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STATEN ISLAND COUNCIL FOR
ANIMAL WELFARE, INC.
P.O. Box 120125, Staten Island NY 10312-0125
www.sicawsaves.org
sicaw1972@yahoo.com
718-948-5623
“Share In Caring for Animal Waifs”
Summer/Fall 2020
Published Quarterly
Dear Friends,
Hello everyone. It’s good to be able to reach out to our members once again. We hope you and your
loved ones are well and that the coming months will bring a sense of normalcy and peace.
The global pandemic has impacted every aspect of our lives and caused untold suffering and hardship.
We are proud and heartened to know that our citizens have met the many challenges with good humor
and resilience. Our sincere appreciation goes to all those on the frontlines who report to work each day,
and selflessly risk their own lives to care for and protect us. We look ahead with renewed strength and a
shared commitment to help keep our community healthy and safe.
We are pleased to report that the pets in our care are flourishing in their foster homes. One positive result
of social distancing has been that many found loving homes as people realized they would feel less
isolated with a pet for companionship and comfort. If you are interested in adopting a new friend, please
visit our website and make an appointment to see the feline of your choice in his/her foster home. You
can also check out our cats for adoption daily at PetSmart, and on Sundays at Petco in Tottenville where
we have resumed showing cats and kittens on Sundays from 10 am to 2 pm.
We continue to be in desperate need of foster homes, particularly because the City sponsored spay/neuter
clinics have been suspended during the pandemic and vet offices have only limited days set aside for
TNR cats. As a result, kittens are being born in record numbers. So, please open your heart and home to
one of our rescues. A soft bed, some warm hugs and steady nutrition are all these lonely waifs need to
thrive. We will provide the supplies if you supply the love.
No one knows what the winter months will bring, so we have decided, for the safety of all, to cancel this
year’s Holiday Fair. But, we remain hopeful and look forward to being able to come together again soon.
Meanwhile, on behalf of everyone at SICAW, know that our thoughts are with you and your families
during this challenging time. With warm regards,
Clo Garguilo
Staten Island Council for Animal Welfare, Inc. A Non-Profit/Tax Exempt Organization Founded in 1972
LOW COST SPAY/ NEUTER CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
ADMINISTERED BY THE STATEN ISLAND COUNCIL FOR ANIMAL WELFARE, INC.
PAY LESS THAN HALF the price normally charged. Participating Veterinarians:
Please, do not allow your pet or the strays you feed to
reproduce. Millions of innocent pets are put to death Island Bird, Cat & Dog Vet Group, 375 Manor Rd. (718) 370-9472
each year. Their crime: simply being born. Cost of Northside Animal Hospital, 773 Post Ave. (718) 981-4445
certificate includes surgery and anesthesia. Vaccinations (no feral cats)
and/or medications are NOT included. Some vets also Staten Island Vet Group, 3875 Victory Blvd. (718) 370-0390
charge for office visits. There is an additional charge for
dogs over 50lbs, for pregnant animals, for animals in heat,
and for animals with medical complications. Certificates NOTE: Some veterinarians do not accept
are good for sixty (60) days. They are non-refundable. It
takes 2 weeks to get certificate. Certificate should not be certificates for purebred animals. Check with
sent for until animal is 4 months old. For further
information call 718-356-2334. your veterinarian prior to ordering a
PLEASE CALL VETERINARIANS FOR ANY EXTRA certificate.
CHARGES. PLEASE DO NOT MAKE APPOINTMENT
UNTIL YOU RECEIVE THE CERTIFICATE(S).
ORDER YOUR CERTIFICATES TODAY — PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE
Name:______________________________________ Phone:_________________________
Address:_____________________________________________________________________
Email:________________________________________________________________________
Please send me the following low-cost spay/neuter certificate(s):
______ Female Cat $45.00 _______Male Cat $35.00
______Female Dog $55.00 _______Male Dog $45.00
Please enclose a money order, payable to SICAW and mail to:
SICAW, P.O. BOX 120125, Staten Island, NY 10312-0125
YOUR STAMPED, SELF-ADDRESSED ENVELOPE WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED!!!!!
BORN TO DIE??
