Cooper: A Rescue Dog's Tale Helps Pets in Need

Cooper: A Rescue Dog's Tale created by Timothy T. Civick and James S. Martinez is a coloring and activity book that helps educate people on how they can help in the rescue of pets.  The book is based on a true story.

Gina Dial, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for John Paul Pet, wanted to rescue Cooper, a one-and-a-half year-old Australian Shepherd.  She utilized her social media network in order to help rescue Cooper.  Once she realized how social media can aid pets in need, she inspired John Paul Pet to create the Passionate Animal Lovers (PALS) program.  The PALS program encourages people to join their state's respective Facebook page and share lost and found pets as well as pets needing forever homes.  You can find your stat'e PALS Facebook page HERE.  For every person who joins the PALS Facebook group, John Paul Pet will donate $1 to the Morris Animal Foundation, up to $5,000.

Help Homeless Pets: Pledges for Pets Telethon

The Denver Dumb Friends League will be holding its annual fundraiser, "Pledges for Pets Telethon," on Sunday January 25, 2015 from noon to 5pm (MST).  During the telethon, viewers will have the opportunity to see adoptable animals, hear heartwarming adoption stories, and see what's going on at the biggest animal shelter in the Rocky Mountain Region.  Viewers can watch the telethon on FOX31/KDVR.  Viewers who wish to donate to Dumb Friends League will have the opportunity to do so by phone, text message, or online during the live telethon.

This year, Dumb Friends League hopes to raise more than $300,000.  According to Dumb Friends League's website, the organization spends more than $25,000 each day to provide companion animal services, including veterinary services in its shelters and reduced-cost spay/neuter surgeries in its two mobile clinics.  Bob Rohde, President and CEO of the organization stated, "Viewers will see the many ways the Dumb Friends League helps pets, horses, and people in our community.  They'll also see how their donations can make a life changing difference for thousands of homeless animals that come into our care every year."

The Dumb Friends League is a nonprofit organization that provides services to pet owners and homeless animals.  Last year, 17,656 pets and horses were returned to their owners, adopted to new forever homes, or transferred to partner facilities by the organization.  In addition to helping pets find new forever homes, Dumb Friends League provides rehabilitation to formerly abused and neglected horses, behavior training for pets, animal cruelty investigations, humane education, and reduced-cost spay/neuter surgeries, subsidized by donors, in underserved communities.

Hill's Science Diet is sponsoring this year's Pledges for Pets Telethon, which will air on FOX31/KDVR.  Murphy Huston and Denise Plante from KOSI 101 will aid in emceeing the fundraiser.

Animal lovers who are not able to watch the telethon may give a donation by texting the word "PET" to 41444, giving online, or calling 303-751-5772.

If you would like more information on the Pledges for Pets Telethon, you can visit the Dumb Friends League's website or call the shelter at 303-751-5772.

"Lucky Day" Art Show

MaxFund is holding a great fundraiser next Friday.  From the information presented, I think any art lover will really enjoy this event!

The "Lucky Dog" Art Show will take place on Friday March 15, 2013 from 5 to 10PM at Wazee Union.  Wazee Union is located at 3501 Wazee St., Denver, CO 80216.  The show will feature art from local and national artists, provide entertainment, and offer refreshments from the "Pink Tank" food truck.  Admission is free and all proceeds from poster and postcard sales will go toward helping homeless animals at MaxFund find forever homes.

The "Lucky Day" Art Show will have posters and postcards available for purchase from 11 local and national artists, who created these pieces specifically for this event.  The artists include Joe King, Lizzie Mara, Larry Hubbell, Nick Hill, SuperFluent Design, Liz Harper, Justin Maies, Jennifer Stock, Valerie Caldwell, Jax Quackenbush, and Jessie McNally.  The art show will also feature some local artists, such as John Johnson, Mitt Denny, Thomas Robertson, Andrea Fast Artwork, and Benjamin Smith Photo.

