Northeast Veterinary Hospital
NEVH held a Rabies Clinic on May 24. The
doctors and staff all graciously volunteered
their time to provide discounted
vaccinations to the pets of Habersham County
as well as raise money for FOHCAS. Dr.
Cummings is a regular volunteer with FOHCAS.
She presented a check to John, our manager,
for $750!! Thank you so much!
Kissing Booth
FOHCAS hosted a "kissing booth" at the
Mountain Laurel Festival this year. We
raised over $200!
Click to see photos
Free Spay/Neuter
Some very generous local vets have
donated free spaying or neutering to FOHCAS.
We are giving these away to folks who really
need it. If you would like to apply, please
send a detailed explanation as to why you
need or deserve this along with proof of
your income. You can mail it to FOHCAS c/o
Spay/Neuter or email it to:
chanda.defoor@gmail.com Please do
not call the animal shelter--this is being
handled through a committee of Board
members. Thanks!
Pound
the Pavement!
FOHCAS will be hosting a 5k race called
FOHCAS 4 Paws on May 3 at
6:00 pm at Piedmont College.
If you sign up early, the registration fee
is $20 which not only gets you into the
race, but you'll receive a tee shirt and
goody bag for participating. Those of you
who don't want to run, but would like to
help, please contact Tracy Osborn about
sponsorship!
Click for More Details
Special Thanks
FOHCAS would like to thank our special
friends.
We couldn't function without help from our
community!
Pets Gone Wild
Clarkesville and Cornelia Vets
The Cutting Edge Day Spa
Southern Cross German Shepherd Dog Rescue,
Inc.
Pet Partners of Habersham
Northeast Vet Hospital
Shelter Shower at Clarkesville Elementary
The entire Second Grade at Clarkesville
Elementary School gave FOHCAS a "Shelter
Shower" on March 6. These children want to
make a difference in the world, and they
chose needy animals as their project.
Representatives for FOHCAS came from
Clarkesville Vet Clinic to give these great
kids a little education about how to end the
cycle of homeless pets. FOHCAS was
"showered" with boxes and boxes of wonderful
donations! Also, the children raised enough
money to become official members of FOHCAS!
Thank you so much, Second Grade!
Pictures to come...
Harold's Story
A speckled dog named Harold didn't have much
of a chance at the animal shelter. Our good
friend, Glad Simmons decided to give him a
second opportunity to live the good life by
fostering him. Foster families for pets are
similar to those for children. Glad will
care for Harold temporarily until he finds a
wonderful and approved forever home. Let us
know if you're interested in adopting!
See
photos and read Harold's blog
Special Thanks
Bow wows and howls go out to Southern
Cross German Shepherd Rescue, Inc. for their
help in moving some wonderful dogs out of
the animal shelter. Molly Moncure and her
colleagues are generously fostering and
networking for some dogs that wouldn't have
had a chance otherwise. We appreciate
everyone who has stepped up to help with
rescue efforts! It's a never-ending process.
Upcoming Events
March 6--"Shelter Shower" with
Clarkesville Elementary
March 15--Adoptions at Wilder Outdoors
March 22--Off-site adoptions at Tractor
Supply in Toccoa
We need volunteers! Please let us know if
you can help!
Saying Good-Bye...
FOHCAS is sad to see some of our friends
go. Very recent resignations were given by
Deanne Agentis (Director), Janean Parker
(President), and Liz Butikofer (Treasurer). We want to thank all of you for
the hard work you put into making positive
changes for the animals of Habersham County
over the last year and a half! Your service
will not be forgotten.
Click to read Janean's Letter
Busy
Weekend!
FOHCAS members will be out and about on November 10 and
11, 2007. Please join Liz and Andrea in raising funds at
Belk in Cornelia during their Charity Days. Have
some pre-holiday fun with Janean at the Old Clarkesville
Mill for the Chamber of Commerce's Holiday Bizarre.
Come by and say hello to Deanne who will have plenty of
pets for adoption at Tractor Supply in Toccoa.
Hitch a ride with Mick who will be transporting some pit
bull puppies to a no-kill rescue group.
You won't get bored this weekend!
Donate Used Printer Cartridges
Do you throw your used ink
cartridges in the trash? Why not bring them
to the Animal Shelter to help us raise money
AND recycle? It's a win, win situation.
