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PAW PRINTS—AUTUMN 2012

Why Carley is still at Dogwood, after being brought there as a pup six years ago, is a question we all ask ourselves. Maybe it’s because she has no outstanding physical features that catch the eye of the potential adopter; she is just one of many black, large dogs in our kennel. She does not rush forward in search of attention either. So it’s easy to walk past her pen without really seeing her at all. Unless your eyes happen to be caught by her steady perceptive gaze. After you’ve spent some time with her—it doesn't take long—her beautiful true colors start to shine. One Dogwood volunteer, JoAnne Spurgeon, has done that. She has spent literally hundreds of enjoyable hours with Carley, including serving as her handler in a six week session of dog obedience classes that are offered at Dogwood. She says that Carley is exceptionally intelligent. She learned all of the commands very quickly—and still remembers them. When she’s in crowded situations, such as fundraising or adoption events, she remains calm and composed, focused on her handler. JoAnne fostered Carley in her home for a short time in order to learn how she might adapt to home life. She readily accepted the alpha dog in the family and easily fell into the routine of the household. Never having experienced a real home environment before, she was naturally a bit fearful of ordinary noises and things in the house; ceiling fans, stairs, etc. After just a little time learning to trust her caregiver though, she became a playful, happy dog! JoAnne says she absolutely LOVES water! We have faith that Carley’s long wait is not in vain. Her gaze will capture someone very unique and a beautiful friendship will begin.

Memorials and Honorariums In honor of Russ & Jennie Schmidt’s 40th Wedding Anniversary by Frances Pitts In memory of Ron Lewis by Bree Kerley and Carol Brian In memory of Bunny Scott by Carol Zoeller In memory of Coleman Woolery by Robert Luby In memory of “Josie” and “Toby” Costa by Betty Beal, Jeff & Mo Warford, and Russell & Jennie Schmidt In memory of “Bobbette” by Russell & Jennie Schmidt In memory of “Frisco” by Allan & Nancy Brandmeyer In memory of “Annie” Jacobs by Linda Hare In memory of “Sasha,” “D-Boo,” and “Charlie” by Mike Schaefer In memory of “Duke” and “Cody” by Patricia Casper

To say that the First Annual JT Tillman Memorial Golf Classic was a success would be an understatement! The kindness and generosity of JT's family and friends was certainly a touching testament to his character. Ninety six golfers turned out on that sunny day to play on Lodge of the Four Seasons Cove Course. Many more friends attended the after party at Shady Gators for an evening of great music, delicious food, dancing, reminiscing and perusing the silent auction. This event could not have taken place without the talents and efforts of Lori Tillman, Jan Dowden, Georgie Aldy, Casey Milligan, Baub Eis, Lisa Mollerus and many others. Please forgive us if we’ve inadvertently left someone out of these lists, and be assured that each contributed dollar, hour, product and service are greatly appreciated! Thank you to the generous sponsors of that event! Plantinum Sponsors: Joe and Debbie Jacobson, Marvin Dufner, Gary Prewitt, Fred Treadway, Sherwin Williams Gold Sponsors: Wyoming Dog Hunters, Carl Esrey, BAM Brands, Tillman Paint and Wall Covering, GNC, Lakeway Motors, MassageLuxe & Carpet One Hole Sponsors: Ackerman Toyota, Albers Family, Allen Outdoor, Alley Cats, Backwater Jack’s, Bam Brands, Bartlett Family, Cannon Smoked Saloon, Captain Ron’s, Carfix X, Chevys, Crane Insurance, Dick Otke, Dog Days, Fairway Optical, Farmers Insurance-Brant, Farmers Insurance-Hamilton, Fluid Power, Gateway MSP, GNC-Jan Dowden, Greg Dusselier, Helser, Integrity, JB Hooks, Joe and Debbie Jacobson, JJ’s at the Copper Pot, Keys to the Lake, Killian Family, Lake Dental, Lake Media, Manlin Development, Marvin and Renee, Massage Luxe, McCelland Insurance, MOTO MG, New Transitions, Osage Animal Hospital, Point Oasis, Printing Center, ProBuild, Seebold, Shady Gators, Sherwin Williams, Shorty Pants, Smith McGehee Insurance, Student Aid Administrators, Tillman Painting, Tim Dick-Top Gun Parasail, Topsiders, Treadway Fred-Ricky Bobby, Uncle Tom, Vinson Mortgage, Vandervort Family, Volvo, Wobbly Boots, Wyoming Dog Hunters, XI Delta Lammbda

We are grateful to the Tillman family, friends and so many supporters

for the most successful fundraising event in Dogwood’s history! $35,000 was raised – enough to cover needed improvements in our low-cost medical/surgerical wing and still make a payment on the sizeable loan

owed for the shelter building.

Dear Friends,

You know that I am moving to Chicago and can hardly wait to have my children and grandchildren

close to me. I leave July 31st. You have been a large and important part of my life and of course of

Basil’s life, during our years at the Lake. I will truly miss all of you dearly.

My new residence in Chicago allows pets and I will be getting a kitty cat soon after I move. I am

naming him Tommy. (My friend) Tom left to move in with his son in Colorado, so I will have a new kitty

to love in his honor!!

Enclosed is my last donation of $50. Saying good-bye is never easy, but I hold in my heart, the

fondest memories of the Animal Shelter and the relationships with all of you. Please put this in the

newsletter and don’t forget to keep me on the mailing list so I can stay in touch. Stay well.

Love Always, Ellen Sharp

For three years running, Rachael Arnold has held her birthday

parties at the Linn Creek-Osage Beach Lion Club’s annual Pancake

Flip as a benefit for Dogwood. Rachael (one of Dogwood’s

weekly BINGO players) celebrated her 92nd birthday this

March, and again asked all her friends to bring donations for

Dogwood in lieu of presents for her. Thanks to this very special

birthday bash, Dogwood received cash donations as well as

toys and animal care items. Dogwood’s pets—and people—are

very grateful to everyone involved, especially Rachael!

