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Please help the Kentucky Humane Society (KHS) by forwarding this free monthly e-newsletter to your animal-loving family and friends!
In this Issue:
KHS Generates Buzz with its New Behavior Training Ad Campaign
MARCH MANIA, Baby! Pets Looking for Homes
WAGGIN' TRAIL 5K - Fundraise From Home & Earn Prizes!
DOG DAY IN THE PARK, April 16
To the Rescue! Stories & Updates
Ask the Experts: Introducing Dog to New Baby
PAW PRINTS: Volunteer News & Updates
KHS Generates Buzz with its New Behavior Training Ad Campaign
KHS wants to take the bite out of your dog, literally…and also stop him from chewing everything, eating anything and leaving “presents” in the house. In 2008, KHS is taking a humorous approach to address such common and often challenging issues for dog owners with its new advertising campaign.
Last year, KHS generated buzz with its racy advertising campaign for the S.N.I.P. Clinic, the area’s first  full-time, public spay/neuter clinic. Now, one year later, KHS is at it again – but this time to increase awareness about its comprehensive behavior training program.
The campaign not only pokes fun at canine behavior “problems,” but also encourages pet owners to address them through positive reinforcement training. That’s because behavior problems are one of the primary reasons pets are surrendered to animal shelters.
Click here to read more about the KHS behavior training ad campaign and see the ads.
Need help with your dog? Then, sign up for classes now!
Click here or call (502) 253-2883 to learn more and register for behavior training.
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WAGGIN' TRAIL 5K -
Fundraise from Home & Earn Prizes!
Are you ready to help needy pets, earn prizes AND have a tail-waggin' good time? The WAGGIN’ TRAIL 5K is a fun way to help thousands of homeless animals who need YOUR help!
Start Fundraising for the WAGGIN' TRAIL 5K!
Saturday, May 17
E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park
All proceeds benefit KHS
Click here to learn more.
With our online fundraising system, it's SO EASY to raise money without ever leaving the comfort of your home! Plus, you'll earn prizes as you help KHS advocate the humane treatment for companion animals!
Just follow these easy steps:
- Create Your Own Personalized Fundraising Web Page — It’s quick and simple! Click here to get started now.
- Get Your Friends & Family Involved! — Import your personal e-mail address book and create personalized invitations asking friends and family to make a donation or become a member of your team!
- Find Out How You’re Doing— Access donation and e-mail communication reports that detail activity to your personal
 fundraising page.
- Make a Difference for the Animals AND Earn Prizes for You! — Your prizes accumulate as collected pledges increase. So, the more money you raise for KHS, the more prizes you earn and the more animals you help!
- Come Out, Have Fun & Collect Your Prizes! — Join us at the WAGGIN’ TRAIL 5K on May 17, collect your prizes and enjoy a day of celebrating the human-animal bond!
Start your own web page today - it only takes a few minutes! Click here to create your WAGGIN' TRAIL 5K page now.
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It's MARCH MANIA, Baby!
Pick up a new star for your home team during MARCH MANIA, baby! KHS pays homage to college basketball with a slam-dunk special this weekend...
Adoption Fees Waived for Pets, 4 Months & Older,
If You Bring in a "Wish List" Item!
March 7-9, 2008
All 8 KHS adoption locations
Come out this weekend for MARCH MANIA, and you may find your new best friend! Click here for more information and to view the entire KHS wish list.
Pets Looking for Homes
Help KHS find homes for thousands of needy dogs and cats! Here are just a couple of our adoptable pets...
"Lucy," a four-year-old shorthaired tabby, is such a sweetheart! She's a mellow cat with few worries, who just adores attention. Spayed and microchipped with up-to-date vaccinations, Lucy may be your perfect match! Come meet her today at the Dixie KHS-Feeders Supply adoption site in Valley Station! Or, call (502) 366-3355 for more information.
 "Davis," a four-year-old blue heeler/hound mix, wants to go home with YOU! This handsome guy loves to take walks and play, but also curl up next to you and get plenty of attention. Davis already knows basic commands such as sit and coming when called, but he doesn't like to be left alone, so he needs to go home with a special family that's willing to work on his separation anxiety.
