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Animals know no boundaries. Their needs are the same
wherever they live.
IMPORTANT!!!!!!
PLEASE DO NOT THROW SCRAPS OF FOOD TO
THE ANIMALS AT THE SHELTER.
ONE OF THE DOGS GOT A BONE AND WAS VERY
SICK.
WE APPRECIATE THAT PEOPLE ARE
TRYING TO BE KIND TO THE ANIMALS BUT SCRAPS, PARTICULARLY BONES, CAN MAKE THEM
VERY ILL.
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CAN YOU
HELP?
Christy
has suggested we put a float in the Rum Runners parade in Crowsnest Pass on July
19. Her dad will provide a truck and trailer. Could you help to
decorate the float on July 17/18? Christy would really appreciate your
help!!!
If you can
spare some time, call Christy on 627 5191.
Thank you
- this could be a great fundraiser.
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GARAGE
SALE
JULY 26
8.30 -
11.30
AT CUTZ
4 MUTZ
695B
CHARLOTTE STREET, PINCHER CREEK
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ARE YOU AN
ARCHITECT OR DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO IS?
WOULD
SOMEONE OUT THERE BE PREPARED TO HELP US DRAW UP PLANS FOR OUR NEW BUILDING?
WE
DESPERATELY NEED PROFESSIONAL PLANS AT A REASONABLE COST AND WOULD BE VERY
GRATEFUL IF SOMEONE COULD HELP US OUT. ANY DONATION WOULD RECEIVE A
CHARITY RECEIPT FOR INCOME TAX PURPOSES.
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PIE EATING CONTEST
COME TO THE CO-OP MALL
SATURDAY MAY 31
AT 1.30
AND CHEER FOR RICHARD
The Co-op has challenged organisations in town to take part in this contest.
The winner will get $250 for their organisation.
Richard has volunteered to represent the
Pincher Creek Humane Society/SPCA.
COME AND SUPPORT RICHARD
CONGRATULATIONS, RICHARD!
Ready, steady, go!
Second pie nearly gone!
The winner of the first heat.
The final begins!
Third pie finished!
The winner!!!!!!
Receiving a cheque for $250 for the SPCA.
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WE MADE
OVER $3000 ON THE SPONSORED DOG WALK - THE BEST EVER! THANKS TO EVERYONE WHO
SPONSORED THE EVENT AND THE PARTICIPANTS. THE ANIMALS CERTAINLY APPRECIATE
YOUR EFFORTS!
TAKE A
LOOK AT THE PICTURES ON THE DOG WALK PAGE!
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STOLEN!!!!
This dog was brought to the shelter by the
bylaw officer on 30 April. She was the responsibility of bylaw enforcement
because she was picked up at Canyon School. Some time overnight she was
stolen from the shelter. A gate was damaged in the process. The
matter is now in the hands of the RCMP because this was theft and criminal
damage to property as well as trespass. The Board of Directors will not
tolerate such actions and will press charges against anyone entering the shelter
without permission and removing an animal. If you know this dog or its
whereabouts please contact the RCMP or the shelter. Thank you.
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GRACE
At the Shelter we have to deal with some
horrific cases. The worst to date is Grace. On April 3 an RCMP
officer arrived with a dog she had found by the highway that was in very bad
shape. She had a huge sore on her back. She went straight to the vet
and Dr Erin Zachar treated her. When Erin shaved her she found numerous
abscesses. Grace had been badly injured some time ago, perhaps by an
eagle. She is about five years old. Not only that but she had had a
broken leg in the past that hadn't been treated. She had a growth on her
eye which Erin removed. Grace was extremely malnourished - she was about
12 lbs underweight and her ribs were protruding. Erin inserted eight
drains in her sides and back. Grace endured all this with only a mild
sedative. When I saw her I was horrified that anyone could allow an animal
to be neglected so badly. Would it have been kinder to have her put down?
As I was thinking this Grace looked at me and wagged her tail. I knew we
couldn't care for her properly at the shelter. Erin agreed to keep her
overnight so I, and other people, got on the phone. Who would take her
until she got better? I had dealt with a wonderful lady from Okotoks Pound
Rescue in the past and she immediately agreed to care for Grace. On April
4 we took her to Okotoks along with all her medications and handed her over.
Grace was stoic throughout and although she must have been very uncomfortable
and in pain, she never made a sound, just looked at us with her big brown eyes
as if to say "thank you".
Grace is lucky. A kind-hearted
person picked her up, another spent hours repairing the damage and another
agreed to care for her. Thank you to all the people who showed kindness to
Grace. She will be placed in foster care then go to her forever home, no
longer having to worry about dangers or where her next meal will come from.
These pictures are a bit shocking.