Nearly 20,000,000 cats and dogs are put to death each year because there are not
enough homes for them all. Sadly, many pets are abandoned to an uncertain fate when
their owners lose their homes. Responsible pet lovers can help stop this tragic loss of
life by spaying or neutering their pets. As anyone who is feeding multiple strays
knows, it would be far cheaper to neuter once than to feed the generations that are sure
to follow. The time has come for us to wage an all-out war against uncontrolled
animal overpopulation on Staten Island. We have started a spay/neuter fund. Let’s
break the vicious cycle of unwanted births, unspeakable suffering, and the ultimate
destruction of innumerable innocent animals whose only crime was to be born into a
world in which there was no place for them.
A Spay Today Will Prevent a Stray Tomorrow
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_____________YES! I would like to contribute to SICAW’S Spay/Neuter Fund.
Name:___________________________________________________________________
Address:_________________________________________________________________
City:____________________________State:_____________Zip:___________________
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Special Thanks to . . . Letters from Friends:
The following members and friends for their generous Thanks to everyone at SICAW for their help in finding
donations: homes for “Shadow” and “Patches.” We are thrilled to
Mary Ruffo Scott Burns have “Bella” as a permanent member of our family. We
Mary Young Sandra Schroeder wish you all the best and thank you for the wonderful
Patricia Quaranta Frances Longworth work you do to help animals.
Margaret Turner Mitchell Karig Laurie & Dennis Arculeo
Elizabeth Cruz JoAnne & Louis Nolemi
Notre Dame Academy Girl Scout Troop 5529 Thank you for helping us with “Val.” We will miss him
but know that you will find a forever home for him where
Maureen Harmon and Pat Malaspina for donating food he will thrive and be happy. Please thank Michael and
Ann Larsen and Andrew Grandner for donating food and Michele Schiff for their patience and kindness.
litter Diane & Robert Edelman
Marjorie Milne Larsen, Kristen Gilroy, Jennifer Jensen, I want to thank you, Clo, for helping me with the rescue
Tess Criscione, Melissa Guglielmino, Grace Cafaro, Ron of a mother and kittens – and for all the good work you
Salinger, Kathi O’Neill, Lisa Barone Laskowski and do for animals in need!
Pamela Roberts Vergoglino for requesting donations be Rita Giannettino
made to SICAW in lieu of birthday gifts
Thank you for arranging to have Tracy trap, spay and
Jim Ostrowski and our hard working mailing volunteers neuter several kittens in my friend’s backyard. My friend
who came together, with masks, gloves and sanitizer, to was feeding them but unable to trap them herself. God
get this newsletter out to our members -- a task made Bless both Clo and Tracy for making this rescue possible.
even more difficult staying six feet apart Rose Ippolito
Our dedicated PetSmart volunteers who quickly Last December SICAW volunteers rescued a mother and
responded to the Covid crisis by evacuating the cats several kittens that were born in our neighbor’s backyard.
from the Adoption Center and taking them to their The kittens were adopted, but we were asked to foster the
homes, where they are safe and enjoying lots of TLC mother for two weeks because of a bacteria. “Angel” was
feral and it seemed impossible for her to adapt, so we
In Honor of . . . released her in our backyard. Then one day we noticed
her leg had become infected, and it turned out that she
Gracie Brown had been bitten. Angel was taken to the vet, and we then
James Amendolaro took her back inside where she is slowly getting used to
being in a home. We want to express our sincere
Lee and Lisa Stephens appreciation to Matt Cichminski and Mike Schiff for all
Kathryn Whitford they did to assist in helping Angel adjust to her new life
indoors. We cannot thank them enough for always being
Our newly adopted cat “Toby’ who was rescued by our there for us…always giving us advice…always listening
friend Cynthia Mailman to our pleas for help. They are to be commended for their
Adeena Besdin & Frederic Spione love of animals!
Barbara & Richard Bartels
Congratulations to . . .
Thanks again, Clo, for all your help and guidance. It’s
Daniel Competiello and Samantha Bukowski on their been invaluable!
marriage on August 6th Madeline Modica
Get Well Wishes to . . . Your kindness during a very rough time for our family is
greatly appreciated. “Kaiba” was so special to us an will
Rebecca Dubin always be carried in our hearts. We are forever grateful to
Regina Maresca SICAW for all of our adopted babies.
Angela & Paul Loverro
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We had a quarantine party for Linda’s 60th Our family felt it was time to open the door to a
birthday. Everyone had a blast – but JoJo and new pet and were referred to SICAW by a friend.
