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1. Cody’s
Chronicle
News from the Copper Country Humane SocietyNews from the Copper Country Humane Society
It is estimated that over one million cats and dogs
are hit by cars each year in this country. Most
animals end up with broken bones and/or other
internal injuries. Ole and Sweetie are two victims of
such accidents. Ole, a sweet young yellow lab was
hit by a bus, and Sweetie was a young mother cat
with a litter of kittens who was hit by a car. Both
survived the accident but not without major injuries.
CCHS was called upon to help these stray animals.
Upon Vet exam it
was determined
that Ole’s front leg
had major nerve
damage and com-
plete amputation
was needed.
Sweetie suffered
from a bad break
and her leg was put
in a cast. After
both animals
received vet care at
AMC, they
returned to CCHS.
Sweetie was placed in
foster care since she was
still nursing her
babies. Ole’s recovery
was incredible. He was
like a new dog meeting
and greeting everyone at
CCHS. Having the
lame leg removed,
provided him with so
much more mobility and
after a week of recov-
ery, you would never
even know he had a leg
amputated.
CCHS is called to help animals like Ole and Sweetie
each and every month. The reasons range from
being hit by a car, abandoned and starving or abuse
but the need for CCHS to answer that call never
changes. We are able to provide such wonderful care
for these animals because of your support. 100% of
all vet care needed to help these animals is raised by
donations and fundraising events. Your support is
needed.
Fall/
Winter
2010
Survivors
The Littlest Survivors
On October 23rd, in a box on the side of the road in Baraga, were seven malnourished, shivering little puppies.
Bones showing through their skin, hair missing from their bodies, and no food in their belly. These seven little
survivors soon found a safe haven, a warm place to curl up, plenty of food and
water and lots of love at CCHS. These are the
animals you are helping, and we so appreciate
your support. You provide us the gift to save
lives. If you would like to know how to
sponsor these pups or any of our great animals
please visit our website, send us an email or
give us a call.
Thank you for helping us help them!
Ole post amputation and
recovered well at CCHS
Sweetie doing well in a cast

2. Ole is Oh so Loved!
I am writing to give you an update on Ole, whom we have now named Charlie. We found
Charlie while looking at adoptable dogs on petfinder.com. We were concerned at first because
he only had three legs. However, after contacting CCHS, they assured us that he would act like
any other dog and would be able to do anything a four legged dog could do. After taking some
time to think about it, we decided to schedule a visit. I think we can say that it was love at first
sight. As soon as we saw Charlie, we knew that there was no way he was not going to be coming
home with us. Our minds were made up, Charlie was going to be a Morissette. Since Charlie
has lived with us, he has become the center of our lives. It didn’t take Charlie long to come out
of his shell and he loves us all. Charlie also loves to go for long walks, multiple car rides, snug-
gling, and playing with his toys. We tell Charlie everyday that we love him and will take care of
him forever. Everyone who
meets him falls in love with him
because he is such a little
charmer. We are so thankful
that we were able to adopt him
and make him part of our
family.
The Morissette Family
Many of us have adopted wonderful “mix
breed” mutts and often wonder what type
of dog they are? We try to pick out the
unique characteristics of different breeds
and see if they fit our pet. Now, with
DNA testing at an affordable cost, you
can find out more about your incredible
mixed breeds. Finding out the genetic
make up of your dog can help you better
understand your dog’s behavior, health
issues and breed traits.
Can you guess what these great
adopted dogs are a mix of?
How well do you know your
furry family Friend?
Photo
“Charlie” all dressed up
as a yellow submarine for
Halloween
Lollipop
50% German Shepherd
25% Black & Tan
Coonhound
25% Labrador Retriever
Buster
33% Boxer
33% German Shepherd
33% Siberian Husky

3. Letters from the Heart
Hello, all you kind folks at CCHS, it's me, Biebs.
Well, you may remember me as Bieber, the cute little
black lab and escape artist mix who moved out about
eight weeks ago. My pet parents thought I should write
to let you know I'm getting all settled in my forever
home. They also said I should say thanks for taking care
of me until they could get there. And I should probably
tell you some of the things I've been doing since I moved away.
It was a long, lonely ride home and I was missing you guys already, but my new sister, also a black lab, was very
reassuring. She told me they were taking us back where we'd all live together and I'd meet two more sisters. Then
we'd all get fed, have play time and there would be way too much cuddles, including the dreaded "kisses on the pug."
