From the Editor’s Desk

Humane Society for Inland Mendocino Countywww.mendohumanesociety.com Issue 5 • Volume 9/2015

Waggin’ TalesFront & Back Cover

BoD • Staff • Monthly MeetingFrom the Editor’s Desk

Farewell to Two Dear FriendsOur Hearts Go Out

2-3Adopt a Kennel or Condo

Donations made in:In Memory & Honor of PeopleIn Memory & Honor of PetsPurrs & Tailwags • Angels

New & Sustaining MembersShelter Alumni • Special Thanks

4-5Max Meets His Match

Barn Cats • Emergency FundWill Power • Spaghetti DinnerRaffle Story • Upcoming Events

Celebrity Bartenders6-7

Dog’s Dilema • Volunteer CornerGrant Writer • Shoutout of Thanks

Board of DirectorsMaggie Weaver, PresidentAnn Koch, Vice President

Lizette Robinson, TreasurerVickie Adams, Secretary

Leslie Dodds, Mac McAlister,Mike Fesler, Stephanie Fesler, Mary Miller, Carolina North,Tara Hatton, Marie Myers,

Joe Hurlbut

StaffBrenda Harder, Shelter Coordinator

Adri Vega, Kennel SupervisorJan Monson,

Kennel AssistantHiliary Ames,

Cattery & Kennel AttendantSuzanne Coffman,

Cattery Attendant & Shelter Assistant

Monthly Meeting3rd Tuesday of each month

6 PM at the Shelter

Printed by Printing PlusMailed by Express-it

Shelter Hours & InformationWednesday thru Friday, 1 PM - 5 PM • Sat thru Sun, 11 AM - 3 PM

Closed Monday, Tuesday and Major Holidays.9700 Uva Drive, Redwood Valley, CA 95470

Phone: (707) 485-0123 FAX: (707) 485-0351Web: www.mendohumanesociety.com • Email: hsimc@pacific.net

Visit us on Facebook & View our adoptable pets at www.petfinder.com

HSIMC Volunteer Programs• Short-term Foster Program • Mobile Adoptions • Fund Raising

• Dog Walkers • Cat Cuddlers • Maintenance/Gardner

Our Wish List . . . Can You Help?For the Animals: Good quality canned cat and dog food, large NaturalBalance rolls, Kongs, gentle leaders and Halties. Cash is always needed.

VOLUNTEERS to walk dogs and cuddle cats.

For the Shelter: Unscented liquid laundry detergent, unscented dryer sheets, bleach, toilet paper, plastic garbage bags.

VOLUNTEERS to put all of these things to work.

For the Office: Standard white/color copy paper, laminating sheets,EPSON 200 Ink Cartridges, 1ST class postage stamps, cash of any

denomination, and Avery mailing labels #8160. And, of course, VOLUNTEERS.

For the Fundraisers: SILENT AUCTION ITEMS & RAFFLE GIFTS!!!

Humane Societyfor Inland Mendocino County9700 Uva DriveRedwood Valley, CA 95470

OUR MISSIONProvide a safe haven for displaced

companion animals.

Enhance the physical and mentalwell-being of the animals in our care

while seeking suitable homes.

Actively assist in reducing petover-population through education

and spay/neuter programs.

Develop awareness and promoteresponsible and humane treatment

of all animals.

Non-profit Org.U.S. Postage

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The massive fires in Lake County have been dreadful; our hearts go out to all who have suffered losses in this terrible tragedy. As animal lovers, we are particularly distressed by the plight of so many pets and other creatures that have been lost or injured. Several individuals have offered barns and pastures for large animals. Weat the Humane Society stand ready to help in any way we can to offer temporary

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Our Heart’s Go Out . . .

Farewell to Two Dear FriendsAs a small, independent non-profit shelter and adoption center, HSIMC depends on a very small paid staff and its volunteer force to care for the hundreds of dogs and cats that come into the shelter every year. Without volunteers the humane society would not exist. This past summer we lost two of our treasured people. JAN MCALISTER from Laytonville served tirelessly on our board of directors for many years; she garnered raffle prizes and silent auction items; she fostered newborn kittens; she helped in the office on short notice and was always willing to help in any way she could to benefit the “critters” in need. Her last act prior to succumbing to a stroke was to negotiate the purchase of a “lightly used” van for the shelter. “This is how much money we can spend and not a penny more”, she told Lee Miller of Thurston Motors. “Yes Jan, whatever you say” was Lee’s response. How sorry we are that she never got to drive the van, but she sure could drive a bargain! Few people were able to deny her requests to help the shelter animals.

