PETGazette Fall 2020 by Mitchell Graphics

PETGazette The newsletter of Little Traverse Bay Humane Society

FALL 2020

From the Director

Keeping pets together with their families Animal welfare has come a long way in recent years and the way that shelters like Little Traverse Bay Humane Society operate reflects that progress. There was a time, not so long ago, that conditions like heartworm could not be treated and simply entering the doors of any humane society across the country as a feral cat was a death sentence. I am thankful that this is no LTBHS Executive Director, longer the reality that we face Danielle Blasko. in our field. The “untreatable” has become “treatable,” the development of behavior modification and enrichment programs has allowed us to rehabilitate the most difficult cases, and even feral cats are finally getting the attention they deserve, which sometimes means creative re-homing tactics. Every animal that comes into our care at LTBHS is an individual in need of medical care, emotional support, or behavior training (and some may need all three!). We are able to treat each unique animal who enters our doors with an individualized approach thanks to generous members and donors like you. We literally cannot do this important lifesaving and life-changing work without you! I am grateful every day that my team no longer has to make the difficult decisions that faced so many animal welfare professionals before us. Our work is by no means easy and society still has a long way to go in the humane treatment of companion animals, but we are fortunate to live in a time of progress for pets and the people who love them. In addition to major medical and behavior modification developments, a monumental shift that has occurred in recent years is the rise of intake diversion programs. These have become a priority all over the country, including right here in our own community. The concept begins with the tough recognition that not all animals are best served by entering the shelter. Too often in the past, shelters have taken animals in that could have remained with the family that loved them if only the owners were given the support they needed to

care for them. This care might range from meeting basic needs like providing food during a temporary hardship to costly medical expenses like a major surgery. For example, shelters would intake an animal whose owner was surrendering them because they could not afford an emergency surgery. They loved the animal so much that they were willing to give them up in order to provide a better outcome, which they simply could not afford. And then the shelter would pay for the animal to have the surgery and re-adopt the animal to another home. An intake diversion approach makes us think twice about what’s truly best for each individual animal. LTBHS, for example, has established the Furry Faces Program, funded by individual donors and grantors like the Petoskey Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation, which allows us to assist owners in paying for costly medical procedures. The newly established Pet Food Pantry provides food and litter to owners who may be experiencing temporary hardship as so many people have during the ongoing global pandemic. Both of these programs keep cats and dogs out of the shelter and in loving homes where they belong. Oddly enough, as you’ll see in this newsletter, COVID-19 and the resulting stay at home orders have in their own way led to fewer owner surrenders as people have relied on their pets to provide much-needed companionship during this challenging time. Of course, there is always going to be a place in our shelter for the pets who need us most and it is our ongoing commitment to provide best-in-class care to those who comes to us out of necessity. As we head into the holiday season and reflect on 2020 (which I’m sure we can all agree cannot be over too soon), we have a lot to be thankful for. After all we are blessed with the pets that complete our own families and we have made great strides in keeping families together. Thank you for choosing to be a part of it!

On the cover: Handsome George enjoys the northern Michigan fall color. He has since been adopted. Thank you to Bill’s Farm Market in Petoskey for use of the pumpkins and hay bales.

LTBHS Board Members

Gayle Mroczkowski, President Lori Jodar, Vice President William McKinley, Treasurer Beth Skau, Secretary

Rick Bolton Gordon Ford, Jr. Becky Philipp-Kranig Tom Ogden

Staff Spotlight

Business Member Spotlight We are very fortunate to have a generous community of local businesses that give back. We will be highlighting some of these businesses in our upcoming Newsletter issues in our ‘Business Member Spotlight.’ This issue, we talk to Dr. Susan Malone, DDS/PC of Petoskey. She shares with us why she supports the mission of Little Traverse Bay Humane Society. Q: You have been a longtime supporter of Little Traverse Bay Humane Society. Why do you support this organization and its mission? A: I support LTBHS because I believe in the mission to rescue and save as many animals as possible, no matter the challenges involved. Also, every staff member I've come to know has been committed to the highest level of excellence and empathy in all that they do. Q: As a business owner, why do you feel it’s important to give back to the community you work in? A: I consider it a privilege to have the resources to support the programs I believe in in my community. I have always found that any of the volunteer programs and charities that we support have given myself and my team so much more in return. It truly is a "win-win" for us to have the honor to help others, especially these wonderful animals! Dr. Susan Malone, DDS/PC with her team.

Have you always been an animal lover? Tell us about your pets at home.

A: I have always been an animal lover! In our 36-plus years of marriage, Michael and I have had varied pets and breeds, with our dogs numbering two to three at a time, including our beloved rescue "Rocky"! We also loved our many rescue cats, bunnies, and fish. Our current canine kids are our two standard poodles. Henri is four-and-a-half years old and Hutch is 10 months old. We can't imagine our lives without the joy and delight our animals have brought us! To learn more about Dr. Malone’s practice, please call 231-347-6932 or go to: https://www.drsusanmalone.com/

2021Calendar

Susan and her husband, Michael, have supported the organization for many years. They are pictured here with dogs Henri and Hutch.

Purchase your 2021 Calendar! Don’t miss your chance to purchase your 2021 Little Traverse Bay Humane Society Calendar! The 2021 Calendar will be full of adorable pets, and best yet, will support the care of the homeless animals at the shelter. Calendars will be available for purchase mid-November and will be $20 each. Pre-order yours by calling 231-6226356. Calendars will be available for sale at the Shelter at 1300 W. Conway Road in Harbor Springs, and at various businesses in the community.

Feature Story

Finding Joy In the Love of a

Pet

Buster, who was adopted by LTBHS Executive Director, Danielle Blasko in June.

The past seven months have brought us a lot of fear, uncertainty, and frustration, but despite the current situation, a number of people are finding comfort in the love of a new furry friend

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and sanitizer, toilet paper, and…family pets? While it may seem strange to lump the three of these into one group, there’s something that they all have in common this year: the demand for each is significantly high.

