Southwick/Westield Shelter Continues to Fundraise
 Animal Control Officers Pat and Ken Frazer and a dedicated group of volunteers continue to have meetings and raise money in hopes of building a new no-kill shelter for their area. Events include ongoing candybar sales, spaghetti suppers, walk-a-thon and a proposed car show.
 If you would like to further information regarding news, meetings and volunteering contact Lisa at 413 237-0266 for more information.
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Enfield PETCO Recognized
 Managers Larry Rinaldi, Leona Wargat,Team Leader Jacqui Leopold and Store Associates of Enfield, CT Petco were presented DAN's Animal Welfare Award on March 27, 2007. The Enfield store was recognized for their continued support in their efforts to improve animal welfare and promote adoptions.
Part of their annual contributions to DAN allowed our organization to purchase a brand new commercial high efficiency washer for TJ O'Connor Adoption and Animal Control Center.
 
THANK YOU TO THE ENFIELD PETCO TEAM!!!!
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Feline Friends Inc. Exhibit at Enfield PETCO
 Susan Plourde, President of Feline Friends and volunteer Yvonne raised funds and awareness regarding their efforts to adopt many of their feline friends. Their mission is simple: to place homeless and unwanted cats and kittens into safe and loving homes.
For more information call Feline Friends at 413-786-5019... New foster homes are always welcome.....
A couple of felines in need of homes:
 
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Pet Food Recalls and Alternatives
For ongoing and latest recalls visit www.fda.gov/oc/opacom/hottopics/petfood.html
"The Yuk Factor" - Great and informative site for how to interpret pet food labels, (what byproducts, generic ingredients mean) How your dog food brand compares: www.dogfoodproject.com
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Excerpt from The Repbulican Regarding Proposed Pit Bull Ban vs. Dangerous Dogs
"Dog owners fight pit bull ban"
Tuesday, May 15, 2007
By DAN RING
dring@repub.com
BOSTON - Dog owners from across the state, including Springfield and Westfield, yesterday told legislators to scrap a proposed ban on pit bull terriers, saying it would be both discriminatory and nearly impossible to enforce.
Lawmakers are considering a possible statewide ban on pit bulls as part of an effort to give cities and towns more control over potentially dangerous dogs."
For full article go to MassLive/Republican
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In Loving Memory of Saucy
This edition is dedicated in memory of Saucy, beloved companion of Michelle Downie.
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