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Fall 2012
Chloe’ STORY
Chloe has had a rough time of it lately. Adopted as a puppy, she lived the majority
By Mindy Tillman
of her 4 years with a young couple, until they decided she was no longer par t of their plans
when they star ted a family. They took her to a local shelter where they probably figured
she would be adopted quickly.
Unfortunately, that wasn’t the case. She was in the voice with utter obedience. She walks well on a leash,
kennels for three weeks and wasn’t doing well. Chloe and can be around the other dogs and cats in her foster
is a Whippet mix, a sensitive breed easily stressed by home even though she was an only dog for a long time.
being in the loud and over-stimulating environment of
the shelter. She was depressed and in jeopardy of Chloe has started to show signs that she may have
being euthanized. She also appeared to be having a an environmental allergy as well as a food allergy,
food allergy and was being medicated for it. Chloe and possibly an underlying auto-immune disease.
was underweight and still having a terrible allergic Through the excellent care she is receiving from
reaction to her food by the time she was rescued. Second Chance Companions (SCC) and their veteri-
Her foster home had to work hard to gain her trust. narian, we are confident that she’ll be able to get this
After several vet visits, better medication and a change under control and have it managed throughout her
in diet, she started to show signs of improvement. life. Chloe is a trooper, eager to please and always
With the love and patience of her foster family, her a happy girl with the cutest “I’m smiling at you”
confidence grew and she was blossoming into a expression, even when she is feeling under
wonderful girl. Chloe is a very well behaved dog who the weather.
knows basic commands and responds to a gentle
I feel so fortunate to have Chloe in my life to help
find her a forever home, an opportunity given to
me by being a foster volunteer with Second
Chance Companions.
If you are interested in fostering,
www.sccpets.com
please contact us at
or call (360) 687-4569.by Barbette Schoening
2012 has been very busy for SCC and its volunteers. The year began with the receipt of a grant
from the ASPCA to provide low-cost vaccines for the community. With the help of local vets, we were
able to offer vaccinations for hundreds of local animals. We held Great Balls of Fur in May at Heisen House
Vineyards and had a great turn-out. Other fundraisers included a Book Sale, Bingo, Garden Tour and Garage
Sale. We participated in several events, including the Vancouver Brewfest, Clark County Fair, and PetSmart
National Adoption Events. The success of these events could not have been achieved without the dedica-
tion and help of our volunteers. They are the driving force behind SCC that keeps everything moving.
They are the ones that show up at events in order to support us. I want to send out a special thank you
to those people that have made this year so great for Second Chance Companions!
Second Chance Companions offers several opportunities food and water, and most importantly, being the public face for
for any animal lover to help out. The most common myth SCC while interacting with the public.
in rescue is that we only need help in fostering. Yes, there
is an ongoing need for fosters, but other areas such as AniMeals Program
adoption counseling, fundraising and special events also Volunteers for the AniMeals program deliver food to Meals
need a lot of help. on Wheels and the food banks for those who need help
feeding their pets. We need volunteers to help pick up the
Email and Phone Support food from various donation locations, bag the food and then
We need help with responding to calls and/or e-mail deliver it to Meals on Wheels, low income senior programs
inquiries from people wanting to place or adopt pets, or and the food bank distribution centers
seeking general information. It is a very crucial part of our
group because we help people in the community who are Foster Program
trying to find new homes for their own pet in addition to The Foster program is always in need of volunteers. Volunteers
the animals in SCC has in our own foster care system. take homeless animals into their homes and care for them until
As an email and phone support volunteer, you would their new permanent home can be found. Many animals that
be able to help an animal find a new home come into our foster program have owners who are moving
and are unable to take their pets with them. SCC pays for
Fundraising and Special Events all medical care for the animal. We ask foster volunteers to
Volunteers plan and partiicpate in fundraisers and special open up their hearts and homes to help out the animals.
events. Examples would be information booths at community
fairs or joining the Great Balls of Fur team. This position is
important because it provides the opportunity to develop If you are able to help out in any of these areas,
great public relations with the community and helps raise please contact us at www.sccpets.com or call
much needed funding for SCC. (360) 687-4569.
