2016 annual report
Julie’s borderpapahoula pack
A Personal Message From Our President Dear Friends,
IN ME MO RIAM
DON JORDAN
When people ask me what the SASF does, I always
Behavioral Training and Assessment Program.
pause to consider how best to describe our donors
This program helps SAS staff, volunteers and foster
and what their contributions have meant to the
parents assess and train every dog, cat and critter
animals of Seattle. The simplest answer is SASF
that comes through the shelter doors, and aids in
raises funds so that the SAS can continue to enrich,
helping each animal find their perfectly matched
love, care for and help every animal in need.
forever home. This program sets every animal up
Without SASF donor funding, SAS would not be
for success and it’s because of generous donors like
able to accomplish life-changing improvements
you that we are able to give SAS animals a chance
and programs that serve thousands of Seattle
at lasting happiness that they so deserve.
animals every year. It’s that simple. And it’s that important. In the following pages, you’ll see how
As my second and final year as SASF President
you, our generous donors, have impacted EVERY
comes to a close, I am reminded of all the amazing
animal that SAS has helped.
and positive accomplishments we were able to
2016 SASF Board of Directors Julie Pitt, President Megan Bhattacharyya, Vice President Heidi Beck, Secretary Amanda Parsons, Treasurer Ann Graves, Seattle Animal Shelter Whitney Allen
Hayley Rogers
Stephanie Alexander
Tamra Strentz
Sue Boivin
Seth Terrell
Gina Bonifacino
Laura Walker
It was with shock and great sadness that we said
humane services agencies, and crafting a vibrant
a huge impact on the welfare of adoptable
goodbye to Don Jordan on October 19, 2016. Don
and indispensable volunteer program. It is because
animals during their stay at SAS. Programs
In 2016 we awarded $72,265 in grants to SAS.
pass the baton to a new President, I know that the
was Director of Seattle Animal Shelter (SAS) and
of these transformations that SAS now adopts out
including owner support, community outreach,
Combined with prior grants SASF has now
animals coming through the SAS doors are in a
Seattle Animal Shelter Foundation is a not-
a revered member of the Seattle Animal Shelter
every adoptable animal that comes under its care.
and behavioral training programs benefit animals
contributed over $720,000 to improve the lives
far better place and that the hard work SASF has
for-profit 501(c)3 corporation governed and
Foundation (SASF) Board of Directors. Don was
Don was always looking for ways to improve how
outside the physical walls of the shelter. None of
of all animals cared for by SAS. We were able to
done over the last six years will continue because
operated by a volunteer board of directors.
a kind, compassionate, and dedicated leader who
Seattle can care for our animals and their guardians,
SASF’s successes would have been possible
complete the launch of the fospice program and
every animal deserves a place where they can heal
Donated funds go directly towards improving
devoted his life and career to the care of animals.
and he regularly participated in state and national
without Don’s leadership and support.
we continue to fund ongoing essential programs
and be loved. Thank you for being one of the
the lives of animals at Seattle Animal Shelter.
Under Don’s leadership, SAS transitioned from
animal welfare organizations to share and learn
such as the spay and neuter program for low-in-
thousands of people that believe the shelter can
an animal control facility to the highly respected
from other leaders in the industry.
come families, adoption program, quality of life
be both a temporary home, and yet a permanent
Our Mission
improvements program, owner support program,
place of hope and compassion for all animals in need.
Seattle Animal Shelter Foundation supports
animal welfare organization that it is today.
The SASF Board of Directors will continue to support and promote Don’s animal care vision
During his tenure on the board of SASF, Don
with the passion and dedication that he exhibited
In Don’s 20 years as Director, his efforts to
championed new programs and vital capital
while at Seattle Animal Shelter. For those of us who
implement animal welfare best practices included
improvements to improve the quality of life of
had the pleasure of working with him, he is sorely
offering low-cost spay and neuter programs,
animals at SAS. Construction of an in-house
missed and we will do our best to continue the
hosting creative adoption promotions and outreach,
veterinary clinic, updated housing for cats and
Seattle Animal Shelter Foundation mission in
building partnerships with other animal and
dogs, and a new meet and greet room have made
his honor.
achieve due to our generous donor support. As I
license assistance program, and foster care program. Because of our commitment to making sure every
Shawna Kelley
the programs and initiatives of the Seattle For the Animals,
animal has a chance at happiness, this year we
Julie Pitt
also funded a new leading-edge ASPCA certified
President, SASF Board of Directors
Animal Shelter by engaging our community, increasing awareness and raising funds.
