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Snake Appreciation - Free Craft Kits for Kids!
Free craft kits for making snakes, habitat picture, and wax stix designs are available for kids ages 5-11. Kids just view an 8-minute video, an engaging story “Soft Child, How Rattlesnake Got His Fangs” told by famous New Mexico storyteller and author Joe Hays. Just click on this link to the video.
Send reply with reaction about the story to Jean Gilbert at jigilbert@zianet.com and you will receive a craft kit.
Kits include toy snake, modeling clay, wikki stix for “drawing”, gel pen and note pad, stickers, coloring pages, and an animal-themed book. All items inside a 2-pocket folder.
The craft kits are made possible through the Humane Society of Southern NM. Jean Gilbert, HSSNM humane educator, is the project coordinator.
Free craft kits for making snakes, habitat picture, and wax stix designs are available for kids ages 5-11. Kids just view an 8-minute video, an engaging story “Soft Child, How Rattlesnake Got His Fangs” told by famous New Mexico storyteller and author Joe Hays. Just click on this link to the video.
Send reply with reaction about the story to Jean Gilbert at jigilbert@zianet.com and you will receive a craft kit.
Kits include toy snake, modeling clay, wikki stix for “drawing”, gel pen and note pad, stickers, coloring pages, and an animal-themed book. All items inside a 2-pocket folder.
The craft kits are made possible through the Humane Society of Southern NM. Jean Gilbert, HSSNM humane educator, is the project coordinator.
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Mother's Day & All-Occasion Gift Boxes! Helps Animals & Charities!
Gift boxes for Mother's Day , birthdays, anniversaries, and other special occasions are available through the Humane Society for a $10.00 donation. Half the proceeds, or $5.00, goes to a local charity of your choice and the other half goes to HSSNM to help animals. These attractive, unique boxes are all individually designed and reusable. Just slide off the ribbon or sash to put the gift inside. Most fit inside a mailer for easy sending.
To request a box or for more information, please contact the HSSNM project coordinator Jean Gilbert at jigilbert@zianet.com.
Gift boxes for Mother's Day , birthdays, anniversaries, and other special occasions are available through the Humane Society for a $10.00 donation. Half the proceeds, or $5.00, goes to a local charity of your choice and the other half goes to HSSNM to help animals. These attractive, unique boxes are all individually designed and reusable. Just slide off the ribbon or sash to put the gift inside. Most fit inside a mailer for easy sending.
To request a box or for more information, please contact the HSSNM project coordinator Jean Gilbert at jigilbert@zianet.com.
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In Memory of Win Jacobs (1937-2020) Members and friends of the Humane Society of Southern NM are very saddened by the passing of Win Jacobs on July 14, 2020 at the age of 83. Win served on the board of directors of the Free Spay Neuter Program for a couple years before the organization evolved into HSSNM where she served several years in varied capacities. Win was a trail blazer in animal welfare work and best practices, recognizing the need for affordable pet care services for animals belonging to families with low or fixed incomes. Win demonstrated through action the possibility of attaining those services and was instrumental in securing offices for three local animal welfare organizations, all sharing the vision of her work. Win was a gifted writer and skilled in administrative work and at laying foundations. This is a big part of her legacy. An obituary for Win appeared in the July 23, 2020 issue of the Las Cruces Sun-News with mention of an outdoor “celebration of life” scheduled for August 9, 2020 at 7:30 p.m. at the Plaza de Las Cruces. An online guest book for condolences is available here. |
HSSNM Events Temporarily Suspended
Events will resume when permitted under COVID-19 guidelines.
Recent Events
2021 Volunteer Fair
The Humane Society of Southern NM participated in a fundraiser with 1:1 matching funds, up to $500.00, from the Community Foundation of Southern NM and United Way of Southwest NM!! This online fundraising event, “Volunteer Fair & Giving Day 2021,” took place on Friday, April 23rd. At right: Frank Bryce is recognized for outstanding service spanning nearly 15 years for HSSNM. In addition to serving as President, he answers calls to the pet help line, provides foster care for orphan animals, and TNR assistance for community cats and many other volunteer services. Frank also safely relocates snakes from people's yards to their desert habitat. |
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HSSNM Yard Sale - October 3, 2020
HSSNM board members volunteered their time working a yard sale on Saturday, October 3rd to raise money for the organization's programs helping animals in need. The event was successful, thanks to the high visibility location for the sale and nice weather. With adequate social distancing at the outdoor sale, customers safely browsed the large assortment of household, office, and personal-use items which were featured at bargain prices!
Pictured below, top left: Frankie, a Bichon Frise-Poodle mix, belonging to HSSNM member Joann Covey and a young foster puppy resting on HSSNM President Frank Byce's lap, enjoy the attention and nice weather at HSSNM's yard sale. Top right: Joann Covey, with her dog Frankie, and Frank Bryce work at the check-out station during parts of the yard sale. Bottom left: Jeff Murphey, HSSNM board member, socializes a young foster puppy while volunteering at the yard sale. Bottom right:
The HSSNM yard sale sign stands at a high visibility location along a busy thoroughfare in northwest Las Cruces.