PetSmart Adoption Center All the areas listed above affect the animals in our community
This position involves taking care of the animals we have and make a difference. This happens through the assistance
available in our adoption locations in Vancouver and Portland. from animal lovers, just like you, trying to help one animal
This includes making sure the animals have clean cages, fresh at a time.
2Fall 2012
GREAT BALLS OF FUR 2012
MAKES THE SWITCH TO SPRING
For several years, many of our supporters have asked us to switch
our biggest fund-raiser from the Fall to the Spring. There are so
many other fund-raisers and activities happening in the Fall with
too many conflicting dates. So we did it!
With the help of Michele Bloomquist over at Heisen House
Vineyards in Battle Ground, SCC also changed the venue.
Vancouver Brewfest
Helen Raptis, Host of “AM Northwest” on KATU TV and
David Schmitke, Host/Producer of “At Your Service Saturday”
on KEX Radio hosted the Italian themed event, “Furever in
Vancouver’s first ever Craft Brewfest was held August 10 and 11, Florence”. Guests were served antipasti while listening to the
2012, at Esther Short Park in Vancouver, WA. The festival was Italian sounds of Accordionist, Michael Maffei.
structured to benefit charitable organizations in our neighbor-
hood and Second Chance Companions was selected as one of It was a casual outdoor event and we hoped for good weather,
them. There were many unique beers to enjoy while listening which we had until 10 minutes after the event ended in which
to fantastic live music at the festival, crafts and goods from a the skies opened and the rains poured. Everyone enjoyed a
variety of interesting vendors, and local food booths. On wonderful afternoon sipping on delicious local wines. We truly
October 18th, Cody Gray presented a check for $2500 to want to thank Michele, Chris and Jacey for their hospitality at
the Second Chance Companions Board. SCC would like to Heisen House Vineyards. SCC raised a lot of money to help
send a special thank you to Cody Gray and Andrew Stromberg the animals in our community. Grazie!
for your donation to SCC.
Vino in the Village
Battle Ground Village’s
During this last summer, Battle Ground Village hosted several
“Vino in the Village Events” which were very successful in
which they donated part of the proceeds to Second Chance
Companions. Pairings of good wine and delicious food
were provided by restaurants in Battle Ground Village while
strolling through the quaint shops. Selected local wineries
included English Estate, Heisen House Vineyards, Rusty Grape,
Confluence Vineyard and Gouger Cellars. SCC would like
to extend a thank you to Battle Ground Village, Dennis Pavlina
from Bone’s, Mike De Kalb and Christina Haas from Laurelwood,
Kathy from Pasta Gigi’s and Kevin and Mike from The Coachmen
for all your work and donation.
3Kudos
Volunteer
Liz Anderson Holly Blosser Sandy Prue
Since joining SCC in 2011, Liz Anderson’s When Holly Blosser decided not to seek Soon after joining SCC in 2009, Sandy
presence has been well felt. She volun- a fourth term as one of the two SCC Vice Prue found herself filling two very time-
teers twice a week to care for the SCC Presidents last spring, she ended a decade consuming positions – Board Treasurer
foster cats housed in the PetSmart Adop- of serving on the SCC Board. Still involved, and Great Balls of Fur (GBF) Chairperson.
tion Center. This involves cleaning cages however, she continues to serve as a Being a new volunteer made her service
and providing love, exercise, fresh food and liaison between SCC and the Clark County as Treasurer especially challenging as she
water for up to 10 cats at a time. It also Animal Control Board, maintains the dog had to become familiar with the various
means taking home laundry to provide fresh and cat lists, serves as website adminis- functions of SCC as well as the SCC
bedding. Liz implemented regular cleaning trator (a daunting task in itself) and helps accounting procedures. While opting not
of the areas under and around the cages. at many special events. In previous years, to seek another term as treasurer this last
Her specialty has been socializing shy cats she fostered numerous cats and was spring, Sandy continued as the head of the
and helping them get adopted. While fundamental in establishing the use of the GBF committee. This annual dinner and
doing so, Liz became very attached and Vancouver PetSmart Adoption Center for auction fundraiser requires year-round
adopted two feline sisters who had been in housing the SCC foster cats. planning and execution.
foster care for over four years.
