The Humane Society Yukon now has an easy and safe way to donate online!
Go to our website http://www.humanesocietyyukon.ca/
Click on "Donate" and then "Charitable Gifts". You can choose to do a one time donation of any amount, or a monthly donation of your choosing! A charitable reciept will be mailed out for donations $20.00 or greater.
We still need money for our Bella fund to cover the extra costs some special needs animals require, such as the recent dental work we needed for Dodger and Benji, and the professional behaviour assessment we will need for Trevor the Dog.
Also, we need money for building renovations to repair the large cracks appearing in the concrete in our kennels, repair the electrical wiring in our boiler which gives us heat in the winter and hot water for cleaning,and repairs to our hot water tank which is leaking.
Each day is a struggle for our Shelter to pay the many operating expenses we have in caring for our animals, and it becomes even more difficult when we have major expenses which are outside our normal daily needs.
The Mae Bachur Animal Shelter would like to thank everyone for any donation whether it is cash, toys, food, helping out at our Bingos, providing labour and repair services, socializing the animals or walking the dogs.
All your help is valuable to the operation of our Shelter and very much appreciated!
Monday, August 17, 2009
2009 YXY GAMES
Low Life Films and Humane Society Yukon have partnered to present the inaugural 2009 YXY Games on Saturday, August 22, 2009 at the South Access Mud Bogs Grounds.
YXY Games is a fundraiser for the Humane Society Yukon. From noon until 10:00 pm, there will be a Freestyle Moto-X and Sled Competition with a live band, DJ, beer gardens, food vendors, pro riders and a Motor Sports Expo.
Pro Riders include: Cody Borchers of Slednecks, Jeff Mullin of Turnagain Hardcore, local rider Ross Mercer, Lee Stuart and Darryl Tait of Sno-X, Time Hryshchuk of Free Ryders, Brandon and Ray Cormier of Moto-X and Sno-X.
Tickets for adults are $20, and youth (13 and under) are $10 – available at Listers Motor Sports, Yukon Yamaha, Sandors Clothing, Yukon Honda, Checkered Flag Recreation (Polaris), Pizza Hut, Yukon Brewing Company and Triple J’s Music.
COME ON OUT AND SUPPORT THIS EXCITING NEW EVENT! RIDE FOR THE ANIMALS!
YXY Games is a fundraiser for the Humane Society Yukon. From noon until 10:00 pm, there will be a Freestyle Moto-X and Sled Competition with a live band, DJ, beer gardens, food vendors, pro riders and a Motor Sports Expo.
Pro Riders include: Cody Borchers of Slednecks, Jeff Mullin of Turnagain Hardcore, local rider Ross Mercer, Lee Stuart and Darryl Tait of Sno-X, Time Hryshchuk of Free Ryders, Brandon and Ray Cormier of Moto-X and Sno-X.
Tickets for adults are $20, and youth (13 and under) are $10 – available at Listers Motor Sports, Yukon Yamaha, Sandors Clothing, Yukon Honda, Checkered Flag Recreation (Polaris), Pizza Hut, Yukon Brewing Company and Triple J’s Music.
COME ON OUT AND SUPPORT THIS EXCITING NEW EVENT! RIDE FOR THE ANIMALS!
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Mitzi's Closet Pet Boutique's sidewalk sale fundraiser was a success!
Thanks to Nikki (Owner and Operator) and her many customers, not only are there many fashionable dogs and cats out there now, but Mitzi's Closet raised $100 for the Humane Society Yukon.
Thank you Mitzi's Closet Pet Boutique, for all the hard work you do!
Saturday, August 8, 2009
Maggie May's Chuck Wagon - Fundraiser Continued!
Maggie May's has had a fundraiser for the Humane Society Yukon since July 7, 2009. It was originaly supposed to go until August 7, but since it is doing so well, it will continue until September 30, 2009 when it will close down for the season.
Maggie May's has raised just over $500 for the Bella-Fund! The fund was created to help unfortunate animals that find themselves in need of special treatment and surgeries, i.e. dental work, amputation, etc.
You can find Maggie May's Chuck Wagon located at the Carcross cutoff with ample space to park and sit down to enjoy your meal. Bring your dogs, your family, your friends and enjoy a great home-cooked meal!
Maggie May's has raised just over $500 for the Bella-Fund! The fund was created to help unfortunate animals that find themselves in need of special treatment and surgeries, i.e. dental work, amputation, etc.
You can find Maggie May's Chuck Wagon located at the Carcross cutoff with ample space to park and sit down to enjoy your meal. Bring your dogs, your family, your friends and enjoy a great home-cooked meal!