HSSNM board members volunteered their time working a yard sale on Saturday, October 3rd to raise money for the organization's programs helping animals in need. The event was successful, thanks to the high visibility location for the sale and nice weather. With adequate social distancing at the outdoor sale, customers safely browsed the large assortment of household, office, and personal-use items which were featured at bargain prices!
Pictured below, top left: Frankie, a Bichon Frise-Poodle mix, belonging to HSSNM member Joann Covey and a young foster puppy resting on HSSNM President Frank Byce's lap, enjoy the attention and nice weather at HSSNM's yard sale. Top right: Joann Covey, with her dog Frankie, and Frank Bryce work at the check-out station during parts of the yard sale. Bottom left: Jeff Murphey, HSSNM board member, socializes a young foster puppy while volunteering at the yard sale. Bottom right:
The HSSNM yard sale sign stands at a high visibility location along a busy thoroughfare in northwest Las Cruces.
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HSSNM Yard Sale - May 30, 2020
The Humane Society of Southern NM held a yard sale fundraiser on May 30, 2020. The sale is noteworthy because the fundraiser was the first event HSSNM has held since the stay-at-home quarantine went into effect mid-March. With many restrictions lifted now, HSSNM was able to hold the sale—that's, of course, with social distancing in place as well as wearing of masks.
Pictured left to right are HSSNM president Frank Bryce, board member Jeff Murphey, and HSSNM member Joann Covey. (Board member Jean Gilbert not pictured.) Also pictured is HSSNM foster dog Fred resting on top of his shelter, enjoying the view and the attention from people volunteering at the sale
The Humane Society of Southern NM held a yard sale fundraiser on May 30, 2020. The sale is noteworthy because the fundraiser was the first event HSSNM has held since the stay-at-home quarantine went into effect mid-March. With many restrictions lifted now, HSSNM was able to hold the sale—that's, of course, with social distancing in place as well as wearing of masks.
Pictured left to right are HSSNM president Frank Bryce, board member Jeff Murphey, and HSSNM member Joann Covey. (Board member Jean Gilbert not pictured.) Also pictured is HSSNM foster dog Fred resting on top of his shelter, enjoying the view and the attention from people volunteering at the sale
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"Check the Chip" Event @Farmers' Market - March 7, 2020
Uncaged Paws team members with volunteers from HSSNM, held a very successful "Check the Chip" event at Farmer's Market on March 7th. 54 animals, the majority dogs, received micro-chip implants with registration provided for the bargain price of $5.00! Three animals had their micro-chip registration information updated as a complimentary service with current phone number and address (as applicable).
Pictured are HSSNM president Frank Bryce and board member Jeff Murphey, who administered the micro-chip implants and assisted customers. Also pictured are Kelly Barker (foreground), director of Uncaged Paws, with team members Ann Robinson and Gary Pigg - all volunteered holding pets and doing the registration paperwork. Denise Beyer with UP, not pictured, also volunteered at the event. Also pictured are a couple canines who received micro-chip implants.
Saturday, April 4th is the next scheduled "Check the Chip" event at Farmers' Market. For more information, please call HSSNM at 575-523-8020.
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Critter Connection Session @ Boys & Girls Club – February 25, 2020
Children at the Boys & Girls Club were in for a real treat when Knox, a boxer female, visited the club for a HSSNM “Critter Connection” session on February 25th. Hokie Wiley, Knox’s guardian, demonstrated the amazing skill range Knox has acquired - especially as a very young adult. Knox showed a large repertoire of skills and responses to commands from consistent training: retrieving items, pulling a Kleenex out of a box & delivering to Hokie, pressing light buttons, raising and lowering barking vocalizations, and more. The children were thoroughly entertained and impressed with Knox’s abilities and also learned important pet care information. HUGE thanks to Hokie for bringing sweet, intelligent Knox for Critter Connection!!
Children at the Boys & Girls Club were in for a real treat when Knox, a boxer female, visited the club for a HSSNM “Critter Connection” session on February 25th. Hokie Wiley, Knox’s guardian, demonstrated the amazing skill range Knox has acquired - especially as a very young adult. Knox showed a large repertoire of skills and responses to commands from consistent training: retrieving items, pulling a Kleenex out of a box & delivering to Hokie, pressing light buttons, raising and lowering barking vocalizations, and more. The children were thoroughly entertained and impressed with Knox’s abilities and also learned important pet care information. HUGE thanks to Hokie for bringing sweet, intelligent Knox for Critter Connection!!
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Critter Connection Session @ Boys & Girls Club - January 30, 2020
Debbie Hands, HSSNM webmaster and a proud pet owner, brought her two dogs Nacho (a Chihuahua) and Tessa (a small, fluffy mix-breed) to the Boys & Girls Club on January 30th for a "Critter Connection" session. Both dogs are adopted from HSSNM! Debbie talked about responsible pet ownership-guardianship, importance of identification and micro-chips, vaccinations and spay-neuter, socialization and exercise, and other pet care topics. Following the presentation, the children enjoyed small group time with Nacho and Tessa while others had an art activity.
HSSNM holds Critter Connection sessions at the Boys & Girls Club every month. Volunteers are always needed and welcome for education programs. Contact Jean Gilbert, board member and educator, at 575-640-6867 for information.
