ADOPT. SAVE A LIFE.
SPRING 2009 NEWSLETTER
PO Box 393 Larchmont, NY 10538
[email protected]
Dear Friends,
When Pet Rescue tallied its adoptions
for 2008, we were astonished to find
that it came to almost 900, several
hundred more than the year before.
Impressive, but it shouldn't have been
so astonishing considering the
more than 50 people who
contribute their talents
and skills, give so much energy, time, house space - and
dedication for the Pet Rescue
dogs and cats - in order to
bring them from desolate
conditions, most often with no
future, to warm homes. All
without a shelter building and
without pay. Well, it is astonishing.
Known for being careful about matching owner and pet for the welfare of
each, Pet Rescue's reputation spread,
bringing in adopters recommended by
other adopters and more volunteers,
many who stayed on to help after
Sue Kamell and volunteers at the Wish Upon A Star Gala
It's been twenty-seven years
since two other volunteers and I, disadopting. We continue to be careful
tressed about the awful conditions for
about putting our pets in the right
the shelter's cats and dogs, left a big
homes and taking them back if, for
animal shelter in the County to try to
any reason, things don't work out. Ando better on our own. To find permaother of our principles is to do whatnent homes for the former pets that we
ever needs to be done for the wellbewere soon harboring in our homes, we
ing of any animal that we take in, to
advertised, and without thinking
make it comfortable and to keep it
too hard about it, put the words Pet
healthy or restore it to health.
Rescue in the ads. It was to
For a long time, Pet Rescue has looked
let prospective adopters know that the
forward to having its own place for
cat and dogs described in the
headquarters and boarding. Except for
ads were pre-owned.
our new rented Cat Place, that hasn't
As we were called upon more and
happened. But we have learned an
more to help abandoned and aboutinvaluable lesson. After years of having
to-be abandoned animals and were
no choice but to depend on volunso successful in matching them up with
teers to care for our orphans in their
new owners, we found we had
own homes, we have come to reala reputation and a name. By the time
ize that that is the way to go. Caring
we considered applying for a charter,
homes, where the cats and dogs are
the name Pet Rescue had long since
individually nurtured, loved and
stuck. We could not even consider trywatched over, are far better
ing to come up with a more imaginathan kennels and cages. Keeping up
tive or original one.
wi th our network of fosterers
(914) 834-6955
www.NY-Petrescue.org
can sometimes be unwieldy, but it is so
good for the animals.
We have not been able to find
enough foster homes for all of the cats
so far but our new Cat Place is next
best.
We are still looking forward to
eventually owning a building
to contain an operating room
and space to board new animals
so that their health and personalities can be checked out before
they are channeled to appropriate foster homes. Meanwhile, we
go on with our work and count on
the continued support of an increasing number of people who
believe in what we do.
Sue Kamell
President
We are Green
Pet Rescue has been way ahead, green all
along.
We work against wasting lives by
 Rescuing and caring for cats and dogs,
animals who would otherwise be killed,
and giving them good lives.
 Enabling the adoption of wonderful
abandoned and mixed breeds that are
given to us instead of the purchasing of
pets from the those who bring more
dogs and cats into a world already
overfilled. They are both the fancy
breeders and the puppy millers who
supply pet stores.
 Spaying and Neutering to prevent more
cats and dogs from being added to the
tragedy of homeless animals..
We work against wasting resources by
using our own homes to shelter the animals.
letters
Spring 2009
Here’s Roxy at a local school in a Reading Program we just started with 3rd
graders. Roxy and I are Pet Partners with the Delta
Society. We visit a children’s psychiatric hospital
and do agility courses with the children in
charge. Recently we started a Paws and Read Program where children with reading difficulties read
their dog stories to Roxy. I'm in training now for
Hospice visits with Roxy which will happen in the
fall. It all works out to maybe one visit a week at
one of these locations and for no more than an hour
and half. This Sunday we're going to a local VISTA
group of brain injured adults for an agility session. It's been very rewarding and a wonderful
training tool for Roxy. She loves the visits. My husband and I have so loved this dog - she's just a wonderful addition to our home/family and neighborhood.
Pat Durante, Madison, CT
My New Dog
I have a dog. Her name is Maggie.
She is probably the sweetest, most
playful dog. I have never seen
anything like her. I even made up a
song about her. When I play with
Maggie I play fetch and run
around in circles. The second I got
Maggie I almost fainted. One time
when Maggie was in her crate I went in with her.
The End
by Jesse Harwin
We adopted little “Boo” for my birthday last November and love our new little
daughter. Three months old when we picked her up from Pet Rescue, Boo has
more personality than other cat I’ve ever met: loves to bat ping pong balls all
around our apartment and sticks her tongue out all the time. She is very talkative and playful. Her favorite activity is to watch the world from our window
sill. She has a knack for finding the most comfortable place in the house and is
never shy around new people. She’s already converted two “cat-haters” to “catlovers” and we suspect she’ll charm even more people as she gets older! Thanks
for giving us the chance to add to our family!
Deanna Decker, NYC
Hi, Hank here! I wanted to let you
know how I'm doing. I have a
great yard and I've been practicing my walking just like you
taught me. The kids and I have a
great time (I found so many balls
in the yard that they forgot
about, I popped them all, of
course). No one seems to mind
because we are having so much
fun playing. I found something
else that I like, hula hoops. Who
would have thought that they
could be so much fun. The weather is getting nicer and we are all ready for more
time outside. Hopefully by May the boat will be in the water and we will be
spending our weekends on the Great South Bay. I miss you very much and I am
so thankful for all of the love that everyone gave me when I was down on my
luck. But things are so wonderful now, this family had no idea what they were
missing before I came along.
