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MAS NEWS
Newsletter of the Menominee Animal Shelter
October 2020 / Volume 26 / Issue 4
Open House Fundraiser Buy-A-Bone and Perks for Pets
October 1st through the 24th, Team Schierl and The Store Gas
Stations will be holding their annual Buy-A-Bone program with
an additional Perks for Pets program. During this time, you can
go to The Store Gas Station and purchase a paper bone for either
$1, $5 or $10. The store will be displaying the purchased bones
all over the store. This year, let’s PLASTER the place with
bones!!
Additionally, if you pur-
chase a 24oz hot beverage (in
their cool new animal themed
cups), you can get a muffin for
only 59 cents!! All the
proceeds generated by these
two events from the Meno-
minee, Marinette and Peshtigo
stores will go to the Meno-
Jackie Michalski of Grooming by Jackie held minee Animal Shelter. So
an open house fundraiser to celebrate her one let’s enjoy a great warm
year anniversary in business. She donated the beverage, eat a muffin, buy a
proceeds to help the Shelter pets. Jackie also bone and support our local
donates her services to groom the dogs that animals all at the same time!
come to us in need of this service. THANK The dogs and cats at the shelter
YOU JACKIE for all you do. sure do appreciate your help!
Grover is a charming
Donations from Our Community & Youth and friendly six-year-
Thank you to Zeratsky Extreme for their continued support in old male. He is playful
helping us keep our air filters replaced on a regular basis. and likes a variety of
toys. He has an eye
issue, but it has been
Thank you once again to the NEW Coyote, Cat & Bear Hunters cloudy since he was a
Club. Every year they donate a pallet of food. Our dog numbers kitten and it doesn’t
are down right now, so this year they donated the money instead. Grover
seem to impair him.
THANK YOU for choosing to do it this way this year. With less
income from fundraisers, the money will help to meet the medical
needs of the dogs and cats along with paying all the other bills. Lucy is a sweet seven-
year-old female. She is
shy around strangers, so
needs extra time to
Shelter Hours adjust. She enjoys
Open to the public • Tuesday to Friday, Noon – 6 p.m. and attention but is a bit of a
Saturday, Noon – 5 p.m. • Closed Sunday and Monday couch potato. Lucy
Page 2 MAS News October 2020
Donations
In Memory of Our 2 and 4 Legged Friends Given By
Ladonna List Many Friends and Family
Wilda Ann Peterson Olson Darlene Williams
Wilda Ann Peterson Olson Lee Kujak
The Marilyn Krueger Family Marilyn Zaroff
Lee Mattson James & Shari Eide
Sadie Sahara (GSD) Scott Somers
Gary Lemery Debra Lemery
Scott Selby Timmie Riley
Jim England Timmie Riley
Gigi The Dog Nanny Group
Clyde Chiesa Ken & Linda O’Brien
Marion Bergstrom Timmie Riley
Jean & Walk Bjerregaard Mary & Lloyd Houle
Jean Boren Susan Barggren
Eleanor Raygo Steve Raygo
Butsy & Lucy Jim & JoAnn Fischer
Matilda Alice VanEyck
Tonee Bowsher Herman & Pat Pottratz
Her deceased pets: Sasha & Annie Tammy Williams
Libby & Rocke Grace Sue & Steve Larson
Sam the Cat Carol Symyneshen
Eunice Johnson Pickl Patty Schuring
Sasha & Annie Tammy Williams
Charles (Chuck) Nord Many Friends and Family
Donna Buechler Joe and Nancy Peacock
Charles (Chuck) Nord Many Friends and Family
Donna Buechler Joe and Nancy Peacock
Nick Kinzinger Viette Hornick
Suzie Marsha Marx-Bunting
In Honor of Our 2 and 4 Legged Friends Given By
Jerry & Kay Huebner’s 65th Anniversary Kathy & Richard Larson
Lilly the dog Frank Jones
All The Volunteers Gail Wright
Our 2 and 4 Legged Friends and
Charlie Brown’s 80th Birthday Buddy, Dundee & 8 Ball
Ron Thoney’s Birthday Marlene Thoney
Joey Kamin Kassi Hile
Sconnie “Frankie” Hackinson Ann Hackinson
Volunteer Cheryl Callaway-Kienitz Beth Kienitz
Anne LaFond John & Ann LaFond
Page 3 MAS News October 2020
Shelter Friends
In every newsletter, I try to include all the donations made in memory or honor of people or pets, and then there is a
paragraph saying Thank You to our regular donors. These donors are the ones who send in a donation just because.
Not in memory or honor of anybody. They don’t want a thank you letter, they just want to help. Some of our
regular donors send in on a monthly basis, some yearly, but usually on a steady basis. Most of the time it’s just
small amounts of money, but it all adds up.
