WI BICHON FRISE RESCUE

WI BICHON FRISE RESCUE


Adoptions lovingly limited to about a 150 mile radius of Madison, WI so that our volunteers can come to visit you in your home.

Welcome to WI-BFR!


PRAYERS NEEDED!
Please join me in prayer today as my mother has a lifesaving surgery to remove a large brain tumor.
Please keep Judy & our family in your prayers all week as she has a second surgery on Friday..
Bless you. Debra


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Princess is available for adoption. but while in foster care, she needs help!
Princess recently had some costly surgery & a 3-day-stay in the animal hospital.
WI-BFR has been helping so many special dogs lately,
that we do not have the funds to cover her enormous bill.
You might ask why we would put so much effort into helping a senior Bichon. That answer is easy.... Princess is the sweetest, most loving, gentle Bichon you would ever met.
She snuggles like a puppy. She has so much love to give.
She deserves to spend the last years of her life being spoiled rotten.
If you can help with even a small donation toward Princess's huge medical bill,
please donate by credit card online at:
http://www.guidestar.org/
Click on: "Search for nonprofits and donate now"
WI Bichon Frise Rescue is a registered non profit organization there.
OR you may send a donation to: Princess Medical Fund
WI Bichon Frise Rescue, 15562 County Shop Rd., Darlington, WI 53530
Bless you for wanting to help Princess!



The parents of Winnie, Tigger, Max & Ruby sent this awesome photo with their holiday message.
Winnie and Tigger were once rescue foster dogs, living with WI-BFR volunteers.
They are now enjoying their second Christmas in their forever home.




Migo finds his Forever-Home in 2009'



Where Patty goes - "Migo" (Me Go)
Migo's 2009' adoption is a WI-BFR Happy Ending.
He was a special needs boy who waited several years to find his new home.
Migo is now a certified service dog!
Migo and his new Mom are celebrating their first Christmas together.
Patty is the owner of the UPPITY PUPPY in Royal Oak, MI.,
where they recently held a fundraiser
and donated the money to help needy Bichons with their medical care.



Midge is still waiting

Are you looking for a tiny, little girl to adopt?


Here are a few details about Midge from her foster mother:
• Midge is a healthy, active, girl - age 10 - with many long years ahead of her.
• The first thing you will notice about Midge is how adorable and small she is.
She was so light that she almost blew away when she came into foster care.
• Midge is timid & would likely be scared living in a home around active children on a daily basis.
• She loves attention & is definitely comfortable around both men & woman.
• Midge isn’t 100% house broken, but does her very best when she is taken outside every 4 hours or so during the day.
• Midge is a bit fussy about getting baths & getting her hair cut.
A professional groomer should know how to deal with frightened dogs.
• Midge sleeps in a crate at night. & is confine to the kitchen (non- carpeted area), when her foster mom is gone to work.



Roxie - our little firecracker!



Roxie is a fire cracker waiting to be lit!
She is very intelligent, a confirmed escape artist, and fast, fast, fast.
An above ground fenced yard would be our first choice for her - or - "secure" harness/leash walking.
Young children would probably not be able to prevent her from escaping out the door unfortunately.
We are recommending that children in the home be age 10 years or older.
A gate at the doorway would also work best.
Roxie is tiny at 10 pounds.
She has a slight luxating patella which makes her appear to skip when she runs.







Click Here to View Our Adoptable Pet List




**IF YOU WOULD LIKE AN APPLICATION TO APPLY TO ADOPT A BICHON FRISE, write to: wibichon@yahoo.com




Meet Cooper


Cooper is the most handsome 6-year-old CAVACHON (Bichon + King Charles Spaniel) boys that you have ever seen!
He is not only soft, but gentle & independent.
Cooper was surrendered because of his severe separation anxiety. He wants to be with his human companion 24/7.
Cooper is housetrained, but will also need to wear a Belly Band when you are unable to watch him.
Belly Bands are lovingly made & donated by a WI-BFR volunteer.


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Donations in Memory of your loved one can be made to WI Bichon Frise Rescue by credit card at: http://www.guidestar.org/
Go to: "Search for nonprofits and donate now"
WI Bichon Frise Rescue is a registered non profit organization there.
Checks can be sent to:
WI Bichon Frise Rescue
In Memory of (name)
15562 County Shop Rd.,
Darlington, WI 53530

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~ MY FRIENDS AT WI BICHON FRISE RESCUE & I WELCOME YOU TO OUR WEB SITE~






THE MANY BICHONS IN WI-BFR FOSTER HOMES ARE HOPING THAT YOU WILL BE ABLE TO HELP.
ADOPT SOMEONE WAITING PATIENTLY FOR THEIR OWN HAPPY ENDING!


