to the benefits spaying/neutering offers pets, Valley shelters take in more than 50,000 animals every year, and spaying/neutering is the most effective way to reduce the number of homeless pets in our community.

Throughout the year, AHS and our Fix.Adopt.Save. partners offer a variety of high-quality, low-cost spay/ neuter options to the public. Protect your pet while helping to combat pet overpopulation.

PET CONDOMS ARE CLEVER, AND IMPOSSIBLE. THIS, WE KNOW. BUT WE NEED YOU TO KNOW THAT THE BEST WAY TO SAVE LIVES IS TO SPAY AND NEUTER YOUR PET.

BENEFITS OF SPAYING OR NEUTERING YOUR PET:

• Your pet will live a longer, healthier life • There are major health benefits and it can prevent cancers •

saving you money in the long run

• Your spayed female won’t go into heat

• Your neutered male won’t roam the neighborhood and will be better behaved • You will save lives and overpopulation

SPAY/NEUTER YOUR PET TODAY. FOR AFFORDABLE SPAY/ NEUTER LOCATIONS AND INFORMATION ON GENERAL WELLNESS SERVICES AND PET SUPPLIES, VISIT FIXADOPTSAVE.ORG.

DID YOU KNOW IT IS SAFE TO SPAY/NEUTER YOUR PETS AS EARLY AS EIGHT WEEKS OLD? YET, IT IS NEVER TOO LATE EITHER!

The pet condom insert also appears in Spanish on the reverse side.

A D V O C A C Y U P D AT E The Arizona Humane Society and the Humane Legislative Coalition of Arizona are leading the fight to end hot car deaths through House Bill 2494, which allows Good Samaritans to rescue a child or pet from a hot car without risk of civil liability. The bill has already garnered the support of Governor Doug Ducey, who lauded it in his State of the State address.

AHS is also leading efforts to combat pet overpopulation through House Bill 2523, which creates a tax check-off box that allows taxpayers to make a voluntary contribution to the Spaying and Neuter­ing of Animals Fund.

Visit azhumane.org/advocacy for updates and to see how you can help make our community safer for animals.

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AHS’ TEMPE THRIFT STORE HAS M OV E D TO M E SA !

We’re excited to announce the grand opening of our new Mesa Thrift Store, which is located at Southern & Alma School Road and is open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. A very special thank you to Safeway for their donation of large shopping carts and My Sister’s Closet for their donation of clothing racks! My Sister’s Closet also provides ongoing support through generous regular clothing donations.

Need to do some spring cleaning of your old clothes, furniture or other household items? AHS offers free pickup of donations with a minimum of six large bags/boxes of clothes/items or one large piece of furniture throughout most Valley locations. To schedule a pickup appointment, simply email us at PetResourceCenter@azhumane.org with your address and a brief description of your donation items or contact 602.997.7585 Ext 2035.

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D R I V I N G AWAY P E T O V E R P O P U L AT I O N

You can help put the brakes on pet overpopulation by purchasing petfriendly license plates. Pet-friendly Arizona plates are available for only $25 per year, and $17 from each plate helps support spay and neuter services for dogs and cats in Arizona. Order your plates at azpetplates.org or call the ADOT Motor Vehicles Division Offices nearest you.

Help Save Homeless Pets Want to help us cut down on printing and mailing costs so we can buy more toys and treats for our homeless pets? If you would prefer to receive the electronic version of Paw Prints, sign up at azhumane.org/pawprints.

Learn how we’re making our community better, together, for animals at azhumane.org/impactreport2016.

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