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GABR has no choice but to turn away
homeless dogs every month!!
When a Basset needs rescue, GABR has only 3 options –
either place the dog in a foster home, board the dog or say
we're sorry but there is no room.
Boarding has 2 drawbacks –
1) We have no way of observing the true behavior of a
Basset in a boarding kennel. We don’t know how he will
react when given attention in a home. Because of this, it is
very difficult to determine the right type of home for a
permanent placement.
2) The cost is overwhelming. If we have only 10 dogs in
boarding for the next year, our expenditure is in excess of
$54,000. We simply do not believe that is a good use of
your donated funds.
Some groups are borrowing the funds to keep bringing in
dogs. Some groups are placing 3, 4, 5 and more dogs
into a single foster home. Because GABR intends to keep
the level of veterinary care at a high level and the stress
level on foster homes low, these approaches become
totally unacceptable. They would bankrupt the
organization, burn out our current foster homes and then
no dogs would be saved.
What can you do? -
You can save a Basset’s life!
You can decide to take action IMMEDIATELY and apply to
be a foster home.
When you hear others talk about the fact that it’s a shame
that so many dogs are being surrendered and/or
euthanized, you can ask them to join you in stepping
forward to help.
Are you ready to help save a life?
Fill out a foster application today.
homeless dogs every month!!
When a Basset needs rescue, GABR has only 3 options –
either place the dog in a foster home, board the dog or say
we're sorry but there is no room.
Boarding has 2 drawbacks –
1) We have no way of observing the true behavior of a
Basset in a boarding kennel. We don’t know how he will
react when given attention in a home. Because of this, it is
very difficult to determine the right type of home for a
permanent placement.
2) The cost is overwhelming. If we have only 10 dogs in
boarding for the next year, our expenditure is in excess of
$54,000. We simply do not believe that is a good use of
your donated funds.
Some groups are borrowing the funds to keep bringing in
dogs. Some groups are placing 3, 4, 5 and more dogs
into a single foster home. Because GABR intends to keep
the level of veterinary care at a high level and the stress
level on foster homes low, these approaches become
totally unacceptable. They would bankrupt the
organization, burn out our current foster homes and then
no dogs would be saved.
What can you do? -
You can save a Basset’s life!
You can decide to take action IMMEDIATELY and apply to
be a foster home.
When you hear others talk about the fact that it’s a shame
that so many dogs are being surrendered and/or
euthanized, you can ask them to join you in stepping
forward to help.
Are you ready to help save a life?
Fill out a foster application today.
| Did you Know..... ~GABR covers the cost of the spay/neuter, all vaccinations and any medical care a foster dog requires. The Foster homes provide the dog's food, water, safe shelter and most of all understanding, patience and lots of love they so desperately need. |
| Did you know.... ~There are dogs without homes at this very minute GABR can NOT help due to a shortage of foster homes? |
| Did you know.... ~there's nothing more satisfying than seeing your foster dog again at the Bash and Waddle, healthy, happy and loved. It's a great feeling to know that you played such an important role in that dog's life . not to mention what joy you brought into their owner's life! |
| Did you know.... ~This is your opportunity to make a difference in the world. Read some of the stories in the pages of this site and you'll see that by fostering you not only save a Bassets life but change and enrich the lives of people !! |
| Did you know.... ~It only takes a few minutes to fill out the foster application form. |
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A Pet Communicator may be just exactly what is needed. Many of you may never have heard of them or understand what it is they can offer. They are not psychologists, behaviorists,
professional trainers, or veterinarians. They simply help owners and animals understand each other better. Because they can “hear” animals and people both, they are basically trained
translators between the two. Along the way they share common sense advise on their experiences with animals who have lived with them around training, and certain fairly common
behavior challenges, such as guarding food, not respecting human leadership, potty training 101, etc. They partner with veterinarians, behaviorists, professional trainers and family, to
help the animal. I interviewed Cindy Huff for this article, who along with partner Terri Noftsger, own Animal Communication and Wellness Services www.acwservices.net .
Please explain what a pet communicator does:
Cindy- A pet communicator is basically someone who can receive information from animals using telepathy. Telepathy is simply another "sense" (like hearing, sight, touch, taste, and
smell). When we receive information telepathically, the animal is sending us sights, words, feelings, physical sensations, etc. Another way of expressing this is to say that we are
"translators" - we can understand the information the animal gives us, and we translate it for the humans. We also do the reverse - we translate what the humans wish to communicate to
the animal, and send that information using telepathy to the animal.
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professional trainers, or veterinarians. They simply help owners and animals understand each other better. Because they can “hear” animals and people both, they are basically trained
translators between the two. Along the way they share common sense advise on their experiences with animals who have lived with them around training, and certain fairly common
behavior challenges, such as guarding food, not respecting human leadership, potty training 101, etc. They partner with veterinarians, behaviorists, professional trainers and family, to
help the animal. I interviewed Cindy Huff for this article, who along with partner Terri Noftsger, own Animal Communication and Wellness Services www.acwservices.net .
Please explain what a pet communicator does:
Cindy- A pet communicator is basically someone who can receive information from animals using telepathy. Telepathy is simply another "sense" (like hearing, sight, touch, taste, and
smell). When we receive information telepathically, the animal is sending us sights, words, feelings, physical sensations, etc. Another way of expressing this is to say that we are
"translators" - we can understand the information the animal gives us, and we translate it for the humans. We also do the reverse - we translate what the humans wish to communicate to
the animal, and send that information using telepathy to the animal.
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What is a Pet Communicator ?
