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Spring 2013VOLUME 80

In This Issue... WPHS Volunteer Lori Happy Adoptions Upcoming Events Humane Investigations Update 2012 Annual Report

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Publisher: Western Pennsylvania Humane Society

ExecutiveDirector: David Janusek

Editors: Sarah Shively Whitney Venus Deanne Heller

Contributors: Sarah Shively, Whitney Venus, Deanne Heller, Jamie Remple, Ron Smith, Isabelle Schroeder

Western Pennsylvania Humane Society1101 Western Avenue

Pittsburgh, PA 15233-4625www.wpahumane.org

1680 Fallen Timber RoadElizabeth, PA 15037

The Western Pennsylvania Humane Society was established in 1874 to prevent cruelty to animals, children and the elderly. Today WPHS embraces an ‘Open Door Mission’ and cares for every pet in need. The Western Pennsylvania Humane Society receives no financial operating support from donations made to regional or national animal welfare organizations. WPHS is not directly funded through local, state or federal tax dollars. A copy of the official registration and financial information may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll-free within Pennsylvania: 1.800.732.0999.

Board of Directors

Advisory Board

Maribeth HookCarolyn KozlowskiMargaret StanleyRalph SterzingerDoreen ValentineKeith West

Charlie Batch Jane Blattner Larry MichalikAnthony Pardo,DVM, DACVSKaren Craig BrubakerConstance GeorgeLisa GiustiKurt GottschalkSean Gray

Bob GustineEvan KleinLinda LeonhardtMelanie Crockard Barbara Ross Mary RyanJeffrey SterlingBecky TorbinSally Wiggin

&PETS PEOPLE A few months ago we announced the future expansion site of the Western Pennsylvania

Humane Society in Shaler Township. We’d like to share a little more about the new facility and how you can get involved.

The first floor of the Shaler Facility allows for a state of the art adoption center with space for more than 60 cats and kittens at any given time. Pets that prefer living alone will be housed in modern kitty suites with all the comforts they need. Pets that enjoy the company of others will be housed in cat colonies. This innovative way to house cats and kittens allows for important social interaction, room to roam and a home-like environment, enriching cats and increasing their adoptability. In total, we will have approximately 30 kitty suites and 6 colony rooms as well as additional kitty suites for a cat isolation area. The new facility will also house a bunny adoption room with space for a dozen or more bunnies. There will be 2 “meet and greet” rooms for potential adopters to meet their new best friend. And, we’ll have a retail store for pet owners to get all of their pet supplies at affordable prices. Future plans also include a low cost spay and neuter clinic since pet-overpopulation is a serious problem in our area.

The second floor is dedicated to dog obedience training. With almost 2,000 square feet of space, the pups will have plenty of room to learn everything from basic skills to Canine Good Citizen training. We’ll even have agility classes!

Join us to make our vision a reality - we need your help to make the Shaler Facility a success. Here’s what you can do:

Donate: We have many giving opportunities available and need your support. Call our Development Department to find out more information, mail your donation to us, or make a gift online at www.wpahumane.org

Volunteer: Have some extra time? Consider cat cuddling or other volunteer opportunities at the Shaler Facility (or at our North Shore or Fallen Timber Shelter). Visit our website www.wpahumane.org/volunteer.html to find out how!

Foster: We utilize foster homes to give us much needed space for our pets. Find out how you can foster a pet at www.wpahumane.org/foster.html

Adopt: Meet your new best friend at one of our shelters, or see them on our website at www.wpahumane.org/adopt.html

Thanks to our great relationship with Print King, Inc., we are able to bring this newsletter to you in color! Tell us what you think by emailing us at info@wpahumane.org.

Our Fallen Timber Shelter has been undergoing some new construction. Thanks to a generous donor, our cats will be able to play in a new cat colony room! This room will be used to give our kitties cage breaks as well as give them cuddling time. As you may know, happy and stress-free cats are less likely to contract an illness during their time at a shelter. If you would like to donate toys and supplies for our cats at Fallen Timber, you can drop off items during their open hours!

