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Transcript of Ruff Report July 2015
A QUARTERLY PUBLICATION OF THE DUBUQUE REGIONAL HUMANE SOCIETY
Summer 2015
5 102 Check our Fetch
List for ways to
make a difference
in the lives of our
animals!
Neglected dog
comes back from
the brink to find a
forever home!
Days of Caring
volunteers
complete new
Tribute Garden
SCHEDULE OF EVENTSYappy Hour: 4:30 PM Cocktails, Entertainment,
Silent Auction bidding starts
Registration: 5:30 PM
Dinner: 7 PM
Followed by Live Auction and “Raise Your Paw”
*NEW* Electronic bidding provided by Qtego. Be sure to bring your smart phone! Online bidding available two weeks prior to the event.
BECOME A SPONSOR!Top Dog: $5,000Cat’s Meow: $2,500Cool Critter: $1,000Puppy Pal: $500Creature Comforts: $250Table of 10 (no publicity): $500Individual Tickets: $50
50/50 cash raffle tickets now available at Kinsey’s Campus
Annual Fall GalaTails at TwilightJoin us for Tails at Twilight, our annual fall gala—
an elegant evening to benefit the animals of the
Dubuque Regional Humane Society on Friday,
October 2 at the Grand River Center. The event
features dinner, entertainment, silent and live auc-
tions, two 50/50 cash raffles, and “Raise Your Paw”
to help our shelter pets.
For more information and to register, visit our
website at www.dbqhumane.org. You can also
mail your check in the enclosed envelope, or visit
us at Kinsey’s Campus.
Unable to attend? Monetary donations are
always welcome.
Friday, October 2 - Grand River Center - Tickets $50 - Table of 10 for $500
Fetch ListThe Dubuque Regional Humane Society is proud to be a recipient of the Hill’s Food,
Shelter & LoveTM program. We feed all of our pets Hill’s Science Diet, delivered fresh
each week thanks to the generosity of Theisen’s Home Farm Auto.
If you’d like to make a gift to the DRHS, please consider one (or more) of the following:Monetary Donation (tax deductible): Last year $0.80 of every dollar donated
went directly to animal care and community outreach programming.
Gift Cards: Gift cards to stores where we can purchase supplies are always
appreciated! (i.e., PETCO, PetSmart, Target, Theisen’s, Wal-Mart, White Front Feed)
Cat Supplies: Non-clumping clay kitty litter, kitten replacement formula
Dog Supplies: Small, medium and large Kongs, peanut butter, food dispensing
toys, towels and blankets
Critter Room: Critter food (rabbit, Guinea Pig, rat, hamster, gerbil), aspen or pellet
bedding, hay feeders, small food dishes, critter exercise balls
Humane Education: Bird seed, fleece fabric, oats, peanut butter, pumpkin puree
Vet Supplies: Distilled water, D & AAA batteries, new white bath towels, Brawny
paper towels, large plastic gloves, cat and dog pill pockets, digital food scale, #10
or #15 Oster blade, Lysol wipes, monetary donation for URI antibiotic
General Supplies: Post-it notes (regular size), white copy paper, brooms & dust-
pans, mops/mop heads, window cleaner, scotch tape, staples, small storage bins,
hand sanitizer, paper clips, binder clips, note pads (regular size), small & large
garbage bags
Pet Pantry Supplies: Our new Pet Pantry program provides food and litter for
families experiencing financial hardship. Donations of unopened bags of dog and
cat food, along with kitty litter would be greatly appreciated!
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Chair: Diann Guns
Vice Chair: Anthony Quinn
Secretary: Julie Kinsella
Treasurer: Dustin Manternach
Peter Arling, Julie Bennett,
Amy Breitfelder, Angie Kronlage,
Alan Krueger, Chad Richardson,
Charlie Skemp, Dr. Tim Sprank
STAFF
President & CEO: Maria Benham
Director of Operations:
Aimee Heinrich
Staff Veterinarian:
Debra Smith-Reed, DVM
Development & Marketing
Director: Ann Lorenz
Human Resources & Administrative
Manager: Joyce Parsons
Community Outreach
Coordinator: Lisa Kucharski
Animal Care Supervisor:
Audra Krusz
Customer Care Supervisors:
Michelle Farr, Haley Hoppmann
Vet Tech: Lacey Mason
Vet Assistants: Megan Schmerbach,
Krista Wieseler
Animal Care Technicians:
Lisa Brimeyer, Andrew Ehlers,
Madelyne Heinrich, Zebulon Hill,
Summer Kruse, Clare Shaw, Jennifer
Sheldon, Holly Steil, Jenna Webb
Administrative Assistant:
Susan Lorenz
Maintenance: Dick Hess
SHELTER INFORMATION
4242 Chavenelle Road
Dubuque, IA 52002
Phone: 563.582.6766
Fax: 563.582.0140
Email: [email protected]
www.dbqhumane.org
Shelter Hours:
Tuesday - Friday: 11 AM to 7 PM
Saturday & Sunday: 11 AM to 5 PM
Monday: Closed
Hadley’s Dog Park Hours:
6 AM to 8 PM
The DRHS has the right to temporarily
close the Dog Park for special events
or shelter related activities.
We invite you to become a
supporter on our Facebook and
Twitter sites.
