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Katrina’s Kritters Welcomed with Open Arms If you’ve been paying attention to the local news, then no doubt you’ve heard about H.O.P.E.’s extraordinary efforts to help ease the burden of overwhelmed shelters in the south and find homes for hundreds of animals who were lost, abandoned, surrendered or perhaps never had a home in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. Local and national media attention was incredible! It was (is) no small feat and the community really came through to help achieve this goal. It took great amounts of coordination, phone calls, emails, time, sweat, gas, supplies, money, and more than anything – compassion. This issue of Critter Quarterly is a little different this time around, mostly because we’ve been too busy! We’ve even had to cancel our annual fundraiser, Paw Prints, because it’s just too much to handle at this time. But we do want you to pay special attention to the list of all those who chipped in to help us bring all these critters to Wisconsin. We are so grateful to those who have donated what they can for the sake of the animals – their time, their surplus, their money. We ask that you take the time to read through the list of those businesses who contributed items and money and let them know that you appreciate their involvement with H.O.P.E.’s effort. We couldn’t have done it without them – or you.

Thank you so much!!

All photos of critters in their kennels are just a few of the many Katrina’s Kritters who have been rescued.

Katrina Tales HOPE Mailbag Donations Birthdays Memorials & Tributes

H.O.P.E. Safehouse, Inc. Founder Lynn Nielsen-Eeg Board of Director Lynn Nielsen-Eeg Jonathan Eeg Alan Eisenberg Lori Jensen Sharon Johnson Dave Braun Mike Balcer Cat Minister Kathy VanParys Fundraising and Event Committee Pearl Czechowicz Stephanie Hardy Debbie Prucha Lori Jensen Sharon Johnson Lynn Neilsen-Eeg Lynn Phelps Sharon Schuster Tina Anchondo Foster Coordinator Debbie Prucha Veterinary Assistance Crossroads Animal Hospital North Shore Animal Hospital The Animal ER of Racine/Kenosha Racine Veterinary Clinic Volunteer Coordinator Samantha Kupper Web Space & Hosting Paul Burdick

Critter Quarterly Staff Editor Carol Ann Garner

Katrina Tales Of course, whenever there is a rescue effort of this nature, there are going to be stories, and I’m sure there will be more. Here are just a few sweet and funny tales from some of the hard working people involved in the process:

From Jo Labre: When we were scrambling to find a way to transport animals, I searched online and found a cattle hauler in Missouri. After talking to him, he was willing to meet us in St. Louis to load empty cages, drive to Louisiana to pick up critters and deliver them to Wisconsin. He just needed us to cover the cost of his fuel. As you know, we used a fleet of vehicles from here, instead. Jon Eeg e-mailed the trucker thanking him for his offer, but we did not need his services at this time. I went one step further and UPS’d two O&H Kringles to him with a note thanking him again. When I didn’t hear from him after a couple of days, I called him to ask if he had received the package. “Was it a white box?” he asked. Yes it was. “Well, that explains it,” he said. The UPS man had tied it to the gate at the end of the driveway and either his horse or his four dogs got it. He had wondered if his wife had fed the dogs cake, because it was strewn all across the front yard, and one dog had frosting smeared on his face. He did thank me kindly for the thought, though!

From Samantha: We received a dog this week that came with a story. I got a call from a volunteer in Louisiana that said she is bringing up a special dog. When we got him, his collar had a note. “If you get this dog please call, do not euthanize” When I received this, I called them. No answer. Later that evening I received a strange call. It was the rescuers that found this beautiful dog (Bubba). This man was from California. He and his wife were in New Orleans helping with the search and rescue. As much as they loved him, they could not keep Bubba. Bubba is now in our care and is a wonderful dog.

Writer Lynn Neilsen-Eeg

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The list below represents the generosity of Racine’s business community. Please show them your appreciation for all their gifts by patronizing their businesses and telling them how grateful you are for all they have given. Gary & Peggy Fergus Small refrigerator Big Buck Builders Supply Lumber John Burgess Brannum Lumber Company Drywall for exam rooms

Gene Biesack Maier Trophies Kritter name tags - engraved tags for all rescues with “I Survived the Katrina Hurricane” and their name Bob (was contacted by Steve from Statewide) Master-Halco Donated 6 ft gate panels

Sharon Kristiansen Clean Co. Borrow cleaning carts

Terri Matthews TDS Metrocom 2 telephone lines w/DSL, 1 w/ unltd local & long distance, cell phone to use until installed

