March 2013 Complimentary

Animal rescue actively

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ter
A place that provides cover or
protection; a refuge or safe haven.
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Neoma - Eleanor Sonsini Shelter Pet - Adopted 2/5/13
Animal Inspiration
Hippie Dawg by Mikaela Sadlow
story on page 13
The Sonsini Animal Shelter has its very own volunteer photographer, Martha Pope. She
dedicates herself to capturing the personality and magnificence of each of our adoptable
animals. The animals in front of her participate in the artistic decision of how to put their best
face forward. More often than you'd think, they stick their tongues out. Why is that, we won-
der. Maybe some of those floppy-tongued dogs want to show their happy-go-lucky side. In
some case, perhaps they're making a statement about what they think of being in a shelter.
Or maybe, they're just trying to stand out in the crowd, hoping that that special person will
notice them and decide to give them a great new life. They just might have a good strategy
there; all of these animals have been adopted into loving homes.
I'm Ready For My
Close-up
More often
than youd
think, they
stick their
tongues out.

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Yvonne Borsody Carol Lew
Yoanna Maitre Lynn Wallace
Liz Machaffie Martha Grace
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he large California town home my
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and it looked as though our life style
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that time he had a name. It was Cody.
It didn't take us long to realize little
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young companion was abusing Cody.
Neighbors complained about the beat-
ings Cody was receiving, but this went
on for months until the young man was
convinced to give up the dog he said
wouldn't behave.
In California, Cody may not have had
a chance at a new life. This little dog
needed us. Friends kept Cody for us
until we could sell our town home and
move to a ranch with acres of land in a
town that is well-known for its love of
animals. Our friends called Cody "The
Hundred Thousand Dollar Dog". We
paid more than that for our new "dog
house".
It took time for Cody to feel safe and
loved, but he turned out to be every-
thing you could ask for in a dog. He
was strong and smart. We brought him
into our home with three cats, and it
wasn't long before he recognized all
three as his cats. He barked and made
a big fuss if a stranger was at the door,
and our friends endured having their
behind sniffed by this big German
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tled down for a visit.
There is such a thing as a man's dog.
Cody and I were close friends, but he
adored my husband. Cody stayed next
to his chair, and followed his every
move. The mowed the lawn together,
walking side by side, up one row and
down another. When the two of them
were in the garage, my husband repair-
ing something, Cody supervising,
Cody eyed me with an "us guys are in
here, and we don't want a girl around"
look. When my husband left for work,
Cody looked sadly out the window
watching him leave, and when he ar-
rived home in the evening Cody
greeted him as if he hadn't seen him in
days.
Cody started showing signs of age.
He wasn't quite as agile as he once was,
and his eyesight was failing. He lived
the good long life that he deserved with
us. He was our assistant, our compan-
ion, and our protector. The people that
say, "It's just a dog" don't know a de-
voted friend is waiting for a kind word.
We were richer in so many ways for
knowing Cody. I like to think that he
was waiting for my husband, and that
they are still walking side by side.
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Animal Lifer March 2013 7
Yoanna Y. Matre, DVM, DABVP
hoof beat
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onsider the donkey: its compact
body, irresistible long ears, tassel-
like tail, and comical bray make it an
endearing member of the equine fam-
ily. They are popular around the world
and have been domesticated for well
over 5000 years, serving a wide variety
of purposes: transportation, draft ani-
mal, packing, guarding livestock, and
companionship.
The donkey is also known as the ass,
a somewhat unfortunate moniker com-
ing from its scientific name, Equus as-
inus. The male donkey is called a jack,
and the female a jennet, or jenny. They
may also be referred to as burros, the
Spanish term for a working donkey, es-
pecially out west. Mules are hybrid an-
imals produced by breeding a jack with
a mare (female horse), while a hinny is
the offspring of the less common prac-
tice of breeding a stallion (male horse)
and a jennet. Donkeys can range in size
from miniature donkeys (less than 36
inches at the shoulder) to Mammoth
Jacks (standing more than 56 inches at
the shoulder), to anything in between.
Mules and donkeys are often referred
to as being extremely stubborn. Weve
all heard the terms stubborn as a mule
or being a jackass. This is not really
the case, although many are not trained
as thoroughly as riding horses and can
therefore be more difficult to handle
during unfamiliar procedures. They are
intelligent animals and are actually less
inclined to panic than the average
horse. By starting early with consistent
proper handling, donkeys and mules
can be acclimated to a variety of situa-
tions, including deworming, foot trims,
and routine veterinary
care.
Donkeys should re-
ceive most of the same
vaccinations as back-
yard horses, including
those that protect
against Rabies, Eastern
and Western encephali-
tis, West Nile, and
Tetanus. They should
also have their teeth
examined and floated
regularly, especially
since they are prone to
an undershot jaw
where the lower incisors protrude in
front of the upper ones.
Donkeys and mules are sturdy sure-
footed animals. Their narrow frames
and compact, upright feet and hooves
make them less prone to many of the in-
juries and unsoundnesses that horses
suffer from. However, they still need
regular foot trims by a well trained far-
rier. Improper nutrition can lead to obe-
sity and laminitis (founder). They do
best on good pasture with minimal
amounts of grain, and grain should be
lower in protein (10-
12%) than many
horse feeds.
Donkeys and mules
should be dewormed
with ivermectin at
least twice annually,
and regular fecal
exams should be per-
formed to determine
the need for additional
deworming. New
donkeys should be de-
wormed with iver-
mectin before being
pastured with horses
to prevent transmission of the lung-
worm Dictyocaulus arnfieldi. Donkeys
are the primary host for this parasite but
often show no sign of infections. In
horses, it can cause severe lung irrita-
tion and damage similar to heaves.
The gestation period of donkeys is
longer than in the horse, averaging 12
months, though some jennets will de-
liver normally after as much as 13
months. Castration is performed as in
the horse, but donkeys are prone to ex-
cessive bleeding, so complete ligation
(suturing) of the spermatic cord and ar-
teries is recommended. Donkeys may
also metabolize the sedatives differ-
ently requiring more drugs to achieve
adequate length and depth of anesthe-
sia. Male mules, although generally
sterile and incapable of reproducing,
should also be castrated to prevent un-
wanted behavior.
