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In This Issue:
- Special Thanks to Animal Fest  Sponsors
- 2011 Photo Contest Winners, Thank You for Participating!
- Stop by Drug Warehouse in Okmulgee - Donations
- PAWS - N - CLAUS, Capture a Holiday Photo
- Tick, Tock. Protect Your Pets
- Tips For Making Your New Pet Feel Welcome
- Garage Sale Success
- Cat Ownership Is PURRIFIC for Your Health
- We'll Meet You at Rainbow Bridge
- Embrace Your Green PAW
- A Donation to PAWS makes the PURRRFECT Gift
-  Wish List
- PAWS Shelter Update

Appreciation for Your Contribution, Recognizing Our Members & Those that Donated:
- Gold Members
- Silver Members
- Bronze Members
- Business Members
- Family Members
- GrandPAW Members
- Individual Members
- Donations

Recognizing Supporting  Companies:
- Yaffe Charitable Trust
- Animal Medical Center
- Muskogee Phoenix
- Magnolia Gardens Assisted Living Residence

Donors to Animal Fest & Raffle Donors
U. S. A. Liquor, Pisano's Pizza, Hairdresser Becky Thornton at About Hair, Hairdresser Jerry Ellis, El Chico’s Restaurant, Applebees, China King Super Buffet, Golden Corral, Chili’s, Speedway Grill, Charlie’s Chicken Eastside, G&K Furniture, RibCrib, Cagle’s Flowers, Chandler Road Donuts, Amish Country Store & Restaurant, John Griffin, Cross Communications, Whitlock Wish House, Bebb’s Flowers, IHOP, PETCO, Fish Plus, Chris Maxwell and Economy Pharmacy.

Logo dedicated to Corporate to Casual’s office dog,
“Ranger”. These unique t-shirts are still available for
purchase at our PAWS shelter.
 

A Special Thanks to the Muskogee Art Guild and Monica Brown. The Art Guild held a silent auction of artwork to benefit PAWS. A unique painting by Don “Chico” Jones worth $500 was donated as a raffle prize. They also gave away free books to the children attending Animal Fest. They also had a ball toss game and gave away unique hand-painted dog and cat magnets as prizes.

We really appreciate the presence of Larissa Efird from Animal Chatter. Hopefully the lines of communication were opened between a few pets and their owners!

Also, many thanks to Jeff Leake (Honkey Da Clown) who delighted many at Animal Fest with his balloon animal creations.
Thank you also to everyone who volunteered to prepare for, work during and entertain at Animal Fest. We could not have done it without you: Samantha Byrd, Madelin Ownby, Louis Farmer, Elouise Farmer, Dorothy Farmer, Geni Gallant, Angie Gallant, Paula Vega, Claudette Courtemanche, Sue Cote, Kate Schroeder, Paige Frix, Victoria Carvajal and Lisa Carroll.

Food & Beverage Donations were graciously provided by Dorothy & Louis Farmer, Wayne & Sue Cote, Patsy Rodin, Kate and Rob Schroeder and Mary Cohlmia Baldwin.

Braided pet toys were hand-made and donated to PAWS for sale at Animal Fest by the 4H Kennel Club Youth : Blake, Megan, Miller, Klea, Katie, Camryn, Zoey and Tommy Phelps. We appreciate all of your support, time and dedication to making this such a special event!

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2011 Photo Contest Winners, Thank You for Participating!

Congratulations to the following photo contest winners! Each of our winners received a magnet of their winning photo.

Cindy Glover, Belgium Sheepdog Mix "Thor"
Gayle Allen, Tabby Cat "Tuffy"
Joanne Myers, Yorkipoo "Mimi"
Betty Landers, Bichon Frise "Pepper"



Keep your camera close by to capture your pet’s photo-perfect moment and save it for next year’s contest.
We look forward to next year submissions and will provide details in 2012.

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Stop by Drug Warehouse on Okmulgee to Share in the Spirit of the Holiday Season - Donations for PAWS

Thanks to Drug Warehouse for setting out a collection container at one Muskogee location for donations for PAWS. The bin will be out November and December. Please let all your family and friends know when they shop at Drug Warehouse, 3202 W. Okmulgee, to drop off donations for PAWS.

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PAWS - N - CLAUS, Capture a Holiday Photo with Your Furry Friend & Kris Kringle

This year’s chance for your pet to meet Santa and get a photo with Kris Kringle will be Saturday, December 3 at PETCO in Muskogee. The event will be held from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. This is another way to support PAWS, so please stop by! Happy Holidays to your and your loved ones!
 

Tick, Tock. It’s Always Time to Protect Your Pets from Ticks!

According to Oklahoma State University, our pets are at risk of catching diseases from ticks too. Here is a list of tick transmitted diseases that can affect animals:

For more information, go to the website: http://instruction.cvhs.okstate.edu/kocan/ticks/tickok.htm. Please be sure to visit your veterinarian to determine the best form of tick control for your pet.

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Tips For Making Your New Pet Feel Welcome

All new pets don't come into your home and feel like they’ve been there forever. It may take 2 to 3 months for them to really feel comfortable. Don't rush them. Have patience.

Good nutrition and socialization are about the best thing you can do for them. Give them time to get adjusted and learn your rules and schedule. Try to put yourself in their place and think how you would feel after being dumped and shoved from place to place. It would be hard for anyone to know where they belong. They will know that they are where they belong if you give them plenty of interaction, exercise and lots of one-on-one with love and affection.