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Buddy ~ Buddy ~ Buddy




WHAT A JOY! He bounces. He twirls, He jumps like a deer. Buddy came to a WI-BFR a few months ago & has had all of vet work completed. His sweet little tail continues to wag 100-miles-per-hour! You can apply for him now. Find out more about Buddy by clicking on our Adoptable Pets list below.








It is difficult to find people who want to adopt under-socialize & non-house broken dogs.
In many cases, the alternative to WI-BFR not caring for these special fluffs was euthanasia in an animal shelter.
Thankfully, we have wonderful volunteers who could not let that happend.
Our hope is that one day, adoptive parent will come along to give them a forever home of their very own.
Until that day - will you open your heart to help?


TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

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WIBICHON@YAHOO.COM

Introducing "MILES"



Miles is a 4 year old neutered Bichon male, ready for adopition.
He is a one of our special needs boy who is looking for a dog savvy, adult (only) home, where someone is in the house most of the day to help with his separation anxiety. Check out Miles on our adoptable pet list link below.



Click Here to View Our Adoptable Pet List




Persons interested in adopting should send their request via an e-mail to: wibichon@yahoo.com

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WISH LIST
• Heart worm Prevention (Interceptor or Heartgard) • Flea protection (Front Line Plus) • Dewormer (NEMEX II) • Super Glue • Triple antibiotic ointment • Hydrocortisone gels/cremes • Pet wound spray • Topical for hotspots • Gauze pads, nonstick pads, first aid tape • Vet wrap of first aid bandages • Prednisone tablets • 81 mg Baby aspirin • Any non-expired dog medications such as antibiotics • Zymox for ears • Ear cleaning solution • Jars of peanut butter used to give medication • Squeaky toys or pull toys • Stuffed animals (no pellet or beanie filled) • Kong toy and a big jar of peanut butter to entertain a rescue when crated • Nylabones • Leashes (6 ft) • Collars (sizes 8 - 14) • Heavy duty Flexi leashes • Harnesses
• Dog shampoo • Small battery operated clippers • Clipper blades quick detatchable size #10 & #7 • Grooming scissors • Clipper cooling spray • Syringes for giving oral meds (No needles please) • Dog beds or pillow • Tarps 6’x8’ • Stainless Steel Pet Bowls large • Water buckets - stainless steel or galvanized; 5-gallon size for dogs • Dog treats • Natural Balance canned food &/or treats • Mounds Pet Food Store gift certificates for food • Fleece or Cotton material for belly bands • Velcro 2” Sew-on-type
• Bleach • Disinfectant type cleaning products • Laundry Soap • Fabric Softener • Antibacterial Wipes • Pampers baby wipes • Antibacterial Hand Sanitizer • Disposable gloves • Paper Towels • Greatly needed! = Poise Pads (or the generic equivalent) • Female doggie diapers • Disposable doggie diapers
• Towels (clean and used are fine) • Blankets/Comforters/Sheets (clean and used are fine) *Towels & wash clothes • Gas cards (for rescue transportation to vet appointments and adoption events) • Packaging tape for sealing mailing boxes • Stamps • Thank You or Blank inside note card sets • Three ring binders
• New Computer Ink Cartridges sizes #27 & #28 • Computer photo paper • Mounds Pet Food Store gift certificates • Pet grooming gift certificates • Gift cards to any pet supply stores / Wal-Mart / Shopko, etc.
• Plastic storage bins with lids – any size WI Bichon Frise Rescue is a 501(c)3 public nonprofit. All donations are tax deductible. Thank you for making a difference in the life of a rescue!


SERVICE NEEDS:

~Foster homes.
~Volunteers to work on fund raising, send out brochures and other public awareness activities
~Occasional pick up / transportation from Milwaukee and area shelters





Please start each shopping order by going first to register at: www.igive.com/bichons *Or “Click” here for more details: iGive

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Adoptions lovingly limited to a 150-mile-radius of Madison, WI
so that we can come to visit you in your home.
For an application please e-mail: wibichon@yahoo.com


SPARKY IS WAITING FOR YOUR CALL!"

NEWS

HELP US SAVE BICHONS IN NEED OF MEDICAL CARE!

Bichons that are surrendered to Bichon Rescue are usually in need of vaccinations, heart worm testing, fecal culture, dental exam & cleaning and are frequently not spayed/neutered or groomed. Each receives a comprehensive physical and we treat any existing conditions. The cost to do this far exceeds any donations that we receive from adoptive families. Rescue groups must make up the deficit in order to continue taking dogs into rescue. We need the help that you can provide us with!

