The Crossroads Connection Volume 16 No. 1 Spring/Summer 2015 Last autumn we proposed a lofty fund raising goal of $28,000 to extend the roof of the shelter outdoor kennel area to protect the dogs from inclement elements and to simplify maintenance. Thanks to so many generous donors, we far exceeded our goal and the entire project is already completed. Special thanks to Ed Mader and his crew from Commercial Construction of MN for their expert and thoughtful workmanship, with minimal disruption for the staff and care of the animals. We want to share our success with everyone by having an open house on Sunday, June 14th from 12 – 2 pm. Please come to see our new roof and join us for hot dogs and beverages. In addition, that same day we will be offering microchipping of family pets...dogs and cats...for the low fee of only $20. Please notedogs must be on a leash and cats in carrying crates. Please call if questions: 763-684-1234. Board of Directors Amy Flakne John Wisecarver Janet Watson Stephanie Wisecarver President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Amy Flakne Volunteer Coordinator Laureen Bodin Mary Bowels Director Director 3rdAnnual “Going to the Dogs” Charity Golf Scramble 14th Annual Dinner for the Dogs (and Cats, Too!) The 14th Annual Dinner for the Dogs (and Cats, Too!) was held on Saturday, April 25th at the Buffalo Civic Center. 133 of our faithful supporters came together for our traditional evening of games, story telling and huge silent and live auctions. The event raised $10,400 to benefit the homeless dogs and cats who call Crossroads their temporary home. The annual contributions of two incredibly gorgeous handmade queen size quilts from Judy Hidde and Karen Lucht brought $700 on the live auction alone! Our grateful thanks seems understated! Next year’s dinner event will be on Saturday April 30th at the same location. Save the date! 2015 Volunteer of the Year Webster’s definition of superlative is surpassing all others, and the synonym is incomparable. Both those words describe our 2015 volunteer of the year, Susan Brouse. Whether miles driven, errands done, yards of fabric purchased donated, cut and delivered, thank you receipts written and mailed, liaisons made with other rescue groups, fund raising events arranged and attended, volunteer orientations and tours conducted, cage sponsorships maintained, and many hours of assistance at the shelter during adoption hours, Susan surpasses all others. It is safe to say Susan is the only person who chose to retire from her real job and to purchase a new van to enhance her ability to be more readily available to maintain her commitment to Crossroads Animal Shelter and the homeless animals. For the past eleven years Susan has been the very committed and caring owner of her purrfect feline companion, Luna. Back in 2004 Susan agreed to foster Luna who was poorly tolerating shelter life for almost two years. Susan quickly fell in love and adopted Luna. Luna has had health issues over the years and once again Susan’s dedication to her beloved companion is unsurpassed. We hope Susan’s efforts on behalf of homeless animals everywhere continues indefinitely and we thank her immensely. Special thanks to Marty Ferguson and his crew at FS3, Inc in Annandale for organizing this golf event to benefit three local animal shelters. Last year we received $3,000 from this event. Wednesday, June 24th Shot gun start at 11 am (Registration at 10 am) Contact 320-274-7223 Whispering Pines Golf Course 8713 70th St, Annandale, MN (near Hwy 55 and County Rd 6) Followed by dinner and drinks at FS3 headquarters. Non golfers welcome for dinner and drinks. Early Spaying Reduces the Risk Spaying puppies before their first heat cycle, which occurs at about six months of age, cuts their risk for developing mammary cancer by half. Middle-aged or older, unspayed female dogs – and those spayed after age two – are most at risk, so it’s important to routinely check for small lumps on the abdomen and consult your dog’s veterinarian if you find any. Multiple mammary tumors are common and can be different types with different outcomes. If malignant, the tumors can grow quickly and spread to other mammary glands, lymph nodes and lungs. The type of tumor, size and severity affect prognosis, as does the extent of it spreading. Veterinarians usually recommend surgery, but follow-up studies of dogs who have had a complete mastectomy found a high incidence of recurrence and metastatic disease. Fund Raising Update 2014 Craft Shows/Merchandise Counter Coin Jars Christmas Appeal Meat Raffles Cage Sponsorships Photos with Santa Aluminum Can Recycle $17,300 $10,156 $3,060 $1,650 $3,360 $2,450 $184 2015 Blizzard of a Garage Sale $3,700 Dinner for the Dogs (and Cats, Too!) $10,400 2 CROSSROADS CONTRIBUTORS April 2014-March 2015 Special thanks to all the generous financial contributors who have supported and strengthened us. 