WINTER 2024
BOARD OF DIRECTORS BOARD CHAIR Mike Ching VICE CHAIR Melissa Teves Pavlicek TREASURER David Okabe SECRETARY Rebecca “Becki” Ward
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MEMBERS OF THE BOARD Eric Ako, DVM Gina Woo Anonuevo Robert H. Armstrong Tim Brauer Leslie Campaniano
LEADERSHIP TEAM PRESIDENT & CEO Anna Neubauer DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS Natalie Spencer
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DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Stephanie Kendrick
Shelley Cramer Elisia Flores Ernest H. Fukeda, Jr. Dede Guss Mi Kosasa Susan Kosasa Nathaniel Lam, DVM, DACVS Whitney Limm, M.D. FACS Stephen B. Metter Mike Regan Lawrence D. Rodriguez Ginny Tiu Rick Zwern DIRECTOR EMERITUS Robert R. Bean DIRECTOR OF FINANCE Rachel Fukumoto DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES Rick Hanna ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF THE KOSASA FAMILY CAMPUS AT HO‘OPILI Michelle Garcia
HAWAIIAN HUMANE SOCIETY MŌ‘ILI‘ILI CAMPUS
OUR MISSION
The Hawaiian Humane Society is dedicated to promoting the human-animal bond and the humane treatment of all animals.
OUR COMMITMENT
The Hawaiian Humane Society is committed to being the animal welfare organization O‘ahu’s animals need and deserve by embracing an animal sheltering model called Socially Conscious Sheltering. With the eight tenets of Socially Conscious Sheltering as a compass, Hawaiian Humane is dedicated to fostering a culture of transparency, ethical decision making, mutual respect, continual learning and collaboration.
ABOUT US
The Hawaiian Humane Society is a non-profit education and advocacy organization that shelters, protects, rescues, reunites and rehomes animals. Established in 1883, it is O‘ahu's largest animal welfare organization helping local pets and people in need. Visit HawaiianHumane.org for more information.
PAW PRINTS TEAM
2700 Wai‘alae Avenue Honolulu, Hi 96826
ADOPTIONS Daily: 11:00 am - 6:00 pm PET KŌKUA ADMISSIONS CENTER Wednesday - Sunday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Tuesday: Closed Please check HawaiianHumane.org for the most up-to-date hours of operation.
Thursday: Pet and FreeRoaming cat appointments Friday: No pet or Free-Roaming cat appointments (mass trapping day) Saturday: Pet appointments only, no Free-Roaming cats Check HawaiianHumane.org for drop-off and pick-up times as well as holiday hours.
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NEW! HAWAIIAN HUMANE SOCIETY KOSASA FAMILY CAMPUS AT HO‘OPILI
PHOTOGRAPHERS Audrey Esperat, Social Media Coordinator
91-1945 Fort Weaver Road ‘Ewa Beach, HI 96706 808-356-2200
WRITERS Stephanie Kendrick, Director of Community Engagement Sydney Sears, Communications Coordinator Erin Clemons, Manager of Special Events and Corporate Partnerships
GRAPHIC DESIGNER Kristin Herrick
ADOPTIONS Wednesday - Sunday: 11:00 am to 7:00 pm Monday - Tuesday: Closed
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Wednesday: Pet and FreeRoaming cat appointments
*Admissions are by appointment only. Walk-ins are available for emergencies. Visit HawaiianHumane.org for details and to schedule an appointment.
EDITOR Brandy Shimabukuro, Manager of Communications
Paw Prints is published quarterly by Hawaiian Humane Society, 2700 Waialae Ave. Honolulu, HI 96826. Issued 2/14/2024 (FY24-3).
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A MESSAGE FROM ANNA As we reflect on the past year and anticipate the year ahead, we are deeply grateful for the ways in which this community comes together to support our mission. The spirit of laulima permeates the work of the Hawaiian Humane Society. It takes many hands working together to provide second chances to the animals who come into our care. Some of those hands belong to our staff, but so many more belong to our volunteers, our adoptive families, our donors; in other words, to you. This year we will be opening additional services at our Kosasa Family Campus at Ho‘opili, requiring more hands. We welcome you to explore our volunteer roles, become a foster family for animals in need of temporary care, Couch Crash a dog or Lap Crash a cat to give them a break from the shelter or come and work for us! All of our open roles can be found at HawaiianHumane.org. In this issue you will see examples of the ways our community is coming together to support animal welfare and the human-animal bond. Read about Hawaiian Humane’s partnership with the City and County of Honolulu Department of Emergency Management and American Humane, a national leader in animal disaster response, to conduct two training opportunities in November. The virtual training and intensive, in-person sessions brought together animal welfare organizations, the veterinary community and government agencies to prepare for animal disaster response, which has been top of mind following the devastating Maui fires.
our revenue stream and allow us to better plan for the resources we will have to continue our lifesaving work. Whatever your involvement with Hawaiian Humane, you have my deepest thanks for lending your hands to the critical work of protecting the animals in our community. Mālama pono,
Anna Neubauer President & CEO
Meet some of our off-site adoption partners who help us reduce the persistently high animal populations on both campuses by making pet adoption more accessible in our community. See one of the unique benefits of working at Hawaiian Humane: Getting your family featured on The Pet Hui! We also highlight our monthly donor program. While all monetary support is welcome, donors who commit to automatic monthly contributions lend predictability to
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The Crucial Role of Our Off-Site Adoption Partners in Finding Homes for Pets In Ōlelo Hawai‘i, laulima means “many hands working together,” a concept centered on joint action and cooperation toward a common goal. The Hawaiian Humane Society’s off-site adoption program embodies this - bringing pets and communities together to promote the human-animal bond and make adoption more accessible. Hawaiian Humane proudly works with Hawai‘i Cat Cafe, Pounce Hawai‘i and participating PETCOs islandwide, which host cat adoptions at their locations daily; as well as a variety of organizations that host pop-up pet adoption events, including Aloha Home Market, Ali‘i Animal Hospital and American Floor & Home. “The shelter is not the ideal place for most animals to thrive long-term, though it is a valuable resource for the animals that need us most, “ said Off-Site Adoptions Coordinator Taylor Calma, who took the helm of this program in June 2023. “Our offsite adoption partners allow us to find alternative temporary housing for pets who would have otherwise been waiting longer in the shelter, while also ensuring people don’t have to rely on coming to us at one of our locations. Instead, they have options in their own
neighborhoods. This also frees up space within our shelter locations, which have been overcapacity.” Taylor takes a strategic approach to identifying which animals to take to specific off-site adoption partners, since each one offers a unique environment for animals. All of our permanent partners offer cat adoptions, while dogs and cats can be found at our pop up events. Part of Taylor’s daily workflow includes scouring memos in Hawaiian Humane’s shelter management software and interacting with each cat prior to selection. Hawai‘i Cat Cafe in Kapahulu and Pounce Hawai‘i in Kaka‘ako offer cozy, comfortable communal living for social cats and kittens. Members of the public are invited to purchase cat lounge reservations, enjoy handcrafted beverages and an hour of playtime with cats looking for homes. That time interacting with the cats provides comfort and joy to humans, as well as enrichment and socialization for the cats. Participating PETCOs offer individual cat condos for cats who would prefer to interact with people on a one-on-one basis. Taylor works closely with the Veterinary Services team to ensure each cat’s medical needs are met prior to selection, including checking that they are current on all preventatives and vaccinations, spay/neuter recovery is going smoothly, double-checking microchip numbers, and crafting written profiles for each one based on their personalities to introduce them to the world on HawaiianHumane.org. Part of her role when working with off-site adoption partners is education - being a cat mom eight times over is an advantage. Taylor often shares her expertise on the social and behavioral attributes of cats, including the benefits of adopting them in pairs with both patrons and partners. When asked how she would like to grow the off-site adoptions program, Taylor said, “I would love to expand our pop-up off-site adoption events in highneed areas to make adoption more accessible to all.”
