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Greetings, readers, and welcome to our June issue (arriving in your box just a few days early because your editor is headed out on a long-needed vacation next week!).

You’ll see right away that we’ve had some changes at Paws.  The wonderful Web designer who got us started, Joe Brandt, has passed the torch to Justin Sablich, new designer extraordinaire.  Visit www.ourplacetopaws.com to see some of the changes online, and more are coming!

We have a new Kids’ Corner project in this issue and two feature stories: a true story about a heartwarming adoption written by one of our readers, and an interview with Animal Artist Peggy Dey, whose artwork has brought such joy to so many people who love their pets and wildlife.

One question:  Where are all of the dog lovers out there?  I have had so many photos of cats submitted, and almost NO DOGS!  Folks, we’re supposed to have a Cats vs. Dogs page and we don’t have enough dog contributors to even put it up!  So please, if you’re a dog lover and want equal say, we need you at Our Place to Paws.

We’re still working on ways to build our content and connect with more non-profit organizations.  In the meantime:

In this issue:

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Meow. Woof. Naaaaayy.


- Editor


FEATURE STORY ON OUR PLACE TO PAWS:
Mummala: A true story of heroism, love and compassion.
By Jesse Shortman
(Reprinted with permission)

She first appeared at Keswick Court on a hot steamy July day. She was exhausted by the heat and, from giving birth to a litter of kittens two weeks earlier.

Her struggle to survive and care for the three infants that had managed to live would have been difficult enough, but to make matters worse, the mother cat had lost her tail to a wild animal that she had encountered while protecting her newborns from its slashing sharp teeth. She couldn’t remember if it was a fox or a wolf, but the beast got its bony meal and left the kittens unharmed as their now tailless mother quickly carried all three to safety in her mouth. Her tail stub bled steadily as the mother cat watched over her babies till she sensed the safe time to move along. Read More >>

An Interview with Animal Portrait Artist Peggy Dey

Peggy Dey of Dey by Dey studio has been creating animal art, including unique and heartwarming pet portraits and wildlife prints, for more than 30 years. A long-time animal advocate whose work has been showcased by numerous animal rescue organizations, Dey is a good friend to Our Place to Paws.
Read More >>

YOUR LETTERS

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Lew K’s touching story about Mummala is featured in this week’s issue and on our Web site.
READER PHOTO SPOTLIGHT

May Reader Photo Winner: Smudgicle Submitted by Lew K. in Wilmington, NC

To see our Honorable Mentions, visit Our Place to Paws by clicking on this link.



 THE LATEST MEWS & STORIES IN THE RUFF

Chinese Tiger Cubs Nursed by Dog

Three tiger cubs that were rejected by their mother are being nursed by a mixed-breed farm dog named "Huani" at the Jinan Paomaling Wild Animal World in Shandong province, China. To read more and see a photo of the surrogate mom, click here.

Dakota, Minnie, Win “Cutest of the Cute” Contest

We have to admit it, they are pretty cute. More than 4,000 voters in a contest agreed, and you can click here to read about the two felines who won a Delaware Cutest Kitten and Cutest Cat contest – and see their photos.
 VIDEOS
Talk about dogs vs. cats…this dog really wants his bed…but the cat isn’t giving it up easily! Watch on YouTube!

This video is just one of those videos you can turn on if you’re stressed, and just get a nice, sweet, cute awwwwww factor. Black and white bunnies sharing some broccoli. Awwww!
 KIDS CORNER

There are so many creative, fun projects you can do with things you can find right in your own home.

Make an animal bookmark!  It’s easy and it’s fun, and you can enjoy your project every time you read a book. Click here to learn how to do it.


 FEATURED ANIMAL RESCUE
The Delaware Humane Association's mission is to act as a voice for companion animals and to enhance their welfare by providing temporary shelter, spay/neuter services, humane education programs, and adoption/placement resources. On June 19 the organization is celebrating its 50th Birthday with a Big Top event.


 OUR PLACE TO PAWS STAFF

  • Editor-in-Woof: Faye Rapoport DesPres
  • Contributing Writers: Peggy Dey, Jean-Paul DesPres, Richard Wexler
  • Book Reviews: Joan Schweighardt
  • Contributing Artist: Gloria Rapoport
  • Graphic Design: Justin Sablich
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