Kathleen Henselder, Lindenhurst
We are all madly in love with Charlie. He is such a
great cat, so funny and so affectionate. Charlie
and Foxy are playing together right now and
seem to get along beautifully. We can't believe
our good luck--one fantastic dog, one fantastic
cat, who--fantastically--get along. Both from Pet
Rescue!
Lisa Reed, NYC
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Thank you and thank you for Jack. He has to be the happiest dog I've ever
seen. By the way, at Rye Town Park nearly all (80%) of the dogs are rescues
from you. I am proud to be a part of your organization and proud to say Jack is a
Pet Rescue rescue.
Elizabeth Worsham, Rye
Here’s a photo of Bailey (who we
adopted in September) and me. I will
be 11 in May, and I am going to have
a Pet Rescue party, where the guests
will be asked to donate to Pet Rescue
instead of bringing gifts. Thanks so
much for giving us Bailey. We love
him and he is a great dog.
Molly Rickles, Sleepy Hollow
It has been one year since we brought home
"Sweetiepie Calhoun” and she has been the greatest
gift we have ever been blessed to receive. She is still
very shy but now braves the noisy streets of NYC
with her tail held high. She is the queen of Central
Park where she spends about 4 hours every day
playing with her friends, kerplunking in the boat
pond and just having a grand old time. She loves the
snow and snuffling along the beach too. Sweetiepie
has thanked us a thousand times over with kisses,
tail wagging and shoe eating! We know nothing
about her first 8 months of life except that she was a stray from South Carolina.
My husband and I are in love with her. Thank you to the special people who
fostered her for us. We are honored to be her forever home.
Maureen & Ian Phillips, NYC
Bella is doing so great. She loves the snow; go figure for a
dog from South Carolina. She is looking forward to being a
big sister to the twins I am carrying (due Aug 11th). I know
she will be great with them as she is great with all kids she has
met. Thanks again for letting us adopt her.
Sheena and Joe Capone, Stamford
Just a quick note to let you know that Dexter is doing fine.
He and my dog, Olivia, have had no problems since their
introduction. He is VERY talkative especially at our family
meal-time. He enjoys sitting on the couch of the family
room and looking out of the window. We find that Dexter is
a joy to have around!
Annette Stiso, New Rochelle
G E T I N V O LV E D !
Become a fan on our Facebook page. If you have adopted
from us, upload a photo of your new family member.
Pet Rescue is trying to win a grant in theanimalrescuesite.com’s $100,000 Shelter Challenge. Vote for us once a
day, every day, now through July 26. You can use the link
on our website or on our Facebook page or on
www.theanimalrescuesite.com. Tell your family and friends
too. Every vote brings us closer to our goal.
We desperately need foster homes for the dogs and cats
we rescue. The more homes we have, the more animals we
can rescue. It’s as simple as that. If you can take a dog or
cat or even a litter of kittens or puppies into your home, fill
out an adoption/foster application on our website (dogs)
or call us at (914) 834-6955. You can make a difference.
You can save a life!
pet rescue kids
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Will Berczuk requested donations for Pet Rescue at his 12th
birthday party.
Lucy Coplin donated $300 from her bat-mitzvah money.
Cord & Cameron Stafford chose to donate a gift of $400
from their grandmother to Pet Rescue.
Baxter Martin, whose family fostered two dogs from WV and
adopted a cat named Snopus, donated some of his birthday
money.
Connor LeBlanc and his brothers and cousins chose Pet
Rescue to receive their family’s charity gift this Christmas.
Sophie Greenhouse who goes to Quaker Ridge School sponsored a dog on a recent transport.
Brownie Troop #1850 held a bake sale at Chatsworth School
and voted to donate part of the proceeds to Pet Rescue.
Pet Rescue received a donation from the Quaker Ridge Elementary School “Winter Wishland” project.
Sophie Silverman, who fosters dogs for Pet Rescue with her
family, raised $500 to sponsor a transport.
Lulu Dye requested donations for Pet Rescue at her 11 th
birthday party.
Jenna Kimmel requested donations to Pet Rescue in lieu of
gifts for her birthday.
Children’s Outreach
Kids Can Make a Difference
Kids and animals just go together…no brainer, right? Well,
we at Pet Rescue believe that kids’ love of animals is the key
to the future of rescue. They are the best hope for change
whether it relates to global warming or animals. Pet Rescue
has developed an outreach program for kids to use their love
of animals to teach them about the realities of pet overpopulation.
Our program gently introduces kids to the number of pets
being destroyed every year (as many as 10 million in the
U.S. alone). The kids who take part in our program also
learn that when their family or someone they know decides
it is time for that lifelong pet, they can help adults to understand the importance of adopting versus purchasing their
new best friend. They also learn the importance of everyone
spaying/neutering their pet. Armed with this information,
kids begin to understand how quickly the number of animals currently being destroyed could shrink.
Pet Rescue wants these kids to be empowered with the
knowledge that each one of them can make a difference in
what the future holds for animals. These will be our leaders.
They will write legislation outlawing puppy mills, make sure
that pet owners spay and neuter, and see that shelters
really care for their animals, and that there are fewer animals needing shelters. We hope that one day Pet Rescue’s
motto of “Adopt. Save a Life” will be right up there with
“global warming” in kids’ vocabulary.
Pet Rescue’s new program for kids was recently presented to
several Brownie troops. If you are interested in having Pet
Rescue give its program to your child’s school or civic group,
contact Mary or Patty Oddoux at [email protected].