Donkeys are hardy and make great
work animals and companions. They
are quite resistant to disease and less
prone to injury or colic, but dont for-
get that they still need basic care just
like your other equine friends, includ-
ing vaccination, deworming, dental,
and hoof care.
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O
besity is not only a problem facing
humans in America. Our pets are
increasing becoming over fed and over-
sized with often dire consequences.
Take, for example, our dear sweet
Eleanor. One of the more recent ar-
rivals to Berkshire Humane Society
(BHS), this 8-year-old tabby was sur-
rendered when her owners were unable
to care for her properly. As a result of
too much food and too little exercise or
attention, her weight soared to almost
22 pounds. Ideally, it should be be-
tween 8 and 10 pounds.
Like many cats with special needs that
come to BHS whether sick, injured,
or elderly, Eleanor was taken under the
care of Diane Briggs. Officially our ad-
ministrative assistant, Diane is also
widely known around the shelter as the
In-House Foster Mom. In the 14
years that shes worked at BHS as a
staff member, dozens of cats requiring
extra attention could be found in
Dianes office before being placed in
their new homes. Eleanor is no excep-
tion. Following her fear instincts,
Eleanor sought the safety of a closet for
her first few days here. Now, however,
she has comfortably transitioned to
sleeping on one of several beds near
Dianes desk, surrounded by an assort-
ment of scratching posts and toys.
And, of course, Eleanor already has a
nickname. I call her Ellie May, ex-
plains Diane, because shes beautiful
like Ellie May Clampett from The Bev-
erly Hillbillies.
According to BHS shelter manager
Cheryl Truskowski, helping Eleanor
lose her extra pounds will be a slow
process that includes placing her on a
weight management diet and gradually
increasing her daily exercise. Although
any movement is difficult for Eleanor
because she is so heavy, Diane has cre-
ated a her own Boot Camp regi-
mententicing her to move a more
little each
day by find-
ing things
shes inter-
ested in play-
ing with and
then giving
her lots of
pets and
hugs. She
never knew
love, Diane
says, so she
needs that
too.
Like many other animal care profes-
sionals, Cheryl empathizes that most
cats become overweight because of im-
proper diet too much canned or dry
food that offers little meat protein and
too many carbohydrates in the form of
corn, rice and wheat. Diabetes,
arthritic joint disease, high blood pres-
sure, and kidney failure are just some
of the conditions that accompany obe-
sity in cats. A healthier alternative,
Cheryl explains, is a grain-free diet.
Additionally, she encourages replacing
dry food with more canned food be-
cause it has more benefits as well as re-
stricting feeding to specific times of the
day instead of free feeding all day.
Our goal for Eleanor is find her a lov-
ing, permanent home - no matter how
long it takes. And shes on the right
path. Surprisingly, a visit to the veteri-
narian revealed that she had no major
health problems. While staff will be
keeping track of her weight loss each
week, Diane will continue to build
Eleanors trust and confidence with her
unique brand of TLC. I always miss
them. Diane says about Eleanor and
her predecessors, but Im always
happy when theyre ready to go.
Mary A. Koncel is the
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this side of purradise
Iris Bass
W
hen you come to Purradise, be
sure to take a good look at the
cats facing out of the window. I dont
mean the furry, active ones (though
they are certainly cute, too). Im refer-
ring to the oversize painted cutouts that
live in perpetual suspended animation
in the large front bay. These charming
crittersthree adults and two kittens
are the work of local painter Sue
OConnell, who is also responsible for
the cheery, inviting color scheme of the
shelters interior.
Sue has long been involved with co-
ordinating the capture of strays with
Sand Road Animal Hospital in Canaan,
Connecticut, and now with the Berk-
shire Humane Society, Purradises par-
ent shelter. Some of her finds proved
inspirational for her creation of the jig-
sawed and colorfully painted pieces in
Purradises window: Sue based their
markings on those of members of her
own feline family, working from pho-
tographs. These are all rescued cats
that I hadI figured, Why not just do
my cats? On each cutouts unpainted
underside (visible from inside the shel-
ter) is not only the artists signature but
the name of the cat that served as its
model.
If she encounters animals in the wild
that are not in obvious distress, Sue
studies them for indications of owner-
ship or kitty purpose (some cats are
quite deliberate roamers, well beyond
their own backyard, if allowed out). It
can be a tough call determining
whether cats that are wearing a collar
still have any viable association with
whatever person put that collar on. If
they have straggly or patchy fur, or are
ravenously hungry, or show signs of ill-
ness or injury or homelessness, shell
likely step in. Those she determines are
true strays may be lured with food, or
perhaps captured with the use of a hu-
manely constructed Havahart trap if
they are too mistrustful to allow her to
touch them.
You kind of get to know when a cat is
a stray, she said...though once in a
while, the resourcefulness of her res-
cuees comes as a surprise. She recalled,
for example, one fellow who required
serious medical attention. He joined her
household while he was healing, mix-
ing well with the other cats on the
premises, including romping outside
with them on her property, but without
venturing beyond it. But then, one day,
he was gone. Later, she found out he
actually did have a home, to which he
returned voluntarily after he was well
(though he did stop by once after-
wardshe feigned a waveas if to
just say hello.) Perhaps his owner had-
nt been as attuned to his health issue,
and hed instinctively sought out Sue to
figure it out!
Many Purradise cats are rescued cats,
brought in by a variety of concerned in-
dividuals like Sue. They are checked
out carefully regarding both health and
possible ownership, then spayed or
neutered, before joining the adoption
pool. Whatever hardships these crea-
tures may have endured prior to their
rehabilitation, the attention they receive
at the shelter is only prelude to the
happy life they should expect with you.
