DAZE OF CAMELOT ANIMAL SANCTUARY

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********19 Year Old "Lucky" Lost her 85 Year Old Human Companion********

"If a dog will not come to you after having looked you in the face, you should go home and examine your conscience."

***** "PORCH-A" - ALIVE AND WELL!*****

"Porch-a" (Pronounced Porsche) is alive and well. We hope that this message gets to his past owners.

June...The long, cold, white winter had finally passed and the warm weather had set in for the upcoming summer. As I pulled into the driveway and up to the house I noticed a black and white cat sitting in a small amount of shade on the front porch. Not unusual - except for the swarm of flies hovering around the cat's head. As I climbed out of the car the cat didn't move. Not a good sign. As I rushed over to investigate I saw an old cat carrier with wood chips on the bottom sitting at the front door, with the kennel door open. Looking over to the cat in question I was immediately relieved to know that it wasn't one of "ours".

As I picked him up I noticed that he had dirt crusted onto his feet and about his body. His third eyelids were up, he smelled terrible, and he didn't look well at all. Even so, he immediately began purring, and pulled himself to my shoulder where he nuzzled his head under my chin. I immediately put him into the carrier that I always have in my car - and we headed to the Vet's office, with a phone call to let them know we were on our way.

When we arrived they had a room ready for us. Taking him out of the carrier he again went right for my shoulder, purring as though nothing were wrong. What a sweetheart!!! It wasn't until I put him on the exam table and the doctor began to examine him that I realized the full extent (or so I thought) of his injuries. All too soon it became apparent that his lower lip had been torn away from the bone, and hung loosely about 1 1/2 inches down his neck.. The doctor explained the operation needed to repair this, and off they went to surgery. But he needed a name. We had to have something to call him when he woke up. We decided quickly on Porch-a (pronounced Porsche) as we found him on the porch.
A short time later the surgery assistant called to let me know that Porch-a's lip surgery was going well, but it appeared that he also had a broken jaw, AND a cleft pallet. I didn't realize this, but the cleft pallet is a hole in the roof of the mouth. Apparently he had been born with it. Every time he ate, some of his food would escape into that hole, and then into his nasal cavity creating both discomfort AND a breeding spot for bacteria. We discussed the cost and the procedure, and decided to go ahead. We later learned that during the surgery one of the surgical assistants had the job of removing all of the TICKS from Porch-a! Apparently he was loaded with both fleas and ticks. In the process of digesting all this information, I decided that it would be far easier to feed this little guy through a tube inserted in his neck and running into his stomach, than trying to force food into a mouth that was sure to be so terribly sore! Porch-a came through the surgery with flying colors, and was ready to come back to Daze of Camelot, and the comfort and safety of a kennel in the living room. He receives his nourishment through the tube running into his stomach, and will continue to do so until he is able to eat on his own. We are anticipating about three months. Meanwhile, we take him to the Vet every three days to have the bandage around his neck changed. This bandage holds the feeding tube in place, and the area must be kept clean.

If you would like to help with Porch-a's Veterinary bills it would be greatly appreciated. His surgery was extremely expensive. Please remember that EVERY dollar is greatly appreciated, is tax deductible, AND allows us to continue trying to save the Elderly, Abused and Disabled. IT IS BECAUSE OF YOU THAT WE ARE ABLE TO DO WHAT WE DO!!!

You will find mailing and telephone information for our Veterinarian near the top as well as near the bottom of this page.


After 6 full weeks, Porch-a was able to have his feeding tube removed, along with the wires that were stabilizing his broken jaw. BUT...he refused to eat on his own. Another trip to the Vet revealed that he needed yet another surgery to cover exposed bone on his lower jaw. Once that surgery was completed, Porch-a was very eager to eat EVERYTHING that was offered to him! He will not be able to eat crunchy dry food until he has completely healed from the second surgery. Meanwhile, he is enjoying the luxury of canned food!
TO BE CONTINUED

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***** "ARBY"..... PARALYZED, TERRIFIED, AND ALMOST TOO LATE!*****

It was a weekend evening, and we were sitting at our favorite "watering hole" drinking coffee and talking with our young grandson - a good time to check the missed calls on my cell phone. The one that caught my immediate attention came in some two hours earlier - a cat was seen dragging it's entire rear end and heading into a drainage pipe at the local Arby's - just down the street from where we were sitting. I grabbed my coat and keys and told the boys I would be back as soon as possible.

Pulling into the Arby's parking lot I drove to the rear, where a chain link fence sat between the fast food stop and the Highway. I parked the car and scanned the ground along the fence line for the drainage pipe. There it was, some 50 feet away.

Opening the back of the Explorer, I flipped up the top off of the large box labeled "Rescue Supplies" and began pulling out the needed equipment - heavy leather gloves, net, canned cat food. I opened the door to one of the pet carriers that we always carry for emergencies such as this, said a quick prayer, and headed toward the pipe staying about 7 feet back, and hopefully out of sight. As I got closer I could see the cat - laying just inside the pipe. I crept past the front, and quietly laid down my supplies. Leaning forward I could see about 5 inches of the orange tail sticking out of the pipe. If I spooked the cat, it would retreat further into the pipe, and I would probably not get another chance without heading home for our live trap. It was getting dark, and snowing lightly. Putting on the heavy leather gloves, I decided to make my move. Creeping quietly to a point alongside the mouth of the drainage pipe, I knelt down, said another quick prayer, and knew that I would only have one chance at this. Reaching down I grabbed the tail, pulled the cat out of the pipe, and then grabbed the scruff of his neck before he could react.

I immediately stood up, then walked quickly to the back of the car where the pet carrier sat waiting with an open door. Although twisting, turning, meowing and hissing I was able to drop the cat into the box and slam the door closed, without getting bitten - this time! I did notice that through all of the objections that the cat's hind quarters remained limp and hung loose. Gathering the remaining supplies and shoving them into the car, I headed toward our Vet, calling ahead to let them know I was bringing in an emergency.
The initail examination revealed no major broken bones, bladder terribly full and although the back legs and tail were paralyzed, he appeared to have a little sense of pain when his toes were tested. A flicker of hope!
We spent the next two days visiting Arby at our Vets' office. He hungrily ate a whole can of food at each one of our visits, and began purring and kneading his paws. We were happily establishing trust, and a bond. But his bladder became harder and harder to express, and when we pinched his toes he no longer responded. At this point we decided to go ahead with xrays and maybe an ultrasound. In doing so we discovered, sadly, that Arby's spine was severed. Devastation immediately set in. We could take him home and continue to express his bladder 3 times daily for the rest of his life. He would feel no pain, but he would be totally immobile for the rest of his life.

