Hillside SPCA Guestbook

Hillside SPCA Guestbook Archive 1 - Pre-September 2000 entries.

There are many SPCAs in Canada also. In fact, I am on a committee that is trying to raise funds to build a new shelter in the area where I live. Your website is helpful and full of ideas. Glad to see there are others with the same goals!
Penny <PennyLane70@hotmail.com>
AB Canada - Thursday, August 31, 2000 at 12:37:39 (PDT)

Nice page to visit
Mike McCall <Led_Zeppelin77@yahoo.com>
Weatherly, PA USA - Sunday, August 27, 2000 at 07:48:26 (PDT)

Just wanted to say you have a great site. I adopted a abused husky from a shelter and he is the greatest. It has taken alot of love and training, but he is the best.Only thing missing is a brother for him, which we will be looking soon. I will visit soon with my boy and he will be a special needs dog.I only wish more people look to the shelters because you find the best friends there. keep up the great work. Joni & Konyak.
Joan <blue314@hotmail.com>
Hazleton, Pa USA - Sunday, August 20, 2000 at 00:28:19 (PDT)

Hello everyone at the SPCA. We adopted Clara about a year ago. I probably spent a few hours playing with all the cats that day, unable to make a decision about which one I was going to take home with me. As soon as Clara popped her head up I knew instantly that she was my new cat. Her white cheeks just looked so cute on her black face, how could I resist. She's still as cute as ever and has some personality! Her only downfall seems to be her love for stinky shoes.
Ashley andd Todd <ashley_5274@yahoo.com>
Allentown , PA USA - Monday, August 07, 2000 at 17:51:29 (PDT)

i just wanted to let you guys know that recently i adopted a purebred beagle named Stranger( we renamed her Maggie) and she is the sweetest most loving pet we could ever want!!! whenever we come home from somewhere she wags her tail and jups all over us. at first she wouldn't eat...but now we have her on Purina dog Chow...she loves it. thank you for having us adopt the most dedicated dog in the world!
christine fallabel <cfallabel@hotmail.com>
Hazleton, pa USA - Wednesday, August 02, 2000 at 11:43:14 (PDT)

a relative of mine worked at the shelter about 15 yrs. ago. at that time it was just starting to renovate and had no room for a lot of dogs that were picked up. so i took them in,in hopes of finding homes for them.at one time i had over 36 dogs, and ,over the years had found good homes for a few, for the ones i could not find homes for i kept.i am happy to say they all lived long and happy lives, most reached the ripe old ages of 12-14 yrs. none died young. i still have 2 that are now at 14 yrs. they as most,were pups or 1 yr. old at the time that i got them. some a few years older.with all of these dogs, with all of the different mixtures of breeds that i had, i had NOT ONE that i had a problem with. my point,i never regretted taking anyone of them .all they wanted was to get love and be loved.and they gave me their love in more ways that i could say.yrs. ago i bred pure-bred dogs and i can say now that there is no difference between the two when it comes to loyalty, love and friendship.
carol <cabr@csrlink.net>
auburn, pa USA - Friday, July 28, 2000 at 01:57:00 (PDT)

HILSIDE SPCA RULES!!!! THEY HAVE THE BEST DOGS AND CATS EVER! IF YOU DON"T BELIEVE ME , YOU ARE JUST NOT ANIAML LOVER LIKE ME AND SOME OTHER PEOPLE !!!!
*R*A*C*H*E*L***B*R*E*S*L*I*N* <k9rescue2000@hotmail.com>
USA - Thursday, July 20, 2000 at 07:32:18 (PDT)

what's up! i got adpoted by rachel breslin, if it wasn't for her i could of got put to sleep! i will always love her because she saved my life! i got adpoted the day after chirstmas! i love my new home and all thanks to rachel my owner!
eddie breslin <k9rescue2000@hotmail.com>
USA - Wednesday, July 19, 2000 at 19:39:03 (PDT)

Hello all humans! My name is mamacita. My mom and I were just surfing the web,(ok, I was napping off and on) and I just wanted to let everyone who took care of me know I'm doing great! I'm glad I adopted my mom. She's a real push-over! I bat my lovely eyes and get a treat! Anyway, I check in once in a while,(well, if I'm not busy eating or napping) With warm purrrrs, mama
Momacita <holly89@losch.net>
Pottsville, PA USA - Friday, July 14, 2000 at 17:24:28 (PDT)

good luck in the future with your animals!!
Missie Renninger <perfectpeaches@hotmail.com>
Orwigsburg, Pa USA - Monday, July 03, 2000 at 18:15:23 (PDT)

This is a wonderful thing you're doing. I am so sorry for Luigi--he seems like such a sweet kitty. I always wish I lived in a mansion so I could open my arms as wide as possible & take in all the needy critters! My 3 cats & 2 dogs fill up our 2 bedroom 900 square foot house already, unfortunately! :(
Mitone <crittercampaign@k9.to>
Garden City, KS USA - Tuesday, June 20, 2000 at 21:02:05 (PDT)

Approximately 5 years ago we had lost our 14 yr old dog to old age. We went to hillside and a black and white part border collie kept following my son. I didn't want a long haired dog again but it was meant to be. At first she was aggressive with us, and afraid of everything, even the ceiling fan and stairs. With patience and lots of love, she is part of us now. She had run away the first night and with her not knowing the neighborhood and ice on the road I gave up looking for her. There she was on our back porch, I have no idea how she found it. She even knows our cars a block away from the house. She is excited when a scent of my children is in the house such as from an envelope arriving in the mail. When she first came here she was urinating through the house but being a nurses aide I recognized an infection. Fortunately the medications worked. She has come a long way, the kids tease me how needy she is. I, too, suffered from post traumatic stress disorder in the past so "Yanni" and i have that bond between us. I do warn people not to allow their children to be poking at her when I walk her, she does still tend to bite when she perceives she is in danger. She is our baby and we love her. Being a herd dog by nature, we have 4 cats she keeps in line, pounces on them if they scratch. She's a keeper!
pat quinn <pattiq@losch.net>
pottsville, pa USA - Friday, June 16, 2000 at 15:07:17 (PDT)

