Don't know what S.O.S., Support Our Shelters, is?
      Click here...Support Our Shelters...to find out.

      Notice:
      Only people age 18 and over are eligible to buy tickets, and if it is determined that a ticket purchaser is under 18, the person will be given the choice of a refund or forfeiting their tickets with the purchase money counting as a donation.

      The Summer Raffle Starts May 1st, 2009
      and
      Ends Friday, June 12th, 2009

      Winner to be announced Monday, June 15th

      The funds from this raffle will go to the SOS General Fund to help ferrets in shelters across the country...
      with the exception of Packages #16, #18, & #19...
      All proceeds from these 3 Prize Packages will go to the
      SOS Blizzard Memorial Fund...per Anna's request.


      This Raffle will be a
      "CHOOSE WHICH PRIZE PACKAGE YOU WANT" Raffle

      You will NEED to choose the Prize Package/s you wish to buy tickets for.

      There are LOTS of Prize Packages in this raffle...
      so when you buy your tickets you will need to tell me which Prize Package/s you wish to buy tickets for. You can choose more than one...split up the tickets however you want...1 here...3 there...2 somewhere else...etc.

      Due to this...I will not be able to use "real" raffle tickets. I will be issuing consecutive numbers set up for each raffle...so I will be unable to snail mail you your actual tickets...just e-mail you the numbers.

      Thank you to the generous people who donated to this raffle!

      click on the pics to see larger versions of them.


      Prize Package #1
      Donated by Massachusetts Ferret Friends (MaFF)

      This Prize Pkg. will be sent to the Shelter of the Winner's Choice

      Huge Box of Goodies!!!
      for your FAVORITE Ferret Shelter!!!

      7-piece bedding set*
      * 2 sleepsacks
      * 2 center-split Hammocks
      * 3 Flat Hammies
      3-piece bedding set with one of each kind
      1 extra-large sleepsack
      1 lt blue zippered carry w/ hook inside and a matching hooded cape
      2 terry hand towels
      1 lg blue Micro Plust throw
      2 yellow fleece baby blankets
      2 sm brown Micro Plush blankets/pads
      4 lg puppypad-like pads
      1 lg HiBac Litter Box FULL of Goodies **see pics
      1 $10.00 PetCo Gift Card
      1 $10.00 Walmart Gift Card


      Prize Package #2
      Donated by Trena Girouard
      'THE WOOP-TI-DOO FERRET SLIDE'
      by Ferret Tower of Fun

      The Slide was shown at the York Show to obtain opinions on it and it was a thumbs up. (By the way, the ferrets here at The Ferret Villa Shelter have all given the slide a paws up as well.)

      The WOOP-TI-DOO FERRET SLIDE is a 3 ft. tall tower with 25 ft. of Heavy Duty Commercial Tubing and a solid aluminum base that keeps this tower/slide upright without a wobble, no mattter how many weasels are in it.

      A heavy duty tube swirls around the tower climbing to the top, which leads to a 3 ft. section descending at a 45 degree angle to the floor, securely supported by rigid tubing.

      This Slide is made from the same high quality material and workmanship as is the Ferret Tower of Fun.

      This Slide will be shipped in a 36 in. x 16 in. x 16 in. box requiring only the connection of the rigid tubing in the upper and lower fittings and securing the slide with provided heavy guage ties. Extremely easy to do - no tools required.

      THE 4 3/8 IN. DIAMETER TUBE ALLOWS EVEN THOSE TUBBY FUZZIES TO ENJOY THIS SLIDE.


      Prize Package #3
      Donated by Jasmine, www.strangeling.com
      A Ferret and His Fairy

      the print is on 8.5"x11" paper
      ready to be matted and framed.

      A Ferret and His Fairy
      A ferret and his fairy - or a fairy and her ferret? These fine art fairy prints are made from my own original acrylic painting. Open Edition prints are on glossy photo paper and measurements include a white mounting border. The 8.5"x11" size fits a standard 8"x10" frame. The copyright watermark does not appear in the actual print! See below for detail images.


