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A publication from Angels for Animals
November 2013
Vol. 12 Issue 2
In this Issue:
Update on Special Needs Kitties
Raising a Paw for Senior
Citizen Companionship
So You Think Your Pet
is Overweight
Thanks to all the sponsors who
make this publication possible!
On our cover: Dion
Contents
Dear Halo readers
Here we go again. As the temperatures begin to cool and the leaves begin
to change color, we find ourselves rapidly nearing the close of yet another
year. Before we begin the busy holiday season, let’s take a moment to
reflect on another productive year at Angels for Animals.
Angels was formally incorporated in 1990, and 23 years later has evolved
into one of the leading animal shelters in the Mahoning Valley, spreading
the message of the importance of education and controlling the animal
population through spaying and neutering. Every year we continue to
make progress in this area with thousands of spays and neuters and
adoptions. Through our educational programs, we continually strive to
decrease the number of abandoned animals left in our drop-off area.
Angels’ dedicated staff and volunteers are also busy planning several of
our most popular and exciting events. Angels’ annual Holiday Wine Taste
will be from 7 to 10 p.m. on Saturday, November 9, at Andrews Hall.
This is Angels’ signature holiday event and features a wide array of wines
and tasty hors d’oeuvres and chocolates. Entertainment and raffles are
also provided.
Don’t forget our annual Thanksgiving pie sale. Just in time for Turkey
Day, you can purchase Angels’ delicious pies Wednesday, November 27
at Handel’s in Austintown or Magic Tree Pub in Boardman from 6 a.m. to
6 p.m. Pies will also be available for sale at Angels from 12-6 p.m.
Our annual Holiday Decorations, Antiques, Collectibles and Jewelry Sale
will be December 6-8 at Angels’ Andrews Hall, with a preview December
6. This is a great opportunity to get a jump-start on your holiday shopping
while supporting Angels.
And of course, none of this could be possible without YOU – our
dedicated Angels’ supporters, fans and volunteers. Together we truly are
changing the future of companion animals through adoption, sheltering
and education. Keep spreading the word of our amazing work and make
it a New Year’s resolution to visit us, attend one of our many fun events
and help in any way possible. Angels is always looking for special
people like you – it’s our volunteers who keep us going and maintain a
sustainable organization. If you know of anyone who is looking to fill a
gap in their lives with the love of an animal or two, please tell them about
Angels and let them know about ways that they can get involved.
I wish you and your families a healthy, happy and loving holiday season.
Sincerely,
Natalie Lariccia, Halo Editor
So You Think Your Pet is Overweight..........................8
A Special Update on our Special Needs Kitties......10
Tributes to Some Real Angels.................................12
Raising a Paw for Senior Citizen Companionship.....14
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Diane Less
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Mission
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Angels for Animals
believes that animals,
as living creatures,
have value beyond
economic measure.
Our mission is to
educate the people of
our community about
pet overpopulation
and regular veterinary
care for pets; cultivate
an awareness and
responsibility toward
the needs of
companion animals;
provide for the
well-being of our
community’s animals
that are abandoned or
otherwise in need; and
instill respect for and
appreciation of all
living things.
2013 Canfield Fair Update by Diane Less
Well, we finally did it! It was a dream come true...Angels' own 21' x 32' building on our permanent
space at the Canfield Fair. Thanks to the estate of Rosemary Ross, Angels was able to construct a
beautiful home away from home at the 2013 Canfield Fair. Complete with six roll-up doors donated
by Witmer’s, Inc. and ceiling fans to keep our pets and visitors comfortable, the building also has a
roof-top throne for our famous 8-foot inflatable cat. Our giant feline was a beacon to all fairgoers
to stop by and visit Angels. A big thank you to Nelson Witmer and his crew. They gave us a great
discount and were able to get the building finished in time for the Fair. We also wish to thank the
Canfield Fair Board for allowing us to construct the building. Watch for us next year for lots more
Fair fun!
Angels 2013 Great Garage Sale: The Best Ever
by Diane Less
Our 2013 annual Angels for Animals Gigantic Garage Sale was the
biggest and best ever! In spite of poor weather, Angels had the
largest grossing sale ever – raising $109,000. After expenses,
including rent, security, and advertisements, we netted a whopping $97,000. This accounts for about 9% of our income budget
for 2013, so this success is extremely important to the shelter.
Our success was due to all the hard work of about 100 volunteers including Ann
Vargo who, at age 93, has helped at the sale for many years, as well as three
important donors: Karen Erwin and Rosemary Ross who left their homes and contents to Angels when
they passed away, and to Mr. & Mrs. Clarence Smith who are moving and gave us countless treasures
that they had collected from around the world. Mark your calendars for the 2014 sale April 25-27.
We will need everyone to help with volunteer time and donations. To get involved, call our chairperson,
Lee Kumik at 330-398-1915.
Volunteer Ann Vargo
A Cover Story: Rumor As told by Rumor's owner, Gene King
I can't even begin to describe the pride I felt when the 2014 Angels for
Animals calendar arrived at the Canfield Fair where Rumor and I were at
the Angels building soliciting donations. As I quickly flipped through the
calendar, I came across what I was looking for…Mr. August, my
Labradoodle, Rumor, in all his finest! All the hard work and campaigning
had been a success! I was as proud for the nomination as with the
money we raised for such a wonderful organization as Angels. If it
weren’t for Angels for Animals, Rumor's and my path would never have
crossed. I saw Rumor on Pet Finders in November 2007, and the rest is
history. A year later Rumor became a donation dog for Angels, volunteering at various community
events. I felt that this was the best way to pay back for being able to adopt the best dog ever. The next
step was to get Rumor into the yearly calendar. It's so easy to enter...just stop by the shelter or cut out
the application in this year's calendar. Submit it to Angels with a picture of your pet (no people) before
July 31, 2014. Each entry is $5 and votes are $1 each.
