Our Volunteers Rock!
A Big ‘Thank You!’ to all our Awesome Volunteers!
The weather outside has been frightfully cold and yet our trusty Volunteers keep comin’.
Mackenzie’s Animal Sanctuary is always in need of Volunteers. Volunteering can be very rewarding and a great way to meet new people, spend time with friends and family and of course, help the dogs at the Sanctuary.
Cuddles loves her TLC time!
Dogs like Stella appreciate the peaceful walks with a friend!
It is because of people like you, committed to the betterment of our local animal community, that make our mission at Mackenzie’s possible and for that we are forever grateful!
There are many different Volunteer opportunities available at MAS:
- Helping the dogs at the Sanctuary: walking, training, feeding, grooming, reading, playing, loving, etc.
- Educational/community outreach events
- Meet and Greets: We have Meet and Greets all over West Michigan!
- Fundraisers
- Distributing and collecting donation boxes
Want to get involved?
You can email our Volunteer Coordinator, Shauna, at sbehling@mackpack.info or call 616-693-2916 today to register or get more information about Volunteering at Mackenzie’s in 2015. We hope to see you soon! Blessings!
Volunteers, like Rosemary, can’t avoid the doggie kisses and wouldn’t want to!
A successful orientation and training day – Stetson, says ‘Thanks’ to a new Volunteer, Braden, now one of his BFF’s!
Ariel, home at last!
Nicole Schramm posted to our Facebook page after her adoption was finalized on this past Friday, January 9th:
“I still can’t believe she’s home with me! Tommie brought her over earlier despite the treacherous conditions out there. Thank you, Tommie! I am so grateful that I am allowed to give her a real home (Ugh… here come the tears…)! And thank you to everyone who worked with her, walked her, played with her, spent time with her, gave her treats, read and talked to her, cared for her, and loved on her while she was at the sanctuary for the last 10 1/2 years! Ariel is 13 years old, can be very fearful and is food aggressive. I instantly bonded with her when I met her for the first time a few years ago (I was introduced to her in the food storage room because all other rooms were occupied – I remember like it was yesterday). She has always been one of my favorites. Her cautious little kisses, the way she pushes her head between my arm and body, the way she looks at me with her cloudy eyes. I’ve had her as background picture on my phone for over a year. It was about time to finally bring her home! Ariel and her big clumsy brother Spartacus (adopted from Mackenzie’s in March 2012) get along great. She has already met one of her feline brothers and licked his head and ears. We took a long afternoon nap (she snores a little – so adorable!), cuddled, and walked the trails in the backyard (I shoveled a little snow maze for her). Thank you Mackenzie’s for all you do! Without you this precious girl probably wouldn’t be alive and would have never had the chance to experience what it feels like to live in a real home, to matter, to be appreciated, to be loved.”
Thank you Nicole for bringing Ariel home! Your furry family and you are the perfect warm, safe landing she has been waiting for – Blessings!
Brrrr it’s COLD outside!
Protect your pet during Winter and cold weather!
Photo was taken at the Sanctuary on Wednesday, January 7th, Brrrr!
In many areas, winter is a season of bitter cold and numbing wetness. Make sure your four-footed family members stay safe and warm by following these simple guidelines:
Keep pets indoors and warm –
No matter what the temperature is, windchill can threaten a pet’s life. Pets are sensitive to severe cold and are at risk for frostbite and hypothermia during extreme cold snaps. Exposed skin on noses, ears and paw pads can quickly freeze and suffer permanent damage.
Protect paws from salt –
The salt and other chemicals used to melt snow and ice can irritate the pads of your pet’s feet. Wipe all paws with a damp towel before your pet licks them and irritates his/her mouth.
Deacon loves the ‘days of snow’ – Just a few minutes at a time!
Avoid antifreeze poisoning –
Antifreeze is a deadly poison, but it has a sweet taste that may attract animals and children. Wipe up spills and keep antifreeze (and all household chemicals) out of reach.
Speak out if you see a pet left in the cold –
If you encounter a pet left in the cold, document what you see: the date, time, exact location and type of animal, plus as many details as possible. Video and photographic documentation (even a cell phone photo) will help bolster your case. Then contact your local animal control agency or county sheriff’s office and present your evidence. Take detailed notes regarding whom you speak with and when. Respectfully follow up in a few days if the situation has not been remedied.
