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THIS ISSUE:
From the
President
2
Veterinarian
Finds Love
4
Health
Occupation
Students
Learn
6
Volunteer
Spotlight
8
Happy Tails 9
C L I C K:
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V I S I T :
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The Pet Gazette S P R I N G 2 0 1 4
SPECIAL
POINTS OF
INTEREST:
New Adoption
Procedures
Hands Helping
Paws
Do Animals
Really Love
Us?
Spring Pet
Safety Tips
P r i n t e d T r i - a n n u a l l y b y t h e U p p e r P e n i n s u l a A n i m a l W e l f a r e S h e l t e r , I n c .
Northern Michigan University’s
"Icehouse Hall" residents volunteered
for some heavy duty outdoor work.
They shoveled, worked hard and
moved lots of snow! Some residents
were on clean up patrol in the doggie
play yard PLUS one guy even changed
a flat tire on the UPAWS van!
NMU Hall Helps
Our Community Cares
NMU Icehouse Hall residents (left to right): Tyler LaTendresse, Brandon Broniewilz,
Isaak Barrera, Christopher Plominski, Justin Themian & Danny Salo
Volunteer Vets for Homeless Pets is a UPAWS program where
local vets come to UPAWS to check out the animals waiting for
adoption. This helps the homeless pets of UPAWS get the medi-
cal attention they need and provides UPAWS with a cost saving
service. UPAWS is grateful to our local vets for volunteering
their time to help the UPAWS animals. Please thank your local
Marquette County veterinarian for supporting this wonderful
UPAWS program.
Volunteer Vets for Homeless Pets
Snuggles Project All they need is a Snuggle and a
place to call home! UPAWS partici-
pates in the Snuggles Project where
volunteers knit or crochet blankets
for our UPAWS shelter kitties.
Thank you to all our crafty volun-
teers who have been making Snuggle
blankets for our UPAWS kitties to
stay cozy while they wait for their
loving homes. Want to help? Email
[email protected] or call
UPAWS at 906-475-6661.
Photo: Dr. Fahner, volunteer vet from
"Northern Vet Associates", visits with
UPAWS dog for adoption Jack.
Photo: UPAWS staff caregivers Kaitlyn, Brooke and Jenny with samples
of handmade snuggle blankets donated for our homeless kitties.
From the President Over the past weeks you may have noticed or
heard about some changes in our adoption
procedures. In reviewing the frequency of
animals being returned and the reasons the
adoption was not working out, the staff and the
Policy Committee sat down to brainstorm what
we could do during the adoption process to
increase the chances of more successful
matches. While we cannot predict every
problem that might arise, and certainly do
understand that sometimes things just don’t
work out, we also came to realize that there are
steps we can take to facilitate better outcomes.
Often times, particularly when there is a high
demand for certain animals, the rush from
applicants to obtain those animals becomes
almost frantic, which in turn puts enormous
pressures on the staff as well as adopters.
The lobby gets crowded, there are constant
interruptions, and sadly some people become
impatient and even confrontational if they believe they should be chosen over someone else to get
a particular animal. The result is that adoption counseling and discussions get derailed.
These talks are extremely important to successful placement because matching a particular
adopter’s expectations and abilities with the needs and personality of an individual animal is a key to
success. We recognize that we have been allowing chaos in the lobby to influence good judgment,
a situation that needs to be remedied in order for people to make an informed decision. We also
want to make the process better for the applicant by giving them an opportunity to think about
what they’ve learned, ask any questions and feel they have received the personal attention they
deserve. Collectively, our manager and supervisors have more than 32 years of professional,
rescue, and volunteer experience in the field of animal care and welfare. To not use that wealth of
experience and knowledge is a tragic waste when it can make the difference between having a
disappointing or frustrating experience and finding a lifelong compatible companion.
What this means to you, as someone who would like to adopt a pet, is that, unlike in the past, just
being first in line, while it will still be given due consideration, will not guarantee you a particular
pet. Depending on the situation, you may be asked to make several visits to get know the animal
better or to help a particularly timid pet become familiar with you so the transition from the shelter
to your home will be less stressful. It may mean that in the event of high demand pets, applications
will be taken in advance, reviewed, and appointments made to meet the pet at a later date. In
certain situations, you may even be required to enroll a dog in an obedience class or have a fenced
yard. In regards to cats, you might be required to agree to not declaw a particular cat or to keep it
strictly indoors.
We at UPAWS are extremely fortunate and grateful to be in a community full of people who want
to adopt from our shelter and are committed to giving homeless pets a second chance. While
many animals are highly adaptable and can fit into nearly any lifestyle, please understand that there
are going to be situations that will require extra steps and/or a longer wait. Also keep in mind that
we highly value our foster families, who are critical to our commitment to saving lives. Because
they so often invest so much time, effort, and emotions into their charges, they may be given
preferential treatment when it comes to placement, including providing input regarding the best
environment for that animal. Quite often their charges have lived in their homes for months at a
time and they know these animals’ needs and personalities better than anyone.
If you do not get the pet you were first attracted to, it should not be interpreted to mean we think
you would not provide a good home. It may be that we have three puppies and 35 perfectly good
and suitable homes. The animal may have special needs that your current circumstances cannot
adequately address. But if you miss out on your first choice, we ask that you don’t leave frustrated
or disappointed. We hope you will open yourself to the possibility that love can sometimes come
from a source you never expected. There are many other animals that are just waiting for
someone to give them the opportunity to show they, too, are special and deserving.
P A G E 2
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T H E P E T G A Z E T T E
Upper Peninsula
Animal
Welfare Shelter, Inc.
P.O. Box 968, Marquette,
MI 49855
84 Snowfield Road, Negaunee,
MI 49866
(906) 475-6661
www.upaws.org
Shelter Hours
Sunday - Saturday
Noon - 4pm
Thursdays Noon - 6:30pm
Board of Directors
Reva Laituri - President
Lynn Andronis -
Vice-President/Recording
Secretary
Joan Mulder - Treasurer
Roger Bentlage -
Corresponding Secretary
Jennifer Huetter
Chloe Py-MacBeth
Teri Lynn Walker
Shelter Manager
Lareina Van Strien
Newsletter Committee
Ann Brownell
Reva Laituri
Lynn Andronis
Karen Rhodes
Melanie Bell
Deb Pascoe
Lareina Van Strien
Reva and her beloved Dusty-Dawn
~ Reva Laituri UPAWS Board President
Follow us on
Twitter @upaws1
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S P R I N G 2 0 1 4
Hands Helping Paws:
For any shelter to be successful you need to have sup-
port. You need the voices speaking for you, the
adopters visiting your building, supporters willing to
donate and volunteers lending a helping hand. As the
shelter manager, I’ve seen how support from the com-
munity provides all those things. Because of everyone’s
contribution, UPAWS’ ability to commit to the animals
grows stronger and stronger each day.