Now the fun and creative part of the contest begins. I mainly used social media and word of mouth to
raise votes and awareness. I talked it up on Rumor's trips to the dog park and on walks about the
ease of voting at angelsforanimals.org using paypal. I also offered the option of "pawtagraphed" copies
of the calendar if we won. There have been past winners who were very creative in their fundraising
efforts by holding garage sales and making and selling gift baskets to buy votes. My best advice for
anyone entering the calendar contest for 2015 is to enter early! I was scrambling to get our votes
because I procrastinated. The earlier you enter, the more votes and/or donations you will get. It was a
fun and exciting race until the end. I was checking the website constantly the last month watching for
updates. The most rewarding part though is knowing that Rumor and I made a difference and did a
small part to help the animals that aren't as lucky as Rumor. So…get up now, get your camera and
take that perfect shot of your furry (or not so furry) friend. Head out to Angels, get that application and
enter to be a part of the 2015 Angels for Animals calendar!
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
The Story of White Mommy
by Diane Less
In need of a home: left - Desi, right - Wilma
Celebrate the Spirit of
the Holiday Season at Angels
by Stephanie McMurray and Natalie Lariccia
Angels Wine Taste
Saturday, November 9,
7 p.m.-10 p.m.
Angels Holiday
Decorations, Antiques,
Collectibles and
Jewelry Sale
Friday, December 6,
6 - 9 p.m.
Saturday, December 7,
10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Sunday, December 8,
noon-4 p.m.
Ring in the holiday spirit by marking your calendar to attend Angels for Animals
signature event – the Annual Holiday Wine Taste from 7 to 10 p.m. on November 9
at Andrews Hall. The event will feature a variety of reds, whites, and blush wines
accompanied by delectable chocolates. An array of culinary creations prepared by
Dr. Mark McMurray and Dr. Michael Getsy will be served throughout the evening.
Please join us for a great night of live entertainment and support our cause.
Wine will be available for purchase...and don’t forget to bring extra money for the
basket raffle, 50/50 tickets and silent auction. Advance tickets are available for
purchase for $35 for a single ticket or $60 for a couple. Tickets at the door are
$40 for a single and $70 for a couple. For more information or to purchase tickets,
please call Stephanie McMurray at 330-509-1128 or Diane Less at (330) 502-5352.
The shelter will be open during the wine tasting, so guests will have an
opportunity to view the many adoptable animals. Please check Angels' website
at angelsforanimals.org for additional information.
You will also want to attend Angels' annual Holiday Decorations, Antiques,
Collectibles and Jewelry Sale December 6-7-8 at Andrews Hall at the shelter.
The event will feature an extensive variety of holiday decorations. A 50/50 raffle,
Chinese and silent auctions will also be included. All proceeds benefit Angels'
low-cost spay/neuter programs. To donate items for the sale or for more information,
contact Diane Less at (330) 502-5352.
The preview will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, December 6th for a $5 charge, and
shoppers can enjoy light appetizers and browse the shopping selection. The sale
will run from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, December 7th and from noon to 4 p.m.
Sunday, December 8th. There is no admission charge Saturday and Sunday, and
Sunday will include a bargain sale.
STATE OF THE
SHELTER
by Diane Less
Angels for Animals is truly a giant life-saving
"machine". Don’t get me wrong...it hasn't been an easy
year. It NEVER ceases to amaze me how many people
have not received the spay/neuter message. Somehow a
lot of people have gotten the “no kill” message. Oh yes –
that heavenly Nirvana where all dogs and cats live happily ever after. Believe me, that’s where we all want to
live. Everyone at Angels works tirelessly day after day,
year after 23 years, to make that happen.
The reality is that Nirvana cannot happen without each
person in our community getting this message: “No
birth” is the best way to get to “no kill.”
The good news is that a new day is dawning with more
opportunities to get this message out. Our medical
department is not only “fixing” pets at record rates (we
hope to beat our 2012 number of 8,000), we are also
offering wellness services five days a week at the shelter.
The Saturday service has been very successful, thanks
to our Dr. Nokes, and we are on the brink of reviving our
outreach to area schools and universities.
Meet our new General Manager, John Simpson.
John is a middle school science teacher with ten
years' experience. He has been heading his school’s
science department, has his principal’s certificate and
holds a master’s degree from Duke University in
non-profit management.
John has had a strong calling to take on a career in
animal welfare. When our board of directors saw John’s
resume and his request for consideration for our
management position, we were very interested in
interviewing him. After meeting with John and speaking
with his colleagues and animal shelter acquaintances,
our board was sold! John has a vision for Angels that
goes beyond the present and guarantees our future so
that we can keep our community’s animals safe and in
permanent loving homes.
It was a typical meeting in the 24/7
drop-off area for cats at the shelter.
Every time we see someone heading
in, we head out to talk to them. A
nice young man had the same old
story: “We fed this cat and then she
had babies.”
OK – now OUR story: 15 to 30
kittens and cats are left here EVERY
DAY. That means there are 30 to 50
kittens and cats for every available
home. We cannot make any promises that these poor felines
will be saved.
I look in the cage and there sits “white mommy.” She is
beautiful and appears to be a Turkish angora mix, complete
with a blue-gray cap of Allah (a small spot of color on the top
of her head). Her five adorable short-hair kittens stare at me,
perplexed. I explain to the young man that the mommy is
beautiful and that I will foster her to save her life. No promises,
however, can be made for her three black babies (black cats
and kittens are the hardest ones to place), but the two white
ones could probably find homes. The young man is sad to hear
this, of course. He has no money to help defray Angels’ costs,
so here I go again....“White Mommy” and her five kittens come
to my house for hopefully a good foster experience.
A week later a lady shows up with a box of five kittens that she
found on the sidewalk in Washingtonville. They are only 10
days to two weeks old, their eyes just opening. I told her that
they had only a slim chance but that I would try to save them.
I brought them home and showed them to “White Mommy.”
She looked at me as if to say, “You’ve got to be kidding me.”
So between my bottle feeding and her nurturing ways, eight of
the ten kittens have made it to adoption age. “White Mommy”
and I did our jobs and now it’s your turn: How about giving
these beautiful babies a loving home...YOURS!
