tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57034332092939727562024-03-05T02:12:36.614-05:00The Woof and Meow - The Chesed Rescue Blog<img src="http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p243/ChesedRescue/blogtop.jpg">Chesed Rescuehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11511168160643213873noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703433209293972756.post-75697740102061115352008-01-01T18:09:00.000-05:002008-12-09T11:48:16.092-05:00Madison the Miracle Dog<p align="left"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5150649576102027410" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: left" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8BOQTyyZ8ZChIVKEbZ1fhOXVV_ZlDF39ExbpxqRr9RTJC2QvgJVKFy5s6iTRdUdaAKVaIC3AiiD2pa3bilDF4KkLHuqtESf8TJKeQn1aSL9wZwFi7cuVcD_G-9xgzae_cKelvIIxAS7Y/s320/madison1.JPG" border="0" /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8BOQTyyZ8ZChIVKEbZ1fhOXVV_ZlDF39ExbpxqRr9RTJC2QvgJVKFy5s6iTRdUdaAKVaIC3AiiD2pa3bilDF4KkLHuqtESf8TJKeQn1aSL9wZwFi7cuVcD_G-9xgzae_cKelvIIxAS7Y/s1600-h/madison1.JPG"></a></p><p>Meet Madison the Miracle dog. She is pictured here with her new friend Jenelle at an adoption event. Madison is a two year old, 50 lb. pit-bull mix that was brought to a vet after being hit by a car. It was obvious that she had recently given birth, though her pups were not found. Her injuries were extensive. Both hind legs broken in multiple places, her hip dislocated internal injuries, and heartworm positive. Chesed Rescue decided to take over her care and give her a second chance. Dr. Robin Holtsinger, an extraordinary orthopaedic surgeon, spent 6.5 hours "fixing" Madison's broken bones. She doesn't even limp now. She has a wonderful foster dad who has helped Madison recuperate while she waits for a forever home. She is sweet and loving to all. </p><p>If you are interested in offering this miracle dog a permanent home, please go to <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.chesed-rescue.org">www.chesed-rescue.org</a> for adoption application and procedures or call 561-213-5773 or 305-775-1798 for more information.<br /><br /><br /><br /></p>Chesed Rescuehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11511168160643213873noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703433209293972756.post-70131495351157001722007-10-12T09:32:00.000-04:002008-12-09T11:48:16.277-05:00Cadette Troop 52 Select Chesed as Community Service Project<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi41Sx5NuNeZee6NAXkA7icx3Z1oW6pPUcHSqOFIthQwIC8zmdlT4Ptcg-rPhQ_3KSjtlfawE9S_Y_ShVwuUuxgSseclV-hkQzTfQPoIa3WGJnRU3z2Fz7yAAWBm0qWAqT-4TVrPfL8a58/s1600-h/scouts.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5120443187825475218" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi41Sx5NuNeZee6NAXkA7icx3Z1oW6pPUcHSqOFIthQwIC8zmdlT4Ptcg-rPhQ_3KSjtlfawE9S_Y_ShVwuUuxgSseclV-hkQzTfQPoIa3WGJnRU3z2Fz7yAAWBm0qWAqT-4TVrPfL8a58/s320/scouts.bmp" border="0" /></a> <div></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;"></span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:130%;"></span></span></div><div></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:130%;"></span></span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:130%;"></span></span></div><div>The girls of Cadette Scout Troup 52 were very excited about Chesed Rescue after delivering pet supplies to Chesed in February 2007. The girls decided they wanted to earn their "Adopt an Agency" patch and selected Chesed Rescue as their agency of choice. Basically, to earn the patch, the girls have to perform community service on three (3) different occasions with Chesed Rescue in a 12-month period.</div><div><br />According to their troup leader, Debbie Davis, when Chesed Rescue Director Bobbi Miller asked her if the girls would be willing to assist with the medical records at Boca Greens Animal Hospital, the troop was thrilled. This qualified for their second community service project.</div><div><br /> " Two weeks ago, Bobbi mentioned to me a pillow project a Boy Scout Troop did in the past and indicated Chesed-Rescue could use more pillows. When I mentioned this to the girls they jumped on the idea and have already completed their planning for the 'pet pillow' project, " says Davis.</div><div><br />Currently, they are in the process of gathering donated t-shirts of all sizes and colors and pillow stuffing materials and aiming for December to donate the "pet pillows" by December. The girls are looking forward to continuing to work with Chesed-Rescue after they earn their "Adopt an Agency" badge. </div><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;"><div><br /></div><span style="font-size:130%;"></span></span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;"><span style="font-size:130%;"></span><div></div><div></span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;">Photo: From left to right is Jessica Hall, Mrs. Davis, Nikki Giordano, Savanna Greeley and Savannah Davis.