Chippewa County Humane Association






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About Us!



The Chippewa County Humane Association is a non-profit animal welfare organization serving Chippewa, and the surrounding counties, in west-central Wisconsin. We are located on County Highway S just outside of Chippewa Falls. (See Our Location.) Please contact us about any related questions -- pets to adopt, lost or found pets, animal welfare, how to help -- please call 715-382-4832 or you can email us at the shelter. We are not funded by tax-based monies, so we rely on donations, adoptions, and fundraisers to keep our doors open to the animals who need us.

*No appointment is necessary to come and visit our animals. However, due to veterinary appointments, vaccinations, medications, bathing, etc., we ask that you respect our shelter hours. Our regular hours are as follows...

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Our Location



The Chippewa County Humane Association is located at 10501 County Highway S south, in Chippewa County, WI. You can find us just north of Chippewa Falls on County Highway S, about one mile past the old Native Bay Restaurant. Please refer to the map below or call us for directions. And please remember to honor the shelter hours. Thank you!



For an interactive map click here!


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Donations



CCHA is not funded by tax-based monies, so we rely on donations, adoptions, and fundraisers to keep our doors open! Remember, the CCHA staff and volunteers are resourceful. We will gladly accept generic brands, used items, and other supplies not listed. We appreciate your generosity and know the animals do too!! We have a pay-it-forward policy. Any item we are unable to use is forwarded to other organizations in need. Call the shelter if you have any questions about any item(s) you wish to donate.

The shelter is currently looking for these items:
    Cleaning Supplies:
  • Bleach
  • Multi-purpose cleaners
  • Trash bags of all sizes
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Laundry detergent
  • Dish soap
    Office Supplies:
  • Copy paper
  • Postage stamps
  • Copy machine
  • Used ink/laser jet printer cartridges
  • Gordy's County Market Receipts
    Animal Care Supplies:
  • Oil dry for use as kitty litter
  • Other non-clumping litter
  • Flea and tick shampoo
  • Cat carriers
  • Leashes
  • Grooming clippers
  • Fingernail clippers
  • Dry kitten food
  • Cat and dog treats
  • Gentle leader or halti training collars
  • Medium to Large Dog Collars
    Miscellaneous Supplies:
  • Lawn mower
  • Washing machine





The shelter is also currently looking for a new vehicle to transport supplies and animals! If you have an older van or truck that you would like to donate or sell at a low price, please contact Vickie, the shelter manager.



Kuranda Dog Beds


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Kuranda dog beds are chew proof dog beds that improve a shelter dogs stay in the kennels. Sleeping and laying on the kennel floor is both uncomfortable, and against the dogs natural instincts. Having a soft bed makes it easier on all dogs, but especially the elderly and dogs with medical issues. Kuranda beds are chew proof, last for years, are easy to clean, and are made with replaceable fabrics and parts.

Kuranda is a huge supporter of The Petfinder Foundation and animal shelters across the world! In order to help out the shelters, they allow you to donate a bed to a shelter at 30% to 35% off the retail price. The bed is then shipped to the shelter in your name.

CCHA would love to have our dogs sleep on Kuranda Dog beds, but we don't have enough for everyone! Please help our dogs sleep in comfort!
Click Here To Donate A Kuranda Dog Bed To CCHA




Funding our Shelter "Forever!"


The CCHA has started a fund with the Community Foundation of Chippewa County to begin our long-term goal of creating a self-supporting financial resource for the shelter. Your donation may be used in perpetuity for our long-term financial health by donating to this fund. Your gift, along with many others, is invested and the earnings of the fund are used as operating funds for the shelter.

Ways you can really help to make a long-term gift to the CCHA include:
*Give a one-time or yearly donation.
*Give memorial gifts in honor of a special person or event.
*Remember the CCHA in your will.
*Name the CCHA as a beneficiary of your IRA or retirement plan.
*Name the CCHA as a beneficiary of your life insurance plan.
*Encourage friends and family to remember the CCHA with planned gifts.

You can make a gift of cash, stocks, bonds, real estate, or other assets to the Foundation. Most charitable gifts qualify for maximum tax advantages under Federal law. Contact the Community Foundation of Chippewa County to let them know your giving wishes and please consult an attorney or financial advisor if needed to make these arrangements. The staff, volunteers and animals in our care thank you!




