Today, several students worked at the Buddy Center in Castle Rock. The center is perfoming a 24 hour deep cleaning operation, and the staff was very thankful for our volunteers. They all got busy at 9am this morning scrubbing, sweeping, wiping, and cleaning, the surgery suites, dog kennels, cat holing areas, and even the break room. The Dumb Friends League is one of the best operations in the nation, according to Larry Beers, Buddy Center Technician.
Here's are some facts from the shelter itself...
According to the most recent statistics (2007) the Buddy Center shelter received 4,927 animals last year. More than 22,000 pets have been adopted since the shelter opened in 2002.
Homes with a Heart is a foster care program for the animals. This success of this program has had the most impact on saving more animal's lives. Thanks, in large part, to 113 volunteers, the program provides care for animals recovering from illness or injury, for orphaned kittens and puppies, and for mother cats and dogs with their offspring.
The Dumb Friends League also hosts a TLC Extended Care program which hosts hundred of dogs, and thousands of cats, while being treated for illness in the TLC Centers at the Quebec Street Shelter. All animals are available for adoption through the program.
Veterinary Services are also available, and before entering the adoption program, all animals are examined, evaluated, and vaccinated. Upon adoption, dogs, cats, and rabbits are spayed or neutered.
If you would like more information on volunteering for the Dumb Friends League, or to make a donation, or adopt a pet visit the website at http://www.ddfl.org/.
Thanks to Larry Beers, the Buddy Center Technician for organizing our volunteer activities, and to team leader Erica Manguia, students Isidro Susano, Mary Pierpont, Sabrina Leonard, Nicole Schultz, Melanie Dominguez, Angela Piercy, Jennifer Lonnes, and Michelle Meyer.
Great work, everyone and congratulations on a full week giving your time to some very worthwhile causes. You have all made a real difference!!!
You are all invited to Wag 'N Trail!!!!
September 20, 2008 from 8:30-12:30
Join the Dumb Freinds League at the Glendale Open Space. I-25 and Surrey Ridge, just north of Castle Rock. Hike the beautifil, 1.6 mile trail with your dog, shop for pet freindly merchandise, and enjoy demonstrations and great food.
Raise and Win!!!!
Raise at least $75 in pledges and get a limited-edition Wag "N Trail logo long-sleeved T-shirt, a fabulous photo of you and your dog, and delicious ice cream treats.
All proceeds benefit the Dumb Friends League Buddy Center in Castle Rock.
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