The Groton Animal Foundation would like to take this opportunity to thank the individuals and businesses below for sponsoring our 9th annual wine and beer tasting fundraiser, Cause For Paws. We are very fortunate to have such a generous and supportive community pulling together to make this event a success. Download our 2015 Cause for Paws program. … [Read more...]
Caution to Dog Owners About Chicken Jerky Products
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) continues to caution consumers about a potential association between the development of illness in dogs and the consumption of chicken jerky products. The products—also called chicken tenders, strips, or treats—are imported from China. Read the full article here. … [Read more...]
An act of kindness
In honor of their 160th anniversary last year, Chelsea Groton Bank launched a program called Acts of Kindness, which asked employees to select a charity or non-profit organization to support. The response to the program was so overwhelmingly positive that Chelsea Groton decided to continue it in 2015. The Groton Animal Foundation was recently presented with a check from … [Read more...]
Jim Streeter receives Jacqueline B. Nixon Community Service Award
Groton Animal Foundation Board member Jim Streeter received the 2015 Jacqueline B. Nixon Community Service Award during a ceremony at Washington Park on August 7, 2015. The award is given by Groton Utilities as part of the annual City of Groton Day. Jim was presented a check for $1,000 which he has donated to GAF's veterinary bill subsidy fund, which helps to defray the cost … [Read more...]
2015 Cause for Paws
Our annual fall fundraiser, Cause For Paws, will be held on Saturday, September 19th, 2015 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Shennecossett Yacht Club in Groton (get directions). This event will feature a wine and beer tasting coordinated by John Silva from Silva's Package Store and Wine Cellar, 216 Boston Post Road, Waterford. As always, the best part is that all proceeds from this … [Read more...]