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Hello friends!

It is time for our annual fundraiser, Pets in the Park, and we want you to be a part of the amazing happenings at your AR SPCA! Adoptions are at an all-time high, and our spay/neuter clinic is reducing overpopulation one pet at a time!

The shelter adopted out 973 animals to their forever homes during the past year. The spay/neuter clinic has performed 24,862 spays and neuters since opening in 2011. This year, we would like to share the successful adoptions that Sue and Jimmy Overton, long-time friends and supporters of the SPCA, have experienced when opening their hearts and homes to three of our animals in need.

“We have been blessed 3 times over with the wonderful family members we have adopted from the AR SPCA! From our dear “Molly” hound dog in 2008 and then our rascally pony “Tulsa” in 2009, to our current dog “Dean-o” adopted in 2017, our lives have been enriched immeasurably. We adopted Molly and Dean-o as adults. Molly had been found as a stray and Dean-o was pulled from an overcrowded shelter in North Carolina. We always wondered what their lives had been like before winding up at the SPCA… if they could only talk! They’ve had their little quirks that we will never understand, but from the fi rst days they came into our home they knew they had been given a second chance – by the gratitude in their eyes and their constant determination to please us. Tulsa was just a baby when we adopted him – he was one of the lucky ponies born under the care of the AR SPCA. He and the other babies born after that rescue may not have survived if it had not been for the quick action of the SPCA in assisting animal control with the seizing of their herd. All 3 of these wonderful creatures have constantly showed their love and appreciation for being rescued (well… the pony has had his days, but after all he is a pony!). We are grateful for the family members that the AR SPCA has provided to us!”

Your support will help the next Molly, Dean-o, and Tulsa fi nd their deserving home and family! Together we can make a difference for the animals in our care. Find the enclosed envelope to make your donation; any amount helps. Consider making a contribution in honor of or in memory of someone special to you.

As mentioned earlier, we're gearing up for our annual Pets in the Park event!!! This year's event will be held on Saturday, September 21st in Gypsy Hill Park, Staunton. Please join us in the Park and participate in the Walk for the Animals, the Doggone Good Dog Show, and the Candid Cat Photo contest. This year we are also adding our Furry 5K, a fun run/walk that will take place at 9 a.m. before Pets in the Park! We will continue to offer a variety of vendors and food trucks (see pages 4-7 for details).

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opening their hearts and homes to three of our animals in need.

wonderful family members we have adopted from

2017, our lives have been enriched immeasurably.

had been found as a stray and Dean-o was pulled from an overcrowded

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WHO’S WHO AT THE AUGUSTA REGIONAL SPCA

EMPLOYEESExecutive Director

Debbie Caywood

Shelter ManagerAshley Cowan

Accounting Stacey Moran

Team LeadersJamie Saunders - Canine Team Leader/Customer ServiceCrystal Via - Feline Team Leader, Transport Coordinator

and Customer Service

Animal CaregiversStacy Atkins • Jeff Clukey • Cara Gaylor

Brynn Kennedy • Danielle Lovegrove • Sarah McGuffi n

Augusta Regional S.P.C.A. Website:

www.augustaregionalspca.org

Volunteer Service Awards

Welcome new board members:Janet Balser, Kim Massie, and Mason Smith

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

BOARD MEMBERS

Janet BalserJanet BevinsJoyce Fisher

Deanna JonesKim Massie

Sue OvertonMargaret SimanMason SmithGary TomlinJane Zieman

President Melissa Hewitt Grable

SecretaryChristine Root

Vice President Deanna LottsTreasurer

David Didawick

The AR SPCA is pleased to present the 2018 Volunteer Service Award to Jane White and Eric Pritchett.

Jane White has been a valuable and dedicated volunteer of the SPCA for the past 13 years. Jane served on our Board of Directors from 2006 with her term ending this past April. We are happy to say that Jane still remains active with the SPCA and her time and talent has made our SPCA Benefit Shop the talk of the town! From the displays in the shop to motivating the volunteers that work at the shop, Jane has done an amazing job generating funds that are directly used for the care of our shelter animals. Thank you, Jane, for all you do and have done over the past years and for teaching us to take time to see the good in every situation!

Eric Pritchett not only gives our area the weather forecast, he gives his time to help us find homes for our adoptable critters! Eric comes to the shelter every month with Tara to film a segment featuring one of our pets waiting to find their forever family. Both Eric and Tara are employees of NBC 29 in Charlottesville, and this feature has been very valuable in getting our pets adopted. Just ask Tara – she ended up adopting a puppy for her family that she had filmed! Eric has supported the shelter over the years serving as MC for our Pets in the Park fundraiser and participating in our Furry 5K events. Eric, thank you for being a friend to the AR SPCA. Next year we need to schedule Pets in the Park so that it does not conflict with your vacation!!

Eric Pritchett

Jane White

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Again this year, we honored our friend and lifetime supporter, Maryanne Moffett, by offering low cost spay/neuter surgeries during the month of May.

Altering our community one pet at a time

Every year in May, the Augusta Regional SPCA is honoring the memory of Maryanne Moffett who died in 2015 with $25 spay and neuter appointments, thanks in part to a $300,000 endowment gift she left to the organization. This year we were again able to spay/neuter 300 community animals - 180 dogs and 120 cats!!

Discounted spay and neuter events are often possible through various charity funds, but annual funding is contingent on its availability. Maryanne’s gift ensures the affordable clinics can be offered on a yearly basis.

The Augusta Regional SPCA provides the following cremation

and/or burial services:

Cremation with or without return of ashes

Pet interment with perpetual care of gravesite

A wide variety of caskets, urns, and markers are available

through the shelter, or you may provide your own.

All markers must be fl at.

