Cody’s

Chronicle

News from the Copper Country Humane SocietyNews from the Copper Country Humane Society

It is estimated that over one million cats and dogs

are hit by cars each year in this country. Most

animals end up with broken bones and/or other

internal injuries. Ole and Sweetie are two victims of

such accidents. Ole, a sweet young yellow lab was

hit by a bus, and Sweetie was a young mother cat

with a litter of kittens who was hit by a car. Both

survived the accident but not without major injuries.

CCHS was called upon to help these stray animals.

Upon Vet exam it

was determined

that Ole’s front leg

had major nerve

damage and com-

plete amputation

was needed.

Sweetie suffered

from a bad break

and her leg was put

in a cast. After

both animals

received vet care at

AMC, they

returned to CCHS.

Sweetie was placed in

foster care since she was

still nursing her

babies. Ole’s recovery

was incredible. He was

like a new dog meeting

and greeting everyone at

CCHS. Having the

lame leg removed,

provided him with so

much more mobility and

after a week of recov-

ery, you would never

even know he had a leg

amputated.

CCHS is called to help animals like Ole and Sweetie

each and every month. The reasons range from

being hit by a car, abandoned and starving or abuse

but the need for CCHS to answer that call never

changes. We are able to provide such wonderful care

for these animals because of your support. 100% of

all vet care needed to help these animals is raised by

donations and fundraising events. Your support is

needed.

Fall/

Winter

2010

Survivors

The Littlest Survivors On October 23rd, in a box on the side of the road in Baraga, were seven malnourished, shivering little puppies.

Bones showing through their skin, hair missing from their bodies, and no food in their belly. These seven little

survivors soon found a safe haven, a warm place to curl up, plenty of food and

water and lots of love at CCHS. These are the

animals you are helping, and we so appreciate

your support. You provide us the gift to save

lives. If you would like to know how to

sponsor these pups or any of our great animals

please visit our website, send us an email or

give us a call.

Thank you for helping us help them!

Ole post amputation and

recovered well at CCHS

Sweetie doing well in a cast

Ole is Oh so Loved! I am writing to give you an update on Ole, whom we have now named Charlie. We found

Charlie while looking at adoptable dogs on petfinder.com. We were concerned at first because

he only had three legs. However, after contacting CCHS, they assured us that he would act like

any other dog and would be able to do anything a four legged dog could do. After taking some

time to think about it, we decided to schedule a visit. I think we can say that it was love at first

sight. As soon as we saw Charlie, we knew that there was no way he was not going to be coming

home with us. Our minds were made up, Charlie was going to be a Morissette. Since Charlie

has lived with us, he has become the center of our lives. It didn’t take Charlie long to come out

of his shell and he loves us all. Charlie also loves to go for long walks, multiple car rides, snug-

gling, and playing with his toys. We tell Charlie everyday that we love him and will take care of

him forever. Everyone who

meets him falls in love with him

because he is such a little

charmer. We are so thankful

that we were able to adopt him

and make him part of our

family.

The Morissette Family

Many of us have adopted wonderful “mix

breed” mutts and often wonder what type

of dog they are? We try to pick out the

unique characteristics of different breeds

and see if they fit our pet. Now, with

DNA testing at an affordable cost, you

can find out more about your incredible

mixed breeds. Finding out the genetic

make up of your dog can help you better

understand your dog’s behavior, health

issues and breed traits.

Can you guess what these great

adopted dogs are a mix of?

How well do you know your

furry family Friend?

Photo

“Charlie” all dressed up

as a yellow submarine for

Halloween

Lollipop 50% German Shepherd

25% Black & Tan

Coonhound

25% Labrador Retriever

Buster 33% Boxer

33% German Shepherd

33% Siberian Husky

Letters from the Heart

Hello, all you kind folks at CCHS, it's me, Biebs.

Well, you may remember me as Bieber, the cute little

black lab and escape artist mix who moved out about

eight weeks ago. My pet parents thought I should write

to let you know I'm getting all settled in my forever

home. They also said I should say thanks for taking care

of me until they could get there. And I should probably

tell you some of the things I've been doing since I moved away.

It was a long, lonely ride home and I was missing you guys already, but my new sister, also a black lab, was very

reassuring. She told me they were taking us back where we'd all live together and I'd meet two more sisters. Then

we'd all get fed, have play time and there would be way too much cuddles, including the dreaded "kisses on the pug."