In 1993, after we lost our Airedale Sandy, we came to the Hillside SPCA hoping to find and adopt a dog. My daughter fell in love with a 12 week old terrier mix named Toto. We adopted her that day, and she is the best dog we have had yet! She gives back tenfold all the love she has been given, is loyal, eager to please, and to look at her , we just have to smile. She is a vital part of our family, and is the greatest friend and companion we could have. We are so thankful for the SPCA and for our Toto, who brings so much joy and love to us on a daily basis. Now that our children are grown, Toto and I have become even closer, and needless to say, she has become more spoiled than ever. We are so thankful for this precious animal!
Marcie Harner <denmar@pottsville>
Seltzer, Pa. USA - Thursday, June 15, 2000 at 17:45:42 (PDT)

Hello! I just read some of the amazing stories about the animals on this page. They touched my heart so deeply. If it weren't for the 2 dogs that I have now, I would love to adopt as many of the animals that I could! I volunteer about 2 or 3 times a week at the Hillside SPCA and I think that everyone does a great job of loving and caring for those animals. Keep up the great work!
Kathleen A. H. <kah1230@webtv.net>
Pottsville , Pa USA - Thursday, June 15, 2000 at 09:29:19 (PDT)

Helllooooooo Pottsville SPCA! Long time no see...Just wanted to drop a line let you know that the 2 cats I adopted during July 1996 are healthy and doing well and now living with me in San Diego. Just to let you at the SPCA know, their names were Pocohantas & Winnie, but I've since renamed them to Cali & Jettie. Keep up the good work!
C W <wilinsky@mymailbag.com>
San Diego, CA USA - Saturday, June 10, 2000 at 18:43:19 (PDT)

Hello once again to all the wonderfull people at the shelter!! Helen we miss you!!! Im just writing to say how wonderfull our Cats SKEETER AND FLOWER are doing... they are the greatest cats and so loving.... They are both doing fine and Helen that flower of mine wow shes a perky bugger HAHAHA .... but id like to thank you for giving her to me and also skeeter they are the greatest.. You's all do a wonderfull job down there and you all should be rewared its not an easy task to take care of so many animals.... Take care and ill try to visit soon Hugs and kisses from SKEETER AND FLOWER !!!!! Barbie and Dana Ward
Barbara Ward <daw7@ptd.net>
Pottsville, Pa USA - Sunday, May 28, 2000 at 09:55:39 (PDT)

I just spent 3 hours surfing the contents of your site. My heart goes out to the animals that are patiently waiting. If it wasn't for my lack of money and the distance problem, I would happily adopt one. I miss my 2 dogs that I lost after recently leaving my husband. I really feel the love and care as I read through this site. Keep up the good work.
Donna <jenna_30_98@yahoo.com>
Canada - Wednesday, May 24, 2000 at 12:50:40 (PDT)

I just surfed over your site for the first time. It's really cool! We adopted "Shirley" on 3/16/00. She is doing very well. She loves to play hide and seek, and has become a purring lap cat. We love her. She is a great explorer.
Mary <jjkmlk@f-tech.net>
Llewellyn, Pa USA - Tuesday, May 23, 2000 at 05:34:26 (PDT)

This is a very nice place !
Protector 1uno <spavle@nightmail.com>
Gospic, Li Croatia - Tuesday, May 16, 2000 at 21:25:50 (PDT)

I lost my beloved cat "Kitty" to cancer on April 27,2000. He found me almost 10 years ago, and I loved him from the first moment I saw him. He was by my side when I married, got a dog from your shelter, and added 2 children to our family. I was by his side when we had him euthanized, and it was the hardest thing I have ever done. When I visited your shelter, and saw "Mr. Max", I fell in love again. We adopted him, and a 9 week old kitten named "Pebbles" (my daughter renamed her "Marshmallow"). Both kitties are pure joy, and they are doing very well. Thank you to all of you at Hillside for caring about animals enough to afford them a second chance. You make a difference in every life you touch.
Lori Blugis <sardanb@pottsville.infi.net>
Schuylkill Haven, PPA USA - Thursday, May 11, 2000 at 21:05:28 (PDT)

I just wanted to ask everyone to keep "Darryl" and "Driver" in their prayers. We have been searching for darryl for two months now. Driver just recently became lost. Let's keep them on our minds, and maybe we'll be lucky enough to find them again.
Tricia <minnieme_14@hotmail.com>
Sch. Haven, Pa USA - Monday, April 24, 2000 at 16:35:53 (PDT)

i voulenter at the spca in my spare time and all of those dogs are wounderful, loving animals. for the few months i've being helping out there i have had my favorites each taken away from me but one,sabrina. i'm hoping she gets a good home because she deserves it. i hope all the other dogs do too, but i hope if they do get adopted they don't get brought back because they all deserve a good home and a good family unlike the ones they had before who abused them. aspin another dog there has beeen adopted 2 or 3 times and brought back i just wanna say to all the people who work there, that you have all done a wounderful job of taking care of all those dogs. i will always miss bandit, frankie, and thunder
sherrie <nicksgal_1@excite.com>
pottsville, pa USA - Saturday, April 22, 2000 at 17:33:42 (PDT)

it was very nice to read about the many adoption success stories made possible by Hillside SPCA. I loved the pics of the animals, they all seem so sweet and would make wonderful pets.
De
pottsville, pa USA - Tuesday, April 18, 2000 at 13:22:54 (PDT)

After losing my dog to a sudden illness just before Christmas, our entire family was shaken. Sparky was almost 15 and had been adopted from a shelter in Dayton, OH. We were a military family and had moved with Sparky 5 times! When the time was right to look for another dog, my husband and I headed to Hillside. There we found the most adorable black and white beagle/ springer spaniel puppy. We fell in love immediately! I don't know her shelter name (her littermate was "Rocky") but she is Marzipan to us. She has been a handful at times, but is always sweet-natured and loving. We have started puppy kindergarten and I must say she is at the top of the class. Marz is very smart and loves to learn! Thank you so much to the staff of Hillside and the volunteers, too. You were so helpful. Everyone who sees Marz (and she has lots of fans) asks where we got her and I am happy to recommend Hillside SPCA. Thanks!
Ruth <jbmccormack@earthlink.net>
Carlisle, PA USA - Thursday, April 13, 2000 at 21:52:10 (PDT)