Debbie Hands, HSSNM webmaster and a proud pet owner, brought her two dogs Nacho (a Chihuahua) and Tessa (a small, fluffy mix-breed) to the Boys & Girls Club on January 30th for a "Critter Connection" session. Both dogs are adopted from HSSNM! Debbie talked about responsible pet ownership-guardianship, importance of identification and micro-chips, vaccinations and spay-neuter, socialization and exercise, and other pet care topics. Following the presentation, the children enjoyed small group time with Nacho and Tessa while others had an art activity.
HSSNM holds Critter Connection sessions at the Boys & Girls Club every month. Volunteers are always needed and welcome for education programs. Contact Jean Gilbert, board member and educator, at 575-640-6867 for information.
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"Happy Tails" Pet Adoption Event @PetSmart - January 11, 2020
HSSNM held a "Happy Tails" pet adoption event at PetSmart on January 11th with adoption partner Luna's Foster Rescues. Animals featured at the adoption event included “Fred”, a young pit bull mix pictured resting in the lap of HSSNM board member Jeff Murphey (top left) and also pictured (bottom right) with his foster Frank Bryce, HSSNM president. “Fred” was found stray in a neighborhood off Missouri, hungry and looking for food after being abandoned. Call HSSNM at 575-523-8020 for information about "Fred" and other animals available for adoption.
Dogs pictured in crates (top right) are available for adoption through Luna’s Foster Rescues, a rescue group out of El Paso. They can be reached at 915-307-1045.
Bottom left photo shows “Nacho,” a little Chihuahua, resting contentedly with his canine companion “Tessa” in his new forever home! "Nacho" was adopted recently from HSSNM's foster program.
HSSNM held a "Happy Tails" pet adoption event at PetSmart on January 11th with adoption partner Luna's Foster Rescues. Animals featured at the adoption event included “Fred”, a young pit bull mix pictured resting in the lap of HSSNM board member Jeff Murphey (top left) and also pictured (bottom right) with his foster Frank Bryce, HSSNM president. “Fred” was found stray in a neighborhood off Missouri, hungry and looking for food after being abandoned. Call HSSNM at 575-523-8020 for information about "Fred" and other animals available for adoption.
Dogs pictured in crates (top right) are available for adoption through Luna’s Foster Rescues, a rescue group out of El Paso. They can be reached at 915-307-1045.
Bottom left photo shows “Nacho,” a little Chihuahua, resting contentedly with his canine companion “Tessa” in his new forever home! "Nacho" was adopted recently from HSSNM's foster program.
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Humane Education & Storytelling Session @Onate High School - January 8, 2020
HSSNM provided a storytelling and humane education session January 8th at Onate High School in Mary Whittemore’s special education class with book donation. Jean Gilbert shared the award-winning and heartwarming story “Buddy Unchained”, written by Daisy Bix, about a dog living life on a chain, neglected and left in the bitter freezing cold, later rescued and taken to a shelter where he was eventually adopted by a loving family. Following the presentation, students designed paper snowflakes as an extension activity related to weather and winter.
HSSNM offers free animal welfare-themed books and stories to teachers for their classroom libraries by way of presentation. Please call 575-640-6867 or 575-523-8020 or email jigilbert@zianet.com for info or to schedule a session.
HSSNM provided a storytelling and humane education session January 8th at Onate High School in Mary Whittemore’s special education class with book donation. Jean Gilbert shared the award-winning and heartwarming story “Buddy Unchained”, written by Daisy Bix, about a dog living life on a chain, neglected and left in the bitter freezing cold, later rescued and taken to a shelter where he was eventually adopted by a loving family. Following the presentation, students designed paper snowflakes as an extension activity related to weather and winter.
HSSNM offers free animal welfare-themed books and stories to teachers for their classroom libraries by way of presentation. Please call 575-640-6867 or 575-523-8020 or email jigilbert@zianet.com for info or to schedule a session.
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Critter Connection Session @Boys & Girls Club - December 12, 2019
Children in HSSNM's "Critter Connection" program at the Las Cruces Boys & Girls Club enjoyed a special session with ambassador dog "Lucas," a poodle. Lucas came with his guardian Rose Street who gave a presentation on pet care, grooming, training, and other topics related to owner responsibility. Rose is pictured talking to the children and giving a demonstration on grooming with a special type of comb. Also pictured is HSSNM humane educator Jean Gilbert with Rose and Lucas. Following the demos and presentation, the children received color books, pens, and stickers from HSSNM as a holiday treat.
Children in HSSNM's "Critter Connection" program at the Las Cruces Boys & Girls Club enjoyed a special session with ambassador dog "Lucas," a poodle. Lucas came with his guardian Rose Street who gave a presentation on pet care, grooming, training, and other topics related to owner responsibility. Rose is pictured talking to the children and giving a demonstration on grooming with a special type of comb. Also pictured is HSSNM humane educator Jean Gilbert with Rose and Lucas. Following the demos and presentation, the children received color books, pens, and stickers from HSSNM as a holiday treat.