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Pop-up adoption events have expanded islandwide. Taylor has focused on communities that are not within easy proximity to Hawaiian Humane’s two locations in Honolulu and ‘Ewa Beach, including Windward and East O‘ahu. It was at Aloha Home Market in Kailua that Taylor had her most memorable adoption “happy tail.”
our two cats. He’s gone on so many outings with us. It’s undeniable that he is the right dog for us!” Emmet is one of 1,448 pets who found loving homes in 2023 because of these incredible partnerships. When asked what’s next for the off-site adoptions program, Taylor said, “Role development and volunteer recruitment are high priorities. I’m expanding an existing volunteer role, the off-site transfer volunteer, to assist with dropping off pets to off-site locations. I’m also creating a new administrative volunteer role to support our work in assisting with selections and writing profile bios. I can’t wait to start recruiting!”
Emmet “Emmet was a little terrier mix who had been found tied to a fence with his two sisters. He was painfully shy compared to his sisters, so he was brought into our office foster program, where we slowly started gaining his trust and he began to come out of his shell. I took him to two pop-up, off-site adoption events, one at PetWalk in October 2023 and Aloha Home Market in November 2023. At PetWalk, I paired him with a staff member, who helped him to realize that the world isn’t so scary with a trusted friend. At Aloha Home Market, I met a family who came to meet another dog who turned out not to be the right fit. But then, they met Emmet.” Melissa Meyer remembers that day well. “My son had been asking for a dog for years. We didn’t know if it would be possible since he is sensitive to loud noises, including barking. So we didn’t expect to adopt a dog when we went to Aloha Home Market in November,” Melissa said. “When we met Emmet, one of the volunteers said, ‘We’ll have to see how he does around your son because noises scare him.’ Knowing they would bond over this, it seemed like it could be the perfect match. After walking around the market, we left to eat lunch, but returned to see if Emmet was still there. When I got there, Taylor was about to put Emmet back in the van. He was one of only two dogs who hadn’t been adopted that day. She was elated that I came back. My son was so happy to see me holding Emmet that he joyfully jumped up and down. Since then, Emmet has been settling in comfortably in our home and has made friends with
To get the latest updates on volunteering with our offsite adoptions program, visit HawaiianHumane.org/ volunteer-with-us.
Pippin Interested in adopting a cat or kitten? Visit one of our off-site adoption partners open daily: Hawai‘i Cat Cafe – 415 Kapahulu Avenue, Honolulu Pounce Hawai‘i – 839 Queen Street, Honolulu PETCO Beretania – 1121 S Beretania Street, Honolulu PETCO ‘Ewa Beach – 91-1065 Keaunui Drive, ‘Ewa Beach PETCO Hawai‘i Kai – 7192 Kalaniana‘ole Highway Suite C119b, Honolulu PETCO Kāne‘ohe – 46-023 Kamehameha Highway Unit G, Kāne‘ohe PETCO Waikele – 94-817 Lumiaina Street, Waipahu For the latest updates on upcoming off-site adoption events, visit HawaiianHumane.org!
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IN OUR BACKYARD
HAPPY TAILS Lost, Found, and Loved: Zoey's Tale of Community Kindness Zoey and her owner Carole Koike’s reunification shows the power of community coming together. Zoey, a senior chihuahua with impaired hearing, slipped through a small opening in a door during a visit to a friend’s workplace. In this unfamiliar environment, a frightened Zoey embarked on a
journey block after block. Carole and her husband, Steve, distressed and afraid for their beloved dog, tirelessly searched for Zoey. They checked in at businesses and reached out to nearby cat caregivers, all to no avail. At the same time, Josh and Ashley, tourists staying in Waikīkī, were returning from a luau when they spotted a small senior chihuahua. It was Zoey, now almost a mile away from where she started. Zoey reminded the couple of their own dog who had passed away a few months earlier. Josh knew they needed to do their part to help get this sweet, scared girl home.
Josh and his wife Ashley rescued Zoey after the dog got lost on unfamiliar Honolulu streets.
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It wasn’t easy. After 45 minutes of chasing Zoey on foot, Josh and Ashley secured her in the Honolulu Freight parking lot … almost a mile and a half
Zoey arrives at Hawaiian Humane's Admissions Center.
away! Josh immediately contacted the Honolulu Police Department, which enlisted the help of Harbor Police. They scanned Zoey for a microchip and brought her to the Hawaiian Humane Society. Despite the unexpected workout, Zoey had captured the couple’s hearts. Josh expressed their intention to adopt Zoey and give her a loving home back in New Jersey if she remained unclaimed. As soon as Carole learned Zoey was missing, she filed a lost pet report with Hawaiian Humane. Field Service Officer Eddie Louis saw her report come in and was able to
match her description with the small, frightened, senior chihuahua who had been brought in as a stray. After a long and stressful night, Carole and Zoey were joyfully reunited. Carole asked to thank Josh and Ashley personally and, with Josh’s permission, Hawaiian Humane connected Carole with Zoey’s rescuers. Over a mahalo lunch a friendship was born. Now they keep in touch, and find time to hang out whenever Josh is in town! Zoey’s story is about old friends reuniting, and new friends getting connected. When individuals go above and beyond and come together to do something good (like get a frightened, senior chihuahua back home), that fosters a stronger community. A grateful Carol is reunited with Zoey after Humane Investigator Eddie Louis matched her description to the lost report filed immediately after Zoey's escape.