LIMITED TIME - NOW THROUGH DEC. 31, 2013
Show Me the Mommy
rollback
Spay whole litter & family line
Mommy $25 (was $45)
Kittens $5 (was $20)
(2-4 lbs or 8 weeks old)
Thank you to the
Karen A. Erwin Trust
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Home
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ADOPTABLE SPOTLIGHT:
by Megan Zarlenga
Sammy
for the
IS WHAT THEY’RE WISHING FOR!
Please contact our cat manager
at 330-549-1111 for adoption information.
Miss Becker
Miss Becker is quite a proper lady looking for a proper
home. She’s a lovely brown tabby with white short hair and
is only two years old. In spite of her reputation for being a
well-mannered lady, she has a playful side too! Since she’s
so well mannered, she doesn’t run up to visitors...she
prefers to wait until she’s been properly introduced, so she
tends to get overlooked. Take a little time to get to know
this girl...we think you’ll love her as much as we do!
Confetti
Confetti is a striking short-hair tortie. She has a wonderful
mix of orange and black in her coat that makes her green
eyes really stand out. She’s only four years old...a great
age to adopt an adult cat. She’s past any kitten craziness.
Confetti really loves people and is great with other cats,
too. She’s been with Angels for a while, so she would be
ecstatic to have a home of her very own! This girl would
be a great companion for some lucky person.
Sophisticat
Confetti
Sophisticat is a petite calico with a great personality!
This darling young lady is barely two years old. She loves
people and isn’t shy about showing it. One thing she
doesn’t like is other cats, and she prefers to be an “only
child”. This lovely girl wants a home of her own that she
doesn’t have to share with anyone except people! She will
repay you with plenty of love and kitty kisses!
Lolita
Schenley
Lolita proves that big is beautiful! She is a well-rounded girl
with an unusual torbie/ brown tabby coat and lovely big
green eyes. She’s about six years old, but acts like a much
younger cat. She is a gentle, sweet and laid-back cat.
Lolita would be a perfect companion for some lucky
person; she enjoys spending time with people more than
anything else.
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Schenley is all dressed up in formal wear and needs
someplace special to wear her lovely outfit... like a home of
her own! This young lady is well behaved and a little
reserved until she warms up to you. She’s about two years
old, has a soft coat and is wonderful to pet and cuddle.
Adopt Schenley and give her a home where she can show
off her fantastic tuxedo and wonderful personality!
Joy is my name, and it fits me
perfectly. I am always happy and
have never had a sad day. I tend
make an impression on everyone
who meets me...I am unforgettable!
So why am I still living in a shelter?
I’m a fun-loving girl. My perfect
family would be older teens and
adults who can handle my strength
and who are willing to help me
work on my manners. I am a Pit
Bull mix under two years old. I am
still young and full of energy. The
best part about me is that I am very
smart and I love to learn. With a
little training, I will be the best dog
ever. So if you are willing to help me
learn some good behavior, I would
be happy to be your forever
companion. Don’t you see we
need each other? Doesn't everyone
need a little JOY in their life?
Hi there! My name is Arnold. I
arrived at Angels when I was a
five-month-old puppy, and to
everyone’s dismay, I am still here
and am now a year old. I hear
people say, “He’s growing up in a
cage.” And I see the worry in their
eyes. Living in a cage is not fun,
but I try to make the best of it. I’m
a silly mixed-breed pup to say the
least! Whoever is lucky enough to
take me home will have to be
committed to training me. I love to
run and play with other dogs, and
I love treats and chew toys. I am
proud to say I am a staff favorite
despite all my crazy antics! I like to
make people smile, and I'm very
good at it! If you are up to a little
work and a lot of love, I am yours!
What is forever? Does that exist? My name is Sammy and I am a Rottweiler mix.
I lay in my cage pondering this night after night. In my dreams I remember
being a puppy and having everyone's attention and love. Then there is a gap in
my memory. I can’t remember how or why I ended up abandoned at the shelter.
My family left me and strangers came to my rescue. These people that I did not
know made me feel like things were going to be okay. They said, “We will find
you a family.” Was my family lost? Had they come back and couldn’t find me?
I felt sad that they were probably so worried about me! Should I go back to that
room and wait for them? But time went on and my family wasn’t “found”.
Shortly thereafter I went to live with a family. They played with me, took me for
walks and let me sleep in their bed. What I didn’t realize was that they were my
foster family. This meant they weren’t my forever family....they were taking care
of me until my forever family came along. One day they said I had to go back to
the shelter because someone special wanted to meet me. I was excited. This
sounded like “forever” to me. Well guess what? I was adopted! I had a mommy
and a daddy and in a few more months I had a doggy sister. I had cuddle time
and went for long walks and really was a happy boy. I was actually a little
spoiled. I had special treats and my own toys and even got to go swimming!
These were the best days of my life! But this is where I stopped believing in
this “forever” thing. After about 4 years of a wonderful life I am back at the
place where I was abandoned. I am about seven-years old, and the older I get,
the less patience I have with other dogs’ playful interactions. I like being an
only dog. I guess I started having disagreements with my doggy sister so I had
to leave my home and my family. I am a really good boy otherwise.
Joy
Autumn
Arnold
Hello there! My name is Autumn. In my two years of
life things have been quite unsettling for me. Before
my first birthday I wandered off and got lost. I ended
up at a dog pound where I waited for my family to
come find me. But they never came. Lucky for me,
Angels for Animals did. Soon after, I was adopted by
a new family! I had my very own kids to play with
and a yard to run around in! This was the life! After
almost a year and a half I came back to AFA. My
family was too busy for me. Play time became a
thing of the past and I found myself alone a lot of
the time. The kids who had wanted me so badly had
other things to do. It seems they totally forgot that I
was there because they kept leaving my fence gate
open. Since no one was paying attention to me, I
wandered off. This happened so many times that
they were tired of having to look for me so they
brought me back to the shelter. All I have ever
wanted was a little attention. I am a calm mixed
breed good with kids. I wish I could find a family who
had time for me. A family that would show me love
and attention and make me want to stay.
