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 Sunday at the Movies
In recognition of National
Spay Neuter Month, UCAN is hosting "Sunday at the Movies," a free afternoon of
family films, food and fun on Sunday, February 21,from 1-5 p.m. at the 20th Century Theater
in Oakley. Families are invited to
enjoy complimentary popcorn and screenings of "Babe" (1:30 p.m.) and "Milo and
Otis" (3:30 p.m.). Soft drinks and
adult beverages will be available for purchase throughout the afternoon, along
with pet-related items and chances for raffle drawings. Bring more love to your life by
adopting a pet from SPCA Cincinnati's mobile adoption van ,which will be parked
at the theater between 1 - 3:30 p.m.
For more details, visit www.ucancincinnati.org.
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Fundraising Campaign Surpasses Goal
A HUGE THANK YOU to everyone
who contributed to our 2009 Annual Fundraising Campaign. We surpassed our goal of $20,000 by a
wide margin! Thanks to the
generosity of our donors, we will be able to continue the UCAN mission of
promoting responsible pet ownership by making spay/neuter and essential
veterinary services affordable to everyone who can open their hearts and homes
to pets. As a UCAN supporter, you
are vital to these efforts! We
pledge to do everything possible to keep UCAN worthy of your continued support. | |
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 Volunteer Spotlight
Dr. Zeke Zekoff, Director of Wellness
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Zeke Zekoff will serve as UCAN's pro bono Director of Wellness, overseeing UCAN's new "Pets In Need" program. Dr. Zekoff is the owner of Towne Square Animal Clinic in Blue Ash, and is the immediate past president of the Ohio Animal Health Foundation. He has served on our Vet Advisory Committee since the clinic opened in 2007.
Dr. Zekoff believes in the importance of the human-animal bond and that everyone should be able to include animals in their lives, whatever their financial circumstances. In 2002, he helped the Freestore Foodbank (FSFB) organize its first "Pet Health Day," aimed at serving FSFB clients with pets. In the years that followed, 15 of these free clinics were held, each providing basic wellness services to more than 200 animals in one afternoon, using all-volunteer labor.
Dr. Zekoff approached UCAN last year with the idea of turning these bi-annual clinics into a sustainable, ongoing program. In cooperation with the FSFB, grant funding was obtained from the Kenneth A. Scott Charitable Trust to begin the new program and operate it in the first year.
Helping those in need to provide basic care for their pets is a natural extension of UCAN's mission to end pet overpopulation and we welcome Dr. Zekoff as a part of our team. |
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Statistics since opening in April 2007
Cat spays/neuters 16,140
Dog spays/neuters 6,147
Total Surgeries 22,287 |
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Holiday After Hours
Pedigree Interiors hosted its first annual "Holiday After Hours" at the store on the evening of Dec. 1st. Those who attended enjoyed complimentary wine and holiday goodies while browsing store merchandise and the wares of four unique vendors - Schwartz Jewelers, The Gilded Age, Two Stitches and Ted's Toys. Vendors donated 25% of their profits from the evening. Store manager Jane Wehmeier extends a special 'thank-you' to Shirley Mills, event coordinator, and all of the volunteers who baked for and staffed the open house. Located in Montgomery Square, Pedigree Interiors is an upscale furniture and home furnishings consignment store. 100% of its profits support the UCAN clinic.
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| UCAN Receives Legacy Gift from HSNKY
In late December, UCAN received a surprise from the Humane Society of Northern Kentucky. Due to its founders moving away from the area, the organization ceased operation and distributed its net assets to several partner organizations, with almost $30,000 going UCAN. We are grateful to the founders, donors and volunteers of HSNKY for entrusting us with this generous gift! |
| Did You Know? Besides low-cost
spay/neuter services, UCAN also offers vaccine and basic pet wellness clinics on
Tuesday mornings and some Saturdays for the pets of low-income qualified
individuals. The Tuesday clinics
are teaching clinics staffed by Dr. Jennifer Wells and students from the
Raymond Walters College Veterinary Technology Program.
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Help Our Wishes Come True
We're always in need of these items:
· Paper towels
· Liquid laundry detergent
· Dryer sheets
· Bleach
· All-purpose cleaners
· Dish and dishwasher soap
· Trash bags - 13 and 55 gallon
· Isopropyl alcohol
· Copy/printer paper
· Postage stamps
· Cat litter
· Dry cat food
· Gently used towels or
blankets
· Clean, bundled newspapers
Items may be dropped off in the lobby of the
clinic, 1230 W. Eighth St., or at Pedigree Interiors, 9889 Montgomery Rd. (in the Montgomery Square Shopping
Center south of Kroger).
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Kroger Gift Cards Keep on Giving
An easy way to support UCAN is with a Kroger gift card. Just purchase a card and every time you load the card (either at the Kroger Customer Service desk or in the checkout line at any store) UCAN earns a rebate from Kroger! Cards can be re-loaded indefinitely and, if you use a rewards credit card, you'll still get points for that too! Cards are $5 and come preloaded with $5 of credit. Cards are available at the clinic, at Pedigree Interiors or by emailing cmadewell@ucancincinnati.org |
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Carol A. Sanger, President
Michelle Murphy,
Vice-President
Christopher DeSimio,
Treasurer
Kathleen Collins, Secretary
Sharon L. Bateman
Rhonda Frey, Esq.
Tia Kuchik
Dorothea Langsam, Esq.
Ashley Neiman
Julie O'Connell, DVM
Moe Rouse
Todd Ward
Klaus Ziermaier, Esq.
Executive Director
Ann R. Hill
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