Hi,I used to volunteer at a shelter in surrey,B.C. before I moved to Labrador,Newfoundland. There are no shelters here and the people don't have alot of respect for animals.They still go on seal hunts here. Now they only sell the pelts and give some of the meat to the older people of the comunity. The rest of the seal is left to rot. My inlaws were very happy to have been givin some meat from the last hunt. There is a dog that lives outside by my house that was left out in -40 and -50 degree weather. When I try to talk to these people they tell me that dogs have always been left outside like that and I don't know what I'm talking about. I have decided to try and start a shelter here.I don't know how well I'll do, because there is no S.P.C.A. here and we are completly isolated. I have already started building cages. If anyone has any suggestions please email me at terry_buckle@yahoo.com
Terry <terry_buckle@yahoo.com>
Forteau,Labrador, Newfoundland canada - Wednesday, April 12, 2000 at 16:58:11 (PDT)

Volenteering at the SPCA every weekend has been fun yet eye opening. Due to the problem w/ abandoned animals, it's sad how many there are. But it's always rewarding to see the animals that get adopted go to a good home. I've had many favorite dogs there and am glad to see them getting adopted. Bandit, you were the best dog I've ever known in my entire 16 yrs, I'm gonna miss you buddy. Love you always!!!
Val S. <Cerberus_44@excite.com>
Pottsville, Pa USA - Tuesday, April 11, 2000 at 15:47:27 (PDT)

I must admit, coming and helping out at the spca every weekend has made me open my eyes more to the world around me. I can't understand still how people can throw their animals out of cars and leave them. Just working at the spca, I have become attached to several dogs. (Timber, Rastus, Ruby, and last but not least, my fall angel, Bandit) If people would only think about what they are doing to these animals be bringing them to you. You give them shelter and food, yes, but how can you give them all the love and attention they need? Today, it seems to me that more people are concerned with how much they pay for a pure-bred animal, then how much good they have done but adopting a stray. In my mind, the dog you adopt will love you more in the long run. See you this weekend. Never forget my favorite buddy, Bandit. I'll miss him forever, but he gives me a reason to help other animals.
Steph and Bandit
Pottsville, PA USA - Tuesday, April 11, 2000 at 14:53:27 (PDT)

I recently had a Beagle for 16 years and had to put her to sleep. It was the absolutely hardest thing for me to do. On April 1, 2000 my two grandsons and I went to Hillside where we found our dream come true (Skittles). We have renamed her Stella and she is such a joy in our lives. I cannot imagine our life without her. I dont know how she came to be at Hillside but for whatever reason I believe she was put there for us to Love. She has a wonderful new home and I am hoping to have her for a long long time. Thank You for Stella, a/k/a Skittles.
Mariann Young <myoung@state.pa.us>
Pottsville, PA USA - Monday, April 10, 2000 at 08:13:37 (PDT)

This shelter proves that animals do not have to be euthanized just because they are feral or that there "simply isn't enough space". I was hired recently at an SPCA and quit after my first day because of the horror I witnessed. What I saw was not "humane" at all, and the only reason for the euthanasias performed was that the cats were "feral". They were only called feral because they had been caught in traps. These cats could have been yours or your neighbors cat. Of course, the animals were scared shitless--the only way they were handled was with one of those long "pole chokers". I tell you, of all the cats I've ever had, every single one could have been one of those cats. If it were you being treated this way, wouldn't you be pissed off??? And thats how these animals die. They are pulled out of there cages by a pole choker, kicking and screaming, like anyone would who is dragged out by their neck. They are pinned down, in any position they land in, and put to sleep. Tell me if that animals last minutes aren't spent in utter misery. And they say there is no alternative. Well, so far, I have learned there are plenty of alternatives---your shelter included!!! In the meantime, something needs to be changed about these other shelters. This, for me, was of course an emotionally traumatic experience that will haunt me for awhile, but deeper still, it is an ethical problem. It reveals that there is no respect for an animals last few minutes on this earth. It reveals that there is no respect for the dying process. It doesn't give "feral" cats an honest second chance. They are only assessed as being feral because of the "look" in their eyes and by their reclusive,and of course sometimes aggressive behavior (because their only means of being handled is via the aggressive method of the pole choker), and it becomes all that they know. This has to be stopped. If I were to have stayed in that place, it would have removed a piece of my humanity; I don't think that's what a "humane society" is all about. i sincerely congratulate you on your sincere efforts, despite the overcrowding. Despite all the difficulties you must encounter, you still have respect for these animals. You give them space to run around. You give them blankets at night. You kindly refer to them as "residents". I also commend you on your efforts to educate the public. Through your example, there is hope presented for these animals. May God bless you--there must certainly be a star in your crown.
l.gascogne
USA - Saturday, April 08, 2000 at 22:24:16 (PDT)

Great web site! Gromit says hi to all the dogs at Hillside!
M. Parfitt and Gromit <wilbur_97@hotmail.com>
Sacramento, CA USA - Saturday, April 08, 2000 at 13:12:12 (PDT)

My daughter and I came to the shelter in Sept.1999 looking for a puppy. My daughter fell in love with Sasha the moment she saw her.She's part lab/collie. Sasha had a sister and her mother there too. We don't know how anyone could possibly give them up, they were all so sweet. We brought Sasha home and she is doing terriffic with our older dog, Alf, and our 2 cats, Smokee and Lumpee (Also strays) She turned into the most beautiful dog, more collie than lab. She is getting obediance training now because she is over-lovable. She is so happy and loves everyone and everything. Just want to let you know that Sasha is doing gggrrreeeaaattt. We love her to pieces.
Karen Panchari <karenpanchari@webtv.net>
Port Carbon, Pa. USA - Monday, April 03, 2000 at 17:13:44 (PDT)

Been looking at the special needs animals and want to encourage everyone to consider adopting a special needs animal. I know of someone who needed to turn in their dog and was afraid it was too old to be adopted. She took it to Hillside SPCA because she knew that they give all the animals that come through a chance to be adopted, even if they're old. If they can't get a home, they get to live at the shelter instead of beig put to sleep. I've seen a lot of elderly dogs there and when I visit and ask where they are, I find out they've been adopted!!! Ultra cool!!!! Thanks Hillside!
Anne <annie1@hotmail.com>
Pottsville, PA USA - Friday, March 31, 2000 at 18:41:47 (PST)