Our mission is to rescue the elderly, disabled and abused. In doing so we must also know when it is time to set a soul free - to soar without restraint, without pain. Holding Arby close, whispering in his ear the promise of going to sleep and waking up healthy and whole once again was very, very difficult. In the short time we had together we had indeed established a bond. We weren't able to give Arby a long life, but we WERE able to give him several days of eating and drinking water to his heart's content, warmth and comfort where he knew he could sleep without fear of predators, or starving or freezing to death, and being treated and comforted by humans that truly cared for, and loved him.

We wouldn't have changed a thing. We love you litte Arby!

***NEWS***

We are excited to announce that Daze of Camelot Animal Sanctuary is now Incorporated AND our 501(c)(3) non profit animal rescue/sanctuary status has been approved by the IRS. This is a big step for our little Sanctuary, as it will make more resources available to help our permanent residents.

********6 month old "Cali" shares a nap with 20 year old "Mattie"********

As people become more familiar with what we do, we are experiencing a greater number of phone calls and emails regarding stray and unwanted animals. Some people just need to know how to care for ferrel cats, which becomes a stronger issue in the spring and summer, and then again in the winter months. We are always more than willing to share what knowledge we have that might help you in an animal situation. We are not a shelter for stray and uwanted dogs and cats. There are indeed times that we find it necessary to refer people to our local Humane Society. Please keep in mind that we cannot seize an animal from a home, no matter what the circumstances. Only the Humane Society and the Sheriff's office can legally seize animals.
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***OUR RESCUED JOUSTING HORSE, RACE TRACK HORSE, AND WSU VETERINARY TRAINING ALPACAS***

Along with the smaller animals at the Sanctuary we also have several residents that have been brought to us from very negative situations. CM the pregnant llama was headed for the butcher when we heard of her impending doom. We frantically tracked down her location and bought her. Today, CM and her cria Phaedra are living happy and secure lives here at Camelot.
TAZ is a rescued Quarter Horse/Thoroughbred off of the Jousting circuit. Taz stands approximately 16 hands tall, and has some real issues from his years on the jousting circuit. He is rideable by a very experienced horseman only (which Dale is). He will not enter an arena (who can blame him), and he can simply explode at any second. Over the past three years here, Taz and Dale have formed a close bond that Taz has probably not experienced before.
BELLA came to us as a retired race horse that was being used to breed future race horses. Her last foal was deformed, and so she was headed to the canner. Today she spends lazy days in the sun. Bella boasts several foal that have become national champions, but she doesn't let it go to her head. She loves being a country kind of gal.
Several years ago we received a call from the Veterinary department of Washington State University saying that they were going to disburse their herd of alpacas, and wondered if we would be interested in taking any. These alpacas had been donated several years earlier to the University as learning tools for the students. They had known nothing but surgeries and procedures in the quest to train future doctors to save these gentle creatures. We brought FRODO and LANCELOT to the sanctuary with the idea that we wouldn't even TRY to touch them for at least one year. We felt that they deserved a full year of living with our other farm animals, and observing US, so that they would feel comfortable, and know that their days of being poked and prodded at were finally over. Today, Frodo and Lance are a happy addition to our farm animals.
Other farm rescues include two Khatadin sheep (MOLLY & MYRTLE), a miniature horse (WILLOW), a Welch pony (BRIDGETTE), two ducks that had been shot (DAPHNE & DELORES) but chose not to leave once they recovered. They happily spend their days in the pond with the other ducks and geese.
These are just a few of the farm animals that live here. Each one, just like the small animals, has a story to tell. If you are quiet, and pay attention, each one will be happy to tell you theirs!
WE CAN OFFER YOU A TAX DEDUCTIBLE RECEIPT!!!- WE DESPERATELY NEED A USED HORSE TRAILER LONG ENOUGH TO TRANSPORT WARM BLOODS (THOROUGHBREDS, ETC.) - AND WE NEED GRASS OR GRASS/ALFALFA HAY
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On several occasions we have been called to rescue a variety of animals for the Grant County Sheriff's Office; 2 dogs, one llama, and two horses.

We have brought home PREGNANT llamas that were headed to the butcher shop; horses that were living in horrible conditions with no hay, but only manure to eat; and even two Pot Bellied Pigs that were living in town!!!

As with the smaller animals, we attempt to neuter all of the males. It is not always an option to "fix" the females, but castrating the males prevents further births of unwanted animals.

As we do not have a horse trailer it is necessary to have our large animal Veterinarian come to our house. Although this is not inconvenient, it IS EXPENSIVE, as there is a substantial home visit fee charged for each visit.

If you are able to make a tax deductible donation of a used horse trailer, it would be greatly appreciated. Being able to trailer our large animals directly to the Vet would cut down on the cost of treating these large animals dramatically.

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***WHO WE ARE***

Daze of Camelot Animal Sanctuary (DOCAS) is located in Moses Lake, in the heart of eastern Washington. Although we have been rescuing and receiving unwanted animals since 1997, we did not become incorporated until late 2005 and received our 501 (c) (3 ) non-profit status in late 2005. In 2008 we were accepted by the Washington Secretary of State into the Charities Program. This acceptance allows public employees and government workers to donate a portion of each paycheck to our sanctuary. Our registration number is 24774.

We are a no-kill sanctuary and the cats and dogs living here do not live in cages or kennels, but roam the farm with us during the daytime, and are brought inside every afternoon for the night to protect them from coyotes, which cross over our property regularly, owls, and other critters that go bump in the night. The majority of our critters are special needs residents that would not have been considered adoptable, but are living happy and fulfilling lives. These special needs animals have been brought to us from several different areas and are some of the most loving souls that you could ever meet. They are permanent residents at Camelot, each individual and unique, and each one greatly loved.