From the Director’s ChairThe past six months have flown by; it’s hard to believe half a year is already
gone. It’s been an incredibly busy time for us at the DRHS. The first few
months of the year, usually our “slow season,” was consumed with changes
and new initiatives so that we can serve our animals and our community
better.
One thing that is constant in the animal welfare industry is change. Because
we deal with living, breathing creatures, no two days are ever the same.
New research changes the landscape in which we work, and best practices
are shared to help shelters better adapt and care for a changing homeless
pet population. These days, an animal shelter needs to be both resilient and
flexible.
Over the past few years, we’ve seen a considerable shift in the animals
brought to the DRHS. Fewer dogs are being brought through the doors, as
more are being rehomed through alternative means. The number of cats
admitted, however, has been steadily increasing and make up more than
half of our 4,000 animal admissions. Cats, in general, require more shelter
resources, have more difficulty adjusting to a shelter environment, and take
longer to get adopted. This has required us to change the way we work.
The changes we’ve made at the DRHS this year – from dramatically lowering
cat adoption fees to requesting an appointment when surrendering a pet
– have been implemented with one goal in mind: to increase the adoption
of safe and healthy pets. After months of research, conversations and plan-
ning, we’ve found ways in which the DRHS can work more efficiently and
effectively, providing more animals a second chance at life.
While some of the concepts seem confusing or strange, it’s really quite
simple: decrease the amount of time from when an animal is admitted to
when it is adopted. A faster turnaround, or “length of stay,” as we call it, gets
more animals into adoptive homes. With less time in the shelter, animals
(especially cats) have less stress. Lower stress levels decrease anxiety-induced
illness and aggression. Animals spend less time here, which allows space for
more animals without overcrowding.
It’s still early in the process, but the results we’ve seen thus far are amazing.
We have hit a historic high for the percentage of animals that have been
adopted, transferred to another rescue or returned to their owners.
Our staff deserve a “high paw” for the work they’ve done, but my gratitude
is also extended to you. Thank you for supporting the work of the DRHS and
saving the lives of our furry friends.
The Dubuque Regional Humane
Society is committed to placing only
healthy, treatable and safe animals
into the community.
Maria Benham, President & CEO
Length of stay (LOS) is increasingly recognized
as a critical factor in a shelter’s capacity to save
lives. The DRHS is working vigilantly to reduce
LOS which will help to provide a better outcome
for each adoptable shelter pet.
The first six months of 2015 yielded major increas-
es in the percentage of adoptable dogs and cats
compared to the same time last year. Dog adop-
tions are up 12% (90% total) and cat adoptions
have increased by 31% (73% total).
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Strut Your MuttThe 22nd annual 5K dog walk—Strut Your Mutt—raised
nearly $22,000 for the animals on May 16. Many thanks
to our sponsors, participants, vendors and volunteers!
A special thank you to Big Apple Bagels, CR Signs, Harris
Golf Cars, HyVee and LT Amusements. Top honors went
Kim Oberbroeckling (most individual pledges), Fast &
Furriest (most team pledges), and Colonial Terrace
Animal Hospital (team with the most participants.)Linda & Marty
Burbridge
®
Olate Dogs Rescue Tour
Friday, August 14 - 7 PM
The talented Olate Dogs are
coming to the Dubuque Five Flags
Center. Winner of the 2012 season
of America’s Got Talent, this high-en-
ergy, fast-paced dog act is filled with
amazing pet tricks. Most of their dogs
are shelter rescues. Adoptable DRHS
pets will be on display in the lobby.
Kinsey’s Campus Campfire Night
Monday, August 17 - 5:30 to 7 PM
Outdoor meet and greet night for
volunteers. Event features snacks,
refreshments, giveaways and raffle.
RSVP by August 15 to Lisa at
[email protected], or call
563-583-3314. Event will be held
inside if it is raining.
National Pet Adoptathons
August 8 & 9 - 11 AM to 3 PM
PETCO National Adoption Event
September 11-13 - 11 AM to 3 PM
PetSmart National Adoption Event
Humane Heroes (junior volunteer
club for kids 8 to 11 years)
September - May (first Saturdays)
Clubhouse is open from 9:30 to
10:30 AM. Registration fee of $25
helps cover the cost of supplies.
Tails at Twilight - Annual Fall Gala
Friday, October 2
See our cover story!
Yappy Hour at Jumpers
Friday, October 9 - 5 to 9 PM
Jumpers Bar & Grill - Plaza 20
Bring your dog and join us for this
fun outdoor social!
Volunteer Orientations First Saturdays - 11 AM to Noon
Third Thursdays - 5:30 to 6:30 PM
Pet Loss Support Group Second Saturdays - 11 AM to Noon
Agility ClubTuesdays - 5:30 to 6:30 PM
$5 per session/per dog
CALENDAROF EVENTS
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Dancing for Dogs...and Cats too!On June 6, Bob Smith and Pamela Mumm waltzed to
the tune of “Moon River” at Dancing with the Stars
Dubuque Style. Bob and wife Nan chose the DRHS as
their pet charity for this event raising almost $11,000
for our shelter pets. Bob & Nan’s dog Hudson—a DRHS
alum—served as Bob’s dance coach.