And I haven't always been the perfect boy, like that first night, I pushed the screen out, and the next day I escaped

from my new crate and the day after that, pushed the screen from its frame. So, they fixed everything including the

crate, but I don't use it anymore. I have a different place, they call it a kennel. It's OK, especially with a peanut butter

kong and the bath sheet that make it a tent. But, you know, I really don't get to spend much time there because I have

chores.

My pet parents are nice but as my sister warned me, they're about

half blind, nearly deaf and couldn't smell a rabbit if it was sitting

right in front of them. So, probably no surprise one of things I do

is help her lead the pet poppa back home when he goes for a

walk to the river. There's also those three sisters who need to be

played with and, oh, the tennis balls, this place is crazy with

tennis balls.

I'm going to have to go now, more learning to do. I'm being

taught that just because it looks like a stick, smells and tastes like

stick, doesn't mean it is a stick because it might be firewood. But

before I go, I need to ask a favor, will someone there please give

Miyoko a big lick on the cheek for me? She's a great lady and I'm

lucky to have met her. Thanks again to everyone who made it possible for my pet parents and I to find each other!

Beiber

Hi! My name used to be Toffee. Now it is Isabelle

Rose. Fancy name, huh? My mom saw me online and

fell in love with me before she even met me. She

decided to come to the Bash, fill out my adoption

papers, and take me home! The first few nights I slept

with my mom all night long. Then I got a little more

comfortable and explored at night. I still sleep with my

mom a lot of the time, though. I play with my brothers

and sister pretty much all day. I keep everyone

busy. That's Jasper in the picture with me. He takes

care of me.

I'm so glad that I came to CCHS. They saved me and

my litter mates as well as my fur-mom. Thanks for

taking care of me until my human mom came to get

me. I love my family! Isabelle Rose

PS. My mom calls me Bizzy Girl. She says it's kind of

a pun, but I don't get it.

Beiber, the 60 pound lap dog and his new dad

Become at Fan! CCHS is now on

If you have not visited our Facebook page already,

check us out at:

www.facebook.com/coppercountryhumanesociety

On our FB page, you will find out about upcoming

events, volunteering, new arrivals, special contests,

and supporting animals that need great people like

you to help them! BECOME A CCHS FACEBOOK

FAN TODAY!

All groups, including previous 2010 Grand Prize winners, will be eligible

for the "2010 Challenge Champion" $10,000 prize. This additional prize is

to be awarded to the group with the most votes from all three Challenges in

2010. As of August 2010, CCHS IS IN THE TOP 10! Voting ends at

midnight (PST) on December 19, 2010.

Your daily vote helped us win $10,000 this summer and that incredible grant

helped us make our dog kennels more dog friendly for shy and scared dogs

with special doors and kennel covers, continue our efforts with spay/neuter and

as always, care for those animals who need us most. Your votes also helped

make CCHS eligible for this special "2010 Challenge Champion" prize. Thank

you all for voting and please share with friends and family. You all are the real

champions for CCHS!

Nature’s Way Woodworking 2010 could by your lucky year and this coffee table

could be yours! Dave and Diana Stimac of Alberta

(owners of Nature's Way Woodworking) donated this

gorgeous hand crafted coffee table. Tickets available at

Nature’s Way Woodworking in Alberta, Hilltop Restau-

rant in L’Anse and CCHS Animal Shelter in Houghton.

Tickets are also available on-line through PayPal. Visit

our website www.cchumanesociety.com and click news

and events for more information. You do not need to be

present to win.

$5.00 each or

3 / $10.00 Suggested Donation

We would like to recognize the following businesses and individuals: 5th

& Elm Coffee House, Anita Levy, Applebee's, Arby's, Armando's Restaurant, Auto Value, Barb's Favorite Jams and Jellies, Becki Clouthier, Beth and Bob Patterson, Bill

Vertanen, Bob and Edith Snortland, Body Mechanix, Brittany Kallio, Caitlin Pionke,

Calumet Mercantile, Calumet Pizza Works, Carla Belopavlovich, Carla's Lake Shore

Restaurant, Carmelita’s, Charter Communications, Chuck and Cheryl Roberts, Clyde Elmblad, Conglomerate Café, Cousins Subs, Da ily Mining Gazette, Dairy Queen, Renee Foley, Deborah Frontiera, Delaware Copper Mine, Denise Ruska, Diane Trudgeon, Domino's Pizza,

Dr. LeGalley, Eagle Radio, Ed Gray Gallery, Eric Danielson, Erickson True Value Hardware, Ferrellgas, Frank's True Value Hardware,