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"Fur'ever Friends" Program @Highland Elementary - December 2-6, 2019
Kindergarten children in HSSNM's "Fur'ever Friends" program at Highland Elementary (7 classes) received Maddie Tail Wag color books with pens and stickers as a holiday treat. The color books were the perfect gift and culmination of humane education sessions for first semester on pet care-responsibility, guardianship, spay-neuter awareness, and related topics. Pictured is Ms. Vargas with her bilingual students who received Maddie Tail Wag color books in English and Spanish. Also pictured is Jean Gilbert, HSSNM volunteer humane educator with kinder students who had a fun holiday session singing "The 12 Dogs of Christmas" and learning some of the different dog breeds.
Kindergarten children in HSSNM's "Fur'ever Friends" program at Highland Elementary (7 classes) received Maddie Tail Wag color books with pens and stickers as a holiday treat. The color books were the perfect gift and culmination of humane education sessions for first semester on pet care-responsibility, guardianship, spay-neuter awareness, and related topics. Pictured is Ms. Vargas with her bilingual students who received Maddie Tail Wag color books in English and Spanish. Also pictured is Jean Gilbert, HSSNM volunteer humane educator with kinder students who had a fun holiday session singing "The 12 Dogs of Christmas" and learning some of the different dog breeds.
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Critter Connection Session @Boys & Girls Club - November 21, 2019
Don Toomey brought his sweet Jackson, a Siberian Husky, for "Critter Connection" on Nov. 21st. The Boys & Girls Club children learned from Don, a TheraPaws member and trainer, and from Ambassador Jackson that Siberian Huskies are most closely of dogs related to the wolf and are very intelligent. Jackson responds to commands in English, German, and American Sign Language. The kids loved this special CC session!
Persons interested in volunteering with HSSNM's "Critter Connection" or "Fur'ever Friends" sessions please contact board member Jean Gilbert at 575-640-6867 or jigilbert@zianet.com
Don Toomey brought his sweet Jackson, a Siberian Husky, for "Critter Connection" on Nov. 21st. The Boys & Girls Club children learned from Don, a TheraPaws member and trainer, and from Ambassador Jackson that Siberian Huskies are most closely of dogs related to the wolf and are very intelligent. Jackson responds to commands in English, German, and American Sign Language. The kids loved this special CC session!
Persons interested in volunteering with HSSNM's "Critter Connection" or "Fur'ever Friends" sessions please contact board member Jean Gilbert at 575-640-6867 or jigilbert@zianet.com
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"Happy Tails” Adoption Event @PetSmart - November 9, 2019
HSSNM held a “Happy Tails” Adoption Event on Saturday, November 9th at PetSmart. We’re happy to report a small black puppy, from Luna’s Fosters’ Rescue, was adopted by a nice couple and went to a loving home. Interest was expressed for other pets featured at the event, with a couple adoptions pending for HSSNM foster dogs. A pit bull mix, shown by HSSNM board member Jeff Murphey, was one of HSSNM’s foster dogs featured. Contact HSSNM at 575-523-8020 for information about adopting, fostering, and/or volunteering.
HSSNM held a “Happy Tails” Adoption Event on Saturday, November 9th at PetSmart. We’re happy to report a small black puppy, from Luna’s Fosters’ Rescue, was adopted by a nice couple and went to a loving home. Interest was expressed for other pets featured at the event, with a couple adoptions pending for HSSNM foster dogs. A pit bull mix, shown by HSSNM board member Jeff Murphey, was one of HSSNM’s foster dogs featured. Contact HSSNM at 575-523-8020 for information about adopting, fostering, and/or volunteering.
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Check the Chip Event @Farmers Market - November 2, 2019
Uncaged Paws, with volunteers from HSSNM, held a "Check the Chip" event at the Farmers Market on Saturday, November 2nd. Fifteen pet owners had free updates completed for their pets' micro-chips so contact information is current. Four pets had micro-chip implants done for the bargain price of $5. Pictured is Frank Bryce, HSSNM president, assisting a woman with her little Yorkie. Also pictured is a handsome poodle waiting with his/her owner for help regarding micro-chip information. Stay tuned for the next Check the Chip event.
Uncaged Paws, with volunteers from HSSNM, held a "Check the Chip" event at the Farmers Market on Saturday, November 2nd. Fifteen pet owners had free updates completed for their pets' micro-chips so contact information is current. Four pets had micro-chip implants done for the bargain price of $5. Pictured is Frank Bryce, HSSNM president, assisting a woman with her little Yorkie. Also pictured is a handsome poodle waiting with his/her owner for help regarding micro-chip information. Stay tuned for the next Check the Chip event.
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Canine Halloween Health & Safety Fair @ Las Cruces Dog Park - October 26, 2019
Orange, silver, and white balloons gave a festive look to the Dog Park entrance. Members of HSSNM, partnering with Uncaged Paws, and Coalition for Pets & People hosted tables at this fun event October 26th celebrating canines. The Coalition had an information booth with literature about area animal welfare groups. Rick Hahn, Coalition chairman, is pictured.
HSSNM president Frank Bryce and board member Jeff Murphey implanted micro-chips at a "Check the Chip" booth with Uncaged Paws team members. Frank and Jeff are pictured assisting a pet owner with two Dalmatians. About a dozen canines were served, with 6 micro-chips implanted and 6 updates done.
The large Aggies PAWS group, all NMSU students, walked and socialized shelter dogs available for adoption. One dog was adopted! And a couple other adoptions are pending ... Paws crossed!