Cubs, Cards & CrittersJumpers Sports Bar & Grill hit a home run for our
shelter pets on June 27 with a unique raffle fund-
raiser they developed called “Cubs, Cards & Crit-
ters.” Hobie Wood, Julie Wood and Mark Ring
provided four raffle prizes which raised $560 for
shelter animals. Adoptable pets were on display as
well and Astrid found a forever home! Many thanks
to Jumpers and to everyone who came out to sup-
port this fun event! They will be hosting a “Yappy
Hour” for you and your dog in their parking lot
on Friday, October 9 starting at 5 PM, so mark your
calendar!Logo contributed by Kt Schramm
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Back From the Brink
The DRHS unleashed a series of
new programs and services in
the first half of 2015 to better
serve our animals and the tri-
state community.
NEW CAT ADOPTION PRICING
On January 2, the DRHS rolled
out a new adoption fee structure
for all cats and kittens. Cats one
year and over are $25, and kit-
tens under a year are $50.
CHANGE IN SHELTER HOURS
To better serve the tri-state com-
munity and our animals, the
DRHS changed the operating
hours in January. See page two
for a list of our shelter hours.
PET PANTRY
Financial difficulties due to job
loss or a change in family sta-
tus are among the top reasons
why owners surrender pets to
the DRHS. A pet food pantry has
been established to temporarily
assist families in need. Approved
Pet Pantry participants can pick
up supplies anytime during our
operating hours. Donations
of unopened bags of dog and
cat food, and kitty litter can be
dropped off at our front desk
during operating hours.
OWNER SURRENDER BY
APPOINTMENT
The DRHS now requires owners
to surrender their pets by calling
first. By scheduling an appoint-
ment, the staff will have the op-
portunity to gather important
medical and behavioral informa-
tion on the pet. It allows us to
manage the inflow of animals,
provide better service to own-
ers, and, ultimately, provide
better care of our animals.
Life is sweet for Russell now, but prior
to last October, day-to-day existence
for him and his canine companion Wil-
son was heart wrenching.
Russell’s new life began last fall when
he and his pal Wilson were surrendered
by their owners. Their owners told us
that the dogs were “a little thin.” The
condition of the dogs caused our vet-
erinary team to spring into action. They
were so thin that you could see their
ribs and they didn’t have the strength
to stand or wag their tails. (Russell’s
intake photo is pictured to the right.)
Hanging on by a thread was a 6-year-
old Pug named Wilson and 3-year-old
Boxer named Russell. Wilson went into
respiratory distress and died two hours
after his arrival. Russell received IV flu-
ids for 72 hours and clung to life day
by day.
Once Russell began to regain strength,
he offered a constant supply of tail
wags and wanted to be near the staff.
He then spent two weeks in foster care
with Cassandra (see below). Through-
out his shelter and foster experience,
Russell gained 21 pounds.
After Wilson and Russell’s former
owners had packed up and left town,
the police went into the basement
of their home and discovered an
appalling sight. The windows were
covered with black trash bags, and
the floors were covered with feces and
urine. Each of the owners were charged
with two counts of animal neglect.
The DRHS was able to serve as a
refuge—providing Wilson with
respect and compassion in his final
hours, and to provide Russell with
love and an opportunity for a long and
happy life.
Below: Russell (dog on the left) is pictured
with Cassandra and his owner, Reid, at
“Strut Your Mutt” on May 16.
NEWS TO MEWS
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More than 200 children in grades
two through six will experience
this year’s Kids & Critters Camp
from June through August. New
this year was a special one day
camp at the Boys & Girls Club.
Many thanks to our volunteers
and guest speakers. This year’s
camp was sponsored in part by the
Kiwanis Club of Dubuque.
CALLING ALL PARTY ANIMALS!Celebrate your birthday party
at the DRHS! All proceeds from
party rentals provide care for our
shelter animals.
Party Animal Expert:
Lisa Kucharski
Community Outreach Coodinator
Phone: 563-583-3314
Email: [email protected]
Pictured below: Brianna had a birthday
party in December of 2014. Instead of gifts
for herself, she asked her guests to bring
presents for our shelter animals!
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On Saturday, June 20, staff from Cottingham & Butler participated in a
“Corporate for Canines” event at PetSmart. This initiative partners businesses
with our shelter pets to help them find forever homes. Businesses provide
their staff for our off-site adoption events —we do all the rest! London, a
5-year-old Cocker Spaniel pictured on the right, was adopted that weekend!
C&B in the Spotlight
Casual 4 CaninesBusiness Owners - let your staff go
casual and raise money for shelter
animals! Companies that partici-
pate in Casual 4 Canines have the
opportunity to make a major im-
pact right here in our community.
Here’s the scoop: Casual 4 Canines
participants wear jeans in exchange
for making a donation to help shel-
ter pets! The participating company
determines the date and the cost to
wear jeans to work (i.e. $10). All pro-
ceeds go to care for the 4,000 lost,
abandoned and unwanted animals
that the DRHS cares for each year!
We will provide your participants
with a Casual 4 Canines participation
sticker. On your special day, we can
also set up an office visit to let your
staff visit with some of our shelter
pets that they are helping.
To schedule a Casual 4 Canines
event contact:
Ann Lorenz
Development & Marketing Director
Direct Line: 563.556.5324
Email: [email protected]
For more information, visit us at
www.dbqhumane.org.
