Feline Health in Innovative Triple Cs
Fifi Jumping on the Couch?  Fluffy Pulling on his Leash? 

Get moving with Fido's fit club   

Did you know that over 40% of dogs and 67% of people are overweight?  Being overweight leads to a plethora of health problems for people AND pets, including a shorter lifespan, arthritis, and heart disease.

The Friends have joined forces with Oakwood Healthcare, the Petco Foundation, and Unleashed Mobile Veterinary Services to help YOU and your pup get on the right track! 

Fido's Fit Club is a membership progam to help both you and your dog lose weight; improve heart health and flexibility; increase endurance; and provide mental stimulation through a great workout in a fun setting.

Special introductory event:  FFC Petco Day
Date:  Saturday, June 26
Walk time/Club time:  8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. (walk with current members!)
New member registration:  10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (learn all about FFC)
Where:  Petco, 23155 Outer Drive, Allen Park
Event cost:  Free 1-time FFC trial
Membership cost:  $50 for bimonthly Saturday activities from July to October 2010
Membership includes:  Fido's Fitness Journal, monthly weigh-ins, Petco goodie bag, Petco coupon books, and much more

Summer is the best time to get started, so join Fido's Fit Club now!

feline Health in Innovative Triple C's 

The Cat Community Centers (Triple C's) keep our adult cats happy and healthy during their stay with us--which could be lengthly.  Up to 15 cats live cage-free in each of the 4 trailers, so they can enjoy kitty camaraderie, sunshine, and cuddles from visitors who sit in a comfy chair.

Not only do our Triple C cats stay more active and healthy, they are adopted much more quickly.

2009 Triple C stats:
- Number of cats:  110 (up 21%)
- Number of cats adopted:  97 (up 63%)
- Average length of stay:  4 to 6 months



Sponsor a Triple C month for $250.
Sponsor a portion of a Triple C month for as little as $50.

Your Triple C donation covers trailer rental, insurance, food, and supplies for all cats in 1 trailer for 1 month.

Your donation is tax deductible.  It also makes a great gift for birthdays, graduations, or honoring that special someone--two or four-legged.

Fifi jumping on the couch?  fluffy pulling on his leash?

Sign up Fido and Spot for dog-friendly behavior training.  Linda Thomas is our Certified Pet Dog Trainer; who provides excellent training classes.  Detailed class information, including the new Levels training, can be found on our website.  Check out the training class schedule.








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adopt

Emmi is a 9 month old pit mix and weighs 25 lbs.  She is currently in a foster home and gets along with children, other dogs and cats.  Emmi is housebroken and crate trained.  Please consider taking this loveable girl home.

donate

Norman, a 3-year-old striped tabby has spent almost his entire life in the Triple C number 1 trailer.  Because of you, he knows he has a home until he finds his forever family.  Click here to donate.    

events

Success "Rains" on Critter Invitational
Attendance:  Almost 150
Funds Raised:  Nearly $60,000

Despite a weekend of flooding rains, we held our 17th annual Critter Invitational on Monday, June 7.  We couldn't have done it without the management teams at Dearborn Hills and TPC Michigan, led by Lee Morris (DH) and Lee Woodruff (TPC), along with Xceed Business Solutions, who came to our rescue.  Both Lee's, as well as TPC's Nate Matejek and Danielle Daniot, artfully rearranged the event and masterfully managed to accommodate all of our golfer and attendee needs.

The Friends thank all of Critter's volunteers, donors and supporters.  You help keep us on par!

Check out the full Critter recap.
View our Critter photo gallery, courtesy of Petparazzi, Ed Serecky.

volunteer

Though our office staff and the animals are back in the shelter; we still have a lot of items to move back.  We would like volunteers to come in during business hours to help organize, pack things up, then move the items back into the shelter.  This way, we will be more organized, and efficient. For a list of additional needs, read the Volunteer Enews.  To volunteer, contact Sue Clifton at dasclifton@aol.com