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November 2021 | Fall Edition | For more information, visit QuincyAnimalShelter.org THE SCOOP WHY WE NEED A NEW SHELTER NOW This is 56 Broad St. This has been our for families in need, partnered with for a new animal shelter to be built home for 22 years. If you’re reading Pets for Patriots, low cost spay and on Quarry Street. This shelter needs this newsletter you probably already neuter clinics and rabies clinics, held to be built. This project needs to be know our story and our humble car washes and Halloween parties made a priority. The new shelter will beginnings. In 1999 we were over the and yard sales St. Pawtrick’s Day and house Quincy Animal Shelter, Quincy top grateful to have the opportunity holiday fairs. We love our home we Animal Control and the Quincy to transform the Quincy Dog Pound are very sentimental about this old Police K9 Unit. It will be a state of the into the Quincy Animal Shelter. blue building at the end of the road. art multi-purpose animal care facility. Since 1999, we have called 56 Broad Despite its many shortcomings we St. our home. We have taken in have created great memories here. If you have been inside 56 Broad St. thousands of animals and adopted We are a very important part of the you know that the building was not them back out into loving homes, community because we don’t just intended to be an animal shelter. It we have reunited families with lost help animals, we help people too. was appropriately built for short term pets, we have fostered more than animal stays. Nonetheless we turned 3,000 kittens, provided hospice But it’s time to move on. The citizens it into a caring happy place for care for elderly animals, taken part of Quincy deserve the new animal thousands of homeless pets. Over the in several serious animal welfare shelter that will allow us to continue years QAS has repaired and replaced and cruelty cases including Puppy our mission and expand our services. anything that was needed out of our Doe, provided food and supplies Since 2015 there have been plans own pockets. The building is now 32 The Shelter Now continue on page.2
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years old and in desperate need of and cautiously reopen. The space
repair. In addition to what QAS has at 56 Broad St. does not allow for
done to maintain the building we appropriate social distancing nor
are grateful to private donors such does it have an air filtration system.
as Dan Quirk of Quirk Automotive So we have delayed re-opening to
Group who donated thousands of the public until we could do so safely
dollars’ worth of repairs to the roof, and now we’re open by appointment
gutter, walkway and landscaping on a limited basis.
so our dogs can continue to safely
use our dog runs. Not only that, it Six years later we are still waiting
not compliant with current Mass for the new animal shelter. We
Department of Agriculture standards. know that these things take time
Don’t get us wrong, this building has and we are patient because we
certainly served its purpose. However, know ultimately it will be worth the
as one volunteer so eloquently put wait. Unfortunately, we still have
it “this building is basically held a long way to go in this process so
together by bubble gum and duct we’re asking each and every one
tape!” You should be inside when of you who support the good work
there is a bad rain storm. that we do to let your Quincy City
Councilor know that you support this
In March 2020, when Covid hit we project. Just imagine the wonderful
knew the building had to be shut services we will be able to provide.
down immediately. And even now We all deserve better, especially the
in November 2021, we must slowly animals.
MEET BREWSTER
Brewster, 4
Hi, my name is Brewster. I'm four years old, physically
fit with a healthy appetite. I’m looking for that special
someone to spend time with. I enjoy long walks on
the beach or romantic strolls in the park. I’m very
handsome and strong and I love kissing my special
someone. If you are the one for me, please contact
Quincy Animal Shelter - MA
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SUCCESS STORIES
Trudie
Trudie was adopted in June and loves toward the beginning of the
taking naps in the sun and coming pandemic and y’all were gracious
to say hi when we call her name. She enough to get him the medical Ducky, now Lucifer
makes us laugh every single day and attention he needed then. I am still
is now a big sister to a puppy named so grateful that I was able to adopt
Bogart. She is very smart and loves him while his health was improving
when it is time to eat. She is a great so much!
bug catcher! I have perches and
shelves set up around the house and He is doing so well! He is on
she loves to climb. Now we just need prescription kidney health food,
to teach her not to climb the screen but he doesn’t put up a fight about
doors, which is super fun for her and eating it. And he is always up to
very sad for us! date on all shots and has regular vet
check-ups (as much as he hates it).
