"One by One Until There are None.”
In this issue:
- From Donna's Desk
- A Very Special Note
- Something For Our Troops
- BMW Charity Pro-Am Golf Tournament
- Friends of Poodles Event - 9th Annual Paw Jam 2010
- Remember the Basics
- The Rainbow Bridge
- Just Pictures
A very special note:
As we grow, I've come to see all kinds of things happen between people and their dogs. Of course there is always much rejoicing when I hear tails of how your companions delight you and fill your lives. Passing on those happy stories keeps everyone here going. Keep sending them and your wonderful update pictures.
But I also understand that sometimes things change and that change means that what was once a positive relationship between family and dog doesn't work any more. Perhaps it's behavior related. Your dog picks up some habits you don't want him to and no amount of training undoes those bad changes. Just as we change, dogs change too and it can often be six months or more into a new home before personality quirks can come to the forefront.
Perhaps it's lifestyle related. Your job changes and you have to work too many hours or more likely these days, you lose your job. Your health changes. You have a baby. Life is about changing. None of us stay static.
When you adopted your dog from Carolina Poodle Rescue, we asked for one big thing. We asked that if for whatever reason, you can't take care of your dog, that you contact us immediately and we will happily take that dog back in to our care and find him a new home or provide a safe place for her.
I have heard it said to me by some, "I don't want to return my dog to a kennel" yet isn't that better than the alternative? Either an unhappy and unfulfilled existence for you taking care of something that no longer brings you joy? Your dog can feel your unhappiness and that makes him unhappy without knowing why.
Or even worse, like the email I got last week from an adopter describing how our dog had been struck by a car and killed right in front of them when he dashed out the door. They had been having some other troubles but didn't call for help. I am not criticizing these nice people but do hope that we can all learn from this tragic accident.
Our staff and I am here to help you. The collective experience of our staff and volunteers in working with dogs and with figuring out why they do the things they do and how to change those things if they are not working for you is very intensive. We're glad to help. We want to help. If there are challenges you are having and you want some guidance, reach out. Or if you just can't care for your dog anymore, then reach out. There is always room for a CPR dog to return. Our commitment to them and to you is for their lives. Better a cozy kennel for a while and then a new home then a cold grave under a tree in your yard.
We're only an email or phone call away.
Thanks,
Donna Ezzell
The BMW Charity Pro-Am Golf Tournament
Want to attend a world class Pro-Am golf tournament and help CPR? Here is your chance!
The BMW Charity Pro-Am will take place May 13-16, 2010 at Thornblade Club (Greer SC), The Carolina Country Club (Spartanburg, SC) and Bright’s Creek Golf Club (Mill Spring, NC).
Carolina Poodle Rescue receives 100% of the proceeds from the sale of the Patron Credentials (tickets $25.00).
You can work the tournament as a Carolina Poodle Rescue volunteer, or purchase a volunteer package for someone else (cost $40 CPR gets 100%)
Build a four-person team for the 2010 OOBE Charity Challenge Pro-Am occurring Monday, May 10 at Thornblade Club and enjoy a fantastic day of golf while raising money for charity.Foursomes are $6,000 each, with a minimum of $3,000 in prize money going back to Carolina Poodle Rescue.
You can visit our webpage for more information here:
http://carolinapoodlerescue.org/bmw.shtml
Friends of poodles - here's a fun event that will really make your day. 9th Annual Paw Jam 2010
Saturday, May 1 2010 at Battleship Park in Wilmington NC will be the 3rd annual Paw Jam Festival! Last year, CPR had a booth at this very fun event and we've committed to being there this year. Raising $15,000 for participating rescue groups, Paw Jam is a blast, offering the public an opportunity to meet rescue groups, purchase dog related items and network with other dog devoted friends.
David Wilson is our lead for Paw Jam. David is lining up help and booth workers now. If you can assist, please contact David at reaveswilson@hotmail.com
Remember the Basics
by Gwen Gambill
Keep you home pet-proofed.
Check your home for possible poisons, toxins and plants that your pet can get in to. Common dangers include antifreeze, rat or mouse bait, slug bait, medications, drugs, electrical cords, paper shredders, and insecticides. Remove access to children's toys, strings or small objects that can be chewed on or swallowed. Common foods that are poison to dogs include onions, raisins and chocolate.
Make Sure Your Pet Is Identified.
Pets can lose their collar and in many case their "identification" along with it. Tags can fall off. A tag is very important if your dog is hit or runs away. It is the best and fastest way to get you in touch with your pet in the case of an emergency. Do you know where your microchip identification is stored?
Check that Collar.
Check your pet's neck weekly to make sure the collar is not too loose or too tight.
Happy Valentine's Day
From Donna's Desk
I found this email in my inbox recently.
Hi Donna, hope all is going well with you, and Dreamweaver. I was talking to a friend the other day, who's scared he'll be losing his 14 yr old toy soon, and told him I'd send the link to the page,
Of course, I couldn't help but looking at the dogs available, and was curious why you are accepting so many other breeds now? I know EVERY dog that needs rescuing needs a shelter willing to help, but it seems you're less than half poodles now.
