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Page 1: The Pet Press Winter 2015

The Pet PressThe Magazine for Pet Lovers, Compliments of SafeHaven Humane Society

Winter 2015

Happy Holidays

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The Pet Press • Winter 2015 www.safehavenhumane.org2

Executive Director Focus

Chris Storm Executive Director

Dear Friends:

On Behalf of the animals:

This issue of the Pet Press our theme is “Commitment to Compassion” and I do not think there is any better description than those three words when you talk about SafeHaven Humane Society. Each day the staff, volunteers, donors, and our Board of Directors strive to make the world a kinder place for animals. Compassion drives and guides us at SafeHaven. Our mission is not only to save animals but also to inspire compassion in others. Compassion is a gift that each of us can choose to embrace and share each day, and I’ve found that the more we care for the happiness of others, the greater our own sense of well-being becomes. After working in animal welfare for over 13 years I have experienced compassion on many levels, but I am a strong believer that a foster parent is one of the most compassionate and selfless individuals I know. They give up their time, their sleep, their heart, and their love to animals in need. Foster parents are often the first person to teach pets that they are loved, that they are safe, and that there is hope for a bright future. It is not easy work, and for many (myself included) it breaks our hearts and the tears fall when it is time for the pet to return to the shelter for adoption. Each one leaves a footprint on our hearts and we know they are off to find a “home of their own,” allowing us to help another animal in need.

I currently have three fosters who have stolen my heart. They came into SafeHaven barely hours old, sick, and with little hope of survival. The smallest, who I named Scout, was half the size of his brothers, premature, and barely holding on to life. I knew his chances of survival were very slim, but I was determined to give him a fighting chance. I syringe fed him (and bottle fed his brothers) every two hours for the first three weeks of their life. It made for long days and little sleep, but each day the kittens got stronger and even little Scout was making guarded progress. Then, at four weeks of age, Scout and one of his brothers took a turn for the worse, and thru the tears I whispered I loved them and to not stop fighting! I can’t say why, except that miracles do happen and prayers can be answered, but 12 hours later both kittens were purring and back on the road to recovery. We call them our miracle kittens at SafeHaven. They are now 7 weeks old, and Scout, although still smaller than his brothers, is enjoying exploring my house, bouncing on my dog, and chasing the ball under the couch. Was it the compassion and love they were shown that helped them survive? I would argue YES, but no matter the reason, it is because of SafeHaven’s commitment to give 100% every time, to every animal, that Scout and his brothers will soon be available for adoption. This holiday season, add a dose of compassion to someone’s day or to an animal’s life. It will uplift their spirits as well as make you feel happier. The smallest, most simple gestures can make our community a better place to live.

When Doctors Louis Weinstein and Laura Ouelletter got married, they wanted to share this important milestone with not only their friends and family, but SafeHaven as well. The couple first met in 2004, when a mutual friend who knew they were both interested in meeting someone special coordinated their meeting. After ten years of dating, the two proposed to each other last Valentine’s Day and decided to tie the knot on August 29th. As with most weddings, there were a few disagreements on the ceremony.

“I proposed an elopement,” said Dr. Ouellette, “but Louis wanted a party in his back yard. I relented. Ultimately, I am delighted that we had the event, as it was an opportunity to gather friends and family.” Still, Ouellette wanted to keep things simple. “I’ve seen too many comedies with the destruction of the tiered wedding cake as a predictable

disaster. I elected to have flat cakes, but liked the idea of the decorative tiered cake. Also, Louis and I don’t need another material thing. We are still trying to move two households into one. Then, my dear friend and SafeHaven Board member Osalyn Houser asked about gifts!” Knowing that many of their guests would want to celebrate the nuptials with a gift but not needing anything new, the couple came up with a plan: a SafeHaven donation cake! Created by fellow board

members Denise Manning and Dena Healy, the cake was adorned with dog and cat decorations and had an opening for monetary donations. Along with being a beautiful addition to the celebration, it fixed Ouellette’s dilemma perfectly: “I could have a safe tiered cake, and folks who wanted to give a gift could donate to a worthy cause. It was actually more beautiful than the cakes we consumed!” SafeHaven extends its congratulations to the happy couple, and thanks them for their generosity. Love the idea, and think the SafeHaven donation cake would be a good addition to your next celebration? There are several different ways to use your next event to help animals in need. Contact SafeHaven’s Special Event Coordinator, Brittany, at [email protected] for more information, and thank you for sharing your special day with SafeHaven!

