A DAY IN THE LIFE… - Humane Society of Jefferson County

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Ben There, Done That “BONE-I-FIED” ADVICE FROM BEN Dear Ben, I live in a semi-rural part of Jefferson County and am sad to see so many stray cats in the area. As an animal lover, I know that I should catch these poor creatures in a humane “live” trap and have them spayed or neutered. My vet is fantastic but the price for the surgeries is just too high for me to afford. I’ve also finally convinced my neighbor that his dog should be neutered, but the cost is preventing him from following through. Is there an economical alternative that will allow me to help these unfortunate cats and also help my neighbor to be a responsible pet owner? ~ Strapped in Sullivan Dear Strapped, Spaying and neutering is the only way to help control the pet overpopulation problem, so a hearty wag of the tail to you for wanting to be part of the solution. Congratulations, too, on inspiring your neighbor to make a conscientious decision concerning his pet. Did you inform him that his dog will likely lead a longer and healthier life, and be less of a nuisance to his neighbors, after being neutered? While the HSJC spays or neuters adoptable dogs and cats, we are unable to offer these services to the general public. However, there are several low cost spay/neuter clinics in the area. The affordability of surgeries at these clinics makes it easier to do the right thing by spaying or neutering stray and feral animals, as well as beloved pets. Contact the shelter at 920-674-2048 for more information, and keep on fighting the good fight! Admiringly yours, Ben Board of Directors Julie Anderson Jane Burton Judy Havill Judith Johnson Leigh Meier Laurie Otto Dr. Barb Smith, DVM Carrie Smith The Humane Society of Jefferson County, Inc. Our mission… “To care and provide for the lost, homeless, neglected and abused animals of Jefferson County” Shelter Staff Lisa Patefield Executive Director Barb Rayno, CVT Shelter Manager Kelly Pemper Office Manager Terri Presper Volunteer Coordinator Caregivers Chandra Gates Diane Lundt Samantha Maurice Robin Schoenherr Advisory Board Dr. Barb Smith, DVM John Neupert Holly Houston MOVING? Would you like your issues of PAW PRINTS to follow you? Put us on your trail by notifying us of your new address by phone at (920) 674-2048 or email: shelter@hsjc-wis.com. Know someone who would enjoy receiving a newsletter? Let us know! Hours Monday – Saturday 1-6 pm Closed Sundays Mornings are spent cleaning, feeding and caring for shelter animals. We open to the public at 1:00 pm. Location W6510 Kiesling Road Jefferson, WI 53549 Phone: 920-674-2048 Fax: 920-674-9176 Website: www.hsjc-wis.com Email: shelter@hsjc-wis.com After hours stray pick up: (920) 988-0889 2 Paw Prints
continued from page 1 - A Day in the Life… staff joins each in a game of fetch or a vigorous jog. A good pair of feet is essential for these staff members, because they are on them all day long! At various intervals stray animals arrive at the shelter. If a Good Samaritan does not bring the animal in, a staff member drives to the location and picks the animal up. New arrivals are checked for microchips, assessed for injury or illness, and vaccinated. They are then made comfortable in a clean cage with fresh bedding, clean water and food. Because the building that houses the HSJC is over 40 years old, the staff faces the additional challenge of working in an infrastructure that is becoming more and more outdated. Although we are moving in the direction of a new shelter, for the time being we endeavor to provide the best possible care in quarters that are increasingly cramped and inadequate. A good time was had by all, with a lot of dancing, a live band, food, drinks, contests and a silent and live auction. After all was said and done, the event brought in $24,000 to help care for the animals at HSJC. Thank you to all who helped to make this event such a huge success! If you weren’t able to attend this year but would like to be on the mailing list for next year’s event, just give the shelter a call at 920-674-2048. 2011 FUR BALL SOCK HOP HSJC offers stray animal pickup 24/7. Pictured: Diane with Glory. Beginning at 4:00 p.m., the animals are fed their dinners. Dogs are taken for their last outdoor potty break of the day. Every animal is checked to ensure that they are settled in and cozy. Furry chins are scratched, soft ears are gently fondled, and at 6:00 p.m. the day’s last treats are distributed. The shelter offers 24 hour stray pick up, so the work day doesn’t end for the person on call. Staff will respond in the middle of the night and drive many miles to pick up an animal in need and deliver it safely to the shelter. This can be quite an experience, depending on the destination and the temperament of the animal, along with the predicament it may be in. Crawling under porches, slogging through swamps or climbing up to roof rafters is all pretty much part of the routine. Donations from supporters are essential to our mission. These contributions support the enormous amount of work that helps to ensure each animal enjoys a healthy and positive experience at the shelter. Our staff puts in very long days and devotes a lot of energy to the pets in our care because it truly is a labor of love. After each exhausting day, their dedication to animals inspires them to get up the next morning and, with a sense of accomplishment and purpose, do it all over again. HSJC’s “50’s bowling team,” Board of Directors (l to r), Leigh Meier, Laurie Otto, Julie Anderson, Lisa Patefield, Judy Johnson, Barb Smith and Judy Havill (not pictured, Jane Burton and Carrie Smith). Paw Prints 3
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