The Humane Society of the Felicianas gave animal lovers and others a number of ways to help raise much-needed money to provide for a low cost spay, neuter and wellness clinic.
It was a fun event held to address some of the serious animal welfare problems in the area, organizers said.
The Oct. 4 fundraiser was on site at 5080 La. 68 on the outskirts of Jackson in East Feliciana Parish.
About 150 people turned out for the event, according to Mary Jenkins Reese, executive director of the society. The visiting attendees were spread throughout the day, she said.
Visits by Rep. Roy Daryl Adams and East Feliciana Parish Police Juror Richard Oliveaux as well as Jim Parker and Rafe Stewart of the East Feliciana Economic Development District were appreciated, Reese said.
A garage sale of donated items and vendors were set up on the grassy lawn along with another tent with musical entertainment. Also included were jambalaya plates for sale and a spot to greet Santa who put in an early afternoon visit.
Next to one of the buildings was the dog washing station. Owners could get a bargain bath for their pet for $10.
A planned wellness clinic, which will include spaying and neutering of pets, will be the first of the proposed services, Reese explained. The feral cat problem and the stray dogs dumped across the parish are just two of the challenges that need to be addressed, she added.
Offering economical services to pet owners, especially those on a fixed income, and even free dog or cat food is badly needed, Reese added
The Humane Society of the Felicianas was established in 2020. Reese credits the Feliciana Economic Development District with help getting the shelter started. They provided “contacts and additional resources,” she said.
The property is leased and “the buildings and other structures were paid for by grants” and donations, she continued.
“We are currently working on a low cost spay, neuter and wellness clinic,
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