Membership

The Chippewa County Humane Association needs members. Membership fees are the most important way we keep this shelter operating. If the welfare of animals is important to you, then become a member of the Chippewa County Humane Association. Without members we can't exist. And, without us, neither can these animals. To become a member, visit Our Membership Homepage and download the PDF.
And remember! All donations and membership contributions are tax deductable!



Goodsearch

GoodSearch: You Search...We Give!


Goodsearch.com is a Yahoo powered search engine that will donate 1 penny for each search. The shelter on average has gained about $25 a year through the search engine. To increase the money raised we urge every internet user to search using Goodsearch instead of Google. If you have a hard time typing in Goodsearch.com, try downloading the toolbar! Plus, none of this will cost you anything!

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Volunteering




If you can't give the shelter monetary donations, consider donating time! The shelter can always use an extra hand. Some areas you can volunteer in include, but are not limited to, animal socializing, grooming, training, exercising, cleaning, paper work, baking and crafts, and fundraising and outreach events. If you don't care what you'd like to do, just ask a staff member and they can direct you to an area that is needing some help.

To become a volunteer you must first attend the volunteer orientation and fill out a volunteer form. You must be 16 year of age to volunteer alone. If you are under 16 you must be accompanied by someone 18 years of age or older. Parents, remember, you must supervise your children at all times. Volunteers that are working with the animals must also have current tetanus inoculations and be able to provide the date and clinic it was given at.

The next volunteer orientation is:

Saturday, February 6th at 11:00 am.



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Contact Us



Feel free to contact the shelter if you have any questions or comments!

Our Address:
Chippewa County Humane Association
10501 CTH S South
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729

Email Us:
 ccha@centurytel.net
Click Here To Open Email

Phone Number:
715 - 382 - 4832

Fax Number:
715 - 382 - 4377

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Adoptable Pets



On average CCHA has about 150 - 200 adoptable pets at one given time. Keep in mind that although pets are posted on Petfinder and Adopt-A-Pet, not every single animal is put up. If you're not interested in any that you see on the websites, feel free to call the shelter and ask about other animals. Also, if you're interested in a certain breed, size, or age, contact the shelter and they will put you on a wait list. When an animal that fits your wants joins the shelter, you will be contacted.






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Prices



We accept cash, check, or money order.

Dogs:
Unaltered $55
Altered $75

Cats:
Unaltered $45
Altered $65
**If a companion cat is adopted within 30 days of the initial adoption, the second cat adoption fee is waived!**

Other Animals:
Ferrets $45
Birds $10
Small Animals $10

We also have some featured pricings!

For All Animals:
$10 off the adoption fee for animals that are over 6 years old.
$10 off the adoption fee for animals that have been living at the shelter for over 9 months.

PreSpay or Preneuter Animals:
There are also the prespay/preneuter candidates. These animals must be neutered or spayed before leaving the shelter at the new owners expense. These candidates are the purebreds, or ones resembling purebreeds, and the "bully breeds". Bully breeds are the strong, commonly misunderstood, Pit Bulls, American Staffordshires, and Staffordshire Bull Terriers.


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Featured Pets





Calvin

Calvin is a neutered male domestic short hair that was brought to the shelter as a stray in May after he was found hanging around and eating out of someones birdfeeders. They put out a live trap for him since he wouldn't come near anyone, and sure enough, the smelly wet food attracted him immediately. Calvin was about nine months old at that time, but has been at the shelter for nearly a year, so he is now about 18 months old. When he arrived here he was a skittish and skinny boy. For the first two days Calvin threw up bird seed and pine tree needles! After he got that out of his system he was very eager to eat up any food he was given. Since he had that mindset Calvin has gained a little bit too much weight and is a little pudgy. He no longer gulps down his food however. He will need a little bit of a diet, but once into a home and out of a kennel he should be able to get the exercise he will need. Calvin is very skittish about new things. He tries to run and hide if something scares him. Once in his hiding spot he attempts to peek out and see what's going on. He's very curious. Calvin can also be given the nickname "The Meerkat". Standing on his hind legs and watching the world is just as natural as walking on four paws to him. He loves to peer up over counters and through chair rungs. Plants beware! Calvin loves to chew and nibble on anything green. He'd be a fan of cat grass, which is a cat safe alternative for them to be able to chew on. Calvin can be a little bit of a sneek when he wants something, and he's very stubborn, so he will probably need to be squirted with a water bottle every now and then to get the point across. Calvin loves to play and will be one who will play through out the night. He will likely be good mouser, so if you have any extra pests in your attic Calvin could take care of them. Calvin seems to love being around other cats, and is okay around dogs. He might be too timid for children, and since he likely grew up outdoors he doesn't know how to positively react to them. He's timid around new people, but when he knows you, boy he gets happy! He'll sometimes drool with excitement if it's been a while since he's seen anyone he really likes. He loves to perch on your shoulder and walk throughout the shelter. He purrs the whole time and will sometimes groom your hair along the way.