Our special needs residents have been brought to us from Cat Tales Zoological Park in Spokane, Spokanimal in Spokane, Benton Franklin Humane Society in Tri-Cities (a no kill Humane Society), P.O.P.P. (Pet Over Population Prevention) in Tri-Cities, Moses Lake Humane Society, Tacoma-Pierce County Humane Society, Kootenai Humane Society in Hayden Idaho (a no kill Humane Society), and we even received two special needs animals from southern California.


At the time that we accept an animal into the sanctuary it is with the idea that they will be a permanent resident. Our goal is NOT to sell, adopt, or otherwise transfer the animal another time, to another home. When they come here, they ARE home. It is very rare that we allow any of the residents to go to another home. That is not our purpose. That is also why we are not able to accept all of the animals that people want to bring to us. Unfortunately, our space and our funds are limited., which is one reason why we specialize in the elderly and disabled.When one of the elderly residents passes away, it allows us to bring in another.

We have been blessed over the years with generous contributions of food, bedding, and toys, all of which are appreciated more than the donors could possibly imagine. In addition to our resident family of cats and dogs we presently house and care for llamas and alpacas, 2 race horses, sheep, farm birds, and rescued wild birds. We attempt to neuter or spay all cats and dogs that come to the Sanctuary in the hopes that each animal that is spayed or neutered will eliminate unwanted litters, and the euthanasia of countless innocent lives.

Our veterinarians and their staff at Pioneer Veterinary Clinic are among the most caring and compassionate people we know, and we would not be able to do what we do without their much appreciated assistance and emotional support. Although not all endings are happy, it is not for their lack of total commitment to the care and humane treatment of God's creatures.

Although we are only able to do it on a very small scale, it is our mission to provide for abandoned, disabled and abused animals and hope to aid in the education of adults and children regarding the care and treatment of all animals. We gladly visit schools, when invited, to speak about the value of an animal's life, the unconditional love that they offer, and how to know when it is time to let them go.
When we accept an animal into the sanctuary, it is with the idea that they will live out their life here in peace, with dignity and with love - and never again fear the loss of their home and family. Due to the nature of the animals that we accept (disabled and elderly), their stay with us is often very short before they move on to Rainbow Bridge.

WE ARE NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE GRANT COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY, OR GRANT COUNTY ANIMAL OUTREACH

**********"MAXIMILLIAN ! " - OUR DELIGHTFUL DAYS WITH A DOGO ARGENTINO**********

Long Ago And Far, Far Away (well, not THAT far!) we came upon this wonderful guy in a local shelter. Weighing in at around 130 pounds, it seemed that he was just too large for anyone to want as a companion. Nobody seemed to know what breed of dog Max was until two sisters at the shelter did some research and figured out that this handsome boy was a Dogo Argentino.
The shelter was reluctant to release him to us, as they felt there was surely a home waiting for him somewhere. Our concern was that Max would fall into the wrong hands - and be bought as a fighting dog. In retrospect, we think that he had already been acquired as a fighting dog - in belief that he was a large (!!!!) Pit Bull. We filled out the paperwork and purchased Max.
After bringing Max home it quickly became obvious that he was anything but a fighter. He was the most loving mass of muscle that you could imagine! We set out on the computer to learn all we could about Dogo's. It appears that Dogo Argentino's were bred for hunting LARGE cats. Max did indeed have an afinity for our cats. We have dogs that cannot be around cats - but none this large and powerful. Taking Max outside involved a VERY short leash and Dale walking him down the stairs, as he tried to happily lunge at any visible cats.
After several months it became obvious that this was not the best situation for Max OR for us. We set out with heavy hearts to find a proper Forever Home for him. We received many applications, but none sounded "Perfect" until we received emails and an application from a lady on the West side of the mountains. She had a large Mastif who needed a friend. After much talking back and forth, she came to meet Max, and it was love at first sight for both of them.
We still receive emails about and photos of Max, and we are thrilled to know that he is definitely in his Forever Home - and loving every minute of it. This was one of the very few times that we have adopted out one of the animals that come to the sanctuary. It was indeed a perfect placement.
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***CHERISHED GOLDEN YEARS - THE "ANCIENT ONES"***

Far too often elderly and middle aged dogs are "thrown away" by their owners. They are dumped on the streets or in the country far from their home, or taken to a shelter where their chances of being adopted by a loving family are very slim. Most often this is the end of the line for these dogs. During these advanced years when they should be living in peace with the family that they love, they are instead left to die amongst strangers, not understanding what they did wrong, and why their family doesn't want them any longer. Often these elderly dogs require daily medication, and they need additional love and understanding. It isn't always an easy task to help them. It isn't always cheap. But if you have ever come to the rescue of an elderly dog in need of a home that will love and understand them, then you know how truly rewarding this act of kindness can be. One of our goals is to help some of these elderly dogs know that they ARE loved and needed when they die and cross that threshold to Rainbow Bridge.

On a RARE occasion you will see an "ancient one" on our site looking for someone to spend their remaining time with. Some people are afraid to take an elderly dog into their life because they don't want to get too attached to an animal that won't be around long. I admit that it can be difficult, but the love that is returned to you far surpasses the short time together.

ASLAN IS SPONSORED BY: Maria Callaway, Renton, WA

****11 Year Old "Aslan" Was Too Old To Show - And Was Thrown Away****

There is a little phrase that I read in Petwarmers recently that came from the mouth of a 4 year old:

"People are born so that they can learn how to live a good life -- like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?"
The four-year-old continued, "Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don't have to stay as long."

***********MY FRIEND FLICKA************

It was a cold November morning with snow falling quietly when we received a call from the Sheriff's Department. There was a horse in the middle of the desert, some 40 miles from here - could we rescue it? We immediately began calling around, looking for a horse trailer to borrow. When we finally located one evening was drawing near - the rescue would have to wait until morning.

We left early, and hit the freeway as the snow continued to fall. The temperature was around 20, and the roads were icy. We debated whether to continue - or turn around and go home. The roads began to get better and so we decided to continue on. An hour later we reached the spot where the horse had been reported. We saw him standing about 300 yards from a manufactured home that sat in the middle of tumbleweeds in the desert. As we drew closer, three little girls holding apples came running outside, accompanied by their mother and father. Each one held their apple filled hand high in the air and began calling to the horse. Slowly the old man began moving toward the children, until he finally reached them, and was rewarded with 3 apples.

