SPRING 2006 • V ol. 41 No. 1 - San Diego Humane Society and SPCA

SPRING 2006 • Vol. 41 No. 1

president’s message
The History of the
Human-Animal Bond
Mark Goldstein, D.V.M.
President of the San Diego
Humane Society and SPCA
with his dog Ren.
As we enter a new year and many of us reflect on where we have been and where we are going, I would like to
share with you a topic that is very important to me: the human-animal bond. This bond is represented by the
unconditional love we receive from our pets and the love and care we provide them in return. Our relationship
with animals can be traced back over 15,000 years to the domestication of the dog, who served first as our hunt and
workmates, then as protectors, service animals and finally as our companions and family members.
As I write this message, the Chinese New Year will start off 2006 as the “Year of the Dog.” The dedication of this
year to canines exemplifies how the human-animal bond crosses geographical, cultural and generational boundaries.
In fact, many of us learned our first lessons about life from Aesops fables, Mother Goose Rhymes and stories like Black
Beauty and Lassie. Through their behavior, animals teach us about patience, love and compassion and in turn we
become better human beings. This process is exemplified in the evolution of the treatment of dogs: they went from
being chained outside, to being allowed as our companions into the garage and living room and then eventually to
competing with us for space in our beds. It is during this time as our cherished pets that the notion of the humananimal
bond has truly grown and transformed into what it is today. Of course, this bond is not limited to our canine
companions, but also includes cats, small animals and other pets, who were domesticated more recently than their
canine cousins.
The depth and breadth of the bond between people and pets can be seen by the recent trend in spending on our
pets’ needs and desires in the form of toys, clothing, bedding, training, etc., and in the celebration of their lives
through birthday parties, pet photography and even in memorials.
In 1943 psychologist Abraham Maslow proposed that living beings have a “hierarchy of needs,” beginning with the
most important physiological needs: food, water and shelter. For our pets, and ourselves, I would argue that other
basic needs also include quality medical care and love. It is our responsibility as part of the human-animal bond to
provide these needs to our pets.
Our animal friends deserve to have their medical needs met with proper nutrition, daily exercise, and veterinary
care that often extends beyond basic vaccinations. And as you’ll see in this issue’s cover story, the San Diego Humane
Society concurs that pets deserve quality care. We ensure that all of our animals receive exceptional care and perform
advanced veterinary procedures when needed.
As you can see, the human-animal bond that we share with our pets has taken thousands of years to develop into
the wonderful and diverse form in which we experience it today. To everyone who has ever loved an animal, you can
understand why our mission at the San Diego Humane Society is to enhance this bond in our community.
Finally, I would like to invite you to witness how our organization works to promote this bond during our 9 th
Annual Telethon, which airs live on March 4 from noon to 5 p.m. on FOX Channel 6. We will be highlighting many
stories of people who have developed this bond with a Society pet and how all our programs and services enhance
the person-pet relationship. I hope you will join us and want to thank and remind you that we cannot provide these
services without your support.
Mark Goldstein, D.V.M.
President of the San Diego Humane Society and SPCA
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Photo: Melisa Codgell

From the Mailbox
Dear Humane Society,
I wanted to send some updated photos of
my two kitties that I adopted from you, now
named Compay and Alfie. They are wonderful
cats and we love them, but boy do they get into
trouble sometimes! Thank you again for all
your help in adopting our beloved boys.
Take care,
Alma Ronis
San Diego Humane Society Staff:
We wanted to let you know how Hopper
is doing. He’s a very happy boy who loves to
sleep in-between us every night (if we don’t
let him, he’ll cry). We take him to the beach
almost every day and he loves everyone he
meets. Thank you so much for helping us
find our best friend!
Jess Brown and Jessica Adlish
January 5, 2006
I adopted Squeekers (now Snickerdoodles) from the Humane Society in
November. She was sick when she was brought to you, but she is now much
better. She and our first guinea pig, Oreo, have become best friends and her fur is
now soft and shiny. She is quite a little character; very “nosy” and always checking
out everything that is going on. Thank you for all the wonderful care and love that
you gave Snickerdoodles - she shows us each day how happy she is to be alive and
with us in our home.
Thanks again,
Laurie Huber
Published quarterly by:
San Diego Humane Society and SPCA
5500 Gaines Street,
San Diego, CA 92110-2572
(619) 299-7012
www.sdhumane.org
Postmaster@SDHumane.org
To report animal abuse call 1-800-98-ABUSE
Board of Trustees
Judith Muñoz, Ph.D.
Chairperson
Jeff Lyle
Vice Chairperson, Finance & Audit
Diane Gilabert
Vice Chairperson, Board Governance and
Nominating
Lori Walton
Vice Chairperson, Community Relations &
Development
Alyce Lynn
Secretary
Marilyn Anderson, George Coles, Diane Glow,
Eve Godfrey, Wayne Hanson, Martha Harrington,
Suzanne Koch, Michael Luther, John Parker (Life
Member), David Sear, Nancy Vaughan
Advisors
Frank Bathrick, Robert Brown, Anne Fomon,
Ronald Goldman, Michelle Graham, Georgia
Griffiths, Abby Leber, Dave Mason, Diane Ross,
Melvin Segal, Peter Van Rossum
Life Members
Giovanni Bucolo, Ph.D., Betsy Hillyer,
Dan & Vi McKinney, Sheila Vardaman
President
Mark Goldstein, D.V.M.
AnimalFare Editor
Simran Zilaro
Contributing Writers
Kelsey Argus, Tricia Macri, Kimmy O’Connor,
Shelly Stuart, Sarah Whorley, Simran Zilaro
Design & Layout
Kat Design
Our sincere thanks to Kat Design and
Precision Litho for their generous support of
the San Diego Humane Society and SPCA.
Serving San Diego County since 1880, the San Diego
Humane Society and SPCA provides vital services to
animals and people alike through sheltering and adopting
animals, providing positive reinforcement behavior training
for adoptable animals and for owned animals through
public training classes, investigating animal cruelty and
neglect, providing adult and youth education programs,
sharing animals through pet-assisted therapy and
rescuing animals in emergency situations.
ON THE COVER: Dr. Dennis Derieg, Dr. Jim Babbitt and Dr. Katie Kangas perform knee surgery to repair
a torn ligament on Keeza the German Shepherd. Photo: Simran Zilaro
A private, nonprofit organization that receives no public or
government funding, the San Diego Humane Society and
SPCA is supported solely by contributions, grants, bequests,
investments, proceeds from the Society’s antique consignment
store in La Jolla (Glorious Antiques) and some fees
for service.
For your privacy, the Society does not sell, rent, lend or
exchange our AnimalFare mailing or contributor lists.
AnimalFare • Spring 2006

“
Bring me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses…”
though this phrase adorns the pedestal of one of our nation’s
monuments, it might well be the mantra for the San Diego
Humane Society and SPCA’s medical staff who are always up to treating
veterinary challenges.
Dr. Katie Kangas works on the teeth of Rascal
the rabbit. Many rabbits need regular dental
care, including cleanings, extractions and tooth
trimmings, and this is just one of the many
procedures Humane Society veterinarians
perform to keep pets at their healthiest.
Sheila Bailey,
RVT, comforts
poodle mix
Hoku before her
spay operation
by massaging
her back.
Photo: Simran Zilaro

