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Jacksonville Humane Society News & Mews Volume VI, 2009
Greetings!
Adelina
 
Sparkle and I invite you to kick off your weekend by attending our 11th Annual Toast to the Animals on Friday, August 14 at the Florida Theatre.  Thanks to all of our wonderful sponsors, including our Title sponsor Ford Bowlus Duss Kenney Safer & Hampton, P.A., this year's event promises to be a lot of fun.  
 
We have wine and food vendors sure to wet your appetite and silent and live auction items not to be missed.  Want a behind-the-scenes Jaguars experience or a relaxing weekend at the decadent Don Cesar hotel in St. Petersburg Beach?  Check out our website to preview our auction items and vendors online.   
 
All proceeds from this event go to the care of all the furry faces at JHS.   We hope you can join us for us a Toast to the Animals!   
 
Sincerely,
 
Leona P. Sheddan
Executive Director
 
Special Events
BUY YOUR TICKETS TODAY!
 
Azure
 
 11th Annual Toast to the Animals
Friday, August 14, 2009
6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Florida Theatre
 
For less than a night out, tickets to the Toast to the Animals inlcude food, wine and fun, all to benefit the furry faces at JHS. 

Tickets to this event are going fast!  Purchase your tickets online today to enjoy more than 100 varieties of wine, delicious hors d'oeuvres and desserts at the fundraiser.  Silent and live auctions will feature fabulous items including a Las Vegas Getaway and an Amelia Island '"Staycation" behind-the-scenes tour of Jaguars stadium. 
 
General admission tickets are $40 per person or $35 per person for people 35 years of age and under.  Tickets are available at www.jaxhumane.org or by calling 904-725-8766.  (Tickets for designated drivers are $30 per person.  Preview tickets are available for $65 to taste premium wines starting at 5 p.m.).
 
Purchase tickets now!
 
Thank you to all of our sponsors!
 
Title Sponsor
Ford Bowlus Duss Logo
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  AIPFL PoolWalt and Sandy Kinsey
AIPFL Pool 
 
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Leona & John Sheddan 
 
 
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Upcoming events:
 
Check out our online calendar.

THANK THIRD-PARTY FUNDRAISERS!! Your generosity goes a long way to help keep our animals happy and healthy.    

 

Monthly Topic 

 


HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS

 ARE YOU READY?
  • People first - Prepare yourself and then your pet.
  • No Pet Left Behind - Plan now so your pet will never be left behind.
  • Supplies for 3-7 days - Cover your bases.
  • Follow a Timeline - When you have the ability to plan ahead, take advantage and follow the warnings.

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GET PREPARED!
  • Identify Your Pet
  • Prepare a Pet First Aid Kit
  • Prepare a Pet Disaster Kit
  • Develop a Neighborhood Plan
  • Know what to do in case of evacuation
  • Know what to do in case you loose a pet
Download Disaster Prep for Your Pet
  • List of items in Pet First Aid Kit and Pet Disaster Kit
  • How to deal with a lost pet
  • Guidelines to help ensure your pet's safety in case of evacuation 
Visit our website to read more on our monthly topic.
 
Adoption Specials
This month we decided to spotlight Miss Kitty and Sweetie, but we have so many special furry faces.   Visit our adoption center at JHS or online today to find your one-of-a-kind-pet!
 
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PET SPOTLIGHT
          

Miss Kitty

Miss Kitty
 
Say hello to Miss Kitty!  She is a three-year-old Domestic Shorthair.  Miss Kitty likes attention but also likes her solitude.  She has beautiful green eyes and loves to have her head rubbed!  She can be a little nervous around children and would do best in a home with no small children.  Please come in today and see if Miss Kitty can be the newest member of your family. 
 
The cat of the week can be adopted for only $25.  You will also receive a free cardboard pet carrier, cat blanket and goodie bag.  For information call (904) 725-8766, Ext. 214 or visit our Adoption Center.