Surely there is a sunny window some-
where in your home, begging for the
enhancement of these fully dimen-
sional, loving beings!
This series follows the special human-
feline bond at Purradise, the Berkshire
Humane Society Cat Adoption Center
at 301 Stockbridge Road, Great Bar-
rington, MA 01230 (413-717-4244).
Open Wed.Fri. noon6 p.m.; Sat. 10
a.m.4 p.m.; and Sun. noon4 p.m.
Iris Bass, coauthor of the Cat Lovers
Daily Companion, shares her Lee home
with five shelter cats. Count the kitties in the window! Photo 2013 Sheila Heflin.
These charming crittersthree adults and
two kittensare the work of local painter
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Olivier (Part II)
for the love of the horse
Ann Jamieson
When the Brentina Cup was announced, it fit right in with the track
Liz and Olivier were on.

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hen Fizzy was nine, Liz became
a working student for Lendon
Gray. Gray loved the horse. Despite
Liz youth and lack of experience, she
told her, You cant decide when you
get your great horse. When you get him
or her you go for it.
Liz took Fizzy to Grays Youth Dres-
sage Festival, where they competed at
the Prix St. Georges Level. The pair
performed a clean sweep of their
classes, winning the test with a 69,
while Liz won the equitation class
(scoring 92) and the written test (with a
90). It was, Liz says, a great week-
end!
Liz didnt compete Fizzy in Young
Rider competitions because she wanted
him to progress at his own pace. Be-
sides, they had international goals in
mind! When the Brentina Cup was an-
nounced, it fit right in with the track Liz
and Olivier were on. The program was
created for up and coming riders from
18-26 who were not ready to be pro-
fessionals yet. The idea was to spot-
light riders who would be the future of
the sport, to make sure they didnt get
lost by competing with the Debbies
and Tunys and Stefans!
Qualifiers for the cup would be held at
designated shows, among them Ox
Ridge, Saratoga, and Westbrook. Two
S judges would officiate. Competing
at the Intermediaire II level, riders
would need at least a 60% average from
two shows to qualify for the finals.
Liz had no expectations for the event.
With little funding behind her (Fizzy
paid his way to the qualifiers through
his breeding fees) she had little experi-
ence showing at that level. Yet she got
a 62% at the first qualifier. The judges
felt that their test had been too conser-
vative, too underridden.
Liz wasnt about to let that happen
again. She knew what Fizzy was capa-
ble of and that it was only she who de-
termined how high he could go. She
stepped up to the plate, let out the stops
and the pair won the next qualifier with
a 68 %. She and Fizzy ended up with
the number one qualifying average in
the nation.
And, as Liz says, he came out with a
smile on his face every time.
Now they were qualified for Gladstone,
on their way to the Brentina Cup!
That was when Liz started feeling sick.
She was exhausted, totally drained. A
friend told her she might have mono.
No, she insisted, she couldnt. It was
just a flu or something passing. A visit
to the doctor proved the friend was
right. She had mono.
She couldnt ride, she was so drained,
so sick. But she was qualified, what
was she going to do? Her mom stepped
in and rode Fizzy, keeping him ready so
if Liz recovered enough at least he
would be fit.
It wasnt until the last possible mo-
ment that she could leave and still make
it to
Gladstone that Liz decided she could
go. And that was when she discovered
how far they had come.
This horse that she butted heads
with, this horse that she didnt want
to ride, gave his all for her. He was a
genius, just amazing. He carried me
through the test.
Coming out, Liz was in tears, it had
been such a lovely test. Lovely, she
knew, because of Fizzy. Even Klaus
Balkenhol, who was watching, said, It
looked as though he were a schoolmas-
ter and you were just learning on him.
The judges were judging Fizzy, not his
feverishly ill passenger. Five interna-
tional judges gave them a score aver-
aged to 70.39 %, the winning score.
In the victory gallop, Liz rode the horse
she had known since birth, the horse
her mother had bred. The announcer, in
acknowledgement of what a family
collaboration this victory had been,
played We are Family, as the horses
circled the Gladstone arena.
(Excerpted from For the Love of the
Horse, Volume II, Amazing True Stories
About the Horses We Love, by Ann
Jamieson. Available at local stores,
from the website
www.loveofthehorsebook.com
and on Amazon.)
Olivier
photo by Susan Stickle
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serve no obvious purpose.
There are five forms of enrichment:
nutritional (foraging), cognitive (occu-
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We often judge the amount of enrich-
ment an animal should receive by their
perceived mental capabilities and how
similar their behaviors are to our own,
because of this reptiles and amphibians
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Reptile enrichment tends to be fairly
simple and you can even do some of the
enrichment with your own scaly pets.
You should make sure to provide your
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(this doesnt work for snakes really, un-
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form of nutritional and sensory enrich-
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stimulation, providing ample cover and
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progress but they seem to be catching
on and it provides them with something
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J
ust as they play unique roles in the
lives of different people, so they play
unique roles in different artworks. They
are featured in works throughout his-
tory, from some of the earliest cave
paintings to the most contemporary col-
lages. Who are the animals in artworks?
What about them inspires artists to
choose them as subjects? What kinds of
real-life relationships do the artists have
with animals? To get a glimpse into the
answers, Animal Life asked some of
the artists whose animal
works were on display at
the Berkshire County High
School Art Show.
Mikaela Sadlow of Wah-
conah Regional High
school is the artist who cre-
ated Hippie Dawg, featured on the
cover of this issue of Animal Life. Hip-
pie Dawgs blending and bright colors
are a result of Mikaelas chosen
medium of pastels. The work is a por-
trait of her long-
haired black and
tan dog, Dante.
Much can be in-
ferred about their
relationship from
her description of
Dante as, the baby
of the household.
When it comes to
her art, Mikaela
has an eye for the
unique and flawed
aspects of her sub-
jects, taking on
works she feels
will try her skills.
She writes, Ani-
mals, insects, any-
thing other than the
usual things you
see drawn, I like to
draw. The beauty is
in the imperfections,
I always say, so I draw imperfect
things, or things that are challenging to
draw, and my dogs face was a pain in
the butt.
