Washington Humane Society: 28th Annual Bark Ball Online Auction is Now Live! – Ready…Set…Bid!

Washington, DC – The 28th Annual Bark Ball is only two short weeks away on June 20, but the online silent auction is LIVE RIGHT NOW! You do not want to miss this auction. Bid from the comfort of your home, on your lunch break at work, or even on your phone! EVERYONE can bid, and ANYONE, ANYWHERE can win – you do not need to attend Bark Ball to participate.  

With more than 100 items available, we have something for everyone! Whether you’re looking for autographed sports memorabilia, limited pieces of art, exciting pet options, or one-of-a-kind getaways – this auction is a MUST SEE! Best of all, 100% of winning bids support the life-saving work of the Washington Humane Society! 

Bidding is as simple as 1, 2, 3! 

1. Visit the Bark Ball Auction website at www.washhumane.org/BBAuction. 

2. Preview all of the fabulous items. 

3. Register and start bidding today!

Auction Highlights Include: 

• Collection of fine wines and champagne  

• A variety of hotel packages and getaway excursions from across the country

• Ticket packages to see the Washington Nationals, Washington Wizards, and more 

• Kennedy Center tickets 

• Luxurious salon, spa, and fitness club packages 

• Exclusive behind the scenes tours at prominent DC landmarks  

• Fine art pieces 

Don’t delay – start bidding today! The Bark Ball Online Auction is LIVE and EVERYONE can bid. The auction will close at 8:00 PM on Saturday, June 20, 2015. You do not have to be present at the Bark Ball to bid and win. 

Event Information: Date:  Saturday, June 20, 2015 Time:  6:00 – 10:00 PM Location: Washington Hilton   1919 Connecticut Ave NW   Washington, DC Tickets: www.barkball.org   

 

For more information, visit us online at www.barkball.org, call 202-735-0324, or email events@washhumane.org.  

A limited number of Bark Ball Press Passes are available. Please contact Rachel Thaler at rthaler@washhumane.org or 202-735-0323 for information. 

About Washington Humane Society: The Washington Humane Society (WHS) is the only Congressionally-chartered animal welfare agency in the United States and has been the leading voice for animals in the District of Columbia since 1870. WHS provides protection and care to more than 51,000 animals each year through its broad range of programs and services including: sheltering, adoption, humane law enforcement, spay and neuter, humane education, human – animal rehabilitation programs, and lost and found services. For more information, please visit www.washhumane.org.

Below are some of the items up for auction. To see the full on-line auction, click here: 

#115 - Beautiful Cherry or Maple Tree from Wheat's Lawn & Custom Landscape, Inc.

Details: Highlight your home with a beautiful tree. Wheat's Landscape will provide and deliver a 7-8 foot Maple or Cherry Tree to your residence.

#130 - Black and White Professional Pet Drawing

Details: Black and white professional pet portrait of cat.

#182 - Cynthia Howar Fine Art

Details: 2007 piece: "Students in Class" - 30" x 40"

#116 - Two Tickets to "The Guards" at Ford's Theater

Details: Enjoy two (2) tickets to 'The Guards' at Ford's Theater in Washington DC (September 25-October 18, 2015)

#112 - Seven Days in Big Sky Montana

Details: Take advantage of a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the biggest skiing in North America. Schedule a one week stay in the Big Sky Flakes condo in beautiful Big Sky Montana. This 2 bedroom, 2 bath condominium has a full kitchen, gas grill, Sauna/hot tub, an additional sleeper sofa, dining table for 8, free Wi-Fi, multiple cable TV's and a fireplace with wood included. There are free shuttles to and from the ski-lift (10 minute ride). This is also a great Summer Getaway to explore the Northwest location a short drive to Old Faithful and the northern entrance to Yellowstone.

#199 - Harvey Bone-a-Part Cat Basket

Details: This is the gift basket for the ultimate cat lover and includes a pet brush for cats, treats, collar, laser pointer to play with, scratch mat and pad, framed cat picture, 15% of any purchase coupon and a plush Petlinks System cat bed.

