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HOLIDAY BAZAAR AND CRAFT FAIR FUNDRAISER

BENEFITING SHELTER OUR PETS

WITH THE SUPPORT OF THE GFWC PASKACK JUNIOR WOMAN’S CLUB!

Saturday, November 16th, 10am-4pm
Woodcliff Lake Senior Center
Tices Corner Marketplace, Woodcliff Lake, NJ

Mark your calendar for a holiday craft fair featuring local artisans selling handmade jewelry, home decor and unique gifts. The event will be held at the Woodcliff Lake Senior Center, located right in the heart of Tices Corner Marketplace.

         

If you are a local crafter or artisan, you can participate in this exciting event!  There are two options available:

VENDOR TABLE $75

• All proceeds of sales goes directly to the vendor.
• A great way to reach and provide information to new customers in our area.
• Raffle prize to be drawn the day of event.

EVENT SPONSORSHIP $150

• Includes a vendor table.
• Your logo on all Shelter Our Pets event promotion, including our website and email marketing.
• Your business name and sponsorship included in all press releases.
• Sponsorship position on ShelterOurPets.org for one year (through 12/31/14).

Have an item to donate? Shelter Our Pets will also have a donated merchandise sale table.

For more information please contact us at fundraising@shelterourpets.org or call 973-506-9696.

YOUR PARTICIPATION WILL HELP SHELTER OUR PETS FULFILL OUR MISSION TO PROTECT AND SHELTER ANIMALS OF ABUSE SURVIVORS!

PARTICIPATING VENDORS:  

My Heartworks
Sequin Garden Jewels
RMN Handmade Paint Brushes
Mary Kay: Carolan Prisco
Tastefully Simple

THE HOLIDAY BAZAAR IS SPONSORED BY:

Shelter Our Pets, Inc. is an all-volunteer New Jersey nonprofit corporation serving the entire state and beyond.

Shelter Our Pets

P.O. Box 564

Montvale, NJ 07645

Phone: 973-506-9696

Contact us by email at info@shelterourpets.org. 

Shelter Our Pets Seeks Secretary

Are you good at organizing people?  Scheduling meetings?  Taking notes?  Are you into email and communication?  Would you like to be a part of something very special?  Shelter Our Pets is seeking a Secretary.  This position is an officer of the organization and requires a commitment to the board, volunteers and the mission of the organization.

The Secretary shall:

●      record the minutes of the Organization’s Board meetings and other meetings

●      keep the minutes and records of the Organization in appropriate books.

●      distribute proposed minutes to all board members for review prior to the next meeting

●      file any certificates required by any statute, federal or state at the direction of the Board.

●      give and serve all notices to members of this Organization.

●      be the official custodian of the records of this Organization.

●      may be one of the officers authorized to sign the checks of the Organization.

●      present to the membership at meetings any communication addressed to the Secretary of the Organization.

●      submit to the Board of Directors any communications which shall be addressed to the Secretary of the Organization.

●      attend to all correspondence of the Organization and exercise all duties incident to the office of Secretary

●      perform other duties as assigned by the Board.

If you are interested, send a letter of interest addressed to the Board of Directors at info@shelterourpets.org.

Help us Keep Abuse Victims and Their Pets Together

Super storm Sandy showed us the incredible bond between owners and their pets.  

Help us preserve that bond and protect animals from abuse.

Shelter Our Pets is the only organization in New Jersey focused on offering a safe haven to the pets of domestic violence victims!

Shelter Our Pets, is a new NJ nonprofit with the mission of providing temporary shelter to the pets of victims of domestic violence while they flee their abusive situations.  Our unique organization provides a specialized service, offering safe and loving care and shelter to pets of abuse victims, either with a foster family or at an area kennel, until they can be reunited with their owners.

This holiday season, Give Thanks by donating to help an abuse victim rebuild their life with their pets.

Just $1, $5, $20 or more will help us protect animals who may be subject to abuse, who are being threatened of being abused or simply cannot stay with the owner in temporary housing as they rebuild their lives.

