Amy’s Purpose is an educational, non profit organization, dedicated to saving the lives of pets. It was created by DeAnn Lubell in honor of her soul dog, Amy.
A dogs tale: Amy’s story is on the website (provided below). I won’t share it here because the beginning and ending is too traumatic, so you can decide whether to read it or not. However, the middle part is wonderful because a human named DeAnn got Amy out of a rough situation. And we’re hoping more and more people get animals out of hopeless circumstances. You know, some situations can be prevented.
Some people say there’s too many fundraisers to do revolving around animals; specifically dogs and cats . But unfortunately, these creatures cannot speak for themselves and rely on us humans to care for them in a manner to which they deserve. To be well looked after is to love, walk, feed, groom and keep them healthy. It’s the least we can do. They’re family members and when we get pets it’s a lifetime commitment.
Many people do properly look after their pets, but sadly, many do not. But even good dog/cat owners sometimes come across problems they didn’t foresee coming. That’s mostly what Amy’s Purpose is all about. It’s about educating us to be aware of certain pet predators. It is up to us to take the necessary measures to safeguard our pets to avoid interactions and conflicts.
This taken from website: “Coyotes and other natural predators are here to stay. They have inhabited just about every region in the United States from coast to coast. They are spotted roaming in the deserts, mountains, resort properties, Country Clubs, golf courses, parks, suburban neighborhoods, towns, and bustling big cities, as well as can easily sneak into high-fenced private backyards with ease. As we humans encroach upon their space more and more, the possibility of coyote and other natural predator encounters increases. “
As a matter of fact, in Vancouver just last summer we came across a lone coyote in broad daylight in an open area we frequent. I had my dogs off leash when all of a sudden the coyote (which I thought was a dog at first until I noticed no owner in sight) brazenly started to follow us. I quickly leashed up my two and started walking briskly but it kept following us until we got to an area with more people. It was the first time I felt some panic out walking my dogs. I was told that a coyote grabbed a small dog at the local dog beach one morning too – a first. Glad I wasn’t there to witness it. I also saw two coyotes one evening right across the street from where I live. I’ve been warning people with dogs (and cats) over and over again about the dangers of predators like coyotes and even eagles for those with tiny dogs, but I know how it is when you never see them yourself. I hadn’t seen them myself until just recently. As more and more green space is being cleared for more condos and housing, where do you suppose these animals will go?
Therefore, Amy’s Purpose is dedicated to providing predator awareness and promoting safety information to help us protect our beloved pets. Its mission comprises community-based education outreach programs; local student scholarship veterinary assistance scholarships to help rectify current emergency veterinarian care crisis; and offer individuals pet loss grief counseling.
They are working on establishing a streamed speaker’s series to address the dangers of wildlife, stray domestic animals, and even *humans.
This fundraiser which took place at Willie’s Modern Fare in Rancho Mirage honoured the Palm Springs Animal Hospital’s Dr. Henein, DMV and John Garcia, Hospital Manager. Dr. Henein as it so happens, was my friend Tammy’s vet when her late dog Timbit got diagnosed with cancer. Some photos from the event:
SAVE THE DATE:
The next fundraiser will be an epic party celebrating the legacy of Palm Springs’ Premier Dog Lover – Liberace. It will be called “An Evening with Liberace” featuring my new friend Jere Ring; acclaimed Liberace Protégé and David Maiocco; no. 1 Liberace Tribute Artist. It will be held on October 13, 2024 at Casa de Monte Vista, Palm Springs – the gorgeous estate featured in “Behind the Candelabra.” Produced by Bruce Fessier. Raising funds to support Amy’s Purpose. More entertainment & dinner info TBA on Amy’s website at link below.
Karen & Tony Barone
As a side note, there is another type of predator of pets – the *human predator. Beware of unscrupulous individuals who will uncaringly steal your fur-baby for three reasons: resale for profit; bait for dogfight training and, yes, unfortunately, as a possible food source as deemed okay in certain cultures.
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