Another of the animal works at the
show was Pug, a mixed-medium col-
lage by Pittsfield High School artist,
Katherine Widitor. She created Pug
from various wallpapers and magazine
clippings, as well as acrylics. The
piece, Katherine writes, is an interpre-
tation of what Jake the Dog, from the
animated television show, Adventure
Time, would look like if he were real.
The show speaks to her because it pro-
vides a strong feeling of nostalgia for
the time when you were a child; when
creativity and weirdness abounded and
the world was a more beautiful place.
She brings these feelings to her work,
in which she tried to replicate surreal
feeling you get from the show, and used
a black outline for the pug to create a
pop-art like effect. Animals are not
usually part of Katherines art, though
they play a major role in her life. She
owns two cats, who are siblings.
When I come home from school I love
to play with them and scratch behind
their heads and ears and cuddle with
them on the sofa. They fill me with im-
mense love and joy every time I hear
those cute little pattering noises of their
white plushy feet on the hardwood
floor.
A self-portrait with a cat from artist
Bethany Baer of Taconic High School
was also on display. The inspiration for
her piece came from a feline photo-
bomb. Bethany explains, I was trying
to take a picture of myself one day and
my cat (who was rubbing her face
against my arm in hopes that I would
pay attention to her) walked in front of
the camera at the right time. She de-
scribes Snickers, her 21 pound, unco-
ordinated feline companion with
affection and humor. She acts like a
dog and walks like a rabbit. I've had her
since I was 9 years old along with my
other cat, Maggie, who is a typical cat,
unlike Snickers. Bethany also has two
baby turtles, who she treats like hu-
mans. Animals, both pets and non-pets,
are featured in
several of her
paintings. Re-
cently, shes
started work-
ing on a paint-
ing of her turtle, Marcel. I found that I
enjoy painting animals because they are
interesting and they never take the
same picture twice. Im not really an
animal person, but the animals I do
have I'm very close to.
The origins and roles of animals in
these artists works are as diverse as
their real-life relationships with them.
Differences aside, these artists are
unanimous in their enthusiasm for the
Berkshire County High School Art
Show. The exhibition has provided
them with many positive experiences.
It's nice to see art work from students
who go to other schools because their
ideas are so different and it's inspiring
to see student art work in places other
than the halls of Taconic. writes
Bethany. Mikaela adds, I love the op-
portunities its given me There are
talented kids out there and the Berk-
shire County High School Art Show
gives all of us a chance to showcase our
talents. The show marks the public
debut of many young artists. Katherine
writes, This is only the first step on my
path to being an artist, and I am very
thankful for this and excited for the fu-
ture. The 27th Annual Berkshire
County High School Art Show was on
display at the Normal Rockwell Mu-
seum from February 9 to March 10.
Whether or not you had the privilege of
visiting the exhibition this year, you can
look forward to the 2014 show. Were
especially excited to see how animals
have inspired and shaped a new year of
works from Berkshire Countys young
artists.
Liz Macaffie
Animal Inspiration
Local student artists share the intertwining roles animals play in their works and in their lives
Animals play many roles in
our lives, from companions,
co-workers, farm hands, and
caretakers to natural
backyard entertainment,
movie stars, and
artistic muses.
Katherine Widitor Mixed Medium
Pittsfield High School
Bethany Baer Self Portrait with Cat
Taconic High School
The origins and roles of animals in these
artists works are as diverse as their real-life
relationships with them

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wind blows across the parking lot from
the house I am watching. My hands are
cold from just a few minutes spent out-
side baiting a trap with canned cat food.
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around on the ground, but unlike the
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to go to. And so I sit and wait. I love
this part of my worksurveillance. I
have parked where I have an unob-
structed view of the house, yet still
blend into the background. Moments
later, my quarry appears, cautiously
poking his head out of the crumbling
foundation of the condemned building.
He casts a wary glance around before
venturing into the daylight. He sniffs
around the trap, circling it, wanting the
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emboldened by his hunger. He grabs the
food nearest the entrance. For the next
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of the trap against the hunger in his
stomach. I see he is youngperhaps 6
months oldso his naivete will mean
early success. And sure enough, 3 min-
utes after he first pokes his head out
from the building, he is captured inside
the trap, eating the last of the food. He
doesnt yet realize the trap door has
closed, so I quickly pull the car along-
side him, jump out and cover the trap
with a blanket before he panics and
starts to thrash around inside. Total
elapsed time from my arrival: 12 min-
utes. I wish it were always so easy.
This is a typical urban cat trapping
project, TNR (trap-neuter-return). I am
less than half a mile from Pittsfields
upstreet cultural area. Cars whiz by
this parking lot, yet rarely if ever do the
drivers notice the many cats that in-
habit, and barely survive, this neigh-
borhood. This is my second time here,
and already I have counted 7 cats, with
no doubt many more appearing only
after dark. Almost all the real estate on
this block consists of multiple-apart-
ment units owned by absentee land-
lords, interspersed with the squalor of
condemned buildings. A tenant has va-
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14 black plastic garbage bags full of
clothes, garbage and household items
sit at the curb, along with an old couch,
lamps, chairsa chapter ended, mov-
ing on. Did they have cats? I wonder,
but more importantly, did they move
with them, or like so many, did the cat
get left behind to add to the already bur-
geoning population of felines trying to
survive out here? I look at the building
the kitten came out of: the roof is cav-
ing in, and with that comes deteriora-
tion, leaves and garbage, and weeds
growing from inside. This is not the
kind of environment cats should be try-
ing to survive in-yet here they are, in
multitudes.
This little kitten, only half grown, has
led a rough life already. I name him
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evidence of frostbite and his white feet
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shell of a house he hides in. I peer in-
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old, wet insulation hanging off col-
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old appliance. Several inches of stand-
ing water, now frozen, form the floor.
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capture her an hour later) and other
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care they need before we return them to
this street (it is, after all, their home.)
