P.O.

Box 21022
St. Catharines, Ontario L2M 7X2

Newsletter 31 Years Of Caring For Animals In The Niagara Region March 2011

President
Anthony Savoia

Vice-President
Denise Gilby

Treasurer
Betty Ralph

Secretary
Margaret Pinder

Directors
Lesley McGlenister Home Hardware, Grantham Plaza, has generously agreed to donate
Tammy Theoret all the proceeds from their popcorn machine to the Society. Above
Brian Smale AAS Secretary, Margaret Pinder, accepts the first donation from
Carol Sheremetta Terry at Home Hardware.

Meetings
2nd. Wed. of each month
Sept. to June @ 7:15 pm
St. Catharines Downtown Library
Bankers Room

Pager Phone
905-322-6429

Website TBA

Newsletter
Rose Furness
(email: r.furness@sympatico.ca)

Johanna Tito
(email: jtito1@cogeco.ca)
Tax receipts issued for $10.00 or more
Registered Charity No. 118787209 R0001
Betty Ralph was elected Treasurer at our recent executive elec-
tions. Betty has been with the Society for almost 4 years. Before
this, Betty was a Director of the Society.
FOOD, SHELTER, HEALTH CARE, ADOPTIONS --these
are just some of the things the Society can do through your gener-
ous financial contributions. Please help us to continue our work.
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PLEASED TO MEET YOU!
submitted by Johanna Tito
Thinking about acquiring a feline
friend for your cat? We used to
think of cats as solitary animals.
Today, however, we realize that cats are social
creatures, many of whom enjoy and even need the
company of their own kind.
With a proper introduction most cats will accept a feline
newcomer. The worst thing one can do is throw them
together. When it comes to introducing cats to each other
the golden rule is: slow and steady wins the race. The
key is to gradually turn the stranger into a familiar and
non-threatening friend by acquainting the cats with each
other one sense at a time: smell, sight, touch.
At first keep the cats separated by providing the newcomer
with a room of her own, a “safe room,” containing the
new cat’s litter box, food and water bowls as well as her
own little bed (something as simple as a box or basket
with a thick towel in it will do), toys and scratch post.
This way, before anything else, the two can become
acquainted with each other’s scent. The sense of smell is
very important to cats—much more so than for humans.
It’s a key way by which they explore their environment
and scent is a primary way of communicating with each
other. The resident cat and the newcomer will sniff each
other under the door. Initially there may be hissing, spitting
and even growling. But this should gradually subside.
After a few days you might have the cats switch places
for, say, 10 minutes. Let the resident cat occupy the safe
room while the newcomer explores the house. Then
switch them back.
Once they become used to each other’s scent—how long
this takes varies from cat to cat—it is time to let the cats
see each other. Open the door a crack just enough to let
them peek at each other and perhaps sniff each other’s
noses briefly without them being able to touch each other.
Again, how many times you must do this before a comfort
level is reached varies with each cat. Initial touching
each other often starts with the cats playing footsies under
the door.
Once it is obvious that the cats are becoming more
comfortable with each other, it is time for short sessions
of interaction. This should be closely supervised and
should involve play and treats. Have an interactive toy
with which you can play with both cats at once and offer
treats so that being in each other’s company becomes
associated with pleasure. Should there be growling or
hissing, stay calm. Speak in a gentle voice, reassuring
the cats. Often they will take their cue from your
reactions as well. At all costs try to avoid a fight
because once a fight occurs the negative behaviours
towards each other tend to become ingrained. Should
a fight break out do not attempt to break it up with
your hands: use a pillow or squirt bottle instead to
separate the two. In fact, it is wise to have these on
hand once you start the interactive sessions, just in case.
Depending on how the cats react , gradually you can
make the interactive sessions longer. Do not leave
them together unsupervised until you are sure they are
getting along well. Keep the safe room as long as
needed. How long each step of the introduction takes
depends on the cats. Sometimes it takes days;
sometimes weeks. The key is to be patient: proceed
slowly, and stay calm.
Further reading:
http://www.ehow.com/how_2072459_introduce-cats-
each-other.html
http://cats.about.com/cs/catmanagement101/a/
introducecats.htm
WE WANT TO
GO HOME!
We have been patiently
waiting to go home. We
are one year old,
healthy, beautiful, and
ready to be adopted.
Contact Johanna
Sweet Pea (905) 892-4987
Portia
Winnie
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IN MEMORIAM
Expressions of sympathy were received for Lois Anderson:

Upcoming Events Shelley Waite, Jake, Joan, Jim, Bill & Rick Warkentin, Patrick
Feor, John & Angela Read, Joan Olley, Lois & George
Armstrong, June & Lanny James, Joan Greenhill & Douglas
Hummell, Rudolph & Pauline Young, the 28th Kagyu
Easter in the Mall Monlam, “A symbolic gesture of life release.”
Date: April 13, 14, 15 & 16
In loving memory of Roy Holman: Don & Elizabeth Holman,
Time: During mall hours
Jim Holman,Tom & Susan Lucas, Shirley Lenart, John &
Place: Fairview Mall, Geneval Street Charlene Gill, Cobblestone Gardens, Barbara Vale, Dave &
(in front of Zehrs) Dolly Paunder, Terry Bryan, JoAnne Lynagh, Michael &
•vegan baking Kathy Ugulini, Helen Paulin, Janet Stratton, Sonia Garriock,
•gifts & toys for Easter Carol Birchale, Diane Grassie, Dorothy Wood, Jim & Claudia
•jewellery Sendzik, Betty Reauley, Tom Capone, Bonnie MacDonald
and Ruth Nowe.
•cat & dog blankets
•dog scarves & coats Dorothy Davidson in loving memory of husband Fred.
•cat & dog gift packages “You are gone from me but in my memory we will always be
and much more! together.”

David and Jane Roy, “expressions of sympathy for Steven

Bazaar & Silent Auction Brodie.”
Date: Saturday, April 30th
Greeba-Ann Birch in loving memory of son Paul and his
Time: 9 am to 3 pm
loving cat Fatty.
Place: Ukrainian Black Sea Hall
Welland Avenue, St. Catharines Dave Surgeoner in loving memory of wife Vivian.

Baking, Rummage, White Elephant Table, Crafts, Gently Adrienne Styles in loving memory of Jesse.
Used Clothing, Luncheon, Raffle Tickets, Surprise Ven-
dors and of course over 150 items to bid on. Elaine Remigio in loving memory of Sherman, “our 14 year
old Standard Schnauzer - our faithful companion.”

Giant Used Book Sale Diane White in loving memory of “all my beloved pets: my
dog Pebbles & all my cats (9).”
Date: Sunday May 29 to Sunday June 5
Time: Mall hours Judith and Albert Wright in loving memory of Mary Irene
Place: Fairview Mall Swan.
Geneva Street, St. Catharines
(in front of Zehrs) Jacqueline Hollesen in loving memory of “all the furry
companions who have enriched our lives through the years.

Spring Raffle Tickets Konik Family in loving memory of a dear friend, Vince Hearn.

1st prize: $300.00 Cash Judith Murphy in loving memory of BJ.

2nd prize: $100.00 Canadian Tire Gift Card
3rd prize: $100.00 Visa Gift Card Ethlyn Mutch in loving memory of her aunt. “She loved her
dogs and I know this is a program she would approve of.”
When you sell or purchase a raffle ticket you are support-
ing the Society.

PURRS & HEADBUTTS to the Niagara Vegan Baking Malitia for their generous supply of vegan baked goods
at our Christmas in the Mall Event. We look forward to the NVBM supplying vegan baking at our upcoming Easter
in the Mall Event.
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DONATIONS, MEMBERSHIPS, IN MEMORIAMS, ETC.

The AAS is a 100% volunteer group. All monies collected go directly towards benefiting animals in the Niagara Region.
Your financial assistance is appreciated in helping the Society to continue its work in the community.

Donation:
Name:_______________________________________________________
$200.00  $100.00 
Address: ____________________________________________________
$50.00  Other 
_____________________________________Postal Code: _____ _____
Membership 
Phone: 905:____________________ email:______________________
Membership (Jan. to Dec.)
Adult Membership $15.00
In Memoriam: Family Membership $25.00

I prefer to be a Silent Member 

In Memoriam 
Congratulatory Message: (human or animal)

Congratulatory Message 
Your Support Saves Animals

VOLUNTEERS AAS ADOPTIONS

Volunteers are needed. Everyone has a unique skill The Society found homes for a
or talent. Please consider sharing yours with the AAS. total of 215 animals in 2010.
Contact our phone line at 905-322-6429. These adoptions consisted mainly
of cats/kittens a few rabbits and
CHRISTMAS RAFFLE WINNERS one guinea pig. Thank you to
1st prize Their Martel Verna, Lucy, their helpers and all
2nd prize Heather Gordon those who adopt out. Also thank
3rd prize Marilyn Kerrigan you to all who foster.

WISH LIST
2010 WALKATHON WINNERS We are looking for new children’s
1st prize Sue Velkers - raised $300.00 books--infant to age 9. These will be
2nd prize Eleanor Fruere - raised $275.00 sold along with a plush toy at our
3rd prize Betty Howlett - raised $215.00 fundraising events at Fairview Mall.
Also gently used sheets, towels and
POP CANS, CANADIAN TIRE MONEY & blankets would be greatly appreciated.
If you can help contact Rose at 905-
ZERHS GROCERY TAPES
688-2887.
Call Wayne 905-380-5213 for pickup of your pop cans.
For grocery tapes & Canadian Tire money call Rose at THANK YOU
905-688-2887 Thank you to the Montana Family for their generous do-
nation. “We appreciate AAS’ help and hope this dona-
Baked Goods for all our upcoming events are greatly tion in Fat Boy’s name will help other animals in need.
appreciated. Please call Rose at 905-688-2887. Please remember the animals that are not loved.”
Thank you for being a proud sponsor of the Animal Assistance Society