          

Sweetie

 Sweetie
 
This girl is named Sweetie and that is exactly what she is....a sweetie!  She is a one-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier mix. Sweetie was abandoned on JHS property and was in pretty bad shape.  It took about two months, but our medical staff took great care of her and now she is better than ever!  Sweetie is very smart and will do tricks for treats.  She loves to give hugs and kisses too!  Sweetie may be too active for small children and would prefer to be the only pet in the home.  Please come in today and see for yourself how sweet she really is!! 
 
The Dog of the Week can be adopted for only $25
.  We will also offer $10 off the required purchase of heartworm prevention, a bag of treats and a toy. 
 
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For information on how to adopt a furry friend, please visit our online adoption center or call 904.725.8766 Ext. 214.  
 
Happy Tails

 Spooner

Spooner is really enjoying his summer!

Hi everybody,

I just wanted to say thanks-a-million for giving me a home with my new parents in Saint Augustine. I love them very much, and they love me. We do so much together.  Recently, I went to Pennsylvania to visit our family. They have a few dogs, and I got to play with all of them. I will try and send pictures of my trip as soon as mom downloads them. This past week, I had a chocolate lab stay with me for nine days, and we had a great time. Her name is Coco. I even got to take her to the beach, and we went camping too. I tried to chase a few squirrels up a tree. My dad was laughing because I was actually climbing the tree!

Oh yeah, we got to watch Hotel for Dogs too! They were watching ME watch the movie. It was great; I highly recommend it to your other adoptees.
 
I love SPOONING with my new parents when we are watching TV.  We really needed each other!  Well some day I would like to stop by and visit you all --  I miss all of you. You were all so nice and caring.  Well I need to get to sleep now.   I ran up and down the beach today and have to get up early for work.  Course, I don't have to work, I just like to hang out and watch everyone.
Bye for now!
 
Love,
 
Spooner (known as Cutie Pie to JHS staff)
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If you would like to submit your adoption stories or a Happy Tail, please email cpowers@jaxhumane.com
 
If you'd like to adopt a furry companion, please visit our online adoption center or call 904.725.8766 for more information.
 
News and Mews
 
BeMyHero.com
 
Be My Hero Promotion is looking to raise $500,000 for One Hope Shelters!  Starting June 15th, pet lovers everywhere will be asked to be a hero for homeless pets by pledging to volunteer at a local animal shelter. Ends September 30.  
 
Visit
www.BeMyHero.com for details.  Help raise money for JHS by pledging today! 

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Comcast Cable
Comcast Cable Pet Adoptions On Demand!  Comcast cable customers can now view selected JHS available pets On Demand!  It's easy to find -  just select the On Demand feature on your remote, click on "Get Local", then click "Pet Adoptions" to view selected dogs and cats.
 
 
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In the News: JHS and all of our furry friends are featured on the noon news every Wednesday (Channel 4), Thursday (CBS/FOX) and Friday (First Coast News).  Tune in to learn more about JHS and the furry faces at our adoption center.
 
 
 
This Month's Mews
Special Events
Monthly Topic
Adoption Specials
Happy Tails
News and Mews
HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS
 
According to the National Hurricane Center, the official Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1, ending November 30.  Are you and your pets prepared? 
 
We encourage you to have a plan in place in the event that you and your pets must evacuate.  We have  listed important contacts and resources on our website to help you put together a personal plan.  Click here  to find out more.
 
  
DOG MANNERS CLASS
 
Do you want to establish a mutual bond and appropriate relationship between your family and the dog living with you?
 
Each session is seven weeks long.  Currently we have three scheduled for this summer.  You must pre-register and pre-pay with a payment of $95.  Call 904.725.8766 ext. 227 or send an email to our staff to find out more!
 
  
Dr. Broadhurst
 
 
Do you have a question about your pet's health?  Ask the Vet!
 
Click here to post a 
comment to Dr. Broadhurst's blog. 

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