Neutered, vaccinated and microchipped, this Lonely Hearts Club member can offer a lifetime of companionship if given a chance! Come visit him today at the KHS main campus! Or, call (502) 366-3355 for more information.
Click Here to View More Pets in Need of Homes!
For a schedule of pet media appearances, click here.
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DOG DAY IN THE PARK -
Order Tickets Now for You & Your Dog!
DOG DAY IN THE PARK
Wednesday, April 16
Louisville Slugger Field
Game Begins @7 p.m.
*Dog tickets benefit KHS!
The Louisville Bats will host the 4th annual DOG DAY IN THE PARK to help raise money for needy animals at KHS. The best part -- you can bring your dog for a fun-filled evening at the ballpark!
Space is limited, so order your tickets before they sell out! Tickets are $3 per dog and $6 per person. Call the Louisville Bats at (502) 212-BATS to order your tickets by phone, or click here to download an order form.
DOG DAY IN THE PARK is presented by:
 
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To the Rescue! Stories & Updates
Every month, KHS helps hundreds of animals in need. Here's just one of our rescue stories...
--Updates from Winter PAW STREET JOURNAL--
"Steel," a stray one-year-old Australian shepherd mix, got his name after  sustaining a serious injury in Trimble County. The young, malnourished dog wandered on to a local resident's property with a steel trap attached to his right hind limb. The injury was severe, but with the help of KHS, Steel's leg was able to be saved and he made a full recovery. Now, Steel lives with a loving family and gets to "romp and roll" with his canine siblings. Click here to find out how Steel is doing in his new home!
On a cold December night, “Arina" continuously meowed in pain as she wandered the streets in Germantown -- injured and without a home. Thankfully, a KHS volunteer discovered the stray one-year-old  cat and brought her to KHS for help. The KHS veterinary team determined that her left front limb was so badly broken that amputation was unavoidable. Now, the young feline is happy, healthy, and enjoying life in her forever home with another three-legged cat from KHS. Click here to learn how Arina is doing now!
Look for more rescue stories and updates in the next KENNEL CHRONICLES and our quarterly newsletter, the PAW STREET JOURNAL!
Click here to download the current issue of the PAW STREET JOURNAL.
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Ask the Experts: Introducing Dog to New Baby
Question:
 My husband and I are expecting our first child in May. We have a two-year-old Dalmatian mix who's our "baby," so I'm a little concerned that she'll be jealous when the baby comes. How can I introduce her to our new baby? - The DeWitt family
Answer from the KHS Behavior Training department:
Having a baby is one of the most exciting times in someone's life! But in the hustle and bustle of getting ready for their newest family member, people may forget to include their dog in the preparation process.
Foremost, you'll want to start desensitizing your dog.
Get her used to the idea of having someone new in the house and sharing her affection. Take your dog for walks with the stroller, play records with baby noises like crying, setup the baby swing and even carry around a doll. All of this will allow your dog to become acquainted with the new "things." Also, go ahead and establish any new "house" rules before the baby arrives. For example, if you deem the nursery as off-limits, then begin teaching your dog that now.
Furthermore, if you haven't already, consider enrolling your dog in positive reinforcement basic obedience training. This will help ensure that your dog is well behaved and has a strong foundation for socialization, such as when your little one begins to crawl.
Click here to learn what else you can do to make sure your dog adjusts well to your newest family member!
Do you have a behavior, veterinary or pet care question? Send an e-mail to info@kyhumane.org to submit your question to KHS, or call (502) 253-2883 today.
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PAW PRINTS: Volunteer News & Updates
 Click here to read this month's news and updates for KHS volunteers.
Thanks for all your help!
Submit Your Pet's Story & Win a Special
Pet Care Package! 
Do you and your pet have an interesting story to share? We want to know how your pet(s) has affected your life! Click here to submit your pet’s story and photo today. If your story is published in KENNEL CHRONICLES, you and your pet will win a special KHS pet care package!
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