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Thank You Boy Scouts!
Boy Scouts Make a Difference for the Animals at ABC
A huge SHOUT OUT to ABC volunteer Jason and Boy Scout Troop 644 for completing his Eagle Scout Service Project last weekend. They filled pot holes in the parking lot and all over the play yards. It was a huge job – 5 tons of dirt that had to be compacted as they went. Not to mention the redecorated outdoor, enclosed “catio” complete with carpeted perches and a ramp! The community cats LOVE the use of the vertical space and they enjoy looking out on the neighborhood. A very special thank you to Jason and to everyone who participated in or contributed to this project!
Gavin’s “Wish to Give”
Gavin Fulfilled his “Wish to Give” to the Rescue Animals
Gavin is only 12 years old and is bravely battling cancer with his bulldog, Gigi, by his side. With the help of Make-A-Wish Arizona Gavin fulfilled his “wish to give” and hosted a pet food & supply drive to help our rescue animals. Thank you Gavin for your giving spirit and to everyone who donated items!
Birthday Gifts for the Animals
Volunteers Gave Birthday Gifts to ABC!
Thank you to these two wonderful young ladies for their support and donations! For a second year in a row, instead of asking for birthday presents for themselves, they asked for donations for the animals at ABC! What an inspiration they are!
If you’d like to celebrate your birthday with gifts for the animals, please get in touch with us for our current donation needs or view our wish list items.
Critical Care Corner: Delilah
Delilah Abandoned at a Phoenix Animal Clinic
A beautiful Boxer named Delilah was abandoned at a Phoenix animal clinic by her family this past Saturday (January 13). ABC was contacted to see if we could help this sweet angel. We quickly agreed and hospitalized her for testing and treatment. We’re currently awaiting test results to determine her medical condition.
Despite her situation, she is fighting to get better and continues to be the sweetest girl! Everyone at ABC, along with the doctors, vet techs and emergency staff are rallying behind this amazing girl.
Tune in for live media coverage on Tuesday, January 23 with 3TV at 8:30 a.m. and Fox 10 at 9:45 a.m.; 12 News will air the piece during the evening news. Click to watch the videos: 3TV – CBS 5 / Fox 10 / 12 News
You can help Delilah with a tax-deductible donation. Please click the blue donate button to the right (scroll down if you’re on a mobile device) and complete the transaction via PayPal or mail a check payable to Animals Benefit Club to 3111 E St John Road, Phoenix, AZ 85032. Please include “Delilah Critical Care” in your PayPal or check description.
Delilah’s Progress Updates
Update 1/19: Delilah’s test results show she has a severe case of Valley Fever, a fungal infection commonly seen in the desert Southwest. ABC has treated many Valley Fever cases in dogs, but Delilah is the worst case yet. Given the severity of her symptoms, Delilah’s medical team estimates she went undiagnosed for over a year. Treating her will require a minimum of six months of ongoing medical supervision and consistent treatment; we estimate her expenses to be around $5,000.
Update 1/24: Delilah met with a specialist for her ultrasound. The ultrasound showed 1-2 areas that need monitoring, but otherwise our sweet girl was given a good prognosis. The specialist recommended a more aggressive treatment, so over the course of the coming weeks Delilah will receive a series of six intravenous infusions of medication. The good news is, even though she’s still weak, she perks up when her four-legged patient friends pass by.
Update 1/25: Diamondback Drugs, our long-time pharmacy for compounded pet medications, has offered to donate all of Delilah’s medications! We’re very grateful for all of their products that have helped to improve the lives of our rescues over the years. Thank you Diamondback Drugs for helping make a difference for Delilah and many others like her! Click to read their Facebook post
Update 1/27: Sweet Delilah has started intravenous infusion treatments of a very aggressive drug to attack her Valley Fever. She is currently in a 24-hour facility under the careful watch of doctors and vet techs to monitor her blood pressure and lab results. Please keep her in your thoughts and prayers as this is a very aggressive treatment protocol, but considering her condition it’s the best option we have at this time. It is, however, very difficult on the patient. We will keep you updated as she has five more treatments over the next two weeks.
Update 2/3: It is with much sadness that we need to let everyone know that sweet Delilah has crossed the rainbow bridge. In spite of hiring the very best veterinary professionals and hospitals she was not strong enough to withstand the aggressive treatments required to save her life. Our hearts are broken. She was loved by so many people who never met her but cared so much. We were with her to her very last breath and take consolation in the fact she knew she was deeply loved. We appreciate all your support, prayers and love throughout this difficult time. Thank you for your understanding and patience as we continue to process this heart breaking loss. We will share another update in the near future.
Thank you!
ABC rescues animals regardless of their medical condition. Many times an animal needs surgery or extended medical care before they are ready for adoption. Our Critical Care Corner will keep you updated on these special needs animals.
Start your Holidays with a Smile
Start your Holidays with a Smile, Shop AmazonSmile to Support the Animals!