Every cat we rescue will be
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we will work with the neighbors to set
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and feeding stations, so that the cats
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dignity, no longer having to seek food
out of dumpsters or have to huddle in-
side buildings like the one little Frosty
was born in. When we complete our
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problem will have been replaced by a
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Treating cattle, horses, goats,
sheep, llamas, alpacas, and the
occasional pig at your farm or home
Treating cattle, horses, goats, sheep, llamas
and alpacas at your farm or home
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Friends
of Eleanor Sonsini Animal Shelter
Keith Williams, LMT
152 North St., Pittsfield
413-442-7446
A great massage at a wonderful price
Sassy
Mitzie is very affectionate and gets along
great with kids and other cats.
Sponsored by:
Mitzie
The Cove Bakery
370 Pecks Rd., Pittsfield
413-395-9550
Joe Nichols, Owner
Craytos isn't a cat lover, but he's crazy about people, long
walks, playing ball and cuddling.
Sponsored by:
Craytos
392 Merrill Road
Pittsfield, MA 01201
PHONE: (413) 997-2006
(888) 232-6072
info@berkshiremm.com
Tango is a petite, demure cat whose coat is as
soft as a bunny.
Sponsored by:
Tango
Sassy is a young gal with lots of spunk. She is
smart, mischievous, and loves to play.
Sponsored by:
297 North Street, Pittsfield
413-443-1234
Do You Have the Ultimate Dog?
Full service dog grooming-all breeds
Walk-In nail trims
Self Serve Bathing Station: All tools provided,
just bring yourself and your dog!
Frequent Fido Cards-Get your sixth wash FREE
Boutique filled with unique dog items for dogs
and the people who love them!
High Quality Raw (Oma's Pride & Nature's Variety)
and dry (Blue Buffalo & Nature's Variety) foods.
Special Orders Available Upon Request
Chris & Jennifer Tompkins, Owners/Groomers
Amanda Hohman-Manager
Open Tue-Fri 8am-5pm,Sat-8am-3pm
CLOSED SUNDAYS
(860)435-8353
9 Academy Street, Salisbury, CT 06068
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PRETTY PAWS
Pet Grooming & Accessories
765 Tyler Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201
413.443.0191
Full Service Salon
We groom them all big and small.
All our pets get the VIP
(very important pet) treatment!
Grooming is by appointment,
nail clipping as a walk in service.
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best friend?








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in the tri-state area
PETEY is a beautiful 3-4 year old neutered male mix
of dalmatian and staffordshire terrier. He is the most
lovable affectionate boy to people and especially
children. The only thing he loves more than people is
his favorite toy . . . A red ball. Petey would do best as
the only dog in a loving home with a backyard and
some humans who like to throw that red ball.
Petey
If you are interested in adopting or fostering Petey, Please contact
Harriet 917-670-3892
email: hckoss@aol.com
JULIE IS ONE OF THOSE GIRLS WHO
LOVES ALL TOO MUCH.........and gets jeal-
ous of other dogs stealing her owner's af-
fection. She would do best in an adult
caring experienced home with a fenced
backyard and no competion (dogs or other
pets) so she could give and get all the af-
fection and attention. Julie loves to play
with toys and people. She likes some male
dogs but is "too bossy"
Julie
If you are interested in adopting or fostering Julie, Please contact
Harriet 917-670-3892 email: hckoss@aol.com
Luke is an active 5 month old Walker/Plott Hound Cross
who was brought to Second Chance because his guardian
could no longer care for him and his brother, Bo Bo. Luke
is loving and friendly but can be a little snappy at other
dogs. He needs a home where he can run a lot and have
people who will play with him. Luke is waiting patiently
for the right person to come along and take him home. If
he sounds like the guy for you, come visit him!
Luke
Second Chance
Animal Shelter
Route 7A, Shaftsbury, VT 802-375-2898
www.2ndchanceanimalcenter.org secondch@sover.net
Rocky is In danger of being placed in a kill
shelter. His owners can no longer care for
this affectionate , energetic boy who loves
people and food and has had a sad life.
Timing counts. Please call for more
information of you can adopt this feisty
10 year old petite dalmatian
Rocky
Harriet Koss
917-670-3892
email: hckoss@aol.com










Each week HADDAD SUARU will be sponsoring a
'Dog of the Week'. If that dog's adopted during that week,
Haddad Subaru will pay $50 towards the adoption fee!


L u c k y
THIS WEEKS DOG IS:
Favorite Things: Attention, showing off my skills, exercise!
Least Favorite Things: Not getting enough attention or exercise
What I'm Learning at BHS: Basic obedience ommands, to sit for
greetings (Im jumpy!), perfecting my housetraining skills.
Pets I've lived with: unknown
I was found wondering the streets in NYC after Hurricane Sandy.
214 Barker Rd., Pittsfield, MA 314-447-7878
Sparky is a 9 month old, Male Hound/Boxer mix. He is brindle and
white. Come in and meet Sparky and take him to his forever home.



















Please call
Berkshire Humane Society
413-447-7878
Sponsored by:
Shadow was surrendered to Second Chance because her
owner could no longer care for her. Shadow is used to a
quieter home with other cats, would be okay with kids,
but her history with dogs is not known. Shadow is mellow,
gentle, likes to be held, but can be shy and nervous in new
situations. If youd like to adopt Shadow, please stop by
and spend some time with her.
Shadow
Second Chance
Animal Shelter
Route 7A, Shaftsbury, VT 802-375-2898
www.2ndchanceanimalcenter.org secondch@sover.net
Adoptions
24 Animal Life rMarch 2013
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hose are words we hear at the Son-
sini Shelter a lot. When Patricia
and Ray Pent visited the shelter, they
were still mourning the loss of their
beloved 18 year old dog who died of
kidney failure seven months earlier.
They didn't feel ready to adopt another
dog yet but wanted to get an idea of what
sort of dogs you might find at the shelter.
