Volume XXIV Number I

What You Do To Annoy Your Dog by Amy D. Shojai, Certified Animal Behavior Consultant

hile aggravating dog habits make owners show their teeth, clueless humans also raise the dog’s blood pressure. Here are seven common things you do to make your dog howl.

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Misunderstanding His Bark: Dogs use barks to communicate alarm, excitement and boredom–and owners annoy dogs by ignoring these important warnings. – Shouting “Shut up!” can increase barks if your dog thinks you’re joining the barkathon. – Ignoring some barks — squirrel alert! — could encourage a dog to stay quiet when a burglar drops by. – Lonely dogs relieve boredom by talking to themselves with barks or howls. Instead of yelling when your dog sounds off, say “Good bark,” so he knows you heard him. That will also reassure him that you plan to address the scary squirrel issue that he so kindly pointed out. You might also try create a three-bark limit before asking him to hush with a treat or toy that keeps his mouth busy and quiet. (Puzzle toys stuffed with treats are particularly good at keeping bored dogs entertained.) Being Inconsistent With Potty Training: Accidents in the house are common owner complaints, but dogs don’t think we play fair. Yelling at your dog to stop mid pee or punishing the dog minutes or hours after she’s done the dirty deed is confusing. She knows you’re unhappy but won’t know what to do instead. Particularly confusing is if you do something crazy like rubbing your dog’s nose in her mistake. Anger over potty problems teaches your dog to hide deposits better and avoid “going” in front of you, which makes it even harder to explain proper potty manners. Instead, take your dog to the right spot after meals, naps or playtime, and reward her production so she understands that pooping outside on the street is what you want. Incarcerating Him Outside: Though dogs enjoy spending time outside, they want to be part of the family. Leaving Fido PAW PRINTS | February 2012

alone too much hurts his feelings, so he’ll dig, climb or jump fences to find company. You may think tethering or chaining is a solution, but such tactics can increase aggression–tethered dogs can’t get away from scary or threatening situations and use their teeth instead. If you think your dog is feeling too fenced in, boost the time you spend with him and work to make him feel like part of the family. Forcing a Car Ride: Dogs either love cars or hate them, based on what happens during or after the ride. Work to associate the car with fun, positive experiences rather than just trips to the vet. Go for rides to the dog park or stop at the drive-through for a tasty treat. Leaving Him Behind: Separation anxiety affects some dogs so much that they throw fits if left alone. Dogs will destroy objects or even injure themselves trying to soothe their angst or escape to follow you. One way to handle this is by helping them get accustomed to your coming and going. Stage situations where you leave and quickly come back over and over again to dilute the power of your absence. Puzzle toys also keep the dog’s mind (and teeth) occupied during the critical first 20 minutes or so after you’ve left. Making Him Go Out in Bad Weather: Sure, some breeds adore romping in snow, but those same dogs may hate going out in the rain. Whatever the case, each dog, regardless of breed, will have its own preferences about going out in bad weather. But you can diminish the discomfort. Invest in a raincoat or jacket for your dog to protect him from the elements. Consider creating an indoor-potty zone for tiny dogs who get chilled easily outside. Sleeping Late: Dogs can’t imagine why owners sleep late on weekends when the best sniffing and walking time is the break of dawn. Cold-nose pokes and raising a ruckus points out empty bowls and full bladders. Dogs believe their job description includes keeping owners on the proper schedule. Understand that and try to stick to a regular timetable.

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Volunteer of the Month... CARLOTTA LONSDALE Carlotta is a dream volunteer who walks the small dogs Monday through Friday. MaxFund can only dream to have volunteers like Carlotta—people like the postmen who come in the cold, warmth, spring, summer, fall and winter—rain or shine. She has been at MaxFund since 2007 and has made a huge impact for the little dogs! She makes sure that each and every small dog gets out for a walk before noon. Everyone deserves their time in the sun.

FROM THE WORLD OF GUS No no! Bad boy! I hate to hear those words. Why then, you ask, do they have to use those words on me so often? I get reprimanded more than all the other pets together. Am I really just a bad boy? First, let’s deal with the cat part of our family, because they are different from all other creatures that I have encountered. Cats are not stupid; they know what they are “supposed to do.” But cats reserve for themselves the right to decide for themselves what is right or wrong. Cats agree 100% with the philosophy of the ancient Greek Epicureans: always avoid what is painful, and do what brings pleasure. For ancient Greeks that philosophy resulted from hundreds of years of reasoning and debate. For cats it is because it is. For dogs it is more complicated. For instance my constant companion, Gypsy, a sweet obedient Setter/Lab cross, is a very bad dog if she can bolt through a door or slip a leash. She will run. She will run for hours until she is exhausted. She will cross the road and chase things. Very bad. She will act ashamed when she comes back and go back to her normal very good behavior. But, you know, next week or next month, if Gypsy gets a chance to run, nothing can stop her. For me there is no one thing. I just can’t help pushing the envelope on everything, finding what I can get away with before thunderbolts start being hurled from Mount Olympus. In the end we all know, no matter how we misbehaved, that it won’t be long before we get back into the arms of the family, and can enjoy our full complement of love.

