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Upcoming Events
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4/27/13
The Human Race
The Esplanade at Locust Point
9am
4/27/13
Outreach event @ Petco - Rt. 59
5/4/13
Outreach event @ PetSmart - Rt. 59
5/5/13
Outreach event @ Two Bostons - Springbrook
5/11/13 Outreach Event @ Pet Supplies Plus - Rt. 59 and 95th St. 5/19/13 Outreach event @ Two Bostons - Downtown 7/8/13 Putts for Pets
Golf Outing 10/4/13 Black Cat Ball
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Featured Alumni
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We recently received this post on our Facebook page from adopter, Halley Tulicki-Leber about one of our sweet alumni.
"I want to thank the Naperville Humane Society for bringing Chico (formerly Chico Paco Taco adopted in October 2004) into my life. He was the dog love of my life. Chico passed away at the end of September 2012. I miss him more than anything. If it wasn't for the amazing people of NAHS, I would have not been able to share my life with Chico. Thank you from the bottom of my heart."
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We are glad we were able to introduce you to Chico, Halley. We are sorry for your loss!
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FREE Ways to Help
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Available for Adoption
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Drop off aluminum cans at NAHS in the trailer behind the shelter.
You can donate your empty toner and inkjet cartridges to the shelter.
Collect codes from Coca-Cola products bearing the MyCokeRewards logo and drop the bottle caps and codes from 12 or 24 packs to the shelter. Or you can email the codes to NAHS.
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Happy Tales!
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We love to share happy news about the wonderful pets at NAHS. Sparky, a 6 -year old pit bull mix, came to NAHS last December. She was given up by her owner who is a firefighter and his schedule keeps him from home for long periods of time. He was very sad to say goodbye, but truly wanted her to have a family that had more time to play and give her the love she craved.
Finding Sparky a new home was going to be a little bit of a challenge because she was diagnosed with a couple of chronic health issues. She has a pancreatic insufficiency that is managed with medicine sprinkled on her food, which will need to continue daily for the rest of her life. She also has bacteria in her intestines that will clear up through on-going treatment. In addition to her health issues, Sparky was desperately missing her owner and she became depressed.
A month after arriving, she was adopted, only to discover that she was unable to live in a home with cats, so she was returned. Volunteers and staff sat with her for hours at a time to cheer her up. Finally, earlier this month, the Wilson family arrived at the shelter and spotted her. After spending time with Sparky, they fell in love. They went home to discuss it as a family, and decided to finalize the adoption. Sparky now has a wonderful family, including two human brothers. Enjoy your forever home, Sparky!
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Maximize the Tax Benefits of Charitable Gifts
NAHS is pleased to team up with BMO Harris Bank to offer a  seminar on planned giving options titled "Maximizing the Tax Benefits of Charitable Gifts". The seminar is May 21, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. at the Naperville Chamber of Commerce, Meeting Room A, located at 55 S. Main Street, Suite 351, in downtown Naperville.
A Wealth Advisor from BMO Harris Bank will explain planned giving strategies that will maximize benefits to both the donor and NAHS.
If you are passionate about shelter pets and NAHS, you can learn how to leave a lasting legacy for the animals and people of this community. Click here to RSVP for this informative seminar.
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Almost Home Pets TV Show
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BrettAvailable for Adoption
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Have you seen NAHS shelter pets on Naperville Community Television on local Channel 17? It is an hour long show hosted by Wendy Weis and Angie Wood, NAHS executive director, that features available cats and dogs at NAHS. NCTV 17 is available through your cable if in Naperville, otherwise watch for Almost Home Pets to stream on their website. We would like to thank Wendy and the production crew for their help in finding forever homes for the animals in our care!
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Honor or Memorialize Your Pet
with a Brick Paver
 Our Pavers for Pets is an opportunity for you to leave a lasting imprint of your support for NAHS. Purchase a paving brick to be engraved with your name, a pet's name, a friend or family member, or a club or organization. The pavers are located on the west side of the shelter between the front and side doors. It was originally installed last May as an Eagle Scout project. Each spring, Zach Cosenza, the Eagle Scout who planned the project, has agreed to install new engraved bricks. You can choose a 4" X 8" brick for $100 or a 8" X 8" brick for $200. For 2013, we are accepting orders until May 31, 2013. To fill out the order form, click here. |
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1st Annual Wags & Wellness Event
Join us for the 1st Annual Wags & Wellness family fun event June 8, 2013 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. It will be held at Seager Park located at 1163 Plank Rd. in Naperville. The event will be focused on the health and wellness of both people and pets. There will be dog training demonstrations with Narnia Pet Behavior and Training, dog yoga sessions  with Doga, a Frisbee dog demonstration with Tom Wehrli and mini-boot camp sessions with the Fry Family YMCA.
Other businesses showcasing their health-related products and services include Edward Hospital, Two Bostons, Vitality Chiropractic Care, Out U Go! Naperville, Pet Reiki and Communication, LaVida Massage, Chiro One Wellness Centers and Paws In Time Pet Resort. Complimentary beverages and healthy snacks will be provided by Whole Foods Market, Naperville.
Wags & Wellness is a free event and will be a fun day for the whole family and dogs are welcome too! So come join us and learn how to live a healthier life!
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Putts for Pets Golf Outing
Join us at our very popular Putts for Pets golf outing scheduled for July 8, 2013 at Cress Creek Country Club located at 1215 Royal Saint George Drive in Naperville.
The day will begin at 11:00 a.m. with golfer check in and lunch. There will be a shotgun start at 12:30 p.m. The day ends with cocktails at 6:00 p.m. followed by dinner, auctions and awards.
The cost per golfer is $195, or you can join us just for dinner and the evening activities for $60. Click here to register.
We also are looking for items to be donated to our auction. Popular items include golf equipment, fine wine, sporting event tickets, restaurant gift certificates, high end electronics and travel and hotel vouchers. If you have an item to donate contact Angie Wood, executive director, via email.
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Thank you for supporting Naperville Area Humane Society. Donations are tax deductible to the extent provided by the law.
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