I ADOPTED EDDIE , HE IS WONDERFUL. ONE OF THE WORKERS TOLD ME THE STORY ABOUT HIS LIFE. I THOUGHT I WAS GOING TO CRY.IF YOU THINK ANIMALS ARE COOL SCREAM LOUD.
RACHEL BRESLIN <K9RESCUE2000@HOTMAIL.HOM>
USA - Tuesday, February 29, 2000 at 17:18:56 (PST)

I JUST WANT TO SAY GO TO THE HILLSIDE S.P.C.A. IT IS GREAT. YOU GET TO PLAY WITH PUPPYS IF THEY ARE THERE. WALK DOGS AND DOGS RULE FOREVER!!!!!
Rachel Breslin <k9rescue200@hotmail.com>
USA - Tuesday, February 29, 2000 at 17:12:09 (PST)

Just wanted to say "GOOD JOB" to the Hillside SPCA for all the work they do. I want to encourage everybody to help support the Hillside. Like someone else said in a post here, they don't get money from the state or government to run. They exist only on what they get as donations and what they earn at fund-raisers. I was horrified to be at a volunteer meeting a few weeks ago and see and hear the director of the Ruth Steinert SPCA stand up and say that they don't get any public funding when they actually get something like 75% of the fees collected by Schuylkill County on the sale of dog licenses. That's an awful lot of money for getting "nothing" from the state. I've been to the two shelters and they speak for themselves. Hillside SPCA is my shelter of choice... for a lot of reasons...
Katie
Minersville, PA USA - Sunday, February 27, 2000 at 19:07:44 (PST)

Heya guys, this site is CooL! :-) Love it ..Keep up the GooD work. May God Bless ya' guys out there who lent a helping hand in helping the Hillside S.P.C.A. going strong and COOL! :-> anyway,Good job.
May Ng <may_pasa@hotmail.com>
kuala lumpur, KL Malaysia(Southeast Asia) - Saturday, February 26, 2000 at 09:03:53 (PST)

My daughter and I visited the spca on Feb.11, 2000 looking to adopt a kitten. There were so many to choose from in the shelter. My daughter decided on Moe, a 6 month old striped tiger, which we named Brody. Our dog, Keisha, wasn't quite sure what to think of this at first, but they are becoming the best of friends. Brody likes to get Keisha's tail. Thank You to Lisa who was very helpful to us while we were there. Brody is a blessing to our family. I hope more people will consider adopting from the shelter, there are so many good animals in need of a home..Please open your heart to them.
Barb Klinger <barbsgarden@email.com>
Tower City, Pa. USA - Friday, February 25, 2000 at 16:57:06 (PST)

The Hillside shelter is very special all the dogs get to be left out to play and be with us for the whole day not like many shelters where they have to be locked up only sometimes to be left out for 15 minutes. I'm so glad their are people that donate to keep the shelter going. We get no money from the state. Thank You!!!
Joy <wcq1@yahoo.com>
Sch. Haven, Pa USA - Friday, February 25, 2000 at 11:02:26 (PST)

Just signing the guest book
Trudy Apple <tapple@mnat.com>
Wilmington, DE USA - Friday, February 25, 2000 at 10:51:28 (PST)

Back in 1992 we adopted Rusty, otherwise known as Gypsy, from Hillside SPCA. She is the most lovable dog you could want. I try to donate to Hillside SPCA any chance that I have because I know it will help dogs like Rusty. Thanks for such a great dog!!!
Rene Hardnock <hardnock@sunlink.net>
Ashland, PA USA - Tuesday, February 22, 2000 at 09:53:12 (PST)

I had adopted Rex. He is the best dog I have ever seen, which goes to show you that some of the best dogs are in shelters. I would like to thank the Hillside for giving me a wonderful companion and best friend and also a buddy for my daughter especially when I'm doing housework. We all love Rex, and I am so glad I decided to visit Hillside when I did. Thank You.
Amanda Goodrich <Amanda3038@hotmail.com>
Shenandoah, PA USA - Saturday, February 12, 2000 at 09:27:54 (PST)

I adopted Sneezy, a calico cat, April 1, 1995. She has been a great blessing to my family. I highly recommend adopting a shelter animal. They deserve a second chance at life.
Shannon <sewkbw@epix.net>
Tower City, PA USA - Friday, February 11, 2000 at 13:57:55 (PST)

I have eight dogs, four from Hillside, (Brandy,Foster Grant,Custer,and Samantha. I love them all very much. Thanks to the Hillside Angels they got a second chance. LOVE you guys.
ruth tobias <ruth.tobias@eds.com>
fredericksburg, pa USA - Thursday, February 10, 2000 at 04:30:22 (PST)

I adopted my Kitty Kat in October and I can't begin to tell you how much I love him. He & the dog have a ball together. He loves to walk over my keyboard when I'm downloading on the Web, especially when it's important. It's like "he knows." Mr. Kitty Kat is getting fat because he is spoiled. I can't help it. He's so cute! He's definitely the Boss.
Phyllis Angelo <Raphyl7@losch.net>
Pottsville, Pa. USA - Monday, February 07, 2000 at 19:23:31 (PST)

I love your site. I have a wonderful "pound hound" I rescued 5 years ago, and I wouldn't trade my sweet baby Bandit for gold!! A rescued dog makes a wonderful pet.
Linda Howard <lcody2@webtv.net>
Marion, IL USA - Saturday, February 05, 2000 at 04:57:39 (PST)

On Sunday, 1/9/00, my brother, James Fiedler, was found dead in his home at 460 Nicholas Street, Pottsville. His dog was found in the home and taken to the local shelter. If anyone has any information regarding his pet I would appeciate it if they would share it. It would be some comfort to know that this poor animal was receiving any medical attention it may need and possibly a new home. Thanks. Marilyn Fiedler (Sister)
Marilyn Fiedler <mfiedler@edge.net>
Tullahoma, TN USA - Wednesday, January 12, 2000 at 20:08:51 (PST)

Hi, my name is Marianna O"Hearn, last year, after my dog of 16 years died, I adopped a dog from the hillside spca. He has brought me a great deal of pleasure the last year. and I am very thankful to the hillside spca. He was givin to the spca after his owner died. He is about 11 year old. and lived in Shenandoah. If any ne has information on him I would love to know more about him. I don't know his former name or the name of the owner. Again Thank you spca for giving me the pleasure of adopting him.
Marianna O"Hearn <mohearn@trea.state.pa.us >
Ashland , pa USA - Friday, January 07, 2000 at 10:58:02 (PST)

