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PAUSE FOR PAWS Winter 2012 Volume 5 Issue 1

HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS On the left is Ivie with her new human brothers. They’re heading out on the first of many adventures together. On the right is Snowball, snuggling with her new human brother. Every boy (and girl) needs a dog. Both of these dogs were adopted in 2012 at APSRC adoption fairs at a local PETCO. We need volunteers like YOU to help us get more cats and dogs into forever homes. We’d love for you to come to an adoption event or a meeting. Call us at 791-4606 or check our website at www.apsrc.org for dates and times for meetings and adoption events.

Thanks to All Who’ve Donated or Provided Support Since Our Last Newsletter: Dena & Blair Harris

Hospice of Rockingham

Walmart

Aetna Foundation

Summit Pet Products

Nadine Cobb Tax & Accounting

Christi Stark

The Front Porch

Bonnie’s Rescue

Kathy Hawkins

Virginia McElroy

Linda Santell

Janice Moore

PETCO

Petsen$e

Tractor Supply

Patty Scott

Java House

Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith

Dorsey Kordick

Donations in Memory of From Pam & Terry McCollum in memory of Sam & in honor of Rocky & Max From Julie Singer in memory of Charlie & Phoebe From Robert & Debra Shearer in memory of Dorothy Shearer From Patricia Morris in memory of Callie the Corgi From Susan & Tim Mulhall in memory of Nancy Rogers From Susan Thomas in memory of Nancy Rogers From Tyler McElroy in memory of Nancy Rogers From Renee Poudrier in memory of Nancy Rogers From Patty Scott in memory of Nancy Rogers From Donald Frasca in memory of Smokey From Julie Swanner in memory of Hobie From Patty Scott in memory of Bo Doss

Donations in Honor of From George & Arletta Pyron in honor of Ashley Nicole Parham From Bonnie Dickinson (Bonnie’s Animal Rescue) in honor of Melissa Rogers

Thanks to Businesses who Permit Donation Containers for Food for Furry Friends  Avalon Salon  Madison Pawn

 Bob’s Restaurant  Madison Pharmacy

 Ernie’s Collectibles  Mom’s Kitchen

 BP - Madison  Santana’s

 The Drug Store  The Front Porch

A special thanks to those who have joined APSRC this year or renewed a membership If you are a member of our Yahoo group or our Facebook group please consider joining

Thanks to everyone for supporting the animals of Rockingham County!

___________________________________________________________________ APSRC Accomplishments in 2012 Thanks to the help of generous and compassionate donors and volunteers, APSRC has made a difference to Rockingham County’s companion animals this year. Through the middle of December, APSRC has accomplished the following:  Served as a member of the Advisory Board for the new Rockingham County Animal Shelter  Reached out to our community o 225 dogs/cats sponsored to rescue groups/saved from the county animal shelter  Helped families in need by providing: o Pet food – 16,822 pounds of kibble and 740 cans of dog and cat food o 1,557 pounds of cat litter o Spayed and neutered 117 pets and provided rabies shots o Provided 7 dog houses to dogs with no shelter o 10 medical bills paid o 5 kennels provided, 2 kennel repairs made o 12 adoption fairs attended

APSRC Wish List 

We need CASH DONATIONS to continue to assist pets in need! The prolonged economic downturn has been brutal on Rockingham County pets. Demand for assistance is up and donations are down. ************** Please open your heart and checkbook to help us help the animals! *************

 Dog houses, fencing and kennels to help improve the lives of dogs  Volunteers to assist with food deliveries  Volunteers to assist with adoption fairs  Pet food donations. We are particularly in need of cat food now. Please call us at 336-791-4606 or email us at [email protected] if you can help us. All donations are tax deductible.