MUTTS © PATRICK MCDONNELL. KING FEATURES SYNDICATE
WHERE WILL THE PETS GO?
Unfortunately this is a time when many pets will be put out
on the streets or abandoned in shelters as their people lose
their jobs or are forced from their homes. There are ways to
deal with this potentially heart-wrenching situation.
Above all do not wait until the last day. Give yourself time to
search for a new home for both of you, or if necessary, a
new home for your pet. Network.
Scout out pet-accepting landlords. (Your local shelter may
have information on these.)
If a landlord doesn’t openly advertise a no-pets policy, approach him or her with a positive attitude. You can be persuasive by offering evidence of your rental history, references, insurance policy, letter from a veterinarian, evidence
of up-to date licensing, proof of neutering or spaying, certificates from a trainer or training course. Offer a pet deposit
fee or an extra amount per month. If your finances are tight,
offer maintenance services - to mow the lawn, clear the
snow.
Be aware that the no-pets clause in standard leases is not
there because the landlord dislikes animals. It is backup for
the landlord if the tenant permits his dog to bark incessantly
or is sloppy about cleaning after their cat, letting odors permeate the apartment and halls. The landlord can enforce
the lease when this kind of situation comes up but he may
do nothing if the pet is not causing problems.
If you have your eyes on a building where you see leashed
dogs or cats in windows, it’s quite possible that the standard
lease may have been used but not be in force. If you move
to such a building without announcing that you have a pet,
chances are you will not be bothered if you and your pet
behave. If it turns out that the landlord really does not want
your pet no matter how well-behaved, ask for a month to
relocate him and get busy contacting friends, relatives, and
your local rescue groups or shelters.
If you must leave your pet at a shelter, you can help his
chance of survival by helping out at the facility on a regular
basis, walking your dog and others, playing with the cats.
Not only will you be watching out for your pet, you will be
comforting him and gaining time to go on with your search
for a place for both of you.
wish upon a star gala
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Our 6th annual winter fundraiser, Wish Upon A Star Gala, was lovely and successful beyond our
hopes. As the 400 guests (150 more than last year) entered the Orienta Beach Club in
Mamaroneck, they were serenaded by Al Mingrone at the piano and then were presented a
buffet with a variety of vegetarian appetizers and entrees, limitless wine, beer and soda, and
desserts. Pet Rescue’s supporters donated enough gifts of valuable goods and services - including New York Giants’ tickets and memorabilia, Judith Ripka jewelry, artwork, tickets to
Broadway & TV shows, gift certificates, vet and grooming visits and a special gift from Clinton
Kelly (see below) - to make up the nearly 120 tempting packages in the silent auction. Each
guest received a canvas tote bag decorated with a Pet Rescue design which was donated
by Howie and Leslie Martin of Mr. Chimney.
This was the first year we published a Commemorative Journal and it too was a big success. Over 100 local people and companies bought space in the journal to honor Pet Rescue, memorialize a person or a pet or promote a business. Please let us
know if you would like a copy of the Journal.
“Second Chances,” a video presentation, features interviews with volunteers Ruth Frumkin, Paula Krenkel and JoAnne Novak and one of our rescuers in South Carolina, Mary
Carpenter. Images of cats and dogs living in horrible conditions because there simply are
not enough homes for them brought some guests to tears but there were also happy stories of the many that we were able to save. You can view the video on our website at
www.ny-petrescue.org.
The Gala Committee was chaired by Judy Matos, Linda
Staszak and Barbara Gebala. Judy did a wonderful job of
collecting all the auction items and combining them into
attractive and appealing baskets. Linda put together our
first ever journal and Barbara is our graphics expert who designed the gorgeous holiday card,
gala invitation and thank you card and maintains our website. Lynne Smith created and narrated
the very touching video “Second Chances.”
Our party really did grant the wish of one of our rescues. A couple at the party saw Socrates, a
husky puppy that was being fostered by one of our volunteers, among a display of photos for
sale at the Gala. They had been looking for a husky and loved his picture, made an appointment
for an introduction and adopted him that weekend.
In January 2009, Clinton Kelly adopted Mary, a Jack Russell
terrier mix from Pet Rescue, who he describes as “awesome.”
When we approached him to donate an auction item for the
gala, he sent us one of the most
popular prizes of the evening.
Besides a signed copy of his book
“Freakin’ Fabulous,” there was a
dog tote with toys and treats and
an invitation to visit the set during
a filming of the show plus a 30minute personal fashion consultation. The winning bidder was
Marlene Tutera, whose son, Eric,
was honored during the evening.
Here is Marlene’s report:
tall. After some quick introductions, we went down the
hall to the new set and to our surprise we were introduced to Stacy London, who is tall and beautiful. Boy,
are they nice, smart and
charming. They were so generous with their time. We all
had a nice conversation
about our pets: Clinton's
dog, Mary, Stacy's cat and
our dogs, Luna, Guinness,
and Mr. Cappucino. Later on
we sat with the director and
production crew to watch
the taping of a special celebrity WNTW makeover. Clinton also gave Kim a private
fashion consultation.
“I had such a great time at the
fabulous Pet Rescue Gala on
March 6 but the best part was
We were treated like VIP's
that I won a silent auction prize
and can only say how imfrom Clinton Kelly of What Not
pressed we were with ClinTo Wear. In addition to a beauMeg, Stacy London, Kim, Rachel, Clinton Kelly & Marlene ton's mastery of fashion: no
tiful pet basket, a behind the
scripts, no cue cards. This
scene tour of the WNTW set was included. This was a
pair is really something. They posed for photos, offered
perfect surprise for my three daughters, Meg, Kim and
us refreshments and made us feel at home. It was truly a
Rachel. We all love the show and Clinton too. On April 16
prize worth winning.
we traveled to NYC to the set and had a fabulous time.
