April 2016

MCHS Newsle�er News you can use!!!

Happy Adopters Finding Lifelong Homes

To the friends, benefactors and members of the McCracken County Humane Society,

I am happy to report that the affairs of this Humane Society, at this !me, are going very

well. I a�ribute that to a combina!on of things: the steady, on site, day by day management by

the Execu!ve Director, Terry Vannerson, the beginning of the contract with McCracken County

and your steady financial and in kind support. I especially wish to commend the employees and

volunteers for their excellent work.

A new member, Betsy Pickens, has been added to the Board of Directors. Betsy is a re-

!red school teacher and has been a volunteer at the Humane Society. This brings the number

of board members to eight.

Dr. Russell Jones has been providing in-house veterinary services for the past three

months. This is a wonderful addi!on for the proper caring of the animals that are received at

the Humane Society.

Notes from the President

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James L. Shumaker, President

Sunshine with the

Jennings Family

Tarzan with

Dorothy Townsley

Maverick and the

Henry Family

Holly with the

Moulder Family

Twinkie Man with the

Lewis Family

Kay Kay with

Kaylyn Suitor

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2016 is already exceeding my wildest dreams - and you know I dream big! So much has happened in the last 6 months with our completion of the new Intake Facility and the Service Contract with the county. Winter was cold and dreary for all the dogs and cats, yet adoptions were consistent. Our daily visitors have tripled and we are so glad to see such an interest in adoptions. In January, we hired Dr. Russell B. Jones and opened our clinic. He works regularly overseeing the health and welfare of our animals, as well as doing all of our in-house surgeries and working with two vet techs. We now are able to spay and neuter more animals each week, which makes the length of stay shorter and dogs and cats are available for adoption quicker. Many, many challenges and changes have taken place, and my staff has delivered a stellar performance throughout this journey. I am so, so proud of the strides the Humane Society has made.

To our incredible volunteers– We’d be nowhere without you! You donate your time, talent, treasures, wisdom –whatever is needed… Let us recognize you for the often difficult, always emotional work you do for the animals. Because of your dedicated service, we are able to place many more animals in lifelong homes.

Stop & Adopt Mark your calendar for

National Adoption Weekend May 13th Fri. 3:00pm to 6:00pm May 14th Sat. 11:00am to 3:00pm May 15th Sun. 1:00pm to 4:00pm

June 18th Sat. 11:00am to 3:00pm July 9th Sat. 11:00am to 3:00pm

Come find a forever

Friend!

Senior Animal Adoption Days

Every Wednesday at MCHS

Adopters over 60 years of age who cannot afford the full adop�on fee

will receive a 50% discount on selected dogs or cats. Help brighten the lives of our

community’s seniors and animals that are wai�ng for lifelong homes.

McCracken County Humane Society Clinic

WE ARE NOW FEATURING

ADOPTABLE PETS ON

AND

Do you buy from Amazon? When you log into smile.amazon.com, and choose McCracken County Humane Society as your preferred charity, a dona!on is made to McCracken County Humane Society based on your purchase total. So shop for yourself or shop for items on our Wish List

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We can use your support in many ways!

MCHS is always looking for enthusiastic, qualified volunteers to help us. Whether you prefer to work directly with animals, behind the scenes or with the public, we have a wide a range of rewarding opportunities to choose from: • Dog walking • Bathing and grooming animals • Kitty cuddling • Loads of laundry • Assisting at adoption outreach events • Assisting at fundraising events • Assorted daily tasks Don't see your perfect volunteer role on this list? Give us a call at (270) 443-5923 and we will find the right place for you. We'll be sure to find an option that fits your schedule and makes the most of your time and talents. All you need to do to get started is to attend a volunteer orientation, every

VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION

SCHEDULE

EVERY WEDNESDAY AT 10:30AM

ORIENTATION TAKES ABOUT 20 MINUTES

MCHS exists to protect our animal friends and strengthen

the community at large, a mission that can only be realized

through the help of generous donors and volunteers like

you. From dog walking and kitty cuddling to fundraising

and community outreach, we have a variety of needs and

opportunities available. Please call 270-443-5923 to find

out how you can donate your time, talents and resources to

help further our cause or donations can be mailed to: McCracken County Humane Society

4000 Coleman Road Paducah, Ky. 42001

OUR WISH LIST WE HAVE DOUBLIED IN SIZE!!

For Our Animal Friends

• Desperately need dog pate, dry dog and puppy food

• Paper towels and Clorox

• Dog & Cat toys

• Towels, wash cloths • KITTY LITTER IS MOST NEEDED

We also happily accept used items and equipment that is in excellent working condition.