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Each day, this dynamic team of a
dozen staffers (veterinarians, technicians,
and assistants) sees and treats pets of
different species, ages, and suffering
from a variety of medical conditions.
From basic spay and neuters to special
surgeries and advanced diagnostics, the
Humane Society provides quality and
thorough medical care for all its animals.
And it’s a good thing, especially for
Keeza, who recently received knee
surgery for torn ligaments. Keeza is a
five-year-old female German Shepherd
who was relinquished to the Humane
Society with a limp. Upon examination
and X-rays, the Medical Department
discovered she had been suffering from
her injury for a significant amount of
time.
“It’s exciting and challenging,” said
Dr. Katie Kangas, Humane Society Sr.
Veterinarian. “Now we’re able to provide
more specialized care for the animals
that come to us. In the past, there was
very little we could do for pets like Keeza.
With the expansion of the department
and the additional equipment, we can
offer a much higher level of care.”
This Department, whose staff and
caseload has tripled since the Humane
Society moved to its Gaines Street
location in 2003, sees over 7,000 pet
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Photo: Simran Zilaro
patients per year. In addition to full
medical examinations, vaccinations
and micro-chipping for all Humane
Society animals, all dogs and cats over
the age of seven receive a full blood panel
analysis. The Veterinary Medicine
Department also routinely performs dental
cleanings and extractions, digital x-rays,
ultrasounds, blood pressure monitoring
and urinalysis. They also can diagnose
and treat animals with allergies, heart
problems, and orthopedic conditions. Last
year, the Department provided specialty
surgeries or medical treatments (not
including spay/neuter) for approximately
40 percent of the animals they examined.
After her knee surgery Keeza will have
a recovery period at the Humane Society
of three to fours weeks and then be made
available for adoption. She will also go
home with a set of physical therapy
exercises that her new pet parents can
use to help build the strength in her knee.
The Department’s 2,300 square foot
clinic includes a pharmacy, evaluation and
treatment areas, isolation ward, surgery
suite, and recovery room. Additionally,
animals that have medical conditions
that can’t be corrected at the Humane
Society, are often sent to outside specialty
hospitals so they can be treated and made
ready for adoption.
“It’s a major accomplishment that we
have such great relationships with San
Diego specialists, including the doctors at
Mission Valley VCA Hospital, Veterinary
Specialty Hospital of San Diego and
South Coast Veterinary Imaging,” Diane
Tally, Humane Society Hospital Manager
said. “They will often perform procedures
that we can’t, due to lack of resources or
equipment, for a highly reduced fee.”
For example, thanks to the generosity
of the community and these specialists,
animals that have been hit by a car or
who have suffered abuse can now receive
the surgeries they need to start their lives
over again. Initial diagnoses and X-rays
can be done on-site at the Humane
Society and then the pet may be sent to
Photo: Simran Zilaro
a specialist to complete the treatment.
“We spend a lot of time on pain
management with our animals. It’s been
shown that if you can stop pain before it
starts, as opposed to providing medication
after the fact, animals remain a lot more
comfortable and happy after the surgery,”
remarked Dr. Kangas. “In fact, that is
why all the animals we prep for surgery
receive pain medication both before and
after their operations.”
With the growth in staff, the
Veterinary Medicine Department has also
increased its capability to treat small and
exotic animals. Guinea pigs, parakeets
and iguanas can all be found gracing the
halls of the Medical Department to be
examined and treated prior to their
adoptions. The most common medical
problems for these animals show up in
the form of skin conditions and mites.
“We also no longer focus soley on ‘herd
health’,” Kangas continued. “Of course
any shelter has to worry about contagious
diseases, which is helped by our isolation
wards and air filtration systems, but we’re
now able to provide more individualized
healthcare for these pets which means we
can adopt out healthier animals.”
(continued on page 6)
Dr. Katie Kangas performs a routine examination of
a cat before releasing him for adoption.

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Shedding A New Light On Shelter Medicine (continued from page 5)
Dr. Jim Babbitt scrubs his hands before
Keeza’s surgery. The sterilization of the surgery
environment, including the surgeon’s hands, is
paramount to reducing infections in patients.
Additionally, relaying and explaining
an animal’s medical history to a potential
adopter is just as important as the actual
medical treatment. A consultation with a
Humane Society veterinarian is a required
part of the adoption process for any pet
that has a medical condition, special needs
or that underwent a significant treatment
while in Humane Society care. Last year
the Medical Department held 358 medical
consultations with potential adopters.
Photo: Simran Zilaro
“We are dedicated to providing as
much pet medical history as we can to
the public. These consultations are vital
because they give potential adopters an
idea of what they are getting into,”
said Dr. Jim Babbitt, Humane Society
veterinarian. “We review the pet’s
medical problem and what current or
future care the pet might need. We also
discuss the financial commitment and
the care the pet may require so the future
owners have a full understanding of the
pet’s health when they adopt. The more
information we provide ensures that
adopters have fewer medical surprises
and also helps to guarantee that we have
found the right match for the pet.”
Many wonderful companion animals
like Keeza, that have manageable health
conditions are adopted from the Humane
Society on a daily basis, and thanks to
advances in the Veterinary Medicine
Department these animals have a second
chance at a loving home!
“The days of providing shelter
animals with sub-rate health care are
gone,” remarked Tally, who has worked
for the San Diego Humane Society for
20 years. “We have vastly upgraded our
general medical care, pain management,
and anesthesia procedures so they are
safer and easier on the animals. I am
very proud to work for such an amazing
organization and for what we have
recently accomplished. We’ve gone from
pre-historic to state of the art!”
In fact, the Department has even
participated in several research
studies in conjunction with UC Davis
in the hopes that our findings can help
advance shelter medicine across the
country. Of course, such progress could
not be made without the help of the San
Diego community who is equally as
committed to the health and well-being
of our furry friends!
Thanks to the knee surgery performed by Humane
Society veterinarians, Keeza now has a brighter
and healthier future.
Photo: Kelsey Angus
Extraordinary Care Can Continue Only Through Generous Giving
The San Diego Humane Society and SPCA’s Veterinary
$10,000 will cover the cost of outside veterinary care for special
Medicine Department provides an extraordinary level of service cases that require more advanced care or complex surgeries.
for every animal that comes through our doors. The department
$10,000 will underwrite the Litter Abatement Program which
evaluates all animals surrendered by their owners, impounded
spays and neuters parent animal(s) of relinquished litters for
by our humane officers, or transferred from other animal welfare
free.
agencies, for a total of over 7,000 animals evaluated each year.
$4,000 will purchase a new autoclave to sterilize medical
If you would like to help fund the medical care of these
instruments and prevent the spread of bacteria.
special companion animals, or for more information contact
the Development Department at (619) 243-3434.
$3,500 will purchase special isolation kennels for the veterinary
Any donation amount can be specified for the “Fairy Tail
clinic to help contain contagious diseases.
Fund” which provides out of the ordinary care for special $3,000 will underwrite the cost of prescription animal food
Society animals.
for the animals in our care that need a temporary or lifelong
$70,200 will underwrite the cost of relief veterinarians who care
prescriptive diet.
for sick or injured animals during particularly busy times. $600 will procure a culture incubator that allows for the early
$15,000 will purchase a flexible endoscopy which evaluates and
diagnosis of many infectious diseases.
retrieves biopsy samples or blockages from pet’s digestive tracks. $100 will cover the cost of one spay or
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neuter surgery.
• Spring 2006

Puppy Peddlers Still Selling Heartbreak
In the summer of 2004 the San Diego
Humane Society and SPCA began
receiving calls from people who bought
sick puppies from peddlers on the streets.
Each caller had a heartbreakingly similar
story about purchasing an adorable “purebred”
puppy in a parking lot, swap meet or
street corner for $300 to $1,000, only to find
a few days later that the puppy was very
ill. Sometimes the puppies lived, but they
often died despite expensive veterinary care
and the seller was always long gone.
After talking with other animal welfare
and control agencies, it became clear
that these incidents were not isolated to a
few sellers or even one region. To combine
resources and information the San Diego
Humane Society and SPCA formed the
Border Puppy Task Force (BPTF) with
14 other California animal welfare and
law enforcement agencies. In December
2005, the BPTF announced the results of a
two-week operation conducted at the Otay
Mesa and San Ysidro ports of entry.
During the two-week study the BPTF
found that 362 puppies under the age
of three months were brought into the
United States from Mexico. While bringing
animals across the border is not illegal,
a majority of these puppies are sick, too
young to be separated from their mothers
and littermates, inhumanely transported
and usually intended for resale.
To combat this problem, a California
state law went into effect January 2006
punishing individuals with a $250
maximum fine or a misdemeanor for
selling puppies who are less than eightweeks-old.
The law is only applicable if
the sale has taken place and the dog has
been transferred to the new owner.
If you or someone you know is
planning on purchasing a pet from
a private party, here are some tips
to keep in mind:
• Think adoption first! There are
many wonderful and healthy
companion animals available
at the San Diego Humane Society
and other area shelters.
• Make sure the animal has been seen
by a veterinarian.
• Be wary of people who sell animals
from a strange or temporary location
(i.e. parking lots, swap meets, etc.).
• Ask questions about the animal’s
history, health, temperament, etc.
• Do not pay cash and ask for a receipt
with legible information, including the
seller’s name, phone number, address
and driver’s license number.
• Ask for a health guarantee and find out
if the animal can be returned
• Don’t make an “impulse purchase”
– unscrupulous sellers rely on people
who don’t think through their decision
when they see an adorable puppy.
• Do not purchase an animal that seems
ill, depressed or lethargic.
“Border Pups” All Grown Up
In 2004 Cathy and Clyde Bacon
adopted former “border puppies”
Margarita and Nacho from the San
Diego Humane Society and SPCA. Both
dogs had struggled for life with various
ailments after inhumane treatment by
puppy peddlers who imported them from
Mexico to the United States for resale.
Over a year later, both dogs are healthy
and except for a minor digestive problem,
have no medical side effects from their
rough beginnings. The dogs are full-time
RV travelers and have driven across the
U.S. with their new owners. Thanks to
the determination of Humane Society
Investigators and Veterinary Department
staff, these dogs are now happy and
healthy, bringing their pet parents joy
every day.
Nacho (left) and Margarita (right) pose for a photo
on one their favorite spots in the RV – the couch!
To report individuals selling sick or
young animals, call our Investigations
Department at 1-800-98-ABUSE.
Shop from the Comfort of your Own Home!
Did you know the San Diego Humane Society has an eBay The Humane Society accepts all of the following and more
store that sells donated antiques and collectibles? On any given for their eBay store: silver, porcelain, china and figurines, linens,
day you can find a treasure trove of items ranging from affordable
to luxurious, just by turning on your computer! These wall shelves and sconces, clocks, furniture and antiques, crystal,
lamps, small throw rugs, paintings, art and sculptures, mirrors,
quality pieces are hand picked and managed by Glorious cut glass and glassware, fine and costume jewelry.
Antiques staff and volunteers.
So if you’re a web savvy antique lover with a soft spot for
And the best part is all the proceeds from your purchases animals or were considering donating antique or estate items to
benefit the animals at the San Diego Humane Society and a good cause, you’ll certainly want to put the Humane Society’s
SPCA! You can also support the Humane Society by donating eBay store on the top of your list!
your unwanted antiques, collectibles or estate items. The items Log-on to http://stores.ebay.com/Glorious-Antiques to
you donate are tax-deductible (as permitted by law), so they can view the Humane Society’s eBay store, or for more information
help save you money and help the animals at the same time. on shopping or donating call (858) 459-2222.
AnimalFare • Spring 2006