So You Think
Your Pet is
Overweight?
By Alison Achey, DVM
Did you realize a 12 pound Yorkie is the same as
an average female weighing 218 pounds, and a
14 pound cat is equivalent to a 237 pound man?
Did you consider that a 90 pound female Labrador
Retriever is equal to a 186 pound 5’ 4” female or
a 217 pound 5’ 9” male, or that a fluffy feline that
weighs 15 pounds (DSH) is equal to a 218 pound
5’ 4” female or a 254 pound 5’ 9” male? (1)
Obesity is defined as an excess of body fat sufficient to
contribute to disease (2). Obesity in cats and dogs is a rising
problem in the United States. Some studies estimate up to
54% of dogs and cats are obese or overweight. Similar to
humans, excess weight can be associated with a number of
diseases as well as reduced life span.
So how do I tell if my animal is overweight?
Refer to chart 1 (dog) and chart 2 (cats) for a body condition
score. The ideal score is 3/5. Also, consult your veterinarian
on your next visit.
What causes obesity in pets?
Obesity is the imbalance between energy intake and energy
expenditure. Some people suggest that spaying and neutering
your pets is a contributing factor to obesity. Research shows
that altering your animal results in a decrease energy requirement, while they continue to take in the pre-surgical intake.
Many suggest that the weight gain is predominately due to
increased food after surgery. Other factors include lack of
activity, indoor housing and high-fat foods. Endocrine
dysfunction ( i.e. hypothyroidism), and infection-induced
obesity are also contributing factors for obesity.
What diseases is my pet at higher risk for?
If your pet is overweight, it will be at a greater risk for several
diseases, including diabetes mellitus and osteoarthritis. In
addition to reducing longevity, obesity can also cause high
blood pressure, heart and respiratory disease, cranial cruciate
rupture, kidney disease and certain types of cancer.
What do I do if I suspect my animal is overweight?
The first step is to identify that there is a problem (refer to
charts) and see a veterinarian to rule out a non-dietary cause
for the additional weight. Next you will want to choose an
appropriate weight loss diet and look at exercise options.
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Body Condition Scoring
Ribs, spine and bony protrusions are easily seen at
a distance. These pets have lost muscle mass and
there is no observable body fat. Emaciated, bony,
and starved in appearance.
Ribs, spine and other bones are easily felt. These
pets have an obvious waist when viewed from
above and have an abdominal tuck. Thin, lean or
skinny in appearance.
Ribs and spine are easily felt but not necessarily
seen. There is a waist when viewed from above
and the abdomen is raised and not sagging when
viewed from the side. Normal, ideal and often
muscular in appearance.
Ribs and spine are hard to feel or count underneath fat deposits. Waist is distended or often
pear-shaped when viewed from above. The
abdomen sags when seen from the side. There
are typically fat deposits on the hips, base of tail
and chest. Overweight, heavy, husky or stout.
Large fat deposits over the chest, back, tail base
and hindquarters. The abdomen sags prominently
and there is no waist when viewed from above.
The chest and abdomen often appear distended
or swollen. Obese.
Body Condition Scoring
Ribs, spine and bony protrusions are easily seen at
a distance. These pets have lost muscle mass and
there is no observable body fat. Emaciated, bony,
and starved in appearance.
Tips to help with weight loss
Make sure food is evenly distributed between other pets; this
might require feeding in separate areas if one animal is more
dominant with food. You may also want to give feeding duties
to one family member and set aside a portion of the meals so
other family members may use this as treats – this helps
prevent overfeeding.
Ribs, spine and other bones are easily felt. These
pets have an obvious waist when viewed from
above and have an abdominal tuck. Thin, lean or
skinny in appearance.
Affection can be shown in other ways rather than food, such
as grooming, walks (yes, even cats can be leash trained), and
playing fetch. These are healthy activities that allow you to
show your pet attention. Replace treats with healthy, filling
snacks such as carrots.
Ribs and spine are easily felt but not necessarily
seen. There is a waist when viewed from above
and the abdomen is raised and not sagging when
viewed from the side. Normal, ideal and often
muscular in appearance.
Lastly, exercise, exercise, exercise! Walking your dog is both
healthy for you and your pet. If you are unable to walk your
pet, hire a neighbor child to exercise your pet for you. Cats
love laser pointers, which is an excellent way to incorporate
exercise into your cat's lifestyle.
Ribs and spine are hard to feel or count underneath fat deposits. Waist is distended or often pearshaped when viewed from above. The abdomen
sags when seen from the side. There are typically
fat deposits on the hips, base of tail and chest.
Overweight, heavy, husky or stout.
www.petfit.com, www.petobesityprevention.com (1)
National Institute of Health. Health Implications of Obesity Ann Intern Med
(1985) 03:1073-7(2)
Understanding and Managing Obesity in Dogs and Cats. Vet Clin Small Anim
36 (2006) 1283-95
Large fat deposits over the chest, back, tail base
and hindquarters. The abdomen sags prominently
and there is no waist when viewed from above. The
chest and abdomen often appear distended or
swollen. Obese.
Giving Tree Wish List
Angels for Animals depends on donations from
the public to operate our facility. While monetary
contributions are critical, we also appreciate
donations of the following items:
CAT ITEMS:
• both clay and scoopable cat litter
• cat toys
• turbo scratcher replacements
(#60105 from PetSmart or WalMart)
• cat beds (flat fleece – NO foam
padding please)
DOG ITEMS:
• dog toys (large, hard rubber or rope toys,
nylabones)
• dog collars (all sizes)
• small blankets/throws
(NO bedspreads/comforters please)
MISCELLANEOUS SUPPLIES:
• empty sturdy feed bags (15 lbs. or larger)
• Dawn dishwashing liquid soap
• paper towels
• toilet paper
• trash bags (13, 33, and 55 gallon sizes)
• bleach (must be concentrated type)
• rubbing alcohol
• batteries (9-volt, AA and AAA)
• bath-size towels
• fleece fabric remnants
• lint rollers
• spray bottles
OFFICE SUPPLIES:
• postage stamps
• copy paper
• clear, three-hole sheet protectors
• rubber bands
• duct tape, masking tape, clear
packing tape, scotch tape
• empty ink jet/laser jet cartridges
(for recycling)
MISCELLANEOUS:
• gift certificates (Office Max, Sam’s Club,
craft stores, etc.)