The father explained that the horse had shown up over a week ago. They had contacted people in the area, but nobody claimed him. As we haltered him we checked his teeth and determined that he was well into his 20's. With the price of hay up to $180 ton, his owners had probably decided they didn't want to feed the old man through the winter, and had trailered him off into the desert to die - alone and cold.
As we loaded him into the trailer we asked what they had been calling him. The father explained that the little girls had recently seen the movie "My Friend Flicka", and were calling him Flicka. Flicka it was! We brought him home, unloaded and fed him, and marvelled at his quiet and gentle nature. Last contact with the Sheriff's office revealed that nobody had called to claim him. We are hoping that he will be able to live out his days at the sanctuary - among those who care.

IF YOU NEED A TAX DEDUCTION - WE DESPERATELY NEED A USED HORSE TRAILER LONG ENOUGH TO TRANSPORT WARM BLOODS (THOROUGHBREDS, ETC.) - AND WE ALSO NEED GRASS OR GRASS/ALFALFA HAY

***********MANGO'S CHRISTMAS PRESENT************

It was winter equinox, one of my favorite days of the year, as the days begin to stay light longer - and in a small way you know that spring is not far to follow. It allows the hope of renewal and rejuvination.
We had just returned from the Vet's office in what seems like a weekly ritual these days. When the phone rang with the caller ID showing it was our Veterinarian, I assumed I had forgotten something while there. But I was wrong. A couple had just brought in a cat they found with a mangled front leg. They were not able to opt for surgery, and reluctantly requested that the cat be euthanized. Seeing that the owners were distressed at the thought, our Vet asked if they would consider signing a release of ownership if a rescue would accept responsibility. They agreed, and we were called.

The doctors needed to perform surgery immediately as infection had set in and they didn't dare wait another day. We immediately headed for the Vet's office so we could meet the kitty before her surgery. This would enable her to at least recognize us after the amputation. When we arrived we were struck by her soft blue eyes, and purring despite what had to be intolerable pain. Her front leg was totally mangled, and had been that way for some time as the smell of infection was very strong. We held her for a few minutes trying to reassure her that all would be okay,and then sent her off to surgery.
We love happy endings - and this one was indeed happy! Mango (as we named her) came through the surgery fine, and was on the road to recovery. We picked her up the following morning and brought her home, putting her in a living room kennel to regain her strength for a few days.

It actually took Mango a few days longer to feel active enough to demand being let out of her kennel. Dogs and cats recover so miraculously fast from major surgeries, that we think she took her time so that she could get to know and trust US, and also get to know the other indoor animals without having to interact with them immediately. Whatever the case, she is an absolute sweetheart, and we are thrilled that she has accepted us so quickly as her family.

********THE LUCK OF THE IRISH - LEROY********

LEROY IS SPONSORED BY: BARKS-R-US, Yakima, WA

It was mid September when we received the email from a Washington rescue describing a large dog in their local shelter that was about to be euthanized. The pictures that we received showed a large, but very thin and forlorn looking dog that appeared to be a terrier/sheep dog mix. He was in dire straits, and needed to be taken from the shelter immediately if his life was going to be saved. Could we PLEASE take him!!!
Of course we would.
The rescuers immediately took him to their vet to be neutered, but while there the real problem became evident all too soon....testicular cancer. Surgery was performed, but it was not possible to remove all of the cancer.

That afternoon we met halfway to bring "Leroy" back to the sanctuary. He was still groggy from the anesthetic, and seemed reluctant to leave those who had saved his life - Barks-R-Us Rescue.
A good nights sleep and a morning meal made all the difference in the world to Leroy's attitude. Although he was still moving tenderly from the surgery, he was smiling and eager to go outside. As he was so thin we wrapped him first in a doggy coat, and headed out the door. As days passed Leroy became stronger and stronger and wanted to spend more time outdoors. We moved him into the back yard with the other residents, where he seemed very content to lie in the grass and play every once in awhile.

In the following weeks, as the weather began to cool, we decided to bring Leroy indoors as he was still quite fragile. His attitude is still very heroic, but it is obvious that he is suffering again from the cancer. He loves to eat, but doesn't gain weight - which is typical of cancer. We are so happy to be able to give Leroy a loving home during his last days. We don't know how long he will be with us - but we do know that he trusts us to make the right decisions at the right time.

"He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his life, his love, his leader. He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart. You owe it to him to be worthy of such devotion." - Unknown

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****One by One****

One by one, they file past my cage
Too old, too worn, too broken, no way
Way past his time, he can't run and play
Then they shake their heads slowly and go on their way
A little old man, arthritic and sore
It seems I am not wanted anymore
I once had a home, I once had a bed
A place that was warm, and where I was fed
Now my muzzle is grey, and my eyes slowly fail
Who wants a dog so old and so frail?
My family decided I didn't belong
I got in their way; my attitude was wrong
Whatever excuse they made in their head
Can't justify how they left me for dead
Now I sit in this cage, where day after day
The younger dogs all get adopted away
When I had almost come to the end of my rope
You saw my face, and I finally had hope
You saw through the grey and the legs bent with age
And felt that I still had life beyond this cage
You took me home, gave me food and a bed
And shared your own pillow with my poor tired head
We snuggle and play and you talk to me low
You love me so dearly, you want me to know
I may have lived most of my life with another
But you outshine them with a love so much stronger
And I promise to return all the love I can give
To you, my dear person, as long as I live
I may be with you for a week or for years
We will share many smiles, you will no doubt shed tears
And when the time comes that God deems I must leave
I know you will cry and your heart it will grieve
And when I arrive at the Bridge all brand new
My thoughts and my heart will still be with you
And I will brag to all that will hear
Of the person who made my last days
oh, so dear
***Author Unknown
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KIKO IS SPONSORED BY:David and Kusinee Fraser - Kennewick, WA

********19 Year Old "Kiko"********

"YOU MAY NOT BE ABLE TO SAVE EVERY DOG IN THE WORLD...BUT WITH EACH DOG YOU SAVE...YOU CHANGE THAT DOG'S WORLD." (www.springerrescue.org)

