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Critical Care: Jesse
Jesse’s eyes were completely sealed shut from an infection
Tiny Jesse was found on the sidewalk in 39 degree temperatures. His eyes were completely sealed shut from an infection, he was dehydrated, starving, and had ear mites. ABC immediately took him to the hospital where he was treated with fluids and antibiotics, and fed prescription food every few hours.
After being hospitalized for 10 days he is finally able to eat on his own and is gaining weight – clearly he has the will to survive! He will complete his recovery in a foster home until he’s ready to be adopted.
Jesse’s veterinary expenses have been considerable so any size contribution will help this precious boy. As always, your donation is tax-deductible. ABC has no paid administrative staff so all the funds go directly to the animal care. Donations via check can be mailed to Animals Benefit Club, 3111 E St John Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85032, please include “Jesse” in the memo.
ABC rescues animals regardless of their medical condition. Many times an animal needs surgery or extended medical care before he or she is ready for adoption. Our Critical Care Corner will keep you updated on these special needs animals.
Critical Care Corner: Tiffany
Tiffany suffered a broken pelvis from a hit & run
Tiny Tiffany was hit by a car and left to die in the middle of the road. A good Samaritan stopped and scooped her up and contacted ABC for help. ABC rushed her to the hospital where she was stabilized and given pain medication. X-rays revealed her pelvis was broken in several places on both sides and would require extensive surgery. Despite her intense pain, Tiffany was very sweet and wagged her tail at all her caregivers.
Tiffany’s medical expenses will be costly, however, she has a fighting chance because Eddie the Yorkie, a past Critical Care rescue, was in a similar situation and made a full recovery! Initially we were attempting to raise $7,000 to help cover her pelvis surgery but unfortunately her post op x-rays also show a break in her tibia, which wasn’t discernible in her initial x-rays and will require a second surgery.
Many thanks to Tiffany Construction and their staff for not only rescuing little Tiffany from the road after being hit, but also for their extremely generous donation towards her medical costs. In case you were wondering why her name is Tiffany, now you know! Also a big thank you to Dr. Brian Petrovsky at Arizona Canine Orthopedics and Sports Medicine for taking great care of her.
Any size contribution will help this sweet girl! As always, your donation is tax-deductible. ABC has no paid administrative staff so all the funds go directly to the animal care. Donations via check can be mailed to Animals Benefit Club, 3111 E St John Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85032, please include “Tiffany” in the memo.
Watch or read the 12 News coverage of Tiffany.
ABC rescues animals regardless of their medical condition. Many times an animal needs surgery or extended medical care before he or she is ready for adoption. Our Critical Care Corner will keep you updated on these special needs animals.
Look At These Faces
Our summer 2021 fundraising is underway and our letter will be arriving in mailboxes very soon.
No matter the circumstance – abandonment, neglect, abuse, critical illness, or injury – every animal who arrives at Animals Benefit Club is provided with a safe and loving environment to help them heal. ABC rescues all breeds of cats and dogs without discrimination and will provide them with medical care, food, and shelter until they are placed in a forever home. As a true no-kill shelter, these animals will call ABC “home” for as long as needed.
Look at these faces, and read their stories. We know there’s a perfect home for each of them.
Domino, a Black & White Tuxedo, was found locked in a plastic carrier in the hot sun. He now resides in our large community of kitties and has made great progress but still tends to be on the aloof side. He will accept some petting but prefers to follow the Staff around and hang out nearby. In a quiet home he would absolutely flourish, especially if he gets to play with a wand toy.
Beau, a Chihuahua, was rescued from the streets of Phoenix. This senior fellow likes meeting new people, does well with cats, and doesn’t even mind being dressed in some stylish clothes. He enjoys playing ball and snuggling in laps. He has also learned how to cover himself with a blankie, but he sure would love it if you did it for him!
Lacy, an Australian Cattle Dog mix, is still quite young herself, despite having already raised a rambunctious litter of six named after the lovable Peanuts characters. She is a high-energy girl with the sweetest personality and loves to play with dogs and toys. We think she would make a wonderful running companion and would no doubt excel in agility!