Organization Updates

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WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA

HUMANE SOCIETY STAFF

Lela ArnoldMichelle Baker

Susan BaxendellSandra Bindschadler

Kimberly BiondoTodd Blauvelt

Katherine BorlandCathy S. BrickerDonna L. Bucek

Brian A. Bucek Jr.Allison Caldwell

Amber L. ChapmanBrittany A. Clemm

Rachel CrownCarol Culp

Anjouli DapiceChelsea Debold

Jessica E. DettlingChrista L. Diebel

Karen R. DioguardiGenevieve Farine

Linda M. FeitlGretchen Fieser

Michelle G. GasperChristen E. Gilmore

Erin GriffithsDeanne HellerShannon Hill

David JanusekJessica Johnston

Karen JonesJoy C Kealey

Tawny D. KempaGregory F. Kempa

Gail N. KnutsenNicole L. KrillDara L. Krom

Michael LimbergTammy LinkBarbara Lyle

Terry LyleJessica Lynch

Marcail MadorumErin Maguire

Melissa MahoneyGeri Marshall

Dara M. MetzgerRoy Miller

Chelsea MillsEdward Mitchell

Lauren MullinJamie L. MurrayMichael E. NagelKristin D. O’KeefeShannon O’NeillDevani Petrick

Brittany RahubaJamie Rempel

Marsha R. RobbinsShelley Rosenberg

Abby RydzeJames G. Schulz

Sarah ShivelyAlexander Short

Bradley SmithRonald Smith

Stephanie SmithMichele Sopko

Anthony C. SteeleKatti Stollar

Jonna SwansonRachel TribleyMolly VandoraWhitney VenusJamie Wilson

Dorothy B. Zewe

As an open door shelter and non-profit organization, the Western PA Humane Society relies heavily on donors, volunteers, foster families and adopters. Funds raised through obedience classes, the veterinary clinic and retail store also help the shelter take care of its many homeless animals. Devoted volunteer, Lori Stadelman, has supported the shelter in each of these many forms.

Driven by her love of animals, Lori began volunteering as a dog walker with WPHS in 2010. Like many newcomers to the shelter environment, Lori was shocked at how many pets are surrendered each day. While seeing so many pets in need is sure to take its toll on any animal lover, Lori feels that the return far outweighs any negatives. “It doesn’t get any better than getting to know these dogs and then watching them go to good homes,” describes Lori.

The veteran volunteer has expanded her efforts to include community outreach through off-site events. She represents WPHS by handling shelter pets, answering questions and educating the community on animal care. Lori says that she feels most fulfilled by reaching out to people who may have never considered adopting from a shelter.  “I absolutely love to educate people that we have the most amazing dogs here at the shelter in all breeds, ages, sizes, colors. I always tell them how they don’t have to buy an expensive dog when we have great ones here,” she explains.

Like so many others, Lori was taken by pleasant surprise when she met her first pit bull. “I was one of those people that stereotyped them for a while,” she admits. “The first pit I walked was the sweetest dog I had ever met.  She opened my eyes to a lot of things.”

Just months after meeting her first pit bull, Lori adopted one of her own. Surrendered with a serious leg injury, Penny the pit bull mix pup was to be the Stadelmans’ sixth foster dog. Luckily for Penny, she became what shelter regulars call a “foster failure,” meaning that the foster never makes it back to the shelter because

it was adopted by it’s foster family. By the time the sweet puppy had undergone a leg amputation and completed physical therapy, Lori knew Penny was there to stay saying, “I always tell myself I have to give them up, but I knew I had to keep her the day I got her.”

