MAY | JUNE 2015
pasadena humane society & spca
The Cat’s Meow: Neely Cat Center The Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA has taken proactive steps to help animals in our community for over a century. In 2014, we expanded our campus with the Animal Care Center providing a new public spay/ neuter clinic, Shelter Shop, training center and ample underground parking. Now, in 2015, we continue to help more animals than ever before with the opening of the Neely Cat Center. As phase III of the Campaign to Save Lives, PHS is renovating existing space to create the Neely Cat Center in order to help save lives of more underage kittens and healthy, adoptable cats. It will allow us to provide additional enrichment opportunities and, most important, bring us one step closer to our goal of zero euthanasia of healthy, placeable cats. “Cats are becoming more popular pets,” says Steve McNall, president/ CEO. “The Neely Cat Center is an investment in the welfare of cats in our care and in our community.” (continued on back page)
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LEADER OF THE PACK When the Neely Cat Center opens, cats will be housed in a state-of-theart building that is a stress-free zone just for felines. Catching up quickly to dogs as America’s most popular pet, cats at PHS will have interactive toys, increased enrichment opportunities, as well as the top notch care we have always given them. PHS will be able to care for nursing mothers and their kittens in the nursery while continuing to foster kittens until they are ready to be adopted. The Neely Cat Center provides PHS with the capacity to save thousands more lives and brings us closer to our goal of zero euthanasia of adoptable animals. We are not done! Because PHS is an open door shelter, we care for any animal that needs us. To care for the many rabbits, birds, reptiles and pocket pets that come to us, we have renovated an area just for them. We have named it the Critter House and it will contain the most up-to-date equipment, housing and even enrichment opportunities for these species. Please come to visit The Neely Cat Center and the Critter House as soon as they are open. Summertime is hard for many animals because of the drought and the heat. Your vigilance may help save a life! If you see an animal in a car with the windows shut and without access to water, call the nearest animal control agency. For any animal incident in our nine cities—Arcadia, Bradbury, Glendale, La Cañada Flintridge, Monrovia, Pasadena, San Marino, Sierra Madre and South Pasadena—call 626.792.7151 ext. 102 to let our officers know. We will always respond to an animal in distress! Although animals are the heart and soul of the Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA, our supporters, staff, volunteers, adopters and animal lovers are essential to our success. Without their work, we would not be able to achieve as much as we do. Thank you for all that you do for the animals.
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COMMUNITY HEROES
Nancy & Al Plamann Nancy and Al Plamann have spent decades supporting the Pasadena Humane Society and various local charities. They have volunteered their time as board members and have worked to raise funds in support of PHS and the programs and services of local nonprofits to ensure the community’s needs are addressed and met. A love of animals and the Pasadena Humane Society’s reputation for excellence led Nancy to become involved. “I completed the volunteer training and my first job was as a dog washer,” she said. Nancy recalled one time she picked a dog that was in need of a bath. “The dog was a bit big, but I was able to lift her into the tub,” she said. “However, I didn’t consider that when thoroughly wet, she would be many pounds heavier! Luckily, I was able to lift her out of the tub after she shook out her coat. She looked beautiful, and I’m sure she was adopted the next day.” Nancy’s involvement grew when she joined the Doglegs, Birdies and Eagles Golf Tournament Committee, which she chaired before being invited to join the PHS Board of Directors. From there, Nancy co-chaired the Capital Campaign Committee and worked to ensure PHS achieved its fundraising goals for the Animal Care Center.
These days her focus has been the Campaign to Save Cats. She and Al made the decision to make a major donation in support of the Neely Cat Center. This facility will allow PHS to save the lives of more cats and kittens and ensure the shelter’s future as the community’s premier animal welfare agency. “This is a dream come true for Al and me,” Nancy said. “We are so thankful for our generous PHS donors and cannot wait for the grand opening this summer!” Nancy and Al Plamann are our community heroes because of all they have done for the animals and for their efforts on behalf of the following organizations: Assistance League of Flintridge, National Charity League, Angels of Southern California Food Industry Circle, Western Council of the Autry National Center, San Gabriel Council of the Boy Scouts of America and Weingart Homeless Center.
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PET ED. Summer Animal Shelter Program Returns! Our updated summer program for students ages 12 to 15 is back! The Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA is hosting Summer Animal Shelter Program for Students. This five-day program offers a unique opportunity for young animal lovers to learn about the inner workings of a shelter including adoptions, animal control, training, and medical care. Students will experience hands-on work with cats, dogs and wildlife. The week concludes with participation in a filmed pet adoption TV show and a community outreach event. INFORMATION & REQUIREMENTS • Tuesday, July 7th–Saturday, July 11th, 2015 at PHS • 11:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. • Students ages 12-15 • Cost: $150 (scholarships available) HOW TO APPLY Go to www.pasadenahumane.org/ summerworkshop to download application materials. Class size is limited. Students must submit application materials by May 15, 2015. SCHEDULE: Tuesday, July 7: • Orientation • Learning About Cat Behavior • Cat Hands-on Visit to Cat Wards • Facility Tour • Animal Control Department and Their Work
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Wednesday, July 8: • Volunteering at a Shelter • Learning About Dog Behavior and Training • Dog Hands-on Work at the Training Center • Fostering Pets
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Thursday, July 9: • Spay/Neuter Clinic—Why It’s Important • Rescue Organizations Who Save Shelter Dogs • Learning about Wildlife • Wildlife Hands-on Visit • Medical Facility Programs & Tour • How Adoptions Works Friday, July 10: • Fundraising and Donations • Turning a Pet into the Shelter —How it All Works • Community Outreach via the Mobile Unit • Media Outreach: Filming an Adoption Television Show Saturday, July 11: • Participate in a Community Outreach Event Make this an unforgettable summer for young animal lovers with this exciting learning opportunity. Fetch more information about the Summer Animal Shelter Program at www.pasadenahumane.org/summerworkshop or email agriffin@pasadenahumane.org.
