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Animal Humane Society | Summer 2018
BUILDING
BETTER
HOUSING
FOR DOGS
DOGS LIVE AND
PLAY TOGETHER
IN NEW HABITAT
PROTOTYPE
A Message from
Janelle Dixon
Summer 2018
Animal Humane Society (AHS) engages the hearts, Director of Communications
hands, and minds of the community to help animals. As I write this, spring is in the air — and Brand
Every year AHS cares for more than 23,000 and innovation is blooming at Animal Paul Sorenson
companion animals in need and helps thousands Humane Society.
more through programs for people and pets.
In this issue of Animal Tracks, we’re Editor
As the leading animal welfare organization
excited to share stories about two Mary Tan
in the Upper Midwest, AHS is transforming the
exciting new projects that demonstrate
way shelters care for animals and engage their
communities. From innovative medical and behavior our commitment to providing the best Associate Editor
programs to investments in outreach and advocacy, possible care to animals in need. Shanna Haugland
AHS is advancing animal welfare and creating a In Golden Valley, we’re opening a new habitat prototype
more humane world for animals everywhere. that will transform the way we care for dogs in our Designers
AHS receives no federal, state or government funding shelters. Jackie Lehmann
and relies soley on private donations, special events, Dogs, like people, are social animals, and housing them Kelsie Young
adoption and program fees, and merchandise sales. in solitary kennels in environments that are flooded with
sensory information — like the smells and sounds of Contributors
Board of Directors other dogs — contributes to stress and anxiety. Zoe Clarke
That’s why we’re developing new housing that allows Kelly Erickson
Paul Kaminski, Chair
dogs to socialize, play, and show off their personality to Maggie Flanagan
Jennifer McNeal, Treasurer
potential adopters. The habitat prototype includes private Rose Miller
Contents
Dick Hall, Secretary
areas where dogs can take a break and shared spaces Zach Nugent
Donna Zimmerman, Vice Chair
that encourage dogs to interact with each other and
Tom Hoch, Past Chair
potential adopters in a more natural, inviting setting. Animal Tracks is published
Dr. Trevor Ames
We’re starting out small, but what we learn in this twice a year.
Building Better
Kaywin Feldman
Dr. Bianca Fine space will shape our plans for future dog housing at AHS. 12
Across the river in St. Paul, another exciting endeavor
Greg Foster
Lisa Hannum is taking root. In April, we purchased a building on Housing for Dogs Mission
Stacy Pagano University Avenue that will eventually house a new Canines live and play together in new habitat To engage the hearts,
Kelly Palmer veterinary clinic and community program center serving hands, and minds of the
Susan Palombo
Diana Purcel
Frogtown, East St. Paul, and surrounding communities. 4 Petcetera community to help animals.
Our existing outreach efforts help thousands of people
E.J. Tso and pets every year, and a new place to deliver services 4 Puppy day at the capital Vision
Tina Wilcox and care year-round will help us support even more. 5 New AHS veterinary clinic and community program center To compassionately and
Janelle Dixon, President & CEO These new initiatives are all part of our efforts to will help pets in need responsibly create a more
advance our mission — to engage the hearts, hands, and 6 A lifetime of love and a legacy for cats humane world for animals.
Staff Leadership minds of the community to help animals. 7 Petunia's journey from suffering stray to awe-inspiring
Our work is as vital today as it’s ever been — and your ambassador Core Values
Janelle Dixon, President & CEO
support makes it all possible. On behalf of the animals 8 AHS provides ID tags for life Be good to animals.
Eileen Lay, Chief Operating & Financial Officer
and people we serve, I extend my gratitude. 9 PetSmart Charities grant helps fund spay/neuter surgeries Partner with people.
Lisa B. Bonds, Chief Advancement Officer
Kathy Mock, Chief Government Affairs &
in low-income communities Lead responsibly with compassion.