DID YOU KNOW
Breaking Mews: Lap Crashers Foster Program Launches for Cats in Need Following on the success of our Couch Crashers foster program for dogs, we launched a similar short-term foster program for cats called Lap Crashers in November 2023. Hawaiian Humane has seen an unprecedented number of cats
and kittens coming into the shelter. Lap Crasher fosters play an integral role in expanding our capacity for care, while also providing cats with a break from the shelter and offering the enrichment of safe socialization. Because studies have shown that cats take longer than dogs to acclimate to new environments, Lap Crasher fosters are asked to keep their cat for at least one week and up to two weeks. This time in a loving home - even temporarily - provides cats with individualized care from a family in a safe, secure home, which has a transformative impact on shelter animals. It allows them time to decompress, learn that
the world is not such a scary place and gives their personalities the chance to truly shine. Hawaiian Humane provides all of the basic supplies and veterinary care needed for each cat during their foster stint, and asks that each Lap Crasher foster family complete a virtual report card so that we can learn more about the best family and household match for each cat. Prospective adopters also see value in the Lap Crashers program because it serves as a trial adoption to see if a cat is the right fit for their lifestyle. Participating in Lap Crashers is simple: just visit either our Mō‘ili‘ili or Kosasa Family Campus at Ho‘opili and speak to an adoptions representative to get the process started! Learn more about Lap Crashers at HawaiianHumane.org/lap-crashers. Paw Prints | 7
Pawsitively Irresistible: Unveiling the Power of Adoption Specials With shelter populations at a persistent high, adoption specials are a valuable tool to promote pet adoption, allow us to spotlight long-stay pets, and reduce barriers to pet ownership. This, in turn, creates more space in overcrowded shelters for vulnerable pets who need us most. Contrary to common misconceptions, research by the ASPCA and published in the Journal of Applied Welfare Science indicates that the cost of adoption is not a
factor when it comes to responsible pet ownership and a family’s ability to afford a pet long-term. In fact, there is no statistical difference in pet retention or the ability to cover necessary veterinary care for adopted pets between paid fee or fee-waived adoptions. Hawaiian Humane adopters are getting a good deal regardless of the fees paid, as the average cost to provide the level of care and services afforded of each adoptable animal in our care is approximately $560. Bottom line: adding a family member by adopting with Hawaiian Humane is priceless.
ADVOCACY
From Advocacy to Action: Championing Change in Support of Laws for Paws With the opening of the 2024 legislative session, we’d like to invite you to join our efforts to strengthen Hawai‘i’s animal laws. The Hawaiian Humane Society has a proud history of public policy advocacy on behalf of the people and animals in our community.
This year we will be working on a range of issues including access to housing for pet owners, banning backyard surgeries, and requiring accountability from businesses that sell animals for profit. To get involved, visit HawaiianHumane.org and select
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“Become an Advocate” from the “Get Involved” tab to sign up for our community advocates email list or email advocacy@hawaiianhumane.org.
MEWSWORTHY
Working Together with American Humane on Animal Emergency Response An emergency tends to focus the mind. The hard work of preparing for an emergency, however, easily falls off the priority list. The Hawaiian Humane Society recently invested considerable time into that hard work thanks to a grant secured by the City & County of Honolulu Department of Emergency Management. The city contracted with American Humane, a national leader in animal rescue and disaster response, to offer a series of trainings, in-person and virtual, over the course of five months. The process culminated at the end of November in an intensive threeday training at the Kosasa Family Campus at Ho‘opili. Representatives from city, state and federal agencies participated alongside our staff and personnel from Maui Humane Society,
Kaua‘i Humane Society, the local veterinary community, and other animal welfare nonprofits. It was powerful to benefit from the expertise of national first responders, as well as the experience of our friends on Maui. Some key takeaways were that there are resources available to
help, but we need to act well in advance of a disaster to build those relationships, develop local expertise and practice what we’ve learned. Disaster response is not the kuleana of any one agency. Preparing and responding to emergencies in ways that minimize harm will require each of us to take personal responsibility for ourselves and the humans and animals we hold dear. The recent trainings and the steps we plan to take toward implementing what we have learned will support Hawaiian Humane’s commitment to protecting the hundreds of animals we have in our care daily; and to doing all that we can to be a resource for animals and pet owners in our community. Visit HawaiianHumane.org to find tips on ways to prepare to care for your pets if a disaster threatens.
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Bretman Rock's Heartwarming Rescue: From Lost to Loved, Kainalu Finds a Home When a stray dog wandered into his backyard, local social media influencer and content creator, Bretman Rock (@BretmanRock) quickly stepped into action, proving why he’s known as “Da Baddest.” After ensuring the dog had food and water, Bretman took the dog to a private veterinary clinic to be scanned for a microchip, in the hopes of reuniting him with his family. Unfortunately, the dog didn’t have a microchip. Bretman decided to take him to our Kosasa Family Campus at Ho‘opili to figure out next steps. The dog, whom Bretman had been referring to as Kainalu, was medically evaluated and waited for the mandatory two-day hold period in hopes of his owner finding him. When that date came and went, Kainalu was neutered and was ready for a chance at finding a loving home. Thankfully, Bretman returned to our Kosasa Family Campus to take Kainalu home — through our Couch Crashers foster program! While fostering Kainalu, Bretman reached out to his extensive social media following (more than 18 million on Instagram and 16 million on TikTok!) and found a loving home for Kainalu, with support from our Kosasa Family Campus adoptions team. Mahalo to Bretman Rock for helping Kainalu on his journey!
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Bretman Rock poses with Kainalu, who he fostered through Couch Crashers. Kainalu found a loving home through Rock's 18-millionstrong fanbase.
Hele on Home Challenge: Big Wins for Reuniting Lost Pets in the Field From July through December 2023, Hawaiian Humane’s dedicated Field Services team competed in a nationwide challenge hosted by Best Friends Animal Society, encouraging competing shelters to reunite lost pets in the field. Strong return-to-home programs like the coordinated efforts of our Field Services officers, humane investigators and shelter staff ensure pets are returned to their owners before ever entering the shelter. This effort required collaboration between departments and with community partners, equipping our officers with innovative technology, and leveraging the power of social media.
reunited 179 pets in the field during that same period last year, which amounts to a 103% increase! Kudos to the Field Services and Dispatch teams for leading this effort, and support staff from Veterinary Services, Community Engagement, Off-Site Adoptions and Adoptions at the Kosasa Family Campus at Ho‘opili for contributing to this incredible feat!
The Hele on Home funding allowed our Field Services officers to print found pet posters in the field. They also worked closely with Dispatch and shelter staff to match found pets with lost pet reports; listings on the Petco Love Lost database; and social media posts on Facebook groups like Paw Posse ‘Ohana or Lost and Found Pets, O‘ahu. These efforts led to Hawaiian Humane reuniting a total of 399 beloved pets with their families in the field - the most success of all the agencies participating in Best Friends Animal Society’s challenge. Hawaiian Humane
Indi and Doja Shine in the Spotlight This month’s cover models, Hawaiian Humane alumni Indi and Doja, were featured on OC16’s The Pet Hui, Hawai‘i’s only local pet-centered TV series, on October 22, 2023. The cats were adopted by Hawaiian Humane’s Outreach Coordinator, Skylar “Sky” Geasey and her partner, Amanda. Sky and Amanda promoted responsible cat ownership by sharing with Pet Hui viewers how they socialize, train and provide enrichment to Indi and Doja. They also regularly take Indi and Doja on exciting outdoor adventures, including hikes and trips to the beach (they love to swim!). Catch up on The Pet Hui on Spectrum OC16 or visit ThePetHui.com!
