Sunday, May 19, 2013
Support Love-A-Stray today at Two Buck in Avon.
The 2nd Annual Fur Fun 5L/Dog Walk got a bit soggy this year and part of the event was cancelled due to the rain April 28. But not for long. Don't miss the "Wet Fur is no Fun Extravaganza" at Two Bucks in Avon today, May 19. Buy a ticket to win from more than 70 raffle items, including sports Packages; Spa Packages; Family Fun Packages; Jewelry and more. Click here for a partial list. The event will be held from 2 p.m. - 5:45 p.m. Winners will be announced at 5:45 p.m. Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5.
Thursday, March 28, 2013
Designs will be featured at April 28 event.
Two winners have been selected for the 2013 annual Love-A-Stray's T-shirt contest. Both will be used to support the annual Fur Fun 5k race and walk, one of Love-a-Stray's major fundraisers, held in Avon Lake on April 28. a non-profit, all volunteer, no-kill organization dedicated to helping homeless animals. Andrea Scheetz, Love-A-Stray Fur Fun Event Coordinator, said the contest pulled entries from artists from all age levels. "It was quite the debate to determine the winner," Scheetz said. All of the designs entered will be displayed at the event. She told entrants that even if they were not winners, it was possible and entrant may see his or her design crop up sometime in the future. "We may use your design for advertising such as on …
Friday, January 25, 2013
The annual Hearts & Paws event is coming up. Have an event? Add it in. It's FREE
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Avon Lake's Jaime Smith donates win donated to Avon/Avon Lake no-kill shelter.
An Avon Lake woman is donating her winnings from blogging on ThoughtsFurPaws.com to Love-A-Stray, the no-kill shelter that supports Avon and Avon Lake animals. Jaime Lynn Smith recently chose Avon Lake’s Love-A-Stray Animal Rescue to receive a $2,500 cat food donation from Royal Canin, which makes premium dog and cat food. Smith is an active advocate and volunteer for animal welfare. Her blog, ThoughtsFurPaws.com, shares personal stories to educate, advocate and help her readers learn more about animals and their well-being. Previously, Smith previously won the Petties Award from Dogtime.com. "Hence, I gave the $1,000 donation I received to the same shelter – Love A Stray Cat Rescue," Smith said on her blog. Her blogs run the gamut from …
Thursday, September 13, 2012
400 dogs, 500 people, enjoy a day in the pool.
After a wet and windy morning on Sept. 8, the rains stopped and both the sun--and the dogs came out to enjoy the annual Big Splash event at the Avon Lake Municipal Pool. "It turned out to be a perfect day," Love-A-Stray founder and event organizer Connie Field said. "Early estimates show approximately 400 dogs and 500 people (attended). This year the event added a couple of new "elements" that really made a positive impact, Field said. "An awesome D.J., Jon Heasley with Eazy-N-Crew Music Productions, really jazzed up our event with great music, and he also helped by announcing contests times and raffle basket winners. Jon donated his time in the name of non-profit rescue." In addition to opening the pool--which closed for the season the…
Thursday, August 30, 2012
Popular annual event features a dog swim, contests and prizes.
Save the date and get that swimsuit ready for Fido. The 7th Annual ‘Big Splash’ Dog Party, held after the Avon Lake Municipal Pool officially closes to humans only, is Saturday, Sept. 8 from noon – 5 p.m. In the past, hundreds of dogs (and their owners) have turned out for games, contests, prizes and food in a fun fundraiser that benefits Love-A-Stray. “It is our favorite event,” Love-A-Stray founder Connie Field said of the annual, well-attended event held in Bleser Park. Open to the public from any community, the event features D.J. Easy-N-Crew providing music, and 14 different contests including Littlest and Biggest Splash, smallest, tallest and biggest dog, longest and shortest dive, the Lazy River race and the ever-popular Bow Wow …
Friday, July 27, 2012
Fill your weekend with fun
Looking for a cheap night out? Tonight's last-minute Lake Erie Crushers' 7:05 p.m. home game against the former London Rippers has $1 admission and a happy hour from 6 to 7 p.m. featuring $1 fountain drinks and draft beers. Another fun Friday night option is the 7th Annual Summer Market at Veterans' Memorial Park. Enjoy shopping for gifts, jewelry and home decor. Treats include lemonade, kettle corn, and goodies from are restaurants including Sweet Basil, Fahrenheit and Sweet Melissa. Check out the classic children's story, The Secret Garden, on stage at TrueNorth Cultural Arts in Sheffield Village. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 3 p.m. Sunday. Enjoy a day of golf while helping dogs at Putting For Paws Sunday at …
Sunday, July 22, 2012
Love-A-Stray looking for a special owner for a special-needs cat
Molly's not a cat for just anyone. She's had a hard life, and came to Love-A-Stray with such bad eye problems that one eye had to be removed and the other one needed surgery. Other than being functionally blind, Molly is healthy and a bit on the petite side. Molly needs an owner who can commit to her care and doesn't have any other cats. Molly's very sweet and loves people. If you're interested in Molly, or would like to see other cats and kittens available for adoption, contact Love-A-Stray at loveastray@gmail.com. You can also donate money to help cover the costs of medical care for cats like Molly, spaying/neutering cats, food, litter and health care.
Monday, July 16, 2012
Black-and-white cat given up after one of the children in his home developed allergies
Poor Plato. Happy in the home he was adopted into last year, the young adult cat is back at the Love-A-Stray shelter because the boy in the family developed eczema, which was a result of being allergic to cats. So now Plato is seeking a home where he'll only bring love, not sneezes or itches. If you're interested in Plato, or would like to see other cats and kittens available for adoption, contact Love-A-Stray at loveastray@gmail.com. You can also donate money to help cover the costs of spaying/neutering cats, food, litter and health care.
Sunday, July 8, 2012
Young tabby is cute and playful
Fergie is a young female tabby, just a little over a year old. She came to the Love-A-Stray shelter with her two kittens, both of which have since been adopted. Now, Fergie is fixed (like all Love-A-Stray cats are), and she's ready for her own forever home. Check out the video to see just how nice she is! If you're interested in Fergie, or would like to see other cats and kittens available for adoption, contact Love-A-Stray at loveastray@gmail.com. You can also donate money to help cover the costs of spaying/neutering cats, food, litter and health care.
Andrea S
11:38 am on Monday, April 1, 2013
Great article, and congrats to the winners! more ›