TALBOT HUMANE PRESS RELEASES

It rained and rained and rained and the Humane Society of Dorchester County (HSDC) soon found their shelter filling with water. “Several of our dog kennels were filling with water and the drains just couldn’t handle the amount of rain we received last weekend,” explains Liz DiSimone Executive Director of HSDC. “We called Talbot Humane to assist us by housing several dogs.” “As soon as we received the call, we offered to lend a hand,” states Suzette Stitely Executive Director of Talbot Humane. “We’ve been helping their shelter recently by bringing dogs into our Pet Adoption Center when their shelter becomes overcrowded. You have to help your neighbors if they need it. It’s just the right thing to do,” adds Stitely. Talbot Humane credits their aggressive spay/neuter program for the decrease in the number of dogs received at their shelter; a 27% decrease over the past five years. While the number of cats received at the shelter continues to be a problem, Talbot County is producing fewer unwanted dogs these days. That’s good news for surrounding counties who may not be as fortunate. Talbot Humane reminds families looking for a pet to adopt one from your local shelter. Pets available at Talbot Humane’s Pet Adoption Center can be found online at www.talbothumane.org. Talbot Humane is a not for profit organization operated by a small staff and a large corps of volunteers all dedicated to finding loving homes for unwanted animals.

Julia Lees birthday party. Julia celebrated her birthday at Talbot Humane and asked her guests to make donations instead of gifts for herself.

Talbot Humane Board President, Charles Riter congratulates Fran Every on joining the board of directors.

Birthday Donation to Talbot Humane

Katelynn Cherry celebrated her 7th birthday on. October 12th. Instead of presents she asked her guests to donate to Talbot Humane. Donations are stacked behind the children in this photo. They included pet food, toys, a dog bed, dog and cat treats/bones, towels, bleach and cleaning supplies, food bowls, leashes and about $60 total in cash.

Talbot Humane Saves Homeless Dog

Life was pretty grim for Teddy Bear before he arrived at Talbot Humane.  Through no fault of their own, his family was homeless and living in a van.  Unable to provide the medical care he needed, they brought him to Talbot Humane.  When the six year old miniature Poodle was brought in, he was dirty and covered in fleas.  “We were told he had seizures and needed medication for them and that made finding him a forever home more challenging,” states Angela Fleetwood, Talbot Humane’s adoption coordinator.  He was terrified when kept in the kennels, so Fleetwood promptly moved him into her office.  “I knew there was a loving dog hidden inside of him, he just needed special attention,” adds Fleetwood.  Shari McCord agrees with Fleetwood and fell in love with Teddy Bear immediately.  “I knew he was the one for me and I’m so lucky Angela matched us up,” exclaims Shari who adopted Teddy Bear just days after meeting him.  “Adopting from Talbot Humane was a great experience and you can tell that the staff cares deeply for the animals there,” adds McCord.  Information about Talbot Humane’s adoption program can be found online at www.talbothumane.org.  Talbot Humane is a not for profit organization operated by a small staff and a large corps of volunteers all dedicated to finding loving homes for unwanted animals.

Terri White, DVM, Recieves Talbot Humane Award

Teri White, DVM was awarded Talbot Humane’s Natalie Porter Volunteer of the Year Award for her donation of veterinaryservices to the society. “Animals arrive at Talbot Humane with a variety of medical problems and we are so grateful to Dr. White for providing the care that they need,” states Animal Care Supervisor Dayniese Hurley. “For the past several years, Dr. White has been stopping by whenever we call her to examine animals and provide treatment. She’s helped hundreds of animals.” Talbot Humane provides extensive medical care to the animals at its shelter and placed over 1100 animals in loving homes last year. Information about Talbot Humane’s programs can be found online at www.talbothumane.orgTalbot Humane is a not for profit organization operated by a small staff and a large corps of volunteers all dedicated to finding loving homes for unwanted animals

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Talbot Humane Receives $10,000 Grant from PetSmart Charities

Talbot Humane recently received a $10,000 grant from PetSmart Charities to spay 150 female dogs and cats belonging to families who need financial assistance to sterilize their pets. The organization’s 10-year-old pet sterilization program successfully alters more than 500 animals per year, on average, to proactively fight Talbot County’s dire pet overpopulation problem. “Talbot Humane’s spay/neuter program is a great example of taking the initiative to improve the local community,” said Susana Della Maddalena, Executive Director of PetSmart Charities.