      Prize Package #4
      Donated by Ferret Depot

      Ferret Feisty Home

      Description:

      Your ferret will love all of the room and you will love the ease of cleaning and moving about.
      The Feisty Ferret Home features:

      * 2 Seperate levels (floors)
      * One Large swing-out door per level, each with double lock latches
      * Top access door also
      * 2 Plastic shelves, 3 ramps and a hammock
      * Pull out plastic bottom tray
      * Bottom shelf and casters
      * Durable construction with a stylish black hammertone finish
      * Easy to assemble
      * Approximate dimensions: 31.5"W x 20.5"D x 55"H

      Price:$169.99
      Shipping Weight: 54.00 pounds

      Steve Yarbrough
      Ferret Depot
      800-496-3335


      Prize Package #5
      Donated by Renee Downs

      There will be 2 winners drawn for this Package.

      A Batch of Renee's World Famous Biscotti

      your choice of:
      Anise, cranberry, cranberry & almond, almond, chocolate, chocolate almond, plain, double chocolate


      Prize Package #6
      Donated by Totally Ferret

      One 4 pound Active/Show
      One 4 pound of Complete
      One Totally Ferret Treat bag.



      Prize Package #7
      Donated by Totally Ferret

      2 Coloring Books and 1 TF Ceramic Bowl w/treats

      An Educational Ferret Activity and Coloring Book for Ages 7 and Up...Introducing Romer T. Ferret & Friends.
      Art by "Deva" and personally autographed by "Totally Trish" at the 2008 Ferret Symposium in Pittsburgh.
      2 of them!!! One for yourself and one for another someone special!

      PLUS a ceramic Totally Ferret bowl with Treats in it.


      Prize Package #8
      Donated by Susie Lee
      2 winners will be drawn

      Susie Lee's Rainbow Bridge Crochetted Angels

      Standing 5.5 inches tall, theses beautiful Rainbow Bridge Angels have been donated by Susie Lee of The Ferret And Dove Sanctuary to benefit SOS and needy shelters in honor of Sara Ferret and the other Rainbow Bridge Greeters.


      Prize Package #9
      Donated by Mynx Parsons

      $15.00 Merchandise Cert. from Love United Pet Goods

      I bes giving my prize for winnering the Photo Contest at Missy Melissa's website called Love United. I camed in FIRSTEST PLACE!!!
      I told me mommy that i wanted to helper other kids with this prize and she tolded me about the raffler. I said i wanted to do THAT!!!

      you can go sees what Missy Melissa has on her site so's you can sees what you might get with this!


      Prize Package #10


      The Pumpkin sleeper/player ...PLUS
      2009 Ferrets of the FML calendar
      Jingle Balls - 4 pack
      Brush
      N-bones
      Shelterers Patch***…on YOUR CHOICE OF a Denim Tote or a Canvas Tote.
      ***This is a patch for shelters and supporters to show their love of ferrets. This patch features Tess whose photo was entered in the Ferrets of the FML Calendar Photo contest. These are a little larger at a size of 3.5" round, 100% embroidered, iron or sew on and washable.


      ALSO

      Starring: Ben Stiller, Jennifer Aniston Director: John Hamburg Rating: Format: DVD

      AND

      Dirty Laundry: A Sofie Metropolis Novel by Tori Carrington
      Sofie's hot on the trail of a missing pet ferret - and a missing dry cleaner.

      Editorial Reviews

      "Editorial Reviews From Publishers Weekly Five months have passed since Sofie Metropolis caught her would-be husband, "Thomas-the-Toad," flagrante delicto with her maid of honor on their wedding day in Carrington's Sofie Metropolis (2005). In this cute if predictable sequel, the zany Greek-American from Astoria, Queens, is a PI-in-training, working on mundane cases for her uncle Spyros's investigative agency. When Apostolis Pappas (aka Uncle Tolly), the popular elderly owner of the neighborhood dry cleaners, goes missing, Sofie jumps at the chance to find him. The only catch is Uncle Tolly might have been laundering money for a sexy Italian mobster. Carrington (nom de plume for a Greek-American husband-and-wife writing team) depicts Sofie's world with the nutty sweetness of baklava. With the focus on fun rather than blood, this chick-lite mystery further develops Sophie's relationship with Jake Porter, the handy but possibly dangerous Aussie bounty hunter, who adds just the right amount of delectable sexual tension to this crime confection. (May)


