Summer 2009

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  TUBU ANIMAL RESCUE
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    Princeton, Wi. 54968-0061
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From the Editor:

Sorry, I am so late! Summer has been hectic and so have I! We did submit a grant and, with taking care of the animals, we have had a full summer! The grant is through the Biffle Foundation. Greg Biffle is a NASCAR driver who, along with his wife, Nicole, support animal welfare, no-kill, and spay and neuter programs. We are hoping that he will choose TUBU for support in 2009 and 2010 for the construction of a (garage-type) cat complex. They will be holding their first annual Greg Biffle Foundation Day on Wednesday, October 14, 2009 from 11 A.M. – 7 P.M. at Roush-Fenway Racing in Concord, NC -if you happen to be in the area and would like to meet them. The Foundations good works have touched the lives of thousands of animals (and people )in so many states! See their monthly newsletter at http://www.gregbifflefoundation.com. As well as the generous support they have given to others, TUBU wishes Greg and Nicole well for their continued success in their career and animal rights advocacy.

TUBU News:

Imagine waking up to the image of a bat crawling away from you on your pillow! This is exactly what happened to one of us connected to TUBU! Consequently, our Summer newsletter recounts this experience and some information about rabies. Do we have your attention? Rabies is a disease caused by a virus that can affect the brain and spinal cord of any kind of mammal, including humans. Animals that are infected with rabies can spread the disease through their saliva or brain matter. People who get rabies are almost always exposed from a bite from a rabid animal. Because of widespread animal vaccination programs, people in the United Sates rarely get rabies. If you are concerned that you may have been exposed to the rabies virus, it is important to seek medical attention before symptoms develop. Rabies is a very serious disease for humans. (This information and more can be found at http://www.webmd.com/

The first question was “What do I do?” Mainly because the bat was not acting normal—not flying, there was a huge question about the bat's health. Also, after being asleep there was no way of knowing about being bitten. Right away the bat was caught in a coffee can and then sent in for testing. (It was refrigerated until it could be sent for testing at the state lab. Do not freeze because that would damage tissue needed for examination. Keep head intact –the brain is tested for rabies.) The next few days were a little tense waiting for the results and the concern of “was one of the foster dogs bitten?” There was more concern at the state lab, after several days in a coffee can, which was refrigerated, the bat was still alive and techs were most upset upon opening the can. (We do express our regret that this happened, as well as the loss of one of nature's helpful, but often, maligned creatures).

If you are bitten by an animal here are some things we have learned from this experience:
The most effective way to prevent rabies infection is to immediately thoroughly cleanse the animal wound. Soap and water for 10 to 15 minutes. Contact your public health official if the animal may have rabies.
There is a vaccination available for persons at risk of contracting rabies: vets, vet techs, animal control officers. Travelers to rural Africa, Asia, India, Indonesia, and Central and South America are encouraged to get vaccinated against rabies. Currently, it is fairly expensive, but peace of mind is priceless!
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Letter from Mindy:

Hi K-9 Friends (Felines too)
We hope you are reading our newsletter in good health. We have new next door neighbors and they have a Black Lab named "Oscar".  He is real handsome with a real nice shiny black coat of hair. What a hunk of a dog. We get along real well together.
In past letters I have told you about my real close friend "Annie" that lives with Dan and Ellen outside of town, on their 120 acres of land. Ron and I got back from Tomah where he was turkey hunting for a week and we went out tosee Dan and Annie. I went all around the outbuildings and couldn't find Annie. When I looked at Ron he had tears in his eyes I knew something was terribly wrong.  Dan took me aside and told me Annie had a fight with a raccoon and had gotten bit. Five days later she passed away and crossed over the rainbow bridge that connects Heaven and Earth. My loving friend was a young 8 years old. I have lost a good friend. She may be gone but she will never ever ever be forgotten. Dan and Ellen have lost a very important part of their family. Go take your partner for a walk, ride, or whatever you like to do together. Enjoy today as we never know what tomorrow may bring and cherish your time together. This has been a tough letter to write and it is past my nap time. Please help my friends at TUBU as much as you can. Everything is greatly appreciated.
Until later love,
Mindy Lou (bark) paw


Selections from PLANET CAT-A Cat-along by Sandra and Harry Choron and Arden Moore; Houghton Mifflin 2007:

►A cat uses its whiskers for measuring distances. (Provide a large shallow bowl for fresh drinking water.)

►The cat uses the barbs on the back of its tongue to scoop up liquids so it can drink.

► Cat urine glows under a black light.

►A human has from 5 million to 10 million olfactory cells. The cat has approximately 70 million!

Real cat burglars ! (Animal behaviorists call it “misdirected predation,” an urban response to the hunting instinct, and it is almost impossible to stop.) Has a 'new' purple slipper or sox appeared in your house? Perhaps, through the cat flap, you loved one is bringing you 'the hunt!' Here are the stories of Dandelion and a cat from the U.K. and their predilections...

Dandelion- Dandelion starting” collecting” when he was a year old. This embarrassing habit causes him to go into other people's homes and steal things..bringing them home to his companion, Miss Peacock. This bi-colored Oriental has amassed over 700 items including soxes, gloves, rags ,underwear, sun hats and pin cushions. Unable to locate the owners of the stolen loot, Miss Peacock has taken to hanging things on the tree in front of her house. She hears people walking by exclaim'” Hey, that's mine!”
Sammy started with balls and slippers explained his owner, Janet Vaught. He since has graduated to towels, hats, pants, a gold umbrella and lately a floor rug (that Sammy had to drag over a 6 foot fence!)
Six pairs of shoes, a wrapped Christmas present, expensive watches,, garden gloves and cemetery plot flowers re among purloined and pirated booty. Most folks laugh about the thefts, unless of course, it was the Christmas present you have been waiting for all year....

“By associating with the cat, one only risks becoming richer.” Collette


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Our new loved one is Taylor who was an outside cat rescued by a lady. Coaxed (which indicates he was possibly a former house pet) into a crate she took him to a vet. This silver long-haired male cat was diagnosed with mange and FIV positive. He was traumatized by his time on the street and had broken teeth. The kind rescuer had other cats and was concerned about spreading the FIV to her other cats. Through our support network Taylor found TUBU. TUBU has given Taylor a home and we see him recovering week by week. Someone connected to the rescuer donated funds for Taylor's care to TUBU. We are thankful that, first, Taylor was rescued and given a life of health and comfort that all animals deserve. We are also thankful that concerned individuals realized his care would come at a cost and have donated funds to help with his recovery. Animal rescue means sticking your neck out-taking risks when it is easier to walk away—TUBU applauds this kind of bravery and hopes to provide more homes for needy animals in the future. Adoption for Taylor is a possibility in the future, however, because of his earlier life—lack of nutrients, care, trust issues TUBU wants Taylor to be more confident and healthy before he will find a forever home. For instance, upon being brushed he will tolerant brushing but he is very tense and stiff, he does not interact with the friendly cats in his environment. Taylor does like looking out the door and watches life around him, our goal is that Taylor will love and participate in life around him and find a forever home.

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Spice is a Beagle that was found along a nearby highway. We believe she was left there by her former owner. We sure don't know why since Spice is a very well behaved little girl. Spice was adopted right after we had her spayed. Her new family thinks she is great.

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Mahatma Gandhi: “I hold that the more helpless a creature, the more entitled it is to the protection by man from the cruelty of man.”