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May 2025 Newsletter
Tails on the Town—Thank You to Our Community!
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Many thanks to our 2025 sponsors:
Bailey Weiler, One World Catering, One World at Woolery Mill, Baird Trust, Bomba Stallsmith Rabadi Group–Baird Private Wealth Management, Balloons Over Bloomington, Duke Energy, German American Bank, Hurlow Wealth Management Group, Indiana Oxygen, Mannered Mutts Training, Oliver Winery, Scout’s Honor, Smithville, Sowders Landscaping, The Dog House, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, TJV Balloons, WS Property Group & C3, Bloom Magazine, BloomingPaws, City of Bloomington–Office of the Mayor, IU Credit Union, Mallow Run Winery, Needmore Coffee Roasters, Secretly Distribution, Slotegraaf Niehoff PC, A.J. Bowlen–RE/MAX Acclaimed Properties, Mad 4 My Dog, Tracee Lutes–RE/MAX Acclaimed Properties, and Singota Solutions.
Pet Health Matters: Lyme Disease Awareness
May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month, and with the arrival of warmer days, it’s the perfect time to highlight the growing risks of tick-borne illnesses and to think about the importance of protecting our pets—and ourselves—from tick-borne diseases.
Lyme disease, caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi, is primarily transmitted through the bite of infected black-legged ticks (also known as deer ticks). As temperatures rise and people and pets spend more time outdoors, the risk of tick exposure increases.
Dogs are especially vulnerable to Lyme disease, which can lead to symptoms such as fever, lethargy, joint pain, and loss of appetite. If left untreated, Lyme disease can lead to serious complications, including kidney damage or long-term mobility issues, and it may also affect the nervous system and heart.
Preventive care, such as checking pets daily for ticks, year-round flea and tick preventives, and vaccinations where appropriate, can significantly reduce the risk of infection. It also helps to keep yards well-maintained to minimize tick habitats.
If you suspect your pet may have been exposed to ticks or is showing signs of illness, consult your veterinarian promptly. With early detection and treatment, most pets recover fully.
Additional Information:
Veterinary Partner by VIN provides excellent resources to help pet owners stay informed. We recommend their article on Lyme Disease in Dogs by Wendy Brooks, DVM, DABVP.
For additional information, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the Merck Veterinary Manual also provide helpful guidance on prevention and care. You may be interested in:
- Lyme Disease in Dogs (AVMA)
- External parasites (AVMA)
- Preventing Ticks on Pets (CDC)
- Lyme Disease (Lyme Borreliosis) in Cats (Merck)
Donation Drive at Bloomington Menards
Bloomington Menards at 1285 Liberty Dr, Bloomington, IN 47403 is holding a donation drive for MCHA through May 31! On your next shopping trip, please consider picking up an item or two from our wish list. Menard’s has made giving easy—purchased items may be dropped in the donation bin on your way out of the store!
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We’d also like to extend our gratitude to Shadday Realty Group at Century 21 Scheetz who recently held a two-week Earth Day Donation Drive and Celebration Event in which they collected wish-list items for MCHA and our friends at Middleway House. We truly appreciate the generosity of our community!
Dine & Donate at Bucceto's | Wednesday, May 14
What easier way to support MCHA’s mission than by attending a Dine & Donate event and enjoying a delicious meal in the process?
Take a night off from cooking and enjoy pizza and pasta with personality! On Wednesday, May 14, both Bloomington Bucceto’s locations will donate to MCHA 20% of food and beverage purchases from all guests who bring in the event flyer between 4–9 p.m. Funds raised will directly support MCHA’s programs.
WHEN: Wednesday, May 14, 2025 | 4–9 p.m.
WHERE:
Bucceto’s East
115 E State Rd 46 Bypass, Suite B
Bloomington, IN 47408
(off E 3rd Near College Mall next to Starbucks)
Bucceto’s West
350 Liberty Dr
Bloomington, IN 47403
(W 3rd & Liberty in front of Kroger)
MCHA Dog Walking Club | May 31 | 9 a.m.