Who Are We & What Do We Do?

WI Bichon Frise Rescue was founded to serve the needs of Bichons Frises and their owners in about a 150-mile-radius of Madison, WI. WI Bichon Frise Rescue, Inc. is NOT a shelter. We are a group of volunteers who take in Bichons Frises & Bichon Mixes from various situations, most commonly from someone surrendering the dog (i.e. moving, unable to care for animal anymore, etc), from animal shelters and from puppy mill situations. WI-BFR foster parents provide the dog with food, behavior modification, medication/vet care, exercise, socialization, and of course lots of LOVE! The needs of organization have increased dramatically over the last several years. Due to this fact, foster homes are needed. If you don't have a Bichon, fostering may be a good way for you to see if a Bichon Frise is right for your home. If you are unable to foster, but would still like to be a volunteer, we gratefully welcome the assistance of people who can pick-up and transport too.

CONTACT US for a fostering/volunteer application!

Once an individual sees a Bichon Frise on our Pet Finder list that they believe may be a good match, they should request an adoption application. If the match looks like a good one, the WI-BFR foster parent will set up a time to do a home visit with the dog.

SURRENDERING A BICHON FRISE

If you need to surrender a Bichon Frise, you may contact us at this same e-mail address (wibichon@yahoo.com) or call: (608-482-1513).



Questions & Answers About Adoption

QUESTION ANSWER
Where can I see dogs available for adoption? At the very top of this page you will see a link that says "Our Adoptable Pet List". Click on the link and it'll take you directly to our available Bichons! Otherwise, if you scroll just below this table, you'll see a link that says "click here for a list of pets at this shelter". You can see pictures and read all about him/her directly from the foster parents who know him/her best!
Why do I have to live less than 150 miles of Madison? Part of our philosophy is establishing a relationship with you as a new pet owner. We want you to meet the dog and see if it's a good fit. One of our volunteers will bring the dog to you and give you a chance to ask questions and see how he/she interacts at your home. We will also check in after a few weeks post-adoption to see how things are going for you and the dog.
Why do I need to provide references? We want our Bichons to go to trustworthy loving homes. If you have a pet we will be contacting your vet to inquire about the care of your current animal. If you do not have a pet, we will contact non family references to ask about you and your home. References will be checked prior to finalizing the adoption.
How much do these rescue Bichons cost? The cost to adopt one of our dogs depends on age and health.
Will the dog be up to date on shots? Yes! Prior to adoption any dog from WI Bichon Rescue will be up to date on all vaccination shots and be tested for heartworm.
Can I expect the dog to be spayed or neutered? Yes! Part of the adoption fees guarantees your Bichon will be spayed or neutered.
What do I need to do to start the adoption process? Send us an e-mail, WIBICHON@YAHOO.COM and we will forward you an application. Simply fill out the application, return it to us, and we'll be in contact with you very soon!
What happens if I don't see a dog I like on the site or if I meet the dog and it won't work out? No problem! We are constantly getting new dogs into rescue. Be patient and just keep checking our site! Sooner or later the right dog will catch your eye and your heart.
WI Bichon Frise Rescue, Inc.
Madison, WI area
Phone: 608-482-1513

Email: Click here for a list of pets at this shelter

Donations can be sent to:
    WI Bichon Frise Rescue.,
15562 County Shop Rd., Darlington, WI 53530-9760
*WI-BFR. is a 501©3 Nonprofit organization
Federal Tax Exempt EIN # 01-0851925 ~~ Internal Revenue DLN: 17053111020006
Donations to help with Medical costs can be made to WI Bichon Frise Rescue by credit card at: http://www.guidestar.org/
Go to: "Search for nonprofits and donate now"
WI Bichon Frise Rescue is a registered nonprofit organization there.

Helpful Links & Resources!

Spay and Neuter Your Pets
    Great Source of Information on the Bichon Frise Breed
Find out about Puppy Mills and How to Stop Them
    Animal Rescue Site, feed a hungry animal!
      Wisconsin Puppy Mill Project



Bitsy, says "Thanks for visiting!" She hopes that you will continue looking at the many Bichons that are up for adoption through WI Bichon Rescue and visit us again soon . There are typically more Bichons for adoption that are not yet on our Petfinder list. Apply today! Available Bichons

Drs Foster & Smith are proud sponsors of rescue efforts.
They have generously made a donation to the Wisconsin Bichon Bash.
Please support Drs Foster & Smith when you are in need of pet supplies.
www.drsfostersmith.com



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