      Prize Package #11
      Donated by
      Rose...Little Feet Ferret Bedding
      A Bedding Set

      Bubblemania 8 Pc Premium Bedding set By LFFR Bedding

      Set Includes:

      Round bed
      Hanging split pocket sleeper
      Floor sleepsack
      cage pad/hammock
      large hammock
      Great for ALL cages

      models NOT included in donation

      by:
      Little Feet Ferret bedding
      NEW website address!!
      www.littlefeetferretbedding.org
      (Rose German)


      Prize Package #12
      Donated by SlippyPad
      www.slippypad.com

      35 Pad Pack of SlippyPads
      and some of the square SlippyMats, also!

      What is a SlippyPad?

      *Highly absorbent pad that absorbs and traps liquids
      * Waterproof backing protects carpets, floors and cages
      *Clean and Easily Disposable
      *No more scrubbing litter boxes or having to scoop up soiled litter
      *Vertical cardboard backing allows pad to stand upright
      *Protects the walls
      *Designed to fit in any corner
      *The pads are fully biodegradable and environmentally safe
      *Ferret Tested and Approved

      SlippyMats
      Ferret Potty Mats

      SlippyMats are disposable square absorbent potty mats made from the same great material as SlippyPads
      SlippyMat absorbs and traps liquids while reducing odors and mess. SlippyMats have 100's of uses, here are just a few

      Easy Clean-up!


      Prize Package #13
      Donated by Judy Cooke

      5 ferret button that are a blast from the past!

      I Love My Ferret
      ADV it can happen
      Ferrets Are Fun
      Kouri's Fan Club
      and a large ferret photo Button


      Prize Package #14
      Donated by the CA Sisters...Claudia and Melinda Trefzger

      3 yards of polar fleece

      This beautiful piece of polar fleece will make beautiful bedding for your fuzzies. Sew it into your favorite hammock pattern, or cut it up into warm and snuggly blankets. 3 yards of navy blue with white clouds and stars, and pretty yellow moons.


      Prize Package #15
      Donated by the CA Sisters...Claudia and Melinda Trefzger

      Ferret Night Light

      This beautiful nightlight created by artist Greg Dixon is a relief sculpture that transforms at night into a finely detailed image bathed in light. An original is first hand carved in wax, often taking days to complete. When the carving is finished, a mold is created. Into this mold a special blend of resins bonded with mineral are then hand cast to create the finished product. This material is safe, durable, and can be used throughout the home.


      Prize Package #16
      Donated by Anna Walker
      All proceeds from this Prize Package will go to the
      SOS Blizzard Memorial Fund...per Anna's request.

      Whole Pie Plaque

      An adorable hanging plaque that came from
      Lakeroad Ferret Farm Shelter

      "Never settle for the crumbs in life - Grab the whole pie!"


      Prize Package #17
      Donated by Jessie Molan

      Hansa Ferrets-Champagne Ferret

      HANSA Ferret Description

      New - Champagne Ferret by Hansa.
      This ferret is handmade, coat is handcut and very plush. Soulful eyes, nice paws, swishy tail and a very detailed face-
      Very cuddly and a collectors item.
      15 3/4" length, 9 3/4" height, 6 1/4" width.


      Prize Package #18
      Donated by Anna Walker
      All proceeds from this Prize Package will go to the
      SOS Blizzard Memorial Fund...per Anna's request.

      Spoiled Rotten Plaque

      An adorable hanging plaque that came from
      Lakeroad Ferret Farm Shelter

      "Some nice people and their spoiled rotten ferrets live here!"


