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Name: Little Kitten
Gender: Female
Age: 5 years, 2 months
Species: Cat
Breed: Domestic Shorthair
Orphaned Since: 10/2/2009
Little Kitten has been waiting almost three moths to find the love of her life after her owner passed away in October. She’s got gorgeous green eyes and soft silver fur that make cuddling a must for every day that ends in ‘y’.
Name: Muffin
Gender: Female
Age: 5 years
Species: Dog
Breed: Yorkshire Terrier
Orphaned Since: 12/4/2009
Muffin came to the SPCA at the beginning of December after transferring from a rescue in Tennessee. She has no use of her back legs, but she could run races in her cart! She’s very sweet and very special. All this little lady needs is extra TLC, and she’s sure to make you happy this New Year. Open your heart and home to her today.
Visit us at the SPCA
Adoption Center open Mon – Sat, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
5850 Brannen Rd S in Lakeland
Call 646-7722
www.lovemyspca.com
Name: Little Kitten
Gender: Female
Age: 5 years, 2 months
Species: Cat
Breed: Domestic Shorthair
Orphaned Since: 10/2/2009
Little Kitten has been waiting almost three moths to find the love of her life after her owner passed away in October. She’s got gorgeous green eyes and soft silver fur that make cuddling a must for every day that ends in ‘y’.
Name: Muffin
Gender: Female
Age: 5 years
Species: Dog
Breed: Yorkshire Terrier
Orphaned Since: 12/4/2009
Muffin came to the SPCA at the beginning of December after transferring from a rescue in Tennessee. She has no use of her back legs, but she could run races in her cart! She’s very sweet and very special. All this little lady needs is extra TLC, and she’s sure to make you happy this New Year. Open your heart and home to her today.
Visit us and the rest of the animals in our care at the SPCA Campus of Kindness
Adoption Center open Mon – Sat, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
5850 Brannen Rd S in Lakeland
Call 646-7722 or visit us online at www.lovemyspca.com
Name: Shadow
Gender: Female
Age: 2 months
Species: Cat
Breed: Medium Hair
Orphaned Since: 12/5/09
Shadow is so little but she has a big heart. She’s just a small kitten but she’s full of such spark. Black and white fur and green eyes to match. She’ll win your heart and is more than a catch!
Name: Bulldog
Gender: Male
Age: 10 months
Species: Dog
Breed: Bulldog
Orphaned Since: 11/25/2009
Bulldog is his name and playing’s his game. He’s handsome and sweet, quite the joy to meet. Great guy and so cute any house he can suit. Friendly and so wise with his liquid gold eyes. He’s ready and willing to be the dog you can own only thing left is to open your home.
Visit us at the SPCA
Adoption Center open Mon – Sat, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
5850 Brannen Rd S in Lakeland
Call 646-7722
www.lovemyspca.com
All pets are spayed/neutered, microchipped and vaccinations are up to date through our full-service medical center which is also open to the public.
You can also check out some of our adoptables at Lakeside Village on Tuesdays – Saturdays, 10 – 6. The Lakeside Village location will also be open on Dec. 20 and 21, 10 – 6.
A few weeks ago, we petitioned our supporters to help orphaned pet, Lemondrop. He’s a great looking, lab mix with a heart of gold and a charism about him that makes you want to love him forever. The only thing stopping this guy was an old fracture on one of his rear legs that left him hopping and distributing his weight onto his front paws. After our vets took a look at him, we decided that a cart was the next best thing. So, we asked for your help and boy did you answer that call!
Not only did donations begin pouring in, but word got out to Veterinary Healthcare Associates in Winter Haven. VHA decided to donate and perform orthopedic surgery for Lemondrop and follow the surgery with intense rehabilitation to give him a new leash on life. All of the monies that were donated for Lemondrop have been put in his very own “Lemondrop Fund” and will be used to help future canines with similar health issues.