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Carlotta is very friendly, outgoing, and always cheerful. She is willing to hold a dog for pictures if asked. When someone suggested nominating her for volunteer of the month, she didn’t want it, because her focus is not on recognition. Her focus is strictly on the animals. But she is too great of a volunteer not to honor! Thank you, Carlotta, for all you have done! The small dogs thank you too!

Is Gus in trouble again?

MaxFund’s Annual Open Meeting All MaxFund members are welcome. March 13, 2012 6:00 p.m. 720 West 10th St. Denver, CO 80204 (Cat Adoption Center)

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A CAT’S UNIVERSE by Snoopy & Gizmo

WOW! 2012!! Time sure flies when you are having fun and we always try to do that. Gizmo and I were watching TV the other day and everyone was talking about making “New Year’s Resolutions”. Some people were planning to lose weight. Some said they were going to eat better or exercise more. We are not sure why it is so important to make a resolution, but not wanting to be left out, we decided our resolution would be to just have even more fun. That might mean sleeping longer on cold days, playing more or coaxing our people to sit down longer so we could get in their lap or curl up beside them for extra loving. Now the “extra love” part is something we think everyone should consider. They say that petting an animal lowers your blood pressure and makes you healthier. Everyone seems to want to be healthier, so we think people should consider giving an extra hug or kiss or holding someone who is sad, and that might be helpful (we’ve never seen people pet one another so that may not translate). Perhaps people’s lives are just so busy that they forget the little things. Just saying “thank you” can make someone’s day a little nicer. After all you can’t hug or kiss everyone. Please be sure to remind all you friends and family that there are still lots of animals in shelters that are still looking for their New Year wish of a forever family. We wish you all a great New Year! Your Cat Reporter, Snoopy

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Published monthly by MaxFund Animal Adoption Center, a true no-kill shelter to provide medical care for injured dogs and cats with no known owners, and to find new homes for these animals once they are recovered. The MaxFund is committed to the following goals: –Develop and implement educational programs pertaining to animal care, with emphasis on the importance of spay/neutering. –Disseminate information on

spay/neuter facilities and conduct spay/neuter clinics for low-income families. –Be a spokesperson for the animals on issues of animal welfare. –Cooperate with other animal facilities/shelters in the accomplishment of the above goals. Contributions for this newsletter are welcome. Please check the back page of newsletter for each month’s deadline. We especially enjoy letters and photos from animals adopted from our shelter. MaxFund Animal Adoption Center 1025 Galapago Street Denver, Colorado 80204-3942 Phone (303) 595-4917 Fax (303) 595-0192 3

Adopt a Lifelong Companion and a Friend Forever

PILOT Pilot is a happy long-haired Terrier mix. He is very friendly and playful. Gets along with everyone.

MILLIE Millie loves to play with tennis balls and love to play fetch. A great companion for an active family.

CODY Cody is a friendly and outgoing dog, and he likes all people. Better with older children.

CYPRESS Cypress is a handsome orange boy. Very sweet boy. Enjoys having his head petted.

MAX Max is an 8 year old German Shepherd mix. Knows many verbal commands.

SPIKE Spike is a sweet girl! Loves lots of attention. Has an amazing purr.

RITZ

EBONY

DAISY

Ritz is a very polite kitty. Loves getting attention but he will politely wait his turn.

Ebony is as sweet as can be but a little shy. She does love to be petted however.

Daisy is an adorable little girl with a sparkling, loving personality. Active and playful.