Thank you for your generosity and support!
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By Alice Marchione as told by Leslie Moore
Who could resist a cute kitten with the misfortune of having only
three legs? Thankfully Leslie and Rob Moore couldn’t, and so
Martin, renamed Romeo, went home with them in June 2013, to
join their feline family. To facilitate his adjustment to their home
where he would have stairs
to climb, they started him off
in a separate room aptly
named “the kids room” with
a screen door so he could
see the other cats and they
could adjust to his presence.
After seeing how well he
handled not only the cat
tree, he had also mastered
climbing the large bunny
cage in the room, it took
only a short time before he
was out and about the
house. He was racing up and down the steps with no problem
and climbing anything that would stand still long enough.
Romeo has proved to be quite a lively fellow who enjoys playing
with the other cats’ tails and jumping on their backs, much to
their dismay. The others like him, and have even curled up to
sleep with him or stop to groom him. However, the older crowd
is not used to having a kitten around, and despite his handicap,
he still acts just like any other rambunctious kitten!
Romeo’s “best bud” is Dion, renamed Frankie (after Sinatra)
because of his beautiful blue eyes. Frankie had a sad start in life.
He was in a household where he wasn’t being cared for, not even
neutered, and in poor condition. The owner surrendered him to
Angels’ founder, Diane Less,
who had him neutered,
tested and vaccinated. He
was put up for adoption at
the shelter and then
transferred to the PetSmart
Adoption Center. Enter the
Moores who were at
PetSmart and stopped to see
our cats in the adoption
center. Leslie immediately
made a “connection” with
Frankie, and he soon
became the 11th member
of their feline family. Right from the start, he took to following her
around the house and sleeping with her at night. Frankie has a
bad knee that affects his gait, but it doesn’t slow him down at all.
He loves to wrestle with Romeo!
The Moores have several other special needs cats that require
on-going medical attention. But as they have said, “they are our
kids who deserve a loving, happy home. These “kids” have truly
found their forever homes!
Update on Alli:
No Boundaries for Blind Cat
by Alice Marchione
You may recall reading about Alli in a previous Halo...she’s the blind
cat adopted by Sue and Walter Coffey. Alli has made a remarkable
adjustment to her new home, which is a large two-story Victorian
house in Salem. According to her “mother/caregiver” there’s no place
she doesn’t go! She runs about the house with her “siblings” (the
Coffeys have 8 other cats) and energetically bounds up and down the
stairs, never missing a step. Her favorite hangout is the back or the
arm of the sofa. And she is in love with her “dad”...waiting for Walter
at the door when she hears his car in the driveway. To see her run
around the house, one wouldn't know that she has no sight!
Alli has had respiratory problems which Sue has diligently handled,
thanks to her nursing experience. The Coffeys also have several
other special needs cats that keep them busy with vet visits and
medications. But the joy that these cats give them more than offsets
the special care they require.
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A Journey of Love and Hope
by Holly Johnson
On Valentine’s Day 2013,
the odyssey that brought
me to Angels for Animals
began. No one knows
about my life before that
day, but obviously things
were not going well for
me. That afternoon I was
loaded into a car and
taken for a drive. As we
made our way along
Sharrott Road, I was
suddenly thrown from the moving vehicle and abandoned
along the street. What a horrible thing to do to a sweet-natured
cat like me! Fortunately, a lady witnessed my abuse and
contacted the police, and an officer brought me to Angels.
I was not a pretty sight, to say the least. I was elderly, severely
emaciated, completely missing an eye, and infested with
worms. I also had an upper respiratory infection and was
dehydrated and filthy. However, I was still a loving cat who
basked in attention. In the weeks that followed, Dr. Vicky at
Angels and my new friend, Diane Less, administered restorative
treatments and plenty of TLC. Eventually I was put up for adoption.
I have been in my new home since late March and have
adjusted well to my surroundings. I enjoy my food and gobble
down my meals with gusto. I have discovered the delights of
vanilla ice cream and homemade peanut butter cookies, and
my new mom makes sure that I get to sample these yummy
treats often. I think I have put on a little weight because my
spine feels more padded and my ribs are not quite as
prominent. The disgusting parasites that took up residence in
my digestive tract have been duly evicted. Though I am still
thin, my hindquarters will hopefully fill out in time. Although I
was reluctant to leave the security of my room for many weeks,
I am now spending more time exploring other areas within my
home. When I am not exploring or eating, I am indulging in my
beauty sleep on a soft, sun-bathed bed. After much debate, my
adoptive parents have decided not to have my barely functional
eye surgically corrected. Since I am approximately 13 or 14
years old, such a surgery would be difficult for me, especially
since I am still frail. My vet agrees with this decision, and hopefully the eye will continue to serve me with its limited capacity.
Several months ago, on that Valentine’s Day, I began a new
phase of my life. As bad as that journey began, in the end that
traumatic day ushered in a new, happier chapter in my life
story. Thanks to Dr. Vicky, Diane and everyone who have
expressed care and concern for me. Rest assured that I am
regaining my health. I am safe and I am loved, and things are
now going well for me.
Sincerely, Valentine Johnson
Ask
The Story of Romeo and Frankie
Valentine’s Story:
Angelo
A SPECIAL UPDATE ON OUR SPECIAL NEEDS KITTIES
Dear Angelo:
I have a bit of an embarrassing problem. Lately my cat
has been peeing everywhere but in her litter box.
Sometimes she pees in an entirely random area, and
sometimes it’s right next to the box. Any ideas on what
could be causing this sudden and smelly problem?
