On Tuesday, I visited the Toledo Humane Society and found they have another cruelty case. A dog who was adopted out before came back malnourished and is losing his hair. So he's getting special care now to regain a healthy weight. Plus George is doing real well also. His wounds are healing very well. He has a spot on his forehead that the skin was so burnt that there is some exposed bone, but George doesn't seemed to phased by it. Pics to follow later!
My new animal story for the season is a beautiful orange/brown long haired (very fluffy) female cat showed up at my house this past weekend. I went to leave and opened the door and she was there almost jumping in the front door of my house. She was very friendly and lovable. We fed her and she was starving, eating every last morsel of food. We were able to find out that she was female and still had her front claws too. She seemed to be in good condition thus we were thinking she may belong to someone but no one in my neighborhood claimed her. She didn't have a collar on so we were thinking maybe she was micro chipped. After several attempts to get her to go in the carrier, and let me tell you she fought us and actually eluded us and took off. I had to try to lure her back and when I was able to grabbed her and it took me, my mom and dad to get her in the carrier. She freaked out with us trying to put her in the carrier. We took her to the Humane society to get checked. She was NOT micro chipped as hoped and appeared to be in pretty good shape though, and they estimated her to be around 2 years old. The Humane Society couldn't take her in as they were full and didn't have a vacant spot for her, as well as Paws and Whiskers Cat Rescue and the Toledo animal shelter, so we had no choice but to bring her back home. At least she has food, water and some shelter here at our house. The Toledo Humane society also has a lost list which was checked and no one reported her missing, but they also have a WISH list. The wish list is a family's request for a certain type of breed, color etc. They had someone who was looking for a kitten/cat that fit the description of this one so the TAHS called them and left a message for them to contact me.
We did get a phone call Tuesday night , and tried to send photos via phone but the guy said he didn't live to far from us so he came by. He seemed to be very interested in her and thought she was very pretty too! She did get spooked, probably from earlier trauma , and took off, so I again had to go over to my neighbor's yard and try to lure her back, which she did come to me so I grabbed her and put her in the guys car. He was real excited about her and thought his wife would like her also. They are cat lovers like me, they have 2 other cats at home too! I was excited as were my parents that we were able to find her a home.
On Wednesday, I got a text from the guy that they named her Lucy and she is doing good. Lucy even slept in their room that night and seems to be adjusting fine except getting familiar with the other cats, which takes a few days to adjust. Lucy was going to the vet in a couple of days to get checked too! Lucy's new family are very happy! Another lost/stray cat has been taken off the streets and placed in a nice home. Thanks to the TAHS for the referral and for the family who contacted us and took LUCY in and giving her a great home!!!
Thursday, December 17, 2009
Saturday, December 12, 2009
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
TAHS - New puppies up for adoption....
If you want to adopt a puppy check out TAHS now for a nice selection. These were taken over a week ago so some of the puppies may have been adopted by now. so either check their website or stop by in person. There are other animals to select from also.
Last week I spent a few hours at TAHS playing with puppies.
Last week I spent a few hours at TAHS playing with puppies.
Monday, November 23, 2009
Introducing George....
Today, I was given the privilege of meeting George. For those who don't know, George has been on the news lately due to he is a cruelty case brought to the Toledo Area Humane Society around 3 weeks ago. George was badly abused with 3rd degree burns on his head, face and front paws. He miraculously didn't lose his vision but he lost part of his ears and sustained 3rd degree burns. Despite the cruelty bestowed upon this gentle creature he is lovable, very friendly and is very playful. The person(s) responsible for this terrible act of cruelty has not yet been identified. SO... if anyone has any information regarding the details regarding this cruelty case or know of the persons responsible please contact the TAHS or Animal Cruelty Division immediately. This behavior should not go unpunished.
I have been asked so many times when I changed my Platform to Animal Issues, why this platform? What better reason can I give for why? My Platform is very important to me. I want people to be aware of these things that surround animals, such as being a responsible pet owner, promoting safe adoptions, and STOPPING cruelty to animals. My love for animals goes deeper than just being a animal lover and wanting to spend my life and career caring for animals. But also protecting the innocent is very important, stopping animal cruelty and being a VOICE for animals is my mission. Just look at George and tell me you don't feel some compassion for his pain he has endured. Despite his adversity he triumphs and remains a lovable, happy and playful cat. He's the HERO, and those who have worked to save him and help him to recover from the cruelty bestowed on him...thanks to the Toledo Area Humane Society.
These pics are from 3 weeks ago when he first was seen and treated for his injuries.
Today, George and I met for the first time and we bonded immediately. I received kisses and love bites and enjoyed playing with him. I got a few high fives and he was very lovable when I was holding him he was reaching for my face with his paws rubbing his head into me. If I could adopt another cat right now I would put my dibs in on adopting George when he is recovered fully. Below are pics of me and George having bonding and play time. George is really the celebrity here even though I felt special enough to be able to meet him. George is secluded from the other animals so the general public does not get to see him. But don't worry he's comfortable in his accommodations. He's staying in the offices with the staff. From my pics today you can see his wounds are healing very well and he doesn't seem to let his injuries keep him from being mischievous and playful. See my awesome pics below.....