Michael were all tuckered out by the end of it! We came upon Mouthy and Jonathan on Petfinder
Jeanette, Luke & Linda and set up introductions. It was love at first sight.
Now called Mouth and Johnny, the boys were
roaming their new home in less than a week and
have settled in nicely. They get along wonderfully
with their new brothers. Mouth loves to play ball,
kind of like a dog, and Johnny is just a mush. They
have the best personalities. We are so happy to have
been able to add them to our home. Thank you
Cooper and Camry have ‘purr’fectly settled in and SICAW!
own the place. When they’re not chasing or Jennifer Anderson & Family
pouncing on each other, they follow me all over the
house. I have to shuffle my feet because Cooper
likes to walk in between my legs. Camry likes
watching the birds from the window and loves
snuggles. Two little love bugs!
Ellen Hebaj
Salem (formerly Pepper), Sabrina and Kelly are
finally settling in together. Of course, there are still
times that the fur flies, but it's really just bursts of
energy. Nothing vicious. Salem is the most sedate
and sweet. Kelly is the "Energizer Bunny," but is
also the one who ends up in my lap every night.
Sabrina is just too cute. Now I can't imagine being
Tulip has found a great home and we are lucky to without these three beauties!
have her! Here she is with her favorite person, our Rosanne Rizzo
daughter Ma'ayan. We were very impressed with
your organization and how you look out for the
kitties and really take everything into account. We
chose to keep her name but call her "Lip" for short.
The Feldman Family
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Kiki is doing great. We recently moved to a bigger Greetings from Felix and Jerry! Every time we look
apartment with loads of space to run around, climb at them we still can't believe that they're ours. They
and play. She loves it! She’s also become quite the play hard, sleep like champions and there almost
lap cat the last few months. We play every day, but isn't a moment when they’re not by each other's
she loves to nap on Alex and snuggle up with us to side. Jerry likes to wrestle and is addicted to his
sleep. grooming gloves. Felix gets very aggressive with
Sarah & Alex his toys. They always get "the zoomies" after a
meal, which often ends in lounging together and
someone licking someone else's head. They are
always happy, and their meows are heart melting.
They are everything we wanted, and then some!
Many thanks to Clo, Laura and Barbara for their
patience and guidance!
Lisa & Michael Ferber
My dog Rosie sure makes the most of every waking
moment -- never lets me forget she's there! She's
even delectable when she sleeps, rolling onto her
back as if waiting for belly kisses. Rescued a year
and a half ago, at thirteen plus, she shows no signs
of aging.
Annamay Olsen
Gracie is doing great. I think she decided she is my
best friend…as long as I don’t try to pick her up or
pet her for too long. She now sleeps right next to
me at night and likes to hang out in “our" bedroom.
We have settled into a morning routine: First thing,
she has to have the window blind pulled up so she
can look out the window and check on the world.
Then I go to get a cup of coffee which I bring back
to bed while I go through my emails and check on
the news on my ipad -- while Gracie joins me and
plays on “her” ipad. Then she likes to have a game
of "red dot" (the laser light) or “feathers." When I
FiFi (formerly known as Clementine) is adjusting to tell her about an adorable cat I saw at the Adoption
her new life and slowly coming out of her shell. Center that would make a good sibling for her, she
She's extremely well behaved, eats her wet food in just looks at me with a "oh no…this is my house"
the kitchen now, and even started using the litter look on her face.
box downstairs. And she loves her window seat! Lori Armstrong
She's affectionate and sweet as can be.
Rosemarie
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Hi, everyone! Just want to let you know we are When I agreed to foster Robby I was concerned
enjoying our new life in Ireland. We were sad at about how my little Pekinese would feel about a
first to leave all our friends in Staten Island and feline intruder in the house. Turned out I didn’t
Brooklyn, but everyone is so nice here and we’re have to worry. Robby and Bonbon quickly became
being treated like Queens and Kings. We love to sit best buddies, playing together, sharing meals,
at the window watching the birds and the beautiful grooming each other and sleeping side by side on
scenery. Thank you for finding us such a great the couch. Giving up Robby was not an option –
home all those years ago! and my fostering days were over before they even
Simba (formerly Rosario), Sheba, Benny & Cnag began! Now, seven years later, they are still a
totally bonded pair. Bonbon is blind and deaf so
Robby watches out for her and is her protector.