God Bless you all for a wonderfull site. We lived in Pottsville a few years ago. Thanks to a neighbor [Cecelia Muench] we went to Hillside looking for a cat & came home with a shepard/beagle/???/ mix.She grew up to be a very gentle dog! Painfully on 12-27-98 we had to put her to sleep because of severe seizures.I'll never forget the way she wimmpered & cried durring her illness. She was our first shelter dog but not our last.Her name was "Jenny". Now we have a black Lab mix "Thyme". Thank you ALL:)
Jeff Hemerly <jhmrly@early.com>
Hamburg, Pa USA - Tuesday, January 04, 2000 at 16:05:51 (PST)

WE ADOPTED MAGGIE (FORMERLY MEESHA) IN JULY OF 1999.SHE HAS TURNED OUT TO BE THE BEST COMPANION PET THAT ANYONE COULD EVER WANT. AS A 3 YR. OLD ROTTIE SHE IS VERY PROTECTIVE BUT NOT AGGRESSIVE AND OVERALL HAS A VERY EVEN TEMPERED DISPOSTION TO PEOPLE THAT SHE KNOWS. SHE IS OUR SWEETIE !!!
CHARLES & JANE MORTIMER <GMCBM@WEBTV.COM>
POTTSVILLE, PA USA - Tuesday, December 21, 1999 at 15:20:44 (PST)

our dog OMAR that we adopted 8 years ago is doing great! thanks!!!!!!!
mike little and jen rogers <mikejen1@webtv.net>
frackville, pa USA - Monday, December 20, 1999 at 17:08:11 (PST)

Just strolling by and stopped to visit your website. I really enjoyed it....and that's coming from the view of another shelter. Our shelter is located in Trenton, Ohio just outside of Cincinnati. HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO YOU AND YOUR CRITTERS FROM US AND OURS!
Renee Jeffries <habc@fuse.net>
Trenton, OH USA - Wednesday, December 15, 1999 at 11:15:25 (PST)

In 1990, I adopted a crippled poodle, that was surely going to be left behind. Smokey, (if you remember him)is doing fanatastic -- many years later he is still chasing the cat and chickens even being crippled. When we first brought him home he was so sad (severely abused by his previous owner) but with lots of love and time he has been the best pet. He has a country life with his own bed in the house and acres of running room. Thanks to hillside he got a second chance. Please don't ever stop saving the animals! Thank you.
Lynn Geiger <kountry@pottsville.infi.net>
Schuylkill Haven, Pa USA - Tuesday, December 14, 1999 at 05:50:36 (PST)

Lori , I finally got to see the site and it is great. Keep up the fantastic work. Your involvment at the shelter is truly a benefit for us all, 4 legged and 2 legged !!! Happy Holidays.
Teddy Neal
Pine Grove, Pa USA - Tuesday, December 07, 1999 at 19:59:26 (PST)

Your daily mission has secured you a place in heaven! Too many people do not realize how special and precious each animal is. I am originally from Scranton, PA, but I found a no-kill shelter to volunteer at in my new town of Clarksville, TN. I found my precious Shelby there, and my life is so much brighter with her and her "brother" Max in it. Keep up the good work and God bless all of you. Hopefully we can set the example for more cities across the country and around the world.
gina <gina_blum@hotmail.com>
clarksville, tn USA - Wednesday, December 01, 1999 at 15:19:37 (PST)

Hi, i'm only 12 years old but i wanted to tell you I have always wanted a cat one of the special needs one.Like, maybe the one with only one eye he is cute.I did donated all my birthday money to you when i was 10. I cant wait till i am 14 so i cant volenteer there .When i was 10 i couldnt wait to be 12 because i thought that was the age.But now i turned 12 and i looked up to see how to be one and to my disapointment i saw you had to be 14. But when I am 14 I promise I will volenteer there .I once had a cat it was not really mine its owners didnt take care of it .So I did. It fuirst came to me when I was around 10.I fed it one night and from that day on it kept coming back.I loved him more then anything.But one day i found out he had worms . And I didn't have enough money to take him to the vet.Then he never came back.I LOVE HIM!!!
Melissa Renninger <perfectpeaches@hotmail.com>
Orwigsburg, Pa USA - Thursday, November 25, 1999 at 08:39:44 (PST)

My husband wanted to get me a gift of two cats for Christmas when we first got married. We went to Hillside and Helen insisted we take a pair of kittens that had gone home with someone else but were returned. That was three years ago. Now,Leon keeps walking in front of my moniter as Lucy sits quitely ruling the house. Thank you for accepting the kittens back so that we could bring them home with us! Your web site just might inspire him to adopt another!
Amy Spichiger <spichiger@aol.com>
annville, pa USA - Sunday, November 14, 1999 at 16:25:12 (PST)

I just want to say Lori has done a wonderful job with the site and so many successes have come of it . thanks again
tricia <tem153psu.edu>
Sch. Haven, PA USA - Sunday, October 24, 1999 at 13:37:29 (PDT)

Just have to let you know the wonderful dog we adopted in January is doing wonderful. We love him very much, and he had brought such joy and comfort to our lives. "Ronald" tells us everyday how happy he is to be here. Keep up the truly magnificent work. And thank you for our Ronald. The Maurer Family
Marlene Maurer <lisa31@epix.net>
Wiconisco, PA USA - Wednesday, September 22, 1999 at 11:22:10 (PDT)

I lived in Pottsville until 1991; when it was time for my husband and I to get our own dog, we went to the Hillside SPCA and adopted the most perfect, wel-behaved and SPOILED dog on the planet. We love him dearly!!
Holly Holzer <hlholzer@fast.net>
Bethlehem, PA USA - Monday, September 20, 1999 at 10:35:21 (PDT)

I LOVE THE HILLSIDE S.P.C.A!! BECAUSE I LOVE ANIMALS!!! LOVE YOU ALL, EMILY
Emily Thompson <deana16_8@yahoo.com>
Md USA - Saturday, September 11, 1999 at 19:50:06 (PDT)

Great site. Love the new updated look. I'm a regular visitor just waiting for that perfect companion to come along and be seen on the Hillside SPCA Web Site! Keep up the GREAT work.
Nikki <nikki@usa.net>
Philadelphia, PA USA - Saturday, September 04, 1999 at 21:53:42 (PDT)