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FOSTER OF THE MONTH Kathleen Hall Kathleen is an angel for MaxFund who has fostered 10 dogs since 2007. After her three dogs passed away in a short time, she wasn’t emotionally ready to commit to having a dog full-time but still wanted a canine connection. So she decided to foster. She started with Friday, whom she had for two years until he died. Then the MaxFund asked her if she would foster a paralyzed Dachshound, and she couldn’t resist. As she says, “How could I say no?” Since then, she has fostered mostly older, big dogs who have health issues or need socializing before they are ready for adoption. According to her, her job is to get the dogs as healthy as possible, remind them what it takes to be a good indoor family member, and assess them for certain behaviors. Will they get along with cats? Other dogs? People in general? How are they with kids? Are they house broken? Do they like men more than women? Sometimes it takes a while to get their health issues under control but she enjoys helping many dogs learn to love and trust a human again. She cuddles with them, plays with them, teaches them manners, and helps them learn to be part of a family again (or for the first time). According to her, that gives her such a warm feeling of satisfaction. While all of her fosters have a special place in her heart, some really stand out. Reno was a Shar Pei who stole her heart. He suffered from skin disease, had allergies, could barely hear and was blind in one eye. In his good eye, the skin kept his eye covered so he couldn’t see from it either and would have to tilt his head at every possible angle hoping to get a peek at the world. His skin issues made him smell extremely bad but he had such a good heart, was sensitive and kind to other animals. He was affectionate once he got to know you. His life was less than ideal, so Kathleen focused on getting him to wag his tail, which made her heart soar when she got this sign of approval from him. His skin condition finally got under control and he was ready to go to a permanent home. Despite his difficult life, he was never moody and was a role model for Kathleen on how to treat the world even when life is challenging.

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Sheba is her most recent foster. Sheba was at MaxFund for almost three years and was starting to get institutionalized, so Kathleen took her home. When she first arrived home, she was very confused having so much space to roam and needed a small room to feel secure. After a couple of months, Sheba finally felt comfortable to hang out in the living room with everyone. Now, Sheba spends time wherever Kathleen is in the house. When Kathleen is at work, Sheba sleeps in the living room either on her orthopedic bed or one of the couches where she can watch out the big picture window all day—such a difference from her kennel at MaxFund! Unfortunately, Sheba is roughly 10 years old and needs two surgeries, so any adopter that has called has been scared off. At least Sheba can live with Kathleen until she has her surgeries and gets adopted, or she passes away. WHY DOES SHE FOSTER? Kathleen knows that she could adopt a dog. But then she could give only one a good life and by fostering, she can help many dogs learn to love and trust a human again. They have all been a little shell shocked from being plucked out of their old lives and dropped into the shelter, and Kathleen wants to help them. She discovered she has a knack for loving these wonderful animals while she has them and she gets so much satisfaction from helping them. She knows this is what she is meant to do. She is truly happy when one of her foster kids goes to a new home. She sends them off with a hug and a prayer, and she moves on to the next one she is destined to help. According to Kathleen, she certainly gets more than she gives from fostering these wonderful dogs who just want someone to love. Thank you, Kathleen, for helping these dogs and giving them a loving home until they find their forever, adoptive home or pass away with you. They, and the MaxFund, are so lucky to have you! You, too, can experience the joys of fostering. MaxFund is always in desperate need of foster homes, especially cat foster homes. Please contact the shelter today to find out how you can foster.

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you know, Nancy was just wonderful as well. She not only sent home some of the food Navi had been used to she also let her pick out a toy to take home.

Dear MaxFund, Enclosed are a couple of pictures of our adoptees from February. As you can see, they are struggling to adapt to the sunroom environment. If anyone remembers, they had the names Lilly (with one eye) and Katy. They are now Lilly and Sassy. She’s a “sassy lassie.” They have taken over the house.

Thank you again for all that you do to keep animals safe and loved. Melody & Rogelio

Thank all of you for your efforts, Danny & Marilyn Ramsey Bea Hi MaxFund, Just sharing a couple of pictures of our dear rottie girl Bea from this Halloween. She attended her first ever party and was quite the socialite, impressing everyone with her manners, and kisses. Lilly and Sassy

Thanks! Lisa Dear MaxFund,

Nikki

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Kara immediately took to being called Navi, so she is officially Navidad now and she couldn't be happier in her new home. We were amazed at how quickly she settled down and made herself right at home. We couldn't have asked for a better dog! She's enjoying belly rubs and walks in the park and has claimed the couch as her own. We've even had a few successful interactions with the cats. As I'm sure

Navidad Dear MaxFund, Brownie (now known as Champ) who we adopted last June, and Shirley (now known as Joy) who we adopted in 2008, along with their human servants, Larry and Debby, are hoping everyone at the MaxFund is having a happy holiday season. Things are excellent here. Joy and Champ are best friends who are real attention-getters in the neighborhood. One lady even comes out with a biscuit for each of them when she sees them walking by. It’s hard to get them past that house when she’s not home! Continued on page 7

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Continued from page 6 They were fortunate to have squirrels build a nest in the big ash tree by our deck, and the squirrels will come to the door to look for them in the mornings if they’re not paying attention and ready for a chase. It would have been nice if Champ had chosen to sleep in his own bed burrowed into his own blankets the way Joy does, but we don’t mind him sleeping between us – except when he crowds. He’s a wonderful little character, and we wanted to let the MaxFund know how well he’s doing now since you cared for him for so many months and hope that all the rest of the furries on your website find loving homes also. Thanks for putting us all together! Larry & Debby Krupicka

