 | Dear Lucky Dog Family, Six months ago, if you came to a Lucky Dog adoption event, you'd be lucky to see a kitten, let alone adopt one. Each week, I would scour our shelter partners in search of whatever kittens I could find. We'd bring them to the DC area, and they'd end up directly in forever homes. Fast forward to July, and we're in the thick of kitten season. For those of you who are not especially well versed in cat rescue lingo (I certainly wasn't when I started!), the concept of kitten season is probably pretty foreign. But, within animal welfare, it is a time to be feared. As the warmer months approach -- usually starting in April -- unaltered female cats go into heat and the kittens start rolling into shelters -- the beginning of "kitten season." Female cats can become pregnant several times a year and on average have a litter of 3-5 kittens at a time....resulting in thousands of kittens ending up in shelters across the United States. And not nearly enough adopters. |
|  | At this very moment, Lucky Dog has more than 100 cats and kittens in our care in the DC metro area. We have another 40 waiting at our facility in South Carolina. And, we get daily requests from our shelter partners, begging for help. This year, for the first time, Lucky Dog is partnering with a few local PetSmarts to house cats and kittens in their adoption centers! It is a great way to get these animals daily exposure to potential adopters, and we're thrilled with the increase in lifesaving capacity! We would love to expand the program, but to do that, we need your help! If you'd like a weekly kitten fix, let us know! We need volunteers who are willing to visit our PetSmart partners to play with our cats and kittens. The more people we can get to help, the more stores we can partner with to save lives! If you're interested in learning more, let Julie know! And, of course, we always are looking for more fosters for our cats and kittens. Anything to help reduce the large number of euthanasias that are happening daily in overcrowded and under-resourced shelters. If you have extra space in your home -- and your heart, let our foster team know! Thank you on behalf of all the Lucky Dogs and Cats! |
|  | Mirah Horowitz
CEO and Founder
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue |
| |  | June Lucky Tails By The Numbers! Last month, Lucky Dog saved 232 dogs & cats from high-kill shelters AND found homes for 215 dogs and cats! THANK YOU to all our amazing volunteers who helped so many happy tails come true! |
| | |  | Leave a Legacy of Love With Lucky Dog! It's not our favorite thing to think about, but it is so important to make a plan to protect the people and pets that mean the most to you -- and it has never been easier thanks to FreeWill.com. Our partner is proud to offer you peace of mind with their free tool. Visit their website to learn how you can protect your family and your legacy. |
| | |  | New Date!! Casino Night is Just A Few Months Away! Join us on October 28th, 2023 for Lucky Dog's 10th annual Casino Night presented by the Verstandig Family Foundation. Tickets are on sale now -- along with exceptional sponsorship opportunities! You don't want to miss this fun-packed night, complete with casino games, delicious food, and signature drinks. Want to help make Casino Night a HUGE Success? We're looking for exciting silent auction items. If you have something you would like to add to our auction, or would be interested in helping us scout auction item donations, please let Eleanor know. The more help we have, the better our auction will be! |
| | |  | Volunteer Spotlight: Terry Rizzo -- Lucky Dog Contracts Volunteer I’ve been volunteering on the Contract Team for about a year now. The Contract Team is the last stop before the adopter goes home with their new pup. Being able to be a part of their joy and happiness makes working on the Contract Team so rewarding. Lucky Dog does so much to get their pups and kitties adopted and being on the Contact Team and witnessing the culmination of all their hard work is an amazing experience. |
| | |  | Share the Luck: Jasper and Blue Java! Meet Jasper: We have no idea how Jasper is still in our care! He arrived in the Virginia area on February 18th, and has yet to find his forever home. This 6-month-old shepherd mix has a rock star personality. A happy and smart puppy who is eager to please, Jasper loves to play and gets along great with other dogs and kids. Please, help us spread the word and find Jasper the home he's been waiting for! Meet Blue Java: A 2-year-old grey and white cat, Blue Java is a sophisticated and enchanting lady with a heart as tender as her taste buds. With her irresistible charm and affectionate nature, Blue Java is searching for a home where she can reign supreme and be pampered by the royalty that she truly is. Does Blue Java sound like the perfect cat for you? |
| | |  | This Month On The Lucky Dog Blog: Lucky Dog's Hollis Lampe -- Foster Coordinator and foster parent shares the story of her journey into rescue. |
| | |  | Trainer's Corner: Having trouble motivating your dog using treats? Consider shifting calories out of the food bowl, and reserving some for activities like walks, classes, or other times you are seeking to train your pup. You can also combine food with reinforcements like play, toys and praise, and alternate the type of food you are offering during training. Check out Dog Latin's website for more dog training hacks! |
| | |  | Pet Health and Safety: The weather outside is getting warmer, and it is so important to be sure you never leave a pet in a hot car, even for a few minutes. Cars can reach extreme temperatures very quickly, and cracking windows is not sufficient to ensure pet safety. |
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|  | From handling at adoption events to volunteering to help match adoptable Lucky Dogs & Cats with their forever family, there is a role for everyone at Lucky Dog. Sign up to join our volunteer team today -- there are so many ways you can help save lives. |
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 | Foster a Lucky Dog or Cat and give a homeless animal a safe place to stay while they look for their forever home. You can foster as short as a night or weekend, or as long as you like. A great activity for the whole family. |
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 | Want to support Lucky Dog as we build our new facility in Florence, South Carolina? Phase 1 is complete and Phase 2 will include a heartworm treatment & boarding kennel, and a cat building with a kitten nursery. Various naming opportunities are available now on a first come, first served basis. |
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 | Want to help Lucky Dog save lives now and pay later? Now you can! Our new partners at B Generous have an amazing option that makes this possible. We are so excited about what this opprtunity means for our animals and can't wait to see what we can do together! |
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