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ADOPTIONS & DONATIONS
American Humane Association Foreclosure Pets Grants. Grant money is awarded to qualifying American Humane member shelters. Animal welfare organizations interested in applying for a Foreclosure Pets Grant should email the following information to grants@americanhumane.org with “Foreclosure Pets Grant” in the subject line: Organization name and mission statement, American Humane member number and desired use of funds. The maximum grant amount is $2,000 per organization. Visit the American Humane Association for more information.
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Farm Sanctuary’s Adopt-A-Turkey project. For a one-time donation of $30, adopters will receive a special Adopt-A-Turkey certificate complete with color photo of a rescued turkey who resides at one of Farm Sanctuary’s shelters. For more information about adopting a turkey instead of eating one and to view this year’s “adoptable” turkeys, visit adoptaturkey.org or call 1-888-SPONSOR. Farm Sanctuary’s shelters in New York and California provide lifelong care for nearly 1,000 rescued farm animals. For more information, please visit the Farm Sanctuary.
Humane Society of the United States home foreclosure and financial crisis fund. The fund was created because of the sharp increase reported by shelters in the number of families unable to afford to keep or feed their pets. The money is used to assist local animal shelters and rescue organizations to help keep people and their pets together. Visit the Humane Society of the United States to make a donation.
Humane Society of the United States home foreclosure and financial crisis fund. The fund was created because of the sharp increase reported by shelters in the number of families unable to afford to keep or feed their pets. The money is used to assist local animal shelters and rescue organizations to help keep people and their pets together. Visit the Humane Society of the United States to make a donation.
Move America Forward care packages for military working dogs. The care packages that the pro-military organization sends to troops oversees now include items for dogs, such as rawhide bones, dog treats and chew toys. The group sends care packages on an ongoing basis and needs donations. Visit Move America Forward to make a donation to help pay for the supplies in the care packages.
PetSmart Charities hurricane emergency relief program. To make a donation to the PetSmart Charities relief program, visit PetSmart Charities or call 1-800-423-PETS.
EDUCATION, GRANTS & SCHOLARSHIPS
American Humane Association Basic Animal Emergency Services. Training programs are for those interested in helping to respond to animals in emergency situations. Visit the American Humane Association for more information.
American Humane Association Disaster Sheltering for Companion Animals Classes. Classes are geared toward professionals trained in disaster response, emergency medical services personnel, firefighters, animal shelter staff, animal control officers, veterinarians and vet technicians, animal handlers/trainers and Red Cross volunteers. Topics include: differences between temporary and co-location shelters; safety concerns; communication techniques; shelter setup; differences between human-made and natural disaster response; animal handling and demobilization procedures. For more information , visit the American Humane Association or send email to aestraining@americanhumane.org.
American Humane Association Disaster Sheltering for Companion Animals Classes. Classes are geared toward professionals trained in disaster response, emergency medical services personnel, firefighters, animal shelter staff, animal control officers, veterinarians and vet technicians, animal handlers/trainers and Red Cross volunteers. Topics include: differences between temporary and co-location shelters; safety concerns; communication techniques; shelter setup; differences between human-made and natural disaster response; animal handling and demobilization procedures. For more information , visit the American Humane Association or send email to aestraining@americanhumane.org.
AKC Canine Health Foundation grants. Annual grants are awarded for one-year to two-year, in-depth research projects that examine causes, provide accurate diagnosis and prognosis and develop effective treatments for canine disease. CHF also funds short-term research throughout the year called ACORN grants. Researchers can submit research pre-proposals each year beginning in January. Once the pre-proposal period ends, the applications are initially reviewed by the a committee of experts in the application’s field of study. Visit the AKC Canine Health Foundation for more information.
American Red Cross Dog First Aid courses. Courses are held by local chapters across the United States. For more information and to find a local chapter, visit the American Red Cross.