Maneuvering Your Way to a Stronger Bond with
Your Dog!
Have you ever watched a dog
effortlessly maneuver through
weave poles or run full-speed
through a tunnel and wondered if your
best friend could do the same? Well, now
he can!
The San Diego Humane Society is
proud to offer “Agility,” a beginning dog
agility class. Agility training is a great
outlet for dogs that need to work or have
a ‘job’, require a high-level of mental
and physical exercise, or simply need
confidence building. And not to worry,
older dogs will learn new skills too!
“Your dog doesn’t have to be a
Border Collie or a Jack Russell
Terrier to benefit from agility,” said
Andrea Ashbaugh, CPDT and Humane
Society Senior Behavior Trainer. “Some
students may go on to competitions, but
what’s more important is how agility
can build the bond between you and
your dog.”
The rapidly growing sport of Dog
Agility demonstrates a dog’s physical
strength as well as his ability to react
and negotiate new and challenging
obstacles. Most importantly, however,
agility training offers dogs and their
“Agility” instructor Andrea Ashbaugh demonstrates the
A-Frame ramp with her dog Gossip. Inset photo: Gossip
runs through the agility tunnel at top speed.
owners a chance to develop a solid
relationship built upon trust.
Dogs and handlers who complete the
Humane Society’s “Agility” class can
expect to learn simple pole weaving,
jumping mechanics and going through a
tunnel. Although training to compete in
Dog Agility can take years, “Agility” will
start dogs and their handlers off on the
right paw and give them a taste of this
exciting sport.
Grab Your Favorite Furry Friend and Tune in!
The San Diego Humane Society and SPCA’s 9 th Annual Telethon
March 4, 2006 from noon to 5 p.m. on FOX 6
Tune in for a great show and to make a pledge for animals!
Watch the 2006 Telethon For:
• A special, behind-the-scenes tour of the Humane Society
• Adoptable dogs, cats and small animal features
• Stories of Hurricane Katrina animal survivors
• Pet tips, news and advice
• Happy adoption stories
• Exciting prizes and more!
For more info call (619) 243-3408
The “Agility” class consists of
six one hour and 15 minute sessions
with a maximum of six dogs per
class, allowing each dog one-on-one
training time. The class is open to
all dog-friendly dogs six months and
older who have already completed
“Foundation for Dog Sports” or another
beginning dog sports class. Dog Agility
is a sport and dogs, like athletes, can
sustain injuries during competition,
so safety is a major component to the
class. Learning the skills is important,
but learning to do them safely is
paramount.
If you’re ready for a new kind of
training that will help you form an
amazing connection with your pooch,
while having tons of fun, then an agility
class may be perfect for you and your
favorite canine companion!
“Agility” is taught at the San Diego
Humane Society and SPCA, located in
the Linda Vista area of San Diego. A
new class starts every 12 weeks and the
investment in your dog’s enrichment is
just $149. Call (619) 299-7012, extension
2247 to register today!
Photos: Norine Sultana-McCall
AnimalFare • Spring 2006

The Calm After the Storm: A Hurricane Katrina Follow-Up
Although Hurricane Katrina may be a distant memory
for some, we will never forget how it touched our lives
through the animals that needed our help. In recent
months the Humane Society has continued to help Hurricane
Katrina animals and their families:
Reunion Weekend
On November 12, 2005 the San Diego Humane Society and
SPCA brought four families from across the United States to
San Diego to be reunited with dogs that were brought to San
Diego after the hurricane. The dogs’ displaced owners were
found after hours of dedicated research via the phone and
Internet by Humane Society staff and volunteers. To date the
Society has reunited 16 dogs with their owners.
A New Home for Honey
Certain that they had found the dog they lost during
Hurricane Katrina, a Florida family waited anxiously at the
airport for the arrival of their dog and a San Diego Humane
Society and SPCA staff member. They were soon devastated to
realize that the dog that had made the cross-country trip from
California to Florida was not their missing pet. The dog, a
yellow Chow Chow mix named “Honey,” flew back to the
Humane Society and awaited adoption.
On December 22, 2005 Honey was adopted into her new,
forever home where she is doing well. Her new pet parent
Diana says that Honey is the “perfect companion” and has
adjusted well to her new environment. Diana says that Honey
loves to be brushed and to cuddle on her lap and she is happy to
provide her with a stable, loving home.
Helping Out Our Southern Friends
In addition to reuniting and adopting out animals displaced by
Hurricane Katrina, the Humane Society has began helping Gulf
Coast shelters by bringing their adoptable animals to our Sherman
Street facility for adoption. Residents of these hard-hit areas are
focused on rebuilding their lives and are mostly unable to adopt
pets. As a result, local animal welfare agencies are having a
difficult time with overcrowding. The Humane Society’s Sherman
Street facility will continue to take in animals from the Louisiana
SPCA (along with animals from other county shelters) as long
there is a need to find these animals new homes. Additionally,
the San Diego Humane Society and SPCA will be providing funding
to the Louisiana SPCA and the Humane Society of Southern
Mississippi from remaining Hurricane Katrina funds in an effort
to help them rebuild and return aiding the animals devastated by
this disaster.
Mable Tobias and Willie
Washington reunite with
their Chow Chow King.
Inset photo: Don Manual
and his son Keenan came
from Texas to be reunited
with their German Shepherd
Baby Girl.
Photos: Phil Ensley
Tune-in for Adoptable Animals, Training Advice and More!
We would like to thank our media friends for supporting the Humane Society’s adoption and behavior training efforts.
The following media outlets continue to provide regular coverage on adoptable animals, behavior training advice and other
information for the San Diego Humane Society at no cost.
San Diego Union-Tribune
KFMB-TV (Ch. 8)
NBC (Ch. 7/39)
KUSI-TV (Ch. 9/51)
KPRZ 1210 AM/
KCBQ 1170 AM
Magic 92.5 FM
World Talk Radio
Check out the “Pet of the Week” Thursdays in the Animal House page in the Currents section.
See our adoptable animals on the “Pet Friends” segment every Wednesday at 7:25 a.m.
Learn valuable training tips on the “Pet Peeves” segment every other Sunday at 8:15 a.m.
Check out our adoptable animals on the “Pet of the Week” segment every third Monday at 8:45 a.m.
Learn all about one of our adoptable animals on the adoptable pet segment on Viewpoint San Diego
each month.
Meet one of our adoptable pets every third Monday on “Jagger and Kristi’s Kritters” at 8 a.m.
For pet tips and advice from the Humane Society experts, listen to “Pet Talk with Mr. G” live online
each month on Fridays at 3 p.m., or to listen to an archived show visit www.worldtalkradio.com.
E-mail pr@sdhumane.org or call (619) 243-3437 with questions or comments about any of our media outreach efforts.
AnimalFare • Spring 2006