(Here, Rachael smiles for the camera with one of her favorite

bingo friends!)

Ellen Sharp and her late husband, Basil (right) were steady supporters

of Dogwood for many years. With just a phone call from us, they

would jump in Basil’s “pick ‘em up truck” and head out to parts unknown

collecting donations of furniture for the thrift shop, or join in helping

to plan a fundraising event. Their sense of fun always kept things

interesting! Ellen moved away in July to be closer to her family, but

will always have a special place in our hearts. She asked that this excerpt

from her good-bye letter be included in Paw Prints.

OUR WISH LIST:

Bleach & Vinegar Dish Soap

Copy Paper & Stamps White-Out

Scotch Tape Legal-Size Envelopes

Plain Clay and Scoopable Cat Litter

Toys & Treats for Cats & Dogs

Purina Cat Chow Paper Towels

Canned Food for cats, dogs, puppies, & kittens

Puppy & kitten replacement milk

Heating pads

Volunteers to exercise dogs and play with puppies,

cats and kittens.

Volunteers and saleable items for

Dogwood Thrift Shop.

DOGWOOD ANIMAL SHELTER

Open Monday-Saturday. 1075 Runabout Drive,

Osage Beach, MO 65065 573-348-4411

LOW COST SPAY/NEUTER CLINIC

Located at rear of shelter. Call shelter for appt.

DOGWOOD THRIFT SHOP

Open Monday-Saturday 311 S. Business Hwy. 5,

Camdenton, MO 65020 573-346-7932

LOW-COST DOG OBEDIENCE

CLASSES

Several 6-week sessions are offered throughout

the year. Call 573-348-4411 for

more information. Like us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter: @ DogwoodShelter

• October 27: Third annual Howl-O-Ween Festival at Dogwood Animal Shelter!

Featuring pet costume contests, grilled food, unique shopping,

kid-friendly events, live music by Shawn C, and much more.

See you there!

• November 3: Casino Night at Old Kinderhook’s Trophy Room! Gaming starts

at 7pm and ends at 9pm. $10 Minimum buy-in will be donated to Dogwood.

Call 573-317-3560 for dinner reservations.

• Dock Realty’s Deck the Docks Cruises! Each weekend from Black Friday to

New Years Eve, the Celebration yacht will offer family cruises with Santa and

evening cruises with live entertainment. What a great way to see the

beautiful Lake of the Ozarks’ winter wonderland of lights! A portion of each

ticket sale will be donated to Dogwood Animal Shelter!

Stay updated by tuning into KRMS.

Special thanks to the following for their special contributions:

Allan & Nancy Brandmeyer, Dale & Pat Griffin, KCLQ’s KC and Roundman Morning

Show, KRMS radio station, 101.9 The Wave, Charter Communications,

Big Dog outlet store, Eagle Scout Tristan Straw, Vince & Deb Reefer,

Steve Wallace, Jackie Krokson, JoAnne & Ron Spurgeon,

Camdenton United Methodist Church Volunteers.

Lucky is currently the oldest dog at Dogwood. She lost her good home after the death of one of her owners. Perfectly healthy and full of energy, she’s nine years young!

Emily came in with eight littermates at two months of age in 2006. She’s the only one left and one of the longest term dogs here.

Chloe, at 10, is the shel-ter’s oldest cat. Her owner lost his home and had to relinquish her about a year ago.

Baby Girl came here as a young stray found in a ditch contain-ing chemicals—the cause of her partial eyesight loss. She’s now been here longer than any other cat we have.

LUCKY

EMILY

CHLOE

Baby Girl

SATURDAY, OCT. 27 10AM—2PM

DOGWOOD ANIMAL SHELTER 1075 RUNABOUT DRIVE, OSAGE BEACH

GRILLED FOOD—MERRY MARY THE FACE PAINTING CLOWN PETTING ZOO—DOGS BOBBING FOR HOT DOGS

PUMPKIN DECORATING—BAKE SALE—FREE GIFTS FROM BIG DOG! PET PARADE AND FUN PET CONTESTS:

BEST COSTUME, BEST KISSER, PET/OWNER LOOK-ALIKE, LONGEST TAIL, SHORTEST TAIL!

START YOUR HOLIDAY SHOPPING!

SCENTSY—THE PAMPERED CHEF 31 GIFTS—WILD TREE—MARY KAY

STABBIN’ RAGS WITH JACKIE AVON—PARTYLITE

TURTLEDOG GARDEN ART PRECIOUS PAWS FASHIONS

HUGS PET PRODUCTS HOME MADE SOAPS,

POTTERY,ARTISAN BEADS

SPONSORED BY

FALL FUN FOR FAMILIES AND FURRY FRIENDS!

MUSIC BY

SHAWN C

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Board of Directors: John Reinhold, DVM (President), Dennis Wright (Vice President), Pat Peters (Secretary/Treasurer), Allan Brandmeyer, Barbara Bender, Dale Griffin, Dale McElwee, DDS, Lisa Mollerus, Ann Niznik-Steward

At the time of this printing, Dogwood has taken in a total of 414 puppies and kittens in 2012. That number does NOT include

adult dogs and cats that came to us this year—only the babies. Hundreds more have not been sheltered or cared for.

Many of them will not be adopted, but grow to adulthood in the shelter, meanwhile decreasing the

chances of adoption for the existing adult dogs and cats.

Pet overpopulation continues to cause much suffering in our communities.

Please spay and neuter. So far in 2012, 246 kittens have come to Dogwood.

So far in 2012, 168 puppies have come to Dogwood.