Scout and His Brothers

Committing to Compassion… and Each Other!

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In This Issue...

Compassion at Home

‘Howl’ oween”

Compassion

Plus:• Fostering • Happy Tails• Meet the Trainers• News & EventsPg. 10

Pg. 6

Pg. 4

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(just south of Baskin Robbins)

The Pet Press is a free quarterly magazine published by SafeHaven Humane Society in Tangent, Oregon. We are a private 501 © 3

organization. We are not affi liated with any other humane organization and we do not receive any government funding or tax dollars.

32220 Old Hwy 34Tangent, OR 97389

Phone: 541-928-2789Fax: 541-928-5939

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Our HoursTuesday through Friday, noon to 6 p.m.

Saturday through Monday, noon to 5 p.m.Our Board of Directors

Jessica Pankratz, PresidentJerry Morris, Vice PresidentDenise Manning, Treasurer

Jeff Otto, SecretaryKen Fletcher, DVM

Max FrederickDena Healy

Kelley Hook, Associate Board MemberOsalyn Houser

Kathleen MagnusonDenise ManningKim KautzmanTony Sullivan

Sherrie Payne, Associate Board MemberOur Staff

Chris Storm, Executive DirectorJim Storm, Director of Operation

Molly Jimenez, Human Resources and FinancePeggy Krause, Administrative Assistant

Brian Walters, Director of Development & Community RelationsCarrie Harrington, Major Gift s/Development

Adaline Padlina, Marketing and Communications CoordinatorBreanna McClearn, Volunteer Coordinator

Katie Bateman, Humane Education CoordinatorBrittany Milani, Special Events CoordinatorJodi Javage, Th rift and Gift Store Manager

Emily McClain, Th rift Store AssistantCass Walters, Th rift Store Assistant

Julie McAdams, Th rift Store AssistantTyler Lomax, Customer Care/Adoption Lead

Rebecca Sanford, Customer Care/Adoption SpecialistAshley Clark, Customer Care/Adoption SpecialistRyann Rarick, Customer Care/Adoption Specialist

James Hollingsworth, Shelter ManagerJosh Lapiro, Animal Care Lead

Chris McKaig, Animal Care LeadIan Snyder, Animal Care Lead

Tommy Anderson, Animal Care TechnicianTravis Combs, Animal Care Technician

Mariah Peterson, Animal Care TechnicianKatie Jimenez, Animal Care TechnicianCarly Storm, Animal Care TechnicianPaul Boysen, Animal Care Technician

Kody Peterson, Animal Care Technician/MaintenanceCecilia Ruhf, Animal Care TechnicianKatie Storm, Animal Care Technician

Meghan Roberts, Animal Care TechnicianMichaella Boyd, Animal Care Technician

Olivia James, Animal Care TechnicianJill Frypico, Intake/Medical Manager

Heidi Smith, Intake ReceptionistRose Ainsworth, Intake and Foster Care Coordinator

Jen Booth, Intake/Medical LeadChristine Gibson, Intake/Medical Care Assistant

Sarah Staley, Intake/Medical Care AssistantKyle Morris, Intake/Medical Care Assistant

Marilyn Peterson, Assistant TrainerKaysha Rogers, Assistant Trainer

Our MissionWe help our communities’ residents be the best “humane” beings they can be by

providing: Compassionate temporary shelter care; healthy adoptable animals; information, understanding and education; spay and neuter programs, instead of

euthanasia, for population control.

