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The Ozark Humane Society has an ever-present and ever-changing needs       list.  One of our greatest continuing needs is for MEMBERS who are willing to spend a few hours a week working at the thrift shop or the shelter.  We especially need people with some experience in maintaining buildings, electrical, plumbing and drainage systems, fencing, lawn equipment repair, etc. 

 
    Old Newspapers
 
    Throw Rugs
 
    Paper Towels
 
    Cleaning supplies:  mops, brooms, anti-bacterial soaps--detergents
        and hand soaps, floor cleaner, laundry soap, bleach
 
    Toys for dogs and cats
 
    Pet carriers, all sizes
 
    Chew toys (such as rawhide bones and sticks)
 
    Dog houses

     Cat Litter - Non-clumping, Litter Pan Liners

     A good used pick-up truck or utility van.  We have to take animals to and             
           from local veterinarians on a daily basis.  Since the shelter has no vehicles, we
           rely on the generosity of members to provide this service, but scheduling is often
           difficult.  An older pick-up or a utility van in good condition would  be a great      
           asset and the donor can deduct the fair market value as a charitable
           contribution for tax purposes.     
        

HELP!  We desperately need people willing to take a dog or cat into foster care for 6 to 8 weeks.  One of the biggest problems we encounter when trying to place our animals, especially dogs, is the fact that most of them come in as strays--young dogs who have been dumped, and have never had even the most basic training.  They aren't leash trained; they don't know any commands; they are completely undisciplined.  Some have been abused. But they have good dispositions, really appreciate and respond to individual attention, and have great potential.  In most cases, spending just a few minutes a day getting them used to a leash, teaching some basic commands like "sit" and "down" and "off", and socializing  them will go a long way toward helping them find permanent homes.  Many of our cats grow up in the cages here, and don't know any other life.  They benefit greatly from having some individual attention and  not being confined in cages 24/7. The shelter will provide their food and basic medical care while they are with you.  Please consider offering a caring, nurturing environment to a homeless animal for a few weeks; your efforts will be so appreciated.  For more information call Lori Riddle, 391-2204, after 5:00 p.m. or on weekends.