Ducky was roaming the mean streets He just turned 13 this month and is
of Duxbury for weeks looking for starting to go a little whiter on his
some kindness when he was found head, it is so cute.
by a Good Samaritan that noticed his
collar was way too tight and he was Thank you so much for bringing this
not in the best of shape. Now Lucifer amazing boy into my life and giving
has taken to his human’s just fine. him such a great start by helping
him before I could. Attached are a
Dasher, was adopted from QAS a few pictures of him from the past
little over a year ago. Just thought year. Much appreciation from me
I’d give you an update. Dasher is and head butts from Dasher!
the senior cat that was surrendered
Dasher
Submit Your Success Story! Did you adopt from QAS? If so, please tell us your success story! Don’t forget to
attach photos! Send your story to qasthescoop@gmail.com
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FUN-RAISING!
THE BOW WOW BRUNCH
Our first Bow Wow brunch was a including chicken and waffles which raffle prizes donated by so many of
great success thanks to the staff at were amazing! us supporters.
Blue at Marina Bay. It was a first time
out since our 2019 20th Anniversary The event which was also sponsored But the best part of all was seeing
bash. We could not have asked for by Tito‘s Vodka for Dogs featured a so many awesome dogs (Many
a better way to get together with special puppy punch cocktail and the QAS alumni) out and chill on the
our friends and supporters. Kris proceeds of the sale of every cocktail boardwalk at Marina Bay! Thank you
Henriksen, Carlos and her staff went directly to QAS! In addition to to everyone who came out to join us
at Blue served a brunch buffet great food and drink we had excellent and we hope to see you next year!
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DOG DAY AFTERNOON AT
QUARRY STREET DOG PARK
It was an amazing September
afternoon at the Quarry Street Dog ASK HAILEY
Park. Local businesses put together a
Doggie social event for the shelter. *Hailey is a fun loving Chihuahua
rescued from QAS many years
JB’s Doggie Delights served Bacon ago, she helps other pets navigate
covered ice cream treats for the the challenges of living with
pooches and Montillios pizza for the human beings.
humans! The Quarry Street Dog Park
is right across the street from where
our new animal shelter will be built.
This was a great event for local dog
owners to learn more about Quincy Hey Hailey,
Animal Shelter. Special thanks to Bay
State Property Management, DPS So a couple of days a week
Insurance Group and everyone who my dad drops me off at some
stopped by to say hi! goofy doggie day camp prison
to play with like 50 other dogs.
The people are really nice we
get treats and we play around
but I’d rather be home with my
mom and dad and even the cat.
I guess they did not like it when
I ate the dining room table leg,
or the pillow or like ten shoes. I
heard them tell someone that I
had “separation anxiety”. Sounds
like a fancy way to say I hate to be
alone. I hate to see them waste
all that money when they could
be buying me more cookies. How
come the cat gets to stay home?
Signed,
Anxious in Assinippi
see Hailey’s reply on pg.14
QATV CELEBRATES 25TH
ANNIVERSARY
We want to extend a huge congratulations to one of our greatest supporters,
Quincy Access Television. QATV has welcomed QAS on many TV and radio
shows to promote the shelter and our events. It has been a wonderful
partnership over the last 22 years. Thank you to TV and Radio Host Joe
Catalano and Graphic Designer Carol Themmen for everything you have
done for QAS. We wish you many more years of success!
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SPECIAL THANK YOUS
Gianna and Kit
Hi Kit,
My granddaughter Gianna and I were
at the animal shelter on Sat 9/25. She
raised money for the shelter selling
lollipops. Attached is the picture I
took. I just wanted to thank you for
being so kind and taking the time
to show us around. She was very
emotional and proud of herself when
she left. You guys are great for the
work you do in making the animals
lives so much better.
If there is anything we can do to help,
just let us know.
Steve and Gianna
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(617) 376-1349
P.O. Box 690088, Quincy, MA 02269
www.QuincyAnimalShelter.org
MEMBERSHIP & DONATION FORM DID YOU KNOW?