Guide to Vet Tech Schools and Online Vet Tech Program. An unbiased list of every school that offers a veterinary technician program in the United States. For a comprehensive listing of schools, top animal care degrees and certificate programs, visit vettech.org.
Guide to Vet Tech Schools and Online Vet Tech Program. An unbiased list of every school that offers a veterinary technician program in the United States. For a comprehensive listing of schools, top animal care degrees and certificate programs, visit vettech.org.
Smithsonian’s National Postal Museum Owney the Dog Curriculum. A 60-page full-color curriculum guide features four different units that use the story of Owney the Dog to meet reading, writing, math, social studies, science and art standards. The lessons are designed to provide inspiring and meaningful interdisciplinary experiences in classrooms from kindergarten through third grade. A special online microsite has been created for the Owney curriculum that features a downloadable curriculum guide for teachers, which includes units on maps, jobs, tags and stories. Visit www.npm.si.edu/owneycurriculum.
Smithsonian’s National Postal Museum Owney the Dog free eBook. Owney the dog, the loveable and inspirational figure in mail-service history, is featured in Owney: Tales from the Rails, a new free eBook narrated and performed by country singer Trace Adkins. It is available online and as an Apple iPad app. The animated children’s story is available on the museum’s website www.postalmuseum.si.edu/owneyebook.
HEALTH
ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center. If your pet accidentally ingests any potentially harmful products and you need emergency advice, consult a veterinarian or the ASPCA hot line at 888- 426-4435 (a fee applies) or visit the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center.
Hill's Science Diet behavioral and nutritional needs hot line. Owners can discuss special needs such as acclimating a pet into a new environment, obedience/house training, proper nutrition and fitness with experts trained by Dr. Jacqui Neilson of the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists. The pet line - 1-877-NEW PET LINE - is open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. EST Monday through Saturday.
Hill's Science Diet behavioral and nutritional needs hot line. Owners can discuss special needs such as acclimating a pet into a new environment, obedience/house training, proper nutrition and fitness with experts trained by Dr. Jacqui Neilson of the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists. The pet line - 1-877-NEW PET LINE - is open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. EST Monday through Saturday.
SHOWS, EVENTS & FUN
Humane Society
of the United States Taking Action for Animals Conference. The
annual conference will be held Friday, July 27, to Monday, July 30,
at the Washington Marriott Wardman Park. The conference the latest
ideas and tactics to take on behalf of protecting animals. For more
information and to register, visit TakingAction for Animals 2012.
Smithsonian’s National Postal Museum's Owney the Dog postage stamp 3-D viewing. The postage stamp can be viewed by a free iPhone app available from the Apple iTunes Store or the museum’s special webcam page at www.postalmuseum.si.edu/owneyapp. A multidimensional virtual Owney appears above the stamp. Owney barks, trots, sits and listens to postal train whistles in full 3-D. When the stamp is moved closer to the camera, details of Owney’s collar and some of the tags he received from his many travels can be seen. When viewed from a slight distance, the stamp can be moved around to see Owney from any side or angle. For more information about the National Postal Museum, visit www.postalmuseum.si.edu.
Smithsonian’s National Postal Museum's Owney the Dog postage stamp 3-D viewing. The postage stamp can be viewed by a free iPhone app available from the Apple iTunes Store or the museum’s special webcam page at www.postalmuseum.si.edu/owneyapp. A multidimensional virtual Owney appears above the stamp. Owney barks, trots, sits and listens to postal train whistles in full 3-D. When the stamp is moved closer to the camera, details of Owney’s collar and some of the tags he received from his many travels can be seen. When viewed from a slight distance, the stamp can be moved around to see Owney from any side or angle. For more information about the National Postal Museum, visit www.postalmuseum.si.edu.
STATE-BY-STATE LISTINGS
ARIZONA
Arizona Animal Welfare League & SPCA Medical Miracles Fund. The fund - established so donors could support the extra medical expenses and efforts that AAWL & SPCA takes on as part of its no-kill mission - seeks donations. For more information on how to donate, visit the Arizona Animal Welfare League and SPCA and click on the Miracles Fund link on the home page.
