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In this issue:
Rupurt Gets a Second Chance
Honor Earth Month this April
Spring and Summer Volunteer Opportunities
Exclusively for Kids
The Final Swim
Rupurt Gets a Second Chance
PAWS' matchmakers recently received a terrific update from Samantha
Barth who welcomed Rupurt, a PAWS shelter dog, into her life earlier
this year. Rupurt was at a shelter in Walla Walla, Washington for a few
months, until he was transferred to PAWS to give him a fresh chance at
finding a home. As a teenaged pup, Rupurt persistently barked in his
kennel, but was well-mannered and eager to learn when outside. After a
month stay at PAWS, the perfect person for him finally arrived.
Samantha wrote:
"Rupurt
is still not thrilled about being left at home in his big kennel, but
he is learning and growing so well! Since he moved in, Rupurt has
learned manners (don't jump up, no mouth, can't take food), obedience
(sit, wait, come, leave it), and general household do's and don'ts (do
potty outside, don't potty inside, do chew a bone, but don't chew the
cords).
He has mastered play at the dog park, walking on a lead, and
snuggling on the sofa. The vet said he is a healthy boy, and Rupurt
proudly wears his dog collar with a license and his new dog tag.
All in all, Rupurt has proven to be a wonderful companion, a
happy pet, and a loving new member of the family. I don't know how
often you get to hear how the doggies you helped get adopted turn out
in their new homes, and I thought you'd enjoy knowing that this one
seems happy as can be!"
Samantha also informs PAWS that Rupurt
is now learning the joys of hiking the great Northwest. Thank you
Samantha, for giving a shelter dog the second chance he deserves.
Honor Earth Month this April
In honor of Earth Month, save some "green" when you adopt a pet. PAWS
is offering $25 off the adoption fee for adult cats and adult dogs
throughout April. You'll also receive a special gift to help you and
your new companion be a little greener. Do your part by adopting a homeless animal today! Because love is a renewable energy.
A fledgling American Robin is being fed by a volunteer at PAWS Wildlife Center.
Spring and Summer Volunteer Opportunities
With
the longer days, comes the need to increase our volunteer ranks here at
PAWS. If you are looking for something to do with your spare time this
spring and summer, PAWS is looking for people who can provide TLC in
their homes to at-risk kittens and puppies. We also need volunteers to
hand-feed orphaned wild baby birds at PAWS Wildlife Center, and lots of
enthusiastic animal-lovers to be PAWS' ambassadors at community fairs
and festivals. Interested? Check out the volunteer opportunities available at PAWS.
Exclusively for Kids
Introducing two, one-of-a-kind, hands-on workshops at PAWS, launching
in May, created exclusively for young people. The first workshop is all
about cats and dogs, where kids can learn more about their behavior and
how to train them in a positive way. Attendees will also have an
opportunity to visit with one of PAWS' adoptable cats or dogs as well
as a special shelter animal ambassador.
The second workshop is for the nature
lover. Kids will discover how to appreciate, respect and help wildlife
in their community. This workshop will be packed with interactive
games, crafts, a nature trail walk on PAWS' campus, and an opportunity
to handle wildlife artifacts (such as owl wings and a hawk talon).
Programs fill quickly, so register today!
The Final Swim
Every year since 2000, animal-lovers Paul Zimmerman and Bob Donovan
have braved the cold waters of Puget Sound for Paddle for PAWS,
swimming from Vashon Island to West Seattle to raise awareness of, and
much-needed funds for PAWS. That's more than 35 miles for animals in
need and a total of over $23,000 raised!
May 17, 2009 will mark the final swim for Paul and Bob. Join us as we celebrate all that they have accomplished. Learn how you can support their efforts.
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