Cremation and Burial Services

All nature tells us nothing ever really dies.- Helen Steiner Rice

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Mark your calendars! This is a fun-filled, educational event for the entire family! Bring your family, friends and leashed pets. Join us as we add the Furry 5K fun run to the day's events. We’re expecting your pets to “strut their stuff ” at our Dog Gone Good Dog Show, and don’t forget to bring a photo of your cat(s) to enter in the “Candid Cat Photo Contest.” Look for more information about these events on the following pages! Please spread the word about Pets in the Park. The SPCA needs your financial support to benefit the yet-to-be adopted animals in our care. Please invite your friends and neighbors to come to Gypsy Hill Park on Saturday, September 21st to participate in and enjoy the day’s events.

Here’s how YOU CAN HELP:

#1 Participate in the “Walk for the Animals” Contact family members, friends and neighbors to ask for their pledges to contribute to the SPCA. You will surely have our gratitude for your generous efforts. Your sponsors can donate via our website, noting that the donation is a sponsorship for your walk. Look for a sponsorship form at the back of this newsletter. Or register for the "Furry 5K"! This "fun run/walk" will start at 9am; visit our website for advance registration or register in the park on the 21st - race day registration begins at 8 a.m.

#2 Become a PETS IN THE PARK Sponsor In past years, considerable support for this important event has come from corporate and individual sponsorships. This year, contributions can be made in one of four categories: Magnificent Mutts ($1,500 and over), Cat's Meow ($1,000 to $1,499), Faithful Companions ($500 to $999), or Furry Friends ($200-$499).

We look forward to seeing you there!

The Board and Staff of the Augusta Regional SPCA

Saturday, September 21, 2019 • 9 am • Gypsy Hill Park, Staunton

Saturday, September 21, 2019 • 9 am • Gypsy Hill Park, Staunton

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Pets in the Park!

Candid Cat Photo Contest:

$3.00 per photo(no photos larger than 5x7)

*Enter from 10 am - until noon

Judging at 1:00 pm

*Or pre-enter at the Augusta Regional SPCA. Just bring in your photos, entry fees, and register during regular business hours: Tuesday thru Thursday 1-6, Friday & Saturday 12-4, and Sunday 1-4, closed on Mondays.

CLASSES:

1. Best Action Shot

2. Best Multi-Cat

3. Most Unusual/Humorous Pose

4. Prettiest/Most Handsome SPCA-Adopted

5. Prettiest/Most Handsome Cat

6. Most Unusual Buddy

7. Prettiest/Most Handsome Kitten

Judges' favorite will be chosen from all entries in the above categories.

Doggone Good Dog Show: $5.00 entry fee per classRegistration begins at 10:15 amShow begins at 11:00 am CLASSES:1. Costume2. Pets weighing under 50 pounds3. Puppy Class -

6 months & under4. Prettiest Eyes5. Child’s Pet - Handler 16 yrs.

& under6. SPCA-Adopted

- Over 50 pounds

7. Best Trick8. SPCA-Adopted

- Under 50 pounds

9. I look like my master

10. Pairs Class11. Pets Weighing over 50 pounds

and the

CHAMPIONSHIP CLASS:Open only to the fi rst place winners in each of the above classes ($5.00 entry fee)

Annual Walk for the Animals: Registration at 9:00 am

Walk Begins at 10:00 am

See following page for details & inside back cover forpledge sheet.

Food, Fun, and a Variety of Vendors and Information Booths!

For more information, call the SPCA at 540-885-7722 or visit our website at: www.augustaregionalspca.org

Saturday, September 21, 2019 • 9 am • Gypsy Hill Park, Staunton

6. SPCA-Adopted

8. SPCA-Adopted

6. Most Unusual Buddy

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Thank You Walkers!!!

Pets in the Park

When you Walk for the Animals, you are helping hundreds of wonderful homeless pets fi nd new homes where they will never again be abandoned, abused, or neglected. Every valuable dollar raised goes toward shelter, medical treatment, and food for animals that are at risk of being euthanized due to over-crowded shelters.

Your participation and fundraising in the Walk for Animals helps the Augusta Regional SPCA care for more than 1250 cats and dogs each year who are waiting for their forever home. Your participation also provides affordable spay/neuter services to more than 2000 animals annually.

Take a walk with your canine companion, friends, colleagues, and neighbors to raise money for animals in need; form a team or travel solo. Enjoy a fun fi lled morning with other animal lovers and their four-legged best friends, all while we help end the tragedy of pet homelessness!

Registration begins at 9 AM, walk begins at 10. There is no set fee for the event. We encourage you to ask your friends, family, and co-workers to sponsor your walk. A sponsorship form may be downloaded from our website or SEE INSIDE BACK COVER OF THIS NEWSLETTER FOR A SPONSORSHIP FORM!

The animals are relying on you, who are you walking for this year? Honor the incredible dogs and cats who have touched your life.

Walk for Shelter Pets Like Us!

Bubba

Sheldon

Walk for Shelter Pets Like Us!Walk for Shelter Pets Like Us!

Little GirlBella

Stormy

Join us for our Annual Walk for the Animals!

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MAGNIFICENT MUTTSCason Appraisal ServiceDidawick & Company PCCharles & Pat TrippelWalmart

CAT'S MEOWD L Caywood

FAITHFUL COMPANIONSCharlie Obaugh Chevrolet Buick GMC Kia RVFarmers & Merchants BankTommy & Peggy RosenVision Appraisal Services, LLC

A Special Thank You to Our 2018 SponsorsMany thanks to the individuals and businesses who donated items to our 2018 Pets in the Park and

Cause for Paws events!

Over $45,000 was raised during our annual Pets in the Park event!

A special thank you to the Wilson Middle School Art Honor Society for

facepainting at Pets in the Park!

