Jerry Hayden, a longtime supporter of Miss Winkle’s Pet Adoption Center, and his Chihuahua Fancy at a low-cost vaccination clinic on Sept. 28 (Clovis Roundup, photo by Hannah-Grace Leece).
September 30, 2024 – Miss Winkle’s Pet Adoption Center has done it again.
Another low-cost vaccination clinic opened on Saturday, Sept. 28, at a popular spot for people looking for a new furry friend to get their pets vaccinated.
From 9 a.m. to noon, customers came and went every minute to wait their turn to see the pet doctor. They were greeted by staff members including Kaylee Bader, the center’s marketing communications coordinator;
“These clinics give us the opportunity to provide services to our communities that are sometimes difficult to access,” Bader said. “We want to keep our pets healthy and provide them with vaccines and microchips to help them find homes if they ever get lost.”
This act of providing assistance to the pets of Clovis residents speaks to the organization’s dedication to respecting animals. Miss Winkle was named after David McDonald’s West Highland Terrier. She tragically died at the age of three after being bitten by a poisonous animal.
In her memory, Ms. MacDonald helped build the facility into not only a veterinary hospital, but a community resource beloved by many animal lovers.
As soon as you enter the building, a small statue of Miss Winkle stands front and center, reminding patrons of the heritage behind the center.
Over time, dozens of patrons came and went. Two of the regulars, Diane and Jerry Hayden, brought their Chihuahua Fancy and a Pomeranian named Morgan.
The Hayden family has a long history with Miss Winkle, dating back to 1988 when they adopted their first pet from the center. Over the years they have returned and now care for four dogs.
Jerry Hayden explained that he and his wife appreciate the low-cost clinic that Miss Winkles offers to its customers. ”
Having four licensed pets is certainly expensive for people like the Hayden family, but Miss Winkle’s aim is to ease that financial burden.
Mr. Bader talked about this, explaining that Miss Winkles has been running microchip clinics for years, and in the last few years they have started to include vaccinations. She said, “Our vaccination clinics help keep our communities healthy. This is an opportunity for them to come and get things done at an affordable cost.” Ta.
Between 75 and 100 people pre-register for the event, with even more people signing up for walk-ins during clinic hours. The clinic is open for three hours on Saturday mornings, so Miss Winkles’ staff certainly has a lot of work to do.
Anyone interested in supporting Miss Winkles’ mission through volunteering or donating, or who would like to adopt a pet, can visit the Miss Winkles website at www.misswinkles.com or visit the Clovis You can visit us in person at 85 N Temperance Ave.