Support the Quincy Animal Shelter and you will be saving the lives of hundreds of dogs
Your company
and cats. Each year, QAS rescues, rehabilitates, and finds loving homes for unwanted may match
animals, saving many from a life on the streets and an uncertain future. your donation
All proceeds go towards animal care and operation of Quincy Animal Shelter. Your
donation is tax deductible. If your company has a
Matching Gift Program,
your gift could be
doubled, and twice as
Annual Memberships Your information
many animals could
benefit! The match
As a member, you will receive QAS’ If you’ve moved or changed your address, could be based on your
periodic newsletter to keep you informed you can use this form to update us. monetary donation or
of QAS happenings and be invited to our the volunteer hours you
annual meetings. Total amount enclosed: $ serve.
Individual, $25 Your name Please check with your
company’s Human
Senior (60+), $15 Company (if applicable) Resources department.
If they’ll match your
Family, $50 charitable donations or
volunteer hours, ask for
Address a form and mail it to us
at:
Donations (Non-membership)
Quincy Animal Shelter
City ATTN: Matching Gift
Quincy Animal Shelter thanks you for Program
donations of any amount. State Zip code PO Box 690088
Quincy, 02269-0088
Non-membership donation amount Email
We are so very grateful
$ Phone number when we receive
your donations. Your
The Mickey Medical Fund I want to remain anonymous contribution help us to
for extraordinary medical care give the care that our
special residents need
$ 24/7, 365 days a year.
Wesley’s Wish Feral Cat Fund INSTRUCTION Quincy Animal Shelter
for the care of feral cats is a public charity
1. Please make your check payable to: classified as exempt
$ Quincy Animal Shelter under section 501(c)(3)
of the Internal Revenue
2. Mail the check along with this form to: Code. Our tax ID
Quincy Animal Shelter number is 31-1703439.
P.O. Box 690088 Questions? Call us at:
Quincy, MA 02269 617-376-1349.
The Quincy Animal Shelter (QAS) is a nonprofit organization designated under section 501(c}(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and is
recognized as a Massachusetts charity. The Quincy Animal Shelter will not share your contact information with any third party.
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(617) 376-1349
P.O. Box 690088, Quincy, MA 02269
www.QuincyAnimalShelter.org
Tribute Gift
GUARDIAN ANGEL 1. I would love to donate $
SPONSORSHIP &
TRIBUTE GIFT FORM
In memory of In honor of
Name
Quincy Animal Shelter offers multiple ways to make a
donation in honor of your loved ones. Our Guardian Angel
Cage & Kennel Sponsorships are available for 3, 6, or 12 2. If you want us to notify them of this donation, please
months. It can be dedicated to a family member, friend, provide their physical address or email.
or pet. You may also make a Tribute Gift in someone’s
name. Name
All proceeds go towards animal care and operation of Email
Quincy Animal Shelter. Your donation is tax deductible.
Address
Guardian Angel Cage & Kennel Sponsorships
A Guardian Angel card will be placed on a cage or kennel
indicating your support. We can also include a photo that Your information
you provide!
If you’ve moved or changed your address, you can use
1. Where would you like it to be placed on? this form to update us.
Cat cage Dog kennel Total amount enclosed: $
Your name
2. How long would you like?
Company (if applicable)
12 months 6 months 3 months
$300 $150 $75 Address
3. Name & message to display on the card?
City
Name
State Zip code
Email
Message
Phone number
Card example
I want to remain anonymous
INSTRUCTION
1. Please make your check payable to:
Quincy Animal Shelter
2. Mail the check along with this form to:
Quincy Animal Shelter
Photo included P.O. Box 690088, Quincy, MA 02269
The Quincy Animal Shelter (QAS) is a nonprofit organization designated under section 501(c}(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and is
recognized as a Massachusetts charity. The Quincy Animal Shelter will not share your contact information with any third party.