Update on Needy Puppies
Well
it's been a long three weeks as of today and these
little babies are growing fast. Each one has a different
personality but all are just as cute as can be. We did
have about five really rough days and had to do some
formula changes as well as antibiotics, and just overall
constant attention. At one point I thought we would lose
every one of them, but with the right amount of TLC
everyone has done just fine!
The orphans
have individual portraits to share now and are looking
forward to finding forever homes in just a couple of
weeks!
Prince Gusto's Journey
Read this poem about a recent
rescue transport dog!
FOHCAS Pet Graduates With Honors!
Congratulations to "Cotton" and his human,
Sherri Kling, of Habersham County!
Cotton was adopted from the shelter when he was
just a few months old. Sherri and Cotton
enrolled in obedience classes meeting weekly
with John Agentis for eight consecutive weeks.
Cotton completed his basic obedience course and
is seen here with his diploma on graduation day.
WAY TO GO, COTTON!
John offers private training classes for any
canine, but offers discounts to shelter pets no
matter where they have been adopted. You may
inquire about training by contacting the shelter
or emailing John directly at
companionk9znega@yahoo.com.
2007-09-27
Pictures of our new van
Thanks to a huge monetary
donation from Bruce and Susan Keenan of Alpharetta, FOHCAS
now has a van for off-site adoptions, rescue transport, and
vet runs. We can't express enough appreciation to the
Keenans for this wonderful gift.
Pictures and Details
2007-10-04
New Animal Control Officer
The FOHCAS Board of Directors and Shelter Staff would
like to extend a warm "Welcome Back" to Dan Liles as
Animal Control Officer! Dan was with us for a short
period of time before, and we are super happy to have
him back as part of our team! Dan works hard, tries his
best, and is always willing to extend a helping hand!
All of us look forward to working with Dan again as we
help the animals of Habersham County!
Board Member
Resigns
Chanda M. DeFoor (owner of Precious Paws) has resigned from her position on the Board
of Directors. Chanda served as Secretary for a little over a
year. We need to fill this position as well as the Vice
President vacancy, so if you are interested, please let us
know.
Details
Update on Contract
Habersham County approved the contract between the county
and FOHCAS to continue to run the animal shelter for a
period of one year. Thank you to everyone for your hard work
and support!
More Details
20070918
Success Story
Rachel was with us FOREVER and she got lucky last
weekend at Petsmart. She was adopted as we were leaving and
had already been put back in the van to return to the shelter
! Jennifer drove all the way to the shelter this week to
also adopt Frankie, Rachel's kennel mate that she couldn't
stop thinking about after adopting Rachel. He will be going
home to Jennifer tomorrow! -Deanne
 More
Details
Success Story
I love my new home! I have my own LLBean bed, good food,
lots of chew bones, and a sister whom I love. I get lots of
loving, go on long walks, and I have many friends in the
neighborhood who think I'm gorgeous! Just wanted to give you
an update on how I'm doing! Lucy Camp (adopted 7/22)
Another Abuse
Case in Habersham
On Monday, August 27, a citizen witnessed a dog being
severely beaten near Belton Bridge. Because of the lack of
Animal Control officers, the citizen seized the dog herself
and brought it to FOHCAS. A friend of FOHCAS who runs
Southern Cross German Shepard Rescue took "Mouse" to
the vet and has begun the process of sending him to a
St. Bernard Rescue Group. Thank you to everyone who helped
save this sweet boy!
Photos
Animal
Control
As of Friday, August 24th, Habersham County is without any
Animal Control officers. Linda Addis and her most recent
employee have both resigned.
Details
Update on
Kandi
Check out the results of Kandi's
journey with FOHCAS. Many wags and barks go out to those who
helped!
Pictures and Details
Hot Cars=Dead
Dogs
If you think that you can leave
your pets in the car for a quick trip into the store, think
again! These extremely hot temperatures can kill dogs or
people in a matter of minutes! If you see animals or
children left in cars, please report them immediately by
calling the police.
Find out more
Bow Wow Meet &
Greet, June 26
Our open house was a success!
Huge thanks go out to DJ Flash from Toccoa for
donating his time to play tunes, Cornelia Veterinary
Hospital and Dr. Wonders for donating the "bouncy
house" for the children's entertainment, and Pets Gone
Wild for donating several exciting door prizes.