SAMPSON IS SPONSORED BY:

********18 Year Old "Sampson"********

MATTIE IS SPONSORED BY:

*************20 Year Old "Mattie" Was To Be Put Down Because She Has No Teeth And Her Fur Was TERRIBLY Matted*************

****LITTLE MAN JAKE****

We were contacted in the late spring by a man whose 83 year old mother, Lois, had recently passed away. Lois had left behind a 17 year old cat, and a 34 year old donkey named "Jake", who she had befriended over 20 year ago. Shortly after her passing her beloved cat was found under a tree by the lake, where she had simply laid down and died.
As Lois' son was preparing the house to sell, it was necessary to relocate Jake - and we agreed to bring him here to his forever home. The day that we were scheduled to bring him home he became completely disoriented. Having experienced this many times, we loaded him up and brought him to his new pasture, where he wandered aimlessly covering every inch of ground. The following morning brought no relief to Jake, and we immediately called the Vet. His examination proved what we feared - Jake was very ill, had less than a 30% chance of recovering and was suffering greatly. With great sorrow we agreed to euthanize Jake - and set him free to head for Rainbow Bridge and reunite with his beloved Lois. Even though our friendship was brief, we will miss you Little Man.

JAKE IS SPONSORED BY: The Estate of Lois Alberts

***OUR SANCTUARY IS DEDICATED TO T.T. BELLE BABY DOG AND GEORGE PONTALOONSKI...***

TT Belle (Turbo Tongue) Baby Dog was born in 1988, and came to live with us at the early age of six weeks. In her 17 dachshund years she travelled across the United States with us on numerous occasions and finally settled with us in Moses Lake. She was a companion and a friend, a confidant and a comedian. Her expressions and emotions were greater than most humans could lay claim to. She will be greatly missed. TT Belle went to Rainbow Bridge December 21, 2005, where we know she will be waiting to greet us. George Pontaloonski came to live with us about 1991 and was 2-3 years old at the time. A small terrier mix, he had been terribly abused, but learned to trust and love us over time. He is still the apple of our eye, our beloved "little man" and we will miss him terribly when it is his time to leave. UPDATE April 7, 2007 - George Pontaloonski has left for the Rainbow Bridge to meet T.T. Belle, and will be waiting there for us when it is our turn to Pass Over...

*********T.T. Belle Baby Dog********

********George Pontaloonski********

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*****FOR THE LOVE OF "THE PHRISBEE CAT"*****

It was March 17th as we drove toward Spokane, the halfway point of pickup for "The Phrisbee Cat", coming to us from Idaho. Things were changing at "Phrisbee's" home, and being diabetic, too much excitement and too much change just wasn't in his best interest. With this in mind, his human Mom made the heart breaking decision to let "The Phrisbee Cat" journey across State lines to live at the Sanctuary. The first few days were a little scary, and "Phrisbee" hid under his bed, in the kennel in the living room, peering out at his new family with the biggest, most beautiful eyes I have ever seen! All these new faces! But even with these changes he took his insulin shots easily every day, and would greet us at feeding time with a rub along the door. Soon, he was coming out and sitting on our lap, but not quite ready to free roam the house.

The morning of March 30 we found "Phrisbee" on the floor of his kennel in bad condition. The night before he had eaten well and appeared normal - but that had rapidly changed. In horror, we gave him Karo Syrup which perked him up a little bit, then rushed him to the Vet. Tests were run and fluids and glucose were administered, but he just wasn't responding.
The Doctor kept asking if we were sure "Phrisbee" hadn't gotten into something toxic. No chance, as he had been in his kennel, and was eating only his Prescription Diet MD- canned and dry. In fact, the evening before we had just opened a new can. A few hours passed, and one of the Tech's called to tell me that it had just been announced that this particular food had just been recalled, along with the dozens of other brands that had been recalled days earlier, for containing poison. One last blood draw was taken - and it was confirmed - "The Phrisbee Cat" was losing ground to the poison. The decision was immediate, and heartbreaking...we would not let "Phrisbee" suffer, but instead let him go to Rainbow Bridge, where he would no longer be sick, or feel pain, but be young and happy once again. There, "The Phrisbee Cat, Howler Monkey" will wait to be reunited with his Mom, when it is her time to Pass Over. You were a good little man "Phrisbee Cat", and although your stay with us was short, we loved you!

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The Rainbow Bridge

inspired by a Norse legend

By the edge of a woods, at the foot of a hill, Is a lush, green meadow where time stands still. Where the friends of man and woman do run, When their time on earth is over and done.

For here, between this world and the next, Is a place where each beloved creature finds rest. On this golden land, they wait and they play, Till the Rainbow Bridge they cross over one day.

No more do they suffer, in pain or in sadness, For here they are whole, their lives filled with gladness. Their limbs are restored, their health renewed, Their bodies have healed, with strength imbued.

They romp through the grass, without even a care, Until one day they start, and sniff at the air. All ears prick forward, eyes dart front and back, Then all of a sudden, one breaks from the pack.

For just at that instant, their eyes have met; Together again, both person and pet. So they run to each other, these friends from long past, The time of their parting is over at last.

The sadness they felt while they were apart, Has turned into joy once more in each heart. They embrace with a love that will last forever, And then, side-by-side, they cross over… together.

© 1998 Steve and Diane Bodofsky. All Rights Reserved. Reposted By Permission

Please visit Steve and Diane's heart warming web page, with many cards and prints available, at www.newrainbowbridge.com

************* "All of Creation Suffers For The Sin of Man"*************

**********THE CIRCLE OF LIFE**********

With each first breath that is taken, there is a last breath waiting to take all living things to their final destiny. As "Helen Keller" left peacefully for Rainbow Bridge yesterday, a single newborn kitten came to our sanctuary. In "Helen's" honor, we named this little man "Keller".

***ADOPTING A FRIEND***

1. On a VERY RARE OCCASION we will offer one of our rescues the chance to look for a forever home outside of the sanctuary. You can inquire about a dog or cat that you have seen on the web by requesting and filling out an application by email. Please feel free to email us with any questions.