Families may make an appointment for their pet by calling Talbot Humane at 410-822-0107. “We’re excited to increase the total number of spay/neuter surgeries sponsored by Talbot Humane,” declared Suzette Stitely, Executive Director of Talbot Humane. “Spaying 150 animals should result in an eight percent reduction in the number of animals relinquished at our shelter next year.”

Since its inception in 1994, PetSmart Charities (PCI) has helped save the lives of more than 3 million homeless pets, and has funded more than $52 million to animal welfare programs across the United States and Canada. PCI works to improve the quality of lives for companion animals by creating and supporting programs that save the lives of homeless pets, facilitating adoptions through in-store programs, raising awareness of companion animal welfare issues, and promoting healthy relationships between people and pets. To learn more about how PCI is working to help find a lifelong, loving home for every pet, visit www.PetSmartcharities.org or call 1-800-423-PETS.
 

Talbot Humane Needs Funds for Kennel Air Conditioning

Nine year old Gabrielle Lembo, right, was on her way to visit her grandfather in Easton when she passed by Talbot Humane. She noticed the sign asking for donations to help with air conditioning for the kennels and asked her dad to stop. “I just felt my dollar would help the dogs when it’s so hot outside,” she said. “It’s worth giving up a soda to help my friends at the shelter.”

Talbot Humane has initiated a campaign to raise $20,000 which will be matched by a generous county resident. “We’re so grateful for this opportunity and look forward to providing our canine residents with a more comfortable environment,” adds Suzette Stitely executive director of the society. “Any funds over that cost will be used to enhance our cattery.” If you would like to make a donation, please mail your check to Talbot Humane, PO Box 143, Easton, MD 21601, or donate online at www.talbothumane.org. Talbot Humane is a not-for-profit organization operated by a small staff and a large corps of volunteers all dedicated to finding loving homes for unwanted animals.
 

Talbot Humane and Cat Hospital Team Up to Sterilize Feral Cats

Talbot Humane recently presented the Cat Hospital Eastern Shore (CHES), located in Cordova, with a window sticker designating the hospital as a feral friendly facility. This signage points out the facility as a hospital that will spay/neuter feral cats.

“There’s no doubt that there is a tremendous need to assist the community is sterilizing feral cats,” states Dr. Renee Rucinsky, left, CHES’s medical director. “We are proud to offer this much needed service.” Talbot Humane estimates that there are over 7000 feral cats in Talbot County based on the county’s human population.

“If left to breed unchecked they create many more problems for our community,” adds Suzette Stitely, right, Talbot Humane’s executive director. “We want to thank CHES and all veterinarians who recognize this problem and have offered to help,” adds Stitely. Anyone feeding feral cats is encouraged to call Talbot Humane at 410-822-0107 to learn about the society’s feral cat management program. Talbot Humane is a not for profit organization operated by a small staff and a large corps of volunteers all dedicated to finding loving homes for unwanted animals.

Pet Microchips Now Available at Talbot Humane

The number one cause of pet death in the U.S. is getting lost. More than 10 million pets are lost every year and without identification, 90% never return home. Talbot Humane has partnered with HomeAgain microchips to help Maryland families reunite with their lost pets. Talbot Humane staff is excited about HomeAgain's new proactive recovery system. When a pet enrolled in the new program is lost, veterinary offices, animal shelters and volunteer Pet Rescuers located within 25 miles of where the pet was lost are called immediately. The service works even when traveling with your pet. For more information, call 410-822-0107.

Talbot Humane Adoption Coordinator Angela Fleetwood, center, shows Meagan Payne, left and Sandra Simmons, right, how the microchip program will work for their newly adopted kittens.