Thanks, Pet Rescue and Clinton.”
Clinton came out to greet us. He's handsome and very
wish upon a star gala
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Many, many thanks also to all of the donors to our auction and raffle who are listed below. We urge our supporters to take
advantage of their services when you can and drop in on the stores to let them know we appreciate their help.
109 Pondfield Salon
3 Jalapeňos
Accent Pet Grooming
Cantor Susan Alcott
Alimanestianu Family
Allison Bishop
Anderson's Book Shop
Angel Nails
Ann Taylor
Anna Maria's Restaurant
Rosemary Anselmo
Arlene's Boutique
Art for Kids and Pets
Art in Mind
Artists' Market
Bark Busters
Best Friends Pet Care
BODIES The Exhibition
Body by Rocco
Bradford Renaissance Portraits
Bridges
Briggs House Antiques
Bronx Zoo
Jeffreyann Buglione
Calling All Dogz
Debby Campbell
Dorothy Cancellieri
Carol E. Charny Vintage
Central Animal Hospital
Chat 19
Chef Antonio
Chocolations LLC
Choice Pet Supply
Circle 7 Framing
Kathryn Clark
Club Fit
Cocoa
Command Canine
Cookies by Design
Cooper's Corner Nursery
Crabtree's Kittle House
Croton Creek Steakhouse
Curves for Women
Daily Show with Jon Stewart
Deanna's Pizzeria & Restaurant
Eve Demian
Disney Theatrical Productions
Divine K-9
Doggy Styles Mobile Pet Grooming
Elegant Nails
Emelin Theater
Emily & Mary Gift Shop
Ethnika Home Decor & Antiques
Excessorize
Jane & Ray Fastiggi
Steve Fier
Robin Fillhart
Fitness Together
Andrew Flatt & Cookie
Merwin Foard & Jasper
Foley Hardware
The Frame Place
Larss Freimanis
Ruth Frumkin
Natalia Garro
Brad & MaryBeth Gettelfinger
GoHeidi Toys
Grand Prix New York
Barbara & Tom Hanusik
Harry Harrison
Harry's Burritos
HBO Sports
Healthy Choice
Laura Heiss
Sandy Hoffman
Horsefeathers
Hyatt Summerfield Suites
Ifrah Family
Larchmont Historical Society
Larchmont Nails
Larchmont Nurseries
Larchmont Tavern
Deborah Larkin
Late Show with David Letterman
Le Beastro
Le Chateau
Leonardo's Pizza
Leopardo d'Oro
Dave Lewitt
Charlie & Jean Lienau
LIFE The Place To Be
Joel & Shari Lipsky
Live with Regis and Kelly
Liza Wallis Photography
Longford's Own Made Ice Cream
Lucky Paws Pet Spa
Luggage Stop
Jacob Burns Film Center
Audrey Jarosz
Jay’s Wine & Liquors
Jet Communications
Joan Sansone Antique & Estate
Jewelry
Bryan Scott Johnson
Joy Nails
Judith Ripka/The Helping Hand
Sue Kamell
Kathy’s Kitchen
Dave Kaufman
Clinton Kelly
Gail Koller
KR Diamonds
La Riserva
La Sala Restaurant
Ladd Design Inc.
Laguna Restaurant
Larchmont Animal Hospital
Larchmont Floral Design
Maestro's
Main Hosiery
James Maisano
Mamma Mia
John & Denise Mara
Maritime Aquarium
Lindsey Matos
Cynthia McLean
Melting Pot
Mercurio's
Momotaro Salon
Diane Monett
Moscato Ristorante
Jacqueline Moscone
Mr. Chimney
Mulberry Inspections LLC
NBC Universal
Nessa Restaurant
New Rochelle Racquet Club
New Rochelle Tennis Club
New York Giants
Artwork by Barbara Gebala
New York Sports Club
Noah's Park
Northfork Stables
Oscar de la Renta
Paint Your Art Out
Palmer Jewelers
Palmer's Crossing
Pascal's Restaurant
Nancy Pepe
Pet Goods
Petland Discounts
PetSmart
Petticoat Lane
Pink on Palmer
Post Wine & Spirits
Preferred Handwriting Analysis
Printwear Inc.
ProWash Express
Amy Psaila
Quaker Ridge Pizza
The Refreshed Home
Renaissance Westchester Hotel
Robin G. London Photography
The Rock Club
Sardegna
Scarsdale Pizza Station
Judy Schwartzman
Alexa Servodidio
Shampooch
Shear Pleasure Hair Design
Sheldrake Environmental Center
Sherwood's Restaurant
Silpada Designs
Kim Sinistore
Nelson Solis
Somers Animal Hospital
Stanton Family
Stop & Shop
Danille Swick
Szent & Company
Tai Chi School
Tangiers
The Tennis Professionals
Tequila Sunrise
Thunder Jackson’s
Tres Magnifique Fine Jewelry
Villamaria Pizza
Village Animal Hospital
Villarina's
Vincent Jewelers
Watercolor Café
Westchester Broadway Theatre
Westchester Marriott Tarrytown
William Wegman Gallery
Winetasters of Larchmont
Kathryn Wolfe
Sue Woodward
Yonkers Tennis Center
Yorktown Pet Grooming
working dogs
We learned of Kiba’s gift firsthand while she was being fostered by one of our volunteers. But we have also heard
from adopters that their dogs have special gifts of their own
so we asked them to tell us their stories.