2. A DOCAS staff member will contact you to arrange for you to meet the dog or cat that you are interested in. A home-visit is required for each dog that we place to ensure that the environment will work out with that particular dog. The DOCAS staff member that conducts the home-visit must meet all family members before the adoption can be approved. Out of town and out of State home inspections will be conducted by a rescue group in that area. We have a large network of people nation wide that assist.

3. If we both feel that there is a good match we will approve the adoption. Daze of Camelot Animal Sanctuary welcomes the dog or cat back to DOCAS if it isn't working out. (**see below).

NOTE:

** If for ANY reason, at any time in the dog or cat's life an adopter is no longer able to keep the dog or cat, it must be returned to DOCAS. We will gladly come to your home to pick up the animal to be returned to the sanctuary.

Note to adopters:

Lassie and Cleo and Rin Tin Tin and Toto don't show up in rescue. We don't get the elegantly coiffed, classically beautiful, completely trained, perfectly behaved dog. We get the leftovers. Dogs that other people have incompetently bred, inadequately socialized, ineffectively "trained," and badly treated. Most Rescue dogs have had it. They've been pushed from one lousy situation to another. They've never had proper veterinary care, kind and consistent training, or sufficient company. They've lived outside, in a crate, or in the basement. They're scared, depressed and anxious. Some are angry. Some are sick. Some have given up. But we are Rescue and we don't give up. We never give up on a dog. We know that a dog is a living being, with a spirit and a heart and feelings. Our dogs are not commodities, things, or garbage. They are part of sacred creation and they deserve as much love and care and respect as the next Westminster champion. So please, please don't come to rescue in the hopes of getting a "bargain," or indeed of "getting" anything. Come to Rescue to give, to love, to save a life -- and to mend your own spirit. For Rescue will reward you in ways you never thought possible. I can promise you this -- a rescue dog will make you a better person.... [by Diane Morgan]

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***********TUFF GUY "SCRUFFY"**********

SCRUFFY IS SPONSORED BY: Grant County Housing Authority - Ephrata, WA

Scruffy came to our sanctuary as a rescue out of southern California, considered unadoptable because of a front leg that had been broken and not taken care of at the time.
Scruffy's left front leg was totally useless, simply dangling and swinging when he walked. Although it didn't appear to be painful, the dangling leg was quite cumbersome, preventing him from running or laying down without much difficulty. It was evident that Scruffy should be added to the "surgical waiting list". X-rays were taken, and it was determined that repair of the leg was NOT an option. Numerous surgeries later, it was Scruffy's turn...and time for a new way of life, a more comfortable way of life. Scruffy was scheduled for surgery, and brought home the same day. The first day was quite painful for him, but with the help of medications, he slept through the night without incident.

By the following morning Scruffy was up and bouncing around, ready for breakfast, and ready to play!

It has been our experience that when an animal has lived with a severe leg injury for some period of time, they seem to recover from an amputation much more quickly. The ability to move more freely and with less interuption appears to outweigh the inconvenience of having one less leg.

Today Scruffy runs and plays just as any four legged dog would. He seems to be much less aggrivated by the other dogs, and more willing to join in a group play. He is a great addition to our family!!!


Every time you click on the GOODSEARCH icon, Daze of Camelot will earn money towards the care of our animals.

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***HELP SAVE LIVES - PLEASE SPAY AND NEUTER YOUR PETS!***

By spaying and neutering your dog or cat, you are not only preventing the birth of unwanted animals from THAT animal, but also from each of the litters that would subsequently result from the breeding of those puppies or kittens when they mature.

PLEASE SPAY AND NEUTER

***FEEDING A FERAL CAT COLONY ?***

When you don't spay/neuter your cats thousands of unwanted births can result in just a few short years. Many of these unwanted cats are left to their own devices to find food and water. Too many times the result is feral, or wild cats that have never had human contact and thus fear humans.

If you are feeding and caring for a colony of feral cats Alley Cat Allies has excellent tips and procedures to help you keep the colony safe. In our opinion Alley Cat Allies is the foremost source of information for people who are caring for these feral cats. Visit their web site at
www.alleycat.org

Photo from www.actioncat.com

And homeless near a thousand homes I stood,
And near a thousand tables pined and wanted food.
......................Wordsworth .................................

...PLEASE HELP FEED, AND SAVE, FERAL CATS...

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***THE BRONX MEETS THE DESERT!***

She had been picked up in a small town some 30 miles from Moses Lake and taken to the Humane Society. The temperature had been around 5 degrees at night, and she had obviously been fending for herself at the end of November 2006...looking for food and water, and avoiding being killed by coyotes. At a mere 45 pounds "Foxy" looked scared, hopeless, and alone. By the time we got her out of the Humane Society and to our Veterinarian she was having great difficulty breathing, and looked as though she was giving up. She was barely able to hold her head up to carry her large collar and numerous rabies tags. Numerous xrays, fluids, and several medications later "Foxy" was on the road to recovery. Slowly, the smile came back to her eyes, and she played with us, and the other dogs here. With some detective work we were able to contact her original owner in the Bronx, New York, and find out how it was that she arrived in this part of the country. Advertised as a "Free" Rotweiller by a Spokane individual, Foxy fell into the hands of folks that wanted her as a fighting dog. When they realized that was not her nature, they simply turned her loose - in the middle of winter- to fend for herself, and to live or die. Today Foxy has regained her weight and is once again enjoying life. She loves to roll in the grass, run around the property, and play with the other dogs and cats. UPDATE****"Foxy" has finally been reunited with her family!****

FOXY IS SPONSORED BY: Michael Smith, Bronyx, NY

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***OUR BLESSINGS ARE MANY!***

Over the years we have been blessed with donations from many people and many sources; dog food, cat food, collars, beds, bedding, litter, dog houses - and modt often the ever needed moral support to continue doing what we believe in. Now that we have become a non profit rescue/sanctuary even more people are donating to help the "residents" here at the sanctuary. We cannot express our true gratitude for each and every donation. No matter how small the donation might be, it is appreciated more than you could ever know.

There are a few sources of donations that have been either constant, or considerable in nature, that we would like to acknowledge. Their belief in our cause, and their helping hands, have brought comfort to our needy, and have enabled us to do some things that might not have been accomplished otherwise. Thank you to everyone, and a special thanks to those listed below. God Bless you all.

