1. pets
2. dogs

HUMANE SOCIETY OF UVALDE
WHY DIDN’T YOU HELP?
Humane Society of Uvalde
April 2010
HSU Board Officers
Pres Don
Smith, PhD
Vice Tracy
Colvin, DVM
Secretary Renee
Rimkus
Treasurer Vicky
Nelson
Board Members
Jeff Nelson
Emaciated and chained dog, a common sight in and around Uvalde
George Ann Maixner
Darla Finney
The Humane Society of Uvalde frequently receives phone calls and
emails reporting animal abuse in and around Uvalde. At this
point, it is not within HSU’s power to respond to, investigate or
enforce Texas Animal Cruelty Laws. The Humane Society of
Uvalde is an independent group,
not affiliated with the Humane
Society of the United States, or
any other organization. As such, if
you witness a pet being abused, not
receiving adequate food, water,
shelter, or being subjected to any
other violation of Texas Animal
Cruelty Laws, please contact your
local authorities. For complaints
within the city of Uvalde, contact
Animal Control at 278-9147. For
complaints outside of the city
limits, contact the local sheriffs
department. If you continue to
have concerns, the next step would
be contacting national associations
such as ASPCA (American Society
for the Prevention of Cruelty to
Animals). For more helpful tips
visit www.dogsdeservebetter.org
WHAT HSU CAN DO TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE
CONTACT US
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HSU
P.O. Box 1650
Uvalde, TX 78802
830 275-1744
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Website
www.HSUvalde.com
Join us on
FACEBOOK
The Humane Society of
Uvalde is a very active and
involved group, comprised
completely of volunteers.
The primary goal of HSU is
to reduce the number of
unwanted pets through a
vigorous spay/neuter
program. Our volunteers
educate the community as to
the importance of having
their pets “fixed” and are
able to offer low-income
families a coupon to make it
more affordable.
Our
adoption program rescues
impounded pets from the
Uvalde Pound. These pets
are owner surrendered pets
or strays who without HSU’s
involvement, would
otherwise be put to sleep.
We have families who foster
these pets in their home
until a permanent home is
found.
HSU is able to
provide foster pets with all
medical and basic needs,
thanks to donations from
within the community. The
Rescue Program is in need of
food, monetary donations,
crates, kennels, toys & potty
pads. Donations can be left
at our office located behind
HEB Tues, Wed & Thurs
Monetary Donations can be made at
www.HSUvalde.com
Adopt Sonnie today!
PARTY 3rd Annual FUR BALL
The 2010 Fur Ball was a BLAST! Supporters
from all around joined HSU at the Uvalde
Country Club on February 13th to help raise
money-and have a lot of fun while doing it. The
Fur Ball has quickly gained a reputation for being
the nicest evening out in Uvalde-one of the rare
events where ladies can show off their mink coats
and cocktail dresses. The 2010 theme was “They
Call it Puppy Love”, with crystal trees, mink table
runners, candles and flowers, it was definitely an
evening to celebrate love and life. With a limited
number of tickets available and selling out three
years in a row, be sure to mark your calendars for
the 2011 Fur Ball, ticket available in January.
Volunteer of the Year
Kendall Ganong has been actively
involved with HSU since its very
beginning when it was a small group of
people deciding how they could make a
difference in Uvalde. That small group of
people decided that the community needed
more than a band-aide to make a
difference-not just another place to drop
off unwanted pets-but a solution to solve
the problem of there being unwanted pets
to begin with. As such, the spay/neuter
voucher program was implemented and
supported with a foster-home only
adoption program. Kendall is actively
involved as a foster parent and foster/adopt
coordinator, as well as volunteering her
time to coordinate monthly adoption drives
in the community. Kendall and her family
have dedicated their lives and their home
to making Uvalde a better community.
Curtis & Kendall Ganong, Kendall was announced
as the 2009 Volunteer of the Year!
We invite you to find a way to get
involved in your community and be
inspired by Kendall and the entire
Ganong Family!
Save a life today…
neuter or spay
DONATION FORM
Your tax deductible donation toward HSU will enable HSU’s continued growth in 2010.