Community Engagement Officer Best, 10 AHS humane investigations team brings hundreds of
animals to safety
On the cover:
Animal Humane Society is a founding member of
Minnesota Partnership for Animal Welfare (MnPAW)
Also inside AHS unveils its new dog habitat
and the Minnesota Horse Welfare Coalition. 2 A message from Janelle Dixon prototype. which allows dogs
20 Happy tails to have the enrichment they
Janelle Dixon, President & CEO 22 Locations, hours, and services need while in our care.
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Petcetera
“We thought
this would be New AHS veterinary clinic and
a great way to
give lawmakers community program center
a break from
their work and will help pets in need
a chance to
meet some of
Puppy day
Animal Humane Society’s outreach programs support “One of the biggest
our wonderful the health and well-being of animals in Twin Cities com- barriers they face is
Existing floorplan
animals that munities where poverty is high, resources are scarce, the lack of access to
at the capital need homes.” and affordable pet care services are limited.
Since 2013 these programs have supported thousands
of pets and families in Frogtown and East St. Paul by
affordable veterinary care. This new clinic and program
center will make a huge difference.”
Creating a permanent presence also demonstrates our
hosting wellness clinics at community parks and shutt- commitment to these communities, says Mock. “We want
Transportation, public safety some of our wonderful animals that so reaching out to state leaders is ling animals to our Kindest Cut clinic in Golden Valley. people to know that we’re here to stay.”
and taxes are just a few of the need homes,” says Kathy Mock, chief important,” says Mock. “It’s crucial But that’s about to change. In April AHS purchased The building — at 1159 University Avenue West — is
topics members of the Minnesota government affairs and commu- they know pets are family to most a 10,000 square-foot building on University Avenue in located a block from the Lexington Avenue transit station.
Legislature debated in the 2018 ses- nity engagement officer at Animal Minnesotans, and animal laws St. Paul that will eventually house outreach programs It includes off-street parking and ample space for train-
sion. But all the tough talk came to Humane Society. have the ability to influence their and a new veterinary clinic in the heart of these under- ing classes, educational programs, and office space in
a halt when some fluffy, four-legged Nearly 200 people came to the constituents.” served communities. addition to a clinic.
constituents came to the state cap- event, including legislators from both Minnesota legislators are currently This new facility will AHS will renovate and occupy the building in stages.
itol for a visit this past March. Five political parties. It was a chance to discussing a bill that would end help AHS fill a vital need Starting later this year, it will be home to our outreach
Bichon/Poodle puppies took over a showcase the bond between humans euthanasia by gas chamber in animal in an area with few pet team as well as pet training classes and educational pro-
room at the State Office Building to and animals, and introduce AHS to shelters. AHS does not use gas resources. “The people in grams. The veterinary clinic will open later, after AHS has
call attention to the importance of state leaders. Several AHS veteri- chambers and, along with 24 other these communities love raised funds to renovate and build out the clinic space.
companion animals in Minnesota. narians also spent time talking about Minnesota shelters, supports the their pets,” says Kathy AHS is also in the early stages of planning for a new
“We thought this would be a great their work. bill to ban them. Currently, 27 states Mock, chief government St. Paul adoption campus to replace our aging shelter in
way to give lawmakers a break from “Our mission is to engage the have full or partial bans on the use of affairs and community Como Park. We’ll share more about both of these exciting
their work and a chance to meet hearts and minds of the community, gas chambers for euthanasia. engagement officer at AHS. projects as our plans take shape.
