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Furry Speed Dating at SICSA!

By Samantha HoeflerFebruary 01, 2023Comments Disabled

On Saturday February 11th, join us here at SICSA for Furry Speed Dating! Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, and with so many pets looking for loving homes, we have matchmaking on our minds! While we normally focus on long-term relationships between...

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Unique Ways to Get Involved With SICSA

By Samantha HoeflerJanuary 31, 2023Comments Disabled

When you think of volunteering with SICSA, you likely think of activities like walking dogs or cleaning cat kennels. While both of these are great ways to get involved, there are some unique ways to lend a paw with SICSA you may not have known about....

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SICSA Students Thrive at Summer Camps

By Kaitlin BecraftDecember 15, 2022Comments Disabled

In the month of July, SICSA’s Humane Education Summer Camps came to a close. From Humane Hero Summer Camp focusing on all things animal welfare, to Veterinary Adventure Camp centering on veterinary medicine, each week campers covered new and exciting...

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Friends of SICSA Go Above & Beyond

By Kaitlin BecraftDecember 15, 2022Comments Disabled

Year after year, Friends of SICSA go above and beyond for pets in need. The group of artisan volunteers who raise annual funding for SICSA with their handmade goods had their best year ever in 2022! From crafting pet toys, to hosting our holiday bazaar,...

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Foster to Family: Felicia’s Happy Tail

By Kaitlin BecraftNovember 21, 2022Comments Disabled

Written by Sucheta Sachdeva Edited by Kaitlin Becraft We lost our first pet (a Siamese cat) in August 2020. We were heartbroken and desperately wanted to have another animal in the house. After completing some trainings at SICSA Pet Adoption and Wellness...

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Safe Pets Success: Diamond and Isaiah

By Kaitlin BecraftNovember 07, 2022Comments Disabled

A case manager from South Community, Inc. reached out to SICSA Pet Adoption & Wellness Center when her client, Isaiah, was experiencing housing instability. Isaiah, a devoted owner to his dog Diamond, would not consider surrendering his beloved pet....

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Guardian Angel Stories: A Fighting Chance for Scuba Steve

By Kaitlin BecraftOctober 19, 2022Comments Disabled

When Scuba Steve first arrived at SICSA, the only concerns staff had were with his teeth and matted fur. He was clearly in need of a cleaning and multiple dental extractions, and his fur would have to be shaved. Though the extractions and grooming went...

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Guardian Angels Saved Jill’s Life

By Kaitlin BecraftOctober 17, 2022Comments Disabled

When a five month old puppy found herself at death’s doorstep, people like you saved her life. Jill first arrived at SICSA from another shelter in early September. She appeared to be a healthy pup with a bubbly personality. It’s no wonder the staff...

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Helping Hounds Find New Homes

By Kaitlin BecraftOctober 12, 2022Comments Disabled

“When the recent call came in to help 11 hound dogs whose owner had been incarcerated, we knew we had to get involved,” said Jessie Sullivan, Director of Adoptions and Alternative Services at SICSA Pet Adoption and Wellness Center (SICSA). With the...

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Tour de Gem: Thank You Ruff Riders!

By Kaitlin BecraftOctober 11, 2022Comments Disabled

The SICSA Ruff Riders went the extra mile for pets in need during the 2022 Tour de Gem charity ride. Team members Jack Hudson, Don Shepherd, Gerald Krach, Jerry Minnich, John Love, Harry Garrett, and Neal Davis collectively biked over 200 miles. Through...