"Giving Thanks & Helping Others" party to benefit PDE Research!

Barking Mad Bingo at Animal Haven Soho

Junior Mints -- so REFRESHING!

Mommy and me at The New York City Pug Meetup Group's 3rd Annual ALL PUG Halloween Costume Contest Party & Potluck at (and to benefit) Animal Haven Soho.

Sunday, October 28, 2007
Photo taken by Josie Tripicchio

The first Pug Meetup Group party at Animal Haven Soho was a HIT!

Photo compliments of Shaina Fishman Pet Photography

Everyone had a fabulous time and is looking forward to playing there regularly. We estimate that over the course of 2 ½ hours, 65 pugs and upwards of 120 humans passed through the doors eating and partying. While no amount would ever be “enough” in my eyes, we were able to raise $515 for AH through per pug fees ($5.00 each) and our donation raffle (to be a regular happening at every one of our AH Soho events). We also collected a few product donations (case of paper towels, garbage bags, Windex, dishwasher detergent, etc.).

So, needless to say, I think this was the start to a beautiful relationship!

Vanessa Williams and Home Again celebrate Animal Haven's ribbon cutting!

Vanessa Williams attended Animal Haven's ribbon cutting this morning amidst a bevy of paparazzi. She first worked with Animal Haven five years ago and was pleased to be visiting again for this special event which was in conjunction with Home Again.

Two teams of veterinarians and vet techs were on hand to offer free microchipping of both cats and dogs. Home Again gave all participants free activation as well as a first year of free membership.

I wonder what costume I will wear...

Please help me win $1000 for ANIMAL HAVEN!

PetSource.org is running a Halloween photo contest in which the winner receives a $1000 donation to the animal shelter/protection agency of their choice as well as some other pet prizes (which I will also donate to Animal Haven if I win). I am a very late entry so please help me win this contest for Animal Haven by forwarding this email to everyone you know! You may vote once a day so make it part of your morning routine J

Please vote for Rabbi Leonard Rothstein: http://www.petsource.org/contest.aspx?contest_id=%7b1DEFDAB2-E911-4FB9-BF79-99EC494772B8%7d

Thank you!

My proudest moment!

Back in April when Jennifer Bristol, Associate Director of Animal Haven, told my mom that we were going to be honored at this year's Going Home Luncheon, my mom cried.

And then when Jennifer emailed mom the names of the other two honorees -- Lynn Redgrave and Anne Craig -- she cried again.

And THEN when Marcello Forte, Executive Director of Animal Haven, presented us with the Florence Brenner Award she cried AGAIN!

I truly believe she has "issues." But maybe all humans have these weird issues! I mean, why all the crying over such GOOD things?!

Nonetheless, mom made a lifetime commitment to Animal Haven so there is no turning back now!

Some psychologist said that there is no true altruistic act and that philanthropy is basically selfish. If these things are true, I have never been so proud to be selfish!

Pug Halloween Party for Animal Haven in Soho mentioned in "New York Post"

TREATS, TRICKS

HALLOWEEN DOG EVENTS PUT FUN IN FUND-RAISER

Read the article HERE!

Pug Halloween Party for Animal Haven in Soho!

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Guess what? I'm getting an award...

Abigail is a Star -- and Meets Margaret Cho...

This morning Abigail made an early morning appearance on FOX 5's Good Day New York. Cheers to this NYC favorite morning show for dedicating October to helping homeless canines find homes during adopt a shelter dog month! While at the studio, Abigail was a hit with the on-air folks and staff! In addition, she made quite the impression with actress and comedienne, Margaret Cho.

You can check out the clip

Press Release: Animal Haven Honors Lynn Redgrave, FOX 5's Anne Craig and Lenny the Pug

Contact: Jennifer Bristol, Animal Haven

Jenniferb@ah-nyc.org, 917 613 4832

Animal Haven to Celebrate 40th Anniversary with Annual Going Home Luncheon

The Florence Brenner Award to be Presented to

Award-Winning Actress Lynn Redgrave and FOX 5’s Anne Craig

New York, NY, October 3, 2007– Animal Haven Shelter announced today that the Florence Brenner Award will be presented to award-winning actress Lynn Redgrave, FOX 5’s Anne Craig and New York City’s own canine socialite and fundraiser, Lenny the Pug.

The awards will be presented at Animal Haven’s 40th Going Home Luncheon, which will celebrate the shelter’s 40th anniversary.

