Mackenzie's Home Page Archives
Below you will find archives to the news items and events that have appeared on our home page.
Kennel Attendant Position Available
Mackenzie's needs an enthusiastic, versatile, team-player to serve as our Kennel Attendant. Duties include Cleaning and sanitation, basic physical care/obedience, and everyday needs of the animals at this facility. The Kennel Attendant must be able to pay close attention to detail along with following written directions and steps on chemicals for proper and safe sanitation. You must enjoy working with animals in outdoor and indoor environments throughout all seasons. For more information, click here.
Pups & Putts 2010
presented by:
Join us Tuesday, June 22 at Quail Ridge for 18 holes of golf, fun and prizes. The fun begins at 9:00 am with a shotgun start. Following will be a BBQ lunch, auction and awards ceremony.
Prizes will be awarded to:
- 1st Place Team
- 2nd Place Team
- 3rd Place Team
- Longest Drive
- Closest to the Hole
Quail Ridge Golf Club
8375 36th St. SE
Ada, MI 49301
Bark at the BOB - Benefit Dinner
On May 13, 2010, Mackenzie's Animal Sanctuary will be hosting a benefit dinner on the 3rd floor of The Big Old Building (BOB). A cocktail reception will begin at 6:00pm followed by dinner at 7:30pm. There will also be an auction and live entertainment.
The Big Old Building (BOB)
20 Monroe Avenue NW,
downtown Grand Rapids
Featured Artist: Jacqueline Gilmore
If you'd like to attend the benefit dinner, please click here to RSVP and purchase a ticket.
Texas Hold'em Tournament Benefiting Mackenzie's
Our popular and well-attended Texas Hold'em Tournament is back. Join us March 31st thru April 3rd for 4 nights of fun while benefiting the dogs at Mackenzie's.
It will be hosted at Lincoln Country Club (3485 Lake Michigan Dr. NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49534)
Format is simple: CASH TABLES - Fixed Limit Texas Hold'em $1-$2 High Limit All Night and $1-$2 Hold'em and Omaha Round by Round by player request.
Dates & Hours
- Wed, March 31st » 6pm - 1am
- Thu, April 1st » 6pm - 1am
- Fri, April 2nd » 6pm - 1am
- Sat, April 3rd » 1pm - 2pm
First Option… Adoption
"First Option… Adoption" is a campaign to educate people on animal overpopulation and to encourage adoption in hopes of reducing the number of animals that are euthanized each year. Please read more about this campaign.
Take the opportunity to get acquainted with a few adoptable dogs from Mackenzie’s Animal Sanctuary that are looking for their forever homes, by visiting our Adoptable Dogs.
Mackenzie's Yappy Hour
Texas Hold'em Tournament Benefiting Mackenzie's
Our popular and well-attended Texas Hold'em Tournament is back. Join us December 30th thru January 2nd for 4 nights of fun while benefiting the dogs at Mackenzie's.
Format is simple: CASH TABLES - Fixed Limit Texas Hold'em $1-$2 High Limit All Night and $1-$2 Hold'em and Omaha Round by Round by player request.
Dates & Hours
- Wed, December 30th » 6pm - 12-ish
- Thu, December 31st » 6pm - 12-ish
- Fri, January 1st » 6pm - 1-ish
- Sat, January 2nd » 6pm - 1-ish
Celebrating November as Adopt-a-Senior-Pet Month
What you see is what you get!
Adult dogs have grown into their true personalities & size.
No surprises - it's the real deal!
Some people worry that a senior pet comes with problems, but according to an adopter from Mackenzie's Animal Sanctuary, Jill Griffet of Grand Rapids, MI. “I have never made a better decision!”
She adopted an older dog from the Sanctuary named Charlie, and has never regretted it. Charlie, now known as Coalby, has shown to be one smart, motivated older boy.
He has currently earned 30 different titles in agility, obedience, rally obedience, and is also a registered therapy dog.
Read more about Coalby on our adoption story forum.
During Adopt-a-Senior-Pet Month, take the opportunity to get acquainted with the older pets available at Mackenzie’s Animal Sanctuary by visiting our Adoptable Dogs.
Pups & Pucks 2nd Annual Fall Walk-A-Thon
Great Job Everyone!
Our 2nd Annual Fall Walk-a-thon was a huge success gaining HUGE exposure for Mackenzie's:
Thank you so much for supporting our efforts of helping more dogs in need!
The ASPCA & Mackenzie’s – Working Together to Make a Difference!
We are honored to share that the ASPCA is recognizing Mackenzie's Animal Sanctuary's use of a new and exciting Enrichment Program to benefit the lives of our shelter dogs during their stay at the Sanctuary. Without the dedication of our staff and volunteers this would not have been possible. Thank you!
- Click here to view Mackenzie’s Enrichment Program.
- Click here to check out more of the ASPCA’s great Enrichment Ideas for shelter dogs.
Voices needed!
You could be the next Mackenzie's Dog voice on the radio, TV and movies!
105.3 HOT-FM wants to hear your best dog voice.
Click here for more information.
