Stray Thoughts Fall 2019
Toby & Black Cherry, Continued
3. Cats with FIV can live very long, perfectly
comfortable lives. of environmental exposure to infectious diseases (for
example, raw food diets should be avoided).
4. FIV is not a death sentence. Cats with FIV can live
a long healthy life but they do require some special
considerations. FIV-positive cats should see a vet
twice a year for a physical exam and some lab work.
Whenever they’re feeling poorly, FIV-positive cats should
receive immediate care. FIV-positive cats should be
spayed or neutered, live indoors only and steer clear What a shame that no one ever looks at them for adoption
because of the stigma they carry like a scarlet letter: FIV+.
They would make a wonderful pair for someone wanting
friendly, fun companions. It’s 2019! Time to get over it and
stop missing out on some of the nicest cats! Changing
their lives will certainly change yours and you will never
regret the decision!
WSHS Wish List
West Suburban Humane Society
• Paper Towels
• Laundry Detergent
• Bleach
• Anti-bacterial hand soap
• Dish washing liquid
• Food (our animals are on a specific diet: so that
we don’t upset their digestive system, we must be
specific) Purina One Smartblend Lamb and Rice
dog and puppy formulas and Purina One cat and
kitten formulas. Any canned cat, dog, kitten and
puppy food is fine.
• KMR (kitten milk replacement), small baby bottles
and nipples
• Dog and cat toys (washable and indestructible!)
• Cat litter
• Stamps (to be used for postage)
• Garbage bags (13 & 30 gallon sizes)
• 6" paper plates
• Stretch and Scratch Pads (stretchandscratch.com)
• Lint Traps
• Volunteers!
• Monetary donations are always appreciated!
Board Members:
Jennifer Bahlmann, President
Ruth Cloonan, Vice President
Christian Ambler,
Recording Secretary
Cathy Pesavento,
Controller/Treasurer
Jessica Audette, Director
Dr. Tim Brandes, Director
Dexter Evans, Director
Jim Ingold, Director
Janine Komornick, Director
Brian Liedtke, Director
Scott McMillin, Director
Debi Rummage, Director
Mark Stromberg, Director
Diana Tsai, Director
WSHS Staff:
Executive Director: Carolyn Mossberger (Ext. 25)
Animal Care Manager: Sarah Stromberg (Ext. 23)
Night and Weekend Managers: Nanette Delaney,
Carol Thygesen, Jill Clavet
Animal Care Assistants: Lexi Vitale and Paremi Upadhyaya
Adoption Desk Manager: Catherine VanGemmeren (Ext. 10)
Volunteer Coordinator: Heidi Janss (Ext. 45)
Events Coordinator: Jill Clavet
Humane Education Managers: Carol Thygesen and
Roberta Diehl (Ext. 24)
Ways to Give
WSHS can accept cash, check, and credit card donations. Copy and paste this link in your
browser: www.wshs-dg.org/online-donation-form
This will take you directly to our online donation page. You can choose to make a one-time gift
or you can set up a monthly donation.
To give a donation in check form, make checks payable to the West Suburban Humane Society
and mail it to: West Suburban Humane Society, 1901 Ogden Avenue Downers Grove, IL 60515
We will send a confirmation of your gift that can be used when filing your taxes.
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