By Barbara L. Morgenstern, Esq.
Queen City Pets
September 18, 2015
Freckles the Beagle lay quietly on the shiny examination table, her right eye swollen to scary proportions. Veterinarian Stacey Benton of the clinic Pets in Need of Greater Cincinnati suspected glaucoma and possibly an eye tumor.
October 7, 2015
Our good friends and animal lovers, Sara and Michelle Vance Waddell have made a generous donation to sponsor our pet food pantry in memory of their beloved Steffi G, who passed away earlier this year at the age of 15. The donation will allow the pantry to stay stocked when donated food supplies are low.
On Friday, April 15th, volunteers, clients, and staff gathered to celebrate this milestone.
Many thanks to all of you who have supported us generously with both time dollars. We wouldn’t be here without you! A big thank you, too, to our clients for trusting us with the care of their beloved pets. their pets.
Thanks to all who supported Petcasso 2015—Our wonderful artists, sponsors, silent auction donors, and party guests. See you in November 2016!
PB Johnston Humane Care Award Recipient
SPCA CINCINNATIApril 30, 2016, 2016
A lifelong friend of animals, Carol Sanger has created numerous ways to make a difference in the lives of those who cannot speak for themselves.
Upon retiring as VP/Esternal Affairs for Federated/Macy's in 2005, Carol joined the UCAN board and was soon elected chair.
June 16, 2016
According to the staff of City Beat, Pets In Need is the best vet helping Cincinnati pets and their people.
For pet owners, animals play a huge role in life — they’re like family members. It’s no different for people living in poverty. Pets in Need is a nonprofit that recognizes this and makes affordable veterinary care available to area low-income families.
June 23, 2016
New member, Jack Walkenhorst, DVM, recently joined the Pets In Need Board of Directors.
The former Regional Director of VCA Animal Hospitals brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the organization. Dr. Walkenhorst has been assisting in the clinic on a weekly basis. His other credentials include being a board member of the Cincinnati Veterinary Medical Association and Diplomat Emeritus of the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners.
Thanks to all who supported Petcasso 2015—Our wonderful artists, sponsors, silent auction donors, and party guests. See you in November 2016!
October 1, 2016
The congregation at St. John United Church of Christ in Reading has been a supporter of Pets In Need almost since the day the clinic opened in 2013.
Recently, Joe Clay and other members of St. John’s delivered two pickup loads of pet food. We’re so grateful for their continued support!
By Dr. Jack Walkenhorst
October 12, 2016
Obesity is a prevalent finding in our fur babies, which can significantly affect their overall health. In honor of Pet Obesity Awareness Day, Veterinarian and Pets In Need volunteer board member, Dr. Jack Walkenhorst, discusses pet obesity and shares tips for pet owners to recognize, prevent and treat obesity, before it’s too late.
October 18, 2016
By Brittany York
Calling all pet lovers: Pets in Need of Greater Cincinnati will host its third annual fundraiser, Petcasso, on Nov. 19, at The Carnegie Center of Columbia Tusculum.
New this year is the “Painted Pets” auction of unique artwork by Mara McCalmont, local artist and creator of the “Peter Max” Painted Pet, and other artists who are donating their work.
By Dr. Jack Walkenhorst
November 2, 2016
Although diabetes is a well-known disease, many pet owners don’t realize it’s not only prevalent in humans, but in our pets too. Raising awareness of diabetes in pets is especially important because although it’s not curable, the disease is more manageable the earlier it’s diagnosed. In support of National Pet Diabetes month this November, Veterinarian and Pets In Need volunteer board member, Dr. Jack Walkenhorst, discusses the signs, symptoms and management of pet diabetes.
