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Second Chance for Animals is a registered 501(c)3 charity in the State of New Jersey. We currently provide support to the Franklin Township Animal Shelter (FTAS) by assisting at the shelter, manning adoption days at the shelter and offsite locations, transporting animals to veterinary appointments and providing financial support. We are particularly proud that through our support not only do we regularly provide supplies such as food and litter to FTAS; we pay for every animal to be spayed or neutered and micro-chipped prior to adoption. We also provide pet food to the Franklin Food Bank to help needy families keep their pets in a loving home and not surrendered to a shelter.
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Features
Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Second Chance For Animals Kicks Off 2013!. . . . . . . . . 2
To Our NEW Volunteers! Amy Donner Richard Kurman Elisse Vetter Valerie Zehl
The Paris Hilton Effect. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Success!! Santa Paws Results Are In!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Shout Out for Help! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 My Chinchilla My Heart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 2013 Second Chance for Animals/Franklin Township Animal Shelter Calendar Needs YOU! . . . . . 9 Wanted! New Volunteer Scheduler for Second Chance For Animals.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Animal Crackers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 2013 Annual Paws for a Cause Dog Walk We Cant Do It Without You! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Every Event, Big and Small Helps to Get the Word Out!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 And the 50/50 Winner Is!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Cookbook Fundraiser Its Getting Hot in the Kitchen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Tricky Tray Needs You!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Sizzling Salsa Fundraiser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Board of Directors 2013 Elections! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Meetings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Remember
Check Second Chance for Animals Website Calendar! New Events, Meetings, Adoption Days and other noteworthy news are being added all the time!
Kicks Off
SCFA kicked off our 2013 campaign with our General Member Meeting in February. At the meeting, we were able to re-cap last years successes, and discuss all our activities and plans for 2013. We enjoyed video slideshows of our four-legged residents, and our volunteers in action (both coming to a SCFA youtube channel near you). We laughed during our Silly Pet Picture Contest with entries from over twenty members, and set to the music of Respect from Aretha Franklin. And speaking of Franklin, our (un)official mascot presented a video of how we can get the word out about our organization and shelter, which also will be making a YouTube debut soon. Further, we enjoyed fresh baked cookies (thanks volunteers, Tara and Andi), and were able to hear from our board members and committee chairs regarding operations and upcoming opportunities. And last, we were reminded of our upcoming board elections (more information to follow).
2013!
So, thank you to the members that were part of the fifty strong who attended. I hope you liked the new format, and are spreading the word to our brethren who may have missed the meeting. Im hoping that everyone will be looking forward to our Fall General Meeting / Volunteer Appreciation Event (details still to come).
If you have any ideas on how we can continue to improve our meeting, please let me know. Dont forget all our upcoming events (Open Houses, Dog Walk, Tricky Tray, Shake-A-Cans, Adoptions & cleaning, socializations, etc.). Please help out where you can, the animals really appreciate it, and the rewards are impossible to measure. Thank you for all you do, we would not be as successful in finding new homes for our friends without YOU.
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Lily
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Lily and Rosie
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Lily is so friendly and sweet and does the cutest little dance on her hind legs. Katie thinks she may be mixed with Shiba Inu. Rosie is a purebred Chihuahua. When I brought home a very, very old Shepherd/Rottweiler mix Stella, Rosie quickly showed her she was the boss by biting Stella directly on the nose. Sweet little Lily went right to the toy box, picked out a stuffed toy and brought it right to Stella! When Stella passed, Lily made me laugh when she got her head stuck in a box of tissues and ran around the living room! Rosie and Lily are the best of friends. They snuggle and sleep together and every night we have Chihuahua wrestling on the couch when the two of them play. They are the first dogs to the fence to remind the Rottweilers next door they are in charge of this part of the neighborhood. Chihuahuas make great pets. They are wonderful little dogs that can do well in apartments or in homes. Chihuahuas can be barkers, especially when faced with larger dogs or meeting new people. Because they are so small, there are some concerns. Rosie cannot be left outside by herself because a hawk could pick her for lunch as she is only five pounds. LIly weighs ten pounds. Harnesses must be used so that pressure from a collar and leash is not on their trachea. You also have to be careful not to let them jump too much from high surfaces since they are so small. I still look at Rosie and cant believe she is a dog sometimes, even after 3 years. If you are thinking of adding a small dog to your house, Chihuahuas are wonderful companions.
