PETLINE

Humane Society & SPCA of Hancock County

PETLINE Mission Statement

The Humane Society & SPCA of Hancock

County exists to educate the public on

care and responsible treatment of

animals; to humanely provide for and

protect unwanted, lost, and abused

animals; and to create a quality environ-

ment for all animals through its policies

and presence in the community.

Shelter Hours

Monday: 12:30 pm - 4 pm

Tuesday - Friday: 10 am - 5 pm

Saturday: 10 am - 3 pm

Inside This Issue

Maxwell Meyers Memorial Golf

Classic………………………………...3

Wine Tasting at Gilligs……………...3

Upcoming Events………………...…3

Honorariums for People & Pets…...4

Memorials for People……….……...4

Memorials for People & Pets………5

E-Newsletter.....................................5

Wish List…………………………….….6

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March 2017

Wouldn’t it be great if dogs could talk? Training would be so much easier and we could gain a greater

understanding of what is bothering them or why they act out at times. The reality is, dogs actually do

talk; we just need to learn how to translate. There are many stories about the loving family dog that

“just suddenly bit completely out of the blue!” “Buster never bit before; never showed any aggression

at all. How could this happen?” Most likely, Buster was trying to communicate things that were mak-

ing him uncomfortable. There are numerous body signals that can indicate a dog is not comfortable

with a situation or is stressed. Recognizing these signals can prevent “out of the blue” dog bites and

keep our four-legged family members happy.

The dog in the picture appears “happy.” He is displaying numerous body signals that confirm his con-

tentment. His mouth is open with a long lip that is not pulled back tight and he is not panting. His

eyes are “soft”; they have an almond shape and the skin around his eyes is

not tight or furrowed. Also, his ears are in a neutral position, not back

against his head.

The dog to the right, however, is showing

some different feelings. He is trying to

communicate his discomfort with the situa-

tion he is in. He has a short lip that is pulled

tight. He has “whale eye” meaning part of

the whites of his eyes are visible; he may be trying to avoid eye contact

with whatever he does not like. There is increased tension around his

eyes and his ears are pulled back tight against his head. This dog’s body

language is indicating he is afraid of something. A dog displaying these body cues should be removed

from the situation or environment that is causing the discomfort. Should he remain, the potential of

biting increases. He may feel threatened to the point that he will react in a negative way.

Below, this dog displays similar body cues like the previous dog but continues to display more aggres-

sive behavior. In the last picture, he has a “hard stare”; the eyes are round and skin is tight and fur-

rowed. His ears are

pulled back tight; his

body posture is stiff

with a forward

stance. His mouth is

pulled forward with a

tight lip and he be-

gins to show his

teeth. This dog will

most likely bite, if the situation is allowed to continue.

There are other indicators that a dog may be stressed or uncomfortable. Yawning, outside the context

of sleep, is a stress indicator for dogs. Also, a dog licking his lips when not in the presence of food is a

sign the dog is uncomfortable. A wagging tail does not always mean a dog is friendly or happy. With

a friendly wag, the tail is in a neutral position; not tucked under or above the spine. The wag is loose

and often makes a circular pattern. A fearful dog may keep his tail low, just wagging the tip, or the tail

may be completely tucked under between his legs. A dog that is aroused by something, whether ag-

gressively or curiously, may hold its tail parallel or perpendicular to its spine and may have a fast back

and forth wag.

THERE IS NOTHING STRONGER THAN THE VOICE OF A DOG

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LOW COST SPAY/NEUTER CLINIC Spaying and neutering is the responsible thing to do!

The Humane Society offers low cost spay/neuter surgeries for

cats and dogs. Surgeries occur on selected Wednesdays

and Thursdays throughout each month.

Please call us today to schedule your appointment or fill out

an online appointment request form at

www.hancockhumanesociety.com

Understanding how our dogs communicate with us is very important. Recognizing these simple body language

cues can help keep our dogs happy and comfortable. Removing a dog from a situation he is uncomfortable with

can prevent the “out of the blue” dog bite and keep our families and dogs safe.

Happy Tales

Happy Tales kicks off June 1st and continues until

August 31st. This program allows children to keep their

reading skills sharp, and also allows our cats to get ex-

posure. It’s a win-win! Interested in Happy Tales? Call

419-423-1664

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Young Addison recently had a Birthday.

Instead of gifts for herself, she asked for

gifts for the animals instead!

Thanks so much Addison!!

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Maxwell Meyers Memorial Golf Classic AND Mutt Strut

May 5, 2017 at Red Hawk Run

Join us for the 8th Annual Memorial Golf Classic honoring Maxwell Meyers. Contact us

TODAY regarding sponsorship opportunities or to register your golf team. Individual players are also

welcome! Prior to the tournament, we are having a 9-hole (2.5 mile) Mutt Strut at 8:00 am for $20 ($25

day of event). This can be either with or without your dog! Even if you aren’t a golfer or walker, help

support our fundraiser with a $50 donation. PLEASE text HSHC to 22828 to electronically register for this

event! Deadline for Registration for golf and walk is April 22, 2017.