Kiba
Kiba's journey began when a drug addict in the Bronx was selling her
as "bait" for dog fighting. She was bought by a young woman who
rescues dogs and placed in a foster home. In that home she was
attacked by another dog and needed stitches in both ears. She was
then placed with Paula Krenkel, one of Pet Rescue’s foster moms,
where she blossomed. In August 2008 she was adopted by a diabetic woman who loved her but often Kiba
would bite at her toes and knock into her
insulin pump. It just was too much for the
woman to manage, so she tearfully returned Kiba to Pet Rescue. Paula related
the story to friends, who told her about a
service dog in their family who was trained
specifically to alert their 8 year old grandson
that his insulin levels were dropping - even
when the child was sleeping. We realized
that she might be a candidate for training
as a Diabetes Alert Dog. After an initial
screening, which Kiba passed with flying
colors, she was accepted to Heaven Scent
Paws (www.heavenscentpaws.com) in Missouri where she would undergo 3 months of
intensive training and then be placed in an
appropriate home. Until she was ready to
go to Heaven Scent Paws Kiba was fostered by a woman with a
diabetic son who confirmed that Kiba was definitely gifted.
To prepare for the flight to Missouri, Kiba went to “boot camp” with
trainer Tracy Wolak who got her ready to walk through crowded
airports, fly on planes and ride on trains so that she could fly in the
cabin of the plane as a "service dog in training." On October 20,
2008 Pet Rescue volunteers saw her off at Westchester airport where
she was being escorted to Missouri by the owner/director of the program. It was hard to see her go - but she had a job to do!
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against them, and
always wiggles his
curly tail with delight
as they talk to him
and pet him. He also
performs a little routine of tricks I have
taught him. This gets
the patients clapping
and laughing.
It's so gratifying to see
how people respond
to Hudson. He really
brings smiles to people's faces, and you can see these patients visibly relax when they
put their arms around him. The patients are just so appreciative, it's
very heart-warming. It feels like we are doing a wonderful thing.
Rachel Jimenez, Brooklyn
Maizy Belle Curry of Rolling Stone Farm
I am the barn manager at Rolling Stone Farm and have a job with
many different responsibilities. I wanted a dog that would be happy
as my constant companion since I work long days and do a lot of
walking on the property. Maizy fills this role completely and more!
Maizy has alerted me to escaped horses by jumping on the bed and
looking out the window. On Christmas Eve she did just that and let
me know that 5 of our horses had broken out of their fencing. Maizy
joined us for a midnight roundup; we caught every one and put
them away in time for Santa! She is the fastest runner and keeps the
squirrel and rat population on their toes (and out of the feed
room!). She rounds up stray chickens when the coop is moved and
some of them escape. She stayed with me throughout the night
when I nursed a new goat kid and consoled me when we lost the
baby. Now when I milk, Maizy waits for her favorite treat... fresh
goat's milk. And when we take the goats for their evening stroll, she
plays with the moms and babies.
Kiba will finish her intensive training in July and will be matched with
a family that is as active as she is.
Hudson
We do our work through the Good Dog Foundation in Brooklyn
(www.thegooddogfoundation.org). They have a program to train
dogs and their guardians to work as a therapy team. Hudson was
excused from the 6-week basic obedience course because he already was an expert at that. We did take a five-week course specific to the therapy work which consisted of exposing the dog to
wheelchairs and walkers, making sure he would know not to jump on
people, would drop things when asked, and would ignore food
unless it was specifically offered to him. Hudson and I also had to get
medical clearance. We got assigned to New York Methodist Hospital
which is just 3 blocks from our apartment. We were evaluated by
hospital staff and observed on the job by a Good Dog Foundation
trainer.
Our work consists of one hour at the hospital each Tuesday afternoon. We spend 30 minutes in the Adult Psychiatric Unit and 30 minutes in the Geriatric Psychiatric Unit. In each unit, we visit a group of
patients congregating in a common area. We approach the patients one by one so everybody who wants to gets a chance to interact with Hudson. Most patients are very eager to pet him, hug him,
and give him treats. They are always full of questions for me about
Hudson's breed, his age, where he came from, what he eats.
Hudson seems to understand the frailty of these patients, and I am
amazed at how gentle and sweet he is with each and every one. He
seems to thrive on the attention. He often kisses the patients, leans
She has been a true loving ambassador for the farm. Maizy Belle
Curry is 20 lbs. of energetic, furry love! I could not have created a
more perfect canine partner if I tried.
Claire Curry, Croton on Hudson
Mia
Pet Rescue found Mia for us
four years ago. For a quiet
little girl, she is very social
and affectionate
and
needed a job meeting and
greeting people and making them smile. So she became a Delta certified
t h e r a p y
d o g
(deltasociety.org). Her favorite visits are to the
Blythedale Children’s Hospital, Ossining Public Library, and a 3rd grade class at Brookside School
in Yorktown.