Entertainment will also be provided during the event.  A fire troop performance by Slouar Flair, a wood block printing tutorial by Larry Hubbell, an aerialist performance by Art du Vol, and live screen printing by SuperFluent Design make up the entertainment line-up for the evening.

MaxFund is a local no-kill animal shelter for homeless dogs and cats in Denver, Colorado.

If you're an art lover, I hope you'll take a moment to visit the "Lucky Day" Art Show on Friday March 15 from 5 to 10PM at Wazee Union.  If you're not able to attend but would like to help MaxFund in its mission to find homeless animals forever homes, you can make a donation on their website anytime.


PLEASE NOTE: This event was originally scheduled for Friday March 8, 2013, but it had to be rescheduled due to snow.  

We were not asked to or compensated for writing about this event.  

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"Lucky Day" Art Show

MaxFund Black Tie Fundraiser

I received an e-mail about this event and wanted to pass along the details as I know MaxFund does some great work.  I hope some of you can go to it or will pass the information along to any family or friends who might live in the area.

MaxFund is a no-kill non-profit animal shelter.  The organization takes in injured, abandoned, and abused animals, nurtures and cares for them, and finds them good forever homes.  Something that impresses me is that they care for and find good forever homes for special needs animals as well.  As an owner of a special needs cat, I can appreciate the extra care special needs babies need (and they are *totally* worth it, by the way!).  They also provide low-cost veterinary services to pet owners, such as spay and neuter, dental, vaccinations, and x-rays.

On October 13, 2012, MaxFund will hold its largest annual fundraiser, "Puttin' on the Max."  This year's theme is "Tails of the Night," which was inspired by all of the great stories the animals at MaxFund Animal Adoption Center have.

The fundraiser is a black tie event, featuring Jim Benemann as emcee for the night.  Jim Benemann is an anchor with Channel 4.  There will be a live and a silent auction with items to bid on, entertainment provided by the Cleo Parker Robinson Dancers, and a pet parade.  The event will begin at 5:30pm with a cocktail hour and silent auction.

This year, the event will also include a raffle.  You do *not* have to be present at the event to win the raffle prizes.  First prize is a two night stay at Venetian Hotel in Las Vegas.  Second prize is a two night stay at Reserve Hotel in Central City.  Third prize is a one-night stay at the Brown Palace Hotel in Denver, including breakfast.

Tickets for "Puttin' on the Max" are $100 each, $175 for a couple, or $900 for a table of 10 people.  You can purchase tickets at MaxFund Animal Adoption Center, located at 720 W. 10th. Ave., Denver, CO 80204.  Alternatively, you an purchase tickets from this website.

If you would like more information on this event, you may visit the MaxFund website or contact Shannon Van Dzura who is MaxFund's Events Director by e-mail at shannon@maxfund.org.

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MaxFund: Annual "Puttin' on the Max" Black Tie Fundraising Event

Don't Forget to Vote!

There are only a few days left to vote in the Shine a Light on a Shelter Challenge.

The top 40 entries have been selected and it's time to vote on the shelter you think deserves to win a $10,000 grant from Purina ONE beyOnd and GOOD magazine.

You can read more about the contest in an earlier post on my blog here.  If you'd like to vote on a shelter, you can do so here.  Voting will end on Monday August 20 at 12pm PDT.

Please be sure to encourage all of your family and friends to vote for their favorite shelter as well.  :)  Do you have a favorite shelter you hope will receive the grant?




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Help Your Local Cat or Dog Shelter Win a $10,000 Grant

Purina ONE beyOnd and GOOD magazine want to award a dog or cat shelter a $10,000 grant to continue its good work, and there's still time to nominate your best local cat or dog shelter for this great prize.

This is the last week to submit a story about how your local cat or dog shelter makes the world a better place and why the organization should win the grant to continue their good work.  You can submit your entry for the Shine a Light on a Shelter Challenge until 12 (noon) Pacific time on July 30.  A panel of judges will select the best 40 submissions for public voting.  The public will be able to vote on the nominations from August 6 to August 20.  The winner will be announced after August 21, 2012.