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A lifetime of
love and a
legacy for cats
Like so many twins, Heather
Swanson and her sister Kirsten were
name. Heather
had asked that Petunia's journey
born with a lot of similarities: the if anything should
same nose, same smile, same mag- ever happen to her, FROM SUFFERING STRAY TO AWE-INSPIRING
netic personality, and a deep love the trust be donated AMBASSADOR
and respect for animals. to an animal wel-
“It wasn’t much of a surprise when fare organization. Love comes in all shapes, sizes, her quality of life. Since her adop-
Heather chose [former Price is Right “When I found colors, and faces. At Animal Humane tion in February, Petunia has been
host] Bob Barker as her hero for a out AHS per- Society, we celebrate those differ- an ambassador for AHS at events
school project,” says their father, formed spay/ ences — because what makes us like Whisker Whirl and the Walk for
Brad Swanson. “They understood neuter surgery, I unique makes us beautiful. Animals. And her sweet face and
the importance of his spay/neuter was thrilled,” says Petunia is proof of that. She arrived gentle demeanor shined through
message, and spread that message Dawn, mother of at AHS in terrible pain, suffering during our WCCO-TV tele-
wherever they could.” the twins. “That from severely infected ears and eyes. thon, where Petunia and her
Both sisters became active in is something Heather always felt so A Stillwater police officer found this family shared her journey
Heather Swanson and her twin sister
animal rights issues, starting advo- passionately about.” Kirsten loved animals throughout their sweet bulldog wandering the streets live on air — inspiring view-
cacy work as early as 11 years old. The Swanson trust will fund nearly lives. Both sisters became active in and brought her to our Woodbury ers to donate nearly $15,000
animal rights issues, starting advocacy
Heather volunteered at or helped 2,500 sterilization surgeries for stray shelter for help. Our veterinary staff to AHS within minutes of
work at 11 years old.
financially support feline rescue cats, helping AHS reduce the popula- rushed to her aid, cleaning her infec- hearing her story.
organizations in all the places she tion of unwanted felines. By planning tions and working to determine the Petunia is just one of the
lived, including Florida, Wisconsin, her legacy, Heather is now the hero best course of action. After exam- thousands of wonderful
and Minnesota. Their passion for she so revered as a young child. ining her ears closely, it was clear animals with special needs
animals was evident throughout their there was too much damage in her who come through our doors
lives, and is now, even after their inner ear canals and both ears would hoping to find loving homes.
passing. have to be removed. Within days, del- Her family says they intend to keep
Heather was studying veterinary icate surgery was done and Petunia sharing their sweet girl’s story to
medicine when her sister Kirsten went to foster care for recovery. spread the word about AHS’s lifesav-
died at the young age of 33. Fourteen Less than two months later, Chad ing work.
If you’re interested in leaving a legacy that helps make the
years later, a seizure would take and Trisha Severson adopted Petunia See a video about
world a safer, more loving place for companion animals, visit
Heather’s life at age 47. and couldn’t be more in love with Petunia and her journey at
Prior to her death, the twins' par- animalhumanesociety.org/legacy the adorable, earless bulldog. It’s animalhumanesociety.org/petunia
ents had created a trust in Heather’s clear her disability is not affecting
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PetSmart Charities grant
helps fund spay/neuter surgeries
in low-income communities
AHS provides
ID tags for life
Since the
first wellness
Nothing is more effective than information should your pet go missing or there’s clinic in 2014,
a collar and ID tag to ensure an emergency. We recommend that both indoor and AHS Outreach
that a lost pet is returned home outdoor pets wear their collar and ID tag at all times.
programs have
safely. Microchips are an important backup measure for
pets that are lost or stolen — but they’re no substitute helped:
Animal Humane Society has been for a collar and ID tag. Microchips are permanent,
providing a free collar and ID tag implanted IDs, which require pet owners to update It started small — a boots-on-the- often means pet owners choosing to
with every adoption since 2012 — registration information as needed. They also require ground effort that we knew would feed their pets before themselves or
and now we’re providing free ID tags a compatible scanner in order to identify the presence of the chip. take time. Five years later, the delaying necessary veterinary care.
for life to all dogs and cats adopted If your dog or cat adopted through AHS is ever in need of an ID tag, please impact of Animal Humane Society’s AHS’s outreach program aims to help
from our shelters. visit any of our locations to receive a new, personalized one for free. We want Community Outreach program is far families and their pets through these
Tags are a simple, affordable to make sure your pets are safe, even after they are adopted. reaching, and continues to grow. situations. 3,000
identification option, and they To learn more, visit animalhumanesociety.org/tagsforlife The outreach program, which “Over half of our staff live in, ANIMALS
immediately provide your contact serves low-income families living in or very near the communities we
Frogtown and East St. Paul, will host work in,” Budke says. “We respond
eight wellness clinics in 2018, both to feedback about the accessibility
indoor and outdoor. These events of our program, so clients know we
offer free wellness exams, vaccines, understand the area, and we’re here
nail trims, spay/neuter appoint- to stay.”
