Talbot Humane is thrilled to be partnering with Lacaze Meredith Realty at 17 N. Harrison St. to open our Pawsitively Fabulous Boutique in downtown Easton.  The shop will be open Friday- Sunday beginning on Waterfowl Weekend and will open every weekend through December 22nd.

The boutique is filled with fresh ideas and gifts for everyone, not only animal lovers.  Even if you are not a pet owner, you will want to visit our shop for gifts and goodies for yourself, friends and loved ones.  Candles, clothing, home decor, pet toys and more will be filling the shop, all to benefit the animals of Talbot Humane.

The idea for the store came from Talbot Humane volunteer Melinda Sebastian.  Melinda is the brains behind our wonderful boutique each year at Bark in the Park and helps manage our gift corner at Talbot Humane.  With a background in retail, purchasing, and design, this was a perfect fit. “I wanted to find a unique and fun way to help raise funds for the shelter.  My mother works at LollyPop Farms, a shelter in upstate New York.  Their boutique raises thousands of dollars each year for the animals.”  Melinda was ecstatic when Lacaze Meredith offered part of their office space.  “This partnership will benefit both businesses,” shares Melinda. “Their location is perfect.  The staff at Lacaze Meredith has been so helpful, we are all excited to see this become a success!”

Melinda and her volunteers will be greeting shoppers Fridays and Saturdays 10AM-4PM and Sundays noon-4PM through December 22nd.  Once you’ve visited our boutique we hope you support the other downtown businesses as the too  give back to the community in so many ways.

We are pleased to announce our participation in the 2013 Maryland Charity Campaign. This campaign allows Maryland state employees to donate directly from their paychecks to one of many charities within the state. “We are so happy to be involved with this program once again,” states Patty Quimby executive director of Talbot Humane. “Being chosen as a charity partner gives our supporters one more way to donate and make a difference for the animals of our community.”

Talbot Humane is happy to visit state offices in Talbot County and share information about Talbot Humane. Simply call Patty Quimby at (410)822-0107 to set up a presentation. For those state employees interested in supporting Talbot Humane, our designation code is 1280.

Bark in the Park brings the community together, raises awareness to the plight of homeless animals and is a wonderful day of fellowship among animal lovers.  But, let’s face it- the funds raised are VITAL!

Everyone, even those who cannot attend, have a chance to  make difference for the animals in our community.   

• Create a fundraising page to support the animals.  Have friends and family donate on your behalf.  This is your chance to share why animal welfare and Talbot Humane are important to you! Click here to learn how to set up an online fundraising page for Talbot Humane– it is super easy!

• Make a one time donation through our fundraising site to benefit our Bark in the Park/UNLEASHED Fundraising Drive or on behalf of one of our awesome Bark in the Park/UNLEASHED  Fundraisers.  
  • BITP/UNLEASHED Donation Page 
  • Fundraisers:
    • Amy Denayer 
    • Amy Eutsey 
    • Kristin Darbee  
    • Quimby’s Crew 
    • The Barron Kitties   
    • And there are more friends adding pages every day! 

• Register today for the Bark in the Park Dog Walk  

• Register today for the Bark in the Park Kids Fun Run (new this year!)

• Register today to run UNLEASHED through Easton in the Bark in the Park 5K or 10K race 

 More MUST SEE events at Bark in the Park this year:   

• Parade of Adoptable Dogs including regional shelters and rescue groups
• The Fun and Famous Dog Show
• Agility,  dog tricks, tail wagging contest, chow down
• Animal Rescue Tent- local veterinarians and regional animal welfare groups in attendance
• Vendors
• Carriage rides, Music, Shopping and much more!

Businesses & Local Non-profits- We want YOU! 

• For more information on becoming a corporate sponsor please download the 2013 Sponsorship Packet.
• Local business wishing to have a spot? Please download the 2013 BITP Vendor Application.
• Local Veterinary Hospital please download the 2013 BITP Veterinary Heroes Registration.
• Local Non-Profit or animal rescue organizations please download the Non Profit and Animal Rescue Registration.

For more information on how you can be a part of this life saving community event, please contact Nancy Wells (410)822-0107 or email nancyw@talbothumane.org today!

We Thank Our Sponsors

Baird Wealth Management

Bay Imprint

C. Albert Matthews

Captain’s Ketch Seafood

Choptank Electric

Delmarva Unleashed Magazine

Eastern Shore Vacation Rentals

Easton Elks Club

Easton Utilities Commission

Foxy’s Harbour Grill

Hair o’ the Dog

Hertrich of Easton

Jason’s Computer Services

Maryland Environmental Service

M&T Bank

Mid Atlantic Tire

Oxford Lawn & Landscape

PetSmart

Pierson’s Comfort Stations

Preston Automotive

Provident State Bank

Queenstown Bank

Salisbury Gift & Garden

Tricrown Inn for Pets

Visitors TV Network

West & Callahan

Whitten Insurance/Nationwide

YMCA of Chesapeake

As of May 1, 2013 there were 86 felines in our care.  Most of these are wonderful adult cats looking for a loving home.  As cat lovers know, felines, when well cared for and living indoors can live to upwards of 15-20 years!  So a 5 yr old cat still has so much to give.  In an effort to place our adults before kittens season kicks into high gear we are offering all cats 5 years and older at the bargain adoption fee of only $5 for a limited time.  All interested parties must still submit an adoption application and follow the regular process.