Hi cool page keep up the good work Lori, Barb, Nadine, Trish, Helen, Kyle, Donald, Nancy, Lisa, Mary Ann, Ann Marie, Mary Beth, Cindy, Mary, Tina, Joy, Amy, and all the volunteers! I really hope we didn't forget anyone. i think you guys get the idea though, there are so many wonderful people out there willing to spend their time with these animals, we need more people like you! like we said before keep up the great work, and take care of Denise's dogs until she brings them home! (shortly)lol. shalom live long and prosper. :)
Andrea Kelly and Denise Turkavage <Andrea's address>
Girardville, PA USA - Sunday, August 29, 1999 at 19:46:42 (PDT)

I am sorry that original objective to have a no-kill shelter has not been able to be met. Good luck in adopting out as many animals as you can. Nice photos on the web site. p.s. The kitty Ginger Snap is such a cutie. I hope someone adopts her!
Elizabeth
Calgary, Canada - Monday, August 16, 1999 at 14:07:17 (PDT)

Hello everyone at the SPCA, I just wanted to let everyone know we are doing fine and SKEETER AND FLOWER THE CATS are great .. We enjoy them very much and they are wonderful cats . Id like to thank Helen and all the wonderfull helpers at the Shelter for alway's helpingwithmy cats, and To Helen for picking them out for me. She knew which cats were best for us ! Flower is a very affectionate cat and loves being held and she loves Skeeter also our male cat she follows him around all day hehe .. THis is a great website for all to see how hard every one works at the spca!! well have agreat day and Helen we miss U love SKEETER AND FLOWER THE WARDS
Barbara Ward <daw7@ptd.net>
Pottsville, Pa. USA - Friday, August 13, 1999 at 03:58:06 (PDT)

Cool site I grew up in Schuylkill Haven but have lived in WA. state for 21 years.I willbe moving back to the Haven area in 2002. Thanks for the cool site. Smitty
David R Smith || <fox@olywa.net>
Olympia, Wa USA - Sunday, July 25, 1999 at 16:14:29 (PDT)

Wow - what a great website. I have volunteered at the Vancouver SPCA for over 3 years and myself and the other volunteers find it hard keeping 34 dogs happy, stimulated and exercised until they are adopted and you have over 100 dogs - great work!!! Fabulous website ideas and you have such valuable information for people who are interested in adopting a new pet. Great photos of the dogs and cats! Bye for now
Sandy B. <jryan@home.com>
Vancouver, BC CANADA - Friday, July 23, 1999 at 22:07:38 (PDT)

Thanks a Million!!!!! Just wanted to let you all know Oscar is doing fine! We love our springer puppy and he very quickly bonded to us. I guess when animals go through tough times they are much more willing to accept people. Oscar has lots of room to run and goes swimming at least twice a day. From rags to riches..... Keep up your wonderful work! Your animals are all special and so are your volunteers!!!!
Eileen Gibson
Ravine, PA USA - Tuesday, July 20, 1999 at 04:38:18 (PDT)

Hi, I would just like to say this is a cool website
patty
North Branch, MI USA - Sunday, July 11, 1999 at 16:34:53 (PDT)

Hi, my name is Jen and my mother Helen is the "cat room manager" otherwise known as Helen from the Hillside. I just wanted to leave a little note saying how very proud I am of my mother for how hard she works for those animals to give them all the love and care they need and to find them that extra special home!! My mother has one of the biggest hearts around when it comes to animals, there is nothing that she wouldn't do for an animal. We have gone on many expeditions to save a poor animal in need and I have enjoyed every minute of it because I know that it will make a difference in one animal's life. Everyone that works there should be commended for all their efforts!! I myself have 3dogs, two of which are shelter dogs, thanks to my lovely friend Barbara...Oh that poor little dog, she says to me, and I also have 1 cat also a shelter animal. I think this web site is great!!! All my little buddies down the shelter have become Celebrities!!! I hope that they all find a great home!! I also hope that you guys keep up the good work on the site and keep it going because I believe that it is making a difference in the shelter animal's lives!!! Good luck and God bless!!!!!
Jennifer Probition <jennyp@ptdprolog.net>
Frackville, PA USA - Thursday, July 01, 1999 at 11:22:17 (PDT)

I was out there looking for a dog and Hillside SPCA is one of the cleanest, organized shelters I have visited in a very long time. The animals were clean, feed and well cared for and the volunteers out there were very helpful with providing information and allowing me to take the dogs I wanted out for a walk. I have been to a shelter in Minersville and I walked in and walked right back out. Hillside takes pride in their care for animals and it shows!!! Keep Up the excellent work out there. We all need to help by either volunteering or donating a bag of food, lets help Hillside running.
Lynn <chaplir@f-tech.net>
Pottsville, pa USA - Wednesday, June 30, 1999 at 16:26:13 (PDT)

Barb- This web site is really impressive. This will definitely take you into the Millenium in style. Animal adoption in the 90's. How cool is that? Call The Peace Frog to advertise and help out whenever you need us for your fundraisers and I'll be in touch this fall about the benefit. NICE WEB SITE.....
Donna Boyd <smb4625@csrlink.mail.net>
Pottsville, Pa USA - Tuesday, June 22, 1999 at 08:37:50 (PDT)

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R.Derr
- Sunday, June 13, 1999 at 08:12:31 (PDT)

Went to your site looking for a dog to adopt,I saw Simon and just fell in love with him.We will be down on sunday 6/13 to aopt this beautiful dog!
Tom Racite <tracite@hotmail.com>
Hawley, PA USA - Saturday, June 12, 1999 at 06:58:18 (PDT)

This is such a great page! I love to read the stories of the animals and I feel bad for all of them, and I wish that I could addopt them all! But I know there is no way that I can!! Hopefully they will all find good homes! Thanks for the page!!
Kristy Alshefski <loveyahbabe_99@yahoo.com>
Hazleton, PA USA - Thursday, June 10, 1999 at 14:30:57 (PDT)

I was surfing the net looking for keeshonds available for adoption when I stumbled across your site. I was greatly impressed. I am an avid believer that rescued animals should not be rescued for the possibility of euthanasia; they deserve a fighting chance. Keep up the wonderful work!
Sandra L. Mowery <sadiem@ptd.net>
Coal Township, PA USA - Monday, May 31, 1999 at 19:26:08 (PDT)