JOAN WADE of Willits passed away in early August. At the age of 80 she was still substitute teaching and coming to the shelter to walk dogs several times a week. Her favorite dog Shi, a permanent resident at the shelter was her joy. To see the two of them together would gladden any heart. Joan was a consummate teacher. She loved nothing more than taking on a group of young people and marshalling them through any project to make things better for the animals. People half her age had trouble keeping up with her. Sadly, last spring Joan fell and sustained an injury that precluded her continuing to volunteer. This picture was taken after she was injured, when she made one of her last visits to the shelter. It shows the bond she and Shi had. JAN and JOAN will be sadly missed. Our hearts go out to both theMcAlister and Wade families in the loss of these two extraordinary women.

Maggie Weaver’s Birthday by Phyllis Berryman; Mona Gnader’s Birthday by Chana Eisenstein; The marriage of Marcia Howlett and Chris Howard by Hope Patterson and Melissa Thornhill in honor of Melissa Thornhill.

Donations made in Honor of People

CoCo by Lloyd & Janet Mahan; Lucy by Leslie Dodds; Tucker Weaver by Taffy Montgomery; Sassa Hamilton by Abbey Kaufman.

Donations made in Memory of Pets

Adrienna Beach by the members of TOPS 834 Ukiah; Bob Sloan by Connie Garzini, and Jessica Sloan; Carol & Michael Martinez; Jerry Whitaker by Lydell Valador; Joyce Grand, loving mother of Marcia, Monique and Danielle by Margaret Russell, her niece Mari Rozelle; Natalie Foucault by Dean and Jeannue Remstedt, Charlie and Marie Meyers; Neil Elliott by Glen and Barbara Muller; Patrick Healy by Fetzer Vineyards employees; Rodger Williams, by Joann Borges; Shirley Everhart made her raffle ticket donation in memory of Sharon Harshbarger; Jan McAlister by Glenda Pittman, Kitty McDill, The Laytonville Lioness Club, Cherolyn Forbes, Arthur & LuAnn Jenkins; Jack Frank by Charles and MarieMyers; Joan Wade by Marianne Olstad, Gene & Lori Pouquette, Debbie Bowles who taught with her; Thayer Johnson by Roberta Lemons; Melina ChaseThornhill by Leroy & Mary Louise Chase.

Donations made in Honor of PetsEthan Oeding for his newly adopted dog Scrappy; From Penny Seaman, a Birthday gift for the Seaman Cats who were adopted from HSIMC in 2012.

We continue to seek donors who will sponsor a dog kennel or a cat condo on an annual basis. For $250 (dog) or $100 (cat) per year a professionally de-signed sign naming the sponsor or their business will be placed on the kennel or condo.These funds will be used to keep up on repairs and improvements.NEW DOG KENNELSPONSORS: Lloyd & Jan Mahan, Potter Valley; Clarence & Sharon Holmes, Laytonville; Dennis Hallin honor of Ella Bird; The SuttonFamily, Hopland; Peter DalPoggetto, Willits; Kacy Knudsen, Willits; Kitty McDill, Laytonville; The Brakeman Family, Ukiah.NEW CAT CONDOSPONSORS: East Hill Veterinary Clinic; Dennis Hall in honor ofBitty Boy; In honor of MonaGnader’s Birthday; Jacob & Keri Ponce in honor of Gavin Leising.RENEWING DOG KENNELSPONSORS: Paul & LindaShimmin; Mariposa Market; Bruce & Sandra Ledford; Randy & Pat Coburn Coburn‘s Construction & Cabinetry Inc.; Golden Vineyards; Kitty McDill.RENEWING CAT CONDOSPONSORS: Marilyn Busch;Doug Gomez; Francine Selim;Tim & Julie Knudsen in memoryof Pippi; Rita & Aarne Bielefeldt; R.C. Wong; Golden Vineyards; Roberta Lemons in memory of Troy Lemons; Peter Dal Poggetto; Francine Bearden in honor ofFiona and Ollie.