Trevor - Press Release
Humane Society Yukon
Trevor’s Day in Court
August 7, 2009
On August 6th, Humane Society Yukon and Kevin Sinclair went in front of the Yukon Supreme Court to ask that the Humane Society’s claim on Trevor be recognized by the City of Whitehorse. Our claim was successful. Trevor has been granted a reprieve and an opportunity to have his behaviour formally assessed by a qualified trainer.
The judge agreed with our position that the City of Whitehorse should acknowledge our claim on ownership and interest in Trevor.
The City clarified that it has not declared Trevor a dangerous dog, as defined under the Animal Control Bylaw. The city also acknowledged that there are only two documented bite incidents involving Trevor, one of which broke the skin.
Most importantly, the judge agreed with us that the city cannot kill Trevor under a clause of the Animal Control Bylaw (Section 120) that is intended to protect public safety in immediate situations of urgency (such as a dog rampaging), as they had planned to do. This clause is not written in a way that should give powers to Bylaw Services to euthanize surrendered and impounded dogs such as Trevor, as they present no immediate public safety concern. This judge’s finding may help many other dogs, as the pound euthanizes approximately two dozen impounded dogs each year. We don’t know how many of those impounded dogs have been killed under Section 120 of the Animal Control Bylaw. The City will have to decide how the judge’s interpretation of the Bylaw will affect their future practices.
Humane Society Yukon and Bylaw Services will be working together over the next several weeks to determine what the best next steps will be for Trevor. Trevor will be returned to the Mae Bachur Shelter, where he will reside in the isolation area for the assessment period. He will be cared for by shelter staff, and will be formally assessed by one or two experienced trainers/assessors, chosen jointly by us and the city. For caution’s sake, Trevor will spend the next several weeks under some restrictions. For instance, he will wear a muzzle and a short leash when being walked, and he will only be walked or handled in presence of a shelter staff person. The general public will not have ready access to Trevor, and he will not be fostered or adopted out during this time.
If the assessment is favourable, and the trainers feel Trevor is fine or that he can be rehabilitated, the City will return him to the Humane Society with no conditions. If the assessment is negative, he will be returned to the City to be euthanized. There will be a court hearing in mid-September so the court may have closure on the case.
We’d like to extend a big thank you to the many members of the public who contacted us to express their support for Trevor. We’d also like to thank Kevin Sinclair for initially bringing the case to court, and those who directly supported his efforts. We are very grateful to Robert Pritchard from the Law Line for helping us navigate the process and the maze of paperwork related to the court case; thank you so much, Robert, for offering this invaluable service to the public.
The Humane Society is paying for Trevor’s assessment, and for any rehabilitation that Trevor may require. We are relying on donations to our Bella fund to pay for Trevor’s assessment and any other special care he may need. The Humane Society can process donations and issue charitable receipts. If you would like to make a donation, please contact shelter@northwestel.net or call 867-633-6019.
Trevor’s Day in Court
August 7, 2009
On August 6th, Humane Society Yukon and Kevin Sinclair went in front of the Yukon Supreme Court to ask that the Humane Society’s claim on Trevor be recognized by the City of Whitehorse. Our claim was successful. Trevor has been granted a reprieve and an opportunity to have his behaviour formally assessed by a qualified trainer.
The judge agreed with our position that the City of Whitehorse should acknowledge our claim on ownership and interest in Trevor.
The City clarified that it has not declared Trevor a dangerous dog, as defined under the Animal Control Bylaw. The city also acknowledged that there are only two documented bite incidents involving Trevor, one of which broke the skin.
Most importantly, the judge agreed with us that the city cannot kill Trevor under a clause of the Animal Control Bylaw (Section 120) that is intended to protect public safety in immediate situations of urgency (such as a dog rampaging), as they had planned to do. This clause is not written in a way that should give powers to Bylaw Services to euthanize surrendered and impounded dogs such as Trevor, as they present no immediate public safety concern. This judge’s finding may help many other dogs, as the pound euthanizes approximately two dozen impounded dogs each year. We don’t know how many of those impounded dogs have been killed under Section 120 of the Animal Control Bylaw. The City will have to decide how the judge’s interpretation of the Bylaw will affect their future practices.
Humane Society Yukon and Bylaw Services will be working together over the next several weeks to determine what the best next steps will be for Trevor. Trevor will be returned to the Mae Bachur Shelter, where he will reside in the isolation area for the assessment period. He will be cared for by shelter staff, and will be formally assessed by one or two experienced trainers/assessors, chosen jointly by us and the city. For caution’s sake, Trevor will spend the next several weeks under some restrictions. For instance, he will wear a muzzle and a short leash when being walked, and he will only be walked or handled in presence of a shelter staff person. The general public will not have ready access to Trevor, and he will not be fostered or adopted out during this time.