First, this is a great website! I always have and always will love animals, and it's great to know they have people who truly care! Second, I would like to commend my cousin, Diane Drogalis, who not only finds time to care for her adoptees, but also finds time to volunteer for fund raisers at Hillside. I love you cuz, keep up the good work! And may God bless all of you! Meesh :-)
Michele Melbour n <MeeshM@aol.com>
Bridgewater, NJ USA - Saturday, May 15, 1999 at 08:37:18 (PDT)

On the advice of a friend, I looked at your website for the first time. WOW! It's beautifully done, the photos are endearing, and you're chock-full of good information. If I were currently in the market for an animal or two, I would come to visit you. At present, our family is owned by an Australian cattle dog and two domestic short-haired cats. Word of mouth advertising is the most effective, but isn't there some additional way you can get the word out about your website? It's so good, and I'm sure it would motivate people to visit you when they're ready to adopt a furry friend. I like the Letters to the Editor that periodically appear in our Pottsville Republican. They help raise awareness, as do your articles about the necessity of neutering animals and providing adequate shelter and affection for them. Also keep up your gorgeous photos that appear too seldom in our paper. It would be good if they were in more frequently. Best of luck, and best wishes.
Debbie K.
Pottsville, PA USA - Friday, May 07, 1999 at 14:14:03 (PDT)

Having a website should be invaluable in helping to place pets. Keep-up the good work, especially "older animals" have difficulty in finding a new home. Good luck - glad to be a member of HillSide, although we have our own animals to look-after here in Harrisburg-area!
Lorena F. Lemons <llemons@oa.state.pa.us>
Millersburg, PA USA - Friday, May 07, 1999 at 10:56:04 (PDT)

I have been to a lot of animal shelter websites and I must say that this is one that stands out as an example of how to do it right. The design is good and the frequent updates are outstanding. Keep up the good work!
Carrie Laben <crl5@cornell.edu>
Ithaca, NY USA - Saturday, May 01, 1999 at 14:55:45 (PDT)

This is the best shelter site, that I have found for the North eastern Pa. area.
Dez <vexx@csrlink.net>
Nanticoke, PA USA - Friday, April 23, 1999 at 13:22:21 (PDT)

Your website is truly teriffic!! I am glad to see that you post other animals besides the cats and dogs. Also, I think it is really great that you update so often! You are doing a great job! Keep up the good work!
Pam Randis <foxfire28@webtv.net>
Beaver Meadows, PA USA - Thursday, April 22, 1999 at 18:33:02 (PDT)

Barb and folks at the Hillside. I am impressed indeed with the site you have developed. Always proud to be part of the organization and wishing everyone all the best.
Joe Chiaretti <joec336@sunlink.net>
Girardville, Pa USA - Wednesday, April 14, 1999 at 19:24:19 (PDT)

I have adopted 4 animals from Hillside and worked there for a short period of time. I must say the true devotion and love shown to the animals through the employees is unbelievable. Smokey (crippled poodle from 1990), has been enjoying his life to the fullest in the country. He is slower now but still loves every step he takes. All the animals I have brought home have been wonderful pets -- better than I could have imagined -- Thank You for saving the lives of my new family members! Looking forward to many more years of connection to Hillside! Keep up the good work!!!
Lynn Geiger <kountry@pottsville.infi.net>
Schuylkill Haven, Pa USA - Wednesday, April 14, 1999 at 06:54:12 (PDT)

I feel awful about how many animals get killed every year pointlessly, mostly because of human's carelessness. It's siteslike these that really matter on the web. Ones that do some good for the voiceless-our pets.
Shoofeh
Montrose, ca USA - Tuesday, April 13, 1999 at 15:35:53 (PDT)

I LOVE this site! It's the neatest! I have 1 dog named Kodi who is a Newfoundland and 3 cats, Black Cat was found in a shed in our backyard when we moved so we took her in, Crystal we rescued from a shelter after she was hit by a car and no one claimed her so we took her home with us alive, Tigger is our third cat and she is from a barn in NH which is where we got her from. Thank you soo much for establishing a shelter for animals that have no other place to go to and by giving them the warmth and love they need.
Erin <ReblGrl14@aol.com>
Fairfax, VA USA - Sunday, April 11, 1999 at 16:45:11 (PDT)

I totaly love animals and am pleased that there are no kill shelters for them to go to. I suport everything here and wish u all good luck in the future
Melissa Schirmer <ps_i_love_u@yahoo.com>
USA - Thursday, April 08, 1999 at 10:02:04 (PDT)

Just happened across your website and think that it is absolutely wonderful. It really tells it like it is. You are a wonderful, energetic group, dispensing love and care to so many disadvantaged animals. You have been very successful in providing love and shelter to these animals. We wish you continued success and hope that your needs are helped along by the wonderful people of Schuylkill County.
Lorraine and Jim Sweeney <rainie@sunlink.net>
Shenandoah, PA USA - Tuesday, March 30, 1999 at 20:00:47 (PST)

This is a good web site to have, keep up the great work you guys!!
SARAH K. <urtyj@hotmail.com>
Pleasant Hill, CA USA - Wednesday, March 24, 1999 at 12:19:45 (PST)

We're 2 for 2 with Hillside. Sandy in Feb '98 and Joey in Feb'99. Two great pooches.
The Lynaghs <lynagh@potsville.infi.net>
Deer Lake, PA USA - Friday, March 12, 1999 at 23:43:54 (PST)

Just wanted to say hi to all my friends at the shelter! Thanks to all your hardwork I am a happily spoiled dog!!! Thanks for everything and keep up the great work!
Pinky <squiggy93@hotmail.com>
USA - Thursday, March 04, 1999 at 06:59:00 (PST)

Hello SPCA! Wonderful website, glad to finally see you all on line! I am moving to the area in February with my kitties Louis and Sophie and am looking forward to volunteering at the shelter! Keep up the great work!
Karin Thielking <K-Thielking@hotmail.com>
Springfield, VA USA - Wednesday, January 20, 1999 at 13:00:17 (PST)