SPONSORSHIPOPPORTUNITIES
Many thanks to the Sandy Hook Tavern for choosing the DRHS as the
recipient of their June 12 BIKE NIGHT event. They held a 50/50 cash
raffle for our shelter pets!
Million Cat ChallengeThe Dubuque Regional Humane Society is participat-
ing in a national shelter-based campaign called the
MILLION CAT CHALLENGE which is focused on saving
the lives of one million cats in North America over the
next five years. The core strategy of the campaign in-
cludes five key initiatives that offer practical choices
to reduce euthanasia and increase live outcomes for
shelter cats. For more information visit their website
at www.millioncatchallenge.org.
The MILLION CAT CHALLENGE advocates five techniques
to improve outcomes for shelter cats.
1. IMPLEMENT MANAGED ADMISSIONS
Slow down the flow of incoming cats by requiring an
appointment for surrender and only accepting new
intakes on specific days. The DRHS implemented Owner
Surrender by Appointment in June. This initiative has
worked very effectively for shelters nationwide. See
page five for more information.
2. OFFER INTAKE ALTERNATIVES
Cat owners often surrender their cats because
of behavioral or financial issues, including food
and vet costs. Providing free or low-cost vet care
or food donations is often less expensive than
sheltering a cat and ensures the animal remains in its
home.
The DRHS has established a free Pet Pantry for families
experiencing financial difficulties. See page five for more
information.
3. FOCUS ON PROVIDING QUALITY CARE
When shelters offer a bigger space and enrichment,
cats are healthier, happier and more adoptable. The
DRHS utilizes our large cat condos whenever possible.
Our other cat enclosures are expandable by opening up
retractable panels, with a separate litter box area, to al-
low our cats as much space as possible. A scratching pad
and enrichment toys are provided for all shelter cats.
4. REMOVE BARRIERS TO ADOPTION
Expensive adoption fees make it harder for families to
adopt. The DRHS reduced our cat and kitten adoption
fees effective January 2. Cats over one year are now only
$25 and kittens under a year are $50.
5. PRACTICE “RETURN TO FIELD”
This initiative advocates returning strays to their origi-
nal neighborhoods after they are evaluated for health
and altered. There is currently no “Trap-Neuter-Release”
(TNR) program in the Tri-State area, which requires the
cooperation of government, shelters and community
members.
From the MailbagIt was late afternoon and my daughter Jadie and I ventured to the
Dubuque Regional Humane Society in search of a puppy. Little did
we know that we would soon fall in love with Franky, a 6-year-old
American Bulldog/Blue Heeler mix. The look in his eyes said it all,
“Adopt me!” So, as we left that day, I felt that Franky truly was the
dog we needed in our family. We were hooked—line and sinker.
We pondered for a few days just to make sure there was no conflict
with him and our other dog, Jake. We had them meet. It was a
success and today they are best of friends. Franky even shares his
bed with Jake. So on March 11, 2015, we got to adopt Franky into
our family. The DRHS is the BEST! The animals are treated with the
utmost respect and care. We are so blessed to have Franky in our
lives and we are happy to give him a forever home. Franky truly is
a rock star! Terri
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Many thanks to our friends of the animals for their gen-erous gifts from January 1 - June 30, 2015. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this list. Please let us know if correc-tions are needed.
Nettie Abresch Phillip Adam Alliant Energy FoundationMary AlthausSandra AmbergAmerican Trust & Savings BankKaren Anderson Phil Anderson Gunnar & Iyla AntFrancis & Norma ApelScott & Carolyn Arnold Scott Arnold Brenda Atkinson Audubon Elementary School Edward & Shirley Babka Marcia Backes James BaggsRichard Bagster-CollinsKenneth BaileyDavid BarryEdward Barud Ruth BaumhoverRich & Patricia Bean Joyce & Wesley BeelerThomas & Anne Benda Cindy M. BenedictPaul & Maria Benham Catherine BennettGinny Berg Justin BirdnowJulie Black Lois BlackEdwin & Barbara BlinksDoug & Suzanne BoeckmannMary Brady Karla BraigThomas & Kim Brandt Tim & Amy BreitfelderDelbert & Delight Brimeyer Lisa & Scott Brimeyer Paul & Kathleen Brimeyer Rose BrimeyerDennis Broessel Brown County United Way Melissa & Rick BrownCarmen Burds John & Rebecca BurgartPeggy BurkardButler Family Foundation Matt CainMargaret CasperTimothy & Heather Chumbley Linda ClaussenCompassion for Pets FoundationDan & Jennifer Conlon Kate Coyle