We’d like to remind you of some of the great programs
that are made possible by the community that supports them.
Pink Lady: Hope for Healing
Fund – This program is grant and donor funded. It provides for the homeless pets of UPAWS
that arrive in great medical need. Some examples of how this program is making an impact are
Checkers and Buddy Holly, two kitties that arrived to UPAWS with broken legs. The Pink
Lady fund was available and they were able to get their much needed surgery.
Lonely Hearts Club Adoption Program : The Lonely Hearts Club Program covers the
cost of the adoption fee for any animal that has been at UPAWS for over 60 days. This pro-
gram is sponsored by Swick Home Services and private sponsorships. Looking to adopt a pet?
Don’t forget about the Lonely Heart Club Members!
Aged to Purr-Fection: The Aged to Purr-Fection program matches senior kitties with sen-
ior humans! This program offers an adoption starter package that includes kitty litter, food
dish, water dish, toy and litter pan. It also waives the fee for the new match!
Golden Paws Adoption Program: This program reduces the adoption donation of many of
the senior pets at UPAWS. Adding a senior pet to your home has many rewards, including
paying a reduced adoption fee!
Spay it Forward: Community Low Cost Spay and Neuter Fund: This vitally important
fund helps provide low income pet owners in the community with low cost spays and neuters.
Providing this service keeps pets healthy and happy and in turn, UPAWS receives fewer litters
into our care each year. This fund is made possible because of donations, grants, fundraisers
and veterinary support.
Buddy Adoption Program: What’s better then one furry friend? How about two! UPAWS
offers year round adopt one, get half off the adoption fee of that pet's buddy.
PetSmart Charities Adoption Center: Have you been to the PetSmart Charities Adoption Center? Take a trip and view
our friendly felines looking for a home. The Center offers a different venue for the cats to be viewed and a quieter atmosphere.
These programs are just a sampling of many of the ways the community makes it possible for UPAWS to help the animals. Be-
cause you are reading this article, I know you have chosen to be a part of the UPAWS team. Thank you from every staff, board
member and furry friend for being a part of the support system.
Patches & Squirt , a pair of “Buddies” that were also senior
“Golden Paws”. They found a great home together.
Checkers arrived as a lost stray with
a broken foot. Our Pink Lady Emer-
gency Vet Fund paid for his surgery.
He was adopted to a nice family.
- Lareina Van Strien, UPAWS Manager
Interested in getting more info about UPAWS? You
are in luck! Send your email to [email protected]
and once a month you'll be sent The Paw Print!
UPAWS new electronic newsletter keeps you up-to-
date about what's happening at the shelter and in-
cludes cute stories about the unique animals waiting
for homes, happy tails, upcoming events and more!
From the Shelter
Attention Thrivent Members - did you
know that Action Team dollars are available
to you that can be used to help your favor-
ite non-profits? Find out about this and
other ways you can earmark Thrivent funds
(at no cost to you). Call Theresa Sell at
906-225-8001.
E-newsletter Thrivent Members
Wayne Dyer’s quote, “Miracles come in moments. Be ready and willing.”, epito-
mizes how Gracie came into my life and stole my heart. This story will in no way
do Gracie justice, but hopefully will show the struggles she overcame and the joy
she brought into my life. The first time I saw Gracie was during a public health
rotation at Detroit Animal Control. The shelter veterinarian was walking our vet
class through the canine isolation area when a pair of large brown eyes locked on
me. She was in rough shape, her hair coat was patchy due to mange and she wore
a torn red bandana around her boney neck, but all I saw was beauty. Instantane-
ously we had a connection and I knew she needed my help. What I didn’t know
was I needed hers as well.
As soon as our tour ended I asked the veterinarian about Gracie. I was told that
she was recently confiscated from a local drug house. My heart sank as she ex-
plained that in Detroit all dogs resembling Pit Bulls were automatically put down.
However, as I looked at that white and brown face, her eyes so full of hope, I saw
an American Bulldog. I discussed this with the shelter veterinarian and she eventually agreed to talk over the possibility of my adopt-
ing Gracie on this premise with the manager of the shelter.
Gracie was required to stay at the shelter for ten days while her case played out in the
court system. After two of the longest weeks of my life she was classified as a “boxer
mix” and I was cleared to take her back to my small one bedroom apartment. Little did I
know our struggle to save/heal each other had just begun.
Immediately it was clear I had my hands full with Gracie, though looking back she must
have thought the same about me. She was very shy and malnourished upon her arrival in
in my home. She would eat anything and everything put in front of her and gained weight
quickly. Over my time with Gracie, she was treated at Michigan State's veterinary clinic
and Negaunee Veterinary Clinic for heartworm, scabies, mammary tumors, mast cell
tumors, and several extensive surgeries to repair her back legs.
She went to school with me each day where she served as an ever-willing learning tool
for my classmates and me. Nights were filled with runs and hours spent cuddling on the
couch pouring over seemly impossible to understand textbooks. Over the four years I
had her she never left my side, well unless there was a food bribery involved.
Many times people asked why in the world I would take on a project like Gracie when
there were so many healthy dogs looking for a home. The real miracle is that Gracie took on a project like me. I still feel that in the
shelter that day she chose me as much as I chose her. She spent her time with me as my best friend, counselor, protector and at
time, teacher.
It is unexplainable how a dog can touch someone’s life. Gracie comes form the word Grace- meaning goodwill, helpful, friendly and
compassion. She was all of those things and so much more. When I think of her the saying “by the grace of God” rushes to my m ind.
Gracie truly was brought to me by the grace of God. I am just so thankful that at that moment I accepted the miracle God placed in
front of me. She will always be a part of who I am, who she helped me be. I will be forever thankful for the journey from inner city
Detroit to the Lake Superior shoreline that we battled through together.
T H E P E T G A Z E T T E
Pets Need Us as Much as We Need Them Written by Dr. Emily Niemi
P A G E 4
Article Sponsored by
Downtown EyeCare
Gracie came into Dr. Emily Niemi’s life
and quickly stole her heart!
UPAWS believes there is a pet for everyone
UPAWS’ mission is to improve the quality of life and welfare for domestic animals and to provide a safe haven while finding life-
long homes for the animals in our care. We embrace the No Kill philosophy, seeking to end the euthanasia of healthy and treata-
ble animals. What does this mean for the pets that come to us in need? Just like Dr. Emily Niemi found her perfect match with
her dog Gracie, UPAWS truly believes that there is a shelter pet for everyone. It is our job to find that person, family and home
for every healthy and treatable pet entrusted in our care.