Adams County Pet Rescue, Othello, WA
Kathy Aldrich - Moses Lake, WA
Shirle Anderson - Meridian, ID
Mike and Connie Andresen - Moses Lake, WA
Daniel & Helen Ankarlo - Westminster, CO
Peny Archer - Moses Lake, WA
Barks R Us - Yakima, WA
Basin Feed - Moses Lake, WA
Benton-Franklin County Humane Society (A No Kill Humane Society) Richland, WA
Stephanie Bialis - Moses Lake, WA
Ken, Leanne & Peanut Bunn - Oroville, WA
Chris & Angela Carter - John L. Scott Real Estate, Moses Lake, WA
Anneliese Childress - Ellensburg, WA
Laura Clarke - Arlington, WA
Kat Conrad - Puyallup, WA
Rich Davies - Graham, WA
Carol Dawson - A-1 Appraisals, Moses Lake, WA
Blake Donovan - West Hills, CA
Eddie's Wheels, Massachusettes-www.eddieswheels.com
Ellensburg Animal Shelter - Ellensburg, WA
Janis Farnsworth Thompson - Coos Bay, OR
Joan and Bill Franks - Moses Lake, WA
David and Kusinee Fraser - Kennewick, WA
RF Construction - Moses Lake, WA
Dennis Gallagher-Woods Creek Nursery, Monroe, WA
Don and Kara Garrett - Moses Lake, WA
Gateway Partners - Moses Lake, WA
Ginger's Pet Rescue, Seattle, WA-www.gingerspetrescue.org
Grant County Housing Authority - Ephrata, WA
Grant County Humane Society - (2005 & 2006) - Moses Lake, WA
Barbara Jacobs - Moses Lake, WA
Jan Jasper - Cougar Construction, Moses Lake, WA
Kim Jasper - Pinky's Boutique, Moses Lake, WA
Stanley Jones - Encino, CA
David Kean /The Audities Foundation- Alberta, Canada-www.audities.org
Kootenai Humane Society (a No-Kill Humane Society), Hayden, Idaho
Kristen - OUR MYSTERY DONOR! - Moses Lake, WA
Sheila Lewis - Moses Lake, W
Ginger & Jakob Luke(Ginger's Pet Rescue)-Seattle, WA
Tovin Monaco - Preston, WA
Moses Lake Food Bank
Moses Lake WalMart
Mud Bay Grainery - University Place/Tacoma, WA
Shirle Nelson - Meridian, ID
Nickel Saver - Moses Lake
Bonnie Paigen - Yelm, WA
Bill and Elly Patenode - Yakima, WA
Jeanne-Marie Peterson - Ephrata, WA
Pet Town - Moses Lake, WA
Pioneer Veterinary Clinic, Moses Lake, WA
Colleen Roth - KBSN Radio, Moses Lake, WA
Dr. Robert H. Ruby, M.D. & Author - Moses Lake, WA
Rob Salgado - Los Angeles, CA
Janet Schaefer - Vancouver, WA
Jeanette Schrawyer - Seattle, WA
Julie Shaup - Mountlake Terrace, WA
Connie Shei - Moses Lake, WA
Becky Shay, Moses Lake, WA
Melody Sheriff - Sheriff Construction, Moses Lake, WA
Shirt Builders, Moses Lake, WA-www.shirtbuilders.com
Sodexho Food Services, Moses Lake, WA
Linda Spray, Moses Lake, WA
Ben Stein & Alexandra Denman - Hollywood, CA
Betty Stratton, Moses Lake, WA
Tacoma-Pierce County Humane Society, Tacoma, WA
Jane Andrea Terrell - Southampton, England
United Animal Nations and EARS, Sacramento, CA - www.uan.org
Nancy Volke - Moses Lake, WA
Carolyn Wyatt, Liberty Lake, WA
Laura Youngren - Alberta, Canada

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***IN LOVING MEMORY OF*** - Donations have been made to memorialize the following special PEOPLE and ANIMALS who have Passed Over. These precious Souls hold a very dear place in the heart of the person making a donation.

Miss Kitty
Kirby (Donovan)
Louise Sorenson
Grace Johnson
Butterfly
Molly (Rogers)

EACH OF THE ANIMALS LIVING AT THE SANCTUARY IS AS INDIVIDUAL AS YOU AND I, AND EACH ONE HAS A UNIQUE STORY TO TELL*****IF YOU ARE VERY QUIET AND LISTEN CLOSELY - YOU MIGHT JUST BE ABLE TO HEAR THEM TELL THEIR TALES!

***ANIMAL ABUSE COMES IN MANY FORMS.***

"Angel" was brought to us July of 2007. Although terribly thin and dehydrated, she was definately saveable, and began to gain weight immediately. "TRIXIE" was brought to us starving and dehydrated in the middle of the summer heat. The photos below don't even come close to showing how emaciated she was. There was nothing but fur on her little bones, no flesh. Although Trixie tried desperately to be brave, her small body had gone beyond the point of being able to be saved. "Lucky" was a younger dog, and though he was in the same condition that Trixie was, we were able to save him and place him in a home. Your tax deductible donations, made directly to our veterinarian and applied to our account, enable us to save most of the animals that come to us, and assist those like Trixie and Ranger in a peaceful, loving, end of life here - and transition to Rainbow Bridge..

>********"Angel" July 2007********


>********"Trixie" August 2006********

>********"Trixie"********

>"Ranger" 2004, Left in the desert to die, starved and dehydrated, we were unable to save him.

>"Lucky", February 2003, Dumped in the country, starved and dehydrated. We were able to save "Lucky".

Until he extends the circle of compassion to all living things, man will not himself find peace.........Albert Schweitzer

***SWEET "BABY JANE".***

"Baby Jane" was brought to us by another Rescue in Washington. Apparently her past "human" was an abuser, and kicked Baby Jane in the head, breaking several of her teeth, killing her right eye, and badly breaking the eye socket. After throwing her outside in the dead of winter, he proceeded to tell neighbors not to feed her or let her inside. Nonetheless, one kind hearted person put a kennel on their porch, where she was able to find refuge from this year's hard winter.

