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PLEASE SUPPORT CLAYTON COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY. ALL DONATIONS ARE APPRECIATED
THANK YOU!





UPCOMING EVENTS.....MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!!!

*********SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!!!!!!*********
DUE TO BAD WEATHER, OUR YARD SALE WHICH WAS SCHEDULED TO BE HELD ON MAY 3, HAD TO BE CANCELLED. WE WILL BE HOLDING THE YARD SALE ON MAY 31. THIS IS A MAJOR FUNDRAISING EFFORT FOR CCHS.....PLEASE MAKE PLANS TO ATTEND!!!!!

Spring Yard Sale Date: May 31, 2008 Time: 8am-4pm Location: Jonesboro Sr. High School

Quilt Fundraiser Date: May 10, 2008 Time: 9am-12pm Location: Quilts and Fixins 7986 N. Main St., Jonesboro

Fall Yard Sale Date: Oct. 4, 2008 Time: 8am-4pm Location: Jonesboro Sr. High School

AND WATCH FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT OUR SUMMER FUN WALK/RUN



Would you like to help out with CCHS fundraising? Do you have a special skill or craft that you would like to share with the animals at CCHS? Do you have project or event ideas that might benefit our shelter? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, our fundraising committee would LOVE to hear from you! Please contact Gwen (404/432-9986) or Maria (404/630-8515), or you may e-mail the ladies at: cchsspca@gmail.com (these phone numbers and e-mail are for fundraising ONLY).







This sweet little angel is "Precious"; and she was surrendered to CCHS by her previous "owner". At the time of her surrender, Precious was suffering from a cyst on her little head, two mammary tumors, and two abdominal cysts. Her cysts and tumors have all now been removed, and she is recovering wonderfully. However, her much needed medical care has really taken a serious toll on finances. Any donations toward Precious's vet bills will be greatly appreciated and totally tax-decuctible. What Precious needs most now is a permanent home where she can complete her recovery and spend the rest of her life as a part of a family. She is approximately seven years old, weighs about seven pounds, and is completely crate-trained and housebroken. She is very gentle and affectionate, and she loves to be held and cuddled. If you have a place in your heart and home for this gentle little soul, please feel free to come by the CCHS shelter and meet her.

PRECIOUS UPDATE!
We are happy to report that Precious has now been adopted!! However, we are still struggling to recover her veterinary costs. Please consider making a donation today so that we may continue to help animals like Precious.





WE NEED YOUR HELP NOW...HE NEEDS YOUR HELP NOW!!!

This little guy is Baron. Barely a year old, Baron is sweet and carefree, and still thinks that everyone is his friend. At first glance, it is difficult to actually realize just how much pain and suffering this little angel has already endured in his short time on this Earth. The only really obvious problem is that Baron does not use his left rear leg...but as we would soon learn, his leg was just one of several serious medical problems facing poor Baron.

After being contacted by Animal Control and told about this little stray dog, with a leg injury, we immediately rescued him (Baron) and took him for a complete veterinary evaluation. We learned that he is suffering from early stage heartworm infestation, and if that is not tragic enough, he has multiple fractures to his rear leg, and his hip is dislocated. Little Baron remained quite the little gentleman even as the vet manipulated his sore, swollen leg. All of his new friends at the vet's office were rewarded with lots of affection and as many tail wags as he could muster.

While we know that Baron's medical needs will be very expensive, we also know that we simply MUST meet those needs so that Baron can live a long, pain-free life.

As we struggle to keep our heads above water in an effort to be here to help the animals who need us, we know that a case like this takes a huge toll on our very limited budget. We are asking for your support. No matter how little, if you can help, please do. Baron will benefit from your kindness and compassion. This little angel really deserves a chance at having a long and happy life.



THE ANIMALS BELOW ARE WONDERFUL EXAMPLES OF THE KIND OF WORK WHICH IS DONE AT CLAYTON COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY. MOST ANIMALS ENTERING THE CCHS SHELTER ARE IN NEED OF, AT THE VERY LEAST, BASIC VETERINARY CARE. BUT, MANY ALSO COME IN NEEDING EXTRAORDINARY VETERINARY CARE, OR HAVE EXTREMELY SPECIAL NEEDS OR CIRCUMSTANCES THAT HAVE TO BE ADDRESSED. SOMETIMES VERY SPECIAL CONDITIONS EXIST WHICH REQUIRE THAT CCHS ASSIST ANIMALS WHO ARE NOT EVEN RESIDENTS AT THE SHELER....SITUATIONS THAT BEG FOR CCHS TO "STEP OUTSIDE THE BOX". CCHS TAKES GREAT PRIDE IN ALL OF OUR SUCCESS STORIES. PLEASE TAKE A LOOK AT SOME OF OUR FAVORITES!