#101 - VIP Redskins Package

Details: This package is for the ultimate Redskins fan and includes 2 Club Redskin tickets with access to the StubHub Club Level, premium concessions and leather padded seats; 2 pre-game tickets, and a VIP parking pass.

#146 - Washington Nationals vs LA Dodgers Tickets for Four

Details: Four (4) tickets to the Nats vs Dodgers game on Friday July 17, 2015 at 7:05 PM. Seats are in section 117 Row U between third and home plate.

#209 - Crab Dinner for Two from Harbour House Crabs

Details: This gift basket is perfect for a summer dinner on the porch and includes glasses, mallets, and a $150 gift card to Ilovecrabs.com

#169 - Ronald S. Perlman, MD - $1,000 off Surgeon Fee

Details: This certificate entitles you to $1,000 off any surgical procedure regularly valued at $2,500 or more with Ronald S. Perlman, MD Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Laser and Cosmetic Surgery.

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Washington, DC - Washington Humane Society’s 28th Annual Bark Ball – June 20, 2015 – Tickets Available Now!

DC’s Premiere Black-Tie Gala that all the Dogs are Barking About Washington, DC – Shake out that tux and brush off your “tails”, the Washington Humane Society’s Bark Ball returns for the 28th year on Saturday, June 20, 2015 at the Washington Hilton, 1919 Connecticut Avenue, NW from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Guests are invited to celebrate in style at DC’s original black-tie gala for canines and their human companions.

This year we welcome back as Master of Ceremonies, Washington Redskins Senior Vice President and Executive Producer of Media, Larry Michael. Co-Chairs for the event are Terri Fariello, Beth Viola, and Michael Wascom.

The benefit kicks off with a reception, an extensive silent auction and Bark Bar at 6:00 pm, followed by dinner, a formal program, live auction, and dancing from 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm. Leashed dogs are encouraged to attend (no retractable leashes please).

General tickets are $250 each and tables are $2,500. Once again, we are offering a limited number of Young Professionals tickets for those 35 and under at just $150. Guests will enjoy a cocktail reception and 3-course meal, along with a special Bark Bar for the pups.

Tickets and tables are available online at www.barkball.org. This event will sell out! Last year’s event brought together 500 dogs and upwards of 1,000 animal advocates, raising over $620,000 to benefit the critical programs and services of the Washington Humane Society. All proceeds from the event will support the more than 51,000 animals WHS provides comfort and care to annually.

To purchase tickets and for more information, including sponsorship information, visit us online at www.barkball.org, call 202-735-0324, or email events@washhumane.org.

A limited number of Bark Ball Press Passes are available. Please contact Rachel Thaler at rthaler@washhumane.org or 202-735-0323 for information.

  

Website: Washington Humane Society

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Washington Humane Society - Meet Kaelyn, For Her 7th Birthday She Requested Donations for WHS Instead of Presents - She Raised $472!

Washington, DC - The Washington Humane Society and our animals are giving a big huge shout out to Kaelyn! For her seventh birthday, instead of asking for presents, Kaelyn asked her friends and family donate to WHS. She raised $472 dollars and collected toys, blankets, food, and much more for our animals. She even braved the snow to drop it all off! Help us give Kaelyn a huge 'Thank You!'

This is a great way for anyone under the age of 18 to help out the Washington Humans Society. If you know anyone who would like to volunteer like Kaelyn did, please e-mail volunteer@washhumane.org.




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Tips on Introducing Your New Adopted Puppy/Dog to Your Home

First let me congratulate you for adopting a pet, and saving a life! The animal shelters are full of homeless animals that need forever homes...and you chose to give one a forever home! Congratulations!

There is nothing more exciting then bringing home your new dog or puppy.   Here are a few simple tips you can use in order to make the transition smooth:

• Ask the shelter what type of dog food they were using so you can retain a little bit of consistency for him. keeping the food the same, it gives him something familiar to sink his teeth into.   

• If you decide to change his brand of food, introduce it to him gradually after the initial week, so his digestive system can get used to it.