I'm just curious to what policy is in place, when I know there have got to be a zillion poo, poo mixes that need shelters.
I know how busy you are, and just hope when you have a moment to respond if you can help me understand. I guess the main thing is you simply find it hard to turn anyone away; and some of them could be mates of CPR adoptees who have come in through the program you offer. but would appreciate some enlightenment.
It’s not the first one I’ve received on the subject so if this supporter is wondering, than others of you may be to. Here is my response:
Actually our web page is deceiving. We still take in mostly poodles and poodle mixes. Because we are so well known now, over 50% of our poodles never even get to the web page but are placed from our waiting list. Last week alone, I placed two standards that never went up on the listings. They came in, had their vet work done, and were in homes within a week. I have two 3 lb poodles sleeping at my feet right now. The little girl, an owner release due to the owner's health will never be listed. I have four homes waiting to hear who is going to get lucky enough to get her once she is spayed. You'll see a german shepherd mix, Breezy, go up shortly. Breezy came with the little one. I could not leave her to be turned over to the pound by an owner trying to do the right thing. The little boy, a stray, will go on the special needs page as he needs a thyroid test and a dental - but once that is done and at his size I know I'll have a line for him, too. People adore these tiny dogs. Four little red mini's came to us last week. Same as these other - I doubt I'll have to advertise for homes. These dogs are all under 2 years old and adorable. They'll find homes quick. Their owner's health is bad and so they asked us to find them homes. (ed note: as of this newsletter, three of those four are in homes).
I also take in quite a few shih tzu's. It started because it was not unusual to get in a poodle and find out that poodle had a shih tzu friend - the two seem to go hand in hand . The shih tzu's find homes quickly also but I do list all of them because we're not known for shih tzu's.
As for the others - the cockers, the chinese cresteds, the bichons...and heaven help the four jack russells we have now. Well, they come and they stay longer as we search for and advertise for homes. I try not to take too many other breeds, but most come through special circumstances or through very special requests. Our lab girl Tameka is the mother of four labradoodle puppies we got as well as dad, a standard poodle. How could I leave her behind in a puppy mill? The pups and dad are all placed and now mom is looking for a home. Two of the jack's came from a rescue in serious trouble and reaching out for help. The two smooth coat jacks jumped into Terry’s van when he stopped at a red light! Yes, he opened the door to get them out of the road but they had other plans :) Since dogs don’t have thumbs, how could Terry know they were hitch hiking?
The cockers came from places where we had or were pulling poodles and they came along for the ride. The bichons were a special request from some wonderful supporters who transported them down here from PA. They are such close cousins to poodles that placing them won't be hard once their rehab is done. The crested's are puff crested's and once their hair grows out, I think they will be easy to place.
I only very reluctantly transfer dog to other groups once we take them in. Once we make that commitment, we keep it.
There is an old saying that says you should always dance with the one who brought you to the party. Pulling and placing poodles has brought me to rescue and made us successful. We'll always do that for every poodle that we can. These others do touch our hearts and present themselves in such a way that saying no just isn't feasible.
I hope this helps explain things. Please feel free to ask anytime you see something we are doing that doesn't make sense.
Hugs to your kids,
Donna
Something for our Troops
If you would be so kind and when you find some time, please help support our troops in Iraq by sending our daughter and son any Poodle post-cards, Poodle letters or Poodle notes!
Their addresses are:
Michael L Bjorge
Navel Sg Forward Kilo
Fox Trot Company
FPO AE 09501-3411
Naomi James
34 EBS/MPC
APO AE 09309
These address along with pictures that our children are sending to us from Iraq are posted on our web site: http://www.picketspoodles.com/military.htm
Both our children share these Poodle cards, notes and letters with many of the other soldiers who are serving our country while away from their home, family and friends.
God Bless the USA and thank you for your support!
Gail at picket Fence Poodles
and Picket Fence Poodle Rescue
www.picketspoodles.com
The Rainbow Bridge
Dedicated to those who have passed over
"Calista"
Dreamweaver Farms, Pacolet SC
"Murphy"
Sherry Kelly, Martinsburg, WV
"Skeeter"
Dana Crenshaw, Greenwood, SC
"Dusty"
The Busko Family, Atlanta GA
Just Pictures
Layla Bruskiewitz in the Shade
Louis and QTippecanoe
Cally Lily
Pouffy and Tricksey Morris
Barney with his Family the Wood's
Carolina Poodle Rescue is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Donations are tax-deductible.
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.
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CPR Board Of Directors Donna Ezzell, President Bunny Brown, Secretary Beth Jancse, Treasurer |
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Wayne Ezzell Anne Raduns Sherry Wilson |
Jay Jancse Melinda Horn Dennis Horn |
Beth Jancse
Carolina Poodle Rescue Review Editor
Carolina
Poodle Rescue
Email: cpr@carolinapoodlerescue.org
www.carolinapoodlerescue.org
For donations
mail to our business address:
10901 Reidville Rd.
Greer, SC 29651
Or Paypal: carolinapoodle.rescue@gmail.com