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Rescued Dog's Christmas Poem ~ Author unknown 'Tis the night before Christmas and all through the town, every shelter is full - we are lost but not found, Our numbers are hung on our kennels so bare, we hope every minute that someone will care, They'll come to adopt us and give us the call, "Come here, Max and Sparkie - come fetch your new ball!!” But now we sit here and think of the days we were treated so fondly - we had cute, baby ways, Once we were little, then we grew and we grew - now we're no longer young and we're no longer new. So out the back door we were thrown like the trash, they reacted so quickly - why were they so rash? We "jump on the children”, "don't come when they call", we "bark when they leave us", “climb over the wall”. We should have been neutered, we should have been spayed, now we suffer the consequence of the errors THEY made. If only they'd trained us, if only we knew... we'd have done what they asked us and worshiped them, too. We were left in the backyard, or worse - let to roam - now we're tired and lonely and out of a home. They dropped us off here and they kissed us good-bye... "Maybe someone else will give you a try." So now here we are, all confused and alone... in a shelter with others who long for a home. The kind workers come through with a meal and a pat, with so many to care for, they can't stay to chat, They move to the next kennel, giving each of us cheer...we know that they wonder how long we'll be here. We lay down to sleep and sweet dreams fill our heads… of a home filled with love and our own cozy beds. Then we wake to see sad eyes, brimming with tears - our friends filled with emptiness, worry, and fear. If you can't adopt us and there's no room at the Inn - could you help with the bills and fill our food bin? We count on your kindness each day of the year - can you give more than hope to everyone here? Please make a donation to pay for the heat...and help get us something special to eat. The shelter that cares for us wants us to live, and more of us will, if more people will give. ________________________________________________________________________________________

Rockingham County Animal Shelter Spay and Neuter The Rockingham County Animal Shelter began its low cost spay/neuter program for the community at the beginning of the year and in October began another new program designed to offer free spay/neuter for low income residents who qualify. Already, over 200 animals have been spayed or neutered through this new effort. While the actual procedure is being done at no charge some additional costs were encountered, such as pain medication after the animals have been spayed or neutered and e-collars after the procedure, and would have to be paid for by the pet owner. Fortunately, a family who has been a great benefactor to the shelter since its inception has contributed a large sum of money to provide these things, along with rabies vaccinations, new transport crates and other necessities for this and other programs and activities of the Rockingham County Animal Shelter. Our group, and the entire community thanks you, Robert and Debra, for such generous efforts that will keep the shelter moving in a positive direction. PLEASE—SUPPORT THE ROCKINGHAM COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER by adopting and donating at: 250 Camp Cherokee Road, Reidsville, NC Phone: 336-394-0075, Web: http://www.rockinghamcountyanimalshelter.org Hours: M-F 12-5, Saturday 1-4, closed Sunday Petfinder link - http://www.petfinder.com/pet-search?shelterid=NC488 AND PLEASE, PLEASE, SPAY OR NEUTER YOUR PET!

Rockingham County Humane Society (RCHS) and Rockingham County Animal Shelter (RCAS) animals

PETCO ADOPTION Manny is a friendly 2 ¼ year old male who has been at FAIRS the shelter too long! Please take him home. He is at the RCHS at 205 Boone Rd in Eden. 336-623-4428.

PLEASE ADOPT!

Jackie is a female domestic medium hair 1½ year old very sweet girl who has been at the shelter since 11/08/2012. She is at RCAS. 336-394-0075

Zack is a well behaved and playful 1 year old Rat Terrier. He is at the RCHS in Eden. Call 336-623-4428.

! Lacy is a 2 ½ year old female Beagle who is extremely friendly, well behaved and intelligent. Please see her at RCHS in Eden. 336-623-4428

Conner is a 4 year old male Beagle who would look great under your tree. See him at RCAS. 336-394-0075

RCAS has Lydia, a ravishing 2 year old medium haired tortoiseshell on sale for $1 per pound. 336-394-0075

Cloud is a friendly and energetic 1 year old retriever mix with a great personality. He is at RCHS in Eden. 336-623-4428

Scrappy is an 8 month old male Beagle pup who thinks he’s faster than any reindeer. He is at RCAS. 394-0075

Maggie is a sweet and loving1 ½ year old Beagle/Pug mix. She is at RCHS in Eden. Call 336-623-4428

Bogie is a handsome 9 month old Shepherd mix who is well behaved and loving. He is at RCHS. 336-623-4428

Dino is a 6 year old domestic shorthair. He is at RCAS and on sale for $1 per pound. 394-0075

Inky is a 6 month old male Hound-Terrier mix who waiting for you at RCAS. 336-394-0075

With your tax-deductible donation, the APSRC can save animals and reduce animal suffering! Help us make a difference in Rockingham County. APSRC DONATION/MEMBERSHIP FORM The APSRC is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization. Name(s): Address: City:

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Donation: $ Please check if you would not like your donation to be published in our newsletters. □ Donate in memory or honor of a pet or friend you’d like to see mentioned in our next newsletter __________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ □ Please contact me about volunteering. Animal Protection Society of Rockingham County P.O. Box 13. Wentworth, NC 27375. Phone: 336-791-4606. E-mail: [email protected]. Web: www.apsrc.org Helping Hands Helping Paws Animal Protection Society of Rockingham County