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Pet Kokua in the Community Our Pet Kōkua Outreach team has had a busy fall/winter schedule, with several Pet Visitation visits, virtual Pet Loss Support Group sessions hosted by Rosemarie Grigg, free pet wellness and spay/neuter clinics, community events and more. While their accomplishments are many, the highlights include:
767 POUNDS
of pet food collected at Bank of Hawai‘i’s Pet Food Drive at both Hawaiian Humane campuses in October 2023. Mahalo to Bank of Hawai‘i for their incredible efforts!
36 PETS
(including 6 cats) received complimentary veterinary exams and vaccinations, 20 pets were microchipped and 16 received free flea/tick preventatives at a free wellness clinic hosted by James Campbell High School in ‘Ewa Beach in December.
845 PETS
were microchipped during the annual Microchip Madness initiative throughout the month of December in partnership with 24PetWatch and participating private veterinary clinics.
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41 DOGS
benefited from a free pet wellness clinic in Waimānalo in November 2023 and received free vaccinations. Twenty-five dogs were microchipped and 32 received flea/tick prevention. Mahalo to Hui Mai'ai 'Āina (Aunty Blanche); Waimanalo Emergency Shelter; Waimanalo ‘Ohana; Dr. Katie Hancock, DVM; and the Windward Community College Veterinary Technician program for their support.
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were spayed/neutered, vaccinated and microchipped in partnership with Hawaiian Humane’s Ginny Tiu Community Spay/Neuter Center and Aloha Animal Outreach in December.
Hawaiian Humane's Pet Kōkua Outreach Team and Teens4Animals Council volunteer at the Aloha Pet & Family Fair on October 7, 2023.
Pet Visitation volunteers spread joy at the Moanalua High School Menehune Turkey Trot Health Fair.
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Supporter Spotlight Verna Oda Yamamoto Verna Oda Yamamoto believed that the universe provides and that belief fueled a generous spirit. Her husband, Cy Yamamoto, described the three years that they were married before her untimely passing in 2016 as the best times of their lives. When considering how to honor her legacy, his thoughts turned to animals. Verna had been a longtime supporter of the Hawaiian Humane Society. Her beloved companion when she met Cy was a white miniature poodle named Joey whose picture on Hawaiian Humane’s website stole her heart. “Verna was so relieved that I was there to care for Joey, I think even more than being there for her,” said Cy. “She had provisions in her will specifically for him in case she died.”
University of Hawaii. Her public service included a career as an executive officer at the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs. She faced adversity in life, including the sudden death of her first husband, Sanford Oda, in 2006. Verna's travels took her all over the globe and her commitment to health and wellness was evident in her love for hearty salads and her dedicated exercise routine. Norine Wong, one of her many close friends, attested to her brilliance, generosity and playful spirit. She said that Verna's humor and grace endeared her to those around her. “Everyone loved her,” she said.
Joey would live 17 years. The universe provided.
In addition to her love of dogs and other creatures great and small, Verna was fond of all things pink and bunny-related and took delight in filling her home with bunny knickknacks.
Born and raised in Honolulu, Verna graduated from Farrington High School and thrived at the
When Verna was ill, Norine asked her how she thought she would come back. Either as a butterfly
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Joey or dragonfly, said Verna. After her death, Norine saw an insect that appeared to be both on her hotel window. Cy said butterfly flew over his car as he dropped Norine off at her workplace on the day they spoke to Hawaiian Humane for this story. By choosing to support the work of the Hawaiian Humane Society, Cy said he was continuing Verna’s legacy of fostering a love for animals. Just as her gift is one way the universe will provide for pets in need; her family and friends clearly count Verna as a blessing that the universe provided to them.
How Monthly Donors Make a Difference for Fearless and Beyond Right now, the Hawaiian Humane Society has an unprecedented number of animals in our care. With more pets arriving every day and critical shelter space constraints, we are relying on you to be champions for animals in need now more than ever. Animals like Fearless, a 1-yearold basenji mix who was brought in to Hawaiian Humane after her owner could no longer provide for her care. Contrary to her name, Fearless was in fact quite fearful - she would pancake herself on the floor of her kennel, terrified of her new surroundings and those who tried to interact with her. With her tail tucked, trembling, rigid body posture, and lowered head, Fearless would avert her eyes and seek to hide whenever anyone approached her. It was clear to our Operations team that Fearless would need extra time and a quiet space to decompress. She was selected to be a part of our office foster program, allowing her to gain some socialization with staff while still having the opportunity to meet prospective adopters when she was ready. There, she gradually began to warm up and let her personality unfurl.
Each day brought an opportunity for Fearless to embody her name, as she slowly gained her confidence and showed herself to be affectionate, goofy and loyal to those she bonded with. Just 23 days after she came into our care, Fearless was adopted by a loving family that understood her needs and would give her the patience and love she craved to continue making progress. That would not have been possible without the support of monthly donors like you. Be a hero to the animals like Fearless with a monthly gift, which will support our efforts to: • Ensure Hawaiian Humane has the resources, staffing and supplies necessary to meet the needs of our community and animals in need • Efficiently plan for future animal care needs • Expand our outreach and education efforts to cultivate a more pet-friendly community on O‘ahu Make a life-changing difference today at HawaiianHumane.org/monthly or by calling (808) 356-2213.
Leave a Legacy When you make a gift to Hawaiian Humane through your estate plans, you help ensure that we’ll be here – committed to the welfare of animals in Hawai‘i – for many years to come. For more information about making the Hawaiian Humane Society a part of your legacy, call 808-356-2252 or email Giving@HawaiianHumane.org.
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Big Hearts Help Big! Our Volunteer of the Month program recognizes outstanding volunteers that go above and beyond for the animals in our care. They are nominated monthly by fellow volunteers and staff members for their dedication, passion and commitment to our mission.
September 2023 – Carrie T. Pet Food Bank and Administrative Volunteer Volunteer for 1 year
We asked Carrie what she looks forward to doing as a volunteer and she said, “Learning more about the work of the Hawaiian Humane Society, especially with the opening of the ‘Ewa campus when services are expanded to the west side of the island where the need is so great. Having an expanded campus so centrally located and available to our community, will ultimately lead to healthier and happier animals! Although I am not currently a pet owner, this work allows me to still connect with dogs and cats which have always been in my life.”
October 2023 – Wayne M.
November 2023 – Shizuka R.
We asked Wayne what advice he would give to someone just joining our volunteer team and he said, “I would say, be open to learning and ask questions. The entire staff has been very helpful and supportive!”
We asked Shizuka about her favorite part of her role and she said, “When the shy dogs warm up or dirty spots get cleaned, there is a sense of accomplishment.”
Dog Walking Volunteer Volunteer for 1 year
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Dog Walking and Facilities Volunteer Volunteer for 1 year
Thank you, Carrie, Wayne and Shizuka, for all the love and care you continuously show to our community and the animals in our care!
