Wags ‘n Whiskers Volume 17 — Issue 1 Inside this issue: Lakeshore Humane Society, Inc. 1551 North 8th Street Manitowoc, WI 54220 Phone: 920-684-5401 Fax: 920-684-5702 E-mail: [email protected]Visit us on the Web See us on facebook Hours of Operation www.lakeshorehumane.org Lakeshore Humane Society Monday & Tuesday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday & Friday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Closed Holidays Closed Wednesdays March 2013 IS FOSTERING RIGHT FOR YOU? Please take a few moments now and ask yourself: “Does fostering an animal fit my household and my life?” The health and welfare of all individuals in your home – human and animal – must be considered before bringing a creature into the mix. Fostering a homeless pet should never be considered unless your home environment is happy, safe, healthy and spacious enough to nurture the foster pet adequately and retain sanity among the existing members of your home. If any of your family members are contending with allergies, excessive stress, other physical or mental health issues, career instability, financial difficulties, or housing or space restrictions, fostering is not a good option for you at this time. But if you believe you have the ability to foster, and the entire household agrees that fostering would be a positive experience, your next question should be: “Do I have the time?” Fostering a shelter pet is a 24/7 job. Although you may not be physically interacting with the animal every second of the day, you will be responsible round the clock for the pet's safety, comfort, and general well-being, and this responsibility alone can be exhausting. If your work or family schedule is already so hectic that adding another time-consuming responsibility will only create more stress, do not consider fostering at this time. If that new foster dog will spend long periods of time in his crate – periods that frequently approach or exceed the eight-hour threshold – or if you've killed your umpteenth houseplant because you just haven't had time to water it, you'll want to put those foster dreams on hold for now. The amount of personal attention needed will vary greatly from animal to animal, but you can expect to spend anywhere from three to seven hours a day interacting with a foster pet, and even more if you're planning to foster puppies or kittens. Teaching dogs or cats the lessons they will need to become happy, thriving, lifelong members of another family is the essence of fostering, and this takes time and patience. You may also want to ask yourself: “Am I prepared to say goodbye?” Some foster animals may be with their foster families for days, or even months, before they are ready to return to the shelter, or are adopted into their forever home. It is important to remember that fostering should not be viewed as a “trial adoption”. Anyone who fosters must be realistic about the expected outcome: that the animal will be adopted by another family. While it is impossible not to become attached to your sweet dog or cat living in your home, it's necessary to keep your original goals in mind and remain committed to finding the animal a new family. Think of it this way: For each pet who is adopted by his foster family, one fewer “foster opportunity” exists, which translates into fewer animals being given a wonderful chance at life in a real home. If you find it hard to say goodbye, imagine how happy your foster pet will be in his or her new home – and remember how you helped make that happen. If you would consider becoming a foster parent, please contact Lakeshore Humane Society. If you have ANY questions, please don't hesitate to contact LHS! Nonprofit Organization US Postage Paid Manitowoc, WI 54220 Fricke Printing Service “Animals are such agreeable friends - they ask no questions, they pass no criticisms.” ~ George Elliot L H S I AKESHORE UMANE OCIETY, NC. 1551 N 8 S M WI 54220 P F E- ORTH TH TREET ANITOWOC, HONE: AX: MAIL: 920-684-5401 920-684-5702 [email protected]www.lakeshorehumane.org Calendar of Events 2013 March 29 WOMT Be My Guest April PETCO Adoption Weekend April 20 Stuff-A-Van Event - TR April 27 Quarterly Membership Meeting at Shoreline Credit Union, Mtwc Spring Cleanup Day at LHS May 5-11 Be Kind to Animals Week May 27 Memorial Day Parade June Adopt a Shelter Cat Month August 15-17 Annual LHS Rummage Sale August 17 Stuff-A-Van Event - Mtwc September 21 Annual Walk for Kindness October 19 Stuff-A-Van Event - TR 3pm (Anyone who wants to help contact Dawn at [email protected]) Mission Statement The mission of the corporation is to ensure the humane and compassionate treatment of all animals entrusted to its care, reunite lost animals with their owners, provide for all adoptable animals to be placed in responsible, permanent homes, euthanize animals when necessary and extend humane education to the public. 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Wags ‘n Whiskers
Volume 17 — Issue 1
Inside this issue:
Lakeshore HumaneSociety, Inc.
