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as B18 - PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, Oct. 18, 1994 "Scugog's Community Newspaper of Choice" cugog couple upset over growing problem Cartwright Minor Ball annual meeting tonight in Blackstock The annual meeting for Cart- of abandoned By JEFF MITCHELL Port Perry Star . he 5° ST A Scugog couple say they're becoming increasingly ju distressed over what they see as a growing number of dogs and cats being abandoned in the area. Louise Kell and Dan " Brown, who've lived on Fowler Line in the southeast corner of the township for five years, have recently taken in a stray J dog which they're sure was [##g abandoned. The lively little [## terrier is just one of the pets M they've found and given a home over the years. "Neither Dan or I can stand to see a dog or cat out in the cold without food," said Louise, scratching the ears of Pudge, the most recent arrival at her home. "I just get really mad." o Sitting a few metres away ¥¥ is Chewy, a lovely German shepherd who's about six k years old now. He too was abandoned in the area. Dan was working on the = | roof of the old barn at their farm property five years ago when he saw a van pull to the side of Fowler Line. A man got out, opened the doors, and a short time later closed them and drove off. Within days, Chewy was hanging around their house, look- 3 ing for food. Can't stand "and hes turned out to be a beautiful dog," to See a said Louise. The same is dog or cat fue with Pudge, . who the couple fig- out In the ure is an American Staffordshire terri- er, likely a little cold over a year old. : She's friendly and without energetic, spend- ing an hour relen- food. tlessly dropping a piece of wood at a visitor's feet, then tearing off to fetch it after it's thrown. When she takes a break --which is infrequently -- she pushes her blunt head for- ward for a scratch behind the ears. "I did everything possible to see if she did have owners who were concerned about her whereabouts," said Louise. She checked the papers for ads, and called local pounds and Humane Society branches. But no one was looking for the little dog. Members of the are, from left, Front left, Dave Dalton and Allynne Jones. * : CI" 2 i a 3 ¥ Ea a p i & 3 a ® gbe ; 1. ey Fem <n TY NN Lal executive committee elected back Ken Reinhardt and Dave McTaggart. or 1995 reclaimed, and in June, 68 were taken in and 17 picked up by their owners. There's not a lot of variation for the other months in 1994, although some were better than others. Louise said she can understand how people can get a dog or cat with the best of intentions, then become overwhelmed by the commitment having a pet actually involves. She advises anyone thinking of getting a family dog to carefully consider it before bring- ing a pup home. "If you're thinking . about getting a dog; Consider especially around Christmas time... think Cal' efully about the size, and the space you have for that befo re dog. Think about the time you have to spend on that dog. ' e same goes for cats, too." : Pp up she urges people who wish to rid them- HOME! selves of their pets to not just abandon them somewhere in the country. "Put an ad in the paper, and chances are you'll find a home for it." bringing a Honeydale W.Il. news "Members visit cranberry marsh wright Minor Ball will be held on Oct. 18, 1994, 7:30 p.m. at the Recreation Centre in Black- stock. This meeting is especial- ly important as the current ex- ecutive has drafted some amendments to the constitution which must be discussed and voted on. The meeting is open to interested parents or minor ball supporters from the surround- ing area. The current executive will be presenting reports on the past year, and the floor will be open for discussion. Following these reports, discussion and voting on the proposed changes to the constitution will take place. The election of the new executive will follow. Those interested in running for a seat are encour- aged to arrange for nominators in advance, and if someone can- not attend the meeting, they may still be nominated and stand for office if written confir- mation is available at the meet- ing. You are encouraged to attend this meeting as itis your ball as- sociation. So mark this date on your calendar and make plans to attend. aE BUSINESS DIRECTORY LAVA I BR I 4 od SECT Design - Install - Repair - Pumps J&A SERVICES (905) 985-2673 CLARENCE WILLCOCK WELDING Shop & Mobile * Fab. & Repairs Phone 985-2589 SCUGOG APPLIANCE REPAIR REFRIGERATION New & Used Parts For The Handyman New & Used Appliances For Sale BUY - SELL - TRADE call 986-5312 Anytime Tom Vanderende TARTAN UPHOLSTERY COME VISIT OUR SHOWROOM * Sklar-Peppler Dealer * Quality Fabrics * Replacement Foam * Repairs * FREE ESTIMATES * OVER 25 YRS. EXP. PLCOVER OR BAY NEW PROPRIETOR: DAVE WALKER PORT 985-4357 PERRY 60 VANEDWARD DR., UNIT 8 SERVING THE PORT PERRY-BLACKSTOCK AREA coal RILEY'S SERVICES owned & operated by 853063 Ont. Ltd. Trucking (flatbed) * Crane Truck MISCELLANEOUS SERVICES ] GINTER | - WELDING | Shop & Mobile Fab & Repairs 985-8180 | REESOR WEED CONTROL Specializing in: Govemment RS «WEED CONTROL PORT PERRY * CHINZ BUG 985-3383 BROCKWOOD LANDSCAPE DESIGN/BUILD * Unique Garden Designs e Custom Decks, Porches & Patios SUNDERLAND (705) 357-1660 PLEASE RECYCLE by Linda Newcomb, P.R.O. The meeting of the Honey- dale W.I. was held on Oct. 6 with 20 members in atten- dance. President Elsie Pogue called the meeting to order with the Opening Ode and the Institute Creed. Elsie also read a poem "Fallen Leaves". Secretary Jean Carnoham read the roll call. Each member was asked to name a way progress has changed the fami- ly farm. Jean read the minutes of the last meeting and also all incoming mail. We welcomed our treasurer Mary Vanham back after herill- ness and wish her good health from here on. She read the treasurer's report. Elsie announced the passing of one of our past presidents Elva Thompson, 91 years of age. Our deepest sympathy to the family. We welcomed back a past member, Kay Wilson. The Motto was the peace of the world depends on food: Con- venor Helen Thomson read an article "Canadian farmers rais- ing emu as a new venture". Committee: Nellie Notenboom read "Ontario farmers raising peanuts" and Hazel Wallace read a poem Plight of a Farmer. A contest was then given on weeds. Clara Warren's arranged trip to Bala Cranberry Marsh Fri- day, Oct. 7 was a great day. A surprise visit from Channel 3 - the Barrie station was there and pictures and interviews were taken as we got off the bus and were shown on the 6 p.m. news that evening. Elsie closed the meeting with the Hymn of All Nations and Women's Institute Grace. A lovely luncheon was served. 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