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With Your Help
Because of the generous contributions from animal lovers like you, SNSI has facilitated more than 90,000 spay-neuter surgeries to date. Please give a tax-deductible gift of any size to help us continue our important efforts and save animal lives!
Thank you for your support!
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This Month's Certificate Recipients
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Free surgery certificates issued to:
- Morgan County Humane Society, Martinsville (Morgan Co.)
- Pawswap of Greater Lafayette, Lafayette (Tippecanoe Co.)
- The Meow Mission, Mishawaka (St. Joseph Co.)
- Elkhart County Feral Cat Coalition, Elkhart (Elkhart Co.)
- Guardians of the Green Mile, Inc., Portage (Lake Co.)
- MisUnderstood Siberian Husky Rescue, Inc. (MUSH), Elkhart (Elkhart Co.)
- Last Call K9s, Idaville (White Co.)
- Michiana Humane Society and SPCA, Michigan City (LaPorte Co.)
- Clay County Humane Society, Brazil (Clay Co.)
- CPR Fund K9 Rescue, Crown Point (Lake Co.)
- Waldo's Muttley Crew Animal Rescue, Indianapolis (Marion Co.)
- Heartland Small Animal Rescue, South Bend (St. Joseph Co.)
- Catsnip, Etc., Goshen (Elkhart Co.)
- Pals for Paws, Kokomo (Howard Co.)
- Humane Society of St. Joseph County, Mishawaka (St. Joseph Co.)
- New Castle-Henry County Animal Shelter, New Castle (Henry Co.)
- Friends for Paws, Pendleton (Madison Co.)
- Another Chance for Animals, Evansville (Vanderburgh Co.)
- Casa del Toro, Indianapolis (Marion Co.)
- Allen County SPCA (Pet Promises), Fort Wayne (Allen Co.)
- The Dubois County Humane Society, Jasper (Dubois Co.)
Any 501c3 animal welfare organization or municipal shelter can apply to the SNSI's Pet Friendly Group Grant program annually.
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free surgery certificates for free-roaming cats were issued to:
If you're not already sporting a Pet Friendly license plate, make plans to get yours in 2016!
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Rep. Linda Lawson
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HB1201 Signed into Law
House Bill 1201, the Companion Animal Sterilization Bill, was signed by Governor Pence, after passing unanimously out of both the House and Senate! The bill, authored by Rep. Mike Karickhoff and co-authored by Rep. Linda Lawson, requires that rescue groups and shelters spay/neuter prior to adoption, with an effective date of July 2021. The bill also establishes a registry of rescue groups and shelters, to be hosted by the State Board of Animal Health. This is a huge step forward, as Indiana joins 32 other states with similar bills.
Next year is a budget year at the Statehouse, and SNSI will continue to work with the ASPCA to seek funding. We realize that many rescue groups and shelters operate on shoestring budgets and are on the frontline of animal welfare work. It's our mission to make their jobs easier and to help them be more successful.
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Heartworm Season
With the arrival of warmer weather, mosquitoes are already out, which puts dogs and cats at risk of heartworm. Heartworm is a life-threatening parasite that can grow up to 18" inside the heart of the host. Heartworm preventive is recommended for all dogs and cats during the mosquito season to give your furry friend the greatest protection against this deadly condition.
Learn more by visiting our partner vet,
Heritage Animal Hospital in Terre Haute
or any of
SNSI's shared mission vets
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Pet Friendly license plate is #2
Thanks to all of you who have selected the Pet Friendly license plate for your vehicle! And thanks to SNSI's partner groups for promoting the license plate at events across the state. The plate is now the #2 most popular specialty plate in Indiana, moving up the ranks from #8 just a year ago! The plate funds thousands of surgeries each year, so it's vital that we keep the momentum going! Please consider the Pet Friendly license plate when you renew, and help spread the word about the importance of this plate.
If your organization is interested in receiving license plate marketing materials, including brochures, posters and postcards, e-mail Leslie at info@GetThemFixed.org, and we'll mail you a packet. Together, we can be #1.
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Volunteer Highlight
Grace Berry has a big heart for animals and some time on her hands. She has been assisting SNSI weekly as a volunteer.
When asked why she volunteers, Grace said, "I looked forward to finding a place to volunteer once I retired. Over the past years, I attended several fundraising events for SNSI and met many people dedicated to helping animals in Indiana. I've seen the joy and companionship that cats and dogs bring to people and recognize the great need and importance of spaying/neutering one's pets. I'm happy that I've found a way that I can help animals and those who care for them."
SNSI is very grateful for Grace's assistance and dedication over the past year.
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Donate!
SNSI is a small, cost-conscious organization focused on helping animal welfare organizations and limited-income pet owners. Together, we're making a huge impact by preventing thousands upon thousands of animals from entering Indiana shelters. And, when animals do enter shelters, we help shelters get them fixed so they're adoption-ready.
SNSI does not receive funding from the government, the United Way or from other large sources. We rely on grants, bequests, fundraisers, the proceeds of the Pet Friendly license plate - and from individual donors like you who share our mission.
Your financial gift demonstrates that you share our mission and are committed to helping Indiana's animals.
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Want to Earn a Quick $1000 for Your Rescue Group or Shelter?
If your 501(c)(3) non-profit animal welfare organization or municipal shelter houses animals, you can earn $1000 by registering and providing your data to
Shelter Animals Count
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This new, national database will ensure that consistent data is collected and will improve the ability to save animals' lives. As an added bonus, when you register and name an existing shelter partner as the group who referred you, they earn $500. This is a great way to work together to save more animals! The registration deadline is April 30th.
Note that Indiana House Bill 1201 establishes a registry of Indiana rescue groups and shelters. This registry will ask different questions, and we'll let you know when it's ready to unveil.
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 In Memory
 Maria Sharp joined SNSI at the Statehouse for Voices for Animals Day this past January and also served as a volunteer at Southside Animal Shelter in Indianapolis. The board, staff and volunteers of SNSI were saddened by the recent loss of a true animal champion. We extend our sincere condolences to Maria's family for their loss.
Anna Bogan, in memory of "Dudley" Do Right, a rescued Jack Russell Terrier, who was a loyal and loving companion for 17 years.
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