Volunteer “Classifieds” We may be biased, but we think our volunteers are the best. We could not accomplish our mission without the support of our volunteers. Want to join our team? We are currently searching for additional volunteers for the positions below. Pet Food Bank Volunteers Pet Kōkua by Hawaiian Humane’s Pet Food Bank provides temporary assistance to pet owners struggling to feed their animals. We are seeking Pet Food Bank volunteers to fill our Sunday and Wednesday shifts at our Kosasa Family Campus at Ho‘opili. Off-site Cat Adoptions These volunteers care for and provide enrichment to the cats housed at PETCOs around the island, while they wait to be adopted. Responsibilities include cleaning and preparing cat lounge rooms each morning before potential adopters arrive.
Foster Care Foster volunteers help animals in need of temporary tender, loving care. They provide temporary homes to shelter animals that may be too young, or are in need of recuperative care or socialization before adoption. As kitten season continues, we remain in need of neonate kitten foster volunteers. For more information on volunteering at Hawaiian Humane, including opportunities to get involved at our Kosasa Family Campus at Ho‘opili in ‘Ewa Beach, visit HawaiianHumane.org/ volunteer-with-us.
Walking the Extra Mile: Elevating Dog Walker Training for Volunteers In November 2023, Hawaiian Humane’s Volunteer Services team and behavior consultant, Marissa Martino, led a series of hands-on training sessions for volunteers on our newly re-vamped dog behavior and walking protocols. These valuable sessions were widely attended by dog walking volunteers of various experience, setting them up for safety and success when providing crucial exercise and enrichment for the dogs in our care. Interested in becoming a dog walker volunteer at either our Mō‘ili‘ili or Kosasa Family campuses? Visit HawaiianHumane.org/ volunteer-with-us to apply!
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HOLOHOLO
PetWalk 2023
Thanks to You, Our Tails are Still Wagging! Mahalo for everyone who came out to Kapi‘olani Park for PetWalk. We hope you had a blast checking out the vendors, activities, and the costume contest. This year, we’re celebrating 140 years of service to the animals and people of O‘ahu. A big thank you to our presenting sponsor, Subaru Hawai‘i and to all of you, we raised more than $290,000. These crucial funds will provide animals with safe shelter, life-saving veterinary care and the chance to find a new home.
Scan the QR code to watch highlights from the event!
Presenting
Subaru Hawai‘i
Gold
Boehringer Ingelheim Josypenko ‘Ohana VCA Animal Hospitals
Silver
Cades Schutte LLP • Charlie Bean’s Team Crazy Shirts • Enterprise Rent-A-Car First Hawaiian Bank • Ginny Tiu ‘Ohana Hawai‘i Pacific Health Hawaiian Electric Industries L&L Hawaiian Barbecue MacNaughton • Raising Cane’s
Bronze
Albert C. Kobayashi Inc. • City Mill Deloitte • Island Pacific Academy Veterinary Emergency + Referral Center Zephyr Insurance Co. Inc.
Emcee
Mike Garcia @islandmagicmike and Micah Banks with Power 104.3
Music
Pono Kaeo @ponomusichi
Photography/Videography
IMF Visions • Crystal R. Photography Paws for Portraits LLC
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Save the Date for Tuxes and Tails 2024! We are thrilled to announce the annual fundraising gala of the Hawaiian Humane Society, Tuxes and Tails, scheduled for April 20, 2024, at the ‘Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach. The event is themed "A Tail of Two Cities", in celebration of our 140th year and the launch of our Kosasa Family Campus at Ho‘opili. The co-chairs for this year's gala are Shelley Cramer, Mi Kosasa, Gary Oda, and Kelly Sanders, all of whom are ardent supporters of the Hawaiian Humane Society. Mahalo to Dr. Thomas, Mi and Mr. Bubbles Kosasa for presenting this year’s Tuxes and Tails. Tuxes and Tails is our annual gala that raises funds and commemorates the organization's year-round life-changing work. To learn more about table sponsorships or how to get involved, please contact the Special Events Department at 808356-2247 or events@hawaiianhumane.org.
Get Hawaiian Humane Plates and Drive for a Cause! Did you know you can show your Hawaiian Humane pride and raise funds for O‘ahu’s animals in need with your vehicle’s license plates? All you have to do is submit an Application for Organization License Plate(s)/Decal(s) at any City and County of Honolulu Satellite City Hall location with an initial payment of $30.50. After that, the annual renewal fee is just $25. Hawaiian Humane receives $20 of each payment. To learn more, contact us at giving@hawaiianhumane.org or 808-356-2224.
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The Incredible Dr. Pol Visits Our Kosasa Family Campus at Ho‘opili Our Kosasa Family Campus at Ho‘opili was honored to host Dr. Jan and Diane Pol of National Geographic’s The Incredible Dr. Pol on November 9, 2023. They were invited by Hawaiian Humane supporter and past adopter, Peggy Aurand, with whom they were staying while on vacation here on O‘ahu. After a tour led by our Associate Director of the Kosasa Family Campus, Michelle Garcia, Dr. Pol and Diane graciously took the time to meet and take photos with our Veterinary Services, Pet Kōkua Admissions, Animal Care, Adoptions and Volunteer Services teams. Mahalo to Peggy, Diane and Dr. Pol for visiting!
Shop for a Cause Shop new and exclusive limited-edition Hawaiian Humane merchandise on our revamped online store at HawaiianHumane.org/shop.
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HUMANE EDUCATION: INSPIRING THE NEXT GENERATION OF ANIMAL WELFARE CHAMPIONS
Learning from the ‘Aina: Teens4Animals Council Studies Ethical and Responsible Farming at Kualoa Ranch The Teens4Animals spent their first quarterly meeting at Kualoa Ranch, where they learned about the importance of ethical and responsible farming. At Kualoa Ranch, the Teens were taken on a tour of the small livestock facilities by Kualoa's Diversified Agriculture and Small Livestock Manager Austin Tom.
During this first-of-its-kind tour by Kualoa Ranch, the Teens were able to meet some pigs, learn about different terms we see in supermarkets, review the pros and cons of different breeds of turkeys, and so much more. We are so grateful to our friends at Kualoa Ranch for giving us this amazing opportunity!
Readers of the Pack: Deck the Howls Edition We kicked off the holiday season on December 18 and 19, 2023, at our Mō‘ili‘ili and Kosasa Family campuses with the Deck the Howls Edition of Readers of the Pack, an event led by our Manager of Education Programs, Anne Mukai, and the Teens4Animals Council. This annual festive tradition invites local keiki and their families to join us on campus and read to our shelter animals, promoting youth literacy, as well as socialization and enrichment for pets. This holiday edition also offered festive arts and crafts, as well as delicious milk and cookies for guests.