Gemignani's, Gino's Restaurant, Greenstone, Hardee's, Healthmart Pharmacy, Hilltop Restaurant, Houghton Radio Stations, The WOLF,

Jacie Fisher, Jackie Safford, Jill and Bryan Henson, Jim and Betty Aebli, Jim and Marcia Slater, Jim Cayanus, Joanne Moros, Joey's Seafood and Grill, Karl Snortland, Keweenaw Mountain Lodge, Kim McMullan, King Copper Motel, Kris Rivest, Dr. Jeff and Dena

Ladd, L & L Bar, Lake Superior Tree Farms, LeRita Allert, Library Restaurant, Linda Laroy, Lindell Chocolate Shoppe, Lindsay Clouth-

ier, Lisa Clouthier, Lynn Czarnecki, Mac Marzke, Mary Ann Beckwith,

McDonald's, McGann's Building Supply, Melissa LaFernier, Michigan House Café, Mike Garland, Miyoko Wisti, MTU Student Athletes, Northern

Stove & Pellet, Nutini's Restaurant, Pat’s Foods, Paul Perreault, Penney

Jaeger, Perkins Restaurant, Peterson Fish Market, Portage Lake Golf Course,

Quincy's Restaurant and Lounge, Quiznos Subs, Rachel and Patrick (Titan's people), Rachel Jackson, Raymond Chase, Robin Stimac and Courtland,

Roger & Teresa Woods, Roger Heikkinen, Salon 1281, Sears, Selkey's

Manufacturing, Shannon VanPatten, Shea's Shops, Shelden Grill, Slim's

Café, Steve Waara, Superior Lube, Superior Pets, Superior Rent-All and Sales, Susan Lawrence, Taco Bell, The Ambassador, The Barber Shop, The

Edge Tattoo, The Hut, The Isle Royale Line, The Loading Zone II, The

Mariner North Resort, The Torch, Tim Elmblad, The Ingram Family, Toni's

Country Kitchen, Toria Stein, Trail Creek Motors & Outdoors, Up North Mittens, Victoria's Kitchen, Vollwerth's, WMPL and 93.5 The Mix, and Wood 'n' Spoon.

Drawing held at the 2010 TV6 Christmas Craft Show NMU Dome - Sunday December 5, 2010

The Copper Country Humane Society held its sixth annual

Bash on Saturday, July 17th. The funds raised during the event

will be of great help as we provide food, shelter, and medical

care to the homeless pets in our area. We would like to thank the

nearly 400 people who attended the event and contributed their

dollars to the cause. Your generous support helps ensure our

continued success as a “no time limits” shelter emphasizing

sterilization as the key to no more homeless pets.

Holiday Music, Photos and Fun

Noteworthy in Concert

Come listen to the sweet music of this

local adeline singing group. A variety of

beautiful holiday music will fill the air.

Sunday - December 5, 3:00pm

St. Peter & Paul Lutheran Church

1010 Madeleine Street (By Sears), Houghton

The concert is free and coffee and goodies social will

follow the concert. Donations to CCHS at the time of

the event will be greatly appreciated.

Margaret Vroman

Jodi Tuisku

Robert, Holly & Eva Nemiroff

Matt & Heather Neff

Become a CCHS Cyber-Companion and Sponsor a Pet! Are you or is someone you know an animal lover who

is unable to have pets of their own due to lifestyle,

allergies, health, or other reasons? Would you still like

to be part of the life changing experience of helping a

pet in need? Now you can be part of this caring

community by supporting a shelter that does not put

time limits on life. Your personal commitment to spon-

sor a cat or dog will help support that animal’s daily

care including food, vaccinations and sterilization

during his/her stay at CCHS. It is a great heartwarming

gift to yourself, a friend or family member and it is a

gift that helps creates a bright future one pet at a time.

The sponsor’s name will appear with the sponsored pet

on our website and be included in our newsletters.

Visit www.cchumanesociety, email or call CCHS for

all the details.

Florence Dowling

Jackie Huntoon

Mohd Safayat Alam

Emily Allen

Lina Gomez

Lloyd & Jeanne Lanto

Cassandra & Andrew’s

Wedding

Photos with Santa

It is that time of year

again when young,

old and four legged

friends get to meet

Santa and tell them

all they hope for this

Christmas Season.

You, the kids and the

pets all can get your picture taken with

Santa! Make a $5.00 donation to CCHS at

time of event get a 4x6 color photo keepsake.

