WE NEED HOMES--
Some friends who do Chow rescue have put some of my writings on their site. "Why I Relate to Animals" is probably the first one you should read after the title page. It pretty much explains why I have spent years rescuing animals. The one about losing their home and taking their dog to the shelter is NOT about me, but a co-worker who lost her home and couldn't find a place to rent who woud accept her 8 year old pitbull. The site is http://www.tlcchowrescue.com/poem/poem.htm . Enjoy, however, a few may bring tears as they were written from the heart.
My home phone lines are hooked up to the computer and I don't even have a phone connected to them. MY CELL IS 269-908-8080
. Telulah was a stray found tied up to the gate at a Humane Society. After spending 2 weeks there due to stray hold and weather conditions, she finally made it here. She is the sweetest thing on this earth. She does, however have 2 severe luxating patellas. At this time we are trying Adequan injections to lubricate the joints, Glucosamine/Chondroitin as supplements, and allowing her self limitations. If you could her joy of trotting across my property or seeing her waiting on my bed each time I return home from work, you, too, would try everyhing to keep her alive. She has a ramp to get on my bed, and since nothing can be done to correct the knee caps, I am seeking alternative corrections if and when she has pain associated to her limitations. A wheelchair has been donated to a fellow rescue, so more options are opening up every day . If you would like to help Telulah, donations can be sent to or called into (credit/debit card) to Southkent Vet, 9030 N. Rodgers Ct., Caledonia, MI 49333 (616) 891-9070. Just ask that it be applied to Great Pyrenees Rescue. If you happen to get new staff, just ask for Brenda in the office. It can also be sent to PayPal at Dogsownme@AOL.com-UPDATE 2/20/08--Telulah and I would like to thank Mary Catherine Jackman for her donation towards Telulah's care. I have no e-mail address for you, but would love to thank you personally if you send an e-mail. We would also like to thank Joan Crowe for her generous donation towards her injections.
Mary is one of 2 females who came into rescue, had pups, and is now still here after 1 /2 years. Due to her mischevious nature and outstanding agility abilities, she will be staying with me. She will be at the Great Pyrenees Club of America Specialty Nationals in Westlake, OH at the end of April to meet her future competition.
Please be reminded that I do not do same day adoptions, so if you are interested in one of them, the vet references and home visit must be complete prior to adopting. If you are looking for a Pyr and I don't have what y ou are looking for, please look at Indy Great Pyrenees listings. I will do their followup work here in Michigan if they have a dog that suits your needs.
If you would like to help us rescue dogs, please consider becoming a foster home. I have had to turn down several dogs because I am full. There is nothing more rewarding than saving a life!! There are 2 in shelters right now that I can't accept without a place for them to stay while waiting for a forever home.
Not all Pyrs come in because the are truly unwanted. This is a huge breed, and quite often dogs come into the program because of family situations. When a family splits up, quite often neither person can afford to purchase a new home with adequate facilities to keep their Pyr, and it is with a heavy heart that they surrender their pet in order to find them a family who can keep them safe and loved. I am also seeing a lot of dogs losing their families and homes due to foreclosure on their homes.
Please realize the size of this dog, the fact that they require a fenced yard and will become bored if left outside for long periods of time, causing them to resort to digging or barking to entertain themselves.
Potential adopters must be willing to have vet references, personal references and a home visit performed.
Adopters must agree to appropriate medical care, which includes but is not limited to annual vaccinations, annual heartworm testing and preventative, emergency care, grooming, licensing and containment of the dog. Adoption fee is $250-$300, depending on age. Anyone familiar with large dogs knows that this barely covers the medical if the dog comes in healthy. If you wonder why rescues have to charge what we do, please read http://www.suite101.com/article.cfm/12811/90324. Joan Fremo was a dear friend who died way too soon.
Please e-mail Dogsownme@aol.com or call 269-908-8080 for information or to arrange to meet the rescues. Donations for medical care are always appreciated. Checks can be sent directly to Southkent Vet--9030 Rodgers Ct., Caledonia, MI 49316-Just put note for Great Pyrenees Rescue and ask them to put a copy in my file so that I can thank you. Click here to see our Happy Tails!
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