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Last Updated: 12/16/2009

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City: CLEVELAND
State: Ohio
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Thursday, November 12, 2009 
We want to introduce you to a great new company here in Cleveland called Savvy Avenue. They are not only going to support the Cleveland APL, but also provide you with discounts to local businesses that you know and love. We are working with Savvy Avenue as a team to strengthen our APL program in the Cleveland area, to save you money, and to support our local economy!

How it works-

When you sign up your e-mail address on Savvy Avenue, you will receive a special offer each day. For example: A $50 gift certificate for $25. Or a deep discounted membership to a place like the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame! When you purchase an offer from Savvy Avenue, $1 from each transaction will go towards APL. Savvy Avenue will be supporting us for an entire month and you will see each day how much your donation will grow as the month goes on. You will also get to see great offers on your favorite Cleveland area restaurants, spas, theater tickets and more!

How you can help-

Visit http://savvyavenue.com/cle..veland/?utm_campaign=cleve..land-emailblast&utm_medium..=internet&utm_source=apl
And sign up! It’s as easy as that. Once you sign up, you will receive and e-mail from Savvy Avenue with the featured offer for the day. If you’re interested in the offer, purchase it and see $1 go towards APL!


This is a GREAT way to save $$$$ on presents this holiday season! If you decide to make a purchase you purchase will help the animals at the Cleveland APL!



Thanks for supporting APL and Cleveland!
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Thursday, October 15, 2009 

Ohio Issue 2                       OPPOSED


A Proposed Constitutional Amendment to Create the Ohio Livestock Care Standards Board (OLCSB).
The Cleveland APL’s mission is to foster compassion and end animal suffering. While much of our focus rests on bettering the lives of companion animals, we are advocates for the humane treatment of all animals. As a county humane society organized under Chapter 1717 of the Ohio Revised Code, we not only provide animal surrender, sheltering, sterilization, and adoption programs for the people and pets in our community, but we also enforce Ohio’s animal cruelty laws (ORC Chapter 959), under which farm animals are among those protected.
Surprisingly, given our enforcement roles and investment in issues involving the welfare of animals, Ohio humane societies were NOT invited to join discussions about the need to create the OLCSB, its role, or its composition. Of the thirteen-member Board that Issue 2 proposes, only one seat was designated for a representative from a county humane society, or for that matter, from any Ohio animal advocacy affiliation.
We support the concept of creating a regulatory Board that will serve to establish standards governing the care and welfare of livestock and poultry in Ohio. However, the Cleveland APL opposes Issue 2 on the grounds that this Board should NOT be created by constitutional amendment, because by doing so, Ohioans will be giving away their voice and ability to hold the Board accountable for their actions or inactions through their legislators. Accordingly, we do not believe this action will serve the best interests of the people or animals of Ohio.
In conclusion, the Cleveland Animal Protective League opposes Issue 2 as proposed.

BAN OHIO DOG AUCTIONS                      SUPPORT

The Cleveland Animal Protective League supports efforts to ban dog auctions in the State of Ohio.
Dog auctions allow the “puppy mill” industry, which is comprised of breeders who use inhumane practices to breed and house dogs, to prosper by acting as an intermediary in the sale of their breeding dogs and offspring. Their dogs are commonly kept in small cages, sometimes in horrific conditions, and denied the ability to express natural behaviors, such as the joy of running and experiencing affection. 
The Cleveland APL vigorously opposes any activity or practice that results in inhumane treatment of animals, so accordingly, we applaud efforts to ban dog auctions and regulate “puppy mill-type” breeding in the State of Ohio and across the United States.
Position Approved by the Cleveland APL Board of Directors
September 23, 2009
 

Position Statements

Ohio Issue 2
OPPOSED
BAN OHIO DOG AUCTIONSUPPORT
   
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Tuesday, September 15, 2009 

FIVE.  FIVE DOLLAR.  FIVE DOLLAR FELINES!