Your donation will go directly toward Shelter Our Pets’ start-up costs, including funds for insurance, pet medical care, supplies, food and kenneling.

There are two ways to donate.  Donate online through Paypal or send us a check by mail to:  

Shelter Our Pets, Inc.

P.O. Box 806

West Milford, NJ 07480

Thank you for helping us protect the animals of abuse victims and happy holidays!

Preparing Your Pets for Hurricane Sandy With a Go Kit

Just as you would pack a GO BAG as your family’s emergency supply kit, think about the basics for survival for your pet(s). Consider assembling a lightweight GO KIT you can take with you if you and your pets have to get away. Review your kit regularly to ensure that it’s contents, especially foods and medicines, are fresh.

PET GO KIT

Recommended supplies for your pet’s Go Kit:

Food and Water

• Keep at least three days of food in an airtight, waterproof container.

• Store at least three days of water specifically for your pets in addition to the water you need for yourself and your family.

• Pack their food and water dishes

Medicines and Medical Records

• Keep an extra supply of medicines your pet takes on a regular basis in a waterproof

container.

• List the name and contact information for your pet’s veterinarian.

• Talk with your veterinarian about permanent identification for your pet such as micro chipping, and enrolling your pet in a recovery database. If your pet has a form of permanent identification, include the recovery’s service’s name and contact information in your kit.

• Keep up-to-date copies of your pet’s registration information, adoption papers,

vaccination documents and medical records in a clean plastic bag or waterproof

container in your kit.

Medical Requirements for Animals That Need Kenneling

Dogs:

• Rabies vaccination.
• DA2PP (Distemper Combination) given every 3 years. 
• Bordetella vaccine given every six months. 
• A negative heartworm test within the past year if they are on monthly heartworm prevention. This should be in your vet records. If no proof is available, testing should be performed prior to the surrender. 

Cats:

Kennels often require that cat guests must be vaccinated against Rabies and FVRCP.

Collar with ID Tag, Harness or Leash

• Your pet should wear a collar with its rabies tag and identification at all times. Include a backup leash, collar and ID tag in your pet’s emergency supply kit.

First Aid Kit

• Talk to your veterinarian about what is most appropriate for your pet’s emergency

medical needs.

• Most kits should include cotton bandage rolls, tape and scissors; antibiotic ointment; flea and tick prevention; latex gloves, isopropyl alcohol and saline solution.

• Include a pet first aid reference book.

Crate or Other Pet Carrier

• If you need to evacuate in an emergency situation, take your pets and animals with you provided that it is practical so do so. In many cases, your ability to do so will be aided by having a sturdy, safe, comfortable crate or carrier ready for transporting your pet.

• The carrier should be large enough for your pet to stand, turn around, and lie down.

Sanitation

• Include pet litter and litter box if appropriate, newspapers, paper towels, plastic trash bags, and household chlorine bleach to provide for your pet’s sanitation needs.

• You can use bleach as a disinfectant (dilute nine parts water to one part bleach).

• In an emergency you can also use it to purify water. Use 16 drops of regular household liquid bleach per gallon of water.

• NOTE: If using bleach as a disinfectant or to purify water, do not use scented, color

safe or bleaches with added cleaners.

Picture of You and Your Pet Together

• If you become separated from your pet during an emergency, a picture of you and your pet together will help you document ownership and allow others to assist you in

identifying your pet. Include information about species, breed, age, sex, color and

distinguishing characteristics.

Familiar Items

• Put favorite toys, treats, or bedding in your kit. Familiar items can help reduce stress for your pet.

A List of Contacts

o Prepare a list of neighbors, friends or family that may be willing to provide pet “foster care” if your pet can’t go with you to a shelter.

o Find a safe place ahead of time by preparing a list of pet boarding services, or hotels and motels outside of your immediate area that accept pets.

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Article NorthJersey.com, Montclair: Fleeing with all of the family

Check out the article on Shelter Our Pets, published Monday, October 22, 2012 on NorthJersey.com

New nonprofit may give hope to women and their pets  More>

Update on Carrie and Her Dogs

Here's an update on Carrie, a woman who is staying at an area shelter with her 16 year old daughter and two dogs. 