When COVID-19 ascended in March and turned the whole world upside down, everyone had to get used to a new way of life very quickly. This was also true for the staff at Little Traverse Bay Humane Society (LTBHS) who rushed to establish a foster network and place all of the shelter animals in homes when the pandemic hit. Incredibly enough, after reaching out to supporters and the community as a whole, this seemingly impossible task wasn’t insurmountable after all. A wave of families and individuals willingly opened their hearts and homes to the shelter animals and the organization was able to place 100-percent of them within a matter of days. What was even better is that many of the families fell in love with their animals resulting in several “foster fails” which ended up being a positive outcome. And better yet, was the countless number of people who were interested in fostering and adopting during this time. The result was far more foster families and interested adopters than there were dogs and cats—a good problem to have when you’re working in animal welfare. The surging interest in fostering and adoption didn’t stop this past spring, and if anything, it grew during the summer months and has continued into the fall. The shift in many people’s working arrangements and dayto-day schedule has likely had a lot to do with this increase, according to Little Traverse Bay Humane Society Shelter Operations Manager, Kelsey Reimink. “There are so many people who have time for a pet when they didn’t before,” Reimink said. “They may be working from home or not leaving the house as much, and they now have time to potty train or introduce the animal to other household pets. They may have children who are home to help out. It’s been the perfect time for people to add a pet to their family.” This led to a shelter of empty kennels, and while out of state transports weren’t an option then, the organization focused its efforts closer to home. As it turned out, several shelters throughout Michigan were desperately in need of assistance. LTBHS worked to safely transport animals from various shelters across the state to Harbor Springs where they quickly found homes. “People have very much wanted to adopt this year,” Reimink said. “We’ve actually had a hard time keeping our kennels full,

Marcie Wolf and her husband Eric Davis adopted Zoey last July after losing their beloved dog Trekker earlier in the year.

which is a great problem to have. We feel very fortunate to have been able to help these other shelters, and a lot of good has come out of this.” Interestingly, another side effect of the pandemic is the fact that there have been fewer owner-surrendered animals this year. Reimink noted that the organization has seen less calls from people wanting to surrender their animals, and she attributes this to more people being home and having time to care for their pet. This, combined with the creation of the shelter’s Pet Food Pantry in May, (which provides food and litter to any owner in need) has resulted in fewer owner surrenders as we’ve removed the barriers to providing basic care for their pet. There have been countless uncertainties this past year, but the relationship that people have with their pets has remained strong during COVID-19. “A lot of people just want companionship,” said Reimink. “They’re lonely and want a friend to hang out with.” “One of the wonderful things about animals is that they take you outside of yourself and help you to focus on someone else,” she explained. “They force you to get up every day even when it’s hard to do so or depressing. By taking care of a pet, it helps people to focus on the needs of their animal and less on the negative.” Continued on page 6

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“The whole world is going through a collective struggle today. What better way to cope than to add a loving pet to your home?” -Danielle Blasko LTBHS Executive Director

LTBHS,” Michalewicz said. “They are our first cats and have been a joy and a real source of comfort. Each of us in our family has a cat of our “own” that has bonded with us, plus a fourth cat who is kind of like the house manager and nanny to the rest! The most special bond of all, in my opinion, is the one shared between my three-year-old and his “nitty-nat.” If he forgets to take her to bed with him, she’ll be waiting at the door to go in for snuggles. They’ve really helped us destress, improved our mood, and given us something to look forward to during these weird and hectic times.” It may seem strange to search for a silver lining in the past several months, but at the end of the day, more pets are out of shelters and into homes (foster and adoptive), which is exactly where they belong, according to LTBHS Executive Director, Danielle Blasko.

“We have an incredible facility and compassionate staff, but at the end of the day it is still a shelter and pets belong in loving homes,” she said. “Placing animals in foster homes Continued from page 5. also allows us to get to know the animals even better, and then to do our best matchmaking with adopters. The This was true also for LTBHS Executive Director, Danielle pandemic also seems to have directly resulted in fewer Blasko, who adopted an eight-year-old Pit Bull named owner surrenders, perhaps because people have had the Buster in May. Blasko originally meant to just foster Buster, time to put into caring for an animal.” but soon fell in love with him. “The whole world is going through a collective struggle “Buster has brought so much joy and laughter to my life. He today,” she continued. “What better way to cope than to add is such a character with a huge personality,” Blasko said. a loving pet to your home?” “And quite frankly he just looks hilarious. Everyone he meets adores him. I joke all the time that he has no idea that he is a Pit Bull: he loves to swim and retrieve, to chase deer off the property, and he absolutely hates going downstate to the big city! He snorts like a pig so we say his breed is “Pig Bull” when people ask.” Blasko isn’t the only one who has been grateful for the joy brought to her by an animal the past several months. Marcie Wolf and husband, Eric Davis, lost their beloved 10-year-old dog, Trekker, to cancer in early June. Feeling a huge void in their lives, they decided to explore the possibility of opening their hearts to another furry friend. Thankfully, they found just what they were looking for in Zoey, a one-year-old Black Lab who they adopted in July. “Our hearts were broken when Trekker died, and being so isolated due to COVID made it worse,” Wolf said. “Then we adopted Zoey at LTBHS on July 6 after her 7-day quarantine. She was a handful at first, but we’re all doing so much better today. Zoey gets two long walks/runs each day which has been great for me - I’m down a pants size! We are bonding more every day and she is a true comfort to us.” For Alyssa Michalewicz, the crew of cats she has adopted during COVID-19 have had a hugely positive impact on her family. “We have rescued four cats since COVID-19 and the ensuing quarantine began, two of them are sisters from

For the Michalewicz family, adopting four cats during COVID-19 has been a positive addition to their home, particular with her three-year-old son, pictured.

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We asked:

How has your pet been a lifesaver since COVID-19 hit last spring? Tell us how they’ve helped you get through this challenging time. Lilly & Cruiser

I don’t know how we would have survived being quarantined for the last six months without our two dogs, Lilly and Cruiser. They provide comic relief every day with their antics, along with love and kisses.

Finley & Louie

I adopted my cat Louie through LTBHS four years ago. Finley is my Aussie pup I decided to bring into the family two months ago. He is such a joy. He motivates me to get out of the house and be active even on the most depressing days. He’s also given Louie companionship especially since our dog died last year. I can’t express how much he helps on a daily basis. Waking up to that face is exactly what I need to be productive and positive.

-Wendy and George Perrett

Oliver

I’m so happy to have my cat Oliver. He does crazy things and makes me laugh. I like to think he is laughing in this photo, although I caught him in a yawn!