 … at the ....Cleveland.... APL on Saturday, September 19th

You heard correctly!  For only $5.00 cat adopters can receive a generous helping of love and companionship from the Cleveland Animal Protective League!  On Saturday September 19th, all cats ages 5 months and older will be available for only $5, and kittens under 5 months will have an adoption fee of only $20.  You can also “super size” your kitten adoption by adding an adult companion cat (5 months and older) to mentor your kitten for no additional charge. 

“It’s a fact that pets are good for your health,” said Executive Director Sharon Harvey.  “They provide unconditional love and companionship.  Research has shown that pets can help reduce stress and blood pressure in owners and increase longevity in people who’ve had heart attacks.  In fact, a study conducted at the University of Minnesota mand published earlier this year concluded that cat owners were 40% less likely to suffer a fatal heart attack than people who didn’t have a cat. 

“Based on this information, every adoption is win-win: a deserving cat gets a loving home and the adopter gets a friend for life who will improve his or her health and well-being—all for only five dollars.  And remember, they also come with 100% of your daily recommended amount of love!” Harvey added.

All cats are spayed-neutered, tested for FeLV/FIV, have received age-appropriate vaccinations and treatment for worms and fleas, and come with a collar and an APL ID tag, a travel box, helpful species-specific animal care information, and a free initial veterinary exam.

 
 
 
 
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Wednesday, August 12, 2009 
This year Homeless Animals’ Day falls on August 15th and the people at the Cleveland Animal Protective League think it’s THE perfect day to make a difference in an animal’s life!  It’s also a purr-fect opportunity to raise our community’s awareness about the wonderful cats who are waiting for homes at humane societies like the Cleveland APL.
According to the National Council on Pet Population Study & Survey, 34% of pet cats wandered into their families’ lives as strays and 43% of pet cats are acquired “free” from an acquaintance or family member.  Only 18% of pet cats come from animal shelters or humane societies.  Many people think why get a cat or kitten from a humane society when I can get a beloved pet for free from a neighbor or from under my porch?  Well here’s why.  At the Cleveland APL, every cat and kitten has been checked by a vet, spayed or neutered, given their initial vaccines, treated for fleas and worms, and tested for feline leukemia and feline HIV, all of which will save an adopter nearly $300 in future care!   So, because we don't think enough people know about the fantastic cats we have at the APL just waiting to find homes, for one day only, the Cleveland APL will match the price of the cat in your neighbor's backyard.  On August 15th, Homeless Animal Day, the adoption fee will be waived for all of our fabulous felines who are one year old and up!  Cats and kittens under one year of age will be available for an adoption fee of $25.
  
“We felt this issue was so important, we were willing to do something dramatic to raise awareness – and this is dramatic as our average cost to care for a cat at the APL is over $200. We bring in hundreds of cats and kittens each week.  We do not place any limits on how long they stay in our care. All healthy, friendly animals stay with us until we’ve found them a home, but we can only keep doing that if people adopt animals as fast as new animals come in. By adopting an animal, you not only help that life, but you help to save another.  I just don’t think there’s a more fitting way to celebrate Homeless Animal Day!” said Cleveland APL Executive Director, Sharon Harvey.
All of our adopters will go home with a free bag of Science Diet, a gift from our friends at La Bodega (while supplies last), and will be able to purchase potentially lifesaving microchip identification for their feline for only $10.  As always, all cats will also come with a collar and APL ID tag, a travel box, helpful species-specific animal care information, and a free initial veterinary exam. 
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Wednesday, June 10, 2009 
The Cleveland Animal Protective League is accepting photos for its 2010 Pet Calendar Contest, which will give animal lovers the chance to make their furry friend a star.  Entering a photo in the contest is also a great gift idea for your animal-loving family members, friends, and colleagues.
Entry forms and photos can be submitted on-line at www.ClevelandAPL.org, or by sending a color 4x6, horizontal photograph to the Cleveland APL. For a $25 entry fee per picture, all photographs are guaranteed to be included on the pages of the Cleveland APL’s 2010 calendar.  The entry free includes a full-color copy of the calendar which will be mailed out to participants in November 2009.  All entries will be blind judged by the Cleveland APL, and the top 12 photos will be featured as the “Pets of the Month.”  All proceeds benefit the programs and services of the Cleveland APL.
Time is running out!  All entries must be postmarked by July 17, 2009, in order to be included in the 2010 calendar.  Send a photo now and you will not only make your pet a star, but you’ll also change the life of a homeless animal.
For more information about the 2010 pet calendar contest please call 216.377.1628 or visit www.ClevelandAPL.org.
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Friday, May 29, 2009 
It’s Adopt-a-Shelter Cat Month and the Cleveland APL is celebrating by holding its own “race” to the finish line with reduced cat adoption fees during the month of June so adopters will help them take first place for happy endings in their homes! 
 