Jerry Becker Great Northern Corp. Large cardboard boxes Hoernel Key Shop Changed locks, provided keys

Anthony W. Mattson, Micheal D. Bannon Lathrop Center LLC Free use of building Jeff Lentz Landscaping Pea gravel

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Anne Gibson Sign Shop of Racine Banner by gravel pit area

Steve Rdyzik Statewide Fencing, Inc. Fence panels for kennels inside building & gravel pit fenced dog run at bike path

Rick DeMault Dr. Pepper/7 Up Soda cooler & soda

Jim Bishop Katt Construction Built exam rooms, got Big Buck to donate lumber, helped with permit process, assisted MAWI w/plumbing, built tables & platforms

Ron Professional Office Services Copy machine

Walter Southeastern Mechanical Inc. Adjusted air conditioning, repaired exhaust fan

Sally Brown, Gary Groenke Design Partners Inc. Design logo -"From the Big Easy to the Big Cheesy"

Larry Imperial Laundry Use of laundry cart

(arranged by Joanne Dean) Premium Waters Water cooler & bottled water

Kevin Mechanical Associates of Wisc., Inc. Plumbing work in grooming area John Miller Miller Plumbing & Supply Inc. Replaced faucets in restrooms Chuck Christoffersen Network Specialists of Racine Two computers & laser printer Kevin Giese Perfecturf Lawn Care Mowed grass at dog run (acquired by Colleen Geraghty) Petcot Co. 45 pet cots

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Tim Shea Van's Electric Service, Inc. Ran power in exam rooms, & for soda cooler & computer & grooming area Velvet Touch Laundromat Use of laundry facility Patrick Jensen Waste Management Dumpster - pickup 5 days/week Doug Fabio WE Energies, Property Management Gave permission to construct dog run at County bike path Carol Horton Young Touchstone File cabinets, banquet tables, shelving units, chairs

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Pat & Lee Ann Drs. Foster & Smith Anderson, Elizabeth Baker, Gerald/Judith Balcerek, Michael/Susan Ballo, Dorothy Baxter, Thomas/Anna Beaty, Wesley/Debra Becvar, Sonja Belden, Joanne Beres, Arlene Birkholz, Robin Blair, Harriet Bley, Charlotte Wieczork Bohlman, Edward Family Trust Bohlman, Jacob Borgi, John/Lorraine Bullamore, Eleanor Campbell, Diane Chamber, Richard/Barbara Christensen, Glenn/Carole Christensen, Ruth Chvilicek, Pamela Collie Club of Southern Wisc (The Paul Family) Cook, Paul Czosnek, Sandy Dairy Queen Degrave, Joan DeKeuster, Mark/Noha Demoulpied, Sylvia De Vincentis, John/Patti Dewitt, Barbara De Witt, Charllyce Dunk, Eugene/Dawn DuQuaiine, James/Mary Englund, Theresa Evans, Merry Feller, James/Judith Foley, Thomas/Cheryl Freier, Glenn/Shirley Gardner, Marion Garski, Kathy Garski, Richard/Marietta Geisler, Mark/Eileen Geisler, Patricia George, Lorna Giese, Mark Goebel, Earl/Evelyn Goodsitt, Irving/Claire Gordon, James/Nola Grabman, Carl/Elizabeth Graffy, Gillian Gravning, Ellen Grodey, Alan/Lisa Gross, Del Groth, Wayne/Katherine Haas, Joann

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Hacherian, Nishan Haggerty, USNRet, Timothy & Dianne O' Donnell Hall, Suzanne Hankerson, Robert/Patti Hansen, Kim E. Hegel, Marlene - POA Hegmann, Carol Jean Helfenstein Jr, Donald/Barbara Hendrickson, Diane Henze, Margaret Hesthaven, Mary

Hillyer, Marie Hoey, Donna Huffman, Jennifer In-sink Erator Division Jacobsen, Deborah Jelinek, Dale/Suzanne Jennings, Eric Jicha, Terri Jirgensen, Edwin/Patti Johanson Don/Sharon Johnson Jr Womens Club of Racine Kidwell, Gerald/Bonnie Killberg, Jerome/Louise Kitchingman, June Kitzmann, Harry/Marilyn Klein, Don/Gabriella Kramer, Gunter/Maria Kramschuster, Cris Krenzeke, Joyce Kutis, Tamara Larson, Jessie - JL Acctg Lazarevic, Slobodan (Neighborhood Bar) Lepinski, Keith/Christi Lepkowski Jr, Leonard/Nancy Majarucon, Ernest/Sally Maldonado, Henry/Nancy Mandelson, Rala Marcoe, June 4