Remember, all of our cats and kittens are spayed or neutered, vaccinated- including the rabies vaccine, FeLV/FIV tested, wormed, receive flea and tick treatment and microchipped.  Stop by and meet our cats Monday – Saturday after 11AM.  We are sure you will fall in love!  To see some of the many cats available at Talbot Humane, simply click HERE.

If you are anything like those of us here at Talbot Humane, you too are wondering where 2012 went!  So much was accomplished for the animals of our community.  2013 is here and we are ready for another successful year!

Here is a snapshot of 2012:

• More than 1,320 animals entered our care
• Over 980 animals were adopted, transferred to other 501.c.3 rescue groups or rehabilitation centers, or, were lost and reclaimed by their owners.
• 270 animals entered foster care to receive the specialized care they deserve
• Volunteers gave over 15,000 hours of their time to Talbot Humane
• Officers responded to nearly 800 initial calls and complaints
• Over 600 animals were spayed and neutered
• Over 700 children received a lesson in humane care and kindness to animals
• Your votes placed us in 1 of only 50 spots in the ASPCA Rachael Ray Competition
• You won us 5,000 lbs of kitty litter from Worlds Best Cat Litter
• We participated in over 50 events around our community thanks to our dedicated volunteers
• We got UNLEASHED for the first time!  Creating a charity marathon training program we hope to continue for many years to come
• Year 3 of Bark in the Park was bigger and better than ever- thanks to YOU!

Because we each did our part, 2012 was a success for the animals of our community. We are looking forward to what 2013 holds.  We hope you continue to follow and support our efforts.  If we each do a little, together, we DO make a difference.

Resolve with us to make a difference in 2013- Adopt. Donate. Volunteer.  Save a life with Talbot Humane!

For the Animals,

Patty Crankshaw-Quimby

The holidays are a wonderful time at Talbot Humane.  We love joining in all of the joy our community has to offer and hosting a few fun events ourselves!  There really is something for everyone during the holidays at Talbot Humane!

• Matching Gift Campaign thanks to a generous donor through December 31st! Thanks to a generous member of our community, we have been offered an amazing gift!  The chance to double our donations!  Our goal is to raise $30,000 during the holiday season for the animals in our care.  All you have to do to double your donation is put “matching gift” in the memo line of your check.  Your donations will make double the difference for the animals!  To donate online simply visit our secure site here.  In the memo type “matching gift” as well.

• NEW!  Westphal Jewelers Charity Begins at Home Campaign:  Thanks to the generosity of Westphal Jewelers owners Bill & Lisa Westphal, this year if you tell them your charity of choice is Talbot Humane, we will receive 10% of your sale!  Click here for details: http://talbothumane.org/westphal-charity-begins-at-home/

• Saturday December 1st Talbot Humane’s 4th Annual Home for the Holidays Open House.  Once again we plan a fabulous day of adoptions, fun and fellowship at Talbot Humane!  Great shopping in our Pawsatively Fabulous Boutique for the animals and animal lovers in your life.  We have raffles and door prizes, goodie bags for all adopters too!  Volunteers are already planning their treats to serve and of course we will have an abundance of pets in need of new furr-ever homes. We hope you choose to stop by and enjoy the day with Talbot Humane!

• Saturday December 1st Easton’s Olde Tyme Holiday Parade!  Starts at 7p downtown!
  

• Saturday December 8th Christmas in St. Michaels Parade 10:30a

• Saturday December 8th The Arts in Easton Banner Auction.  Beginning at 7p at the Waterfowl Building, this year Talbot Humane is so thankful to be the beneficiary of Mr. Allan Mielke’s banner “Dr. Ozzy.”  We are very lucky to have such a gracious friend of Talbot Humane!  For more information or to view the banners visit the banner program site here.

• Saturday & Sunday December 15 &16 Photos with Santa Paws at the Easton PetSmart. Each year PetSmart donates to local shelters by their Photo with Santa Paws program.  This year the weekend for Talbot Humane to benefit is December 15th & 16th!  We will be there from 11a-4p, ready to help you make a holiday memory with your pet!  The photos cost $10, and Talbot Humane will receive $5 from each photo sold on these days.  These make great gifts for family and friends!  We love that it has become a tradition for so many of our adopters- a great way to give back to Talbot Humane.  We hope to see you!

• Saturday December 22nd The 4th Annual Cookie Walk and Pawsatively Fab Boutique at the Easton Farmer’s Market starts at 8a.  This event has become quite a sensation!  Thanks to Talbot Humane volunteer Jen Frye’s idea, this event has raised a ton of cash for the critters in our care!  Our volunteers bake like mad to help the animals, and help take some of the stress off you during the holiday season!  The idea, we have hundreds of homemade cookies lined up.  You buy your box, and we fill it with your choice of delish treats!  These make great gifts, use them instead of baking away yourself, or just have them on hand when friends drop by.  Every cent goes to the care of the animals.  Our boutique will also be open for those last minute gifts for the pets and pet lovers in your life.  Interested in helping bake?  email our volunteer coordinator Susan Langfitt today and she will add you to the list!

• Tuesday December 25th Santa Paws Delivers!  From 7a-9a Talbot Humane Elves will be delivering adopted pets to homes!  Click here for more details!

As you can see, there is a lot going on at Talbot Humane in the coming weeks.  We hope you join in the fun.  We appreciate you for all you do to help the animals in our care, and in the community.