Orange, silver, and white balloons gave a festive look to the Dog Park entrance. Members of HSSNM, partnering with Uncaged Paws, and Coalition for Pets & People hosted tables at this fun event October 26th celebrating canines. The Coalition had an information booth with literature about area animal welfare groups. Rick Hahn, Coalition chairman, is pictured.
HSSNM president Frank Bryce and board member Jeff Murphey implanted micro-chips at a "Check the Chip" booth with Uncaged Paws team members. Frank and Jeff are pictured assisting a pet owner with two Dalmatians. About a dozen canines were served, with 6 micro-chips implanted and 6 updates done.
The large Aggies PAWS group, all NMSU students, walked and socialized shelter dogs available for adoption. One dog was adopted! And a couple other adoptions are pending ... Paws crossed!
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Critter Connection Session @Boys & Girls Club -October 22, 2019
HSSNM invited little Mango with his mom Judy Walter, to be guests for a Critter Connection session October 22nd at the Boys & Girls Club. About 20 children attended the session. Special thanks to Judy for bringing adorable Mango, an amazing ambassador for animals like himself who are paralyzed and use wheel carts. Many thanks to Michelle Clark, Mango's auntie, who assisted Judy.
In appreciation of Mango's mission helping other animals secure expensive wheel carts so they have mobility, HSSNM donated $50 from the organization's Cans 4 Critters fund provided by contributors who donate aluminum cans to the fund.
To learn more about Mango's mission,please go to www.MangosFreedomWheels.com . Paws HIGH for Mango & family & friends!!
HSSNM invited little Mango with his mom Judy Walter, to be guests for a Critter Connection session October 22nd at the Boys & Girls Club. About 20 children attended the session. Special thanks to Judy for bringing adorable Mango, an amazing ambassador for animals like himself who are paralyzed and use wheel carts. Many thanks to Michelle Clark, Mango's auntie, who assisted Judy.
In appreciation of Mango's mission helping other animals secure expensive wheel carts so they have mobility, HSSNM donated $50 from the organization's Cans 4 Critters fund provided by contributors who donate aluminum cans to the fund.
To learn more about Mango's mission,please go to www.MangosFreedomWheels.com . Paws HIGH for Mango & family & friends!!
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"Check the Chip" Event @Buchman Insurance -October 21, 2019
Uncaged Paws held a "Check the Chip" event with HSSNM on October 21st at Buchman Insurance (1698 S. Telshor). The two hour event offered micro-chip implants at a bargain price of $5.00 and complimentary updates for pets with existing micro-chips needing their contact info updated. Four micro-chip implants were done along with one update.
Frank Bryce, HSSNM president, and Denise Beyer, Uncaged Paws volunteer, are pictured micro-chipping a dog. A pit bull mix, a spaniel, a poodle, and a puppy were dogs micro-chipped at the event. The next "Check the Chip" event will be on November 2nd from 8:30a.m.-1 p.m., held during the Farmers' Market, on south end of the downtown mall in front of New America School. For information call 575-523-8020
Uncaged Paws held a "Check the Chip" event with HSSNM on October 21st at Buchman Insurance (1698 S. Telshor). The two hour event offered micro-chip implants at a bargain price of $5.00 and complimentary updates for pets with existing micro-chips needing their contact info updated. Four micro-chip implants were done along with one update.
Frank Bryce, HSSNM president, and Denise Beyer, Uncaged Paws volunteer, are pictured micro-chipping a dog. A pit bull mix, a spaniel, a poodle, and a puppy were dogs micro-chipped at the event. The next "Check the Chip" event will be on November 2nd from 8:30a.m.-1 p.m., held during the Farmers' Market, on south end of the downtown mall in front of New America School. For information call 575-523-8020
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HSSNM "Happy Tails" Adoption Event @PetSmart - October 19, 2019
HSSNM held a "Happy Tails" adoption event with Luna's Fosters Rescue at PetSmart on Saturday, October 19th. We're thrilled to report that adorable Carmelo, a Pomeranian, was adopted to a loving family! One of Luna's foster dogs featured at the event was also adopted! Little pup Martha attracted a lot of interest and will likely be adopted soon. Monika Wyler, a HSSNM volunteer, & Frank Bryce, HSSNM president, are pictured with Carmelo & Martha.
For information about adoption, foster, or volunteering please call HSSNM at 575-523-8020.
HSSNM held a "Happy Tails" adoption event with Luna's Fosters Rescue at PetSmart on Saturday, October 19th. We're thrilled to report that adorable Carmelo, a Pomeranian, was adopted to a loving family! One of Luna's foster dogs featured at the event was also adopted! Little pup Martha attracted a lot of interest and will likely be adopted soon. Monika Wyler, a HSSNM volunteer, & Frank Bryce, HSSNM president, are pictured with Carmelo & Martha.
For information about adoption, foster, or volunteering please call HSSNM at 575-523-8020.
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Fur'ever Friends Session @Onate High School - October 2, 2019
Jean Gilbert, HSSNM board member and volunteer educator, tells students a story about a homeless dog. The Fur'ever Friends session took place October 2nd at Oñate High School in Mary Whittemore's special education class and included an art activity with students constructing a dog with waxed, bendable strings called Wiki Stixs. Students learned importance of identification tags and micro-chipping for pets and how to help a lost dog.