Beyond her volunteer work, fostering and adoptions, Lori supports the shelter by using its publicly offered services. She and her three dogs use the WPHS clinic, shop in the Woof, Purr and Hop Shop and attend obedience training classes. In fact, at barely one year old, Penny recently passed the Canine Life and Social Skills class, which focuses on practical obedience skills. Next, the duo will be joining a Canine Good Citizen class, which starts at the North Shore shelter this May.

While Lori Stadelman is an irreplaceable asset to the Western PA Humane Society, she is not alone in her dedication to our pets and our cause. There are dozens of committed volunteers who work in every aspect of the shelter, from cat cuddling to answering telephone calls.

To become part of this life-saving network of animal lovers, visit www.wpahumane.org/volunteer.html.

Volunteer Highlight by Jamie Rempel

Pictured is 5 year old Hannah Patterson reading a short story to Mason, a Tail Waggin’ Tutor, who is also 5 years old.    The Western PA Humane Society has partnered with the Shaler North Hills Library since October 2007.  Volunteers with their Therapy Dogs, who are certified by Therapy Dog International, visit there once a month on the last Saturday from 11am till 2 pm.  This has been a great partnership benefiting both child and pet alike!   Please come and join the fun.

Tail Waggin’ Tutors

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When you hear about Humane Officers in the news, it is usually about a hoarding situation or a case about an individual who has neglected a pet in their care. One of our recent cases involved an ongoing investigation of the owner and manager of an organization formally called, “Triangle Pet Control,” an animal control agency who had contracts with municipalities within the Pittsburgh region,

covering mostly communities in Allegheny County. In business nearly 28 years, they were being investigated for double-dealing the municipality and commonwealth, and lying about the service they claimed to provide to the public.

Triangle Pet was the subject of a state police investigation resulting in charges filed for falsifying documents from 2009 to 2012, claiming money for euthanizing dogs that did not exist. On separate charges, they were cited by the PA State Dog Warden for kennel violations resulting in a suspended license and to cease and desist order to stop operating a kennel. The violations included boarding, buying, exchanging, selling, offering for sale, giving away or in any way transferring dogs to other agencies or individuals without the

approval of the Department of Agriculture Dog Law Enforcement Office. Consequently, the actors were charged and later plead guilty to all counts against them.

After all of these events, a close eye was kept on the facility. Then, on October 4, 2012, animal cruelty charges were again filed against the owner of Triangle Pet and his manager by Chief Humane Officer Ronald Smith, for the neglect of a pit bull mix that had passed away in the kennel, not having veterinary care. The owners pled not guilty, with the argument that the cease and desist order prevented transporting any of the dogs from their facility, and that they had called several veterinarians who all declined to come to their kennel. Contrary to their claims, the testimony of the witnesses for the Commonwealth established that there were no restrictions preventing Triangle from taking a sick or injured dog to receive medical care. Later, the manager reluctantly admitted to the judge that he had in fact gotten approval from Harrisburg to transport the sick dog to the vet. The magistrate found the defendants guilty and both were fined $500 and had to pay court costs. Their conviction now prevents Triangle’s owner and manager from obtaining a Kennel or Boarding license to get back into the business.

This was a major win for our Humane Officers and for the pets who might have ended up at Triangle Pet in the future. Hopefully this case will also inspire others in the industry to stay honest and treat the animals in their care with respect.

Humane Officers vs. Triangle Pet

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Chief Officer Ronald E. Smith

Learning About Our PastIn a recent issue of the Pennsylvania Heritage Magazine, a beautifully written article about the history of the Western Pennsylvania Humane Society was published. Isabelle Schroeder, the 7th grade niece of long-time employee Dorothy Zewe, won second place for her entry into their essay contest. While we cannot print the article that was featured, Isabelle has sent us the following on why she enjoyed writing the article and what it meant to her to catch a glimpse into the 138 years of the Western PA Humane Society’s existence.

