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NOTICE
Due to severely over-crowded conditions
NO OUT of COUNTY ANIMALS are being accepted for intake
at the Hillside SPCA at this time.
All OUT-OF-COUNTY ADOPTIONS require submittal of
an
application WITH vet
references, our APPROVAL of the application, and mandatory spaying or
neutering of the animal PRIOR to
adoption. See our FAQ
page for more info. |
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Many animals are
brought to shelters because of "behavior problems" their owners
mistakenly believe to be permanent. Nationwide, nearly 70% of
these animals end up being "put to sleep" making death from
behavior problems the leading cause of pet mortality. Many times,
it is our OWN inappropriate reaction to natural instincts in
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ZERO - Number of animals "put
to sleep" at the Hillside SPCA "because they were here too long"
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August 27, 2008 marked two years
since the passing of Joseph Parnell, 33, beloved son of
Barbara Umlauf, Hillside Shelter Manager. In honor
of Joe, the "Joe Parnell Spay/Neuter and Emergency Fund"
was created. Thanks to the generosity of those who
gave, numerous seriously ill animals have been saved
through this fund's ability to cover extensive
veterinary bills and in spaying and neutering to save
lives and reduce the unwanted pet population. Your
support of this fund allows the shelter to continue this
vital work. Please join in honoring Joe and the
animals he so loved by donating to 'Joe's Fund' today.
Simply click the "Make a Donation" button to make a secure, easy on-line
donation. Those wishing to mail a donation should
note "Joe's Fund" on their checks and mail to: Joseph
Parnell Emergency and Spay/Neuter Fund, Hillside SPCA,
PO Box 233, Pottsville, PA 17901
Join us for these
upcoming
fundraising events
and MORE>>
Updated 4 Sept 08
September 21 - CORVETTE SHOW, Bubeck Park, Schuylkill Haven
- (details to follow)
September 27 - HILLSIDE SPCA DOG
WALK AND BOW WOW BEAUTY PAGEANT -
Jeff Chirico of Channel 28 WBRE, Wilkes-Barre will be
the "CHIEF DOG WALK LEADER" for our walk-a-thon !
Please join us and make this one of our biggest events
of the year. With your support, we can turn this
into a great annual event! This event has something for
everybody: beauty contest, kid's events, food and
beverages, informational tables, doggie dancers, rescue
groups and tons of other activities to compliment the
walk. Of course, your (leashed) dogs are welcome and
encouraged to attend!
9 am to 4 pm (rain date Sept 28)
Tuscarora State Park, Barnesville, PA
Info: Lisa Devlin, 570-764-5324 or
Email
See our Fundraising page for
poster and more info! >>
Get your WALKER REGISTRATION/PLEDGE FORM
Here>>
September 28 - TAMAQUA GEAR
GRINDER'S CRUISE
Proceeds to benefit Hillside -
(details to follow)
NEW!
September 28 - The Greystone Restaurant & The Humane
Fire Company Present Pasta 4 Paws Spaghetti Dinner
Includes salad, choice of meat sauce or sausage, garlic
bread & dessert; East In or Take Out
Sunday, September 28, 2008 - 11 am to 5 pm
at the Humane Fire Co. 3rd and Laurel Streets,
Pottsville
Benefits Hillside SPCA $10 in advance - $12 at door
Tickets may be purchased at the Hillside SPCA, Sasha's
Canine Bakery on the Pottsville-Minersville Highway
(more locations listed as they are announced)
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We are a truly unique animal shelter.
Our dog and puppy population is rarely less than 100, and
our feline facility is always on overload with nearly 200 cats
and kittens in residence.
Many shelters put a strict time limit on how long they will
allow an animal to be in the shelter before euthanizing them. The Hillside SPCA does not. We have some
residents here at the shelter who have been with us for years,
even their entire lives. No animal at the Hillside SPCA is
ever put to death for being here "too long".
The animals here are NEVER sentenced to life in a kennel
as in some shelters. Dogs can run and play in a
large fenced-in area and cats have large "condos" and
enclosed extended rooms so that they can socialize and safely
enjoy "the outdoors".
Our outstanding adoption rate allows us to take in unwanted
animals without putting a time limit on them, but the
current
unrelenting
stream of unwanted, abused, and homeless animals arriving
to take the place of those adopted is leaving us severely over-crowded.
The Hillside SPCA is able to keep our doors open for the
animals who need us only through donations from our
supporters. The shelter does not receive government funds, nor is
it affiliated with any national organization. Monetary,
pet food, and supply donations are always welcome and deeply
appreciated!
If you would like to volunteer, we encourage you to donate
your time to help make the day brighter for a homeless animal. |
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Of Interest... |
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Get a
personalized VISA Card with your pet's photo!! |
"A good example of the high quality animal shelter sites in
Pennsylvania" |
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DONATE
to the Hillside SPCA
ON-LINE! |
Fast, Easy, SECURE!
Choose a single time donation
or subscribe to our Monthly Recurring Donor Subscription
program.
Why not
DONATE TODAY?
Those wishing to make a donation in
memory of Joseph Parnell should send contributions
to: Joseph Parnell Emergency and Spay/Neuter Fund Hillside
SPCA, PO Box 233, Pottsville, PA 17901
or
CLICK HERE to donate
on-line. |
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For Pet Lovers |
Soft Paws as a humane and effective alternative to
de-clawing cats.
Dog Dictionary - humorous
insight into doggie "terms".
The Iditarod - really the "Great"
American Race?
lostpets.com -
Search this free service to help re-unite lost pets with their
owners.
Stolen
Pets - Nearly two million companion animals are stolen
each year. Some under false pretense through "free
ads", abducted from their yards, or are taken from humane
shelters through a practice called pound seizure. These
animals are then sold to research laboratories, dog-fighting
rings, or puppy mills, where they are abused and often killed.
Your tax dollars are also involved... This is NOT an "urban
legend" as some would like you to believe. FREE Ads are NO Bargain
- what really happens to pets placed in "free ads" and ways to
avoid their suffering.
Puppy Mills - why you should
NEVER buy a dog from a pet shop.
United Animal Nations - "Lifeline" program may provide
help for those unable to afford vet care for their pet |
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We participate in the Snuggles Project |
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