1551 North 8th StreetManitowoc, WI 54220Phone: 920-684-5401
Please take a few moments now and askyourself: “Does fostering an animal fit myhousehold and my life?”
The health and welfare of all individuals inyour home – human and animal – must beconsidered before bringing a creature intothe mix. Fostering a homeless pet shouldnever be considered unless your homeenvironment is happy, safe, healthy andspacious enough to nurture the foster petadequately and retain sanity among theexisting members of your home. If any ofyour family membersare contending withallergies, excessivestress, other physicalor mental healthi s s u e s , c a r e e rinstability, financiald i f f i c u l t i e s , o rhousing or spacerestrictions, fosteringis not a good optionfor you at this time.But if you believe youhave the ability tofoster, and the entirehousehold agreesthat fostering wouldb e a p o s i t i v eexperience, your nextquestion should be:“Do I have the time?”
Fostering a shelter pet is a 24/7 job.Although you may not be physicallyinteracting with the animal every second ofthe day, you will be responsible round theclock for the pet's safety, comfort, andgeneral well-being, and this responsibilityalone can be exhausting. If your work orfamily schedule is already so hectic thatadding another t ime-consumingresponsibility will only create more stress,do not consider fostering at this time. If thatnew foster dog will spend long periods oftime in his crate – periods that frequentlyapproach or exceed the eight-hourthreshold – or if you've killed yourumpteenth houseplant because you just
haven't had time to water it, you'll want toput those foster dreams on hold for now.The amount of personal attention neededwill vary greatly from animal to animal, butyou can expect to spend anywhere fromthree to seven hours a day interacting with afoster pet, and even more if you're planningto foster puppies or kittens. Teaching dogsor cats the lessons they will need to becomehappy, thriving, lifelong members ofanother family is the essence of fostering,and this takes time and patience.
You may also want to ask yourself: “Am Iprepared to say goodbye?”Some foster animals may be with theirfoster families for days, or even months,
before they are readyto return to the shelter,or are adopted intotheir forever home. It isi m p o r t a n t t or e m e m b e r t h a tfostering should notbe viewed as a “trialadoption”. Anyonewho fosters must berealistic about theexpected outcome:that the animal will beadopted by anotherfamily. While it isimpossible not tobecome attached toyour sweet dog or catliving in your home, it'snecessary to keep youroriginal goals in mind
and remain committed to finding theanimal a new family. Think of it this way: Foreach pet who is adopted by his foster family,one fewer “foster opportunity” exists, whichtranslates into fewer animals being given awonderful chance at life in a real home. Ifyou find it hard to say goodbye, imaginehow happy your foster pet will be in his orher new home – and remember how youhelped make that happen.
If you would consider becoming a fosterparent, please contact Lakeshore HumaneSociety. If you have ANY questions, pleasedon't hesitate to contact LHS!
Nonprofit Organization
US Postage Paid
Manitowoc, WI 54220Fricke Printing
Service
“Animals are such agreeable friends - they ask no
questions, they pass no criticisms.” ~ George Elliot
Attention: Newsletter1551 North 8th StreetManitowoc, WI 54220
Inclusion in our newsletter doesnot necessarily indicated
endorsement or support by theLakeshore Humane Society.
Some articles may come fromother humane organizations or
individuals thereof. Articles maybe edited due to space
constraints, etc.
Directors
Felicia GauthierJoe Gunzel
Ann Marie LuckowKim Lazansky Philippi
Kim RepinskiKitty Wendt
Shelter Staff
Jodi FieldGina CotterElise Geiger
Sarah FranklinKarley ClaytonMary Jo Becker
Dori ChaseJoAnne Kohlbeck
Cathy HudsonNicole DowningPaige WilsonCasey FayesHelen Brown
Dear Friends of the LHS
This last quarter, the Board of Directorscreated action plans to accomplish fourkey strategic objectives identified in anearlier brainstorming session:
• Hire a Director of Operations• Improve LHS Operations• Decrease Days of Care• Increase Presence in the Community
I would like to share with you details ofthe plan to decrease the number of daysan animal is in the care of LHS (aka“Velocity”). Increasing the velocity ofanimals moving through the facility willdecrease stress on the animals andoperating costs.
