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www.clintoncountyspca.org
[email protected]
CLINTON COUNTY S.P.C.A
33 Mill Hill Road, Lock Haven, PA
570-748-4756
Summer Happenings at the Shelter
Animal Spotlight
Release the Beast Walking Program
In its second year, the Release the Beast Walking Program pairs community
volunteers with shelter dogs. The group meets once a week for a community
walk. This allows the shelter dogs to get exercise and interact with other dogs
and people. With your help, these dogs will become better socialized, more
manageable, and more likely to be adopted. In turn, the volunteers meet some
pretty awesome dogs, make new friends and get some exercise themselves.
The Feline Ambassador Program
New to the shelter this year is the Feline Ambassador Program. Clinton
County SPCA staff and volunteers regularly visit area nursing homes with
some very special felines! The cats - "Carl" and "Betty" - have a pretty good
time visiting with the residents and they bring a lot of smiles to all of the people they visit with.
Chica
Spayed Female, current on
shots and
microchipped
The Clinton County SPCA Animal Sponsorship Program
From the time an animal enters the Clinton County SPCA until the time it is
ready for adoption, a good deal of money is spent on veterinary costs: spays,
neuters, tests and vaccinations. We typically spend an average of $140 on each
cat, and an average of $275 on each dog. In some cases, the cost is much more.
By sponsoring an animal you can help offset the veterinary expenses for an animal of your choice. These funds will be used expressly for medical costs – not
toward the adoption fee.
When you sponsor an animal you will receive weekly updates and pictures via
email while the animal is here at the SPCA until the time the animal is adopted.
Our goal is to receive a number of sponsors for each of our animals. This will
help reduce the tens of thousands of dollars that we spend every year on costly,
yet necessary, medical fees.
This is a one time payment of either $20 to sponsor a cat, or $30 to sponsor a
dog. These are the minimum amounts, but donating more than that amount is
permissible and would, of course, be greatly appreciated!
The Inaugural YMCA/CCSPCA Dodgeball Tournament
Sarah
Spayed Female, current on
shots and
microchipped
Dudley
Neutered male, current on
shots and
microchipped
Shelter Wish List
On April 10th, the shelter partnered with the Lock Haven Area YMCA for the
1st annual adult, co-ed Dodgeball Tournament fundraiser. Five teams joined
in the fun! The teams played a round robin, best of 7 games, bracketed event.
Congratulations to Team RCC Fireballs for winning the tournament!
 Diamond Lamb &
Rice Dog Food
 Purina Indoor Cat
Food
 Non –clumping Cat
Litter
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From the Desk of the Clinton County Humane Officer, Kevin Cierpilowski:
For this first installment in Paw Prints I thought it would be good to explain the role of a Humane
Society Police Officer at the SPCA and throughout the communities of Clinton County. Our duty is to
enforce the portion of Pennsylvania Criminal Law known as Title 18 Section 5511. These are the laws that
attempt to prevent animal cruelty.
With regards to these 5511 laws, Humane Officers have the ability to initiate criminal proceedings
(issue citations) and obtain search and seizure warrants as well as arrest warrants. Though employed by the
SPCA, training and certification is done through the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture.
Our office receives three or four calls each week. In 2015 we investigated 173 reports of abuse or
neglect. 2016 is following at about the same pace with 71 investigations as of June 1st.
The well-being of an animal is always the primary goal. Often, simply educating a pet owner can
resolve a problem. Other times, it is necessary to inform the pet owner that certain standards of care are
required by law. The majority of the time, pet owners see that it is much less costly and troublesome to
comply with the law (and take proper care of their animal) rather than to receive a citation and pay a fine.
Please report animal neglect or abuse to the Clinton County SPCA. You can call: (570) 748 – 4756.
Or email [email protected]. We are required to keep your name confidential.
Thank you.
Kevin Cierpilowski
HSPO Clinton County SPCA
TNR Report 2016
Spring is here and so are the kittens and pregnant cats. We have been trapping since January due to
the soft winter. A good thing and a bad thing. The warm winter has allowed the cats to come into heat early.
So far this year our volunteers have trapped 210 cats. 210 cats spay/neutered.
Without this program the overpopulation increases by leaps and bounds. Their life becomes harder,
the caregivers have the burden of providing more food which puts a dent in the family budget. In our third
year CCSPCA-TNR has spay/neutered over 1,100 cats in Clinton County. We spend $55.00 on each cat
which includes a Rabies vaccination.
A food drive was held to collect and distribute dry food to the caregivers feeding over 8 cats. The
response was overwhelming and yielded over 500 pounds of dry food.
A Vera Bradley Bingo event was held in March to raise funds. The event was a great success filling
the Elks to full capacity. We raised over 12,500.00. We helped two other local organizations (Lock Haven
Elks & Leo-Only) by splitting the profits with them. Local helping local to continue all the good work that
benefits Clinton County.
Please remember this is a community problem and we need community support by adding more volunteers to help trap and transport, or a donation of dry adult and kitten food. Attend a monthly meeting to
find out what we are all about. For more information, please call the shelter at 570-748-4756.
Sandy Considine
TNR Coordinator
Great opportunities to help others seldom come, but small ones surround us every day.
