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Dog Warriors-Crusaders for Man's Best Friend
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Dogs Deserve Better
E-News 07/16/08 |
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Dear Tammy,
 Where
will you find MORE MEDIA Coverage, MORE EXCITEMENT and MORE AWARENESS
raised for chained/ penned dogs than ever before? The Chain-Off 2008 Wrap Up of course!
What's it like to live chained for 8-24 hours? Read what our heroes have to say about it. These warriors were willing to stick their necks out for chained dogs - and when I say necks - I mean necks with a collar and a chain!
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Animal Cops!
DDB Supporters Featured on Animal Planet
 Terry
and Bobbie McIntyre will introduce to the nation their home for dogs
and cats on Animal Planet Thursday on "Animal Cops: Philadelphia."
Bobbie
was once a very busy Dogs Deserve Better Representative. Bobbie and
Terry continue to be two of our greatest supporters. Terry and
Bobbie fell in love with Ashley at DDB's anti-tethering
conference in Harrisburg in March. All the way home they discussed
adopting Ashley and the feeling was mutual that Ashley was destined to
become a McIntyre.
Ashley was a tethered dog. Her caretaker left
a pan of cooking oil on the stove that caught fire. She grabbed
the pan off the stove and threw the hot cooking oil out the door when
it hit Ashley who was unable to flee. Ashley never saw a vet after the
incident and the SPCA took Ashley from the home charging the caretaker
for not providing veterinary care for their dog.
Bobbie
filled out an adoption application for Ashley. When Jody came
from the ASPCA for a home check for Bobbie and Terry she left saying
that she didn't want Ashley to live with them. The McIntyre's were
shocked until Jody continued, " I don't want Ashley to live here
because if she does you won't have room for me and I want to live with
you too!" Who wouldn't? Eight lucky dogs, 3 cats and a large swimming pool for all the dogs to play in!
The
McIntryre's are a fun lovin' and happy family. Bobbie says, "It's
easy for anyone to be a rescue family. All you have to do is adopt a
needy dog into your home."
When
the McIntyre's went to pick up their new family member they were
surprised to have some people waiting for them. The Animal Planet
crew was there to meet Ashley's new family and thanks to them you can
meet them too.
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Success Story
Deisel and Hogan: Rescued from Their Chains and Loving Life!
Indiana: Deisel and Hogan are two German
Shepherd mix pups that were rescued by DDB Indiana Rep, Marie Belanger.
These two boys were living chained outside with no food, water or
shelter. Well - good news! Their lives have recently taken a major
turn for the better! Both pups have been adopted into loving forever
homes where they live inside as part of the family. Read the latest updates and view pictures from their new families.
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Featured Rep
Adam Moran, San Antonio, Texas
 Adam
Moran, DDB's brand new Rep in San Antonio,Texas is hitting the ground
running! On July 5th Adam chained himself with a 10-foot chain
with a master lock around his neck in front of a dog park.
Fifteen minutes after the snap of the lock a media whirlwind surrounded
him. Adam chained himself for 12 hours and was back at it again
at 8am the following morning. To top it all off Adam was
featured in multiple news articles and appeared on CNN Headline news!
Adam also had his first successful rescues with Ashes an
8-month-old pit bull and Daisy a 9-month-old GSD mix. Then
surprise! While saving Daisy, he rescued a 9-year-old Terrier mix that
had been chained her entire life! Of course, Adam doesn't do it
alone, his lovely wife assists him. Thanks Adam we can hardly
wait to see what you do next!
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DDB Memorial
Heidi DDB Mascot
Heidi was the last of the original Dogs Deserve Better pack.
A Rottweiler mix she was the gentlest of souls, always submissive to
all the dogs and cats. She played dress-up with Brynnan without
complaint.
Heidi came to DDB Headquarters in the beginning, when we were barely more than a twinkle in Tammy Grimes' eye.
Each day she would ride to the post office, to the bank on errands
and rescue missions with Kim, our DDB Office Manager and the two
quickly bonded into soul mates.
Heidi was at least 10 years old when she passed. Heidi's
favorite thing in the world was cheese and she even spent a day on her
own "Cheese Picnic" with her DDB family.
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| From the Mailbag
 Hi,
My friends and I had a garge sale recently. We were looking up charities online and saw your website.
We all LOVE animals and LOVE your charity.
Enclosed
is a check for $50 from the money that we raised. My dad took the cash
and changed it iinto a check. We hope that our money saves lives.
Aubrey, Christina, Nicole,
From Berkely PA.
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Featured Adoptables
Dudley Do Right, OH - Dudley is a 3-year old,
Shepherd/Rottie/cutie pie mix. He is very lovable but is currently
living on a chain most of the day and does not get to share his sweet
personality with his family. To make matters worse, Dudley's caretaker
has moved to a nursing home - leaving Dudley without a home. This
is a heartbreaking and urgent situation - we are a hoping that our
supporters will step up to help this sweet boy before it is too late.
As
a large breed dog - Dudley would do best with larger canine
companions and older children. Dudley knows a few commands and is very
eager to please. He loves kisses and to snuggle.
Dudley would love a home with a securely fenced in yard that
he can run and play in. If you can offer Dudley a loving, stable home,
where he will live as part of the family, please contact Marla: crzylovindoglady@yahoo.com
Zeke, South Carolina - Zeke is 10-11 month old
Great Dane mix. He was rescued from life on a chain. He is good
with other dogs and really wants to play with everyone. He weighs about
80 pounds maybe a little more now.
He is energetic, but calms down after he is has been with someone
for a few minutes. He is learning how to walk, not pull, on a leash,
but still needs practice. Zeke loves to fetch toys! If you have
room in your heart and in your home for this sweet boy, please contact
Alicia:803-329-0689.
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SPECIAL LOW SALE PRICE!
Get Your Own DDB Chain-Off 2008 Yellow Shirt for the Great Low
Price of $9 each (even the XXL) as worn by our DDB model Brittany!
The shirts are Unisex in both size and style, get yours today and start spreading the word. (Limited quantities available, as they sell out the size will be removed.) |
Be a Dog Warrior!
The dog warrior is strong and sure, moving forward to win rights for Man's Best Friend.
Designed by our own Dog Warrior, Tammy Grimes, this artwork comes in a variety of merchandise, gifts and even a tattoo.
Let the dog warrior in you shine through!
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Our movement is growing, expanding, making HUGE strides, thanks to your help. Please stick with us, we really CAN change the world for chained and penned dogs.
Sincerely,
Dawn Ashby, Rescue & Public Liaison dawn@dogsdeservebetter.org
1.877.636.1408 · http://www.dogsdeservebetter.org
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