Shilo
Shilo is a 9 month old neutered male german shepherd mix that originally came to the shelter as a stray in October. He was returned late December after his family decided that they didn't have enough time or room for a rambunctious teenaged shepherd. Shilo does well with other dogs, but isn't so great with cats. He hasn't really been around kids, but would do well with preteens or teenagers. Toddlers may be too much for him to handle unless if you are a more experienced shepherd owner. Shilo will need someone who has had experience with dogs before. Shilo will need a lot of training with someone who won't give up. He's a teenaged boy who is very stubborn and wants to try and get his way. Once you assert yourself with him, he's much more willing to listen. He's going to be a very trainable boy though, as he already knows sit, lay down, roll over, and is learning shake and speak. Speak is going to be a key command, as Shilo can get a little loud when he wants attention. Teaching him speak will help him learn that he should only bark when he has been commanded to. Shilo walks well on a leash, but will still need someone strong for when he decides he wants to go chasing after the squirrel in the park. Shilo is partially housebroken, but will need to be crated or confined to a chew proof room when he's not being supervised. Once he gets through his teenaged years (could be up to another year before he "matures") he should calm down and crating should not be an issue. When Shilo gets ramped up and extremely excited he will start to play very rough. He incessantly bites at your hands in attempt to get you to match his level of roughness. This is something that should be curbed right away. The moment Shailo starts playing too much, the owner should stop playing with him, cross their arms, and look up and away as if to say "No I don't want to play if you're going to be naughty". It's something that will just take time, but he should learn that he can only be played with if he tones it down. Overall Shilo is a good to go boy just looking for a new home!


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Happy Tails



Currently we have no Happy Tails posted!

If you've adopted from CCHA and have a Happy Tail that you're willing to share please email Taylor or the shelter with your pets story and an updated picture!


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Events



January 31st, 2010- Pet Photo Contest entries due

February 6th, 2010- Fur Bowl at Falls Bowl

February 6th, 2010- Volunteer Orientation at 11am

February 13th, 2010- Pet Photo Contest entries judged

March 6th, 2010- Volunteer Orientation at 11am

March 27th, 2010- Purr and Paw Party at Avalon Hotel

April 3rd, 2010- Volunteer Orientation at 11am

May 1st, 2010- Volunteer Orientation at 11am

June 5th, 2010- Volunteer Orientation at 11am




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Questions


FAQ's

Why do you charge for adoptions?
There are a number of reasons that we charge an adoption fee, but perhaps the biggest reason is because we have to. We are a private animal shelter. This means that we are not run on tax-based funding. Because of that, it is more important than ever that we raise money through fundraisers, donations, memberships, and adoptions. Even though we charge a fee for adoption, we ARE a non-profit organization, meaning that all money that comes into the shelter is put toward the cost of keeping the doors open to the animals that need us.

Why are the adoption fees the amount they are?
Adoption fees are the amount they are because that is the minimum charge that will allow us to afford the animals in our care. Once you account for the vaccinations, free veterinary exam, and identification tag that an adopted pet receives, the adoption fee is a good deal less than it might have been to have all of these things done yourself.

Does your shelter offer veterinary services?
No. If you are seeking a veterinarian, feel free to call the shelter for a list of clinics in the area that can care for your pet's veterinary needs.

How long do you keep your animals?
The animals at our shelter are not limited to a set amount of days they can spend at the shelter. We avoid euthanasia when at all possible, but sometimes animals are euthanized due to severe medical problems, temperament, and sadly, sometimes lack of room. Education, spaying/neutering, and responsible pet ownership can put an end to this problem. Often referred to as sterilization or neutering (for BOTH sexes), most often referred to as 'spaying' a female or 'neutering' a male.