To follow George's story click here
I was given the privilege of meeting George. For those who don't know, George has been on the news lately due to he is a cruelty case brought to the Toledo Area Humane Society around 3 weeks ago. George was badly abused with 3rd degree burns on his head, face and front paws. He miraculously didn't lose his vision but he lost part of his ears and sustained 3rd degree burns. Despite the cruelty bestowed upon this gentle creature he is lovable, very friendly and is very playful. The person(s) responsible for this terrible act of cruelty has not yet been identified. SO... if anyone has any information regarding the details regarding this cruelty case or know of the persons responsible please contact the TAHS or Animal Cruelty Division immediately. This behavior should not go unpunished.
I have been asked so many times when I changed my Platform to Animal Issues, why this platform? What better reason can I give for why? My Platform is very important to me. I want people to be aware of these things that surround animals, such as being a responsible pet owner, promoting safe adoptions, and STOPPING cruelty to animals. My love for animals goes deeper than just being a animal lover and wanting to spend my life and career caring for animals. But also protecting the innocent is very important, stopping animal cruelty and being a VOICE for animals is my mission. Just look at George and tell me you don't feel some compassion for his pain he has endured. Despite his adversity he triumphs and remains a lovable, happy and playful cat. He's the HERO, and those who have worked to save him and help him to recover from the cruelty bestowed on him...thanks to the Toledo Area Humane Society.
Today, George and I met for the first time and we bonded immediately. I received kisses and love bites and enjoyed playing with him. I got a few high fives and he was very lovable when I was holding him he was reaching for my face with his paws rubbing his head into me. If I could adopt another cat right now I would put my dibs in on adopting George when he is recovered fully. Below are pics of me and George having bonding and play time. George is really the celebrity here even though I felt special enough to be able to meet him. George is secluded from the other animals so the general public does not get to see him. But don't worry he's comfortable in his accommodations. He's staying in the offices with the staff. From my pics today you can see his wounds are healing very well and he doesn't seem to let his injuries keep him from being mischievous and playful.
For more pics check out my PETS blog or click here to follow George's Story
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Team Scarlett & Gray vs Team Blue & Maize
The Toledo Area Humane Society is having a head to head challenge between Team Cat (Ohio State) and Team Dog ( Michigan)
Here's the ad promotion:
One night after the shelter closed for the evening all of the cats and dogs gathered in the main cat room to watch TV. The animals were all enjoying their favorite program on Animal Planet when the TV station aired an advertisement for the upcoming Ohio State vs Michigan game. The cats being the frisky creatures that they are didn't waste any time voicing their support for the Michigan team with its powerful wolverine mascot. This brought about a thunderous roar of laughter from the dogs who were quick to point out that the Ohio state Buckeyes were the superior of the two teams. After all, any team that was smart enough to have a mascot that resembles a squeaky ball certainly deserves to be rated number one. They fought like cats and dogs all through the night and when it seemed like they had reached an impasse they decided that there was only one way to settle the debate. The Toledo Area Humane society would host a playoff between Team Cat ad Team Dog to determine who would be the victor.
You can help your team score!
1 point - awarded for each give a buck donation.
1 point - for each donation item received
3 point field goal - for every dog or kitten under 6 months adopted
7 point touchdown - for every adult cat or dog adopted
2 point conversion bonus - for every senior dog or cat over the age of 6
So stop in to the Toledo Humane society today and show your support or ask me for a Ohio State or Michigan ticket for a $1. Only a two days left to cast your vote for the wining team.
Here's the ad promotion:
One night after the shelter closed for the evening all of the cats and dogs gathered in the main cat room to watch TV. The animals were all enjoying their favorite program on Animal Planet when the TV station aired an advertisement for the upcoming Ohio State vs Michigan game. The cats being the frisky creatures that they are didn't waste any time voicing their support for the Michigan team with its powerful wolverine mascot. This brought about a thunderous roar of laughter from the dogs who were quick to point out that the Ohio state Buckeyes were the superior of the two teams. After all, any team that was smart enough to have a mascot that resembles a squeaky ball certainly deserves to be rated number one. They fought like cats and dogs all through the night and when it seemed like they had reached an impasse they decided that there was only one way to settle the debate. The Toledo Area Humane society would host a playoff between Team Cat ad Team Dog to determine who would be the victor.
You can help your team score!
1 point - awarded for each give a buck donation.
1 point - for each donation item received
3 point field goal - for every dog or kitten under 6 months adopted
7 point touchdown - for every adult cat or dog adopted
2 point conversion bonus - for every senior dog or cat over the age of 6
So stop in to the Toledo Humane society today and show your support or ask me for a Ohio State or Michigan ticket for a $1. Only a two days left to cast your vote for the wining team.
Monday, November 9, 2009
In the News..... Dog death toll rises as controversy swirls....
