Why CftC?
CRITTERS FOR THE CURE™
My best friend Ali was first diagnosed with breast cancer at age 40.
Since then, breast cancer has returned three more times, resulting in a mastectomy of her left breast, and last summer… a breast cancer cell that traveled to her liver.
Overnight, Ali went from stage 1 to stage 4. Today, she faces a battle that she can’t beat. But due to some new drugs on the market, specifically Herceptin, her life expectancy improves. Generally a patient with liver cancer is given a two year life-expectancy, but today, with the help of the wonder drug Herceptin, Ali certainly plans to beat the odds.
Her message to you: Be vigilant. Know and listen to your own body. Ali discovered her breast tumors herself – all three times. Ali’s doctor didn’t agree with her the first time, and waited two years before he agreed to do a biopsy. He was wrong. Today, most doctors listen to patients. If you believe something appears different, most doctors will acknowledge the importance of a patient’s gut, as it is better to err on the safe side.
WHY CRITTERS?
Ali and I have always had a passion for our pets and a soft heart for all the homeless dogs and cats that face extinction if homes cannot be found for them.
We have adopted countless critters and taken in numerous strays over the years. It seemed only natural that a non-profit be created to call attention to the two issues that we seem to have the least amount of control over.
But why? Maybe we can do something to change the tide. To gain control. If we can do something to change people’s behavior, perhaps we can change the outcome of the two outstanding issues that are breaking our hearts: Homeless Dogs and Cats and losing our best friends or the people we care about the most to such an invasive disease. A disease that we must conquer.
Make a difference in our lifetime. In Ali’s.
PLEASE SUPPORT CRITTERS FOR THE CURE™, a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization created to promote breast cancer awareness through the love of our critters.
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Critters on Discovery Channel Documentary
Discovery Health Channel and Del Monte Foods partnered together to create The Power of Paws™ to educate consumers about the mutual health benefits that both pets and pet parents enjoy and motivates them to spend time together and connect.
“Studies show there are significant physical, mental, and emotional benefits for both pets and pets parents,” said Bill Pearse, Chief Marketing Officer of Del Monte Foods.
PAWS WALK (w/ your dog) FOR WOMEN’S CANCER – 6/7/09
CFTC partnered with the Montgomery County Humane Society one Sunday in June for their annual PAWS WALK. Hundred’s of people turned out with their critters at Wheaten Regional Park for a day of family fun and activities geared to all ages.
Therapy Pet Scully
Scully is our new addition – a therapy puppy in training. Scully is a yorkie-poo who completed his first round of training classes.
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CftC Long-Sleeve T-Shirt
These white cotton long sleeve tees are pre-shrunk and feature the Critters logo on the front and our motto, “Until We LICK Women’s Cancer!” on the back.
2010 Calendar
Twelve breast cancer survivor models, thirteen puppies, and Missy the guinea pig. Each woman exemplifies the bond people share with their critters.
CftC T-Shirts
These grey cotton short sleeve tees are pre-shrunk and feature the Critters logo on the front and our motto, “Until We LICK Breast Cancer!” on the back.