IN THIS ISSUE:
JANUARY2017
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KHS 2016 Year End Stats
Upcoming Events 2017 Grant Funding Update KHS Volunteers are the best!
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Hypothermia: What it is and how to spot it
Save the date for the 33rd Annual Dog Walk & K-9 Festival, May 6th!
KHS spread extra holiday cheer with some help from World of CD-ROM
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Thank you for donations made between September 1 and November 31, 2016
KALAMAZOO HUMANE SOCIETY 4239 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo MI 49008 | (269) 345-1181 | kazoohumane.org
HUMANE NEWS & VIEWS | KALAMAZOO HUMANE SOCIETY PAGE 1 Kalamazoo Humane Society Humane News & Views 4239 S Westnedge Avenue Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 345-1181 (269) 345-1290 info@kazoohumane.org www.kazoohumane.org
KHS AT A GLANCE JANUARY 1 TO DECEMBER 31, 2016
1,704 Female Cats Spayed 1,728 Male Cats Neutered
PRESIDENT Benjamin Damerow VICE PRESIDENT Stacy Nowicki SECRETARY Karen Arvanigian TREASURER Mike Wittenberg
671 Female Dogs Spayed 781 Male Dogs Neutered
MEMBER AT LARGE Bette Zawacki MEMBERS Gretchen Smith Sondra Nowak EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Aaron Winters DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS David Hess COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS Julie Barber DONOR RELATIONS | ACCOUNTING Gail Starr VOLUNTEER ENGAGEMENT Ginny Taylor RECEPTION STAFF Miranda Bell Catherine Moore VETERINARIAN Dr. Francesca Nielsen, DVM
OVER 61,000 CATS AND DOGS ALTERED SINCE 2002! 874 CLIENTS visited our Food Bank a total of 4,138 TIMES and received 41,649 POUNDS of cat litter and pet food which included:
360 cans of cat food 173 cans of dog food 1,472 bags of cat litter 3,218 bags of dry cat food 2,949 bags of dry dog food Thanks to you, KHS has been able to provide 11 dog houses and 8 bundles of straw.
VETERINARY TECHNICIANS Samantha Plank
We’ve loaned out 7 citronella bark collars, 14 live traps and 15 pet crates.
VETERINARY ASSISTANTS Paulette Fenton Marguerite Weaver Jason Jacobs Penny Haight
KHS volunteers have given us an incredible 1,844.75 hours of their time!
For volunteer information, contact Ginny Taylor at 269-743-0382 or gtaylor@kazoohumane.org
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JANUARY JANUARY 2 | KHS OFFICE CLOSED KHS Office 4239 S Westnedge Ave, Kalamazoo MI 49008 9:00AM TO 5:00PM The office will be closed for the New Year Holiday. We’ll resume regular hours on Tuesday at 9:00AM. Surgeries scheduled on Tuesday, January 3rd should arrive between 7:30AM and 8:00AM as directed.
JANUARY 17 | WMU CONNECT BUSINESS EXPO The Fetzer Center 2350 Business Ct, Kalamazoo MI 49008 2:00PM TO 5:00PM KHS will have a booth at the 2017 Business Expo to showcase our services and volunteer opportunities. We’ll also have a small selection of KHS t-shirts available! Admission is free.
FEBRUARY MARCH MARCH 1 | 2017 DOG LICENSES DUE
2017 Grant Funding for OFI In 2016 and previous years KHS was awarded grant funding that allowed us to reduce surgery costs to just $20 during special promotions throughout the year. Recently, our grant partner changed the way they’ll distribute grant funding, which means that we aren’t able to offer the same discounted programs that we had in the past. We have applied for funding under the new grant guidelines, and have been approved to offer a program for Pit Bulls. We will apply for new grants as other grant opportunities become available. Details will be released on our website and social media soon about our Fix-A-Pit program!
Kalamazoo County Animal Services & Enforcement 2500 Lake St, Kalamazoo MI 49048 8:00AM TO 12:30PM and 2:00PM to 7:00PM Dog Licenses for all dogs 4 months of age or older are due. Dogs must be Rabies vaccinated with at least 30 days remaining to be licensed. For dog owners outside of Kalamazoo County, check with your local Animal Control Dept. or County Treasurer for more information on where to purchase your license at. Dog Licenses are required by Michigan law.
