February 2014 - In This Issue:
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Make a tribute gift in honor or in memory of a pet or person, join the Guardian Society, or set-up reoccurring monthly donations!
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Paws and Claws Camp Registration Begins March 1st!!
Monroe County Public Library Saturdays 10:30AM - noon Downtown Branch: February 15th Ellettsville Branch: March 1st For 6th- 8th grade students Thursday, February 27th 6:30 - 8:00 PM Animal Shelter $25 yearly dues (includes t-shirt)
Saturday, Feb 8th Batchelor Middle School 900 W. Gordon Pike10:00AM-1:00PM Be sure to stop by the MCHA booth to meet some of our wonderful VIPaws therapy dog teams and sign up for Spring Break Camp! Low- Cost Microchip ClinicsEvery Friday evening 4:30PM- 6:30PM
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Spaghetti Dinner!!
Saturday February 15 5-8PM
This will be the first of what will hopefully become an annual benefit for the MCHA Shelter Fund. Please bring a can of dog or cat food or an item from the City of Bloomington Animal Shelter WishlistEvent will be held at: 4645 W. Richland Plaza Bloomington, IN (812) 935-6333 [email protected]
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Tails on the Town: Rio Carnival
Saturday, April 26th, 2014
IU Alumni Hall 6:30 PM
Join us for an evening of excitement - live and silent auctions, hors d'oeuvres, cash bar, gourmet dinner, and the music of Latin America - benefiting MCHA's work to protect, advocate and educate for animal welfare in our community.
$50 Individual/$350 Table of 8 Tickets on sale soon!
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February is Spay/Neuter awareness month
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Did you know that the City of Bloomington Animal Shelter took in nearly 4,000 animals last year?? Believe it or not, the numbers used to be much higher- over 5200 in 2006. Many of these animals come from unplanned or unexpected litters. Thanks to an increase in low cost spay/neuter options in our area, we are seeing a significant decrease every year!
How can you help? Now is the time to get your pets spayed and neutered before the spring baby season is in full swing!
Not sure??? Take a look at the ASPCA Top Ten List of reasons to spay or neuter your pets.
If you or someone you know has a pet that needs to be fixed, there are assistance programs and low-cost options that can help.
The MCHA offers vouchers all year long for lower income Monroe County residents who need financial assistance to get their pet fixed. These vouchers significantly reduce the cost of surgery, especially if redeemed at Pets Alive. In 2013, the MCHA issued more than 600 vouchers to help Monroe County residents!
In addition to accepting MCHA SNAP vouchers, Pets Alive also offers low cost vaccinations and monthly specials. In February, female cats can be spayed for just $20 at Pets Alive. This statewide program funded by the pet friendly license plate offers vouchers for lower income Indiana residents all year round, but in February offers a special reduced fee voucher that can be used by anyone. Participating clinics can be found in Cloverdale, Bloomfield, Worthington and Martinsville. Together, we can save a lot of lives!
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Register now for Spring Break Classes!!
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Spring break means kids classes at the MCHA!
This year we will take be offering 2 different classes for elementary school students.
All Spring break classes meet from 3:00-5:00PM at the Bloomington Animal Shelter and the cost is just $25 per student
Each session will feature visits with MCHA "Animal Ambassadors", fun activities and interaction with appropriate shelter animals!
"Pets and Me"This class focuses on pets, pet care and being safe around animals. Age appropriate discussion of animal welfare and sheltering issues will be included, as will a tour of the Bloomington Animal Shelter. Monday, March 17th K-2nd grade students
Tuesday, March 18th 3-5th grade students
"Fur, Feathers and Scales"
In this class, kids will explore the similarities & differences between wild animals and pets and learn about different animal groups. Special appearances by some of the more unusual "Animal Ambassadors" such as Boris the Great Horned Owl and Tangerine the corn snake will be highlighted. Students may even get to dissect owl pellets!
Thursday, March 20th K-2nd grade students Friday, March 21st 3-5th grade students
Please contact Education Program Director Sarah DeLone ( [email protected] or 335-9453) for registration information. Classes are limited to 10 students, so register now!
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Spring/Summer Internships
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Apply Now!
Intern positions now open for spring and summer semesters. Interns will assist with a variety of MCHA duties, gaining experience in event planning, office administration, animal welfare and fundraising. Interested individuals should submit a resume and letter of interest to Victoria Wisley at [email protected]
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