Saturday - December 18, 11am - 4pm

Nara Nature Park - Welcome Center

(Building Before CCHS Shelter)

HWY US 41 - Houghton

In Honor of all the 2010 Cyber Sponsors

Northern Lights Clubhouse

Sara Kinnunen

Gernot & Julia Joachim

Stephen Osterhout

CCHS Memorials & Honorariums

Memorials and Honorariums received after October 25, 2010, will be featured in the spring newsletter. Thank you!

CCHS extends our deep appreciation to all our supporters, volunteers, staff and local businesses for their

continued support. For a list of those who help make CCHS possible please visit our website at

www.cchumanesociety.com and click "many thanks".

In Honor of ........................... Given By: Person

Robert & Mary Fliesehmann .............. Katherine Dianda

Calumet Theater Archives .................. Ed & Jackie Trancik

John & Gloria Myntti ......................... Tim & Jackie Reyonalds

Loved Ones ........................................ Gladys Kautto

Beth Patterson .................................... Larry Coke

Kora Plummer (Happy Birthday) ....... Christopher & Amanda Plummer

Aili Prout............................................ Elizabeth Howe

Candie Kincaid ................................... Evergreen Dev. Co.

Barbara Bennington (Happy Birthday) Mary Ann Ruehling

Sally Reagan (Happy Birthday) .......... Kathryn Jarvi

Molly ................................................. Dana Johnson

Betty Aebli ......................................... Deana Lutz

Pets

Jinx, Gidget & Ming Joi ..................... Marilyn Bourbonais

Thorne ................................................ Theresa Hamlin

Timmy................................................ Robert McCarthy

Squirty & Mocha ................................ Cindy Mytty

Willy .................................................. Elizabeth Howe

In Memory of ......................... Given By: Person Mae June Wight .................................. Neil & Susan Hayrynen

Mae June Wight .................................. Carole Whitaker

Dear Friend Laurel.............................. Elaine Kadlec

Howard Anderson ............................... Suzanne Houle

Jim Jukari ........................................... Arthur & Julia Simila

Hartley & Esther Roberts .................... Charles, Diane & Kay Roberts

Charles Allen ...................................... Patricia Benn

Bernadine Arola.................................. Rodger & NancyLu Arola

Vernon Havens ................................... Roland & Gloria McKinstry

Lloyd Smith ........................................ Filmore & Karen Halonen

Lloyd Smith ........................................ Eric Halonen

Arthur Kela ......................................... Arlene Kela

Shirley Walot Richardson ................... James Richardson

Arthur & Louise Kolehmainen ........... Arthur Kolehmainen

Ed Haltenhoff ..................................... Mrs. Harriet Haltenhoff

Dr. Nara .............................................. Leona Burkman

Shawn Dobry ...................................... Susan Rogala

Janet Papworth ................................... Laurine Gale

Chuck Allen........................................ Beverly Evans

Pat Londo ........................................... Dick & Mary Tuisku

Jim Makela ......................................... Ruth Clymer

Dorothy Byrd ...................................... Garden Friends:

Marsha, Mary, Sandra

Yvonne, Eve & Joann

Zora Zubiena ...................................... Jennie Fett

James Mattila Sr. ................................ Lynn Anderson

Dr. Richard Imm ................................. Rick & Joan Petrilius

Dr. Richard Imm ................................. Marilyn Flannigan

Helen Maki ......................................... Susan Darling

Jane Aldrich........................................ George & Jean Mehrens

Jane Aldrich........................................ Jean Mehrens

Michael B. King ................................. Med-Pass, Inc.

Art Flack............................................. Lloyd & Jeanne Lantto

Luther Finnestad ................................. James & Karen Laurinaho

Helen M. Ross .................................... Doug & Jane Strieter

Helen M. Ross .................................... Frances Passerello

Helen M. Ross .................................... Charlotte Roberts

Hazel & Charles Balconi .................... Charlotte Roberts

Don Workman .................................... Barbara LaFx Lewis

Don Workman .................................... Geraldine Workman

Donna Peck ........................................ Mark & Valerie Klobuchar

Nancy Brusso ..................................... John & Mary Lehto

Don Workman .................................... George & Jo Ann Ford

Don Workman .................................... Norma Bauer

Dee Dee Tiefenthal ............................. Jim & Sandy Williamson

Alex McLean ...................................... Marlene St. Clair

Jane Aldrich........................................ Alberta Heveat

Ruth Feira ........................................... James Hertel

Nancy Brusso ..................................... Thomas Brusso

In Memory of ......................... Given By: Pets Amber................................................. Walter & Donna Archambeau