Big, Beautiful Cuddler Seeking a Warm Lap
Daisy is a sweet and loving cat looking for the perfect the ideal home for Daisy would
place to spend her golden years. Read on to learn more be one with adults looking for
about this special cat:
a friendly cat who don’t mind
• Passers-by often comment on how contented this tubby allowing her to solicit attention
tabby looks as she naps the day away on her comfy pillow. at her own pace – which should
While awake Daisy’s usually searching for new laps and new be pretty often once she adjusts
friends because this affectionate kitty wants all the petting and to her new home!
love she cat get!
• According to the staff that
• At 10-years-young this unique, personality-plus feline lady cares for Daisy each day, this friendly kitty is an amazingly
knows exactly what she likes and dislikes. For example, this sweet companion cat who’ll make a wonderful pet for someone
attention-hound likes to cuddle and have her chin rubbed, but special. Is that special someone you?
prefers not to be picked up.
If you’re ready to adopt Daisy and make her part of your
• In addition to her little quirks, Daisy enjoys quiet companionship
and curling up in a secret spot to doze. Consequently, this special and friendly feline
family, head down to the San Diego Humane Society to meet
today!
Too Young for a Will?
Photo: Tricia Macri
Many people put off writing a
will because they feel they
are not old enough to need
one. They say to themselves, “I’ll take
care of this when I retire.”
Actually, there are several good
reasons for having a will earlier in life.
First, there is the possibility, though
remote, that death could come by
accident or illness. And this means that
having a will makes good sense.
Second, having minor children makes
planning for their care extremely important.
Through a will, you can name
custodians for dependents and trustees
(Please complete and return this reply form.)
of family trusts. You can also designate
guardians for any pets you may have.
Third, though your estate may be
modest, you still have the right (and
obligation) to make your own decisions
regarding the disposition of your assets.
This includes designating bequests, for
organizations like San Diego Humane
Society and SPCA, that reflect your
interests and values.
Fourth, getting your first will in
place while you are younger will make
it easier for you to adjust it later as the
need arises.
Finally, peace of mind is a wonderful
blessing at any age. Having a valid
will in place will give you a sense of
accomplishment and satisfaction. You
will appreciate knowing that you have
cared for one of the most important
responsibilities in life.
We have free information booklets
available on making and giving through
your will. For these no-obligation booklets,
use the response form below, or call
Shelly Stuart, Director of Development,
at (619) 243-3410. You can also request
the complimentary booklets by sending
an e-mail to cc@sdhumane.org.
Dear Friends at San Diego Humane Society:
Please send me your free booklets about wills.
Please contact me about a personal visit. The best time to call is________________________.
I/We have already provided a bequest for the San Diego Humane Society in our estate plans.
Mail this form to:
Shelly Stuart
San Diego Humane Society and SPCA
5500 Gaines Street
San Diego, CA 92110
Please send me information about the benefits of the Humane Heritage Circle.
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10 AnimalFare • Spring 2006

Ask a Trainer
The Chewing and Digging Blues
to chew on an inappropriate item, the
Q: My husband and I have a oneyear-old
Labrador Retriever mix who’s
best thing to do is ‘trade’ with him by
giving him a treat or an appropriate
constantly chewing on things and digging
chew toy for the item.
in my yard. We give him chew toys, but it As for digging, one of the first things
doesn’t seem to be enough to satisfy him. you need to figure out is why your dog is
How can I train him not to do this? digging. Is he digging because he’s bored
All Chewed Out in San Diego, Calif.
and alone, or is he digging because he
really enjoys digging? To narrow down
A: Thank you for your question, this is the reasons why your dog digs, make
an issue that many dog owners struggle sure he has plenty of toys and appropriate
items in the backyard to play with.
with. Normal dog behaviors like chewing
and digging don’t always work for us as Plenty of exercise, in addition to food
pet parents, and therefore we have to be dispensing toys that make your dog think
proactive in finding ways to channel our for his treats, can help alleviate boredom
dog’s behaviors into appropriate outlets. digging. Remember the saying, “a tired
It’s good to give your dog chew toys, dog is a good dog!”
as long as they are safe for your dog. By If you’re doing all of these things
giving your dog plenty of appropriate and your dog still wants to dig, then he
items to chew on and rewarding him probably just enjoys the feeling of dirt
for chewing on these items with treats under his paws! In this case you can also
and praise, it will help give him the use proactive management to keep him
picture that it’s OK to chew on these out of areas where you don’t want him
items. In addition, being proactive about to dig (such as fencing off your garden)
managing your dog’s environment by and instead direct him toward his own
removing inappropriate chew items from digging area. Provide your dog with a
his reach (like remote controls and shoes) specific ‘digging box’ in the yard where
will lessen the chance for your dog to he can dig and reward him for digging
chew and destroy. If your dog does decide in this area. To further encourage your
dog to dig in his box, you
can hide his toys or
treats there for him
to “find”.
In addition to the
above, using daily positive
reinforcement training to
teach your dog to be calm and providing
mental stimulation is extremely
important and a great way for your pet to
feel generally settled. I would recommend
that you, your husband and dog enroll in
our four-week-long Head Start Training
Class to learn how to teach your dog
these life skills. We have weekday/weeknight
and weekend classes available and
you can sign up by calling (619) 299-7012,
extension 2247.
I wish you the best of luck in
encouraging your dog to chew and dig
in a manner that works for both you
and your husband and your dog.
Margaret Lenoir,
Certified Pet Dog Trainer (CPDT)
San Diego Humane Society and
SPCA Behavior Trainer
Have a question for our Behavior and Training
staff? E-mail us at behavior@sdhumane.org.
Just for Kids! Spring Animal Adventure Camp 2006
April 10 – 14, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
$165 per camper
Kids ages five to 13 can:
• Train dogs and socialize cats
• Exercise bunnies and guinea pigs
• Make treats and toys for adoptable pets
• Enjoy animal-related games and crafts
• Get behind the scenes tours of the
Humane Society’s innovative campus
• And above all, learn compassion and
respect for all living beings while having
fun at the same time!
Spaces are filling up fast – call to register your child today! To register or
receive more information, call the Education Department at (619) 243-3432
or visit www.sdhumane.org and click on “Just for Kids.”
AnimalFare • Spring 2006
11