</span></div>Chesed Rescuehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11511168160643213873noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703433209293972756.post-16638957845608535162007-06-02T16:07:00.000-04:002007-06-02T16:11:31.978-04:00Rehabilitating Rover - Don't RETURN...RETRAIN!<strong>Rehabilitating Rover - Don't RETURN...RETRAIN!</strong><br />By Diana Sulewski May 30, 2007, 16:46<br /><a href="mailto:?subject=Rehabilitating%20Rover%20-%20Don%27t%20RETURN...RETRAIN%21&body=http%3A%2F%2Fthepetgazette.org%2Fartman%2Fpublish%2Farticle_310.shtml">Email this article</a> <a href="http://thepetgazette.org/artman/publish/printer_310.shtml">Printer friendly page</a><br /><br />One of the top reasons dogs are relinquished to animal shelters is due to behavioral issues. Rescued animals can occasionally present unique challenges. Bringing home a pet is a lifelong relationship that requires steadfast commitment. Every relationship needs a few simple principles to achieve success, and providing obedience AND/OR behavior training for your dog’s unique personality is a key component to that success.<br /><br />1) Manage your expectations<br />The list of dog behaviors and personalities is endless and often unpredictable. Know what you are getting into. Be prepared and flexible, for example:<br />Puppies chew, explore and have housebreaking needs. This will take months of committed training, so if you’re gone more than 4 hours a day, you don’t have time to train a puppy and training needs will escalate with age. <br />Large breed dogs need room to run and romp. Leash walking is not enough and a lack of vigorous exercise generally leads to destructive or negative behavior. <br />Working breeds need a job. The keen intelligence and instinct of working dogs requires task training such as agility, obedience or Frisbee/ball training on an ongoing basis. <br />Terrier breeds need to spend their natural energy in a positive way such as daily games of fetch or agility training.<br />By training your dog in the direction of his natural giftedness, you open the door to better behavior.<br /><br />2) Respect individualism<br />It is unfair to expect your new dog to behave like your old dog. Just because your old dog was good with cats or fond of fetching, it doesn’t mean your new dog will follow suit. He’s entitled to his own personality and training needs, and will bring you his own breed of joy if you invest the time and energy. Explore ways to make him part of your life. <br /><br />3) Be clear and consistent<br />Like humans, dogs respond best to clear instructions. If you let Rover jump on you when you come home, don’t expect him to act differently with guests. This principle is especially important when housebreaking. Barring any health issues, if you’re consistent and patient, all dogs can be housebroken. Take him out first thing in the morning (not after your coffee), and every few hours until you establish a routine. Use the same exit, the same commands and reward words – EVERY time – and walk until he goes potty, then praise him while he does his business. If he’s been left alone for a long time, take him out IMMEDIATELY upon arrival…don’t wait “to change your shoes.” Be clear and consistent, and use common sense in all training matters.<br /> <br />4) Get the right kind of help<br />Anyone can teach basic obedience and even elaborate tricks because most dogs want to please us. However, BEHAVIOR training and OBEDIENCE training are NOT THE SAME. When seeking professional help be sure to determine what portion of your dog’s training needs are behavioral or if his issues can be remedied with basic obedience training. There are many, many trainers out there…some good, some not so good. Do your homework; get references and/or referrals.<br /><br />5) Housebreaking status<br />Ever found yourself in dire need of a rest room in an unfamiliar place? That’s what a dog feels when she’s re-homed. “Where is the ladies room?” is what you must answer repeatedly until she remembers it’s “down the escalator behind Appliances.” Regardless of a rescued dog’s housebreaking status upon adoption, when she is re-homed it’s up to the adopter to re-train. Lots of changes require lots of patience.<br /><br />It is not necessary to reject and return a wonderful pet if you sincerely commit to retrain.