If the assessment is favourable, and the trainers feel Trevor is fine or that he can be rehabilitated, the City will return him to the Humane Society with no conditions. If the assessment is negative, he will be returned to the City to be euthanized. There will be a court hearing in mid-September so the court may have closure on the case.
We’d like to extend a big thank you to the many members of the public who contacted us to express their support for Trevor. We’d also like to thank Kevin Sinclair for initially bringing the case to court, and those who directly supported his efforts. We are very grateful to Robert Pritchard from the Law Line for helping us navigate the process and the maze of paperwork related to the court case; thank you so much, Robert, for offering this invaluable service to the public.
The Humane Society is paying for Trevor’s assessment, and for any rehabilitation that Trevor may require. We are relying on donations to our Bella fund to pay for Trevor’s assessment and any other special care he may need. The Humane Society can process donations and issue charitable receipts. If you would like to make a donation, please contact shelter@northwestel.net or call 867-633-6019.
Sunday, August 2, 2009
SIDEWALK SALE FUNDRAISER
Mitzi's Closet Pet Boutique is having a huge sidewalk sale fundraiser for the Humane Society Yukon! From the extra large to the extra tiny - you'll find your beloved pet that something special.Where: Mitzi's Closet Pet Boutique #3 Yukon Inn Plaza
When: Saturday August 8th, 2009
Time: 12 noon to 5 pm
20% of all proceeds go towards helping the animals of the Mae Bachur Animal Shelter.
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
An Update on Trevor
The good news is Trevor was granted a temporary reprieve this Tuesday. His euthanasia was postponed until August 7 which gives us a bit more timeto fight for Trevor's life. Trevor is still at the City Pound, where he is being cared for while we sort out the matter of Trevor's ownership.
We are very grateful to the group of private citizens who have stepped upto the plate and helped build a case for Trevor's release to the Humane Society. If we are successful in this case, Trevor will undergo behavioural assessment, training, and eventual re-adoption to a responsible home. A big thank you goes out to Kevin Sinclair, who took the necessary steps to initiate the court process that may save Trevor's life.
As a Humane Society, we are mandated to foster a caring, compassionate atmosphere; to promote a humane ethic and responsible pet ownership; and to prevent cruelty to domestic animals. As such, we are striving towards the best possible outcome for Trevor, and for all the animals who comeunder our care.
We are very grateful to the group of private citizens who have stepped upto the plate and helped build a case for Trevor's release to the Humane Society. If we are successful in this case, Trevor will undergo behavioural assessment, training, and eventual re-adoption to a responsible home. A big thank you goes out to Kevin Sinclair, who took the necessary steps to initiate the court process that may save Trevor's life.
As a Humane Society, we are mandated to foster a caring, compassionate atmosphere; to promote a humane ethic and responsible pet ownership; and to prevent cruelty to domestic animals. As such, we are striving towards the best possible outcome for Trevor, and for all the animals who comeunder our care.
Saturday, July 18, 2009
Trevor the Dog
Humane Society Yukon is concerned about recent reports that Trevor the dog, who was adopted from the Mae Bachur Animal Shelter by Tamara Allaby on May 15, 2009, has now been surrendered to the Whitehorse City Pound with allegations that he behaved aggressively towards several people. Trevor’s history
Trevor came to the Mae Bachur Shelter from the City Pound, where he had been treated for injuries from an ingrown collar. The City Pound will not release aggressive dogs to the Mae Bachur Shelter. At the Pound, Trevor behaved well, in spite of being in pain from his ingrown collar. Shelter staff were told that Trevor had cooperated well with his handlers from City Bylaw, and with the veterinarian who provided his care.
At the Mae Bachur Shelter, Trevor did not behave aggressively towards staff or volunteer dog-walkers. The Shelter staff had no concerns about Trevor.
Upon adopting Trevor, Tamara Allaby was given copies of his medical and micro chipping records, and she was informed of Trevor's sad history involving an ingrown collar. Having a collar imbedded into the dog's neck does not cause a dog to become aggressive, and the Shelter‟s experience with Trevor showed him to be well behaved. Tamara Allaby was under a contractual agreement to return Trevor to the Mae Bachur Animal Shelter if she was unable to keep him for any reason.
Judging by recent newspaper reports, Tamara Allaby apparently gave Trevor to her brother, Matthew Allaby, as he claims to have been the dog's owner. According to the adoption agreement Tamara Allaby signed, she was required to return Trevor to the Shelter if she could not keep him, and she should not have given Trevor away to her brother. Trevor never should have been surrendered to the City Pound. He is now on "Death Row," which is not where we think he should be.
We are concerned about newspaper reports that Matthew Allaby took Trevor camping with him without a collar, immediately after adopting him, and presumably let him run loose. This is very irresponsible, given that Trevor was a new addition to the family, and was still adjusting to his new caregivers. All new dog owners should take proper precautions when working with adopted animals.