Sincerely, Frustrated Feline Fan
Dear Frustrated Feline Fan:
Unfortunately, this is not a uncommon problem. First
and foremost, you need to determine if there isn’t a
bigger medical issue prompting the behavior. You may
want to consult with your vet and conduct a full urinalysis to check for any potential infections. If there are no
infections present, the problem could be caused by
several different issues. For example, your cat may have
developed a “substrate preference” for fabric surfaces
instead of litter products. This a common issue. Try picking up any throw rugs or towels and moving the cat tree,
just so there aren’t any tempting “surfaces” that your cat
may want to use as an alternative to the litter box.
If you have multiple cats, try separating them to
determine which cat is the true culprit. You can also
try adding another litter box to see if your cat prefers a
different style of box or even a different type of litter.
This will allow your cat to “vote” on which box/litter type
he/she prefers.
If you haven’t tried it already, experiment with the depth
of the litter. Sometimes cats prefer less litter, while
humans tend to think more litter is better. A large
amount of litter creates a “quicksand” experience. If all
else fails, try scooping the litter daily or changing the
entire box more frequently. It may be a little more work for
you, but it sure beats cleaning up a mess...and perhaps
your cat is trying to tell you something indirectly that
he/she just prefers a cleaner place to “do her business!”
Good luck! Sincerely, Angelo
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Karen Erwin:
Her Memory Lives on at Angels
Memory of Teddy Rebich, Jr.
Shines Through at Angels
by Diane Less
As told by Teddy's mother, Kathy Rebich
Our son Teddy passed away on March 12, 2012. He was our only
child. We love him and miss him terribly. He was a wonderful
person who had a great personality and loved animals. His dad,
Ted Sr., was always interested in cars since he was in high school,
so it was only natural that he would pass that love on to Teddy.
Ted Sr. purchased a 1970
Road Runner when Teddy
was 12. It needed completely restored, which they
did together. When the car
was finished two years later,
they started going to Quaker
City Dragway to race. Teddy
loved it and was track high
school champ three years in
a row. Every weekend, on
our way to the race track,
we would stop at Angels
and visit the animals. He
especially loved the cat tree
room. When Teddy was 14, we surprised him with a 1969 Road
Runner that also needed restored. When it was finished, he
raced it for years and still had it when he passed away.
We wanted to do something special in Teddy’s memory, so on
July 13, 2013, we had a memorial ride. Hundreds of friends
came in all types of vehicles, classic cars, and motorcycles. The
ride started near our home in Aliquippa, PA. We rode to Quaker
City Raceway, where Teddy's friend Brent and Diane Less spoke
to everyone. The video is on YouTube, searchable under “Teddy
Rebich Jr Memorial.” Then Teddy’s dad, Ted Sr., drove Teddy’s
Road Runner down the track. It was very emotional and special.
We left the track and stopped at Angels so everyone could see
why Teddy loved it there. We charged a fee for the ride, sold tee
shirts and had a 50/50 drawing to raise money to donate to
Angels in Teddy’s name. We managed to raise $3003. Diane is
going to put Teddy’s name on a window that we picked out in
the cat tree room.
Ally: A Guardian Angel
from Angels
By Ashlee Coontz
I thought this would be a perfect way to share my sister's
story. In 2011, my 11-year-old sister learned that she had
cancer. This meant she was going to be out of school and
many of her friends were too young to understand what she
was going through. We decided it would be best for her to get
a pet, and we came to Angels for Animals to find her new best
friend. The volunteers were very willing to work with us, and
they came to the conclusion to bring a Norwegian Elkhound
named Ally into the greeting room. Ally walked right over to
my sister and sat down. We knew she was “the one,” but
unfortunately, my sister had to pass her final scans to get
clearance to have a pet. Ally would have to wait a week for
my sister.
The day after she passed her scans we took her to pick up
Ally. There was a note on Ally‘s cage stating, “My best friend
will be here next Friday to pick me up, but thanks for visiting.
My little sister’s face lit up, and when we left with Ally, they
both ran out of the building together. My sister was teased and
picked on the following year when she went back to school
due to the brace she had to wear on her arm where they
removed the cancer. She came home every day to cry and to
talk to Ally. She always said “Ally won’t tease me about my
weight because she is overweight too, and instead of teasing
me about my arm, she cuddles with me and gives me kisses.”
Sadly, Ally developed cancer this past year. We were prepared
to fight again, but found out it was too late. Ally passed away
in May and my little sister still is taking it hard. We truly believe
Ally was my sister’s guardian angel. She helped her recover
and get through the bullying. I guess she thought her job
was done and so she went up to Heaven. We thank you for
sending Ally to us.
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Angels come in all forms. Karen Erwin came to
us from another county and somehow Angels for
Animals received her very special gift. One day I
got a call from my friend Pete Johnson. Pete told
me that his friend and college buddy, Attorney
Richard Gibbs, had a client who wanted to give
all her worldly possessions to the cause of animal
welfare. Karen was terminally ill with cancer. She
had no family except two cats that concerned her. Karen did have
one lucky circumstance. Her friends, the Bowe family, were truly
there for her. Jackie Bowe had been her best friend for years.
Jackie’s son, Michael, an experienced accountant, was helping
Karen with her finances and also agreed to be her Executor. Tim
Bowe, Michael’s dad, helped out as driver and household helper and
provided all-around support. Attorney Matt Ditchey and I met Karen
at the Bowe family home in January of 2012. Karen was worried
about the welfare of her two elderly cats, especially “Precious” who
was deaf and blind. I assured Karen that I would take the cats and
care for them for the rest of their lives. This was a great comfort to
her. Karen passed away around Thanksgiving, and one cat also
passed away around the same time.
I went to Karen’s memorial service, which was attended by many
friends because she had been a school teacher and had touched
many lives. At Karen’s bequest a trust was given to Angels for
Animals specifically to spay and neuter. Our “Show Us the Mommy”
roll-back program ($25 to fix mom, then $5 each to fix her kittens)
was made possible by her love and devotion to homeless animals.
If you come to the shelter, you can see Karen’s memorial shrine.