<br /> <img height="91" src="http://thepetgazette.org/artman/uploads/sammy-thumbnail.jpg" width="96" border="1" /><br />Sammy the boxer mix was surrendered to Chesed Rescue by an owner who left him in a doghouse with no training or companionship. Sammy was re-homed to a well-meaning man who thought he had the time for a large breed dog but gave into rambunctious playtime instead. Sammy became destructive and was returned. A Chesed foster home worked with Sammy on his training and socialization, eventually placing him with a wonderful family that suited Sammy’s needs perfectly. Sammy became a perfect gentleman.<br /> <img height="96" src="http://thepetgazette.org/artman/uploads/happyakabenny-thumbnail.jpg" width="67" border="1" /><br />Two-year-old Benny was adopted by a busy family and left home alone for about 6 hours a day. Upon arriving home from work, Benny’s adopter would take a few minutes to “change her shoes” before walking Benny. He never messed in the house during the long day alone, but he couldn’t contain himself for a costume change. The adopter wanted to return him, but upon hearing about this routine, a Chesed volunteer made it clear that asking him to wait even longer was unfair. The simple fix was to walk him immediately upon arriving, before the shoe change.<br /> <img height="92" src="http://thepetgazette.org/artman/uploads/gradyinyard_-_thumbnail.jpg" width="96" border="1" /><br />Grady was an adult Jack Russell with confidence issues. Chesed rehabilitated his health upon rescue, and re-homed him with a qualified adopter who promised to give him a two-week adjustment period after being warned about his issues. Less than 18 hours later the adopter could not wait to return Grady. What went wrong? The adopter misunderstood BEHAVIOR training for OBEDIENCE training and was ill-advised by a dog trainer who told him to return Grady so he could be placed in a home without dogs or cats. Grady now lives happily in a home with a cat and 2 dogs, and adopters who took the time to mold his behavior. <br /><br /><em>Diana Sulewski, a former professional horse trainer and currently the Executive Consultant in Math/Sciences for Thomson Higher Education, is a volunteer with Chesed Rescue, a non-profit, all-volunteer organization that rescues, rehabilitates and re-homes companion pets in Boca Raton, Florida. They do not have a shelter and rely solely on a network of foster homes. Diana and her husband Alan have two grown daughters, 6 dogs and 2 horses.</em> <br /><br />This article on: <a href="http://www.thepetgazette.org">www.thepetgazette.org</a>Chesed Rescuehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11511168160643213873noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703433209293972756.post-48208059024874201862007-05-31T12:18:00.000-04:002007-05-31T12:20:31.563-04:00Benefit for Chesed Dog and Cat Rescue<span style="font-family:georgia;"><span style="font-size:130%;">Saturday, June 23<br />Moet & Chandon Cheeseboard Benefit<br />7 – 8 pm</span><br /></span>Pre-Register, $15 goes to Chesed Dog and Cat Rescue<br />Discover the art of champagne making from a Moet & Chandon representative, along with fantastic cheese pairings from Joey Wells, Regional Specialty Coordinator. Joey will also share some of his personal tips for entertaining with these two fabulous foods for you to impress family and friends. Your donation will support the Chesed Foundation efforts to save helpless and unwanted pets and to find loving homes for these animals. For more information, visit www. chesed-rescue.org. Reservations will be taken at Whole Foods Customer Service Desk in the Whole Foods Boca Raton (Glades rd and I-95 in the University Commons shopping plaza). You must pay at the time of your reservation and must be 21 years of age or older. Thank you for supporting Chesed Dog and Cat Rescue! For more information contact Cory at Cory@chesed-rescue.orgChesed Rescuehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11511168160643213873noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703433209293972756.post-78755691138464041662007-05-31T12:15:00.000-04:002007-05-31T12:18:50.141-04:00Dog Friendly Vacations<span style="font-family:verdana;font-size:130%;">These Trips Are For the Dogs</span><br />If Paris Hilton and Britney Spears have taught us anything (besides the importance of wearing underwear), it's that pets are people too. Well, since Brit and Paris are probably not the best parents, let's look to Oprah as our role model. She takes her pups everywhere and you can too. Here are a few destinations we think are Best in Show.