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THE LEGAL BEAGLE
Legislative Updates from the Office of State Representative
Bruce Ayers, 1st Norfolk District
There is currently no law prohibiting H2148, “An Act protecting the health
unsanitary puppy mills from selling and safety of puppies and kittens
dogs to pet stores in Massachusetts. in cities and towns”; H1824, “An Act
protecting animals from convicted
H2132: An Act relative to further animal abusers”; H1565, “An Act
increasing the fines for cruelty to relative to the misrepresentation
animals, and establishing a fund of a service animal”; H903, “An Act
dedicated to improvements for local relative to ivory and rhinoceros horn
animal shelters. trafficking”; and H904, “An Act further
regulating the enforcement of illegal
This legislation would increase the hunting practices”.
fines for those convicted of animal
abuse by $500 for a first offense and When it comes to protecting
$1,000 for subsequent offenses. This animals, we’ve come so far but we
new revenue would then be placed still have more to do and we can’t
in a special account designated do it without the efforts of animal
for improvements to the animal activists across the state. Now is your
shelter in the municipality where the chance to voice your strong support
violation(s) occurred. for animal welfare by advocating for
In 2014, with the passage of these legislative initiatives.
legislation following the horrific H3102: An Act designating the month
Puppy Doe incident, Massachusetts of October as “Adopt a Shelter Dog” We need you to write letters, send
went from having some of the month emails, make phone calls, and do
weakest penalties in the country for everything you can to convince
animal abuse to having some of the This bill aims to raise awareness of Beacon Hill that this legislation is
strongest. However, there is still more the need for dogs to be adopted important. Your vocal support for
work to be done. by ensuring that the Governor these priorities is critical to their
annually proclaims October as passage, just as it was to the passage
As a State Representative, I’m proud “Adopt a Shelter Dog” month in of the PAWS Act in 2014.
to sponsor legislation to protect Massachusetts. According to the
animals in the commonwealth. ASPCA, over 3.3 million dogs per year To learn more about how you can
This session I have introduced the enter an animal shelter in the U.S.; support this legislation, or if you
following bills, which are currently of that number, only 1.6 million are would like more information on any
navigating through the legislative adopted. of these bills, please feel free to email
process: me at bruce.ayers@mahouse.gov or
The legislative session began back call my office at (617) 722-2230.
H2130: An Act relative to puppy mills in January, and all of these bills have
recently received their public hearing Working together, we will continue
This bill holds puppy mills to higher and await decisions on whether to make Massachusetts the safest
standards and forces them to provide or not they’ll move forward in the possible place for animals, and
healthy animals to pet stores, as well legislative process. continue to provide a voice for those
as have more accountability. Pet who have none.
stores would be required to purchase Along with these important bills,
their puppies from mills that meet other bills related to animal welfare
USDA health standards and have have been filed that I will continue
no violations. They would also be to advocate for as the session
required to post the dog’s breeder/ progresses. These bills include: H2547,
health history and information clearly “An Act providing for the care and
on their cages, which protects the transportation of police dogs injured
consumer and the business owner. in the line of duty” (Nero’s Law);
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VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT
WISH LIST
SHELLEY DAIGLE
All brands and sizes are
welcome, otherwise noted.
Shelley joined QAS in 2011. She had volunteer for us. Shelley did cat care
` Any brand of dry cat food learned about QAS when she was for several years and then she told Kit
for our feral pantry (open looking to adopt a cat. Burke she was going to be her office
bags ok!)
admin! Shelley does the upcoming
` Stewart Pro-Treat – The Over the years she has adopted four medical procedures paperwork for
Original Freeze Dried very lucky cats from QAS, currently each animal, has become proficient
Training Treat only Winston remains. Last year she documenting out medical records
said goodbye to her beloved cat online in our PetPoint software
` Fancy Feast Adult Cat – for Golden and she celebrated his 1 year program, and will basically do
our Shelter Residents memorial by donating one Catnip anything that’s needed. Shelley has
bag to each cat in the Shelter. “I think become an essential part of the QAS
` Cat Toys Golden would have liked that.” As she team. She is also a really nice person
said, “I wanted to adopt, but each cat too! When she’s not volunteering at
` Paper Towels
actually chose me!” Once she learned QAS, Shelley loves walking, chocolate,
` Bleach that QAS did not euthanize for and trying to maintain her best self.
space she was hooked and began to
` Any HE brand laundry
detergent (must be High
Efficiency)
` “Yesterday’s News” Cat
Litter
` Interactive dog toys like
Buster Cubes and balls
(no tennis), unbreakoballs,
Chuckit! Balls
` NEW Plastic litter boxes
and NEW plastic litter
scoops with tags and
stickers (litter boxes
cannot be used
` Postage stamps
` Gift cards to grocery
stores
` Jolly Ball dog toys,
Boomer Ball dog toys
` Kong Dog Toy – Medium
and Large
` Plush Squeaky Toys for
dogs or cats
` Wisdom or Embark DNA
testing kits.