Champ and Joy

THANK YOU ARVADA BIZ CONNECTION (ABC)! We wanted to acknowledge a small Meetup Group that featured MaxFund as their local charity for the months of July, August and September of 2011. Their group collected and donated to MF $1000.00 at the end of the quarter! Super! Thank you so much Barbara Ilyes, Virlie Walker, Debbie Sloan, Jackie Meyer, Robin Wiggs and many others in the ABC, that supported MF each week for 3 months. We (Ken Mann, Jan Eckhardt, Chelsea Manschot and a few others from MF) met weekly to network with this group and discuss the mission, the goals, the animals and the shelter, the needs and the various events of MF. Among them, the Molly-Dharma Run, the Lucky Mutt Strut, Puttin’ on the Max, and others. This connection was made when Ken Mann was contacted because of his connection to the Annual Molly-Dharma Run … a motorcycle ride and block party event that is scheduled every year on the 2nd Sunday in June. Please contact, support, and perhaps join the Arvada Biz Connection at http://www.meetup.com/Arvada-Business-Connection/ “The Arvada Business Connection meets Wednesday nights in various Olde Town Arvada establishments (see calendar for specific location). We are a Business and Social gathering for professional people who believe in building long-term relationships. While we are new to Meetup, we have been meeting on a weekly basis for 6+ years. We collect $5 from each participant – 100% goes to a local charity, and we feature a new charity each quarter.”

THANK YOU ABC!

Dear MaxFund, Just giving you an update on Camille the sweet little girl we adopted Friday, her name is now "Lucy Joy". I have no idea where my daughter heard the name, but that's what it is. She is doing very well on potty training, IF the kids pay attention; she actually sits in front of the door letting you know she has to go. We have yet to convince her that she can go out the doggie door all by herself, but I am hoping she tackles her fear of the door soon. She is fitting in very nicely and LOVES to PAW PRINTS | February 2012

sleep in bed with her people. If she is not playing she is sitting in someone’s lap. She made the family trip to Grandma and Grandpa’s for an overnight visit and did very well. Grandma and Grandpa were very impressed with her good behavior. I just wanted to thank you all again for what you do, it is very important and wonderful! Sincerely, Daphne and Family

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MaxFund Animal Adoption Center and Celtic Tavern/Delaneys Bar invite you to join us for the

18th Annual Chili Cook-Off WHEN:

Sunday, February 19th, 2012 Chili Judging/Tasting from 1pm to 3pm and Chili winners announced at 3:30pm WHERE: Celtic Tavern/Delaneys Bar in historic LoDo 1801 Blake Street, Denver, CO 80202 | 303.308.1795 HOW MUCH: $15 @ the door** or pre-purchase at maxfund.org using the link for $10 before February 17th at 5 pm HOW DO I REGISTER MY CHILI: Click the chili cook off link at maxfund.org For more details go to maxfund.org. ** 100% of the proceeds from this event are graciously donated to the animals at MaxFund **

The MaxFund mobile adoption van will be parked out front of Delaneys Bar with many adoptable pets to meet during the event. Drink specials including a $4 beer of the month for which the Celtic will donate $1 to MaxFund! The winning chilis in each category will win a cash prize and there will be a Grand Prize for the chili that has the most overall votes from all categories. The event is family friendly. MaxFund merchandise and fun goodies for pets will also be available for sale. All proceeds will benefit MaxFund. We will also be collecting any donated items from the MaxFund wishlist (on maxfund.org) during the event for the shelter (including dog food, beds, toys).