<br /><br />Reno <a title="http://go.kayak.com/0530/reno/flights" href="http://go.kayak.com/0530/reno/flights">flights</a> <a title="http://go.kayak.com/0530/reno/hotels" href="http://go.kayak.com/0530/reno/hotels">hotels</a> <a title="http://go.kayak.com/0530/reno/cars" href="http://go.kayak.com/0530/reno/cars">cars</a> Take your outdoorsy dog to Lake Tahoe for fresh air and lots of exercise. While many California parks ban your four-legged friend from hiking trails, Northstar and many other Tahoe ski resorts welcome pets on designated trails. We recommend Grass Lake Meadow or Echo Lakes Trail. While you can walk your pooch anywhere, in Lake Tahoe, you can take him rafting down the Truckee River. Too much adventure? How about a leisurely swim at Kiva Beach or Taylor Creek. Tahoe also has a long list of qualified pet sitters to keep your friend occupied if you want some solo time.<br /><br />New York <a title="http://go.kayak.com/0530/new-york/flights" href="http://go.kayak.com/0530/new-york/flights">flights</a> <a title="http://go.kayak.com/0530/new-york/hotels" href="http://go.kayak.com/0530/new-york/hotels">hotels</a> <a title="http://go.kayak.com/0530/new-york/cars" href="http://go.kayak.com/0530/new-york/cars">cars</a> Is your dog more city than country? New York cannot be overlooked as one of the most dog friendly cities in the world. You'll fit right in with the locals who take their dogs everywhere including grocery stores, boutiques and cabs. Of course, their dogs are wearing doggie-sized designer duds and jewelry nicer than anything you'll ever own. Central Park is of course a must see and Jemmy's Run in Union Square is THE place to pee and be peed on. Most hotels including <a title="http://www.kayak.com/new-york-hotels.crowne-plaza-times-square-manhattan.14460.ksp" href="http://www.kayak.com/new-york-hotels.crowne-plaza-times-square-manhattan.14460.ksp">Crowne Plaza</a>, <a title="http://www.kayak.com/new-york-hotels.embassy-suites-hotel-new-york-city.14337.ksp" href="http://www.kayak.com/new-york-hotels.embassy-suites-hotel-new-york-city.14337.ksp">Embassy Suites</a>, <a title="http://www.kayak.com/new-york-hotels.the-westin-new-york-at-times-square.64850.ksp" href="http://www.kayak.com/new-york-hotels.the-westin-new-york-at-times-square.64850.ksp">Westin</a> and the oh-so glamorous <a title="http://www.kayak.com/new-york-hotels.soho-grand-hotel.18182.ksp" href="http://www.kayak.com/new-york-hotels.soho-grand-hotel.18182.ksp">Soho Grand</a> will welcome your pets with open paws and complimentary doggie amenities.<br /><br />San Diego <a title="http://go.kayak.com/0530/san-diego/flights" href="http://go.kayak.com/0530/san-diego/flights">flights</a> <a title="http://go.kayak.com/0530/san-diego/hotels" href="http://go.kayak.com/0530/san-diego/hotels">hotels</a> <a title="http://go.kayak.com/0530/san-diego/cars" href="http://go.kayak.com/0530/san-diego/cars">cars</a> San Diego continuously makes the list for one of the most dog and kitty-friendly cities around. There's plenty of off-leash beaches and parks to keep you busy. Try out Dog Beach and Fiesta Island to start your vacation. Take a stroll through Old Town State Historic Park and dine together at one of the many outdoor cafes and restaurants. Next, head over to the historic gold rush town of Julian to take in some mountain scenery and then the wine country of Temecula. No doggie wine tasting allowed. If you're interested in seeing Sea World, they offer kennels for as little as $5 a pet (Shamu-size pets extra).<br /><br />Seattle <a title="http://go.kayak.com/0530/seattle/flights" href="http://go.kayak.com/0530/seattle/flights">flights</a> <a title="http://go.kayak.com/0530/seattle/hotels" href="http://go.kayak.com/0530/seattle/hotels">hotels</a> <a title="http://go.kayak.com/0530/seattle/cars" href="http://go.kayak.com/0530/seattle/cars">cars</a> Seattle not only offers a pet friendly vibe, but even allows well-behaved pets on the public buses, trains and ferries. Relax at Warren G. Magnuson Park, Seattle's biggest fully-fenced back yard. This nine-acre site includes a winding trail, with several open areas and a pig pool, aka Lake Washington. Explore the shops, cafes, fish market, and culture at Pioneer Square and the Sculpture Garden. Finish off your trip with a visit to Washington Park Arboretum and a ride on Blake Island Adventure Cruise.<br /><br />This article by: kayak.comChesed Rescuehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11511168160643213873noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703433209293972756.post-38213152143914725412007-05-08T20:59:00.000-04:002007-05-08T21:18:12.681-04:00Ten Reasons Why You Should Consider Fostering1. If you cannot keep a dog, this is a way to help.<br />2. Fostering will help out your local rescue.<br />3. Fostering can provide a safe environment for the dog or cat.