Nugget, a White & Orange Tabby, really is the most extraordinary cat. He was found waiting for food in a feral cat community. He was so friendly and outgoing, he walked right up to the caretaker, who then rescued him. Despite the severe, painful inflammation of his mouth and gums, which resulted in the removal of all of his teeth, his sweet personality never wavered, not even while being given pain meds! This calm purring machine has a heart of gold and is instantly everyone’s best friend.
Nala, a German Shepherd mix, arrived in late 2017 after her owner passed away. She was extremely obese and was at high risk for weight-related issues. She made wonderful progress on a special reduced-calorie diet and frequent walks, see before photos on our website. Having lived in a home previously, she is very well-mannered and at-ease in a home. She loves walks, fetch, tug-of-war, and CAR RIDES! Any other time, she’s perfectly happy to hang out and nap. Nala is very intelligent and curious but is terrified of fireworks. She would make a great companion for humans, but is not a fan of other animals.
These are just some of the rescued animals you would be helping to support while they wait for their forever homes.
Please help with a gift of $25, $50, $75 or whatever amount you are able to give. Any size gift helps. As always, 100% of all donations goes directly to animal care and support – ABC has no paid administration.
Make your donation today or mail a check a check to Animals Benefit Club, 3111 E St John Road, Phoenix, AZ 85032. Thank you for your continued support.
Sincerely,
Andra Jeffress
Board Chair
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P.P.S. Does your employer have a matching gift program? Your gift may be able to go even further!
Safeway & Albertsons Promotion
During the entire month of February, Safeway and Albertsons shoppers statewide can help raise funds for animal welfare, just say YES and donate at checkout!
Organized by #LovePup in partnership with Safeway and Albertsons, these funds will benefit a network of rescue organizations, including Animals Benefit Club, along with our rescue partner PACC911.
Please support the animals and say YES when you checkout! Like and Share our Facebook post to help spread the word.
Critical Care Corner: Paco
Paco has an Infected Leg From a Dog Attack
A good Samaritan found Paco injured, bleeding and unable to walk in Hermosillo, Mexico. He was taken to a local animal shelter where they bandaged the fractured leg, but didn’t properly clean or treat his wounds, as we would later determine. Paco languished in the shelter for over five weeks until ABC learned about the situation through a rescue partner. ABC agreed to take him in for evaluation and treatment. The initial consultation showed that his leg was fractured by a dog attack, which then became severely infected. ABC is now trying desperately to save Paco’s leg. However, it requires an advanced surgery and rigorous rehabilitation for it to be a successful outcome.
We are attempting to raise $6,000 to help cover the cost of his surgery and treatment. Any size contribution will make a difference! Please make an online, tax-deductible donation or mail a check to Animals Benefit Club, 3111 E St John Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85032. Include “Paco” in your donation description. All funds beyond our estimate will go towards future Critical Care animals. Thank you!
Check out the news piece from Fox10 Phoenix.
ABC rescues animals regardless of their medical condition. Many times an animal needs surgery or extended medical care before he or she is ready for adoption. Our Critical Care Corner will keep you updated on these special needs animals.
Busy and Challenging Year
It’s been a very busy and challenging year so far. Just this summer, ABC has rescued so many animals in need it would take a letter several pages long to tell you about all of them. Needless to say, the medical costs have quickly added up to several thousand dollars.
Here are some stories of the animals we’ve rescued this summer.
Sweet Orange had been shot in several places with a BB gun. He was emaciated, dehydrated, bleeding and couldn’t use his left leg. We immediately took him to our veterinarian who performed surgery to remove the pellets from his face, leg, and body. He has since gained five pounds and regained the use of his leg. Now he’s happily meowing for everyone to come and pet him!
Honey was abandoned on the canal in central Phoenix. Despite attempts to locate her owner we were unsuccessful. She underwent extensive dental surgery which required removal of all but two of her teeth. Poor Honey must have been in terrible pain. Her disposition has gone from depressed and disinterested in food or interaction to a happy, energetic girl who loves food and attention!