Jean Gilbert, HSSNM board member and volunteer educator, tells students a story about a homeless dog. The Fur'ever Friends session took place October 2nd at Oñate High School in Mary Whittemore's special education class and included an art activity with students constructing a dog with waxed, bendable strings called Wiki Stixs. Students learned importance of identification tags and micro-chipping for pets and how to help a lost dog.
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Critter Connection Session @Boys & Girls Club - September 26, 2019
Boys & Girls Club children were welcomed by adorable "Teddy", a Maltipoo, for their first Critter Connection session of the semester. Critter Connection,a program of HSSNM, has been ongoing since 2007 with the BGC and other groups.
Casey Jobling, the guardian of Teddy, shared information about the needs of small breed dogs and her expertise on pet care and owner responsibility. Casey is a member of the Humane Society of Southern NM and serves on the board of directors.
Boys & Girls Club children were welcomed by adorable "Teddy", a Maltipoo, for their first Critter Connection session of the semester. Critter Connection,a program of HSSNM, has been ongoing since 2007 with the BGC and other groups.
Casey Jobling, the guardian of Teddy, shared information about the needs of small breed dogs and her expertise on pet care and owner responsibility. Casey is a member of the Humane Society of Southern NM and serves on the board of directors.
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Women of Distinction Awards Luncheon @Farm & Ranch Museum - September 17, 2019
HSSNM board member Jean Gilbert was recognized at the “7th Annual Women of Distinction” awards luncheon”, hosted by the Girl Scouts of the Desert Southwest. The awards luncheon was held September 17th at the Farm & Ranch Museum. Jean was recognized for contributions to animal welfare spanning 35 years’ time in the community. Jean noted in acceptance comments she was honored to be recognized in the company of personal friends, HSSNM members and animal advocates as well as colleagues and public officials she’s worked with over the years.
Pictured (l-r) are the honorees Julia Brown, Kay Brilliant, Jean Gilbert, Ana Mangino, and Mary Lou Brown. Pictured with Jean is her escort Harley, a second grader at White Sands Elementary School. Jo Tice Bloom was recognized in memoriam.
HSSNM board member Jean Gilbert was recognized at the “7th Annual Women of Distinction” awards luncheon”, hosted by the Girl Scouts of the Desert Southwest. The awards luncheon was held September 17th at the Farm & Ranch Museum. Jean was recognized for contributions to animal welfare spanning 35 years’ time in the community. Jean noted in acceptance comments she was honored to be recognized in the company of personal friends, HSSNM members and animal advocates as well as colleagues and public officials she’s worked with over the years.
Pictured (l-r) are the honorees Julia Brown, Kay Brilliant, Jean Gilbert, Ana Mangino, and Mary Lou Brown. Pictured with Jean is her escort Harley, a second grader at White Sands Elementary School. Jo Tice Bloom was recognized in memoriam.
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"Check the Chip" Event @ Farmers' Market - September 7, 2019
Volunteers Jeff Murphey, Ann Robinson, Cathy Buchman, Gary Pigg, and Frank Bryce staff the “Check the Chip” booth on September 7th at Farmers’ Market on the downtown mall. Several pets were chipped at the event. Cathy Buchman, a volunteer with Uncaged Paws, models a “Saving Lives” t-shirt. Frank Bryce, president HSSNM, sits next to signage for the Check the Chip booth.
"Check the Chip" booths are held the first Saturday of the month from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. on the downtown mall in front of New America School on the south end of the mall. Micro-chips are implanted for the bargain price of $5.00. Registration updates for existing micro-chips are done complimentary.
Volunteers Jeff Murphey, Ann Robinson, Cathy Buchman, Gary Pigg, and Frank Bryce staff the “Check the Chip” booth on September 7th at Farmers’ Market on the downtown mall. Several pets were chipped at the event. Cathy Buchman, a volunteer with Uncaged Paws, models a “Saving Lives” t-shirt. Frank Bryce, president HSSNM, sits next to signage for the Check the Chip booth.
"Check the Chip" booths are held the first Saturday of the month from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. on the downtown mall in front of New America School on the south end of the mall. Micro-chips are implanted for the bargain price of $5.00. Registration updates for existing micro-chips are done complimentary.
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HSSNM Happy Tails Cat Adoption Event @ PetSmart - August 31, 2019
HSSNM held a cat adoption event on Saturday, August 31st. We're happy to report two young cats from our foster program found loving homes! Pictured are board members Frank Bryce & Jeff Murphey showing cats to a store customer. Another photo shows a couple looking at cats. A shy cat hides under a blanket at the start of the adoption event. In the last photo Jeff Murphey is pictured with a beautiful calico who is still seeking a furever home.
HSSNM held a cat adoption event on Saturday, August 31st. We're happy to report two young cats from our foster program found loving homes! Pictured are board members Frank Bryce & Jeff Murphey showing cats to a store customer. Another photo shows a couple looking at cats. A shy cat hides under a blanket at the start of the adoption event. In the last photo Jeff Murphey is pictured with a beautiful calico who is still seeking a furever home.