Adopt aKennel or Condo

Purrs & Tailwags(those listed have done any number of good things for the animals)Kyle Cordes; Tractor Supply; Sharron Thomas; Eleanor Pickman; Callie Smith;Aaron Collins; Ethan Oeding; Bruce Ledford; Alice Mannion; Fiona Dudley;Michelle Markley; Ryan Kinney; Eve Jursch; Ray & Shirley Saunders; ThurmanAdams; Gail Chilton; Roger Vincent; Center for Spiritual Living; Jeanie Jennings; Jan Kunzler; Beverly Anderson; Alberta Joy; Kevin Moore; Marybeth Kelly; Bobbi Kelly-Ryan; Richard R. Ryan, SR; Jan Allegretti; Dorothy Asbury; Paul & Linda Shimmin; Charles Moton; B. Elena Drivell Stone; J. Lamprich; Edward & Barbara Schweitzer; Maxine Harris; Eloise Grothe; Candace Horsley; Charlotte Oeding; Mary Beth Kelly; Adele Pruitt; Charlene Kelley; Kathleen Shuster; Tina Moody Family Hair Care; Carre Brown; Adolph & Gayle Wagner; Susie Levoe; Erica Smith; Erika Barrish; Vickie Oman; D. William Jewelers. Inc.; Maria Pilgrim; Zachary Carpenter; Christine Cliburn; Mary Fisher; Callie Smith; Marian Dickson; Wannell Dawe; Silva Septic; Chris Juszczak; Miguel Nunez; Anne Enberg; Allison Pivniska-Clouse; Carmen Turrill; Ann Enberg; Larry Garber; North Coast Op-portunities; Conception Gonzolaz; Julie Knudsen; Katherine Perrin; Pam Harrison; Deanna Roderick-Crosby; Saundra Tassin; Lisa Petes; Mary Tane Sheppard; Kitty McDill; Ray Langerin; Karen Swerczek; David Johnson; Naughty Boy Vineyards; Gina Lang; Kale Haschak; Orr Hot Springs; Janice McAlister; Beverly Anderson; Gail Chilton; Marybeth Kelly; Sonia Maclear; Deacan Burgess with Germain-Robin; Elaine Richard; Mary Edwardsen; Katie Koerper; Heather Watson; Harold Crothers; Brenda Suneson; Linda Morris; Joyce Gertier; Bobbie Kelly-Ryan for all she does; Marjorie Thatcher; Kimberly Vadeinieks; special thanks go out to the students of Willits Elementary Charter School who raised $121 in a coin drive and donated it to the shelter. Johnathan Meadowbrook; Pat Collins; The Girl Scouts of Northern California Troop #10462; Joanne Borges; Mary Louise Chase; TracieMello; Sue Bostwick George Coravas; Heather Watson; Lisa Petersen; Russell Clarke; Mona Gnader; Erica Gonzalez; Jill Cunningham and Gene & Carolyn Stewart. We also thank all those who make anonymous donations.

HSIMC New Membership Form

Date: _______________ Name: ________________________________________________ Address:_______________________________________________ City: ________________________ State: ______ Zip: _________ Phone: ______________________ Cell: ____________________ Type of membership (please circle one): New Member Renewing Member Membership Level (please circle one): Senior/Student: $20/year Individual: $35/year Family: $50/year Business: $75/year I am willing to help at events: YES ____ NO ____ Contact me by phone: ( ) _______________ or Email ____________________________________

Show You Care with One of the Many Ways to help Being a member is the easiest way to show your support for the work done by the shelter. Our Mission is to provide a safe haven for healthy, adoptable animals and enhance their well-being while seeking suitable homes. We also provide spray/neuter education to develop awareness in the community and promote responsible, humane treatment of all animals. Thank you for your time and consideration.

Other Ways to Help General Donation (please specify amount): $ _______

Dog Kennel Sponsorship:; $250.00 Cat Condo Sponsorship: $100.00 (plaque to be placed on dog kennel) (plaque to be placed on cat condo) Honorarium (please specify amount): $ _______ In Honor of: ________________________________

Memorial ($50.00 minimum) (please specify amount):$ _______ (plaque to be displayed on memory wall) In Memory of: ______________________________

Donations made in Memory of People

Like many non-profit organizations, HSIMC depends heavily on monetary donations, in-kind donations, as well as volunteers who give so generously of their valuable time. Along with these avenues of giving, the HSIMC is also in need of an individual who would be willing to do grant research and writing in order to secure grant funds for specific projects at the shelter, as well as specific animal needs. If you, or any one you know has these skills and is an animal lover, please have them contact Maggie Weaver at the HSIMC (707) 485-0123; it would be deeply appreciated.

Is there a Grant Writer in the House?