Baby Jane was taken in by a Rescue, at a point where she was nothing but skin and bones. They were able to bring her back to good health and her normal weight, but her dead eye remained.
She was brought to Daze of Camelot in late winter, where she will live out her remaining days. We immediately took Baby Jane to our Vet, where it was determined that her eye needed to be removed. During the surgery, it was discovered that the bones of her eye socket had also been broken.
Baby Jane is back home, and recovering well, although it appears that she is blind in her one remaining eye. In spite of the horrible life that she lived prior to being rescued, she loves to be held and talked to, and she constantly bumps heads, purrs, and gives kisses.

A PARTING PRAYER

Dear Lord, please open your gates and call St. Francis to come escort this beloved companion across the Rainbow Bridge.

Assign her to a place of honor, for she has been a faithful servant and has always done her best to please me.

Bless the hands that send her to you, for they are doing so in love and compassion, freeing her from pain and suffering.

Grant me the strength not to dwell on my loss. Help me remember the details of her life with the love she has shown me. And grant me the courage to honor her by sharing those memories with others.

Let her remember me as well and let her know that I will always love her. And when it's my time to pass over into your paradise, please allow her to accompany those who will bring me home.

Thank you, Lord, for the gift of her companionship and for the time we've had together.

And thank you, Lord, for granting me the strength to give her to you now.

Amen.
- © Brandy Duckworth, 1998

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***OUR WISH LIST***

If you should ever be in the area and feel inclined to make a donation, this is a list of the items that we are in need of: Please keep in mind that these can be used items in almost every case. The
GREEN colored items are those that are needed the most at this time.

Two garage doors WITH WINDOWS measuring 7 foot by 9 foot.
Ours are 35 years old, wood, and falling apart. Most of our critters spend a good part of the winter in the garage because of arthritis, etc. Windows on the doors will let in much needed daylight for them.
Litter, Litter, Litter (the inexpensive kind as we use a lot of it!)
VIBRATING DOG COLLAR (not a bark collar) for training Juneau, our blind and deaf Sheltie.
FRONTLINE FLEA TREATMENT
Laundry Soap (any brand)
6 Ft. tall chain link panels
Stock Panels for pastures
Pedialyte (Unflavored)
Incubator (for kittens)
Rimadyl - for our elderly dogs
Clorox
Blankets
Towels
DOG FOOD - DRY
CAT FOOD - DRY
IAMS ORIGINAL DRY CAT FOOD for special needs cats
SCIENCE DIET ORIGINAL DRY CAT FOOD for special needs cats
SCIENCE DIET DRY DOG FOOD SMALL BITES 7+ YEARS OLD for special needs dogs
Dog collars of all sizes
Dog beds or dog pillows of all sizes
Kuranda Dog Beds click here
Dog houses and dogloos of all sizes
Dog coats and sweaters of all sizes
Used mascot costume (any animal will do) for fundraisers
Grass or Grass/Alfalfa mix Hay - we use 2 tons per month
SENIOR Horse Pellets
Alfalfa/Timothy small cubes (50 lb. bags)
Ground Flax Seed (Feed Stores)
Used horse trailer (We can always wish!)
Used tractor with bucket (still wishing!)
No climb fence - 5 feet tall
Bags of quick set concrete
Concrete blocks
ANY building supplies (nails, wood, railroad ties, screws, Metal T Posts, Delta rib, etc)


If you would like to make a contribution but are unable to deliver it, we would be happy to come and get it. We appreciate all donations, no matter how small.
Every time you click on the GOODSEARCH icon, Daze of Camelot will earn money toward the care of the animals.

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Kuranda Dog Beds are one of the most durable AND comfortable beds on the market today. These are wonderful beds for dogs of all ages and sizes and are especially therapeutic for elderly and disabled dogs.



Our dogs love to sleep on Kuranda Dog beds, but we don't have enough for everyone. If you would like to donate a bed at a special wholesale price for another dog to sleep in comfort, please click here

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HAVE SOMEONE SPECIAL YOU WOULD LIKE TO SPONSOR? THESE FOLKS DID!

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"REGGIE'S" BLESSING

Yes, this is the same "Reggie" that you saw at the top of the page - but with one difference - three legged "Reggie" has become TWO legged "Reggie". A few weeks ago, while outside playing with his pals, "Reggie" took a leap off of the deck and broke his leg...his only remaining front leg! Xrays showed the break in his joint - a break that needed to be pinned. The pinning would have to be done in Spokane, and the cost would be $3,000. Well, that's money that we just don't have. Although "Reggie" has had such a tough life - abused, losing ONE front leg already, having distemper - he still had the desire to be a little spitfire, and refused to give up. His leg was put in a cast, and we brought him home, knowing that without pinning the break "Reggie" would remain in pain once the cast was removed.

Then came "Reggie's" blessing. EDDIE'S WHEELS, located clear across the country in Massachusettes, offered to make "Reggie" front wheels, so that he could live his life both mobile, and with far less pain than if he had to walk on his bad leg. We knew that rear wheels were available for dogs, but we had no idea that front wheels were available also! The most remarkable part of all of this is that EDDIE'S WHEELS offered to provide the otherwise expensive, hand made wheels for "Reggie" for whatever donations we could raise. The caring and heart felt love that was offered to us by EDDIE'S WHEELS has touched our hearts very deeply. If you would care to make a donation of ANY amount toward "Reggie's" wheels, please visit the web site of EDDIE'S WHEELS, make a donation, and indicate that it is for "Reggie". We will happily send you a tax deductible receipt, if you let us know that a donation has been made in "Reggie's " name. UPDATE: Reggie's wheels have been paid in full by The Audities Foundation in Canada!!! www.audities.org Please look at Eddie's Wheels website, and consider all of the compassionate and wonderful things that these folks do to provide a better, and continuing life for dogs that would otherwise live in pain, or have to be euthanized. They help dogs AROUND THE WORLD to live a normal, happy life!www.eddieswheels.com
You can also email them at
Email: leslie@eddieswheels.com
Please support these folks in whatever way you can, including sending their web site and information to people with animal friends, and your Veterinarian.

REGGIE IS SPONSORED BY: The Audities Foundation, Alberta, Canada www.audities.org

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********BECAUSE OF YOU!!!!********

(Under Construction)
Because of YOU, in 2007 we were able to provide more medical care to el