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Foster Care

Nothing shows a commitment to compassion quite like being a foster parent. Whether anxiously waiting for a pregnant mother dog to give birth to her puppies in your living room, patiently helping a scared animal heal from her emotional and physical scars, or waking up to bottle feed newborn kittens every two hours, SafeHaven’s foster parents show us that although pets may only be in your home temporarily, they stay in your heart forever. Interested in committing to helping pets in need as a foster parent? Contact Rose at [email protected] for more information and to fill out an application!

When Rico, a one-year-old Terrier mix, arrived at SafeHaven on a “Rescue Me” transport from California in May, it was obvious that there was a problem. After a visit to Albany Animal Hospital, it was determined that early in life Rico had suffered an injury to his hip, and would need extensive surgery to live a normal life. Plus, for the eight weeks following his surgery, Rico would be strictly limited on activity to minimize the risk of re-injury. The intensity of his care meant that Rico would be do best in foster care. Fortunately for SafeHaven, new foster parent Jessica Ritchie and her daughter, Kayla, showed a commitment to compassion and took Rico into their home. “My daughter was drawn to him,” said Jessica. “She was on SafeHaven’s website looking for a Jack Russel terrier when she saw him. We live out on a farm in Lyons, so we drove over an hour to come meet him. When we did, I knew we had to foster him.” At first, fostering Rico wasn’t easy. The strict orders from the veterinarian meant that he could only go outside to use the bathroom and was otherwise limited to his kennel. “At first, he was so focused on getting out of the kennel that he couldn’t focus on commands. We got him a week after his surgery, so we had to remind ourselves that many of the difficult behaviors he was showing were because he was bored.”

Now, months later, their patience has paid off. “Rico’s doing so much better. He used to go crazy when my husband walked into the room, and would sound off with a really shrill, high pitched bark. Now, he’s totally okay with my husband. I think we just had to give him time to get acclimated, and recognize that he just needed to burn some energy. It sounds weird, but he’s able to learn more now that he’s not in the kennel all the time. We’ve been working on commands with him, and now he knows kennel, come and sit. ” Rico’s leg is also healing. “He still doesn’t use it a ton, but it’s getting better. He can walk on it now, although he’s usually busy running, jumping and skipping.” “He still has some things to work on,” reflected Jessica. “It’s hard because we don’t know his history or where he came from. At first, he wouldn’t let anyone touch his collar, so we think he probably got yanked around a lot before he came to SafeHaven. He’s still nervous about it, but now he’ll let us touch him anywhere. He just needed some time to get acclimated to his surroundings and someone to let him know that he’s okay.” SafeHaven would like to thank the Ritchie family, and all their foster parents, for their commitment to helping animals like Rico recover from surgery, homelessness and all of the other obstacles that shelter pets face. Your compassion changes lives.

Fostering Compassion

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SafeHaven’s foster parents are often asked how they can foster without wanting to keep every precious animal they bring into their home. Although that answer varies with each individual, the following poem sums up why many continue this rewarding work.

Dear Foster Mom/Dad, There I sat, alone and afraid,

You got a call and come right to my aid. You bundled me up with blankets and love,

And, when I needed it most, you gave me a hug. I learned that the world was not all that scary and cold, That sometimes there is someone to have and to hold.

You taught me what love is, you helped me to mend. You loved me and healed me and became my first friend.

And just when I thought you’d done all you could do. There came along not one new lesson, but two. First you said, “Sweetheart, you’re ready to go,

I’ve done all I can, and you’ve learned all I know.” Then you bundled me up with a blanket and kiss,

Along came a new family, they even have kids! They took me to their home, forever to stay,

At first I thought you had sent me away. Then that second lesson became perfectly clear,

No matter how far, you will always be near. And so, Foster Mom/Dad, you know I’ve moved on,

I have a new home, with toys and a lawn. But I’ll never forget what I learned that first day,

You never really give your fosters away. You gave me these thoughts to remember you by, We may never meet again, and now I know why.

You’ll remember I lived with you for a time, I may not be yours, but you’ll always be mine.