Ellen Joseph,
in honor of
Jerri Acorn Pam Kohlhoff, Rachel Allen Mr. & Mrs. Ralph Sevush, Mereille &
Eliane Bejjani Ghassan Bejjani, Margie Cohen Randye Cohen, Lucy Coplin’s
bat-mitzvah Pet Rescue, Nancy Cullen & Chaz Katherine Whitbeck, Jake Dolgae Marie Moss, Jerry Eichwald Nathalie Martinengo, Ruth Frumkin Elizabeth
Renson, Sue Kamell Edmond & Cynthia Villani, Brendan Kennedy Kathryn
Craig, Paula Krenkel David & Marsha Edell, Barbara Lavery Mr. & Mrs. Ralph
Sevush, Mrs. Denise Mara Ann Juster, Francine Minadeo Doris Holloway, Pet
Rescue volunteers Susan Hirsch, Amy Seife, Marjorie Brandon, Karen Rosengart,
Beatrice Weinberger, Kate Kelly & George Schweitzer, Dylan Richards’ bar
mitzvah Lisa Wysocki, Andrew Smith Mrs. & Mrs. Gary Harting, Lynne & Derek
Smith Frank & Dilys Smith, Michele Stone Valerie Farah, Marlene Tutera Teresa
Fox, Madeleine Accardi & Elizabeth Cotter, Ellyn Wasserberger Claudia Fugalli
& William Krantz, Lisa & Paul Wysocki Pat Grant
Abby Marchele Courtney, Aimee Mary Kay Humenn, Alexia Richard Cole, Alfie
Joan Stapleton & Carl Dwyer, All abused and homeless pets Rita Falk, All my
dogs, past and present Natalie Moscow, Althea Christine Webler, Amazing
Grace Deb Vilas, Amélie Christiane Quinif, Amos Maureen Vetrano, Annie
Anna Ferreira, Bailey Alyssa & Joe Wallen, Bailey Susan Martini, Bailey & Daisi
Lillian Coriasco, Baré Louisa Maio, Barney Maria Borea Puccella, Bella Judith
Dolfi, Bella Constance Caravella, Bella Kim Bernson, Birdie Carol Wheeler, Blue
Victoria Keesler, Boots Rosemarie Salvo, Brandi Bruce & Connie Taylor, Brownie
Rubinstein family, Brucie & Betty Boop Kelly O’Keefe, Bruno Philip & Norma
Rexon, Buddy Dr. Anne Gooding, Buddy Marc & Sherri Rozansky, Bunker Vera
Senft, Camp Canine, Bristol, CT Anne Patti, Carl Richie Vittorini, Cheech Rosalie
Celestino, Chico Richard Piscitello, Chloe & Bella Nancy Canter, Cody & Charlotte Ann Rand, Colleen Tina, Don, Megan & Emma Campbell, Cookie Libera &
Ed Vizoskie, Cooper Sean Conway, Cooper Schwartz family, Crystal & Maxine
Noreen O’Loughlin, Daisy Jennifer & Richard Cottrell, Darlene & Cassie Nelson
Kosak, Dudley Lisa Skelton, Duke Erica Smith, Duncan Eric & Kathryn, Dusty Gina
Bolduc, Elektra Adam Kaufman, Ellie Danielle & Richard Wolf, Elmo, Charlie &
Leo Dora Van Loggem, Fozzie John & Dana Martin, Frankie Alan & Gail
Schreier , Frost Gil Perrone, Gabo Junko & Nobuhisa Tezuka, Geoff Kathleen
Nurena & Mike Taylor, Ginger Eileen & Neal Jansen, Ginger Cynthia Wilkins,
Gracie Candi & David Rosen, Guinness & Curly Van Collie family, Gypsy Michael Cathers, Hailey Marla Aboulafia, Hannah Sharon Abbondondelo, Hannah Shari & Joel Lipsky, Harley Roseanne Angeloro, Harli Joann Burrows, Hercules Andre Brown, Hermann Karen Knizek, Hommer Isabel Arias & Brian
O’Rourke, Honey Frances Russo, Honey Brad & MaryBeth Gettelfinger, Izzy
Mary & Gregg Hill, Jackson Parker Nancy Levin, Jazz Adelle Skutnik, Jenna
Robert Conlin, Jessica Terry Goyke, Jessica, Sarah, Madalyn Psaila family, Jib
Judy Tallerman, Jillian Dana Betts, Joey Dahlia Fischer, Julep & Levi Mara &
Richard Roth, Katie Shana Levitt, Kelee Lisa & Kevin McGrail, Kricket Doreen
Powell, Laddy Jose Zeilstra, Lance Rev. Robert & Betty Godley, Libby & Kinnitty
Melissa Mann, Lila Blue Paula Ann Peck, Lily Judith Seche, Lola Peggy Jackson,
Louden Pat & Godfrey Bauer, Louie Sharon Baskind, Lovebug & Addie Lynne
Allen, Lucie & Nicky Tana Gullotta, Lucie & Pepper Joanne & Ike Mazzullo, Lucy
Barbara Chevers, Lucy Patricia Yturraspe, Mack Karen Kelly, Madison Linda
Busch, Maia Sharon Alpert, Mango & Chloe Claudia Leff, Marco Andrea Romstad, Melo Lawrence Henry, Mia Ellen & Ed Joseph, Mitzy Amy Levine, Mojo,
Scooter & Cinnamon Lisa Valow-Picarello, Molly Ross Fox, Molly Gail Pfau,
MommyCat & BabyCat Sarah McCullough, Murphy Christopher Coccaro &
Myrlin Valerio, Natasha Laura Schnee, Nelle Emily Samuels, Nicky Alison Estabrook, Nikki Martin & Laurie Wax, Noonie & Samurai Jamie Mooney, Nyla
Heidi Zazza, Oliver & Alli Vita Loria, Oscar Eileen McCormack, Otto & Ginger
Pendleton family, Pacco Danielle Zimbardi, Pearl & Missy Kissy Lorraine Costa,
Penny K. & E. Keuroghlian, Penny Lane Barry & Cathy Sullivan, Percy & Brandy
Dean & Christine Holbrook, Pippa & Brit Norah Parkins, Pippy Kevin Grehan,
Precious Pat Rizzi, Ralph & Baby Adler family, Remi Gail Richard, Riley Elaine
Nadel, Roger Ronny & Keri Wasser, Rooney & all my foster dogs Trish Doyle,
Roxy Maureen Fearon, Sandy Mary Graham, Sandy Michelle Austin, Sara,
Babe, Candy Fran Grasso, Sassafrass Thea & Charlie Pappalardo, Scooter Louis