Hello to my favorite people who took great care of us when we didn't have a home.You's made sure we had enough to eat and plenty of love until Helen made sure we went to a loving family, she knew who would love us.Then the day came we were taken home to my new family Dana and Barbara Ward.They have given us love and affection.So I Thankyou Helen and everyone else who took care of us while we were at the shelter. My new family is busy with us but she didn't forget about you's. Thankyou for the new family. LOVE FROM SKEETER AND FLOWER
Barbara Ward <daw7@ptd.net>
Pottsville, Pa. USA - Sunday, January 17, 1999 at 17:11:37 (PST)

Hi Gang, Just wanted to say, "Hi" to all my friends.I love my new home,and I'm very spoiled. Hope you all get a new home soon,but I know you have the best care at Hillside.I got presents at Christmas, with my 2 brothers .What fun! We had Friskies Turkey& giblets for Chrsitmas dinner.MEOW!Say "Hi" to Helen for me.I used to be the baby when I was there.I'm full grown now. Bye from Muskie!
Muskie Albert <arciay@pottsville.infi.net>
Auburn, Pa USA - Monday, January 11, 1999 at 04:51:04 (PST)

I THINK YOUR WEB SITE IS GREAT I HAVE 2 DOG 2 BIRDS AND A RABBIT ALREADY BUT I DID GET MY BOYFRIEND TO ADOPT A DOG FROM THE SPCA JUST RESENTLY AND SHE IS GREAT AND VERY LOVABLE!
MELANIE <MELWIG@WEBTV.NET>
KULPMONT, PA USA - Sunday, January 10, 1999 at 06:03:56 (PST)

Wonderful web site! I just spent the last 45 minutes or so pouring over your pet pics and reading the heart-breaking stories of your special needs pets. Bless you all and the animals you are working so hard to save.
Kevin <Cryptid@aol.com>
Kennewick, WA USA - Saturday, January 02, 1999 at 00:30:50 (PST)

Wonderful web site. We just lost our much loved 14 year old shephard-collie mix. When the time is right, and we feel we are ready, we will certainly make a trip to Hillside. Please keep up the good work for the sake of the animals.
M. Zaharis <wilsnwez@f-tech.net>
St. Clair, Pa. USA - Wednesday, November 25, 1998 at 13:31:03 (PST)

Nice page. Found you through the Humane Society Web Ring. Nice to see a shelter that give the animals a chance to be adopted instead of putting them to sleep just a few days after they arrive. I know there are some like that out there, but we need more like Hillside!
Anne <annieoakley@hotmail.com>
Newark, NJ USA - Friday, November 13, 1998 at 08:01:24 (PST)

In the last 18 months we've adopted two beagles from Hillside. Those dogs quickly became a very important part of our family. The employees at Hillside did a superb job of matching the right dogs to our family. Unfortunately, our male beagle, Sam ran away from home 3 weeks ago. Our female beagle, Daisy is despondent. We'll probably be heading back to Hillside very soon for a companion for Daisy.
Barbara Coombe <pbtpcash@sunlink.net>
Ashland, PA USA - Thursday, November 12, 1998 at 12:41:57 (PST)

Dear Lori, I am Nadine and Barbara's sister Paula. I was overwhelmed by the tribute to your dog Lazarus Reilly. I also lost my beloved dog in the same way so I understand where your coming from. Your candellight service was one of the most beautiful tributes I have ever read and I cried for an hour. Barbara and Nadine have told me what a lovely person both of you are and I hope I can meet you someday. You are both in my prayers. Paula Murphy.
Paula Murphy <jjpm@mail.sunlink.net>
Ashland, Pa USA - Saturday, November 07, 1998 at 16:16:37 (PST)

Hi, everyone, from we gals at South Schuylkill Printing (The Call). Great web site!! A really good idea!!!
June Bensinger <junb@pottsville.infi.net>
Sch. Haven, PA USA - Thursday, October 29, 1998 at 18:48:28 (PST)

Greetings to my good friends who gave me years of joy with Stormy,Gregory, and Bonkers.
Mary Schaeffer <xscats@pottsville.infi.net>
New Ringgold, PA USA - Thursday, October 29, 1998 at 13:54:25 (PST)

Great Page! I'm sure this will help in finding these pets a good home. We actually adopted a dog from your shelter and he is a very good dog.
Michelle <mich_pa@hotmail.com>
Pottsville, Pa USA - Wednesday, October 14, 1998 at 12:42:33 (PDT)

Hi everybody, Miss and love you!
Jeanne Stidham <drew@ultrazone.com>
Las Vegas, NV USA - Tuesday, October 06, 1998 at 21:54:01 (PDT)

i'm am so happy that tha many animals in your shelter finally have a safe and warm plase to stay. it warms my heart to know that someone cares!! keep up your great work and i hope one day all the pets i your shelter find wonderful and happy homes!!!
Sheena Smith <sheener_neener@hotmail.com>
Fernie, BC Canada - Monday, September 28, 1998 at 17:07:44 (PDT)

WHAT A GREAT JOB YOU ARE DOING. YOU ARE CERTAINLY A ROLE MODEL FOR OTHER SHELTERS TO LEARN FROM. THANK YOU FOR GIVING THESE DESERVING ANIMALS A SECOND CHANCE WITH FAMILIES WHO APPRECIATE THE PURE JOY THEY BRING TO ALL!
ELLIE & MARTY PODWAY <VERY IMPRESSED WITH YOUR SHELTER. YOU ARE TRULY A COMPASSIONATE HARDWORKING GROUP OF PEOPLE.>
PASADENA, CA USA - Friday, September 25, 1998 at 11:28:32 (PDT)

Very nice site........... glad to see your on the net.
Jim B <onetech@ptd.net>
Sch Haven, PA USA - Monday, September 21, 1998 at 18:06:04 (PDT)

Nice web page, hope it helps Hillside, ain't been there lately, been to the one at Zerbe
Richard Derr <rderr@pot.infi.net>
Frackville, PA USA - Saturday, September 19, 1998 at 19:59:55 (PDT)

From a former shelter dog comes best wishes on the new web site and hope that many, many more animals at Hillside find good homes!
Heidi the Husky <heidi@shulersnet.com>
Zerbe, PA USA - Tuesday, September 15, 1998 at 08:32:30 (PDT)

Our best wishes to Hillside SPCA on their new web site. We hope that it helps find homes for more animals from the shelter. We are proud to be a part of this project.
James and Lori Fogg <webdesign@shulersnet.com>
Zerbe, PA USA - Tuesday, September 15, 1998 at 08:31:39 (PDT)

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