Martens, Roy/Shirley Mazmanian, Kenneth McGhee, Dorri C Mellberg, Sharon Miller, LeRoy/Nancy Mohrhauser, James/Jean Mosher, Francis/Donna Much, Jeffrey/Jan Mudrak, Ronald/Pat Murillo, Jorge/Karen Myszkowski, Joseph/Marie Narlock, Marjorie Nelson, Carl W. Animal Shelter Nelson, Nancy Nelson, John/Sheila Neville, Joann Oberdorfer, Gloria Olson, Robert/Julia Opdahl, Larry/Shirlee Patti, Christopher/Debra Pincikowski, Leonard/Ruth Popielarski, Kathleen Prucha, Jerry & Debbie Rismeyer, Neil/Wendy Rohling, Claudia Rose, Harold/Linda Rossey, Isabel Estate of Delores J. Ruetz, Valerin V. Kardack PR Ruxton, Carol Sargent, Bruce/Suzanne Schmidt, Robert/Viola Schuleter, Karl/Marva Schulz, Kathryn Daly Schuster, Sharon Schwartz, Russell/Marie Seeger, Wayne/Deborah Seputis, Charles Shurpac Inc Slesarenko, Jay Smalancke, Dorothy Smathers, Marc/Robin Smith, Shirley Mae Sobczak, Deborah Sowinski, Sally Spohn, Nancy Stobba, Raymond/Bernadine Streuli, Connie Sudmeier, Ann E Taylor, Judith Thompson, Brenda Ulrich, Marilyn Van Strien, Patricia Voigt, Jolanta A. Wattie, Linda Wensing, John/Janeen Winter, Gail Witt, Dolores Zager, Mrs Ruth Zarbock, Earl Zinns, Wayne/Carolyn Zlevor, Mark/Catherine

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Happy birthday to all our members, volunteers, and friends!

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Cindy Briggs, Nola Gordon Tammy Rineer,April Hansen Debra Thogerson Elizabeth Braun Nancy Holtz Judy Huffmann, Derek Meyer, David Misun Geraldyne Annesley Sheila Bernstein, Kathleen Nielsen Dick Plant, Argie Blanco Patti DeVincentis Lynn Killberg Pat Sanders Sonja Becvar, Susan Oppeneer Ian Broadway Marilyn Austin, Chuck Williams Linda Schultz Victoria Faulkner Pat Therkelson Lynn Van Eimeran Lee Pullen Alan Deschler, Chantil Ruud, Kevin Schmidt Mary Miles, Tony Mattson

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Myla Jensen, Alisson Schultz Carol Buelow, Harriet Blair Mike Van Parys, Troy Schmitz Rose Beth Linda Barnier Kim Sewell Kathleen Popielarski Josephine Gregory, Julie Totsch, Ann Killberg Josh Alfonso Bonnie Alfonso Stanley Sutheland, Steve Oppeneer, Bob Kloski Barb Chambers, Jennifer Nelson Kelly Larsen, Terry Van Parys Michael Stewart Catey Mamerow Kathy Mattson Gary Gonter Karen Nelson

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Carol Ohde Mike Balcerek Merle Donahue Ashley Alfonso Don Olsen, James Verhegge Eric Jensen, Vicki Behrens Margaret Bauman, Marilyn Kitzmann, Judy Miller Bruce Sargent Wm Bielefeldt, Don Johnson Genevieve Sesto, Nancy Moresco Carol Froode, Jon Hanson

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Jackie Romeril in memory of Joan Johnson.

To Whom It May Concern, Please see the enclosed checks that represent a donation to HOPE Safehouse in memory of my mother, Eunice Haas, who died on 7-2-05. ~ Penny Francis

Jacqueline Boudreau for John Zold, Jr. Josephine Gregory for Martha Gregory. Dave/Diane/Beth & Rick Snyder memory of Lee & Gail Pullen’s dog T G.

Memorials from Steven and Victoria Roberts, and from Ruth Johnson in memory of Eunice Haas.

Richard Ruston and Diane Snyder, in memory of Bunny the cat.