This contest is open to residents in the 48 continental United States and District of Columbia.  All entrants must be at least 18 years of age (or 19 years old in Alabama and Nebraska).  It is recommended that you include a picture or video along with your entry that represents the shelter you are nominating for the grant.

The winning shelter will receive a $10,000 grant to continue its work.  The submitter of the winning nomination will receive a one year subscription to GOOD magazine and a one year supply of Purina ONE beyOnd pet food.

For all of the contest rules or to submit a nomination, you can go here.

Good luck!

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GOOD Maker: Shine a Light on a Shelter

Spring the Seniors at Cat Care Society!

I wanted to inform all of you about an event that's taking place at one of my very favorite cat shelters this Spring.  The event, called Spring the Seniors, allows you to name your adoption fee on any senior cat (10 years or older) at Cat Care Society until June 20.

I've been to Cat Care Society many, many times over the past several years.  I really enjoy visiting the kitties, and most of the staff even knows me by name. :)  I admire the way in which the shelter is run because unlike many other shelters, Cat Care Society rarely euthanizes cats.  The shelter only humanely euthanizes a cat if he or she is very ill and is suffering a great deal or tests positive for FeLv or FIV.

Thus, any cat accepted into the shelter stays there until he or she finds a good forever home.  There are no expiration dates on these precious babies!  I also love that the kitties stay in rooms, rather than cages.  Each room holds approximately 6 kitties.  The kitties are free to roam around in their rooms as much as they want - they have lots of blankets, beds, and shelves they can hang out on.  They also have plenty of toys and love from the staff and visitors.

During the Spring the Seniors event, Cat Care Society is allowing individuals to name the adoption fee for any senior cat 10 years old or older.  The even will run until June 20.

As I'm sure many of you already know, seniors have a harder time getting adopted than kittens do.  However, there are benefits to adopting an older cat.  First, a senior cat's personality is unlikely to change as it has already developed whereas a kitten's personality may change as he or she gets older.  Senior cats tend to be lap cats, making great companions for anyone who enjoys having a warm feline in his or her lap.

Whereas kitten are very rambunctious and energetic, seniors are more relaxed.  Thus, senior cats are especially good companions for people who do not have the energy to chase kittens around the house all day.

Some people may not adopt seniors because they believe a senior cat requires more veterinary care than a kitten or young adult cat.  To help with veterinary expenses, Cat Care Society has the Perpet-U-Care program, which covers up to $250 in vet care per year for seniors adopted from their shelter.  Additionally, every cat adopted from Cat Care comes spayed or neutered, comes with a collar, microchip, and tags, and is up-to-date on vaccinations.

I encourage you to visit Cat Care Society if you live in the Denver, Colorado area.  You can also visit their website here.  Every cat deserves a great, loving forever home. :)

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Cat Care Society

Help the Indianapolis Humane Society, Make Great Gifts

From November 27 through December 2, you can help the Indianapolis Humane Society and get great holiday gifts at a discount as well. If you bring one of the Humane Society's wish list items to the Color Me Mine in Carmel, you will receive 50% off your studio time on a visit from November 27 through December 2, 2011.

At Color Me Mine, you can pick out a ceramic piece and paint it yourself in the studio. Once you are done painting, the staff will glaze and fire the ceramic for you. When it's done being glazed and fired, you can pick it up to take home. Hand-painted ceramics make great holiday gifts for friends and family.

The items on the Indianapolis Humane Society wish list are: lint rollers, window cleaner and paper towels, stainless steel water and food bowls, disposable latex gloves, bleach or laundry detergent, nylobones, cat and dog treats, cat toys, squeeze cheese, non-clumping cat litter, canned cat food, tall kitchen bags, hand sanitizer, leashes and collars, canned dog food, and copier paper. One or more items on the wish list equals one discount per person.

Studio hours for Color Me Mine are as follows: noon to 5pm Sundays through Tuesdays and noon to 8pm Wednesdays through Saturdays.

You can get more information, by visiting the Carmel Color Me Mine and Indianapolis Humane Society websites.