“One by One Until
There are None.”

In this issue:

1. Warm In The Kennel
2. Adoptable Dog of the Month
3. Wish List
4. Poodle Scoops
5. How Shampoo Works
6. Help Wanted
7. The Rainbow Bridge

To mail donations:
Carolina Poodle Rescue
10901 Reidville Rd.
Greer, SC 29651
or Paypal: carolinapoodle.rescue@gmail.com

Visit us on the web:

www.carolinapoodlerescue.org

www.carolinapoodle@petfinder.com

Total adoptions:

Remember to use www.goodsearch.com as your search engine. Goodsearch contributes to Carolina Poodle Rescue every time you use it!

Happy Holidays!!!

Warm In The Kennel

We are now warm and toasty in our kennel now. We would like to say a very big thank you to those who helped contribute to the heat. It wouldn't be possible without those who donated funds for the ceiling panels. We needed those panels for insulation. We also would like to thank our Challengers, those who met those Challenges for their contribution, and our Silent Auction Vacation contributor, for whose contributions paid for our propane heater. The heater should take care of the entire kennel area. So, THANK YOU very much.

A note from Donna

Dear Friends and Supporters,

Just coming out of Thanksgiving, those of us here at Dreamweaver Farms have more to be thankful for then we ever have before. Our kennel is up and running. We've had close to 100 dogs come through this year. Adoptions are strong and volunteers are more dedicated than ever. Thank you from me for all of you love and support. You guys are the best.

Donna

Dear Santa's Helpers!

On December 10 & 17, we have an opportunity to put some money in Carolina Poodle Rescue's coffers. We will be taking pictures at PetSmart of pets and Santa. We need 3 more volunteers. We have a Santa each weekend but need 3 Santa elves. Most groups average $200-$300 per Sunday. The pictures are taken from 11-4 on each Sunday. Please let us know if you are up to being jolly!

Our Adoptable Dog of the Month

Meet Dinah

Hi…my name is Dinah and I was found by an animal shelter wondering the streets, dirty, scared and hungry. My foster Mom rescued me and has worked hard to get me in tip top shape….I even graduated from doggie school!!! I prefer to be the center of attention and don’t share my foster Mom or toys well with other dogs, cats or children. I need an owner who understands and will have patience with my stubborn streak. I’m a great guard dog and will bark at anything out of the ordinary. My wish would be to curl up in your lap, be pampered, brushed, take a nice long stroll on my leash then stretch out beside you in bed and snooze under the covers. I will sit for snacks and even dance like a ballerina! Oh, I also walk on my two front feet in a “handstand” when I potty because I don’t want to step in anything……I’m a very unique lady looking for the perfect forever home…

Wish List

Dear Santa,

Carolina Poodle Rescue here. We would like to request the following items from you or any of your elves! This would be greatly appreciated by the poos, the non-poos and the people with us. Thank you for anything you can do.

Large ticket items (Over $250 for single item)

Commercial clothes washing machine Still seeking info
Commercial clothes dryer Still seeking info
Funds to install washer and dryer - Voyles Construction $800
Channel/drainage cut through building Voyles Construction $2,000
Bathing system TP38511 through PetEdge $499.99
Forced air dryer, Double K Calling Air Airmax 2 speed DK22001 in PetEdge catalog $233.29
Andis Super AGR cordless clippers AD65865 $199.95
Electric grooming table TP15140 in PetEdge $599.99
Clipper vac OR alternative is on http://www.vacgroom.com/
attachment to shop vac (would also need shop vac) Clipper vac is item #TP386 in Pet Edge $698.99

vac attachment is $59.99 plus a shop vac
Tub installation Voyles Construction Est $500

Every day items

Moser ARC clipper by Wahl WZ25451 $109.83
Moser ARC mini WZ87450 $69.32
Moser replacement blades WA17923 (currently need 2 new blades) $18.50
Moser replacement battery WA11430 (currently need 3 new batteries) $30.69
Andis ultra edge 2 speed clipper AD44 $129.99
Oster Performax 2 speed clipper OSC78054 $118.96
Pet scales Small ZT67020 $89.99
Pet scales – large Large ZT67018 $99.99
Oster blades 10 and 7F (we use 10 for face and feet and 7F blades for bodies)
10 blade # OS86811$18.49
7F blade # OS86875 $20.39