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GIFTS OF LOVE We gratefully acknowledge donors who have given $500 or more from August 1, 2023 – October 31, 2023.*
Helen Kina‘u Wilder Legacy Society June Alves Frank F. & Katharine L. Woodford Trust
Grants Alexander & Baldwin Bissell Pet Foundation Healthy Paws Foundation Maddie's Fund PetSmart Charities
Pack Leaders $10,000 + Helen A. Josie Josypenko Marilyn & Steve Katzman Thomas & Mi Kosasa Crazy Shirts First Hawaiian Bank Foundation Servco Foundation State of Hawaii
Animal Champions $5,000 +
Bob & Frances Bean Judith Keltner Laura Tipton Ronald & Judy Yamamoto Hawaiian Electric Industries Charitable Foundation MacNaughton Raising Cane's
Animal Heroes $2,500 +
Daniel Arita Thomas & Julie Atwood Darcy & Scott Barnhardt Lindamood Robert D. Bradley Graham Burns & Erika Sox Mary Fisher Allison Frances Patsy K.N. Kalawaia Ian Lind & Meda Chesney-Lind Arnold Martines & Thuy Hong Nguyen-Martines Anna Meng & Mike Hogan David & Kathleen Morimoto Robert Hines & Catherine Ngo Lawrence & Patricia Rodriguez Susan H. Shishido Evelyn Young Alexander C. Waterhouse Sr. Foundation Moncler USA Inc.
Best Friends $1,000 +
Anonymous (5) Gina W. Anonuevo Bob & Kelly Armstrong Michelle Baldacci Lily Buder Jade L. Ching Daniel & Pamela Chun Jody Egel Norman & Deborah Day Emerson Ernest H. Fukeda, Jr. Gary & Jennifer Herald Cheryl Hisamoto Lehua Ii-Michaelson & Geoffrey Michaelson Marjorie Kashiwada Rev. Nobuharu Kato Ronelle K. Kopp Guy Maas Maureen Malanaphy Bruce & Cyndee Mirante Regina A. Moreno Robert & Karen Morneau Ross & Dayle Murakami Marjorie S. Norstrom Elizabeth H. O'Malley Margaret & Duke Snyder James & Linda Stragand Beverly & Reynold Suenaga Brian & Nancy Tamashiro Jennie Tamashiro Gerald Teramae Samuel Tiu
Glenn & Debra Weinberg Shalla Wilson City Mill Company, Ltd. / Chung Kun Ai Foundation Deloitte & Touche Elite Parking Services Ethos Veterinary Health HPM Building Supply Foundation Surf Line Hawaii Tradewind Group Foundation Zephyr Insurance, Inc.
Devoted Companions $500 +
Anonymous (11) Paul S. Aoki Wayne & Helene Arakaki Courtney Barancin Kenneth J. Barclay Henry Blakstad Eleanor & Lonnie Briggs Joan S. Brown Audrey Buyrn Ronald Chandler & Kenneth Cayetano Mike & Joyce Ching Faye Chiogioji Geraldine C. Choy Jo & Margarita Chung Erin Claggett JoAnn Cockett Evelyn Conkright Jasmina Dobinchick James & Chikako Epure Susan Ezawa Rebecca & John Faunce Lorelei Ferrer Anna Feuerstein Cynthia C. Foster Kaitlynn Franco Hazel K. Fujimoto Peggy H. Gordon Marcus & Andi Gottlieb Cynthia Hamilton Toshio Ikene Lynn M. Inafuku Marian Jean Christopher Kasperowicz Leatrice Y. Kato Marilyn & Steve Katzman Derek & Evelyn Kiyota Carolyn K. Kobayashi Laraine & Chester Koga Dr. Steven & Estrellita Komura John Langan Catherine S. Larrick Calvin & Tammy Lee Roberta M. Lovely Steven M.C. Lum, M.D. Diane & Ayano Masuo
Sharon N. Matsusaka-Brewer Dennis K. Matsuura Sharlene Luke Mau Sherry Miller Dr. Randy T. Mita Lauren Mormino Claire & Michael Muranaka Kimberli Napiewocki Shirley S. Nishizawa John & Suzanne Noland Steven & Dagmar Oato David & Kellyn Okabe Leslie O'Loughlin Danae Orellana Rockygirl Osaki Chong Lori Pacarro Mary Parent Melissa Pavlicek & Stephen Teves Jerry & Lily Prentiss Martin Rabbett & Mark Webb Dawn Rasmussen Angela & Shawn Reed Pat Reno Charles & Heather Shank Elizabeth L. Shelley Theodore & Judith Simon Jennifer Smiley Doris Taitano Tod A. Takahashi Gerald & Dorene Takeuchi Suzanne & Matthew Tanori Karyn Elizabeth Tercy Jill E. Thach Ginny Tiu Brandon Tom Lucy C. Toma Dorothy T. Urada Rebecca Ward Karl & Sheila Wensel Beth Whitehead Jennifer Wood Stanley S. Yamaoka PetCareNow, Inc. PetVet Animal Hospital Subaru Hawaii The Mosaic Company Yao Huang Family Charitable Fund
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TRIBUTE GIFTS We gratefully acknowledge gifts of $100 or more in tribute from August 1, 2023 – October 31, 2023.