Chili Cook Off 2014: Our first Chili Cook Off saw over 90 attendees, 24 different
chili entries and had GREAT music! We were thrilled to announce Marquette County's Best
Chili made by Erin Bouman and runner-up 2nd place made by Kevin Corcoran. And, Denise
Dupra’s dessert chili was voted most unique. Thank you to Travis and the Midnight Movers
for the entertainment and Red Rock Lanes for donating the space for the event.
Mares-Z-Doats Pet Photos with Santa: Thank you to the Mares-Z-Doats staff,
Wren Photography, the volunteers, and all those who participated for making the event a
success. Look for us again in November 2014!
PetSmart Photos with Santa: Santa made a stop at PetSmart again this past
holiday season to take photos with pets from the community for its annual fundraiser.
Thanks to all who came out to support UPAWS through snapping a picture with Santa!
UPAWS Holiday Booth: Our UPAWS
Holiday Booth was open at the Westwood Mall
again this past holiday season. Volunteers were on
hand to visit with shelter supporters and raise some much-needed money by selling retail
items. We also had our ‘Lights of Love’ tree up so that people could honor a pet or
remember a beloved pet with a ornament. A big thank you goes out to all those who
stopped and shopped, the Westwood Mall and volunteers.
Throttle Bar & Grill Sled Night: The Throttle Bar and Grill in Little Lake was in
high gear raising a record $1,800 during their annual Sled Night to benefit UPAWS. This
year’s fundraiser included an autographed 50th anniversary, signed Green Bay Packer
Football which was won by Kevin Gillhesty. Congratulations, Kevin. Many thanks to the
sled night sponsors, The Throttle Bar and Grill and Up North Lodge, as well as all the folks
who donated raffle items and the generous people who attended!
UPAWS visits NMU Hockey: Downtown EyeCare sponsored a NMU hockey
game again this year and it was a hit! It was the NMU/MTU game and it involved a little
friendly competition between the Copper Country Humane Society and UPAWS. The Friday
game at MTU featured CCHS and they had volunteers on hand to gather donations and wish
list items. The Saturday game at the Berry Events Center had UPAWS volunteers on hand
and we were able to gather $1,500 in monetary donations and additional needed items.
Spay-ghetti Dinner Fundraiser: A BIG “thank you” to all who attended, donated and supported our 2nd annual Spay-
getti Dinner on Saturday, 2/15! Through your support, we were able to collect funds for our Community Spay/Neuter Program. Snowshoe Event Fundraiser: The UPAWS Snowshoe event held Saturday, February 22nd at the Noquemanon Forestville
Trailhead was a successful event! Thank you to the Noquemanon Trail Network, RoadID.com, Togos Subs, Econo Foods,
Loyaltees, and our other supporters for helping make this event possible.
Calls for Critters: Thank you to all the kind supporters who donated during our Calls for Critters. This year was our most
successful ever, doubling past years. All donations support our UPAWS programs and help pets find loving homes. Thank you to
volunteers who helped!
Spay Day USA 2014: A big round of applause to all the veterinary clinics that participated in Spay Day USA 2014! Because
of the wonderful generosity and hard work of these Veterinarians and their staff, 48 animals from local low income homes were
fixed! UPAWS was thrilled to once again offer this program. Please thank your local veterinary clinic!
Animal Medical Center - Bayshore Veterinary Hospital - Marquette Veterinary Clinic - Gwinn-Sawyer Veterinary Clinic -
Northern Veterinary Associates - Negaunee Veterinary Clinic
Grants Received!
Department of Agriculture Companion Animal Welfare Grant. UPAWS will receive over $9000 to help offset the
cost of spay and neuter surgeries.
The Greg Biffle Foundation. This grant will be used to help low income homes receive assistance with spay and neuter
surgeries for their pets.
If you are a Marquette County resident and currently have a cat or dog in need of spaying or neutering please contact
UPAWS at 906-475-6661 or [email protected]
Marquette County's Best Chili
made by Erin Bouman
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S P R I N G 2 0 1 4
Lisa St. Charles and Jerry Kedzierzawski
have fun at the UPAWS Holiday Booth at
the Westwood Mall during the 2013
Christmas Season
Shelter Happenings
T H E P E T G A Z E T T E
Mikayla would like to pursue veterinary
medicine in her future and is getting a great
overview of animal care and behavior at
UPAWS. Kelsey's goal is to learn as much as
possible about all things animal related dur-
ing her internship to help guide her decision
on a future career path. There are several
different positions at UPAWS, which will
give them a feel for the variety of
careers available in the animal care industry.
We've enjoyed having Kelsey and Mikayla at
UPAWS and wish them the best of luck in
their continuing education and careers!
P A G E 6
Health Occupation Students Learn at UPAWS Written by Melanie Bell
Kelsey Miller with recently adopted
UPAWS dog Jones.
Kelsey Miller and Mikayla Mitchell are Seniors at Marquette Senior High School who, as part of their Health Occupations class,
chose to do work study internships at UPAWS! Both ladies are bright young students who apply themselves to their work.
Mikayla Mitchell with UPAWS cat for
adoption Hunter
Mark Your Calendars Coming Soon…2015 Pet Photo Calendar Contest
Just a reminder that UPAWS is now accepting pet photos for our 2015 pet photo calen-
dar contest. If you think your pet’s a winner, start now trying to capture that perfect
moment. Entry forms are available on our website, at the shelter, Westwood Mall kiosk
and other locations. Deadline for submissions is May 31st. A few things to keep in mind:
There is no limit to the number of entries; however a $10 separate entry fee and form
must accompany each photo. You may have multiple pets in a photo, but please….. no people! Photos can be in print or digital format. Prints must be 5x7 or 8x10 and can be mailed or dropped off at the shelter. Digital
photos can be uploaded on our website, www.upaws.org. Voting will begin in July. The top twelve vote earners will grace the cover and be featured each month. All other photos
will appear throughout the calendar.
Submitters must be the owner of all rights, including copyright of photos. No studio photos.
So get out your cameras and start snapping away now. Will your pet grace the cover of our 2015 calendar?
Cause for Paws Annual Event
Our annual Cause for Paws fundraiser is May 17th at the Holiday Inn Marquette. The event will
include a generous hors d'oeuvre menu, silent auction and raffle items. Our annual award cere-
mony will also take place. Cause for Paws is a great event to help raise funds and awareness for
shelter pets. Limited seating available so buy your tickets today! Available on our website and at
Mares-Z-Doats and The Pet Stop. Call 475-6661 or visit www.upaws.org for more information.