Geib scissors – crocodile 8 ½ straight is GE40085 $10.99
Geib scissors – crocodile 81/2 curved GE40185 $19.99
Midwest Micro crates, black economy suitcase Large MW21742 – need 12
42” x 28” x 32” $69.99 each
Midwest Micro crates, black economy suitcase Medium MW21730 – need 12
30” x 21” x 24” $52.99 each
Pads for crates – fleece with bumper Large ZW25042 $23.97 each
Pads for crates – fleece with bumper Medium - ZW25030 (need 24) $11.97 each
Flat sided pails for hanging 2 quart ZTA64402 (need 6) $4.99
Flat sided pails for hanging 6 quart ZTA64406 (need 10) $10.59
Spring clamps for buckets ZWA511312 (need 2) packs) $4.49
Paper towels Ongoing need
55 gallon trash bags Ongoing need
Canned dog food Ongoing need
Bleach Ongoing need
Blankets and comforters Ongoing need
Beds – cot beds ZW30730 – medium – could use 5 or 6 $22.99
Missing Link ZT25020 $67.98 5 lb bag
Missing Link ZT25019 $18.92 1 lb bag
Cow hooves ZT11305 – 20 to 25 pieces $13.99 (larger quantities available)
Bully sticks
Squeaky toys
Pigs ears
Collars Medium and x small, blue and red
Leashes 4 foot preferred, blue and red
Muzzle set See ebay
Old comforters Goodwill $10 each for king
Small TV with DVD player . we could use two of these, one for the lobby and one for the grooming area. We have grooming DVD’s we can buy to help our new groomers learn to groom, and training videos available for adopters to view while they are adopting their new pet Wal mart $89.99

Poodle Scoops

More Timely Tips

by Barbara

Yes! The holidays are here. It's a terrific time of year! It's fun to share the holidays with your dog. There will be lots of food, family, and conversation. Your dog can have fun, too, if you remember that he needs love and attention during all of the holiday activity. No matter what holiday you celebrate, try to get your dog out for some exercise and fun. A walk in the neighborhood, a ride in the car, or just playtime in the yard (yes, dogs like snow!) will help your dog to relax and stay out of trouble. Since your dog is in the house and is part of the celebration, share him with friends and relatives. Show them a trick he can do or just pet him for a short time while you visit with your guests before or after dinner.

Everyone will probably be very busy cooking and visiting with friends and family. You might help out by preparing your dog's regular meal and feeding him before the company arrives.
Turkey and ham are great! They smell good and taste even better. You might be tempted to give your dog some turkey or ham when he looks at you with his big brown eyes. These foods have a lot of fat and may cause your dog to have an upset stomach. One tiny piece might be ok, but remember that your dog's own food provides him with the best vitamins.
Keep your pets away from these items!

Chocolate can make your dog very sick. Mistletoe, Poinsettias, and Holly are poisonous when eaten. Keep them away from your pets. Ribbons, yarn, string, and tinsel can cause severe stomach problems and may require surgery if eaten by your dog or cat. Check your house to make sure that it is safe for your dog or puppy. Christmas tree ornaments and candles are very interesting to pets, but could be dangerous. Always stay with your dog or cat when there are things that could hurt them. Not only must we be careful with the ornaments on Christmas trees, but trees have been known to fall on pets if they are not stable.
Make sure your tree has a good stand or is tied so that it won't fall if your pet bumps into it.
If your dog likes to chew, be sure to keep him away from electrical cords like the ones that help to light up your tree. Dogs and cats can be hurt from the shock of an electrical cord when it is plugged in.

If your dog seems to be tired or stressed, give him a place to go where he can relax and get away from the activity. Put him in a bedroom or in his crate and give him a new toy. It will help him to calm down and rest.

Annette Clark Hiott and Christina Clark are Carolina Poodle Rescue Board members and they have their own line of shampoos and conditioners called Groomer’s Secret. They have done years of research to formulate all natural products to prevent skin and coat problems in dogs. It is our mission to educate the pet owner and in turn promote healthy skin and coat through the use of all natural products designed for prevention and to meet the needs of those with skin allergies. They also have their own grooming salon. If you wish to visit them online, their website is:

www.groomerssecret.com

How can you help poodles in need?

