Snuggling in their new home.

SPRING/SUMMER 2019

Connecting You To The Animals You Help Save

These Bonded Pairs Say,

ALINA AND CAESAR STICK TOGETHERIt was not an easy choice for their family, but since Alina and Caesar would not be allowed to move with them, they chose to surrender the dogs into our care. Here, they settled in rather quickly, obviously grateful to have one another for support and comfort through the transition.

“Caesar is a little younger than Alina and is more outgoing. But he really worries if Alina is not nearby. He’s always looking out for her,” says Kennel Manager, Col-leen Gilliss-Burke. Senior dogs, and those looking for a home together, can often take longer to find their forever family. As this newsletter went to print, Alina and Cae-sar reached 55 days in our care. We hope their adoption day will arrive soon! Until it does, we’re here for them -- and we know you are, too!

SLATE AND LULU’S SECOND CHANCEWhen their owner died, Slate and Lulu were left on the side of the road waiting for a local rescue group to pick them up. From there, they were transferred to Cape Ann Animal Aid where they became the newest additions to our Super Seniors Cat Adop-tion Program.

“Slate was diagnosed with hyper thyroidsim and needed medication and several rounds of blood work to monitor his progress,” explains adoption counselor, Christina Lewis. “Lulu needed a lump near her tail aspirated and blood glucose testing as well.” Thanks to your support, their medical needs were addressed, and they were posted for adoption. Clearly bonded, we sought to find them a home together.

“When their adopters, Kaitlin and Billy, first reached out wanting to know more about them, I was so excited,” says Lewis. “To think of all that these sweet cats expe-rienced during their journey after losing their owner, I was just so glad they would be a part of a family once again.”

Kaitlin and Billy report that Lulu andSlate (who now goes by Antonio) are doing well. “We found that Lulu has a spot on her back that if you scratch it, she sticks her tongue out...Antonio really loves to be picked up and held - he kneads and purrs really loud...We promise to take extra good care of them.”

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Because of You!

Lulu

Alina

You Supported Their Journeys to Find Good Health and Hope

“THANK YOU!”

Caesar and Alina say,

“Thank You!”

Slate

You helped these dynamic duos thrive.

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“We adopted Patti (now Lucy)...and wanted to let you know that she’s doing great! She was a bit timid at first but puppy curiosity won out and she soon be-came very comfortable with all of us as she explored and played in her new home. She has so many new toys to play with, bones to chew on, and a comfy couch to curl up on with her new family. The kids love her and we take her with us on weekend outings. She’s been a fast learner and so sweet! Thanks for letting us make her a part of our family!” - Stephanie G.

“...We kept his name Mr. Beanz. He’s also called ‘Bean Bunny’, ‘Beanie Boo’, or ‘Mr. Freshy Pants’! He’s a joy!...He’s super playful and wants to be our old cat’s best friend...but he’d rather Beanz run away with the circus ;) He’s patient with him and everyone is learning to live together well.” - Danielle O.

Before they became loving

members of new families, they were animals in need of your help.

You believed in their future and for that, they are forever grateful. You made these happy endings

possible!

THANKS TO YOU!

“Israel (now Ahote) is doing really well with us. We can’t help but love him. He’s so sweet. The first cou-ple of weeks with us he was pretty quiet, but now he’s really starting to bond with us. He always greets us at the door with a few meows when we return from shopping or other errands. We’ll give him the best of care.” - Don C.

“...Buddy (now named Colby) is great and has adapted quickly to life with us! He is e xtremely smart and has already learned [commands] ‘si t ’, ‘down’, ‘up’, ‘on your side’, ‘paw’, ‘drop i t’, ‘come’, and is working on ‘rol l over ’. He loves snuggling and re laxing but also has moments of crazy puppy energy... .We are absolute ly in love with our new baby... .Thanks again for sending him our way and for the great work you are doing for our furry f r iends!” - Terry A.

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Masks were on and hearts were open! The 340 guests at our

16th Annual Winter Ball Masquer-ade Fundraising Gala celebrated animal rescue and pet adoption in a very big way on February 16, 2019. The event featured silent and live auctions, mystery gift game, dinner, dancing, and tons of fun! By the end of the night, the funds raised to help animals in need totaled $65,600, topping the previous year’s total by 30%! The first Lighthouse Award was given to a shining light in our com-munity, Sharyn Prestejohn. The Seventh Annual Michael A. Fonzo Phenemonal Volunteer Award was given to Jessica Biker, and the first Anchor Award was given to a pillar of support in our commu- nity, Extreme Truck & Auto Repair.

