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A blog by the friendly folks at Midland Humane Coalition
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 Wendys & hubby helping out at the Shot Clinic Wendys Rodriguez
Wendys has been to pretty much every Shot Clinic since she started volunteering. She enjoys helping out so much so that she even brought her husband along one day! Wendys is a joy to work with - always cheerful and very patient in dealing with long lines of people coming through. We're truly lucky to have her on the team. Thank you for your time, Wendys! *** MHC Volunteer since: 6 months Volunteer position/s? My first time to help was at the Shot Clinics. I saw the information on Instagram and asked about how can I help and after that I became a walker dogs Fun Facts: I'm from Venezuela and I live in Midland, Texas. I like sports; I play ultimate frisbee every Saturday, and tennis when the weather is great. I'm a social person and love make new friends. I enjoy helping other people. Got pets? I have two dogs (both rescued) and the last one just found two weeks ago downtown(Midland) on the streets. I wish can rescue all the dogs but it's a good start for one. Why do you volunteer with MHC? What motivates you to stay involved? I do volunteer because it is my way to help all the dogs that need love. A dog is more than an animal -- it is a friend, a son, everything -- if you really love it. I do it because I can help to bring smiles to all the dogs that were abandoned and it fills me with joy when they are happy to see me. In your opinion, what is the most important work that this organization does? Everything is important. Taking care of every single dog that is there and treating them well until they get a home. Has volunteering with MHC had a positive impact on your life? Tell us about a time/incident that was especially meaningful for you while volunteering with MHC. Yes, it feels so good to help the dogs and know that they appreciate it too. If you could encourage someone else to volunteer with MHC, what would you tell them? Do it and enjoy one of the happiest experiences that you could ever have. What is your favorite thing about volunteering with MHC? Helping all the dogs! Lynne Sawyer
Lynne's passion for helping animals is apparent in her dedication to supporting MHC's mission. She has sat on the MHC board for 7 long years and counting! Thanks for your time, Lynne! *** MHC Volunteer since: 7 years Volunteer position/s? I am an MHC Board Member. Currently the Secretary at MHC. I was the Treasurer as well. I help out at Shot Clinics and set up of Furr Ball. Fun Facts: I am originally from NY. Got pets? I have 5 dogs, 2 are rescues. Why do you volunteer with MHC? What motivates you to stay involved? I love dogs and want to save them all. In your opinion, what is the most important work that this organization does? Rescuing pets from shelter (Midland Animal Services) and Shot Clinics. What is your favorite thing about volunteering with MHC? Helping the animals
Rickey Hurford
Rickey is probably the first person on site at every Shot Clinic. He tirelessly hauls the MHC trailer to location and helps unload and then reload supplies. He also happily lends a hand in the clinic whichever way he can - he enjoys hanging out with some adorable patients, too To say that Rickey is a HUGE help to MHC is an understatement. His dedication to his volunteer role makes these clinics possible. Thank you for your time, Rickey! *** MHC Volunteer since: 3 years Volunteer position/s? I haul the (MHC) trailer (filled with supplies and equipment) and setup tables for the shot clinic. Fun Facts: Originally from Bloomfield , New Mexico Workat El Paso Natural Gas in Corrosion for 21 years , Started Corrosion Maintenance Inc, Pres. / Owner for 17 years . Moved here to Midland area in 2013. Went to school in Durango , Colorado & Montrose , Colorado and grad from Durango Certificate of Appreciation for outstanding support of National Barrel Horse Asssociation for New Mexico District 1. Got pets? I have couple race horses with 2 outstanding runners What is your favorite thing about volunteering with MHC? Meeting and seeing different kind of people with cats and dogs.
Rhonda King Rhonda is a familiar face at MHC. She's a passionate animal rescue advocate and loves helping out in any way she can. She's volunteered in practically every capacity and she's pretty good at whatever she sets her heart and mind on doing! Needless to say, we're very lucky to have her on the MHC team! Thank you for your time, Rhonda! *** MHC Volunteer since: 4 years Volunteer position/s? I have volunteered in many capacities at MHC.