I went to one of Lemondrop’s rehabilitation appointments last week and fell in love with him all over again. He has an insatiable spirit and the ability to liven the spirits of anyone around him. Tracie Pollock, a certified canine rehabilitation assistant, bragged on how well Lemondrop has been doing and we all made note that he loved to rehab in front of an audience. He was at his best behavior and has made great progress since day one and there are still a few weeks left until his rehabilitation is over. After the physical therapy is complete, he will be ready to find his forever home.
The SPCA owes a big thank you to all of you that donated to help Lemondrop, and of course, a big thank you to Veterinary Healthcare Associates. Their facility was top-notch along with their friendly and helpful staff.
Click here to see a video of Lemondrop’s visit and if you’d like to give to our Guardian Angel Fund, click here to make your tax-deductible donation today.
We cannot do what we do without you, and we cannot give to them unless you give to us. We are so thankful to be loved and supported by people like you. Happy holidays!
Volunteering at the Auction for the Animals
How did we ever survive without Sherrie? Since her start with us in May of 2009, Sherrie Reits has logged almost 200 hours! In one way or another, Sherrie has been involved with us since the mid 90’s when she adopted her first dog from us. She then worked at the Lakeland Ledger where she created an ad space where local businesses “sponsored” SPCA pets. Then came the blogging…then came the official volunteering earlier this year. Sherrie decided to volunteer on-site for many reasons, but mainly because her daughter Katie wants to be veterinarian and she thought this would be a good experience toward that goal. Being only 13, she needed a parent to be an active volunteer as well. Once they got started, Sherrie says, “it’s been a whirlwind of non-stop activities ever since.”
Sherrie is eager to learn every aspect about the SPCA. She helps us with everything from designing and sewing dog donation coats, to writing grants, to walking our dogs. Sherrie is a great leader and is willing to dive right into things. She loads the SPCA van with supplies and animals and transports our dogs safely to events, giving up the majority of her Saturday to find animals homes. Her work ethic and generosity are evidenced by the fact that she is a mother of four (ages 13-20), mom to a special needs (blind and deaf) Border Collie named Little Bear, works full time as an Executive Assistant at Driver Training Associates, yet somehow finds the time to volunteer over 30 hours a month for us.
She helped with the fashion show at our 30th birthday bash in September, and helped with her first Auction for the Animals this November. She says, “the event impressed me beyond words. It was so well coordinated and the number of people to turn-out for the event was incredible.” Sherrie has served as a FEMA inspector, done some traveling and held some great jobs, but says “being a volunteer for the SPCA ranks right up there among one of the most rewarding experiences I have known. Whether it’s getting dirty in the dog kennels or attending a country club event makes no difference. Learning to teach the dogs to be more obedient or spending cuddling time with the cats; equally gratifying. Sewing costumes or baking cakes, placing signs or standing in the heat – all the same.” What is Sherrie’s favorite thing about volunteering for the SPCA? “When I can help an animal get adopted,” she states. She adds, “When I’m at an off-site event and we adopt out an animal, it’s such a wonderful feeling to know that animal is going to a loving, caring family. To be part of the adoption screening process; to be an advocate for that animal, is a very special feeling.” A few months ago, Sherrie adopted Honey out to a loving family who drove from Pasco County to the off-site event Sherrie was running. Their current pet’s vet records could not be verified, and the family could not get to the adoption center before 5:00 p.m.. Sherrie went out of her way the following Monday evening by meeting the family half way to deliver Honey, once the records were verified. She was nothing but happy to help.
Sherrie’s leadership, initiative, dependability and work ethic are just a few of the dozens of reasons she was chosen this month. Thank you for the generous time you have given for the animals, Sherrie…. we adore you!
“I am very honored to be designated “Volunteer of the Month”, Sherrie stated. “If I had one valuable piece of advice to give, it would be this: VOLUNTEER for the SPCA! You’ll be very glad you did!”
To find out more about volunteering, please visit us online at www.lovemyspca.com or call: 863/646-7722