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As the Foster Care Coordinator, I help many of the stray kittens that come through SafeHaven’s doors. One day a few months ago, a Good Samaritan brought in a single kitten that had been abandoned in a field by his mother. To say he was in bad shape is putting it mildly. He was dirty, hungry, and crawling with fleas. Worst of all, his eyes were full of mud and grass and glued shut with an infection. It was obvious that the kitten needed medical attention right away. Kyle Morris (one of our Intake staff) and I gave him a bath and cleaned his eyes. We gave him intravenous fluids and NutraCal (a supplement for struggling kittens), de-wormed him, treated his fleas, and fed him. Then, I held him close. There was nothing else for us to do but hope that we had gotten to him in time. Then, the remarkable happened. He opened his eyes! The kitten instantly started to purr and cuddle up to me, and it was an amazing feeling knowing that we had truly given this kitten a second chance. I knew that he was thankful that we were able to help him. I named him Oliver Twist and cared for him for a few days until he could be placed in a new foster home with Charm Waller, who is planning on adopting him. Helping kittens like this is such a rewarding part of my job and why I love being the Foster Care Coordinator. Our community reaches out to SafeHaven to help cats and dogs of all ages and all conditions, and I’m glad that I can be a part of that. It’s the ultimate in commitment to compassion.

-Rose Ainsworth, Foster Care Coordinator

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Fun Events!

A spooky good time was had by the more than 120 people and their pets that attended SafeHaven’s second annual ‘Howl’oween Party on Saturday, October 31st. The festivities included games for humans and their canine companions, arts and crafts projects, raffles, and of course, trick-or-treating. Most arrived in costume, and the training center was filled with Minions, My Little Ponies, superheroes, spiders, witches, cheetahs, and some amazing homemade outfits including a Princess Leia Cow, a letter, and Laura Ingals Wilder from Little house on the Prairie. With over 50 people and 20 pets entered into the costume contest, the judges were faced with a tough decision in every category. Also popular this year was SafeHaven’s Who am I? scavenger hunt, which sent party goers around the shelter and gave them clues to get better acquainted with many of the available adoptable animals. The event was free to the public, but several people shared the holiday spirit by donating gifts of bleach, hand sanitizer, treats and toys. Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make this a truly spooktacular event!

Celebrating a Bootiful ‘Howl’oween with SafeHaven!

Thank you to the over 400 community members who showed their commitment to being compassionate to animals when they converged on the Albany Boys and Girls club on Saturday, October 3rd for SafeHaven’s annual Tails at Twilight fundraiser. This year’s Saturday Night Lights themed event was one of the most successful in SafeHaven’s history, and with your help we raised over $103,000 for the animals, operations and programs of SafeHaven. Guests munched on a buffet of delicious tailgater favorites while participating in fun tailgate-style games, live and silent auctions, a balloon pop and more. “It’s nice to see our community come together and have some fun while supporting animals that have nowhere else to turn,” said SafeHaven staff member and first-time attendee Brittany Milani. “It’s our biggest event of the year, and I was biting my nails at the end hoping that everything went well and that everyone enjoyed themselves. I think it ended up being wonderful, especially since this year saw the largest ever ‘Paws for the Cause’ section. We raised over $29,000 in that section, just because people are kind and wanted to give to the animals. It’s kind of awe inspiring.” SafeHaven sincerely thanks everyone who supported us at the event through their attendance, donations and sponsorship. You are instrumental in helping us continue our mission of finding homes, opening hearts and educating minds, and we hope to see you again next year!

A Stadium’s Worth of Compassion

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Lacey works with SafeHaven trainer Marilyn Peterson.

Training Focus

Rudy shares a quiet moment with his foster brother Rusty.

Sometimes, the commitment to compassion involves being VERY patient. This was seen in SafeHaven’s Behavior and Training Departments, where the dogs Rooty and Lacey required extra kindness, extra training and extra treats to come out of their shell. Trainers Marilyn Peterson and Kaysha Roberts share their stories.