In Honor of People Carter Giuchin Richard Stephens Clarissa Kenui VMware Foundation Dave Anderson Jay & Jeanette Purvis Dede Guss Lola, Jax, Axel & Stella Josefina Baptiste John Barkai & Linda Martell Gae Bergquist-Trommald Cheri & Scott Brazwell Steven Brody Patricia Bruce Kathryn Carey Governor Ben & Vicky Cayetano Linda Char Shelley & Michael Cramer Alan & Pulani Cumpston Lisa Curran Mac Curran Ricky Davis Mark & Janie Davis Christina Dwight James & Kristin Elsea Heather Eustaquio Jessica Fairbanks Richard & Cathleen Field Loreen Granger Elizabeth Rice Grossman James Guss Raquel Guss Steve & Jenny Helms Kathleen & Herbert Hong Siana Hunt Rebecca Jennings Dora Choy- Johnson Ryan Jones
Cathy E. Joseph Gail T. Kawaguchi Susan & Seymour Kazimirski Clay M. Kelley Sandra & Richard Kersten Thomas & Mi Kosasa Jill LaBoy Creighton & Linda Lee Anna Meng & Mike Hogan Coralie & Rick Miller Jerrie Mitchell Ritchie & Sunny Mudd Carol Oliver Tiare Pinto Zsuzsa Rastegar Bianca Reeves Lisa Reid Elizabeth & Richard Riegels Jean Santos & Kenneth Gilbert Linda & Gary Sato Madeline J. Scherman Aaron & Kristy Scherman Daniel & Raccine Singer James K. Tam Linda Tam Catherine & Richard Tanaka Ginny Tiu Mike Coppes & Michelle Tucker Joan E. Uhlfelder Kellie & Bart Ulansey Mark Verrey J.D. & Julie Watumull Jill & Herb Wheatman Jana Wolff Douglas & Phyllis Kam Young Lily & Patrick Yu Dr. Gigi Kwan SJD, PhD Weng Si Kwan S.J.D. Elisia Flores Susan M. Ballard Raquel Guss Christina & Randall Hause Susan Yamada
Eliza Cooke Catherine L. Cooke & Senator Les Ihara, Jr. Ginny Tiu Lola, Jax, Axel & Stella Gemie & Ken Arakawa Bob & Kelly Armstrong Arlene & Stephan Bassett Albert & Dolores Bediones Karl & Alice Blade Ronald Chandler & Kenneth Cayetano Karen Chang Diane E. Chang Shelley & Michael Cramer Nathaniel K. Lam, D.V.M., D.A.C.V.S. Ather & Marivic Dar Daniel Delbrel Percy Ihara Jason & Lisa Ito Kathleen Kagawa Marilyn & Steve Katzman Raymond Kawamata Maria Kawananakoa Martha & Roger Khlopin Paul & Lisa Kosasa Thomas & Mi Kosasa Jason Kravitt Cathy & Darrell Lee Sanford Lee Creighton & Linda Lee Dr. Whitney & Mrs. Harvalee Limm Charlyn H. Honda Masini Carol Ai May & Michael May Anna Meng & Mike Hogan Stephen & Susan Metter Chi Ming & Cecilie Lee H. Mitchell & Barbara D'Olier Pearl B. Mori Margaret O. Nakashima Raymond & Trudy Okada
Martin Rabbett & Mark Webb Mark Recktenwald & Gailynn Williamson Andrew Schumacher & Dr. Kristin Moore Robert & Ester Schumacher Daniel & Raccine Singer Rebecca & Ivan Tamanaha Bob & Lynne Toyofuku Jennifer Trevino Cathy & Michael Troy Nancy & Scott Wo Denise & Roy Yamaguchi Joyce K. Yuen Gus Kenton Kay M. Kenton James Ko Sharon Tamashiro Jamie Tom Paul Pointon Jay Azama Stephanie R. Azama Loved Ones Who Have Crossed to the Other Shore Shingon Mission of Hawaii Mi Kosasa Sharon Forbes Ann Widay Miranda Turner John Ford Paige Inoue Jason & Dawna Emoto Robert Clarkin Tracy Clarkin Sharon Ounapuu Annie Marges Zale Hisashima Norine Hisashima
Donate Your Car Your used car is their ride home! The Hawaiian Humane Society invites you to cash in your cars, trucks, RVs, boats, and even airplanes to help animals in need. We now partner with CARS, to make the process even easier for our donors. How to donate – Apply online at hawaiianhumane.org/donate-a-vehicle or call 855-500-RIDE.
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In Honor of Pets
In Memory of People
Benji Gareth C. Yokochi
Allan Akamine Gwen & Wayne Kojima
Buddy & Muffy Joyce & Norman Say
Amy Fu Joanne H. Abe
Chase Wallace & Carolyn Towata
B.J. Kona Manami Kim
Dusty Luna Mary Ann Coopmans
Beryl Pope Isobel L. Ryan
Emma Emily Doretha Barriger
Carl Louis Reber Ken's Auto Fender Monte & Emelia Mitchell
Hoku Mary Marasovich Jolie Paige Allan & Leah Paige Lilinoe The Omidyar Group Luna Don Bondarenko & Joan Nakamura
Caroline S. Denyes Eunice A. Denyes Catherine Johann-Ryan Constance Ann Demott Cathie Jordan Cheri Ballard Christina Lewis Christopher Loftis
Emi Hata Gary & Akemi Simon Eric Kubota Sean Mounthongdy Frank Shimodoi Ernest Shimodoi Gerald Meredith Connie G. W. Meredith Ginger Jellings Nita Lohr Hime Cooke Catherine L. Cooke & Senator Les Ihara, Jr. The people & animals who are affected by the 2023 Maui Wildfires Madeline J. Scherman Ipo Brannum Doris M. Brannum Jack Lord Sofia Dober Janet Araki Loo Sandra A. Loo
Maia Matsumoto Kevin & May-Lynn Matsumoto
Christine "Teena" Urban Peter & Scott Hill
Marti The Takahashi Family
Daisy & Grace Warrick Linda G. Warrick
Mochi Richard M. Sakoda
Dale Bristol Dean Bristol
Nani & Maka Matsuda Laurena K.F. Wong
Debbie Jean Gauer Smith Richard Jasper
Norah Hodgins David & Patricia Osaki
Doug Reese Loftin Patricia Bailey
Joanne Hogg Loomis Willson C. Moore, Jr. & Sally C. Moore
Paiko Saskia & Clyde Ishii
Dr. Margaret Meng Susan M. Kosasa
John Isobe Amy Isobe
The Dogs Gwenn Hauck
Dr. Marv Mathews Charles Miller & Stephanie Marshall
Kallie Mei Ling Susan & Rick Eichor
Toby Kobashigawa James & May Kobashigawa Yuki S. Kaiser-Botsai
Elizabeth Ishii Blane Fujiwara & Elizabeth Ishii
Janice Horylev Richard J. Horylev Jay Goss Cynthia I. Goss Jerrold Fuller Bank of Hawaii Foundation First Hawaiian Bank Foundation
Kay Stevens Colleen L. Yee Kelly Matsuwaka Deborah L. Park
Kenneth T. Nagatani Ellen E. Kitamura Kono Lowe Christopher Lowe Kula Olivia Miller Lisa & Michael Miller Laurel Beth Schatz Eric Schatz Lois Yuen Lee Ellen E. Kitamura Lucy Greene Ron & Lisa Greene Luiz Marcello Seabra Jacqueline Bullette Mabel Chang Danny & Joanne Lopez Margaret Meng Maria Hill Mary Philpotts McGrath Eleanor Fahrenwald Carolyn C. Lalakea Millie Rose Ahloy James K. Ahloy Myrna Fo Godfrey Y. Fo Nana Kam Robert & Pilar Kam Ollie Manson Nedra Manson Patty Jean Morris Francis Taglang Ray Baker Joyce Baker Reggie Kuglstatter Andrea Kuglstatter Richard M. Rosenberg Lisa L. Nakamoto Robert Kidani Joanne & Frank Parker
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Robert Todd Bernadette Todd Robert, Janet, Cliff & Maya Abe Joanne H. Abe Sharlene Yokochi Gareth C. Yokochi Shere Khan Luke Theresa & Layne Luke Shiloh Naeole Ronelle K. Kopp Simeon "Uncle Bozo" Medeiros Gene Bode Richard R. Fujita, Jr. & Marvis C. Fujita Simon Tucher Frederick W. Tucher Stephanie Sims Lanette K. Yoshioka
Suki Wong Ricky Wong & Emy Yamauchi-Wong Thomas "Tom" Otaguro Ellen E. Kitamura Tomiko Ballesteros Trixie A. Jenks Valarie Sakanoi Susan Thompson Richard & Lorinda Waltz Verna Yamamoto Cy Yamamoto Virginia Weinman Leigh-Ann Miyasato & Hoyt Miyasato Nick Scharf Ruth & Art Ushijima Kineticor, Inc.