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Memorials Silent Paws In memory of Bo – Joseph Davis In memory and in honor of our MaxFund furry family members – Diane Helfer In memory of our friend, Knuckles, who brought so much love and joy to our friends Larry and Mindy. They are both so lucky to have had so many wonderful years together – Gary Cohen In memory of Hannah – Shannon Friel In memory of Marley, owned and loved by Caroline & Warren Baker – Trilla O’Connell In memory of Martha Ridgway’s beloved, Yankee – Ken Suess In memory of Sherry’s beloved dog, Chessa – Karen Sbrockey In memory of Banner, beloved Golden Retriever of Momma Joan and Bruce Evashevski – Anetra & Keith Evashevski In memory of our dog, Monkey – Zahari Tzigularov In memory of Sundance Giase – Susan Duchin In memory of Mary Nell Lochard’s beloved Chantzi – Dwight & Nancy Ready In memory of Cassandra Robbin’s beloved dog, Jewell – Linda Rohrenbauh In memory of Jeff & Michelle Dalbey’s beloved, Mongo – Chris Beal In memory of Mr. & Mrs. Steve Spenard’s beloved companion, Bits – Rich & Becky Wolf In memory of Sadie & Patches – Marilyn Hall In memory of Shasta – Kathy McKune In memory of Dan & Cindy Mullen’s beloved dog, Jake – Vicki Romeo-Mullen In memory of Julie & Pat’s beloved lab, Gus – Shannon Friel In memory of Pixel – Ryan Magee In memory of our beloved, Gigi – Robert Brydon In loving memory of my dog, Buster. I lost him this year. He had a long life, the first part of which was torture, then I found him in a shelter. I miss him dearly – Catherine Thilman In memory of Harry – Susan & Steve Halstedt In memory of Bonnie & Clyde – Kathie Finger In memory of General – Tricia Houston In memory of Crackers, Crumb, & Piper – Larry & Jackie Lumley In memory of Bo, Puma, Bozer – Jeff Van Demark In memory of Lhasa – Donald & Arlene Burt In memory of Buff – Marie Coleman In memory of Max & Cara – Sandra Goldhaber In memory of Leah Arthur’s beloved, Tucker – Emily Holmes In memory of Millie – Travis Douthit In memory of Floppy, best friend to Suzanne, Bryan, and Sebastian – Carla Rosenblum In memory of our beloved, Prince - Kelly Rockouski In memory of Savana – Sue Zimmer In memory of Yogi - you will be missed - Love Faith and Ruby – Faith Hoxworth

Silent Memories In memory of my beloved daughter, Susan Unger – Joseph Davis In memory of Eric Thomas Eide – Karen Larson In memory of David Hoffman – Gail & Kory Levin & Family In memory of Mary Chandler Mahoney – Annette Chandler In memory of Raye Elsberry – Mary Kay Stinson, Deborah & Martin Buckley In memory of Douglas Eicher – Andreia Goldberg, Jeannine Munger, Lillian & Charles Marshall, Robert & Anne Johnson, Britta & Warren Rodie, L. K. Frogge, William Frogge, Sharon Gaouette, Ted Thiel, Donna Debell, Robert & Debra Peiker, Carol Worland In memory of Joyce Ann Pearson – Janet McLaughlin In memory of Frank Sharkey – Dr. Timothy Bridge In memory of Maxine Morgan – Sue Sheldon In memory of Jimmy Dougherty – Phuonglan Nguyen In memory of Malcolm Lauder – Dianne Lauder In memory of Jenny Stevens – Todd Stevens In loving memory of Max E Millian III – Kelsi Renner In memory of Elizabeth Holtzman – Lynn Holtzsman In memory of Mary Ann Lintz – Deborah Cattani In memory of all of our pets, who brought joy to our lives – Cynthia Sarmiento In memory of Barry Green – Sue Ashbaugh In loving memory of Ted Lockwood – Brian Pendleton In memory of Maxine Benjamin – Glenn & Joan Severin In memory of George Bravica, Jr. – J. S. Bravdica In memory of my Mother and all her wonderful critters – Margo Boyle In memory of FRAT Agility Club member’s partners that have died – Frat In memory of my daughter, Courtney, and because I love my little Alice/Tootsie – Barbara Lauman

Honorable Mentions In honor of Christmas for Rick & Dee Pickering – Pat & Bruce Pickering In honor of Christmas for Michael Hammer – Grace Nalepa In honor of my beloved family – Judy Matthews In honor of Spunky & Sharlett – Gesa Robeson Merry Christmas, Mary Earl – Cathy Lewis Merry Christmas, Kristi & Chris Campanella – Amy Anderson To honor our friend and coworker, Cindi Douglas. You brought Sunshine to our work days! – Lori Rothwell Merry Christmas, Jose – Ted Menendez In honor of Soup, who passed a year ago, and our Jasper, who joined us a year ago from MaxFund – Laura McGaughey Merry Christmas, Rob Saldana – Shannon Saldana Merry Christmas, Robert & Mary Jane Elliott – Amy Elliott In honor of my wonderful neighbor, Tommy Joe, who was always kind to my dogs – Vicki Hall In honor or Monet, Max and AngelLove – Vicki Hall In the name of Joan Lund & Glad Arne – Margaret Mohan Merry Christmas, Julia & Marc – Denise Bergin Merry Christmas, Kathy Young – Carol Kluver Merry Christmas, Gloria Talberg – A. Ginger Ketz Merry Christmas Mary Beth Rapp – Marylynn Boxly For a Merry Christmas from Mo and Dawson – Stacy Kruger

