Posted in Shelter Makeover

Although disappointed that we didn't make the ZOOTOO top ten I'm glad that someone from our state did. It must be hard to decide who stays and who goes but without doubt anyone working in animal welfare is deserving of help. Mostly I hope that the contest generates publicity about how much financial need is out there and that the need to spay/nue… read more

Posted in Shelter Makeover

For the last ten years our board and members have been dreaming about a new building. We raised money and have gone without like working bathrooms) in order to get enough money to start. This week work has started on clearing the grounds in order to make the site ready for a new building. We have almost enough money to complete the shell of the … read more

Posted in Travel

Now that the Cotillion is over I need to plan for my time at HSUS. There are so many exciting things happening. On Monday I'm going to the Maddie's Fund Workshop. Tuesday is ZOOTOO and Wednesday/Thursday more workshops and National Federation meetings. I'm Secretary on the board and have gotten to know this group quite well. They have good ide… read more

Posted in Fundraising

We had our big fund raising event on Saturday night and it was so wonderful to see everyone. The dogs were amazing and their owners were all enjoying the evening which raised money for the less fortunate dogs and cats in the shelter. The event is a lot of work but well worth it when you see how much fun everyone is having and it makes me happy to… read more

Posted in Fundraising

We've spent the last week finalizing plans for our Canine Cotillion this weekend. We've gotten a good turnout (230 people will be coming with their dogs) and the tent will be full and beautiful but of course -- it's starting to rain and they are predicting rain on Saturday. YUCK. let's hope the weatherman is wrong. Please! read more