Between June 1st and 30th, black and black and white cats and kittens will be leading the pack with adoption fees of $55 for kittens (under 5 months old) and $30 for adult cats (5 months to 6 years).  All kitten and cat fees will be reduced to these same low prices every Thursday, or Purrsday, during the month of June. 
Also between June 1st and June 30th:
·       Cat adopters will get a free cat bed! (While supplies last; quantities are limited.)
·       All cat adopters of a will receive a free 4 pound bag of Hill’s Science Diet food
·       Microchips will be available for animals adopted during this time for only $10.
·       All adopters will receive a free 2009 Cleveland APL Pet Calendar
 
All animals adopted from the APL have been spayed-neutered, tested for heartworm or FeLV/FIV, have received age appropriate vaccinations and treatment of worms and fleas, and come with a collar and APL ID Tag, helpful species-specific animal care information, and a free initial veterinary exam. Cats and kittens come with a travel box, and dogs and puppies go home with a leash.  All adoptable animals can be seen at www.ClevelandAPL.org.
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Monday, March 16, 2009 
The Cleveland Animal Protective League will be celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with a “Luck of the Irish” adoption promotion.  Whether a rainbow appears or not, a lucky “pot of gold” will be waiting at the APL for adopters who want to test their luck. 

Everyone who adopts an animal on St. Paddy’s Day will get to into the pot of gold and select a golden ticket that will save them some green, because the tickets are printed with discounts that range from $5-$25 off of any adoption completed on Tuesday, March 17th.  Adopters will also receive a free Cleveland APL Pet Calendar and free 5 pound bag of Hills Science Diet pet food.

 

All animals are spayed-neutered, tested for heartworm or FeLV/FIV, have received age appropriate vaccinations and treatment of worms and fleas, and come with a collar and APL ID Tag, helpful species-specific animal care information, and a free initial veterinary exam. Cats/Kittens come with a travel box, and dogs/puppy adoptions include a leash.  Regular adoption fees are as follows:  Senior dogs $40, adult dogs $65, puppies $125, senior cats $30, adult cats $45, kittens $95.  All adoptable animals can be seen at www.ClevelandAPL.org.


 

So, forget kissing the Blarney Stone and come on down to the Cleveland APL on St. Patrick’s Day for some wet kisses from your new best friend!

 

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Wednesday, March 11, 2009 
The Fourth Annual Q104 / Cleveland APL Pledge for Pets Radiothon will take place on Friday, May 8, and Saturday, May 9. Q104's Rebecca Wilde and Allan Fee will be broadcasting live from the APL from 6 am to 6 pm on Friday and from 10 am to 4 pm on Saturday. They will be telling the stories of just some of the thousands of animals who come to the APL each year and of the special people who rescue, rehabilitate, and adopt them.

Sign up and become a Q Cash Captain or Q Cash Kid and start collecting Doggy Dollars and Kitty Kash!

Collect spare change and donations from everyone you know with the official collection kit we will send you after registering. Turn in your life-saving funds, have them counted, and meet Wilde & Fee at the Doggy Dollars/Kitty Kash Bash at the RainForest at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo on Wednesday May 6, from 6 pm to 8 pm.

