During my “day job” as a stylist, I hear a lot of stories from a lot of people. Recently, I’ve been hearing a lot about hardship and heartbreak and wanted to do something to change that. When I told the folks at Mezzanine Salon about my idea for The Pet Project, they were supportive. Really supportive. In fact, their enthusiasm was so contagious that clients started volunteering their time, giving me email addresses and asking me how they could help. Within a matter of weeks, the idea became so much bigger than myself that I couldn’t NOT do it. That is, in part, how this began.
Another great source of inspiration has, of course, been my own pets. Currently, I live with two dogs, Stella and Rosie. Before they came into my life, I had the privilege of sharing my home with two cats, Sophie and Maggie. My relationship with each of them has been unique, intimate and enriching. They are my best friends and have been just as fundamental to my well being and growth as any family.
Lastly, I don’t think I could have even thought of anything like this if it weren’t for my parents. From them, I learned that doing the right thing isn’t always the easiest way, but it’s the only way. They are always the first to give someone a hand and the last to ask for something in return. They are generous beyond all imagination. I hope to keep passing that on.
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Hello Kim, I want to volunteer for you on your first annual pet event. Let me know what I can do. I look forward to talking with you. . AND I want to join up with your group on the Walk For Hunger at the MOA. Where and what time is everyone meeting?
Shelly,
Thanks for writing! I didn’t see this until today, so I’m sorry for the delay in getting back to you. Please send an email to me at thepetprojectmn@gmail.com. If I don’t see one from you, I’ll send one your way.
Hi, Kim,
Hannah Ellis suggested we “meet,” probably because I am also a pet lover (currently have 2 Dachshunds) and am a resourceful person, especially connected among local nonprofits, food shelves, etc..
I’ve visited your Web site and am very impressed with your mission. Please let me know how I can help
Best,
Katherine Werner
Hi Kim,
I’m sure this isn’t the best way to get in touch, but I couldn’t find any other contact info, for Halloween I’d like to go as a bag of dog food, if you could supply me with a few large empty bags of dog food, I could supply you with a donation to help replace those empty bags with brand new full bags of dogfood.
Andrew
Thank you writing. Anyone who’d looking to get in touch with us can click on “info@thepetproject@gmail” at the bottom of the web page or email directly to thepetprojectmn@gmail.com
Have a Happy Halloween.
Hi - I dropped off some bags of food last Friday, donated by families from Breck School in Golden Valley. Thanks for coordinating this effort!
Nan Zosel, Breck Lower School Chaplain
(I wasn’t sure if email on card was correct, so I thought I would leave message here too.)
Nan…Thank You! I didn’t get your email, so I’m glad you wrote. I thanked you guys on Facebook and now that I have a name, a thank you is on it’s way!
I enjoy this site, it is worth me coming back
Sorry I did not mean to do that Skot Wagner. I live in Ham Lake and want to help out! Do not work and want to volunteer to support an excellent cause!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Contact me.
I don’t think my message got through. Trying again. I love the ST article as well. Read it several times yesterday when I saw it on the extra paper we have here at work. I’m into horses and I know that horse owners are having problems as well. They sometimes turn their animals lose or leave them to starve. Well anyways I was wondering if clinics would help out with horses as well if the word got around and donations started coming in. Comments please
Marian,
I just sent you an email. I didn’t see your first post either….but I see it now.
It would be great if The Pet Project could help address this issue….it’s a big one.
Help us out horse lovers! Tell us more about how the food could be distributed. (The food shelf model might not be enough outreach for this)
Kim: Great article in the Strib today. The fiscal agent posibility will be very helpful to you to raise funds. I hope the Hallie Q. Brown enter will follow through with you. I’ll send a donation today in memory of my aunt, Dodo Paul, who loved cats (and dogs) and painted hundreds of pet portraits over her lifetime. She would be very happy to hear of your work. Best wishes.
Hey, Kim!!!
Saw the article about your project in the MSP paper this AM!! Yeah for what you’re doing for those “special” people in our lives!
I work at a vet clinic in Stillwater, MN and wonder if you would consider branching out to this area??? My employment there followed a long and curious route including a bout with unemployment and my love of critters so your article really struck a chord!
My friends are all dog, cat, etc lovers/owners and of course I have the connection with the clinic here. Let me know what you think.
Thanks for what you’re doing…it’s very special and admirable!!
Anne
I love the story in the paper as well. Read it yesterday. I’m into horses as well and I was wondering if clinics would take in bags of horse feed if the word got around.
Anne,
Thank you so much for your words of encouragement. If we can get the volunteers, we can get to Stillwater. Who wants to help? Send me an email! thepetprojectmn@gmail.com
Thanks for getting this information out. i was looking for a place to make a donation in honor of our beloved dog Tahoe who we obtained as a rescue and enjoyed for 11 years. He kindly let us know in June that he was tired and ready to leave us. He tought our family unconditional love, get your butt out and walk in the park, smell the “roses” along the way, and hop in the car whenever you can.
because of that funny smell, scott. Love you kim
Hi-love what you are doing. Can you use food that is expired? What other restrictions do you have. I volunteer for a rescue that sometimes gets extra food. Thanks for your efforts. You may keep a dog from coming into our rescue. Laura
Hi Kim!
My church, Northeast Community Lutheran Church does two low-cost vaccine clinics for dogs and cats every year. We also have dog and cat food in our Little Kitchen Food Shelf.
We’d love to talk to you about partnering, or how we can support each other’s good work.
You Rock, Sister!
-Cathie W.
Cathie,
I’ve sent a bunch of emails!!!! Where are you, lady?
Kim! this looks great. Awesome work.
Thank you! My friend Treden Wagoner did an awesome job.
Awesome work, Kim! Kiba the Greyhound thanks you, too!
.Morgan.
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This is awesome! Let me know if I can help!
You Rock!!
Why did Patches bite me so much?
Good work, I am so proud of you.
I just moved here and want to help on this side of town!!!!!!! What do you want me to do?? I do not work, no kids, well my 2 labs Gunny and Cheerio!!!!!!!!!!! LOL