Your 2016 Gifts In Action
Thanks to generous donors like you, SAS can provide the highest level of care for the animals in Seattle and the people who love them. In 2016, SASF continued our support of essential animal care programs and invested in exciting new programs, too. Here is what you’ve helped us achieve in 2016.
Behavioral Training and Assessment Program
New Dog Walking Area
$40,000
$4,800
Even the best shelter is a scary place to be. New
This program will also have huge benefits for
Expansion of nearby retail business around Seattle
sounds, hundreds of smells, and unfamiliar faces
animals who spend long periods of time in the
Animal Shelter has made it difficult to find safe dog
cause stress and make it hard for homeless animals
shelter due to court cases. Caring for these animals
walking spaces. With huge thanks to the Port of
to feel comfortable or be on their best behavior.
presents a unique challenge from day one, and
Seattle and Seattle Department of Transportation,
And when stressed animals show unlikable
every additional day spent in the shelter resulting
SAS has secured a space nearby for dog walking
behaviors, they are less likely to get adopted.
from a languid judicial system compounds the
and exercising. There are no fees to use this area
challenge. Incorporating tailored training programs
but a SASF grant funded the necessary clean up,
To help more animals get adopted, SASF has
into their care will help them be calm and healthy in
modification to the existing fence, installation of
funded a new and permanent Behavioral Training
the shelter, and set them up to succeed when they
a new gate, and truck loads of soft mulch for the
and Assessment Program at SAS. This ASPCA
reach their forever home.
dogs to play in.
parents to not only assess and train every dog, cat
Dogs are not the only beneficiaries of the Behavioral
Because of generous donors like you, the dogs have
and critter that comes through the shelter doors,
Training and Assessment Program. SAS estimates
a safe and natural setting to walk, stretch, sniff and
but helps each animal find their perfectly matched
that in 2016,
forever home.
perfectly matched forever homes. Using the assess-
certified program helps staff, volunteers, and foster
1,000 cats were able to find their
ment protocol, cats who are outgoing and energetic
“
Popsicle came to us as a foster when she was seven months old. She had been severely neglected, and under special supervision due to being a court case dog. She was comfortable in the house but very shy and fearful of people and anxious in new situations. While riding in a car she would duck under the window anytime she would see a pedestrian or hear a loud noise. With the help of SAS’s Behavorial Training, loving volunteers and a lot of special care, Popsicle overcame her fears and anxieties. She is three years old now and loves to do tricks for treats, is a complete social butterfly
around other dogs and even loves hanging her head out the car window. She’s so much more confident and can adjust to almost any situtation. Her happy infectious lust for life has captured our hearts and we are so blessed to have her in our lives. Thank you SAS for saving her and SASF for providing the resources I needed to help her become the happy, confident dog that she is today! We are so grateful for your support!
“
- Kim Scrivner, Popsicle’s Forever Mom
In the few months that the program has been in
can be matched with someone who is looking for
place, 7 “hard to adopt” dogs have found their
those upbeat traits. Cats that are calm and mellow
forever homes. These dogs suffered from very
can find quiet homes more suited to their introverted
challenging behavioral issues, including separation
needs. This program helps ensure every relationship
anxiety and fear aggression, that limit the potential
between kitties and new their guardians is a happy
for adoption. Using behavior modification techniques
and successful one.
learned through the Behavioral Training and Assessment Program, staff and volunteers were
It is because of our generous donors like you that
able to help the dogs through their fear, and change
we can implement new programs like this one, and
their lives and their future outcomes. They are all
give even the hardest-to-adopt animals the very
now enjoying a warm, stable home of their own.
best standard of care.
generally have some fun.
Your 2016 Gifts In Action
Day in and day out, SAS cares for Seattle’s animals and the people who love and provide for them. SASF is always proud to support existing programs that are essential for sustaining or expanding animal care services and providing support for animals in our King County communities. Last year, 11,145 animals were helped because of the generous donations of our animal-loving community. Here is how you helped make life-changing improvements in the lives of Seattle’s animals.