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Merry Christmas, Mary Beth Rapp – Marylynn Boxly For the love of my granddogs, Zephyr & Copper – Sara Oxley In honor of the Shar Pei puppies – Juanita Ladyman & John Sanders For the special occasion of Christmas – Mary Ann & Ron Raab Merry Christmas, Anne Beck – Seth M. Bradley In honor of Risa Stedman’s birthday – Lynn Grover In honor of Bev Nitkowski’s birthday – Lynne Wright In Honor of Miss Noell’s birthday - the ultimate animal lover! – Eileen Stricklin Merry Christmas to John and Jerri Church. They’ve made an excellent home and life for their dogs Sydney, Bailey, and Sadie – Rachel Hemmingsen Sis, Merry Christmas, Happy New Year and Happy Birthday – Love, Renee & Calli For the McCreery Family as a holiday gift – MaryAnn Trebian Merry Christmas, Christine Sibona – James Sibona For Linda & William Emmett and in honor of Hitchcock Emmett for the Holidays, 2011 – Eric Loew & Ben Emmett For Carol Bennett – Jane Frasier North Training Solutions (BOLDRunning) Running Group would like to donate for our Christmas Gift – Ewen & Heather North Margy and Josh Lentsch-Richter inspire us with their commitment to dog rescue efforts, and we are making this donation to honor their time and love they give every animal they have ever known – Craig Brannen In the name of John Perkner – Joan Corrado In honor of Anthony C. Gold & Boudreaux – Albert Gold In honor of Barbara & Dale Mullen’s dog Cag for the 2011 Holiday Season – Lorrie & Mark Covert In honor of Mary King’s Ebony, Brutus, Midge, & Flake for the 2011 Holiday Season – Lorrie & Mark Covert In honor of Audrey Rupnow’s cats Fergie, Laverne, & Stella for the 2011 Holiday Season – Lorrie & Mark Covrert In honor of Linda & Ron Black’s dogs, Gus & Sissy and their cat, Mia for the 2011 Holiday Season – Lorrie & Mark Covert In honor of Amy & Brad Sorensen’s dog, Ralph for the 2011 Holiday Season – Lorrie & Mark Covert In honor of Lindsey & J.D. Patterson’s dog, Blu for the 2011 Holiday Season Lorrie & Mark Covert In honor of Sherry & Jim Stanger’s, Oliver for the 2011 Holiday Season – Lorrie & Mark Covert In honor of Katherine Detre’s cat, Tony for the 2011 Holiday Season – Lorrie & Mark Covert Merry Christmas, Lauren Klopfenstein – Kristin Alcouffe Merry Christmas from the Berg Pack! - Gary, Kayla, Hat Trick, Divot & Diamond Belle Merry Christmas, Carson Baer – Thomas Carson Merry Christmas, Michelle Danly and in honor of Carrie Danly whose love we all miss - Dea Danly Merry Christmas, Lori Beckman – Cheri Hagmeier In Chris Jezek’s name for all the furries needing a new home – Diane Lieberman In honor of Betty Adler and her dedication and service to ownerless animals in Denver – Jean & Todd Adler As a Christmas gift in honor of Delia Stafford – Kathy Stafford In the name of Barbara Anshutz and pals Rosie & Walter – Martha Cox In honor of Eileen Gomez’s birthday – Lisa & Scott Moore In honor of Anne Golseth & Lisa Waits & Patricia Barker – Carol Prescott In honor of Sarah Freese – Robert Brydon Merry Christmas, Pat Orcutt – Mark Richards In honor of Gloria Talberg for Christmas – Anne Dutka Merry Christmas, Sandra Scherer – Helen O’Donovan In honor of Sandy, Pete, Erin & Kaylee Decarolis – Chris Knoepke In honor of Lorin O’Toole – Ramzi Harik Merry Christmas, Joe & Kim Lujan – Michelle Fears Merry Christmas, Rebecca Province – Murry Huizingh Merry Christmas, Nancy Murray – Shannon Reese In the name of Cheryl Vogtman – Michelle Mauney Merry Christmas, Doug & Christa Bell – Love, Leigh Anne Bell Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, Ana Carlson – Amy Carlson In honor of Cynthia Zimmerman – Alisa Zimmerman In honor of Karen Zimmerman – Alisa Zimmerman In the name of Claire Dineen – Margaret King In honor of Nancy Myers – Rachel Pidgeon In honor of Tom & Linda Sippel Lemmer – Dr. & Mrs. Joseph Lemmer In honor of Dolores Furman’s 80th birthday – Megan Williams In honor of Gary Brozek & Jenny Good – Pamela Marquardt To honor Max - he was a great furry friend and is much missed – Kenneth Kohl For Anne Beck – Paul Bradley In honor of our daughter-in-law, Deborah Perry, whose birthday is January 1st – Betty & Winn Perry For Susan Stensrud’s birthday – Mary Stensrud For the Holidays – Nancy McVay For Julie Gasparovich’s birthday – Pam & Mike Penton In honor of Ruth Anne Zimmerman at Christmas – Alisa Zimmerman In honor of Moon, Neo and Jake – Maria Farnon From Zack and Dani (from their allowance) in honor and memory of pets past, present and future — Homer, Chimney, and Daisy (who came from MaxFund) – Mark Neher In honor of Sundance, our beloved Yellow Lab, whom we adopted from Maxfund. He couldn’t have been more loved, given us more joy or left a bigger hole in our hearts when he suddenly left us at the age of six – Richard Giase In honor of Tiger & Missy – E. Jan Hurst In honor of Deb Golden’s so special boy, Rudy – Janet Burnham On behalf of Rich for his love of animals everywhere - Theresa Rendler In honor of Donna Cashen, long-time volunteer - Troy Denkinger In honor of Jessica Taylor’s birthday – Alexa Taylor