It is near the cat wing entrance and features her picture, story and
a vintage cat statue from her home that looks like “Precious,” her
14-year-old cat that lives with me. Every time I walk by that display I
look to heaven and say, “Thank you, Karen. You are truly an angel.”
A big Thank You from Angels to:
CONNIE HALL, Intervention Specialist and her Tuesday morning cleaning crew of 6 STUDENTS from the Work Study Class Credit - High School
CD/MD Class of Western Reserve/MCESC, along with their 3 aides:
MICHELLE SMITH, LINDA BALDWIN & DONANN MASON. Thank you
for keeping our floors and windows sparkling clean!
WHITE HOUSE FRUIT FARM for donating all of Bonnie’s Birthday Bash
gifts to the shelter dogs. Bonnie is the beautiful black and white Border
Collie who greets customers at the farm.
ED SEBBEN for handling the sale of Rosemary Ross’s home.
WITMER’S for constructing our Canfield Fair building in time for the Fair
and for their donations of doors and other building materials. The new
building kept our dogs, cats, retail merchandise and volunteers safe and
dry during the Fair.
THE KAREN ERWIN TRUST AND THE BOWE FAMILY for funding future
dog and cat spay/neuter programs.
“CUTIES FOR A CURE” PAGEANT PARTICIPANTS for their gifts of
money and pet supplies.
COLUMBIANA BUICK CADILLAC CHEVROLET for selling two
donated vehicles.
TAU BETA CHI FRATERNITY of Trumbull Business College for donating
funds from their fundraisers.
SEARS ASSOCIATES OF NEW CASTLE for donations from their luncheon.
AKRON CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL for donations from their
Employee Fund.
INN AT CHRISTINE VALLEY for holding a Bikini Car Wash in memory of
Rosemarie Bisignani’s mother, Mary Delia.
TRAVIS GOLLADAY of Ohio Pet Foods for donating Sam’s Club Gift Cards.
JACKSON MILTON BOARD OF EDUCATION for donating funds
collected at their Doggy Dash.
PETSMART CHARITIES for making a donation each time an Angels'
cat is adopted from their Boardman store, and ALICE MARCHIONE for
coordinating our PetSmart program.
Our dedicated DONATION DOGS AND HANDLERS who worked so hard
at so many parades and events this past year.
ALL THE LOCAL BUSINESSES who keep a “Pennies” can on their
counter to collect change for our dogs and cats.
AUGUSTA FOX and her dad, RON, of Eagle Wear, Inc., Hubbard for donating their $5,000 prize from the Flynn Auto Group Charity Golf Outing.
EVERYONE who entered a pet photo in the 2013-2014 calendar contest
– calendars look great and are available for $5.
LISA KISHOK and MARYANN KARAS for picking up donated dog and
cat food from Walmart.
SAM FLYNN for picking up and putting away the Sam's Club order every
two weeks.
Visit our CREMATION STATION for a full line of retail items, jewelry, keychains, urns, plaques and more, to commemorate a departed pet.
“No heaven will not ever Heaven be;
Unless my pets are there to welcome me.”
~ Anonymous
The Cecil Crematory
for loved pets
Communal Cremation, $75
Cremation with other pets. No return of ashes.
Standard Cremation, $90
Ashes returned in blue stipple metal container.
Gift certicate towards an Angels’s animal adoption
for $20 also included.
Private Cremation, $175
Ashes returned in a blue stipple metal container
and a $20 Angels gift certificate toward an animal
adoption is included. Clay paw print and hair clipping
also provided.
*please add $1 to prices for every pound over 40 lbs.
Please call Diane anytime to schedule
an appointment at 330-502-5352.
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Raising a Paw for Senior Citizen Canine Companionship
by Denise Dick
SUMMITVILLE – They found each other late in life, but nearly
a year after they met you’d be hard-pressed to find a happier
trio than Betty Johnson and her two lab mixes, Aztec and
Cherokee. Johnson, 84, adopted the two dogs from Angels for
Animals last Christmas. It was about six months after her
beloved lab had died.
“I live by myself and they are
good company,” she said.
The two dogs, Aztec, a large
male, and Cherokee, a
smaller female, had been
together since they were
puppies and had a strong
bond. “They wouldn’t let me
have one without the other,”
Johnson said.
It didn’t take long for the two
dogs to bond to their new
owner. “I really like them,”
she said. “They’re good
dogs.” And while the health benefits of pet ownership are well
documented – less depression, lower incidence of heart
disease – among the general population, there are even more
reasons for senior citizens to open their homes to a pet.
A study published in 1999 the Journal of the American
Geriatrics Society found that seniors who live alone and have
pets have better physical and mental health than their nonpet-owning counterparts. The study found that during a oneyear period, the activities of daily living of non-pet owners
decreased more than that of pet owners. In fact, some nursing
homes and assisted living facilities include dogs-or-cats-
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to human residents. Johnson says she’s found the right match.
“I went away for a few days and when I came back, you’ve
never seen anything so happy,” she chuckled. The friend who
watched the dogs while Johnson was out of town was nice to
the pooches, spending time
and playing with them, but
she couldn’t take the place of
their "mom”.
by Denise Dick
POLAND – A slew of dogs and cats have found their furever homes with
Kathy O. Markovich and for those she didn’t take home herself, she volunteered
at Angels for Animals so they had a safe place to live until adoption.“They’re
helpless, innocent,” Markovich said. “They can’t defend themselves. They can’t speak
for themselves. They have to speak through the organizations that help them. That’s why I
got involved at Angels because I could help them.”
Markovich first learned of Angels through a Vindicator article about Less and the other co-founder
planning the establishment of the shelter. “They were going to create an animal shelter where
animals would be rescued, cared for and placed in a loving home,” she said. “I contacted Diane
and I got involved. Every Tuesday night I would clean cages. If somebody would call off, I would
go… I was so happy that finally there was a place for these animals. It was a miracle to have this
place for animals and for educating people.” Prior to getting involved at Angels, Markovich
volunteered with Animal Charity through that organization’s founder, the late Jean Kelty.
