1 INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cat Adoption Event 3 Alumni 16 Volunteer Spotlight 18 Spay/Neuter 23 LEAGUE LINES JANUARY — FEBRUARY 2011 11-1 My Last Hope Program Annual Update Since its inception in 1997, many of our harder to place animals have been adopted through the League’s My Last Hope program. Dogs and cats in this program have been selected because they are older, have been with us for a length of time and/or have on- going medical conditions. Through this program, the League pays for post-adoption veterinary expenses at Highland Heights Animal Hospital for the rest of that animal’s life. The My Last Hope program helps pets with manageable medical conditions or those of an ad- vanced age find homes by elimi- nating medical bills and by elimi- nating adoption fees. Because we are a no-kill shelter, people sometimes ask ―Why is it called My Last Hope?‖ The answer is that this program just might give some of our pets their last hope of adoption, so that they do not have to spend their final years at a shelter instead of in a loving home. In the 14 years of this program’s existence, it has done just that for over 65 cats and dogs. The League budgets funds annu- ally to support this program, and this year, we were lucky to also have many, many generous mem- bers and friends donate addi- tional funds to My Last Hope as a result of our Spring Appeal let- ter. Thanks to all of these won- derful donors, we were able to help even more special residents find homes. A record seven cats and five dogs were adopted as part of the My Last Hope pro- gram in 2010. (Several more were adopted already in 2011.) We are very grateful to everyone who helped make this possible. If you would like to help sustain the My Last Hope program, you may do so by sending a check payable to the League for Animal Welfare and marked ―My Last Hope‖ in the memo line, or by selecting the My Last Hope op- tion in the on-line donation sec- tion of our website, www.lfaw.org. Adopted in 2010 were the fol- lowing cats: Fred, Luigi, Holly, Pretzel, Spritz, Tyger and Sabrina. The My Last Hope dogs adopted this past year were Bettie, Pepe, Austin, Tank and Korbin. There are currently two cats and one dog in the program (although others may be added as the year progresses). The cats are Tabitha (estimated birth date: 02/2006; date of arrival: 02/2009) and Figi (estimated birth date: 06/2005; date of arrival: 06/2007). Faye (estimated birth date: 11/2006; date of arrival: 11/2008) is currently the only dog in the program.
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I N S I D E T H I S
I S S U E :
Cat Adoption
Event
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Alumni 16
Volunteer
Spotlight
18
Spay/Neuter 23
LEAGUE LINES J A N U A R Y — F E B R U A R Y 2 0 1 1 1 1 - 1
My Last Hope Program Annual Update Since its inception in 1997, many
of our harder to place animals
have been adopted through the
League’s My Last Hope program.
Dogs and cats in this program
have been selected because they
are older, have been with us for
a length of time and/or have on-
going medical condit ions.
Through this program, the
League pays for post-adoption
veterinary expenses at Highland
Heights Animal Hospital for the
rest of that animal’s life.
The My Last Hope program helps
pets with manageable medical
conditions or those of an ad-
vanced age find homes by elimi-
nating medical bills and by elimi-
nating adoption fees. Because
we are a no-kill shelter, people
sometimes ask ―Why is it called
My Last Hope?‖ The answer is
that this program just might give
some of our pets their last hope
of adoption, so that they do not
have to spend their final years at
a shelter instead of in a loving
home. In the 14 years of this
program’s existence, it has done
just that for over 65 cats and
dogs.
The League budgets funds annu-
ally to support this program, and
this year, we were lucky to also
have many, many generous mem-
bers and friends donate addi-
tional funds to My Last Hope as a
result of our Spring Appeal let-
ter. Thanks to all of these won-
derful donors, we were able to
help even more special residents
find homes. A record seven cats
and five dogs were adopted as
part of the My Last Hope pro-
gram in 2010. (Several more
were adopted already in 2011.)
We are very grateful to everyone
who helped make this possible.
If you would like to help sustain
the My Last Hope program, you
may do so by sending a check
payable to the League for Animal
Welfare and marked ―My Last
Hope‖ in the memo line, or by
selecting the My Last Hope op-
tion in the on-line donation sec-
t i o n o f o u r w e b s i t e ,
www.lfaw.org.
Adopted in 2010 were the fol-
lowing cats: Fred, Luigi, Holly,
Pretzel, Spritz, Tyger and Sabrina.
The My Last Hope dogs adopted
this past year were Bettie, Pepe,
Austin, Tank and Korbin.
There are currently two cats and
one dog in the program
(although others may be added
as the year progresses). The cats
are Tabitha (estimated birth date:
02/2006; date of arrival: 02/2009)
and Figi (estimated birth date:
06/2005; date of arrival:
06/2007). Faye (estimated birth
date: 11/2006; date of arrival:
11/2008) is currently the only
dog in the program.
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L E A G U E L I N E S
2011 My Last Hope Program
Faye
Breed: Shepherd/Husky mix
Estimated Date of Birth: 11/2006
Weight: 55 pounds
Faye was transferred from a traditional shelter, where
she was taken after being found running in a field. It
turned out that the field WAS her home - and her owner
did not mind if the shelter took her. Faye is an active girl
and would love to find an equally active owner dedicated
to fulfilling her exercise requirements, or another dog to
play with (males are preferred.) Faye is playful with toys
and enjoys a game of fetch. Faye would do well in a home
with children over the age of eight.