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KHS staff and volunteers will be selling tickets for beer and wine with all proceeds of beer and wine sales benefiting KHS! This two-day event features local vendors of health and beauty products, clothing, home services, food and more. $5 entry; free parking. More information at http://www.womenslifestylekazooexpo.com/
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Kalamazoo County Fairgrounds & Expo Center 2900 Lake St, Kalamazoo MI 49048 Friday, March 3 | 12:00PM TO 6:00PM Saturday March 4 | 9:00AM to 4:00PM
E Wings Stadium (Door 7) 3600 Vanrick Dr, Kalamazoo MI 49001 Saturday, March 25 | 10:00AM TO 8:00PM Saturday March 26 | 11:00AM to 5:00PM Find the KHS booth at the Healing Body & Spirit Psychic Expo to enter into our 50/50 drawing! All proceeds benefit KHS. While you’re there, enjoy readings from experience psychics and peruse vendor booths filled with essential oils, art, jewelry, holistic products and more. $10/day or $17 for the weekend; 12 and under free. More information at http://www.healingbodyandspirit.com/
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9% | 164.35 HRS Help in the KHS Office 14% | 263.5 HRS Operation Fix-It Assistance 26% | 480.25 HRS Adoption Counseling at KCASE 20% | 360 HRS Misc.Tasks & Projects 31% | 577 HRS Dog Walk & Special Events
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Hypothermia: What it is and how to spot it
Hypothermia happens when a body can’t keep up with heat loss. This is especially concerning during the winter months, when dogs can be exposed to temperatures well below what they can tolerate. Heat loss in dogs is usually a result of cold moisture/being cold and wet, exposure to cold or under-insulated surfaces, blustery winds or over-grooming/shaving. There are other ways a dog can develop hypothermia, but these are the most common. There is no set amount of time or exact temperature that a dog will start to suffer from hypothermia. Thick-coated dogs such as Siberian Huskies or Alaskan Malamutes can withstand much colder temperatures than their Terrier and Chihuahua relatives. Dogs with a high muscle density and low body fat are also likely to lose body heat quickly.
Hypothermia Symptoms
Loss of consciousness from lethargy to unconscious
Delayed or slow reflexes
Weak Pulse/Low Blood Pressure
Shivering
Slow or abnormal heart rate
Pale, bluish or purple skin coloration or body parts
Shallow or infrequent breaths
Shivering stops when body o temp falls below 88
Dilated/unresponsive pupils
Muscle stiffness
Hypothermia is a veterinary emergency
Normal canine body o temp is 99.5 to 102.5 F
Prevention:
Stages of Hypothermia: Mild Moderate Severe
Body temp is 90-99o F
Limit exposure to cold temperatures
Monitor your dog regularly
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Body temp is 82-90 F Body temp is <82o F
Most at-home thermometers won’t read below 90-94o If your thermometer reads anything below 96o, you should transport the dog to a
Consider protective dog clothing such as jackets and boots Provide shelter with adequate insulation from the elements
Acclimation does play a role in a dogs ability to withstand cold temperatures
Not all dogs can handle living outdoors
veterinary clinic immediately.
If you see a dog showing signs of hypothermia: Contact the owner or Animal Services for immediate help.
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MAY 6 TH 2017 | 9AM TO 2PM PRAIRIE VIEW PARK, VICKSBURG, MI KAZOOHUMANE.ORG/DOGWALK
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Includes t-shirt & all event activities! Register at kazoohumane.org/dogwalk or call (269) 345-1181
*Price increase to $30 on April 1st
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Sponsorships & vendor space available! jbarber@kazoohumane.org or (269) 743-0393
FAMILY FRIENDLY FUN! Dock Jumping Stunt Dog Shows Dog & Family Photos Doggie Obstacle Course Crazy Dog Contests Pet Contests Rafï¬&#x201A;es & Bake Sale Bounce House Kids Area & More!
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Healing Body and Spirit Psychic Expo
*** New Location *** Wings Stadium (Door 7) 3600 Vanrick Drive, Kalamazoo MI 49001 Saturday March 25, 2017 10am – 8pm
Thanks to Josh Cypher, owner of World of CD-ROM/Cypher Technologies in Kalamazoo, KHS was able to offer even more assistance to some of our Pet Food Bank clients. In November 2016, Josh brought us twenty boxes of non-perishable food items designed to feed an adult for approximately one week. These boxes included pantry staples and canned goods such as peanut butter, jelly, pasta, sauce, fruit and veggies. “My business has grown and is doing well, and I wanted to be able to directly help people who really need it,” Josh said. “I knew I wanted to provide something that everyone needs, and these food boxes were perfect. Using the Kalamazoo Humane Society’s Pet Food Bank was a great way to reach out to the people who needed them.” Everyone who received a box was thankful for the unexpected surprise, some hugging our staff, others leaving teary-eyed. It’s always wonderful to know we’re helping animals every day, but it was a great feeling to be able to offer even more, especially during the holiday season. Donations of wet and dry cat or dog food, cat litter, or other new or gently used pet supplies are always appreciated. Your gift helps local pets and owners stay together in times of financial hardship. If you have questions about how you can help or volunteer, contact KHS at 269-345-1181.