When I first met Rudy, a young, skinny, black lab mix, he was hiding under a chair petrified and drooling. He was surrendered to the shelter because of his extreme fearfulness and anxiety. It was apparent immediately that he would not do well in the busy hustle and bustle of the shelter, so he came home with me. Rudy’s first few days in my care consisted of him hiding in a crate and refusing to move. He would cry and urinate when touched, and moving quickly would frighten him and cause him to retreat back into his fearful world. I discovered that he was afraid of objects and movement above his head, such as a clothesline swaying in the breeze or someone reaching to grab something off a shelf. He was also terrified of noises, being touched, being outside on new surfaces and, most of all, people. His saving grace was his love of food and his friendliness with other dogs. Between plenty of hot dogs and his special bond with my dog, Rusty, he slowly began to come out of his shell. In the nearly 5 months Rudy was in my care I did countless hours of Desensitizing and Counter Conditioning with him by pairing things that scared him with really good things like hotdogs. Slowly he began to not shy away when I reached for him and he even started to seek my affection. I would instruct guests to not acknowledge him or try to pet him, as he was not emotionally ready for that kind of attention. On walks he got treats when people walked by and when cars drove past, which helped boost his confidence. Soon he started to relax when he saw approaching dangers. After months of waiting for him to find the perfect home Rudy hit the jackpot when Karalee and her dog, Cordelia, welcomed him into their family. Rudy needed a home with someone who understood the complexities of fear and anxiety in dogs and someone with the patience and love to celebrate each tiny victory and milestone. I couldn’t be more pleased with his forever home and although I miss his goofy grin each morning I know he is where he was meant to be.

-Kaysha Rogers, SafeHaven Trainer

One of the most beautiful things about compassion is that it doesn’t have to be big or overwhelming. Instead, it’s often seen in small, day-to-day gestures. Consider the story of Lacey, a Texas Blue Lacy who arrived in early October from a shelter in New Mexico. The staff there had found her wandering the streets, dragging a shattered back leg that was most likely the result of being hit by a

car. Unfortunately, the leg was severely damaged and had to be amputated. Although her physical scars healed quickly, the shelter staff in New Mexico realized that Lacey was going to need a lot of time and compassion to heal from the emotional trauma of her previous life and they did what they knew would be best for Lacey: they sent her to the caring, qualified staff of SafeHaven. When trainer Marilyn Peterson first saw Lacey, she was overwhelmed by her new surroundings, huddled and shivering in the back of her kennel on the adoption floor. Marilyn moved her to the warehouse away from the busy dog and people traffic, but for a week, the closest Marilyn could get to Lacey was to go into her kennel and throw treats for her on the floor. Slowly, though, with time and patience, Lacey warmed to Marilyn, and soon she was taking treats her hand while she sat or laid on the floor. Once Marilyn was able to leash Lacey, the pair would embark on short adventures around the shelter. Texas Blue Lacies are reportedly sensitive to noise, so Marilyn would often take her into the quiet of the training center office. Marilyn soon earned Lacey’s trust, and she can often be found sleeping on a pad by her chair in the office. When Lacey’s awake, she lets Marilyn know she’s bored by pawing at her arm or sticking her head under her elbow and nuzzling her until they have the opportunity to walk, train, or play. Marilyn has also been working on Lacey’s reactivity toward other dogs. She and volunteer Zina Burt use a stuffed dog to mimic average dog behavior, which they keep at the farthest point in the room. Lacey is rewarded with frequent, high value food treats for looking at the stuffed dog and remaining calm. If she starts barking or growling, they do a U-turn (taught so that it becomes like a commanded reflex) and distance themselves until she can again focus on the dog and not react. The progress is slow, but Lacey is becoming less reactive to other dogs. She is also gradually warming to new people. More of the staff are taking her out for walks now, and more volunteers are able to feed her treats. When put out in a yard during playgroup, Lacey runs from one handler to another and sits at their feet waiting for a reward, something she never would have tolerated when she first arrived at SafeHaven. Although still reserved with new people, she now allows more strangers to pet her. As of this article, Lacey is still working hard with Marilyn and hasn’t yet found her forever home. However, Marilyn is confident it will happen when the time is right. “Lacey is a noble gem,” says Marilyn. “I feel grateful to know her and learn daily from her courage and tenacity. Training may seem boring and repetitive, but it isn’t because it is an amazing process of building a working relationship with another creature in small increments. The progression and the communication keeps improving, along with the love and respect for one another. It’s lots of hot dog bits, lots of time, small victories, big mistakes and start again moments.” Beyond providing care and training to our shelter dogs, the SafeHaven staff also provide classes and one-on-one training sessions to the public. If you have a dog that would benefit from the committed compassion of our Behavior and Training specialists, or would like to learn more about volunteering with shelter dogs like Lacey, contact Marilyn or Kaysha at [email protected].

