Winter Tale

It's funny how dogs are supposed to alert us to problems and when they do we ignore them. Once I went out in the morning to get the paper and the step was completely iced over. I fell flat on my back and got the wind knocked out of me and couldn't call for help. But my collie inside knew I was in trouble and started barking her head off. I thought, thank God, my husband will come. Then I heard him in the house say "SHUT UP"! Eventually my dog was able to get him to open the front door, but not until I was frozen solid!

-- Ginny

Update on Jock, Now Ellie

Jockie, now Ellie, went to her new home today! She was a 7 yo girl who was surrendered at a PA shelter a few days before Thanksgiving. For most of her life she was left alone for 12+ hours a day and was not even close to house trained. She was a shy and sheltered girl but after two months she completely busted out of her shell and flowered into a sweet and outgoing girl.


Her new mom works from home so she will have someone with her all the time now and when she goes away she's only a half hour from Kamp Kanine so I know Carolyn will be meeting her too. Her new mom, Laura, is so excited and absolutely loves that goofy face of hers. We already got our first update and after checking out the neighborhood and completely exploring her new digs she is snoring away on the couch in true BT style. The cats are none to happy to have a new roommate but Ellie has a way to win everyone over so it shouldn't take long until they give in. Laura and Ellie seem like a perfect match so let’s keep our fingers crossed this is her last and final stop.


We already miss her tons but YAY for Ellie!!!

-- Jodi Groff

New Foster Rocket

Hello everyone! I got Rocky recently,  He is terribly emaciated...this dog has NOT been fed for some time. (I'll post photos today). He has terrible diarrhea I guess from finally getting real food. I am going to try boiled chicken and rice/ potatoes perhaps to be easier on his gut than "dog food". Any and ALL suggestions are welcome to get rid of diarrhea, and fatten him up-- I have NEVER rehabbed an emaciated dog before. He should be a great pla
cement once he's fattened up and neutered. He's only 2 years old and very sweet...great with my 4 year old son and my Italian Greyhound (male)!

 FIVE DAYS LATER

Hello everyone, I have had Rocket for 5 days now and have him on the diet that was recommended to me (this is the dog that was starved) He is getting oats and boiled chicken every 3 hours. I have to say that already he appears to have filled out a little bit and he is full of energy and very friendly. My 4 year old took a chew nylabone off him with no problems at all. Just keeping you all up to date on this little guy's progress! I'll officially weigh him after I've had him 7 days, but his coat is already nice and shiny again, too. 


-- Heather in Perryopolis

Update on Gus, now Mr. Tuttle

Here is an update and photo of Gus who was fostered by Linda Antonelli and was adopted in November. He was surrendered by his owner who was unable to care for him because of personal issues. Here is a picture of him cuddling on the couch with his new mom Denise. From his forever Dad:

"Hi Linda- Mister Archibald Harry Tuttle aka Mr. Tuttle has burrowed his way into our hearts. He is such a good boy! We love him so much. In fact, I think Denise may love him more than me! As I write this, he has his head resting on my leg.

We love having him and can't believe we went this long without adding a four-legged friend into our family. All who meet him, love him! He really is such a good boy! He loves to play, go for walks, sleep and eat . . . he loves to eat.


We're working through some issues with walking on the leash . . . but as one of my friends has pointed out, he is 95% perfect . . . you have to expect some quirks.

He really is part of the family now."

Will Love For Food

So cute!

Cliffy Goes to His Forever Home

Cliffy aka Cliffymeister went to his new home today. He is headed back to his old stomping grounds. Cliff was originally a stray in Philly, wandering the streets with a Pit Bull. He was underweight and spent the first week or so sleeping sitting up with one eye open.

He will be living with Michael Ehly and Carly Sergio in South Philly. He will have a Boston sister named Roxy. Cliffy LOVES to play with other dogs, so he and Roxy will have a blast.

When Cliffy went to visit them a few days ago, he felt right at home. He played with Roxy and cuddled right up to Carly and Michael. Cliffy is going to be spoiled in his new home, he even gets to continue sleeping in the bed!

Cliffy is an awesome little guy and he found an awesome home. Ive copied Carly on this email, so feel free to send them any congratulations!!!

Lisa

Allentown PA

Update on Liam

Does everyone remember Liam? Here is a recent picture with his older brother Jack.

Jill
Riverton, NJ

NOTE:  Make sure you click on the tag cloud "Liam" at the right and view his history.  You won't recognize him as the same dog!

Happy Gotcha Day Bentley!

Celebrating Bentley's 1 year "gotcha day" today!!!! THANKS to NEBTR!!!!!! : )

--Joan Larsen Wozniak

New Foster Ginger

Molly Moo Crosses the Rainbow Bridge

Molly Moo, the permanent foster of Vicki and Nick Rowe, crossed the rainbow bridge.  In the time that she was with the Rowes, Miss Moo experienced all the love and caring that she had never known before.  Miss Moo was a basic Boston love and just wanted to be near her people.  She loved food, peanut butter filled kongs, bully sticks, snuggling on the couch, and burying her nose under the covers.

She loved being with her sisters Tink and Ori, both of whom were also rescue babies, and they were all fortunate to find the Rowes, where they were loved and cherished and spoiled.  Tink was waiting for Miss Moo at the rainbow bridge and now they are playing together, free from pain or cares.