Gifts of Love
Tribute and memorial
donations are a special way
to remember and honor
loved ones and pets. A card
will be sent to whomever
you ask us to notify. The
following memorial and
tribute gifts were received
between October 16 th , 2005
and January 15 th , 2006.
In Memory of People
A. Bruce Awenius
– Karen Kennedy
Alan Jewett
– William Clarke
Albert Calvin
– Ruth Calvin
Alfons Heck
– Berniece Heck
Audrey Mulvaney
– Richard & Joan Batchelder
Barbara Grace
– James & Janet Gleason
Beverly Conkey
– Diane Smalligan
Beverly Onder
– Dennis & Lynda Bostad
Bobbie Booth
– Patricia Wright
Brett Beach
– Carole Sutton
Charles L. Ritten
– Charles E. & Virginia Ritten
Fdn.
Christy
– Susan, Bill, Kim, Shery &
Gram Balentine
Connie Pace
– Patricia Wright
Donald E. Settle
– Joyce Settle
Doreen Codinha
– Scott & Lori Bonesteel
Mrs. Doreen Duff
– Don & Sheila Pope & crew
Dorothea Tuney
– Leslie Batista
Eleanor Funk
– Thomas Funk
Elizabeth Jessop Kelley
– Albert & Helen Powell
– Richard Jessop
Elizabeth “Betsy” Perinoni
– Bruce & Vera Burriss
– Carol & Jerry Boster
– Elrose Myers
– Kenneth Vaught
– Nancy Jensen
Elizabeth Sunt
– Tallmadge & Roger Brown
Fran DeLaurentis
– Robert DeLaurentis
George Gottlier
– Ellen Mason
George Wilson
– Leslie Johnson-Leech
Girard St. Onge
– Harlan & Gertrud Beach
Helenia Rothke
– Lauralee Bennett
Henry Dauphinais
– Robin Dauphinais
Jack Rutheford
– Martha Harrington
James Conte
– Dorothy Conte
Janet McGee
– Patrick & Annette McGee
Jean Young
– Eileen & Donald Farley
– Gwendolyn & Joseph
Shaulys
Jill Jorgensen
– Bill & Mylda Scales
Joffre Roberts
– Martita Smith & Susan
Kirssin
John Lewis
– Maureen Lewis
Juan & Teresa Rodriguez
– Robert & Yolanda Martinez
June Goldsmith
– Charlene & Robert Kemp
Kathy Sweeney
– Jeffrey & Mary Friestedt
Ken Kelley
– J.L. Krusinski
Kimberly Hauser
– Beth Stekler
Larry Bazinet
– Carol Bazinet
– John Marich
Lea Donahoo
– James Donahoo
Lillian Hudak
– E.J. Hudak
Lois Brase
– Carol Brase
Mrs. Lois Hartmann
– Coworkers at Palomar
Medical Center
Lori Abele McFadden
– Audrey Crew
Margaret Peggy Hunter
– Harold & Gloria Wilkins
– Margaret Devries
– Ralph & Phyllis Redhead
– Richard & Carol Peterson
– Warren & Ellen Glenna
Margret Ray
– Sheila McGuire
Maria Staatse
– Joan Lidell
Marianna Roberts
– John Roberts
Marie Kimmel
– Kappa Beta Nu Sorority
Marjorie Gillette
– Laura Stevenson
Mark Stuntebeck
– Social Committee, Castle
Park Elem. School
Mary Jo Slager
– Alden & Judith Fulkerson
– Robert Rolli
Millicent “Mimi” Ann Moss
Macdonald
– Jean Conole
– Kathleen Macleod
– Robert & Anne Pallinger
– Virginia Roop
Miriam Schmidt & Nicole
– John Schmidt
Paula McDaniel
– Phyllis Murrell
– Ross Porter
Paul Fleischer
– Hedy Fleischer
Paul Hayes
– Edith Adams
Paul White
– Bobbie White
Robert Fowler
– Rita Moulen
– SAIC Int’l. Corp.
Roberta Borkat
– Ann Peterson
Roberta “Bobbie” Callahan
– Anonymous
– Belinda & Brian Bales
– Elizabeth Bethel
– James & Judith Soule
– Leslie Buckley
– Leslie Joan Shoquist
– Mike Squibb
– Robert Callahan
– Sharon Ulbas & Thomas
Songer
– Tami Kepple
Mrs. Rose Padovano
– Pet Emergency & Specialty
Center
Rowena Morris
– Ted & Hazel Laukemper
Samuel & Myrtle Azen
– Jeanne Azen
Sammy Teranova
– B.J. Comer
Sharron Coleman
– Carol & Steven Mattingly
– Ella Mae Wright
– Geraldine Bruce
– Gilda Brunet
– Jerald & Donna Van Ert
– Jerry & Jeanne Redfern
– John Coleman
– Leona Stripling
– Lynn Hijar
– Malica Coil
– Marty & Lorraine Moore
– Nancy Lee Vaughan
– Richard Coleman
– Robert Lucero
– Sarah Tintor
Sylvia Flood
– Brian Flood
– James & Sherrie Flood
Thelma Gogan
– Joseph & Barbara Perkins
Willine McCune
– Bonnie McNally
– Deborah Solan
– Dr. Eleanor Pratt
– Grace Johnston
– Kelly Riseley
– Mr. & Mrs. Jonathon Kohl
– Marcella Quirk
– Marilyn Nunn
– May & Marv Berman
– Roger & Jean Tuck
– Sal & Maria Zizzo
– Sampson Brown
– William & Alice Roth
Willie Pelletier
– Guy & Toshiye Kiyoi
– Issokson & Associates
– Phyllis Huckabee
In Memory of Pets
Alexa Jaramillo’s Lulu
All of Aimee Gilmore’s pets
All of Chandra Wallar’s dogs
All of Jessie Gerkin’s pets
All of Rita Bell’s dogs
Ann Danforth’s cat Crazy
Annie & Roger Petersen’s
guinea pig Shelby
Arline Willenberg’s Tinker
– Margaret Bouher, LCSW
Barbara Crisafulli’s cat Sandy
Barbara Maryott’s cat Merlin
– Madeleine Boyd
Barbara Stevenson’s Presy,
Boo-Boo & Cissy
Bear & Starscreamer
– Jacqueline Utilla & Theresa
Borer
Beau
– Dortha Lee Browning
Ben & Bob Ogle’s Pepperucci
Benny
– David Rowland
Bernice, Oprah & Polly
– George & Sylvia King
Beth Grunau’s Lady
– James & Linda Kent
Big Momma
– James & Grace Estey
Ms. Billie Hakes’ dog Rosie
– Patti, Ron, Chase & Phoebe
Mix
– Phyllis Lanphier
Blasé Morrissey’s Shannon
– M.C. Morrissey
Bob & Nancy Roberts’ Max
– Margaret Bouher, LCSW
Bonnie Green’s Friday
– Jo Flink
Brin
– Martin & Lenore Silver
Bruce & Gail Cummings’ Niele
– Bonnie Hugyez
Calvin & Janice Kosaka’s dog
Sunny
Carol Dhillon’s cat Girlfriend
Casey & Heidi
– Genevieve Matherly
Charger
– David Oliver
Cindy & Rebecca’s Muffy de
Cat Teal
– Mary Gross
Cliff Ridenour’s Max & Duffy
– Mary Gross
Coco
– Joan & Noel Mickelsen
Coco & Sara
– John Jardine
Conrad Tweetie
– Peter Fulton Foss
Cynthia & George Todd’s
Rocky Racoon
DeAnn & Dick Falk’s dog
Dixie
– Liz & Les Stiel
Debby Hansen’s dog Nanci
– Mark & Kris Goldstein
– Ron, Patti, Phoebe & Chase
Mix
Debbie Palmer’s dog Toby
– Jill Natham
Deborah Schoonover’s Remy
Deirdre & Don Claston-Day’s
dog Bear
– Sean Carroll
Diana Long’s dog Huston
– Bessie Sladeck
Diana Vallese’s dog Ferd
Don & Georjean Jensen’s dog
Benjamin
– Jenny Ludovissy
Don Read’s cat Bony
Mr. & Mrs. Douglas
Thompson’s guinea pig
Angel
Ed & Lynn Grant’s Rudy
– Carol Neer
Ed, Shellee & Caroline
Marelius’ Molly
– The Crockett Family
Eleanor Vreeland’s cat David
Ms. Ella Mae Wright’s dog
Mugs
– Kris & Mark Goldstein
– Shelly Stuart
Ellen & Stewart Benkle’s dog
Boss
Emerie Beck’s dog Ethel
– Joanne Stoecker
Emma
– Gunter Schultz
Eve Barber’s pets, The Girls &
Buffy
Evelyn Taylor’s horse Alix
Flint
– Sara Medall
Fremont Robinson
– Mr. & Mrs. Michael Sixtus
Frisk
– Ms. Jean Whitney
Garnette Morrison’s cat
Whitney Houston
Gary & Audrey Ray’s Punkie
Gary & Mina Davis’ Mimi
Gary Woodall’s dog Derby
– Woody Daniels
Gerald & Jeanne Quick’s cat
Henry
Gigi
– Dorothy Braidic
Ginger King
– Mary Katherine Anderson
Ms. Gitty Aschli’s dog Chanel
– Rhana Pytell
Gloria Resa’s Leo
Ms. Gloria Ustica’s dog Misty
– M.E. Soderlund
Greta
– Esther West
Hal Corbin’s dog Haley
Harley
– Meredith & Horace Scott
Harlot
– Don & Laura Rawson
Honey
– Dan & Helen Walters
The Hutz Family’s dog
Sebastian
– Anyah Hutz
Jan Denny & Paul Curtis’
Reilly
– Michelle, Millie & Zoe
Jasmine
– Linda Lou Ambrozich
Jeff & Dwayne’s Jessie
– Mary Gross
Jennifer Douglas’ Sugaree
– Dorothy & Richard Douglas
Jenny
– Anne Wright
Jeremy & Jane How’s dog
Zoe
Jerry & Karen Stratton’s dog
Kevlar
– William & Maureen Latham
Jessica Reed’s cat Callie
John & Dawn Isbell’s Cassie
Joyce Antorietto’s Moose
Juanita Holmes’ Pete
– Eugene Gorrow
Julie Poeschel’s cat Mr.
Mistoffelees
– M.E. Soderlund
Karah Kessler’s Princess
“Buggy”
Karen Engebretson’s cat Luke
– Bonita Miller Jensen
Karen Woodard’s Taro
Kathleen Kerstien’s Hap &
Trudy
– Betsy Sanders
Kathleen Sullivan’s cat Amelia
Katie Shipley’s Sunshine
– Deanna & Steven Shipley
Kay Thomas’ Axel
– John Holl
Keri
– Jeanne Lutz
Kim McCool’s Jake
– Sandy Arledge
Larry & Lori Simon’s Scraps &
Tyler
– Robyn Simon
Laurie Gaffen-Meyer’s guinea
pig Dot
Lauren & Lillie
– Ted & Judith Crippen
The Lechtenberger Family’s
dog Mijo
– Susan & Jesse Struhar
Leighton & Phyllis Read’s
Keeta
Leslie Klipper Stewart’s
Jeffery
Leslie Register’s Nina
Linda Barney’s cat Bart
– Anyah Hutz
Linda Riolo’s Max
Linda Zywiec’s Rudy, aka
“Bunny Boy”
– Dave Post
Lisa & Jack Altmann’s dog
Snoopy
– Linda & Erwin Sobin
Loretta Armstrong’s Smokey
Louise Berman’s Buster
– David & Barbara Altman
Lucille Richard’s Joey
Mair Nichols’ Sam
– Jo Flink
The Marelius Family’s dog
Molly
– The Crockett Family
Marian Aguirre’s Dulce
The Marler Family’s Orphan
Annie
Marshall & Elizabeth
Rothstein’s Prince &
Jasmine
Mary Fritchoff’s Thuli,
Leo, Buddy, Habib, K.C. &
Schwartzie
Mary Huber’s dog Sam
Mary Jane Flowers’ Blackie
– Debby Burger & Annette
Peer
Mary Jane Osterberg’s dog
Gypsy
Mary Katherine Anderson’s
Boots & Gretchen
Mary Saxton’s dog Maggie
Max
– Anne Earhart
Max
– Linda Riolo
Max Roberts
– Nancy & Robert Roberts
Mazella Gwynn’s Fancy &
Smokey
Merle Walden’s Tort
Mi Garb’s dog Brandy
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Huff’s
Maggie
– Ruth & Julia Kirtland
Michael & Kathy Casey’s Tailer
Michele Krupinski’s dog
Chelsea
Mike Bailey’s Cody
– Betsy Bailey
Miki & George
– John & Mira Stanczyk
Molly
– Skip & Sharon Hanson
The Mudd Family’s dog
Trophy Murphy
– Danya Dailey
Nala
– Christopher Sessions
Naomi Kartin & Mark Katz’s
Max & Kate
Nancy Frey’s dog Shamrock
– Christine Johnson
– Richard & Mary Jane
Rodgers
Nik
– Catherine Peppin
The O’Brien Family’s dog
Nemo
– Laurie & Jason Brown
Patrick Asuncion’s Chico
– Ricky Liwanag & David Delk
Penny
– Jean Whitney
Phil Tanico’s Micki
– Sheila Baenen–Tanico
Pueste
– Verna Lazarnick
Ravi the Red Baron of La
Mesa
– Penelope & Robert Ferreira
Regina Richardson’s Miko
– Janice & Greg Gallagher
Rhonda & Michael Melton’s
Muffin
Rick LaPorte & Dan Kilburn’s
Troy
– Margo Miller
Ricki & Allan Fein’s cats
Princess & Blu
Richard & Kay Adkins’ Ricky
Richard Robbins’ Henry &
Chelsea Calico Q. Cat
– The Robbins Family
Dr. & Mrs. Robert Reichman’s
Hershey Bear
Rodney & Isabelle Stitt’s dog
Bailey
The Rohr Family’s Heidi
– Ed Silverman & Ziggy &
Hershey
Mr. & Mrs. Roland Schmidt’s
dog Shiro
– Mr. & Mrs. Richard Gillelen
Rose Mary Mills’ Nicki
– Jeanette Landis
Sammie
– Raymond Glaman
Sandy
– Diane Weeks
Sandy
– Dollie & James Wilson
Sarah Whorley’s cat Yoda
– Mark & Kris Goldstein
Scott Starkey & Donda
Hookano’s Mister & Brea
– Janiece Chisholm
12 AnimalFare • Spring 2006

