The next four days are the perfect time to celebrate generosity in the animal rescue world.
Tuesday is National Day of Giving. This day was created in 2012, and it follows three days of shopping for the holidays: Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday. Although National Day of Giving was created to inspire people to support and donate to organizations and those in need, we can do that the next four days as well. Here are a few small businesses that support animal rescue you can visit online or in person. Please consider them this holiday season for your gift giving.
Cat Resale Store
If you havenāt visited Santa Fe Animal Shelter & Humane Societyās two resale stores, now is the time to go. Through Saturday, all merchandise (excluding fine jewelry and furniture) is 30% off. The two stores generate important revenue to support the shelterās °®¶¹app to save lives, support animals and spread compassion. The Cat features designer clothing and gently used clothing in excellent condition, along with shoes, accessories, quality household items, furniture, collectibles and first-rate books. Stop by either of the two locations, 3546 Zafarano Drive or 2570 Camino Entrada.
The Horse Shelter Resale Store
Every item at The Horse Shelter Resale Store,°®¶¹app821 W. San Mateo Road A, is a donation. The store will be having a Black Friday sale where everything is 10% off and 25% off two-dimensional art through Saturday.
Hersch Wilson
Dog Lessons: Learning the Important Stuff from Our Best Friends
āWhen in doubt, walk your dogā is the first of many valuable maxims in Dog Lessons, a heartfelt reflection on what dogs can teach us when we open ourselves to listen and learn. After 60y-plus years living and working with dogs, Wilson shares self-deprecating stories and lighthearted musings on a life filled with fur-covered furniture, unexplained messes and destroyed property. The resulting compendium of dog wisdom ā from universal values like loyalty and curiosity to practical lessons on napping, playing, and avoiding a serious fight ā is not only poignant but eminently good advice.
Wilsonās book can be purchased on Amazon or at Collected Works, 202 Galisteo St.
Hillary Vermont
Vermont is a Santa Fe dog mom, painter, graphic designer and card and T-shirt designer. Through sales of her art and products, she contributes to nonprofit dog and cat rescue groups. At her studio in the Santa Fe Railyard, she creates and paints mostly dog and cat images. She photographs the original art and makes more art products from the originals such as cards, prints, posters, magnets and T-shirts for adults and children.
To view products, go to
Marlene Barnes
This year is Marlene Barnesā 20th anniversary of producing funny and colorful greeting cards using her photos of rescued pets to promote animal rescue, adoption and welfare. She puts the story of each pet on the back of a card and donates to animal charities with every sale.
Marlene had worked at the Best Friends Animal Sanctuary for a few years before moving to Santa Fe, and during that time, she donated hundreds of her cards to its gift shop.
Dogonfunny cards can be purchased at
Barnes participated in the Eldorado Arts & Crafts Winter Art Show last week where she had her Dogonfunny rescue cards for sale. Barnes pledged to give at least 50% of the sale price of each of the rescue cards to EspaƱola Humane.
Boxcar
The Boxcar, 133 W. Water St. is hosting a Giving Tuesday event from 4 to 9 p.m. to benefit the Santa Fe Animal Shelter & Humane Society.
The event includes a DJ, food and pets seeking a forever home.
Boxcar will donate a percentage of the proceeds from the event to support Santa Fe animal shelter.
Escondido Santa Fe
Stop by Escondido Santa Fe, 1101 Paseo CorazĆ³n, until Dec. 13 to order from the World Kindness °®¶¹app to support two programs and causes. Money raised from the menu will be divided between the Entrepreneurial Institute of Northern New Mexico Reentry Program and the Street Homeless Animal Project.
Tracks
The Santa Fe Animal Shelter & Humane Society:°®¶¹appSprout is a medium-sized girl who has big lap-dog dreams and would be a perfect fit for any family. Sprout is house-trained and happily sleeps in her own bed. She loves over dogs and is a joyful playmate, always ready to roll over for belly rubs. She adores people, including kids. With beautiful leash manners, she enjoys short, sniffy walks followed by cozy naps. Sprout is affectionate but also great at entertaining herself ā her favorite toy is a stuffed squirrel. Overall, sheās an easygoing, lovable companion.
Max is the ultimate chill sidekick. At 8 years old, he has got the perfect balance of laid-back vibes and bursts of energy. Whether heās lounging by a person's side or on a casual stroll, Max is always happy to be your easygoing companion.
The shelter’s adoption hours are from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Call 505-983-4309, ext. 1610, or visit .
EspaƱola Humane: Frankie will soon graduate from the shelter's Paws in the Pen program at the Penitentiary of New Mexico, and applications to adopt are being accepted. Frankie has done well in her 8-week-training program with her inmate handler. She is polite and always wants to listen, and she is playful and carefree too. Zoomies are her superpower, and she would be in heaven in a yard with space to run and play and then a couch to cuddle up next to her family.
Layla is a beautiful 2-year-old short-haired tabby with a heart full of potential. Layla faced some health challenges and it took her a few days to recover and start feeling comfortable in her new environment. Although she is a bit nervous and doesn't actively seek out human interaction, Layla is expected to blossom into an affectionate companion.
The shelter is open from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Call 505-753-8662 or visit . The shelter is closed Thanksgiving Day.
Felines & Friends: Four-year-old Schatzi is a good-natured white kitty who may have been lost or abandoned. She is FIV-positive and was living as a stray when rescued. It is clear Schatzi knew people he trusted.
Three-year-old Heathcliff is a handsome orange tabby caught during a tramp, neuter and release operation. He arrived at Felines & Friends with an injured tail and tested positive for FIV. This sweet boy has fully recovered and is ready for an indoor life.
To meet Schatzi, Heathcliff, and any of the well over 100 cats available for adoption, visit .
Additional cats can be visited at Teca Tu, Petco and the Turquoise Teapot & Cat Cafe.
Dew Paws Rescue: Pennie desperately needs a foster home. This 83-pound dog is medically vetted and is fine with other dogs. She is also great with kids. Pennie is boarding temporarily in Santa Fe but would do better in a more permanent foster or forever home. Anyone interested in fostering or adopting may call 505-412-9096 or email infodewpaws@gmail.com.
The Horse Shelter: Gidget is a 3-year-old sorrel mare. She is learning groundwork. Gidget is a sweet and super cute but is a small pony and won’t get much bigger. Gidget is halter-broke and has learned basic handling skills. Review her video at or call 505-577-2193.