One dog who was
not available yet
caught their eye.
Shaggy had been sur-
rendered because his
person didn't have
time to take care of
him. He was very shy
and wouldn't come to
the front of the kennel
to greet Patricia and
Ray. Neither of them
said anything, but the
next day they con-
fessed to each other
that they couldn't get
the little guy out of their mind and they
hoped they could adopt him. Shaggy
still required veterinary care before he
could be adopted so the Pents had to
satisfy themselves with visiting him at
the shelter daily. By the time they were
able to bring him home, Shaggy knew
them well and was at the front of his
kennel to greet them with a wagging tail.
Shaggy, now named Buster, lives a
spoiled life. "He loves scrambled eggs,
so we give him a little for breakfast
every morning," Patricia told us. "We
gave him his own bed, but he prefers to
sleep in our bed with us at night. We re-
ally love him and it feels like we've had
him forever. He filled our emptiness.
Our lives were not complete without a
dog."
Carol Lew
Friends of Eleanor Sonsini
Animal Shelter
Those are words we hear at the Sonsini Shelter a lot.

We Just Came to Look . . .

Shaggy with Ray and Patricia Pent on adoption day
Shaggy at the shelter
Pet
Portraits
with a whimsical touch. . .
Animal Laughter Studio
Kim Arre-Gerber, Artist
413-445-2545
www.animallaughterstudio.com
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Animal Lifer March 2013 25
Boarding
Ginas K-9
Bed & Breakfast
Quality care pet sitting in my safe, comfortable home.
No cages or kennels. Dogs participate in family activi-
ties. There is a one-half acre chainlink-fenced yard to
play in, a room of their own to mess around in, and
family and friends to play with. It is like staying at
Grandmas house. Watch television at night with the
family, help with the gardening outside, or relax and
chew a bone!
349 Farm Road, Copake, NY 12516
518-329-4675
Bow Meow Regency
A Boarding Facility for Dogs
A Grooming facility for dogs and cats. East & west
wings, outdoor dog runs, playtime three times a day.
92 Cook Road, Sheffield, MA 01257
Honor S. Blume 413-229-0035
www.bowmeowregency.com
Grooming
Barking Beauties
Salon for Dogs & Cats
10 years experience, 5 years at Blue Moon Kennel
Staci A. Barrett, Owner
163 Water Street, Lee, MA 01238
413-243-2626
Allen Heights Veterinary Hospital
Dog and Cat Grooming
Amanda Bevens
289 Dalton Ave., Pittsfield, MA
413-443-4949
Ultimate Dog Spa & Boutique
Full service dog grooming-All breeds
Self Serve bathing Section!
Boutique filled with unique items for dogs and
the people who love them!
Chris & Jennifer Tompkins, Owners/Groomers
9 Academy Street, Salisbury, CT 06068
CLOSED SUNDAYS 860-435-8353
Pretty Paws
Holistic and Organic Pet Foods and treats, Unique toys
and accessories. All breed dog grooming. 14 years ex-
perience. Salon quality shampoos and conditioners for
all skin types. Environmentally and pet friendly prod-
ucts. Walk in nail clipping.
765 Tyler Street, Pittsfield, MA
413-443-0191
For Sale
Peacocks $150 413-528-2527
Grooming
Dunking Doggies
Berkshire Countys first fully loaded, self-service dog
wash. All supplies provided. Unique boutique for you
and your canine friend. Canidae, Wysong, Omas Pride
Raw Dog Food. Hours: Tues.-Sat. 9:30-5:00
636 West Housatonic St., Pittsfield, MA
www.dunkingdoggies.com 413-448-8240
Shamrock Professional
Dog Grooming
All breeds full service, 28 years experience, treatment for all
skin types, environmentally & pet friendly products
Limited pick-up & drop off service Senior citizen discount
Anal gland excreted Less stress for you and your dog.
Paula & Tom Phillips, Proprietors
1050 South Street, Pittsfield, MA
Call for an appointment 413-443-9700
Dog Training
Taize Shepherd Kennel
Positive Reinforcement Dog Training
All Breeds, All Ages.
Since 1972 Specializing in the behavior & transition prob-
lems of shelter & rescue dogs. Training and
certification for Therapy Dogs International. Certification
Evaluator for AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) and AKC S.T.A.R.
Star puppy programs for purebred & mixed breeds. Home
of: Select AKC champions and K-9 Service Dogs.
Charlene Marchand, North Chatham, NY
518-766-3804
Foranimals, LLC
Positive Reinforcement Training,
Private Behavior Consultations/Training.
Classes: Kindergarten, Beginners, Advanced, CGC,
Tricks, Agility, Rally-O, TTouch.
Leea Foran, CDBC, CPDT
Certified Professional Dog Behavior, Consultant/Trainer
www.trainingforanimals.com
413-445-8843
A Pawsitive Step
DOG TRAINING FOR REAL LIFE
Private Training, New puppy, basic obedience,
problem solving & basic manners. Group lessons.
Dog walking, Doggy day care & Dog sitting.
Rachel Clarke, CPDT
Certified Professional Dog Trainer
apawsitivestep@yahoo.com
413-446-5423
Pet Crematorium
Breezy Nook Pet Crematorium
Established in 1997 Where your feelings are under-
stood & your presence is always welcome.
Georgi Beebe
452 Presbyterian Hill Rd., Stephentown, NY
518-733-9896
Pet Sitting
Camp Wagalot
Boarding, Daycare & Grooming for Dogs
Dogs can play, run and hike, 20,000 sq. ft. of out-
door space to play. 24 hour supervision.
Serving Berkshire County Bonded and Insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
21 East Street, Stockbridge MA 01262
Email: lovecampwagalot@gmail.com
www.lovecampwagalot.com
413-298-5300
Berkshire Pet Pals, LLC
Certified Professional Pet Sitters
Providing Tender Loving Care When You Cant Be There!