Tee Up for Tails Golf Event
We are holding our 17th annual golf outing, “Tee Up for Tails”, at Marquette Golf Club, Herit-
age Course on July 18th. Sign up for 18 holes of golfing fun, lunch after play, raffles, silent auction
& great prizes. Golfer sign up forms will be available on our website in June, at the shelter, or at
the kiosk in the Westwood Mall. Get your golfing friends together, plan for a fun day and help
UPAWS too.
Do Animals Really Love Us?
Shortly after New Year's, my partner, Wayne, and I took a weekend trip to Minneapolis
to drive my daughter back to college. We left a trusted friend/pet sitter in charge of our
combined menagerie: Wayne's cat and my cat and two dogs. Donnie, our pet sitter,
spoiled our pets every bit as thoroughly as we do. She took the dogs outside frequently
although the weather was bitterly cold; patiently letting them roam and sniff every inch
of the backyard. She kept everyone's food and water dishes filled, doled out treats judi-
ciously, and allowed the entire four-legged crew to share her bed at night.
When Wayne and I came home we were greeted with wild, tail-wagging enthusiasm by
the dogs and mild, leg-leaning-against acknowledgement by the cats. Although Donnie
had been an affectionate and conscientious caretaker, our pets understand who they
really belong to, and with. Having someone else meet their needs didn't confuse them
or misplace their knowledge of who their family is. Donnie = friend. Deb and Wayne =
family. They now adore Donnie, but they do - and will always - LOVE Wayne and me.
There are people who think of animals as simple machines, four-legged bundles of reflex
and instinct, and nothing more. Animal researchers continue to find evidence that both
wild and domesticated animals experience joy, sorrow, love, and even empathy. If people
can think of animals as merely living, breathing ob-
jects, it is easier to treat them thoughtlessly, even cruelly. It's easy to chain them up outside
in the depths of winter, dump them along the side of the road when they become an incon-
venience, or slap, hit, and kick out their frustrations on them. But if you can look into the
eyes of an animal and see a someone, not a something, you are not only less inclined to act
heartlessly toward them, you are, I believe, more inclined to possess a kinder, purer heart.
A recent article on the National Public Radio website outlined a study published in the jour-
nal "Current Biology." Scientists were investigating dogs' abilities to read their owners'
moods. This was not merely an observational study: Eleven dogs were trained to lie still
while MRIs were performed on their brains. The scientists learned that specific areas of
dogs' brains "light up" in response to various tones and volumes of sounds. A specific region
of the brain - the same region as in our human noggins - lit up in response to the varying
emotional tones in dogs' and humans' voices. Dogs not only pay attention to us, they are
attuned to our varying moods.
Not that we animal lovers needed science to spell it out for us, right? Indy, my schnauzer,
spelled it out for me one December evening several years ago, less than three months after
he'd joined our household. When I adopted him he was shy, and a little timid. Although we
had been a love at first sight match, as the weeks and months passed I wondered whether
or not I would ever experience a deep emotional bond with him, as I had with our previous
dog, the late, beloved Oscar.
On this December evening I was sitting at home
alone on my sofa, immobilized by sadness. I'd found out that afternoon that a longtime
friend of mine was critically, possibly terminally, ill. After reading for a short while I put
down my book and began to quietly cry. Indy, who had been asleep on the floor by the
sofa, got up and slowly climbed up beside me. He placed his front paws in my lap, then lift-
ed his paws onto my shoulders, pulled himself close, and pressed his fluffy gray face against
mine. I wrapped my arms around him and wept. He stayed there, motionless, his neck
soaked with my tears, until I was through. He has since become my dog - specifically my
dog - in a way no other dog in my life ever has. It's more than owner/pet, more than com-
panionship. It's love. And it flows both ways, between all of us, and all of our furry, finned,
and feathered family members.
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S P R I N G 2 0 1 4
Written by Deb Pascoe
Melanie Bell snuggles with her cute
adopted puppy, Nash
Zilla, adopted from UPAWS, loves to
hang out with her family members
About the author: Deb Pascoe is a freelance writer, a peer
recovery coach at Child and Family Services of the U.P., and
the happy owner of one dog, Indy, and one cat, Sadie.
Do Animals Really Love Us?
Kennel Sponsors
Thomas & Jeanette Chevrette
Denise Cain
Mary Pelton Cooper in honor of
her dogs
E.P. Hughes in memory of ‘Bridget’
Katie & Jeremy Nyquist
Philip Spade In Memory of Ruth
Spade and in memory of ‘Toto’
and honor of ‘Beegee’
Volunteer Spotlight
T H E P E T G A Z E T T E
Sponsor ($200-499)
Upper Peninsula Family Solutions
Metcom Technologies, Inc.
Supporter ($100-199)
Bruce Miller, DDS
Dr. Cardoni’s Nutritional Supports
Buck’s Party Store
Bart’s Cards
Benefactor ($1000+)
Downtown EyeCare
Patron ($500-999)
Andy Griffin Construction
Matt
Pryor and is
Spring Pet Tips Brought to You by UPAWS Business Members
Your dog may begin spending more time outside and also shedding
its winter coat so a little extra grooming is important.
Check your dog’s collar and name tag. Ensure that the collar is still in
good order and that it is snug, but not tight.
Springtime brings those pesky fleas. Apply a monthly topical medica-
tion; ask your vet which flea medicine would be best for your pet.
Easter Lily and other lily plants are highly toxic to cats and can lead
to kidney failure. If you are not sure if your plants and flowers are
safe, keep them away from your pets.
Be sure your window screens are sturdy and safe before your pets
are allowed to take in the warm breeze.
Lawn and garden herbicides and pesticides—dogs and cats can become ill from exposure to some of these
products. If possible, try to avoid using herbicides and pesticides or use non-toxic alternatives.
Be sure when you are starting your “spring cleaning” you are using cleaners that are labeled as pet safe.
UPAWS Gratefully Acknowledges the Contributions of the Following Business Members
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Written by Melanie Bell
Written by Ann Brownell, Community Outreach Coordinator
Meet one of our most dedicated shelter volunteers, Matt Pryor! Matt is a busy young
man who enjoys biking, walking, swimming, kayaking and Soo Bahk Do martial arts. In
addition to all of these activities, Matt and his mother Claudette come to UPAWS two
days a week to give the shelter dogs extra one-on-one time and exercise.
Matt and his family lost their beloved Golden Retriever this past year, who Matt spent
a lot of time with and took on long walks everyday. Missing his walking buddy, Matt
realized there were many dogs at UPAWS that could probably benefit from his love of
dog walking (and he was right!) so he decided to sign up as a dog walking volunteer!
Matt now has a Golden Retriever pup of his own at home who he spends lots of time
with. He takes his girl Emma on long walks everyday.