"Blue" was shot by a Clayton County Police officer in March, 2006. CCHS provided the necessary funds which paid for Blue's lifesaving surgery. Blue is seen here with the two very happy little girls who she lives with.





"Pumpkin" was orphaned when his 94 year old "mom" passed away. CCHS assisted in finding a new loving home and family for Pumpkin.





"Lady" came to CCHS after living on a chain for 5 years, and being allowed to balloon to three times what should have been her normal weight...creating a multitude of health problems for this very special girl. Lady is shown here with her new "mom"; a much happier dog and well on her way to losing her life-threatening weight.





"Madeline" was rescued from a "crack house", where she was living in squalor and being used as a "bait dog" to train other dogs being used for illegal dogfighting. CCHS secured veterinary care for Madeline, and placed her in a rescue situation where she will be allowed to recover from her past abuse and neglect, and then she will be placed in a loving home.



HELPING ANIMALS IS EXPENSIVE, AND CCHS CONSTANTLY STRUGGLES WITH FINANCIAL NEEDS. IF YOU ARE IMPRESSED WITH THE STORIES YOU HAVE JUST READ, THEN PLEASE CONSIDER HELPING CCHS WITH A FINANCIAL DONATION TODAY. THERE ARE SO MANY MORE SUCCESS STORIES OUT THERE, JUST WAITING TO HAPPEN....PLEASE HELP CCHS TO BE READY WHEN THE NEXT ONE COMES ALONG WHO DESPERATELY NEEDS OUR HELP! DONATIONS MAY BE MADE THROUGH PAYPAL BUTTONS WHICH APPEAR THROUGHOUT THIS SITE, OR CHECKS MAY BE MADE OUT TO "CLAYTON COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY" AND MAILED TO: CCHS, P.O. BOX 2116, JONESBORO, GA. 30237. (PLEASE REMEMBER, WE RECEIVE NO GOVERNMENT FUNDING OR ASSISTANCE.) ALL DONATIONS ARE TAX DEDUCTIBLE.




WE WOULD LIKE TO TRY SOMETHING NEW, AND WE NEED YOUR HELP

CCHS would like to start offering our newsletter via e-mail. We have always put out a hardcopy newsletter, but printing and postage have become quite expensive. We will continue to offer the hardcopy newsletter to those who prefer it, but we would also like to save money by offering it via e-mail to anyone who requests it. If you would like to receive our CCHS newsletter via e-mail, please send an e-mail to: robin@reel-life.net and type "e-mail newsletter" in the subject line. Once we have everything up and running, you will automatically receive our newsletter.





NOW YOU CAN RAISE MONEY FOR CLAYTON COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY JUST BY SEARCHING THE INTERNET AT




You use GoodSearch.com like any other search engine - the site is powered by Yahoo! - but each time you do, money is generated for us. Here’s how it works:

1. Go to www.goodsearch.com
2. Type Clayton County Humane Society into the “I support” box and click on “verify”
3. Search the Internet just like you would with any search engine
4. Since GoodSearch shares its advertising revenue with charities and schools, every time you search the Internet at GoodSearch, you’ll be earning money for us.

GoodSearch also has a toolbar you can download from the homepage so that you can search right from the top of your browser.

The more people who use the site, the more money we’ll earn, so please spread the word!!




DONATE A DOGGIE BED TO CCHS



Our shelter dogs love to sleep on Kuranda Dog beds, but we don't have enough for everyone. If you would like to donate a bed at a special wholesale price for one of our dogs to sleep in comfort, please click here.




FLYING PANDA SUPPORTS CCHS






JENKINS HEATING AND AIR....SAVES THE DAY AT CLAYTON COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY!!
When the old, outdated air-conditioning unit at the shelter recently went out, temperatures inside the building soared to over 90 degrees, and our animals were in real trouble! With no idea how to pay for repairs or replacement of the unit, CCHS management didn't know where to turn for help. We called on David Jenkins, owner of Jenkins Heating and Air, located in McDonough, Ga., someone who had done work for CCHS in the past. David was asked to evaluate the situation and give us an estimate of what the cost would be. Much to our surprise and delight, David DONATED AND INSTALLED A BRAND NEW SYSTEM!!! CCHS proudly recommends Jenkins Heating and Air to anyone in need of heating/air service. We think they're the greatest! Jenkins Heating and Air can be reached by calling 770/957-3091, and be sure to tell them that the CCHS gang sent you!