-Hailey Lightfoot

Grayson

-Judy Bielas

Jet & Sabrina

Dogs have been a huge part of my life for many years, but earlier this year, their unconditional love meant even more. It’s true that people who have animals in their lives are mentally and physically healthier. In times of difficulty, they will always carry the day and make you smile. -Bob Hull

It has been a long six months. I lost my dog right after Christmas but decided not to get another as I was planning on moving into an apartment. Well, the pandemic hit and my thoughts about moving came to a dead end. I was so lonely and saw a rescue “kitty” on Facebook and decided I wanted him that very day. Long story short, I have never had a “kitten” before (just a full grown cat) and had no idea what mischief a kitten can get into. He has kept me plenty busy, night and day, and still does This is my Grayson. -Carla Sare

Veterinary Clinic

Ask the Doctor Fall is here with the holiday season right around the corner. Little Traverse Bay Veterinary Clinic veterinarian, Dr. Katie Zubricky gives pet owners advice about holiday treats that are appropriate for your pet and the best ways to keep them healthy during this time. She also talks about the benefits of walking with your pet for National Take a Hike Day on November 17. Q: We have a number of holidays coming up that involve food. Can you give us some advice on how to keep our pets safe and healthy during these holidays? Are there any good holiday treats you can share with your pet safely? A: In general, I advise against giving pets table scraps. But, if you must, then healthy options include green beans, pureed pumpkin, cooked eggs, and small amounts of lean, boneless, cooked meat are a few you can choose from. Everything in moderation!

Dr. Katie Zubricky

With that in mind, you should be very cautious about which table scraps you give your pet and how much. Some can cause GI disturbances (including vomiting and diarrhea) or pancreatitis, which can require hospitalization. It may seem obvious, but you should never feed your dog raisins, grapes, onions (or garlic/chives), chocolate, or sugary treats. Studies have found that pets often fed table scraps are more likely to be overweight or obese. It can also lead pets to be fussier in the food they want to consume.

Q: November 17 is National Take a Hike Day. Why is it important to take your dog on walks and what are some of the benefits of doing so? On the other hand, what are some of the negative effects of a pet living a sedentary lifestyle? A: Regular exercise is good for helping your pet maintain a healthy weight, and keeping their mind active as well. The old adage, ‘a tired dog is a good dog’ is true! Keeping your pet active helps prevent boredom (and coming home to a chewed up pile of shoes!). Regular walks with your pet also increases the humananimal bond. Not to mention, regular exercise is good for owners, as well, so it’s really win-win! A sedentary lifestyle can lead to obesity, which can cause a myriad of health issues and can result in a shorter lifespan. So be sure to take some time every day to hike, walk, or play with your pet. They’ll have a great time and be healthier because of it!

Make your fall grooming appointment It’s fall, and now is the perfect time for a new hairdo for your pet! We have two new groomers on staff, in addition to longtime groomer, Patty Howard, who is back after recovering from an accident this past summer. We welcome Noelle Mallory, who has been with the organization for over a year and has recently transitioned to her new role as a groomer. We also welcome Naomi Behrmann, who has years of grooming experience, and we are happy to have her on board! Noelle Mallory

Naomi Behrmann

Make your appointment today by calling 231-347-2384.

Adopting/Youth

Adopt a shelter dog this fall When is the best time of the year to adopt a new canine companion? When it comes to cats, it doesn’t make as much of a difference since they’ll be inside using a litterbox anyway, but with dogs, we argue that autumn just might be the perfect time! And why is that, may you ask? We like to think that cooler weather is perfect for training, first of all. Whether you’re potty training a new puppy or working on basic obedience commands with an older pup, there’s a good chance that the weather is conducive to whatever you’re doing outside. It’s not hot and muggy as it can sometimes be in the summer, yet you’re not wading through a foot of snow to potty train your puppy. It’s also a great time of the year for going on long, leisurely walks! The temperatures are likely to be perfect for both you and your pooch and what better way to enjoy the changing colors than with your new friend? By adopting a dog this time of year, you’ll also have some time for them to acclimate to their new life and routine prior to the craziness of the holidays. While Christmas is always a popular time to adopt a pet, there’s already so much going on, that it may be difficult to devote the necessary time to training, getting to know your new pet amiss the busyness of the holiday season can be stressful for both of you.

Not to mention, October is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month! The goal of this is to bring awareness to the number of shelter dogs across the country that are in need of homes and to celebrate the joy of adoption! So if you’re looking for a new canine companion, this just may be the best time to do it! To view all of the dogs available for adoption at LTBHS, go to www. ltbhs.com.

A community of young philanthropists At Little Traverse Bay Humane Society, we believe that learning to be kind to animals starts at a young age, and so does giving! We are so very fortunate to have a wonderful community of young people who care so deeply about the homeless animals at LTBHS. From birthday donations to lemonade stands and more, we have a passionate group of kids who support the lifesaving mission of the shelter. From the bottom of our hearts to the tips of our tails, we are thankful for them!

Pictured (l-r): Chloe Wiklanski brings in donations of food she received in lieu of presents for her birthday. Leena, Veli, Addison, and Sarah hosted a snow cone fundraiser for us this past summer, and Koa Baker purchased food and toys from the money she raised from a lemonade stand.

Events

Rock Out for Rescue

Masquerade Party Saturday, February 6, 2021 6-9:30 p.m. Grand Unity Event Center

Featuring: Main Street Dueling Pianos Heavy hors dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oeuvres, an OPEN bar, silent auction, and (social distanced) dancing!* Prizes for best masks! Tickets go on sale December 1, 2020

Sponsorship opportunities available Contact Teresa at 231-622-6356 for more information

*In the event that we are unable to host Rock Out for Rescue in person due to COVID-19, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be switching to an alternate format. Stay tuned to our website and Facebook page for details.

Shelter

Perfect holiday gifts for all It always gets tricky around the holidays when it comes to gift giving. You can’t avoid it—there are always going to be those family members or friends who are difficult to buy for. They have everything they need already and you don’t want to buy them something just because you feel obligated to.

Grooming, or Daycare gift certificate by calling 231-347-2384 or a Vet Clinic gift certificate by calling 231-622-6363.

Instead of buying another candle or knick knack, why not give them a gift that has meaning?

Want other ways to give this holiday season? Buy a brick in honor or memory of a family member or furry friend. Bricks are $125 each and be placed in our Memorial Garden.