Best Multi-Cat: “Precious, Smokey Bear, and Creamsicle”– Melissa ClinePrettiest/Handsomest SPCA-Adopted: “Lucy” – Cathy BatemanPrettiest/Handsomest Cat: “Smokey Bear and Creamsicle” – Melissa ClinePrettiest/Handsomest Kitten:“Smokey Bear and Creamsicle” – Melissa ClineMost Unusual Buddy: “Smokey Bear” – Melissa ClineJudge's Favorite: “Pickle” – Kimmie BarlowBest Action Shot: “Smokey Bear and Creamsicle” – Melissa ClineMost Unusual/Humorous Pose: “Pickle” – Kimmie Barlow

Costume Class:“Charlsie” – Ann CroftPets Weighing Under 50 lbs:“Kingston” – Brody FranklinPuppy Class:“Cleo” – Ashley BishopPrettiest Eyes:“Cubby Blue” – Linda HowellChild’s Pet:“Luke” – Morgan BurkholderBest Trick:“Mocy” – Leigh GardnerSPCA-Adopted Under 50 lbs:“Bella” – Emily Perry

SPCA-Adopted Over 50 lbs:“Lobo” – Jan MeltonI Look Like My Master:“Laskin” – Linda CraunPairs Class:“Lilly and Luna” – Katie and Ray Gotay

Champion of the Show:“Lobo” – Jan MeltonReserve Champion:“Luke” – Morgan Burkholder

2018 - Cat Photo Contest: 1st Place Winners 2018 - Doggone Good Dog Show: 1st Place Winners

TOP WALKERS 2018 1st - Joyce Fisher

2nd - Linda Howell3rd - Deanna Lotts

4th - Lisa Botkin5th - Janet Bevins

Thank You Walkers!!!

AmerigasAnimal Hospital of WaynesboroBankers InsuranceRichard & Shelia BeardPat & Chuck BlackleyChristine Carrico

First Bank & Trust CoH&R ContractorsMcDonough ToyotaQuicks Bus CompanyRockydale Quarries CorporationBob & Liz Schreiber

South River IrrigationBilly SowersTimberlake,Smith,Thomas & Moses, PCVA Eagle Distributing CompanyWhite, Withers, Masincup & Canaday

FURRY FRIENDS

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Shelter News & HappeningsThe staff at the AR SPCA

"Small, but mighty" describes the staff at the Augusta Regional SPCA! Our staff is small in number, but always mighty in the care and adoption of our shelter animals! No matter what the task is at hand, this crew is ready to tackle the situation head-on and fi nd a positive outcome. The cleaning and care of the shelter and our shelter residents is second to none and the staff is always willing to reach out to help other shelters in need. Everyone values and nurtures our partnership with the ASPCA’s relocation program and we are proud to have been a part of the 100,000th animal transported in

their program this year. We believe that by working together we can make a positive difference for the animals in our community.

Executive Director

Thank you Dr. Robinson!!!Dr. Charlotte Robinson acts as shelter veterinarian for the Augusta Regional SPCA. Dr. Robinson joined forces with our shelter in 1998 during an investigation of animal cruelty to horses. She was very instrumental in the guilty conviction against the owner, thanks to her expert testimony during the trial. She also guided us in the care and rehabilitation of the horses and thanks to her support and guidance, we were able to place the horses in deserving homes. Dr. Robinson is a mentor to shelter staff and is always available to answer questions and give care instructions for any shelter animals in need. The AR SPCA is blessed to have her friendship and expertise in shelter medicine and care. The staff and shelter animals say "thank you for being part of our team!"

A huge "thank you" to Scott at Shenandoah Awards and Apparel for replacing our signs. The old ones had defective material, so Scott stepped up and replaced all four under warranty! We appreciate his support and for making our signs shine!

Readers to the Rescue

Grounds Beautification

March 25 marked the maiden voyage of our new reading program, Readers to the Rescue. Wow! It went even better than we could’ve imagined! What a wonderful group of kiddos that spent their evening reading to our adorable adoptables. Thank you to the parents for bringing them out, and a huge heartfelt "thank you" to these kids! The pups LOVED it, and it was amazing watching them show interest, and

seeing some of our super shy babies coming to the front of their cages to interact with these awesome kids! What a special evening—we look forward to many more nights like this!

Thank you again to the families that participated, and a huge thank you to the wonderful group of students from the Murphy Deming College who helped us pull all this together. We couldn’t have done it without you!

On August 17th our friends at Synergy Rehab and Wellness stopped by the shelter for their Annual SPCA Volunteer Event. They helped out by doing some outside work around the grounds and then came inside to love on the animals! Thank you Synergy Rehab and Wellness for giving back to our community; the critters are so grateful!!!

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The Agnes Lawrence Spay/Neuter Clinic is celebrating its eighth year of business with great success. We aid in the spay/neuter of not only our shelter animals but several surrounding shelters, rescue groups, and the general public. Our normal operating days are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday for surgery appointments. On May 1st, we were excited to kick off the Mary-Ann Moffett Grant designed to assist Augusta County residents in spaying and neutering 300 pets from the community with a co-pay of only $25 per pet. The monthly Wellness Clinic continues to be a valuable resource for many community pets in need of preventative care, including vaccinations, heartworm and tickborne disease testing, heartworm and fl ea preventative options, microchip implantation, and other wellness services. We hold the clinics every third Tuesday of the month and start taking appointments at the beginning of the month. We are very thankful for all the support we have received from the AR SPCA board members both in action at the monthly Wellness Clinic as well as addressing any needs we express to keep the clinic running smoothly. The success of the Spay/Neuter Clinic is by and large due to the dedication from Debbie Caywood, the AR SPCA Executive Director, and the licensed and experienced staff members.

Spay/Neuter Clinic Updates

Our monthly wellness clinic has been well received by our area and we are happy to give back to the community that has been so generous and supportive of our efforts for many years. Our Wellness Clinic provides services to area pet owners at a reasonable cost. This clinic enables pets to be fully protected and gives their owners peace of mind. Thanks to our clinic staff and wonderful volunteers, we are able to provide services to approximately 100 pets each month. At 3 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month the "hurricane" arrives but with our expert staff, dedicated volunteers and understanding pet owners, we endure a successful evening.

