The Pratt Humane Society in Pratt, KS needs to raise $18,000 by October 18th in order to stay open.  They took out a loan in 2008 to pay for their building and now only have 8 days to pay it back. On top of that, their boiler broke leaving them with no heat. To fix it would cost $6,300 which they don’t have.

The shelter is a lifeline for animals that need a home,  many dogs there have been abused or abandoned. Here are the details from KAKE 10.

“If we close down, absolutely it would be terrible because there would be nowhere for someone to take an unwanted animal,” said the Pratt Area Humane Society Board President Pam Howell.

“We’re pretty desperate. It’s a crisis situation,” said Howell. Read the rest of this entry »

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Many of you do not know that a few weeks ago there was terrible flooding in Atlanta, GA  and many of the surrounding counties, nine people lost their lives and hundreds of animals have been displaced.

Daffy’s Pet Soup Kitchen is working to help those displaced by the flood and could really use your help.

We are a member of the Humane Association of Georgia and Georgia Volunteer Organizations Active in Disasters. We are working with local and federal governments to help resolve issues pertaining to the flooding and their victims. We work with the groups to help coordinate the food for these animals along with the sheltering issues. We have visited/ talked with Gwinnett, Cobb, Douglas, Dekalb, Paulding, Chattooga, and Carrol Counties and have had discussions about these issues. Read the rest of this entry »

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I just found out about Aussie and had to get her story out there, she has really touched my heart.

Of course, I do have a soft spot for senior dogs, especially those that have been used and abused.

“Aussie” is a beautiful girl that has obviously had many litters of puppies and is a little shy. But she is oooooh so sweet!

Poor Aussie is currently at the Darlington County Humane Society in Darlington, SC. The poor girl has tested HIGH Heartworm positive. To make Aussie a little more appealing to rescues we are trying to raise the funds to pay for her to be treated for heartworm.

We would also like to raise the money for her to be fully sponsored for her vetting (spay, vaccinations, hw test, and deworming). This way she can go to an approved rescue for FREE!!!!

To pay for everything, we need to raise a total of $400. Please help us to help sweet Aussie. She is so deserving of a second chance at life.

**DCHS is a 501c3 organization so all donations are tax deductible as allowed by law!**

Aussie has been moved to a temporary foster home, unfortunately after a lifetime of neglect and having puppies she has more medical issues than previously thought. Read the rest of this entry »

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Today is National Dog Day, although at our house it feels like everyday is national dog day.  Unfortunately there are many homeless dogs that will never get to celebrate this day because they have no forever family. There’s a photography studio that wants to change this,  so they put together a fundraising calendar to help dogs in need.

Chicago-based Sutton Studios, led by world-renowned pet and family portrait photographer, David Sutton,  announced the donation of 10,000 Dog Day Calendars to animal welfare organizations, humane societies and animal shelters throughout Chicagoland and across the country. These organizations offer the calendar at a suggested donation of $10 each. They keep 100% of the proceeds.

“The funds generated from Dog Days Calendar sales are greatly needed to continue our mission in helping homeless animals in need and raising awareness of the animal overpopulation that leads to the tragic destruction of millions of dogs and cats every year in the U.S.,” says Sutton. “Animal welfare organizations are challenged to do more with fewer resources, so our hope is that this calendar provides them with funds they might not otherwise have had.”

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We’re doing something a little different on the blog today. I was approached by a wonderful artist, Terry Stanley, to have a contest that would benefit dog charities. In return she would offer up two custom portraits, a large and small,  for the lucky winners.

First, here’s a little info about Terry….

Terry’s Bio:
I am one of the millions of “self-taught” artists in the world today, but am very blessed that my art has brought me notice and opportunity I could never have imagined. I’ve attained Signature Status in the Pastel Society of America . I’m a member of and Wisconsin Ambassador for the Portrait Society of America . I teach workshops in Wisconsin and beyond and am so very fortunate to have met and become friends with some truly wonderful artists from throughout the country. I often wonder how all this happened!