FALL IN LOVE WITH A NEW CAR? ment scheduling, guidance from the This important work will continue 6,000
DONATE YOUR OLD ONE! behavior team at AHS and St. Paul
Animal Control, free pet food, and
to thrive, thanks in part, to PetSmart
Charities. This
SPAY/NEUTER SURGERIES
Did you know you can donate your vehicle to support Animal more. year, AHS was
Humane Society? If you donate your car, truck, SUV, or motorcycle “We meet people where they’re awarded a
by December 31, 2018, you may qualify for a tax deduction. We’ll at through a large presence in the $50,000 grant
handle the process from start to finish, and give you a tax receipt community — offering services in from PetSmart
when we come to pick up your vehicle. multiple languages, and creative Charities to fund spay/neuter ser-
problem solving when our clients vices in underserved communities. 114
Get started on your donation today at reach out about hardships they face This grant will help reduce the FREE IN-HOME
animalhumanesociety.org/vehicle as pet owners,” Community Outreach population of unwanted animals and TRAINING SESSIONS
Coordinator Molly Budke says. allows us to make an even bigger
When financial challenges arise impact for families and pets in need.
for people with limited income it
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and AHS investigators decided
not to file criminal charges.
Authorities are allowing the
couple to keep four of their
Minnesota
Chihuahuas on the condition all
are sterilized. Going forward,
Twins pitcher
Agent Hanson will pay them
periodic visits to make sure they
gives back
don’t fall back into the same
situation. A huge animal lover, new
In April, a case in Fillmore Minnesota Twins pitcher Jake
County resulted in the seizure of Odorizzi has pledged to donate
33 rabbits, four dogs, seven cats, $50 to Animal Humane Society
and a goat, also found living in for every strikeout he throws
unsanitary conditions. Because this season. He offered the gen-
AHS only cares for companion erous gesture when he came to
animals, (dogs, cats, rabbits, and AHS for a tour, where he visited
critters) the goat was sent to a adoptable animals.
rescue partner who specializes in On top of that offer, the
farm animals. Most of the other Minnesota Twins promised to
animals from this case recuper- match Odorizzi’s donation at
ated in our care and have since the end of the season. “We’re
been adopted. Midwesterners originally and
Other cases involved dozens it’s great to be back in that
of dogs and more rabbits. Agent atmosphere of good whole-
Hanson believes that in many hearted
of these situations, the people people and
involved love their pets — they animal lovers,"
just don’t have the ability to care says Odorizzi.
AHS humane investigations team brings for multiple animals and may
often suffer from mental illness.
"It’s great to
see so many
hundreds of animals to safety While at AHS, every animal
seized in a humane investiga-
people giving
back and volunteering their
tions case receives medical and time to animals in need.”
behavioral care and individu-
This spring was one of the busiest enforcement officials and addressed started with two animals who were alized attention from our staff.
for AHS’s humane investigations nearly 450 cases involving nearly not spayed and neutered, which led Most find new homes through
and animal care staff. Our Critical 5,500 animals. to puppies who grew up and had our adoption program or, in some
Response Team was sent all across One particular rescue mission got more litters. Because the couple cases, a local rescue partner.
the state of Minnesota and northwest the attention of several major media didn’t have the resources to spay and Humane investigations can
Wisconsin, helping remove dogs, outlets and animal lovers across neuter their dogs, which were mostly be some of the most difficult
cats, rabbits, goats, ducks, and even Minnesota. healthy, Carlton County authorities work we do, both emotionally
chickens from abuse and neglect. In March, 41 Chihuahuas were and physically, but it’s equally
AHS is the only animal welfare removed from a single family home rewarding. The work provides the
organization in Minnesota with in Carlton County. The dogs, living helpless and voiceless a fresh
full-time humane investigators, and in cramped, unsanitary conditions, start.