Elaine Cohen
What a difference a year makes! My goofy puppy is
now a big, handsome boy who loves to watch TV
and who looks after me and his brother Chico. The
little guy still likes to tease him, but Zeus is such a
gentle giant he tolerates it all in good humor. He’s a
loving and affectionate boy, highly intelligent and
protective of his family. He’s a great addition to our
Zoey is a dear, so sweet and loving. We renamed
home. Even the cat loves him!
her “Bunty, after a character on “Father Brown" —
Laura M.
both are high spirited, big gals. She is just what we
wanted, a beautiful and affectionate lap cat.
Dan & David Wood
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Initially, Ariel (now Gemma) was shy and timid.
She loved to eat and drink, but otherwise would Don’t Let The Cat Out
hide. After a week she finally made herself
completely at home. She has really come out of her It’s a fact that an inside cat lives a longer,
shell and has become a vibrant energy in the home.
healthier life than the puss who puts paws to
Suffice to say, she’s spoiled rotten.
Michael F. pavement. An indoor cat never faces the
dozens of dangers waiting outside your front
door -- like cars, exposure to disease and
parasites, sickness or death from eating
spoiled food or poison, and other cats ready
to fight for love or territory.
It’s also a fact that outdoor cats need to see
the veterinarian a lot more often -- and that
means higher vet bills. Fleas, ticks, worms,
abscesses, cuts, diarrhea, and weight loss are
all signs of trouble, and are most often seen
in outdoor cats.
A cat allowed to go outside can easily get
lost and may have difficulty finding its way
Danny and Ed (now called Sam and Callen) are
getting bigger every day. They are such good boys. back home. There is nothing more
They get along well with their little “cousin" Josie, heartbreaking than wondering if your
my eight year old Pom/Chihuahua mix. missing pet is alive or dead, being fed and
John C. cared for -- or starving and suffering on the
streets.
Cats raised indoors are perfectly content
with their world. Those who have
experienced the outdoors usually need some
time to get used to their new life, but
eventually will learn to relax and enjoy the
comforts of home!
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Cats can be seen at PetSmart, 1525 Forest Ave. Kittens can be seen at Cat adoptions: 718-948-5623
Petco, 165 Bricktown Way on Sundays from 10 am to 2 pm, or by All cats are fully vaccinated, spayed/neutered (if old enough) and
appointment in their foster homes. negative for FIV / FELV.
Gracie & Bowtuxie had Charlotte is one SUPER
a rough start in life. Both friendly and affectionate
had severe eye issues. kitty! She loves attention
Bowtuxie's eye couldn't and is not shy about
be saved, but Gracie was meeting new people.
slightly luckier -- after a Charlotte is an active
long and intensive stay kitty who will playfully
at the vet, she has only chase toys, fingers and
minor scarring on one of toes -- then stretch out on
her eyes. The illnesses her back so you can
did not dampen this scratch her belly and
duo's high spirits. They tickle under her chin. If
are playful and active,
very affectionate and
Gracie & you’re looking for a cat
that acts more like a dog, Charlotte
loving lap cats. Bowtuxie Charlotte is your girl!
Diesel is a handsome Joy and Faith were
tuxedo boy who was victims of Covid-19.
rescued from a car Adopted together as
engine. He's a very kittens, they were
sociable kitty who likes abandoned when the virus
to be with people and struck. They are both
other cats. On his own curious and playful and
he will amuse himself get along with other cats.
with his toys or relax at Our goal is to keep these
the window watching the
birds. Diesel would be a Diesel bonded sisters together to
minimize the trauma they
Joy &
good fit for any loving have experienced.
home.
Faith
Can we be Frank? This Gracie is a sweet, gentle
is one cute lover boy! senior who will greet you
We've made a list of all at the door when you
the things Frankie loves: come home. She enjoys
humans, cats, toys, treats being near her human, but
(definitely) -- and most also likes her own space,
of all, attention! With his so she will let you know
great personality and when she wants to be pet.
exceptional good looks, Cat treats, especially
this handsome guy will catnip ones, have her
quickly find a place in
your heart -- as well as Frank running to you! Gracie is
a very special girl and Gracie
one on your couch! would do well in a calm,
quiet household.