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PUPPY CLASSES AKC S.T.A.R. PUPPY

During this 6 week course, puppies will be given opportunities to socializewith their classmates and learn valuable skills such as loose lead walking, sit,down, recall, target and more. Pet Parents will receive valuable informationto solve and prevent common puppy problems ranging from potty trainingto mouthing and chewing. This class is a fun and informative way to getpuppies off to a great start! After completing and passing the AKC S.T.A.R.Puppy Test (during week 6), Pet Parents will receive a form to send tothe American Kennel Club for their puppy’s S.T.A.R. Puppy Medal andcertificate.

Cost: $110/six sessions.For puppies 12-20 weeksStart Dates: December 29ᵗ� at 6 p.m., January 16ᵗ� at 11 a.m., February 23�ᵈ  at6 p.m.

Winter Schedule

AKC Canine Good Citizen The Canine Good Citizen Program is designed to teach andreward dogs for demonstrating good manners at home and in thecommunity. The six week program stresses responsible petownership and covers loose leash walking, working arounddistractions, working around other dogs, building up propergreeting skills and more. An opportunity to take the official CGCexam is given on the final class day, and dogs who pass theirexam may earn the AKC Canine Good Citizen title, a Blue Ribbonand an official CGC certificate. All dogs must take a priorobedience course such as Family Dog Basic Manners to be eligiblefor the CGC course unless an exception is made by a SafeHaventrainer.

Cost: $110/ six sessions. For dogs 6 months or older.Start Dates: January 21ᵗ� at 7:00 p.m. and February 10ᵗ� at 6 p.m.

Manners and Obedience Classes

Puppy SocializationCome and be entertained as yourpuppy interacts and plays with otherpuppies! Our knowledgeable trainers willbe on hand to answer any puppy raisingquestions you may have during this 45minutes of fun and playtime. All puppiesare required to have at least two sets oftheir DHPP Vaccine, and Bordetella isrecommended.

Cost: $5 per class**For puppies up to 16 weeks.Dates: Saturdays at 10 a.m.**Free to puppies adopted fromSafeHaven

Family Dog Basic MannersFamily Dog Basic Manners is a great class for anyoneneeding to start training with their dog. This six weekcourse covers a variety of important skills such asbuilding impulse control, loose lead walking skills andimproving the come cue. Other foundation skills suchas leave-it, watch, down, stay and go to bed arealso taught, as well as clicker training, brain games,jumping prevention, counter surfing, barking and more.Dogs who are reactive around other dogs are not eligibleto participate in this course without consent from a trainer.

Cost: $100 /six sessions. For dogs 6 months or older.Start Dates: December 30ᵗ� at 6 p.m., January 8ᵗ� at 1 p.m.,January 23�ᵈ at 12:30 p.m. and February 18ᵗ� at 6 p.m.

Fearful Fido

Fearful Fido is designed specifically to help shy ornervous dogs become more comfortable andconfident. Pet parents learn how to read canine bodylanguage and teach confidence building skills to buildreliable, happy dogs. This class focuses on desensitizationand counter conditioning, achieving basic manners, andworking on equipment in a fun, calm environment.