In addition to the dogs benefiting from the extra attention Matt gives them, Matt felt
he could also benefit from meeting new people at UPAWS as he feels a bit anxious
when talking to and meeting new people. He says his time spent volunteering has
helped with both people and animal skills. Matt has a great love for dogs of all breeds,
shapes and sizes! He's especially fond of the precious pit bulls. His favorite dog since
he has been volunteering was a pit bull named Reggie because "he was calm and
sweet!" Matt does a great job with the dogs at UPAWS and he loves volunteering be-
cause "it is very rewarding to feel that I have helped homeless animals." Matt and Clau-
dette help with other cleaning and organizing tasks at UPAWS also. They are always
willing to lend a hand and we are very thankful for their service.
Each volunteer at UPAWS has a different motivating factor for why they choose to
donate their time to helping the animals. We always welcome volunteers to come to
us with any new ideas they may have for volunteering or if there is any way we can
help them develop new skills and achieve personal goals through their service!
We are grateful to all of our dedicated volunteers. If you are interested in joining our
volunteer team visit our website at www.upaws.org or contact [email protected].
Matt and his walking buddy, UPAWS
dog for adoption Mary
Shep
Red (who we now call Shep) is doing great. When we first got him, he was
very timid. This continued for a week while he was at our home. But he soon
warmed up to us and is doing great! He absolutely loves being outside and
enjoys his daily walks around the neighborhood. He is even starting to warm
up to strangers, but they have to be in the house for a little while before he
will let anyone pet him. Shep is also quite the lady's man and has a few girl-
friends that he enjoys playing with. All in all, we are truly lucky to have Shep in
our lives. Recently, he had a photo shoot which made him look like quite the
stud. Don't be surprised if you see him in the next issue of Dog Fancy or in a
new Air Bud movie! We thank you again for allowing us to adopt Shep and we
will continue to care for him and give him the home he deserves.
-Gary Moore & Maggie Closs
Zilla
Zilla is a great addition to our family. She is definitely a cat with
personality! Loving, inquisitive and playful. Her intelligence can sur-
prise-like when she learned how to turn on the faucet-her favorite
place to get a drink. When she's ready for play, she will often bring
her rope over and drop it at our feet. But look out if she rolls over
and shows her fluffy belly-that's an invite for major attack/
domination! She still loves to chase her tail, play with balls, and
knock things off cupboards (new rule in our house—dishes IN the
sink). When she's ready for cuddles, she is very obvious...on your
lap, book, newspaper, shoulders. She is not afraid to make you stop
and realize you need to be loving your cat-right now! We love her!
-Mary Doll & Family
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Omar Omar, who I’ve renamed Odin as befitting his Viking spirit, is doing
well and we seem to be a pretty good fit! (His nickname is Odie.)
He’s very playful and everything is a toy to him. He has a phenom-
enal vertical leap and I’ve had to move my breakables from some
pretty high shelves where he perches like a puma. My family and
friends love him and he’s very good at cuddling. It’s nice to come
home at night and find him waiting for me. He’s a pretty good lis-
tener and we seem to enjoy the same TV shows and movies. He
also likes to work crossword puzzles with me—I try to write and
he mauls the pen. My friends tell me I'm much happier now and he
makes me smile every day. Yes, Odie and I are doing fine!
-Andrea and Odin Lee Larsen
Happy Tails
We’d Love to Hear Your “Happy Tail”!
Please send us an update with a photo of your
UPAWS adopted pet!
Email to: [email protected]
Special Thanks, Memorials, & Honorariums October 1st, 2013 through January 31st, 2014
SPECIAL THANK YOU TO:
Beano’s Halloween & Christmas Party
Bethany Lutheran Church Women for their support.
Border Grill (Negaunee) Employees donated their tips
Cedarville Gym Members for their donation.
Faith Lutheran Church for their help.
Lasco Employees & Lasco for their ‘Jean Day’
MQT Bd. of Light & Power Employees fundraiser
Petsmart Charities and shoppers for pet toy donations
Brooke & Jill Mayrand chose to help with a Euchre Party!
Mqt. Range Steelworkers Retirees Club for their gift.
Pizza Hut & manager Kelly fundraiser & bake sale
SIR Credit Union Employees ‘Jerseys to Work Day’
St. Charles Winery for their ‘Maddie Paws’ wine proceeds.
St. Michaels Church, Blessing of the Pets.
Stephenson National Bank for their help.
United Presbyterian Church for their donation.
Wawonowin Golf Club Members Christmas donation.
Zero Degrees Art Gallery for their fundraising promotion
SPECIAL THANK YOU TO KIDS HELPING UPAWS:
Aspen Ridge 8th Graders ‘Penny War’ fundraiser.
Bothwell Middle School Students for ‘Penny Wars’ fundraiser.
Sandy Knoll Elementary School for project donations
MARESA students for their holiday fundraiser
Ryan LaFountain collected money for UPAWS for his birthday!
Hailey, Zoe & Nelly danced in the park to raise funds
Colton, Nina & Maysa Sitar donated chore money
IN HONOR OF:
Deb & Jack Applin From: Lori Hill
Phyllis Aurich From: Nancy Seminoff
Steve & Shelly Bailey From: Lory & James Racela
Thomas Baldini’s Birthday From: April Bertucci, Lara Clisch & Tom!