<br />4. Fostering can provide a loving environment for the dog or cat.<br />5. Fostering is a good way to volunteer.<br />6. You can save a dogs life.<br />7. Fostering can provide companionship.<br />8. Fostering can provide a sociable environment for the dog or cat.<br />9. Fostering can provide recreation and excitement.<br />10. Fostering can change your life!Chesed Rescuehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11511168160643213873noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703433209293972756.post-6624758097914389072007-04-30T19:59:00.000-04:002008-12-09T11:48:16.555-05:00How Many?<div>Do you know how many dogs and cats are euthanized and in some cases gassed or shot? Some years it can go over 10 million, and these are just the statistics that are re<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieL6Q1LBBcxiDrSTqvVWXdCnQpwOUwUCoB9gBt5OnEnggxDeTgIkhxOLomtj6GbkvVbK3iffE6pAH0EwJSuWBKtsupeFi_SkvsW7UFteGZ27IhVBPY3It2EV4tjbm16ztD49j2ZHs2FVQ/s1600-h/022.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5059707092474450626" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieL6Q1LBBcxiDrSTqvVWXdCnQpwOUwUCoB9gBt5OnEnggxDeTgIkhxOLomtj6GbkvVbK3iffE6pAH0EwJSuWBKtsupeFi_SkvsW7UFteGZ27IhVBPY3It2EV4tjbm16ztD49j2ZHs2FVQ/s200/022.jpg" border="0" /></a>corded by shelters. Chesed Rescue would like to remind everyone to spay/neuter their dogs and cats and always choose to adopt or rescue. There are 10 times the amount of dogs and cats than there are homes for them. Remember shelter dogs/cats need homes more than puppy stores or breeders need your money. Together we can decrease pet overpopulation.</div>Chesed Rescuehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11511168160643213873noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703433209293972756.post-13062744618434079372007-04-30T16:21:00.000-04:002007-05-01T00:21:43.499-04:00Lana UpdateChesed is pleased to report that our stowaway from the freighter has been placed in a loving home. Lana, now "Foxy Brown" is loving life in a house with children and loving parents and two cats. She has a big yard to play and a happy life ahead.<br /><br />Chesed thanks the South Florida community for all their interest and support.Chesed Rescuehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11511168160643213873noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703433209293972756.post-78052158262463501272007-04-20T21:07:00.000-04:002007-04-20T21:16:01.663-04:00The Name GameSome dogs and cats find their way to Chesed as strays. They are given a name that our volunteers think suit his or her look or personality. But many folks who give our Chesed dogs and cats their forever homes decide to rename them. <br /><br />If you are looking for a fun and meaningful name, you might enjoy a cute website <a href="http://www.dognameswoof.com/dognames.htm">Dogs Named Woof</a>.Chesed Rescuehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11511168160643213873noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703433209293972756.post-73537065752043481822007-03-22T12:42:00.000-04:002008-12-09T11:48:16.816-05:00Stowaway puppy hunts home after surviving harrowing trip from Venezuela<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDLKZiV5W-UhwOycaL3W9k_HAL6PumBuM8BFWmY3HnThLpsrlUptCW4z22sWpKQ0pgjs97h0JiBK0z2NfSoKcGPhrfcdybJiGMIKVs2dsB3pcc6lqAsundiBPhpwh3gJO_jMulMB2XHYs/s1600-h/Lana-Stowaway.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5044791588069789874" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDLKZiV5W-UhwOycaL3W9k_HAL6PumBuM8BFWmY3HnThLpsrlUptCW4z22sWpKQ0pgjs97h0JiBK0z2NfSoKcGPhrfcdybJiGMIKVs2dsB3pcc6lqAsundiBPhpwh3gJO_jMulMB2XHYs/s320/Lana-Stowaway.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="http://ad.doubleclick.net/click%3Bh=v8/351d/3/0/%2a/z%3B91611057%3B0-0%3B0%3B12928669%3B2321-160/600%3B20437973/20455867/1%3B%3B~aopt%3D2/0/ff/0%3B~sscs%3D%3fhttp://clk.atdmt.com/AST/go/cnoccbsr0010001142ast/direct/01/4457349" target="_blank"></a>Chesed-Rescue is taking care of a stowaway, albeit accidental one. A caramel-colored, 3-month old female mutt was found last Thursday in a trailer sized container aboard a Venazuelan cargo ship at Port Everglades. Dock workers found the pup after she survived a six-day trip with no food or water.</div><div><br />According to the Sun-Sentinel, the dock workers opened the container and the dog ran out looking for food and water. The emaciated pup was fed chicken while Broward County Animal Care was called.<br /></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div>And then Chesed Rescue stepped in, bringing her to a private Palm Beach County vet who administered intravenous feeding on Tuesday.