Humane Society & SPCA

Board of Directors

President

Mark Goetz

Secretary

Maria Hammond

Treasurer

Rick Aurand

Board

C. R. Beckett, DVM

Tim Federici

Diana Kirk

Laura Mather

Chuck Walter

Director Emeritus

Jack Crates

Foundation President

Melissa Kidder

Maxwell Meyers

Upcoming Events!

September 9, 2017 — Ultimate DogPawlooza, Riverbend Park

Noveber 3, 2017 — Wine Tasting at the Wine Merchant

Wine Tasting at Gilligs Winery

Thank you to everyone who came out to the Wine Tasting on February 21. The Shelter raised over

$1,000. We truly appreciate your support!

Mason

Granger

Elsa

Paula Krugh, Marsha Harris

& Sherri Brumbaugh

Kyle Costello & Holly Lenhart Wine & Beer Flights

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HONORARIUMS FOR PEOPLE: Tim Brown Virgil Zellner Nancy D. Colley Christopher Betts Katie Frederick Paula & Steve Krugh Carol & Jack Fritz Paul & Mary Kreidler Carol Allshouse Groff Paulette Allshouse Marsha Harris & Chuck Walter Paula & Steve Krugh Kellybrooke Neighbors Sarah Emily Mertz Sherry & Deb Lovell Nate & Tiffany Riker Mr. & Mrs. Jamie Lussier Dorothy Lussier James Shafer Debra Kulaga

HONORARIUMS FOR PETS: “Buddy” Connie & Bob Sprague

“Pippa” Sara Behnke “Roxie” & “Milo” Jill Kinnison “Sable” Robin Bowman ”Squeaker” Vivian Lee “Willow”, “Wizard”, & “Winter” Jim & Tena Kirk

“Zena” Marsha Harris

In Memory of…. Remembered By… MEMORIALS FOR PEOPLE: Patricia A. Balduf Tom Balduf Ralph Bash Jack & Sharon Croy Jeanette Bibler Ray & Gail Hecker Larry Binger Dick & Linda Beckett Steve Bloom Brookview Ct. Neighbors Sara Dotson Barbara & Bradley Lampela Bonnie Dove Barbara Rice Jack & Sharon Croy Dave & Susan Calland Martina Beall Don & Betty Gehrisch Jill Kinnison Amy & Mark Stepanik Diane Holmes Howard McNish Jane Minard Mary M. Miles Jerry & Jane Minch Ward & Ingrid Abbey Diane Callahan Veda & Wilbur Shifley Linda & Larry Riegle Barbara & Murray Fitzgerald Mr. & Mrs. Larry Corbin Oletha Dysinger Dick West Dora Deane Faine Jo Ann Gander Jay Ellison Norma Sue Ellison

Michael Fields The Hancock County Sheriff’s Office Wade & Jo Ann Benson Jean Star Kent & Kimberly Benson Brian & Angela Slattery E. Louise Firestine Marlan & Geraldine Waldman Linde Gales Stefan Gales Eva M. Gilgen Elisabeth GIlgen Nodus Terry Green Carol Green Ryan Haaser Elizabeth Hall Fostoria High School Class of ‘92 Barbara Haugh Jennifer Risner Rose Mary Rush Gary Hazen Janelle & Gary Busdeker Friends from Jacobs School Taylor High School Sunshine Rosemary & Werner Luedeker Rosalie Hempfling Lori & Karl Streacker Anita & Mark Frena Gregory Williams William Hicks Audrey Hicks Janet Hite Carolyn Logsdon Ron Hohlfelder Jane & Gary Heminger Martha & Larry Hoover James Roemer Ann-Marie & Chad Weasel Jenny Risner Ginny Packer & the Kids Nancy & David Wisner Kerry Kirk & Christian Pedersen

Pam & John Beall The LaRiche Family Kurt P. Kah John Foster John Kostoff Judge Vern & Debby Preston Corwin & Michelle Tracy Over-The-Rhine Chamber of Commerce William & Shirley Andrews Gregory & Krisann Renner Dennis Hetzel Findlay Publishing Company Frank Deaner Dave & Kathy Bradford Sam & Fran Simmermaker David & Dixie Stump James Ford Jack & Betsy Winters Nicki Hinesman Maria & Jose Costeira Tay Marie & Jerry Lenhart Cline, King and King PC Lawyers Archbold Buckeye, Inc. Kurt & Sue Heminger Friends of DGES Deloitte Ser-vices LP James Karas Lehtomaa Funeral Home Kristine & Joseph Waffle Leonard Augustyniak Mary Ellen Mercer James & Marilyn Waffle Angela & Lloyd Burns John & Mary Lou Karas Richard P. Kramer Jerry & Linda Casey Carol Mittermaier Debra Seng Linda Fox Shirley Heminger Rolland & Sue Norris Laura & Alan Ferrell Connie Ward J. Eugene & Debra Foster Jack Mullilnger Dawn Mullinger

The Humane Society & SPCA of Hancock County wishes to thank all of our friends

who have contributed memorials or gifts in honor of family, friends, or pets.