I really enjoyed researching the Humane Society for several reasons: the animals, the people, and the sense of community. Firstly, the animals, of course, which I got to see each time I came to the shelter and offices on the North Shore, always brighten any day. But the animals wouldn’t be there if it weren’t for the people, and the people were wonderful to me during my research, just as they’ve been for over a hundred and thirty years at the Humane Society. Finally, the sense of community made the experience truly a chance of a lifetime. That this organization has been alive and vibrant in three different centuries (the 19th, 20th, and now the 21st) is inspirational. Pittsburghers have always opened their hearts to those in need, animal and human alike, and the fact that the Humane Society has been an influence for good helps to foster pride that I’m a Western Pennsylvanian girl.

Some of the things I learned that were surprising included the fact that WPHS helped children and the aged for almost a hundred years, and this entirely donation-funded organization often provided better service for more people and at less cost than more expensive government sponsored agencies. I also learned that the WPHS has been more than just a local institution—it has helped sponsor laws for the care of the

vulnerable in society on the state and the federal level. The WPHS also was the first shelter to provide EVERY animal spay service that has since become the model for the humane movement worldwide. Finally, the WPHS has lasted so long because it hasn’t been afraid to adapt to the times and use new methods of communication as they become available—from newspapers to radio and television, and now the Internet.

The archives of the WPHS are extensive and include handwritten journals of the first meetings in the late 1800s. It gave me a sense of awe to hold in my hand these true pieces of history and to think that the recorder of the meeting minutes might have been sitting across from some of the original benefactors, such as Andrew Carnegie or Henry Clay Frick! I had the most fun in my research when going through the scrapbooks of newspaper articles over the decades, which included many topics concerning the care of those in need—both four legged and two legged. I am very grateful to the forward-thinking individuals who kept such good records of not just their own organization, but also of the flavor of society as a whole over the years.

I am glad that the Pennsylvania Heritage Magazine published my paper on the WPHS so that more people can be aware of the organization from Western PA that fostered a culture of kindness.

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For the first time, we have two featured pets in need who are benefitting from our Adoption Angels Fund. Our first pet is Sophia, an adorable kitty who came to the shelter as a stray. Not only was she in poor condition herself, but she was also nursing 3 tiny kittens. Both Sophia and

her kittens are currently in foster care until they are healthy enough to be available for adoption. That is not where Sophia’s story ends, however. While her kittens are in good shape, Sophia has had a rough time. You might have noticed that her ears are deformed, which is suspected to be from old hematomas that were never attended to. And the poor girl only has 2 teeth remaining, one of which is broken but not painful and the other has mild gingival recession. It is no wonder that she loves her canned pureed cat food! Sophia stayed in foster care until her kittens were fully weaned. She now resides at the shelter while waiting for her very deserved forever home.

Our second pet, Brighton, is a sweet little pup who has stolen the hearts of the staff at the Western PA Humane Society. She is only about 3 months old, so under normal circumstances she would have been adopted right away- but it will not be that easy of a journey for this little girl. Brighton came to the shelter with a broken leg; a break so severe that it needed surgery

to be able to properly heal. She has now had the surgery, so she will spend the next few months healing in a loving foster home.

By making a donation to the Adoption Angels Fund, you are supporting our mission to help every pet in need. Sometimes pets come to us needing more TLC than others in order to make them available for adoption, and these are the pets that benefit from this fund. Although Adoption Angels do not guarantee adoption, it allows them to have a fighting chance to recover from their ailments. If more funds are raised than needed for one pet’s care, than the remaining funds will be put towards the next Adoption Angels recipient.

If you would like to help support this fund, you may make a gift online at http://www.wpahumane.org/adoptionangels.html,

or fill out the form provided.

Adoption Angels

Name: __________________________________________________ Address: ________________________________________________

City, State, Zip: ___________________________________________ Phone:__________________________________________________

Complete, clip and mail this form with your payment to: Development Department, Western Pennsylvania Humane Society,

1101 Western Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15233 or call 412-321-4625 x 223 to make your gift over the phone.