Consider a gift to Little Traverse Bay Humane Society. It’s the gift that continues to make a monumental impact all throughout the year and truly helps to save the lives of those in need. Make a donation in honor of a special friend or family member this holiday season and know that your gift helps to feed and care for a homeless animal. This is a gift that helps to provide them with a bright future and long, happy life. To purchase a gift membership for someone special, call 231-347-2396 or go to our donation website: https:// ltbhs.givecloud.co/ With this membership, the recipient will receive a subscription to our quarterly newsletter and satisfaction of knowing they’re helping an animal in need. For those who are already members, why not give a gift card for one of our services such as boarding, grooming, daycare, or to Little Traverse Bay Veterinary Clinic? All proceeds from these services directly support the care of the homeless animals at our shelter. Purchase a Boarding,

A 2021 LTBHS Calendar also makes a wonderful gift. Calendars will be available to purchase for $20 by mid-November. They can be purchased at the Shelter at 1300 W. Conway Rd., Harbor Springs, or at various retail stores throughout the community. Also, be sure to peruse our Annual Giving Guide to see how the number of ways you can make an impact in the life of a homeless pet. There are a number of options, and you’re sure to find one that will match your giving priorities. Our Giving Guide can be found on our website at www.ltbhs.com by late November.

Be a star, donate your car

Do you have a car, truck, boat, or RV you’d like to donate? We have partnered with the nonprofit organization, CARS (Charitable Adult Rides & Services), a donation program, to raise funds for LTBHS when you donate your vehicle!

Donating is EASY! • Call CARS at 855-500-7433 or fill out their online form https://careasy.org/home • Tell them about your vehicle • Schedule a pick-up time • Receive your tax receipt • LTBHS receives proceeds!

Howl at the Moon

Thank you!

2020 Virtual Howl at the Moon We’d like to thank EVERYONE for supporting Virtual Howl at the Moon this year! We are so grateful to everyone who participated in this great event even though it wasn’t in its usual form this year. Thank you for helping us make this a success in support of the animals! Individual Sponsors

Pet Host Committee

Angelfish and Jester Mr. and Mrs. Mark Bissell Ms. Joanne N. Arbaugh Mrs. Linda Ford • Mr. and Mrs. Gordon T. Ford, Jr. • Ms. Lin Valka Mr. and Mrs. Richard Bolton • Mr. and Mrs. William McKinley Mr. and Mrs. W.G. Giles Mr. and Mrs. Wes Hovey Mr. and Mrs. William Soter • Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Kay Ms. Jamie Mills and Mr. Jim Nichols Ms. Kathleen Glass Mr. and Mrs. James Fabiano Mrs. William Corbett Ms. Yvonne McCready Mr. and Mrs. Scott Schropp Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Schaberg Mr. and Mrs. Julian Van Winkle Mr. and Mrs. Eric Borgen

“Suzy” and “Poppy” Glass “Jet” Hull “Teddy” Spicer “Henri” and “Hutch” Malone “Briar” Andreen “Parker” Bolton “Pippa” Hansell “Presley” Barney “Vida” Souder” “Bosco” Ford “Tux” and “Toski” Harrington “Lola” and “Presley” Giles “Blossom” Gottlieb “Mr. Bissell” and “Luxie” Mills “Ava” Pettibone

Business Sponsors

A Studio Auto-Pets B May Bags Bar Harbor Bay Area Parking Belle Aquatic Between The Covers Birchwood Farms Golf & Country Club BISSELL Inc. Black Barn Farm Ms. Danielle Blasko Mr. and Mrs. Richard M. Bolton Mr. and Mrs. Peter Bridges Carol Costello Catering Craig Ryan Fine Menswear Cross Village General Store The Crow’s Nest Ms Desi’s Gallery Ms. Elizabeth H. Doody Dressed Finishing Touch Fluff and Tuff Fustini’s Oils and Vinegars Gattle’s Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra Ms. Elizabeth Hart Ms. Joan Heyne Hilda of Harbor Springs Huzza Mr. and Mrs. C. James Hyslop III Ivy Boutique Inc J. McLaughlin Johan’s Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Horton Jones Karen’s Kreations Ms. Susan Klimas Mr. and Mrs. Richard H. Labadie Lake Street Design Studio

Lite 96.3 FM Rodrigo’s Susan J.S. Malone, DDS, PC and Devin F. Hueston, DDS Monarch Garden & Floral Crow’s Nest Restaurant and Catering Teddy Griffin’s Roadhouse Lori Jodar Lakefront Broker at North Harbor Christie’s International Real Estate Abuzz Creative Bearcub Outfitters Subaru by the Bay Hill’s Pet Nutrition Inc. The Clothes Post Decka Digital Nub’s Nob Ruff Life Pet Outfitters Subaru by the Bay Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra Carol Costello Catering Canine Art

Participating Restaurants City Park Grill Julienne Tomatoes Paper Station Vernales Bar Harbor Teddy Griffin’s Roadhouse Sassy Loon at Northern Lights Recreation Stafford’s Pier

Auction Donors

Legs Inn Life Above the 45th Little Traverse Tileworks Mr. and Mrs. Tanner Mallory Marty’s Place McClutchey’s Store Inc. Mr. and Mrs. William F. McKinley Mettlers American Mercantile Michigan Humane Mr. and Mrs. Donald W. Milock Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Wolf Monogram Goods Northern Lights Recreation--Sassy Loon Northern Rock, LLC Mr. Northern Territory Imaging and Design NorthGoods Nub’s Nob Paper Station Bistro Peninsulas Ms. Ruth Petzold Picaboo Platte Construction Primitive Images Radio Systems Corporation/PetSafe Mr. and Mrs. Vivek Sankaran Stafford’s Pier Restaurant Sturgeon River Pottery. Inc. Subaru By-The-Bay Teddy Griffin’s Roadhouse Three Pines Studio Threads Tom’s Mom’s Cookies True North Golf Club Ms. Jennifer Tyler Mr. and Mrs. Julian Van Winkle Vision’s of Harbor Springs Mr. and Mrs. Mark Wibel Wineguys Restaurant Group Witty Galerie Mr. and Mrs. Michael Wolf Yummies

Planning Committee Danielle Blasko Linda Bolton Teresa Chaney Eric Davis Mark Elliott Jessica Evans Una Fornshell Carol Giles Diane Hansell Lori Jodar Lynn Ribits Marcie Wolf