Our sympathies to Vicki, Nick and Ori, who exemplify the very best of rescue.  I know they would tell you that they were the lucky ones to have Miss Moo and Tink in their lives, and they will never be forgotten.

New Foster Treach

Foster Treach and my Kitty in the same bed! Very exciting for us because Kitty is so aggressive that we were afraid we would not be able to foster again. Apparently taking it slow helps. Keep your fingers crossed that they continue to get along. Treach goes to the vet tomorrow to see about his bad knees. We'll let you know how it goes.

--Janice Boyer

New Foster Brutus

Brutus is here! Thanks to Sara for transporting him to us. So far he is a very sweet little guy - not at all hyper and distant like the shelter said. One thing is correct though - he wants to eat my cats! LOL More importantly, though, is that he's SEVERELY underweight. He's 27 lbs and we can see/feel his spine, ribs and hip bones. He's currently getting 1 cup twice daily of his Wellness, but we're going to up that to 1 1/4 or 1 1/2 cups.

Here are some pictures of Brutus - this boy is so easily distracted, it was next to impossible to get a shot of him looking at the camera! LOL

-- Heather Coursen

Where's Vivienne?

How much has it been snowing in New York state? Ask Vivienne!

-- Contributed by Jerrilyn Walter

Mason Goes to His Forever Home

Another happy ending! Mason was found as a stray and dropped off at a New Jersey shelter. A foster home was found and his new foster mom, Krissie, ran right down and picked him up. That was the first day of his brand new life. This past weekend he found his forever home and was officially adopted. He now lives in Long Island with his new parents, Catalina and Victor, and they already love him tons. Here is their first of hopefully many updates.

“It has been going great. Today was our first day leaving him home while we went to work. We felt bad leaving him of course but he was fine and greeted us happily when we arrived. He's the best 1ST time doggie that we could have ever hoped for. We're grateful. When going to bed last night he barked several times downstairs like he wasn't ready to say goodnight, but he tired and went to bed. He loves the couch. Thanks for the list of commands...he has been listening and walking on the leash is getting better. Thanks again for being awesome through this!

Cat & Vic”

Foster Cliff and His Favorite Pitty

Update on Dynasty

Here's an update on my foster Dynasty...she continues to be more amazing everyday! She is feeling very comfortable here, and is enjoying life it seems!! She is just a real sweetheart of a girl! One funny thing I will share, my son had gotten a mylar balloon for his recent birthday party, it has a small weight on the bottom of the ribbon to keep it from floating all the way up to the ceiling, well, Dynasty took interest in this balloon, and been carrying it around the house by the weight..its so cute and funny..she looks like a little kid at a fair!! She is doing very well. I posted some new photos of her..take a look :)

-- Betsy Frary

Ten Peeves That Dogs Have About Humans

'1'

Blaming your farts on me....

not funny... not funny at all !!!

'2'

Yelling at me for barking.

I'M A FRIGGIN' DOG

'3'

Taking me for a walk, then

not letting me check stuff out.

Exactly whose walk is this anyway?

'4'

Any trick that involves balancing

food on my nose. Stop it!

'5'

Any haircut that involves bows or ribbons.

Now you know why we chew your stuff

up when you're not home.

'6'

The sleight of hand, fake fetch throw.

You fooled a dog! Whoooo Hoooooooo what

a proud moment for the top of the food chain.

'7'

Taking me to the vet for 'the big snip', then acting

surprised when I freak out every time we go back!

'8'

Getting upset when I sniff the crotches of your guests.

Sorry, but I haven't quite mastered that handshake thing yet.

'9'

Dog sweaters. Hello ???

Haven't you noticed the fur?

'10'

How you act disgusted when I lick myself.

Look, we both know the truth. You're just jealous.

Now lay off me on some of these things.

We both know who's boss here! You don't see me picking up your poop, do you?

-- Contributed by Jane Tirc

Doggie Bed Pile Up

 
How many Bostons can you fit in a doggie bed?! Former foster Cliff is the little guy on the right, then foster Mom Lisa Vaughan's residents Penny and Cleveland!

Happy Gotcha Day Norman

I wanted to share Norman’s Gotcha Day collage with everyone. We celebrated his gotcha day back in September, marking the year anniversary of the day that we started fostering him. It was last January though that he officially became a Jansky.  He is still typical Normie Boy… as ball-obsessed as ever. His current favorite is a rubber ball that is shaped like a lime. Luckily we have two of them, so when he forgets where he left one, I can usually locate the second and thus avoid total meltdown. As a lot of you know, when he becomes frantic over something, his manly parts tend to pop out and get stuck in the out position… once a totally mortifying experience for me, but now, oddly normal. He’s not always fond of our new fosters. Tends to growl and snap at them, and then promptly proceeds to mark his territory. Needless to say, he now has quite an array of stylish belly bands and has been deemed “Grump-a-Norm”. But, nonetheless, we love our grumpy old man. His birthday is Feb. 2nd – so pupcakes are certainly in order. He (supposedly) will be 11, but I find that hard to believe. He still does not have an ounce of gray on him.

Hope all is well. Norm sends his love and continued gratitude to NEBTR.

Amy Jansky

Julie Klam's Diet Plan

Julie Klam's recommendation for hiding holiday pounds: cover your gut with Boston terriers.