A not for profit fund in Central New York providing financial assistance for veterinary costs for animals in need.


Diverse range of items donated for Shamrock's Celebration 2011

(Syracuse, NY) - The Central New York community has shown great support for the Shamrock Animal Fund through its generous donation of a diverse range of items for silent and live auctions and raffle at Shamrock's Celebration 2011 on March 19th.  Many of the areas signature businesses and names have given to the fund including: Stickley, M. Lemp Jewelers, Jim and Juli Boeheim Foundation, Cazenovia Jewelers and Metro Mattress. Some of the regions top restaurants have given gift certificates such as Brewster Inn, Joey's, Lincklaen House, Kitty Hoynes, Julie's Place, Aunt Josie's and Pastabilities. 

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Shamrock Animal Fund Announces Honorees for Shamrock's Celebration 2011

(Syracuse, NY)  - The Shamrock Animal Fund is proud to announce its honorees for Shamrock’s Celebration 2011 on March 19th in Syracuse, New York. Three veterinarians are being singled out among many who have helped make the Shamrock Animal Fund a success in its inaugural year. They are Dr. Kathryn McGonigle of the
Cornell Veterinary Hospital in Ithaca, New York and Dr. Eileen Fatcheric-Burns and Dr. Susan Behrens Losito, Co-owners of the Fairmount Animal Hospital in Camillus, New York.  read more »


Television promotion begins for Shamrock's Celebration 2011

Here's what viewers of NBC 3, CBS 5 and CW 6 are now seeing inviting them to join us for Shamrock's Celebration 2011.

 


Today's Central New York Woman magazine profiles co-founder of the Shamrock Animal Fund.

Today's Central New York Woman magazine has chosen Shamrock Animal Fund Co-Founder and President Jamie Pomilio-Mulcahy for a "Her Passion" feature article in the March 2011 edition.

Shamrock Animal Fund is also positioned nicely on the calendar for the Greater Syracuse area St. Patrick's Day festivities. There's the Shamrock Run on Tipperary Hill on March 5th, the St. Patrick's Parade Downtown on March 12th and Shamrock's Celebration on March 19th at PJ's Pub and Grill in Armory Square.  read more »


Isabel the St. Bernard recovers from being hit by a car

WARNERS, NY - The Kiteveles family lives along a busy Warners Road. In early December their granddaughter took their 3 year old St. Bernard named Isabel outside. "The kids all love her. She's a big teddy bear," said Denny Kiteveles. Isabel is a powerful dog weighing nearly 100 pounds. IMG_3821_1.JPG  read more »


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Reservations for Shamrock's Celebration 2011 RSVP date extended

We are now accepting payment to attend Shamrock's Celebration 2011.  We are holding this festive, cocktail fundraising event on Saturday March 19th at 6:30 pm at PJ's Pub and Grille at 116 Walton Street in Armory Square. Donation for the event is $50 per person.  

The RSVP deadline HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO MARCH 11TH due to strong demand. There will be no admission at the door.IMG_9023_2_1.jpg

You can make your payment to attend or donate by credit card by clicking on How to Donate at the top of this page.  Please send an e-mail to info@shamrockanimalfund.com noting you plan to attend Shamrock's Celebration after paying through CoCard checkout.

The menu includes Corned Beef & Turkey carving stations, mashed potato bar, Big Mama's miniature cheesecakes, wine, beer and soda.  We will also have entertainment, a silent auction, raffle and a live auction of a Syracuse University basketball autographed by the 2011 team. And an opportunity to bid on a Harvey Ellis rocker generously donated by Stickley.

You are already hearing about the event on television, radio, CNYCentral.com, this website and our Facebook page

Our first year has been highly rewarding and successful in assisting with the care of animals and their owners with financial need. Your continued support is critical to continue and build on what the Shamrock Animal Fund has begun.

We are also accepting donations if you are unable to attend, but would still like to support the Shamrock Animal Fund.

Checks can be made out to:  Shamrock Animal Fund, 7815 Karakul Lane, Fayetteville, NY 13066.

Questions please e-mail us at info@shamrockanimalfund.com

 


Brownie: Dog who was shot in Syracuse recovers from surgery

SYRACUSE, NY- A veterinary surgeon has operated on "Brownie" the shepherd mix to help the dog recover from a gunshot to the neck.

February 12, 2011 update: Brownie gets good report at veterinary clinic no further surgery needed. 

A bullet pierced Brownie's trachea while the dog was in his own Syracuse backyard the Sunday before Thanksgiving.  Dr. Timothy Robinson of the Veterinary Medical Center of CNY performed the surgery Wednesday when Brownie became puffy from air leaking into his tissue from holes in his trachea. Brownie3_1.jpg

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Jacob the hound's story on NBC 3, CW 6, CBS 5 and CNYCentral.com

 OSWEGO COUNTY, NY - As Sue Fisher rubbed the neck of her basset hound Jacob she looked at the nine year old and quietly said, "Thanksgiving and Christmas, those are the best holidays." It was the kind of conversation an owner has with her dog as they pass time in a waiting room before a beloved pet's life saving surgery.

Click here to read and watch Jacob's story on CNYCentral.com.  jacob_the_hound_1.JPG  read more »