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2020 Howl at the Moon Donors Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Adams Ms. Linda Aikens Dr. Katheryn E. Applegate and Mr. James A. Applegate Ms. Joanne N. Arbaugh Mr. and Mrs. Brian Badini Ms. Michelle Baker Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Banks Mr. Terrence Barr Mr. and Mrs. David S. Barrie Bearcub Outfitters Mrs. Becky Phillip-Kranig Mr. Bradley Beaman Mr. and Mrs. Steven J. Belmear Christy Berry Real Estate LLC Ms. Christy Berry Ms. Valerie D. Black Mr. Edward J. Blake and Ms. Karin-Leigh Spicer Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Blasko Ms. Danielle Blasko Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Blythe Mr. and Mrs. Richard M. Bolton Mr. and Mrs. Erik Borgen Mr. and Mrs. Chris Bovee Mr. Brandon Bremer Ms. Carmen Briolat Ms. Dorothy Brotherton Mr. and Mrs. Gary Bussard Ms. Lisabet Canzano Ms. Deah Carey and Mr. Clifford Carey Mr. and Mrs. Robert W. Carr Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Robert W. Clarke Mr. Samuel Cook Ms. Jill Cook Cormack’s Deli Chuck, Lisa & Brad Cormack Ms. Angelia Cranney Mr. Michael Cronk The Crow’s Nest Mr. and Mrs. Bob Vala Mr. and Mrs. Richard DeLater Mr. and Mrs. William A. Deuel Mr. and Mrs. Al Dicken Ms. Susan H. Dika Ms. Jo Anne Doll Ms. Theresa Donigan Mr. and Mrs. Michael Donnelly Mr. and Mrs. David Donovan Mr. and Mrs. Charles J. Duray Mr. Mark Elliott Ms. Fernanda Dau Fisher and Mr. Brian Todd Fisher Ms. Erika Fitzhugh Mr. and Mrs. Gordon T. Ford Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Ronald L. Fornshell Mrs. Amienne Frenzel Ms. Ellen Gardner Ms. Teresa George Mr. Patrick Gibbons Ms. Karyn Gilbert Mr. and Mrs. W.G. Giles II Dr. William Gillette and Dr. Deborah Andreen Ms. Judith Ann Gillow Ms. Emmy Glass Mr. and Mrs. Greg Goodman

Ms. Connie Goodman Mr. David M. Gottlieb Mr. and Mrs. Robert Green Mr. and Mrs. Ronald A. Guggemos Ms. Elizabeth Hall Harbor Springs IGA Mr. and Mrs. Dennis M. Hug Ms. Maris Harrington Ms. Elizabeth Hart Mr. and Mrs. William Henagan Ms. Kim Hess Hill’s Science Diet Mr. and Mrs. Mike Hoppenrath Mr. and Mrs. Walter Howell Mr. and Mrs. Robert D. Hull Mr. and Mrs. Kevin M. Hurley Ms. Alexis Hurley Mr. Ryan Hurley Mr. and Mrs. Kevin M. Hurley Ms. Amy Hyduk-Cardillo and Mr. Rich Cardillo Mr. and Mrs. C. James Hyslop III Mr. and Mrs. Charles I. Ironside Ivy Boutique Inc Ms. Ivy Parnasius Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Jenkins Ms. Lori A. Jodar Mr. Richard J. Johnson Ms. Pamela Johnson and Ms. Jennifer Merriman Mr. and Mrs. Ronald R. Jordan Mr. and Mrs. Dan Kay Mr. and Mrs. Thomas W. Kievit Mrs. Robert L. Kinney Ms. Susan Klimas Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Kluge Mr. and Mrs. Brad Kranig Ms. Darby A. Kuenzel Mr. and Mrs. Larry Kuiphof Mr. and Mrs. Bob Lee Mr. and Mrs. Zac LeJeune Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Lewis Ms. Erin Lin Mr. Ko-Ko Loar Mr. and Mrs. William David Lyle Ms. Monica C. Mahan Dr. Susan and Mr. Michael Malone Mr. and Mrs. David R. Martell Mr. and Mrs. Jackson T. McBroom Ms. Katie McGauley Mr. Michael Mckelvey Mr. and Mrs. William F. McKinley Mr. and Mrs. Frederick R. McMaster Ms. Jamie R. Mills and Mr. Jim Nichols Mr. and Mrs. Terry Moffatt Mr. and Mrs. James Moffatt Ms. Jaime Mondragon Mr. Scott Montgomery Mr. W. J. Moser and Ms. Sharon K. Moser Mr. Thomas Moss Ms. Gayle R. Mroczkowski Mrs. Robert Nolan Ms. Norma J. Oakley-Smith Mr. and Mrs. Dennis O’Neill Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence J. Oswald Mr. Joseph Paonessa

Mr. and Mrs. Albert W. Papa Mr. and Mrs. Richard M. Parker Dr. and Mrs. Robert R. Pattengale Mr. James S. Peery and Ms. Susan Klimas Mr. and Mrs. William A. Penner Jr. Ms. Janet Peppler Ms. Kathleen Perry Mr. and Mrs. Michael L. Pettibone Ms. Beth Piehl Mr. and Mrs. Edward J. Plawecki Jr. Ms. Linda Rakolta Mr. Scott V. Rea Mr. Thomas Reichard Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence A. Ribits Ms. Barbara Saigh Mr. and Mrs. Vivek Sankaran Ms. Penelope S. Sawyer and Mr. Jon Griffin Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Schaberg Mr. John Schmoldt and Mr. Cliff Teeter Mr. and Mrs. Scott Schropp Ms. Cheryl Sedestrom Mr. and Mrs. Greg Skau Ms. Julie Slifka Mr. Richard Smith Mr. and Mrs. William F. Souder Jr. Mr. and Mrs. William J. Sprow Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Stern Mr. and Mrs. Keith Stocker Mr. and Mrs. Gerald F. Suberlak Ms. Cathryn Sudac Ms. Sharon Mathison Suess Mr. and Mrs. Kevin N. Summers Ms. Louise Taylor Mr. and Mrs. Bruce R. Teal Mr. Scott E. Thomas Ms. Nannie Turrell Mr. and Mrs. Michael Vacketta Mrs. Gerald R. Valka Mr. and Mrs. Michael G. Vanden Boom Ms. Ellie VanderMolen Ms. Wendy Wagner Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Wallace Ms. Karmen Walter and Mr. Gordon Prince Ms. Lisa Ward and Mr. Nathan Hopkins Chris Welty Ms. Sue Ellen West Mr. and Mrs. Mark Wibel Dr. and Mrs. Daniel K. Wilcox Mr. and Mrs. Scott Wilson Witty Galerie Ms. Trisha Witty Mr. and Mrs. Michael Wolf Mr. and Mrs. Michael Youngs Ms. Nancy Zuker and Mr. Henry Lasley

Happy Tails

Happy Tails Read below as we share some of the ‘Happy Tails’ of our past Little Traverse Bay Humane Society shelter residents. These lucky pets have gone on to find forever homes, and we are thrilled that they now have families to call their own.