Saturday, May 31, 2025 | 9 a.m.
Meet at the MCHA Animal Care Campus
791 S Fieldstone Blvd, Bloomington, IN 47403
Are you interested in joining a walking club with other dog lovers to learn how to walk trails with your dog? This will teach your dog healthy interactions, good leash-walking habits, and safe trail walking! Join us promptly at 9 a.m. on the last Saturday of each month, weather permitting. Just bring your dog, a leash, and good walking shoes for a fun walk on our walking trails through the woods surrounding the clinic.
Registration is not required; this is an open and free event!
Crew Car Wash Fundraiser for MCHA in June
Crew CarWash is hosting a fundraiser to support MCHA during the entire month of June!
MCHA will receive 50% of all the proceeds for all e-washes purchased through our fundraising link between June 1–30!
Buy single e-washes for yourself or email them to others. Great gift idea! Share with family and friends throughout Indiana and Minnesota! E-washes can be used at over 40 Crew Carwash locations.
Your e-washes will be delivered to the email provided at check out. E-washes can be printed or they can be scanned directly from any smartphone. And, Crew e-washes never expire!
Bloomington Crew Carwash locations:
3430 W 3rd St, Bloomington, IN 47404
235 S Pete Ellis Dr, Bloomington, IN 47408 (NEW LOCATION–Opening soon!)
PURCHASE E-WASH
Upcoming Mobile Vaccine Clinic | Sunday, June 8
Sunday, June 8 | 1–3 p.m.
Monroe Fire Station 21
9094 S Strain Ridge Rd, Bloomington, IN 47401
On Sunday, June 8, 2025, MCHA and the Perry–Clear Creek Fire Department will host a walk-in mobile vaccine clinic at Monroe Fire Station 21 (9094 S Strain Ridge Rd, Bloomington, IN 47401). MCHA’s dedicated veterinary team of volunteers and staff will be available from 1-3 p.m. with no appointment needed; all are welcome!
Our Mobile Vaccine Clinics offer a range of services, including legally mandated rabies vaccines for pets aged 12 weeks and older. Additionally, we provide nail trims, anal gland expressions, microchips, and preventive measures for fleas, ticks, and heartworm. While these clinics are intended for healthy dogs and cats, they are not a substitute for your pet’s annual wellness check-up with your primary veterinarian.
Subsidized pricing is available for clients who present proof of a government subsidy program, or other proof of financial hardship.
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Protect Your Dog & Save $$$ at the June Mobile Vaccine Clinic! Leptospirosis is now considered a core vaccine for dogs, and there’s never been a better time to protect your pet! When you choose to vaccinate your dog against Leptospirosis at our June Mobile Vaccine Clinic, you’ll receive a FREE Distemper/Parvo (DAPP) vaccine—a savings of $18–$22! Leptospirosis is a serious, life-threatening disease that can spread to humans, so keeping your dog protected is essential. Take advantage of this special offer and safeguard your pet’s health while saving money! |
Message From MCHA's Executive Director
Get Involved – Volunteer
- Light cleaning around the buildings
- Outdoor maintenance and upkeep
- Sorting and organizing donations for our store
Every task helps us keep things running smoothly for the animals and families we serve. Whether you’re a long-time volunteer or new to our community, we appreciate you being part of our mission!
Interested in sponsoring our newsletter? Email mcha@monroehumane.org for details.
MAILING ADDRESS
P.O. Box 1334
Bloomington, IN 47402
ANIMAL CARE CAMPUS
791 S Fieldstone Blvd
Bloomington, IN 47403
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Tuesday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Wednesday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Thursday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
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Monroe County Humane Association is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that relies on donations, sponsorships, and grants to fund all of our programs and services. EIN: 35-6064277
Monroe County Humane Association proudly collaborates, but is distinct from, the City of Bloomington Animal Shelter. For services such as adoption, lost/found pets, shelter hours, and animal control, feel free to reach out to our friends at the City of Bloomington Animal Care & Control at 812-349-3492. Together, we're caring for our community's animals.