Protecting Pets Against Rabies

To the Editor:

Last Saturday we held our 23rd annual Low Cost Anti-Rabies Clinic in Newtown. We vaccinated 19 cats and 23 dogs. This clinic was made possible by local veterinarian Dr Brian Silverlieb of Mt Pleasant Hospital for Animals and his assistant, Mary Simpson — both of whom donated their time and service; my very special thanks to each of them.

I would also like to extend many thanks to the following volunteers from the Newtown Woman’s Club, who for the 16th year assisted at the clinic:  Peg Forbell, Lorraine Vanderwende, Dot Obyrne, Carol Mattegat, and Calla Sellner. Special thanks also go to Canine Advocates volunteers Virginia Jess, Adria Henderson, Mary Beth Hemingway, and Emily Rubin, who donated their time to help with the animal control. Ann Benore and Monica Duhancik from the town clerk’s office were also on hand and issued the new 2008 dog licenses.

Thanks again to all who helped to make this annual clinic a success.

Sincerely,

Debbie A. Aurelia

Town Clerk

45 Main Street, Newtown                                                June 10, 2008