Eddie

Adopted September 3, 2020

Eddie is amazing! It was so hard to come back in and try again because my heart was hurting so much after Sadie, but I am so glad we did. Eddie is clingy for sure, and has very few manners when it comes to nosing the garbage can and being by my kitchen counter, but we’re working on that. It is a night and day difference from a month ago. He’s confident, and happy, and sweet - he takes treats so gentle, he will not get on the furniture (despite our permission to do so), we haven’t had to play a chase game for potty time, and no accidents in the house. Thank you so much for being patient with us, and kind with your animals and truly looking out for their, and our, best interests. Fingers crossed things continue on this path, and we will continue to keep you updated. -Jill Suitor

Hal

Adopted August 31, 2020

Hal is doing great! He’s meshed well into our home, and he is showing me more quirks every single day. He loves to sleep under the covers in my bed and loves to beg for treats (and it takes some major self-control not to give him any). He is very popular with my friends because he loves everyone! My home is covered with his favorite springs that we play with constantly. I have enjoyed having him every single day, even if he did immediately knock my fish off the counter (it was my fault, I should have known!). Hal and I are a great pair. I am so happy to have him. -Margot Zink

Otis (Buster) Adopted August 7, 2020

Otis is doing so well. He and Gus are best buds and play constantly. He loves chasing the squirrels in the yard and looking for toads in the flower beds. We are working on learning that flowers beds are off limits, but we will get there. Toads are pretty fun to chase. We did have some food aggression issues, but now we just feed them separately and he is starting to eat slower and is more relaxed. He goes into his crate and sits and waits for the okay to dig in. Gus did a great job picking him out. He loves to snuggle and has learned to sit, down and wait with verbal and hand signals. He is a smart boy, and we are so happy that he has found his forever home with us. -Kristen Harris

Five Star Favorites

Five Star Favorites Some shelter residents are adopted quickly while others wait longer to find a home. No matter how long it takes, every animal has a temporary home with us until they find a permanent one. Read about some of our long-term shelter residents who are still waiting to find a forever family.

Laker

My name is Laker, and I’m a ten and a half year old Boxer/Bulldog mix that was found as a stray well over six years ago. If you’re good at math then you’ve probably figured out that I was nearly four years old when my original family abandoned me and I became a resident at LTBHS. At the time I was truly devastated, but fortunately for me I was adopted within a very short time. My new family filled my heart with love and I made many friends over the years. I hope you can imagine how I felt when everything fell apart for the second time in my life. In just a matter of days I lost my forever home and my best friend ever when they passed away. With all the coming and going of strangers in my home, I was confused and frightened, and then I was returned to LTBHS. It wasn’t long before I re-acquainted myself with some old friends and quickly made new ones. All was well once again and I soon settled down. And now that I’ve lost a few pounds—I’m sure you understand emotional eating during stressful times—with a proper diet and plenty of exercise, I’m really starting to feel like my old self again. I have more pep and I’m looking forward to a fun filled retirement with a new forever family. The only stipulation is that I’ll probably need to be an only pet, and that’s because I’ve gotten used to being a spoiled--I mean single--guy for the latter part of my life. They say you can “teach an old dog new tricks”, but in my case probably not. I’m more of the “old habits die hard” thing. Nonetheless, I need a home that will love me for who I am for and in return I promise that I will give you my heart.

Renae

When you come to LTBHS it’s more than likely that you won’t see me at first because I’m not a socialite. My name is Renae and I’m a small one year old tiger cat. During these trying times I was transported from another shelter with too many cats. I’ll admit that it’s nice to have all this space to roam around in, that is, when I’m in the mood. Once in awhile I wander down to the lobby to visit the staff and some of the other quiet cats, but most of the day I lounge in my cozy little bed up on top of the cat condos. One of my favorite pastimes is watching all the activity below me. Needless to say, I’m a shy little girl who prefers a tranquil environment, so that means no small children, dogs or active young cats. Placid older cats are fine as long as they like me and give me some time to adjust. If you have love, patience and maybe a few yummy kitty treats, I’ll be your forever furry friend in no time.

Kaia

My name is Kaia and I’m a beautiful one year old Pit Bull mix. I was a rescue dog from down south and because things were tough for awhile, I may have picked up some unwelcomed habits. Ever wonder why some dogs cower and won’t even give you a sniff, while others approach with a wagging tail and lolling tongue? I know I do, and believe me, in my heart I wish I could be like that; openly friendly with everyone. However, there’s always something inside of me that puts the brakes on when someone unfamiliar approaches. Interestingly enough, once I’m familiar with you and I start to feel comfortable, I’m a very devoted little girl. And it was with this hope that I was taken in by a wonderful foster family who’s helping me work through this awkward situation. We’re currently polishing up my “stranger danger” socialization skills and so far I’m making great progress. In addition, I’m also learning how to use a crate and how to enjoy playing with squeaky toys and tennis balls—not all dogs know how to amuse themselves. Another thing, some dogs actually dislike other dogs and that’s me, so I need to be an only dog. However, I’m okay with cats and older children. I’m eager to have a quiet meet and greet with you, so I can show off my new social skills.

Membership and Donations

Membership and General Donations July 1, 2020-August 31, 2020

Ms. Nancy Foltz Adams Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Adams Mrs. Susan Affholter Amazon Smile Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Darrell Amlin Ms. Kelsey Ance Anonymous Mr. John Arnold The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement Mr. and Mrs. Joseph M. Audia The Back Lot Mr. David Meikle Ms. Linda Badalucco Dr. and Mrs. Michael A. Baity Ms. Michelle Baker Ms. Jane Balmer Mr. and Mrs. Steven Bartley Ms. Barbara D. Bechhold Ms. Eileen Belleau Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Belton Benevity Causes Mr. and Mrs. Neil T. Bidwell Mr. and Mrs. Carlton E. Bishop Bissell Pet Foundation Ms. Cathy Bissell Mr. Edward J. Blake and Ms. Karin-Leigh Spicer

