Upcoming
Events: Click on link to check out the news!
HELP! Our two riding
lawnmowers have quit! It is almost impossible to mow the 5 acres by
hand. Anyone that can donate a riding lawnmower should contact
the shelter, we can pickup!
Call 440-322-4321 for Sue or Gary.
THANK YOU!
Now that you have adopted a
great new pet, visit this fun web site,
www.giveabowl.com
In three easy steps you can get a
valuable Purina* brand pet food coupon. The site will help you
determine the best food choice for your new pet. You can instantly print out a
high-value coupon for any Purina* pet food. Use your coupon
promptly, because you will help homeless animals at the APL receive
Purina food, too. When each of our adopters use their
coupon, we'll receive $1.00 worth Purina* brand pet food coupons.
"Kick Up Your Paws for the
Cause Auction" - an
online auction opens May 21, 2008 at 8:00 a.m. close June 2, 2008 at
midnight.
Should you own a business and wish
to donate an item of value to the auction, you may do so by clicking
on the link below and following the instructions. You can
upload photos, details and your business information, or call Sue
Heys at 440-322-4321 to schedule your donation prior to May 20th.
Saturday, May 31 - 10:00 a.m.
to 5 p.m. "Kick Up Your Paws for the Cause Festival"
at the APL. We are pleased to announce
that self-published author Holly McCain of Lorain County will be on
hand selling her book of puppy poetry. She has graciously
offered to donate 20% of sales to the APL. Visit her web site
at:
http://www.hollyshadowtripod.com
WOBL 1320 AM will hold a radio
remote during the event. Area rescues included so far:
Partners with Paws, Saint Francis Animal Sanctuary Inc.,
Lighthouse Boxer Rescue, Oasis Animal Shelter, Fido's Companion
Rescue Inc., Erie Shores Humane Society and Team Greyhound.
Vendors who will have
representatives at the event to answer questions and display
products for your pet include: Invisible Fence,
Pampered Pooch Pastries, JeddersPetters Pet Sitting/Dog Walking
Service, Mobile Mutts Grooming Van, Becky's Photography of Elyria
will have information available with photos on display.
Saturday, June 7 - Swap Meet
at On & Off Road 4 Wheel Drive, 44167 U.S. Hwy 20, Oberlin, OH
hosted by Erie Shores Jeeps & 4 x 4s, details to follow.
Saturday, June 14 - "A New Deal
for the Animals Texas Hold'em" Father's Day Weekend Festival-
$50.00 buy-in with 100% payout, one $40.00
re-buy and one $40.00 add-on.
Register prior to May 31 by cash or check at the
shelter and receive an additional 1000 poker chips.
Location at VFW, Lear Nagle Road, North
Ridgeville. Dealers and volunteers with
prior experience needed. Call shelter 440-322-4321 to help us
help the animals!
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Hold'em Tournament Flyer.pdf
Sunday, July 6 -
Vermilion-On-the-Lake, Vermilion from Nashville - Bluegrass Show and
Auction, 3 P.M. to 7 P.M. If you have a new or collectible item
valued at $100 or more, please bring to the show to donate for this
fundraising auction to benefit the APL.
Tuesday, July 22 -
Lake Erie Harley-Davidson, Avon, Harley-Davidson
Traveling Museum, 6 P.M. featuring
Colin Dussault Blues Project See
http://www.lakeerieharley.com for details
Sunday, July 27 - "Dog Gone
Poker Run" - Cars as well as motorcycles are welcome.
Pledge sheets available here by clicking on link:
Dog Gone Poker Run
2008.pdf or at the APL and Lake Erie Harley-Davidson.
August 1 & 2 DogGone Camp Out
at Findley State Park web page
http://findleystatepark.org
Dog Gone
Campout - August 1 & 2, - If your family camps
with a four-legged friend this is the weekend to do it. Games,
crafts and demonstrations geared to dogs. Help the homeless
pets of Lorain County! Bring a bag of pet food and you will be
entered to win prizes. Should be a pawsitively good
time. Regular camping fees apply, call 440-647-5749 for more
information. Saturday, August 2nd "Kick Up Your Paws for the
Cause" Dog Walk at 8 a.m. Come walk through the lovely trails
at Findley State Park and help the animals at the APL.
Pre-registration $10.00 per person, $15.00 per family. Day of
walk registration $15.00 per person, $20.00 per family.
ATTENTION! LOW COST VACCINATION CLINIC 1 PM to
3 PM Next date is
Saturday, May 10, 2008 at Friendship APL. No
appointment necessary.
Dogs must be on leash, cats in carriers.
Mr_kitty_flyer.pdf
Click on link for flyer with pricing packages.
Dog Obedience Classes are held on Sunday 11
am; 12 noon & 1 pm at the APL
For any dog adopted through the APL or from any
rescue receive a discount
Certified Instructor - Proceeds benefit the APL
Call 440-322-4321 ask for Raul.
Click on
link for Raul's Brochure:
Friendship Animal Protective League
VOLUNTEER
ORIENTATION - Saturday, May 10 &
May 24 at 10 AM at
Friendship APL, 8303 Murray Ridge Road, Elyria.
Gift Shop open 11 am - 4:30 pm Monday through
Saturday,
11 am - 2:30 pm Sunday - LOTS OF NEW ITEMS!
Get your t-shirt, sweats, mug, fleece jackets, golf
towels, golf
balls or "It's Raining Cats & Dogs- Spay or Neuter" Umbrella.
We
also carry dog crates, leashes, collars, bowls and
some really cute
Ohio State Buckeyes and Cleveland Indians "doggie
raingear".
GRATEFUL
DOG BAKERY is doing it again!
Wednesday will see benefits for
"Rescue Organizations" 11 am to 7 pm
Beginning the 4th Wednesday of May,
Nancy Winrod will donate 10% of Grateful Dog Bakery
sales to benefit the Friendship APL.
This will continue every 4th Wednesday until further notice.
Stop in 31966 Center Ridge Road,
North Ridgeville for some great treats! Visit the site at:
www.gratefuldogbakery.com
for details.
Memorial Bricks are on sale every day at the APL.
Remember your beloved pet or family member with a
memorial brick.
Click here for form:
Brick Memorial