Scenti, Shadow Nesbitt family, Shamrock Ronald Schaedler, Shane & Meena
Mary Riedy, Shimon Sonja Ben Adi, Snopus, Jezzy & Matthew Baxter Martin,
Soldier Genevieve Chenet, Spring & Quiggles Kelley family, Taz & Chloe Dan-
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ielle Shelton, Teddy Melanie Spivak, Teddy Maria Guarnieri, Tess Kim Covey,
Thai Buyon family, Tia Camille Tedesco, Tigre & Kitty Stephen Band, Timber &
Oliver Dale Greenfield, Timmy Theresa Glatz, Tink, Gracie & Copi Margarita &
Steven Shankewitz, Tippy & Tyler Harry Harrison, Tony Steven & Lauren Silva,
Tony Melinda Berman, Topaz Diane Rabbitt & Clare Preis, Trevor & Travis Barbara Falk, Tripod Adelle Skitnik, Trixie, Tiki & Tory Jack & Joyce Bakker, Tucker
Turner family, Tuppence Willy Dore Hammond, Wendy Marcy Kniffin, Whiskey
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Capone, Willow Denise Boffi, Wishbone Christina Mayoka,
Yankee & Beau Elliot & Melanie Steinfeld, Zelda Donna & Stuart Rabin, Ziggy
James Leach
in memory of
My uncle Bert Louise Simmons, Frank Bellucci David Palter, Jean Bruce Audrey
Frasca, Sadie Caporizzo Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Pultz, Jean Isler, Susan Hanna. Kim
Bivona, Amelia Heiskell Marilyn Liebenguth, Nellie Cohen Josel family, Larry
Fine Marilyn Fine, Michael Greenfield Josephine Greenfield, Pat Horak Edwin
Zemmel, Martin Kornfeld Dr. & Mrs. M. W. Kornfeld, Alice Masterson Agnes
Masterson, Francine Nicholas David Anthony, Wolfgang Obernesser Sieglinde
Obernesser, Chuck Pintchman Mildred Pintchman, Keith Pope Maggie Lagana,
Miriam Price Karen & Larry Price, Gary Ricker, Sr. Josephine Ricker, Joan Seminara Kathi Marek & Mary Seminara, Lyn Smith Liam Brennan, Fred Steingoetter
Mr. & Mrs. Timothy Best, Lillian Fleischner, Rose Maliver & Fred Steingoetter Toward Tomorrow JCC of Mid-Westchester, James Walsh McCarthy family, Pearl
Wiener Doris, Milt & Glenn Brynin
Ace Mara Celia Curtis, Alfred Judith Dobrof, Amber Audrey Jarosz, Andy, Matt
& Jenny Elinore Kochis, Baby Gemma Pierro, Bea Scott Letcher & Jeffrey
Schoenfeld, Bianca, Oliver & King Kitty Joann Perriello, Boo Susan Shapiro, Boris
Knight family, Brandie Alexander Grant Ginger Waters, Buddy Carol Camporeale, Buddy, Delilah, Sammy, Puff & Satchmo Ruth Siegel, Bunky Frances Reggina, Buster & Squeaky Suzi Wilson, Cali Susan Albero, Catmandoux, Daisy &
Bear Billera Susan & Andy Stillman, Catoo Christopher D’Rozario, Cleo James &
Suzann Conners, Coco Patti & David Howlett, Dalil Marjorie Jones, Darla
Marianne Petronella, Desiree Santa Pompillio, Domino Wendy Nanus, Duke
Catherine Madigan, Dylan & Max Dauré family, Ebony & Ruff Marie & Ron
Prezner, Eloise Alice & Kurt Ryden, Fernando Jaime Mitsch, Fester Christina
Cytrynowicz, Franky Carol Myers, Gertrude Mark Ambrose, Great Big Kitty
Marian Lewis, Happy, Fred, Danny & Bess Marion Levy, Harry & Stevie Margulies
Margie Cohen & Bandit, Heidi Mrs. Lewis Fursich, Herbie & Jamie Lee Shirley
Amarosso, Hobo & Dolly Elizabeth Priolis, Jake Abby Wise, Jay R Phyllis & Rob
Feuerstein, Jessie Diane Piesco, Josh Madelyn Jeziorek, Julia Dora Van Loggem, KC, Bandit & Clyde Danielle Zimbardi, Katie Gail Pfau, Katie Doris, Milt &
Glenn Brynin, Katie Delores Ji Ji, Kelly Beth & Mark McCabe, Kirby Burbank
Pamela Ross, Latte Jackie Merker, Lizzie Lerner Frey Marla Kallin, Lucky Carol
Froehlich-Hull, Lucky & Yanni Pomerantz family, Maggie Lisa Kenny, Maggie
Janet Staplefield, Mangy Ronald Thompson, Marvin & Lucy Karen Sheer, Maxi
Bobbe Bramson & Dave Dodge, Mikey Andrea & Angelo Ianello, Milo Phyllis
Leigh, Missy, Rusty & Happy Barbara & Robert Tipping, Mojo Carleton Sullivan,
Molly Seilya Van Wassenhove, Murphy Lorraine Zegibe, Nelson Simon Jan
Vinikoor, Nikki, George & Buck Marion Young, Ollie Dr. & Mrs. William Nelson,
Pennie Elizabeth Matero, Pepi Lorraine Cuomo, Percy Bonnie Dayton, Phoebe
Rosemary McIntosh, Piper Foard family, Princess Kathryn Clarke, Pumin Collin
Zucker, Rambam Bergman Steve & Jil Schwartz, Rex Rosemarie Viggiano,
Rocky Kate Farrington, Rugby & Semper Boomer & Max, Sara, Lady & Shadow
Carol & Gil Silva, Scrappy, Daisy & Ben Lori Locke, Shelby Lisa Griffith, Shiloh
Diane Diamond, Skyler, Tristan & Clancy Regina Kirsh, Smokey Rosemarie
Salvo, Smokey Andrew Dettling, Snoopy Julia Renique, Socki & Ginger Dianne
Forcino, Spike Mr. & Mrs. R. Fastiggi, Squeaky, Lummy & Felix Nicholas &
Patricia Walsh, Sugar Myrna Bloom, Tommy Doris, Milt & Glenn Brynin, Trixie
Rebecca Delio, Tucker Walter Walsh, Waffles, Max & Spike Fred Branca, Wally