Cost: $100 /six sessions. For dogs 6 months or older.Start Date: February 5ᵗ� at 6 p.m.

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Sports & EntertainmentScent Work IScent Work I will give your dog an opportunity totry something she “nose” how to do naturally!Scenting is a wonderfully fun activity for dogs, ithelps build confidence and strengthens your dog'srelationship with you. This introductory class willteach you and your dog all about the world of ScentWork and will give you plenty of ideas for noserelated activities to do at home. Scent Work is opento dogs of any age and background. Join us for thisenriching course that teaches the basics of thisexciting sport.Cost: $75/four sessions.Start Dates: January 15ᵗ� at 6 p.m. and February 16ᵗ�at 7 p.m.

To register, visit safehavenhumane.org and selectthe Pet Training tab.

Questions? Email [email protected] call us at 541.928.6743.

Workshops & Seminars

Enrichment & BrainGames Workshop

Bring your dog or audit this one hourworkshop. Learn how to make DIY

dog toys and games, teach your doghow to solve puzzles and have a blastas your dog explores the fun world of

enrichment.

Cost: $25 for working spot, $20 toaudit.

Date: December 12ᵗ� at 2 p.m.

Dog ReactivityMany people are unsure howto handle the frustrating and

often dangerous problem of dogreactivity. This free, one hourseminar will walk you through

living with and managing areactive dog. Whether your dog

barks and lunges at other dogs oris fearful and reactive towards

strangers, this is the seminar foryou! Learn why dogs become

reactive, necessary managementsolutions and gain insight on

how to use positive, non-aversivemethods to prevent and treat it.

NO DOGS ALLOWED.

Date: January 30ᵗ� at 2 p.m.

Loose Lead WalkingIf you are struggling to keep your dog walkingnicely beside you, then this is the workshop for

you! This one hour workshop will teach youhow to use non-aversive, positive reinforcementmethods that work to keep your dog happily at

your side. Space is limited so sign up now!

Cost: $25 for working spot, $20 to audit.Date: February 13ᵗ� at 2 p.m.

Space is limited, so please R.S.V.Pto our training department at

[email protected] ifyou plan on attending.

Scent Work IIIn this four week Nose Work class, you and your dog areintroduced to at least one of the odors used in Canine ScentWork. Dogs learn to hunt for odor in a continuation of theskills learned in Scent Work I Dogs must have completed atleast one Scent Work I before attending this course.

Cost: $75/four sessions.Start Date: February 26ᵗ� at 7 p.m.

Let’s Play Sports!Do you want to find a new way to spend time with your dog,but aren’t sure what you’ll both enjoy? In Let's Play Sports, we’llintroduce you and your dog to fun sports and exciting activitiesthat you and your dog can do together! Each week we’ll samplesomething different as you and your dog will try out Agility,Rally, Flyball and Scent work. Plus, you’ll learn how to teachyour dog new tricks and games! This class is great for thoseinterested in dog sports or for those that just want a fun way tointeract with their dog.

Cost: $100/four sessions. For dogs 6 months or older.     Start Dates: January 7ᵗ� at 6 p.m.  and February 27ᵗ� at 11 a.m.

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Happy TailsCompassion at Home These new pet parents have committed to compassion every day now that they’ve adopted a SafeHaven pet! Want to share your story and maybe have it featured in the next addition of our Pet Press? Email it to [email protected] or post it on our Facebook page at facebook.com/SafeHavenHumane.

To the wonderful folks at SafeHaven,I thought you might like an update on how Gong Gong is doing! His name is now Chester Hobbes, but I just call him Chester. He’s become such a cuddle bug as he’s come out of his shell. He’s pretty much in constant contact with me, but his favorite place to be is laying on my chest with his face pressed into my neck. When I’m not home he spends his days looking out the window at the birds or in a little tunnel he made out of blankets at the foot of my bed. He sits politely next to the computer while I’m doing my homework, as long as I love on him every once in a while. His digestive issues cleared right up when I switched him to Purina One for sensitive tummies and he absolutely loves the way it tastes. It was definitely love at first sight and a perfect match! - Caitie M.