In the News: This past Sundays Toledo Blade, had front page news regarding the Dog Warden's records show 70 breeds hit by agency extermination policy. Click here for the article
Here are some facts from the article:
2,483 dogs were Euthanized in 2008
1,848 so far this year 2009
Currently:
Owners of unlicensed dogs have at least three full days to claim their pets.
Licensed dogs are kept for at least 14 business days.
Once those periods are up, pound officials determine adoptability.
Breed Name # of dogs / # of puppies/ Total
1. PIT BULL 886/ 46 / 932
2. Lab Retriever 143 / 2 / 145
3. German Shepard 130 / 1 / 131
4. Chow 88 / 11 / 99
5. Boxer 67 / 1/ 68
6. Rottweiler 60/ 0 / 60
7. Beagle 38 / 0 / 38
8. Cocker Spaniel 31 / 0 / 31
9. Retriever 19 / 8 / 27
10. Terrier 19 / 0 / 19
11. Husky 19 / 0 / 19
12. American Bulldog 17 / 1 / 18
13. Shar-pei 16/ 0 / 16
14. Chihuahua 16 / 0 / 16
15. Miniature Pincher 12 / 0 / 12
16. Jack Russell Terrier 11 / 0 / 11
17. Collie 10 / 0 / 10
18-23 Dachshund, Poodle, Doberman, ShitTzu, Mastiff, Australian Cattle Dog, each breed
8 / 0 / 8
24-27 Pug, Pomeranian, border Collie,and Great Dane, each breed
7 / 0 / 7
28-30 Yorkshire Terrier, Australian Shepherd and Sheltie
6 / 0 / 6
31-32 Lhasa Apso and Foxhound
5 / 0 / 5
33-35 Golden Retriever, Akita Inu, and Pointer
4 / 0 / 4
36-38 Bassett Hound, Dalmation, and Boston terrier
3 / 0 / 3
39-46 Grey Hound, Fox Terrier, Basenji, Coon Hound, Rhodesian Ridgeback, Springer Spaniel
German Short hair pointer and Pekinese
2 / 0 / 2
47. Newfoundland 1 / 1 / 2
48-71 Welsh Corgi, Samoyed, Catahoula Leopard dog, Perra de presa Canario, Cairn Terrier
English Bulldog, Cockapoo, cane Corso, Brittany Spaiel, Labradoodle, St Bernard,
Papillon, Shiba Inu, Great Pyrenees, Manchester Terrier, Chesapeake Bay retriever, American
Eskimo, Weimaraner, Miniature Schnauzer, Bichon Frise, West Highland Terrier, Airedale
Terrier, rat Terrrier, sheep dog
1 / 0 / 1
The Lucas county killed 66% of all dogs that entered the pound last year.
The adoption rate is only 13% which is lower than neighoring counties
The dog wardens view on PIT BULL Issue:
"Every "pit bull" without an legal owner is killed, no matter if it is vicious or not, no matter if it is the smallest puppy and has never bitten anyone. They all end up the same: killed, frozen and buried."
The Rottweiler Issue is also a problem: According to the article the dog warden refuses to put Rottweiler's in the pounds adoption areas for the general public, due to supposed gang members or persons described as being involved in dog fights
or using dogs in the wrong way.....come through kicking the cages to see if the dog is mean enough to want to adopt.
The Dog Pound is supported by proceeds from the 62,500 dog licenses issued in Lucas county. The annual License carries a $25 fee, the highest in Ohio. Dogs find thiur way into the warden's kennels in several ways, including impoundment and owner surrender. After the surrender period is up the dog pound official determine whether a dog is a candidate for adoption by checking the dog's health and behavior, observe the animal while walked, played and fed. I find this interesting that the temperament test consists of a squeeze of the animals genitals. Mr Shelden explained " A dog that will allow you to do that is a dog that isn't going to bite some kid who happens to step on his toe."
The adoptable dogs after the initial 2 weeks are transferred to the Toledo Area Humane Society where they are put up for adoption. The TAHS receive the dogs free of charge and in exchange provides spay and neutering services for the pound for a fee of $65 a dog.
John Dinon the TAHS Executive Director said the organization received 281 dogs from the warden so far this year more than last year which was 258 which they do find homes for, they have a 100% adoption rate on adoptable dogs. The TAHS could take more dogs and gets imported dogs from Hardin, Carroll, Franklin and Montgomery counties, because it can't get enough dogs here. The TAHS accepts every dog they receive from the pound.
Survey conducted by the Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine estimates that:
46% of all dogs handled by state animal care and control agencies were euthanized in 2004, down from 61% in 1996.
Proposal:
To reduce euthanasia rates and increase adoptions in Lucas county Commissioner Pete Gerken recently proposed that the humane society review all non-vicious dogs at the county pound after the three-day and 14 day waiting period. All dogs deemed adoptable would be transferred to the TAHS and put up for adoption. No one wants to make the decision rather a dog lives or dies.