Aren't the animals in shelters usually there for behavior problems or because they are strays?
Absolutely not. In fact, normally it is not a problem with the pet at all. Usually it has to do with a change in an owner's lifestyle (i.e. moving, no time, etc.) or other situational reasons (i.e. litters of pups or kittens, too many pets, responsibility, etc.). Most people are surprised to hear that, of the animals we take in (approximately 1,000 every year), only about half come in as strays. The other half are brought in by their owners.




Some Surprising Facts and Statistics

 As according to:
Animal World Network

Humane Society of United States
The American Humane Association and Black Pearl Dogs
Cat Facts

Northern Colorado House Rabbit Society




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Shelter News




November 25th, 2008

Hello Animal Lovers!
This past year has been a tough one for homeless animals both here and nationally and the number of new animals coming into the shelter is sometimes overwhelming. While we have a good adoption rate and a quality facility, you can really help us make a significant difference in this difficult time.

The Chippewa County Humane Association receives no tax dollars and relies on donations from our community to help us care for homeless animals. We are constantly working to make our shelter more valuable to you. With your support we will be able to meet our goal of maintaining long-term relationships through unparalleled customer service, and providing oustanding animal care economically and with as little impact on the environment as possible. All this is done while maintaining careful animal handling and cleaning practices to ensure a safe and healthy home for the companions in our care.

We need your help more than ever!!

Because in the downturn in the economy, we have seen increases in animal numbers due to foreclosures and received more requests for medical and pet food assistance, which are stretching our shelter resources very thin! As is the case with more small, non-profit businesses, donations are down significantly and our staff receives minimum wages without benefits. They work hard for the love of the animals, and make sacrifices in their personal lives to be able to continue doing the work they are called to do. Because of this, they are frugal and creative with resources.

Keep us in mind when you are living your daily lives. At the grocery store, grab an extra bleach or laundry detergent for the shelter. When you buy a toy for your little pal, buy an extra one for a shelter pal. Little things can make a huge difference. Little time? Donate money. Little money? Donate time. There is always a way to answer the call to help.

We are proud of the work we are doing and encourage you to join us!
Thank you! When you give, we can give!!

Written by Paula Young - CCHA Board President



November, 2009

Hello Animal Lovers. I say that with less energy this time around because we are a tired bunch here at the shelter. It has been a year filled with many changes.

In December 2008, CCHA saw the beginnings of a drastic increase in the number of animals entering the shelter. Economic changes affected so many households and the common result for most was giving up a beloved family member. We scrambled to adjust to the changes, hoping to accept as many animals in need as we possibly could.

Our overall expenses increased as donations decreased. New Education and Outreach opportunities put a strain on staff resources, but could not be overlooked. We must make ourselves as visible as possible to the community by involving ourselves in these types of events.

As the year progressed, reports of domestic animal nuisances, bite quarantines and hoarding situations increased. The responsibility of overseeing these situations was placed at our doorstep. Questions of liability arose and we responded quickly and assertively.

As a clearinghouse for strays and unwanted animals, the Chippewa County Humane Association does not have jurisdiction to enforce animal laws. Whenever possible we will educate pet owners and assist law enforcement.

To ensure that there are no discrepancues in processing stray animals, the Board of Directors made their decision to implement contract agreements with each of the muncipalities. Muncipalities have the option of using the shelter as a central clearinghouse with clearly defined responsibilities or they can choose to operate their own stray holding facilities, per the guidelines set by the State of Wisconsin.

As of this writing, we are still in negotiation. National data was presented to us at the Illinois Federated Huame Society's annual conference. Based on these changes, we implemented new adoption procedures. Many of our animals are eligible for same-day adoption and we have removed limits involving holiday adoptions and giving pets as gifts. These changes have proven beneficial! We have seen adoption increases and have a positive outlook for the future.

As always, we are excited about the changes and look forward to the new year. We are always available to answer your questions and encourage you to visit the shelter at any time.

-Vickie Price, Shelter Manager






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Meet The Staff




Meet the staff of CCHA!

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Websites To Visit




Reasons To Adopt Videos Know The Breed Fun and Games Local
Brown's Top 8 Reasons Adoption Checklist Dog Breed Info Link Here Lost your pet? Post here!
10 Reasons to Adopt Link Here Next Day Pet's Dog Breeds Link Here Link Here
HSUS's Stop Puppy Mills Campaign




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