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In Memory of…. Remembered By… MEMORIALS FOR PEOPLE: Vincent Reza Phil & Toni Alge Arnulfo & Carolyn Cortez Jack & Barb Frost Harold Reichenbaugh Holly Grose Mr. & Mrs. Alvin McCartney Virginia Rhodes Jeannine Roof Gina Richardson Mark & Melinda Mueller Jared Scales Thomas Skvarka Tammi Addington Paul, Dianne, & Nick Jacobson Jodia & Eva Scales Judy Butler Ed, Terri, Amber, & Chad Arrington Tom & Lana Parnell Marla Montgomery Susan & Don Hill Robert & Audrey Bowlin John & Kathy Murray Mary & Wade Gruber Barbara Coats Michael & Reba Mathias Henry “Tom” Scarberry Linda & Barry Thompson

Susan Schilling Blanchard Valley Health System George Simon Dianne & Paul Jacobson Linnea & Barry Attenson Carole Byal Kathryn & Thomas Chaney Sharon Basil Thomas Sterling Debra Smith Denise & Thomas Green Chris Riedel & Sherri Pretz

The Pulmonary Dept. Blanchard Valley Health Herman, Barbara, Kiel, Jeff & Lori Sterling Janis & Thomas Paul Susan Crouse Rebecca & Gary Cummings Findlay Moose Family Center #608 Rita Stozich Deb Mannarino Thomas Wrightman HRPC Judy Scrimshaw Judy Gulliford Helen Strausbaugh The Robert Smith Family Mary Jane Etzinger Shari & Gary Strausbaugh Ray & Gail Hecker Patricia & Greg Knauss Earl & Susan Button William & Ann Hills LuAnn & Dan Bombard Kurt & Jane Ebersole Marina Vielhaber Diane Densmore & Jeff Black-well City of Findlay Water Treatment Plant James Wilkins Michael & Kathy Needler Fred & Donna Gohlke Don & Carrie Templin Kay Klopp Janis Fineberg The Findlay Country Club Board of Directors The University of Findlay, Col-lege of Business Vicki Moomaw Marathon Petroleum Company Jen Pyle Robert Franz Robert St. John Bruce & Pamela Hardy Clifford Browne Nancy & Robert Wilcyznski Charles Younger Mr. & Mrs. William Stark-weather The First Presbyterian Church

Scott Younger David Lai & Amy Lin Jim Wilkins Brenda Mead Thomas Rerucha Steven Nixon

MEMORIALS FOR PETS: “Charlie” Elizabeth Raker “Duke”, “Jed” & “Cody” Robert Erford “Grace” Sheri Murphy “Herbie” Joyce Maroney “Homer” & “Tanner” Harolyn Legg “Indy” Connie Harvitt “Mac III” F. J. Vossler “Maddie” Cathe & Ed Bucher “Maestro” & “Summer” Gregg & Chris Ward

“Maggie” “Maddie”, &” Breezy” Paul & Phyllis Wilson ”Muffin” Barbara & Dick Larick

“Nicki & Bubba” Alden & Jill Hatch

“Norman” Toni & Philip Alge “Onyx” Nate & Tiffany Riker “Otis” Rod & Phyllis Fellows “Riley” Shirley Quelhorst

Dave & Beth Comer “Sunday” Mary Jo & Kenny Young “Tazer” Bill Redpath “Tay” Connie Harvitt “TC” & “Boston” Lois Aerni “Walley” Jill Kinnison “Wrigley Nugget” Jane & Gary Heminger “Zip” & “TD” Lisa Donaldson

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The Humane Society & SPCA of Hancock County wishes to thank all of our friends

who have contributed memorials or gifts in honor of family, friends, or pets.

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HUMANE SOCIETY & SPCA OF

HANCOCK COUNTY

Phone: 419.423.1664

Fax: 419.423.9131 RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED

Want to help the animals but can’t adopt? Why not consider donating some items

from our Wish List?

The Humane Society and SPCA of Hancock County does not receive any tax money nor any financial support

from national organizations. We rely on our community for support to continue our mission of humanely pro-

viding for and protecting unwanted, lost and abused animals in our county. Please consider donating,

whether it be financially, items from our Wish List, or your time. Thank You!!

*** CASH DONATIONS***

Bleach

Canned Dog & Cat Food

Canned Pumpkin

Paper Towels

Forever Postage Stamps

Dog and Cat Toys

Latex Exam Gloves– Medium

30 Gallon Trash Bags

Tall Kitchen Trash Bags

Distilled Water

White Copy Paper

HE Detergent

#10 Envelopes

Dog Treats

Rabbit Food

Small Animal Bedding

Blankets/Towels

Spray Cleaner with Bleach

3 X 5 Yellow Index Cards

:

www.hancockhumanesociety.com

: Humane Society and SPCA

of Hancock County

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*Items are listed in order of need.