` URGENT: Paper towels &
bleach
Shelley Daigle
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MEET THE MANAGER
AMY CONRAD
QAS Webmaster
I love the humans at the shelter and
working as a team, everyone chips
in and makes it a pleasure. I started
walking the dogs and through the
years have also picked up a hodge-
podge of duties from ordering
the cat litter, food for our guests,
managing the wish lists, trying to
help in any way I can. I am also the
webmaster of quincyanimalshelter.
org and administer the shelter’s
Facebook page, trying to keep
them as up to date as possible with
available pets and events.
Walking dogs of all kinds helped
reinforce that all dogs are individuals.
Amy & Gargamel Of course some dogs have the traits
they are bred for, but as long as every
I started volunteering at QAS in May This issue is very important to me dog is managed correctly by their
of 2013. I learned about QAS when because I had an amazing American humans, all can have a chance to
I went to the State House Lobby Pit Bull Terrier named Gargamel. I thrive. The dogs at the shelter usually
Day for Animals and met other realized there are many dogs who know you are there to help them. All
volunteers. Lobby Day is once a year were not as lucky to have a home kinds of happy and sad situations
when Legislators are in their office and wanted to help give them love bring dogs and cats to the shelter. It
and take meetings with the public to and care on the way to their forever is a joy trying to help them. Last year
discuss important Animal Protection homes. You can see how much I moved too far away to continue to
Bills that are filed with the state and most of the shelter animals know walk dogs, and miss it very much. I
will be voted on in the upcoming you are there to help them, it really still help with my other duties and
session. Even though in 2012 is amazing. I feared I would want to volunteer as much as possible.
Massachusetts became the 6th state adopt everyone, but quickly realized
in the country to end discriminating how much joy there is seeing them
against a dog by appearance and not get adopted and loved by humans
their behavior, there was still work to of their very own. Sadly, Gargamel
do. Homeowner insurance policies died just shy of his 12th Birthday on
are allowed to discriminate by breed October 23, 2020. It is heartbreaking,
which makes it very hard to rent but I was grateful to be working from
from someone whose landlord has a home during his final days. On July
policy that discriminates or even find 2, 2021, I welcomed a 10-week-old
an affordable policy for yourself. It is Staffordshire bull terrier I named
a big reason why Pit Bulls and other Bogart into my home. Staffords are
targeted breeds are surrendered and commonly (and incorrectly) referred
remain in the shelter for much longer to as “pit bulls” but are a separate
than other breeds. Sadly, every year breed that is also unfairly targeted
the Bill goes to the floor and does not by Breed Specific laws. Since I will be
pass. Insurance companies are STILL heading back into the office sooner
allowed to deny people for what than later, I fear Bogart will quickly
their dog looks like and many dogs let me know how much he wishes I
in need of homes are left waiting could WFH forever (me too Bo!) Amy & Bogart
because of it.
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TRIBUTES July 1 - October 31, 2021
IN MEMORY OF Jessica Mar, June Atkinson Anonymous monthly donor designates
“Jessie”, Denise Larson donation to provide dog and cat food.
Deborah Abraham, Charlotte Marc Larson B’day, Michael Bailit
Ross, Barbara Asacker,Eileen Cathy Parsons, Kenneth & Judith Bring PayPal Monthly donors and others who
Pittsley, Karen Moulton & Michael Janice Seiller, Cathy Payne wish to remain anonymous.
Cunnningham,Sandra Rego, Nan The QAS Volunteers, Bonney & David
Mackenzie Solomon We are most grateful for the many
Daniel Barry, Linda Alessi, David & people who donate Gift Cards so we can
Catherine Pope, Susan Lupi purchase items to care for the residents.
Martha Ann Czarnowski, Rosaria Soltau, KIDS THAT CARE
Deborah Dohl & Aime Arsenault, Data Donations received from our Chewy.com
Control Specialists Grace M. - Lemonade stand proceeds and Amazon Smile wish lists.
