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Annual Report 2023Bringing pets & people together since 1967Wenatchee ValleyHumane Society

Building a Safety Net for Pets andPeople in Our CommunityDear Supporters and Friends,As we reflect on the past year at Wenatchee Valley Humane Society, we are filled with gratitude for theunwavering support and dedication of our community. Your commitment to our shared mission of promoting thewelfare of animals and people in need has been the driving force behind our continued success. Today, I amproud to share with you the progress we have made in expanding access and affordability of critical servicesthrough the establishment of a comprehensive safety net for pets and people in our community.We believe that every pet and every person deserves the opportunity to live a healthy, happy life. However,we recognize that financial constraints, lack of resources, and other challenges can often prevent pet ownersfrom accessing behavioral training, veterinary care, and housing support for their beloved pets. That is why wehave made it our mission to bridge these gaps and provide a safety net that ensures no one is left behind.One of our key initiatives is the expansion of our pet support programs to address the needs of pets and theirowners. By investing in preventive measures and early intervention, we are not only improving the well-being ofpets, but also enhancing the quality of life for their human companions. Our pet support programs includeresources for behavioral health, a pet pantry, affordable veterinary care, and emergency housing forvulnerable animals.

We have also focused on increasing access to affordable veterinary care for pets in our community. Our low-cost vaccination clinics, spay/neuter programs, and medical assistance have made it possible for pet ownersto provide essential healthcare services for their pets without breaking the bank. Reducing financial barriersand promoting responsible pet ownership ensures that pets receive the care they need to thrive. The need forour services has significantly increased as families continue to experience economic hardship as housing andpet care costs have increased nationwide. We recognize the critical link between pet welfare and housing stability for individuals and families. Byadvocating for pet-friendly housing policies we are creating a more sustainable and compassionatecommunity where pets are valued family members.As we look ahead to the future, we remain committed to expanding our safety net for pets and people inneed. With your continued support and generosity, we can build a stronger, more resilient community whereall pets and people have the opportunity to thrive. Together, we can make a lasting impact and create abrighter future for all.Thank you for being champions of compassion, empathy, and kindness. Your dedication inspires us every dayto do more and be better for the animals and people who rely on us.With heartfelt gratitude,James PumphreyExecutive DirectorWenatchee Valley Humane Society

We are champions of the human-animal bond.We believe pets are family and that families should stay together.We believe in protecting, preventing, and ending animals' suffering.We believe everyone deserves the joy a pet can bring, regardless ofincome.We emphasize and rely on collaboration to achieve our mission.We believe in measuring impact, holding ourselves accountable, andadjusting as necessary to accomplish our goals.We embrace creative thinking and innovative ideas.We want to avoid duplicating efforts with organizations we partnerwith.We embrace all community members and encourage them toparticipate in being part of the safety net for companion animals intheir community.Guiding Principles

WVHS serves as a sanctuary for at-risk animals, offering them a fresh start in life. Every animal receivesindividualized care and compassion regardless of age, health, or behavioral obstacles. Almost half of theanimals we receive require medical and behavioral attention before finding their forever homes. Ensuring eachanimal's welfare and quality of life is our top priority. We are dedicated to treating our shelter pets with thesame compassion as our own pets.We use various medical and behavioral techniques to prepare pets for adoption and strive to match themwith caring families.Our team offers science-based behavioral strategies and treatment plans for animals needing extra support.Our behavior team provides community pet training, recognizing the community's vital role in animalwelfare.Enrichment programs enhance the well-being of our animals.A Safe Haven forVulnerable Animals

total lives impacted in 20233,568LIVES IMPACTEDpet meals distributed2,180families kept together577adoptions &placement1,824Our goal at WVHS is to improve the lives of pets and people and bring and keep them together. We believethat pets are family and that families should stay together. At WVHS, we provide services and resources tohelp families stay together when times are tough. For homeless pets who need somewhere to rest and find anew family, we provide a safe and nurturing environment.2023 was a busy year, with new initiatives and programs designed to positively impact the lives of pets andpeople in North Central Washington. We are proud of the many successes that would not have been possiblewithout your financial support or the time you gave volunteering.

vaccinations for7,442 2,661animalspet meals2,180households with 693Community Support ServicesWVHS champions the human-animal bond. We believe pets are family and that families should staytogether. We believe everyone deserves the joy a pet can bring, regardless of income. We believe thatall family members should have enough to eat, good health, and a good relationship with their pet.Last year we provided:

Shelter & AdoptionsWenatchee Valley Humane Society believes in an open, conversation-based adoption process that carefullymatches the lifestyle and expectations of adopters with the personalities and needs of our homeless pets. Thisapproach gives adopted pets and their adopters an excellent chance for a successful, loving life together!pets adoptedpets reunitedwith theirfamiliesstray animals admittedanimals sheltered forpeople who can nolonger care for them1,8066452,312572

Sundance was adopted by Bryce and Lindsay Davisson after beingabandoned and rescued by our Humane Officers. Now, he enjoys thecompany of another horse, plentiful food, and a stall. Despite thesecomforts, Lindsay said Sundance loves to be outside in the snow andrain, and rolling around in the mud. “We adore him deeply!” Lindsaysaid. “He is kind-hearted, quick to learn, and we feel fortunate to havehim with us!"

Nanni was at the shelter for 7months before she found herperson, Bob. Since then, she hasbeen living her best life. Andthanks to Nanni, Bob is too.“She is well mannered and fitting invery nicely,” Bob said. “She isvery, very happy now that shefinally discovered how to get inand out of the doggie door (it tooka while to accomplish that!!) thatleads into my very big and fenced-in back yard. She has the fun"zoomies" taking long and fast lapruns around the yard.... When sheis tired out from running around,she curls up right next to me andsleeps very soundly while I pet her.She is a true gem."

Corduroy arrived as a stray withmultiple injuries, including abroken jaw, dislocated hip, cleftpalate and nerve damage to hisface. Five surgeries, three daysof intensive care, and lots of TLClater and Corduroy was ahappy, healthy cat who found aloving home.Taz was 9 years old when hecame to the shelter as an ownersurrender. A sweet gentleman,he desperately needed dentalsurgery. Our partner, AnimalHospital of Wenatchee,donated the surgery to help Tazfind his loving forever home,which he did!Field Services found HoneyBunny wandering around aWenatchee neighborhood,vulnerable and lost. She’s livingher best life now in her new safeand secure home.

Foster ProgramDemetri & DominicaDemetri & DominicaDemetri & DominicaFranklinFranklinFranklinMarshmallow & SprinklesMarshmallow & SprinklesMarshmallow & SprinklesJenny & Forrest GumpJenny & Forrest GumpJenny & Forrest GumpMarleyMarleyMarleyWednesdayWednesdayWednesdayBen & JerryBen & JerryBen & JerryDonny & MarieDonny & MarieDonny & MarieAbby, Benito, Fiona & ElsaAbby, Benito, Fiona & ElsaAbby, Benito, Fiona & ElsaSalsa, Licorice,& RomanoSalsa, Licorice,& RomanoSalsa, Licorice,& RomanoClement & DamaraClement & DamaraClement & DamaraJasper, Crystal, Opal &Jasper, Crystal, Opal &Jasper, Crystal, Opal &AgateAgateAgateCora, Beatrice & AsherCora, Beatrice & AsherCora, Beatrice & AsherSome of the kittens fosteredby Janet and Mark:

Fostering is an essential aspect of WVHS's community-centeredapproach. When the number of newborn kittens brought to theshelter rises in the spring with the onset of seasonal breeding, fosterparents provide life-saving round-the-clock care for unweanedkittens. When pets arrive at the shelter injured or sick, we place them witha foster after treatment to recuperate and heal. For pets that have been at the shelter for an extended time, a breakin a foster home reduces stress so much that cortisol levels remainlowered for some time after the pet has returned to the shelter. 672 cats & dogsfostered in202360foster homesJanet and Mark Woodworth arededicated kitten foster parentsfor WVHS. They began fostering“bottle babies,” unweanedkittens who would perish quicklywithout intervention, in 2021.“We do what the momma catwould do,” Janet explained.“Keep them warm, fed andclean. It’s very rewarding.” Janet and Mark created aspecial room in their home forfoster kittens, with snuggleblankets, stuffed toys, and fakefur that prompts the kittens tosnuggle. They also socialize the kittensand get them used to beinghandled, increasing theirchances of getting adopted.