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Bern Williams Tail Waggin’ Tales to Share . . . In September 2014 we received a very personable pastel torti female who appeared to have old healed deformities. Both the shoulder and leg disabilities were on her right side, hence her affectionate name of Righty. We felt strongly that she was in no pain and the vet exam suggested nothing to the contrary. After four months Righty was adopted and returned. Over the next few weeks it seemed to us that her leg condition was deteriorating and we decided upon amputation. Rightly had her surgery mid March and after only a few days of pain pills she was out and about and healing rapidly. Her incision healed perfectly and she actually removed her own sutures, about one a day until done! The best part of this tale if that Rightly has now been adopted by a lady who came all the way from Redwood Falls three times to make her choice of just the right cat! An adorable Silky Terrier, Katie, was a stray impounded last October 2014 and never claimed by her owners. She was readily adopted in less than a month, but four short months later we received word that the new owners needed to return her because she is now diabetic! Of course we took her back. The prescribed insulin as well as proper food was obtained and we began treatment immediately. Our amazing staff was 100% successful in stabilizing her condition quickly. The challenge now was to find Katie a new home. Our dear friends Audrey and Leo, after loosing their beloved 16-year-old diabetic Westhighland Terrier, stepped forward and adopted Katie. Many thanks to Audrey and Leo! Trooper was born last May 2014 in our care. Trooper grew up with the unfortunate and troubling diagnosis of inflammatory bowel disease. We struggled with medications and dietary challenges for eight to nine months. Nothing worked. The diarrhea was overwhelming. This condition is parallel to Crohn’s disease in humans. One day we had the right conversation with the right veterinary professional who suggested a trial of a new soy based cat food. The results have been nothing short of a miracle cure – albeit pricey. Trooper looks and obviously feels much better and remains with us to today waiting for his new understanding owners. 2014 was a record setting year with three heartworm positive dogs. The first was Frankie, a middle aged Pointer Hound mix, dropped off in our outdoor kennel at the shelter last July. He was incredibly thin and seemed less than energetic or healthly. The heartworm treatment protocol has changed over the years, now taking longer and resulting in far fewer symptoms of discomfort and illness for the dog. Frankie thrived under our TLC, despite the huge challenge of his lack of appetite and failure to gain weight. By November Frankie’s treatment was completed, he went from 45 pounds to 63 pounds. He is now heartworm negative!! In mid November our next two heartworm positive dogs came to us as strays. First Gabby, an adorable personable little red female of a questionable mix and Slim, a gorgeous very thin purebred male black lab. We were incredibly fortunate to find remarkable foster homes for both. The foster homes gave their medications, took them to their vet appointments and kept us informed of how well they were doing as well as what wonderful dogs they both were. They both tolerated the three-month protocol very well with literally no side effects. On April 4th Slim’s foster family officially adopted him… now named Apollo. Kevin tells us “Apollo loves the kids, spending time with Bella (a Golden Doodle), chasing squirrels and napping on the couch. Thank you for letting us bring him into our family.” Gabby spent her last month of treatment with us at the shelter. Within days of being available for adoption she found her forever home who shared with us immediately that “Gabby is now Dottie. She is an angel. So sweet, smart, well behaved, calm and welltrained. This is our second dog as well as our cat from Crossroads Animal Shelter and the way you care for them and truly know them is fantastic.” Truly a successful happy ending. 5 NONPROFIT ORG. US POSTAGE PAID BUFFALO, MN PERMIT NO. 48 S P R I N G / S U M M E R 2800 10th St. SE Buffalo, MN 55313 763-684-1234 [email protected] www.crossroadsshelter.org A non-profit organization Join us on Facebook! Return Service Requested 2 0 1 5 MEMBERS: All memberships are non-voting. 2015 Upcoming Events __Regular—$25/Yr. __Annual Pledge $ __Business—$50/Yr. __Additional Donation $ Name: Street Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: E-mail: 2016 • Mar 25-26 Blizzard of a Garage Sale, Buffalo • April 30 Dinner for the Dogs 2016, Buffalo Civic Center All memberships are renewable annually in January. Return to: Crossroads Animal Shelter, 2800 10th St. SE, Buffalo MN 55313 • May 23 • July 4 • Aug 15 • Sep 5 • Nov 21-22 • Nov 21-22 Swappers Meet, rural South Haven Swappers Meet, rural South Haven Craft Show, Downtown Buffalo Swappers Meet, rural South Haven Photos w/Santa, Rockford Township Hall Mpls Kennel Club, Canterbury Park MISSION STATEMENT: Crossroads Animal Shelter provides a comprehensive and compassionate service to the people of the Wright County area through protection, care, shelter, placement, and education for the dignity and well-being of all animals. Crossroads Animal Shelter is a Wish List • 8 1/2 x 11 copy paper • Small Milk bones • Kitty Litter • Liquid Tide High Efficiency • Paper Towels • Bleach • First Class Stamps • Pine-Sol • Low Fat Yogurt 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. All contributions are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law Spay and Neuter FACT- Two unaltered dogs and their descendants can produce as many as 4,372 in just 7 years. FACT- Crossroads will reimburse $20 for any Wright County dog or cat you have sterilized. Call 763-684-1234 for details. 2015 Shelter Statistics As of 4-30-15 Incoming Adopted Euthanized Died Returned to Owner January 21 22 1 7 February 20 8 3 5 March 26 15 2 14 April 25 14 1 7 TOTAL 92 59 7 33
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