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Our Spay/Neuter Clinic Staff

Dr. Susan Rieser: Dr. Susan is our Veterinarian In Charge. She is responsible for performing all the surgeries and overseeing the daily clinic operations. She graduated from NCSU College of Veterinary Medicine and practiced small animal medicine in Ohio before moving to Virginia and training in effi cient spay/neuter techniques used by the ASPCA Spay/Neuter Alliance. She has a true passion for addressing pet overpopulation and providing veterinary care to pets in need.

Tonya Whetzel, LVT: Tonya is our Licensed Veterinary Technician. Tonya graduated from Blue Ridge Community College and has experience in both small animal emergency, as well as general practice before transitioning to our team. She manages the daily surgery patient fl ow, keeps the shelves properly stocked with supplies, and provides excellent pet care to our patients each day.

Carolyn Brandt: Carolyn is our veterinary assistant that welcomes clients at check-in and discharges all of our surgery patients. She also maintains a vigilant eye on the patients as

they recover from surgery. She has been with the clinic for over four years and has many years of experience in small animal clinics and shelters providing care to numerous pets.

Shyann Cannon: Shyann is our veterinary assistant who assists Tonya in patient care, daily surgery fl ow, aids with instrument care, and keeps the never-ending laundry running. She completed a veterinary assistant program through her high school and had experience in small animal general practice prior to joining our team.

Kelly Rivenburg: Kelly is our receptionist that makes sure daily fi nancials are in order, makes sure written medical records are complete, and

updates them in the Petpoint computer system. She also answers phone calls and welcomes clinic guests. Her trusty

french bulldog, Cami, our “clinic supervisor,” oversees all of our work from the comfort of her warm offi ce chair.

Teresa Slack: Teresa is our veterinary assistant responsible for maintaining our pristine facility. She is trained in multiple tasks throughout the clinic so she can always lend an extra hand wherever needed. Teresa has worked with animals for most of her adult life, with the majority of time being spent in shelter pet care. She is dedicated to helping the clinic shine and always does so with a friendly smile.

Kelly is our receptionist that makes sure daily fi nancials are in order, makes sure written medical records are complete, and

Cami

Carolyn Brandtdischarges all of our surgery patients. She also maintains a vigilant eye on the patients as

they recover from surgery. She has been with the clinic for over four years and has many years of experience in small animal clinics and shelters providing care to numerous pets.

Shyann Cannon: care, daily surgery fl ow, aids with instrument care, and keeps the never-ending laundry running. She completed a veterinary assistant program through her high school and had experience in small animal general practice prior to joining our team.

Kelly Rivenburg:order, makes sure written medical records are complete, and

updates them in the Petpoint computer system. She also answers phone calls and welcomes clinic guests. Her trusty

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Teresa Slack: Teresa is our veterinary assistant responsible for maintaining our pristine facility. She is trained in multiple tasks throughout the clinic so she can always lend an extra hand wherever needed. Teresa has worked with animals for most of her adult life, with the majority of time being spent in shelter pet care. She is dedicated to helping the clinic shine and always does so with a friendly smile. Camama

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at Pets in the Park!

Join us for a FUN RUN & WALK on Saturday, September 21, 2019

Gypsy Hill Park, Staunton, VA

Race time: 9:00 am Dogs are encouraged to participate with their owners.

Prizes will be awarded in human and pet divisions!

• Entry fee: $25 through 9/18; $30 on race day.

• Pre-registrants receive a commemorative t-shirt. (A minimal number of extra shirts may be available after advanced registration, but are not guaranteed.)

• Race day registration from 8-8:45 a.m. Pre-register online or in person at the SPCA. Visit our website for further details!

www.augustaregionalspca.org/furry5k.html

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Events & OutingsWe held a special event last December, made possible by the ASPCA® and Subaru Share the Love®Anyone coming into Valley Subaru to inquire/test drive a new Subaru was able to receive a voucher valid for a spay/neuter for their dog at the reduced rate of $25 at the Augusta Regional SPCA Spay/Neuter Clinic.

Wickett making new friends

Sharing some love with the Subaru employees

Indulge Your Passions| Saturday, February 9, 2019 | Downtown Staunton

Participating businesses had something special to offer earlier this year. Patrons were instructed to follow the Red Heart Balloons, starting at Co-Art Gallery located at 22 West Beverley Street where they could pick up a schedule and “Passion Tokens.” Then walk the block and visit Warehouse Miniatures, the Camera Heritage Museum, Staunton Antiques, Fretwell Bass, and the Staunton Olive Oil Company. Also included were the Beverley Cigar Store, Black Swan Books and Music, the Clock Tower Restaurant, Baja Bean Company, and The Split Banana.

Shoppers voted for their favorite “Passion” with a “Passion Token” that entered them into a drawing for a door price from their favorite shops. Passion Tokens were available from Co-Art Gallery by making a donation to the Augusta Regional SPCA. Thank you Co-Art Gallery for including us!!

Museum, Staunton Antiques, Fretwell Bass,

a “Passion Token” that entered them into a drawing for a door price from their

"Thanks" to those who sponsored this event:

Mutts Gone Nuts came to the Wayne Theatre on Friday, April 26.

Show-goers were able to stay after the performance and have their photos taken with up to two of the well-trained "Mutts Gone Nuts" pooches for a $10 contribution to The Augusta Regional SPCA. Thanks Mutts Gone Nuts and the Wayne Theatre for including us!

Another huge "thank you" to Sam’s Hotdogs of Verona for hosting their "Dogs for Dogs" event in June and bringing in tons of needed items for our adorable adoptables! We have such a wonderful community! Thank you to all who came out and donated! Both of the dogs pictured below were adopted shortly after this outing!