LHS goals are:
• Decrease Average Days in Care from69.2 to 30 days overall (81.5 to 40days for cats and 46 to 20 days fordogs)
• Reduce average daily cat populationfrom over 100 to 65
• Increase average cat adoptions permonth from 52 to 65
LHS will meet these goals by:
• Streamlining the adoptions protocols• Decreasing stress on cats• Creating a Fast-Track Adoption process
Giving cats a place to hide can helpreduce stress. According to theAssociation of Shelter VeterinariansGuidelines for Standards of Care, onestudy found that the ability to hide led todecreased stress hormones in cats(Carlstead 1993).
Stress hormones (i.e. cortisol) can causesuppression of the immune system.
Reconfiguring existing LHS cat housing(connecting two cages via a PVC portalhole) will offer cats:
• A hiding place inside their housing• An elevated perch• A separate area for their bathroom from
their food, water & sleeping place
LHS will start implementing these plansover the next quarter and continue onthroughout the year.
has already started andthey are already arriving at the shelter.Foster homes are needed to care for theorphaned kittens until they are 2 monthsold before they can be relocated to theirforever home.
, Dr. Andrea Carroll for yourpledge to match animal sponsorships.Through your generosity and that of 42other individuals, 84 total animaladoption fees have been reduced and 39animals have found forever homes.
, we are half way there.
There will be a survey in the next (June)edition of Wags & Whiskers asking foryour view of how LHS is serving thecommunity. Please take time to completeit. Your input is greatly appreciated.
If you have any questions or concernsabout the content of this editorial, I wouldlove to talk with you. Please call the shelterand leave a message for me.
President, LHS Board of Directors
(According to Erica Smedberg, DVM,Shelter Veterinarian at Dane CountyHumane Society).
Ourgoal is 200
Kitten season
Thank you
Keith Philippi,
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In 2012, you helped LHS raise over$1000.
LHS needs your help…please bringyour empty bagged aluminum cansto the shelter.
Our goal for 2013 is $2000.
Thank you
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MEMORIALS & HONORARIUMS
Dr Andrea Carroll
Chester
Gladys Stefl
Joseph Burich
Lee Ruzek
Suzanne
Mr & Mrs Monian
Alice Zietlow
Emily Cattani
Mitzie Skrepenski
Suzanne
Tami Thompson
Bernice Zimmermann
Heather Cammarn
Paul Kiebe Family
Rusty
Carole Boutwell
Marie Kaprowski
Marvin & Ruth Olson
Lady
Gilbert Brandt
Marliese Spritka
Ernest Krajnik
Norman Fesing
Dorothy Ulrich
Nancy Porubansky
Lloyd Rydzewski
Friends of Two RiversClinic
Davis, Nancy
Hauck, Bill & Janet
Allison, Doug & Kimbra
Raether, Loris Lou
JagemannCharles
Monian, Dora Lee
Costantini, Mary & Bob
Modra, Kathy
Mellberg, Mary
Jagemann, Charles
Iliff, ToddWeichert RealtorsHansen, Dean & ChristiBaumgartner, RobertReynolds, CharlesFisher, JannWalchee, ScottFries, JonUnited One C UWhirlow, Donald & MildredThompson, DonaldZuscin, Andrea
the sale. These items do no sell well or at all. At the
end of the sale we have to pay a fee to dispose of
electronic equipment.
Wagon Wheel Light Show - a brilliant success!
Thank you to Jeff Frank, creator of the Wagon WheelLight Show for the beautiful light show once again thiswinter. The light show was held from December 8-30,2012 on Wagon Wheel Road. Jeff spent an enormousamount of time stringing lights and programming musicto display a wonderful show. He donated $4111 from hislightshow to the Lakeshore Humane Society. Theanimals and staff greatly appreciate it.
Wagon Wheel Light Show - a brilliant success!
Thank you to Jeff Frank, creator of the Wagon WheelLight Show for the beautiful light show once again thiswinter. The light show was held from December 8-30,2012 on Wagon Wheel Road. Jeff spent an enormousamount of time stringing lights and programming musicto display a wonderful show. He donated $4111 from hislightshow to the Lakeshore Humane Society. Theanimals and staff greatly appreciate it.