HAPPY TAILS Living the Good Life Traylor was one of seven orphaned, underage puppies found stray on the streets of Glendale before he was placed in our Foster Program last May. He spent the first few weeks of
and when my daughters don’t steal him off my bed, he sleeps with me every night.” “No one can live without cuddling him,” Bryn adds. When one of her daughters came down with strep throat, Traylor stayed by her side and kept her company. Bryn’s parents even “borrow” him from time to time where he enjoys sleeping in their bed and cuddling on their couch, too. Traylor was one of over 350 young animals that found homes in our Foster Program in 2014. The PHS Foster Program relies on dedicated foster volunteers to care for orphaned kittens and puppies, as well as families willing to open their homes and hearts. Traylor has become a beloved member of the family thanks to Bryn.
his life fostered by PHS staff where he socialized with his other littermates and quickly won the hearts of staff. Little did this pup know, he would soon find his forever home with Bryn Burke and her family. “He has been to Tahoe three times, has traveled in a private plane, on a boat and in a ‘weekend car’,” says Bryn. “He comes to work with me,
How has your animal companion made a difference in your life? When did you first adopt from PHS? Share your adoption story with us by emailing us at pr@ pasadenahumane.org with “Scoop Happy Tails” in the subject line. Your story may be featured in a future issue of Scoop, on our website, or on our social media channels! Include a high resolution photo (at least 3 MB at 300 dpi) and your story (no more than 300 words).
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HELP US GROW PHS Affiliates Shop to support the animals at PHS! The Affiliates program makes it easy for you to shop while still supporting the critical lifesaving programs at our shelter. Affiliates are companies that share our mission to help animals and support our shelter consistently throughout the year by giving product exclusively to our shelter or a portion of their sales. AmazonSmile, Ralphs, and Jones Coffee Roasters are examples of our Affiliates. Find out more by visiting www. pasadenahumane.org/affiliates.
You can shop for everyday items with these companies and a portion of your total will be donated back to the animals in our shelter. As an Affiliate, your company can enjoy the visibility of having your logo on our page and inclusion of our Holiday Gift Guide. If your company is interested in becoming an Affiliate please contact Melissa Fuentes at mfuentes@pasadenahumane.org to learn more about the benefits of this program.
Autos for Animals Turn your car, motorcycle, boat or RV into a contribution for the animals by donating them to the Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA. You can donate your vehicle even if its not running, registered or smog checked.
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It’s easy to get started, just contact our vehicle donation partner, Riteway Charity Services, at 888-250-4490. The staff at Riteway Charity Services will take care of everything, from towing, processing all of the DMV paperwork and selling
the vehicle at auction. Proceeds from the vehicle’s sale will support our programs, services and is tax-deductible to the fullest extent permitted by law. Every year PHS helps over 12,000 dogs, cats, rabbits, birds and other animals. Your gift will ensure that these lost, injured and homeless animals are given nourishing food, comforting shelter and much-needed medical care. If you have further questions about our vehicle donation program, please contact Melissa Fuentes at 626.792.7151 ext. 130.
When you donate to the Pasadena Humane Society, you help animals in Arcadia, Bradbury, Glendale, La Cañada Flintridge, Monrovia, Pasadena, San Marino, Sierra Madre, and South Pasadena. The Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA is not part of any national animal organization. All of the funds you contribute to PHS stay locally. Donate to the Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA and help the animals in your community.
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EVENT ROUND UP San Marino Motor Classic Tune your engines! The San Marino Motor Classic is gearing up for its fifth
annual outing on the rolling green lawns of Lacy Park on Sunday, June 14th , 2015 from 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. Spend the day with your family and witness more than 200 classic and collector cars, and historic motorcycles, from all eras of the twentieth century. Lacy Park is located at 1485 Virginia Road, San Marino 91108. Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the door. Proceeds from the event will support the Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.pasadenahumane.org/smmc or call 626.792.7151 x 167.
Save The Date: It’s Wiggle Waggle Walk time! Join thousands of animal lovers and their four-legged companions on Sunday, September 27, 2015 for a community dog walk and fundraiser. The Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA’s 17th Annual Wiggle Waggle Walk is our biggest fundraising event of the year because of committed and caring people just like you! With your help, we hope to raise $400,000 to provide care for the thousands of animals that come to our shelter annually. Register for the Wiggle Waggle Walk today and win exciting prizes as you fundraise for the animals- everyone is a winner! For more information, visit www.wigglewagglewalk.org, or call 626.792.7151 ext. 167.
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Neely Cat Center (continued from page 1) This “cat zone” will be located at the southwest corner of the shelter with separate entry from the dog kennels, which will help reduce stress among cats. The new center comes complete with a floor plan incorporating separate rooms to help contain disease outbreaks and increase survival rates, a kitten nursery, feral cat room, enrichment equipment, state-of-the-art kennels with separate areas for food/litter and comfortable beds, two community cat
rooms for cats who prefer community and three cat rooms for cats who prefer to be alone. Additionally, there will be two adoption counseling offices and offices for cat behavior staff. The newest addition to our campus will provide the best quality of care to cats and ensure that the Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA continues its mission of compassion and care for all animals. Learn more about the Neely Cat Center at www.pasadenahumane.org/cats.
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Mon-Fri 10 am—7 pm Sat 9 am—5 pm Sun 11 am—5 pm
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