Remember to rescue though, we never want to buy from pet stores where the pups come from puppy mills!
Amanda Jagger SCFA Team Leader
Success!!
Our 9th Annual Santa Paws was another great success raising over $4,000 for the animals of Franklin Township! We had 142 people come through with their pets and families over the 3 day event. The team did an outstanding job of making sure everyone got the best pictures possible. A big thank you to our Santa team this year: Santas: Bob Pezzano, Tom Young, and Gerry Harris; their photographers Melissa LaRue, Tracy Sullivan, and Alicia DeSordi; and the helpers: Judi Horvath, Julie Percarpio, Melissa Filippone, Jayne Wolff, Deana DeNino, and Heather Steel. Taking the pictures is just the first step. Without the behind the scenes team of computer and sales folks our clients would not have had the terrific experience they so deserved. Thank you to Sue Gates, Tina McDougal, Marjorie Romasz, Nancy Rayner, Pat and Lisa Revel, Tom & Kitty Solomita, Donna DiFelice, Janet Mangin, Stacy Megna, Donna and Matt Aumack, Rose Rivera, Patricia Kaufold, Diane Hein, Mayra Berros, and Florence Coffaro for making everyone feel at home from beginning to end. We had a special appearance by our Mascot, Franklin, on two Saturdays. Thank you to Lauren Davis and William Horvath for standing at the entrance to SGS and grabbing the attention of passerbys! Santa Paws is a big undertaking, and I cant thank everyone enough for helping to make this event so fun and successful. Until Santa Paws 2013 ....
Ho ho ! f o o h W
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Got Mews?
If youd like to share something exciting, fun or informative... ...please do!
Please share your experience along with any photos you may have of your little bundle(s) of joy! Send Articles to: Tracy at Tracy@candidcreatures.com
Are you a member of a social or civic club or have friends/relatives who are associated with clubs like the Moose, Elks, Kiwanis, EMS, Firemen where they have halls and meeting rooms? Do you have contacts with local restaurants?
If You Answered Yes To Either Question, We Would Like To Hear From You!
Please email your contact information to: fundraising@secondchanceforanimals.org Please provide information about the venue such things as phone number, contact person, capacity, cost to rent. We are always looking for locations that are local, cost effective and willing to help support the animals of Franklin Township!!
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Socialization Volunteers
For volunteers attending Thursday night socialization at the shelter, there are some changes you will need to remember:
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Wish List
Dry Dog Food Dry Cat Food Purina Kitten Chow Laundry Detergent Pine Sol Hand Sanitizer
Wear an SCFA volunteer t-shirt so that you will be easy to distinguish from the general public. A Team Leader will be present to oversee adoptions and help answer questions the public may have. You are not expected to have to work with the public. The Socialization Leader will still be present to help you. Be aware that members of the general public may be present; be respectful. Do not allow members of the general public to handle the animals (until they have completed the pre-adoption form). Members of the public should only be present in the entry area, the cat adoption room, and the front dog runs.