VolunteerProgram

hours7,331volunteers 193 $233,125valuehours of carefor cats2,6223,236hours of carefor dogs628hours at thevet clinicVolunteers are essential members of the Wenatchee Valley Humane Society team. Volunteers help us meet ourmission every day by working alongside staff to provide crucial care for pets in the shelter. From animal care totackling the mountains of laundry to helping with adoptions, without the dedication of volunteers, we would notbe able to accomplish the work we do.

total intake,includingstrays, ownersurrendersand seizuresstray petsreturned toowners byField Officers1,695645580cruelty andneglect casesField ServicesA Rescue Story:Protecting animals fromneglect and cruelty

Last March, Wenatchee Valley HumaneSociety Field Officers responded to acomplaint about dog noise. When they arrivedat the location, they found 42 dogs trapped inunsanitary and inhumane conditions. The dogswere seized and brought to the shelter.After they received medical care and werecleaned up, the dogs were placed in fosterhomes to heal. Today, 41 of these littlesurvivors live happy and healthy lives withloving families.Sargent fell into an icy pool in the middle of winter.Luckily, a neighbor called, and WVHS HumaneOfficer Ryan Boner was able to rescue Sargent fromthe icy pool.

VeterinaryCareA dedicated team ofrelief vets, local DVMsand LVTs, and WVHSveterinary staffprovided expert carefor 2,040 animals in2023. spay/neuterprocedures1,744special surgeries, including amputations, enucleations68 Community Cat TNR218

Doug arrived as a stray with a severe form ofnon-contagious mange and a bacterialinfection. He was immediately given an exam,vaccination, pain control, and a medicalevaluation. Our dedicated partners at AnimalHospital of Wenatchee provided a treatmentplan. Now, Doug is devastatingly handsomeand living the best life with his new family.Louie was only 6 weeks old when he arrived atthe shelter with a severely broken leg. His legwas so badly damaged that it had to beamputated. After surgery in the WVHSVeterinary Clinic, Louis recovered in a fosterhome. He was adopted into a wonderful familyand is now the cat’s meow.Louie & Doug

Jimmy Dean was a littlenervous when he arrived atthe shelter. The behaviorteam worked with him tolearn some life skills, likebeing brave when he wasfeeling overwhelmed. Thetraining helped JimmyDean find a wonderfulforever home.

Clicking and treating me forcalm behavior.Playing find it and reinforcinggood choices. Staff and volunteers: Pleaseuse S.U.C.C.E.S.S. andmanagement tools. I’m a Polished Pup!I am learning life skills.Please support me by:The Polished Pup Program helps buildpolite manners. These dogs require apatient adopter and positivereinforcement training to be successful. Dogs in Need of Support (DINOS) BehaviorTreatment ProgramWhen dogs arrive at the shelter, WVHS staff are trained to assess their physical, mental, and emotional health.Using nationally recognized standards, WVHS implements individualized care plans for each dog to ensurethey receive the appropriate care.Dogs experiencing fear areenrolled in our Heroic Houndsprogram to meet their underlyingemotional needs.A pup who would benefit frombetter manners to be able to getalong in the world joins thePolished Pup program. Dogs in need of increasedenrichment are supported in ourClever Canine program and dogswho have BIG Feelings on leash orabout their things or new peopleare enrolled in a treatment plan tohelp them learn to relax.

Sheltering & Adoptions44.6%Humane Law Enforcement29.1%Veterinary Services15.8%Administration5.6%Fundraising4.8%Financials Expenses 2023*AdministrationVeterinary ServicesSheltering & AdoptionsHumane Law EnforcementFundraising $ 1,451,184 $ 945,933 $ 155,638 $ 183,202 $ 514,215 $ 3,250,174

Revenue 2023*Employee Retention CreditDonations & FundraisingHumane Law EnforcementProgram Revenue $ 658,938 $ 773,774 $ 786,814 $ 416,954 $ 2,636,480Net Assets as of 12/31/2022 $7,210,704Change in Net Assets 2023Net Assets as of 12/31/2023$616,450$6,594,254*Data presented is unaudited at of time of publication.Program Revenue29.8%Humane Law Enforcement29.3%Donations & Fundraising25%Employee Retention Credit15.8%

Physical address:1474 S. Wenatchee Ave.Wenatchee, WA 98801Mailing address:PO Box 55,Wenatchee, WA 98807(509) 662-9577development@wenatcheehumane.orgWant to help?Contact