Larry & Helen CremerMichael & Bev CurtissJohn DaltonDavid DatismanPaul & Myra DelongBridget Denemark Linda DeutmeyerShannon DeutmeyerMarilyn Dewey Sandy DietschArnie Ditch Ellen DodgeLynn DoerrCharles & Debora DonnellyMike & Jeanie DonohueJean Dregne Martha & Roger DriscollJudy DroesslerDubuque Bank & Trust Dubuque Community School DistrictDubuque Jaycees Richard & Darlene EddyPaul Ellerbeck Sharon Erickson Theresa & Darrel EusticeFalb Family Charitable FoundationLoras & Mary FeldmannDan & Vicki FleegeFlynn Family Foundation Mary ForbesFraternal Order of Eagles Joe & Mary FrayneF. Hunter FuersteGretchen Fuerste & Mark LiaboeRommel & Donnelle Fuerste Vicki & Dale Furlough Galena Middle SchoolGalena Primary SchoolJulie GassmannMelissa GentzJim & Bernita GilbertsonCharlie & Vicki Glab Nia GleasonKayla S. GlenDarlene GoffinetCatherine A. GoodmanSara GoransonElizabeth Graves Della GriffinSarah GuentherDiann & Richard GunsHappy Joe’s Pizza & Ice CreamDaniel Harris & Marsha Horwitz Deb HarwickAllen Harves John Hastings John Haynie Kristy HefelAndrew Heiar Donald HeickenValerie J. Heitzman Thomas & Sherry HellingHempstead High School
Barb HermanBetty HillarySandra HirsteinColleen HodgsonAlyssa HoerschelmanJulie HoffmanBob & Lamee Holscher Charitable TrustJames & Melissa Holz
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Todd Birkel Jennifer HoppmanMarilyn HornDoug & Karen HorstmannHy-Vee Fuel Asbury Plaza Iams / EukanubaIowa Greyhound Association Mary Lou JacobiMary Janssen Jim & Sue JarchowCharles JohnsonDavid Johnson & Terri BradyDuane JohnsonTammy JonesRandy & Pat JudgeStephen J. JuergensMary Jo KenneallyKennedy School Troop 7279Julie Kieffer Sue & Steve KirschbaumKlauer Family Charitable Foundation Bob & Judy KlauerJim & Nancy KlauerWilliam R. KlauerLoras & Marlene KleinDarlene KlostermannSarah KnabelDon & Mary Anne Knefel Eric KnuthJody KoellerRichard & Margaret KolckBeverly Kolz Teresa Kolz-DanuserJanell KotzHarold & Deanna Krambeer Edward KrasnodemskiCary & Paulette KressBrian & Angie KronlageJodi KronlagePaul & Angie KronlageAlan KruegerWilliam & Carole Kubler Tamra KurthKurtz Communications Inc. Deborah Labeau Karyn LangeAndrea LarsenJohn LeaseCandice M. LeboweBarbara Leifker Robert Leuenberger & Jereldine VernonCarl & Marcella LickelWalter LinkLynne LippertGlenda LivingstonRandy & Rachel Longhurst Charles & Mary Longo
Longshadow Foundation Loras CollegeAnn LorenzBarb LudwigPeter Lynch, Lynch Chiropractic PLLCMelissa Lyon Judith L. Mahlkuch Jennifer MandersDustin ManternachAlvin & Laura Marcy Linda Marquis & James GehrAmanda MartinRobert Mattan Luci Mattinen Keith McDermottDick & Carol McGrane McKesson Foundation Mac A. McKichan, Jr.Erin McNaughton Marsha MeisterLance MensterClark Metz Austin MeyerJames & Wendy Miller Jeffrey & Susan Miller Kaitlyn MillerMonticello Nursing & Rehab CenterGreg & Joan Moore Sherry MooreMorrison Brothers Co.Paula Norby Ron & Barb NowackiCarissa OberbroecklingCarrie O’Brien Frank O’ConnorFrancis & Arleen OuderkirkOur Redeemer Lutheran ChurchJanetlee Pallone Patrick & Ruth Palzkill Robert C. PapeJoyce ParsonsBrian & Sylvia PeckhamJohn Perrenoud Petango Store PETCO FoundationDebra Petersen Pets for the Elderly Foundation Mark & Tracy Pettinger Rich & Lynn Powers Prudential Foundation Matching GiftsBrendan & Jeanne QuannJanet Quick Irene RabyMarty & Angie Recker Wendi & Steven ReichlingRoland & Carol Riekena Bob & Cynthia RiuttaJames & Therese RixNancy RobinsonCorey & Penny Roeder William Rokusek Wendy L. RundeKaye Running Kaylee Ryan Jodi SagePeter & Ginger Sakas