Joan, Brad Barnett & Tooties From: Karen Duquette
Diana Bennett & Paul Blemberg From: Paul Hannuksela
Lynn & Steve & Kris Bennett From: Karen Duquette
Roger Bentlage From: Sally Davis
Diane Botsford From: Felicia Flack
Christina Bruner From: Donald & Kay Bruner
Billie Conger From: Randi Schmohe & Alyssa Axtell
The Crafty Crew: Virginia, Gail, Elynor, Donna & Abby From: Carol
Janchenko
Kathy & Bill Davis From: Laura Lockhart
Brooke, Zoe & Nicholas Dubord From: George & Arlette Dubord
Tony Elliot’s Birthday From: Kristine Elliot
Felicia Flack From: Diane Botsford
Barbara Fosmire From: Michael & Christ Grant
Paula Furlette & Lori Hill From: Debra Applin
Michael Gach From: Susan Payant
Stacee & Tom Hamm From: Rick & Ann Brown & Family
Patti & Bob Hammer From: Karen Duquette
Paul Hannuksela & ‘Sadie’ From: Diana Bennett & Paul Blemberg,
Phillip & Marlene Ombrello
Betty & Dick Harriman From: Hannah & Brett Harriman
Connie & Garry Harriman From: Hannah & Brett Harriman
Ellen Klee & Richard Henson From: Sandee & Dave Aldrich
Jane & Vic Holliday’s Wedding From: James Panowski
Sarah Hubbard From: Brett Bartlett
Brad Jackson & Brenda Salisbury From: Terry & Jacquie Jackson
Nancy & Wes Janca From: Karen Duquette
Peggy Jensen From: Susan Maynard
Staci & Chris Jones From: Sharon & Rudolph Gagnon
Katherine Kitzman From: Peggy Loy
Brenda Kulbieda From: Katie & Peter Thiel
Janis & Lee LaFreniere From: John & Ruth Heidemann
Dr. Paul Lindstrom & Staff at Hometown Animal Hospital, Niagara, WI
From: Carol Janchenko
Gary & Kathy Lyons 50th Anniversary
Ronda Mackey From: Francis Korhonen
Kathy Nelson From: Brian Ostwald
James Nicholson & Janser From: Sherry Miller
Sanfred & Virginia Olson’s Anniversary, the Holidays and Virginia’s
Birthday From: Pam & Dan Clark, Paula & Daniel Rampe
Marlene & Phil Ombrello From: Paul Hannuksela
Sandy Place From: Judd R. Spray
Renee Prince From: John Prince
Paul & Karen Rieckman From: Brett & Hannah Harriman
William Roos From: Elaine Roos
Terri & Thom Schuckman From: Janna Lies
Scott Spencer & Rio & Cherry From: Paul Hannuksela
Robert Sims Family From: Susan Menhennick
Skandia Post Office Employees From: Marva Ittner
Carole Suksi From: Bill & Jean Hetrick, Gordon & Nancy Peterson
Crystal Swanson From: Myra Zyburt
John Tregilgas From: Karen Duquette
Dawn VanLerbeghe & Dan Goodreau From: Lois Picha
Lareina VanStrien’s Birthday From: Daniel VanStrien
UPAWS Staff & Volunteers From: Ann Brownell, Kathy & Allen Solka,
Karen Sundell & Charles Norlin
Frida Waara From: Ian Thorley
Alisha, Josh & Corrina Wasilewski From: Dave & Leanne Guenther
Janet Wells’ Birthday From: Ginny Freeborn
IN MEMORY OF:
Mark Anderson & Yzerman From: Carol Easton
Arne Asplund From: Mildred Balzarini
Jim Berglund From: Gloria Bigelow, Ann Clement, Grace Hyde, John &
Grace Jackson, Donald Koskey, Alex & Peggy Letvenow, Patricia
McGinty & Lois A. Johnson, Don & Roberta Rudness, Laurie Schmit &
Stacy Jandron
Ray, Betty & Paul Berglund From: Katherine L. Miller
Rose & Rocco Bertucci From: Mary & Steve Bertucci
Becky Blackburn From: Bridget Jennings
Dolly Blondeau From: Mary Letts
Stuart E. Bowey From: Sherry Kynell
Joseph Bretz From: Robert & Suzanne Stephenson
Gloria Cain From: Donald Lawry, Susan Lawry, Michele Moran &
Michael Springer, Julie & Paul Sanford, Mr. & Mrs. John Veres
Amy Carter From: Ann Carter
Betty Chrest From: Bonnie Pergande
Helen Faye Church From: Patricia Sarvello
Zeta Constance From: Harlee Alexander, Mary Constance
Roger Corinth From: Don & Rebecca Perkins
Barb Crill From: Chris Kotila
Mary Lou Crothers From: Robert & Mary Beals, Sara Enright & Janice
Oxenford, Stella Fassbender, Karey LaJoye, Jane & Robert Sims
Barbara Denofre From: Paulette Nardi, Pixie Zyburt
John Dorais From: Yvonne Dorais
Kyle Patrick Dowling From: Jill Engel, Joseph & Bernice Jezek, Carol &
Roger Johnson, Liz Kuhn, Sherry & Jon Lullo, The McCaffery Family,
Jennifer McCoy, Joanne Morrin, Faith, Andrew, Jaclyn & Sydney Printz,
Jia Printz, Jonathan & Maureen Printz, Kenneth Printz, Jane & Matthew
Surrell, Joe Wiseman
Anna Fletcher From: Al & Diane DuFay, Michael & Margaret Johnson,
Tami Kawecki, William & Vicky Lawrence, June Meyers, Daniel &
Martha Rice, Carol Schwemin, Ann & Bob Wood, Profiles in Hair
Design (Anne Erspamer)
Everett Foster From: James Bailey III
Donna Fountain From: Nancy & David Anderson, Linda Bonetti,
Warren J. Heikkila, Janet Hruska, Francis Korhonen, Betsy Little & Paul
Marin, Lake Superior Magazine, Superiorland Duplicate Bridge Club
Jean Fridge From: Ann Parish
Cheryl Girard & her 2 dogs From: Stephen Girard, Sheila Leahy, Doris
Childers, Barb Wallin, Loy Ellis & many friends & family
Severino Guizzetti From: Joyce Guizzetti
Monroe Harrison From: Geraldine Harrison, Debra Kroon
Kathryn Hawker From: Paul Enrietti, Karen Al-Kinani
Carole Heidtman From: Mike Heidtman
Brad Jackson & Brenda Salisbury From: Terry & Jacquie Jackson