Bonded & Insured. Certified Pet Tech Instructor #1497
email: BerkshirePetPals@aol.com
www.BerkshirePetPals.com
413-243-3040
Walk in the Park
Dog walking/Pet Sitting
Insured & Bonded, References
Lynn Pfeiler, LY25@verizon.net
413-655-8721 413-446-0684
Reliable Pet Sitting
Serving Berkshire County Since 1997
PET SITTING IN YOUR HOME
Maryann Hyatt-Owner, Insured & Bonded
Mhyatt206@yahoo.com
413-443-0443 413-329-5127
413-229-8486
Dog Walks of Canaan
Year-Round dog walking service in Columbia County
dogwalksofcanaan.com
dogwalksofcanaan@gmail.com
518-424-0149
Claudines Pet Sitting Service
Exercise Walks in the park C.I.A.T.
Special Needs Pets Welcome Therapeutic Touch
C.S.T. Reiki
Claudine Bogomolow claudinebogomolow@yahoo.com
413-446-8007
Dogs
Knob Hill Kennels
Dedicated to the classic German Shepherd standard:
Puppies & young adults available Imported Ger-
man bloodlines Titled parents Home raised and
well socialized Health & hip guaranteed Strong
nerve, even temperment, high drive.
Rockett390@aol.com
Hancock, MA 413-464-4570
www.knobhillkennels.com
Waste Removal
Shamrock Dog Waste Removal
#1 Dog Waste Removal Service in the Berkshires
We pick up your dogs waste and take it with us.
Year round service Residential & Commercial
Weekly or one time clean-up
Paula & Tom Phillips, Proprietors
1050 South Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201
Call for an appointment
413-443-9700
www.Shamrockdogwasteremoval.com
Pet Stores
Pretty Paws
Canidae, Natures Variety, Chicken Soup for the Soul,
Evo, Innova, California Natural, Primal, Stella &
Chewys. Healthy all natural treats.
We take special orders.
765 Tyler Street, Pittsfield, MA
413-443-0191
BensDotters Pet
Quality Foods & Supplies, Raw Diet Specialists.
Open Mon.-Fri.10-6pm, Sat. 10-4pm, Sun. 10-2pm
Closed Memorial, Independence, Labor and
Thanksgiving Days & December 25th-January 1st.
940 Main Street, Great Barrington, MA
www.BENSDOTTERS.com
413-528-4940
Meow Growl
All organic-Natural Dog & Cat Food
Self Serve Dog Wash Stations!
Toys, Cards, Unique Gifts, Leashes & more!
Nail clipping available.
Ask about our Delivery service.
59 Main St., Lee, MA www.Meowandgrowl.com
413-243-1220
Chez Pet
Premium foods and treats. A neighborhood pet
supply store with everything you need for a healthy
pet. Special orders welcome.
Open Mon. - Fri. 10am - 5:30pm & Sat. 10am - 5 pm
Lenox Commons, 55 Pittsfield Rd., Lenox, MA
413-637-0800 www.chezpet.com
Horses
H.O.R.S.E. of Connecticut
Humane Organization Representing
suffering equines
43 Wilbur Rd., Washington, CT 06777
860-868-1960
animal life-o-pedia
a compendium directory
26 Animal Life rMarch 2013
Pet Stores
Bark NCat
Food, Supplies, Gifts
Canidae, Wellness, Chicken Soup for the Dog & Cat
Lovers Soul, Taste of the Wild, Innova, California
Natural, Evo, Merrick (canned). Eco-friendly
toys & accessories, Natural chews & treats,
Specialty Products & gifts.
Open daily Mon.-Sat. 10-6pm
28 Holden Street, North Adams, MA
www.barkncat.com 413-664-7777
Petpourri
Catering to the needs of the well loved pet.
Super Premium Foods Quality Toys
Now featuring Bravo & Abadi Raw Diets
Bedding & Clothing
333 Main Street, Lakeville, CT
Hours--M-F, 9:00 - 5:30, Sat.,9:00-5:00
860-435-8833
Dunking Doggies
Berkshire Counties first fully loaded, self-serve dog
wash. All supplies provided. Unique boutique. Chicken
Soup for the Cat & Dog lovers soul. Canidae, Wysong,
Omas Pride, Bravo & Natures Variety Raw Dog Foods.
Tues.-Sat. 9:30-5:00 www.dunkingdoggies.com
636 West Housatonic St., Pittsfield, MA
413-448-8240
Meow Growl
Toys, Gifts, Organic & Natural Dog & Cat Food. Self
Serve Dog Wash Stations. Nail clipping available.
59 Main Street., Lee, MA
413-243-1220
Veterinarians in MA
Allen Heights Veterinary Hospital
General Practice: medicine, surgery & dentistry
Preventive medicine for all stages of your pets life.
Small animal acupuncture.
Elizabeth Tullett, DVM, Claire Blanchard, DVM,
Yoanna Mairtre, DVM, Dip. ABVP
289 Dalton Ave., Pittsfield, MA 01201
Mon. - Fri. 8am-5pm, Sat. 8am-12pm
www.allenheights.com
413-443-4949
Animal ER of The Berkshires
The primary goal of the ER is to treat and
stabilize sick and injured pets until they can be seen
by their regular veterinarian for definitive
follow-up care.
Fri. 5pm-8am Mon., Holidays-24 hours
AnimalER@nycap.rr.com
1634 West Housatonic St., Pittsfield, MA
413-997-3425
Valley Veterinary Services
Julie Shanahan, DVM, Laura Aylesworth, DVM
920 Pleasant St., Lee, MA
413-243-2414 or 413-243-0757
Bilmar Small Animal Hospital
Claire Blanchard, V.M.D., Donald Gulick, V.M.D.,
Hanan Caine, D.V.M.
Full service hospital, drop off service,
housecalls, early evening hours.