A Large Shoutout of Thanks!A large shoutout of thanks to our satellite adoption centers. Kittens and cats at Coast Hardware and The Purple Moose in Willits. And, Moochie Poochie in Ukiah for puppies and kittens. CAN YOU HEAR US?

This spring the Boy Scouts of Troop 212, Willits, came to the shelter two days in a row to do grounds work, indoor cleaning, cat socializing and dog walking. Scouts Cody Pedersen, Aidan Bryant, Nicholas Hebel, Zach Dellett and Oren Silverstein were accompanied by adults Ken Pedersen and Jen Dellett. The boys were working on their “citizenship in the community” merit badge. It was the boys’ idea to choose the Humane Society as the place to earn their badges. Earn them they did through a lot of outdoor cleanup and indoor wall washing as well as playing with the cats and walking dogs. The troop is chartered by First Baptist Church in Willits.

Special Thanks for Special Things

Welcome aboard to: Sara Cope & Karena Jolley; Lloyd & Jan Mahan; Marcia Miller; John & Nellie Larsen; Raymond Theeringer; Jay Johansen; Julie Dodd; the Sutton Family; Fay Monteleone; and Dee Dix. Our members are thebackbone of HSIMC, we can’t do it alone.

We are sending discount coupon books to all new members!

Volunteer Corner

These good people make monthly, or more, donations like clockwork: Lynn & William Hoomalu; Peter Dal Pogetto; Eddie Alexander; Christine Erkkila; Esther Pokriots; Helga Raab; Mike & Darlene Lewis; Heather Rose; GarySilver; Kyle Cordes; David Dauer; Patrick Crone; Ken Fowler Motors and Te-resa Lackey.

Mandy Cartwright and her son Simon adopted the dog “Café” from the shelter in January of 2011. They renamed him “Max Trouble”. “Max has been such a blessing,” Mandy wrote, “not only for us, but for our family and friends as well. Max was always intended to be a part of our family in the grand scheme of things. I wanted to say thank you for taking him in until the stars aligned. Bless you all.”

We love to hear from our “Alumni”

News from Shelter Alumni

SustainingMembers

Please help us with our dilemma! We are getting very concerned about the wonderful volunteers who come to walk and socialize us. Ourvolunteer dog trainer, Leslie, and our kennel supervisor, Adri, have such huge hearts that they want to rescue as many dogs as possible. In fact, they rescue dogs from at least three different shelters regularly plus take in owner surrenders. Here lies the dilemma . . . our volunteers are so dedicated and they come as often as humanly possible but they are getting pooped!!! They really need help. Do you like to go for long or short walks? Perfect! Do you prefer not to walk, but enjoy sitting under a shade tree watching a dog play or swim in their pool or possibly throwing a ball for a dog? Perfect! Do you like putting on a raincoat and walking in the rain? Perfect! Do you prefer sitting under a carport cover when it’s raining. Perfect! We love getting out of our kennels as much as possible and enjoy people so are more than happy to work with your schedule and preferences. Hope to see you or your family member, friend or neighbor at the dog walking orientation. It is offered every Sunday at 11:00 a.m. Please spread the word! Sending a bark of thanks and a slobbery kiss your way! The Dogs at HSIMC

MEET ZOE: Zoe Caldera began volunteering at HSIMC in the fall of 2013 when she arrived in the area with her family from Tucson, AZ. Now a high school senior/college student, Zoe has grown into a very reliable volunteer in the cattery and kittery working with the cats and kittens and in general being very helpful. She is pursuing certification in welding at Mendocino College and is also majoring in zoology and hopes for a future as a zoologist or veterinarian. “What originally drew me to the Humane Society was the desire to meet more people and lend a helping hand around the shelter” she said. “As long as I’m around my voice will always be there to speak on behalf of the animals. I have gotten to know the shelter staff and other volunteers over the years. This has become more than a volunteer job to me, it’s a second home! I can give back to my community and do what I love most, help the animals!” Needless to say, Zoe became a valued part of our volunteer “staff”.

The need for a well-run, vibrant animal shelter and adoption center will always be with us. “Kitten Season” will happen every year, puppies will be born year-round, and people will always need to re-home pets and sur-render strays. We like to think of HSIMC as a growing organization, and it is, but for many of us the growing is growing older! We strive to attract enthusiastic members/volunteers of all ages, but we know that the future naturally lies with the next generation of animal lovers. However, we all have an opportunity to continue supporting the animals by using our “WILL” power. Remembering HSIMC in your will can make a hugedifference. Please consider the animals in your estate planning and useyour “WILL” power!

