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A beer and wine tasting event to support the homeless animals at the Coulee Region Humane Society. __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________
Event Details Where:
The Cargill Room 328 Harborview Plaza, La Crosse
When:
5 - 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 27
What:
An assortment of wines and beers to taste, silent auction, raffle, live music and hors d’oeuvres.
Cost:
Cost is $35 per ticket. A discounted rate of $60 for two tickets is available until 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 26.
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Featuring caricatures by Mike Martino & Mike Klen Guests can have themselves and/or a picture of their pets drawn at this year’s tasting by local artists Mike Martino and Mike Klen. Cost is $25 per drawing and includes the “head” of one person/pet. An additional $5 will be added per head; no more than three heads. Cash and/or checks only. Proceeds benefit the homeless animal in need at the shelter.
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Coulee Region Humane Society | 608-781-4014
Dog Training & Development What puppies and dogs experience has a huge impact on their behaviorespecially if these experiences happen when a puppy is young. Many behavior problems can be prevented with early socialization and positive, consistent training during puppyhood and adolescence. Having clear structure and boundaries for your canine companion is also important. Your canine needs to know what is allowed, and you need to know how to portray the rules in a clear way so there can be mutual understanding. Positive outlets for energy are necessary for every dog on a daily basis. The right mix of physical and mental exercise will help your dog be a better companion. The Coulee Region Humane Society is dedicated to helping owners and their canine companions through individual counseling as well as a classroom environment. We offer support for you to help develop a solid relationship using positive training techniques. Visit www.couleehumane.com to learn more about the current puppy and dog classes available at the shelter. Information about certified dog trainer, Shirlery Richards, can also be found online.
www.couleehumane.com
Portraits by Hilary Running
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Wish List Animal and Kennel Care • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Kong stuffers—small treats, peanut butter, spray cheese Toys for cats—little mice with a tail and bell on the end, balls, etc. Toys for dogs—sturdy, squeaky toys, Kongs, etc. Rawhide bones Pig ears Dog treats—soft and hard Dog and puppy food—Pro Plan Iams, Blue Buffalo, Taste of the Wild, Science Diet, EVO Cat/kitten food—Royal Canin, Science Diety, Blue Buffalo, Iams Natural BalanceClay cat litter (non-clumping) Leashes—1-inch thick and 4-6 feet long Martingale collars for dogs Feliway spray Carefresh bedding without baking soda Guinea pig food Timothy Hay Aspen shavings or chips (no pine or cedar) Small animal food—birds, ferrets, hamsters, rabbits, turtles, etc. Small animal litter Fresh carrots and romaine lettuce for small animals 12-inch diameter metal oil pans (to use as litter pans) Pooper Scoopers—heavy duty Gift cards—Target, Wal-Mart, Sam’s Club, PETCO, PetSmart, Wags and Whiskers, Farm and Fleet, Home Depot, Menard’s, etc. Empty soda cans
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Stamps Copy paper—8.5X11, plain white
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HE laundry detergent Garbage bags—33 and 33 gallons Windex Paper towels Kleenex
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Gift cards to buy craft supplies—Hobby Lobby, Michaels, WalMart, etc.
Cleaning Supplies
Education
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Gift cards to buy office supplies —Target, Wal-Mart, Sam’s Club, Office Max, Office Depot, etc.
____________________________________________________ All donations can be dropped off at the Coulee Region Humane Society, located at 911 Critter Court in Onalaska, during regular business hours. Coulee Region Humane Society, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation. Under IRS guidelines, your contribution is tax deductible to the full extent of the law. For your records our Federal Tax ID number is 23-7366713. Thank you!
Urgent Need: Foster Care Parents! Hundreds of lives have been saved so far because of the Coulee Region Humane Society’s Foster Care program. Since its implementation nearly three years ago, nearly 1,000 animals have received care through the program. More than 500 animals received foster care through the humane society last year; numbers surpass 300 this year. Orphaned neonate kittens, who, left alone, cannot survive, are the most common animals in need of foster care. The Coulee Region Humane Society has taken in dozens of litters this year so far and is always in need of help. Foster care is the most direct way you can impact the life of a shelter animal. Learn more about fostering a homeless animal at couleehumane.com and submit your application today!
www.couleehumane.com
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