Paws for Love Foundation Fall 2014 “We can’t save every animal in the world but we can give the world to every animal we save.” Art Paws—A Note from Ellyn 16th Annual Paws for Love Animal Art Sale & Auction Gala February 7, 2015 6-10 pm Save the date! WHAT’S INSIDE: Summer & Fall Event Pictures, Treat Recipe For Kitties! 2-3 Lessons from Lucy, NorCal Adoption Events, Lilly 4 Good Bye’s,Gala Tickets, Coming Soon 5 Recipe Contest!, “Sail for Silver Raffle”, Volunteer Roundup 6 Special Thanks, Wine Sponsors, “Doggie Gobblers” 7 Calendar, Contact Us 8 LIKE us on FACEBOOK! Paws for Love Foundation Here at my Love Creek cabin, the shelter pets’ paintings are spread out on my framing table – watercolors in soft pastels, or thick and vibrant layers of color.all applied with paws or tails.or the occasional “roll in the paint” technique! As I frame them, I am taken back to the time when I met each artist.gently stroking their fur and learning their stories. These rescued pets have so much to tell us.so much to teach us. From a hopeful wag of a tail, to an optimistic purr, they teach us patience and forgiveness...and hope for their future against all odds. We are incredibly proud to be celebrating our 16th year of shelter pets selling their own art to help other shelter pets. None of it would be possible without our family of volunteers, extraordinary donors, and the support of animal lovers in Sonoma County and beyond. Over the years, we have watched our small one-night art show expand into a much anticipated Valentine destination. We hope you will join us for our “Sweet 16” Paws for Love celebration! Returning will be DJ and Master of Ceremonies Aaron Long, musician Richard Bolmen, and Tarot by Louise. Our popular wine bar will be sponsored by Mutt Lynch, Iron Horse, Pedroncelli, and Kenwood Vineyards. Ulrike Steinke will be creating her masterful and tempting appetizers, passed throughout the evening for your pleasure by our experienced volunteers. Auction donations are arriving daily as our auction coordinators Harry Leonard and Alice Sleeth are preparing the best silent and live auctions we have ever seen! Returning will be some favorites – Giants tickets, the Jackson Hole “Wild West” vacation, romantic local getaways, and a stellar selection of Wine donations, Dinners, and Tasting Experiences. Our cruise raffle will be building anticipation throughout the evening until the moment the winning ticket is drawn! Every ticket sold will benefit our successful “Silver Paws for Love” senior pet adoption program, which is largely funded by this special raffle. Meet some of the artists, who will be on hand to receive your compliments – and maybe a treat! And you won’t want to miss our red carpet parade of “Silver Paws for Love” dogs following the live auction. Last, but not least, our gallery of captivating paintings by shelter pets will remain the “heart” of our Valentine Gala! So grab your sweetheart and plan to attend our 16th Annual Paws for Love Gala – be there when we turn “Sixteen in ’15!” If you missed our event this year, put a paw print on your calendar and join us on Feb. 7th, 2015 8when Paws for Love turns Sweet Sixteen! 1 Thank you FOPPIANO VINEYARDS for hosting “Painting Paws & Petite Sirah!” Happy artist!.this day was all about dogs and their people.and wine! In our famous Wine Barrel Dash, all dogs gave it their best effort! Judge Norman Greenbaum awards the “Silver Paws for Love” prize to Sparky Flats for his expert agility dash Lindley Foss of Foppiano Vineyards falls in love.and goes home with a new little best friend! Shadow Zuniga (above) Below, Dylan – a rescued King Pigeon – paints for us at WOOFSTOCK Mascot Woody was ready for some Peace & Love at the Marin Humane Society’s WOOFSTOCK! The crowd rocked out to the tunes of Wonderbread 5. The Paws for Love Foundation is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit corporation www.pawsforlove.info 2 Happy guests enjoy hobnobbing at WOOFSTOCK! The Northern CA Pet Expo welcomed guests at Sonoma Co. Fairgrounds On Oct. 18th g All of our friends were there! Poochie and her friends try their paws at painting Thanksgiving Treats for Kitties Ingredients: 1/2 cup cooked turkey; shredded finely 1 tablespoon finely grated carrots 3 tablespoons unseasoned canned pumpkin Directions Place all ingredients in a food processor or blender. Puree for 20 seconds. No cooking needed! Serving size is a teaspoon for a kitten or a tablespoon for a cat. Feed from a spoon, your finger, or use as a training treat. *Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. ~ From The Ultimate