PLANNING TO MOVE?? PLEASE READ THIS TO HELP CCHS!
JIM CARTER, a longtime volunteer and supporter of CCHS, has made a wonderful offer to our organization. Jim is a realtor for Tara Properties, Inc., and he will donate $500 of his commission to CCHS, from the sale of any home/property which is referred to him by the Clayton County Humane Society. So, if you are looking to sell, please contact Jim, and tell him that you were referred by CCHS. Contact info for Jim Carter is: (office: 770/954-0700 ext.131) (home: 770/477-8352) (e-mail: jimcarter@comcast.net)

EDNA WARREN, of Re/Max Advantage, is a realtor who gives back to her community. Edna will donate $500 to Clayton County Humane Society, from the commission of any home or property referred to her by CCHS. Contact Edna via her direct line at 770/471-2318, her office at 770/471-3625, or her e-mail at warrenga10@aol.com



THE PET SHEPHERD PET SITTING SERVICE PROVIDES CARE FOR YOUR PETS WHEN YOU CAN'T BE AT HOME
The Pet Shepherd is a full-service pet sitting company, based in Clayton County, Georgia. Pet Shepherd is owned and operated by Eindy Ramsey, a longtime volunteer and supporter of CCHS. Pet Shepherd will provide custom, client-designed care for your pets, in your own home. When you can't be there, Pet Shepherd can provide your pet with responsible, loving care, while still allowing your pet the comfort and security of being in their familiar surroundings. To learn more about the many services available to you and your pets, please visit www.thepetshepherd.com. If you would like to speak with Eindy, she may be reached by phone at: 770/968-6611 or by e-mail at: eindy@mindspring.com
As Eindy's way of saying "thank you", Pet Shepherd OFFERS SPECIAL DISCOUNTS TO POLICE, FIRE, AND MILITARY PERSONNEL living in the Pet Shepherd service area, which includes Clayton County and parts of Henry County.

10% OF EACH PET SITTING JOB IS DONATED DIRECTLY TO CCHS, IN SUPPORT OF THE MANY ANIMALS CURRENTLY RESIDING AT THE CCHS SHELTER!!




VOLUNTEER HELP NEEDED!

Volunteers are needed to clean cat cages during the week (mornings), and also to walk dogs (anytime). We also need someone willing to initiate, organize, and execute fundraising events for the shelter. Increasing demands on Robin and Michele’s time, have made fundraising an almost impossible task for them. If you can help in any of these areas, please contact Robin at 770/478-7531.




HEALTHY FOOD FOR HEALTHY PETS

CCHS has partnered with Healthy Pet Net to bring high quality pet food to your pets. “Life’s Abundance” was developed by a veterinarian for both dogs and cats. There is also a formula suitable for overweight pets. The food contains no grain products that could cause skin allergies, and no preservatives other than Vitamin E. Human grade products are used to produce this food. Also available are treats, supplements, and cleaning products, all geared toward pets. When you order through this special website your order will be delivered right to your door, and Healthy Pet Net will pay CCHS a commission on your order.



SPAY/NEUTER ASSISTANCE IN THE METRO-ATLANTA AREA

Please visit www.atlantapets.org or call 404/292-8800 (ext.24) for information or assistance with low-cost spay or neuter. This is a service available to the general public. You may also visit www.spotsociety.org for more information regarding low-cost or no-cost spay and neuter in the metro-Atlanta area.





“PROJECT CATSNIP” COMES TO THE SOUTHSIDE

Do you know a cat that needs to be spayed or neutered! Have we got a deal for you!! “Project Catsnip” is a mobile spay/neuter unit, operating under the guidance of Bob Christiansen, of the Atlanta Animal Alliance. Pediatric and adult sterilizations are performed by Dr. Amy Orlin, a graduate of Emory University and University of Ga. College of Veterinary Medicine. Project Catsnip visits Clayton County, at least once a month, and also comes to Henry Co., Fayette Co., and Coweta Co., making it very convenient to schedule an appointment at a clinic near you. (If you are a resident of the “northside”, there are numerous monthly clinics in your area also.) Fees for cats and kittens are $60 for a female spay, and $40 for a male neuter. These prices include the spay/neuter, pain relief, rabies vaccination, distemper vaccination, and a respiratory disease vaccination. Please visit www.projectcatsnip.com for clinic schedules and more information on this exceptional spay/neuter program. Reservations are required, and can be made on-line, or by calling 770/455-7077. If you have unsterilized cats, please make a reservation today….there’s no excuse for not doing so! CCHS is a proud sponsor of “Project Catsnip”, and we wholeheartedly support their efforts.





CAN YOU HELP?

It’s never pleasant to plead for money, but when you’re a Humane Society, it’s always necessary. Our increasing numbers of animals, along with the fact that so many of them are ill or injured when we get them, and most them ARE NOT YET STERILIZED, means that our medical costs always far exceed our funds. We try very hard not to repeatedly ask our supporters, over and over throughout the year, for money. We try to limit our requests to a couple of times a year. We know everyone is struggling in these difficult economic times! It’s been a long time since we last sent out a newsletter request, so we’re hoping that any of you who can help us out with a donation, would consider doing so today. All donations to CCHS are tax deductible. Checks should be made payable to: Clayton County Humane Society, and mailed to: P.O. Box 2116, Jonesboro, Ga. 30237.