Staff Training Program In 2016 SASF support helped
13 staff members
attend the National Animal Control Association conference at SeaTac. This was the first time in the history of the shelter that Animal Care Officers and
2016 Existing Program Support
Field Officers were able to attend this conference. It
$46,500
gave staff a chance to see how agencies in other parts of the country operate and to learn about new and innovative ways to improve the handling
Spay & Neuter Program
Licensing Assistance Program
Foster Care Programs
Funds from SASF help to underwrite spay and
This program ensures that individuals who cannot
Foster care providers are an essential support;
crime scene processing, community outreach, the
neuter surgeries for animals whose guardians have
afford a license for their furry family member are
their compassion and unwavering dedication is
national animal cruelty reporting database, lost and
low-income or are homeless. By working together
able to keep their licensing current. In some cases
only surpassed by their love for the animals. SASF
found strategies, humane education programs, and
with human service organizations and building
this program can make the difference between a
supports more than 300 foster families who care
compassion fatigue. Each member of SAS came
relationships in underserved communities, SAS is
guardian keeping their family pet or having to
for animals who might have medical concerns, are
back invigorated and inspired to take on extra work
able to provide services to animals that may other-
relinquish them. In 2016 we helped 114 animals
too young to be at the shelter, have shelter stress,
to incorporate new and sustainable actions learned
wise never find their way to a clinic. In 2016, 2,613
and their families.
come from a hoarding situation, or are waiting for
at the conference. One inspired idea is to establish
a court case to be resolved. In 2016 we helped 416
working relationships with local agencies like
animals were altered that would otherwise be able to reproduce and possibly contribute to the
Adoption Support Program
animals and their foster families.
This program supports special adoption events
Quality of Life Improvements
of important matters such as animal cruelty cases,
Seattle Police Department, in order to recognize
homeless animal population.
In-House Veterinary Clinic
domestic violence shelters, social services, and potential animal abuse situations. The more established these relationships become, the easier
that help animals find their perfect, loving forever
it will be to take positive action to protect Seattle’s
homes. Adoption events can increase awareness of
Through SASF donations all animals can enjoy
Since opening its doors in 2016, the veterinary
available shelter and foster animals and it is a great
stimulating and fun quality of life improvements
clinic has cared for more than 1,879 animals.
way to introduce SAS to new communities,
like toys, food puzzles, doggie tunnels, kitty
While every day is different, they can be filled with
potential adopters and volunteers.
condos, prescription food, natural wood chews for
Event Tent Replacement
rabbits, doggie beds, interactive feeding bowls, and even hormone therapy diffusers and a wireless
$185
stereo for soothing tunes that helps relax even the
Unfortunately the shelter lockers were vandalized
most excitable animal. All of these improvements
and an event tent went missing. SASF was able to
urgent care for injured animals, wildlife cases, foster puppies needing vaccines and check ups, kitties needing blood work, turtles and iguanas needing
Feline Fospice Care Program (foster-hospice)
careful diagnoses to treat illnesses, and basic
animals from harm.
exams for all animals that come through SAS doors.
This program allows elderly, terminally ill, or other-
help calm the animals, making their stay at the
help the shelter replace the tent with a small grant.
Clinic veterinarians provide care for animals in the
wise unadoptable animal companions to live out
shelter less stressful and improving their chances
The tent is used at all SAS events such as adoption
shelter and in foster homes, many of whom haven’t
the remainder of their lives in the comfort of a loving
of finding a forever home. In 2016 we helped
received proper health care or attention during
and caring foster home. Granted funds provide
animals feel loved and cared for during their stay
their lives.
prescription food and specialty medical treatment.
at the shelter.
1,912
days and the Furry 5K run which is the primary fund raising event of the shelter.
Thumper receiving his first medical check-up at the SASF donor funded SAS in-house veterinary clinic.
5%
SASF 2016 Financials
Auction Event Net Income Corporate Donations Organization Donations
$116,271.53
.08% Investment Income
11%
42%
Corporate Donations
Individual Donations
$111,121.77 $12,459.98 $3,759.00
In-Kind Donations
$1,200.00
TOTAL INCOME:
In-Kind Donations
$29,853.90
Merchandise Sales Investment Income
.5%
Merchandise Sales
Organization Donations
INCOME Individual Donations
1%
$343.31
$275,009.19
INCOME
40% Auction Event Net Income
Here is a summary of what you have helped accomplish over the past six years by supporting and donating to SASF. We could have never done it without you and we hope that you will continue to be an essential supporter of the Seattle Animal Shelter.