Euthansia Rates for dogs in neighboring counties: See article click here
Wood County: 40%
2008 283 of 768 dogs
2009 219 of 552 ( of the 219 euthanized 134 were unadoptable)
Adoption rate for adoptable dogs is 82.6%
Monroe County 36%
2008 - 443 of 1231 dogs
2009 - 329 0f 938 (260 of those were owner surrendered who paid the $25 euthansia fee)
Fulton County: 38%
2008 - 384 of 1007 dogs
2009 - 192 of 675 dogs = 28%
Ottawa County: 45%
2008 - 101 of 224 dogs
2009 - 37 of 133 = 28%
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Here are some facts from the article:
2,483 dogs were Euthanized in 2008
1,848 so far this year 2009
Currently:
Owners of unlicensed dogs have at least three full days to claim their pets.
Licensed dogs are kept for at least 14 business days.
Once those periods are up, pound officials determine adoptability.
Breed Name # of dogs / # of puppies/ Total
1. PIT BULL 886/ 46 / 932
2. Lab Retriever 143 / 2 / 145
3. German Shepard 130 / 1 / 131
4. Chow 88 / 11 / 99
5. Boxer 67 / 1/ 68
6. Rottweiler 60/ 0 / 60
7. Beagle 38 / 0 / 38
8. Cocker Spaniel 31 / 0 / 31
9. Retriever 19 / 8 / 27
10. Terrier 19 / 0 / 19
11. Husky 19 / 0 / 19
12. American Bulldog 17 / 1 / 18
13. Shar-pei 16/ 0 / 16
14. Chihuahua 16 / 0 / 16
15. Miniature Pincher 12 / 0 / 12
16. Jack Russell Terrier 11 / 0 / 11
17. Collie 10 / 0 / 10
18-23 Dachshund, Poodle, Doberman, ShitTzu, Mastiff, Australian Cattle Dog, each breed
8 / 0 / 8
24-27 Pug, Pomeranian, border Collie,and Great Dane, each breed
7 / 0 / 7
28-30 Yorkshire Terrier, Australian Shepherd and Sheltie
6 / 0 / 6
31-32 Lhasa Apso and Foxhound
5 / 0 / 5
33-35 Golden Retriever, Akita Inu, and Pointer
4 / 0 / 4
36-38 Bassett Hound, Dalmation, and Boston terrier
3 / 0 / 3
39-46 Grey Hound, Fox Terrier, Basenji, Coon Hound, Rhodesian Ridgeback, Springer Spaniel
German Short hair pointer and Pekinese
2 / 0 / 2
47. Newfoundland 1 / 1 / 2
48-71 Welsh Corgi, Samoyed, Catahoula Leopard dog, Perra de presa Canario, Cairn Terrier
English Bulldog, Cockapoo, cane Corso, Brittany Spaiel, Labradoodle, St Bernard,
Papillon, Shiba Inu, Great Pyrenees, Manchester Terrier, Chesapeake Bay retriever, American
Eskimo, Weimaraner, Miniature Schnauzer, Bichon Frise, West Highland Terrier, Airedale
Terrier, rat Terrrier, sheep dog
1 / 0 / 1
The Lucas county killed 66% of all dogs that entered the pound last year.
The adoption rate is only 13% which is lower than neighoring counties
The dog wardens view on PIT BULL Issue:
"Every "pit bull" without an legal owner is killed, no matter if it is vicious or not, no matter if it is the smallest puppy and has never bitten anyone. They all end up the same: killed, frozen and buried."
The Rottweiler Issue is also a problem: According to the article the dog warden refuses to put Rottweiler's in the pounds adoption areas for the general public, due to supposed gang members or persons described as being involved in dog fights
or using dogs in the wrong way.....come through kicking the cages to see if the dog is mean enough to want to adopt.
The Dog Pound is supported by proceeds from the 62,500 dog licenses issued in Lucas county. The annual License carries a $25 fee, the highest in Ohio. Dogs find thiur way into the warden's kennels in several ways, including impoundment and owner surrender. After the surrender period is up the dog pound official determine whether a dog is a candidate for adoption by checking the dog's health and behavior, observe the animal while walked, played and fed. I find this interesting that the temperament test consists of a squeeze of the animals genitals. Mr Shelden explained " A dog that will allow you to do that is a dog that isn't going to bite some kid who happens to step on his toe."
The adoptable dogs after the initial 2 weeks are transferred to the Toledo Area Humane Society where they are put up for adoption. The TAHS receive the dogs free of charge and in exchange provides spay and neutering services for the pound for a fee of $65 a dog.
John Dinon the TAHS Executive Director said the organization received 281 dogs from the warden so far this year more than last year which was 258 which they do find homes for, they have a 100% adoption rate on adoptable dogs. The TAHS could take more dogs and gets imported dogs from Hardin, Carroll, Franklin and Montgomery counties, because it can't get enough dogs here. The TAHS accepts every dog they receive from the pound.
Survey conducted by the Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine estimates that:
46% of all dogs handled by state animal care and control agencies were euthanized in 2004, down from 61% in 1996.