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Cats can be seen at PetSmart, 1525 Forest Ave. Kittens can be seen Cat adoptions: 718-948-5623
at Petco, 165 Bricktown Way on Sundays from 10 am to 2 pm, or by All cats are fully vaccinated, spayed/neutered (if old enough) and
appointment in their foster homes. negative for FIV / FELV.
Deana and Desi were Lucy, Freddy, Zach &
found undernourished Ed are adorable kittens
and in need of medical who do what kittens do
attention. With vet care best -- pounce, play and
and lots of TLC, they eat! Ed is the biggest of
have blossomed into
beautiful, healthy
the bunch and the most
energetic. Zach is the
Lucy
kittens. They love to
romp and play, then
calm one and likes to be
held like a baby. Freddy
Freddy
settle down for a cozy
afternoon nap. These Deana is an overall good guy
with a great personality.
Zach
precious tabby sisters
are very bonded -- it & Sister Lucy (the “diva”)
enjoys being stroked and
&
would be great if they
could be adopted Desi brushed as she watches
her brothers wrestle.
Ed
together.
Joanie is a gorgeous Meet Mallory and Alex,
white kitty with a few a delightful brother and
splashes of black sister duo. Alex is a
accents. Her interests black and white tuxie
include back massages with a silly personality!
and snuggling on the He’s a rare and lucky
sofa beside her special polydactyl, and a total
person. Joanie is a love bug! Solid black
calm, well behaved girl Mallory is shy and likes
who would be a loving to stay to close to her Mallory
companion to relax brother. Their favorite
with at the end of a pastime is lazing around &
busy day. Joanie in their hammock.
Alex
Val is a handsome boy Ozzy showed up at a cat
with a thick solid gray lover’s home with a
coat! His looks may be severely injured eye,
intimidating at first, but which has since healed.
this fellow a just a big He’s now living the
mush! He’s a gentle good life with his foster
soul who’s perfectly mom, but ready to go
content to play with his solo with a family of his
toys or sun himself at
the window. He loves Val own. Ozzy enjoys being
with people and will
to be stroked from head
to tail and have his
greet you with robust
head butts and loud
Ozzy
luxurious coat brushed meows, especially when
every day so he can you’re carrying his
look his best. dinner!
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Cats can be seen at PetSmart, 1525 Forest Ave. Kittens can be seen at Cat adoptions: 718-948-5623
Petco, 165 Bricktown Way on Sundays from 10 am to 2 pm, or by All cats are fully vaccinated, spayed/neutered (if old enough) and
appointment in their foster homes. negative for FIV / FELV.
Looking at these clean, Artie and Zachary
beautiful kittens, you'd were rescued as tiny
never know they were kittens and adopted
found in a dirt pile in together into a good
the back of an home. Sadly, several
abandoned house! Four tragedies have affected
baths and some healthy the family recently,
meals later, they're and the boys are now
ready for the good life in need of a new home
indoors with families where they can feel
that will cherish them. safe, secure and loved
Nala, Maddie, Ariel once again. Artie and
and Flounder have Zach are sweet, calm,
great personalities. well behaved kitties.
Like all kittens, they They like to be held
are full of fun, playful and really enjoy the
and curious. It's a joy comfort in being part
to watch them discover of a family. Adopt this
the world around them, duo and you'll have
amazed at everything two best friends for
they see! life!
Holly and Polly were Meet Mango and
part of a litter of four Kiwi, gorgeous black
kittens that were born siblings. Mango is
in a backyard. One of very outgoing and
the babies did not sociable. He loves to
survive, and another be pampered and have
was adopted by the his silky coat brushed.
homeowner. Now the Sister Kiwi is a little
girls are looking for smaller and has the
homes of their own. cutest white patch on
Both are clever, active her chest. She’s a
kitties. Holly is the sweet cuddler who
frisky one, while Polly likes to play with her
tends to be laid back toys, especially shiny
and cautious. They ones that crinkle!
love to chase and When they were
wrestle with each rescued, we quickly
other, but also enjoy saw their potential and
being with other cats. knew they would
Together, they make a make great family
winning pair! pets.