      Prize Package #19
      Donated by Anna Walker
      All proceeds from this Prize Package will go to the
      SOS Blizzard Memorial Fund...per Anna's request.

      Roundabout, 6 eggs and 3 toys

      A Roundabout bed, 6 crocheted eggs and 3 ferret toys that came from FerretsAreLove.com.


      Prize Package #20

      Donated by Cathy Lalumiere,
      Happy Paws Bakery and Emporium

      Handmade Ferret Harness and Leash Set
      Winner's Choice

      “Clamshell” or “Seashells on Blue”

      Our handmade ferret harness and leash sets in are constructed of 4 layers of fabric and double sewn at the stress points. The neck adjusts from 4 3/4" to 7" and the Girth from 5 1/2" to 9" to accommodate different sized ferrets and is accompanied by a 4 ft lead and a bell.

      *** Please note*** This set is made for supervised use only and not meant as a tie out. Only the consumer can determine the suitability of this or any other item for their pet. Buyer assumes all responsibility when purchasing this product.

      Our resident rescued ferrets Garrett and Sydney have tested negative for ADV and are not exposed to any other ferrets to ensure that they will not contract this virus. Since we make and sell pet items as our business, we take every step possible to ensure that all of our pets are healthy and happy.

      If the item shows any wear please discard.

      Cathy Lalumiere
      Happy Paws Bakery and Emporium
      www.happypawsbakery.com


      Prize Package #21
      Donated by Fran Brown, FerretsAreLove.com

      A HIDE N NAP TUNNEL,
      A SUPERSOFT CENTER OPEN HAMMIE,
      and A $20.00 Gift Certificate

      Approx. 9" x 24"
      Made of plush fleece with elasticized ends this tunnel will afford hours of fun for your fuzzies. The best description I could give is from a letter I received from a customer... "The babies drag it, burrow under it, roll it around themselves and wrestle it; wrap their paws and arms all around it in a ferret version of a "bear hug" and roll and tumble with it; bite onto one end and play tug-of-war (very gently and not for long) with Mommy! Perfect for napping when tired. Perfect spacing inside the elongated bag for napping or stretching out. Ideal to for stimulation and exercise, as well as a hide-away N nap bag."
      [material may vary from pic]


      These cuddly hammies are crafted from plush fleece, backed with sturdy cotton fabric to prevent sagging
      [material may vary from pic]

      And a $20.00 Gift Certicicate to FerretsAreLove.com


      Prize Package #22
      Donated by Melinda Diemicke

      3 BOOKS!!!

      Ferrets for Dummies - Kim Schilling [orig. version]
      Ferrets: A Complete Pet Owner's Manual - E. Lynn Morton
      The Pet Ferret Handbook - Sean Frain


      Prize Package #23
      Donated by Karen Young, Ferret Affair

      YOUR CHOICE of a
      Pocket Fuzzy Floor for either a
      Midwest Cage
      or one for a Super Pet Cage [32” L x 20” Deep]

      The Pocketed Model is two floors sewn together with fur inside and denim outside and 2 holes to go into and come out of.
      Completely enclosed except for the holes.

      Here is a pic with more of an idea what these floors are really like.


      click pic for larger view...
      [not all floors depicted come with this raffle package.]

      I [kat parsons] have these floors in 2 of my cages. The kids just LOVE them!!!! They make a new level..no more falling the height of the cage...they LOVE to go inside them and sleep...even play...:)
      I sometimes use the Pocketed Model on top of the cage for those who like to sleep up there...and i do not have to worry about them falling off!!! These are really quite versatile!!!
      kat parsons

      The unique design allows entrance through circular openings in the top and bottom layers to the next level or to cozy sleeping quarters in between.
      Designed with the busy ferret’s lifestyle in mind, the Fuzzy Floor answers the ferret’s need to tunnel and frolic!
      Sturdy enough for ferret play. Fuzzy Floors are built to last!

      Dark Denim outside….
      the Midwest has a short, lightweight fur in tan inside…
      the Super Pet has a short, lightweight fur in chocolate inside.
      Pics of actual floors in actual cages with comments from actual people!!
      More Floors in use.