Pamela Sander Fusako Sato Warren & Rita Schesser Suzette Schmelzer Mary L. SchmitDonna SchmittJohn & Traci SchmittPaul & Elyn Schroeder Jason & Tricia SchumacherJo SedbrookJohn Sedler Tim & Joan SennSteven & Stephanie SetterClare ShawBarry & Mary Jo ShearMike ShieldsRandy & Kathy Sigman Jason & Kelsie Simmons Irene SislerSkemp Co./IPI Wealth ManagementCarl W. SmithBob & Nan SmithFred & Joyce Smith Marya SmithKelly Sullivan SoleyLaura SoofiErma SoppeTim & Naomi SprankDavid & Eva StabenowBraanna SteenPaul Steffen & Dr. Laurie Garms Kimberly SteinerSteve & Janel Stoffel Melissa Stone Sharon StrattonLouise StrubKarl & Hilary StubbenDavid & Deanna StudierCarole Sullivan & Jan LavacekPatsy SwailesCurtis Tarver Jim & Marita TheisenDebbie ThenKathy Tierney Richard & Rhonda Tracy Tri-State Transportation Club University of Dubuque Tom & Karlyn Van Gelder Randy & LaVonne VaskeVerizon Foundation Matching Gift ProgramJames VesselsClare VosbergKari Voss JD Walck Sandra Waldman Judith & Christopher WandDolores Weber David & Mary Beth Weiland Theresa Weipert Judy WeyantCatherine Wills Nancy Wilson & Arthur WinneAlexx Wintermote & BJ MaloneyJoyce WisnewskiAnnette Wohlers
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Gifts & Tributes
Carol WokerYoung-uns Child Care CenterMichael & Kari Zelinskas Michael Zeman
IN MEMORY OF PEOPLEIn memory of Phyliss BernhardtJanice Johnson
In memory of Doug BiedlerJodi Beidler
In memory of Mil BogeRalph & Jodie Darrow
In memory of Thomas E. ChristElizabeth C. Christ
In memory of Nancy Johnson ColbertDouglas & Suzanne Boeckmann
In memory of Donna Jean DowneyTom & Kathy Barrington
In memory of Cathy Gantz A.D. Huesing Corp Keith & Jane BahlMarty & Cindy BernsRyan E. & Raquel L. BurbachPatrick & Karen CurranAdam & Ashley DideschFrancis, Cookie & Chad FrommeltJim & Jean GantzGo the Distance Baseball, LLCHeartland Financial/Dubuque Bank & TrustTimothy J. & Penney M. HilkinHonkamp Krueger & Co. Community ServiceHonkamp Krueger & Co. Tax. Dept.Brian & Deborah HowesJulie KempKen & Debra KipperGary & Janet Kremer Dan & Mary McAuliffeR. Michael & Judith McCoyNancy McLaughlinLarry & Shirley McNamerMichael McNamerPaula NorbyTracy, Craig, Justin & Kelly NowackBarbara & Richard ParishLinda RobbinsPeter & Deborah SchneiderSteve Smith Colleen & Eddie SynowieckiThe Gillette Group Inc.Angela K. ValentineJames & Susan ValletMary Pat VosbergAnn WertzMarlene G. Woller
In memory of Janet GerstkampNorma & Sam Sanchez
In memory of Joseph GrosserKim Baliff
In memory of her grandmother Emma Hefel Suzanne Haupt
In memory of John JensenScott & Beth Putnam
In memory of Sharon JohnsonSharon Johnson Memorial Fund
In memory of Rick KennikerJudy Kenniker
In memory of Joshua KoopmannPatrick & Deanna Koopmann
In memory of Patty LathamJohn & Nancy Ferry
In memory of Ronald R. MaloneJanet Malone
In memory of Bob MichelKathy Michel
In memory of Arnold & Kathleen OlsemEric & Trudy Olsem-Lally
In memory of Martha PickeringDan & Karen Brown
In memory of Mary SawyerPolly Richter
In memory of Richard & Rosie TharpJeff & Marilynn Mazzanti
In memory of June Wix Bob & Jackie Brown
IN HONOR OF PEOPLEIn honor of all DRHS staffMaria Benham
In honor of Alyssa ReuterTerry & Ann Boyle
In honor of Mary Lou LindeckerSonny & Rayetta Gassman
In honor of Drake & Tori Hedley’s birthdays Cindy & Jamey HedleyJustin & Lisa Karnes
In honor of Ella & JackJosh & Julia Jorgenson
In honor of Jay JubeckKristine Jubeck
In honor of their weddingJeremy & Brianna Kirschbaum
In honor of Steve MeyerChristine Kohlmann & Keith Rippe
In honor of William FuersteNicole Miller
On behalf of Nancy Shannon’s volunteer effortsModine Manufacturing Company Foundation
In celebration of his weddingKevin Natzke
In honor of Daniel Hopp’s 8th BirthdayChristopher & Angela NoelRachel & James GuenthermanTimothy & Jennifer PottsWendy Hopp
On behalf of Molly A. ValaskeyPremier Bank
In honor of Lilly & Fritz’s BirthdaysWalter & Rolene Reinhardt
In honor of Bernie and his dog MagooKeith Shaw
In honor of Betty WinchErnest Winch
In honor of Leah’s BirthdayBecky ZiemanMark & Jennifer Zieman
IN MEMORY OF PETSIn memory of Lucy & MidnightMary & Harry Althaus
In memory of TinkerbellLois Black
In memory of DaisyRick Bowser & Christine Holm
In memory of Boo & MagooMichael J. Breitner
In memory of LaceyJoyce Brinkmoeller
In memory of Wizard & ZazuLynea S. Broessel
In memory of Tazzie Bob & Jackie Brown
In memory of ShastaDaniel & Kay Brune
In memory of PutzDavid Bushman
In memory of JakeEliza Cole
In memory of Charlie & PepperJulie Conklin
In memory of CharlieJohn & Cathy Darrah
In memory of Cooper DarrowRalph & Jodie Darrow
In memory of ShylaKaren Drissi
In memory of SonnyBeverly Jane Elsinger
In memory of BudWendy Fadness
In memory of Yogi, Millie & GingerLaura & Dennis Feil
In memory of RebaJanet Fisher
In memory of BootsieRoger & Gloria Fuller
In memory of Fuzzy GiesePaula & Tom Giese
In memory of IzzyDan Griswold