Yes! I would like to donate to the Adoption Angels fund of the Western Pennsylvania Humane Society

❏ $1000 ❏ $500 ❏ $250 ❏ $100 ❏ Other ______

Happy Adoptions!

Have a happy adoption that you would like to share? Email your photo and story to info@wpahumane.org!

Kyle Gulliver Harvey

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Volunteer and Foster DepartmentThe many successes for the Western PA Humane Society in 2012 can all be directly linked to our fantastic pool of volunteers and foster families. Our pets owe them countless potty breaks, cuddle times, and midnight feedings. They helped the shelter appear to be in many places at once in the Pittsburgh community during holiday giftwrapping and offsite adoption events. In 2012 the volunteer roster boasted 941 volunteers, which include Events, Dog Walkers, Cat Cuddlers, and Bunny Buddies. This was an increase by almost 400 volunteers from the previous year. To train all of these volunteers, our department staff of 3 held 44 Dog Walking Orientations, 27 Cat Cuddling Orientations, and 12 Bunny Buddy Orientations. Our 173 foster families were just as active, helping care for a staggering 1,569 pets, which was an increase of over 300 pets!

Investigations DepartmentOur Humane Officers have been appointed by the Humane Society’s Board of Directors to perform the duties of a police officer and are commissioned by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania,

empowering them to enforce the law. This past year brought some changes in the ranks with the retirement of longtime officer Bob Gosser, who had been with the Western PA Humane Society for 37 years. Luckily, a staff member at our Fallen Timber Shelter, Amber Chapman, took the opportunity to be certified as the newest member of the team.

In looking at the accomplishments of our hard working officers during 2012, they are happy that they were able to give so many animals a second chance at life. During the past fiscal year, our officers investigated 1,164 complaints, filed 123 citations, and attended 63 hearings. Outside their more common duties, they inspected 45 pet shops, 44 stables, and covered 1 circus and 1 petting zoo. Our officers were seen canvasing 23 neighborhoods, patrolling the streets in communities where neglect cases are most often reported. The results of these investigations were 257 rescued or confiscated animals, and over 52,771 miles driven!

Education DepartmentHumane Education and Community OutreachOur Humane Education team has not only visited local schools, but has also attended more community events to raise awareness about pet safety and the importance of mission of the Western PA Humane Society. They attended 13 community events to market our Humane Education program, Obedience training, and our Veterans’ adoption program. Our staff engaged the community at places like the Children’s Museum, the Carnegie Library Reading Extravaganza, and the Veterans Connect in the South Side. The Western PA Humane Society was also excited to co-host seminars featuring two gurus in the pet world, Suzanne Clothier and Turid Rugaas. As part of our mission to educate children on the proper handling of animals and about the

shelter, our two Humane Educators traveled over 1600 miles, teaching over 3,000 children. July 2012 was the beginning of the Western PA Humane Society’s Veterans’ Program. In just about 3 months, 17 veterans were able to take advantage of the program and received a complimentary adoption, obedience classes if they adopted a dog, and a gift certificate to our store to purchase pet supplies.

Obedience TrainingOur Obedience Training staff were very busy during the past year. We implemented new scheduling software that allowed our staff to be more productive. This allowed the staff to streamline their process for the registration of customers and scheduling available classes and better measure their activity by managing statistics. Another big change to the department was the refocus of classes held at the North Shore facility, and ending the Crafton classes which reduced costs. Friday evening classes and late afternoon weekend classes were added, allowing our trainers to provide classes seven days a week!

Humane Educator Carol speaking to High School Students

Simba, an OTC Graduate

• over 200 group classes

• over 1600 dogs trained

• 70 dogs tested CGC-TDI

• Over 40 private lessons

2012 Annual Report

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Animal Services2012 was the first year for our newly formed Animal Services Department. Two departments were combined into one; now responsible for the all the animals from intake through adoption.

Some of the many successes for the department include:

There was a live release count of 5,627 animals, (animals adopted, returned to their owner, or transferred), an increase by 7% over last year.