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AUTOMATIC DONATION —THE EASY WAY TO GIVE— CALL PAULETTE CURRY AT (720) 266-6081 OR DONATE USING PAY PAL WWW.MAXFUND.ORG

THE LEGEND OF RAINBOW BRIDGE

by William N. Britton

This thoughtful book is the Native American story of what happens to our pets when they die. It was written by the Director of the Companion Golden Retriever Rescue Program in West Jordan, Utah. This story makes a perfect gift for anyone who has lost a pet. You can order your copy from the MaxFund for a $10.00 donation for each book ordered. Pawnote: This book can be sent as a memorial. Please sent me_____copy(s) of The Legend of Rainbow Bridge. Enclose a $10.00 donation for each book ordered, plus S/H charge of $1.00 for the first book, .50 for each additional book. Please make checks payable to The MaxFund. I am enclosing a check for_____________. Name: _______________________________________________ Street: _______________________________________________ City:____________________________State:_____Zip: ________ Phone #: (_______)_____________________________________ Mail to: The MaxFund, 1025 Galapago, Denver, CO 80204

OUR WISH LIST Purina One Dry Cat Food (Salmon & Tuna) Purina One Kitten Food Dry and Canned Friskies Canned Food • Iams for Dogs (Chicken & Rice or Lamb & Rice) Large Milk Bones• Cat Litter KMR Milk Replacement for nursing Kittens and Puppies Windex • Stamps Long Choke Chains • Sturdy Leashes All sizes dog harnesses Toys for Dogs and Cats • Cat/dog traps Packages of Raw Hot Dogs (dogs are given medication with them) Bleach • Paper Towels • Toilet Paper Facial Tissues • Dish Soap • Fans Whiskas Cat Milk • Large Blankets (no comforters, please) Acreage for a Sanctuary—Our Dream Gift Cards for Office Max and Office Depot Vist the MaxFund Wish List under “Find a Gift” on Amazon.com!

DONATIONS • MEMORIALS • SPECIAL GIFTS If you would like to make a contribution to The MaxFund Animal Adoption Center to recognize an outstanding achievement or service, to commemorate an occasion, in memory of an individual or pet, or to sponsor a Pet Pal, please complete the following and mail it to The MaxFund, 1025 Galapago, Denver, CO 80204 or call 303-595-4917 for more information. This gift is [ ] In Memory of (Animal Friend) __________________________(Human Friend)______________________ [ ] In Honor of (Animal Friend) ____________________________(Human Friend)______________________ [ ] For the special occasion of _______________________________ [ ] To sponsor a pet pal ($15 a month). Cat_____Dog_____Either_____Enclosed is_____for_____months. [ ] Enclosed is my monthly Pledge. Amount__________ [ ] Please contact me to volunteer. [ ] MaxFund is in my will. This donation was made by:

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MaxFund appreciates our dog run and cat colony sponsors! Support from the following sponsors helps to cover the cost of food, vaccinations and medical care for the animals at MaxFund. Our sponsors appreciate your business! ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Robert Gratiot Dog Portraits www.robgratiot.com (click on “Good Dogs”)

Interstate Roofing New Roofs, Reroofing, Repairs 303-763-9114 [email protected]

CRCG (Canine Rehabilitation And Conditioning Group) 303-762-SWIM www/dog-shim.com

Proud Sponsor of Cody

Proud Sponsor of Fergus

Proud Sponsor of Greta

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Lawrence P. Hartlaub Attorney at Law 720-488-2771 [email protected]

Bellco Credit Union www.bellco.org

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Would you like to do more to help the animals at MaxFund?