And I haven't always been the perfect boy, like that first night, I pushed the screen out, and the next day I escaped
from my new crate and the day after that, pushed the screen from its frame. So, they fixed everything including the
crate, but I don't use it anymore. I have a different place, they call it a kennel. It's OK, especially with a peanut butter
kong and the bath sheet that make it a tent. But, you know, I really don't get to spend much time there because I have
chores.
My pet parents are nice but as my sister warned me, they're about
half blind, nearly deaf and couldn't smell a rabbit if it was sitting
right in front of them. So, probably no surprise one of things I do
is help her lead the pet poppa back home when he goes for a
walk to the river. There's also those three sisters who need to be
played with and, oh, the tennis balls, this place is crazy with
tennis balls.
I'm going to have to go now, more learning to do. I'm being
taught that just because it looks like a stick, smells and tastes like
stick, doesn't mean it is a stick because it might be firewood. But
before I go, I need to ask a favor, will someone there please give
Miyoko a big lick on the cheek for me? She's a great lady and I'm
lucky to have met her. Thanks again to everyone who made it possible for my pet parents and I to find each other!
Beiber
Hi! My name used to be Toffee. Now it is Isabelle
Rose. Fancy name, huh? My mom saw me online and
fell in love with me before she even met me. She
decided to come to the Bash, fill out my adoption
papers, and take me home! The first few nights I slept
with my mom all night long. Then I got a little more
comfortable and explored at night. I still sleep with my
mom a lot of the time, though. I play with my brothers
and sister pretty much all day. I keep everyone
busy. That's Jasper in the picture with me. He takes
care of me.
I'm so glad that I came to CCHS. They saved me and
my litter mates as well as my fur-mom. Thanks for
taking care of me until my human mom came to get
me. I love my family! Isabelle Rose
PS. My mom calls me Bizzy Girl. She says it's kind of
a pun, but I don't get it.
Beiber, the 60 pound lap dog and his new dad

4. Become at Fan!
CCHS is now on
If you have not visited our Facebook page already,
check us out at:
www.facebook.com/coppercountryhumanesociety
On our FB page, you will find out about upcoming
events, volunteering, new arrivals, special contests,
and supporting animals that need great people like
you to help them! BECOME A CCHS FACEBOOK
FAN TODAY!
All groups, including previous 2010 Grand Prize winners, will be eligible
for the "2010 Challenge Champion" $10,000 prize. This additional prize is
to be awarded to the group with the most votes from all three Challenges in
2010. As of August 2010, CCHS IS IN THE TOP 10! Voting ends at
midnight (PST) on December 19, 2010.
Your daily vote helped us win $10,000 this summer and that incredible grant
helped us make our dog kennels more dog friendly for shy and scared dogs
with special doors and kennel covers, continue our efforts with spay/neuter and
as always, care for those animals who need us most. Your votes also helped
make CCHS eligible for this special "2010 Challenge Champion" prize. Thank
you all for voting and please share with friends and family. You all are the real
champions for CCHS!

5. Nature’s Way Woodworking
2010 could by your lucky year and this coffee table
could be yours! Dave and Diana Stimac of Alberta
(owners of Nature's Way Woodworking) donated this
gorgeous hand crafted coffee table. Tickets available at
Nature’s Way Woodworking in Alberta, Hilltop Restau-
rant in L’Anse and CCHS Animal Shelter in Houghton.
Tickets are also available on-line through PayPal. Visit
our website www.cchumanesociety.com and click news
and events for more information. You do not need to be
present to win.