FARMER IS HERE TODAY BECAUSE OF YOU

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Farmer’s story began in rural Geor-gia, where he was rescued from a

rough situation. It was soon apparent that he had a severe hernia. Our rescue partners asked us if we would still be able to take him in on the next trans-port. Thanks to the support of friends like you, we were able to say yes. “Farmer deserved a second chance, even with a medical condition,” says Executive Director, Sunniva Buck.Farmer had both an umbilical and

THANKS FOR A RECORD-BREAKING EVENT

Lighthouse Award Winner

Sharyn Prestejohn

with Rebecca Baylies, Director of Development

& Communications

Michael A. Fonzo

Phenomenal Volunteer

Award Winner

Jessica Bikerwith Tim Short,

Volunteer & Event Coordinator

Anchor Award Winner

Extreme Truck & Auto Repair Melissa Cox accept-ing on behalf, with

Rebecca Baylies

Thanks to these generous sponsors of the 2019 Winter Ball:

GOLD SPONSORSAnonymousCape Ann Lobstermen

SILVER SPONSORSCape Ann Savings BankEliason Law OfficeGail and Michael LynchHagstrom PavingRB StrongTito’s Handmade VodkaWag-N-Walk

BRONZE SPONSORSBest Friends Pet CareCannon Murray Law, LLCConscious Body Massage TherapyIn Loving PawsIra Toyota of DanversLaura O’Neill and Patrick NausedaNoble Financial GroupStephanie Petty, Attorney at LawWarshaw, DiCarlo & Associates

COPPER SPONSORSAnnabelle’s Pet CareCarroll Steele Insurance AgencyEast Coast TireTimberline Enterprises, LLCTodd Oil

Save the Date!Next Winter Ballis Feb. 22, 2020

inguinal hernia. The latter was so large that Farmer was at risk for strangula-tion of his intestine, a potentially life-threatinging medical condition.

Director of Shelter Medicine, Dr. Alex Becket, estimates that at least six feet of suture was needed to repair Farmer’s abdomen! It was a complex procedure, but Farmer did well.

Thanks to friends like you, the Veterinary Care Fund is providing vital care for homeless animals in need. We hope you’ll continue to support our mission, ensuring that animals we’ll meet tomorrow, next week, and next month, will have the support they need to thrive.

“Just about six weeks post-surgery, Farmer was adopted,” says Buck. His future is bright -- and that’s thanks to you!

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Snuggling in their new home.

HANDS, PAWS, AND HEARTS

Dogs and cats in our care thank you for your continued support and friendship.

Want to help more animals?

Donate using the form below or make your gift online at www.capeannanimalaid.org/donate

Become a member of the Lifesavers Monthly Donor Club by visiting www.capeannanimalaid.org/lifesavers

Include the animals when planning your legacy. For more info about including Cape Ann Animal Aid in your will or deferred giving plans visit www.capeannanimalaid.org/yourlegacy

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WOOF! MEOW!Your support is always

appreciated.

Paw Prints is a bi-annual publicaton of Cape Ann Animal Aid. Send comments or questions to Rebecca Baylies at 978-283-6055 x23 or rbaylies@capeannanimalaid.org

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Finding homes for homeless ani-mals is at the heart of our work,

and enriching their lives while they await adoption is a top priority. But what if we could not only bring joy, life experiences, and fun to the shel-ter animals -- but also to members of our Cape Ann community?

From that goal (and thanks to your support) we began to partner with local nursing homes including Gloucester Healthcare and Den-Mar Health and Rehabilitation Center.

“Many of these residents have no family left and our visit is something regular they can look forward to. It’s such a joy to see their reaction when they reach out and connect -- their faces light up,” says Kelly Galante, one of the volunteers who brings puppies (and sometimes kittens) to visit.

The program provides the animals with a change of scenery and lots of attention. The animals bring fond memories back to the residents. As Galante explains, “I love to hear them recount stories about animals they’ve loved throughout their life. I even have strict orders from several residents to wake them if they are sleeping when I come by for the visit!”

Thanks to your support, these types of community partnerships continue to thrive, helping not only the ani-mals, but also members of our community who greatly benefit from a soft tail wag or purr from a rescued animal.

Thank you for helping to create

moments like this!

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