Walter & Sumie Kobashigawa James & May Kobashigawa
Diesel Pagaduan-Pang Rufina Pagaduan
Warren Lum Family & Friends of Warren Lum
Diesel Spry Jill LaBoy
William Eugene Anthony Leona Anthony
Dobie, Kane & Laki Richard & Marvela Satake
Willie Dasha Sven & Diana Lincke
Doyle Hodgins Osaki David & Patricia Osaki
In Memory of Pets Augie Sawai Jo Wakayama
Baldy Brown Marya Zoller
Gabriel Allen & Tammy Perry
Bamby Shimabukuro Amy & Randall Shimabukuro
Hacker Stuart Paul Stuart & Rachanobol Prapatat
Bella Rackle Donald & Alison Rackle Benji Gareth C. Yokochi Blue Audrey Wolz Bud E., Bella & Mitzi Chuck & Diane Marshall
Find comfort and compassion after the loss of a pet in Hawaiian Humane’s Virtual Pet Loss Support Group, facilitated by counselor Rosemarie Grigg on the first and third Tuesday of every month via video conference. To RSVP and receive the link to join the private virtual meeting, please email Outreach@HawaiianHumane.org. Where: Virtually, from the comfort of your own home When: Every first Tuesday of the month from 6:30 –7:30 pm Visit HawaiianHumane.org/events for the latest updates on this and other fun events!
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Emma Emily Doretha Barriger Fredericka, Pee Wee, Harvey, Wally, Lance & Rocky Mark & Margaret Burgessporter
Beau Loo The Elfalan Family
Virtual Pet Loss Support Group
Dusty Luna Mary Ann Coopmans
Ava Kloetzel Megan & Bernhard Kloetzel
Barklee Masuda Lance K. Masuda
Upcoming Event
Duchess, Bandit & Bear James & May Kobashigawa
Buddy Colleen L. Yee Buddy & Muffy Joyce & Norman Say Bullseye Gage Carolyn Gage Cassie Patrick & Janice Yamada Chase Wallace & Carolyn Towata Chibi & Yuki Wallace & Carolyn Towata Chloe & Pino Roy & Gloria King Cocoa & Rusty Parker Noah & Ellen Parker Cookie Gregory & Monette Gilding Cowboy & Prince Bobby R. Gordon Dagwood & Diva Trotter Lawana Collier Davis Pacheco Daniel J. Pacheco, Jr.
Hamlet, Oliver & Phoebe Helen Perez Hapa & Pua Ted, Bea & Dean Fukushima Harley & Ohana Stephanie & John Kirimitsu Heidi Werner Lindsey Ilagan Hoku Mary Marasovich Hoku, Le'a, Mana & Pua Roy & Grace Yokomura Inkers Beryl E. Segawa Ippeun Kaneshiro Tina N. Tom Ivy Goosefeathers Marcia A. Morgado Kanaka Serena Stefanic-Phillip & Solomon Phillip Kimo Amuro Elizabeth Y. Amuro Kimo, Pasha & Hiro Paul C. Franke KitKat Nakamoto Elsa M. Nakamoto Klompus Family Pets Marcia & Leonard Klompus Kui Paul & Dorothy Aki Kutie Pie Kiyokawa Karl S. Kiyokawa Lady Shikibu Kenard A. Sumida
Acknowledgment of gifts of $100 or more from August 1, 2023 – October 31, 2023. Lexi Judy M. Okimoto
Mochi & Turbo Lisa Lackland
Lilinoe The Omidyar Group
Molly Keiko Aono Jason, Erin, Penny & Ruby Aono
Lucky Ken Yonezawa Darryl & Paula Yonezawa
Nala Ann Young Michael & Jo Ann Young
Luna Don Bondarenko & Joan Nakamura
Nani & Maka Matsuda Laurena K.F. Wong
Maia Matsumoto Kevin & May-Lynn Matsumoto Maile, Malia & Tina Isobel L. Ryan Mari Matsumoto Kevin & May-Lynn Matsumoto Marshmellow, Stush & Hoku Saskia & Clyde Ishii Marti The Takahashi Family Max Yamane Lori Yamane Max, Penny & Kiki Troy Cathy & Michael Troy Milo, Jet Li, Ace Fujii, Killer & Muffin Michael & Laurie Walsh Misty, Muffin & Sasha Isabel & Tameichi Kusakabe Mochi Richard M. Sakoda
Sasuke Chong Edward & Margaret Chong Scooter Paige Allan & Leah Paige
Nibbles Steven & Gail Tokuda
Senna, Mittens & Cubby Laura A. Nagata
Nikki Martha & Duane Hamada
Seuss Sakahara Timothy Sakahara
Norah Hodgins David & Patricia Osaki
Shaka Rogers Carla Rogers
Paiko Saskia & Clyde Ishii
Snoopie Goto Colleen F. Goto-Ono
PC & Vader Steven & Lorene Kim
Snow Vail Kristen Vail
Penny Gerald & Wendy Sakata Pol, Jack & Jill Maurice Tamura & Nita Williams Ponce Family Pets Gilbert Ponce Princess Dennis A. Bernard Pua, Noki, Jewel & Lacey Kathleen D. Domen Raja, Wolf, Teddy & Chewy Valerie Curtis
Roxi Anne Felik David & Julz Goldstein Lani Link Lisa Lowenstein Shannon & Lidia Smith
Snow-E Miyamoto Susan S. Miyamoto Spike & Scooter Chun Arline Y. Chun Spotty Tawara Mark & Deidre Tawara Squirty Gary Osterman & Leonette Stewart Sunni Kimberly Smith
Taisho & Brandy Harold & Jan Fujise Taiyo Wong Norine Wong Teiti Betty M. Pedro Tennessee Daisy Kenneth & Elaine Ockermann The Dogs Gwenn Hauck Tiger Stapleton Beryl Ono Stapleton & John Stapleton Tiki Alan C. Reid Tobi Scot & Val Oishi Toby Kobashigawa James & May Kobashigawa Tory Happiness Weddington Shimabukuro Tiffany Shimabukuro Vivien Catherine A. Sorensen Yuki S. Kaiser-Botsai We make every effort to ensure that our information is accurate. If you have any questions, please contact Giving@HawaiianHumane.org.
Santa Paws 2023 Brings Holiday Cheer Thank you to Neiman Marcus and Kelli Bullock Hergert with Kelli with an Eye Photography for supporting this incredible family and pet-friendly event on December 16, 2023!
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SAVE the DATE! The Hawaiian Humane Society invites you to save the date for our annual fundraising gala, Tuxes & Tails - A Tail of Two Cities, on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at the ‘Alohilani Resort Waikīkī Beach. To learn more about table sponsorships or how to get involved, contact the Events Team at 808-356-2247 or events@hawaiianhumane.org.