Clinic basics

Looking ahead, we have clinics scheduled at Red Lake Rosie's Rescue with MN SNAP May 24-27, July 18-21, September 19-21.

CLINIC SIGNIf you have thought about volunteering, we need help for the days of the clinics as well as the day before and the day after for clean-up. Karen also needs help with chores at the shelter and transports to and from Ponemah during the clinics, as well as transports of animals before and after the clinics to the metro.

OVERVIEW OF SET-UPPeople can come for the days they are available that we need help, but we need to know who is coming in advance so there are not too many helpers or too few. Contact DeeDee at animalrescue@redlakerosie.org for more information about volunteering.

The clinics are held in the town of Redby on the Red Lake Indian Reservation about one hour north of Bemidji, Minnesota. We have been fortunate to be allowed to use space in a warehouse building that includes a kitchen, running water and electricity to meet the needs of the mobile surgical unit.

TOM & JERRYThe Native people arrive with their pets and are checked in on our database. Some people bring animals already spayed or neutered that need shots or other treatment for injuries or illness.

BOB CLEANING SURGICAL INSTRUMENTSVolunteers help with checking in the animals and gathering information. There is an ongoing need for carrier and kennel cleaning. Animals must be watched over after surgery. Surgical instruments are cleaned, laundry is done, food is prepared and served.

CHOW AFTER SHAVEAlong with the skilled vets and vet techs, it is a true blessing when we have a groomer to help the matted animals.

SLEEPING AT THE WAREHOUSEThere is space and cots for volunteers to stay at the warehouse or there are motel rooms available nearby including at the brand new casino.

LINDSAY CLEANING CRATESIf you aren't sure about helping at a clinic, consider coming up for a couple of days to help Karen at the shelter. She can always use the help and there is a room to stay there, too. Again, you can contact DeeDee at animalrescue@redlakerosie.org for more information about shelter visits.

TIMBER GETS A COLLAR TO REPLACE A CHAINCommunity outreach is also important at the clinics. We're not just there to treat the animals for those few days, but we want to make sure everyone learns how to take good care of their animals all the time. We offer new collars, books for children, and food as needed.

BOOKSTHANKS to Mary for these photos from the most recent clinic. Anyone is welcome to submit photos and impressions for the blog at blog@redlakerosie.org.

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