Dr. Jean Jackson From: Joanne Menhennick, David Olivier, Thomas &
Florence Olivier
Alton Johnson From: Joanne Mingay, Charlene & Sheri Moody, Jim &
Judith Quirk, Lisa & Eric VanAlstine, Highland Park Hospital
Gerald Kester From: Theresa & John Scram
Elaine Keto From: Irma Alanko, Jerry & Darlene Arseneau, William &
Betty Arseneau, Diane & Thomas Ball, Earl & Mary Bickers, Michael
Cauley, Allan & Darlene Chapman, Carol & Mike Farmer, Carol & Rich
Giotto, Jim & Nancy Harmala, George Harvala, Lorrie Hayes & Mike,
Marjorie Hockstad, Kay Hodgins, Bob & Anita Keto, Marie Keto,
LaVerne Koski, Elaine Brooks-Laitinen, Betty LaMere, Mary Ann Laukka,
Paul & Pat Makela, Cookie, Gust & Laurie Maki, David Mannikko, Jim,
Pat & Shawn McCarthy, Betty McEachern, Dale & Beth Moilanen,
Edward & Evelyn Moilanen, Syme Niemi, Janice & Edward Noel, Pete &
Kathy Ruokola, Ann Sarkela, Helmi Talbacka, Jim & Kathy Talbacka,
Ronald Talbacka, Judith & David Wills
Mark Kitti From: MQT Board of Light & Power Staff & Employees
Gail Korpi From: Ronald Korpi
Irma Koski From: Lydia Adams & Richard Besola, Kayla Briggs, Jean
Hedges, Joan McKenna, CG-4 Coast Guard, PEF Team
Irma & Arthur Koski From: Susan Koski-Grafer
Lloyd Kroon From: Debra Kroon
Mark Larson From: Susinn Macmerchys
William & Helen Laycock From: William Laycock
Olivia LeMoine From: Eileen Beck
Henry ‘Bunny’ L’Huillier From: Becky L’Huillier
Fern Liedtke From: Carl & Margaret Corneliuson, Gary & Jean Guster,
Lorna Hiller, Connie Johnson & Betty Carlson, Bob & Karen Kakkuri,
Reva Laituri, Harry & Mary Smith
Doris Linna From: James & Gina Larson, City of MQT Sewer Crew
Raymond Lynch From: Lisa Bott, Marcia Braunlich, Christine & Peter
Corkin, Nancy & Joseph Fridgen, Gary & Lisa Horwood, Pamela
Hutchens, Mary Hytinen, Shirley & Dean Jackson, Curtis Kyllonen, Emily
& Larry Lewis, Audrey Lindstrom, Gail McCarthy, Sylvia & David Savu,
Elaine VandeZande
Terry Lyons From: Harold Miller
Joan Maki From: Karen & Don Maki
Kathleen Maki From: Andy & Vikki Griffin, Karl & Joan Mulder, Crew
of Andy Griffin Construction
Doug Marceau From: Elizabeth Gustafson
Sam Maatta From: Beth Maatta
Doug Marceau From: Elizabeth Gustafson
Ruth Matthews From: Linda Matthews, Martin & Margo Matthews &
Family, Roberta Henderson, Alan & Mary Hunter
Robert E. McKee From: Jenell McKee
Greg Menhennick From: Patrick & Cindy Brosseau
John S. Miller From: Katherine L. Miller
Manny Miranda From: Terri Selvey
Lorraine Nancarrow From: Jack Bell & Janet Post, Nancy Borg,
Lawrence & Sharon Carey, Ruth & David Gutzman, Pauline & John
Kiltinen, Wanda & Robert Leach, Jaclyn Martin, Janet McKie, Barbara &
Ronald Neaves, Denise Perry, Ann & Henry Steede, Gladys Sulskis, Fox,
Mqt., John D. Pierce Class of 1960
Ellen Nardi From: Lori Curtis
James Olson From: Beverly Turner
Eileen Patterson From: Bob & Darcy Rutkowski
Dona Pelto From: Jerry & Jeanne Burke
Forest Perry From: Roxane & Charles Gardner
Rita Peterson From: Lorna Addison, Priscilla Burnham, Mary & Dick
Constance, Phillip & Colleen Creech, Wayne DenBeste, Jeanette
Erspamer, Michael Gregorich, Alan & Mary Hunter, Linda & Donald
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Donations received after January 31st, 2014 will be listed in our next newsletter. Thankfully, our list is extensive. If we have inadvertently
missed someone or something, we apologize and please let us know.
Hurrell, Marilyn Klahn, Roma Meyskens, Shirley Nedeau, Judith &
Charles Pool, Sally Richardson, Barbara Roberts, Kathleen & Clarkston
Staffne, John & Deborah Veiht, MARESA staff
Edna & Allan Phillips From: Joel, Sandra & Daniel Phillips
Sharalee Ann Presti From: Richard Presti
Beverly Retaskie From: Jerry & Jeanne Burke
Bob Reynolds From: Bruce & Kathy Reynolds, Janet Demarest, Roberta
Henderson, Gerald & Elizabeth Pohl, Joe & Karen Rhodes
Muriel Beth Rivard From: Judy Donahue, James Enright, Sara Enright,
Bernie & Joyce Fine, Joan Green, Jackie Heitman, Mark Hirvonen, John
& Elizabeth Jaakola, Carol & Roger Johnson, David & Joanne Kingston,
James Krieg, Ellen Louise Krieg, Richard Krieg, Shirley LaBonte, Peter A.
LaFreniere, DDS, Karen & Don Maki, Richard McLaughlin, Joanne
Mingay, Sue Ollila, Janice Oxenford, Mary & George Prusi, Barb & Steve
Pulver, Max & Mary Putters, Elry & Alton Reetz, Nancy Speaker, Mary
& Jere Stafford, Bernard Stephansky, Kathryn & Albert Sundine, Sally
Wilson, Vango’s
Lew Rivord From: Linda Degabriele
Josie Roberts From: Ernest & Kathleen Grasso
Kenneth Roberts From: Shirley Roberts
Shirley Rule From: Bill Jandreau
Ruth Spade From: Bonnie Hartzell, Kathy Holman
Becky Stafford From: Carie Prus
Susan Stankus & Holly From: Thomas Stankus
Thelma (Jokinen) Sundquist From: Russell Jokinen
Helen Swanson From: Robert & Crystal Swanson
Danielle Thibeault From: Becky Thibeault
Frank Thomas From: Roger & Mary Bentlage, Kathy & Rick Goodrich,
Jack Collier & Barbara Parks, Jack & Mary Tripp, NMU Mon./Weds.