$5.00 each or
3 / $10.00
Suggested Donation
We would like to recognize the following businesses and individuals: 5th
& Elm Coffee House, Anita Levy, Applebee's, Arby's, Armando's Restaurant, Auto
Value, Barb's Favorite Jams and Jellies, Becki Clouthier, Beth and Bob Patterson, Bill
Vertanen, Bob and Edith Snortland, Body Mechanix, Brittany Kallio, Caitlin Pionke,
Calumet Mercantile, Calumet Pizza Works, Carla Belopavlovich, Carla's Lake Shore
Restaurant, Carmelita’s, Charter Communications, Chuck and Cheryl Roberts, Clyde Elmblad, Conglomerate Café, Cousins Subs, Daily
Mining Gazette, Dairy Queen, Renee Foley, Deborah Frontiera, Delaware Copper Mine, Denise Ruska, Diane Trudgeon, Domino's Pizza,
Dr. LeGalley, Eagle Radio, Ed Gray Gallery, Eric Danielson, Erickson True Value Hardware, Ferrellgas, Frank's True Value Hardware,
Gemignani's, Gino's Restaurant, Greenstone, Hardee's, Healthmart Pharmacy, Hilltop Restaurant, Houghton Radio Stations, The WOLF,
Jacie Fisher, Jackie Safford, Jill and Bryan Henson, Jim and Betty Aebli, Jim and Marcia Slater, Jim Cayanus, Joanne Moros, Joey's
Seafood and Grill, Karl Snortland, Keweenaw Mountain Lodge, Kim McMullan, King Copper Motel, Kris Rivest, Dr. Jeff and Dena
Ladd, L & L Bar, Lake Superior Tree Farms, LeRita Allert, Library Restaurant, Linda Laroy, Lindell Chocolate Shoppe, Lindsay Clouth-
ier, Lisa Clouthier, Lynn Czarnecki, Mac Marzke, Mary Ann Beckwith,
McDonald's, McGann's Building Supply, Melissa LaFernier, Michigan
House Café, Mike Garland, Miyoko Wisti, MTU Student Athletes, Northern
Stove & Pellet, Nutini's Restaurant, Pat’s Foods, Paul Perreault, Penney
Jaeger, Perkins Restaurant, Peterson Fish Market, Portage Lake Golf Course,
Quincy's Restaurant and Lounge, Quiznos Subs, Rachel and Patrick (Titan's
people), Rachel Jackson, Raymond Chase, Robin Stimac and Courtland,
Roger & Teresa Woods, Roger Heikkinen, Salon 1281, Sears, Selkey's
Manufacturing, Shannon VanPatten, Shea's Shops, Shelden Grill, Slim's
Café, Steve Waara, Superior Lube, Superior Pets, Superior Rent-All and
Sales, Susan Lawrence, Taco Bell, The Ambassador, The Barber Shop, The
Edge Tattoo, The Hut, The Isle Royale Line, The Loading Zone II, The
Mariner North Resort, The Torch, Tim Elmblad, The Ingram Family, Toni's
Country Kitchen, Toria Stein, Trail Creek Motors & Outdoors, Up North
Mittens, Victoria's Kitchen, Vollwerth's, WMPL and 93.5 The Mix, and Wood 'n' Spoon.
Drawing held at the 2010 TV6 Christmas Craft Show
NMU Dome - Sunday December 5, 2010
The Copper Country Humane Society held its sixth annual
Bash on Saturday, July 17th. The funds raised during the event
will be of great help as we provide food, shelter, and medical
care to the homeless pets in our area. We would like to thank the
nearly 400 people who attended the event and contributed their
dollars to the cause. Your generous support helps ensure our
continued success as a “no time limits” shelter emphasizing
sterilization as the key to no more homeless pets.

6. Holiday Music, Photos and Fun
Noteworthy in Concert
Come listen to the sweet music of this
local adeline singing group. A variety of
beautiful holiday music will fill the air.
Sunday - December 5, 3:00pm
St. Peter & Paul Lutheran Church
1010 Madeleine Street (By Sears), Houghton
The concert is free and coffee and goodies social will
follow the concert. Donations to CCHS at the time of
the event will be greatly appreciated.
Margaret Vroman
Jodi Tuisku
Robert, Holly & Eva Nemiroff
Matt & Heather Neff
Become a CCHS Cyber-Companion and Sponsor a Pet!
Are you or is someone you know an animal lover who
is unable to have pets of their own due to lifestyle,
allergies, health, or other reasons? Would you still like
to be part of the life changing experience of helping a
pet in need? Now you can be part of this caring
community by supporting a shelter that does not put
time limits on life. Your personal commitment to spon-
sor a cat or dog will help support that animal’s daily
care including food, vaccinations and sterilization
during his/her stay at CCHS. It is a great heartwarming
gift to yourself, a friend or family member and it is a
gift that helps creates a bright future one pet at a time.
The sponsor’s name will appear with the sponsored pet
on our website and be included in our newsletters.
Visit www.cchumanesociety, email or call CCHS for
all the details.
Florence Dowling
Jackie Huntoon
Mohd Safayat Alam
Emily Allen
Lina Gomez
Lloyd & Jeanne Lanto
Cassandra & Andrew’s
Wedding
Photos with Santa
It is that time of year
again when young,
old and four legged
friends get to meet
Santa and tell them
all they hope for this
Christmas Season.
You, the kids and the
pets all can get your picture taken with
Santa! Make a $5.00 donation to CCHS at
time of event get a 4x6 color photo keepsake.
