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Page 1 of 3 Letter from the President
It Takes a Community
Spring 2010
Dear Friends,
In my role as President of the Kentucky Humane Society (KHS), I am frequently in the community talking about KHS programs and services. As I meet and speak with people, the conversation almost always includes their pets. I am shown pictures of their beloved cat or dog on their cell phone and hear stories of how much joy their pet brings to their life. These conversations are delightful to hear and remind me of how the work that KHS does impacts not just the animals we serve, but equally the
people and families that adopt and love them. Many of these pets are the very ones that KHS works tirelessly every day to save, to heal their wounds and to mend their broken hearts.
In the last several years our community has made significant progress in the treatment and value placed on companion animals. A record number of people are adopting a cat or dog, bringing them into their homes to be a part of the family. More people are choosing to spay or neuter the pets already in their homes, realizing that unwanted litters of puppies and kittens adds to the suffering of animals. People are participating in behavior training classes to strengthen the communication and bond with their dogs. And more and more children are learning about caring for and loving dogs and cats.
This progress is not only seen in the statistics here at KHS, but through the statistics of other rescue groups and animal welfare organizations, all working to make a positive impact on the animals they vow to care for.
You have probably often heard the saying “it takes a village.” When people say this, they are referring to people coming together for a cause, to improve the life of someone, to make a difference. I am proud that our community is making positive strides in our treatment and the value placed on companion animals. There is still much work to be done to truly end the suffering and homelessness of pets, but I am confident we have the momentum to continue moving forward for their sake. Maybe the saying should be “it takes a community” – our community.
Regards,
Lori Kane Redmon
President-CEO
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