Seiko
– Warren Eding
Shamrock
– Bridget Frey
Sinbad
– Geralyn Mendoza
Snoopy, Blue, Princess &
Sassquatch
– Betty Pearce & Mary Miller
Spider
– Jean Weber
Steven Gennaro & Wayne
Bardwell’s Agnes
– Patrick McBride
Dr. Stewart Seaton’s dog Willie
– Billy & Juanita Seaton
Sugar & Pumpkin
– Sydney Zwerling & Dana
Robinson
Susan Eisele’s Max
Suzanne Koch’s Beatrice
– Mark & Kris Goldstein
Suzanne & Tom Warner’s Tony
– Sandy Arledge
Ms. T, Lady, Suzy, Rusty &
Daisy
– Steve & Yvonne Maloney
Tai Lin
– Charlene Higgs
Tami Pester’s Revelation
Storm Dancer
Tessa & Bandit
– Suzanne Kirkwood
Thomas & Judith Splitberger’s
Hopkins
Tinkerbelle & Nicholas
– Patty Marke
Tom & Susan Ortner’s cat
Sneeze
– Phyllis Lanphier
Tonka
– Reginald & Linda Frank
Travers
– Allen & Sandy Chaikin
Triscuit & Picasso Moss
– Mr. & Mrs. Michael Sixtus
Virginia Hicks’ dog Chaka
Warren Eding’s Seiko
Wayne & Mary Sue’s Siberian
Husky
Wayne Melvin’s Putty
Wayne & Sharon Hanson’s dog
Molly
Wee Willie Winky
– Gregory & Lary Lund
Wheezer
– Michael & Shannon
Dempsey
Yvonne & Robert Muzzy’s
Fleurie & Julie
Yvonne Wilson’s Dixie Lee
Boyer Ziggy Storm
– Calista Davis
Zoe Bear & Casey T. Jones
– William & Allison Pigg
In Honor of People
Angel Hickson
– Kim Ellis
Anna Daniels
– Russell St. John
Anne Edwards
– Elizabeth Cote
Audrey Florman
– Dijana Florman
Bobbie Callahan
– Veronica Baylon & Harvey
Booker, Jr.
Bonnie Craig & Manuel
Nuñez
– Marrokal Construction
Company
Bud Demack
– Lawrence Demack
SDHS employee Camarin
Lindley
– Calista Davis
C.C. Connor
– Stephanie Garcia
Carol Changus
– Timothy & Esther Hall
Carol Drummond
– Richard & Marion Hubbard
AnimalFare • Spring 2006
Cassondra Caesar
– Jose & Mildred Tabuena
Christmas gift by Miss Jolie
labaw
Debby Hansen
– Mary O’Neil
Denise DeMott & Denny
Seaholm’s wedding
– Henrietta Salm
Dennis Samaritoni
– Chris Samaritoni
Diana Clark
– Stephanie Parker
Dick & Cindy May
– Corky & Joyce Wharton
Dolores Faller
– Raymond Faller
CDR Dorothy A. Yelle
– Helen-Louise Brooks
Doug Gardner
– Rian Burns
Dr. Douglas MacDonald
– Susan McDowell
Eric & Gina Alfaro
– Marrokal Construction
Company
Mr. & Mrs. F.W. Anderson
– Norman & Jean Weaver
Frances Ciraolo
– Charvet Vecchio
Gabriel Grey
– Howard Sumber
Gail Hyams’ birthday
– Jack & Nanci Simkin
Gary Onstad
– Maril Adrian
Gerry Foth & Toots
– Cielo & Kevin Foth
“The Grinch” cast on
opening night
– The Old Globe Theatre
Heather Cohan
– Terry Gronroos
James Rosborough, Sr.
– Dana Di Ferdinando
James Steiner
– John Macdonald
Jane Gift’s birthday
– Valerie Parker
Janine & Sebastian
– Kristine Olmstead
Jason Bernardi
– Phyllis Spital
Jazz
– Janine Reed
Jeff & Christina Venegas
– Marrokal Construction
Company
Jim Fulton
– Anette Brown
John O’Neill & Diane
Gilabert
– Frances O’Neill
John Rohlf
– M.J. Caputo
Josephine Lipinski
– Jeanne & Gary Hoffman
Judy Marconi
– Donna Johnson
Julie Marbourg
– Sean Ryan
Julie Scardina-Ludwig
– Steven Ludwig
June Ito & Family
– Tracy Cullen
Kathi Harris
– Steve Moser
Keri York
– Arthur Estrada
Kim Leary-Smith
– Noel Leary
Kristina Rosenberg
– Judith Swain
Lauren Cremascoli
– Wooska, Inc.
Leslie & Christopher Burns-
Dell’Acqua
– James Burns
Linda Coudra & Toni
Barradas
– Carla & Rob Bullock
Lois Browlett’s 100 th birthday
– Marjorie Moss
Loretta Godfrey’s birthday
– Cindy Ross & Roger Stovold
Lynda Pfeifer
– Richard & Marion Hubbard
Magnificent Molly Sue
– Dana Becker
Mae Joe Slager
– Margaret Sellers
Marc & Mary Pat Marotta
– Anthony Marotta
Dr. Marilyn Seals
– Frank & Jane Gearhart
Mark Guinto
– All Breed Obedience Club
Marissa Kummerman’s
birthday
– Alesia & Paul Buchanan
– Anonymous
– Delaney Smith
– Douglas & Elizabeth Glass
– Mark & Christine Foulke
– Mark & Kathleen Overton
– Richard & Deborah Rounds
– Shayna Breite–Pessot
– Wilson & Elizabeth Jaquez
Mary, Jan, Amy & Brett
– Carol Trujillo
Mary Seivers
– Robin Hayes
Michael Cipriano
– Bruce Douglas
Michael & Cory Sieler’s
wedding
– Marilyn Richardson
Michael Wolf
– Luanne Davis
Michelle Dean
– Dave Petit
Michele Wallbrett & Family
– Tracy Cullen
Nadia Florman
– Dijana Florman
Nancy Brownlee’s birthday
– Gretchen Neville
Nick DeLotell
– Dolores Sniegowski
Noel Leary
– Kimberly Smith
Pamela Martini & Family
– Tracy Cullen
Dr. Richard Bartlett
– Kurt Stormberg, DDS
Richard Dodd
– Joanne & Bill Evers
– Sally Evers
Rita Church
– Toni Long
Mrs. Rosalie Zari’s 97 th
birthday
– Susan Whelan Andersen
Samantha Rosenberg
– Judith Swain
The Sanseverino Family
– John Riordan
Sarah Harrison
– Deborah Harrison
Scott Antonizio
– Thang Hoang
Scott Williams MD and Staff
– Marie Greene
Shannon Lee-Rutherford
– Deirdre Lee
The Shireys
– Shannon Morgan-Peirce
Ms. Shirley Long
– Katharine Silvera
Stephanie Chaban
– Christine Chaban
Stuart & Beverly Babich
– Nadine Stickel
Sydney Liersch
– Mrs. Leah Liersch
Tom Burnes
– Mary Streib
SDHS employee Trish
Jackman
– Elizabeth Billyard
The Uihlein Family
– Socorra Uihlein
Wendy & Wade Ellerman
– Debra Ellerman
Wesley & Linda Brinsfield
– Geraldine Brinsfield
In Honor of Pets
Beagle Bailey
– Sandra Wiebe
Belle’s 25 th birthday
– Susan Brooks
Ben & Bob Ogle’s Athena-
Serena
Betty Petersen’s kitty Lulu
Bonkers
– Theresa Schwabenbauer
Mr. & Mrs. Bruce Van Patten’s
Gillian
Bud & Blackie
– Lawrence Demack
Catherine Waldien’s Crickett
Claude & Margaret Stanhope’s
Dogee
Cynthia Lumley’s Frenchy &
Pepe
Delphi
– Mary Anita Robinson
Ed Rose’s Ally
Emma & Abby
– Elvira Contreras
Gracie & Buster
– Kara Church
Jasper, Jasmine & Rufus
– Jeremy Robinson
Jean Phillips’ Topaz
Joey & Daisy
– Joanne Madigan
John Gaudreau’s Lady
– Leslie Gaudreau-Richter
Jonathon Hee’s Buttons &
Benji
Judy & Charles Griffin’s
Sweetie & Bert
Julia
– Robert Hyman
Julie Andersen & Liz
Beermson’s dog Rosie
– Sharon & Bill Green
Kui Sun Benson’s Sho Sho
Lady, Zafir, Sunny, Chauncey,
Minnie, D.J., Amos, Sheba,
Oreo, Willy & Kofi
– Les & Kathleen Odom
Leslie Shepherd’s Motley
Linda Coppola’s KiKi & Kasi
Little Tyke
– Howard Jope
Maggie
– Kimberly Tyler
The Marvis Family’s Smokey
Joe
Micki & Peter Wilson’s Ralph
& George
– Patricia Wilson
Mini Manet
– Mrs. Betty Lou Arnold
Minnie & Vinnie
– Mary Gardner
Miss Minnie
– Angela Mia
Missy Bob
– Carole Taris
Misty
– P.S. Breakstone
Monica & John Severino’s
dog Aida
Oreo & Cinder
– Ms. Gigi Cramer
In Memoriam
Ozzie’s birthday
– Mr. & Mrs. St. John
Paola Cicuttini’s cat Kodak
– Alicia & Shawn Carner
Patricia Ness’ Jack
Ranger, Misty, Elmo, Nugget,
Kia & Charlie
– Marrokal Construction
Company
All of Donna Warlick’s
rescued pets
Rocky
– Erina Murakami
Sasha
– Linda Bibbs
Shadow
– William Folbre
Shrek
– Sabrina Blackshire
Siena
– Stephanie Garcia
Spot, Blossom & Taylor
– Michelle LaGrandeur
Steffi
– Jeff & Lisa Clark
Susan Brooks’ horse Belle
Tina Too
– Charles & Viola Campbell
Tom & Lois Johnson’s Mama
Cat
– L.R. & T.S. Johnson
Tori & Woogie
– Elena Vasquez
Wendy Keely’s dog Blue
Mr. & Mrs. William Darton’s
Fearless
Wilma, Emily, Freckles, Daisy
& Abbey
– Greg & Sue Peters
CH Wise Guy’s Laverne’s
AKC Championship
– Andy, Paula & Stella
Cameron
– Ann Farnsworth
– Berit Kinter
– Bud & Carole Cappello
– Candice Burroughs, KIC Inc.
– Craig & Christine Joley
– Frank Saldana
– Gretchen Griswold
– Janet Wolfley
– Jeffry Conner
– Jill Bondy
– John & Dixie Heying
– June Berliner
– Karen Bixler
– Leland Clark-Ritter
– Linda Carey Kunnath
– Margie Farnsworth
– Marilyn Johns & Peter Stovin
– Nancy Davidson
– Nancy Hester
– Mr. & Mrs. Roger Boesky
– Sharon Fashmpour–Cox
– Sharon Hackett
– Susan & Richard Deets
– Suzanne Cadwallader
Yodi
– Mary Gibson
Veterinary Memorials
Dr. Anthony Michael
– The Basile Family’s cat
Keeters
– Becky Muka’s dog Duncan
– The Bliler Family’s dog Oreo
– The Caneva Family’s dog
Bogey
– The Dalbey Family’s cat Lily
– Dennis Stoeckard’s dog
Sweety
– Donna Gans’ dog Princess
– G.W. Eli’s cat Mushy
– The Garb Family’s dog
Brandy
– The Harris Family’s dog Noel
– J.C. Hrubovcak’s dog Kayla
– The Kelly Family’s cat Kelli
– Kim Merkel-Ruderberg’s cat
Blackie
– The Kinsey Family’s cat
Delilah
– Maria Wimer’s cat Phil
– The Plati Family’s dog Hanna
– The Prine Family’s cat Banzai
– Regina Dudley’s dog Rudy
– Robert & Barbara
McKewen’s dog Molly
– Shirley Weaver’s dog Venus
– The Wood Family’s cat K.C.
Dr. Gerry Soifer
– Andrew & Renae Tastad’s cat
Solana
– Anu Srinivasan’s cat Nisha
– The Breur Family’s cat Ringo
– Chris & Julie Misenheimer’s
dog Boo
– Eddie Dikins’ cat Pita
– Irene Lyons’ cat Larry
– Dr. & Mrs. Jeff Bada’s cat
Tigger
– Kitty Lichtenstein’s cat
Schmoozie
– Madeline & Ralph Sudik’s
dog Freckles
– Dr. Nick Graham’s dog
Shemya
– Pam Hazen’s cat Serenade
– Mr. & Mrs. Sowell’s dog
Reno
– Mr. & Mrs. Wise’s dog Kona
Dr. Grafton Houston
– Kathrin Stevenson’s cat Katie
– Mr. & Mrs. Lechtenberger’s
dog Mijo
– Pam Arff’s cat Abby
– Pam Russell’s dog Sassi
– Rich & Kathy Thesing’s dog
Snietzel
– Shauna & David Wolf’s cat
Cat
– Stephanie & Mickey Wade’s
cat Charlie
– Sue Johnson’s cat Thomas
– Tara Owen’s dog Dexter
– Theron & Karen Cooper’s
dog Buffy
– Tobi Andrews’ dog Brandy
Dr. Patricia Teague
– Cynthia Cook’s cat Monet
– Mal Murphy’s dog Little Bit
– Rene & Norman
Carmichael’s cat Sketch
– The Rieger Family’s dog
Lucy
Gifts from wills and trusts help to ensure that the Humane Society’s charitable
programs serving animals and people will be available long into the future. The
San Diego Humane Society and SPCA wishes to acknowledge, in memoriam, recent
gifts from the following individuals’ estates received between November 1, 2005 and
January 31, 2006.
• Charlotte R. Anderson
• Lucine Benedict
• Arthur W. and Bernice
H. Berry
• Estelle N. Bergman
• Evelyn B. and Jacques P.
Bruyere
• Cecelia M. Collier
• Kyle Counts
• Earl I. and Marilynn F.
Hardesty
• Geneva R. Howell
• DeCocq Trust
• Alexandra A. Grant
• Lynn Hoss
• Louisa S. Kassler
• Walter J. and Geraldine
M. Lawr
• Mimi Macdonald
• Anne Neiswender
• John and Jennie Newton
• William and Beverly
Parker
• John L. Quigley
• John and Jane Selck
• Sanda Shively
• Jack J. Stelton
• Robert W. and Georgette
F. Young
13

