Homeward Bound
July 2010
Hot Dogs Help the Dogs (and Cats)!
It has been HOT HOT HOT but can you believe it is time to think about cool
weather and Football! Last year, over $15,000 was raised to help support the
animals at the shelter and we could not do it without the help of our dedicated
volunteers and student groups who help fill in. It takes about 23 people to
staff the football concession stand so we need as many of you as we can get,
even if you can only work a game or two.
Volunteers need to be at the stand two and a half hours earlier than game time,
the stand opens two hours before the game starts and we need to have things
set-up and ready.
Check online at www.hokiesports.com for game dates.
Contact Erin Hall (540) 798-3897 email ehall@stellarone.com to sign up or for
more information.
The dogs and cats at the shelter thank you!
Here is the schedule including kick-off times if known:
September 11th (1:30 kick-off) vs. James Madison
September 18th (1:30 kick-off) vs. East Carolina
October 9th vs. Central Michigan
October 16th vs. Wake Forest
October 23rd vs. Duke
November 4th (7:30 kick-off) vs. GA Tech
November 21st vs. Virginia
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LANDON SPEAKS AGAIN!
Hey folks, Landon here. Let me start by saying thanks for the great response to
my letter about needing to upgrade the small dog runs. The work has been
finished and the runs are wonderful! I have told all the other small dogs what
wonderful people you are and how generous you are to help us out.
Speaking of great, I wanted you to know I am still here and still available for
relocation (sounds cooler than adoption). I am great with other dogs, cats, and
older children. I am leash trained and I know how to sit (Fair warning – if you
come see me I am probably not going to speak with you since the other dogs get
jealous. I will just bark and act like a normal dog.)
So if you are looking for a top-notch addition to your family, look no further.
Come and check me out – you will not be sorry!
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In Memory Of
Abby
She was my faithful friend. She was kind and sweet yet brave. On one occasion
she defended my small dog Tyke against a dog twice her size. I still miss her.
From Barbara Atkinson
Mylo and Spunky
For Mylo and Spunky and all our family you joined in Heaven. You are missed.
From Sandra Heberer and Keith Van Schouck
Margaret Yeomans
From Megan Dixon
Mindy
Beloved cat of Doris Reece for 17 years.
From Margaret Smith
Shasta Potters
She was a much-loved dog who died too young.
From Kathy Laskowski and Rhoda Myers
John and Irene Price and Mr. Moon
In memory of my Mom and Dad on their birthdays and for my cat Mr. Moon in
heaven.
From Renie Price
Charlie Jones
From Franklin and Loretta Cunningham
Mocha
Sweet, loving beagle of Mayne, Seth Anderson, Zachery, and Elizabeth Hill
From Lizzie and Judy
Andy
Who filled Sally and Jerry Steven’s house with joy for 11 years.
From Virginia Francis
Bonita and Cindy
Happy 4th of July in heaven. We love you always
From Erik and Nina
Charlie Jones
From Ron and Kathy Brown
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Special Thanks
Tail wags to Brendan Tice for donating his allowance money to help the animals!
The animals all appreciate it when young people think of them.
Thanks to HALO Purely for Pets pet food company for donating 5000 meals of dry
food to our shelter animals. This shipment of dog, puppy, and cat food arrived
just as our current supply was about to run out. This is a huge help and we
appreciate HALO’s generosity.
Thanks to Sew Biz and its customers for donating food and supplies to our
animals! We are happy to have local businesses supporting HSMC and our shelter.
Tail wags to Hannah Rose Lytton for collecting donations for the animals on her
10th birthday! The food, toys, and treats made all of the animals very happy.
Happy Birthday!
The Virginia Tech chapter of Chi Delta Alpha donated lots of supplies, food,
toys, and treats for the shelter animals. The animals all say “Thank You!” for
thinking of them.
Tail wags to Olivia Smoot for collecting food, cleaning supplies, and money for
the animals at her 10th birthday party! Many happy shelter animals as a result
of Olivia’s kindness.
Emma Cook celebrated her birthday by collecting donations for the shelter
animals rather than receiving gifts. Happy Birthday Emma and tail wags to you!
The shelter animals say “Thank You!” to Asher Quesenberry for doing a supply and
food drive for them. Asher’s efforts will help the animals stay healthy and
well-fed until they find their forever homes.
At their joint birthday party, Allie Dulaney and Mason Hylton collected pet food
and supplies for our shelter animals instead of presents for themselves. All of
animals appreciate this and want to say “Happy Birthday!” to both Allie and
Mason as well as sending tail wags to them.
Happy 10th Birthday to Brooke Simpkins and tail wags for collecting supplies for
the animals instead of presents at her party! Another young person taking action
to help the animals -- wonderful!
Thanks to the students, faculty, and parents of Blacksburg Middle School for
raising almost $1000 for the animals! In spite of the turmoil they have been
enduring, they took the time to think about the community and our animals. We
really appreciate their efforts and wish them well during the upcoming school
year.
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BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND – THE POOL
PARTY FOR POOCHES!
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We hope many of you will turn out for this very fun HSMC fundraiser. On SUNDAY,
September 12th, from 11am until 3pm, The Montgomery County Frog Pond becomes
“The Dog Pond,” as people and their dogs come out to enjoy fun in the sun and
help raise money for the Humane Society’s Shelter and Programs. You and your
pooch are all invited to attend! You don’t need a dog to enjoy this event – so
if you are a cat-only household, or even pet-less, you are still welcome!!!
This event is co-sponsored by HSMC & Montgomery County Parks & Recreation.
Admission: $10.00 per dog, $5.00 per person. Salon Services “Dog Wash” available
for $3.00! All dogs will need to be on a leash, get along well with others, and
be up to date on all shots and vaccinations. (The event will be held rain or
shine – only thunder/lightning cancels. Re-schedule date is Sept. 19th.)
Due to health & safety concerns, no one under 16 yrs. of age will be permitted
in the pool; also no “human” swimming – i.e. no heads under water.
Location: Montgomery County “Frog Pond” Pool, on Cinnabar Rd. Take the Pepper’s
Ferry exit from the bypass. For more information, call Chris at 951-8358.
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In Honor Of
Shayla
From Angela Geiger
Elly
We are moving to a bigger yard for her to play and she is so excited. Thank you
for taking care of her until she came home with me in 2008.
From Kellie Kauffmann
Miss Genie
My beloved cat
From Renie Price
Jasper
An awesome HSMC cat celebrating 11 years with Mom and Dad – thanks for rescuing
him!
From Stacie and Jeff Galloway
Our new puppy Stuart
Love him!
From the Lawhorne family