As these regular donor names become familiar, they start to feel like friends. I may not have met these people and
wouldn’t recognize them if I saw them on the street. But when I see their name on the return address label it triggers
a memory of this friend, and I smile. One of these regular donors, Phyllis Wilson, passed away on March 12th and
when I saw the obituary, I felt like I had lost a friend. Phyllis had been a regular donor for 11 years and I will miss
seeing her envelope waiting for me in the post office box. Sometimes her donation came with a cheery message,
sometime not. But I always knew she was thinking of the pets and how she could help.
Another friend that I think fondly of is Lee Mattson. You may notice that her name appears regularly in our ‘In
Memory Of’ section. She was a regular donor and volunteer and when she passed away on February 19, 2013, her
daughter and son-in-law have honored her by contributing in her name on a regular basis. When I see this monthly
memorial, I remember Lee and I know that this memorial donation has kept Lee and her love of animals alive.
So when I say Thank You to our regular donors, please know that it’s not just a paragraph added without meaning. I
do recognize your donation and how you help us to provide a roof, electricity, personal care and medical attention to
all the animals who pass through our doors. I think of you as my friend and I smile when I see your name on the
envelope. And I hope that when you send in your regular donation, you know that you’re sending it to a friend that
recognizes how much you do to help our pets. Your name may never show up in the newsletter, but you are recog-
nized here at the Shelter as a friend and you are always remembered.
Nancy Holzberger, Shelter Manager
Chandler is an
adorable boy and is
The Shelter is Open
only four-months- The Shelter will be open during the regular hours, but we are
old. He’s a little shy limiting access to those who have an approved adoption
and reserved, but application. The application can be filled out on-line or stop in to
enjoys being held. Chandler
pick one up. After the application has been processed, serious
adopters can come in and meet with the animals. The application
Shelter Staff will be held on file for six months.
Manager: Nancy Holzberger
Veterinarian: Dr. Allison Keske
Animal Care Techs: Jennifer Bruce, Due to the COVID19 pandemic, all fundraisers other than the
Pat Erdman, Ruth Smith, Chantel rummage sale have been canceled. Updates will be given on the
Strzyzewski, Stacy VanStraten, Shelter page in Facebook, the Shelter website and in the
Dave Wolfe and Samantha newsletter as circumstances change.
Wroblewski.
Menominee Animal Shelter Note: Staff are at the Shelter every day. If you need something please
N184 Haggerson Court call, leave a message and your call will be returned as soon as
Menominee, MI 49858 possible. We would be happy to arrange a private or club tour of our
Phone: 906-864-PAWS (7297) facility. Also, we have members of our staff and volunteers that can
Email: animals@mashelter.org address your club or group.
Website: www.mashelter.org
Page 4 MAS News October 2020
Cornhole Tournament
Fundraiser
Thank you to all the participants who competed in the second
annual cornhole tournament at Lakeside Bar, Grill &
Lodging. This was held in memoriam of Ryker Plosczynski
whose passion for animals will not be forgotten. All the
proceeds from this event were given to us to help the
animals. Ryker’s memory will live on in the kindness of
people towards animals.
Annual Halloween Pet Parade and Bake Sale
Marinette Farm & Garden plans on holding their annual Halloween Pet Parade on October 17th. With the ever-
changing Covid situation, they are still working out the logistics of having it in person or if it will be a virtual event.
Please check out their website or facebook page for further details.
The Dog Nanny Group usually holds their annual Bake Sale
during the Pet Parade and they plan on hosting it again this
year. If the Pet Parade is held as a virtual event, the Bake Sale
will take place at the Menominee Animal Shelter Rummage
Sale, in the Shelter parking lot. Please contact Dog Nanny
Jody Coopmans at marinettedognanny@live.com if you would
be willing to help with baking or selling the day of the sale.
No Animals After Hours
Proceeds from both the Pet Parade and the Bake Sale will go
in the Deposit Box toward helping the animals at the Shelter.
or Parking Lot
Please bring animals into the Shelter to see
that they are safe by placing them in the
hands of our staff. We have no surrender fee. Facebook
Although we have cats on a waiting list for Look for us on Facebook@Menominee Animal Shelter, we
acceptance as space is available, we have feature updates on Shelter activities and pictures of our
never refused to take any animal. residents along with other information.
Page 5 MAS News October 2020
Mask Fundraiser
Thank you to Susan Bourgeois for all her hard work in sewing
masks as a fundraiser for the Shelter! Susan has sewn over 500
masks and raised close to $2,000 so far! The masks can be
purchased at the Shelter and these local businesses:
Pack N Ship – Menominee
Mighty Pet
Trends and Traditions
OSMS/Advanced Wellness and Physical Therapy
Millers Action Office Supply
Dr. William Bourgeois, Optometrist
Grooming by Jackie
Pet Evacuation Tips
Per the American Red Cross and the HSUS 5. Litter box with extra litter and a scoop.
As we encounter storms, flooding, fires and turmoil in 6. Sturdy leashes, harnesses and carriers to
many parts of the world, it is critical for individuals with transport pets safely.
pets to have a disaster plan in place. 7. Current photos of you with your pets and
descriptions of your animals.
