Giving Back
Since we opened its doors in 1967 we have strived
to give back to our community, particularly by helping pets
and other animals that have needed some tender loving care.
Some examples...
The
Gift of a Lifetime: 11 Dogs Airlifted Out of Harm’s Way - December 4, 2010
(press release excerpts; for the complete version click here)
Wilton, CT – At Passage East Kennels in Wilton you can now hear the pitter patter of 11 very lucky dogs who arrived Saturday from Georgia where they had been on death row. Arriving through the generosity of members of Pilots N Paws, a volunteer pilot group which shuttles animals from areas of peril to areas of safety, the 11 fully vetted, family friendly dogs are to be part of TAILS’ Puppy Palooza event to be held this weekend, December 11th & 12th.
“These animals were given the gift of life this season,” Dorrie Harris TAILS President said. “There’s no doubt about it – Pilots N Paws and Passage East made their rescue possible. Judging from how happy the dogs are now – I think they know it, too. The stars definitely aligned for these guys!,” Harris said. TAILS sponsors the annual Puppy Palooza event, which has upwards of 100 puppies and small dogs, as a means to help place animals and to quantify the need for spaying and neutering pets: “Even allowing a pet to have one litter – and you find homes for all of the puppies or kittens – that’s 5-8 fewer homes available for the animals in pounds and shelters – so those animals are killed. It does make a difference,” Harris stated.
For on-line verserions of this story click on wtnh.com or CT now.com
PAWS
Passage East Boarding Kennels was a sponsor of the 2nd annual PAWS holiday wine tasting and fundraiser, December 4, 2005 at the Norfield Congregational Church in Weston, CT.
Adopt-a-Dog & R.O.A.R.
We also support Adopt-A-Dog Inc. of Greenwich, CT & R.O.A.R. in Ridgefield, CT.
ASPCA
Passage East donated $3,000 to the ASPCA to help with relief efforts from Hurricane Katrina.
Passage East helps save 24 greyhounds:
As seen in Wilton Bulletin & Norwalk Hour
Wilton, CT, May 11, 2005--Passage East Kennels, a fixture in the Wilton business community since 1967 will be donating over $35,000 worth of boarding services to this important cause. By partnering with REGAP (Retired Greyhounds As Pets) of CT located in Bethany, CT, Passage East will board these gentle dogs while REGAP of CT, Inc. finds them homes. "A dream come true", is what REGAP president Eileen McCaughern had to say about Passage East stepping in and offering their services. REGAP has been working for more than 30 years to educate the public on the benefits of owning a retired racing greyhound. "As passionate animal lovers, we were inspired by the actions of the Governor, and are looking forward to helping these dogs in any way we can," said Passage East manager A.J. Lucas.
