As the weather grows colder and the holidays near, we are thankful for the warmth that our families and communities can provide. We are especially thankful to hear from our generous community of supporters at this time of year. WHS alumni families often update us on their pets’ successes, challenges and everything in between.
We recently heard from one such alumna, Denise Albanese, who made a contribution to WHS in honor of her sweet dog, Jazzy, a Shepherd/Border Collie/Husky mix whom she adopted from WHS in 1995:
She put her paws on my shoulder, covered me with kisses and dog hair, and I was a goner. Despite having severe allergies all her life, she lived for 16-plus years thanks in large part to a wonderful vet…She was the best best best dog, just like all dogs: crazy-smart, stubborn, loving and possessed of a durable sense of fun. Soon I'll be ready for another and I'll rescue another dear girl. No matter where she is from, WHS will always have my gratitude for bringing me and my sweet Jazzy together.
We hope the holiday season inspires more DC area families to open their hearts and homes to deserving animals looking for their second chance at happiness so that they may experience what Denise shared with Jazzy and what so many in our WHS community enjoy each and every day.
To make this month a little merrier, we are celebrating Hope for the Holidays through the end of the year. WHS is inviting the public to participate in numerous events and activities to support DC’s homeless animals over the season. Adoption fees on all WHS animals are discounted by 50 percent, and in addition, we hope our community will join us to:
* Visit WHS shelters for a special Hope for the Holidays event this Saturday, December 17; bring a donation, meet adoptable animals and enjoy holiday décor, music and treats;
* Enjoy Holiday Photos with your Pet at venues across the region, and make a donation to the WHS Toy & Treat Drive at each event to help shelter pets in need. (A Wish List is available on the WHS website);
* Shop WHS for stocking stuffers and gifts;
* Bring a donated item to any WHS facility; or
* Sponsor a homeless animal at the Washington Humane Society.
The holidays present a special opportunity for our community to support the countless animals who go without the comforts of family and home each year. We thank you for caring about DC’s animals and we hope you will join us – along with your own families and communities – in celebrating Hope for the Holidays this year. To learn more, please visit www.washhumane.org/hope.
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