776 South Main St., Great Barrington, MA
Fax 413-528-1763
Call for appointment 413-528-1180
Hilltowns Veterinary Clinic
Dr. Sharon Lynch, Veterinarian
Fred Davis III, CVT
Comprehensive Veterinary Services
Individual Attention Caring & Compassionate
Washingon State Road, Washington, MA 01223
www.hilltownsvetclinic.com
413-623-3211
VCA All Caring Animal Hospital
Barbara C. Phillips, D.V.M.
Vicki June, D.V.M.
Full service veterinary hopsital offering traditional
medicine integrated with alternative veterinary care.
Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Homeopathy.
Open 7 Days a week!
440 Stockbridge Rd., Great Barrington, MA
www.vcaallcaring.com
413-528-8020
Family Veterinary Center
Bud Allen, M.S., DVM & Robin Karlin, DVM
Large & small animal care, house calls, farm calls,
chiropractic care, acupuncture & homepathy,
boarding & grooming.
99 Main St., Haydenville, MA
413-268-VETS
Pittsfield Veterinary Hospital
24 Hour Emergency care, animal chiropractic and dental care.
John C. Reynolds, DVM, Laura A. Eiszler, DVM,
Michelle P. Looney, DVM, Melinda M. Payson, DVM,
Carmen A. Swinson, DVM,
Lindsay M. Cermak, DVM, Erika S. OMara, DVM.
Hours: Daily Mon-Sat. Evenings: Mon.-Thur
www.pittsfieldvet.com
413-499-1580
North County Veterinary Hospital
Dr. John C. Reynolds, Dr. Laura A. Eiszler
& Dr. Erika S. Teutsch, DVMs
838 Curran Memorial Hwy, North Adams, MA
413-664-4570
Veterinarians in NY
Hillsdale Animal Clinic
A Complete Veterinary Hospital,
24-Hour Emergency Services.
Dr. Gary Cane, Route 23, Hillsdale, NY
518-325-7200
Large Animal Veterinarian
Berkshire Ambulatory
Veterinary Services
Yoanna Y. Maitre, DVM
Mobile practice providing quality medical and surger-
ical care for horses and farm animals. Vaccination,
deworming, health certificates. Coggins, custom
dentistry (hand & powerfloat). castrations,
dehorning & more. Serving MA & NY, by appoint-
ment & emergencies.
www.berkshirelargeanimal.com
413-637-2223
Fencing
Boundaries for Pets
Invisible Fence
Steve Gomez, dealer. Veterinarian approved,
professional installation & training, outstanding
customer service, over 17 years exp. written
containment guarantee, free on-site estimate.
860-435-0064 800-732-3181
shelters rescue leagues
&
All Pets
Eleanor Sonsini
Municipal Animal Shelter
Dogs and Cats
Hours: Open Daily- Tues.-Sat. 10am-2pm
Open Thurs. Nights 6pm-8pm, Closed Mon.
Located in the Downing Industrial Park
Hubbard Ave., Pittsfield, MA
413-448-9800
Berkshire Humane Society
Dogs, Cats & Small Animals
Tues-Sat. 10am-4pm, Thurs. Eve 5pm-8pm,
Sun. 1pm-4pm, Closed Mondays
214 Barker Road, Pittsfield, MA
www.berkshirehumane.org
413-447-7878
Columbia-Greene Humane Society
A zero-euthanasia shelter for adoptable animals
125 Humane Society Rd, Hudson, NY 12534
518-828-6044
All Pets
Thomas J. OConnor
Animal Control & Adoption Center
627 Cottage St., Springfield, MA 01104
413-781-1484
NE Basset Hound Rescue
Fostering and finding forever homes for Bassets all
through out the New England States
PO Box 84, Newfields, NH 03865
www.nebhr.org / 508-243-3622
Rabbits
The House Rabbit Connection, Inc.
A non-profit organization
Adoptions Education Vet Referrals
P.O. Box 83, Springfield, MA 01101
413-525-9222
www.hopline.org info@hopline.org
Dogs
NorthEast Pyr Rescue ( NEPR)
A Regional Resource for
Purebred Great Pyrenees Dogs
Adoptions for local pyrs, in local homes,
with local support.
PO Box 704, Lee, MA 01238
www.nepyresq.org
Toll Free: 877-528-0637
Russell Refuge
Jack Russell Rescue
PO Box 725, Rhinebeck, NY 12572
www.russellrefuge.org
email @ jacksgalore@gmail.com
Dalmatian Adoption, Inc.
Rescuing Dalmatians - Plus
website: daladopt.petfinder.com
email: hckoss@aol.com / 917-670-3892
Cats
Purradise
BHS Feline Adoption Center
Open Wed.-Fri. 12pm-8pm, Sat 10am-4pm
& Sun. 12pm-4pm, Closed Monday & Tuesday
310 Stockbridge Rd., Gt. Barrington, MA
413-717-4244
Animal D.R.E.A.M.S.
Adoptions of friendly, rescued Berkshire County
cats & kittens. Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR)
& humane rescue of feral cats.
www.BerkshireAnimalDREAMS.org
441 North Street, Pittsfield, MA
413-997-2287
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Eleanor Sonsini Shelter Pet
Adopted 2/5/13
The Eleanor Sonsini Animal Shelter,
Pittsfields municipal shelter,
is managed by The Friends of
Eleanor Sonsini Animal Shelter, Inc.,
a non-profit, 501(c)(3) public charity.
The staff and volunteers at the shelter
are dedicated to...
reuniting stray animals from Pittsfield
with their owners,
providing shelter and veterinary care
for animals in need, and
finding loving homes for adoptable,
homeless animals.
The selter is always in need of support.
If you are in a position to help, here is a
list of essential items you might consider
donating...
Funds to go toward veterinary bills & pet meds
Dry dog food (Purina One is a favorite! )
Canned and dry kitten food
Disposable gloves (medium & large)
Kongs, tennis balls & puzzle feeders
Laundry detergent (HEhigh efficiency)
Gift cards to Staples, Petco,
Walmart or Price Chopper
Dishwasher detergent
Non-scoopable cat litter
Trash bags (30 gallon)
Liquid hand soap
Hand sanitizer
Postage stamps
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