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Greetings!
November is Adopt-a-Senior-Pet-Month. We find it heartbreaking to see an 11 year old dog or 15 year old cat who suddenly ends up at the shelter after living their entire life with a loving family. Senior pets are some of the hardest to find homes for, but adopting one can be a very rewarding experience. - Senior pets are more likely to be house trained and know basic commands.
- A senior pet's personality has already developed, so you know what to expect and they require less exercise than their younger counterparts.
We invite you to view our list of adoptable pets, share it with family and friends, and consider adopting one of our senior pets today! We know that not everyone is able to bring a senior pet into their home, but you can help provide for the care of the senior pets at the RISPCA by sponsoring a pet or donating items from our wish list today!
Thank you for your continued commitment and support!
Sincerely,
Jim McGee
Director of Development
Rhode Island SPCA |
October's "Happy Tail"
Bailey
Bailey is a 10 year old spayed female. She was brought to the RISPCA in June because her owners' baby was severely allergic to her. Bailey is very quiet, sweet, and affectionate and quickly became a staff favorite. However, as a senior pet, she was at the shelter for many months, being passed over in favor of younger cats, before finding a new home. Bailey was last month's featured pet and could be seen in Rhode Island Mag and The Bay's Pet Page. On October 21st, Bailey was finally welcomed into her loving new home. |
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PetSmart Adoption Weekend Friday, Saturday, Sunday | November 12th - 14th
On Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, November 12th-14th, the RISPCA will be at PetSmart in Johnston trying to find homes for our four-legged friends! We are looking for volunteers who are interested in helping find homes for our adoptable pets! We would like to bring as many of our adoptable dogs as possible, so the ability to handle dogs would be helpful! Please contact Jim at jmcgee@rispca.com or (401) 438-8150 if you are interested. Thank you! *All those interested in volunteering must complete an RISPCA volunteer
orientation. Visit our website for more information on volunteering at the RISPCA: www.rispca.com/volunteer.htm |
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Adopt-a-Thon
Saturday, November 20th| 10:00am - 2:00pm
Arlington Farm & Pet |5 Depot Ave | Cranston
The Rhode Island SPCA will be at Arlington Farm & Pet in Cranston, RI with adoptable pets! Everyone who adopts a pet at the Adopt-a-Thon will receive a free bag of pet food from Arlington Farm & Pet.
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Photos With Santa December 4 & 5, 11 & 12, 18 & 19 | 11am to 4pm
PetSmart|Johnston, RI
Pet owners are invited to have their pet pose for a photo with Santa at PetSmart in Johnston, RI on weekends throughout December. Pet parents will receive one 4x6 digital photograph in a holiday collector frame and all proceeds will benefit the RISPCA! If you are interested in volunteering during any of the "Photos with Santa" days, contact Sharon Thompson at sthompson@rispca.com. Santas, photographers, and someone to print the photographs are needed. All equiptment will be provided. |
About the Rhode Island SPCA
The Rhode Island Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RISPCA) is the 3rd oldest humane organization in the United States; at 140 years old we are the only non-profit animal rescue organization in the state of RI that is legally able to investigate and prosecute animal cruelty cases. Along with operating a full shelter that is home to over 100 cats, dogs and other domestic animals each day, we offer medical attention for the pets of many impoverished, disabled and elderly individuals who otherwise could not afford to care for them. The RISPCA also provides Humane Education programs for local schools, youth and adult groups free of charge. As a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that receives no local, state or federal funding, and is not associated with the ASPCA or its donations, the RISPCA relies solely on community support from friends and businesses. |
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 View our adoptable pets and please consider adopting one of our senior friends today! |
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October Adoptions
We are happy to announce that we found forever homes for 92 of our adoptable animal friends last month! We wish the adopted pets and their new owners many happy years together!
Help us do even better this month. Forward this email to friends and family and encourage them to check out our adoptable pets! |
Featured Adoptable Pet
Gracie is a sweet, lovable 10 year old beagle. She came to the RISPCA because her owner was ill and no longer able to care for her. She has lived with other dogs as well as children. This senior beagle is looking for a quiet, loving home to live out her golden years. If you are interested in adopting Gracie, contact the RISPCA today! |
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Holiday Gift Ideas
Looking for the perfect holiday gift? Consider sponsoring an animal in honor of a friend or other loved one. For more information about sponsoring a pet, visit: our pet sponsor page or email jmcgee@rispca.com. |
Animal Print Magazine "Top Dog" Survey
Voting for the Animal Print Magazine's "Top Dogs" is underway. Make sure to cast your vote for the RISPCA and friends of the RISPCA today! You can vote here. |
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Shelter Challenge
In the last shelter challenge, supporters of the Bristol Animal Shelter voted for the RISPCA. We ask that supporters of the RISPCA vote for the Bristol Animal Shelter in this shelter challenge.
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