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Events & OutingsMutts Gone Nuts came to the Wayne Theatre on Friday, April 26Mutts Gone Nuts came to the Wayne Theatre on Friday, April 26

Show-goers were able to stay after the performance and have their photos taken with up to two of the well-trained "Mutts Gone Nuts" pooches for a $10 contribution to The Augusta Regional SPCAThanks Mutts Gone Nuts and the Wayne Theatre for including us!

Yes—we were fortunate enough to again take part in Rockbridge Vineyards' "Summer Breeze Wine Festival" on Saturday, July 13th. We enjoyed another beautiful day in the vineyard with live music, food, and vendors. Some of our adoptable pups made an appearance too. The wine festival crowd was very generous in supporting the Augusta Regional SPCA! Thank you, Rockbridge Vineyards!!

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On April 4th, 2019 the ASPCA's (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) national Animal Relocation Program marked a signifi cant achievement by transporting its 100,000th animal. The ASPCA currently relocates more homeless animals than any other organization by working with overcrowded shelters in under-resourced areas of the country, most often in the South, to relocate their animals to other shelters, most often in the North, where those animals have greater chances of being adopted.

The milestone animal, Apple, a three-month-old, female Dachshund mix, was welcomed with fanfare to the ASPCA Adoption Center on New York City's Upper East Side. Apple's journey began at the Oktibbeha County Humane Society (OCHS) in Starkville, Miss., where she boarded the Nancy Silverman Rescue Ride, the ASPCA's East Coast relocation route, on Wednesday, April 3. She then traveled along with 15 other dogs to the Augusta Regional SPCA in Staunton for a night of rest and arrived in New York City where she was available for adoption.

"Using relocation to help communities drastically reduce unnecessary euthanasia provides immediate relief to overcrowded shelters while creating adoption opportunities for those with great demand," said Matt Bershadker, President and CEO, ASPCA. "Relocation is an important life-saving tool for animal shelters across the country in the fi ght to end pet overpopulation, and the ASPCA is dedicated to facilitating these important connections between source and destination shelters."

AND thanks to a very generous grant from the ASPCA, we were able to offer dogs that had been relocated to our shelter for a reduced adoption fee. This grant covered the expenses to make ready relocated animals for adoption at the AR SPCA. The reduced adoption fee was $100 and includes spay/neuter fees, a microchip, all age-appropriate vaccines, heart worm/tick-borne disease testing, and deworming.

For more information about the ASPCA, please visit www.aspca.org.

Partners in Paws...

Regional SPCA in Staunton for a night of rest and arrived in New York City where she was available for adoption.

drastically reduce unnecessary euthanasia provides immediate relief to overcrowded shelters while creating adoption opportunities for those with great demand," said Matt Bershadker, President and CEO, ASPCA. "Relocation is an important life-saving tool for animal shelters across the country in the fi ght to end pet overpopulation, and the ASPCA is dedicated to facilitating these important connections between source and destination shelters."

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"Domino" - ADOPTED!

"Heeldoggo"

- ADOPTED!

"Duke" - ADOPTED!"Ava" - ADOPTED!

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Reba (now known as Bonnie) asked if we would include a photo along with our donation. We adopted her in January 2018. Bonnie is enjoying life with her younger canine brother, and older feline brother. She didn’t seem to know much about cats but has always been good, and the cat seemed to sense that Bonnie was friendly, from the very beginning. Bonnie and her canine brother love to wrestle, and chase each other in the back yard. She loves car rides, especially when they end up at a park for a long walk.

Bonnie has become a sweet member of our family. We wanted to tell you Thanks! and let you know that she is doing well.

Tail MailI adopted 6 year old Pepper less than 24 hours after she arrived at SPCA and she brings me so much joy! I was told that she wasn't

housetrained but in the 2 months+ that she has been with me, there has never been an accident. I use a walker for our 2-3 times daily outings. She is a wonderful bed companion. My only complaint is that she awakens me at 6am with kisses and gentle paw pats. Previously, I slept until 10am but our outings give this 85 year old widow much needed exercise. Pepper misses her sister, Chloe, who was adopted right after Pepper. If Chloe's new Mom & Dad read this, please get in touch with me. Don't let age stop you if you need a 4 legged friend. Our neighborhood has many dogs and walkers and she fi ts in well.sister, Chloe, who was adopted right after Pepper. If Chloe's new Mom & Dad read this, please get in touch with me.

Naomi is adjusting and has fi t right in with our family. She fi nished basic obedience and we've been taking agility classes. She went with us to the beach for a week in Duck, N.C. at Thanksgiving. It's been fun sharing her fi rsts - fi rst time taking classes, fi rst time swimming in the ocean, fi rst snow. She's a great dog, very smart! We love her to pieces. Thanks for letting us adopt her.

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Just want you to know that the Bull Terrier you had briefl y named Dash (now named Mojo) is doing great! He’s truly the best dog we’ve ever owned. He fi t right in with the resident cat and dog and is a playful love bug. We also want you to know that Pepsi (now called Buddy) has fi nally adjusted at my parents house. And although he’s still “a hider”, he’s full of cuddles for my mom, which is all that matters. She’s very happy and adores “her baby.” Thanks for your wonderful work!

Dixie's name was Everest when we adopted her. She is thriving here in Surry County VA on our farm. She loves to "herd" us and to snuggle also. She is about 40 lbs now and thriving. Thank you!

Thank you ! We adopted Hoagie (you had named her Tahiti) a year ago and she is the sweetest dog. She is a high energy dog, which can be exhausting but she has such a great personality. We love her!

Thank you for the work you do. Her favorite thing to do, hike off lead. My favorite - passing obedience school! Many thanks!

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Enclosed is a donation to your organization in memory of Toby, a sweet dog who was adopted there almost 15 years ago.