2011
EXPENSES Grants to Shelter
*$72,265.34
Professional Fees
$12,415.25
Printing
$12,093.99
Software
$6,337.65
Other Fundraising Expenses
$6,176.70
Marketing & Advertising
$3,545.56
Insurance
$1,686.00
Business Licenses & Dues
History of SASF Donor Funded Accomplishments
$300.00
5%
3%
1%
Other Fund Raising Expenses
Marketing & Advertising
Insurance
.005% Business Licenses & Dues
6% Software
Inception of the Animal Health and Safety Program Inception of the Sponsored Adoption Program Inception of the Outreach and Training Program
11% Printing
TOTAL EXPENSES:
$114,820.49
NET INCOME:
$160,188.70
NET ASSETS:
$484,720.41
(AS OF 12/31/16) Including granted funds of $20,000.00 returned to *SASF from SAS for the Fospice Program.
2012
EXPENSES
11%
63%
Professional Fees
Grants To Shelter
2013 Construction of the Cat and Critter Rooms Construction of the Meet & Greet Room Inception of the Quality of Life Improvements Program
2014 Support the Development of the Fospice Care Program Support the Development of the Owner Support Program Completion of the Critter Room, Cat Rooms, and Meet & Greet Room
2015
Construction of the Dog Kennel Doors
Construction of the In-House Veterinary Clinic
Construction of the Cat Kennels
Event Tent
Professional Digital Camera for Cruelty Investigations
Inception of the Licensing Assistance Program
To see animals currently available for adoption, visit, www.seattle.gov/animal-shelter/adopt
2016 Seattle Animal Shelter in Service
439
REUNITED
632
DOGS ADOPTED
LOST PETS WITH THEIR OWNERS
809 CATS ADOPTED
RESCUED
467
INJURED WILDLIFE
INVESTIGATED
972
ANIMAL CRUELTY CASES
PERFORMED
HELPED
SURGERIES IN OUR SPAY & NEUTER CLINIC
ANIMALS IN NEED FIND SPECIALIZED HELP
2,613
276
234
CRITTERS ADOPTED
SAS Volunteer Profile Dog Foster Co-Lead & Adoption Lead
Dana Litt, Ph.d. Dept of Psychiatry & Behavioral Studies University of Washington
Dana started volunteering with SAS in 2011 and is now an Adoption Lead for dogs. She is responsible for scheduling and training volunteers on how to help dogs find their perfect forever homes. It’s a fulfilling role and one that SAS depends on to help every pup find lasting happiness. Dana is also the shelter’s Dog Foster Co-lead, an essential role that matches shelter dogs with perfect foster homes. We interviewed Dana to find out more about her roles at the shelter and to highlight her passion for and commitment to each and every dog that comes through the shelter doors.
When Dana is not at SAS, she is a University of Washington faculty member and also donates her time to Wings of Rescue, a charity that flies large number of healthy, at-risk pets to safety at shelters throughout the United States and Canada.
DANA LITT SASF: First of all, we just want to thank you for your on-going support and
and giving breaks to the primary foster parent so that they could also attend
behaviorist, manners classes and constant positive reinforcement (treats),
commitment to SAS dogs. The amount of effort it takes to not do just one but
to the needs of their own families. After eight weeks we found 14 more foster
all provided by SAS. He has since been adopted and is actually an emotional
two essential volunteer roles is greatly appreciated. Can you describe what you
homes to take in one puppy each so that they could start socializing, training
support dog for his new owner. I really love this story not only to highlight the
DANA: There is always more to learn. We are a city that loves animals and I
and be spayed/neutered at 12 weeks. It was a logistical challenge but well worth
dedication that our foster parents have for the dogs, but also to highlight the
would like us to continue the progress we’ve made transforming animal welfare.
the effort. Every puppy and mother has since found his or her forever home.
support and programs that make it possible for these dogs to overcome rough
A lot of it will depend on the attention, thought and effort we give to increasing
beginnings and be able to trust and love humans.
the quality of life we provide animals in the shelter and animals in foster care.
do as the Dog Foster Co-Lead?
DANA: As a Foster Lead, I train new foster parents on rules and regulations
Because the court system can take up to two years, the dogs from the hoarding
of the shelter and outline what the requirements are for being a foster parent.
situation had an extended stay with their foster parents. While in foster, the dogs
We have roughly 150 foster parents and they each have different levels of skill,
received critical medical care, food, warmth and most of all love for the first
training and availability so we try to match the dog with their perfect foster
time in their lives. They have all been adopted to happy homes. All thanks to
parent. When dogs come in, we write a detailed description, and send that out to
our amazing SAS foster parents.
potential foster parents. I then review the responses and create a match. We also create support schedules for multiple foster parents because in some cases we might have a dog with a litter of puppies or special needs and it can take a foster village to make sure the dogs are well cared for. It takes collaboration
SASF: How do you think SASF has helped your work at SAS?