Not only is Terry very talented and rather well-known she is big time into helping out dog charities. Each month she actively supports a non-profit organization that helps dogs – service dogs… rescue dogs… the humane society… – by designing products featuring the organization’s mission. The royalties from these products are automatically donated to the non-profit, so you can pick up some fun gifts and know you are helping a dog at the same time. How can you not love that?

One other great thing, Terry offers custom dog portraits starting at $35 for a 5×7, which makes it affordable for most. The picture on top is of our boy Bo, it was around x-mas which is why he had the green ribbon around his neck. You can see from the photo on the left, which the painting was done from, that Terry did a terrific job capturing Bo’s personality on canvas.

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The Morris Animal Foundation’s Canine Cancer Campaign is a global effort to prevent, treat and cure cancer.

By funding more than 100 canine cancer studies, they have tacked the no. 1 killer of dogs and helped veterinarians better detect and treat the disease.

Read up on some of their current studies and learn about the progress the MAF is making to help win the war against cancer.

Progress in Dog Health:

CANCER:  “Tyrosine Kinases in Canine Hemangiosarcoma” D08CA-050, Oregon State University, Dr. Stuart C. Helfand

Description: Hemangiosarcoma remains one of the deadliest canine cancers. Despite treatments such as chemotherapy, immunotherapy and surgery, dogs rarely live beyond six months after diagnosis. New approaches are needed to improve the survival time of dogs afflicted with this devastating disease. This study will expand on the research team’s previous research into a novel class of drugs called tyrosine kinase inhibitors that may have the potential to control the growth of hemangiosarcoma. The results will help to clarify abnormalities that contribute to hemangiosarcoma proliferation and may ultimately lead to new treatment options for this aggressive cancer.

Update: Researchers from Oregon State University are expanding on prior Morris Animal Foundation-funded research into a novel class of drugs called tyrosine kinase inhibitors, which may have the potential to control the growth of hemangiosarcoma cells. In addition, the researchers are attempting to clarify abnormalities that contribute to hemangiosarcoma cell growth and spread. The data generated to date are exciting, novel and promising and may ultimately lead to new drug treatment options for this aggressive cancer.

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There’s a store near us, Razzle Dazzle Doggies, that’s having an event worth checking out if you live in the Marietta, GA. area .

A holistic vet is coming to the store to answer your questions. Having been to one when we took Bo for acupuncture I know this event will be a valuable resource for dog owners.

Razzle Dazzle Doggies
1000 Whitlock Avenue, #370
Marietta, Georgia 30064

Special Guest Dr. Susan Wynn Thursday, August 6th 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm

We are proud to announce that we are hosting a question and answer session with Dr. Wynn. She is the president of The Holistic Veterinary Association and we are certainly gratelful and excited to have her in the store.

We are asking that you purchase our food in lieu of an attendance fee. The food will be donated to Meals Fur Pets, a not for profit organization to help hungry pets. The economy has taken its toll on everyone and we really need your help!

Space is limited so PLEASE rsvp asap.

For more information contact us at 770/423-0637

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I want to thank Dogster member Aggie for barking this to me. Keith Wendell opened a  a rottweiler rescue back in 1998 but in 2000 he opened it to all breeds and it became B.U.D.D.I.E.S. Rescue.

Keith has helped rehome many dogs but due to economic times has had to stop taking in dogs, right now he is just trying to save the dogs he has.

A man who rescues dogs has taken in so many that he can no longer afford to care for all of them.

Bay News 9 previous followed the story of Keith Wendell, who owns Buddies Rescue and saves older, sometimes abused or abandoned dogs. Wendell has received so many dogs that his organization is in danger of foreclosure.

Wendell recently made the decision to stop taking in dogs. He has about 50 dogs and wants to adopt out some of them.

“My fiance and myself kind of mutually decided a week ago to call off my engagement and I gave the abandoned ship order so I could stay here with the dogs and they could end up in a better situation that’s more fair to them,”
Wendell said.