Mrs. Florence Blesi Mr. and Mrs. D. Ward Bollinger Mr. and Mrs. Erik Borgen Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Bowman Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Brock Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Bruney Mr. and Mrs. Dennis C. Buchweitz Ms. Leslie Burk Mr. and Mrs. Daniel M. Burlew II Mr. Nicholas Caron Mrs. Thomas H. Carruthers IV Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Carson Ms. Cathy Cassidy Mr. and Mrs. Paul Chaney Mr. and Mrs. Terry Chase Mr. and Mrs. Matthew R. Clarke Ms. Suzzanne Coffin Mr. Michael G. Cowan Mr. & Mrs. Thomas C. Curtis Jr. Mr. Roger C. Cyr and Ms. Annette J. Cyr Mr. and Mrs. Ralph F. Dandona Ms. Trudy Day Ms. Catherine M. Devet and Mr. Richard Munsterman Ms. Susan H. Dika Ms. Karen L. Dillon Ms. Jo Anne Doll Mr. and Mrs. Michael P. Downey Dr. Kelly I. Dumas and Mr. Gary Dumas Mr. and Mrs. Charles J. Duray Ms. Marilyn Early and Mr. John Cowing Dr. and Mrs. Mark D. Ensberg Mr. and Mrs. James N. Erhart Mrs. Louis Fantini Mr. David L. Findlater Ms. Elizabeth Fischer Mr. and Mrs. John W. Fisher III Mr. and Mrs. Michael FitzSimons Mr. James J. Flom and Ms. Stephanie Flom Mrs. Michael Freedland Ms. Elizabeth Frey Mr. Paul Friesz Dr. and Mrs. Gerald Gadowski Mr. Frank K. Girardin Mr. Thomas R. Gohm and Ms. Susan L. Stoick Goldman, Sachs & Co. Ms. Guadalupe Gonzalez and Mr. Mario Hernandez GoodInk Com LLC Ms. Sarah Gottlieb Mr. and Mrs. Robert Green Mr. and Mrs. William Gretzinger

Ms. Nicki L. Griffith Ms. Stephanie Grozner Mr. and Mrs. Charles E. Gustafson Mrs. William A. Hanley Mr. and Mrs. Hord Hardin II Mr. and Mrs. Fred R. Harrington Jr. Mr. James A. Hart Mr. and Mrs. Glen Harvey Mr. Robert R. Harvey Healthy Alternatives, Inc. Mr. Wade L. Kelso Mr. and Mrs. Bruce R. Herard Mr. and Mrs. Donald Hescott Mrs. Niles Hill Hillâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pet Nutrition Inc. Mr. Thomas H. Horner Mr. and Mrs. William Horwath Mr. and Mrs. Edgar C. Howbert Mr. David Hoyt Ms. Pauline K. Hudson Mr. and Mrs. Robert D. Hull Mr. and Mrs. James Hull Humane Society of the United States Mr. and Mrs. C. James Hyslop III Ms. Nancy D. Inglis Mr. James H. Irwin Ms. Susan Jacob Mr. Eric C. Jirgens and Mr. Allan D. Gilmour Mr. Michael Johnson Ms. Pamela Johnson and Ms. Jennifer Merriman Ms. Adele Jordan Mr. Lou Kasischke Kelbel Pharmacy Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Jim Kelbel Elizabeth Blair Fine Pearls Ms. Elizabeth Blair Kirby Mr. and Mrs. John L. Kirila Dr. Karin Klause Mr. and Mrs. Chester K. Kowal Mr. and Mrs. John Kroha Mr. Wilbur Krusell Mr. and Mrs. Larry LaPointe Dr. and Mrs. Robert J. Levy Mr. James V. Lipscomb, Jeweler Ms. Frances Litzner Mr. and Mrs. Peter K. Loepke Mr. and Mrs. Robert Looby Mr. and Mrs. Evan D. Lyall Mr. and Mrs. Thomas P. MacArthur Mr. and Mrs. Jim Macintyre Mr. Thomas A. Mackey Ms. Mary I. MacNaughton Mr. and Mrs. Aloysius Joseph Mallette II Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence R. Marantette Mr. and Mrs. David W. McBride

Membership and Donations 17 Drs. Vaughn A. and Harriet K. McGraw Ms. Jalene McGuire Ms. Nancy Meagher Ms. Marleen J. Meggitt and Mr. Alfred K. Smith II Mr. and Mrs. Douglas H. Melvin Ms. Gayle M. Mercer Merck Foundation Ms. Cynthia E. Merry Ms. Musette A. Michael Ms. Dorothy B. Miller Ms. Jamie R. Mills and Mr. Jim Nichols Mr. and Mrs. James Moffatt Mrs. Louella Mosciski Mr. and Mrs. Edward Moyer Ms. Marlene S. Murphy Mrs. Robert Nolan Mr. and Mrs. Michael Nolan Ms. Susan M. Noyes Ms. Karin Offield Mr. and Mrs. James Offield The Offield Family Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Richard G. Onkey Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence J. Oswald Mrs. Audrey W. Otto Mr. and Mrs. Joe Palm Mr. and Mrs. John H. Parker Mrs. Robert D. Parson Sr. PayPal Giving Fund Petfinder Foundation Petoskey Harbor Wear, Inc. Ms. Judith Hitz Pledgeling Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Ross B. Pobanz Ms. Linda Postle Mr. and Mrs. Mark Prendeville Mr. and Mrs. James A. Rafko Mr. Scott V. Rea Ms. Mary Ready Ms. Brenda Reber Mr. Stephen Rehmann Mr. Thomas Reichard Mr. and Mrs. Harold W. Reick Renaissance Charitable Foundation Inc. Davis Driftwood Fund Mr. and Mrs. Jason M. Ricci Ms. Meredith Richter Ms. Linda Robarge Mr. and Mrs. John E. Rogers Dr. and Mrs. Dennis Craig Roland Ms. Susan Sargent Ms. Penelope S. Sawyer and Mr. Jon Griffin Ms. Patricia Schaffer Fosters Hardware Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Clarence E. Scheffler Mr. Thomas L. Schellenberg and The Honorable Joan E. Young Ms. Wendy Schoof Mr. and Mrs. Scott Schropp Mr. and Mrs. George M. Schuster Mr. and Mrs. Richard A. Seguin