Saturday - December 18, 11am - 4pm
Nara Nature Park - Welcome Center
(Building Before CCHS Shelter)
HWY US 41 - Houghton
In Honor of all the 2010 Cyber Sponsors
Northern Lights Clubhouse
Sara Kinnunen
Gernot & Julia Joachim
Stephen Osterhout

7. CCHS Memorials & Honorariums
Memorials and Honorariums received after October 25, 2010, will be featured in the spring newsletter. Thank you!
CCHS extends our deep appreciation to all our supporters, volunteers, staff and local businesses for their
continued support. For a list of those who help make CCHS possible please visit our website at
www.cchumanesociety.com and click "many thanks".
In Honor of ........................... Given By:
Person
Robert & Mary Fliesehmann ..............Katherine Dianda
Calumet Theater Archives..................Ed & Jackie Trancik
John & Gloria Myntti .........................Tim & Jackie Reyonalds
Loved Ones ........................................Gladys Kautto
Beth Patterson ....................................Larry Coke
Kora Plummer (Happy Birthday) .......Christopher & Amanda Plummer
Aili Prout............................................Elizabeth Howe
Candie Kincaid...................................Evergreen Dev. Co.
Barbara Bennington (Happy Birthday)Mary Ann Ruehling
Sally Reagan (Happy Birthday)..........Kathryn Jarvi
Molly .................................................Dana Johnson
Betty Aebli.........................................Deana Lutz
Pets
Jinx, Gidget & Ming Joi .....................Marilyn Bourbonais
Thorne................................................Theresa Hamlin
Timmy................................................Robert McCarthy
Squirty & Mocha................................Cindy Mytty
Willy ..................................................Elizabeth Howe
In Memory of.........................Given By:
Person
Mae June Wight..................................Neil & Susan Hayrynen
Mae June Wight..................................Carole Whitaker
Dear Friend Laurel..............................Elaine Kadlec
Howard Anderson...............................Suzanne Houle
Jim Jukari ...........................................Arthur & Julia Simila
Hartley & Esther Roberts....................Charles, Diane & Kay Roberts
Charles Allen......................................Patricia Benn
Bernadine Arola..................................Rodger & NancyLu Arola
Vernon Havens...................................Roland & Gloria McKinstry
Lloyd Smith........................................Filmore & Karen Halonen
Lloyd Smith........................................Eric Halonen
Arthur Kela.........................................Arlene Kela
Shirley Walot Richardson...................James Richardson
Arthur & Louise Kolehmainen ...........Arthur Kolehmainen
Ed Haltenhoff .....................................Mrs. Harriet Haltenhoff
Dr. Nara..............................................Leona Burkman
Shawn Dobry......................................Susan Rogala
Janet Papworth ...................................Laurine Gale
Chuck Allen........................................Beverly Evans
Pat Londo ...........................................Dick & Mary Tuisku
Jim Makela .........................................Ruth Clymer
Dorothy Byrd......................................Garden Friends:
Marsha, Mary, Sandra
Yvonne, Eve & Joann
Zora Zubiena ......................................Jennie Fett
James Mattila Sr. ................................Lynn Anderson
Dr. Richard Imm.................................Rick & Joan Petrilius
Dr. Richard Imm.................................Marilyn Flannigan
Helen Maki.........................................Susan Darling
Jane Aldrich........................................George & Jean Mehrens
Jane Aldrich........................................Jean Mehrens
Michael B. King .................................Med-Pass, Inc.