Cat Treat Cookbook by Liz Palika Green Dog Rescue Project brought many adorable dogs to the Expo MANY WAYS TO DONATE! If your workplace has a “giving” program, please consider adding the Paws for Love Foundation as your choice this year. Your donation will be a lifesaving choice for homeless animals at risk. 3 It’s Your Night to be a STAR! Lilly, Spayed Female, 9 years-old, Deaf .a very special girl! She first came to Have you been accused of having a flair for the dramatic?...well, GOOD! We want you! We are looking for a few outgoing, fun-loving raffle sales people to sell tickets during the night of our Gala. You will receive free admission to one of the best charity events around! And every ticket sold will go toward helping another senior pet move out of the shelter and into a loving home. Are you up to the task??? Just call Jeanine at (707)899-4046 or email [email protected] SNAP Cats in 2006 when she was rescued from a bad situation. Lilly was found in an abandoned home with many other animals. Our vet found three BB pellets in her as well. Lilly was soon adopted, but after 7 years her parents had to surrender her, so now she is looking for a new home. Lilly must be an indoor cat, with her white fur and pink skin she is susceptible to skin cancer from the sun. She has two different colored eyes one green and one blue. And Lilly is deaf. Because she wants to be heard and cannot hear herself, she does have a loud voice. We believe Lilly would like to be an only cat. She was doing fine around our office, but is currently showing some dominant cat signs. Even so, Lilly is such a sweet, sweet girl and just wants to be loved. If interested, please email SNAP Cats at: [email protected]. ADOPTION EVENTS at NorCal Pet Supply Lessons from Lucy Upcoming dates: Nov. 1, 15, 29th & Dec. 13th Dogma Animal Rescue & Nov. 8th Forgotten Felines & SNAP Cats 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM 1791 Marlow Rd. Ste 1-d Santa Rosa Please remember Paws for Love when making your holiday shopping list…and checking it twice! www.pawsforlove,info • Share your toys (well, It’s Ok to hide one that’s special!) • Try something new today • Make time for hugs Stella is 8 years old and was worried that she had lost her youthful appeal.would she never find love again? But thanks to the patience of Sonoma Co. Animal Services and the “Silver Paws for Love” senior adoption program, Stella has her forever new home! 4 We’d love to meet you! With love and sadness, we say goodgood-bye… The Paws for Love Foundation is looking for more volunteers! Scout Egger We have a variety of jobs to offer as the Big Event approaches! “Never absent from our hearts”… To volunteer, please contact Jeanine at: (707) 889-4046 [email protected], or [email protected] A special “THANK YOU” to the Treasure House for their generous grant and continued support. support. Please stop in and see them! Selling antiques, antiques, collectibles, & vintage jewelry 700 Wilson St., Santa Rosa, CA Please check our Website often for the latest Merchandise and Event Updates! www.pawsforlove.info Coming soon! Our friends at the Animal Adoption Center of Jackson Hole will be moving into their new home on Broadway by summer – after years occupying tiny storefronts in downtown Jackson, WY, they will soon have their own home. During construction a few weeks ago, AAC staff and residents left their paw prints in the wet cement for all time. GET YOUR TICKETS EARLY! EVENT TICKETS will go on sale early in December! Watch for more information on our website and on Facebook. Tickets are a $40 donation in advance & include admission to one of the BEST charity events in Wine Country, a keepsake wine glass, and an unforgettable evening of fun! ..& at the same time, saving the lives of pets in need. “Paws for Love” tickets make super stocking stuffers! 5 CONTEST! Send us your favorite Holiday Treat RECIPE for CAT or DOG… HURRY! Email entries to [email protected] by Nov. 25th…enter today! WIN a “Paws for Love” Gift Collection! SAIL FOR SILVER! Annual “Silver Paws for Love” CRUISE RAFFLE! Tickets are $5 ea/ 5 for $20 GRAND PRIZE! Enter for your chance to win! 7-day Norwegian Cruise to Mexico for Two! 2nd PRIZE – Hot Air Balloon Ride for 2 3rd Prize – Valentine Gift Package ** Raffle tickets on sale now at our events, or by mail: [email protected] AUCTION DONATIONS WANTED! Volunteer Roundup! EVENT VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED! The 16th Annual PAWS FOR LOVE Gala will be held February 7th ~ Sale of original paintings created by talented shelter & rescue