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MISTY EYES APRIL NEWS
Uniting Pets With People
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From The Board...
Celebrating Success: Raise the Woof 2024
The Misty Eyes Board would like to take a moment to thank some special people for making Raise the Woof an extraordinary success!
A colossal thank you goes to Worley Erhart-Graves, our Presenting Sponsor, whose steadfast support has been invaluable over the years. Special recognition to Juli Erhart-Graves for sharing her reasons for supporting Misty Eyes Animal Center. We're equally appreciative of Noah's Animal Hospital, the Law Office of Gary Hancock, Brownsburg Animal Clinic, Hendricks County Community Connect, Ash & Oak Weddings, First Class Catering, Jaclyn Shallow Photography, FUZE Design, Tito's Vodka, Easley's Winery, and the Kickstand Bar & Grill. Your contributions made the event shine!
A round of ap-paws for our event Coordinator and Committee, whose unwavering dedication brought Raise the Woof to life. Morgan Cook, Ida Schnabel, Ashley Brill, Terry Keeler, Diana Kowalski, Larry Kowalski, Martha Rogers, Heather Tracey, Jill Cook, Kathy Taraschke, Debbie Draper, and Kelly Brown-Veneziano — your commitment is unmatched. We truly have the best volunteers in the world!
We are grateful to our emcee, Bethany Phyne, and our entertainer, Jamee Blue Music, for their stellar performances, keeping us all captivated throughout the evening. Special thanks to all VIPs, Guests of Honor, and speakers, as well as the winners of the 10X Envelope Pull and Heads or Tails, for generously donating their winnings back to Misty Eyes, and to all attendees who generously contributed and bid on auction items, including those who couldn't attend but participated online.
Raise the Woof 2024 was an unforgettable night filled with joy and generosity, made possible by the incredible support of each and every one of you. From the Misty Eyes Board of Directors, a heartfelt thank you for helping us make a difference in the lives of animals in need. The most important thing we'd like to point out is this: After 13 years of putting on the "Raise the Woof" event, we did it! We all helped to "Raise the Woof" of Kitty City! It is finally here! Stay tuned for the opening date of our newest building, Kitty City!
Thank you from the bottoms of our hearts,
Misty Eyes Board of Directors
Cherie L. Fox, Jennifer McCarty, Sheryl Sackett-Francik,
Angie Coggan, Angela Buhr, Scott Butrum, Renee Harlor (Emeritus)
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Animal Operations Update
We added one new foster family in March. Welcome Amanda Freed!
We desperately need more dog and cat foster families. If you, or someone you know, might be willing to join our Foster Team, please ask them to submit a Foster Application online. The form can be found on our website under the Help Us menu, or use the link below. For more information about our Foster Program, please email Robin@MistyEyes.org.
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Upcoming Volunteer Orientation Classes | |
The next volunteer orientation session will be held on Wednesday, April 24, 6:00 pm-7:00 pm, at the Brownsburg Public Library.
The first step in becoming a Misty Eyes volunteer is to complete a volunteer application, then you will be invited to attend the orientation session. If you'd like more information about our volunteer program, please email Terry@MistyEyes.org.
Terry Keeler, Volunteer Coordinator
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Kitty City Progress
• THANK YOU •
to the following businesses and individuals who have donated products or services:
DON FLICK, Architect | RAY’S TRASH SERVICE
SUNBELT RENTALS | USA ROOFING
Suite & Building Sponsors
Suite - Dan Rihm
Suite - Worley-Erhart Graves
Suite - Debbie Draper
Suite - Larry & Diana Kowalski
Suite - In Memory of Lexi Riggles
Suite - In Memory of Lexi Riggles
Suite - Perry & Associates
Suite - Cyndy Hughes
Suite - Bonnie Cowley
Play Area - JoAnn Frogue
Play Area 2 - Dan Rihm
Adoption Center Lobby - TBA
View available sponsorships/naming opportunities here.
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Junior Volunteers
Dear Students and Parents,
In May we will be having one of the favorite lessons for our Grade 3-6 Junior Volunteers, “Careers with Animals”!
What’s It All About?
In this lesson, we’ll dive into the fascinating world of animal-related careers. From working directly with animals to supporting their well-being behind the scenes, there are countless paths to explore. Whether you dream of becoming a veterinarian, wildlife biologist, or even a zookeeper, this lesson will ignite your curiosity and inspire you to consider the possibilities.
Kids will:
Discover: We’ll discuss various animal-related careers and learn about the
incredible work people do to care for animals.
Explore: Students will identify different ways to pursue these careers and
understand the educational paths involved.
Stay Curious!
