WINGS OF HOPE
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ALICIA WITH BOLIN
TAN THE OLD MAN
THE ANGEL FUND IS OFF TO A GREAT START
Animal Clinic of Kalispell launched its Angel Fund in September, and the response from our clients has been overwhelmingly positive. The community has helped us raise $1,000 to assist pet parents in need, which is fantastic news for a brand-new, grassroots organization. We want to offer a special thanks to Taylor for getting this initiative off the ground, and everyone at the clinic looks forward to building on that success throughout the holiday season and into the new year. As a reminder, our Angel Fund is a 100% community-supported resource that will provide financial assistance on a discretionary basis for urgent, nonroutine veterinary care. Depending on the circumstances and the available funding level, the fund may pay for some or all of a pet’s treatment. The goal is to help those who typically have the resources to care for their pets but have hit an unexpected hardship or crisis. We want to support those who look after their furry friends but temporarily can’t due to reasons beyond their control. The money we’ve raised so far has been entirely through small donations from people like you. We are not seeking endowments or grants, so your support makes the Angel Fund possible. All money raised will ultimately go directly to care for pets in need. We have not yet selected a first Angel Fund recipient and don’t know when we will, but we’re grateful to have some funds ready and waiting for them. And the more we can collect, the more often we can help!
Alicia grew up in a mainly rural area of central California, and she remembers thinking that professional dog training was primarily limited to larger cities. “I’d like to
open up a market closer to where I grew up so people there have options too. I want to be able to help those people with lower incomes as well. We offer what’s called Team Trainer Rescue Group, where our clients can donate to help provide free dog training to those in need,” she says. As she looks to the future, Alicia has deep gratitude for the steps she has already taken. “I am proud to have been part of the team at the Animal Clinic of Kalispell for two years. I really appreciate my time here and the way they have supported me in my career. I love having the opportunity to provide this dog training service to others so they can have a better relationship with their pets.”
Ingredients
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1 1/2 cups quick oats 3–4 strips bacon, cooked until extra crispy and crumbled
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3/4 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese
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1 egg
1/4 cup chicken broth or water (as needed)
Our free toenail trim for a $20 donation to the Angel Fund has proven so popular we’re extending the offer indefinitely though the holidays. Please continue to bring your dogs in for a trim and help us grow the Angel Fund further. If you or your loved ones are considering end-of-year charitable donations, we’d appreciate whatever contribution you can make to the Angel Fund. We can accept cash donations in person, check gifts by mail, and credit or debit card donations by phone.
Directions 1. Preheat oven to 350 F. 2.
Combine all ingredients except broth or water. If the dough is too dry, add liquid a little at a time until dough is moist enough to shape. 3. Roll out dough until it’s 1/2-inch thick. Using a cookie cutter, cut dough into individual treats. 4. On a baking sheet, place treats and bake for 15–20 minutes or until golden brown. Let treats cool before serving! Store in fridge for up to 5 days.
Thank you to everyone for supporting our efforts so far. You’re helping keep Kalispell’s pets healthier and making our town a better place to live!
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