Pink on Palmer, Whiskey Faith Bowie, Whitey & Mr. Kitty Irene & Adam Palter,
Zeus & Ajax Cynthia Esteves
special gifts
Mia, beloved pet of Nancy Cullen (long time Pet Rescue
volunteer) and Al Mingrone, passed away on April 22nd.
All of us at Pet Rescue send Nancy & Al our condolences.
Of $500 and more:
We wanted to let you know that over the last few weeks,
Novak's condition continually worsened. We made the
difficult decision to let him be in peace. While we only
had him a short time, he was one of our family and very
much loved.
Dawn Oran & Bill O’Meara
Joe & Margaret Antalec, Oscar Burgos, Gretchen Hoffman & Bill Chudd,
Stephanie & Russell Deyo, Brad Golderg, Grateful Foundation, Michele &
Ross Greenburg, Phil and Mary Hogan, Mrs. Saul Horowitz, Jr., Spencer
& Taylor Lampert, Scott Letcher & Jeffrey Schoenfeld, Sally Maca, Mrs. &
Mrs. John Mannuzza, Beth & Mark McCabe, Dan & Amy Meisel, Stephanie & Mohan Nair, New York Football Giants, Cynthia Villani
Non-Profit Org.
U.S. Postage
PAID
White Plains, NY
Permit No. 513
PO Box 393
Larchmont, NY 10538
SAVE THE DATE
Sunday, Oct. 4th
Pet Rescue is partnering
with the New Rochelle Humane Society on a dog fair
& walkathon at Glen Island
Park in New Rochelle on
Sunday, October 4th.
If you would like to be an
event sponsor or take a
vendor table, please call
914-834-6955 and leave a
message for Judy. More
info to come.
Bo in his own words
So many exciting things have happened to me thanks to Pet Rescue. Best of all, they helped me to find my family….my mother, father and
white wire haired sister who was a rescue dog too. We all love each other very much and always find exciting things to do together like
running, hiking, playing in our stream, going for rides in the car and taking vacations.
About a year after I came here I began to think that there was something else I might like to do… find a job…something people-oriented
because that is my strong point (I cannot get enough attention). I talked to my mother about it and she suggested that we might look into a
Pet Therapy program. I agreed with her that it would be the perfect profession for me. We did some research and found out about the
Golden Outreach therapy group which operates out of the Briarcliff SPCA.
I was very excited on the day of my interview and made sure that my fur was brushed and that my nails were manicured. At the Briarcliff SPCA
we were greeted by some very kind women. They took me into a room and did all sorts of things with me…like making lots of loud noises,
walking by me with a zimmer frame, slamming doors, talking to me very close to my face and touching me all over. I showed them some of
my tricks too. The next thing I knew they were putting a pretty blue bandana around my neck, patting me on the head and congratulating
me on being accepted into their Golden Outreach program. YEA! I finally had a job!
It was even better when I actually got to go to work at Victoria Home in Ossining. I met some of the
people who worked there and one of them introduced me to lots of residents. They asked me if I would
come and visit them again. I agreed, so every Tuesday I would put on my blue bandana and then my
mother and I would go to Victoria Home.
I made lots of friends there. Some of them liked for me to visit them in their bedrooms. I liked that because
I could concentrate on one person at a time. They also liked to give me treats. I pretended to think the
treats came from them but I knew all along that my mother secretly gave my friends biscuits to hand to
me. That was okay. And it made it more fun for my friends to watch me smile and wag my tail when they
fed me. Sometimes, if they liked me a lot, I was allowed to sit on their beds with them. One woman
couldn’t sit up so I was able to lie down next to her and rest my head on her chest while she put her hand
on my head. I liked doing that a lot and I think she did too.
Each floor had a sunroom and lots of the people liked to play with me in there. They would have their
wheelchairs arranged in a circle and I would get to go from one to another and have my head patted. If
someone couldn’t reach me I was allowed to stand on my hind legs and rest my front paws on their laps.
This was a little more work for me because I am short and have stubby legs, but it was worth it because it
meant that I got more pats and more dog biscuits and most of all it seemed to make my friends very
happy to be able to touch me. I had so much fun with all my friends at Victoria Home.
Bo Fox, Briarcliff Manor