Remember, the animal kingdom is vast, and there’s a role for everyone who loves animals. Whether you’re passionate about conservation, research, or simply cuddling with furry friends, there’s a career waiting for you.
If you have any questions about our JV program, please email Kathy@MistyEyes.org.
Kathy Taraschke, Team Lead
Youth Outreach Programs
If your child is interested in being a part of Misty Eyes Kids Club (Grades 3-6) or Misty Eyes Junior Volunteers (Grades 7-12), please complete an information sheet for each student using the link below. Once we've received your completed information sheet, you will receive emails with links to sign-up for upcoming meetings.
If you have questions or need assistance with the information sheet, please email JV@MistyEyes.org.
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Featured Adoptables
Looking For A New Family Member?
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Miss Moon
Meet Miss Moon! Miss Moon is a very pretty, sleek girl who loves people! If you are looking for a sweet girl to be your companion, but one who really would prefer to be the one and only cat in the home, this is your girl! To meet her, please submit a non-binding adoption application using the button below.
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Foxy
Foxy is a 4-year-old Golden Doodle who is a retired puppy mill breeding dog. Although she is a Mini-Doodle, she is not a small dog at 40 lb. She is smaller than a standard sized Doodle, but is definitely not "mini." Foxy is a very sweet dog, but due to her background, is very timid and shy initially. She will need a home with at least one even-tempered, well balanced dog to be her friend and mentor. She will also require a fenced yard since leash-walking is very frightening for her, and she will need plenty of exercise within a secure area. If you'd like to learn more about Foxy, please submit a non-binding adoption application using the button provided.
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March Adoptions
We're happy that these adoptable pets found loving homes!
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KC
KC and her family have been fostering for three months. KC really enjoys spending time with her family and pets and painting in her free time. The Sheet family has been outstanding at jumping in to help with other projects at the adoption center as well. Her favorite part of fostering is knowing the animals are safe and seeing them adopted into loving homes. In one word - fulfilling!
Thank you KC and all of your family for all that you do!
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Recall
Well, it happened again on Saturday afternoon. We were in a training class at the Center when a flash of tan ran across the glass doorway! Loose dog! I grabbed treats and ran outside to see the owner chasing his dog and yelling her name. I dropped to the ground and threw treats, Rosie ran over to me to eat, looked back at the owner barreling towards her and started running again. After opening the door to the Center, Rosie ran right in and was safe. Her harness was way too big and she had escaped it, she had no recall, and the owner was making this into a game of chase. How to fix this!
How to teach recall (the most important skill you’ll ever teach)
Instead of us chasing the dog, we want the dog to chase us.
- Inside without distractions, give your dog a treat, then run a few feet away while being cheerful and happy so they want to follow you. When they do, click and treat, then move away, click and treat, repeat.
- Once they have conquered step one, you can add a cue. Please choose a word you don’t use often and save this for important use. The word “come” is overused. Choose something different such as “pronto”, “quick”, or “jackpot”.
- To add the cue, go back to Step 1. Give your dog a treat, then run a few feet away, and give your cue. Still be very happy and cheerful. Click and treat once the dog reaches you.
- If all has gone well, let’s practice this outside in the yard on leash. Please don’t try this off leash until we know the dog will be successful.
- Practice, practice, practice!
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Please view this video for ideas on more proofing of the recall. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VuyjjkSPRfU
If your recall is failing, please look at the following and see if any could apply to you:
😿 Only calling when fun is about to end
😿 Showing anger or frustration
😿 Not rewarding when they do return
😿 Punishing when they finally do return
😿 Calling and immediately putting lead/leash on
😿 Expecting recall in distracting environments when they are struggling in even quiet environments
Happy Training!
If you have any questions, please email LuAnn@MistyEyes.org
LuAnn Keyton, KPACTP
LuAnn has been a Certified Training Partner of the Karen Pryor Academy since January 2008. She has been heavily involved in animal rescue for more than 25 years and saw a need to prepare animals for their new homes. She is also a STAR Puppy, Trick Dog and Canine Good Citizen Evaluator for the AKC. Contact LuAnn at LuAnn@MistyEyes.org.
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Dog Training Classes
STAR Puppy Class - Sundays at 2:30 pm & 4:00 pm
Please email Liz Stringer at LizStringer@theproperpups.org for upcoming
STAR Puppy class information.
Canine Good Manners Classes - Saturdays, Sundays, & Mondays at 6:00pm
Canine Good Citizens and/or Trick Dog Classes - Saturdays at 4:00pm
Please email LuAnn Keyton at LuAnn@MistyEyes.org for upcoming Canine Good Manners, Citizens, or Trick Dog class information. Please indicate which class and day of the week you prefer in your initial email.
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