Grace after her treatment
Grace leaving the vet's
Grace eating a bone at the SPCA
Grace settled well in Okotoks. Our
first estimation of her age was way out - she is about ten years old. She
has arthritis and may be diabetic. Her drains have been removed and she is
happy in Okotoks. Her carer says she is a most gentle dog and is a
pleasure to have around. She will recieve the best of care - the least we
can do after what she has been through.
Watch this space for updates -
Grace will be a lovely dog!!!!
Thank you to the Southern Alberta
Working Herding Dog Association for your generous donation of 4 cat-sized
crates. They are greatly appreciated.
Thank you to Home Hardware, Pincher
Creek for cutting our keys.
The Silver Reins Light Horse Club donated
cash and dog and cat food to the Pincher Creek Shelter.
Thank you to all who helped. Here are
three of the girls with Elroy, the puppy.
WISH LIST
Bleach
Cat litter
Toilet tissue
Paper towels
Laundry detergent
Garbage bags
Disposable gloves
Rubber gloves
Batteries
Office supplies –
Printer paper, pens, tape, etc.
Cat toys (washable)
Dog toys (washable
and indestructible!)
Puppy/dog food
Kitten/cat food
Dog/cat treats
Animal carriers
(used or new)
Dog/cat dishes
Collars, leashes for
cats and dogs (used or new)
Blankets for bedding
(used or new, easily washable)
Towels (used or new)
Mops, brooms
Bleach, bleach and
more bleach!!!
Certain items you no
longer need, such as pet carriers/crates, leashes, collars, etc. would be very
welcome. Blankets and towels that you have replaced at home and can be washed
easily are also needed. (Please, no quilts as the dogs tend to shred these!)
THANK YOU FOR YOUR
SUPPORT
Special thanks to David Glen
who generously framed a picture for our forthcoming raffle.
There are many "Happy Endings" at
the SPCA shelter but the volunteers have to deal with some heartbreaking
situations. Here are two such cases that occurred on consecutive days.
ABANDONED
This dog was found on September 3
(Labour Day) tied to the fence of the Town Yard near the shelter. He was
in full sun without food, water or shade. He was wearing a choke collar
and could easily have strangled himself. He was very frightened (see how
his tail is between his legs) and demonstrated this by appearing to be
aggressive. When anyone approached he growled and raised his hackles.
I spoke to him gently and eventually he let me get close enough to give him food
and water. I sat on the ground near him, talking to him and gradually
gained his confidence. He licked my hand and let me stroke him. We
sat for some time then he let me untie his leash and I took him to the shelter.
He is very friendly and gentle although still wary of sudden noises or movements
- NOT SURPRISING, EH?
This was a cowardly act of cruelty
to abandon this dog in such a way. For those people who do not have the
courage to hand in their animal (and for the kind people who may rescue an
animal while the shelter is unattended) there is a cage outside the office which
provides shelter.
This poor dog was found on
Schofield Street in an appalling condition. She was emaciated and
absolutely covered with fleas and flea eggs. She was in such distress that
she was bleeding from flea bites and from scratching herself. She was
picked up by a volunteer and brought to the shelter where she was fed and bathed
and treated for fleas. She is a very gentle creature and not very old
although she appears to have had puppies in the past. We believe she was
abandoned in town.
A huge
thank you to Wal*Mart who presented the Pincher Creek Humane Society/SPCA with a cheque for $4,000 at their
Grand Opening in Pincher Creek on January 24th, 2007. This wonderful gesture is
greatly appreciated by everyone connected with our shelter - and, of course, by
the animals it will go towards helping find a better life.
Half of
this money will go towards essential repairs to the building and the rest will
go towards the refunds for spay/neuter of animals adopted from the shelter.
Thank
you to Lundbreck Furniture Store who donated a new bar fridge to the shelter.
A fridge is essential for keeping food fresh and for medications.
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FREE
CAT REGISTRATION
To ensure
that your cat is returned to you if caught by Animal Control, come into the
Shelter or go to the vet's office and pick up a free registration form.
We are a volunteer, non-profit organization located in Pincher
Creek, Alberta. We are a member of the Alberta Society for the Prevention of
Cruelty to Animals (S.P.C.A.). Our mission is to find loving homes and ensure a
safe environment for lost, unwanted or abused animals. Our main goal is to
ensure that physical and emotional needs are met for all of our animals. Our
shelter for homeless cats, dogs and other small pets is a no-kill*
facility. We strive to find loving homes for all of our four legged friends!
*Unfortunately there are rare
occasions when it is necessary to euthanise an animal. This only occurs
after all avenues have been explored. Cases when this is necessary are if
an animal is sick or injured beyond veterinary help or proves to be unadoptable
due to excessive aggressive behaviour, either towards people or other animals.
Euthanisation is carried out upon consultation with and by a qualified
veterinarian and the decision is never taken lightly.
Our Mission
It is the aim of the Pincher Creek Humane Society to place all animals that
come into our care in suitable homes where they will be well looked after and
happy.
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