Please complete the donation form below and send this page along with your check or money order to the following address:
Humane Society of Uvalde
Your Information
P.O. Box 1650
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Uvalde, TX 78802
Your name
I would like to donate:
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_____ $ 25 Membership Donation
Address
_____ $10 Junior Member (under 18)
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_____ $100 Patron Donation
City State Zip
_____ $250 Gold Patron
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_____ $350 Life Time Membership
Phone
_____ $500 Diamond Patron
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_____ $1000 Man’s Best Friend
Email
All Donations are Tax-Deductible under our 501-C3 Status
_____ $2000 Top Dog
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_____Other Amount
Donations of $25 or more include a one-year membership to
the Humane Society of Uvalde - an independent rescue
group, not affiliated with any national or state organizations.
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All Donations are Tax-Deductible under our 501-C3 Status
What Does My Donation Support?
Donations go directly to HSU’s animal rescue
program and toward low cost vouchers, making
spaying/neutering more affordable for low income
families.
HSU is all volunteer.
Your donations go directly to the animals.
Donations can be made online at
www.HSUvalde.com
HSU-an independent rescue group, not
affiliated with the Humane Society of the
US or any national or state organizations.
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MEMORIAL OR HONORARIUM DONATION
This gift to the Humane Society of Uvalde provides a lasting memory for a loved one. It can also be a thoughtful way to honor a special occasion.
In memory of ____________________________________ or in honor of ____________________________________________
(Sample...beloved pet Jake) ( Sample teacher, etc in appreciation of service rendered)
Please send Memory Card notification to :
Name_______________________________________ Address, city , state, zip ________________________________________
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Memorials & Honorariums
January 2010-March 2010
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In loving memory of BRIAN FAGLIE, a memorial donation was presented to HSU by Michael, Bridget, Derick & Gretchen
Wolfe of Rowlett, Texas
In memory of the life of BRIAN FAGLIE, a memorial donation was given to HSU by the SWTVMC of Uvalde, Texas.
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE, a memorial gift was presented to HSU by Michelle Parker.
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE, a donation to HSU was given by Ginny Flanders of Uvalde.
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE a donation to HSU was given by Kendall and Curtis Ganong of Uvalde.
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE, a donation to HSU was presented by Craig and Melissa Garnett of Uvalde.
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE , a gift was presented to HSU by Connie and Charles Miller
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE, a gift was presented to HSU by Emmett & Paulette Harris.
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE, a gift was presented to HSU by Russell & Jama Brown
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE, a memorial gift was presented to HSU by The First State Bank of Uvalde.
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE, a memorial gift was presented to HSU by Tom, Lexie and “Sandy” Petty.
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE, a memorial gift was presented to HSU by Bob & Carolyn Reagan.
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE, a gift was presented to HSU by George W. Carroll.
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE, a gift was presented to HSU by Esther Trevino.
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE, a donation was presented to HSU by O’Neil & Rita Stout.
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE, a donation was presented to HSU by the LTW FLYING SERVICE, Inc.
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE, a gift was presented to HSU by Lisa Mumme.
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE, a donation was presented to HSU by Alice W. Southerland.
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE, a donation was presented to HSU by Greenwalt Construction of Uvalde, TX.
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE, a donation was presented to HSU by Margie Haegelin of LaPryor, Texas.
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE, a donation was presented to HSU by Carl & Carolyn Hilderbran of Uvalde Texas.
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE, a donation was presented to HSU by George & Sharon Verdon of Uvalde, Texas.
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE, a donation was presented to HSU by Frank & Barbara Abbott of Uvalde, TX.
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE, a donation was presented to HSU by Betty Hayden of Uvalde, TX
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE, a donation was presented to HSU by Nancy Rutledge of Uvalde Tx.
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE, a donation was presented to HSU by LEINWEBER SERVICE LLC of Uvalde, Tx.
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE, a donation was presented to HSU by Steve & Vicky Parker of Uvalde, TX.
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE, a donation was presented to HSU by Brenda Romans of Uvalde, Tx.
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE, a donation was presented to HSU by Joanne & Frank Cannella of Tucson, AZ.
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE, a donation was presented to HSU by Ray & Margaret Messinger of Uvalde, TX.
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE, a donation was presented to HSU by Joyce E. Bennett of Uvalde, Tx.
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE, a donation was presented to HSU by Mr. & Mrs. Paul Mattie of Uvalde, Tx.
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE, a donation was presented to HSU by Janece & Scott McClung of Uvalde, TX.
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE, a donation was presented to HSU by Jimmi & Burhl McClung of Uvalde Tx.