Using “Will” Power

The Dog’s Dilema

shelter to displaced dogs and cats. The need for foster care will be great and with the help of many volunteers, we will do all we can to help. Any one wishing to help is urged to call us at (707) 485-0123 or email us at hsimc@pacific.net.

Fires, continued from front cover:

New Members

Carrie Gillespie of Long Valley Lumber for waiving her commission in the new shade covers for the dog playpens; Helga Raab; Mike & Darlene Lewis; Tara Moratti for donating her commission on a home sale; Ryan Luna; The Howard Foundation; Elizabeth Weeks; Dustin Kotterman; Lynn & William Hoomalu; Theresa Lackey; Christopher Juszczak; Ken Fowler Motors; Gina Lane for her many donations; Kale Haschak; Bi Coastal Media; Jim Mayfield; Long Valley Feed Store for their donation of goat’s milk for our bottle babies; FetzerVineyards; Elaine Richards for her donation to purchase new “kiddy pools” for the shelter dogs; Ukiah Daily Journal and Willits News for printing our “Name Your Own Price” June promotion flyer. Doug Gomez for his large donation to “help fix kittens!”; Northern Aggregates for their numerous donations of rock for kennels, driveways and walkways, Pete Swanton, for pulling a banner behind his plane promoting the HSIMC Open House and Appreciation Day. Chris at the Bakery Outlet in Ukiah for donating all of the buns for our appreciationday barbecue. Elaine Richard; Bill Barksdale for all he does for the animals; Lynne Nagel of Bradford Ranch; Francine Long; Berr Pet Supply and Cardinal Pet Care for a large donation of pet supplies.

Angels forthe Animals

Last Willand

Testament

Sometimes it takes a year or more to find the perfect fit; we think we are never going to be able to find a good home, particularly for an older cat that is compromised in one way or another. Case in point: Max. Max came to us with another cat named “Baby” in January 2014. They were the dear pets of an elderly lady who was no longer able to keep them. She had rescued both as kittens several years ago. Baby had just needed to be bottle fed, but Max she had found lying in the street. He had been hit by a car and had lost an eye and several teeth. She saw to it that he received the vet care he needed to close the eye and neuter him and gave him lots of love and attention. Baby, a Siamese mix was adopted relatively soon. Poor old one-eyed Max kept being dismissed despite his love of laps, treats and

Max Meets His Match

Barn CatsEvery year we take in hundreds of cats and kittens. As a non-profit, no kill shelter and adoption center we do our best not to take in feral cats, but it sometimes happens, particularly when kittens refuse to be socialized. When faced with this problem we try to match the cats with people who need a “mouseworker” or two to live in their barn, shop or shed. The people agree to keep the cats safe until they learn that this is where the food is. They then continue to offer food, water and shelter to the cats, but let them live on their own.

And so, dear friends, it happened again. The 8th annual Humane Society “Pasta for Paws” spaghetti dinner took place at the Barra of Mendocino Winery in Redwood Valley on April 25th. Despite chilly temperatures and brisk winds it was a greatsuccess. Way more than 500 people were served Chef d’Bill’s signature spaghettiwith all the “fixings” followed by Mary Miller’s “dessert table to die for”. The “Felt Tips” kept a cheerful tempo going on the patio. Those who were seated outside braved the wind, enjoyed the fresh air and sunshine, and tookadvantage of the snuggly fleece blankets provided. Rumbling purrs and major tail wags go out to the following who donated items for the silent auction. They include Backroads Productions; Wayne Menger; Heather Rose; Jim and Ann Denham; Germain-Robin; Golden Vineyards; MelLockey; Paul and Linda Shimmin; Sheryl Lynn Forbes; Lustre Jewelry; Margret North; Hans Vester; Bobby Kelly-Ryan; Adolph and Gayle Wagner/Tim Kline; Mac and Jan McAlister; Mary Edwardsen; Taylor Page; Tim Taubold and Denise Niderost;Vickie Oman; Scoops Ice Cream & Deli; Leslie Roberts; Vickie and Aaron Adams;Naughty Boy Vineyards; Christine Cliburn; Norma Lowe; Blue Ribbon Pets; J.D.Redhouse; Consuela Rocha; Tina Moody; Mary Beth Kelley; Susie Levoe; Leah Ortiz; Glass Artist Kale Haschak; Ken Fowler Auto; Charlie and Marie Myers; Mike and Stephanie Fesler; Boomer’s Bar and Grill; Cat’s Meow; Savana Robinson; Katie Koerper; Adel Pruitt; Jeff Leedy; Erika Barrish; Sharon Bianchi; Sue Sweet; Campbell’s Napa Auto Parts; Don and Eleanor Pickman; Sue Anzilotti and Moonstonegold. A huge thank you as well to all the individuals who bid on the silent auction items.