Bernadette Fitzmaurice, Marilyn Novak, Gianna O. - Sold lollipops
Robert Garber & Valerie Cass, Leslie & John S.,Jacob B. & Dylan T. - Collected
Doug Garber donations at the Wadsworth Street Yard THANK YOU TO OUR
Christine Angela Gore, Ann & Rich Sale
Reilly, Sharon & James O’Leary, Gary
VETERINARIANS
Sutherland, Rebecca Tabaczynski, Jim &
Lisa Wilke, Isabella Lo,Holly, Taryn,Lawnie WEDDING BELLS Kristin Scott DVM
& Freea, Esten School Staff, Tech Support THANK YOU AND CONGRATULATIONS Courtney Calabria DVM
Services at Suffolk University Deborah Brady DVM , Catmobile
Eileen Higgins, Julie Martinos, Denise Michele & Warren Sines - Donations to Dr. Jo Traveling Vet Clinic, Weymouth
Murphy, Brian and Mary McDonough Dante Fund from Adam York, Deborah Canton Veterinary Hospital, Canton
Elaine Kell, Janet Moniz Lacey Come Together Animal Clinic, Dorchester
Lorraine Ready, Karen Larsen, Kasey The Cheney’s - In lieu of guest favors South Coastal Veterinary Hospital,
Ochiltree Weymouth
Frank Realin, Furnace Brook Middle Veterinary Urgent Care Center, Quincy
School Marshfield, Tanya Nadeau SPECIAL DONATIONS Weymouth Landing Cat Clinic,
Elizabeth Shionis, Michael Morin Weymouth
Carmen Stewart, Pamela Shover, April Dante Fund: We are most grateful for the
Swartz & Pepper Fee, Victoria Johnson compassion and generosity of the many
Dennis Tellier, Nora Donahue donors who donated a total over $5000. TRUST AND
Patricia Tufo, Judith Salvucci, Jason to help with the special care of Dante. FOUNDATIONS THAT
Berardinelli, Maureen Christensen,
Kathleen Lally, Christine Schultz, Michael, Wadsworth Street Residents Yard Sale:
SUPPORT US
Alex & Nan,Cousins Maureen, Julia, Joe, John S., Jacob B. & Dylan T. sold lemonade
Olivia & Dick Collected donations at Wadsworth Street Pardy Charitable Trust
Catherine Venuti, Mary Allsop Yard Sale Agnes Gidley Memorial Fund The
Mary Woods, Family of Mary Woods, Gary Boston Foundation
& Teresa Ajamian, Matther Myette, Jean The Watson of Quincy: Residents and Martha Morse Foundation
Carey, Melissa Murphy Staff held a social hour in the”Bark Park”
“ CC”, Susan Schroepfer to raise funds for shelter
“Emmeline”, Lory Zimbalatti Employees that donate monthly and
“ MacKenzie”, Linda Iannaco Liberty Tavern of Quincy had charity request company match donation or
“ Sadie “ Thurnau & “Jager” Earle, Lauren cocktails during the month of July called company match their volunteer hours.
Cheney “Mickey’s Mai Tai” to raise money for our
“Topaz”, Brad,Lora, Stephen,Nicole and Medical Fund Ameriprise Financial
the Team at Olive Berkshire Partners, LLC
President Ladies Golf Association 2nd DELL
IN HONOR OF Annual “Bloody Mary Madness” raised Eaton Vance
$575.00 for shelter . Granite Gives Back, Inc
Lauren Adoupolis B’Day, Shirley Gray Granite Telecommunications LLC
“Dakota” from his Grandparents, Nancy’s Birthday Facebook Fundraiser Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
Kathleen & Gary Fuller John Hancock
Nancy Daly B’day, Shirley Gray Tyrell’s Birthday Facebook Fundraiser Macy’s Inc
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Company match donations continued
McKesson Corporation
MFS Investment Management
Petfinder Foundation
Quincy Mutual Insurance Company
Raytheon Corporation
State Street Corporation
TRUiST
United Airlines
United Health Group
Voya Financial
BUSINESSES WHO
SUPPORT US
Animal Pharm. LLC
Almquist Flowerland, Quincy
Chewy.com
Ermont Inc.Quincy
Fratelli’s Pastry Shop, Quincy
Frozen Freddie’s, Quincy
Fox & Hound Wood Grille and Tavern
Granite Lock Company Inc, Quincy
Granite Telecommunications
Hofbrau Bar & Grill, Quincy
Inde Salon, Quincy
Keezer Sportswear, Weymouth
Lighting & Lamps, Quincy
L & L Pet Grooming, Quincy
Ocean State Quincy
Petco Foundation ABOUT US
Pet Supplies Plus, Quincy
Pick of the Litter, Quincy
About Quincy Animal Shelter and
Quincy Mutual Fire Insurance Company Our Mission Statement
Quirk Auto Dealers, Quincy
Roy Chambers Photography, Milton The Quincy Animal Shelter is primarily a volunteer-run organization.