Thanks to the assistance of Rabbit Wranglers, we were able to transfer upwards of 78 bunnies for medical treatment and space- an amazing 609% increase over 2011.

Another key responsibility for this department is responsible for is the behavior evaluations of pets before they can be made available for adoption. They completed 1,458 behavior evaluations which were done for each pet individually and take 20 minutes to complete. In addition to being evaluated behaviorally before adoption, pets also go through medical evaluations. Our technicians performed a total of 25,828 tech checks!

Clinic Our Wellness Clinic went through several changes toward the end of the year in order to increase revenue. To make sure that 2013 shows more productivity, they have started scheduling Saturday appointments and have opened up a third exam room. These changes along with a streamlined process for scheduling shelter and public surgeries should make it easier and more convenient for our customers.

Clinic Clients Seen 6458

Outside and Inside Surgeries Performed 6320

Relationships Our Relationships Department has several different responsibilities that are very important to the Western PA Humane Society. The department covers community outreach, PR, offsite event coordination, and our Petco and PetSmart Adoption Program. This past year, they appeared at 162 offsite events, adopting out over 100 pets while promoting adopting from a shelter. This would not be possible without the 7 full time and 3 part time staff members. These employees also work at the front desk and in the Woof, Purr, and Hop Shop. The relationships with area Petcos and Petsmarts resulted in over 1600 adoptions , with staff travelling over 25,000 miles to make sure that the available pets in those stores were cared for and that cages were filled once a pet had been adopted. The Woof, Purr, and Hop Shop had a steady increase in 2012 with a total of $162,000 in sales. It has allowed our adopters and other customers the chance to purchase needed supplies while also supporting the shelter.

DevelopmentThe Development Department of the Western Pennsylvania Humane Society has had a busy and successful year. Because of kind donors like you, we were able to raise $1,489,748 to care for more than 11,000 pets in our region. These gifts are from generous individuals, corporations, foundations, community groups and wills and estates.

In addition to our normal fundraising efforts, we were excited to participate in the Pittsburgh Foundation’s Day of Giving where we received $34,276 from 391 donors. That’s an increase of 179 donors over last year.

We also began a new program to raise funds for shelter animals that have special medical needs. The Adoption Angel Fund raised $1,100 to help pets like Pumpkin Pie.

Also in 2011-2012, a generous benefactor left us funding to build a dog park for our shelter dogs. Her lifelong dream of having green space for our dogs has come to reality as we have purchased 3 adjoining plots of land just a few blocks from our North Shore facility.

We also announced the purchase of our new building in Shaler Township that will host cat and bunny adoptions, obedience training classes, and low-cost spay and neuter services. Fundraising for this new adoption center has begun.

The 2012 Panera Pup Walk had over 500 dogs and more than 1000 people in attendance. Our board member, Charlie Batch is a huge part of the success of this event year after year!

The 2012 Dormont Doggy Dip attracted over 500 dogs plus their owners to the annual end of the season celebration.

On May 6, 2012 Runners and walkers participated in the 2012 Pittsburgh Marathon, raising over $56,000 for WPHS. A big thank you to Lee Ann Wainwright and Julie Ray, who were our top two fundraisers!

Panera Pup WalkMarathon Doggy Dip

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Revenue and Other Support 2012 2011

Expenses 2012

• Program Services: $3,926,230 • Management and General: $272,094 • Development: $193,843 • Fundraising: $68,346 • Volunteer: $194,780

2011

• Program Services: $3,656,047 • Management and General: $288,809 • Development: $147,682 • Fundraising: $50,004 • Volunteer: $37,482

2012 Annual Report

Become a MemberLeadership Circle $500 All standard Membership Benefits, plus: Two (2) tickets to VIP cocktail reception Invitation to lunch with Executive Director $50 Gift Certificate for WPHS’s Woof, Purr, and Hop Shop or Clinic