last year they received more than ranged in age from six weeks to 10
1,700 reports of possible animal years.
cruelty. The two humane agents The couple who owned the ani-
— Keith Streff and Wade Hanson — mals told Agent Hanson that the
worked in 62 counties with local law situation “just got out of hand.” They
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W
alk through any animal shelter in the United States, new model for housing dogs — one that’s being built and
and you’re sure to see a similar sight: rows of dogs tested at AHS in Golden Valley.
in individual kennels. It’s the traditional model for
housing canines — one that animal welfare organizations
have long viewed as the only practical option. HABITAT DESIGN
Shelters have housed cats together in colony rooms In January, construction began on a new group housing
for many years, but fear of fighting and disease has prototype for dogs — the first of its kind in the nation.
led shelter managers to keep dogs separated from one “This space will allow us to explore new ways to enrich
another. But what if it didn’t have to be that way? What if the experience of dogs in our care and new ways for dogs
dogs — who are naturally social — could live in groups to interact with each other and potential adopters,” says
during their shelter stay? Dixon. “Our goal is to provide housing that allows dogs to
Animal Humane Society President and CEO Janelle socialize and play together, with private areas where they
Dixon is determined to find a way. can go when they need a break.”
Traditional shelter housing can cause fear and distress AHS has renovated space in its Golden Valley site to
in dogs because it doesn’t necessarily allow them to build the habitat prototype, which features shared living
express their natural behaviors, says Dixon. “Dogs are
social animals, and it’s very stressful for them to hear
and smell other dogs without being able to see or interact
with them,” she adds.
As AHS begins planning for a new St. Paul shelter
to replace the aging facility in Como Park, Dixon sees
an opportunity to experiment in the way shelters care
for dogs. “We want to make sure our future facility will
represent the best way to house dogs.”
No other animal welfare organization we’re aware of
has successfully conquered this challenge, says Dixon.
Last year she and other AHS leaders visited shelters
throughout the country to survey innovations in animal
housing. They were disappointed to find facility after
facility with limited advances — often dressed up with Construction began in January 2018 at Animal
more attractive materials. Humane Society in Golden Valley.
“No one was doing anything different,” says Dixon. A
few of the newer shelters were designed with kennels
that opened up into dog play areas, but no one had fully
embraced a new model for housing.
According to Dixon, ideal housing must fully support
the Five Freedoms for animals:
• Freedom from hunger or thirst
BUILDING BETTER HOUSING FOR DOGS •
•
•
Freedom from discomfort
Freedom from pain, injury, or disease
Freedom to express normal behavior
• Freedom from fear and distress
Canines live and play together in new habitat Embraced by veterinarians and other animal welfare
professionals, the Five Freedoms were established to
BY MARY TAN ensure that animals are protected from unnecessary
suffering.
Traditional shelter housing can’t always fully support The habitat prototype features shared living space
the fourth and fifth freedoms — especially when it for up to six dogs with individual dens.
comes to canines. That’s why Dixon has proposed this
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space for up to six dogs with individual dens for meals
and rest. It opens to the public in June.
Dixon knows there are no guarantees for success in
the project, but believes the benefits far outweigh the
risks. “We are making no assumptions. There’s been little
to no research about dogs living together in a shelter
environment and literally nothing on how to design such
a space.”
Anne Johnson, director of shelter services, was
tasked with managing the project. It was her duty to
bring the best and brightest minds together to make the
dog habitat a reality. She gathered leaders from AHS’s
veterinary and behavioral teams as well as experts in
animal care and customer service to determine what is
needed to create the ideal space and what types of dogs
would best interact in a playgroup.
Of course, the space has to be great for people, too.
It was designed so that shelter visitors can enter the
habitat with guidance from AHS staff and volunteers. “It
has to be two spaces in one — one that’s ideal for the
dogs and welcoming to potential adopters. The goal is
for adopters to be immersed in the dogs’ environment
instead of the other way around. You’re more likely
to experience a dog’s true personality that way,” says
Group housing allows dogs to socialize and play together, with private areas where they can take a break.
