Capital Area Humane Society E-News
February 2005

Welcome to the CAHS e-News, the monthly electronic newsletter of the Capital Area Humane Society

“We work diligently to enhance the quality of life in our community by promoting humane and beneficial relationships built on compassion, kindness and empathy.”
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Pet Supplies Plus and CAHS are Collaborating on the Hearts for Paws Campaign

Local Pet Supplies Plus stores and CAHS are working together to help raise money for animals in need with a new campaign, Hearts for Paws.

Visit your neighborhood Pet Supply Plus store or stop by CAHS and with your $1 donation you will have the opportunity to personalize a paper heart with your name or you pet’s name. The hearts will be displayed at all three participating Pet Supplies Plus stores at Morse Road in Gahanna, Lane Avenue in Upper Arlington, and Perimeter Loop in Dublin as well as at CAHS. The campaign ends February 20 so come out and show your support today.
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Puppy Love and Kitty Kisses at the CAHS February Open House

Do you need some puppy love or a kitty kiss this Valentine’s Day? Or do you have a special pet at home who you want to show how much you love them?

Don’t miss a special open house event on February 12 from 1 - 4 pm at the Capital Area Humane Society. Activities include exciting raffles, a puppy kissing booth, bake sale and spoil your pet toy sale.

All pets deserve a little pampering - learn how to give a pet massage and make nutritional pet treats. Local experts from PAWSitive Energy and Heidi's Homemade will show you how.

Select a valentine from our Tree of Love, and donate one of the wish list items on the back of each special pet valentine. Drop off your donated item in the big gift box and make a Valentine wish come true for one of our special animals.

Several of our very “special adoptables” will be at the event. Make sure to stop by and meet these wonderful animals with special needs looking for a special home.

If you are interested in adoption come meet your match with the help of our CAHS matchmaking experts that will be on hand to help you find your perfect canine or feline companion.
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Help Animals in Need: Consider Virtual Adoption

Are you unable to adopt a new pet into your home, but would like to help provide for homeless animals? Then become a virtual adopter. CAHS has created a new program to help benefit our needy animals. This program is designed for CAHS friends who want to help to support our adoption programs. By sponsoring one of the animals at CAHS, you will help support their needs while they await a permanent home. Your gift will benefit all of the animals as CAHS.

Each month we will feature a different animal through the virtual adoption program. When you virtually adopt an animal, the following month we will send you an email with an update on the animal you sponsored as well as a full-sized high-resolution photo. Click here to learn more about how to make a difference through the Virtual Adoption program.
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Save the Date: February Volunteer Orientation Saturday, Feb.5th

This month's volunteer orientation will be on Saturday, February 5 at 10:00 am in the upstairs hall of the Capital Area Humane Society. Orientation is meant to educate you and provide you an opportunity to learn more about ways to get involved and help animals.

Orientation lasts for roughly two hours and it is very important you be present for the session's entirety. There is no pre-registration required to attend. Simply come to the shelter and use the Bingo entrance located to the left of the main entrance.

For more information about volunteering and to make sure you meet CAHS requirements click here.

Hope to see you there!
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Third Annual Celebrity Chef to be held in March

Its coming fast so mark your calendars for the third annual Celebrity Chef Event. Join in the fun on Thursday, March 24 from 6 - 8:30 pm at the Blackwell.

Such Columbus area celebrities as Chris Bradley and Boswell will be dishing out their favorite recipes while you relax and get to taste their creations. Television personalities, restaurant owners, athletes, government leaders and those known for their publicized antics will be present. A silent auction and raffle will be held with great prizes. Complimentary valet parking will be provided.

Tickets are $25 for CAHS members, $30 in advance, $35 at the door, and patron tickets are available for $75. All funds raised will help to support the lifesaving efforts for our animals at CAHS.

For more information, click here. http://www.cahs-pets.org/get_involved/special_events.htm
To purchase tickets, click here. http://www.cahs-pets.org/get_involved/special_events.htm

We hope to see you there.
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Please forward the CAHS E-News to your friends and family!

If you’d like to become a CAHS member click here.
http://www.cahs-pets.org/get_involved/membership.htm
If you’d like to learn more about becoming a volunteer click here.
http://www.cahs-pets.org/get_involved/volunteer.htm
If you would like to donate to CAHS click here.
http://www.cahs-pets.org/get_involved/give.htm
To see items on our wish list or view our Target registry click here.
http://www.cahs-pets.org/get_involved/wish_list.htm
Click here to subscribe or unsubscribe to the CAHS e-news.
http://www.cahs-pets.org/email_newsletter/index.htm

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Copyright ©2004 Capital Area Humane Society. All rights reserved.
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Inside this issue:

Hearts for Paws Campaign
February Open House
Virtual Adoption
Volunteer Orientation
Celebrity Chef Event
Kiko’s Story

Kiko’s Story

When I met Kiko (a.k.a. Sparky) she immediately caught my eye with her unique spots and adorable face, but then I saw how sweet and loving she was she captured my heart! Even so, I wanted to make sure I adopted the "right" dog. I spent the next few months meeting and playing with other dogs at the shelter, but I was always thinking about Kiko. I was still hesitant though... what if she didn't get along with my other dog? I decided that if Kiko was still at CAHS when I returned from spending Christmas and New Year's in Chicago, she was meant to be part of my family and I would go ahead and apply for adoption. After my holiday travel I anxiously returned to the Capital Area Humane Society. I wasn't sure if Kiko would even be there, but I visited each room and as I did, I didn't see Kiko anywhere. I was afraid she was gone. Of course I would be happy if she was adopted, but on the other hand sad because it wouldn't be me adopting her. I continued on to the last room anyway. I slowly opened the door and peeked around the corner....there she was!!! I knew at that moment that she was the "one"! I immediately applied for adoption and I was approved that evening. Kiko came home with me the next day. I can't express how wonderful it is to have Kiko in our lives. Thank you!!!!

FYI - Kiko means spot in Hawaiian.

Learn more about other CAHS Alums by visiting the “Success Stories” photo album at www.cahs-pets.org.

 

Have you seen us lately?

Check out our new website. It's full of useful information ranging from selecting the right pet for your family and attending dog & puppy training classes, to how you can help CAHS through volunteer opportunities.

www.cahs-pets.org