10In memory of “Freddy” Dear Sasha –
Freddy showed up in our backyard in the summer Sasha, you left us all too soon. You were only eight
of 2007. I’ve had cats show up in my yard over the and should have had many more happy years with
years, but they were always feral, so we spayed or me, Dakota, and the rest of your fur family. Sashie, I
neutered them and back out they went. Freddy was miss your not coming around at feeding times,
different. When my husband first had contact with rubbing against my leg and waiting for the food
him, he told me “there’s a new cat in the yard, I can dishes to be put down. You always hoped I would
pet him.” I didn’t believe him…I had never drop a little morsel on the floor so you could pounce
experienced a cat showing up outside that was on it before the others got any. At times you would
totally friendly, especially that he wasn’t a young “love bite” me if I wasn’t fast enough putting out the
kitten, he was about 6-7 months old. Finally, I was food. I miss seeing your little face walking around,
at home when he showed up a different day. This coming over to me for pets when you were in the
time, my husband called me and said “he’s on my mood. Sasha, I wish we had those many more years
lap.” I ran downstairs and, sure enough, there he together, but it wasn’t to be. At least you were
was, lying in his lap. After the usual call to Clo for healthy until a couple of days before the end. When
taking in a new cat, off to the vet he went. After the you didn’t come out for your wet food that Thursday,
full workup and neutering, we brought him back I hoped all that was wrong was an upset stomach.
home to foster. Well, Freddy became our first But by Friday morning I knew something was terribly
“failed foster,” because he never left us. In wrong. The vet said your heart was giving out and
November of 2018, we noticed that Freddy had you were having trouble breathing. Sash, I couldn’t
some issues: he lost noticeable weight, was let you suffer. However hard it was, I knew what I
drinking and urinating a lot, and was ravenous (it had to do. Sasha, one day we will be together again
seemed like he could eat all day). Diagnosis: and I will give you a big hug. Until then I wish you
Diabetes. What a trooper he was since then, insulin many legs to rub against, and many food morsels to
shots twice a day, no issues, ever! Fast forward to gobble up. Just don’t bite anybody! Be at peace with
May 2020, right in the middle of eating his dinner, Sara Lee, Hunter, Tia, Drucilla, Pandora, Bonnie,
he just collapsed. Just like that. One second eating, Tinker Bell, Cookie, Joey Vito, Pixie, Katie, Corkey,
the next second on the floor, his back legs weren’t Mia, Ivan, Wendy, Edwina, Gretchen, Christine,
working, he looked glassy-eyed, and was having Loki, Pamela, Valentine, Lisa, Penny, Nellie, Amber,
trouble breathing. After a call to my vet (who said, Randi, Happy, Ethan, Buttons, Trinket, Cricket,
“this isn’t good at all…get him to the closest vet Cordero, Rebecca, Sabrina, Ginger, Lia, Timmy,
immediately”) he was rushed to the emergency vet, Sydney, Baboo, Gabrielle, EmoElmo, Pia, Tippy,
and he never made it back home. Freddy had been Preston, Sammy, Merlin, Blackie, Ashley, Abby,
to the vet in late April for a normal checkup and Taffy, Sampson, Dale, Stacey, Audrey, Hank, Goldie,
blood work, and all was good. Fast forward to mid- Heather, Justine, Nutmeg, Georgie Girl, Midnight,
May, and the diagnosis for his collapse was Saddle Sweetie, Ronnie, Tiffany, Osiris, Bratz, Avery,
Rhombus (a blood clot had broken off a larger Jordan, Bailey, Gabriel, Prancer and Skylar
blood clot that was in his heart, and it traveled to Love,
his back legs), which stemmed from Hypertrophic Barbara Dieckmann
Cardiomyopathy, a silent heart disease with no
good treatment. He deteriorated quickly overnight,
the clot had traveled to his front legs, the
cardiologist said that his prognosis was extremely
poor, and that he would never regain the use of his
legs. We said goodbye to Freddy (his limbs feeling
cool to the touch) that morning. Mommy & Daddy
will miss you and never forget you…love you
always. Run free and play at Rainbow Bridge,
Freddy.
Laura & Mike Iannolino
11In loving memory of “Nikko” who gave us 13 years of In loving memory of “Baby Girl,” beloved dog of Linda Conlon
unconditional love and joy. He is dearly missed and forever in Jackie & Hank Eill
our hearts.