      Prize Package #24
      Donated by Susann Thiel

      A "God Loves You" Bedding and Toy Set

      The bedding is completely handmade by me, with no-pill magenta fleece on the inside and a lovely pink, magenta, beige and white fabric on the outside that reads "God Loves You."
      The set is also made with triple-sewn, pink grosgrain ribbon and swivel hooks.
      The cuddle cup measures 10.5" x 5",
      the flat reversible hammie measures 19" x 13"
      and the "deep sleep" pocket hammie measures 24" by 12.5".
      All pieces can be machine washed and dried.

      I added a little pink and white striped food bowl with a fish design inside; two pink and white rattle toys; and a flower toy with soft plush petals, crinkle plush leaves and a rope chew stem.
      Lastly, there is a bag of N-Bones.



      PLEASE REMEMBER
      to give me the NUMBER/S of the Prize Package/s you wish to buy tickets for and how many tickets for each one!


      We would like to send out a very BIG thank you to everyone who so generously donated the items for this raffle,



      Raffle Info

      The Raffle starts
      May 1st, 2009

      and the winner will be announced
      Monday, June 15th.

      [Raffle ENDS Friday, June 12th.]

      Tickets are $1.00 each, 6 for $5.00

      Checks and Money Orders need to be PAYABLE TO:
      "Support Our Shelters"
      but mailed to:

      Support Our Shelters
      c/o Kat Parsons
      P.O. Box 285
      Cairo, IL 62914

      Please note it is for the
      SOS SUMMER RAFFLE
      Please be sure to choose which prize packages you want your tickets on!
      Please include a note with your e-mail address on it
      to send your raffle numbers to.
      again...please include your
      name,
      e-mail address,
      and snail mail address.

      S.O.S. will collect the checks and cash at the end of the Raffle.

      ATTENTION:

      Any checks sent for the raffle will be a while in clearing your banks since *I* [kat] hold them until the end of the raffle...THEN they are depositied...so...if anyone needs their check to clear their bank in a 'very timely manner' then please send a money order...with the raffles lasting 6 weeks...plus the rest of the delays..it could be 3 months before your personal checks go thru your banks...
      Thank You.

      Snail Mail payments need to be mailed no later than
      Sat, June 6th.

      Paypal payments need to go to
      sosrafflekat@yahoo.com
      with "SOS SUMMER RAFFLE"
      in the Subject Line.

      Please be sure to put in your snail mail address
      Paypal has not been automatically doing that!
      Please be sure to choose which prize packages you want your tickets on!
      and remember to include your name, e-mail address, and 'snail mail' address to the 'note' section.

      Please make sure all PayPal payments are in by midnight
      Fri, June 12th.

      Thank you in advance for your generosity...


      THE SOS CHRISTMAS RAFFLE WINNERS WERE!!!!

      PP#1...Anonymous
      PP#2...Angie Chappell
      PP#3...Tracy Acker
      PP#4...Jackie Ruegsegger
      PP#5..."Bailey-Ferret" Lassanske
      PP#6...Bonnie Tormohlen
      PP#7...Erica Hohing
      PP#8...Linda Soule
      PP#9...Karen Easton
      PP#10..Jeff Czich
      PP#11..Nan Sanders
      PP#12..Melinda Trefzger
      PP#13..Neen
      PP#14..Ardith Raine
      PP#15..Angie Chappell
      PP#16..Oregon Ferret Network
      PP#17..Claudia Trefzger
      PP#18..Cathy Ryan
      PP#19..Renee Downs
      PP#20..Helen Wojciechowski


      Questions?

      kat at sosrafflekat@yahoo.com

      Want to DONATE something to the NEXT SOS Raffle????

      All you need to do is E-mail Me at sosrafflekat@yahoo.com with a PIC of the item or items you wish to donate...AND a DESCRIPTION of them...they can be ferrety or not!!...then when the raffle is over...YOU will mail them out to the winner/s...

      IT'S AS EASY AS THAT!!!



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