On August 2nd, we came up from Springfield to adopt Lilly, the very shy and timid terrier mix. She had been at your shelter for a while and we felt that we could provide her with the home she deserved. Her journey learning that this is her forever home and she can trust us and kindness and love is hers has been measured in small milestones. She is curious and alert and wants to be part of the family. Patience is rewarded with a wet nose on the back of the leg while I am weeding and as the days go by, her tail is no longer tucked, but up and curled. She now comes up to us for pets and back rubs and if she is in the mood, we can give her belly rubs. She plays with Bella (our other dog) in the backyard- she invites the sessions, however briefly. The first time she came into the living room to get on the couch was something. All this has been slow and is marked by when she feels comfortable. We let her dictate when she feels secure, but the times she does are more frequent. I walk Bella every day and have yet to be able to leash Lucy (Lilly). She wants to go, but will not quite let me. Well, yesterday was the first day that I did indeed walk Bella and Lucy and she was awesome. Everything was ‘smellalious’! I don’t know if it will happen again today, but I do know she has come far and will continue and we are very pleased with her progress and patient with her hesitations. I know she had trainers working with her, could you pass along how well she is and that her world is now filled with support and love. She continues to blossom and we are excited to see her true personality emerge as she grows in her confidence and trust.

-Todd and Cindy C.

My name is Lauren Beaver and I adopted Maverick on 8/30/15 from SafeHaven Humane Society. I have always been an animal lover (especially dogs) and already had/have two, but I found myself looking for a companion for our two-year-old Black Lab, Odie, since our twelve-year-old old Golden Retriever, Jack, isn’t such an active playmate anymore. I decided to check out SafeHaven’s website and BOOM! There was Maverick, the silly looking, shaved, adorable Siberian Husky. I just had to meet him! He hadn’t even been there for 24 hours. It may sound cheesy or cliché, but you could say it was “love at first sight.” The staff and volunteers said he wasn’t the stereotypical husky, very quiet and mellow. I made it official and adopted him the next day! Today (9/13/15) marks two weeks after adopting the “Mav Dude.” Though he is still the quiet, calm husky I first met, he has definitely come out of his shell. He loves going on walks and bike rides, sticking his face out the window on car rides (he’s still working on getting his “sea legs” and balancing turns), giving kisses (when asked of course) and snuggling up on the couch with his humans and fluffy brothers. He’s even tested out Sully’s Stay & Play Doggy Daycare and has made some new friends. He’s adjusting amazingly well and is becoming a very loved, silly and enjoyable part of our “Beaver” Pack. I’m definitely looking forward to seeing him come even more out of his shell. Thanks SafeHaven for rescuing this guy so I could find him!

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I adopted Ashton (SafeHaven originally named him Travis) in January 2015, and my life has been changed for the better ever since! I had always wanted a smaller lapdog, but when I met Ashton at the shelter I fell in love and brought him home with me. It’s been quite the adventure ever since. Some of Ashton’s favorite things to do are going hiking, swimming in the river, and playing with two of his best friends, Peanut Butter and Leo (Peanut Butter was also adopted from Safe Haven). He’s a ball full of energy and makes me laugh each and every day. He brings so much happiness to my life, and to the lives of everyone he meets! He’s truly a one of a kind dog, and he’s become part of the family. Thank you, SafeHaven, for all that you do for homeless animals and for giving me the opportunity to adopt Ashton. -Keeley N.

Checko has been at my house for 8 days now. He is one of the sweetest, most well behaved dogs I have ever had! He has taken quite quickly to the luxuries of being a house dog, and is really enjoying his new “siblings” too! We have some separation anxiety to work through, but he is getting more confident and comfortable each day. It has become apparent that he doesn’t know how to play, but he is starting to show interest in it and is learning from Isabel. We are so thankful to have this amazing little dude in our lives! He makes us laugh all the time, and he is a fabulous snuggler! Thanks SafeHaven!!! -Lacey P.

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