Precious Hailey was found wandering the streets, extremely thin and dehydrated. Her teeth were in horrible condition and she was terrified of everyone. We immediately took her to our veterinarian who performed a comprehensive dental cleaning with extractions. Now she plays with other dogs, loves people, has gained weight, and is a very happy girl!
Sweet Remy was found wandering around south Phoenix. His abdomen appeared to have been burned and he was emaciated and dehydrated and he was only seven months old. Despite his terrible treatment he is the sweetest little guy you would ever want to meet! He’s now healed, neutered, and ready for his forever home.
Gemini is a beautiful Siberian Husky. She was hit by a car and rescued by an ABC volunteer. We attempted to save her leg through reconstructive surgery, but unfortunately her leg couldn’t be saved and had to be amputated. She is currently recovering and soon her foster family will be adopting her.
In addition to these medical costs, we’re facing expensive facility repairs. We had to replace an air conditioning unit, our septic system is requiring several thousand dollars of repairs, and one of our buildings needs the flat roof replaced.
Our goal is to raise $20,000 before the end of summer and we urgently need your support.
Please help with a gift of $25, $50, $75 or whatever amount you are able to donate. As always, ABC has no paid administration – 100% of all donations goes directly to animal care and support. And please remember, your donation is tax deductible.
Make your donation today! Donate online or mail a check payable to Animals Benefit Club to 3111 E St John Road, Phoenix, AZ 85032. Thank you for your continued support.
Sincerely,
Andra Jeffress
ABC Board Chair
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P.P.S Make your donation go a little further! Check with your human resources department to find out if your contribution can be matched by your employer.
Critical Care Corner: Gemini
Gemini Rescued After Hit by a Car
UPDATE: This “tri-pawed” had a long recovery time with a wonderful foster family. They spent many sleepless nights by her side as she healed from her injuries, surgeries, and abandonment. We are happy to share that she is a foster “failure” and has officially been adopted by her foster family! Visit our Happy Tails page to see photos of her in her new home.
Gemini was rescued by an ABC volunteer after being hit by a car. We attempted to save her leg through reconstructive surgery, but unfortunately it wasn’t a success and her leg had to be amputated. This sweet Husky girl is still young and we want to give her the best chance at a long and happy life.
We need to raise $4,000 to help cover the costs of Gemini’s surgery and medical care. Any size contribution will make a difference! Make an online, tax-deductible donation today or mail a check to Animals Benefit Club, 3111 E St John Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85032. Please include “Gemini” in your donation description. All funds beyond our estimate will go towards future Critical Care animals.
Check out our beautiful girl Gemini becoming a star on Fox10 today!
ABC rescues animals regardless of their medical condition. Many times an animal needs surgery or extended medical care before he or she is ready for adoption. Our Critical Care Corner will keep you updated on these special needs animals.
Boys Team Charity Service Day!
Boys Team Charity Service Day at ABC
This past weekend, a group of 14 senior high school boys, along with their parents, came to the shelter for a service day.
They are all members of Boys Team Charity (btc), a volunteer service organization dedicated to son/parent participation in charitable activities. ABC was selected as their Senior Project charity, after an recent adopter saw there was a lot of things they could do to help the facility. So far, they have spent two six-hour service days at the shelter.
We appreciate and thank each of the members of btc North Valley for their help trimming trees, fixing gates and fences, planting trees, cleaning fans, and much more! They will wrap up their project in January with repairs to the parking lot and clean up throughout the facility.
Learn how btc is making a difference at boysteamcharity.org or btcnorthvalley.chapterweb.net.
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Fence Upgrade In Progress 
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Rocky Supervises – view his bio 
btc North Valley TeamMates
Newly Planted Tree!
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Thank You for the Cat Condos!
New Cat Condos for the ABC Catio!
Thank you to Eagle Scout Drew for holding a successful linen drive and for making all these weather proof cat condos! These are AWESOME and will be used in our fully enclosed outdoor “catios”!
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!