Senior Exercise Class
Julie Boyer-Tomison From: Irma Alanko, Lois Bressette, Kathleen
Chavez, Ron & Millie Isaacson, Rose Talaga, Karen Traut
Wilbert Wagner From: Paula Wagner, Transport Workers Union Local
574
Wilbert & Eleanor Wagner From: Joann Amador & Robert Borden
Donna Weesen From: Yvonne Dorais, Shirley LaBonte, Larry Marta,
Kathleen & Rick Monroe, Wayne & Jane Phillips, Clare Sauer
Edith Wills From: Nolan & Nancy Duquette
Violet & Ernest Yenore From: Mary & Steve Bertucci
Charlie York From: Charles & Roxanne Gardner
Wendy Evans-York From: Elizabeth Lizotte-York
IN MEMORY OF PETS:
Abby Roncaglione From: Tom & Linda Brecheisen, Marie & Ralph Keto,
Reva Laituri, Joan & Karl Mulder
Andy Langlois From: Phil & Pat Langlois
Angelo Rozman From: Robin
Angie Pelkola From: Carol, Dale, Kristen & Corey Pelkola
Annie From: Donna & Robert Marlor
Archie Nesbitt From: Steve Nesbitt
Banshee Hennigan From: Lori, Todd & Seamus Hennigan
Battista From: Judy Jarvi
Bear From: William Rae
Beau Hershey From: Karen & Jerry Hershey
Bella & Murray From: Nancy Anderson
Bernie From: Sally Menapace
Blake From: Tony & Susan Tollefson
Blazer From: Steffani Petros
Brownie From: George Corolewski
Buddy Gustafson From: Reva Laituri
Captain, Keanna, Roxi, Brandy, Penny, Kiwi & Cappy From: Dave &
Irene Place
Captain Nemo Kleaver From: Josephine Kleaver
Chaucer From: Patricia Mayer
Cherry, Brutus & Feather From: Dee Doepke
Cinder From: Don & Kathy Grisham
Cona From: Kaci Murringer
Cooper From: Jon & Susan Christensen
Corby Mantela From: Ann Brownell
Cujo Leone From: Tom & Kathy Leone, Joan & Karl Mulder
Delilah (Ms. D) Wilson From: Deb Winkler
Diana & Pearl From: Pam & Robert Vietzke
Dingers, Teddy & Mickey From: Forrest Libby
Dusty & Harley From: Wes & Barb Hauswirth
Dusty Dawn Laituri From: Reva & Dave Laituri, Tom & Linda
Brecheisen, Ann & Garrett Brownell, Joan & Karl Mulder, Karen & Joe
Rhodes, Lareina VanStrien, Tucker & Jeffy
Eli Rogers From: Laura Linna
Emily & Indy Landronis From: Linda & Tom Brecheisen, Ashley
Herman, Joan & Karl Mulder, Ann & Garrett Brownell, Steffani Petros,
Reva Laituri, Karen & Joe Rhodes
Enza From: Donna Lammi
Fluffy & Brownie From: Bonnie & Lawrence Mattson
Frosty & Stone From: Jaime Houghton
Garlic From: Jack & Jeanne LaSalle
Genny From: Sally Olsen
George & Marvin Brownell From: Ann & Garrett Brownell
Harlee From: Carolyn Rundman
Harley From: Steffani Petros
Homer From: Deb Kroon
Jake From: Mary & Michael Reed
Jeekers From: Mary & Doug Stone
Junior From: Amanda Zeidler
Katie Lovell From: Doris Ann Brey, Chris & Dale Hamari
Kira From: Pat Micklow & Judd Spray
Lilly Lyons From: Lois Corrandina, Kathy & George Lyons
Little Number 12 From: Michael Sedlock
Maddie From: Shanna Trapani
Mandy Lyons From: Charles Lyons, Sr.
Marnie From: Craig & Teresa Marietti
Max From: Michael & Dawn Adams
Max Ezo From: Katherine & William Ezo
Missy & Baby From: Sandra & Jim Sodergren
Molly Fries From: Sue Fries
Murphy & Sonya Zdroik From: Daniel Zdroik
Murphy, Ben & Archie From: Patty Cornish
Nala Thibeault From: Becky Thibeault
NeeJee From: Peggy Derwin
Nimbus Crankleton From: Pamela Clark
Pence & Gibby From: Rebecca Oberstar
Penny From: Jon & Maureen, Faith, Andrew, Jaclyn & Sydney Printz
Pig Pen From: Cindy & Robert Harmela
Pixel From: Joan & Karl Mulder
Pretty Boy From: Rita Svetly
Rascal From: Sue Morton
Reese, Mister & Topaz From: Gloria Hoog
Riley Griffin From: Phyllis Griffin, Steffani Petros
Rudy From: Ralph & Pat Watters
Scooter From: Marlene & Reuven Romback
Sheena From: Beth Robinson
Shelby From: LaVerne Koski
Sierra From: Melissa & Mark Curran
Snoopy From: Linda Matthews
Stumpy From: Dennis & Lynn Kloss
Sunny & Kuningas Karno From: Richard & Nan Karno
Taffy Krieg From: Ronald & Ellen Krieg
Tank From: Jo DeRoche
Ted Finkbeiner From: Linda & Bill LaMora & Hannah
Thelma From: Gail Fingel
Tiger Soltwisch From: Grant & Kathy Soltwisch
Tiger Tom & Flopsy From: Anne Ryan
Toto From: Jack & Ronald Bullock
Tovath From: Linda Matthews
Tuffy, Mitzy & Freddy From Shirley Roberts
Whitey, Maple, Dana & Jack From: Phillip & Marlene Ombrello
Willie McCormick From: Linda & Gary Dionne, Rob Peterson
Willie the Therapy Horse From: Julie Frazier
Winston From: Deidre Mering
World From: Reva Laituri
IN HONOR OF PETS:
Allie & Baxter From: Kathy & Allen Solka
Barney From: Forrest Libby
Bitsy From: Lucy Dewitt
Blackie From: Kathleen Ware
Blue From: Gabriella Rautio
Buddy From: Kay Ghiardi
CoCo, Hooligan & Gizmo From: Mary & Steve Bertucci
Daisy From: Dave Larson
Darcy, Mandy, Josie, Bucky, Bristol, Jack, Harlow, Luna, Lilly, Walter,
Sami, Jhansi, Gibbie & Hedwig From: Dave & Irene Place
Harry From: Doreen Volkema
Leo & Skinny Pergande From: Bonnie Pergande
Lily & Mason From: Karen Sundell
Mandy From: Nancy Kelly
Milly & Lucy From: Paula Fraley
Mollyann, Cash, Josie, Popeye & Bunny From: Judith Meyer
Muffie Schaefer From: June Schaefer
Patch Fries From: Sue Fries
Reese & all our pets From: Louise Pearson
Reese, Beauford & Jet From: Deb Kroon
Scruffy & Spot From: Michael & Regina Nelson
Sugar Bear From: Danielle Pemble
What Footprints Will You Leave Behind?
Every year thousands of animals need our help.
They need shelter, medicine, and they need our love. They need forever homes the most.
Please consider a gift to UPAWS in your will or estate plan. You’ve meant so much to
UPAWS and have our gratitude. We hope you’ll take the few easy steps so the animals
we help will benefit from your love of them in the future.
Please call UPAWS at (906) 475-6661 and we’d be happy to share information on how easy it is to make a gift through a will or trust.
UPAWS would like to acknowledge the generous bequests of Robert Fisher and Ruth Lambert received by UPAWS in 2013.
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April and May 2014
Pet Photo Calendar Entries
UPAWS Pet Tags at Econo Foods
May 2014
Party For the Pets - Masonic Building MQT
May 3rd, 2014
Cause for Paws - Holiday Inn MQT
May 17, 2014
Rummage Sales to Benefit UPAWS
Summer 2014
Adopt a Shelter Cat Month at UPAWS
June 2014
July 4th Doggy Dash Fundraiser
July 4, 2014
Wash-N-Wag Fundraiser at UPAWS
July 12, 2014
Tee Up For Tails - MQT Golf Club
July 18, 2014
Bagging for Tips at Econo Foods
July 26, 2014
Regular Meetings and Events
UPAWS Board meetings are held the 4th Monday of each month, 6 PM, at the
Peter White Public Library. Open to the public. For other listings please visit
www.upaws.org or call (906) 475-6661.
For more information on any of these events, please call the shelter at
(906) 475-6661 or visit www.upaws.org.
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