SASF: What would you like to see happen in the future at SAS?
SASF: What would you say to someone who was interested in becoming a volunteer at SAS?
DANA: Well, in so many ways. The new glass dog kennels a few years back made a massive difference with the dogs. The dogs are much calmer and happier
DANA: We are a really engaged, passionate group of volunteers. It’s actually
now. The new kennels took the shelter from looking more like a “pound” to a
pretty amazing to realize the breadth of work that SAS relies on from their
state of the art shelter where animals are welcome and cared for. I instantly saw
volunteers. Although it can be hard work, it is some of the most rewarding work
DANA: I would say that 20-30 foster parents are active all the time. Many of
a change in the dog’s behaviors. Let’s face it, any shelter is a stressful place for
that you’ll ever do. Plus, being surrounded by other like-minded and passionate
SASF: Wow, that’s wonderful. Are all foster parents active all the time?
them are constantly fostering, training and finding the perfect forever homes for
animals, and any way that we can make it easier on them helps everyone on
animal lovers is a really amazing feeling. My work here has enhanced and
and good intentions on everyone’s part to keep the foster program functioning
SAS foster dogs. For most dogs, fostering involves house training, learning
every level. The Animal Behavior Training and Assessment Program is also a
enriched my outlook on life. At least for myself, it has become a central part of
at a level that we feel is far above the typical foster program. Our foster parents
basic manners, and leash manners but for the more difficult behaviors we have
major improvement. It will allow all foster parents to know how to provide the
my identity and part of my persona. My first glimpse into animal welfare was
are truly unsung heroes but it is work that is absolutely necessary for guaran-
been using animal behaviorists and local trainers to help with special training
right kind of training and positive reinforcement so that each dog can be set up
when I adopted my dog eight years ago from a shelter back east and I can tell
teeing a better future for SAS dogs.
needs. Because of this, we are able to adopt out nearly all of our SAS foster dogs.
for success. Providing this type of learning really sets our foster program apart
you that it was not a pleasant experience. Like so many shelters, it was under-
SASF: What was the most fulfilling foster project for you in 2016?
SASF: As you know in 2016, SASF funded a new Behavioral Training and
from any other animal welfare organization. I’m really excited and happy that we
funded and frankly, depressing. Volunteering here at SAS, however, has been a
are in the forefront of new and better ways to serve our animals. The in-house
positive experience and reminds me that shelters can actually be places of hope
veterinary clinic was a lifesaving improvement as well. We get a lot of foster
and inspiration. I would like to think that I have made a positive difference in
animals that have never been to a vet or have had minimal medical attention.
SAS dogs’ lives. It’s what gives me fuel. I try to contribute to the happiness of every dog that comes through our doors. That feeling is immeasurable.
DANA: We had the highest amount of dogs in foster care at one time. The shelter took in 28 dogs from a hoarding situation and at the same time we had two
Assessment Program. How have programs like this helped shelter dogs in foster care?
pregnant mothers that eventually gave birth to 14 puppies. Plus we had the
DANA: One of my absolute favorite foster stories of all time is the story of
I know that SASF also funds foster care basic needs, like prescription food,
usual ongoing foster care needs. Essentially we had over 40 animals in foster
Blue. Blue was a very sweet dog but needed to work on impulse control and
medical attention, toys, beds and necessities that make a shelter dog’s life easier
care at one time. We had a foster home for each of the mothers and their pup-
realizing that the world wasn’t such a scary place. As such, we had to find a
in foster care. It’s truly a multilayered effort. Our foster program could never be
pies and we needed other foster parents to help with short shifts of support
foster who was willing to put in the work to make Blue adoptable. In addition to
as successful as it is today without SASF support.
like feeding, laundry, vet visits, walking and caring for the mothers, socializing
his amazing foster parent, Blue had the support of multiple trainers, an animal
SAS Profile Humane Animal Law Enforcement Officer
KEVIN MACK
Kevin has been a SAS Humane Animal Law Enforcement Officer (aka animal control officer) since 2014. He is one of 11 current officers that work to rescue and keep Seattle’s animals safe. It is a rewarding, and at times, a stressful job, but the roles that these officers play are vital for Seattle animals and our communities. We got to talk to Kevin in between rescue calls and asked him to give us a realistic glimpse into what it takes to do such critical, compassionate and important work. He revealed that some days the work can be hard, but the happy endings make it all worthwhile.