NEW THIS YEAR- On-line fund-raising. Raise even more Doggy Dollars and Kitty Kash by asking your friends and co-works via e-mail on your personal APL website. It only takes a few minutes to get your page up and running!

To register to become a Q Cash Captain/Kid call 216-377-1628 or visit:
http://www.clevelandapl.org/2009Radiothon-Doggy-Dollars.html
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Monday, February 09, 2009 

Cleveland APL “Unleashes the Love” for Homeless Animals This February 

 

 Do you find yourself craving some cuddly companionship over creamy candies?  Are you considering passing up a three course dinner date for a frolic with a four-legged friend?  If so, it sounds like you are ready to meet your perfect match this Valentine’s Day—the one with a warm heart and cold nose!  The cuddly cupids at the Cleveland Animal Protective League (APL) are hoping that people are ready to “Unleash the Love” this February and bring more animals home this year than ever before.  Word around the Cleveland APL is that three super-secret Valentine’s are hiding amongst our animals and they have a special gift for their adopters!

The Cleveland APL’s goal is to adopt 250 animals between February 14th and 28th.   A display of 250 leashes in the APL’s lobby area will represent the matchmaking goal.  Every adopter will have the opportunity to unhook a leash from the display and “unleash the love” created by their adoption.  “Our hope is to have no leashes left on February 28th—only a sign that says 250 families and animals found love and a new best friend this February,” says Sharon Harvey, Executive Director of the Cleveland APL.

 

Between Saturday February 14th and Sunday February 28th

·       All adopters will receive a leash from the Unleash the Love display.

·       Three super-secret Valentine’s will bring an extra gift with them to their new home.

·       Microchips will be available for animals adopted during this time for only $10.

·       A free bag of Hill’s Science Diet food (4 pounds for cats, 5 pounds for dogs).

·       A free 2009 Cleveland APL Pet Calendar.

·       Adoption fees for some of our special “Sweetheart” animals will be reduced 14%.

 

All animals are spayed-neutered, tested for heartworm or FeLV/FIV, have received age appropriate vaccinations and treatment of worms and fleas, and come with a collar and APL ID Tag, helpful species-specific animal care information, and a free initial veterinary exam. Cats/Kittens come with a travel box, and dogs/puppy adoptions include a leash.  All adoptable animals can be seen at www.ClevelandAPL.org.


 

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Wednesday, January 21, 2009 


Cleveland Animal Protective League Joins National Adoption Drive.



WHAT:             On January 24th, Hill’s Science Diet will partner with the Cleveland Animal Protective League for Change a Pet’s Life Day, a national free adoption drive to help transform the lives of shelter cats and dogs by giving them a second chance for love. Hill’s Science Diet will cover the adoption fees for the first 10 pet adoptions. 


 

Shelter pets have many challenges to overcome and need our help to change their lives for the better. Pet lovers eager to open their hearts and homes to a shelter pet will also receive a starter kit that includes free Science Diet  pet food and tips to give their adopted cat or dog the best start in their new life.  A complete list of participating shelters across the country can be found by visiting www.feedingisbelieving.com.


 

                        Cleveland residents who are unable to adopt a pet can also get involved and help transform the life of a cat or dog by visiting www.feedingisbelieving.com for the chance to have $5,000 donated in your name to a shelter of your choice. 

WHEN:             Saturday, January 24, 2009

WHERE:           Cleveland Animal Protective League

                        1729 Willey Avenue

Cleveland, OH 44113

 

WHY:                According to the Humane Society of United States (HSUS), each year 6-8 million cats and dogs enter animal shelters in the United States. Shelter pets overcome many challenges and are in need of loving homes.  Hill’s Science Diet is currently the largest corporate sponsor of shelters in the U.S, providing well over 1,000 shelter partners with free, high quality nutritious food they need to help their pets get healthy soon and adopted faster.  To date, Hill’s Science Diet has donated over $100 million dollars worth of food and helped millions of cats and dogs get adopted.

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