NEWSLETTER – The Paw Print Fall 2024

July 13th will go down as a great day in ECCHA’s history. We officially opened the doors to our new facility and saw almost 600 people come and check us out! The day was filled with new friends, great conversations, and most importantly, lots of animal applications! It’s been a very long 6 years since we started this project. We endured so much along the way and our supporters were very understanding of all the challenges. The community built this new humane association and for that, we humbly say THANK YOU!

Now that we are open for business, what does that mean? It means you have several hours in a week to stop by for our public hours (Wed 1 – 4, Thur 1 -7, and Friday and Saturday 1 -4) to come to check out all the amazing animals we have for adoption. It means we have a great conference room that can host birthday parties and group events, it means we have more volunteer opportunities to help us care for our animals. The list is endless.

All over the Midwest, animal shelters are full. There are so many great animals waiting for their new homes so now is the perfect time to add a family member to your home. Please consider stopping by to check out the new shelter and to visit with our animals.

We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Gooden to The Eau Claire Community Humane Association (ECCHA.) Her journey to our team is a testament to her unwavering dedication to animal welfare and medicine. Growing up in Eau Claire, Dr. Gooden’s passion for animals was evident from a young age, setting the stage for her career in veterinary medicine. 

Dr. Gooden’s story begins in Eau Claire, where she grew up in the community of the Chippewa Valley. This environment nurtured her love for animals, leading her to start working at The Ark Animal Hospital at the young age of 16.

This new role allows her to provide critical care and support to animals in urgent need, further showcasing her versatility and dedication to the field. Shelter medicine has always held a special place in Dr. Gooden’s heart. During her undergraduate years, she actively fostered a variety of animals for the local humane society.

We are incredibly excited to have such a passionate and experienced veterinarian join our team. Dr. Gooden’s journey from a young animal lover in Eau Claire to a dedicated professional at multiple locations is truly inspiring. We look forward to the positive impact she will undoubtedly make on our community and the lives of the animals we all cherish.

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We’re back for another exciting year — and this time we are headed to the Derby! Last year, we raised over $40,000 for homeless pets in Eau Claire and we need your help to do it again. Silent auctions, games, raffle prizes, a full dinner and delicious hors d’oeuvres, live music, volunteer awards, adoptable pets (weather pending), and more! Don’t miss out on the most exciting fundraising gala of the season. Get your tickets now before we sell out at ECCHA.org/events Derby attire is not required, but is strongly suggested! 

Registration is LIVE — sign up here!

Felix is a lap cat and enjoys petting and attention between naps. He is a handsome brown tabby that was surrendered in November of 2023. Felix was diagnosed and treated for diabetes just before being surrendered to the shelter. Felix’s insulin was tapered down and at this time the vet feels he needs one unit every 24 hours with his diet being monitored. He would probably do well with meeting other cats with a slow introduction as he is a shy cat.