A New Face of Hope for Spring 2009
Donations of the following items are urgently needed at
Hope Vet:
Blankets
Towels
Sheets
Unopened
pet food
Unused dog
and cat toys
Cat beds
Dog beds
Travel Carriers
Dog, Cat
and Rabbit
Wire Crates
(single and
double level)
Scratching posts
If you would like to donate an item from our wishlist, please email us. Thanks!
Who doesn't love Jello?!
We do, that's for sure. Jello is a wonderful nine year old male tabby looking for a new home. He was brought to Hope and relinquished because he wasn't eating enough food. The doctors at Hope looked into all the medical issues and he's cleared for adoption by the team. Since then, he's gained weight and is in great health.Jello is friendly and curious, and just a wonderful boy! Now, he will happily will sit in your lap and purr with delight. He is full of mischief and LOVES to play and interact with everyone. He's a big boy with a big personality.
Meet Nino!
Nino is a classic: a big, gorgeous, orange tabby who could be a dead ringer for Morris the Cat! Nino is so active and playful, you'd never guess he was 11 years old. He loves engaging with people, purring happily (and loudly!) when our volunteers bring out the toys to play with him.
Won't you please consider adopting or fostering Nino
or Jello?
See all our adoptable pets
The Story of Hector
Hector-- a beautiful long-haired black cat -- was relinquished by his
owners when he was seriously ill and in need of life-saving
medical attention.
Hope Veterinary Clinic intervened and saved his life. Once medically
stable, he was placed for adoption through Infinite Hope.
Many people considered adopting Hector but were reluctant to take on the
responsibility of his medical needs. For over a year Hector waited
for the right person to come along to take him home. He never
complained about life in a cage and remained affectionate,
gentle and sweet. Hope
Vet staff and IH volunteers spread the word about how wonderful
he was, hoping that a special
person would come along to give him the forever home he deserved. They
kept him healthy and gave him their
love. He was often the first one seen in the morning and the last to
be “tucked
in” at night. And then, after a year passed, a miracle: a woman saw Hector
on petfinder and came in to meet him. A play date was arranged and a great
match was made! Hector left his cage behind and went home.
In the spirit expressed by Martin Luther
King Jr.,
“We must accept finite disappointment, but never lose infinite hope.”
IH Helps People and Pets in Crisis
A troubled family, a desperate daughter, a concerned teacher, and at the center of this not uncommon scenario, a helpless, abused and frightened pet.
Thanks to the efforts of Infinite Hope volunteers, Harry, a 15 pound mixed breed
dog, was relinquished by a thankful mother and daughter into a loving foster
home. Suffering the after effects of long-term beatings, confinement, and neglect,
Harry is slowly making progress.
IH is providing medical treatment, training,and specialized care by Lon Black, a certified animal massage therapist and acupressurist who works with Hope Vet and has volunteered his services to help Harry recover from his injuries both physical and psychological.
Although still fearful of new places, people, sights and sounds, Harry has experienced love and safety perhaps for the first time. He is beginning to show his affectionate and playful side and his future is finally a hopeful one!
Click here to follow our weekly updates on Harry's progress and notes from his sessions with Lon, and check back often.
Update June 6: Harry has a forever home! Last week, a beautiful couple who had recently lost their beloved dog, emailed us to inquire about Harry. They submitted an adoption application, came to visit with Harry..... and fell in love with him. We are thrilled that Tara and John came along and wish to give Harry the loving home he deserves. They are a loving family with experience with abused dogs, and lots of love to share. (We have a feeling that Harry is going to be the most spoiled dog in Brooklyn.) Harry will continue his sessions with Lon, and we will continue to update his page with progress reports as he settles into his new home.
Next
New Volunteer Orientation
Wednesday, July
22 at 7:00 pm
Hope Veterinary Clinic
390 Atlantic Ave,
Brooklyn, NY 11217.
Please RSVP or if you'd like for more information contact Meryl Blackman merylblackman@yahoo.com or 973-886-8915.
Key Volunteer Positions Available
Members of the IH Board are currently looking to fill several important coordinator
positions, are now condutiong interviews. They include:
People and Pets in Crisis Program Coordinator
Foster Care Coordinator
Fundraising Coordinator
Publicity and Public Outreach Coordinator
To send a resume and for more information, please contact Meryl Blackman at merylblackman@yahoo.com or
973-886-8915.