animals, Auction, Food, Wine, & Entertainment! We offer a variety of volunteer jobs: greeters & ticket takers, food assistants & servers, art sales, & cashiers. Auction assistants are needed to monitor the auction tables, and to “spot” bids in the live auction. Volunteer positions will be explained at a short meeting, choice of 2 dates! Sign-ups for specific jobs will take place on these dates: Wed., NOVEMBER 12th, 6-7 pm Sat., DECEMBER 13th, 10-11 am ** See locations on page 8 Our upcoming February “gala” fundraiser not only features the sale of wonderful art created by shelter and rescue animals, but we also host one of the most extraordinary auctions in Wine Country! We are searching for quality donations, from unique to practical: trips and getaways, wine, gift certificates, services, and merchandise. Pet-related gift baskets are always in demand - you might put one together with your co-workers! Gift cards for Michael’s, JoAnn’s or Aaron Bros. are also welcome to offset framing and event costs. For donations valued at $250 or more and turned in by Dec. 31st, you will receive TWO complimentary event tickets! For donor forms and more information, please contact [email protected] 6 The Paws for Love Foundation wishes to extend our heartfelt gratitude to some amazing folks who help us in so many ways ~ <=> Meet our Wine Sponsors for the 2015 “Paws for Love” Gala! Mutt Lynch Winery Iron Horse Vineyards Pedroncelli Winery Kenwood Vineyards We’ll be 16 in ’15! Join us at the gala! Feb. 7 th, 2015 Some special surprises are in store for you! Blue Dog Bakery Robin Ferguson Korbel California Champagnes Debbie McGauley Darla Fairlee Ulrike Steinke Sonoma Co. Animal Services Green Dog Rescue Project Marin Humane Society Forgotten Felines of Sonoma Co. SNAP Cats Michele Anna Jordan Framing Arts of Healdsburg Foppiano Vineyards Lindley Foss Fitch View B&B Portraits for Pits NorCal Pet Supply & our many dedicated Volunteers and generous donors! Doggie Gobblers! Homemade Thanksgiving Treats 5-6 ounces cooked boneless, skinless turkey breast (may substitute chicken, fish or other lean meat) 1 large baking potato (or averageaverage-sized sweet potato) cut into quarters, skin on 1 cup sliced carrots 2 cups oats 1 large egg AllAll-natural cooking spray Preheat oven to 350° Add ingredients to a food processor or blender one at a time, stirring by hand and then pulsing well with each addition. When thoroughly mixed, the batter will be thick & slightly pasty. Lightly coat the the cups of regularregular-sized or mini muffin pan(s) with cooking spray. Spoon batter into muffin cups, filling each evenly. Bake at 350° for 4040-45 minutes until firm. Place on a wire wire rack to cool, then flip pan to release treats. Makes 12 regular or 24 mini Doggie Doggie Gobblers. Gobblers will keep refrigerated for a week or frozen for a month. Serve straight from refrigerator, or warm for 1010-15 seconds in microwave. Cool before serving! 7 Paws for Love Foundation Board of Directors Ellyn Boone – President Alice Sleeth – Secretary Harry Leonard – Treasurer Robin Ferguson - Director Jeanine Leonard Director We met sweet Ollie at WOOFSTOCK in Marin last month. A handsome ambassador for his folks’ portrait business – Portraits for Pits – he has a lot of artistic talent himself! Paw Prints on the Calendar! Check out our upcoming EVENTS: Volunteer Recruitment Meetings! Wed., Nov. 12th, 6-7 PM Sat., Dec.13th, 10-11 AM ** NEW meeting location: Do you believe in magic? magic? Well, Rosco Rosco does! The magic of Sonoma Co. Volunteer Center Classroom A 153 Stoney Circle, Ste. 100 Santa Rosa our Silver Paws for Love senior pet adoption program and Sign up as a ’15 Gala Volunteer! *** Sonoma Co. Animal Ser Services brought this 14 year old senior boy together with his forever home. Congratulations, Rosco! Rosco! Be sure to LIKE us on FACEBOOK! Paws for Love Foundation Fetch ‘n’ Find us! Ellyn Jaques Boone Jeanine Leonard Executive Director Volunteer Coordinator 707-799-6151 [email protected] 707-889-4046 [email protected] _____________________ Paws for Love Foundation PO Box 9004, Santa Rosa, CA 95405 16 th ANNUAL PAWS FOR LOVE The “SWEET 16” Gala! Saturday, Feb. 7th, 2015 6 to 10 pm Finley Community Center 2060 W. College Ave., Santa Rosa Save the date! HOLIDAY HOLIDAY SHOPPING WILL BE HERE SOON! . Watch for us! We’ll be giftwrapping at the Barnes & Noble Bookstore in Santa Rosa on several dates in December – dates TBA – visit our Facebook page! And if you would like to assist, please contact Jeanine: 707-889-4046 or [email protected] 8
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