Champion $250All standard Membership Benefits, plus: Family Tours of the facility (offered once per year) $25 Gift Certificate for WPHS’s Woof, Purr, and Hop Shop or Clinic

Protector $150All standard Membership Benefits, plus: Name listed in WPHS Annual Report $15 Gift Certificate for WPHS’s Woof, Purr, and Hop Shop or Clinic $5 nail grooming in WPHS Clinic 10% off pre-ordered, pre-paid pet food at WPHS’s Woof, Purr, and Hop Shop

Guardian $75All standard Membership Benefits, plus: Invitations to WPHS Special Events WPHS reusable, ‘green’ tote bag

Caregiver $55All standard Membership Benefits, plus: 10% discount on total WPHS Clinic bill 15% discount at Misty Pines Dog Park Co.’s retail store; $1 off the 25 acre Dog Park Area; $1 off Dock Diving and Dog Swimming Classes; a complimentary scruffy Guider Dog Training Collar and matching 6 ft. leash with purchase of group class package (www.mistypinesdogpark.com)

Lifesaver $35Enjoy our standard membership benefits as our thank you for your support.

WPHS Standard Benefits 10% discount in WPHS Woof Purr and Hop Shop 5% discount on total WPHS Clinic bill Complimentary Microchip Complimentary Engraved ID Tag Complimentary Flea Treatment for one (1) animal WPHS Window Decal Discounted WPHS Obedience Training Classes Pets & People- WPHS’s quarterly Newsletter Invitation to WPHS Annual Meeting Voting rights at WPHS Annual Meeting

Individual/ Group Contributions: $1,559,216

Fundraising Revenues: $237,172

Investment Gains: $188,982

Other Revenue: $44,257

Donated Equipment and Supplies: $5,039

Program Services: $1,719.810

Individual/ Group Contributions: $1,489,748

Fundraising Revenues: $338,508

Investment Gains: $1,187,470

Other Revenue: $6,237

Donated Equipment and Supplies: $5,662

Program Services: $1,740,723

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Margaret SimonJ L H SimondsLiza SipeMary SisakJeannine SiviyCraig and Lori SkovrankoRichard SkradskiJustin SlomkowskiDeb SmithSmithton Truck StopMary SnodgrassAlisha SnyderDonald SnyderEd SolomonMark and Ann SouthLarissa SouzerSt. Rosalia AcademyMartha StambaughSteel City ChiropracticNick SteinertJeff SterlingDonald StevensStick With It FitnessHeather StiffTracy StillioKathryn StittFrancine StoutKamthorn and Elizabeth SukarochanaDavid SullivanElizabeth SurmaDarcy TannehillRobert TaskeyPatricia TeedTemple SinaiCheryl TennentThe Duggan Rhodes GroupThe Presbyterian ChurchThe Williams Companies, Inc.John ThomasDaniel ThompsonRobin ThurmanSara TibiChere TillerPatricia TofilAbby TomkiewiczHerb and Becky TorbinWaleska TorresJames TortellaToshiba of Western PABarbara TothTrib Total Media, Inc.Carrie TrischJeff TurnerLanna ValentiRichard ValentiDoreen ValentineDanielle VasquezJeffrey VelemirovichRichard VerninoVernon C. Neal & Alvina B. Neal FundSally WadeSharon WadeLee Ann WainwrightSean WainwrightWaldron ElectricWarren AssociatesLara WashingtonBill WeeksWells Fargo Bank, N. A.Mary WelschPaula WernerLinda WestJessica WhetstoneSally WigginKarin WilleyWilliam Penn Elementary SchoolLois WilliamsNancy WilliamsonGlen and Beverly WillnerMary WilsonRobert WithersMark & Nancy WolfeBarbara WroniakKimberly WykoffJoanne YakshePatti Yakshe-HonkusChristiane YaugerLisa YoungJohn ZaharkoSallie ZoerbSallie ZoerbJan Zomber

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Planning for the future

Everyday we are planning for our future and for the futures of the pets in our care. We hope when you plan for your future, you keep the Western Pennsylvania Humane Society in mind. You can leave your legacy and meet your financial goals all while helping us save more lives by making your “planned gift”. In addition to cash donations, there are many ways to support the Western Pennsylvania Humane Society.