FEATURED PET

Meet Riley Pitbull Mix– Brown and white DOB: 11-16-12, neutered male Current on vaccina4ons, boosters and worming, Microchipped, Heartworm Nega4ve and on preven4on. Weight: 52 lb. Loves to run and play outside and go for walks!

A Legacy of Love

Spay & Neuter Fund McCracken County

BOARD OF DIRECTORS President: Dr. James Shumaker Vice President: Dr. Rob Robertson Secretary: Kim Beeny Treasurer: Mark Whitlow Pat Vannerson, Victor Sredl, Sheila Johnston, Betsy Pickens Executive Director: Terry Vannerson

The Paducah Area

Springtime Safety Tips Easter Treats and Decora4ons

Keep lilies and candy in check—chocolate goodies are toxic to cats and dogs, and all true

lilies can be fatal if ingested by cats. And be mindful, ki6es love to nibble on colorful

plas!c grass, which can lead to an obstructed diges!ve tract, severe vomi!ng and

dehydra!on.

Let Your Garden Grow—With Care

Pet parents, take care—fer!lizers, insec!cides and herbicides keep our plants and lawns

healthy and green, but their ingredients may be dangerous if your pet ingests them.

Always store these products in out-of-the-way places and follow label instruc!ons

carefully. Many popular spring!me plants—including rhododendron and azaleas—are

also highly toxic to pets and can prove fatal if eaten.

Ah-Ah-Achoo!

Like us, pets can be allergic to foods, dust, plants and pollens. Allergic reac!ons in dogs

and cats can cause itching, minor sniffling and sneezing, or life-threatening anaphylac!c

shock to insect bites and s!ngs. If you suspect your pet has a spring!me allergy, please

visit your veterinarian as soon as possible.

Pesky Li=le Cri=ers

April showers bring May flowers—and an onslaught of bugs! Make sure your pet is on

year-round heartworm preven!ve medica!on, as well as a flea and !ck control program.

Ask your doctor to recommend a plan designed specifically for your pet.

Out and About

Warmer weather means more trips to the park, longer walks and more chances for your

pet to wander off! Make sure your dog or cat has a microchip for iden!fica!on and

wears a tag imprinted with your home address, cell phone and any other relevant

contact informa!on.

2016 YTD Animal Count

Total Intake Cats & Dogs 216

Total Adopted 172

Total Died at Shelter *3

Total Euthanized *20

Total In House 95

Rescue Waggin’ Transport 0

Reclaimed Dogs 22

* Due to illness or aggression

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Thanks to our Many Donors Memorials

Dr. Abram Allen Doris Gregory Robertson and Mr. Ed Hough by Shirley Grimes

Tootsie Brown Carol Myre by Rip and Beverly Pugh

Terri Bryant Carol Ferrell Myre by Mimi Lowry

Crystal Clapper Phyllis Headrick by Charles Hampton

Bette Edwards Phyllis Headrick by Steve and Suzie Atherton

Megan Flamm Jim Page by John and Elaine Oehlschlaeger

Elvenne Franklin Rosemary Rudolph by John and Elaine Oehlschlaeger

Kathy Golden Beloved Dog Jack by Dan and Claire Key

Wallace Grace Saucey and Sassy by Fran Ross

Patsy Griffith Lloyd by William and Vickie McGee

Carol Guill Good Girl by Joanie Barker Nickols

Carol Hagan

William Burnett James Honorariums

Debora Jones Sloane Edwards by Bobby and Rhonda Chambers

Dadid King Sloane Edwards by Jessica Strenge

Eleanor Langston Sloane Edwards by Kim Walker

Carol Little Sloane Edwards by Laura Walsh

John and Joyce Little

Mimi Lowry Donations In Kind

Sheldon and Ciara Mattice John Autry

Maria Mayfield Maggie Bailey

Bonnie Middagh Marian Downing

William and Vickie McGee Jay Everett

Robert Wade Morse Tailor Griffin

Janis Moss William Burnet James

Joanie Barker Nichols Terry Katzman

John and Elaine Oehlschlaeger Dadid King

Glenn and Sharon Otey Carol Little

Pork Peddler Cheryl Luke

Rip and Beverly Pugh Bryan Manley

Bonnie Reagan Brandy Mason

Nassir Saghafi MD Penny Owens

Joyce Schoening Betsy Pickens

Raymond and Rita Skibinski Victoria Riley

George Sullivan Vicki Roe

Jerry Stephens James and Brenda Stewart

James and Brenda Stewart Jeanna Wallace

Jane Taylor Gordon Williams

Berna Thompson Karmen Womble

Burton A. Washburn Christy Woodall

Debbie Wattier

Gordon Williams

Mark Whitlow

Karmen Womble

Andrew Wood