Kennel Attendant Position Available
Mackenzie's needs an enthusiastic, versatile, team-player to serve as our Kennel Attendant. Duties include Cleaning and sanitation, basic physical care/obedience, and everyday needs of the animals at this facility. The Kennel Attendant must be able to pay close attention to detail along with following written directions and steps on chemicals for proper and safe sanitation. You must enjoy working with animals in outdoor and indoor environments throughout all seasons. For more information, click here.
Pups & Pucks 2nd Annual Fall Walk-A-Thon
Mark your calendars for the 2nd Annual Fall Walk-A-Thon!
We encourage and invite any and all animal lovers to attend with or without a dog to walk.
Click here for more information »
You are invited to a Scentsy Puppy Party!
Summer Clearance & Fundraiser for Mackenzie's
August is the perfect time to stock up on all of your favorite Scentsy products. To make room for their exciting, new Fall/Winter 2009 products, everything in the Spring/Summer 2009 catalog will be offered at a 10% discount for the month of August! Visit the Scentsy web site for complete details.
By purchasing in the month of August, a portion of your retail sales amount will be donated to help Mackenzie's. Additionally, if you buy one of the dog's favorite scents (Raspberry, Vanilla, Coconut, Cinnamon, Peppermint, Lavender, and Almond), Scentsy will donate an extra 5% on that portion of your purchase.
Mackenzie's Yappy Hour
Join us Tuesday, August 18th for "Yappy Hour" at Blue Water Grill located at 5180 Northland Drive NE in Grand Rapids.
Blue Water Grill will donate 20% of your total bill to Mackenzie's Animal Sanctuary. In order for the donation to be made, you must print the graphic to the right and bring it with you.
Valid only on Tuesday, August 18th.
Vote for Mackenzie’s!
Vote for Mackenzie’s! Beginning April 13th and ending at midnight on July 26th, The Animal Rescue Site, together with Petfinder.com, will be awarding 60 grants totaling $100,000.
You can submit one vote per day so be sure to get your friends and family involved to help Mackenzie's. Weekly winners will be announced throughout the contest with fifteen weekly prizes of $1,000 awarded.
Mackenzie’s Assist With Parvo Scare
Following a Parvo scare at the Montcalm County Animal Shelter, Mackenzie’s is functioning as a temporary quarantine holding area for various animal welfare groups trying to rescue these dogs before they are euthanized or sold to research. Click here for more information!
Adoption Coordinator Position Available
Mackenzie's needs an enthusiastic, versatile, team-player to serve as our Adoption Coordinator. Duties include administering our comprehensive Adoption Program, attending public events as an Adoption Representative, performing detailed database entry, distributing reports, and other clerical office functions. For more information, click here.
Vote for Mackenzie’s!
Vote for Mackenzie’s! The SPCA International gives regular grants to local animal shelters, rescue groups, rehabilitation centers, foster networks and wildlife support centers through our Shelter program. Your local shelter may be eligible for a $1,000 Shelter grant. Nominate a local group near you by clicking here.
Mackenzie's Animal Sanctuary Cookbook
Mackenzie's Fantastic Limited 1st Edition Cookbook is in with over 200 GREAT recipes and ready to be used by you. For any question please call the office at 616-693-2490.
Price: $9.99 + $2.00 shipping
Pups & Pucks’ Inaugural Fall Walkathon
What a huge success! Mackenzie’s Animal Sanctuary and The Grand Rapids Griffins would like to give a 'Round of Applause' to all who supported our cause. We would like to extend our sincere thanks to all those that contributed to the success of this event in so many ways. Your support, whether it be by sponsors, donators, attendees, pledges, or time, helped us come extremely close to achieving our goal! We would also like to give a special thanks to all the volunteers that were dedicated to this event. Without you it would not have been successful! Your support makes a difference in the lives of these rescue dogs!
Thanks again for everyone’s efforts!
Mackenzie's Yappy Hour is BACK for the summer and is now officially DOG FRIENDLY!!!
Come join us EVERY SUNDAY starting June 6th at HOP CAT from 1:00 - 4:00pm for a fun afternoon of socializing and fellowship with other dog lovers.
Date: Every Sunday Starting June 6th thru August 29th.
Time: 1:00 - 4:00pm
Where: 25 Ionia Ave. SW, downtown Grand Rapids, MI
Did you know Hop Cat has doggie beer and doggie biscuit's? How cool! Be sure to order some for your four-legged friend.
**Patio seating will be available for you and your four-legged friend.
**Cost: $5.00 at the door which will include a special discount of 25% off your total bill.
Yappy Hour proceeds will help Mackenzie's Animal Sanctuary, the largest no-kill sanctuary in the Midwest dedicated to finding homes for abused, abandoned and neglected dogs.
Mackenzie's Mission:
- Find loving homes for abused, abandoned and neglected dogs.
- Spay/neuter our rescue dogs of age to stop the cycle of unwanted litters.
- Assist in public education for the betterment of our local animal community.
- Keep a high standard of excellence and professionalism.
- Maintain the highest standards of care for the animals, including veterinary care, housing, love, tenderness and compassion.
To learn more about adopting, volunteering and other ways to support Mackenzie's, visit www.mackenzies.info.
Petfinder.com Mobile Application
Now it's easier than ever to find your perfect pet on Petfinder.com. Download the Petfinder.com iPhone app today.
Donation Box
Would you like a donation box at your place of work? If so, please call the office today at:616-693-2490
