Brown County Humane Society
The mission of the Brown County Humane Society is the protection
and welfare of animals through education, sanctuary, adoption and
promotion of responsible pet ownership.
BCHS Newsletter—December 2016
Betty Torgerson, Editor
Your Pet’s Last Will & Testament
Before humans die, they write their last will and testament, give their home and
all they have to those they leave behind. If, with my paws, I could do the same,
this is what I’d ask…
To a poor and lonely stray I’d give my happy home; my bowl and cozy bed, soft
pillow and all my toys; the lap, which I loved so much; the hand that stroked my
fur; and the sweet voice that spoke my name.
I’d will to the sad, scared shelter dog or cat the place I had in my human’s loving
heart, of which there seemed no bounds.
So, when I die, please do not say, “I will never have a pet again, for the loss and
pain is more than I can stand.”
Instead, go find an unloved shelter dog or cat, one whose life has held no joy or
hope, and give my place to him/her.
This is the only thing I can give…
The love I left behind.
BOARD MEMBERS:
Gerald Woodley, Chair
Teresa Grams, President
Lynn Martinka, Vice President
Nicole Norcutt, Secretary
Dani Bohm-Gulden, Treasurer
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Amy Bloebel
Glenn Huhn
Catherine Job
Cara Knauf
Sharon Mace
Shiloy Reinhart
Thanks to people like you, hundreds of animals’ lives will be saved during the coming
winter because you cared enough to provide food, shelter, medical care and loving
tender hand to comfort and encourage them and give them hope while they wait for
their new homes. You did this through your gift to the Brown County Humane Society.
We not only provide the needed care for lost and abandoned animals, but do our best
to find them new “forever” loving homes. We also educate the new owners about
needed and humane care for their new family members.
Please consider a membership, a year-end donation or both to continue efforts to
help our lost and abandoned animals. Send donations to 1301 South Valley Street,
New Ulm, MN 56073 or call at 507-359-2312 for further information.
Together, we make a huge difference in the lives of these animals. THANK YOU for
joining with us in these efforts. We cannot do it without YOU. You are the real heroes
who give life to countless animals each year.
From all of our volunteers and the Board of Directors, again, we Thank You.
Did you know…..
There are approximately 68 million dogs in the United States.
36% of homes have dogs.
70% of people sign their pet’s name on greeting cards.
More than 5 million puppies are born every year in the U.S.A.
Puppies are born blind deaf and toothless.
The Greyhound is the fastest dog on earth running 45 mph.
The Great Dane is the tallest dog breed.
The Irish Wolfhound is the largest dog breed.
The St. Bernard is the heaviest dog breed.
Two dogs survived the sinking of the Titanic.
Dogs are mentioned 14 times in the bible.
Dogs sweat through the pads of their feet.
Dogs can hear sounds 250 yards away.
Dogs have a visual range of 250 degrees compared to 180 in humans.
Dalmation puppies are born pure white and grow spots as they grow.
Warm weather is over for this year. Can you imagine
what it must be like during a Minnesota winter for the
many animals that have been abandoned or otherwise
find themselves without a warm home, lying cold and
shivering in the snow, foraging for scraps of food, and
perhaps drying without any possibility of comfort.
Interesting Cat Facts:
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There are over 500 million domestic cats in the world.
405 pets and
Cats sleep an average of 13 to 14 hours a day.
people have
Cat’s night vision is 6 times better than humans.
rescued each
Cats have excellent hearing and a powerful sense of smell.
On average, cats live for around 12 to 15 years.
other through
Calico cats are almost always female.
BCHS so far
Cats only sweat through their paws.
this year.
Cats have more than 100 vocal sounds.
Cats knead with their paws when they are happy.
Most cats are lactose intolerant and should not be given cow’s
milk.
Cats are good for your health. Cat owners have a lower risk of cardio-vascular
disease.
Elderly cat owners suffer less from depression and loneliness.
Source is from the Internet
SPAY AND NEUTER YOUR PETS
Each day 10,000 humans are born in the U.S. and each day 70,000 puppies
and kittens are born. As long as these birth rates exist, there will never be
enough homes for all these animals. As a result, every year 4 to 6 million
animals are euthanized because there are no homes for them. Therefore,
the BCHS strongly encourage you to spay and neuter your pets so we can
control the number of unwanted and abandoned animals.
LOOK FOR YOUR MEMBERSHIP MATERIALS IN EARLY JANUARY.
Come Visit Us During Open Adoption
Hours on Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Brown County Humane Society
P. O. Box 512
1301 South Valley Street
New Ulm, MN 56073
Phone: 507-359-2312
(please leave message)
E-mail: [email protected]
Get Involved!!
New Ulm, MN 56073
1301 South Valley Street
P. O. Box 512
Brown County Humane Society