KMR Kitten Formula Paper Towels Canned Cat Food Cat Toys Catnip Dog Kong Toys Pigs Ears Bleach Sponges Q-Tips Blankets Towels Sheets Dog Beds
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If you have any questions about this, feel free to contact Gerry Harris at gerryha@mindspring.com
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My Chinchilla My Heart
I was a new volunteer with SCFA working my 2nd rotation at the Shelter. I had just started college and was ready to take on the world!! Then I saw himthis cute ball of salt and pepper fur sitting in the adoption room and knew I had to take him home! Someone had left him in a plastic wheel in front of the shelter door in the pouring rain. We already had two rescue dogs and there was a list of people who had already put their name to a waiting list to adopt this precious baby. I had previously raised a guinea pig for 8 years but knew nothing about Chinchillas so I talked to everyone in every local pet shop to get up to speed so I could take on the real challenge of convincing my dad!!! You see my dad had raised all types of animals including birds, dogs, cats, cavies, rats, mice, exotic fish and iguanas and he laid the entire roadmap out for me in what to expect over the lifetime of a Chinchilla but I persevered and he finally said yes. I was shopping with my mom when I got the call from Katie that I was selected to take him home!!! I gave such a scream that the sales people came running with concerned faces. When I finally brought him home, it was obvious that he was hand raised and handled quite often but he had scars from what were probably battles with other cage mates along with a severe eye infection.
Frankie
I will forever be grateful to the person who cared enough to bring him to the shelter. He looked like a Frank so that became his given name. After a few short months of TLC he settled right into the family. Chinchillas are affectionate and intelligent animals and need the same in return. Regardless of the type of day Ive had, I always put aside Frankie time and his little hugs always perk me up and he has wiggled his way into my heart. When you think about adopting a rescue pet, consider all the four legged creatures for they all need love and forever homes. Danielle Rivera
Photography Tip!
Dont use flash, and have sunlight behind you! Best times of day are early morning and late afternoon for warm lighting.
Easy as 1, 2, 3! 1.
All
pet photos must be pets who were/are residents of Franklin Township Animal Shelter. HI-RES photographs (300 DPI/2400x3000 pixels) to calendar@secondchanceforanimals.org.
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tell us your pets name and how to contact you, (e-mail preferred).
Please send photos to: calendar@secondchanceforanimals.org. or through US mail (If you want your picture back, please be sure to include a SASE with sufficient postage) to: Second Chance for Animals P.O. Box 5172 Somerset, NJ 08875 Attn: 2013 Calendar
Time required per week estimated: 2-4 hrs. Anyone interested in finding out more about this position can contact Kitty Solomita at 732-673-1280 or solomitak@gmail.com
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Animal
Crackers
In Your Eyes
In your eyes I see Fear Having been hurt by so many And unable to trust a caring hand extended In your eyes I see Hurt The pain inflicted by hand or voice Where sometimes the greatest cruelty Is indifference and abandonment In your eyes I see Hope Wanting to trust and love again And longing for a soft caress and warm hug In your eyes I see Love The fire still burning deep, wanting to be home The wag of a tail, lick of a face, or gentle purr Still remembered from within
Tom Young
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Every Event, Big and Small Helps to Get the Word Out!
Lubranos Fundraiser Easy & Delicious
Thank you all who participated in the Lubranos Pizzeria Fundraiser on February 6th. This event raised $100 for our four-legged friends, and allowed us another avenue to get the word out about SCFA. These type fundraisers, which are easy to set up (find a partner restaurant, have a flyer printed up, get the word out, and enjoy some delicious donations), and help get the word out to new audiences, are ways to keep SCFA in peoples thoughts. Thank you Judy H. for your work on this event. Now I know that $100 doesnt sound like a lot of money raised, but part of what we are doing this year with our Marketing/Outreach Committee, etc. Involves letting as many people as possible know about SCFA and the Franklin Township Animal Shelter. Remember that more exposure means more potential adopters, and more animals going to their forever homes. So, if you have an idea for a fundraising event (big or small), please reach out to Rose and Linda. Your ideas will determine how successful we can be in 2013 and beyond.
Every Step We Take, Every Event We Do, Reaches One More Person One More Person Who Didnt Know About Second Chance For Animals.
