Samantha Hoefler

Helping SICSA This Summer

By Samantha HoeflerAugust 04, 2020Comments Disabled

Summer creates unique challenges for nonprofits in general due to family vacations, changing work and school schedules, and a number of other factors. Due to COVID, we have an opportunity as a community to help in new and different ways. Here are some...

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Kitten Shower Recap

By Samantha HoeflerAugust 03, 2020Comments Disabled

On July 25th, we wrapped up our 2nd annual Kitten Shower! This event is held during Kitten Season, when we have an influx of kittens in our care, as well as with our Foster Volunteers until they are of age for adoption. At SICSA, we pride ourselves...

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Clear The Shelters 2020

By Samantha HoeflerAugust 03, 2020Comments Disabled

Here at SICSA, we are once again participating in Clear the Shelters, and this year will be the longest event yet. In past years, SICSA has joined in the nationwide pet adoption event by hosting a single-day adoption promotion. This year, however, Clear...

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Inside the Kennel: Mocha

By Samantha HoeflerJuly 21, 2020Comments Disabled

Sweet, smart, and playful; what more could you ask for? Mocha has all of these traits and more! Mocha first came to SICSA in February of this year. In March, she spent some time outside of SICSA on a slumber party, and a Paw Partner Overnight. She had...

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Cat-mas in July: Event Wrap Up

By Samantha HoeflerJuly 21, 2020Comments Disabled

Kitten season at SICSA has been thriving here at SICSA this year. Many of Kitty City’s recent residents have been under six months old, and a number of young kittens are also currently in foster care. On top of this, we have had a constant flow...

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Kitten Season at SICSA

By Samantha HoeflerJuly 17, 2020Comments Disabled

April showers make bring May flowers, but with summer heat comes new kittens to meet! Kitten season is in full swing again at SICSA. From foster care to Kitty City, we are up to our whiskers with kittens! While we love to see their adorable little faces,...

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Joining the SICSA Pack: Meet Dr. Molly Burke

By Samantha HoeflerJuly 14, 2020Comments Disabled

Earlier this year, SICSA began the search for a new veterinarian to add to our team. We are delighted to have found Dr. Molly Burke! Dr. Burke grew up in a south suburb of Chicago, Illinois. Later, she moved to Champaign-Urbana, IL where she received...

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From Shelter to Mom’s Shadow: Cinnamon’s Happy Tail

By Samantha HoeflerJuly 10, 2020Comments Disabled

Cinnamon joined us at SICSA in February just before Valentine’s Day. This sweetheart quickly won over the hearts of many staff members. Her unique face made many liken her appearance to that of a stuffed animal. While we expected her to be...

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DIY Pup-sicles with Pet Wants Dayton

By Samantha HoeflerJuly 07, 2020Comments Disabled

As we step into the heat of July, keeping our pups cool is a priority here at SICSA. Pup-sicles are a popular frozen treat for the dogs in our care, and our Pet Wants and Retail Program Manager, Michelle, taught us how you can make your own at home! Using...

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Lift Your Leg Gone Virtual: The Finish Line

By Samantha HoeflerJune 30, 2020Comments Disabled

On June 6th, we crossed the finish line on SICSA’s Lift Your Leg Gone Virtual! Given the curveball that is COVID-19, we had to seriously restructure our usual, in-person fun run and walk event. Rather than uniting SICSA supporters at one location...