• If you already have other dogs in the home, feed your dogs at different locations so they are not fighting over their food.

• Be sure to set up your new dog’s safe retreat area prior to bringing him home.  Put his toys, bowls, and blanket there too.  

• When you bring him home, show him his special new area and let him get used to it at his own pace.  Consider setting up this special place for him in the family room or kitchen so he’s near where the action is versus the garage or basement.  

• Dogs are social and so it’s important for him to know that people are around!

• Introduce him to the entire family by letting everyone hold and gently play with him.  Keep a watchful eye on younger children as their excitement could be overwhelming to some dogs.

• Your dog may be especially lonely at night when the house is quite and dark.  Consider putting his crate into your bedroom so he knows you’re nearby.

• Keep a leash nearby as your dog will most likely need to go to the bathroom in the middle of the night.  You don’t want to be scurrying around in the dark looking for the leash!

• If you’re bringing home a dog where there are already two resident dogs, you may notice them exhibiting pack behavior where they may begin ganging up on the newcomer.  If this happens, assert yourself and immediately stop this behavior.

• If you have a resident dog and introduce a newcomer, don’t forget to shower love and affection upon the resident dog too.  If you don’t, it could produce an anxiety and jealous ridden dog who will then exhibit aggressive behavior toward the newcomer.

• Introduce a newcomer to resident dog in a neutral location, such as a fenced in area.  Supervise the dogs’ interactions with each other.  When the dogs are interacting, give a lot of praise for your dog’s good behavior and make sure you’re stern when he isn’t good.

• Make sure you have different spots for your dogs to retreat to when they are tired and need to relax.  You don’t want your resident dog fighting over his territory when he’s already trying to adjust to a newcomer!

• At the end of the day, it’s important to stick with a routine so he knows what to expect and when.

And the best advice of all is to shower your new dog, and any resident dogs with plenty of love and attention as he’s now a part of your family!


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The Washington Humane Society Unveiled it's New Pet Transport Vehicle on May 12 - Pet Parents and Their Dogs Participate in Doga - Dogie Yoga! - Take a Look at the Pictures!

The Washington Humane Society unveiled it's new pet transport vehicle on May 12, 2012. This new mobile adoption center, an accessible animal transport van that will help the organization bring more adoptable pets into the Washington metro community. The vehicle was acquired thanks to a $150,000 grant from the Stanton Foundation, a New York based foundation created by Dr. Frank Stanton, a media pioneer and lifelong dog owner and admirer.

The mobile adoption center will allow DC animals to meet members of our community in the neighborhoods where they live and work, providing tremendous opportunity to build hundreds, and eventually thousands more families.

When people have the opportunity to meet dogs outside the shelter environment it is much easier for them to make a connection and visualize them in their own homes.

To celebrate the arrival of its new mobile adoption center, the Washington Humane Society hosted an unveiling in conjunction with its 8th Annual Doga event on May 12, 2012.

Take a look at the pictures of this event! You may have missed this year's, but you will have time to attend the 9th Annual Doga Event, next year!

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Washington Humane Society to Unveil New Mobile Adoption Center Saturday, May 12

The Washington Humane Society (WHS) will unveil its new mobile adoption center, an accessible animal transport van that will help the organization bring more adoptable pets into the Washington metro community in conjunction with its 8th Annual Doga (doggie yoga) event.

The community is invited to:

• Meet adoptable pets
• Tour the vehicle and submit suggestions to “name” it through a Facebook voting contest
• Ask volunteers about fostering and helping WHS
• Participate with their dog in doga (doggie yoga), an hour of stretching, snacks, and dog treats with Tranquil Space Yoga

The vehicle was acquired thanks to a $150,000 grant from the Stanton Foundation, a New York based foundation created by Dr. Frank Stanton, a media pioneer and lifelong dog owner and admirer.

When:
Saturday, May 12, 2012
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Doga will take place from 11 a.m. to noon

Where:
Rose Park
Near 26th and P Streets NW
Washington, DC

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