Mimzy rehomed by Cold Wet Noses

During the month of May, Beading Divas to the Rescue will sell one-of-a kind beaded bracelets to benefit Cold Wet Noses.

Every month the Divas for which I am one (Beading and otherwise) choose a different animal charity to raise money for. There are seven women who are the original Beading Divas (Angy, Cynthia, Glenda, Michelle, Karyn, Lizzie, and Loren) who came together to raise $14,300 for Lizzie whose greyhounds were injured in a catastrophic car accident. Dogs recovered and now doing fine. There are hundreds of honorary beading divas who donate beads, help make bracelets, and sometimes sell to coworkers or friends.

On our birthday month, one of the original seven divas can choose the group of the month without input or voting from the other six. May is my birthday month and I chose Cold Wet Noses.

I chose CWN because they are so out there. Cold Wet Noses is all volunteer and pulls dogs from PACC’s kill line often at the 11th hour. In 2011, CWN rehomed 366 dogs! That’s akin to a dog a day!

I also chose CWN because in December of last year, I wanted a 9 year old dog named Reagan to find a home. I saw his sad photo on the PACC Pet Facebook page. His owner died and gave Reagan to a friend (some friend). For no other reason, other than he was old, Reagan was going to die. I asked CWN to take Reagan and they said they would with a foster home. I have a big mouth on Facebook and blogged about that and lo and behold a friend of a friend (Tina Roose) rose to the occasion. She reached out and fostered Reagan and became a volunteer at CWN. She is my hero. I am honoring her by choosing CWN. Tina has since adopted Reagan.

More about Cold Wet Noses:
Started in 2005 but became an official non profit in 2010. Since their inception they have rehomed approximately 1,650 dogs!

In 2011
–$42,000 veterinarian bills
–Paid $6,100 for dog food, medications and other pet supplies; –CWN also receives dog food donations from PET CLUB and/or buys it from Costco ($30/40 lb bag).
–Currently they have 57 foster homes but that number changes daily

Cold Wet Noses Wish List
–more fold down wire crates – mostly size medium
–another pop up tent for adoption events
–a storage shed
–more foster homes
–more volunteers to help walk dogs at PACC

One-of-a-kind coiled bracelets cost $20 and every bracelet comes with a paw charm. Bracelets make great heartfelt gifts for MOTHER’S DAY on May 13. The entire $20 goes directly to CWN. You can pay with cash or a check made out directly to the charity. Be generous!

one-of-a-kind

You can buy bracelets locally at:
–Silver Sea Jewelry & Gifts, 330 N. 4th Avenue, 624-9954
–Coyote Wore Sideburns Hair Salon, 630 N. 4th Avenue, 623-7341 (for May only)
–Sissy’s Pet Grooming Salon, 7350 N. La Cholla Blvd., 229-9898

You can also buy bracelets online via Etsy (add $5.50 S&H). If you live in Tucson but your mother lives in Tacoma or Tulsa, consider sending her a Mother’s Day gift (disclaimer: must order by May 8, delivery usually takes 3 to 4 days depending final destination).

Bonus: An anonymous person and one of the original Beading Divas who adopted her dog through Cold Wet Noses three years ago (pictured Mimzy) will be matching Etsy bracelet sales dollar for dollar (less S&H). Wow!

And if beautiful bling is not your thing, you can make donations directly to Cold Wet Noses.

Can you help the Goldens?

The average cost to care for every dog that enters Rescue a Golden of Arizona  is $1,000. So far this year RAGofAZ  has adopted 46 dogs! It’s been a busy but rewarding year so far.

How can you make a difference and help Rescue A Golden of Arizona? (Wish List)

- Donations are always needed
- Show your support by becoming a member
_ Come to events
- Volunteer at Meet & Greets

Advice to future dog owners:
- Adopt from shelters & rescues
- Get your pets spayed/neutered; prevents future health issues
- Vaccinations and proper vet care
- Feed nutritious food
- Proper exercise, training, discipline, and affection
- Don’t keep your pets outdoors
- Become educated before you adopt so you know what to expect
- Never, ever abandon an animal and assume someone will save it
-Never tolerate animal abuse

Calling all Golden Retrievers – It’s Pima County Fair Time!