A Wedding Celebration Shared with the Animals
On October 22, 2005, Louise
Belisle and John Zettner,
Jr. were married at the
Handlery Hotel & Resort in Mission
Valley. Unlike most newlyweds, they
did not want another toaster, or a set
of satin placemats or even brand new
china plates. They wanted to do something
that honored their marriage in a
truly special way…by giving back to the
causes they loved most.
In lieu of wedding gifts, they asked
their guests to donate to one of two
charities, one being the San Diego
Humane Society and SPCA and the
other being the Children’s Hospital
of San Diego. Louise’s love of animals
(and their two cats) and John’s love
of children were both beautifully
represented on the gift table at their
reception with information about both
worthy organizations. This charitable
act brought in $1,000 to support the
San Diego Humane Society’s extensive
list of programs and services for the
people and animals of San Diego
County and beyond.
The Humane Society feels honored
Louise and John’s two cats Beazer and Bo.
to have been a part of Louise and John’s
wedding and hope they know how
grateful we are for their kindhearted
dedication and support.
Wish List
For the Animals
Food:
• Dog biscuits
• For dog training/veterinary care: Freezedried
liver dog treats, Natural Balance
treat logs, Cheeze Whiz, canned
chicken and meat-flavored baby food
• Nutro Max mini-chunk dry dog food
• Pigs’ Ears
• Timothy hay for rabbits and guinea pigs
Toys:
• Agility tunnel (such as a child’s play
tunnel)
• New cat trees/scratchers
• Kitten/cat and puppy/dog toys
• KONG dog food toys
• Nylabones
• Rawhide chew toys
• Plastic children’s pool
Other:
• Blankets and padded pet beds
• Dog and cat grooming brushes
• Empty cat litter containers (bucket-style)
• Feline skeleton model to explain
orthopedic conditions to adopters
(available at www.anatomical.com)
• Grooming table and supplies
• Old newspapers
• Portable CD players (five) with built in
speakers (battery operated and
AC adapter) to play soothing music
for Behavior and Training dogs
• Premier brand limited-slip collars
(martingale-style)
• Puppy housetraining pads
• SENSE-ation Harnesses (available at
the Humane Society Retail Store and
www.softouchconcepts.com)
• Warming water blanket for
dental/surgery table
For the Society
Office Supplies
• $.39 stamps
• Ball point pens in red, black and blue
• Dry Erase markers
• Envelopes: No. 9 and 10 and 8.5-by-
11 inch and larger envelopes
• Human or pet mannequins for Retail
Store displays
• Industrial stapler
• Ink cartridges for HP printer
(HP cartridge numbers 56,
57, 58 and 95 series)
• Large, handheld calculators
• Legal pads
• Paper shredder
• Post-it Notes
• Sharpie pens
• Staplers and staples
• Three-hole punchers
Miscellaneous/Other:
• AA batteries
• Animal-themed children’s books and
birthday party supplies
• Attractive shelves/cabinets for
displaying merchandise; small jewelry
display cases
• Children’s arts and crafts supplies
(markers, crayons, construction paper,
glue, tape, etc)
• EZ-up awnings
• Large outdoor restaurant-style propane
heater
• Macintosh computer and pet-related
video games for the children’s
Interactive Animal House
• Paper towels
• Portable radio
• Silk sunflowers
• Small refrigerator
Gift Certificates/Cards to:
• IKEA for dog and cat room furniture
• Local gas stations for the Pet-Assisted
Therapy program
• Local restaurants, movie theaters and
book stores for volunteer recognition
• Michaels for education craft supplies
• Staples and Office Depot
For more information about
Wish List items, please contact
devast@sdhumane.org or
(619) 243-3401.
14 AnimalFare • Spring 2006