The honorees were chosen for their dedication to their own pets and the lives of those without homes:

• Lynn Redgrave, Award-winning actress and Animal Haven adopter

• Anne Craig, FOX 5 reporter

This year’s special canine honoree is Lenny the Pug, who, along with help from his guardian, Lin Randolph, organizes an annual canine birthday celebration that benefits Animal Haven Soho, the new adoption center and pet boutique.

The luncheon will also include a performance by Catherine Hickland (One Life to Live) and appearances by Jennifer Bassey (All My Children), Marj Dusay (Guiding Light), Dick DeBartolo (ABC and Mad Magazine), Spencer Ross (MSG Sportscaster) and Louise Sorel (Days of our Lives). The day’s activities will also feature a silent and live auction.

The Going Home Luncheon will be held Sunday, October 21 at noon at Dante Caterers located at 75-07 31st Avenue in East Elmhurst, NY. Tickets begin at $75. Tickets can be purchased at www.animalhavenshelter.org

Animal Haven places cats and dogs in loving homes, as well as give lifetime care for those who cannot be placed.
The private, no-kill shelter fulfills its mission through adoption programs at the shelter in Queens, Soho Adoption Center and Boutique and the Pets to the People mobile adoption program. In addition, Animal Haven Acres, located in Delaware County, NY is where hard to place dogs and cats can live out their lives in a homelike setting.

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Times Square Dog Day Masquerade

Book launch: Jane May's "Hooked"

Dog-friendly book signing on Saturday, September 29!

Carlie & Alison's photo shoot with photographer, Amanda Jones!

Our friend, author Alison Pace, and her rescued Westie, Carlie, will be signing copies of her latest novel, "Through Thick and Thin."

Zoomies
434 Hudson Street
12:00 - 2:00
All Dogs Welcome
212-462-4480

Photos from Animal Haven Soho's "Soft Opening" on 9/17/07

Missed but not missing from my heart...

Nellie Ellen Gardner
June 7, 1923 - September 11, 2007

My great-grandma passed away last week. While both mommy and I are sad and will miss "Namaw" greatly, she will continue to live in our hearts.

My great-grandparents passed their love for both people and animals to my grandmum who passed that love to my mommy. And well, that means I have been blessed by three generations of animal-lovin' folks who view my well-being as important as their own (even more important at times).

Her presence here on earth will be sorely missed by many, but her spirit will live on in all of us!

I love you, Namaw!

A public thank you from a pug parent...

Hi Lin and Lenny!

I was just wondering if you could post this to the members of our group.

I just want to publicly thank Dennis Buonagura for his help in rescuing our new little pug "Guinness" from a going to the pound. If you don’t know Dennis, you may know his fawn female pug Hazel from Meet Ups on the UWS.

As you may remember, he asked for all of our help in finding a fawn female pug a home before her owners moved away. After communicating with Dennis for a few weeks we arranged to meet last week. I had been thinking about getting a sister for my black female Pug, Bailey who is three years old for a while. Our meeting went well and we arranged to meet at the UWS meet up last week to take “Guinness” home. The first few days she was busy getting adjusted to life at our house, but a week later it’s as if she has been with us for years. Bailey is so happy to have a sister to play with and Guinness is so happy to have a family who loves her and gives her the attention that she needs. Scott and I are so proud of the newest addition to our family!

I wanted to just share some pictures of Guinness and Bailey and once again thank Dennis for connecting us with our new little baby GUINNESS! I hope to see you all soon at future meet ups!

Lauren Brennan

Peanut the Magnificent Pug!

Peanut initially appeared on Pet Star and traveled around the USA until his family decided they could no longer take care of him. Peanut came into rescue in February of 2007 and was adopted by his foster family, The Knapps.

The Knapps did not condone any unsafe or harsh training practices and were very reluctant to let Peanut do his tricks but he took a liking to Craig and wanted to do tricks for him everyday. Craig decided to expand Peanut's routine, but would only do whatever Peanut was comfortable with learning.

Today, Peanut's training regimen consists of taking long walks to get focused and his rewards are usually baby carrots. Peanut is never yelled at or treated badly and gets to choose whether he wants to do a trick or move on to the next one, but Peanut has showbiz in his blood and loves to perform!

Peanut is 5 years old and is currently living out the rest of his life at The Pug Hotel with The Knapps and his six pug brothers and sisters who love him very much! Peanut's profits go to PDE Research because Peanut cares about finding a cure for PDE!

Peanut's next public appearance will be at The New York City Pug Meetup Group's Annual "Giving Thanks & Helping Others" party to benefit PDE Research. The party is scheduled on Sunday, November 11, noon-2:00 p.m. at Animal Haven Soho in New York City.

Peanut can be reached via email at PeanutDaPug@aol.com.