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Did You NOSE?  Cat Ownership Is PURRIFIC  for Your Health!

Cat owners are 40% less likely to die of a heart attack then non cat owners. One rationale; interacting with cats reduces anxiety and stress. Plus, cats need less time and care than dogs. (But pets in general--even fish--are associated with better health in owners.)

Share these LIVER TREATS with your healthy buddy & celebrate good health!

1 lb Chicken Livers             2 Tablespoons Molasses or any syrup        2 Eggs
1 1/2 Cups Cornmeal        2 Large cloves garlic

Combine all wet ingredients first in a food processor, then add rest of ingredients, blend until uniform in color. Pour into baking pan and bake at 400 F degrees, until it pulls from the sides or a knife comes out clean. Cut into bite size pieces. Store in the refrigerator.

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We'll Meet You at Rainbow Bridge, In Loving Memory of Our Beloved Best Friends

"...You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart."

Morgan le Fay: Our condolences to Donne Nel and Jim Green who lost their beloved dog Morgan le Fay, a Jack Russell Terrier. “She was my sweetheart,” Donne Nel said of Morgan. (Photo Not Available)

In loving memory of our Trusty  Scout throughout her 13 years with us everyday was full of love, loyalty, dedication and the purest form of companionship. Our hearts were truly blessed and life was more joyful with you in it , thank you! We will cherish the wonderful memories, everyday. God Bless our sweet angels and thank you for your unconditional love and sharing your unforgettable soul with us. You were the best big & little sister to two amazing packs. Team Carroll

Ellen Mayer Wrote the Following Beautiful Tribute to her Pets Tom-Tom and Sidney
Tom -Tom came into my life in 1992 when he was a tiny kitten just 5 weeks old. My daughter was driving on a busy four lane highway in Oklahoma City when she saw what looked like an old shoe. However, when she got closer, she realized it was a tiny kitten rolled up in a ball in the middle of the pavement. She slowed down scooped him up and brought him to me. He was always so spirited and full of life. He simply could not discipline himself to stay out of trouble and I am convinced that he actually acted out in an effort to be noticed. However, I viewed it as part of his charm.

Sidney came to me in 1995 when he was probably six months old. He wandered up to my door with a terrible wound caused by a rubber flea collar that was around his neck and had slipped down under one of his front legs. He was starving and dehydrated. I live trapped him and took him to the emergency animal hospital. Two surgeries were required to close the horrible wound under his leg where the buckle had cut down to the tendon. From that moment on, he and I were inseparable for the remainder of his beautiful life.

They were such mild mannered, affectionate, sweet animals. They loved each other so much and when Sidney passed away last summer from pancreatic cancer, Tom-Tom showed visible signs of grief that lasted until his death this summer from the ravages of old age and a number of other health problems.

I have so many wonderful memories of them and the joy they brought into my life in the 16 and 19 years they were a part of my family. It was such a difficult decision to say my final "goodbyes"... not a day goes by that I don't think of them and the tears still flow. I loved them enough to let them go. However, they will always have a special place in my heart.

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Embrace Your Green PAW - Thank You to the Community for Your Continued Support

Our Green PAW program has been very successful and we are so grateful for the community's support!
We appreciate all the people who bring their aluminum beverage cans (pop, beer, energy drinks) to PAWS so we can recycle them for cash.

Why not try setting up a plastic bin at your workplace or business? Ask your co-workers to bring in their cans too. PAWS would love to keep cleaning up our community while also earning some much needed proceeds for our shelter.

GREEN PAW Initiative Update, Pass On PAWS Newsletter

Thanks to all who have signed up to receive this e-newsletter. Please forward and share this newsletter with all your fellow animal lovers. To sign up please send an email to PAWS_OK@yahoo.com and request to be added to our list. PAWS’ list is confidential and we will not share it with anyone.

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A Donation to PAWS makes the PURRRFECT Gift for Any Animal Lover

Show a loved one how much you care about them by making a donation to PAWS in their name. Animal lovers of all ages will appreciate a holiday or birthday gift of a donation to PAWS.

We use your donations to help operate our no-kill shelter, provide critical medical care for the animals in our care and to maintain our facility.


 

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Lend a Helping PAW... PAWS Wish List

Here are some items from the PAWS wish list:
Dishwasher Soap (powder or liquid), first class stamps, #10 blank envelopes, laundry detergent, bleach, gift cards to Lowe’s, Wal-Mart, or office supply stores, paper towels, post-it notes, DAWN dish soap, non-clumping cat litter, canned dog or cat food. Any contributions are a tremendously appreciated!

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PAWS Shelter Update
 
PAWS is proud to share in the the following accomplishments in the first six months of 2011 !
Adoptions & Spay/Neuters
 

January: 5 adoptions, 3 spay/neuter February: 4 adoptions, 1 spay/neuter March: 5 adoptions, 3 spay/neuter

April: 5 adoptions, 4 spay/neuter May: 7 adoptions, 8 spay/neuter June: 6 adoptions, 6 spay/neuter

Celebrating Eighteen Years of Dedication!
Sincerely, Dorothy Farmer - Executive Director

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The Promoting Animal Welfare Society, Inc. (PAWS) is a non-profit, charitable organization that is recognized by the Internal Revenue Service. We are dedicated to reducing the abuse, overpopulation, and euthanasia of animals in the Greater Muskogee Area.  Business Hours: Sunday & Monday - Closed / Tuesday - Friday 10:30 am to 4:30 pm / Saturday 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm                           
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