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE, a donation was presented to HSU by Steve & Molly Turner of Uvalde, Tx.
In memory of BRIAN FAGLIE, a donation was presented to HSU by Jeff & Vicky Nelson of Uvalde, TX.
In memory of SCOTCH, beloved pet of Martha and Don Smith of Uvalde, a donation was
received from Kendall and Curtis Ganong.
In memory of SCOTCH, longtime pet loved by Don and Martha Smith was presented by Ginny Flanders.
FEBRUARY 2010
A memorial donation for TOBY, yorkie loved by Vicky and Steve Parker of Uvalde, Tx, was presented by Gay and Brian Faglie
In memory of 16 yr.old lab PLUTO, loved and owned by Marlene and Paul Mattie of Uvalde, TX , a donation to HSU was received from Gay
and Brian Faglie of Uvalde.
In memory of Anita Herndon’s 17 yr old little mix breed dog, a donation to HSU was received from Gay and Brian Faglie of Uvalde
In Memory of Shasta, a dog loved by the Carter Family of Uvalde, a donation was given to HSU by Gay and Brian Faglie
In Memory of Phoebe, a family pet, a donation was made by Renee Rimkus
JANUARY 2010
A birthday donation honoring our daughter SHARON BALKE with love from Mom and Dad , was presented to HSU by Steve & Ellen Balke.
A memorial honoring pet cat CASEY , sadly missed by Sharon Balke, was presented to HSU by Steve and Ellen Balke.·
A memorial honoring CHICO, pet of Kelly and Ken Garrett of Uvalde, was presented to HSU from Gay and Brian Faglie.
A memorial honoring pet dog WATKINS, of Linda and Rocky Rocchio of ConCan, was presented to HSU by Brian and Gay Faglie of Uvalde.
Humane Society of Uvalde
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Girl Scout Troop 3034 Saved Ringers Life!
Pet Personals
Ringer–
a Dalmatian rescued by the Humane Society
from the Uvalde pound, where he faced being put to sleep
because his owner never claimed him. He was initially
going to be denied by the adoption program due to an
expensive eye surgery he required. Thankfully, Julissa
Rizo and Girl Scout troop #3034 stepped in to help. The
girl scouts donated baked items and set up a table at the
March Rabies drive in Uvalde. With help from the girl
scouts and other donations, Ringer received his surgery
and has since been adopted and is living the life of luxury.
Thank you so much to Troop 3034 and their families for
baking and selling Ringers way to a new life!
Romans
Male seeking human
family. K-9’s
accepted, but not
preferred!
Spencer
Julissa Rizo, Co-leader, takes
a snap shot of the girls
Girl Scout Troop
#3034 steps up to
help raise money
for Ringer-a
Dalmatian in need
of eye surgery.
The most adorable
puppy on the
planet!
Happy Tails Continue in 2010
Benji is one of HSU;s favorite Happy Tail stories. He went from a
Charlie
mange infested, hairless dog, scabbed over with sores and
A roly-poly bear of a
infection to the gorgeous white fluff ball pictured to the right.
pup-super cuddly
This March, Benji’s mom, Suki Aguilar felt it was time to adopt a
and well trained!
“sibling” for Benji. Brandi is the lucky girl who was chosen to join
the Aguilar household. Here is the most recent Happy Tail
written in an email from Suki...
Benji & Brandi adopted by Suki Aguilar
“Just thought I'd let you know what wonderful pet's I have. I had been ill last week for a couple of
days, and on Fri. @ 2:00 am I got up to go to bathroom. I got light headed & fell. To my
amazement Brandi came to my side while I was laid out on the floor, laid by my side licking my
face. Then Benji followed until I was able to catch my breath & get up. My arm is broken in 2
different places but I'm doing alright. When a co-worker's said, "oh you must have felt all
Cowboy
alone" I told her “no I wasn't alone” and told them my story. They were all amazed. As I told
them and my family, if my baby's could have helped me get up I am sure they would have. Again
3-way tie on the
thanks to you and all the wonderful people in the HSU for all the wonderful pets you save and cutest puppy in the
world! Heeler/boxer
find homes for. Make sure you tell Renee and the rest of the girls.”
3 mths old
“P.S. Brandi does not leave my side now. Its as if she is looking after me!”
Save a life today...neuter or spay
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