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515 Albert Street East,
Sault Ste. Marie ON P6A 2K3
Phone (705) 575-7030
Email: theanimalassistancegroup@hotmail.com
Site updated May 16, 2012
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LOST CAT: Winter has been missing since May 5, 2012 from the Bruce St. hill area (top). The photo is a lookalike. We recently moved from Wemyss St. area and I have been checking back to see if he may have returned to that area. Winter is a 4 yr old neutered male and not not declawed. He was originally a stray for 4-6 months as a kitten, so he is street smart and a good hunter. I am very worried and am missing him very much. He has been spotted a couple times in the area around the bottom of Bruce St. hill (Dufferin), or at least people think it was him. I have been wandering the streets every night since he got out calling him, but have not been able to locate him. I can be reached at 705-575-1541 or by e-mail jparr2004@hotmail.com. Thank you very much, Jamie Parr
Tabu and Munchkin Need a New Home: Due to illness causing temporary family relocation to another city, Tabu and Munchkin must find new homes. Tabu is about 5 or 6 yrs old, a spayed black female. Munchkin is her neutered son, and he will be 3 yrs old in September. These two are very well cared for and are very loving and affectionate….very laid-back. Munchkin is the more timid of the two, neither are aggressive and they are good around kids. They need homes as soon as possible. Contact 705-257-6459.
Upcoming Raffle – July 30, 2012 TAAG wants to thank all the volunteers, business and especially all the generous public who made our Silent Auction and Rummage sale a success. Thanks to everyone’s generosity, whether volunteering, donating, or purchasing, TAAG is able to ontinue to take care of the animals currently in our care.
Buy a PAW – Help a PET: Pet Valu stores across Ontario are helping to raise awareness and raise donations to help rescues across the province! Their goal is to raise $300,000 to be donated to local pet charities. You can find Pet Valu at two locations in Sault Ste Marie – link here for the addresses. While you are in Pet Valu, visit the adoptable TAAG cats and kittens waiting for homes.
Every donation, big or small makes a difference. We appreciate all support from individuals and business, enabling us to fulfill our Mission. Check out ideas by linking to the page of Donation Information.
The Animal Assistance Group is a non-profit organization that relies on volunteers, fundraising and donations to carry out its work. We are a Registered Charity – Official Receipts are issued for Donations over $10 for Income Tax Purposes.
ABOUT US
Under a strict low kill policy, The Animal Assistance Group’s mission is to rescue and provide veterinary and foster care to abandoned, sick, injured, or unwanted pets. Our goals include placing pets in permanent loving homes and helping to control the pet population by offering discounted spay and neuter services to those who qualify. This reduces the number of unwanted pets and enables more people to have the opportunity to welcome a pet into their home.
The Animal Assistance Group was founded 26 years ago by a group of five incredible women. For many years, close friends, Marg McCree, Gladys Bennett, Betty Breed, Eleanor Dunn and Christa Dilanzo, worked tirelessly to find alternatives to the high cost of spay and neuter services. Their work and dedication will not go unrecognized, as today we strive to follow in their footsteps, to continue their work, and improve on an organization that was founded on love and caring for animals in need. Up until June 26, 2010, Christa Dilanzo of the original five, worked together with Cheryl Alberta, Elaine Martel, and Brenda Wright, only to mention a few of our dedicated members and wonderful volunteers, The Animal Assistance Group continues to help people and their pets in our community.
Christa Dilanzo, the last standing member of the original five founding members of The Animal Assistance Group sadly passed away Saturday June 26, 2010. Christa was a tireless, compassionate and true champion for homeless animals for many years. Christa was best friend and constant companion to Cheryl, the President of the group and to many who knew her. She will be sadly missed by many
Board of Directors
President – Cheryl Alberta
Treasurer – Fay Fowler
Secretary – Lynne King
NON Board Members Committee Heads
Brenda Wright - Bookkeeper
Sam Dicaire - Shelter Manager/Volunteer Coordinator
Kelly Godson and Cindy Godson - Fundraising Co-ordinators
Karen Johns – Media Liason
Joy Davidson – Groomer and TAAG President Assistant
Joy Davidson and Kirby Wood - Maintanence Co-ordinators
Bill O’Dell - Maintenance Assistant
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