Foundation Update 2020 Animal Archives
Pet of the Year
The Missouri Veterinary Medical Foundation (MVMF) has announced the winner of the 2020 Animal Archives “Pet of the Year.” The Archives offers an internet-based memorial program devoted to departed pets. This year’s winner is “Louie,” a 18-year-old mixed breed cat owned by Sandy Perley of Columbia, Mo. His veterinarian was Terry Chapman, DVM, at Noah’s Ark Animal Hospital, Columbia, “Louie” 2020 Animal Archives MO. Pet of the Year. Louie was one of six nominees in this year’s competition. Nominees are chosen from the previous year’s submissions to the Archives. During 2019/2020, the public was invited to vote online for their favorite departed pet based on its life story and the bond between the pet and its owners. Over 900 votes were cast for the six candidates. An Honorable Mention goes to the other five Pet of the Year candidates: “Shasta”, “Mason”, “Lanie”, “Bailey” and “Skittles”. “Today my buddy Louie who has been with me for 15 years passed away at the age of 18. He had such a BIG personality and I loved him so much. He had his share of health issues being diagnosed with a rare form of Glaucoma 9 years ago and got eye drops every night, in March 2015 I discovered he was deaf after Goose died and recently high blood pressure with more meds. I took care of him with great care and he put up with it all! Through all the trials he lived his life to the fullest. I truly believe he knew how much I loved him, and I know he loved me back! He brought so much joy to my life. But for now, my heart is breaking, and I will miss his presence in my life each and every day. I LOVE YOU LOUIE.” Many thanks to Dr. Chapman and the staff at Noah’s Ark Animal Hospital for their care and concern for Louie over the years.
You can now view the next Pet of the Year candidates and vote for your favorite pet. Go to the Animal Archives of Missouri website at www.mopetmemorial.com. 30
Event Highlights from Your Missouri Veterinary Medical Foundation
Highlights and Actions of the Missouri Veterinary Medical Foundation Saturday, April 25, 2020 The Missouri Veterinary Medical Foundation met Saturday, April 25, 2020 in a virtual online meeting. MINUTES: Attendees: Dr. Greg Popp Dr. Renny Buckaloo Dr. James Montgomery Dr. Ed Migneco Dr. Roger Dozier Dr. Scott Fray Dr. George Fischer Dr. Caitlin DeWilde Dr. Phil Brown Mr. Richard Antweiler Mrs. Julie Braun Ms. Lori Muhlenbruch Ms. Brette Henderson 1. The agenda was adopted. 2. The January meeting minutes were adopted. 3. Treasurer’s report and the budget for 2020-2021 was adopted. 4. The total income for the silent auction and live auction was $12,745.50. 5. The grant task force submitted a point system for the Foundation’s Grant Applications. 6. Julie Braun reported on a possible collaboration between the Foundation and the MVMA Animal Welfare Committee on providing Narcan Kits for law enforcement dogs. 7. Dr. Kenneth Knoernschild created his own handwritten formulary and that item was donated to the museum. Full minutes of the MVMF Board and all other boards and committees can be accessed through the MVMA website, www.movma.org. Go to the home page, click on the Volunteer tab.