My daughter-in-law and her 7 year old daughter picked him out as a 10 month old pup as they set to build their life here in Waynesboro. They picked him up on the day they moved from Maryland and all walked into their new home together. Then our son met Kelly, he had to be accepted by her daughter, Ryan, AND Toby! Toby was loved every hour of every day, and he returned the love sevenfold.

When we moved to Waynesboro in 2014, we became the happy "grandparents" to Toby and grew to love him also. We had the pleasure of having him at our house whenever they traveled.

He died while Kelly and Steven were holding him.

Thank you for the work you do and homes you help these dogs fi nd. They bring so much love and comfort. We all miss him so much but thankful for the time we had him.

Last week we adopted Frisbee, now Maddie. Maddie has brought us so much joy and love in the short time we've had her. She has helped us heal from the sudden loss of our boy Sully (was Hercules at ARSPCA). We feel so lucky to have found her and witnessed her transform from a terrifi ed shelter pup to a playful, goofy, and snuggly little dog. We are totally head over heels for her! Thank you for helping her fi nd her way to us!

He died while Kelly and Steven were holding him.

Th e Rainbow Bridge

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IN HONOR OF

In Honor of Louise VecellioCaryn Ergenbright

In Honor of "Ms P"Sam & Bev Richardson

Thanks to David & Cindy DidawickHarris Abrams

In Honor of Tom YanceySamuel & Margaret Rothgeb

In Honor of "Chance"Larry & Rebecca Batton

In Honor of "Milo"Tim & Jane Whitener

In Honor of "Chloe", "Sadie" & "Snuggles"Patricia & Edward Murphy

In Honor of "Callie Rose"Richard & Helen Ammons

In Honor of Father Benedict RitchieAmos & Rebecca Laine

In Honor of John Ong & Phil FloydJacquelyn Elliott

In Honor of Ted Bodkin & "Bubba"Anna Freeman

In Honor of The Marriage of Hollie Michael and Jason CappoIn Honor of Henley GabeauMiddlebrook Volunteer Fire Dept

In Honor of Lisa & Greg BotkinCynthia Burnett

In Honor of "Skye" Beloved Pet of Dr. M.H. ColeIn Honor of Naomi GroveStuart Downs

In Honor of Jimmy GunterSteven & Gregg Holloway

In Honor of Barbara HeizerMalinda Heizer

In Honor of Abby Ralston at The Puppy SpaMarcus & Sherrel Bang

In Honor of "Chico"Karen Parker

In Honor of Brendan & CarsonDana McCray

In Honor of Sue & Jimmy OvertonKathryn & David Hickman

In Honor of "Bogey"Michael Holshey

In Honor of "Goldie"Vada Kellogg

In Honor of Richard Landreth & GailRoss Landreth

In Honor of 'Dixie"Joan Barco

In Honor of "Pippa"Kenneth & Judith Olson

In Honor of Carl Brown & Mary Jo HawkinsTammie Hawkins

In Honor of Jackie KingBen Rothman

In Honor of Michelle Tillery-DuVal & Sam DuValThomas DuVal

In Honor of "Tazzwell"Jon Grainger & Lee Ann Kinkade

In Honor of Nancy WadleyRoger & Sharon Wood

In Honor of "Jack"Richard & Lynn Dickman

In Honor of Molly CockettCindy Stafford

In Honor of Our Dad on His Birthday Love, Snoopy, Missy, Penelopi, Peaches & Noel Marcelyn Johnson

In Honor of Jay SmileyTommy & Peggy Rosen

In Honor of "Hannibal" & "Tom Jones"Ray Firehock

In Honor of Ginny Crolius on Her BirthdayRichard Massey

In Honor of Melinda TalleyMarcum Foundation

In Honor of "Scooter" beloved Pet of John McManamayNancy Fisher & Ledford Carpenter

In Honor of Joshua Pridgeon's BirthdayMichelle Grauer

In Honor of Pam McGownSharon & Phillip Spalding

In Honor of LaDonna MowrySharon & Phillip Spalding

In Honor of "Coco"Frances & William Walton

IN MEMORY OF

In Memory of Thomas YanceyJanice RamseyTinkling Spring ChoirRamona Bosserman

In Memory of Donald Eugene GlassMichele Edwards

In Memory of Walter MorrisonVa. Eagle Dist. Co./JDESam & Donna Burns

In Memory of Peggy NormanMargaret Baldwin

In Memory of Tucker BrandtRita Brandt

In Memory of Dee McManamayEdgar & Karen MeyerhoefferDwyer BirdElliott's Knob Aerie 680 FOE

In Memory of Charles EvansDawn Evans

In Memory of Kent Carr & "Buddy"Lisa and Bill Moore

In Memory of J.W. McCrayDana McCray

In Memory of Arline HempLinda HempJames & Peggy Bailey

In Memory of Errol K. GannLaura Gann

In Memory of Billie HolidayMarion HerzDiane Sipe

In Memory of Louise James Carole, Stanley & Timothy ThompsonBob & Augusta MarkleyJerry & Roller ShipplettColin & Eugenia Hester

In Memory of Scott Mitchell Carr, Kent Donald Carr and "Buddy"Carr Family Foundation

In Memory of Jane Turner MeyersApril Cranford

In Memory of Christine MaccioliJames & Susanne PriceKaren FlannWilliam Forster

In Memory of Rebekah Linn MastinBarbara J. Prasse

In Memory of Tommy EaversMichael & Malinda Eavers

In Memory of Nancy TolleySteven Tolley

In Memory of Douglas StroopJudy Beck

In Memory of Bettie Anne MayoEvelyn M. Smith

In Memory of McKee Family of Roller, Lillian, Danny, Gerald & RonaldDonald McKee

In Memory of Rodney PerryDixie Parrish

In Memory of Lucy & Wanda Shifflett & Nancy PageCharlie, Ed & Lynda Shifflett

In Memory of Ann ArgenbrightMr. J. C. Argenbright

In Memory of Ron ObergCarolyn Vines

In Memory of Brittany BotkinAnna Freeman

In Memory of Adele KiesslingJulia Kiessling

In Memory of Christine MaccioliShelley Gutstein

In Memory of Thomas PowersLaura Woods

Donations given in memory and honor of Friends, Pets, and Loved ones

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In Memory of Steven SloughMark & Jamie FretwellRobin Daglian & Eco-ProductsDavid & Nadine WomickMary MorrisSusan Bennett

