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Albemarle Donates $7000

Wednesday, 01 July 2009 07:33

Albemarle employees have formed their own charity fund, in which employees contribute money deducted from the paychecks that go to area non-profit and charitable organizations. Albemarle this year has matched $66,000 to the $33,000 raised by the employees. A seven member Albemarle committee then decides where the money goes in the community and distributes it on a quarterly basis. The Al-Van Humane Society was blessed by receiving $7,000 from Albemarle. We would truly like to thank the generosity of the employees and the committee for selecting Al-Van as one of it's charities.

Paws On The Pier 2009 A Success

Tuesday, 03 June 2008 18:00

We would like to say thank you to all of you who came out and participated this year on a beautiful Saturday here in South Haven. This year Paws on the Pier we raised over $10,000. We had exciting demonstrations, business and educational booths, raffles, pet adoptions, and much more. Wolverine K9 Search & Rescue, TipTopTails and Dogs Bay Boarding and Training provided great demonstrations that the everyone enjoyed. We also had our first Pack (team) Competition, Consumers Credit Union I and Consumers Credit Union II raised over $700 for the animals by collecting money and doing photos. Thank you goes to Liz Wright for organizing our first Pack competition.

We look forward to seeing you all next year Saturday, June 26th at 10:00 am at Riverfront Park in South Haven. For more information or to volunteer email us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call the shelter at 269-637-5062.

Without our sponsors this event would not be possible and we thank them.

OUR 2009 SPONSORS:

PLATINUM ($500+) - Albemarle, Phoenix Road Animal Hospital, Terri & Gerald Webb

GOLD ($150+) - Just My Bag, System Components, Merial, TipTopTails, Lara's Kind Care, LLC, Kellenberger Family

SILVER ($100+) - McDonald's of South Haven, Hales Department Store, A-1 Printing, Filbrandt Family Funeral Home, Blue Star Glass, Allegan Animal Clinic, New Covert Generating Company, Apple Insurance of South Haven, John & Ann Gallagher, Do-It Corporation, Robert HIddema, DDS

BRONZE ($75+) - South Haven Community Hospital, K9's R Us, Orthopedic Physical Therapy, Props, South Haven Insurance Services, Bayberry Cottage, Walt Sicard

GOOD/SERVICES - Camp Critter Country, Happy Tails Daycamp, Rachel & Patrick Moore, TipTopTails, Just My Bag, Decadent Dogs, McDonald's of South Haven, Great Lakes Graphix, LLC, V.S. Flowers, Reflexions Plus, Old Regent Theatre, Coca Cola, The Ivy Inn Bed & Breakfast, Phoenix Road Animal Hospital, Critter Cuts Pet Resort, Huntree Nursery, The Beach House, Subs N More, Wolverine Hardware, South Haven Rod & Gun Club, Pat's Pronto, Petco, Village Market, Frank Sisson's D J Service, Little Oscars, Blue Heron Search, Pet Supplies "Plus"

BOOTH SPONSORS - Allies for Greyhounds of Western Michigan, Best Friend Academy, Camp Critter Country, Dogs Bay Boarding, Just My Bag, K9's R Us, Orthopedic Physical Therapy, Phoenix Road Animal Hospital (Ask the Vet), South Haven Center for the Arts, Happy Tails Day Camp, Great Lakes Weimaraner Rescue, WellPet, Inc., Nek Jewelry

Click Here For The Registration Form

Click To Enlarge Sailboat Ride for 6, on Singlemalt
Lunch, Soda & Water provided. No holiday weekends. Tickets $20 each or 7 for $100
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2 Night Stay at Old Harbor Inn
Antares Suite corner room, riverside.
King bed, jacuzzi, fireplace, private deck. No holiday weekends.
Tickets $20 each or 7 for $100.
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Trio Travel Set from Just My Bag. The bags are constructed of green floral cotton/poly blend fabric lined in brown check gingham. The bag measurements are: Large Duffle bag 21"x 12"x 11", Medium Duffle Bag 18"x 9"x 8", and Carry On Tote 15"x 10"x 5". Tickets are $5 each or 7 for $30. (click picture to enlarge)

BeBe's Rescued Treasures & Humane Education Center

Wednesday, 20 May 2009 20:45

The Al-Van Humane Society is pleased to announce the opening of BeBe’s Rescued Treasures & Humane Education Center at 807 LaGrange Street (old Comcast Building). Our new center has a new Resale Store that features new and used items and is the only resale shop in our community exclusively benefiting homeless animals. We also have a new Treasured Pet Adoption Playroom, which is a special public-friendly kitten petting center for viewing and playing with the cutest homeless felines in the area. Come in and look at the kitty's to adopt or just say hello.

It is our hope that contributions and sales from the resale shop will provide the financial support needed for our new Critter & Kids Educational Workshops. Some of the workshops that will be offered are Bite Prevention, Responsible Pet Care, Story Hour, and crafts for kids 5 to 11 years old. We are also hoping to offer an adult Pet First Aid Class in the near future. We hope to have 2 age groups 5-7 year olds, 8-12 year olds. Registration is Monday the 15^that BeBe's Rescued Treasures, we hope to start sessions June 22^nd.

At BeBe's Rescued Treasures, you can shop, donate, volunteer or rescue an orphaned treasured pet. If you would like to donate items (please no clothes) stop by during business hours. We are open Thursday and Friday 11 am to 6 pm, Saturday 10 am to 5 pm and Sunday from 12 pm to 3 pm. We are still in need of volunteers, if you are interested in volunteering, please call Rachel at 269-767-5515 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Thank you in advance for considering sharing you time with us.

We are especially grateful to Lee Niffenegger, a long time supporter and South Haven resident, for donating the use of the building. Special appreciation to the following people and businesses for their donations and support: Rob Wood of MudMasters, Don Jenks of Carpet One, South Haven, Wolverine Hardware of Bangor & South Haven, Tom Thaler and his crew, Jessica Gray, Tyler Onken, Arlene Dickerson, Deb Myers, Harbor Humane Society, Holland, Liz Welter and Patrick Moore. Thanks to all of you!

Thank you Lee, without you, none of this would be possible!!

Al-Van Is Going Green!

Tuesday, 19 May 2009 22:14

Al-Van is going green. Would like to start receiving our Paw Prints newsletter or upcoming events information by Email? If so, please send your email address to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . The money we save on postage and paper, will go back into helping feed, care and spay/neuter our animals. Help us go green and email us your information today!

Pet Emergency Food-Bank Saves Lives

Friday, 30 January 2009 17:02

Did you know that the Al-Van Humane Society has a food-bank for pet owners in need of temporary help? Many times pet owners will come to the shelter to leave the pets they love because of temporary financial or personal situation. The food in the pet emergency food-bank, provides these owners an alternative that allows the pets to stay with their family. The primary source of food is donated by Wal-Mart which includes torn or damaged items that Wal-Mart cannot sell to the public. All pet food at Al-Van is used to feed pets that are truly in need both inside and outside of the shelter. It is our goal to use the emergency pet food-bank to help as many pets stay with their families as possible. The emergency pet food-bank is greatly appreciated and literally saves lives. If you would like to donate food or money to the emergency food-bank, please feel free to drop off supplies during normal business hours. Please feel free to call the shelter at 269-637-5062.

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