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"Check the Chip" @Buchman's Insurance - August 19, 2019
Uncaged Paws and HSSNM held a "Check the Chip" event August 19th. 8 micro-chips were implanted for 6 dogs and 2 cats. One update was done with owner's contact info made current on the chip. "Check the Chip" events are held the third Monday of every month, from 6-8 p.m. at Buchman's Insurance (1698 S.Telshor). Micro-chip implants are available for bargain price of $5. Free scanning and registration updates are offered.
Pictured below, top left: This dog gets ready to have a micro-chip implanted; top right: Frank Bryce, President HSSNM, implants micro-chip in a young cat; bottom left: Denise Beyer, Cathy Buchman, & Frank Bryce volunteer at the event; bottom right: Volunteers assist man (blue shirt) with dog.
Uncaged Paws and HSSNM held a "Check the Chip" event August 19th. 8 micro-chips were implanted for 6 dogs and 2 cats. One update was done with owner's contact info made current on the chip. "Check the Chip" events are held the third Monday of every month, from 6-8 p.m. at Buchman's Insurance (1698 S.Telshor). Micro-chip implants are available for bargain price of $5. Free scanning and registration updates are offered.
Pictured below, top left: This dog gets ready to have a micro-chip implanted; top right: Frank Bryce, President HSSNM, implants micro-chip in a young cat; bottom left: Denise Beyer, Cathy Buchman, & Frank Bryce volunteer at the event; bottom right: Volunteers assist man (blue shirt) with dog.
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HSSNM "Happy Tails" Pet Adoptions @PetSmart - August 10, 2019
HSSNM held a “Happy Tails” adoption event on Saturday, August 10th at PetSmart in Las Cruces with adoption partner Luna’s Pets, a rescue out of El Paso. HSSNM president Frank Bryce and board member Jeff Murphey, pictured with Goldie (at right), were instrumental in the adoption of this sweet, long time foster dog. Goldie was adopted at the event and is loving life now with a wonderful couple who have a spacious property where she can run and play. Goldie has come a long ways from a stray who was live-trapped in La Mesa to a fully socialized, happy and loving dog. Five dogs were adopted at the event!! Also pictured are a few of the happy pups from Luna's Fosters Rescue who found loving homes at the adoption event. We're so happy for these deserving canines! 
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Check the Chip Event @Buchman’s Insurance - July 15th, 2019
Uncaged Paws and HSSNM held "Check the Chip" at Buchman's Insurance July 15th. Ten dogs were serviced, 7 receiving micro-chips and 3 getting free registration updates. Check the Chip events at Buchman’s Insurance (1698 S. Telshor) are held the third Monday of the month from 6-8 p.m. with micro-chip implants available for only $5.
Volunteers are needed for Check the Chip with the mobile scanning program being expanded for neighborhoods. Contact us for info at 575-523-8020.
Pictured below: Frank Bryce & Denise Beyer update micro-chip registration for a chocolate Labrador pictured with owner. A Check the Chip customer arrives in a truck with his dogs for micro-chip implants.
Uncaged Paws and HSSNM held "Check the Chip" at Buchman's Insurance July 15th. Ten dogs were serviced, 7 receiving micro-chips and 3 getting free registration updates. Check the Chip events at Buchman’s Insurance (1698 S. Telshor) are held the third Monday of the month from 6-8 p.m. with micro-chip implants available for only $5.
Volunteers are needed for Check the Chip with the mobile scanning program being expanded for neighborhoods. Contact us for info at 575-523-8020.
Pictured below: Frank Bryce & Denise Beyer update micro-chip registration for a chocolate Labrador pictured with owner. A Check the Chip customer arrives in a truck with his dogs for micro-chip implants.
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HSSNM "Happy Tails" Pet Adoptions @PetSmart - July 13, 2019
HSSNM held a “Happy Tails” adoption event on Saturday, July 13th at PetSmart in Las Cruces with adoption partner Luna’s Pets, a rescue out of El Paso. HSSNM volunteers Jeff Murphey, Frank Bryce (president) and Monika Wyler showcased Goldie (pictured on-leash) and assisted with other dogs featured. Three dogs were adopted at the event!!
HSSNM held a “Happy Tails” adoption event on Saturday, July 13th at PetSmart in Las Cruces with adoption partner Luna’s Pets, a rescue out of El Paso. HSSNM volunteers Jeff Murphey, Frank Bryce (president) and Monika Wyler showcased Goldie (pictured on-leash) and assisted with other dogs featured. Three dogs were adopted at the event!!
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"Check the Chip" Booth @Farmer's Market - July 6th, 2019
Uncaged Paws/Tails From the Shelter and HSSNM held a "Check the Chip" booth on July 6th from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at Farmer's Market, on the south end of the mall near New America School. Over 30 dogs were serviced, and one cat, with the majority receiving micro-chip implants. Several animals only needed their registration information updated. All micro-chip implants were done at the bargain price of $5.00 and registration updates were provided complimentary.
Pictured below: Kelly Barker handles registration papers at the Check the Chip booth with volunteer Denise Beyer assisting; Kelly Barker is the director of Uncaged Paws; Frank Bryce, HSSNM president, assists with a cat (in carrier) for micro-chipping. Jeff Murphy, HSSNM board member, talks to costumers at the booth.