In Memory of Carol ShifflettWilliam BerryElliott's Knob Aerie 680 FOERita ShaverDuane Turner

In Memory of Shirley HaddockDawn SnyderSeekers Sunday School Class

In Memory of Karen KesnerCurtis Cupp

In Memory of Mary Frances BurnettRonald & Kathryn DenneySandra HarrisT. Peyton & Carol ConyerMary MarkleyEvelyn KiserS. Kay BurnettConstance Sachlis

In Memory of Harlin EdwardsT. Peyton & Carol ConyerMiles & Mary Johnston

In Memory of Betty Baylor DotsonRonnie Jenkins, Crouse & Coffey FamiliesJerry & Ellen CriggerJohn & Arlene BarbanYour Friends at Carter MachineryRobert & Susan ThompsonRamona Bosserman

In Memory of Joyce ShowalterBruce & Ruth Grover

In Memory of Maxine StricklerDorothy & James BrightMichael & Deborah PeckLinda, Bobby & Glen Hulvey

In Memory of Etta GibsonElliott's Knob Aerie 680 FOEBuddy Hutchens

In Memory of Ann ParrNancy AlfredRobert W. ScatesTommy & Peggy RosenLinwood & Ellen WisemanPfizer Vaccines Richmond DistrictDavid & Janet SurrattBarbara SwortzelDonald LawhorneRon & Jimmie EnglemanRamona BossermanMatthew & Leanne DeitzVirginia Title CenterScott & Lisa Carter

In Memory of Raymond HensleyVSDB Business OfficeDoots FamilyStacey StatonTessy SchlemmerDebbie BurnsJames & Amy HufferJudy Ann Dudley

In Memory of Janet EdwardsMiles & Mary Johnston

In Memory of Janet ThomasHugh B. & Jill Sproul

In Memory of Drew RichardsonEleanor J. Thompson

In Memory of Mickey StricklerRed Oaks Property Owners

In Memory of Evelyn LudholtzKenton & Linda Pettit

In Memory of Danny CashScott & Teresa Childress

In Memory of McKee Family, Roller R, Lillian C, Gerald, Ronald, Danny & PoohDonald McKee

In Memory of Robert PowersElizabeth & Harry Lamadue

In Memory of Nancy DietzAmerican Legion Aux

In Memory of David BrownPaula & Michael Gregory

In Memory of Eleanor ArnoldBruce & Ruth Grover

In Memory of Vina CrawfordBruce & Ruth Grover

In Memory of John OcheltreeLucille & Stacey DullTommy & Peggy RosenJerry & Virginia IrvineBennie & Gloria HildebrandCharles & Margaret BrandJim, Bill, Kathy & Adam BishopJohn & Lois OcheltreeRay & Judy Meek

In Memory of John McManamay & "Scooter"Virginia Cline

In Memory of Bonnie KiblingerCarole S. Thompson

In Memory of Bruce CourseyErnest C. EcholsWarner Insurance AgencyGail BackSharon Newman

In Memory of Barbara Buchanan SmithDon Landoll and Friends

In Memory of Dee WhitlockElliott's Knob Aerie 680 FOE

In Memory of Bobby WikelJoe & Liz McCue

In Memory of Dreama BryantNancy L. Cason

In Memory of Mary Virginia MeadowsBetter LivingGene & April OlingerTommy & Peggy RosenAbbie ConnerLinda TurchettaJanice HarrisTheresa Garrison

In Memory of Rudy LandisCruiser Club USA Chapter 30Larry & Linda RodeheaverCruiser Club USA Chapter 8Ronnie & Pamela Craig

In Memory of Emily KinslingBruce & Ruth Grover

In Memory of Glen GriffinRob & Connie Pardee

In Memory of Alice GabbertDavid & Linda Meyer

PET MEMORIALS

In Memory of "Sadie" Beloved Pet of The Clem FamilyDevan & Scott Koehn

In Memory of "Lola" Beloved Pet of Jane & Ron WitherawCarolyn & John Crawford

In Memory of "Luna"Mark Heede

In Memory of "Max" Beloved Pet of Gary & Sandy RankinDawn Snyder

In Memory of "Jag"Karen Hamrick

In Memory of "Cash" Beloved Pet of Angela & CarlyKaren Hamrick

In Memory of "Sugar" Beloved Pet of Sherry MohlerLawerence & Theresa Sheridan

In Memory of "Monique", "Muffin", "Buffy", "Champ" & "Lady"Dawn Evans

In Memory of "Sammi"Michael & Malinda Eavers

In Memory of "Molly"Marcellus Rankin

In Memory of "Torie"Charles & Margaret Brand

In Memory of "Paisley"Nancy & Robert Burnes

In Memory of "Autumn" Beloved Pet of Janis MoyerCharles & Margaret Brand

In Memory of "Molly" Beloved Pet of Sue & Jimmy OvertonBarbara McGill

In Memory of "Liam" Beloved Pet of Carolyn, Amelia & Scott HerringRick Chittum

In Memory of "Jeffy" & "Anna"George & Judy Baylor

In Memory of "Emmet" Beloved Pet of Andy & Diana CornevinCharles & Margaret Brand

Donations given in memory and honor of Friends, Pets, and Loved ones

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Donations given in memory and honor of Friends, Pets, and Loved ones

In Memory of "Torie" Beloved Pet of Margaret & Charles BrandAlbert & Helene Leichter