Spring 2006 Calendar of Events
February
4 Pet Loss Support Group, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., $25
4 Pet PALS Kid’s club, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., $75 yearly fee
or $15 Try-it Fee
16 Happy Hour Lecture Series: “Intro to TTouch,”
6-7:30 p.m., $10
17 Puppy Support Group (lesson 1), 1-2 p.m., $15
18 Urban Pup, 10-11:30 a.m., $95 (four weeks long)
19 Animal Tales*, 1 p.m., $2 per child
21 Pet Loss Support Group, 6:30-8:30 p.m., $25
22 Home Alone workshop, 6-8 p.m., $35
23 Foundation for Dog Sports, 6:30-7:45 p.m., $149
(six classes)
23 Tots and Tales, 10:30 a.m., $2 per child
24 Doggie Café, 6-8 p.m., $10
25 Introduction to Healing Touch: Level 1, 9-11 a.m., $30
25 Healing with Touch Techniques: Level 2,
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., $30
26 Puppy Support Group (lesson 2), 1-2 p.m., $15
April
1 Pet Loss Support Group, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., $25
1 Pet PALS Kid’s club, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., $75 yearly fee
or $15 Try-it Fee
1 Puppy Support Group (lesson 1), 1-2 p.m., $15
8 Puppy Support Group (lesson 2), 1-2 p.m., $15
8 Urban Pup, 10-11:30 a.m., $95 (four classes long)
10-14 Animal Adventure Camp, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.,
$165 per child
11 How to Live Happily Ever After with Your Cat,
6-8 p.m., $15
16 Humane Society closed for Easter Sunday
18 Pet Loss Support Group, 6:30-8:30 p.m., $25
20 Happy Hour Lecture Series: “Planting with Your
Pooch,” 6-7:30 p.m., $10
27 Tots and Tales, 10:30 a.m., $2 per child
28 Doggie Café, 6-8 p.m., $10
March
1 How to Live Happily Ever After with Your Dog,
6-8 p.m., $15
4 9 th Annual Telethon
11 Pet Loss Support Group, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., $25
16 Happy Hour Lecture Series: “Pet Dental Issues,”
6-7:30 p.m., $10
18 Puppy Support Group (lesson 1), 1-2 p.m., $15
19 Animal Tales*, 1 p.m., $2 per child
21 Pet Loss Support Group, 6:30-8:30 p.m., $25
23 Tots and Tales, 10:30 a.m., $2 per child
25 Introduction to Healing Touch: Level 1, 9-11 a.m., $30
25 Healing with Touch Techniques: Level 2,
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., $30
26 Puppy Support Group (lesson 2), 1-2 p.m., $15
28 How to Live Happily Ever After with Your Cat,
6-8 p.m., $15
31 Doggie Café, 6-8 p.m., $10
All events are held at the San Diego Humane Society and
SPCA and require pre-registration or reservations unless
otherwise noted*. Please call to pre-register or reserve a space
in a program or visit our website at www.sdhumane.org for
more information.
Reserve Your Spot Now!
Call (619) 299-7012 plus the extension below
Animal Adventure Camp: extension 2251
Animal Tales: extension 2251
Doggie Café: extension 2230
Foundation for Dog Sports: extension 2247
Happy Hour Lecture Series: extension 2249
Healing Touch classes: extension 2249
Home Alone Workshop: extension 2247
Living Happily Ever After with Your Dog/Cat: extension 2247
Pet Loss Support Group: extension 2311
Pet PALS Kid’s Club: extension 2251
Puppy Support Group: extension 2247
Tots and Tales: extension 2251
Urban Pup: extension 2247
AnimalFare • Spring 2006
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Save the Date – May 13, 2006
Bring your favorite four-legged friends and join more than 3,000
fellow animal lovers to help support animals in need
at the 12 th Annual San Diego Walk for Animals!
Join the San Diego Humane Society
and SPCA on Saturday, May 13,
from 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. for this
celebrated pet-friendly event held
at Fiesta Island.
Walkers will enjoy a pancake
breakfast, live music, great
prizes for top pledge winners
and our Vendor Village with
lots of pet-friendly products
and services!
For more information about the Walk or any of the exciting sponsorship opportunities,
visit www.sdhumane.org or call us at (619) 243-3408.
Non-Profit Org.
U.S. Postage
PAID
San Diego, CA
5500 Gaines Street
San Diego, CA 92110-2572
www.sdhumane.org
Permit No. 331
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