SpaghettiDinner Wrap

The 5th Annual Tri-Tip Dinner will be held on November 7th in Carl Purdy Hall at the Redwood Empire Fairgrounds in Ukiah. It should be a fun event with wonderful food, incredible desserts, a quarter auction and a live auction run by our good friend Sheriff Tom Allman, who will also serve as master of ceremonies. Save the date! Also, we are always looking for donated items for our fundraisers; call us at (707) 485-0123 and we will make the necessary arrangements. Many thanks! The annual Christmas Wreath Project will kick off at the Barra of Mendocino Annual Artisan Faire November 21st and 22nd. The “wreath elves” will go into full production just before Thanksgiving and will be hard at it until December 20th. We are hoping for an early, rainy fall to freshen all the greens we will need. On February 14th we have planned a second fashion show. The date coincides with Valentine’s Day. There will be a lot more information about this event in weeks to come.

Upcoming Events

Once again our friends stepped up to support “their” humane society by purchasing more than $12,600 in raffle tickets,donating prizes and selling tickets. More than 200 attended the volunteer/supporter barbeque and open house held on July 19th the day of the raffle drawing. A number of the people attending held winning tickets which is always fun; a crew ofvolunteers prepared and served the hotdogs and hamburgers and a variety of salads followed by a wonderful array ofcookies. That is how we “appreciate” our volunteers, we put them to work! We owe many thanks to all from the community who donated prizes, as well as to those “out of the area” venues that have supported the animals for many years. We thank you all. Special thanks, as well, to Sonia McAlear for providing music throughout the event.

Raffle Story

EmergencyMedical Fund

Every once in a while we are faced with a dilemma when a dog or cat sud-denly requires very expensive medical treatment for an unexpected illness or an injury. Several hundred dollars for a broken leg; up to $1,000 for a dog with heartworm; what do we do? Money spent on one animal could be used to spay or neuter lots of kittens and puppies, purchase a lot of needed supplies, pay ongoing shelter bills. But, how do we face putting down the otherwise healthy young dog who just needs cataract surgery,the darling little yellow kitten with a broken leg, the two LabradorRetrievers with major heartworm? This is when we call on our “Angels”for help. Rather than make these seemingly continuous pleas, we aresetting up an Emergency Medical Fund for the animals and urge those who wish to do so, to designate donations to this fund. The North Bay Association of Realtors Mendocino County Chapter got the ball rolling with a charity Golf Tournament to benefit the animals this summer. Members of the county chapter came to the shelter in late August to present a $3,500 check, take a tour of the shelter, visit with the animals and express confidence that the tournament will be bigger and better next year. We are delighted with their enthusiasm and willingness to help! They are calling the fund “Pumpkin’s Second Chance Fund” in honor of the little dog who was fostered and then adopted by realtor Trudy Sellars Ramos and her family.

Kimmarie and Roley of “The Office at Main and Mill” teamed up with Olivia and Jillian Walton of “Liv Fashion Boutique Inc.” to raise money for the shelter. Liv and Jillian served as local “Celebrity Bartenders” for the event under the direction of “main man bartender” Steven Simms. All tips were donated to the shelter during the two hour event. Simms said he was “more than happy” to make the dona-tion. The place was packed and more than $1,100 was raised for the animals. In addition to that, Kimmarie and Roley made a large donation as well. The event also raised community awareness for the needs of displaced companion animals at HSIMC. This was the second time in less than a year that “Liv Fashion” stepped up for the animals. In September 2014 they spearheaded the highly successful “Let the Fur Fly” fashion show at Barra of Mendocino Winery.

Celebrity Bartenders

attention. Finally in mid-February of this year the right person came to the shelter. Phyllis Rose had lost her 14+ year old cat and needed a new companion. Max made a bee line for her, following her around as she looked at different prospects, when she sat down he was immediately in her lap. What choice did the poor woman have? She recognized his delightful personality and calm manner. We like to think Max recognized the right person! Once again it shows the wisdom of adopting an older cat for many people. Kittens can be a lot of fun, but their high energy is often more than an older person wants to cope with.