In Memory of "Sugar Bear" & "Tanner"Ken & Sandra Bryant

In Memory of "Katie" Beloved Pet of Lida & Dan ParrishBruce & Ruth Grover

In Memory of "Zoey" Beloved Pet of Chuck & Susie LendermanNancy RheaMartha WrayHenry & Nancy Carey

In Memory of "Dee Dee" Beloved Pet of Virgie WilhoitBetty C. Critz

In Memory of "Toby" Beloved Pet of Steven & Kelly Hartley & RyanMargaretta S. Hartley

In Memory of "Pearl"Mary & Steve Black

In Memory of "DD" Beloved Pet of Virgie & Clif WilhoitJudy CoxEvelyn Jones

In Memory of "Kailer" Beloved Pet of Anne & Dean PerdueSharon & Phillip Spalding

In Memory of "Campbell" Beloved Pet of Mr & Mrs Scott LocklearBruce & Ruth Grover

In Memory of "Gilley" I & II, "Duffy" I, II & III, "Charlie", "Max" and "Clue"William & Patricia Abbott

In Memory of "Fiona" Beloved Pet of Claude Thibaute and Pamela MargauxGeoffrey Macilwaine & Pamela Davies

In Memory of "Bosco" Beloved Pet of Eric & Julie SalemiShari Wilson

In Memory of "Shep" Beloved Pet of Linda BishopTom & Mary Beth Burton

In Memory of "Frankie"William & Emily Branscome

In Memory of "Toby"Carla VanDevander

In Memory of "Snoop"Nellie Durham

In Memory of "Peanut"Donna Nichols

In Memory of "Dewey"Patrice Campbell

In Memory of Debbie & "Shadow"William & Helen Jordan

In Memory of "Purple" & "Bailey"Addison & Heather Ely

In Memory of "Mauve", "Zuzu" & "Reagan"Sharon Angle

In Memory of Our Loved OnesGeorge & Neila Luzaich

In Memory of "Molly" Frances & William Walton

In Memory of "Charlie"Leighton & Kathryn Evans

In Memory of "Abby" Beloved Pet of Dawnelle MillerDale & Judith King

In Memory of "Casey"William Ryan

In Memory of "Ladybug #1"Sue Cook

In Memory of All Our PetsWade & Bonnie Haislip

In Memory of "Julia" Beloved Pet of Harriet HangerWilliam L. Harrell

In Memory of "Coco" Beloved Pet of Emerson & Nancy DeitzMartha Robinson

In Memory of "Abby" Beloved Pet of Pam McGownSharon & Phillip Spalding

In Memory of "Hokie Red"Russel & Carter Arbaugh

In Memory of "Butchie Blue Eyes"Mary K. Carroll

In Memory of "Pete" Beloved Pet of Kathleen & Bill HeatwoleJim & Latane Long

In Memory of "Josie" Beloved Pet of Dreama AndersonWilliam & Elizabeth Pollard

In Memory of "Josie" Beloved Pet of Dreama AndersonRudolph & Dorothy Bumgardner

In Memory of "Bo" Beloved Pet of Jan & Larry HooverFred & Elizabeth Stone

In Memory of "Charlie" Beloved Pet of Oswald FamilySharon & Phillip Spalding

In Memory of "Viva" Beloved Pet of Kristen BarnerSharon & Phillip Spalding

In Memory of "Madra" Beloved Pet of The HickeysRobert & Jacklyn Howard

In Memory of "Lindy" Beloved Pet of David & Debbie CaywoodEd & Melinda Talley

In Memory of "All My Pets"Dawn Evans

In Memory of "Tonka" Beloved Pet of Gary & Brenda MurrayShari Wilson

In Memory of "Kai" Beloved Pet of Cheryl ByrdMcChesney & Emily Sterrett

In Memory of "Stella" Beloved Pet of Tammie SadonisDevan Koehn

In Memory of "Harley" Beloved Pet of Jody & Alicia FitzgeraldMichael & Elizabeth SomersTJ & Dorothy Tysinger

In Memory of "Jack" Beloved Pet of Margie & Walt ObenchainBruce & Ruth Grover

In Memory of "Bailey" Beloved Pet of Susan & Larry BeckerPaul & Sara Lightner Family

In Memory of "Pumpkin"David & Linda Meyer

In Memory of "Maggie" Beloved Pet of Steve & Barb WaldonJames & Faith McDowell

My Forever Pet

There’s something missing in my home,I feel it day and night,I know it will take time and strength before things feel quite right.

But just for now, I need to mourn,My heart… it needs to mend.Though some may say, “It’s just a pet,”I know I’ve lost a friend.

You’ve brought such laughter to my home,and richness to my days.A constant friend through joy or losswith gentle, loving ways.

Companion, friend, and confidante,A friend I won’t forget.You’ll live forever in my heart,My sweet, forever pet.

– Susanne Taylor

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2217 North Augusta Street in the Terry Court Shopping Center

The store continues to do well, lots of great items coming in daily!

We have plenty of parking and lots of great treasures!

Open Monday-Saturday from 10-4 | 540-886-0444Accepting donations of your gently used, sell-able items

Visit us!

And in case you haven't met...Lilly and Sebastain are the offi cial shelter greeters and welcome all visitors in hopes of helping their furry friends get adopted. They both have their daily rituals that include receiving treats from staff and daily brushings. One of their most successful duties is laying on Stacy’s desk or the front customer service counter right in the middle of everything! Of course staff loves this and rewards them with extra treats and lots of loving pats! All of the staff thinks that Lilly and Sebastain need us but truly we need them!

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Augusta S.P.C.A. Critter ChronicleP.O. Box 2014Staunton, VA 24402-2014

Shelter HoursTuesday - Thursday 1:00p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Friday - Saturday 12:00p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Sunday 1:00p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Closed on Monday.

Phone: (540) 885-7722

Email: augustaspca@comcast.net

Website: www.augustaregionalspca.org

Augusta Regional S.P.C.A.

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