Arizona Animal Welfare League & SPCA military adoption discounts. Veterans and active military can get 10 percent off adoption fees or a free leash and collar for their new pet when they adopt, they can take a 10-percent discount on any training class offered by AAWL & SPCA. The shelter is located at 30 N. 40th Place, just north of Washington and east of 40th Street, in central Phoenix. Adoption hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. For more information, visit AAWL & SPCA and click on Adoptable Pets.
CALIFORNIA
Marin Humane Society’s Special Human-Animal Relationships program seeks donations. Pet food and toys are needed to fill gift bags for clients and for distribution to shelters in Marin County. Financial contributions are also welcome and will be used to purchase additional gift items. The program provides a lifeline for more than 200 low-income seniors and disabled clients and their pets. Assistance is offered in the form of pet food, veterinary care, home visits, and emergency boarding for pets in the event of hospitalization of the client. Donations may be delivered to the humane society at 171 Bel Marin Keys Blvd., Novato. through the end of the year. Visit the Marin Humane Society for more information.
Humane Society of Pinellas Bark at The Ball Park. Bring you dogs to the ballpark to watch the Clearwater Threshers play on June 20, July 11 and August 8 at Bright House Field, 601 Old Coachman Road in Clearwater. Games start at 7 p.m. Come early to visit with vendors, socialize with other animal lovers and get your pet signed up for the pet contest. At the end of the game, you will have the chance to run the bases with your dog. Tickets start at $5 for humans and $5 dogs. For more information and for tickets, visit Humane Society of Pinellas.
Humane Society of Pinellas Happy Tails sunset dinner party. The event will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, June 7, at Ozona Blue Grilling Co., 125 Orange St., Palm Harbor. The party will feature a buffet, live entertainment, a silent auction and a cash bar. Dinner party admission is $50 per person. Call Tiffany Heier at 727-797-7722 extension 229 or send email to Tiffany@HumanePinellas.org for more information or visit Humane Society of Pinellas.
LOUISIANA
St. Francis Animal Sanctuary adoption days. The adoption events are held from noon to 5 p.m. the third Saturday of each month in the St. Francis Thrift Store, 813 Florida St., Mandeville. Visit St. Francis Animal Sanctuary for more information.
MASSACHUSETTS
Helping
Hands for the Plymouth Animal Shelter annual yard sale. The event
will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 26, at the parking
lot between Shaw’s Market and British Beer Company restaurant on
Route 3A in Cedarville. Send email to helpinghandsforthepas@yahoo.com
for more information.
Hull Seaside Animal Rescue's Gimmie Shelter. The event will be held from 2 to 6 p.m. Saturday, June 17, at the C-Note, 159 Nantakset Avenue in Hull. It will feature live music by two bands, Closer Than We Appear and Cat Basket. It also will include dancing, food, silent auctions and raffles. Tickets are $20 at the door or they can be purchased at HullSeaside Animal Rescue.
Hull Seaside Animal Rescue's Gimmie Shelter. The event will be held from 2 to 6 p.m. Saturday, June 17, at the C-Note, 159 Nantakset Avenue in Hull. It will feature live music by two bands, Closer Than We Appear and Cat Basket. It also will include dancing, food, silent auctions and raffles. Tickets are $20 at the door or they can be purchased at HullSeaside Animal Rescue.
Massachusetts Humane Society of Weymouth spray-neuter program. The Merrimack River Feline Rescue Catmobile, which provides low-cost spaying and neutering, will be at the shelter on Saturday, May 26. The spaying cost for females is $100, which includes a rabies shot. The neuter cost for males is $75, which includes a rabies shot. Appointments are required. Call 888-495-7729. The Mass Humane Society is located at 87 Wharf St., East Weymouth.