Art Flack.............................................Lloyd & Jeanne Lantto
Luther Finnestad.................................James & Karen Laurinaho
Helen M. Ross ....................................Doug & Jane Strieter
Helen M. Ross ....................................Frances Passerello
Helen M. Ross ....................................Charlotte Roberts
Hazel & Charles Balconi ....................Charlotte Roberts
Don Workman....................................Barbara LaFx Lewis
Don Workman....................................Geraldine Workman
Donna Peck ........................................Mark & Valerie Klobuchar
Nancy Brusso .....................................John & Mary Lehto
Don Workman....................................George & Jo Ann Ford
Don Workman....................................Norma Bauer
Dee Dee Tiefenthal.............................Jim & Sandy Williamson
Alex McLean......................................Marlene St. Clair
Jane Aldrich........................................Alberta Heveat
Ruth Feira...........................................James Hertel
Nancy Brusso .....................................Thomas Brusso
In Memory of.........................Given By:
Pets
Amber.................................................Walter & Donna Archambeau
Murphy...............................................Marlys Bacon
Karma & Pepik...................................Gretchen Janssen & Jiri Zkenek
Aughtumn...........................................David & Claire Rom
Oreo “the Skunk” ...............................Tom & Lani Poynter
Toby, Josey, Jamey & Jesse................Carol Kirkish
Missie & JR........................................Mildred Salo
Timmy................................................Roger & Kay Masters
Impi....................................................Rodger & NancyLu Arola
Oliver & Preston.................................Ginny Diroff
Maggie ...............................................Keith & Valorie Troesch
Tigger.................................................Keith & Valorie Troesch
Ginger.................................................Keith & Valorie Troesch
Tasha & Sabrina .................................Don Mattson
Roman & Assisi..................................Florence Dowling
Xerox, Cass, Clio & Xeno ..................Phil & Michelle Morgan
Waldo I & II .......................................Shirley Clark
Missy..................................................Dr. & Mrs. David Gilbert
Midas..................................................Margaret Malone
Hefe’ ..................................................John & Margaret Malone
Hubi....................................................Dennis Mack
Missie & JR........................................Mildred Salo
Axel....................................................Norman Hamstrom
Lucy Kujansuu ...................................Timothy & Michelle Seppanen
Baxter.................................................Kurt & LeRita Allert
Mack ..................................................Kurt & LeRita Allert
Baron & Huppy ..................................Fran & Barb Tossava
Kandy, Karmel & Fritzi......................Bob & Edith Snortland
Bear....................................................Bill & Nanno Rose
Tyler...................................................Barbara Trudgeon
Nikki, K.C., Tar & Tory .....................John & Luella Beaudette
Willie..................................................Merv & Marlene Klemett
Georgia...............................................Samuel & Barbara Coates
Gus.....................................................Joe Finch
Lil’ Biddle & Stickey..........................Ginny Diroff
Mickey & Jadey..................................Alice Reynolds
Sparky ................................................Laurie Druse
Molly..................................................Brian Fox & Michelle LeVeque
Jakers and Lucy
Bruiser................................................Patricia Sotirin, Tesla & Barbie
Clarence..............................................Aaron Coffey
In Loving Memory of
Candy O’Brien
Jill Saletta
Joe & Diane Bonczynski
Larry & Dawn Pallas
Ruth Fricke
Pamela Bender
Judy Noel
Berrien Co. Parole Office
Bill & Diane Loeffler
Paul & Barbara Deja
Whirlpool Corporation
Admin. Center
Boys & Girls Club of
America
Michele Wysoglad
Mr. & Mrs. Orris Luster
In Honor of............................Given By:
Pets
Cricket................................................Glen & Marjorie Symons
Tami...................................................Bob & Edith Snortland
Winston & Winnie .............................Becky Mount
Lacey..................................................Ruth Jean Barkell
Kayla..................................................John & Luella Beaudette
Tasha & Sabrina.................................Donald Mattson
Snow ..................................................Janet Barnes
Chantel...............................................Jim & Vicky Fredianelli
Lady Sheba.........................................Beverly Berg
Chloe..................................................Alan & Candace Silvola
Hunter ................................................Chris Ford
Harry & Gilver ...................................Ward Grosnick
Amos & Andy....................................Don & Kim Sorvisto
Se’nor Magnifico ...............................Sue Ellen Kingsley
Backyard Raccoon Family..................Sue Stephens
Roman & Assisi .................................Florence Dowling
Bear....................................................Cindy Radue
In Loving Memory of
Helene Ross
Doug & Jane Strieter
Frances Passerello
Charlotte Roberts
Judith Juntunen
Tony Juntunen
Gen Stone
In Loving Memory of
Ruth Feira
James Hertel
George & Suzanne Houle
Fred & Ruth Ruelle
Carol Kirkish
Bob & Mary Hauswirth
John Killmar
John & Martha Stone
David & Gladys Wiitanen
MTU - Mech. Eng. Dept.
Chris & Frances Passerello
David & Kathy Plowe

8. NON-PROFIT
U.S. Postage
PAID
Permit No. 38
Houghton MI
49931
Copper Country
Humane Society
P.O. Box 453
Houghton, MI 49931
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Thank You!
Doogin &
Gabriella
Copper Country Humane Society
www.cchumanesociety.com
Email: contactus@cchumanesociety.com
906-487-9560
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 453 Houghton MI 49931
Shelter Location:
South US 41 Nara Park Road
Houghton MI 49931
Open Hours: Mon, Wed & Fri - 4pm to 8pm
Saturday - Noon to 5pm
Sun, Tue & Thu - By appointment only