ORGANIZATION:  Rescue A Golden of Arizona (RAGofAZ)
EVENT:  Pima County Fair
DATE:  Saturday, April 21, 2012
LOCATION:  Pima County Fair Grounds, I-10 & Houghton Road in Tucson
TIME:  9 AM to 9 PM

Rescue A Golden of Arizona is going to the Fair.  Because of the long hours, they will need lots of help.  This is a great opportunity to make a difference by bringing your ambassadogs and help collect donations to pay for the vetting bills.  You can sign up for whichever shift is most convenient.

You don’t have to be a member of RAGofAZ, and your socialized Goldens don’t have to be from a rescue to participate.  All you need is a Golden heart to support this great event and become a Golden hero.  If you have just a couple of hours to spare, and you want to have lots of fun, then please join RAGofAZ at the fair.

Contact Scottie McGowan at scottiesgems@cox.net to choose your hours.

RAGofAZ is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization.

Trixie says: Adopt Me!

Appeal from HOPE Animal Shelter Executive Director Susan Scherl:

We have very little money in the bank.

Yes, it is affecting everyone…even the critters. I know we are all suffering from the woes of the country’s financial state. I know this is a difficult time to give but it is desperation time for HOPE Animal Shelter. We are in a crisis. There is very little money left in our accounts and despite the fact that we have cut down on expenses we are finding it more difficult to stretch what we have. Veterinary expenses have skyrocketed. When you commit to the no-kill philosophy, your medical costs can be very high. HOPE does whatever it needs to keep our animals happy and healthy.

Please donate what you can…every little (and big) bit helps. There are many ways to donate. You can click the Donate Now , send a check, or call with your credit card information.

Your generosity in the past has helped us through some trying times. I hope you will help again.
Thank you.

Gratefully yours,

Susan Scherl
Executive Director

Tuesday – August 16 – Eat for a Cause/HOPE
Lovin’ Spoonfuls Vegetarian Restaurant is hosting a HOPE Animal Shelter night. Bring your friends and enjoy the soups, salads, sandwiches, dinner entrees, and luscious desserts at Lovin’ Spoonfuls. Lovin’ Spoonfuls was recently rated in PETA’s top 5 vegan desserts list. You must present this flyer to ensure that a portion of your check will go to helping HOPE Animal Shelter. The restaurant is located at 2990 N. Campbell Ave; you may dine from noon to 8 p.m.

WISH LIST – Donate Supplies

Here is a list of regular items always in need. You may drop them off at HOPE any day from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m; located at 2011 E. 12th St. Tucson AZ 85719

For the Animals
■Blankets
■Towels
■Bath mats
■Litter pans (no lids)
■Feline Pine (or equivalent cat litter)
■Carpeted cat condos
■Collapsible dog crates
■Cat carriers (that open from the top)
■Cat & dog food: Since many animals stay with us for an extended period we like to be as consistent as possible with food. We like Authority brand which can be bought at Petsmart or Trader Joe’s.
■Dog and cat toys

For Cleaning
■Bleach
■Dish-washing detergent
■Laundry soap
■Mop heads (the long white stringy kind)
■Simple Green
■Paper towels
■Exam gloves
■Trash bags (13 & 33 gallon size)

For the Office
■Postage stamps
■Business envelopes
■Pens
■Dry erase markers
■Sharpies
■Post-it notes
■Telephone message pads (carbon-less copy)
■Note pads
■Avery address labels (5160)
■Printer paper
■Ink cartridges (HP 940)

Miscellaneous
Recycle your aluminum cans with us and we will turn them in for cash. Remove the label and put them in a large plastic bag and drop them off at HOPE any day from 9 am – 5 pm.

(Photo is courtesy of HOPE Animal Shelter – Trixie is currently available for adoption. She adores people, and gets along with other dogs and cats. She has a “juvenile cataract” on one eye and will need eye drops 3 days a week for the rest of her life. The other thing she needs is a home to call her own. With you?)