Sunday March 26, 2017 11am – 5pm Looking for Expo Volunteers, Call Beverly 269-329-7476
Present this card for $1.00 off admission
Daily Pass $10.00 Weekend Pass $17.00 (12 and under free) Includes: Free Lectures and Door Prizes!!! Experienced Psychic & Mediums from across the US & Canada. Tarot, rune & angel readers, aura photos, stones, crystals, pet psychic, body & light workers, stone healers, spirit artists, numerology, aromatherapy, astrologists, palmistry, essential oils, holistic products, clothing, dream catchers, jewelry, minerals and more!!! Presented By: Beverly & John Stephan “Mystical Art Readings” www.beverlystephan.com More info call 269-329-7476
www.healingbodyandspirit.com
JANUARY 2017 PAGE 6 We gratefully acknowledge these gifts made between September 1 and November 31, 2016 in honor and memory of beloved friends, family and pets. Your gifts help pets that need veterinary services, food and a safe place to live. If you would like to make a gift to mark a special occasion or memory, please call us at 269-345-1181 or visit our website at kazoohumane.org. Gifts made between December 1, 2016 and February 28, 2017 will appear in the April 2017 issue.
In Memory of "Pets"… "Sonny D" Crookston Your friends on Scott Park Road and Gilkey Lake Road "Penny" DeYoung Sharon Henry Warren "Kola" Ells Laura & Bruce Wilkins "Chloe" Hapman Jason, Heather & Elli Jach "Casey" Hazel Judith Ott "Helen" Irby Charlie & Sarah Kilian "Charm" Kegeler Ron & Denise Higginbotham Cliff & Paula Kegeler "Sophie" King Lewis "Van" King "Zoe" Kondogan Karen Knapp "Max" Lund Pamela S. Carpenter "Owein" McHugh Havens Sherie Veramay "Chloe" Root Jack Henderson "Dwight" Ruppel The Nowicki & Dahlberg Families "Dre'" Timpe Becky Timpe "Arctica & Abbey" Tomich Paul & Che Shen Tomich "Buelah" VerHey Karen Bjork "Petey" Walker Piper Walker "Maya" Our daughter, Princess & Little Girl...always & forever Freddy, Shane & Adina
In Memory of… Mr. & Mrs. Harry Benjamin and “Cleo” Colleen & Bob Benjamin Gertrude "Trudy" Boyer Renee Bertman, Doug Hilton & Tyler Sterling "Sudie" Braun Cheryl Barea Lynnette & Roger Bean Kathleen Campbell Elizabeth (Libi) Hake Ellen F. Hake Rita Ikerd Karen Kramer Soebbing Melissa Taylor & Joe Grossmann
Carl & Sycketa Giacobone Ron & Jan Herder Mary Poling Laurie & Dick Pryor Peter M. Mureika John & Linda VandenBos Susan Bieke Neilson Sheila Cutshall Michelle Minturn John Charles Olker John & Gloria Beatty The Letchinger Family Stephanie, Jim, Amanda & Joey Kenneth A. Thoroughman Esther Thoroughman
Merrill J. Brink Leigh Bowen
William Valencourt Gloria Mendham
Thomas J. Carr Cynthia S. Bozik
Marcia A. Van Gemert John & Carol Madden Ellen Van Gemert
Richard C. Copeland Scot, Lori, Loryn & Jordyn Lewis The Mateus Family Craig & Anita Obert Geraldine Davis Modern Tile Flooring America Dorothy Irene DeHaan Chuck & Mary Ann Jaqua Jim & Ronda Peter Jean Marie Ellinger Robert & Barbara Monk Sheila Fortuin Janel Johnston, Larry Lozo & "Molly" the Puggle Iris Gay Ann Schiff Lila Marion (Kellogg) Howes Chuck & Judy Bradley and Arthur Standley Jack & Mary (Chittick) Brown Dorothy M. Carnell & Family Jim & Diann Danhoff David & Marge Howes Ashley Yonker Bonnie Jean King Danielle Darling & Family The Dean Family Mary Ann Ford Victor A. Kordish Nancy Widener Everet Kokinos Ron & Denise Higginbotham Janine Lenderink Judy K. Anderson Theresa Bond Martha Collick, Pam Donovan, Cathy Ware & Shelley Hensche William & Narda Davis Tom & Karen Dickerman Den & Kathy Duncan
Genevieve S. Van Patten Nick & Kathy Botsis Roger & Carol Geving Mr. & Mrs. Ben Roybal Adam & Caren Krupa Staff of Plainwell Middle School Mary Agnes VerHage Amos & Kathleen Cook Jean Vermillion Bud & Pat Brotebeck Mary A. Pierce Cato & Carrie L. Pierce Scott & Deborah Dodes Linda Powell Your friends and co workers from RE/MAX Advantage Dan & Linda Rynd Jerry & Raejean Slater Melinda Studinka Fran Suhr Jane & Mark Wendling Osborn Marti & Vince White Sheila Williams Jacquelyn Wooley Donald E. Wehner Mary & Katherine Stevens Michael Zann Corinne Zann
In Honor of… Cristina Booker Nita Vicki Harris Mary Frederick Jeanna Peltier & Shane Sheldon Ann Schiff
Kalamazoo County dog licenses are due March 1! All dogs 4 months of age and older are required to be licensed in the State of Michigan.
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