Salty Paws Design, Quincy The Shelter relies completely on our volunteers and the community
Sandy’s Pet Grooming, Quincy for support. Incorporated in November 1999 as a non-profit
Star Markets Massachusetts charity, we are also a recognized charity under
Stop & Shop, Quincy Section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Service code. Since 1999,
Subaru of America the Quincy Animal Shelter has placed more than 7,500 cats and
Superlative Printing, Stoughton dogs into loving homes throughout New England. We are committed
Ultra Electronics, Braintree to finding the right home for every adoptable animal in our care.
Willard Veterinary Clinic, Quincy Every animal receives age-appropriate vaccinations, is spayed or
neutered and micro-chipped before being placed in its forever home.
Delivering this type of care involves many volunteers, an active and
dedicated management, and a lot of money. Our annual budget runs
We apologize if we inadvertently failed to approximately $250,000 in order to provide services to the animals in
include your tribute or misspelled any name. our care and serve the continuous needs of our growing community.
We are very careful to ensure the privacy of
our donors. We do not share or sell names to a Our mission is to advocate for companion animals by providing safety
second party. We also do not list anyone who until home placement of those in our care, to promote spay and
requests to remain anonymous. Please let us neuter programs as a means to control pet overpopulation and to
know if you do not want your name to be listed. be the leading community resource for education on proper animal
We receive donations through company plans, welfare.
and they do not designate your preference. We
are always most happy to acknowledge our
donors.
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KITTEN
WISH LIST
QAS NEWS
Caring for more than 150
kittens and their moms can
be very expensive. They can
come to us with special
OPEN FOR BUSINESS
needs so it is important that The shelter will re-open on Saturdays from 10-2 pm. We will follow safe
are well stocked to care for Covid 19 protocols and require the public to wear masks while inside the
them.
building. We will also limit the number of people in the building at a time.
We appreciate your patience while we do our best to keep everyone safe and
` Kitten Attract litter healthy. For more information please check out website and social media.
(specific litter)
` Kitten Formula Liquid and
powder such as KMR
2022 QUINCY ANIMAL SHELTER
` Royal Canin Mother and
Baby Cat food (wet and dry)
CALENDAR - NOW ON SALE!
` Pedialyte (No Flavor- Are you ready for 12 months of Happy Endings? The Best Holiday Gift Ever!
Unflavored) It has been many years since we have done a calendar! So we are back with a
12-month calendar featuring fun photos of cute and furry and of course very
` Nail Trimmers lucky cats and dogs submitted by friends of Quincy Animal Shelter. Everyone
is a winner, the 12 top vote getters got a month of their own, but all pets are
` Thermometers (specific included! Calendars may be picked up at the shelter during pre-arranged
animal ones if possible) hours or mailed.
` KY Jelly Calendars are $20 each (if picked up at the shelter) or $22 includes shipping.
` Beech Nut Stage 1 (Turkey
Visit www.quincyanimalshelter.org for more details and to order your
& Broth ONLY) (Chicken &
calendar.
Broth ONLY)
` Non Clumping Cat Litter-
UNSCENTED
` Kitten Toys
OUR ADOPTION 2022 PET CALENDAR
HOURS ADOPT DONATE
www.quincyanimalshelter.org
VOLUNTEER SMILE
A volunteer run, non-profit organization, 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and a recognized Massachusetts charity.