Adopting a dog from the shelter
All dogs require a period of training and adaptation to their new home, whether adopted from an animal shelter or from elsewhere. Few dogs go to a home prepared to behave perfectly, obedient to commands from a new owner. All new dog owners should be prepared to provide this training, and to help their pet adjust to his or her new surroundings. There are local dog trainers who offer discounts on training classes for dogs coming from the Shelter. If you have adopted a dog from the Shelter, please speak with the Shelter staff regarding these discounts.
We recommend that prospective adopters take the time to get to know the dogs in the Shelter, walking them and spending time with them, before making the decision to take a dog home. This makes the transition easier for the dog, as well as for the new owner.
Shelter policy for aggressive dogs
On the rare occasion that a dog does display aggressive behaviour towards anyone at the Shelter, that dog is not made available for adoption to the general public until they have successfully completed an appropriate course of training and evaluation. Also, the dog‟s eventual adoptive owner is carefully screened to ensure that he or she is an experienced dog handler.
Only on extremely rare occasions will the Shelter euthanize a dog due to aggressive behaviour, as most behavioural problems can be remedied through training and appropriate handling. The Humane Society Yukon views euthanasia as the last resort.
Humane Society Yukon is advocating for Whitehorse City Bylaw to release Trevor to the Mae Bachur Animal Shelter, as he should have been returned there when his adoptive owner was not willing to keep him.
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Maggie May's Chuck Wagon Fundraiser
Maggie May's Chuck Wagon is holding a month long fundraiser for the Humane Society Yukon!
Starting from July 7, 2009 to August 7, 2009, every purchase you make from Maggie May's, $1.00 will go to the Mae Bachur Animal Shelter to help replenish the Bella fund. The fund was created to help unfortunate animals that find themselves in need of special treatment and surgeries, i.e. dental work, amputation, etc.
Maggie May's has a variety of home cooked food that will delight your taste buds. From home-made hamburgers, fish 'n' chips, veggie platers and hot dogs, there is something for everyone!
Located at the Carcross cutoff with ample space to park and sit down to enjoy your meal.
Starting from July 7, 2009 to August 7, 2009, every purchase you make from Maggie May's, $1.00 will go to the Mae Bachur Animal Shelter to help replenish the Bella fund. The fund was created to help unfortunate animals that find themselves in need of special treatment and surgeries, i.e. dental work, amputation, etc.
Maggie May's has a variety of home cooked food that will delight your taste buds. From home-made hamburgers, fish 'n' chips, veggie platers and hot dogs, there is something for everyone!
Located at the Carcross cutoff with ample space to park and sit down to enjoy your meal.
Saturday, July 4, 2009
SUNSTROKE 2009: A BREAKDOWNMonths to Plan = 12
Vendors = 14
Bands = 16
Sponsors = 34
Volunteers = 65
Attendees = 1,300
Money Raised for Shelter = $12,000
Helping abused and abandoned animals = PRICELESS!
Thanks to all the volunteers, performers and vendors who helped make Sunstroke 2009 the single largest annual fundraising event for Humane Society Yukon.
Your attendance, sponsorship and donation of time enabled us to raise $12,000 for the Mae Bachur Animal Shelter. Every penny raised goes directly to the care and management of the animals at the shelter.
Heartfelt gratitude goes out to the SPONSORS who made Sunstroke such a success: YUKON BREWING COMPANY, OMNI PRODUCTIONS, ON YUKON TIME, RUSH FM, MARSH LAKES TENTS AND EVENTS, Sam n’ Andys, Tony’s Pizza, Yukon News, Terra Firma, Sandors, Underhill Geomatics, Cooperators Insurance, Uniglobe Travel, Northland Beverages, Titan Gaming, NorthwesTel Cable, Gold Rush Inn, Mailboxes Etc., Climate Clothing, Versatile Rentals, Mic Mac Motors, Dominos Pizza, Superior Towing, Igloo Ice, Coasters Bar and Grill, Jacob’s Industries, Capital Hotel, Total North, Yukon Yamaha, Sirius Security, Humane Society Yukon, l’AFY and Whitehorse Heritage Festival Society.
A special thank you to Jordi Mikeli-Jones, Owner of Triple J's Music Café, for her hard work associated with planning Humane Society annual fundraisers Sunstroke and Moonstroke.
A special thank you to Jordi Mikeli-Jones, Owner of Triple J's Music Café, for her hard work associated with planning Humane Society annual fundraisers Sunstroke and Moonstroke.
THANK YOU!
Moonstroke is the next Humane Society Musical Fundraiser – book your calendars now for Friday, January 22, 2010!
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