Proposal:
To reduce euthanasia rates and increase adoptions in Lucas county Commissioner Pete Gerken recently proposed that the humane society review all non-vicious dogs at the county pound after the three-day and 14 day waiting period. All dogs deemed adoptable would be transferred to the TAHS and put up for adoption. No one wants to make the decision rather a dog lives or dies.
Euthansia Rates for dogs in neighboring counties: See article click here
Wood County: 40%
2008 283 of 768 dogs
2009 219 of 552 ( of the 219 euthanized 134 were unadoptable)
Adoption rate for adoptable dogs is 82.6%
Monroe County 36%
2008 - 443 of 1231 dogs
2009 - 329 0f 938 (260 of those were owner surrendered who paid the $25 euthansia fee)
Fulton County: 38%
2008 - 384 of 1007 dogs
2009 - 192 of 675 dogs = 28%
Ottawa County: 45%
2008 - 101 of 224 dogs
2009 - 37 of 133 = 28%
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Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Paw for Pets Campaign.....
I recently sent out Sponsor letters for seeking Sponsors for the Children's Miracle Network and my Platform P.E.T.S. - Promoting Education, Training and Safety of Pets or my Paws for Pets Campaign. I was asking for $1 donations and In addition to receiving donations to the CMN for me to compete in the Miss Ohio Program I have also raised money for the Toledo Area Humane Society which I am very excited about.
Thanks to my SPONSORS for my Platform:
Aunt Marlene and Uncle Fran Coressel
William & Alison Blondheim (cousins)
Its not too late to donate to a worthy cause by sending your $1 donation today!
Thanks for your support!!
<3 Jess
Thanks to my SPONSORS for my Platform:
Aunt Marlene and Uncle Fran Coressel
William & Alison Blondheim (cousins)
Its not too late to donate to a worthy cause by sending your $1 donation today!
Thanks for your support!!
<3 Jess
Saturday, October 17, 2009
FUR BALL Event
The Fur Ball
Saturday, October 24
Franciscan Center at Lourdes College
6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania
6 p.m. - midnight
This year’s theme is celebrating our 125th anniversary—
Toledo Area Humane Society Through The Years!
We will be featuring a period fashion show through the decades featuring alumni dogs, cats and their owners!
ive music from the HomeWreckers, dancing, food,
auctions and a great time for all!
Tickets are $100 per person and will be available for purchase below!
For additional information please call 419-482-7101!
All proceeds from The Fur Ball benefit the homeless animals of the Toledo Area Humane Society!
Saturday, October 24
Franciscan Center at Lourdes College
6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania
6 p.m. - midnight
This year’s theme is celebrating our 125th anniversary—
Toledo Area Humane Society Through The Years!
We will be featuring a period fashion show through the decades featuring alumni dogs, cats and their owners!
ive music from the HomeWreckers, dancing, food,
auctions and a great time for all!
Tickets are $100 per person and will be available for purchase below!
For additional information please call 419-482-7101!
All proceeds from The Fur Ball benefit the homeless animals of the Toledo Area Humane Society!
Sunday, August 30, 2009
METROBARKS was a howling good time.....
I had a really good time volunteering at the Metrobarks event at Secor Park. Most of the time I was playing with the dogs, my favorite thing of course. But, I was there promoting my platform and raising money for the Toledo Area Humane Society by selling my candy suckers. The suckers may also be purchased at the Toledo Humane Society on Indian Wood Circle for $1.00 each. All proceeds go to the TAHS, so if you stop in please support my platform and TAHS by purchasing one.
I have pics that I will post soon, pictures can also be viewed on facebook by the Toledo Area Humane Society too. Become a friend and view the pictures and other information they have to offer.
Next event will be October 31, 2009..... which will be launching my new fund-raiser for my newly developed foundation and promoting my platform. Details to follow..... check back for more information regarding my foundation, the event and update of photos.
Thanks <3 Jess
I have pics that I will post soon, pictures can also be viewed on facebook by the Toledo Area Humane Society too. Become a friend and view the pictures and other information they have to offer.
Next event will be October 31, 2009..... which will be launching my new fund-raiser for my newly developed foundation and promoting my platform. Details to follow..... check back for more information regarding my foundation, the event and update of photos.
Thanks <3 Jess
Thursday, August 13, 2009
METRO BARKS Event
Come have a Doggone Good Time at the annual MetroBarks Festival on Saturday August 22, 2009 sponsored by the Toledo Area Humane Society at the Secor Metropark (US20 Central Ave. six miles west of US23/I-475) from 11am to 5 pm. Admission is free!
Join us for these activities throughout the day!!
1130 am, 1pm and 230 pm - Flying Aces Frisbee Dog Show
1200 pm, 130 pm and 3pm - Musical Entertainement by the Toledo School for the Arts
1200 noon to 4 pm - MUTT Show, Agility Demonstrations, Dog Care & Safety Education Presentations.
There will be PRIZES given for the MUTT Show Comepetitions like longest/shortest tail, best-dressed and more!!