Uncaged Paws/Tails From the Shelter and HSSNM held a "Check the Chip" booth on July 6th from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at Farmer's Market, on the south end of the mall near New America School. Over 30 dogs were serviced, and one cat, with the majority receiving micro-chip implants. Several animals only needed their registration information updated. All micro-chip implants were done at the bargain price of $5.00 and registration updates were provided complimentary.
Pictured below: Kelly Barker handles registration papers at the Check the Chip booth with volunteer Denise Beyer assisting; Kelly Barker is the director of Uncaged Paws; Frank Bryce, HSSNM president, assists with a cat (in carrier) for micro-chipping. Jeff Murphy, HSSNM board member, talks to costumers at the booth.
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B.F.F. "Books for Fur'ever Friends" Session @Mesilla Community Center - Kids Summer Program - June 13th, 2019
HSSNM humane educator Jean Gilbert gave two 45-minute presentations for youth in the summer program at Mesilla Community Center on June 13th. By request, the sessions' emphasis was anti-chaining with stories "Buddy Unchained" and "A New Name for Worthless: A Hero is Born" presented. Demos with models and interactive time followed. The teacher received a packet of complimentary humane education material, including a copy of the book "Buddy Unchained."
HSSNM humane educator Jean Gilbert gave two 45-minute presentations for youth in the summer program at Mesilla Community Center on June 13th. By request, the sessions' emphasis was anti-chaining with stories "Buddy Unchained" and "A New Name for Worthless: A Hero is Born" presented. Demos with models and interactive time followed. The teacher received a packet of complimentary humane education material, including a copy of the book "Buddy Unchained."
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Check the Chip Event @Buchman’s Insurance - June 17th, 2019
Uncaged Paws/Tails From the Shelter and HSSNM held a "Check the Chip" booth at Buchman's Insurance on June 17th. Ten dogs were serviced, with nine receiving micro-chip implants and one with updated registration information. Check the Chip events at Buchman’s Insurance (1698 S. Telshor) are held third Monday of the month 6-8 p.m. with micro-chip implants available for $5. Free scanning and registration updates are offered.
Pictured below, left to right: Luna Bella was the first dog to arrive; a cute black pug was with 3 others to receive chips; Frank Byrce, HSSNM president, holds dog "Chip" who got chipped.
Uncaged Paws/Tails From the Shelter and HSSNM held a "Check the Chip" booth at Buchman's Insurance on June 17th. Ten dogs were serviced, with nine receiving micro-chip implants and one with updated registration information. Check the Chip events at Buchman’s Insurance (1698 S. Telshor) are held third Monday of the month 6-8 p.m. with micro-chip implants available for $5. Free scanning and registration updates are offered.
Pictured below, left to right: Luna Bella was the first dog to arrive; a cute black pug was with 3 others to receive chips; Frank Byrce, HSSNM president, holds dog "Chip" who got chipped.
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Feline Advocate Jackye Meinecke Presenter @Round Table - June 16th, 2019
Feline advocate Jackye Meinecke was the presenter on June 16th at the UUCLC "Round Table." Jackye is an articulate spokesperson, well versed on the topic of felines and ways we can increase save rates with more resources to programs helping Las Cruces and Dona Ana County become a No Kill community! Thanks to the Unitarian Church, HSSNM, and Coalition for Pets & People for organizing this event.
Pictured: Clint Thacker, director, Animal Services Center of Mesilla Valley; Jackye Meinecke with Ilene Steele, UUCLC member; Paul O'Connell, UUCLC member & Round Table coordinator; speaker Jackye Meinecke & Rick Hahn, chairperson, Coalition for Pets & People.
Feline advocate Jackye Meinecke was the presenter on June 16th at the UUCLC "Round Table." Jackye is an articulate spokesperson, well versed on the topic of felines and ways we can increase save rates with more resources to programs helping Las Cruces and Dona Ana County become a No Kill community! Thanks to the Unitarian Church, HSSNM, and Coalition for Pets & People for organizing this event.
Pictured: Clint Thacker, director, Animal Services Center of Mesilla Valley; Jackye Meinecke with Ilene Steele, UUCLC member; Paul O'Connell, UUCLC member & Round Table coordinator; speaker Jackye Meinecke & Rick Hahn, chairperson, Coalition for Pets & People.
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Check the Chip Booth @Las Cruces Dog Park - May 18th, 2019
HSSNM board members Jeff Murphey and Frank Bryce staffed a "Check the Chip" booth with Uncaged Paws/Tails From the Shelter volunteers. They implanted and registered over 30 micro-chips, with half done for free thanks to the "Lost 2 Found" program offered by Uncaged Paws for pets who are lost or found and bypass the animal shelter. The "Check the Chip" booth was part of a canine health and safety event hosted by the Las Cruces Dog Park Coalition and held at the dog park.
HSSNM board members Jeff Murphey and Frank Bryce staffed a "Check the Chip" booth with Uncaged Paws/Tails From the Shelter volunteers. They implanted and registered over 30 micro-chips, with half done for free thanks to the "Lost 2 Found" program offered by Uncaged Paws for pets who are lost or found and bypass the animal shelter. The "Check the Chip" booth was part of a canine health and safety event hosted by the Las Cruces Dog Park Coalition and held at the dog park.
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