In memory of Angel, Taska, Holly, Buddy, and DaisyJanaan Haberkorn
In memory of Dusty Mary Jo Hennessy
In memory of Mother BlackieMary Lucille Herbst
In memory of Morris & DreyfusJames, Susan & Rufus Herron
In memory of Scooby & ScrappySandy Johll
In memory of Parker Schumacher and LopearMary Jo Kenneally
In memory of Roary & PinkieFlorence Krohn
In memory of OtisJean Linenfelser
In memory of TwylaJoseph Magno
In memory of Melody & HarmonyCherie McDermott
In memory of LalaLaura Merrick
In memory of ButtonsLaura Moser
In memory of ColePat & Ronald Nauman
In memory of JakeJill Osterhaus
In memory of SamsonGregg & Emily Painter
In memory of Baby BoyLinda Paisley
In memory of LuckyJohn A. Perrenoud
In memory of JRBetty Phillips
In memory of You YewCelestine Reardon
In memory of PeanutWendi Reichling
In memory of Mama Kitty & PriscillaWalter & Rolene Reinhardt
In memory of Mary Sawyer’s beloved cat SammiPolly Richter
In memory of Max & SpikeFred & Carol Schieltz
In memory of Nip HopSandra Schuller
In memory of BuddyBecky Sharkey
In memory of Rita Stark’s dogsRita Stark
In memory of Buddy Reid & Sarge Kalmes StephensLesley Stephens
In memory of Timber & NikiJane Tart
In memory of HeidiShelia Tomkins
In memory of RoyRonald W. Touney
In memory of BugeraSteven Watson
In memory of DuchessThomas & Patricia Wertz
In memory of LuckyBill & Judy Willis
In memory of ButtonMary Ann Winter
In memory of Good Boy JoeJoyce & Sophie Wisnewski
In memory of all the homeless animalsSteve & Sara Witt
In memory of RustyAnnette Wohlers
IN HONOR OF PETSIn honor of MarleyKris Ahmann
In honor of DustyRobert Arensdorf
In honor of Miss KittyLeRoy J. Armbruster
In honor of LuckyMarcia Azbell
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In honor of Josie & JustinSharron Bauer
In honor of AnnieDonna Bauerly
In honor of Coco & RhebaLinda Beegle
In honor of RoxyJoyce Bries
In honor of ShiloPat & Charlie Brimeyer
In honor of Teddy & FlurryJohn & Rebecca Burgart
In honor of ShadowJim & Mary Calvert
In honor of Kika BelinSonia Casey
In honor of VickieRobert Crippes
In honor of HankHarold & Linda Takes Davis
In honor of BubbaLee & Elizabeth (Betty) Degroff
In honor of TuckerVirginia Dimick
In honor of Sonny Beverly Jane Elsinger
In honor of WalterRenee Farrey
In honor of Oliver GatesElizabeth Gates
In honor of RemyKelley Grevas
In honor of RoseMichael & Shauna Hastings
In honor of DRHS graduate DazeeJohn & Pat Ibeling
In honor of ToulaSandy Johll
In honor of TuckerKaren Karlson
In honor of OtisRichard Kleiboer
In honor of JackMary Kay Kleiner
In honor of ZippyVirginia Macker
In honor of LeoDavid & Peggy Marciniec
In honor of Sammy, Dot, Robbie, Moose Pie & Momma BunGregg & Micki Marolf
In honor of CharlieJerrilyn Maxwell
In honor of Blondon, Begon, & MaggieSandy Moore
In honor of Brewster & BabeJeanne Morford
In honor of FudgeSharon Murphy
In honor of PicklesKevin Natzke
In honor of CocoLinda Nightingale
In honor of DaisyJim Norman
In honor of Poo Bear & StormyDonald Peebles
In honor of SydneyPat Piekenbrock
In honor of HawkeyeNancy Phillips
In honor of RayneRegina Riley
In honor of ShiloShirley Sigman
In honor of Tinky
Michael & Sandy Smyth
In honor of Mojo Andrea & David Spaniol
In honor of CaseyPatricia Cullen Spensley
In honor and in memory of all the cats that have - and do - enrich(ed) my life!Dr. Kay Stensrud
In honor of Skipper
Pam Stierman
In honor of Sam & CaseyDiane B. Tschiggfrie
In honor of MeganBob & Nancy Wells
In honor of Wizard WilmingGary & Lisa Wilming
In honor of RuffieJoyce Wiltfang
In honor of Tootsie WinklehausPatricia Winklehaus
In honor of Thomas - best cat everTerry & Sophie WubbenIn honor of our beloved family dog, BubbaKeith & Sarah Wulf
2015 MEMORIAL BRICKSPurchase a memorial brick for our outdoor Tribute Garden for $100. See order form on page 11.
“In memory of Cathy M. Gantz”Honkamp, Krueger & Co.
“Bacall Cat of Ann Kies”
“Bob Cat of Ann Kies”“Buster Cat of Jon Maifield”“Felix Cat of Chris & Sarah” “Oscar Cat of S and C Maifield”“Patty Cat of Ann Kies”Chris & Sarah Maifield
“Bailey, you found your voice” Robert & Sandee Merrick
“My little buddy Dale ‘Bubbies’ “ Brittany Muntz
“Mollie Potts Scott”Erin Scott
SPONSOR A SHELTER PET!Contributions to sponsor adoptions are always welcome! $50 will sponsor a kitten$25 will sponsor an adult catAny amount above $140 will sponsor a shelter dog or puppy of your choice!