Bob & KC In loving memory of “Baby Girl,” beloved pet of Linda Conlon
SICAW Board of Governors
In loving memory of “Mario,” beloved cat of Lauren Orleman
SICAW Board of Governors In loving memory of “Joe Dog,” beloved pet of Lori Gray
SICAW Board of Governors
In loving memory of “Cody,” beloved dog of the Velluzzi
Family In loving memory of “Bailey,” my niece Rebecca’s dog, a senior
Jean Callahan Scarcella rescue who recently passed away
Sue Lamberti
In loving memory of my beloved cats, “Peggy” and “Sandy”
Mary Innamorato In memory of “Belle,” “Tristan,” “Mike” and “Cody,” faithful
companions and beloved family members. We will never forget
In memory of our beloved cat, “Tiger Lily,” who passed away them.
on 9/3/15 Teri & Roy
Doris Stapleton
In loving memory of “Rex,” beloved Pug of Halina and Ziggy
Wasiulewski You no longer greet me as I
Jean Callahan Scarcella
walk through the door, you’re
In memory of our beloved dog “Kano” (5/10/10 - 2/4/20)
You came into our life not quite ten years ago at a most not there to make me laugh
tumultuous time for our family. From that day forward you
brought us so much love, laughs and endless happiness.
Thank you! We are so grateful and blessed for all you have
anymore.
done for us. You will be forever missed, cherished and loved
always!
Life seems quiet without you,
David & Elizabeth DeParis
you were far more than a pet,
you were a family member, a
In memory of “Paulie,” beloved feline family member of the
staff at Four Corners Vet and friend to everyone who entered
their office. Paulie, you loved so much, and were so loved in
return. You are greatly missed and your compassion will friend, a loving soul I will
never be forgotten. I have no doubt you are the greeter and
comforter at the Rainbow Bridge. God rest your sweet soul. never forget.
Scott Burns
In loving memory of “Knoppix.” He was a gentle, peaceful,
It will take time to heal, for
affectionate and adoring cat. He is dearly missed and forever
in our hearts. Rest in Peace, sweet Knoppix.
the silence to go away. I still
Harvey & Nina Schwartz
listen for you, and miss you
His heartbroken sister “Lilly” says: “I will miss my big
brother Knoppix. He was the most playful pal. He always every day.
shared space with me, never chased me away. He would
never force me out of his sleep basket if I got there first. He You were a great companion,
never pushed me away from food. Knoppy treated me
patiently and with respect. I loved him with all my heart. We
were great companions to each other, but more importantly,
constant, loyal and true.
we were the best of friends. I will meow for him forever.” My heart will always wear the
paw prints left by you!
12In loving memory of our cousin, Donna Wisnieski
Friends in the Great Beyond
Susan, Carol, Steven and Families
Do not weep for me when I am gone, In memory of Donna Wisnieski, beloved sister of Linda
For I have friends in the great beyond. Wisnieski, whose kind and gentle presence will be missed by all
All the little ones I used to feed, who knew her
Will come to me in my time of need. Annette Tardy
They will purr and bark in great delight,
In loving memory of Donna Wisnieski. She was a true animal
And I will hold and hug them tight. lover and a good friend to SICAW. She will be greatly missed.
Oh what a great day that will be SICAW Board of Governors
When my furry friends all welcome me.
Richard Servero In loving memory of my dear friend, Mildred Wells, who loved
animals
Evelyn Henry
In loving memory Karen LoBaido
Mr. & Mrs. Vincent Curreri
Bequest & Estate Planning
In loving memory of Karen LoBaido
Lee Vaccaro Your love for animals can become a lasting
legacy when you remember SICAW in your
In loving memory of Karen LoBaido
John Cordano estate planning. Your gift will have a great
impact on the lives of animals for many years
In loving memory of Angela Siuzdak
Jean Callahan Scarcella to come.
In loving memory of our father, Michael Contard
Bob & KC Did you know that pension funds and
retirement accounts left to individuals other
In loving memory of Joanne Romano
Stephen Stein than a spouse are taxed especially heavily
through your estate? They are subject to
In memory of my beloved wife, Rosita Bilotti
Vincent Bilotti both estate and income tax, often eroding up
to 80% of the funds and leaving very little for
In loving memory of Alva Schulz
Anonymous your family.