Shop for all your holiday essentials, including gifts, decorations, and more at AmazonSmile. The AmazonSmile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the price of eligible purchases to ABC. The donation will automatically be made when you check out.
The best part is there is no cost to the customer or the organization. Bookmark the link to use every time you shop Amazon this holiday season!
Wishing you nothing but holiday smiles!
Holiday Pet Safety
11 foods and beverages that should always be kept away from pets
- Turkey Bones: Turkey (and chicken) bones and splintered fragments can get stuck in the roof of the mouth, throat, and intestines.
- Tomatoes: all kinds are toxic to cats, including parts of the tomato plant. Ingesting even a single cherry tomato can cause severe gastrointestinal upset.
- Alcohol: alcohol poisoning can lead to coma and death
- Gum, candy, chocolate: many candies and gum contain XYLITOL which can cause toxic or fatal liver damage to pets. All products containing xylitol should be kept well out of pets’ reach. Chocolate contains caffeine and theobromine which is toxic to cats and dogs.
- Mushrooms: Certain species of mushrooms, including those growing in damp areas of your yard, are toxic to pets and can cause shock and death.
- Raw potatoes (especially with green spots)
- Turkey skin
- Nutmeg
- Peach, apricot, other fruit pits: contain cyanide
- Caffeine: anything containing caffeine, including chocolate, coffee, and cocoa is dangerous
- Grapes and raisins: can cause renal failure
AND be sure to secure your trash! Moldy foods contain bacteria that can cause serious illness. Contact your veterinarian immediately if you suspect that your pet has ingested any of the above items.
What about the tree and decorations?
Make sure it’s secured so that pets won’t be able to tip it over, which can cause all sorts of issues including broken ornaments (dangerous sharp fragments that could be ingested or stepped on), tangled wires (fire hazard), or injury (tree landing on pets). If you have a real tree, remember to keep pets away from the tree water. Even without tree food additives, the stagnant water is a breeding ground for bacteria and can cause stomach upset or diarrhea if consumed. Tinsel and pets is another bad combination. Skip the tinsel to avoid curious pets ingesting it. Once eaten, tinsel can get entangled in the digestive tract and cause issues leading to expensive surgery. Unattended lit candles are another big no-no around pets. When in doubt, blow those candles out.
Enjoy a safe and happy holiday season with your pets!
Mingle & Jingle Fundraiser
Mingle & Jingle Fundraiser
Saturday, December 16
9am-1pm
OHSO Paradise Valley
10810 N Tatum Blvd #126
Phoenix, AZ 85028
602.900.9003
Share some holiday cheer while supporting the rescue cats & dogs at Animals Benefit Club!
- Local Brewery
- Pet Friendly Patio
- Gift Wrapping
- Meet Adoptable Dogs
- And more!
20% of your order will be donated to ABC – tell your server you’re there for the fundraiser.
We hope to see you there!
Wonder FilmRaiser
Go See WONDER Opening Weekend!
WONDER will donate $1.00 from every opening weekend ticket to ABC! This film is selling out, don’t wait!
Buy tickets and select Animals Benefit Club of AZ—you will checkout via Fandango.
Any WONDER ticket bought before Sunday, November 19 at Midnight counts, including showtimes on future dates!
This FilmRaiser event is for any movie theater in the U.S. where tickets can be bought on Fandango, so please share with your friends and family!
Celebrate Giving Tuesday
Join the #GivingTuesday community!
Black Friday. Cyber Monday.
#GivingTuesday
November 28, 2017
Animals Benefit Club has joined the global giving movement #GivingTuesday! There are many ways to take part in the celebration and give back to the animals. Attend our NYPD Dough-Raiser, help socialize our rescue animals , shop our partners, organize a donation drive for our wish list items, or simply help spread the word – share your #UNselfie or add the #GivingTuesday Facebook frame to your profile picture!
To learn more visit givingtuesday.org.
How to Share your Selfless Selfie
1.Take a “selfie” or use our #UNselfie template
2. Share how or why you’ll support the rescue cats & dogs at ABC
3. Share to social media and tag a friend to join you! Add the hashtags #UNselfie #GivingTuesday #SupportABC
Add the #GivingTuesday Facebook Frame to your Profile Picture
1. Vist this page. If needed, log in to your Facebook account
2. Click your profile picture in the bottom left
3. Search for “GivingTuesday” and select the 2017 frame
4. Click “Use as Profile Picture”
Thank you and Happy Giving!
NYPD Dough-Raiser!
We’re having a pizza Dough-Raiser!
#GivingTuesday
November 28
4 PM – 9 PM
NYPD Scottsdale
10433 N. Scottsdale Rd.
(480) 609-8666
Support ABC and the animals on Giving Tuesday, November 28! Dine at NYPD Scottsdale and they will donate 20% of sales generated by our supporters. Must PRESENT THE FLYER at time of purchase!
Valid with Dine-In, Carryout and Delivery