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Too Many
Cookbook Fundraiser
Calling all cooks....Second Chance for Animals is putting together its first cookbook to help with fundraising for the Franklin Township Animal Shelter. So gather up your familys favorite recipes, and send them in to be included! Our cookbook will include recipes for you and your best friend, so if you have a pet friendly recipe, send it on in! We are also looking for volunteers for entering and editing! If you have any questions or are interested in proofreading, please email Linda at SCFACookbook@secondchancefor animals.org.
Kitchen?
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1. Adoption 2. Incoming
3. Happy Critters!
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2013
Donation Drop-offs
We will be coordinating dates and locations in the early spring for volunteers, family and friends to drop off new items for our baskets. We are planning many themed baskets so if you have NEW items please consider donating them. We will be advertising drop off dates via email and on our website.
Theme baskets:
Pets (Dogs, Cats,) Gardening, Bakers, Italian, Kitchen, Home Dcor, Holidays, Seasonal, Exercise, Romantic Evening, Scrapbooking, Arts & Crafts and more.
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Sizzling Salsa
Dance Lesson
Sunday, April 14, 2013
Have you ever dreamed of learning to dance like Dancing With The Stars? Do you have a hidden Patrick Swayze inside you just longing to break free and dance? Do you want to learn to burn up the floor with a passionate Tango? Or would you simply like to feel more graceful at the next wedding you attend?
Who knows, this two hour class may set you off on the road to dancing stardom!
Light refreshments will be provided. Please wear shoes with a back on them.
Call 732-271-1291 to reserve your space and ensure we have plenty of room for everyone to glide across the floor.
When
Where Cost
Registration
Please contact Lisa Revel at secretary@secondchanceforanimals.org by March 31 if you are interested and we can discuss the requirements in more detail.
Board meetings are open to all members. They are held the first Thursday of each month at the Library. Interested In Running For Second Chance For Animals Board Of Directors?
If so, please provide a short Bio to Lisa Revel, at secretary@secondchanceforanimals.org. Your Bio will be included in the ballots that get sent out to Second Chance for Animals members. Your Bio can be a short description about yourself and what you have done for SCFA and what you hope to accomplish if elected. Ballots will be snail-mailed to every member who has paid their dues for 2013. Election ballots go out in May and they are due back by the beginning of June. Results are read at the July Annual Meeting. If you are interested in running, contact Lisa Revel at secretary@secondchanceforanimals.org. Last but not least, perspective candidates will need to have a short phone interview to discuss the position.
meetings
Board Of Directors Meetings
The BOD Meetings are held on the 1st Thursday of each month. The first part of the meeting is open to anyone interested in attending and is normally held at the Franklin Township Library.
*Note: Changes to Current Adoption Events Time required per week estimated: 2-4 hrs. Remember to Log YourVolunteer Hours!
The sign-up schedule for the shelter, Petsmart, Petvalu and Petco are also now online.
Contacts
Kitty Solomita (Scheduling) (732) 297-8210 volunteer_scheduler@secondchanceforanimals.org Nora Breen (President) (732) 227-1033 president@secondchanceforanimals.org Bob Pezzano (Vice President) bobpezz@msn.com Marianne Mason (Technology) (732) 249-2559 ferrante@verizon.net Lynn Lawson (Foster Care) (732) 271-1291 Volunteer Lead Thursday Animal Socialization llawson2711@yahoo.com Gerry Harris (Animal Enrichment) gerryha@mindspring.com Rose Rivera (Fundraising) RRiver32@ITS.JNJ.com Heather Steel (Marketing/Community Outreach) hwsteel@comcast.net Linda Tatem (Fundraising) tatemld@yahoo.com Photography and Graphic Design by Tracy Lee Sullivan Tracy@CandidCreatures.com www.CandidCreatures.com www.designwithfivestar.com
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Volunteer Opportunities
Adopting one pet wont change the world, but the world will change for that one pet!
...and have fun doing it!
Rodney
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