Neponset Valley Humane Society's 18th annual walk for animals. The event will be held on Sunday, May 20, at Borderland State Park in North Easton. Registration will be held from 9:30 to 11 a.m. for the 3-mile walk through well-marked wooded trails. Walk participants with a minimum of $30 in sponsor money will given a Neponset Valley Humane Society T-shirt. Raffle prizes at the event will include Red Sox tickets as well as gift certificates for the 99 Restaurant and British Beer Company. White Whiskers Pet Photography will be offering professional photos of your dog for purchase. For more information and to get sponsor forms, call 781-769-1990 or send email to nvhumanesociety@gmail.com.
Quincy Animal Shelter benefit show featuring comedian Chris Zito. The event will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, May 18, at Adams Heights Club, 63 Bower Road in Quincy. Zito has made appearances on Comedy Central, USA Network, Arts & Entertainment Network and NESN. Comedian Shea Spillane, a Quincy native, will host the event. Tickets, which are $30 in advance, can be purchased at the shelter or at Frozen Freddies, 433 Washington St, Quincy. Tickets will be available at the door for $35. For more information, send email to QASFundraising@gmail.com or visit Quincy Animal Shelter.
South Shore Pet Expo, a benefit for Fairy DogParents. The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 3, at Marshfield Fairgrounds, 140 Main St., Marshfield. The free festival features vendors, pet-friendly products, handcrafted items, art, jewelry, food, demonstrations and exhibits as well as a contest to crown South Shore's Dog Of The Year. Fairy DogParents helps prevent dogs from being surrendered to shelters. It provides assistance with food, medical and general wellness needs of qualified dog recipients in Massachusetts. For more information, visit South Shore Pet Expo.
Standish Humane Society of Duxbury adoption event. The society will be showcasing cats available for adoption on a regular basis at PetSmart in Braintree. The grand opening will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 2. Visit Standish Humane Society for more information.
NEW HAMPSHIRE
Humane Society for Greater Nashua's Sponsor-a-Pet. Makes a great gift in honor of family members and friends. For just $1 a day, you can ensure that one animal in the shelter receives proper nutrition and a safe place to live (including a warm bed and toys. Make it $1.33 a day, and you can ensures that one animal in the shelter gets medical care and a microchip, too. Visit the Humane Society for Greater Nashua for more information.
Humane Society for Greater Nashua cell phones and ink cartridges recycle program. Donate your used cell phones and ink cartridges to the shelter to be discarded through the Funding Factory program. Individuals can drop off items at the humane society, 24 Ferry Road, Nashua. Businesses can receive prepaid shipping labels from Funding Factory with proceeds going to the humane society. Visit The Funding Factory for a list of qualifying cartridges and cell phones or the Humane Society for Greater Nashua for more information.
Humane Society for Greater Nashua cell phones and ink cartridges recycle program. Donate your used cell phones and ink cartridges to the shelter to be discarded through the Funding Factory program. Individuals can drop off items at the humane society, 24 Ferry Road, Nashua. Businesses can receive prepaid shipping labels from Funding Factory with proceeds going to the humane society. Visit The Funding Factory for a list of qualifying cartridges and cell phones or the Humane Society for Greater Nashua for more information.
NEW JERSEY
St. Hubert's Animal Welfare Center's 16th annual Hounds and Harriers Run. The event, which benefits the animal welfare center, will be held on Saturday, October 13, at South Street Recreation Area of Loantaka Park in Morris Township. The main event, which is limited to 150 participants, begins at 10 a.m. It involves a 3-mile run with people and their dogs on roads and park trails, including a rugged horse trail section with possible hazards such as roots, ruts and mud. The paws from the past event, which is limited to 14 dogs that have previously run the 3-mile run but can no longer do so because of age or disability, begins at 9:30 a.m. It involves a 200-foot run/walk. For more information and to register for the run, visit Hounds and Harriers Run or St. Hubert's Animal Welfare Center.
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