Saturday, November 25, 2006

Week of 11/26/06 Humane Happenings

With several new out-of-state animal loving RV’ers hooking-up at Desert Haven Campground these past few days, Al Wilkinson, Desert Haven’s Dog Trainer, made a presentation at the 9 AM meeting. He gave a few hints on how to successfully work with the residents of Dog Town and he also answered any questions about them. Thanks, Al; you are always a pleasure to work with.

Much was accomplished by the crew this past Tuesday: painting projects undertaken, a sizeable pile of previously donated construction material sorted and properly stored, the foundation of a new shed erected. At the same time, wood pallets were securely covered with carpet remnants, giving the canines of Dog Town clean and comfortable platforms to lie on as they take advantage of the New Mexico sunny weather. The carpeted pallets are the brainchild of a fondly remembered work-camping crew who spent the winter at DH in 2003.

Desert Haven Annual Thanksgiving meal was shared by many this past Tuesday, and the turkey with-all-the-trimmings, courtesy of Jeanette Galliard, was a huge hit. Forrest & Gail Smith, Ben & Patty Meyers, Linda & David Estavillo, Jeanette Galliard, Freddie Loveless, Barbara Weddle, Bob & Sandra Weiser & daughter Pam, Mary & Jerry Kolb, Ed & Camille Pronovost, Eliana Aubin, also local visitors Barbara Dreyfus and Karen filled every seat in the dining room as well as on the new porch built by Walt Allen and crew last Spring. The conversations were lively and everyone enjoyed the meal so much that we all agreed that it was hard to get back to work afterwards. Desert Haven is grateful for a skilled and compassionate winter crew this year, and we trust that all who are spending the winter with us will continue to feel the positive vibes that all of us felt this past Tuesday.
Wish list: Moist dog and cat food - Dog treats -Helpers at Paws & Claws & Desert Haven - Office oriented individual to help handle paperwork every Tuesday this Winter - Dog Walkers and Kitty Cuddlers, to give a hand for an hour or two one or more days each week, either at 8 AM or 4 PM. With extra able-bodied folks to help care for Desert Haven’s residents, the crew can concentrate more time on needed projects that are not part of the daily routine. Contact us at 505-894-2778, or visit Desert Haven on Tuesday.

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