Come CELEBRATE with the Toledo Area Humane Society for 125 years of dedicated service to our community! More information to follow!!
<3 Jess
Join us for these activities throughout the day!!
1130 am, 1pm and 230 pm - Flying Aces Frisbee Dog Show
1200 pm, 130 pm and 3pm - Musical Entertainement by the Toledo School for the Arts
1200 noon to 4 pm - MUTT Show, Agility Demonstrations, Dog Care & Safety Education Presentations.
There will be PRIZES given for the MUTT Show Comepetitions like longest/shortest tail, best-dressed and more!!
Come CELEBRATE with the Toledo Area Humane Society for 125 years of dedicated service to our community! More information to follow!!
<3 Jess
Monday, August 3, 2009
My volunteering Days....
I have been spending more time at The Toledo Humane Society. I recently was volunteering when they had their "smitten for Kittens" campaign. Most of the kittens were up for adoption for $100.00 which included Spay/neuter, microchipping, First shots and deworming, leukemia test, vet checked and free followup vet check and other little perks. Not only did I help to promote this by telling everyone I know... we adopted a 8 week old male kitten. Our "Master Yoda".... he really looks like a Yoda. Anyways we have a new addition to our family.
Since we got him in June, he's become quite the little personality in our house. Our vet thinks he's hysterical with his growling and grouching..hahaha. But when he wants love and attention he is adorable. Mom wasn't happy when he decided to jump from the recliner onto the curtains hanging mid air looking around the room then jumps back down. But since have had him front declawed. No more scratches on my face and legs at least but he still likes to bite your feet and toes.
I have a lot of pics to post on here of my times at the Humane Society, and playing with the dogs too! I would like to say I was walking them but they were actually taking me for a walk. If I could adopt some of them I would, but I already have a house full of pets right now and my dad is like NO MORE!!!! 3 cats and 2 dogs I guess is enough! Anyways if you are looking for a great pet there are several cats and dogs at the TAHS up for adoption that would make great pets, please check them out.
I have also made some progress on my platform and starting a new campaign called for PAWS4PETS Campaign. This will be introduced August 22. I will post more information soon so check back for the major event details. I am so excited to get my promotion started and the support of the Toledo Area Humane Society. Its just the beginning!! Many other promotions are being put into action and looking forward to starting to really promote and build my platform. "The ABCs of Owning a Pet" which promotes Being a responsible pet owner and teaching pet health and safety. I am also working on my coloring book that hopefully will be done by winter, but great works take time so its a work of art in progress right now.
<3 Jess
Since we got him in June, he's become quite the little personality in our house. Our vet thinks he's hysterical with his growling and grouching..hahaha. But when he wants love and attention he is adorable. Mom wasn't happy when he decided to jump from the recliner onto the curtains hanging mid air looking around the room then jumps back down. But since have had him front declawed. No more scratches on my face and legs at least but he still likes to bite your feet and toes.
I have a lot of pics to post on here of my times at the Humane Society, and playing with the dogs too! I would like to say I was walking them but they were actually taking me for a walk. If I could adopt some of them I would, but I already have a house full of pets right now and my dad is like NO MORE!!!! 3 cats and 2 dogs I guess is enough! Anyways if you are looking for a great pet there are several cats and dogs at the TAHS up for adoption that would make great pets, please check them out.
I have also made some progress on my platform and starting a new campaign called for PAWS4PETS Campaign. This will be introduced August 22. I will post more information soon so check back for the major event details. I am so excited to get my promotion started and the support of the Toledo Area Humane Society. Its just the beginning!! Many other promotions are being put into action and looking forward to starting to really promote and build my platform. "The ABCs of Owning a Pet" which promotes Being a responsible pet owner and teaching pet health and safety. I am also working on my coloring book that hopefully will be done by winter, but great works take time so its a work of art in progress right now.
<3 Jess
Monday, July 20, 2009
The Toledo Area Humane Society - Animal Wish List
The following items are needed by the TAHS. If you can donate any item (s) listed below please contact me for pick-up or you can deliver to the TAHS directly. Any and all donations are greatly appreciated.
<3 Jess
Animal Wish List
For the Animals :
Cat litter (non-scooping please!)
"Canned" dog & cat food
Dog & cat toys & treats
Kongs
Stainless steel bowls
Peanut butter
Nylabones & harvest chews
Shoe boxes (for cats to play in)
For Animal Care
Bath towels (new or slightly used)
High efficiency laundry detergent
bleach
Rubbing alcohol
Distilled water & scrub sponges
Baking soda
Dish soap & paper towels
Plastic garage bags
Office Supplies (to offset costs)
Gas cards (for our cruelty officers)
8 1/2 x 11 copy paper
Batteries "AA"
<3 Jess
Animal Wish List
For the Animals :
Cat litter (non-scooping please!)