This contribution is in memory of Dale Stanton. It’s from the proceeds of selling his Milwaukee County Transit System uniforms to his former MCTS coworkers. Thank you for your continued good work. ~ Barb Stanton & Spirit

Debbie Jacobsen in memory of Becca. Peggy Sowinski in memory of Tony Delaat cat Big Dog and also in memory of Steve & Linda Rumachik’s cat Blondie.

Caroline and Robert Fertig in memory of “Hecubus, our wonderful dog-like cat.” “Anything to increase the comfort of the cats!”

Doris Stitt honor of new dog Princess.

Linda & Gary and their kids, Alissa & Aaron Schultz, in memory of Keyboo “Keeks.” Keeks was our cat. She died on July 13, 2005. She was 14 years old. We miss her terribly.

We are making a donation in memory of Weber Walker, one of the luckiest, most wonderful Black Labs that ever graced our planet. He will be missed by his owners, Mary and Bill Walker, and all of us who were his friends. ~ Jann and Ed Waldeck, acknowledgement to Mary and Bill Walker.

Jeffrey, Sandra & Adam Wade, in memory of Richard Klingenmeyer. son and daughter-in-law Ken and Roberta Klingenmeyer.

This donation is for Weber, beloved family member of Bill and Mary Walker & Alan and Judy Reid. The following remembrance could not describe him better:

The enclosed check is given in memory of Shirley Chorbajian, who passed away a few days ago. I would you appreciate it if you let her daughter know that a donation has been given. ~ June Kitchingman

Weber of the Walkers ~ Joe Swanson You, the most calm, thoughtful of your breed: Comforted those who knew you, Helped those who would come to know you. You, with perfect conformation: Showed us how a Labrador Retriever should appear; Helped us to understand the perfection of your breed: honor and consistency. You, with careful consideration for young and old: Played out the concept of friendship and amplified the notion of signal love; Helped your family, with consistent commitment, With the theme of constant love You, Weber, brought love – most magnetically – to all that knew you. We shall miss you forever. for your time with us was nearly perfect.

Birthday Gift for Sharon Johnson from Charles/Gayle Katzfey, Edward/Jana Waldeck, Leslie/Mary Fregien, Alan/Judy Reid. Donations in memory of Dorie Roberts, from Nancy Wheeler, Milton Jordan & Vic Member, Ray/Jan Yocco, Jo Thul & Cheyenne, Beth Bockeloh, Gary/Cynthia Ramthun, Robin Wilber, Mike/Carol Merada. Barry Nielsen & Eric Hallquist in memory of Lilly & Woody (cats).

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I just deposited $357.00 in your Paypal account. It was your share of the proceeds from the wine dinner at The Grotto on Main Street. Sorry it is a bit late, and I wish it was more. We would like to support you in the future as well. We are animal lovers and live with two Boxers (Buster and Rip) and two cats (Max and Pepper). I am curious about the new facility you mention on the web site. Do you have a location?

Just a quick note to let you know the boys are well. Nicky is lovely as ever, and Sterling is pure joy. Thank you again for bringing them into my life. ~ the Schadwill Family

Thank you, Scott Sebastian The Yellow Rose • The Grotto • Sebastian’s

Hi there, “Faris” (Now called Meneheune) is the sweetest, most delightful cat and we adore her. She is such a sweetie and I can’t believe she was in the shelter for a year! She is such a delight and thank you so much for rescuing her and caring for her until we came along. ~ Caroline Roe and Robert Fertig

If you thought we had needs before... ∗ For Cats: Fromm dry cat food, any canned food, clay litter, toys

I am sorry I failed to forward this to you. Greta, now known as Lilly, is doing well. She is healthy, happy and very pampered. She has her own chaise lounge, blanket and has become official “Boss” of the house. Our Doberman mix, Delaney, has been diagnosed with an inoperable stomach tumor, and Lilly has been a Godsend for her. They play together like young lions and rest together as if they are mother and daughter. Thank you for your help and cooperation in allowing her to become a member of our family. ~Jeanne Parsons

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For Dogs: Toys, Science Diet, Fromm or Iams dry dog food, dog beds, sterilized bones, Nylabones, Kongs, leather or nylon leashes

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General Supplies: Paper towels, toilet paper, blankets/towels, dishwashing liquid, laundry detergent, Comet, Lysol, Febreeze, newspapers, and brown paper grocery bags

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... and as always, cash donations are very appreciated!