We are always looking for dedicated volunteers!

We need people to help check references, do telephone interviews & become adoption counselors, foster dogs in their home, help with newsletter, computer entry and fundraising stuff, or go to the farm to play with poodles and help out with poodle chores! Just drop me a line at tabell@mailer.fsu.edu

Terry Abell, Vol. Coordinator

How Shampoo Works
By Annette Clark Hiott

The basis for proper cleaning is most often thought to be in direct relation to suds and the amount of “bubbly foam” produced from the foaming agents within the shampoo. It would appear, to the consumer, that the more the shampoo sudsed and bubbled, the cleaner it would make the skin and coat of their dog. This is, in all actuality, not true. Thick suds literally choke off the cleaning action. Explaining the types and size of bubbles may help clarify how shampoo actually cleans.

Suds are air bubbles that are completely surrounded with a minuscule electrical charge which attract water molecules to hold dirt and sebum (oil) in suspension. The larger the surface area of the bubble, the greater is its capacity to hold water and suspend dirt. As a result, the dirt and oil are successfully rinsed away. Lower sudsing products create the bigger bubbles which more efficiently deliver the cleaning agents, and allow the water to remove the dirt and oil. The smaller, yet more “sudsy” feeling bubbles have much less surface area available to do the job. The thick suds have lots of little bubbles. When you lather up the thick suds, you must rinse some off and dilute the solution before you get much cleansing action. You have to rinse excessively, because those tiny bubbles cannot hold much water on their surface. Little bubbles, and lots of them, create a foamy feel and appearance, thus choking off the cleaning action.

There are three main, active ingredients for cleaning in a basic shampoo: (1) surfactants that loosen the dirt from the skin and coat; (2) emulsifiers that place the dirt and oil into suspension; and (3) water which is the carrying agent that removes the suspended dirt and oil. The other active ingredients treat specific needs for the coat and skin, such as, antibacterial agents or Tea Tree oil. Many manufactures add thickening agents in the form of excessive sodium to give the illusion that thicker is better. They also add extra foaming agents to satisfy those who think more suds mean better cleaning ability. These manufactures are feeding the public misconceptions and, in return, selling them a product that has inferior cleaning ability. The additives in these products are usually also the culprits causing many of our skin problems seen in dogs today.

Want to buy a T-shirt from the Retreat? 

They are the tangerine colored shirts in these pictures. The sizes we have left are: medium, xl, and xxl. The mediums and xl are $15 and the xxl is $17. Black totes with the Dreamweaver Farms logo is $12. Please add $3 shipping for each item.  Email: carolinapoodlerescue@charter.net if you are interested in purchasing any.

Help Wanted

Volunteer local to Pacolet SC with a digital camera. Donna needs help with dog profile sheets and photos of new poodles. You'll be coming to Dreamweaver Farms at least weekly to take photographs and get to know the poodles, copy medical information and input into our profile sheet, write petfinder descriptions and get those to Deb Poston and Donna. This will speed up our adoptions tremendously.

Volunteers local to Pacolet SC who have a valid driver's license. We need drivers. With vet appointments at least once per week and the need to pick up dogs at local shelters and bring to Dreamweaver Farms, we need more hands willing to drive. Vehicle and fuel available to those who can commit.

Thanks,
Donna

The Rainbow Bridge

Dedicated to those who have passed over

"Spinner"

Rose Ciaravino in Manassas, VA.

Our Mission

To rescue, rehabilitate, offer permanent sanctuary and, when appropriate, rehome needy poodles and small dogs.

To encourage the human-animal bond by promoting activities that serve to bring animals and their people closer together

To support the efforts of those in the animal rescue community seeking to end euthanasia as a means of population control.

Carolina Poodle Rescue
Email: carolinapoodle.rescue@gmail.com
www.carolinapoodlerescue.org
www.carolinapoodle.petfinder.com

For donations mail to:
10901 Reidville Rd.
Greer, SC 29651

Or Paypal: carolinapoodle.rescue@gmail.com

Want to submit a story for the newsletter? Share a dog recipe? Email it to:carolinapoodlerescue@charter.net

Beth Jancse, Newsletter Editor

Honey Bear and ceiling panels in the kennel