Mr. and Mrs. Stephen B. Selden LS Design Mr. and Mrs. Tom Seltenright Ms. Karen Shimmell Mr. John Shreves Ms. Pamela Smith Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth P. Smith Clark and Linda Smith Mr. Stephen Snyder Mrs. L. Thomas Soblesky Mr. and Mrs. William C. Soellner Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence M. Spillane Dr. Janet Talmo Spooner Northern Family Medicine, PLLC Ms. JoAnne Steele Dr. and Mrs. Edward Stokel Mr. and Mrs. Kevin N. Summers Mr. and Mrs. John P. Sutorik Mrs. Gail Sweany Mr. and Mrs. David E. Taylor Mr. Richard F. Taylor Ms. Karen Taylor Thrivent Financial Mr. and Mrs. John R. Tobin Marana Webber Tost Fund Ms. Paula W. Tuschman Mr. and Mrs. William D. Van Every Ms. Suzanne VanAlstyne Mr. and Mrs. Chris Vogel Ms. Beverly Warner and Mr. Danny L. Schneider Ms. Brooke Warner James D. Washburn Trust Mr. and Mrs. Dell Weitzel Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Werda Mr. Jack Werner

and Ms. Kathleen Means Mr. and Mrs. John M. West Mrs. Allen Whittemore Mrs. Stacey Wickham Mr. Gary Wieczorek and Ms. Amy Beck Mr. Dan Wilcox Ms. Melinda Williams Ms. Barb Wiseman Mr. and Mrs. Robert H. Wolf Ms. Barbara E. Wood Mr. and Mrs. Stephen P. Yettaw Mr. and Mrs. Michael Youngblood

Membership and Donations

Special Donations Fund Life-Changing Programs July 1, 2020-August 31, 2020 Commemorative Brick Donations

Mr. and Mrs. Eric Weimer

Mr. Lou Kasischke IN MEMORY OF “JOEY” BOWMAN DEAR COMPANION

Furry F.A.C.E.S Fund

Mr. Wilbur Krusell IN LOVING MEMORY OF SONNY KOVALESKI

Harris Low Cost Spay/Neuter Fund

Dr. and Mrs. Donald Para “GIBSON” REMUS Mr. and Mrs. Tom Seltenright IN LOVING MEMORY OF “WILLIE” NAWROCKI

Building Fund

A big thank you to everyone who has contributed toward our AC unit! Mrs. Rebecca Clark Ms. Alexandra Dodds Mr. Scott W. Gordon Mr. and Mrs. Glen Harvey Mr. Karl Kresin and Ms. Anne Kresin Ms. Darby A. Kuenzel Mr. and Mrs. Joel Millstead Mr. William Seguin Mr. and Mrs. Steve Spieker

Mr. and Mrs. Tim Ward

Ms. Linda Johnson

In-Kind Donations Dr. and Mrs. Ronald Broquet Chewy Ms. Debra Hansen Mr. and Mrs. Kevin M. Hurley Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence A. Ribits

Larry Nunemaker Mr. and Mrs. Dick Mitchell Terry Plawecki Mr. and Mrs. Mark Donovan Valerie Wilson & Tracy Wintermeyer Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Adams

Memorial Donations Matthew J. Bennett Mr. and Mrs. Norm Bennett Mr. and Mrs. John Bowers Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Gammon and Ms. Patricia Gammon Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Ledingham Mitchell Graphics “Fern” Buchanan Mr. and Mrs. Richard D. Mooradian

Honorarium Donations

“Sophie Suzanne” Dienhart Ms. Anne Dienhart

Richard Bolton Mr. and Mrs. Donald W. Milock

“Izzy” Fairbanks Dr. and Mrs. Daniel K. Wilcox

“Buddy” Ferguson Mr. and Mrs. Richard D. Mooradian

Lou Fantini Mrs. Louis Fantini

Roberta Fisher Ms. Fernanda Dau Fisher

George Farkas Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Adams

“Betty” and “Josephine” Foley Mr. and Mrs. Steven Foley

Steve Horn Mr. Ken Monroe Mr. and Mrs. John Ogden

Tina and Gordon Ford Ms. Susan Anderson

“Ali” Hurley Mr. and Mrs. Bud Celmer

“Piper” & “Cassie” Doezema Mr. and Mrs. Alan Doezema

Gary Kleymeer Ms. Kristy Bishop Vanderbilt University Medical Center Ms. Marian Henthorne Mr. Dennis Hoshield Ms. Helene S. Kleymeer Ms. Margaret Morgan and Ms. Linda A. Demmer

Brenda Kulbieda Mr. and Mrs. Gerard Kulbieda LTBHS Staff Ms. Gayle R. Mroczkowski Buddy Nolan Mr. Jon Erler

Membership and Donations

Kristi Krey Mrs. Nancy L. MacGlashan Nina Lee Linebaugh Mr. and Mrs. John E. Kerr Jennifer Mann Mr. and Mrs. Julian W. Mann “Lucy” Marino Dr. and Mrs. Edward Stokel “Seamus” McCloskey Dr. and Mrs. Edward Stokel Deborah Y. Messer Mr. John M. Messer “Torrey” Nickelson Mr. and Mrs. Chris Chaney Elaine Pontius Ms. Sharon Brown Ms. Jo Crawford Mr. Jerry J. Crawford Mr. and Mrs. Brian Crawford Mr. Scott Gordon Mr. and Mrs. Frederick L. Grams Mr. and Mrs. Norman Grams Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Lauer Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Adam Schueler

Joyce ‘Star’ Woiteshek Mr. and Mrs. Scott H. Martin

“Bentley” Ribits Mr. and Mrs. Richard M. Bolton

Michael G. Phillips Good Samaritan Fund

“Abby” Rosen Dr. and Mrs. Edward Stokel

Mr. and Mrs. Charles J. Duray

“Hannah” Schroeder Ms. Sophie McGee

Molly’s Transit Fund

Alexa Sehr Ms. Roberta E. Barger Ms. Pat Sehr Sandra A. Snyder Mr. Stephen Snyder “SA” Sutorik Mr. and Mrs. John P. Sutorik

Mr. and Mrs. Robert D. Hull

Mutts With Manners Fund Athletes for Animals

Pet Pantry Fund

Donation Cannisters and Collections Thank you to the following businesses that raise funds and/or donate supplies year-round: Advanced Auto Parts Bearcub Outfitters Gurney’s Harbor Bottle Shop Harbor Springs IGA J.W. Filmore’s Restaurant IGA Pet Pantry Mancino’s Grinders & Pizza Pet Supplies Plus Reusch Jewelers Ruff Life Pet Outfitters Then and Now Antiques and Consignment Tim Bondy Physical Therapy Toski Sands Market and Wine Shop

Ms. Gaye Alexander

Donna Townsend Mr. and Mrs. Dennis P. Howard “Tom” and “Guy Noir” Whelan Ms. Sara E. Smith

We are fortunate to have so many generous animal lovers who care about helping the homeless animals at LTBHS. We hope that we have listed all of our big-hearted donors correctly. However, in a list of this size, mistakes sometimes occur. Please let us know if you find an error so that we can make the appropriate change to our records for future listings. Thank you.

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