<br /></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div>Given the name Lana, she will be placed in Foster Care pending adoption. For more information, read the story at the <a href="http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/local/broward/sfl-containadog21mar21,0,4947847,print.story?coll=sfla-news-broward">Sun-Sentinal.</a></div><div><div></div></div>Chesed Rescuehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11511168160643213873noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703433209293972756.post-19469399541239032592007-02-27T10:31:00.000-05:002007-02-27T10:35:56.147-05:00Nearly put to sleep - - Twice!Misty grew up with no reason to trust people. She lived at the end of three chains in a sand yard behind her owners’ house. She ate off the ground, slept and relieved herself within a 5’ circle that defined her world. To escape from the heat, she dug a hole in search of cooler sand. The hole got so deep that her chains became tight. When it rained the hole filled with rancid water. Bored and desperate for attention, Misty amused herself by barking.<br /><br />To silence Misty, her owners and their children threw rocks and sticks at her. For food, a bag of dry food was thrown into her pit. Misty looked forward to seeing anyone, and in her excitement she jumped on them. This only made her owners angry and fearful of the now large, loud and mouthy dog they had unwittingly trained to misbehave.<br /><br />The owners decided the only thing to do was put Misty to sleep. After making the appointment, a relative suggested they call Chesed Rescue. The Chesed volunteer arrived just in time. She saw Misty’s dreadful living conditions and her loving, yet sad, eyes and immediately asked to take her. Her owners agreed. Misty was saved.<br /><br />Despite freedom from her hellhole, Misty remained fearful, distrusting everyone, especially men. Every rescuer struggles with the liability and ethical issues of placing dogs like Misty who had experienced the one-two punch of cruelty and neglect. Misty’s behavior peaked at a vet’s office when she acted on her senses. The vet pronounced her “unadoptable” and recommended she be put to sleep. Misty was once again minutes away from the needle.<br /><br />Misty’s rescuer would not give up. Believing Misty wanted to be devoted and loving, but did not know how, the Chesed volunteer took her to meet John, at ABC’s of Dog Training. In John’s capable care, Misty came around. She lived in a foster home with another Chesed volunteer who poured love and affection on her. Still, Misty required a very special adopter, someone who understood what rescue really meant.<br /><br />The miracle came when a woman named Sonja received an email about Misty. She phoned Misty’s foster mom, and a date was set to make sure Misty’s future environment would be perfect. Upon arrival, Misty showed off her training, quietly investigating everything. It was easy to see that life with Sonja would be more than perfect. Misty’s few moments of distrust were short-lived. And in the essence of true rescuers, Misty’s new family treated her with patience and love, transforming her old life in chains to a new 17-acre home, complete with a spring-fed pond and Sonja’s constant companionship.<br /><br />Misty is alive thanks to a rescuer who never gave up on her, a trainer who saw her potential, a foster family who loved her unconditionally, and an adopter who makes Misty’s dream of a miracle, come true every day.Chesed Rescuehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11511168160643213873noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703433209293972756.post-38855069842061877562007-02-20T07:19:00.000-05:002007-02-20T07:22:35.543-05:00Why Puppy Mills and Pet Stores are badPlease view this. <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s0KucYppXO0">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s0KucYppXO0</a>Chesed Rescuehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11511168160643213873noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703433209293972756.post-55359265520975862672006-12-30T23:14:00.000-05:002006-12-30T23:24:27.882-05:00A Day in the Life of a Chesed Volunteer<p><span style="font-family:arial;">Why do we bother?How does our day go?</span></p><p><span style="font-family:arial;">A call may come in from a local animal service. A dog has been hit by a car, it has a broken leg or hip. The owners were located, but don't want the pet back. After all, its broken. Easier to get a new pet. Less expensive too.