Donations were received toward the adoption of these shelter pets:
CATS: George, Gigi, Jazzy, Lucifer, Otis, Porsha, Rosco, Rocky, Shilo and Smokey
DOGS: Burton, Franky and Tobias.
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Days of CaringTwo paws up to the Dubuque Community Days of
Caring team for all of their hard work on April 24. This
annual event teams businesses with nonprofits to as-
sist with one-time projects. This year’s DRHS team was
comprised of eight staff from Black Hills Energy. Bricks
from the shelter’s previous location, as well as hundreds
of blank bricks for future inscription, were laid into the
new space. This project saved the DRHS over $1,600 in
labor expenses. Many thanks to Jeff Manders/Manders
Quality Concrete, our volunteer team from Black Hills
Energy, Brannon Monument Company, Rick Horsfield, and
Skyline Construction for your support for this project!
The shelter also plans to construct a tribute photo tile
wall in the lobby at Kinsey’s Campus. If you would like
to order a tribute brick or tile in honor, or in memory of,
a special person, pet or occasion, complete our Tribute
Brick & Tile Order Form provided on page 11.
The Dubuque Regional Humane Society’s new Tribute
Garden and walkway was designed by Jeff Manders from
Manders Quality Concrete.
BRICK INSCRIPTION Maximum of 30 character spaces per brick;
this includes spaces and punctuation.
TRIBUTE TILE INSTRUCTIONS
Include a color photograph no
smaller than 4” x 4” with your
order. You may also email a high-
resolution image (300 dpi) or
message instructions to
Yes! I want to help the lost, abandoned, and unwanted animals
at the Dubuque Regional Humane Society! $100 Donation - Tribute Brick $500 Donation - Tribute Tile
Name ________________________________
Organization ____________________________
Address _______________________________
City/State/Zip ___________________________
Phone ________________________________
Email ________________________________
Check (payable to Dubuque Regional
Humane Society)
Please charge my credit card:
CREDIT CARD TYPE (Circle One):
MC Visa Discover AmEx
Card Number __________________________
Expires ___________ Security Code ________
Signature _____________________________
Mail or drop off completed form to: Dubuque Regional Humane Society, 4242 Chavenelle Road, Dubuque, IA 52002
Questions? Call Ann at 563.556.5324, or email [email protected] www.dbqhumane.org
Tribute Bricks & TilesHelp the animals at the Dubuque Regional Humane Society by purchasing a
tribute brick or tile in honor or in memory of a precious pet, loved one, or for a
special occasion. All proceeds help the over 4,000 animals cared for each year by
the DRHS.
Our new outdoor Tribute Garden which hosts our tribute bricks was completed
in April 2015 thanks to volunteers from the Dubuque Community Days of Caring
and Manders Quality Concrete. See story on page 10.
8” x 4” Tribute Brick - $100 Memorial or Honorary GiftEach brick is individually engraved and serves as a permanent tribute to the pet
or person that gave you their love, affection, and respect. Bricks will be laid into
our new outdoor Tribute Garden at Kinsey’s Campus.
4” x 4” Tribute Tile - $500 Memorial or Honorary GiftChoose a full-color photo tile with the name and photo of a pet or loved one, or
a heartfelt message, to be displayed inside of Kinsey’s Campus.
Tribute Brick - actual size: 8” x 4”
Tribute Photo Tile - actual size 4” x 4”
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4242 Chavenelle Road
Dubuque, IA 52002
563.582.6766
www.dbqhumane.org
DRHS protects and promotes the
well-being of all animals by fostering
respect for their inherent dignity.
RUFF REPORTSummer 2015
A QUARTERLY PUBLICATION OF THE DUBUQUE REGIONAL HUMANE SOCIETY
NON-PROFIT
ORGANIZATION
PAID
DUBUQUE, IA
PERMIT NO. 150
The Dubuque Regional Humane Society is a private, non-profit organization serving the tri-states since 1901. We are not affiliated with any national animal welfare organizations.
Show your allegiance to your favorite species with the Cats vs. Dogs 50/50 Cash Raffle! Your ticket will be entered into
one of the drawings to take place at the Dubuque Regional Humane Society’s annual fall gala Tails at Twilight on October
2. The more tickets – the bigger the payout! Check out our Facebook page, web site, or listen to the radio for updates on
which animal is in the lead! To purchase your raffle tickets call 563.582.6766 or visit us at Kinsey’s Campus. Winner does
not need to be present to win.
ARE YOU A CAT PERSON...OR A DOG PERSON?
Hadley’s Dog ParkMEMBERSHIP FEES:Key Fob Deposit: $10
One Time Pass: $10
90-Day Member Pass:
$45 for the first dog
$10 for second dog
One-Year Pass:
$100 for first dog
$10 for second dog
OPERATING HOURS:The operating hours for Hadley’s Dog
Park are 6 AM to 8 PM.
The DRHS has the right to temporarily
close the Dog Park for special events
or shelter related activities.
Dog park applications are available
at Kinsey’s Campus, or online at
www.dbqhumane.org.