It is easy to help our bassets with the aid of our Veterinarians when our basset kid is sick or injured but what about those other issues in regard to behavior? Even when we
have taken obedience classes, which help us understand the way a dog thinks and why they do what they do in order for us to know our response as an owner. But, there are
other issues which pop up such as fear of storms, separation anxiety, changes in the familiar schedule for reasons dogs do not understand and owners often do not consider.
It is easy to help our bassets with the aid of our Veterinarians when our basset kid is sick or injured but what about those other issues in regard to behavior? Even when we
have taken obedience classes, which help us understand the way a dog thinks and why they do what they do in order for us to know our response as an owner. But, there are
other issues which pop up such as fear of storms, separation anxiety, changes in the familiar schedule for reasons dogs do not understand and owners often do not consider.
The 13th Annual Illinois Waddle 2010
Our Swingin’ Waddle Weekend
The theme for our 13th Waddle comes from the 40’s
era when the Big Bands like Glen Miller and Benny
Goodman entertained radio listeners and night club
dancers…when WWII troops were given a USO
“Home Away From Home” where they could relax,
meet people and dance. It was the era of zoot suits,
pin up girls and songs like “Boogie Woogle Bugle
Boy” and “Chatanooga Choo-Choo”. Help us create a
“Home Away From Home” this year at the GABR Park
for a weekend of relaxing fun for you and your bassets.
All Waddle information for the weekend is on this
website. The first step is to register on-line and set
up your own Firstgiving page. There will be no
Waddle packets mailed and your Firstgiving page can
take the place of pledge sheets. If you still prefer
using pledge sheets, you can print them out by using
the form provided. We’ve gone green!
If you need help, please call Pam at 815-584-1044
from 8am-4pm, M-F or Larry at 815-584-1005 after
4pm or weekends. The Waddle and the Basset
Ball/Auction in April are our only two fund raisers
during the year. All pledges, raffle items Corvette
tickets, donations and adoptions go toward caring for
the bassets. Please help us help the Bassets.
You need to stop by the registration table before you
enter the park. This applies whether you’ve pre-
registered or not. You’ll get all the information that you
need for the weekend.
We’ll see you at The Waddle!
Our Swingin’ Waddle Weekend
The theme for our 13th Waddle comes from the 40’s
era when the Big Bands like Glen Miller and Benny
Goodman entertained radio listeners and night club
dancers…when WWII troops were given a USO
“Home Away From Home” where they could relax,
meet people and dance. It was the era of zoot suits,
pin up girls and songs like “Boogie Woogle Bugle
Boy” and “Chatanooga Choo-Choo”. Help us create a
“Home Away From Home” this year at the GABR Park
for a weekend of relaxing fun for you and your bassets.
All Waddle information for the weekend is on this
website. The first step is to register on-line and set
up your own Firstgiving page. There will be no
Waddle packets mailed and your Firstgiving page can
take the place of pledge sheets. If you still prefer
using pledge sheets, you can print them out by using
the form provided. We’ve gone green!
If you need help, please call Pam at 815-584-1044
from 8am-4pm, M-F or Larry at 815-584-1005 after
4pm or weekends. The Waddle and the Basset
Ball/Auction in April are our only two fund raisers
during the year. All pledges, raffle items Corvette
tickets, donations and adoptions go toward caring for
the bassets. Please help us help the Bassets.
You need to stop by the registration table before you
enter the park. This applies whether you’ve pre-
registered or not. You’ll get all the information that you
need for the weekend.
We’ll see you at The Waddle!
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| 3540 Bassets Rescued Since 1997 |
| Drawing to be held Sept 19, 2010 in Dwight, Il. |
| 1968 Corvette Roadster (click here for details) |
Our Early Bird Prize #2
5 Day Cruise to the Caribbean!
February, 2011
The Drawing Will Be Held on
Wednesday, August 4th
5 Day Cruise to the Caribbean!
February, 2011
The Drawing Will Be Held on
Wednesday, August 4th
We have had several letters requesting help with nipping and biting. These were dogs of under a year but a couple had older dogs and had noticed a grumpy personality change especially
when younger children were around. We never take nipping and biting for granted. There is a huge difference between playful nipping which can become a habit to get attention to play and
an intentional bite.
Intentional biting means the dog felt a need to protect himself or his things. Never should a dog be swatted at this time as it only encourages more negative behavior. It is imperative that
owners make sure the dog is not in pain. They can take a lot more pain than we can but how should they respond when an owner touches a painful area? It is a very quick response and
usually meant to get you to stop. However, a dog with a behavioral problem will show signs that say back off. They may actually attack.
A change in personality like this requires a medical visit immediately taking precautions against any injuries. The Gentle Leader and Halties are excellent collars to control the dog but
keeping a leash attached allows us control at a safe distance.
Above all, this does not mean our dog has turned mean. It is aa visible sign for us to know something is wrong.
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when younger children were around. We never take nipping and biting for granted. There is a huge difference between playful nipping which can become a habit to get attention to play and
an intentional bite.
Intentional biting means the dog felt a need to protect himself or his things. Never should a dog be swatted at this time as it only encourages more negative behavior. It is imperative that
owners make sure the dog is not in pain. They can take a lot more pain than we can but how should they respond when an owner touches a painful area? It is a very quick response and
usually meant to get you to stop. However, a dog with a behavioral problem will show signs that say back off. They may actually attack.
A change in personality like this requires a medical visit immediately taking precautions against any injuries. The Gentle Leader and Halties are excellent collars to control the dog but
keeping a leash attached allows us control at a safe distance.
Above all, this does not mean our dog has turned mean. It is aa visible sign for us to know something is wrong.
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| A Happy Ending for Jessie !! See story.. |
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