Indiana-PAW Friends,

Now that you've picked out your pumpkin, purchased Halloween candy, and raked your leaves, we at Indiana-PAW want to give you a reason to believe . . . a reason to believe, that is, in our collective ability to change the lives of Hoosier dogs and cats who've been forgotten. Read on to learn about:

• Upcoming events to support homeless animals;
• How you can help a shelter that's closing; and
• The life-changes occurring through the Indiana-PAW/Rushville Animal Shelter project (WARNING: you might need to pull out your hankies when you see these uplifting photos and video, and read the heartwarming interviews below).

Tinsel & Tails Holiday Petacular. On November 8th, the Humane Society for Hamilton County will hold its "Tinsel & Tails Holiday Petacular" at the Oak Hill Mansion in Carmel (5801 E. 116th Street), including a silent auction, hors d'oeuvres, dinner, and music. Tickets are $65 per person, $120 per couple, and tables of 8 for $450. To purchase tickets, email HSHC, or call 317-219-3324.

IndyFeral's 2008 Calendar Is Available. If you'd like to support efforts to help stray and feral cats, please consider purchasing IndyFeral's 2008 calendar, featuring cover art by well-known artist Rob Day, and sponsored by Pet Supplies "PLUS." The calendar is available for purchase online at: www.indyferal.org.

One of the cats needing a home at PAWS.

Terre Haute Humane Society. The Terre Haute Humane Society tells Indiana-PAW that they have a shortage of foster homes to help them provide short-term care to animals who need socialization, are sick, or are simply waiting to go to rescue homes. Folks interested in fostering can e-mail the shelter's Foster Coordinator, Kim Tanner. Additionally, the shelter would greatly appreciate donations of cat litter and canned cat, dog and puppy food.

Help For Outdoor Dogs This Winter. Two Indiana-PAW partners - F.I.D.O. (Friends of Indianapolis Dogs Outside) and Casa del Toro (Bully Breed Education & Rescue) - are teaming up to help outside dogs stay warm this winter. The Winter Dog Outreach Program run by these two agencies targets the poorest and most crime-filled neighborhoods where many of these dogs suffer. Volunteers go door-to-door encouraging owners to bring their dogs indoors, or at a bare minimum, help provide them with sufficient shelter and food supplies to help during cold weather. Click here to find out how your donation of supplies and/or time can help needy dogs this winter.

Waylon at home with his forever family - an amazing ending for an amazing dog.

Anatomy Of A Miracle: Waylon's Story. Click here to read the story of Waylon, one of the Indiana-PAW/Rushville dogs, and you'll believe in miracles again. And then, be sure to read the five-hanky interview we conducted with Gretchen, Waylon's new mom, as well as a heartwarming interview with Angela Bickler, Waylon's Indiana-PAW foster mom.

Sarah Meets Scotty, And A Forgotten Dog Gets A New Life. Click here to see photos of Scotty, one of the Indiana-PAW/Rushville dogs, as he gets a final hug from his Indiana-PAW foster mom, Jenn Williamson, and then rides away with Sarah, his new mom. And be sure to read the informative interview his Indiana-PAW foster mom, Jenn, gave about helping Scotty and other forgotten animals.

Scotty meeting his new mom (from left to right, Jennifer, Scotty's Indiana-PAW foster mom with her daughter, along with Sarah, Scotty's new mom).

Scotty and his new mom, Sarah, driving away.

Earl with his foster mom, Sabrina Dawber, and her boyfriend, Casey.

Earl Gets An Extreme Doggie Makeover From Sabrina. Click here to read about and see photos of Earl, one of the Indiana-PAW/Rushville dogs who was down for the count, until he met Indiana-PAW foster mom Sabrina Dawber, who helped his life do a 180% turn.

Rosie and her new mom, Pam.

Rosie Hits The "New Mom Lotto." Click here to read an interview with Pam, the wonderful woman who adopted Rosie, one of the Indiana-PAW/Rushville dogs, and who is now intent to give Rosie a dream life.

Andy with his new family on the day he was adopted.

Andy Survives Parvo And Gets A Family. Click here to read how Andy left the Rushville shelter, survived parvo with the help of his Indiana-PAW foster mom, Ash Lewin (stay tuned for an upcoming interview with Ash), and ultimately found a forever home with Liz and her family.

Three Sweeties Still Need Your Help. Daphne, Joplin and Jagger are the LAST THREE remaining Indiana-PAW/Rushville animals needing homes. Click here to watch a video about these three extraordinary cats.

Daphne is looking for a home.

Joplin wants you to take her home.

Why not adopt Jagger?

Special Thank You. Indiana-PAW had many corporate sponsors for this project, but none more helpful than Pet Supplies "PLUS," who donated supplies, space for offsite adoption events for the animals, and discounts for people who adopted the animals. Thank you to Nick Milano, owner of Pet Supplies "PLUS" for setting the gold standard for corporate support of animal welfare efforts.

Thanks to all of our readers for all you do for Indiana animals!
Warm regards,
Amy Van Ostrand, Esq.,
Founder & Director of Indiana-PAW