Talbot Humane Overflowing With Healthy Cats Needing Homes

“Our Pet Adoption Center is full, full, full with healthy cats and kittens for adoption,” states adoption coordinator Angela Fleetwood. “We have over 70 cats at our shelter and another 40 kittens in foster care.  We need 110 forever homes right now in order to place all of them!” 

National average for cat adoptions is 20%, while Talbot Humane’s adoption rate is 63% in 2007. “We are also designating June as Adopt-A-Shelter Cat month,” states Fleetwood. “Unlike “free to a good home animals,” our cats are vaccinated, sterilized and microchipped. At our Pet Adoption Center during June, all adult cat adoption fees are reduced 50%.” 

Talbot Humane also reminds Talbot County residents of its low-cost spay/neuter program for cats. If you are looking for a new pet or need spay/neuter assistance, The Pet Adoption Center is located at 7894 Ocean Gateway in Easton. Talbot Humane is a not-for-profit organization operated by a small staff and a large corps of volunteers all dedicated to finding loving homes for unwanted animals.  

Talbot Humane Receives Grant from The Snyder Foundation For Animals

Talbot Humane has been awarded a grant of $10,000 from The Snyder Foundation for Animals, Inc. in Baltimore, MD. The grant, which was awarded through a competitive selections process, will be used to provide low-cost spay/neuter services for pets of lower-income families and senior citizens. This is the eleventh grant the humane society has received for this project and over 2000 animals have been sterilized through this program.

“This grant will have a substantial impact in decreasing the pet overpopulation in our community,” states Suzette Stitely, executive director of Talbot Humane. “Since the start of our spay/neuter program, we have seen a significant decrease in the number of puppies and kittens entering our shelter.”

Talbot County residents needing financial assistance for spaying/neutering their pets should call Talbot Humane at 410-822-0107. Barbara Feeser presents the Snyder Foundation grant to Suzette Stitely while Richard Anderson looks on.
 

Talbot Humane Donates Oxygen Masks

Easton firefighter Brett Barnett holds a pet oxygen mask over the head of Missy Moe, one of numerous cats living in a house that burned in Caroline County. The mask was donated to the Easton Volunteer Fire Department by Talbot Humane.

Talbot's first responders certainly respond to fires in our neighboring communities and thankfully the oxygen masks were available," said Suzette Stitely, executive director of Talbot Humane. "We want to make sure all animals on the Mid-Shore are protected so we're challenging the Caroline County Humane Society to purchase masks, too."

Talbot donated the first set of three masks to Steve Vaughn, executive director of Caroline's Humane Society, who was anxious to receive it based on his experience in using the kits to save the lives of cats in a recent fire.

Talbot Humane is continuing its fundraising efforts to provide more equipment for first responders. To support the Animal Emergency Program at Talbot Humane, send donations to PO Box 1143, Easton, MD 21601 or go to our online donation page.




Photo by Roxanne Doster, Star Democrat

Talbot Humane Receives Gifts from the Country School

“It happens every year, but it’s still a great surprise for our shelter,” states Patty Quimby shelter coordinator for Talbot Humane. “The generosity of
the County School students is overwhelming.” At the end of the school year, the fourth grade class hosts a pet show. The admission fee is a donation of food, toys, or cleaning supplies for Talbot Humane. “I know the students have a great time doing it, and it certainly helps our shelter at
this busy time of year,” adds Quimby.

After dropping off the gifts, the students visited the shelter’s animals. Parents and students alike were overwhelmed by all of the cats and kittens at the facility, and Talbot Humane staff encouraged them to adopt a feline.

Talbot Humane’s Pet Adoption Center is located at 7894 Ocean Gateway
in Easton. Adoptable animals can also be viewed on the society’s website www.talbothumane.org. Talbot Humane is a not-for-profit organization operated by a small staff and a large corps of volunteers all dedicated to finding loving homes for unwanted animals.

4^th graders Annabelle Fichtner, Lexington Haines, and Caroline Petosa deliver the donations.