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SAVE THE DATE!
October 26
Adoption Event
PetSmart
4810 First Ave. NE
Cedar Rapids
11am-2pm
 October 27 Dog-O-Ween Both Theisen's locations in Cedar Rapids 1800 51st St. NE 3111 16th Ave. SW Registration at 10am Contest at 1pm Entry Fee: $7 November 7 Volunteer Orientation Veterans Memorial Stadium 950 Rockford Rd. SW Cedar Rapids 6-7pm RESERVE YOUR SPOT!  November 9 Draws for Paws Parlor City Pub and Eatery 1125 Third St. SE Cedar Rapids One hour before kickoff of Iowa-Purdue game Tickets: $10 PRESENTED BY  SPONSORED BY 
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Featured Feline:
Lola
Lola was brought to our care at the beginning of May. She is a gorgeous girl who loves to have her long locks brushed. She also enjoys snuggle and play time! Lola is a member of our Lonely Hearts Club, so she can be brought home for only $45. Stop out and meet this lovely girl today! |
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Compatible Canine:
Archer
Originally a stray, Archer transferred into our care in early October. He digs car rides, so if you're looking for someone to ride shotgun, you may want to think about this guy! Archer is a really cool dog who does well with people of all ages. He gets along with most other dogs, too, but he can be a little choosy about them. The first step is for you to come in and meet Archer! |
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Please come visit me and my friends!
Monday-Friday:
12pm-7pm
Saturday and Sunday:
12pm-5pm
7411 Mt. Vernon Rd. SE Cedar Rapids
(319) 362-6288
Also, we ALWAYS have cats at PetSmart in Cedar Rapids!
PetSmart hours:
Mon-Sat: 9am-9pm
Sun: 10am-6pm
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 I can't believe how fast 2013 is going by! Next week another Halloween will be coming around, so here are a few tips to help keep the holiday safe for your pets.
First of all, be sure to keep your pets inside. If you anticipate a lot of trick-or-treaters, remember that frequent doorbell ringing and strangers in odd costumes can potentially stress your pets. Try to keep them in a quiet room with familiar, favorite objects, such as their toys and their bed.
Keep pets away from the candy bowl. Not only can candy make them sick, but items such as chocolate are actually toxic to pets. (Make sure your kids don't sneak candy to the pets, either!)
Jack-o-lanterns and candles can be a fire hazard, so keep them out of your pets' range. A strong, wagging tail or a frightened cat running through the house can easily knock over a candle-lighted jack-o-lantern.
We wish you a very happy Halloween, and we thank you for your support!
On behalf of the animals,
Chuck Tourtillott
Executive Director P.S. Through November 30, JANDA Motor Services will match your donation, up to $10,000. Please take a moment and donate now! |
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Destination: Dog-O-Ween!
Get on the (Greyhound) bus to Creative Town! Dog-O-Ween is this Sunday, October 27, so there's no time to lollygag! Theisen's is hosting its annual Dog-O-Ween contest at BOTH Cedar Rapids locations: 3111 16th Ave. SW and 1800 51st St. NE.  Registration begins at 10 a.m., and the contest starts at 1 p.m. (No pre-registration before October 27 is required!) Registration is $7, and all entries will receive a $7 Theisen's gift card. The overall best costume will win a grand prize of a $150 Theisen's gift card. First runner-up will receive a $100 Theisen's gift card; second runner-up gets a $75 gift card; and third runner-up gets a $50 gift card. All proceeds benefit the Cedar Valley Humane Society. All dogs must be leashed or contained and at least 6 months old. Stop by Theisen's for the full contest rules. |
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Donate Now and Double Your Donation!
We're very excited that JANDA Motor Services has pledged to match donations made to us through the end of November--up to $10,000! Supporting the Cedar Valley Humane Society is very personal for Mike Moran, owner of JANDA Motor Services. Mike adopted a dog named Dewey from us in 2010. Dewey and his canine pal, Brutus, accompany Mike to work  in Cedar Rapids during the day. Mike also takes the dogs to the other JANDA Motor Services facilities in Davenport and Peoria. "I get more compliments on Dewey than anything I do," says Mike, adding that adopting Dewey was a deeply satisfying experience. "He's a great-looking dog who has become a symbol of the type of lifelong friendships which result from the work the Cedar Valley Humane Society does." We appreciate the support that Mike and JANDA Motor Services have offered us, as well as YOUR support! Please help us maximize the match so that we can continue to help animals in need. Donate today! |
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Cheer on the Hawkeyes at Draws for Paws!
Hey, Hawkeye fans! Let's pack the house for a great cause! Tell your friends to meet you at the sixth annual Draws for Paws, presented by GoDaddy, on Saturday, November 9! The fun starts just one hour before kickoff of the Iowa-Purdue game at Parlor City Pub and Eatery, 1125 Third St. SE in Cedar Rapids. For just $10, we give you a magical wristband that gets you unlimited $1 draws of Bud Light and Coors Light throughout the game. You can also get Monster Bombs for only $3! (Be sure to bring a non-drinking buddy to drive you home. No wristband required for designated drivers.) This is one Paw-lor City paw-ty you're not gonna wanna miss! And the best part? All proceeds help homeless animals at the Cedar Valley Humane Society! PRESENTED BY
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We Asked, You Answered!
How do your daily pet rituals change now that fall is here?
Connie Janzane: With the cooler weather it's safe to walk any time of the day. And soon Pinky can try her new sweater that I'm knitting for her (it's pink of course)!!
Michelle Papakee: No morning jogs, but longer afternoon walks.
Jessica Wahlen: Jasper gets to wear his new coat on walks.
Crystal Raue: Less time outside, so more bathroom breaks.
Carol Schlichte: Walk a little later in the morning.
"Like" us on Facebook. You can find our page by searching "Cedar Valley Humane Society." Then stay tuned to see your responses in our E-news! |
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Volunteer Spotlight: Gabby Hughes
Gabby Hughes has only been volunteering for a few months, but she has quickly made herself indispensable.
Gabby lights up our days with her sincere love and affection for all our animals. She walks dogs, socializes cats, and h elps show dogs to potential adopters. When a part-time customer care associate position recently became available, we thought she was perfect for the job, so we snatched her right up!
In addition to working at our front desk five days a week, Gabby still manages to take the time to volunteer at community events. Her great enthusiasm and big smile are definitely contagious.
Thank you, Gabby, for all you do for us and our shelter sweeties! |
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Happy Tail: Papa Mia (now Stretch) Stretches Out in His New Place
 We adopted Papa Mia (now Stretch) back in July.
He has been a great addition to the family. He took to the family right away, like he has owned us his whole life! He was never scared, not for one minute. He came in checked out the house then flopped down in the middle of the floor and stretched out as far as he could.
We highly recommend your facility and all you do for the animals. Thank you so much for the newest member of our family!
The Bergs
Remember, YOU can send us your Happy Tail, too!
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Notable Quote
The most affectionate creature in the world is a wet dog. -Ambrose Bierce |
The Cedar Valley Humane Society is dedicated to building healthy relationships between people and animals, and eliminating cruelty, abuse and overpopulation of animals through education, adoption services and inspiring compassion for all living things.
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