In loving memory of Kevin Coyne
Elizabeth Smyth A good way to avoid this is to assign such
accounts to a charitable organization,
In memory of Thomas Joseph Young, beloved brother of
Mary Falcone
effective upon your death. The charity pays
SICAW Board of Governors no taxes and will have use of all of the money
In memory of Maureen Anagnostis, beloved wife of Harry
to carry on its good work.
Anagnostis
SICAW Board of Governors
Consult with your attorney or tax advisor to
In loving memory of Maureen Anagnostis who was a great learn more about this simple tax saving
friend to animals. She will be greatly missed.
Barbara Schnur
strategy.
In loving memory of James Whitford
Kathryn Whitford
13How can your everyday purchases help
Staten Island Council For Animal Welfare?
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to help?" Now you can. Start shopping! At www.iGive.com/SICAW,
you can buy the items you need from stores you trust —everything
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electronics, and even lingerie! It’s FREE and blissfully simple. Just
shop for everyday items at over 700 stores in the iGive network,
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Marlene Pet Sitting Volunteers needed….
To help us care for our cats at the
In your home . . . PetSmart Adoption Center on Forest Ave.
(917) 838-5163 What’s involved? Feeding, cleaning and
playing with the kitties! We’re looking for
people who love cats and are able to make
a commitment for a regular weekly shift,
which usually takes about an hour. We
will provide all materials and training.
Those under 18 years of age must be
accompanied by a parent or adult. It’s a
great opportunity to earn community
credit! Contact us to find out more.
14New Members
Loretta Bevilacqua Benefit Sale
Phyllis Collins Saturday & Sunday
Diane Diorio
Nicole Fenton
(September 12th & 13th)
10 am – 4 pm
Pet Sitting by Linda
Nancy Hally
Tim Hally
11 Cheshire Place
(between Clove & Victory)
(in your home)
Mary Hansen featuring
Marion Hodgman “Lili’s Beautiful Hand Knit
(718) 667-1808 / (917) 881-8104
Adrienne Liander
Peter Liander
Creations” Reasonable-Reliable-References
Michael Porzio
All proceeds donated to SICAW
Mary Ellen Tarangelo
to help our animal friends!
Staten Island Council for Animal Welfare
Name:_____________________________________________________________________________
Address:___________________________________________________________________________
City:____________________________________ State:____________ Zip:___________________
Phone#_______________________________Email:_______________________________________
[ ]$10.00 [ ]$25.00 [ ]$50.00 [ ]$100.00 [ ] Other $_________________
[ ] MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL [ ] NEW MEMBER [ ] DONATION ONLY
I would like to lend a hand with:
[ ] Providing Foster Care in my home [ ] Volunteering at PetSmart [ ] Newsletter Mailings
[ ] Transporting Animals [ ] Fundraising [ ] Other_______________
Contributions are tax-deductible. Please make your check payable to SICAW and mail to:
Staten Island Council for Animal Welfare, Inc. P.O. Box 120125, Staten Island, NY 10312-0125
15STATEN ISLAND COUNCIL NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION
FOR ANIMAL WELFARE, INC. U.S. POSTAGE PAID
POST OFFICE BOX 120125 STATEN ISLAND, N.Y.10314
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. 10312-0125
PERMIT NO. 268
A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION
FOUNDED IN 1972
WWW.SICAWSAVES.ORG
STATEN ISLAND COUNCIL FOR
ANIMAL WELFARE, INC. Mark Your Calendars
A Non-Profit/Tax Exempt Organization founded
in 1972 and dedicated to the rescue, care and
placement of stray and abandoned animals; and to Neuter/Spay
furthering the public’s education about proper pet Don’t Let Them Stray
care, the problems of pet overpopulation and the
importance of spaying and neutering.
Please support our Spay/Neuter Fund
Board of Governors:
Clo Garguilo, President If you would like to adopt, foster or volunteer,
Laura Moskie, Vice President call: 948-5623, 356-2334, 273-9365, 761-7619
Barbara Dieckmann, Treasurer
Laura Iannolino, Secretary
NOTE: THESE ARE PERSONAL HOME/CELL
Barbara Mailman, Anna Williams, Mary Garnett NUMBERS OF OUR VOLUNTEERS. PLEASE
Kristen Gilroy, Joanne Hollan, Margherite LaMorte CALL AFTER 9:00 AM OR BEFORE 9:00 PM.
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