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Scituate Animal Shelter E-News
Dear Friends,
Have you ever had the feeling that the more you do, the more there is to be done? We have! Fall is here and we are busier than ever. The Shelter is full of wonderful animals waiting for their forever homes. So full, in fact, that it has been quite a task to keep up with all the demands on our services including animal care. Adoptions are up 40% versus the same period last year which also means costs have increased as we care for more animals... and there are many more animals in need.
Adopted animals have a special way of enriching peoples' lives, and we thank everyone who has applied for and adopted pets from the Shelter. We are honored to be able to improve many animals' lives - one adoption at a time. For every animal that is adopted through our Shelter, another dog kennel or cat condo becomes available and another life can be saved.
As you may know, the Shelter continues to operate thanks to donations from caring folks like you. Without the Scituate Animal Shelter, we wonder... where would these pets go? What would become of them? Your donations are more important than ever. As always, thank you for your support.
Learn more about securely donating online and other ways to help our homeless animals.
Animal News - HOORAY for puppies Faith, Hope, Charity, Lovey and Chance, five adorable lab mix puppies which we featured in the last e-newsletter. Each pup was adopted to loving homes with folks who are fully committed to raising a puppy. Congratulations to the proud new owners! We wish them much happiness together.
- Available for adoption right now are some wonderful pets including sweet cats, playful kittens, and dogs - young and older - that will steal your heart! You may also want to meet our blind bunny, Thumper or the four tiny, singing finches. All are waiting for a good home. See our adoptable animals at Petfinder.com or visit us during open hours (below) for the most current information.
- Featured Adoptable Animals: We currently have 18 healthy cats over the age of 6 months - all waiting for a good indoor home. "Adult" cats make great companions and can live into their 20's! They give so much and ask so little. If you are thinking about adding a cat to your household, please consider adopting an adult cat.
- See Remi play in Shelter's NEW play yard for dogs! Don't miss this video (1 minute long)! Play yard made possible by a donation from a long-time friend of the Shelter. Thank you!
The Latest News
- 2011 Paw Prints Calendars make great gifts! The stunning new calendar is filled with heartwarming stories and beautiful photos - truly a keepsake with a purpose... all proceeds benefit the precious animals in our care. On sale now for $12 at the Shelter and local retailers.
- Partnership Special thanks to our newest partner, Norwell Veterinary Hospital. NVH's skilled and caring Veterinarians will provide high quality medical treatment for all Shelter animals. This relationship will be tremendously beneficial to the Shelter. Norwell Veterinary Hospital has been providing compassionate care to pets in Norwell and the surrounding area since 1980. Their philosophy is a simple one: to provide the very best veterinary care and exceptional service to all pets and pet owners in their community. We commend them for this good work and are grateful for what they have committed to do for our Shelter.
- Website Be sure to check out our newly updated website. Special thanks to the South Shore Music Circus for their generous grant for the website redesign. We hope you find the site easy to navigate and full of useful information.
- Join Our Focus Groups We invite you to help guide our future! The Shelter will be hosting informal focus groups on Tuesday, November 2 at 10:00 am and Saturday, November 6 at 9:00 am. The small-group discussions will last from 30-60 minutes; light refreshments will be served. Please email if you wish to be involved. Be sure to indicate which date best suits you.
- Seeking Animal Care Coordinators The Shelter is looking for knowledgeable and compassionate candidates to fill 2 new opportunities: permanent, part-time positions in the role of Animal Care Coordinators. If you think you may know someone who would be interested in exploring one of these opportunities, please use the "Forward to a Friend" button at the bottom of this page. The growth of our animal care team will enhance our ability to help the ever-increasing amount of animals that so desparately need us.
Coming Events - October 30: Halloween Dog Parade The 1st Annual Halloween Dog Parade & Costume Contest is being held at the Hingham Shipyard (Fitzroy Drive, Avalon) on October 30th at 3:00 and all the proceeds are being donated to us! $5.00 Registration fee, registration @2:00pm, rain date 10/31. Thank you, Tim and Katie, for organizing this event.
- November 14: Culinary Event at Orta Ristorante to benefit the Shelter. Tickets on sale now online and at the Shelter during open hours! Back by popular demand, in its second year! Don't miss the "Fresh From Italy" Culinary Event at Orta Restaurant in Pembroke on Sunday, November 14th from 1pm to 4pm. Last year's event was a sell-out, so don't miss this delicious afternoon of sensational Italian cuisine and fine wine at acclaimed Orta Restaurant! Orta received Boston Magazine's "Best New Restaurant 2009 - South" and has been featured on Channel 5's Chronicle. The "Fresh from Italy" event includes award-winning hors d'oeuvres and delightful Italian cuisine. Fine wine will be served throughout the event and will be accompanied by a variety of sumptuous desserts. A silent auction, door prizes, and a raffle will round out the event. Tickets are just $50 per person and are on sale now.
Did You Know
- Halloween can be scary for pets too. Masks and costumes can cause animals to behave differently toward people they are otherwise familiar with. Consider giving your pets a quiet space away from trick-or-treating festivities to keep everyone safe and happy, and be sure to keep them indoors on Halloween. Remember, pets should NEVER eat candy!
- Dog Boarding is no longer a service provided by the Shelter. By not having to reserve kennels, we are able to house and help more homeless dogs. We thank you for your understanding as we continue to focus on our mission.
- 'Tis the season to FALL for a homeless pet! October is ASPCA's Adopt-A-Shelter-Dog month. Is there room in your heart & home???
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