Tabitha
Breed: Short-haired grey tabby
Estimated Date of Birth: 02/2006
Tabitha came from a house with over 15 cats. She was
nursing all of the kittens in the home. We could not take
her at first, because we could not catch all of the kittens
she was helping. Fortunately, we were finally able to take
her. She was pregnant again when she came in. But
now, all of her kittens are raised, and she is ready for a
home of her own. She deserves a loving home, especially
after she was such a loving mom to so many. She is a
great cat!
Figi
Breed: Short-haired brown tabby
Estimated Date of Birth: 06/2005
Figi was found after she had been deserted at a local
business. She and her three very young kittens were left
to survive on their own. Figi is a petite girl who is a little
shy, but once she gets comfortable with someone, she
loves to be held and petted.
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Uma Breed: Short-haired white
Estimated Birth Date: 04/2006
Uma was found as a stray, with four very healthy babies, and she is now
ready for a home. She is a little shy at first, but quickly warms up to people.
She is very happy to be cuddled in your arms for as long as you will allow her
to stay there. She will be fine in a home with other cats and would make a
great companion.
Jake Breed: Short-haired orange
Estimated Birth Date: 04/2006
Jake was originally adopted from a local pet store. His owner was elderly
and could no longer care for him. We have found that Jake does not like
dogs. He is taking a while to get used to his other feline roommates, but is
adjusting OK. He would probably do best in a quieter household, since that
is what he has known most of his life. Jake is declawed.
Hilary Breed: Short-haired brown tabby
Estimated Date of birth: 03/2007
Hilary was being fostered for another shelter who had no room for her and
her babies, but we were able to take them. Hilary is extremely shy and
frightens easily. Spend some quiet time with her and you will find that she
loves attention and being petted. She also loves other cats. Hilary needs a
quiet home and someone who will give her time to blossom.
Mischa Breed: Short-haired white with black
Estimated Date of Birth: 09/2006
Mischa was found as a pregnant stray. She had six healthy kittens who have
all found homes. She was a wonderful mom, but now she is ready for a
home of her own, where she will be loved and taken care of. She is good
with the other cats in her room, as well as with dogs. She is a very friendly
and outgoing cat and would be a great companion for some lucky person or
family.
Jenna Breed: Short-haired dilute tortie
Estimated Date of Birth: 01/2006
Jenna was found as a pregnant stray and delivered four healthy kittens. She is
a very friendly cat who loves to be picked up and loves to sit on your lap.
She seems to like people a lot, but is unhappy with other felines around her.
For this reason, Jenna has taken up occupancy in the hallway of the cat area
at the League. She would probably do best in a home with no cats or with
just one cat that is gentle and unassuming.
These cats are looking for a home . . or a sponsor
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Jackson Breed: American Bulldog mix
Estimated Birth Date: 12/2005 Weight: 63 pounds
Jackson was rescued from an abusive situation and housed at various
adoption agencies until he came to the League. He can usually be seen
with his favorite orange ball in his mouth, hoping for a playmate to come
his way. He enjoys playing with dogs his size or bigger. Any children in his
new home should be 12 or older, due to the big lug’s rough style of play.
A meeting with our trainer to discuss life with Jackson is required before
his adoption.
Erin B reed : Co l l i e m ix
Estimated Date of Birth: 04/2009 Weight: 30 pounds
Found as a stray with her sister, Erin is pretty under-socialized. We are
working on building her confidence and she is doing much better. She is a
very sweet girl who may or may not always be a bit shy, but she is a great
dog who loves to be with people, once she knows them.
Bonnee Breed: Basenj i mix
Estimated Date of Birth: 03/2010 Weight: 20 pounds
Bonnee has TONS of personality! You just have to come in and meet her
to really appreciate this little girl. She was adopted as a small puppy, but
was returned when her owner lost her job and was losing her home. She
is still on the small side and will remain small. She just loves everyone and
wants a home of her own again.
Hanley Breed: Pointer/Lab mix
Estimated Date of Birth: 11/2009 Weight: 51 pounds
Hanley came from another shelter, so we don’t know a lot about her
background. However, she has shown us nothing but wanting attention
and showing affection. She is just an all around great girl! We are working
on her crate training and socializing her a bit more, but she is pretty
darned nice the way she is. Hanley would make an awesome addition to
some lucky family.
Spunky Breed: Brittany Spaniel/Beagle mix
Estimated Date of Birth: 05/2006 Weight: 30 pounds
Spunky was transferred from a county shelter. He is an energetic, playful
and affectionate dog. He loves belly rubs and is a snuggler. Spunky likes to
be with people and is even good about being brushed. A home where he
can get plenty of exercise would be great for him. An owner devoted to
continued obedience training would help Spunky be the best dog that he
can be. He seems to be good with other dogs, so long as they don’t try to
take his toys!
These dogs are looking for a home . . or a sponsor
Authorized organization’s name & address: League for
Animal Welfare
4193 Taylor Road
Batavia, OH
45103
Mission statement: The League for Animal Welfare is a voluntary,
no-kill, non-profit organization, dedicated to bettering the lives of
companion animals in the Greater Cincinnati area, by providing shel-
ter, adoption, public education and spay/neuter programs.
Board of Directors: Bob Faelten President
Bruce Gack Vice President
Chris White Treasurer
Diann Cox Secretary
Toni Roach Joyce Blersch
Mike Weber Lindsey Pertuset
Gina Settle Tracy O’Connor
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