Sally Koch
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Upcoming Events
2017 Pet Calendar Contest—This August we will start accepting your pet photos for the Calendar Contest.
The winners will appear in the 2017 CCSPCA Pet Calendar. In August, you can drop your photos off at the
shelter or email them to us. Please include your name, your pet’s name and your phone number and
address!
Labor Day Regatta - Visit us at the Labor Day Regatta in September! It will be the first voting day for the
Pet Calendar Contest!
CCSPCA Pet Extravaganza—Always held on the first Sunday in October, this year’s event is scheduled for
October 2nd at Riverview Park. Events will include the ever popular Doggie Olympics, Paw Print Art, Pet
Kissing Booth and the Blessing of the Pets.
Calling all Vendors!
The shelter would like to invite local vendors to participate in the Pet Extravaganza. There is no fee to set up
a booth. Please contact the shelter if you would like to reserve a spot!
Memorials
Caroline Eisemann
Kayle Aungst
Raychel Kinley
Dennis McMann
Lynn Curtin
Brent & Lisa May
Hershell & Margaret Andrews
Joan Wood Hodge
James Bergey
Sherry Dugan
Clinton County Arts Council
Ralph and Caroline Lightner
Marsha McGinnis
Bets and Les Klechner
Steph and Joe Waltz
David Rockey
Robert Parks
Jacque Bryerton
Eleanor Hutsky
Sharon Fuge
Marion Grange
Brenda Bryerton
James E. Long and Marilyn Jane Long
Kimberly Best
Joyce Montarsi
Gisele Montarsi
Wendy Stiver
Carol and Charles Muthler
Karen Davis
Janice M. Kesterson
Lynne E. Curtin
Darin and Tammy Nobles
Carl and Linda Morton
Maggie and Zach
Sharon Harris
Donald and Mary Stringfellow
Deb Myers
Robert and Connie Stevens
Bob and Connie Myers
Glenn and Jean Miller
Martha Hamberger
Ann Hamberger
Parents of David and Ruth Kramer and the Memory
of Past Pets
David and Ruth Kramer
George Eldred
Lori Fisher
Pauline Peters
Rodney and Mary Weaver
James Raab
James and Rita Stabley
Glenn Andrews
Susan and William Young
Anna Shirk
Jay and Diane Frazier
Ken Rupert
Albert Reis
Bob and Connie Stevens
Ken and Karen Shadle
Rich and Judy Dick
Dale Snively
Marie Welch III
Georgie “Nan” Harris
Anonymous
Diane M.
Catherine Ohlum
John and Margorie Grotzinger
“One to Many”
Donald Wagner
The Miller, Kimble and Bason Families
Shirley Cooper
Sylvia Nyman
Deanne Weaver
S. Wade Judy
Jack and Joann Rishel
Steve Thompson
Thelma Eggler
Swissdale UMC
James and Jean Heck
Albert Richard Thorson
Doris Thorsoon
Arthur and Donna Probst, Sr.
Carleen and James Leone
Nancy Marinar
Marilyn Lopes
Nancy Lippert
Debra Miller
Donald Wagner
Susan and William Kreidler
Carolyn Carl
Germaine Weaver
Ipad Club with Judy Yoho
Alice and Bruce Bryerton
John and Margorie Grotzinger
Joyce Remmick
Bob and Connie Stevens
Dolly and Ruby Allison
Ellen Campbell
Amber and Shasta
David and Linda Russo
Chester, Lily, Baby Girl Kleinle
Mark and Cindy Kleinle
Toby
Jean
Maddy
Marie Welch
Samantha, Shelly, Star, Cassie and Rose
Donald and Mary Stringfellow
Luna
Laura Lee
Cinder and Cat
Darlene Thomas
Valdimir
Luke and Nancy Heilman
Scooter, Shadow, Buddy and Deogie
Bernie and Janet Zbicki
KeKe Kinley
Ellen Campbell
Carol and Dallas Kinley
Patches Shultz
Catherine Shaw
In Honor of
Matt and Chrissy Wise
John and Sylvia Meyers
David Kuehle, worthy Patron of Ivanhoe#28
Order of Eastern Star
Membership Form
Name:
www.clintoncountyspca.org
[email protected]
Address:
33 Mill Hill Road
Lock Haven, PA 17745
Student Membership ($5.00)
Regular Membership ($ 10.00)
Special Membership ($25 - $99)
Lifetime Membership ($100.00)
Centurion Club ($101-$499)
500 Club ($500.00)
Memorial Gift
Spay/Neuter Fund
Other Contribution
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Zip:
If you would like a membership card, please enclose
a self-addressed stamped envelope, or you may pick
up a card at the SPCA Shelter.
Please consider including the Clinton County SPCA
in your Will.
TOTAL AMOUNT ENCLOSED ____________
SHELTER HOURS
Monday - Friday
Noon - 7 p.m.
Saturday
Noon - 6 p.m.
Closed:
Sunday & Holidays
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Clinton County SPCA
33 Mill Hill Road
Lock Haven, PA 17745
BOARDING RATES
BOARDING KENNEL HOURS
Dogs - $11.00/day
Cats—$9.00/day
Monday–Saturday
9-11 a.m. & 3-6 p.m.
Nonprofit Org.
U.S. POSTAGE
PAID
PERMIT NO. 7