Thank you, Holly, for all you have done over Thank you, Sandy, for being such an active
Thank you Liz for all your help! the years and the many things you continue and supportive volunteer.
to do for SCC.
4Fall 2012
In Memory of Gifts of Hope
Bill Hatch
by Jack Buehler SCC would like to thank the generous donors listed below who have made
by Alex Carel contributions during the months of January 2012 through June 2012.
by Barbara Dunbar
by Margaret Florey A Dogs Best Friend Desiree East Eddie and Sandy Quinn
by L. E. Hashimoto Alder Creek Kayak and Canoe Traci Ellis Joseph and Jane Raabe
by Jim and Judy Hatch All Natural Pet Linda Evens Rib City Grill
by Sandra Hatch Carol Andersen Margy Florey Tera Rich
by Mel and Shirley Johnson
by Dylan, Emily and Owen Lee Beth Anderson Bob and Carol Fox Rose’s Restaurant
by John Lee Applewood Restaurant and Bar Steven Fox-Middleton Linda Runkle
by Joyce Lounsberry Mary Atkinson Karen and Fred Garmire Jr. Susan Ruxton
by Dennis and Kathy Mattson Banfield Charities Green Mountain Golf Course Safeway
by Joseph Noll Beaches Restaurant and Bar C.J. Hart Arthur and Sandra Sailer
by Patricia Tarnow
by Vera Witteman Jon Bennett Kelsey Hawk Steve Savage
Big Brown Dog Inc./ Maryellen Hayenga Ingeborg and George Schoening
Joan Schultz
by Sherrell and Anne Hendricks DBA Oswego Veterinary Hazel Dell Carwash Scottish Terrier Club of Vancouver
by Carol Olley Hospital Nan Henriksen Julia Scott
by Donna Shultz Bob’s Cat Tree Hockinson Café at Battle Ground Snap Fitness
Bobby, Beezer and Petie Ardith Buchanan Kathleen Horner Carolyn Stone
by Ronald and Anita Tomlinson Canine Utopia Joan Houser Deanna Sullivan
Delores Dobbins Suzann Carr Brian Ilie SW Washington Humane Society
by Carla Klein Cascade Park Animal Hospital Janet Johnson Tac-Ops Indoor Air Soft Arena
Hobbes the cat Cascade Scottish Terrier Club K-9 Agility of Clark County Target
by Sara Behrman and F.X. Rosica Clark County Sheriff ’s Office Jan Lake Mike Taylor
Kirby Jessica Colleran Lake Oswego Veterinary Tetra Pak Materials LP
by Brenda Finley Columbia River Carin Terrier Club Aiko Lawson The Heathman
Koko, Casey and Mocha Columbia Veterinary Center Legacy Health Systems The Source Climbing Center
by Linda and Roy Lindley Creature Comforts Legacy Salmon Creek Violet Towne
Leah Brenner Da-Kines Café Emergency Room Susan Turcotte
by Ruth Wagner Sherry Davis Los Jalapenos Twilight Pizza Bistro
Magic the Best Friend of Mark Reilly Lisa Dimas Billie Lovell Voodoo Donuts
by Joseph and Carole MacDonald Forrest and Barbara Dunbar Main Street Pet Solutions Diane Walck
Mary Lee Pappenfus Malibu Raceway Walmart
by Arthur Choat Mary Matzke Susan Erickson-White and
Missy Ribbons McFarlane’s Bark Greg White
by Ellen Nagel New Seasons Market George Whitehouse
In Honor of
Murphy Norma and Peter McReynolds WINCO
by Mary Wilen and Lawrence Love Jeff and Jamie Morris-Pease Molly Wise
Oskar Boroske Mosaic Financial Karen Wright
by Elinor Boroske Mountain View Ice Arena
Otis Native Foods Café and
Bentley
by Edward McNamara Bridgeport Mall
by Ava Wessel
Penny Natural Pet Northwest
Kathy Byers Birthday
by Bruce and Kathy Barker Northwest Natural Pet
by Renee Taggart
Ruby Cheryl Oltmann
Jennifer Moore
by Terianne Lewis OMSI
by Patricia Hathaway
Sheryl Jacobsen Oregon Humane Society
Mama Kitty
by Earlene Trestrail Thomas R. O’Sullivan
by Lynda Ryan Hill
Snoopy Denese Owens
Roscoe
by Jeannie Hernandez Pawsitive Paws 4H
by Aiko Lawson
Smokey Wong Gary Perlstein
Sasha Siegel
by Peggy and Peter Wong Sherri Perry
by John Siegel
Steven Hashimoto Pets on Broadway
Tolu and her puppies
by L.E Hasimoto and A.C. Woods Patricia and Thomas Pickett
by Morgan Stanley
Smith Barney Global Impact Portland Spirit River Cruise
Funding Trust Inc. Jerri Price
5ready for each other, and we never would have had the chance if it
weren’t for the selfless patience and support of SCC and its volunteers.