Johnson.
AHS hired HGA Architects to assist with the design of
While the prototype was under construction, the project. The Minneapolis firm had never built shelter Those risks can be mitigated, says actual number will depend on
AHS staff and volunteers began testing housing for animals, but Rich Bonnin, lead architect on Brayshaw, and the potential benefits the size and personalities of the
The best place for any dog
interactions using shelter animals in a the habitat prototype, has extensive experience building are tremendous. “The best place for dogs. A team led by Behavior
mockup of the space. hospitals. any dog or cat is in a home, but while Modification and Rehabilitation or cat is in a home, but
Bonnin says the project has been more complicated they’re in our care, enriched housing Manager Liv Hagen has been while they’re in our care,
— and rewarding — than he anticipated. “From an like the habitat or a colony room is training staff and volunteers to enriched housing like the
architectural standpoint, it’s a little bit funky. Not only the next best thing.” It’s especially recognize dog behavior signals,
does it have to appeal to dogs and people, but it also has important for animals who have a teaching them what’s appropriate
habitat or a colony room is
to be durable and easy to clean.” AHS is testing different longer stay in shelter, he says. behavior and what isn’t. At least the next best thing.
types of materials in the space to see what works best. While the habitat prototype was one staff member and one
Everything from lighting and airflow to door handles and under construction, AHS staff volunteer will be present in the
— Dr. Graham Brayshaw
hinges will be evaluated over the next couple of years. and volunteers began evaluating habitat whenever the dogs are
“It feels like an adventure,” says Bonnin. “As an interactions using shelter animals together.
architect, I’m trying to predict the future. I’m wondering, in a mockup of the space. The initial “We’re teaching people basic dog language. For example, what’s an
‘Could this become a standard for the future in animal results have been positive — after appropriate greeting? We’re looking for relaxed ears and butt sniffing that
sheltering design?’” each play session dogs show less forms half circles,” says Hagen.
stress and undesirable behavior Hagen and her team are already learning how dogs react to each other in
in the adoption center. “In shelters, the space — and how much play time is ideal.
DOG BEHAVIOR IN THE HABITAT PROTOTYPE stress is tied to disease. Keeping “So far, most dogs need a break after about 20 minutes of play,” notes
With all of the obvious benefits, why hasn’t this model stress levels down helps prevent Hagen. During those breaks, dogs will be in their individual dens, where they
been tried before? According to Dr. Graham Brayshaw, diseases, which keeps our animals will get personal enrichment with puzzles, games, and one-on-one time with
director of animal services and chief veterinarian at AHS, healthy and adoptable,” notes volunteers. Adopters will be welcome in the space during both playtime and
shelters have kept dogs separated from one another Brayshaw. breaks.
because they fear dog fights and the possibility of a dog The habitat prototype is designed Hagen and her team are also preparing staff to respond to aggressive
biting a person during rough play. to house up to six dogs, but the behavior. “Dogs typically show signs of aggression before they act, so we’re
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11' 2"
PROTOTYPE FACTS
• Group housing allows dogs to
socialize and play together
• First of its kind in the nation
• Houses up to six dogs
Shared Space • Shared space is 231+ sq. ft.
21' 9" Embracing the
• Individual dens are 12 sq. ft. Five Freedoms
• Allows adopters to interact The Five Freedoms supports the
with dogs health and
welfare of
• Staff and volunteers will facilitate The Five Freedoms are internationally accepted
standards of care that affirm every living being’s right
4. Freedom to express
normal behavior by the animals
playtime and visitations
to humane treatment. These standards were developed providing sufficient in our care
Den • 360-degree cameras will be
4’ x 3’
by Britain’s Farm Animal Welfare Council in 1965 and space, proper facilities, and provides
streamed on AHS website adapted by the Association of Shelter Veterinarians for and company of the
adopters
companion animals in shelters. animal’s own kind.