Thursday afternoon Kelly's two dogs, Star and D.O.G. were seen by Dr. Silberman at Tri-County Animal Hospital in Wayne, NJ.  Both dogs received an exam, heart worm tests and vaccinations thanks to the generosity of three Companion Animal Advocates board members who made personal donations.  The dogs will now be able to be boarded if necessary.
Carrie wrote to us saying "...due to the generosity of Shelter Our Pets, D.O.G. and Star were able to be seen at Tri-County Animal Hospital.  The doctor [Silberman] and his assistant Erin could not have been more warm and caring.  Star's bear attack wounds are healing well and she was given her distemper vaccination.  D.O.G. on the other hand was examined for his back right leg which he has been having trouble walking on.  The doctor gave us the extremely sad news that D.O.G. has a Torn Cranial Cruciate Ligament.  D.O.G. lives for running around and horseplay, so as you can imagine the news shattered my heart.  The doctor said that the surgery that D.O.G. requires is $2500.  He said that if he doesn't have the surgery he will eventually be a three legged dog."   Carrie continued,  "They also provided us with a bag full of treats and nutritional supplements for both pets."  According to Carrie, Tri-County staff member Erin is donating dry food and the hospital is donating a dose of Frontline for the dogs.
Carrie adds in her email, "We are so grateful for all of your love and continued support.  The dogs tummies are filled once again this morning with their generously donated food and are in good spirits."  
Shelter Our Pets just incorporated this week and is now accepting donations by check.  The organization will be applying for 501c3 status.  You can click on the Donate button on this blog for more information.
Carrie left us with these words, "I have never felt so encouraged by a group of people. Thank you so very much, [Shelter Our Pets] for your genuine love, care and support. My puppies didn't ask to be in this tough situation. We are so fortunate to have Shelter Our Pets on our side. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!! Thank you for seeing how important they are to us and loving us through this difficult time." 

Companion Animal Advocates, a nonprofit organization, just donated a case of soft food for Star who is thirteen years old and can not chew dry food.  They also generously donated a full year supply of Frontline and Heartguard for the animals.  

A Thank You!

"Star and D.O.G. are resting after a day full of eating their wonderful food and playing until they were pooped!  I don't know what I would do without the help of the loving women at [area shelter] and Shelter Our Pets.  Thank you with all of my heart, Carrie"

One of the dogs wearing a donated car harness.

"Our situation is unique, but I know there are other families are going through difficult times keeping their pets as well.  God bless Shelter Our Pets!  God Bless [area shelter]!" 



*Shelter name undisclosed for protection of clients

A Night at a Safe House - Dogs Need Assistance

Last night Shelter Our Pets attended a meeting at an area "safe house".  There we met Carrie, a client who is living in shelter housing with her teenage daughter and her two dogs.  We met the two dogs.  One is a male 6 year-old ridgeback mix.  He is limping just slightly on a back leg and may have a sprain.  The female Star is 13 years old.  She has dental disease so she can only be on soft food.  At the safe house where Carrie is living, Star accidentally escaped and went after a bear on Tuesday night and has a few small punctures marks.

Shelter Our Pets members are working today on making phone calls asking for donated vet services so Carrie's dogs can be seen.

Thanks to Companion Animal Advocates, Carrie will be able to pick-up dry food for her pets through the Center for Food Action.

Please LIKE Shelter Our Pets and Companion Animal Advocates on Facebook and help us spread the word about the good work happening!

More updates to come!

Shelter Our Pets

A group of concerned community members are in the process of forming Shelter Our Pets intended to be a New Jersey non profit organization. Shelter Our Pets’ mission will be to provide a safe haven for the pets of victims of domestic violence who are fleeing their abusive situations. Shelter Our Pets assists people seeking safety from violence by providing alternatives to giving up a beloved pet, leaving a pet behind in a potentially dangerous situation or continuing to subject themselves and their pets to abuse.  If you want more information or are interested in volunteering, please contact us at shelterourpets@gmail.com.