Check out the photos--you may just be in one!
Help Us Fight Animal Cruelty
A Chihuahua mix named Kandi was brought
into the Animal Shelter this month with terrible burns--most
likely from having acid thrown on her. We're trying hard to
save Kandi's life, but we can't do it without your help.
(Warning: These images are graphic)
Pictures and Details
Generous Donation Given!
Thanks to a huge monetary
donation from Bruce and Susan Keenan of Alpharetta, FOHCAS
now has a van for off-site adoptions, rescue transport, and
vet runs. We can't express enough appreciation to the
Keenans for this wonderful gift.
Pictures and Details
Carrie
Cummings, DVM
Wags and Purrs to Dr. Cummings for volunteering her valuable
time on Saturdays to give veterinary care for our shelter
animals.
Foster Homes
Needed!
We desperately need foster
homes for special needs and pregnant or nursing animals.
Please contact us if you are interested. Right now, we have
several kittens in foster care with one of our Board
Members.
Success Story --
Alex
A wonderful story
about a loving Pit Bull.
Pictures and Details
Success
Story--Baby Girl and Tarheel
Both Baby Girl and Titan are just precious dogs.
Pictures and Details
Under New
Management!
Please welcome our new part-time Shelter Director,
Deanne Agentis. Deanne was formerly the President of FOHCAS.
She has already proven to be a wonderful asset. Her efforts
with rescue groups have resulted in nine weeks without
euthanasia of any healthy animals. Way to go!
Tell
us what you think about the animal shelter by taking this
online survey.
Mountain
Laurel Festival
Bow wows and meows go out to Glad Simmons of
Clarkesville for her beautiful donation of a handmade quilt
for fundraising! With her generous efforts, we raised almost
$2500.
Pictures and Details
Success Story--Maggie and Lily in Rescue!
Maggie and Lily made it into rescue. They were our two
mama dogs at the shelter. The Society of Humane Friends out
of Gwinnett county will be caring for them and administering
their heartworm treatment. Thanks go out to everyone
involved!!!
Success Story-- Ciara adopted!
Read her story and see her pictures below.
Pictures and Details
Success
Story--Ditto
From his new family:
We now call him Sebastian, but he seems to be very happy
here at our home. We are blessed to have him as part of our
family.
Thank you,
David and Candace
Pictures
Zanzo Dinner Theatre
Thanks to Withoutsin Productions for "The Complete Works
Of William Shakespeare [abridged]".
Pictures
PetSmart Adoptions
Shep was adopted at one of our offsite PetSmart
adoptions. Here are a few pictures of him with his new
family.
Pictures
Success Story-- Millie and
Molly
Millie and Molly found a great home. See their pictures
and read a letter from their family below.
Pictures and Letter
Happy St. Patrick's Day!
In the spirit of the holiday, please find it in your
heart to donate some "green" to help the homeless and
abandoned animals of Habersham!
Kip
Kip is blind and has been at the shelter for 3 weeks.
Luckily, he found a loving home and is doing great now!
Pictures
Success Story
Buddy was adopted just before Thanksgiving and his new
family sent us a few pictures to see how well he is getting
along.
Pictures
Photos With Santa
Thanks to Moments of Clarity and Pence Feed for their
efforts in this years Photos with Santa.
Pictures
Pets Gone Wild GRAND OPENING!
Thanks to PETS GONE WILD for hosting an offsite
adoption!
Click here for pictures.
Make A Difference Day
Thanks to those who helped repaint the paws leading to
the shelter!!
Click here for pictures.
10-09-06 - Success!
Thanks to everyone who stopped by our booth and donated! We
appreciate your support! We adopted 6 animals at our
off-site PetSmart adoptions!
10-07-06 - Big Red Apple Festival
FOHCAS will be attending Cornelia's Big Red Apple Festival
on 10/07/06. Please come out and show your support! If you
wish to help with our booth, please
contact us!
10-01-06 -
Adopt-A-Shelter-Dog Month
October is Adopt-A-Shelter-Dog Month! Please visit our
Pets For Adoption page to
see who is available. Also be sure to visit our
Links and Artcles page for suggestions on
choosing the
pet that is right for you!
8/30/06 - New
Board Members
FOHCAS is pleased to introduce 4 new board members.
Click here to see who's new!
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