Thank you, thank you from both of us. Orlena
Blue Casey
Dear SCC,
Dear SCC, I adopted a kitty named Casey from you
We just wanted to touch base with about 4 years ago, so here’s little update
you about little Blue. He is growing on my curious little friend. We are sooo
fast, cute as a button and still embraced happy together and Casey is so spoiled! I
by his daddy Black Cat. He follows Black moved in with my mom 2 years ago and
around and imitates every behavior- so was worried Casey might not like it there
cute. He is antagonistic towards our dog because there was a hyper yellow lab. To
Sam in the same way Black is (nice antagonis- my surprise, Casey loves the dog! He chases her
tic- not mean). And, he WAS so afraid of dogs - what a change. through the house and tolerates puppy kisses often!
He nips Sam when Sam gets too close and charges him just to show Casey is still an indoor only cat, but he has tons of fun inside the house.
him who’s boss. Poor Sam. He loves it when I hide and peek out at him, but his favorite is when
I build little caves/forts with blankets that he can hide in and peek out
Best wishes, Nancy at me from. As soon as I say “oh no, where’s my kitty kitty?”, he starts
purring really loud! I’ve attached some pictures of Casey having fun
Lacey around the house! I hope they bring you as much joy as he has brought
to our home!
Dear SCC, Sincerely, Cori
Attached is a photo of a female Border
Tiki
Collie, Lacey, who I adopted from you in
May of 2003 as a young 6 month old...
She’s now almost 9 years old and the
LOVE OF MY LIFE. Lacey is doing great... Dear SCC,
She is my best friend and agility partner, After a year of petlessness, I decided
still running strong in agility as a “middle- to adopt a rescue cat and met Tiki, an
aged woman”. 8 year-old Seal Point Siamese. He’s a
Thought you guys would enjoy a photo and update! lover and a snuggler, wants to talk about
everything - Tiki is a happy, kid-loving guy.
I love Lacey! Gayla Horizontal surfaces have a new meaning
and cause around here! Sit down, lay down
Chloe
or fall down and you will immediately have a cat
on you and wanting to discuss it! Tiki took about 2.5 minutes to take
to our space and claim it as his own. Now he’s a polite man, our Tiki,
Dear SCC, but we are more ‘his’ pets that Tiki is ours... It’s almost perfect. The
In November of 2011, I had been going litter box went flawlessly, brushing is easy, food, water and playing
through a rough time medically and have all been handled with ease. We have become a forever family.
my doctor suggested that having a pet Sincerely, Kate
might be beneficial to me. It took about
a month for the idea to take hold, and by
January of 2012 I knew that I was ready to
add a cat to my life. I’d never been around them
that much, so I did a lot of research of what to expect and how to
Roxy (formerly Serena)
prepare. My husband and I purchased the food bowls, the litter box, Dear SCC,
the scratching tower, the bed, grooming tools and the toys. We were Thanks for allowing me to live with my
ready…we just couldn’t find the cat! I knew what I was looking for, mom, Alicia, after she just moved here to
and I was willing to wait until I found her. Vancouver. I quickly adjusted to my new
surroundings with mom and when she
I began my search at the Humane Society, and then began searching works I hold down the house with my
online through Petfinder. I had seen Chloe’s photo and while other cats daily routine of bird watching, lounging on
were being adopted left and right, her profile stayed online. In March, the window sill and finding numerous things to
my husband and I finally called to get more information about her, and play with (like toilet paper…so much fun
when I heard her story I knew she was supposed to be mine. to unravel!)