Evacuating amid the COVID-19 pandemic, especially for
families with pets, requires planning to ensure health and 8. Comfort items, which may include a pet bed or
safety. If possible, identify family members and or friends a special toy, to reduce stress.
in a safe location who can provide you and your pets a 9. Written information about your pets feeding
place to shelter in the event you need to evacuate. Staying schedules, medical conditions and behavior
with a friend or family member in a safe location is issues along with the name and number of your
preferable to relying on an emergency shelter during this veterinarian. This information can also be kept
time because services may be limited and social distancing digitally.
will likely be harder to maintain. Other Useful items: Masks, hand sanitizer, paper towels,
Have a disaster kit ready in your home at all times. Some plastic trash bags, grooming items, bleach.
items that should be included:
1. Food and water for at least 5 days for each pet.
Also bring bowls and a manual can opener if you
The month of January 2021
are packing canned pet food. will be Even it Up for the Shelter
2. Medications for at least 5 days and all medical
records, including vaccination history. Keep these at Jack’s Fresh Market
stored in a waterproof container. You may also Menominee and Marinette locations.
consider storing them digitally on a flash drive or Customers will have the chance
online.
to round up to the next dollar
3. Make sure your pet is wearing a collar with tags
(or any denomination) when
for identification. Microchipping your pet is ideal
as collars can be easily removed. checking out. This amount will
4. Pack a first aid kit. then be donated to the Shelter.
Page 6 MAS News October 2020
How to Build a First Aid Kit Roll Gauze - used for bandaging, an aid to stop
bleeding, and padding for splints.
for Your Pet Vet Wrap - this is a conforming bandage wrap used
(from: The Spruce Pets) over a telfa pad or roll gauze that comes in many
colors and two sizes (2" and 4" - pick one that best
While there are many pre-made kits that may be
fits your pet). It clings to itself and is semi-
purchased for pets, building your own kit, or adding to a
watertight. Caution is advised to not wrap this too
pre-made one, might be the best way to have a kit
tight. It is best to unwrap it from the roll, then use it
customized for your pet's lifestyle and needs.
for the bandage with very light tension. It can be
There are, however, first aid items that are necessary for purchased at many feed stores (horse section) and
any kit, listed below. some veterinary clinics.
Items to Include in Your First Aid Kit Telfa pads - non-stick dressings for bandaging a
Scissors - for cutting out things matted in fur, freeing wound.
your pet from entanglements. Bandage Scissors - these scissors have a blunted
blade to easily slip between skin and bandage
Sterile eyewash - make sure it is eyewash, not contact material and not cut the patient's skin.
lens solution.
Antiseptic wash or wipes - look for non-stinging
Tweezers - to remove splinters or other foreign materials preparations such as chlorhexidine or betadine.
from wounds. Rubbing alcohol is not good for open sores or
Tick remover tool - if you are in a tick-infested area, wounds.
consider one of many tools to easily remove ticks and
reduce additional damage or infection during removal.
Ear wash - speak to your vet about what one would be
best for your pet.
Toenail trimmer and styptic pencil - for torn toenails.
Cornstarch also works for torn nails, but not for skin
wounds.
Thank You
QuikClot or similar - to stop bleeding (wounds).
Thank you to Jenny Hayes for her generous
Tape - preferably the 1" white medical tape. Easy to tear
donation of so many items given in honor of her
off and holds well.
adopted dog Hudson!
Roll Gauze - used for bandaging, an aid to
stop bleeding, and padding for splints.
Vet Wrap - this is a conforming bandage
wrap used over a telfa pad or roll Shelter
gauze Annual Rummage Sale
that comes in many colorsThe and two sizes (2"
Menominee Animal Shelter will be holding its Annual Rummage Sale on
and 4" - pick one that bestOctober fits your17thpet).
. We It know it’s kind of late in the year, but we received so many
clings to itself and is semi-watertight.
great donations, we just have to share! Unfortunately, due to storage space and
Caution is advised to not wrap thison
limitations toohowtight.
many people can be in one place sorting, we will not be able to
It is best to unwrap it from the roll, then use for this sale. We will sell what we have accumulated
accept any more donations
it for the bandage with very thus far. tension. It
light
cansale
The bewill
purchased at Menominee
be held in the many feedAnimal storesShelter parking lot on October 17th from 8:30 am till 3:00 pm.
(horsenosection)
Please, early birdsand some
as we have toveterinary
set everythingclinics.
up that morning and we’ll need the earlier part of the morning to
Telfa pads
accomplish that.- non-stick dressings for
bandaging
Please note thataatwound.
this time, the Shelter is only open to approved adopters. If you feel you may be interested in
looking
Bandage at a potential
Scissors new -family
thesemember on thehave
scissors same day,
a make sure you fill out an application and submit it to us
prior to that date.
blunted blade to easily slip between skin
and bandage material and not cut the
patient's skin.
Antiseptic wash or wipes - look for non-
stinging preparations such as chlorhexidine
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October 2020
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