SASF
our cover model
2017 Raining Cats & Dogs Auction
Kevin in a SODO garage with rescued Coopers Hawk
Memphis, a beared dragon, was surrendered in October 2016 when his guardian could no longer care for him.
SASF: It’s interesting that along with domestic animal welfare concerns, SAS
private garage in SODO. The garage had an automatic door, so the hawk must have
Memphis was a shining representative of his
also does work with wildlife. How many wild animals did SAS attend to in 2016?
flown in pursuing prey and when the door closed it could not find a way out. It was a
species and volunteers loved to interact with
two- tiered parking area and fairly wide open so it became a two-person operation.
KEVIN: In 2016 we responded to 467 reports of injured wildlife. Many of our
We needed a plan. Officer Soper stationed herself on the second floor with a net,
wildlife calls ebb and flow with the seasonal migration and breeding cycles
while I remained on the first floor. The plan was to keep the bird moving by waving
of Seattle area wildlife. For instance, we are now in the beginning of Mallard
our nets until it made a mistake or came to rest near one of us. It eventually flew to a
breeding season (early March through June) and soon we will be receiving calls
corner where it pushed off the wall and landed on the ground near me. As it was
to rescue baby ducks stuck in storm drains and window wells. Common calls
trying to decide what to do next I was able to get close enough to gently put the net
that we receive year-round are reports of seagulls with broken wings, squirrels
over it. Once we had it in hand we were able to examine it to make sure that there
that got hit crossing a street, injured pigeons, and ill or injured raccoons. In late
were no injuries. Because the pursuit and capture had been exhausting for the bird
winter and early spring we also frequently get calls about injured eagles, most
we sent it to PAWS for a more thorough assessment by their wildlife veterinarian.
of which have been injured in territorial disputes with other eagles. The birds
The bird was released a day or two later. We live for happy endings like that.
are serious about defending their prime nesting sites and we are often the ones that pick up the individuals that have lost these battles. The injuries are
SASF: What would you say to someone who wanted to become a SAS Animal
sometimes severe, but many of these birds get a second chance at life after
Control Officer?
treatment and eventual release.
KEVIN: Every day is different. And some days are hard on your heart. I meet
SASF: I imagine any area near the Sound is prime real estate for an eagle.
animal lovers all the time who say that they could never do this type of work.
We do have a lot of birds of prey in this area. Have you assisted other species
They say that they love animals so much that they could not face the cruelty
of birds?
and neglect that Animal Control Officers witness daily. But, the thing about this
Please join us for the Seventh Annual SASF Raining Cats & Dogs Auction which will take place Saturday, October 14, 2017 at Bell Harbor International Conference Center, located on the Seattle waterfront. This high energy, fun filled event will be kicked off with three silent auction collections followed by catered dinner and a live auction. Along with many fabulous auction items, there will be a chance to win having your furry family member’s photo on a Seattle City bus and 13 chances to win a photo placement in the SASF 2018 Calendar!
job is, yes, we see awful things and we often meet animals on the worst days of
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KEVIN: Many. For example, we rescued a gorgeous Coopers Hawk last summer.
their lives, but we are the ones who get to help make sure that every day after
The dispatch call originally went to Officer Bobbi Soper and she responded to a
that is better.
Last year we raised $161,00.00 towards the care and comfort of the SAS animals. Like all funds donated to SASF, funds raised at this event support the care and comfort of animals at SAS, and we couldn’t do it without you! Come join the fun and raise your bid card high for the animals. Check for early bird deals and tickets sales on our site starting in June at:
seattleanimalshelterfoundation.org We hope to see you there!
him. It was quite a sight to see Memphis hitching a ride with volunteers by clinging to their arms and chests and being carried around the room. When he was at his happiest, Memphis would gently close his eyes and go into “the zone”, and would stay perfectly still to be pet and have his head rubbed. He stayed so still, in fact, a video of Memphis won the #mannequeinchallenge on the volunteer’s Instagram posts! Memphis found his forever mom in December, just in time to be home for the holidays!
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