In the two short weeks since I’ve had her, she has become my little At first mom tried calling me “Serena”, but I had such a sparkly attitude,
shadow. She sleeps by my side and talks to me throughout the day. she calls me Roxy. It really reflects all the energy I have.
She’ll jump into my lap wherever I’m sitting. If I’m lying down, she’ll
settle on my chest to ‘groom’ my face and hair! I really feel that she When the day is over, I like to take up a lot of the bed and sleep on
knew how much I needed her, and I’m lucky that we bonded so quickly. the covers when it’s cold. We have a great routine and she loves how
I can’t imagine life without her, and I’m so very thankful to Terry and sweet and friendly I am.
Second Chance Companions for being so patient with her and believ- Thanks for letting me come home with her.
ing that she would someday be adoptable. It took a while for us to be Love…Roxy
6Fall 2012
IT’S OUR 20 YEAR ANNIVERSARY.
We’re Celebrating
And You’re Invited!
Great Balls of Fur is Saturday, May 18, 2013 at the Heathman Lodge
in Vancouver, WA featuring our guest Emcee’s Helen Raptis, Host of
“AM Northwest” on KATU TV and David Schmitke, Host/Producer
of “At Your Service Saturday” on KEX Radio.
Second Chance Companions has rescued Our Great Balls of Fur theme is
thousands of animals over the last 20 years. MEOWgaritaville.
So bring out your tropical attire, flip flops,
Through our Spay and Neuter program,
and leis – ‘No shirts, No shoes, No problem’ –
we have altered thousands of pets. Since we to enter some fun-themed contests.
added our AniMeals program several years
6pm Silent Auction and Yappy Hour
ago, we have helped low income seniors feed 7pm Dinner
their pets thousands of pounds of pet food. 8pm Live Auction
Over the years, our volunteers have donated
9-11pm Dancing and Conga Line
to the Island music of Tropical Storm
thousands of hours of their time to care for
$50 per person or $450 for a table of 10
unwanted animals. Now it’s your turn to
Mail checks (made out to SCC) to:
help us continue this legacy and save more
Sandy Prue
animals for another 20 years. PO Box 1822, La Center WA 98629
EARLY PARROT SPECIAL Limited Offer
Prepay by Feb 28, 2013 and SAVE $$$$
$45.00 per person or $400.00 for a table of 10
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Address City State Zip
Email
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Fall 2012
SCC Board of Directors
Barbette Schoening Important Numbers
President
Animal Control Veterinarian Services
Terry Spangler Battle Ground 360-342-5100 Alder Creek Vet 360-687-3141
Vice President Camas/Washougal 360-335-0432 Animal Care Clinic 360-253-4241
Dawn Forlini Clark County 360-397-2488 Columbia River 360-694-3007
Vice President La Center 360-263-2745 Veterinary Specialists
Ridgefield 360-887-3556 Columbia Vet 360-694-9514
Debby Anderson
Secretary Yacolt 360-686-3922 East Mill Plain Vet 360-892-0032
East Padden Vet 360-892-1500
Susan Ritenburgh
Southwestern Washington 360-693-4747
SCC’s Mission
Treasurer
Humane Society
Founded in 1993, Second Chance Companions is a 501(c) 3 non-profit pet organization
dedicated to helping animals in SW Washington and the Portland Metro area.
We are a humane, no-kill organization staffed entirely by dedicated volunteers.
Although we do not run an independent shelter, we feed, care for, adopt out, and spay & neuter
as many animals as possible.
In addition, we educate the community and are always seeking volunteers and resources that
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