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A visit to the Atlanta City Hall
I enjoyed visiting the Atlanta City Hall on November 5. At that time they banned the sale of dogs and cats in pet stores in Atlanta which helps to fight against puppy mills. 
Hanging with the W-Underdogs
Thank you to everyone that contributed to the donations we took down to The W-Underdogs in east-ATL. We took pet food, blankets, towels, toys as well as some gift bags for the kids, warm hats, winter jackets, toiletries etc.
We enjoyed our time with founder Grace Hamlin and Thomas visiting the assortment of dogs and cats they collect on the streets – all of which are looking for homes. Rob’s favorite cat was Batman (see the photo of him on his head) and favorite dog was Sugar (however of all the animals there Sugar is not up for adoption – she is Grace’s dog that helps teach kids how to approach and treat animals).
Another donation drive will take place in October hosted by Starbucks at Canton Marketplace as well as Starbucks on Sixes/Ridge Roads.
Rob’s interview with Grace Hamlin about her mission with the W-Underdogs can be found here. She called it “the best interview she’s ever had”.
We need a Feral Cat Sanctuary Park in Cherokee County
This post appeared in the July 2018 edition of the Townlaker, Around Woodstock, Around Canton and Around Acworth magazines.
Last year I went to Spain and there is a feral cat colony in a town called Lloret de Mar that the community helps keep in shape. It is a park with benches and actually a bit of a tourist destination. People go and hang out with the cats and don’t disturb them.
We have feral cat colonies here. There is one at Whispering Pines trailer park. This is going to be torn down soon and the cats need help. The Grey Project is only 4 women in Canton and they do most of the work with all our feral cat colonies. People often want to know how to help in the community.
Contact me or the Grey Project and help with spaying, neutering, feeding and healthcare of feral cats. I believe that we have to help these cats right now.
Guest Performer with iThink Improv Troupe
Thank you IThink Improv Troupe for inviting Rob to perform with you at Elm Street Cultural Arts Village and raise awareness for shelter animals. A Rob’s Rescues bin also collected a lot of cat food which will go to feeding feral cats in our community cared for by The Grey Project. It was a great night of fun and entertainment with this enormously entertaining group.
Rob received the President’s Volunteer Service Award
Rob was excited to be called into his school principal’s office a few days ago and given the President’s Volunteer Service Award and a signed letter from the White House. The President’s Volunteer Service Award is presented by the Corporation for National and Community Service in recognition and appreciation for commitment to strengthen our nation and communities through volunteer service.
Blessing Bags for the Homeless on the Streets of Atlanta with their Pets : A Thank you to Cherokee County Council of PTAs and Schools
For the Cherokee Council of PTAs (CCCPTA) 10th Annual Presidents and Principals Luncheon to ‘Celebrate the Season’, the Cherokee County schools PTAs and principals collected items for Rob’s Rescues.
I would like to thank all the schools and PTAs that donated stuff and to Ms Kathy Strom, Ms Monica Orrico, Ms. Amy Krumrey, Ms Heather Shaw and Ms. Beth Morrish of CCCPTA and also the Freedom Middle School PTA for choosing Rob’s Rescues this year.
We packed 46 blessing bags for the homeless people that live on the streets of Atlanta with their pets with blankets, food, gloves, bowls, treats, protein bars, toothbrushes and paste, gum, wipes and more. These have been distributed on the streets in Atlanta by Pet Buddies Food Pantry and the W-Underdogs.
This is exactly what was collected and packed into the blessing bags:
Dry dog and cat food : 110 lb
Cans of dog and cat food: 400
Bags of treats : 36
Carry Bags: 50
Gloves: 142
Blankets: 46
Pet bowls : 39
Bandanas: 17
Toys: 32
Tooth brushes: 44
Tooth paste: 36
Floss : 26
Soap : 18
Protein bars: 66
Packs of Gum: 57
Collars: 8
Leashes: 3
Wash cloths: 18
Hand warmers: 26
McDonalds gift cards:15
Dog coats:Â 6
Poop bags : 4
Hats: 11
Scarves: 4
Wipes: 22
Pet wipes: 4
Disposable razors : 10
Water bottles: 4
Bottles of Shampoo: 4
Additional carry bags : 36
GA Animal Project – Spay & Neuter
Rob did an interview with Georgia Animal Project this morning – dedicated to high service, low-cost spay and neuter services. Such a worthwhile organization to support. Interview will appear online once it has been published in the magazines.
In the Classroom
Rob and Irene visited a 4th grade classroom at Woodward E.S in Dekalb County this morning to talk about helping shelter animals and Rob’s Rescues. We gave out copies of the book to the kids and answered lots of questions. What a great experience – see November column for more pictures and information. Thank you to Academic Coach Ms. Dee (a director of Pet Buddies Food Pantry) for the invitation and principal Dr. Haddock (pictured) for making it happen.
Pet Food Collection Sites
Pet food collected by Rob’s Rescues goes to various places in our community including Shelter pantries, mobile home parks and directly into rural homes where the pet owners are battling to afford food to feed their animals.
There are permanent Rob’s Rescues Pet Food Collection bins at the following places :
106 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock, GA 30188
980 Woodstock Pkwy, #200, Woodstock, GA 30189
291 Rope Mill Road, Woodstock
Please support these collection opportunities and let us know if you would like a collection bin too !!!