Dog Adoption Network - Main News Stories from June/July 2005

Petco Partners Continue To Provide

Larry Rinaldi and Leona, Managers of the Enfield Petco Store have continued to support The Dog Adoption Network and other animal organizations in the Springfield area. Recently DAN was asked to provide an informational booth at their store with Cat Pack for Animal Adoption Day.

Larry and Leona have proven themselves to be true friends of animals.

DAN Celebrates 11th Year in Animal Welfare

DAN was invited on June 16th 2005 to produce a cable television program outlining it's activities and history of providing animal welfare networking services. With the assistance of Dave Buchannon and "Mohegan" (DAN's mascot) Dr. Dean told the history of The Dog Adoption Network from its early relationship with the old TJ O'Connor Facility, DAN'S conferences, and exhibits and its roll in promoting the building of a new TJ O'Connor shelter.

Our special thanks to Station Manager, Caroline and her technical support team, Barbara, Bill and Adam for their professional assistance. And of course, many thanks to "The Voice", Dave Buchannon, owner of "Barking Dog" for his professional talent. He may be reached at 413-575-1830.

TJ O'Connor Animal Control & Adoption Center

T.J. O'Connor's website is up and running at www.tjoconnoradoptioncenter.com

At the last Board of Supervisor meeting held June 8th, 2002, Director Barbara Hays stated that equipment for the surgical room had been ordered and she hoped that their neuter/spay program would be started by July 1st. Dr. Lerner will be providing veterinarian services. The Center is hoping for a veterinarian on staff 1-2 days per week.

Adulthood Manners Class starts June 23rd with Kim Balboni as trainer, 6 weeks for $85.00 on Saturdays.

Volunteers are needed for Saturdays now that vacation time has arrived (Please go online for application). Volunteers at the last meeting discussed safety issues regarding outside runs. Dogs are digging under the fencing and there is no protective covering for runs. The use of tarps to shield dogs from heat and sun was discussed.

The next Board of Supervisors meeting is July 13th 2005 at 3:45.
For more information on dogs AND CATS available for adoption, volunteer applications, and training classes please visit their new website at www.tjoconnoradoptioncenter.com

A generous donation to The Dog Adoption Network has been given in memory of Mort Briggs of Wakefield, Rhode Island. This gift will go a long way in helping lost and abandoned animals find loving homes.

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