</span></p><p><span style="font-family:arial;">A volunteer goes and gets the pet. They change their day around, knowing some poor creature is probably in agony and will be put to sleep if a rescue doesn't step in. They give up their time to drive to the shelter, wait for the paperwork, load an injured, usually filthy and parasiteridden creature into their vehicle, and take it to a vet hospital. (The kind folks that refuse to claim their injured pets usually don't bother bathing them and protecting them from parasites). Once at the vet, the poor animal is examined, sedated, x-rayed, and its prognosis and future decided. Is it "fixable"? If the answer is yes, the process of rehabilitation begins. Recuperation can take weeks or months. The animal may have orthopaedic surgery. A lengthy stay at the vet hospital, followed by time in a foster home before it can even be put up for adoption. The time and resources of the volunteer(s) is freely given. Trips to the vet, training, everything needed to ensure this pet will have a second chance. And the hope that there is a home worthy of the suffering this creature has endured.</span></p><p><span style="font-family:arial;">Multiply these scenarios over and over again and grasp what rescue means and the sacrifices our volunteers make. The sacrifices these "pets" make. In a perfect or even a more enlightened, "humane" world there would be no need for our services. </span></p>Chesed Rescuehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11511168160643213873noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703433209293972756.post-1920343467876982932006-12-17T22:27:00.000-05:002006-12-17T22:34:21.737-05:00Puppies are not Presents<span style="font-family:arial;">Think of the concept of buying and selling a living being. It reinforces the belief that we are superior to all creatures, that we control their fate.That profit can be made by selling voiceless creatures. It is truly a form of oppression that we've imposed on helpless creatures and even our fellow humans over the ages. And sadly, is totally acceptable in the society we live in. That does not make it right. Holiday time is especially perilous for all the puppies/kittens snatched up as "presents."<br /><br />1. Living things should never be given as gifts. That implies ownership and a level of control over the living being. I-Pods are gifts. Animals are entitled to a higher level of dignity and respect.<br /><br />2. Pets should become a part of their new family after making sure it fits in well with all people and other pets in the home. It is a careful process to make sure its a good match and the pet won't be returned. When given as a present, it is only a chance to hope it works out.<br /><br />3. Holiday time is a bad time to introduce a pet to a household. Either too much attention goes to the pup because its new and adorable, or too little because there's a house full of activity, guests, etc. </span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;"></span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;">But... what happens after the holiday is really unfair to the pet. Kids go back to school and mom and dad to work and here's little puppy, the former center of attention, all alone for 8 hours. No wonder the chewing, crying, peeing, etc. results. Puppies can't understand their new home situation is about to change in two weeks, they can only react to it. There's a reason shelters and rescues are inundated with calls to take animals after the holidays. </span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;"></span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;">Resist that urge to wrap a little puppy and put in under the tree. Think outside the proverbial "box" or present in this case. You may get the reaction from your loved ones that you hoped for. But, living things deserve better.<br /><br />Let's continue to educate people to a higher level of thinking- respect for living creatures, not superiority over them where they can be sold and traded at the marketplace. Remember, we did this once to our fellow man and that was o.k. too. </span>Chesed Rescuehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11511168160643213873noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703433209293972756.post-72579734493712009192006-12-01T10:47:00.000-05:002006-12-01T11:19:25.562-05:00Welcome to the Chesed Rescue BlogWe have a new home on the Internet being built. Many dogs and cats need homes too...so:<br />Our adoptable animals can be viewed<br /><a href="http://www.1-800-save-a-pet.com/shelter71666-pets.html" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a><br />AND<br /><a href="http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/FL518.html" target="_blank">CLICK HERE TOO! </a><br /> Thanks - and come visit again!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0