Stuff-a-VanA Fundraising Event to benefit the
Lakeshore Humane SocietyA Fundraising Event to benefit the
Lakeshore Humane Society
Shop from our list
of items and fill the
van with needed food
and supplies for the
animals at the
shelter.
Shop from our list
of items and fill the
van with needed food
and supplies for the
animals at the
shelter.
March 16 & August 17
April 20 & October 19
Two Rivers
Manitowoc
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In Two Rivers
2848 Memorial Drive and
3131 Mishicot Road
In Manitowoc
4400 Calumet Avenue
Phone: 920-482-3700
Fax: 920-482-3701
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Faithful Friends Pet Cremation ServicesFor those who want the best for their beloved pets
Division of Jens, Reinbold & Pfeffer
Family Funeral Homes and Crematory
1122 S. 8th St., Manitowoc, WI 54220
Tel.: (920) 769-0500
Attention All Members!!!It is your right and privilege to work on a committee.
We are always in need of your involvement to serve on the following committees:
Please e-mail secretary Dawn at [email protected] if you are interested in serving on a committee.
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Thank you to Petco for picking us to be oneof two recipients of their Holiday 2012Fundraiser. LHS BOD member Joe Gunzeland volunteer Dr. Ron Ziolkowski took timeto portray Santa. LHS volunteer Elise wasan Elf, and a shelter dog (to date, she is stillwaiting for a her home) Taylor, We spent afew hours taking Pet Pictures with Santa. Abig thank you goes out to the wonderfulPetco shoppers who made this event asuccess. Petco does a lot for LHS throughoutthe year, this event brought in $1900.
In Memory of BrutusPerhaps you brought in a bag of food,
Or quietly came and left some money.
Perhaps you brought the soft beds and blankets.
If so, we saw it there. Thank you.
Perhaps you wrote some kind words of consolation,
Or you just thought of us that day and prayed.
Whatever you did to ease our load,
Your kindness touched us more than words can say.
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The Staff & VolunteersLakeshore Humane SocietyThe Staff & VolunteersLakeshore Humane Society
sponsorship in kind. So, if you sponsor a pet, you’ll help do
twice the good since Dr. Carroll will then sponsor one as
well! If you would like to sponsor, stop in at the front desk.
Wags & Whiskers
Come to the LHS to meet Jake...he is waiting for his home!forever
Dr.
Come join us for our first ever on leash egg hunt fordogs! There will be special perforated plastic eggswith delicious smelling treats inside of them foryour dog to find! The Easter egg hunt for dogs will beheld on the trails in the back of the shelter.
All donations benefit the animals of theLakeshore Humane Society.
There will also be special prizes for any dog wearingEaster bunny ears or their Easter bonnet! And beready to have your picture taken!
Bring your own basket and come have some fun!
Come join us for our first ever on leash egg hunt fordogs! There will be special perforated plastic eggswith delicious smelling treats inside of them foryour dog to find! The Easter egg hunt for dogs will beheld on the trails in the back of the shelter.
All donations benefit the animals of theLakeshore Humane Society.
There will also be special prizes for any dog wearingEaster bunny ears or their Easter bonnet! And beready to have your picture taken!
Bring your own basket and come have some fun!
Come join us for our first ever on leash egg hunt fordogs! There will be special perforated plastic eggswith delicious smelling treats inside of them foryour dog to find! The Easter egg hunt for dogs will beheld on the trails in the back of the shelter.
All donations benefit the animals of theLakeshore Humane Society.
There will also be special prizes for any dog wearingEaster bunny ears or their Easter bonnet! And beready to have your picture taken!
Bring your own basket and come have some fun!
Come join us for our first ever on leash egg hunt fordogs! There will be special perforated plastic eggswith delicious smelling treats inside of them foryour dog to find! The Easter egg hunt for dogs will beheld on the trails in the back of the shelter.
All donations benefit the animals of theLakeshore Humane Society.
There will also be special prizes for any dog wearingEaster bunny ears or their Easter bonnet! And beready to have your picture taken!
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