AVHS RECEIVES Grant from Grey Muzzle ORGANIZATION
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 19, 2019
Media Contacts: Auburn Valley Humane Society – Sharon LaVigne/Keely Lanaghan, slavigne@auburnvalleyhs.org, klanaghan@auburnvalleyhs.org, 253-249-7849
Barbara Castleman, The Grey Muzzle Organization, barbara@greymuzzle.org, 505-310-3236
Presley is one of many great senior dogs at Auburn Valley Humane Society that will benefit from the Grey Muzzle grant. — Photo credits to AVHS
Auburn Valley Humane Society Receives grant from The Grey Muzzle Organization to help senior dogs Diagnostic testing, veterinary and dental care will be provided for senior dogs
AUBURN, WA— Old dogs have something to wag about this summer, as The Grey Muzzle Organization announces the recipients of its annual grants, and dogs at Auburn Valley Humane Society are among the winners.
Auburn Valley Humane Society in Auburn is one of 62 animal welfare groups chosen from 240 applicants to receive a grant to help local senior dogs. The groups received a total of nearly $419,000 in grants to help save or improve the lives of at-risk old dogs in communities nationwide.
The Grey Muzzle Organization grant will allow Auburn Valley Humane Society to provide diagnostic testing for senior dogs in our care. The grant will give senior dogs the veterinary and dental care they need so they can have a second chance in life, and ensure new families have a clear understanding of their new pet’s individual needs.
“This grant will help us give senior dogs like 14-year-old Presley the veterinary screening and care he needs so he’ll be ready to go to a forever home prepared for his needs,” said Phil Morgan of AVHS. “No one is more grateful or loving than an old dog, and we’re looking forward to helping more senior dogs get the second chance they all deserve.”
In the past 11 years, the national nonprofit Grey Muzzle Organization has provided almost $2 million in grants to support its vision of “a world where no old dog dies alone and afraid.”
“Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we’re delighted to help deserving organizations like Auburn Valley Humane Society make a difference in the lives of dogs and people in their communities,” Grey Muzzle’s Executive Director Lisa Lunghofer said. “Many senior dogs in the Auburn area are enjoying their golden years in loving homes thanks to the wonderful work of Auburn Valley Humane Society.”
About The Grey Muzzle Organization
The national nonprofit The Grey Muzzle Organization improves the lives of at-risk senior dogs by providing funding and resources to animal shelters, rescue organizations, sanctuaries, and other nonprofit groups nationwide. For details, please visit www.greymuzzle.org.
About the Auburn Valley Humane Society
Opening its doors in 2013, Auburn Valley Humane Society enriches the lives of companion animals and people through animal sheltering, programs and community engagement. Auburn Valley Humane Society is much more than just “the pound.” It’s a community education center where pets and people can come together. AVHS is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization who partners with the city of Auburn for the housing of the lost and stray animals within the City of Auburn. AVHS also serves King and Pierce Counties for owner relinquishment and adoptions. Please visit www.auburnvalleyhs.org and be sure to follow AVHS on Facebook and Instagram.
Photo caption: Presley is one of many great senior dogs at Auburn Valley Humane Society that will benefit from the Grey Muzzle grant. For more information, please visit www.auburnvalleyhs.org or call: 253-249-7849.