Wishlist: Tucson Wildlife Center

During these economically trying times 501(c)3 charities are fighting to stay afloat. Here in Tucson, we are privy to a very special place which rescues, rehabilitates, and releases (when possible) wildlife — bobcats, javelinas, coyotes, owls, pelicans, wild birds, eagles, raccoons, etc.

The most amazing concept about Tucson Wildlife Center is that it’s all volunteer — including the veterinarians and orthopedic surgeons who donate their valuable professional time.

TWC services include an emergency helpline operating 24/7, capture and transportation of injured animals, 24-hour emergency room, volunteer DVM on call, rehabiliation, release, and education. All services are provided free to the public.

Like any non-profit organization, donations and volunteers are key to their survival. But if you cannot afford to give money and/or time, the next best thing is to see what is on the “wishlist.” You just might have a case in your garage or will remember to pick up some bargains on your next visit to the big box store.

Tucson Wildlife Center WISHLIST:
–kitty litter, unscented Scoop Away
–paper towels
–office supplies
–garbage bags
–Ziploc bags
–GPS
–hand soap
–hand lotion
–white towels
–gas gift cards
–ultrasonic cleaner
–paper shredder
–peanuts, bagged unsalted
–chicken thighs and legs, frozen
–chicken breasts, frozen

During the month of August, these items (except the perishables) may be dropped off at Silver Sea Jewelry located at 330 N. 4th Avenue (624-9954) or contact TWC.

Also during the month of August, Beading Divas to the Rescue will be selling one-of-a-kind bracelets made with donated beads (one size fits most adults) for $20. The proceeds of bracelet sales go directly to the Tucson Wildlife Center.

Buy me! TWC fundraiser

You can buy bracelets at Silver Sea Jewelry (see above for address).

You can buy bracelets online via Etsy.com (add $4 for S&H)

And on Sunday – August 7 only…

You can visit the First Sunday Indoor/Outdoor Antique Fair. 11100 E. Tanque Verde Road, one mile east of Tanque Verde and Houghton on Tucson’s NE side from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Look for the Tucson Wildlife Center table and the beautiful bracelets display.

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Note to animal charities: If you have a wishlist, please contact tucson.tails@yahoo.com for consideration.

Speedway - Casa de los Gatos

Tucson: June is Adopt-a-Cat Month – Casa de los Gatos

Casa de los Gatos has about 350 cats and hundreds of these are adoptable. Currently, they also have a half dozen adoptable dogs.

Monthly expenses are approximately $17,000 and operate solely on donations. They also have at least 60 special needs cats (Feline Leukemia positive, diabetic, missing an eye or a leg, etc.) who need Purrfect Pal sponsors starting at $25 per month. Businesses my choose to sponsor at the bronze, silver, gold, or platinum levels ($35, $50, $70, $100 per month.)

Casa de los Gatos WISH LIST includes:

–canned food
–scoop-able cat litter
–Costco dry cat or dog food
–laundry soap
–bleach
–volunteers to help with cat care and cleaning
–monetary donations to pay utilities and vet bills

A more complete wish list is here:

For descriptions of adoptable pets, please visit the Petfinder website are at:

Adoption hours are Friday & Saturday noon to 4 p.m. at 3255 N. Flanwill Blvd., plus Saturdays 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at PETCO on Old Spanish Trail & 22nd Street and at PETCO in the Oro Valley Marketplace. Other visitation times can be made by appointment.

If it’s June, it must be wine tasting at CataVinos Wine Shoppe, 3063 N. Alvernon Way (1 block south of Ft. Lowell) on Sunday, June 26 from 4 to 6 p.m., with the theme “Hot Dogs and Cool Cats.” The cost is $20 for six tastes of wine and snacks, with $10 of that going to the cats (tax deductible). There will be a silent auction and raffle prize too.

Photo is courtesy of Casa de los Gatos – Speedway is a pretty and sweet tabby cat. She was once a very shy girl but has become very friendly and relaxed. She had lived in fear of being terrorized by big dogs in her former home, and had stayed under a bed for years when her owners decided she would be better off somewhere else. She is about 10 years old. Speedway likes petting but not being picked up or having her lower back/tail touched. She does love to sit on laps and would be best as an only pet, absolutely no dogs!