Become a dog run or cat colony sponsor today! As a MaxFund sponsor you’ll receive a 5x7 ad space on a dog run or cat room wall and you’ll be featured on this page of the Paw Prints Newsletter! Your monthly donation will help to provide the necessities for the deserving and appreciative cats and dogs at MaxFund. For more information call Pam at 719 210-3338 or email [email protected]. PAW PRINTS | February 2012

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MAXFUND SERVICE DIRECTORY Sponsors appearing below either pay $30.00 per month or they contribute a significant amount of in-kind donations. If you would like to be listed on this directory, please contact the MaxFund offices at (303) 595-4917. ACCOUNTING SERVICES Robert D. Colwell, CPA 5728 S. Gallup St. Littleton, CO 80120 (303) 347-9402 DOG TRAINING & SERVICES Teaching in an Effective and Loving Way Group Classes: Beginning through Specialized. Behavior Counseling. Boarding with Training, Reiki, Yoga (with your dog), Intuitive Readings—10% off any service for dogs adopted through MaxFund. The Misha May Foundation, mutts in safe homes always Executive Director–Lorraine May 303-239-0382 [email protected]. CRCG Canine Rehabilitation (303) 762-7946 LOCKSMITH Sierra Locksmith—Louis Chavez, Owner 7347 W. Kentucky Dr. “B” Lakewood, CO 80226 (720) 435-7518 Commercial, Residential and Vehicles PET GROOMING Uncle Dan’s Pet Grooming Dan Goracke & Kerry Malloy 1440 Carr St., Lakewood, CO 80214 (303) 205-1586 Tues-Sat 7am to 5pm Waggin’ Tails “The Gentle Touch” Grooming • 21 Years Experience 4223 S. Broadway, Englewood, CO 80110 (303) 781-9961

K-Canine Wellness Rehab, massage, acupressure, reiki, nutrition and behavior (303) 324-3911 [email protected] REAL ESTATE Paulette Goemmer, Broker Associate Keller Williams Real Estate (720) 313-2176 Mention the MaxFund and Paulette will donate $250 upon the success of any Real Estate contract. Greg Christian, Broker Associate Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage (303) 972-8900 $250 Contribution to MaxFund on any closed contract. RESTAURANT Tom’s Home Cookin’ Tom Unterwagner and Steve Jankousky 800 E. 26th Ave. (26th Ave. at Clarkson St.) Denver, CO 80205 (303) 388-8035 Emerald Isle—Famous for Mexican Food and Sunsets on our Deck Overlooking the Cherry Creek Reservoir 4385 S. Parker Rd., Aurora, CO (303) 690-3722 The CelticTavern 1801 Blake St, Denver, CO 80202 Ph: 303-308-1795 • Fax: 303-308-1576 Pizza Republica 5375 Landmark Pl., Greenwood Village, CO 80111 (720) 489-2030 ROOFING Interstate Roofing, Inc. All types roofing and seamless gutter. New, reroof & repairs. Lic & ins. Free est. Donation to MaxFund for each complete job. (303) 763-9114

SHEDS Colorado Custom Sheds Nathan Bray Cell: (650) 208-3885 • Landline: (303) 670-3396 [email protected] www.coloradocustomsheds.com THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE Christina M. Bara, NCMT (303) 750-5458 Massage Heals More Than the Body... VETERINARY SERVICES MaxFund Wellness Center 1000 Inca St., Denver, CO Dr. Bill Suro, Dr. David O’Brien, Dr. Kristen Larson (303) 595-0532 Low Cost Veterinary Services—Open to the public Douglas County Animal Hospital 531 Jerry, Castle Rock (303) 688-2480 Dr. Roberts, Dr. Eppard, Dr. Gervais & Associates Aspen Commons Animal Hospital 1842 S. Parker Rd., Denver, CO 80231 Dr. Bob James (303) 368-4171 ANIMAL CARE Cutting-Edge Energy Therapy Institute Pet Communication • Trauma Release Therapy Pat Pattison, CMT CHT PEC (303) 722-0272 E-mail: [email protected] www.milehiclassified.com They give 40% of each ad placed on their webpage to the MaxFund. Place your ad on-line. $29.99 for 30 days. Add photo for $1.00.

PET AND HOME CARE CIJI’S Natural Pet Supplies 2260 Kearney St. Denver, CO 80207 (303) 322-8000 Bonnie Simpson, Owner/Mgr. PAWS UP PET SUPPLY Promotional offer: When you enter “MAXFUND” in the coupon area of the checkout you will receive 10% off your entire order and we will donate 10% or your order total to MaxFund as well. Your #1 Source For Anything Pets! http://www.pawsuppetsupply.com 877-604-PUPS(7877)

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