Saturdays 10am - 2pm or
by appointment Dear Anxious,
56 Broad Street, Quincy, Doggie day care might not be your fav thing, but it is really
MA 02169 to protect you from hurting yourself while you are alone and
wrecking all of your humans stuff. Some dogs get in to loads
Please note: animal surrenders of trouble left alone. They freak out once the front door slams.
are by appointment only. Then the chaos begins. Doggie Day care will keep you from
being given away. You are really lucky they can afford to send
you to DDC.
It is not a prison, make some friends and chill.
14Fall 2021 For more information, visit QuincyAnimalShelter.org
VISIT // CONTACT //
WELCOME BOARD MEMBER
CONNECT WITH QAS
LIANNE BUSA
INFORMATION
Lianne Busa is a Vice President in and she will continue to support QAS For more information, visit
Proposal Development at BNY Mellon mission through fundraising and QuincyAnimalShelter.org
Wealth Management with over 20 other shelter events.
years of experience in the financial STREET ADDRESS
industry. She received her bachelor’s 56 Broad Street,
degree in Business Administration Quincy, MA 02169
from Roger Williams University.
MAIL ADDRESS
Lianne has always had a love for P.O. Box 690088
animals when she came across the Quincy, MA 02269
opportunity to volunteer at the QAS
animal shelter. What started out as a PHONE
temporary, “Let’s see how this goes....” (617) 376-1349
volunteer effort, has turned into a
love-affair and a personal passion. EMAIL
Lianne started in 2019 as a Cat Care info@quincyanimalshelter.org
volunteer. In 2021 she continues her
Cat Care role while also adding the
ADOPTION HOURS
role of Recording Secretary for the
Board of Directors. Saturdays 10am - 2pm or
by appointment
Lianne truly enjoys caring for and
befriending the animals until they Please note: Animal surrenders
find their forever homes and she are by appointment only.
also appreciates the friendships she
has formed with the QAS family of
volunteers. Lianne was proud to be
one of the QAS representatives in the
2021 Quincy Flag Day parade.
As a recently elected Board Member,
Lianne will continue in her roles with
Cat Care and as Recording Secretary Lianne Busa
THE SCOOP
SPRING 2022
THE FUTURE OF ANIMAL
SPECIAL THANK YOU TO SHELTERING
CLAIRE THOMPSON, KEEPING FAMILIES TOGETHER
OUR QAS VICE PRESIDENT HOW TO BE A GOOD TENANT
WITH YOUR PET
Claire has stepped down after four years of service to our Board of
Directors. She served as our Vice President and worked on many successful Got QAS Wear?
fundraising efforts such as our annual Pups and Pints and our large
scale donor/sponsor projects. Always professional and insightful, Claire Yes we do and you can get your
has stepped away to focus on her family. We will miss you and your paws on some by calling us at
contributions to our organization. 617-376-1349 or email us. Tell us
what you want and will make
Thank you Claire! arrangements for you to pick it up!
15This Edition of the Scoop is
dedicated to our Volunteers. YEARS OF SERVICE AWARDS
We are nothing without our 20 YEARS: Jen DeBeneditto, Kit Burke, Joanne McCarthy
volunteers. They really do it all.
15 YEARS: Harriet Hutchinson – Paulette Cappadona
Once again we did not hold our
annual volunteer appreciation dinner 10 YEARS: Lori Blau, Linda Iannaco, Cathy Parsons, Hope
but that does not mean that we do Boundaway, Shelley Daigle, Dennis Gibbons, Jan Reynolds, Katy
not appreciate all of their efforts Spencer-Johnson
and dedication to our animals and
the organization. Please join us in 5 YEARS: Nicole Betts, Jody Bouma, Karen Hawco, Donna Knauber,
congratulating these volunteers Helen Maguire, Jennifer Melkonian, Marilyn O’Maley, Joan Perrow,
that are celebrating very special Audrey Tellier, Kacey Bongarzone, Nathan Burritt, Khrystyna Reyes,
milestones with us. This list includes Stacy Rotondo-Cronin
2020 and 2021 celebrations.
Let’s save animals and trees.
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