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Bonnie Alfanso Kathleen Behnke Doreen Daniels Alan/Cynthia Eisenberg Mark Giese Gillian Graffy Edwin/Patti Jirgensen Beverly Kading Stephanie Kavis Betty Kirsten Tammy Rineer Caroline Roe & Robert Fertig Harold/Linda Rose Cheryl Ruha & Julie Totsch Barbara Schmidt Gary/Linda Schultz Pat Severson Peggy Shafer Doris Stitt Michael/Linda Tinholt Jill Ward

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Regency Mall is sponsoring “Time of Giving” to help support local charities. On Saturday, November 19 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., all stores will be open and many will offer “one-day only” specials with the purchase of the coupon book. There will also be drawings throughout the day. To participate in this event, purchase a ticket from H.O.P.E. Safehouse for $5 per person. Redeem the ticket at Regency Mall on November 19 to receive a coupon book. The entire $5 from the sale of the tickets goes directly to H.O.P.E. Safehouse. These coupon books are an inexpensive way to get your friends and families to support our special organization while giving them a chance for a night out together or starting their holiday shopping. Thank you for your support and happy shopping!

Mike & Sue Balcerek Kris & Paul Cook David Misun James and Jean Mohrhauser Nancy Nelson

If you would like to help, but find you do not have the time to help out, we are accepting cash /check donations. They can be deposited at any Johnson Bank location in the "Katrina Kritters" account.

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Judy Johnson, Sauk County Humane Society * 608-356-2520 [email protected] Kirsten Kranz, Purebred Cat Rescue * 262-654-0764 [email protected] Maria Kirylo, Playing Again Sams * 262-821-0569 samrescue@ execpc.com Melissa Smith, Shelter Support Services * 608-258-7852 [email protected] Judy, Richland Area Rescue, [email protected] Jodi LeMoine, Boston Terrier Rescue * 920-716-1672 [email protected] Mary Palmer, North Central Maltese Rescue * 262-633-9371 [email protected] Jessicca Middleton, Starbright Rescue * 608-531-1457 [email protected] Staci Hooker, Parrott Valley Rescue * 608-790-2473 Staci Hooker [email protected] Lisa Hinz, Bullis and Friends * 608-356-9893 [email protected] [email protected] Mary Weissler, WI Min Pin Rescue * 414-962-0627 [email protected] Nicole Kuepper, WI Lab Rescue * 920-882-7853 [email protected] Suzanne Harmelink, Brittany Spaniel Rescue * [email protected] Diane Minnkota, Persian Rescue * 920-915-2749 [email protected] Kim Eichorst, WI Chi Rescue * 608 527 5865 [email protected] Laura Stafford, WI Westie Rescue * 920-882-0382 [email protected] Sherri Stack, Aussie Rescue * 608-577-7985 [email protected] Nancy McGouin, White Paws GSD Rescue * 920-606-2597 [email protected]

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Robert Stack, Recycled Pets Rescue * 608-547-0192 [email protected] Kathy Hron, Ferret Nook * 608-423-3315 [email protected] Terri, Retired Breeders Rescue * 715-225-7480 [email protected] Kathy Hron, Green Acres Boxer Rescue * 262-334-9050 [email protected] Cindy Rampacek, Reptile Rescue * 414-708-8698 [email protected] Patty Melka, Wisconsin GSP Rescue * 920-565-2538 [email protected] Lori Rhodes, GSD Rescue * [email protected] Beth Trogdon, Independent Bird Rescue * 262-635-8901 [email protected] Judy Vowell, Ferret Fanciers * [email protected] Cathy Davey, Packerdogs Lab Rescue * 920-205-5227 [email protected] Sue Schacht, Golden Retriever Rescue * 414-517-7725. [email protected] Lois Kalpacki, Shih Tzu Rescue of Central WI * 715-359-0872 [email protected] Liz Phipps, WI Pitbull Rescue * 608-437-7704 [email protected] Dolores Glytas, Humane Society of Portage County * 715-344-6012 [email protected] Jackie Sebastian, Midwest Border Collie Rescue * 219-476-7640 www.mwbcr.org Heather Schmidt, Coulee Region Humane Society * 608.781.4014 [email protected] Sheila O' Brien, Big Picture Animal Welfare * 608/221-2431 [email protected] Kathy Hubbard, Gordon Highlander Rescue Program 815-758-0243 [email protected]

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