Staff Spotlight:
Heidi Petree

Heidi with "George"

Superstar employee Heidi Petree has been with the HSGKC as a receptionist since May of 2007. “I came in to pick up some kitten milk replacer for my foster kittens and they offered me the job,” said Heidi. Not the typical interview process, but Heidi is not a typical employee. Not only does she answer phones, schedule surgery appointments and work the front desk, she also cleans the cat rooms on the weekends and helps transport animals to rescue.

No matter what day of the week you come by for a visit, you’re likely to see Heidi. She’s here seven days a week which doesn’t leave her much time to herself, but she wouldn’t have it any other way. At home, Heidi has dogs and cats of her own but also likes to foster orphaned kittens. In her years of fostering homeless animals, Heidi estimates that she has bottle-fed nearly 100 kittens. When asked about her champion colleague, coworker Jesse Patnode sums it up best, “She’s a very dedicated worker!”

It’s a birthday party for the pooches on Sunday, May 17 from 2-5 pm at Penn Valley Park (near the dog off leash area). BoozeFish Wine Bar is organizing this annual event to celebrate your best friend. People tickets are $15. People food is being provided by BoozeFish Wine Bar and dog treats are coming from Brookside Barkery & Bath. RSVP at boozefish@birch.net.

We've got lots of satellite adoption events coming up in May & June! You can check our satellite adoption page for dates and locations. Contact Jana if you'd like more information about helping with any of the events.

I am so tired of hearing about “Dog N Jog”, do you people not think that cats care about their fitness just as much? I think perhaps we should rename the event “Get out of Bed and Stretch”, or “Bend N Eat”. Just a couple of ideas for you! So from what I hear it is just a month away and Jo still needs volunteers. I would get out and help you all myself, but I am physically unable to get out of bed before noon on Sunday. It is the day of rest you know.

Quick reminder to you all as well, Alfie may act like he wants you to pet him, but he has multiple personality disorder and will bite you. Tata for now.

Purrs & Kisses – B

And…they’re off! Fido leads the charge with Rover closing in… Ok, so Dog-N-Jog may not be that dramatic, but it’s sure to be a blast! The 1 and 2-mile run/walk will be Sunday, June 14 on The Country Club Plaza. Early registration is only $25 or $35 on June 14. When you register online you can create your own free fundraising webpage. When you collect $50 or more in pledges you’ll receive a humane society umbrella. Register today at www.dognjog.org. Special thanks to our presenting sponsors: PetSmart and Banfield Pet Hospital.

The date for Dog’s Night at the Wizards is drawing near. On Saturday, May 23 dogs and their people will come out for a night of fun at Community America Ballpark in KCK. Dog/people tickets are $30. Click here to purchase your people/dog tickets today or for more info. A portion of ticket sales will benefit local area shelters. And make sure to root for the home team by dressing your pooch in their best Wizard’s outfit. They could be declared a winner and make an appearance on the field at halftime.

NBC Action News weatherman Gary Lezak will bring his best friends to Dog's Night at The Wizards.

If you'd like to come to the game without your dog, a people only ticket is $15 and your ticket purchase can still benefit us! Click here to purchase your people only tickets. Be sure to enter the Promo Code DNO2009. Our shelter will receive $5 for each ticket sold with that promo code.

A special thank you to our spring interns Nicole DeMaranville and Alicia Fox. Their help in the fundraising department has been wonderful. Our new summer intern Elizabeth Ralls will begin the end of May.

Need to clear out some cabinet space? Have some extra cat food? Then come on down...to the HSGKC. With the Humane Society’s feral cat program underway, these cats are in need of some yummies-in-their-tummies! The HSGKC likes to send our feral friends home in style with some delicious hor’dourves to fill their bellies…or at least some Cat Chow! So whether it’s an extra bag from the pantry or a new one off the shelf, these kitties aren’t too picky.

For a list of other items and services we need, check out our Sit Up and Beg Wish List.

Kim Cramer, Michelle Taylor, Lois Maevers, Audrey Lewis, Glenn Mayo, Sharon Courtney, Jayne Dean, Kim Windholz, Kaleesa Simmons, Karen Cruz, Justin Dutton, and Rebeca Sirridge.

Gabby, Lacey, Lonnie, Nikki,

Phoenix, Turner... and several more!