SAVE THE DATE!
February 13
Volunteer Orientation
Cedar Rapids Public Library
450 Fifth Street SE
Beems Auditorium A
Cedar Rapids
6-7pm
RESERVE YOUR SPOT!
February 22Adoption Event PetSmart 4810 First Ave. NE Cedar Rapids 11am-2pm March 8 Whine & Wags Cedar Rapids Country Club 550 27th St. Dr. SE Cedar Rapids 6pm Tickets: $75 Table for 10: $750 MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS! |
Featured Feline: Masuka
Masuka came to us as a stray at the end of December. This handsome little guy is blind, but he doesn't let that stop him from enjoying life! (We think he can see or sense movements and shadows... there's no way to be totally sure.) Masuka is very curious about his surroundings and loves to explore. He is quite affectionate and enjoys cuddle-time with his favorite people. (Hey, you could be one of them!) Come on out today and meet Masuka to see if he is the right cat for you! |
Compatible Canine: Sam
Sam transferred into our care at the beginning of January. He's a very sweet little couch potato who could use some time running around with kids in a fenced-in backyard. (Yes, he has a few extra pounds to shed!) Sam is great with kids, and he would make a perfect family dog. Because he is very vocal, we do not recommend he live in an apartment. (His Beagle ba-roo would drive your wall-sharing neighbors... well... up the wall!) Sam is a member of our Silver Paws Club, so he can part of your family for only $100. Come meet this adorable guy today! |
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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As we eagerly look forward to the onset of spring and milder weather, many of us will take a look around our households and begin the annual ritual of spring cleaning.
Surely, the cleaning ritual involves a sponge and soapy water, but it also can be an opportunity to rid the home of items that are in good condition, but that you may simply not want any more. (Perhaps they no longer fit your lifestyle or d�cor....)
If this is the case, we have a way for you to help the animals!
Bring your unwanted items to Stuff Etc. and consign them to the Cedar Valley Humane Society's account. We have accounts at three convenient Stuff Etc. locations--Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, and Coralville.
A percentage of the money generated from the sale goes to help the animals. It's a great way to help...and feel great about all your hard work!
Thank you for your support!
Chuck Tourtillott Executive Director P.S. If you're not quite ready to begin spring cleaning, monetary donations are always welcome! Please take a moment to donate now! |
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Get Ready for an Exciting Evening for the Animals!
Join us and other animal lovers for our fifth annual Whine & Wags auction at the Cedar Rapids Country Club, 550 - 27th St. Dr. SE in Cedar Rapids, on March 8, 2014. Enjoy dinner, drinks, and music while bidding on an impressive array of silent and live auction items, including jewelry, art, vacation and dining packages, sports memorabilia, and products and services from area businesses. The silent auction is scheduled to begin at 6 p .m., with the live auction following dinner. There will be a cash bar. Tickets to this exciting evening for the animals are $75. You may reserve a table for 10 for $750. Make your reservations today! All proceeds benefit the more than 1,500 homeless, neglected, abused, sick and injured animals that the Cedar Valley Humane Society provides care and refuge to each year. |
We Asked, You Answered!
How does your pet behave when someone comes to the door?
Angie Kisling: He freaks out. Barking like someone is there to steal our daughter. Or his food. lol
Donald Mundt: Barks and wants to meet them as new friends if we are there.
Sheryl Rottink: Spins around and around in circles.
Nicole French: My cats sit by the door hoping to either escape or get fed.
Dan Lichty: Barks like crazy, then gives them a bath when they come in.
Jim Pawledge: I taught her that friends and family come right in, and strangers ring the door bell... so it's not a pretty sight. She looks like a Tasmanian devil. lol
Stacey L Rogers: Some run to the door, some run away from the door.
Everett Kimo Bromwich: He could care less. He's 14. Unless it's me or my wife... he doesn't care enough to break his nap cycle.
"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: Ken and Deb Allers
Ken and Deb Allers have helped out with nearly all of our events in the past year, and they always bring us great ideas about ways to help the animals. So when Ken volunteered to organize a Night at the RoughRiders fundraising event, we said, "Go for it!"
Ken and Deb threw themselves into making the fundraiser a reality, including coordinating with RoughRiders management, organizing a silent auction, getting the word out, and making sure it all went smoothly. On the big night, Ann Rude, Jillian Swain, and Meghan and Suzanne Pike volunteered to help out at the info booth in the lobby and monitor the silent auction.
It was a great night! Not only did the RoughRiders win, but our shelter animals did, too! The shelter received a portion of online ticket sales and all the proceeds from the silent auction. We're excited to report that plans are already underway for next year's Night at the RoughRiders.
Thank you to all the volunteers who made this night a success, and a special thank you to Ken and Deb for always thinking of our animals! |
Happy Tail: Sophie from Sac County Loves Snuggling and Green Beans!
Sophie, the dog in the middle, was one of the cocker spaniels rescued from horrible conditions on a Sac County property in 2012.
Despite some health challenges and issues with her eye, Sophie is very happy in her forever home. Her favorite activity is to sit and snuggle with her Dad. She also loves her sisters, Britta and Bobbie!
Another of her favorite things to do is to eat canned green beans. As soon as she sees the can opener come out of the drawer, she freaks out for the green beans. Britta and Bobbie like them too, but I think Sophie likes them more than she likes dog food. It's crazy! Thank you all for bringing this beautiful girl into our lives! Robin O. Remember, YOU can send us your Happy Tail, too!
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Notable Quote
With dogs and people, it's love in big splashy colors. When you're involved with a cat, you're dealing in pastels. -Louis A. Camuti, D.V.M. |
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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