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At this joyous, grateful beginning of another new year of rescue, we at LSAS are especially aware of the unique bond between humankind and our animal brethren, and of the singular responsibility that we all share for their safety and welfare.

We wish to thank all of you who have adopted, helped, and cared about the countless homeless pets for which we ALL want to do our part.

Our founder, Dr. Lloyd Prashun, was a spiritual man in the best sense of the term. In addition to his scientific prominence, (consulting worldwide on veterinary hospital design, and pioneering several major innovations in surgical techniques and issues of research), he based his life and his work on a biblical quotation from Ecclesiastes:
“I said in my heart with regard to the sons of men that God is testing them….the fate of the sons of men and the fate of the beasts is the same. As one dies, so dies the other. They all have the same breath.”

That enlightened outlook was the driving force behind the creation of Lake Shore Animal Shelter, and continues to animate our thoughts and actions today!

Since 1966, this same spirit has blessed LSAS with many wonderful volunteers who selflessly give their time, and dedicate their own lives to the love and safety of voiceless animals.

There are many ways to show love. It’s not always something you feel, it’s also something you can do!

This year, we wish to recognize and give a standing ovation to Hank Trenkle, LSAS lead Humane Investigator, for his outstanding work in rescue.
Hank is the most dedicated, and truly motivated, highly successful man we know. He is asked to investigate animal abuse cases many times each month. In fact, because of his fine reputation, many other animal organizations request his services, and we are glad to share him!

With his unique strength, and gentle manner, he has been able to safely rescue, educate, follow-up and in many situations initiate successful prosecution for animal abusers. We are most grateful and proud of his work.

Hank was “discovered” many years ago, at a book wrap fundraiser for LSAS.  About to retire at that time, he began his involvement with us as a volunteer dog walker. Hank quickly became the most ardent supporter of animal related work, and spends his days as one of the most outstanding members of our staff. Hank also takes time out each week to care for dogs at Animal Care and Control, attends court for D.A.W.G, (Dog Advisory Work Group), court advocates against abuse.

For all of that, and so much more than we can even list here, We thank you Hank, and the animals do too!

Many blessings to ALL our friends, supporters and family, two and four legged, for a happy, safe and healthy new year!

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