Murphy ............................................... Marlys Bacon

Karma & Pepik ................................... Gretchen Janssen & Jiri Zkenek

Aughtumn ........................................... David & Claire Rom

Oreo “the Skunk” ............................... Tom & Lani Poynter

Toby, Josey, Jamey & Jesse ................ Carol Kirkish

Missie & JR ........................................ Mildred Salo

Timmy ................................................ Roger & Kay Masters

Impi .................................................... Rodger & NancyLu Arola

Oliver & Preston ................................. Ginny Diroff

Maggie ............................................... Keith & Valorie Troesch

Tigger ................................................. Keith & Valorie Troesch

Ginger................................................. Keith & Valorie Troesch

Tasha & Sabrina ................................. Don Mattson

Roman & Assisi .................................. Florence Dowling

Xerox, Cass, Clio & Xeno .................. Phil & Michelle Morgan

Waldo I & II ....................................... Shirley Clark

Missy .................................................. Dr. & Mrs. David Gilbert

Midas.................................................. Margaret Malone

Hefe’ .................................................. John & Margaret Malone

Hubi.................................................... Dennis Mack

Missie & JR ........................................ Mildred Salo

Axel .................................................... Norman Hamstrom

Lucy Kujansuu ................................... Timothy & Michelle Seppanen

Baxter ................................................. Kurt & LeRita Allert

Mack .................................................. Kurt & LeRita Allert

Baron & Huppy .................................. Fran & Barb Tossava

Kandy, Karmel & Fritzi ...................... Bob & Edith Snortland

Bear .................................................... Bill & Nanno Rose

Tyler ................................................... Barbara Trudgeon

Nikki, K.C., Tar & Tory ..................... John & Luella Beaudette

Willie .................................................. Merv & Marlene Klemett

Georgia ............................................... Samuel & Barbara Coates

Gus ..................................................... Joe Finch

Lil’ Biddle & Stickey.......................... Ginny Diroff

Mickey & Jadey .................................. Alice Reynolds

Sparky ................................................ Laurie Druse

Molly .................................................. Brian Fox & Michelle LeVeque

Jakers and Lucy

Bruiser ................................................ Patricia Sotirin, Tesla & Barbie

Clarence.............................................. Aaron Coffey

In Loving Memory of

Candy O’Brien Jill Saletta

Joe & Diane Bonczynski

Larry & Dawn Pallas

Ruth Fricke

Pamela Bender

Judy Noel

Berrien Co. Parole Office

Bill & Diane Loeffler

Paul & Barbara Deja

Whirlpool Corporation

Admin. Center

Boys & Girls Club of

America

Michele Wysoglad

Mr. & Mrs. Orris Luster

In Honor of ............................ Given By:

Pets

Cricket................................................ Glen & Marjorie Symons

Tami ................................................... Bob & Edith Snortland

Winston & Winnie ............................. Becky Mount

Lacey.................................................. Ruth Jean Barkell

Kayla .................................................. John & Luella Beaudette

Tasha & Sabrina ................................. Donald Mattson

Snow .................................................. Janet Barnes

Chantel ............................................... Jim & Vicky Fredianelli

Lady Sheba......................................... Beverly Berg

Chloe .................................................. Alan & Candace Silvola

Hunter ................................................ Chris Ford

Harry & Gilver ................................... Ward Grosnick

Amos & Andy .................................... Don & Kim Sorvisto

Se’nor Magnifico ............................... Sue Ellen Kingsley

Backyard Raccoon Family.................. Sue Stephens

Roman & Assisi ................................. Florence Dowling

Bear .................................................... Cindy Radue

In Loving Memory of

Helene Ross Doug & Jane Strieter

Frances Passerello

Charlotte Roberts

Judith Juntunen

Tony Juntunen

Gen Stone

In Loving Memory of

Ruth Feira James Hertel

George & Suzanne Houle

Fred & Ruth Ruelle

Carol Kirkish

Bob & Mary Hauswirth

John Killmar

John & Martha Stone

David & Gladys Wiitanen

MTU - Mech. Eng. Dept.

Chris & Frances Passerello

David & Kathy Plowe

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Doogin &

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Copper Country Humane Society www.cchumanesociety.com

Email: contactus@cchumanesociety.com 906-487-9560

Mailing Address:

P.O. Box 453 Houghton MI 49931

Shelter Location:

South US 41 Nara Park Road

Houghton MI 49931

Open Hours: Mon, Wed & Fri - 4pm to 8pm

Saturday - Noon to 5pm

Sun, Tue & Thu - By appointment only