Wendell says he only has a four day supply of food for the dogs and $20 to his name.

“If I can’t raise $4,000 by July 7, I’m going to have to find a veterinarian that would volunteer to come out here and euthanize all 49 dogs,” Wendell said.

He says without the money, the dogs will not survive.

After all Wendell has done to help save these dogs what a terrible tragedy it would be if he had to have them euthanized. If you are interested in adopting one of the dogs, or can help with a donation to keep the rescue going until they can be adopted, please visit B.U.D.D.I.E.S. website for all the contact information.  No amount is too small, this is a dire situation.

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On Sunday night I asked Lisa if she wanted to go for ice cream, her response was to tell me we may be going to pick up some puppies.

Well, that wasn’t what I expected to hear. She had been on Twitter and read a tweet from the Canine Hope Rescue looking for help with transport of six dogs they had pulled from a kill shelter in Franklin, GA. There were two adults who had been abandoned by their family when they moved out and four puppies from different locations, all had been dumped.

We ended up not having to go thanks to another dog lover who hopped in her car to help out before we got in touch with the rescue. Although we weren’t needed I did get the chance to speak with Tammara Josselyn, the founder of Canine Hope, and found out just how different this rescue is. It’s run by Tammara and her husband who are dog trainers and owners of a doggie daycare.

A Different Kind Of Rescue

No doubt you will find we are a different kind of rescue. We require more steps than what you may be used to when looking for a dog. However, we provide more steps before our dogs are put up for adoption.

Dogs in our rescue:

-Have been taken to a veterinarian and received a complete examination.

-Are current on all their vaccinations.

-Are wormed intestinally.

-Are all spayed and neutered before adopted.

-Are tested for heart worms and put on preventive heart worm medication.

-Are house trained or in the process of being house trained.

-Are crate trained to assure an easy transition when brought into your home.

-Are fed premium dog foods while in our care to ensure good health and good healthy coats.

-Are routinely groomed and have their nails trimmed. All dogs are completely groomed before going home with your family.

-Are taught house manners, socialized with other dogs and people.

-Receive some basic obedience training.

-Are micro chipped in case they become lost.

-Families receive an introduction class where you find out all about your dog and its commands, likes, dislikes, history, how to make the transition with your family go smoothly, etc.

-We ask that you have a trial overnight with the dog you are considering, to make sure you are ready and we have made a good match between both of you.

-Go to their new family with food and a gift package, and a new leash and collar, and their favorite toys.

-Receive a scholarship for training with their new family, and a package for boarding with Cool School For Dogs.

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I just want to give a little shout out to my friends at the Animal Protective Foundation . The organization is located in Scotia, NY and just happens to be where I grew up. The APF is a wonderful organization, they helped establish the first shelter in the area.

They are having their 3rd Annual Thrifty Kitty & Bargain Hound Garage Sale this Saturday from 8am-4pm and can use your support.  Look at all the great things they have planned, a guaranteed fun time for all.

Bigger and better than ever – you won’t believe what we have this year.

This is not just any old garage sale, this is an event!

We’re busy, busy, busy sorting and pricing THOUSANDS of items. Here’s just a sampling:

> Pet items, from cages and crates to dishes and toys, etc.

> Toys, games, sporting goods

> Hundreds of craft and holiday items

> Jewelry, antiques and decorative items for your home

> Tools and a very wide assortment of hardware

> More household goods than you can imagine in one place

> Visit the “Barks & Nobles Cafe”, crammed full of books, music and lots of delicious baked goods to eat

> New this year, the “Pet Boutique” featuring dozens and dozens of brand new outfits,costumes, sweaters and coats for dogs of all sizes

> Come have lunch with us, we’ll be serving a variety of items

> Lots of adorable dogs up for adoption will be circulating about and would love to say hello to you

I encourage everyone in the area to head on over, maybe even adopt a new family member while you’re there. Visit their website for all the details and directions.

* Pic from the APF site

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