The Five Freedoms ensure that we meet the mental Animals need to be with the best
Adoption Entrance and Cats Dogs and Critters
and physical needs of animals in our care: able to interact with possible insight
— or avoid — others
into their
1. Freedom from hunger and thirst by ready access
to fresh water and diet to maintain health and
of their own kind as
desired. They must be personalities.
vigor. This must be specific to the animal. For able to stretch every
example, puppies, adult dogs, pregnant cats, part of their body (from nose to tail), and run, jump,
training staff and volunteers to recognize those signs and experience as well. and senior cats all need different types of food and play. This can be particularly challenging when
respond in a way that keeps everyone safe.” “We’ll keep asking questions,” says Dixon. “There’s so provided on different schedules. animals are housed in individual kennels.
AHS is also testing technology in the space, including much to learn.”
digital information screens and 360-degree cameras that
will stream live video to the AHS website.
Meanwhile, excitement is building in Golden Valley,
as crowds gather to watch dogs romp and play during
2. Freedom from discomfort by providing an
appropriate environment including shelter and a
5. Freedom from fear and distress by ensuring
conditions and treatment which avoid mental
training sessions in the habitat, which opens to the public comfortable resting area. This means you should suffering. The mental health of an animal is just as
this summer, once staff and volunteers are adept at provide soft bedding and an area with appropriate important as its physical health — as psychological
AN EXCITING FUTURE managing dogs in the space. temperature, noise levels, and access to natural stress can quickly transition into physical illness.
Leaders at AHS hope what they learn from the habitat Dixon is excited, too — both about this groundbreaking light. If an animal is outside, it must have shelter These conditions can be achieved by preventing
prototype will shape future housing at AHS and in work and the community support that makes it possible. from the elements as well as appropriate food and overcrowding and providing sufficient enrichment
shelters everywhere. To that end, every aspect of the “Together we’re making the world a better place for water bowls that will not freeze or tip over. and safe hiding spaces.
project is being documented by Dr. Terri Zborowsky, a animals.”
University of Minnesota researcher with expertise in how
people and animals use buildings. Zborowsky will help
3. Freedom from pain, injury, or disease by
prevention or rapid diagnosis and treatment. This
Embracing the Five Freedoms supports the health and
welfare of the animals in our care and provides adopters
The habitat prototype opens to the public in June.
staff apply scientific methods to more than 70 questions includes vaccinating animals, monitoring animals’ with the best possible insight into their personalities.
shelter and animal experts want to answer about the You can access the habitat’s doggie cams at physical health, treating any injuries and providing That ultimately leads to more animals successfully
project. The researcher will document everything so animalhumanesociety.org/habitat. appropriate medications. placed in loving homes.
other animal welfare organizations can learn from the
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Thousands of animal lovers and their pets came together to donate, walk, and celebrate, making the 2018 Walk for Animals a monumental success! Together, we raised nearly $1 million to help animals in our community get the second chances they deserve. Every dollar contributed helps Animal Humane Society provide lifesaving treatment and compasstionate care to the 23,000 animals that come through our doors each year. 2018 Thank you for supporting animals and Animal Humane Society.
There's no place like home
There is nothing we love more than reading updates about animals
adopted from Animal Humane Society. We are thrilled to hear about their
Abby (left) and Jimmy
new lives and see how happy (and spoiled) they are in their new homes.
Berry (front) and friend
Visit animalhumanesociety.org/happytails and prepare to have your heart warmed!
Ruby
Punkin
Jade
Luna
Selena
Mozaic Tabasco CoCo
Trudy is almost 9 years old and has had a pretty rough life. She is
no stranger to Animal Humane Society as she has been there several
times over the years and has spent time in many different homes. You
Franklin P. Hamsterdam (Frankie) would expect a cat who was once a stray to be a bit timid, shy, and
skittish. Trudy is none of the above!
Bob
The moment I got her home she bounced right out of her box to explore
Tigger (left) and friend
her new surroundings and snuggled up to me within 30 minutes of
arriving home. She is so affectionate, loving, patient, and calm.
Finding Trudy has been absolutely life changing for me and I am happy
to say she has finally found her forever home.
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Trudy
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