"Canned" dog & cat food
Dog & cat toys & treats
Kongs
Stainless steel bowls
Peanut butter
Nylabones & harvest chews
Shoe boxes (for cats to play in)
For Animal Care
Bath towels (new or slightly used)
High efficiency laundry detergent
bleach
Rubbing alcohol
Distilled water & scrub sponges
Baking soda
Dish soap & paper towels
Plastic garage bags
Office Supplies (to offset costs)
Gas cards (for our cruelty officers)
8 1/2 x 11 copy paper
Batteries "AA"
Launching my NEW Campaign...... Paws4Pets
In addition to my volunteer work at the Toledo Area Humane Society I have been working on a fund-raising campaign to raise money to help the Toledo Area Humane Society and support all the furry friends that currently live there. I am hashing out a few final details. Once everything is worked out and I finalize my promotional announcement. I will post here. Looking forward to getting this started. :)
<3 Jess
<3 Jess
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Volunteering at the Toledo Humane Society.....
The best part of volunteering is I get to play with all the dogs and cats.... The dogs take me for a walk instead of me taking them, hehe and the cats they just love to follow me around and curl up in my lap..... here's some more pics:
Monday, February 16, 2009
Volunteering......
Here I am.... Volunteering.... at my favorite place..... the Toledo Area Humane Society.
What other place to you get to play with the cute little puppies and kittys...... this little puppy wasn't here but a few days til he was adopted..... I so would have adopted him too! He was a pure breed AKC Rat Terrier..... whose owner picked him up in Columbus got back to Toledo decided they didn't want him and dropped him off at Humane Society. He was only about 8 weeks old and spent less than 5 days here before being adopted. Isn't he cute!!!!
The TAHS has lots of kittens for adoption as well as a lot of older cats too! Just waiting for someone to give them a home and love..... Come check them out today...... Adopt a pet! from your local Toledo Area Humane Society today............................. My new slogan...... "Everyone should have a puppy!!" or kitty....... hehe
What other place to you get to play with the cute little puppies and kittys...... this little puppy wasn't here but a few days til he was adopted..... I so would have adopted him too! He was a pure breed AKC Rat Terrier..... whose owner picked him up in Columbus got back to Toledo decided they didn't want him and dropped him off at Humane Society. He was only about 8 weeks old and spent less than 5 days here before being adopted. Isn't he cute!!!!
The TAHS has lots of kittens for adoption as well as a lot of older cats too! Just waiting for someone to give them a home and love..... Come check them out today...... Adopt a pet! from your local Toledo Area Humane Society today............................. My new slogan...... "Everyone should have a puppy!!" or kitty....... heheSaturday, February 14, 2009
Thursday, February 12, 2009
Why I chose my Platform for Miss Ohio
From the beginning when I first decided to compete for Miss Ohio I wanted my Platform to involve our pets and animals. But..... I didn't. I started out my first prelim platforming for Dyslexia. Yes.... I have Dyslexia but I have never used it as a crutch or a handicap to my advantage. Most people never really knew I suffered from this learning disability until I started building my Platform. I started a youth group in my school called DISS- Dyslexic Individuals Supporting Students. It started out slow and small but had some members who truly were interested in the group. We mostly got together and talked about our struggles and how we cope with them..... At my first prelim during Interview was when I really got a taste of feeling and being Dyslexic. When the judges found out I was, I almost felt like I was then treated as I was Handicap and couldn't handle the conversation. I knew then that I didn't want to talk about this subject as it brought back a lot of memories of being treated differently and like being laughed at because I couldn't read as well or as fast....... But all along something inside me kept going back to my original thought about my Platform being about animals...I had a greater calling and passion that was just screaming to be recognized....... so I made the decision! I was advised that this could be a difficult task to sell due to its nature about animals and not people. There are non-animals lovers out there who will judge me and not understand my passion and the path I have chosen to follow. Over the past months I have reworded and changed things to get the message to more of what I want it to be but this is why I chose my Platform......... 
She somehow snuck out the open door and we never saw her again. We spent months searching for her daily and for hours at a time in the cold weather even trying to follow any possible lead. We advertised in the paper, radio and put up lost flyers at all pet stores and all veterinarian offices in a 50 mile radius from our home. We delivered flyers to the entire sections around our home 5 miles in each direction....... over 2000 flyers were distributed. She was never recovered. I was very sad over this but I know it affected my mom more as Amidala actually was more of my mom's baby as the years went on. As we adopted more pets..... Leia was supposed to be mom's cat but actually is mine. Mom has not given up or hoping that Amidala will find her way back home to us. Each year hundreds and thousands of animals are lost yearly and most are never recovered. She was the reason that I made the decision to change my Platform. This is my baby... Leia.........
This is... Palmer
This is our rescue...... we saved him and his Mama and 3 siblings at Band Camp at Camp Palmer in Fayette, Ohio. Palmer Rebel and his 3 siblings were baby kittens when they were found by me and the girls in my cabin. Mom went to the nearest town and bought them food, litter and flea collars while we were at the camp. We kept the mama and the 3 siblings in another empty cabin next to us, but Palmer stayed in the cabin with me and the girls. See we found him first wandering around the path all by himself. We didn't find the others until days later. Mom brought all the kitty's home and before leaving the high school had found new homes for all of them including the mother. We kept Palmer...... even though we had several families that offered to take him too! Mom and I couldn't part with him, we were already too attached.... Palmer was named for where he was found and after our school......thus Palmer Rebel...... he became our band mascot too! Everyone knows who Palmer rebel is........