Fun Facts: I grew up in Odessa, left to go to school at Texas Tech, and swore I would never be back in West Texas. Love does crazy things to you, so I ended up in Midland and married Kevin. We have two sons, 21 and 24 years old, and seven four legged children. I started playing racquetball when I was 18. I played for years until I had my boys. Kevin and I met through racquetball tournaments. We traveled the state playing in tournaments. At one time I was ranked in two divisions in Texas. I was ranked 23rd in my age bracket and 49th in Women’s A. I am beginning to play again to try and get in better shape. I coached 8th grade girls in Odessa and taught for 18 years in both Midland and Odessa. I now am an Information Systems Consultant at Region 18. I support district software for 18 districts in our region. I also submit school district’s PEIMS data to the state of Texas. I have been at Region 18 for almost 9 years. Got pets?
Why do you volunteer with MHC? What motivates you to stay involved? I started volunteering because I wanted to save cats and dogs. Little did I know, they saved me. Not only have I fallen in love with many cats and dogs, I have made life long friends along the way. I love hanging out around the adoption center with Steg and Cheryl. They have been with me when I needed friends the most. We share the same passion for pets. I have learned so much from them and from MHC. Midland has a huge stray problem. Way too many dogs and cats, around 300 a month, are euthanized at the animal shelter. I know we are their voice. If I do not help them, who will? My goal is to get many more Midland people involved in this community problem. Everyone can do something, but most people do nothing. In your opinion, what is the most important work that this organization does? The most important work MHC does, hands down, is literally saving the lives of hundreds of cats and dogs Has volunteering with MHC had a positive impact on your life? Tell us about a time/incident that was especially meaningful for you while volunteering with MHC. Volunteering has had a huge impact on me. It has taught me that we are all in this together. We are in everything together, whether you sit at home and do nothing or if you spend time volunteering. If you could encourage someone else to volunteer with MHC, what would you tell them? Our community has a huge problem with cats and dogs. As long as our shelter is euthanizing close to 300 cats and dogs a month, we have a huge problem. Many people are uncaring, unkind, and simply do not care. We need better laws and they need to be enforced. Anytime you volunteer in your community, you are helping yourself along the way. What is your favorite thing about volunteering with MHC? Looking into an animal’s eyes, believing that they know you have tried to save them, is a feeling you will never forget. Saving a life, or helping these dogs and cats to flourish and blossom back into the life they should have, can be life changing. As I said earlier, you are helping yourself along the way. You will find more kindness, generosity, love, and self fulfillment than you ever believed possible. Looking into an animal’s eyes, believing that they know you have tried to save them, is a feeling you will never forget. Saving a life, or helping these dogs and cats to flourish and blossom back into the life they should have, can be life changing.  Teresa winning with her dog River (left) and a client's dog, Chase (right) Teresa Tuttle Teresa enjoys working with animals - she does it as a professional dog trainer and as an MHC volunteer! She's been a huge help in helping us train and socialize some of the Adoptables to get them ready for their new homes. Thanks for sharing your skills, Teresa! *** MHC Volunteer since: a couple of years Volunteer position/s? Evaluating and working with dogs at MHC. (Teresa is a professional dog trainer) Fun Facts: Job: Doing what I love!! Training dogs. Hobby: Travel, I love to explore new places. Family: I have a daughter who is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst living in Austin. My son is living in Colorado Springs. Favorite food: At the moment? Indian. Live: In Odessa, TX. I lived in Midland from 1979 to 2015 then moved in with my significant other in Odessa. Got pets? I have 2 Border Collies, River and Merida. Why do you volunteer with MHC? What motivates you to stay involved? The more dogs we can adopt, the more dogs we can save. In your opinion, what is the most important work that this organization does? Saving as many as possible, finding them the perfect home and giving them the best life ever. Has volunteering with MHC had a positive impact on your life? Tell us about a time/incident that was especially meaningful for you while volunteering with MHC. Hope (a dog) - I was called in to help with a Border Collie cross who was going kennel crazy. She was frightened of people, noises, movement. I came to work with her and after 3 days, she was a puddle of love! She is now with Border Collie Rescue & Rehab waiting for her forever home. There are some amazing photos of her on their FB page. If you could encourage someone else to volunteer with MHC, what would you tell them? Time is an incredible gift. Spending time helping dogs be better socialized, walk on leash, enjoy seeing new people come to MHC. Changing the life of one dog can make your world a better place. What is your favorite thing about volunteering with MHC? Watching the dogs change from frightened to brave! I'm excited to meet and help new dogs find their forever homes.
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