• Join our Forever Friends Club. By signing up for our monthly giving program, you can provide ongoing, sustainable support for our operations. It’s convenient, makes your budgeting easier and makes a huge difference for our animals every month of the year. When you make your initial gift online, choose “recurring” to join.

• Make a gift of appreciated stock. You can avoid capital gains tax and take a tax deduction for the value of the stock. You may contact us for our account information for your broker.

• Remember us in your will. You can leave a specific dollar amount, a percentage of your estate, or the residue (any remaining assets after the settling of the estate). If you would like to add the Western Pennsylvania Humane Society to your will without going through the expense of re-drafting it, you may add a codicil to your existing will. Many donors prefer bequests because they may allow you to give a bigger gift than thought possible, they are exempt from federal estate tax and you maintain control of your assets during your lifetime.

• Make a gift of insurance. You can give a new or existing policy with immediate tax deductions. Contact your insurance agent for more information.

• Name the Western Pennsylvania Humane Society as a beneficiary on insurance policies or retirement funds. You can name us as the primary, secondary or contingent beneficiary for all or part of the assets.

• Give through your retirement funds. Donors 59 ½ or older can make withdrawals for charity. It’s taxable, but offset by the charitable deduction. And, donors 70 ½ and older may transfer up to $100,000 tax free to the Western Pennsylvania Humane Society from their IRA. Assets must be given directly to the charity. Your financial advisor can provide more information to you.

Contact Deanne Heller, Director of Development, at 412-321-4625 x 223 for more information on any of these giving options. If you have already arranged for a bequest or other planned gift, please let us know so that we may recognize you accordingly.

The information above is not offered as tax or legal advice. Please consult your financial advisor or attorney.

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Save the DatesSewickley Unleashed May 18th

2013 ASPCA Rachel Ray$100K Challenge

June 1-August 31st

Father’s Day Giftwrapping @ Mall At Robinson

June 12-16th

Pittsburgh Pup Crawl July 26th

100 Pets of Summer Weekends in July

Sample of Station Square August 7th

For more information on our events, please visit www.wpahumane.org/specialevents.html.

ATTENTION DOGGIE PARENTS

Your pooch wants to go to the 4th Annual Panera Pup Walk! Why you

ask? They want to cool off in doggie pools, get free products and raise

money for their four-legged friends at the Western PA Humane Society.

Guess what – it’s not just about pups having fun. We are giving out prizes to the top fundraisers, and you could win

things like Kennywood tickets or a trip to Punta Cana!

Having fun with your dog AND raising money for deserving shelter animals –

what more could you ask for?

So sign up now for the 4th Annual Panera Pup Walk!

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Charity Navigator has desig-nated the Western PA Humane Society as a Four-Star charity, its highest ranking for efficient use of donations, five years in a row!

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Missed your chance to participate in the 2013 Pittsburgh Marathon?

Make sure to register with us for the event in 2014 and help Pittsburgh’s pets in need.

Visit www.run4wphs.org.

Make a Commitment to Save a LifeAs we gear up for the 2013 ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge, we’re committing to save 1,906 lives during June, July and August. This is an increase of 300 more pets than the same time frame last year.We need help to reach our goal. Here’s what you can do:

-Spread the word about the Western PA Humane Society -Like us on Facebook and share our posts (www.facebook.com/WesternPAHumaneSociety) -Become a foster or volunteer -Make a donation -Adopt a pet!

Be sure to visit our website at www.wpahumane.org and Facebook page for updates and be on the lookout for exciting events and promotions coming up this summer!