They’ve both learned “Sit” and “Stay” and listen fairly well.
Aztec has taken on the role of alpha dog, but Cherokee is more
protective, hesitating to warm up to strangers in the house until
she sees how Johnson responds. “They pretty much follow me
around wherever I go,” she said. “At night they’re right at my
feet. We’ve definitely bonded, and I love them.”
Markovich retired in 2009 after 39 years as a teacher in the Poland Schools. She was a
professional singer, performing as the opening act at Ponderosa Park for national artists such as
Alabama. She has a bachelor’s degree in education from Youngstown State University, a master’s
in remedial reading from Westminster College, a master’s from Kent State University in learning
disabilities and severe behavior disorders. She also has a graduate degree from Kent in education
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Johnson acknowledges Aztec
and Cherokee aren’t perfect.
“We’re getting along pretty
good, but sometimes they’re a
pain,” she laughs. They tend to
dig in her garden, and she had
to install an Invisible Fence to
corral them in the yard. Still
she doesn’t regret making
them part of her family. They
sleep on the carpeting next to
her bed at night and bump up
against the bed to wake her in the morning. “They both want
to sleep with me, but my bed’s rather high,” Johnson said.
“Aztec’s pretty big and he got up on the bed one time, but
then decided there wasn’t enough room and got back down.”
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VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT:
That was back in the early 1990s when Angels operated in the old chicken coop. Markovich was
there, cleaning cages, helping to take in cats, assisting with adoptions or whatever else needed
done, said Diane Less, Angels' co-founder. More recently, Markovich lent her talents to the
shelter’s fundraising efforts as well.“She would make these fabulous baskets for our raffles –
these big, beautiful baskets,” Less said. Those baskets generated money for the shelter, allowing
more animals to get help through the many services Angels provides.
During her teaching career, she says she tried to impart to students the importance of kindness,
compassion and empathy – to both people and animals. Her classes made cards for people in
nursing homes. Markovich traces her deep-felt compassion back to her sister, Gail, who was
mentally challenged. Having her as a sister taught me a lot about compassion,” she said. Her
own rescued animal menagerie began with Marcus, a mixed breed someone dumped in her
neighborhood. She and her husband, Don, took him in, got him vet care and gave him a home.
All of her pets have been rescues except for the two schnauzers the couple got from breeders
shortly after getting married and before Markovich says she knew better. They had Marcus for six
years and then one cold December when Don was out of town, Markovich decided she had to
have Handel’s ice cream. She drove to Midlothian Boulevard and saw a large dog in the parking
lot of a closed restaurant. She had to drive up. “I opened the back door and he jumped in like he
knew me forever,” Markovich said. She named him Aurelius. “I said that Marcus sent him to
me.” Don got a surprise when he came home to be greeted by the grand Mastiff. More dogs
followed: Duncan, La-Kota, Cheyenne and finally Winston, the beagle she has now – all dogs she
found, brought home and loved. But she doesn’t neglect members of the feline persuasion. Many
of them call the Markovich residence home too. “It’s like Diane says, ‘When you look into the eyes
of these animals, you know they have a spirit,’” Markovich said.
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FELICITY
Thomas A. Dechellis, D.D.S.
Richard Nokes, DVM
Wellness Scheduling:
330-549-5634
Cell: 330-221-6214
Email: rfnokes@aol.com
Please mail a check or money order made out to:
Angels for Animals, 4750 State Route 165,
Canfield, OH 44406. Indicate ad size
and that it is for the Halo.
To supply artwork, email a high resolution
eps, jpeg, tiff or pdf in black and white
to mmcmurray@zoominternet.net.
For questions call Stephanie at 330-509-1128.
Send cards with Jodi Weinstein and find out how
you can make a donation to Angels for Animals.
blackwoodpetfood.com
Place your ad
in the Halo.
Robert Platt
President
Dr. Janinne M. Getsy
Dr. Michael D. Cayavec
Dr. Michael G. Getsy
DANA
www.americanwaymfg.com
1871 Henn Pkwy
Lordstown, OH 44481
Office: (330) 824-2353
Till Free: (877) 668-7678
Fax: (330) 824-2305
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Cat & Dog Viewing
4750 State Route 165
Canfield, OH 44406
330.549.1111
www.angelsforanimals.org
Tues.
Wed.
Thurs.
Fri.
Sat.
Sun.
Mon.
Noon - 6pm
Noon - 6pm
Noon - 6pm
Noon - 8pm
10am - 4pm
CLOSED
CLOSED
Spaying and Neutering
done daily by appointment.
Call 330-549-5634 to schedule.
halo
Programs
and Specials
Calendar of Events
Angels Wine Taste
Andrews Hall, Angels for Animals
Saturday, November 9, 7 p.m.-10 p.m.
Angels Thanksgiving Pie Sale
Wednesday, November 27, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
at Handels in Austintown and Magic Tree
Pub in Boardman (next to Clear Channel)
and at Angels, 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Angels Holiday Decorations, Antiques,
Collectibles and Jewelry Sale
Andrews Hall, Angels for Animals
Friday, December 6, 6 - 9 p.m.
Saturday, December 7, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Sunday, December 8, noon-4 p.m.
Follow Angels on the web at angelsforanimals.org and our social media sites:
BLOGSPOT: angelsforanimalsblog.blogspot.com
FACEBOOK: facebook.com/pages/Canfield-OH/Angels-For Animals/98051736137
FLICKR: flickr.com/photos/angelsforanimals
TWITTER: twitter.com/AngelsforAnimals
YOU TUBE: youtube.com/user/Angels4Animals
Pet Wellness Clinic
Healthcare for cats
and dogs available
weekdays and every
other Saturday
at the shelter.
Appointment required.
To schedule,
call 330-549-5634.
Show Us the Mommy
For a limited time
fix a mother cat at $25
and then spay/neuter
her kittens for $5 each.
Farm Owners
Ask about our Farm
Cat Discount Rate.
Documentable
Financial Issues
Ask about our hardship
programs.