Thank God for Palmer....... because he came along right before Amidala disappeared and has been a lot of comfort to mom even though she still loves and misses Amidala. He is definitely her baby. He follows her everywhere she goes. He loves her, he probably thinks she's his mom..... well she is in a way. Then theres Annie and Odin.
This was taken a Christmas time..... that's Annie with the toy in her mouth..... and Odin is right next to her. Annie is 4 and will be 5 this summer and Odin will be 8 this year....... Odin is dad's dog most definitely and Annie is mine and mom's but truthfully she loves dad more. But we love them too! The both are purebreed (champion bloodlines) AKC registered Golden Retrievers. Odin due to hip dysplasia and medical problems is neutered but Annie is still available..... looking to maybe breed her this year one time then probably will have her fixed after that as well. Both of the cats are also fixed and all are micro-chipped. We micro-chipped them after Amidala disappeared to protect them and hopefully for a faster and safer return in case the collars were some how removed our lost.
My first kitty...... Amidala...... disappeared December 7, 2007.
She somehow snuck out the open door and we never saw her again. We spent months searching for her daily and for hours at a time in the cold weather even trying to follow any possible lead. We advertised in the paper, radio and put up lost flyers at all pet stores and all veterinarian offices in a 50 mile radius from our home. We delivered flyers to the entire sections around our home 5 miles in each direction....... over 2000 flyers were distributed. She was never recovered. I was very sad over this but I know it affected my mom more as Amidala actually was more of my mom's baby as the years went on. As we adopted more pets..... Leia was supposed to be mom's cat but actually is mine. Mom has not given up or hoping that Amidala will find her way back home to us. Each year hundreds and thousands of animals are lost yearly and most are never recovered. She was the reason that I made the decision to change my Platform. This is my baby... Leia.........
This is... PalmerThis is our rescue...... we saved him and his Mama and 3 siblings at Band Camp at Camp Palmer in Fayette, Ohio. Palmer Rebel and his 3 siblings were baby kittens when they were found by me and the girls in my cabin. Mom went to the nearest town and bought them food, litter and flea collars while we were at the camp. We kept the mama and the 3 siblings in another empty cabin next to us, but Palmer stayed in the cabin with me and the girls. See we found him first wandering around the path all by himself. We didn't find the others until days later. Mom brought all the kitty's home and before leaving the high school had found new homes for all of them including the mother. We kept Palmer...... even though we had several families that offered to take him too! Mom and I couldn't part with him, we were already too attached.... Palmer was named for where he was found and after our school......thus Palmer Rebel...... he became our band mascot too! Everyone knows who Palmer rebel is........
Thank God for Palmer....... because he came along right before Amidala disappeared and has been a lot of comfort to mom even though she still loves and misses Amidala. He is definitely her baby. He follows her everywhere she goes. He loves her, he probably thinks she's his mom..... well she is in a way. Then theres Annie and Odin.This was taken a Christmas time..... that's Annie with the toy in her mouth..... and Odin is right next to her. Annie is 4 and will be 5 this summer and Odin will be 8 this year....... Odin is dad's dog most definitely and Annie is mine and mom's but truthfully she loves dad more. But we love them too! The both are purebreed (champion bloodlines) AKC registered Golden Retrievers. Odin due to hip dysplasia and medical problems is neutered but Annie is still available..... looking to maybe breed her this year one time then probably will have her fixed after that as well. Both of the cats are also fixed and all are micro-chipped. We micro-chipped them after Amidala disappeared to protect them and hopefully for a faster and safer return in case the collars were some how removed our lost. If you have read this blog in its entirety then you know more about me, but for anyone new just reading this for the first time...... These guys are why I changed my platform to animals..... I want to be a Veterinarian. This has been a dream and goal of mine since I can remember. Its all I talk about... I want to someday own my own Clinic and do nothing but take care of animals. I can't express enough how important this is too me.... Imagine a little kid opening a Christmas present on Christmas morning getting that special gift that they asked Santa for and their eyes light up and they are so excited and happy that Santa brought that toy to them....... well that's me when I am around animals. Rather its my own, a friends pets, pets I see out on the street or the one's at the Humane Society when I volunteer. Its like a gift...... and I get excited about it.
I am studying right now at the University of Toledo in the PRE-Vet Program as a Biology Major. Once I achieve my undergraduate diploma then I am hoping that I will have been accepted in the Graduate School at the Ohio State School of Veterinary Medicine. This is my Dream..... my Goal....My Passion! What better reason do I need for a Platform! Even if I wasn't competing to be Miss Ohio this would still be my Dream.....my Goal....my Passion!
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