Shout Out For Relay Drivers In MB.. Sask.. Alb.

... As rescues we sometimes have to move bassets to get them to their forever homes or to another rescue that has space.. One of our problems is we have no one in the prairie provinces.. We can get them through Ontario and met in Alberta but no where in between.. If you know anyone in western Canada that might be willing to work with Dog Relays.. please let me know..

Thanks..

Basset Mill

.. Here is where those pet store pups come from..





Here is a back yard breeders like on Kijiji or craigslist.. look at the filth these pups are in.. and the Mom's face





So please think twice before you buy and keep this going

Your Petstore Pup...

Cherish your new pet store pup -
Stand always by his side.
Mend his ills and give him hugs
and lots of fun car rides.

Feed him well and let him run
to build his body strong.
Play with him and give him treats.
Love him his whole life long.

You'll soon become his hero.
He will not ask you for much.
He'll trade his lifelong loyalty
for your kind word and touch.

Count him among your blessings,
as you are his blessing, too,
but then please do just one thing more,
When every day is through.

Take time to look into his eyes
each night you tuck him in.
I bet you'll see reflected there,
two other pups like him.

They've never had a family,
soft bed, good food, or fun.
They live life out in a wire box -
and never get to run.

They suffer searing heat at times,
at others freezing cold,
as weeks and months and years drag by
While they are growing old.

So think about his mom and dad
who shine there through his eyes,
and remember all the mill dogs
who are paying with their lives.

If they had ever had a chance,
they'd have grown up like him, too,
with years of love to give and get
before their lives were through.

You'll never see them face to face -
Such miracles are rare -
But pray for your pup's mom and dad,
'cause someone ought to care...

Here is a lucky one I just rescued..

Lost In Transport Relay

.. It is a sad day for me as one of my rescues from Kentucky was lost in transit when he slipped his harness.. He is microchipped however that is all his harness stayed with the driver.. So barley the 8 month old 25 pound basset is somewhere in upstate New York.. this was my message yesterday morning before I left to go meet the relay in Cornwall..

MISSING IN THE COLDEN/BOSTON, NY

AREA:
Barley was on a transport from KY to Canada today and was at his overnight’s house and unfortunately, slipped out of his harness. He took off into the darkness. Margaret has called her neighbors, the state police as well as animal control. The area she is in is not well lit, but she is going with flashlights to see if she can spot him. If anyone is in the area of Boston/Colden, NY and can help go look for Barley, PLEASE DO! Please let’s help find this baby. It is VERY cold and is snowing. He might very well know his name, but might be too frightened to come when called.

AREA LAST SEEN:

“It looked like he was going into the horse pasture across the street but I think I caught a glimpse of him running down (south-east) on Lower East Hill Rd (town of Boston, NY). The bottom of the hill is 1 -1 1/2 miles down and it ends at State Road, Route 240. in Colden NY.”

BARLEY’S INFORMATION:

Approx 9 mo old basset hound mix. He is brown with white on his chest. Approximately 35 pounds . Does not have a collar on. He is microchipped and neutered.




Luckily I was able to get the mill dog Sally up here safely she is doing well..



^^^^ Sally..

If you are someone that prays.. say a small one for Barley's safe return..

Twas The Night Before Christmas.. Basset Edition

Twas the night before Christmas and all was quiet and sound,
Not a creature was stirring not even my Hound.

She was snug in her bed all tucked in for the night,
Until she suddenly awoke when something gave her a fright.

It was the sound of some footsteps on the rooftop she heard,
Maybe it?s a possum, a squirrel, or a bird.

So she ran to the window not knowing what would appear,
And to her surprise she saw Santa with reindeer.

She waddled outside hoping Santa would play,
When she finally made it to him, she let out a great Hound bay.

Santa stepped to her and gave a soft pat on the head,
Hush now little Basset, I think everyone?s in bed.

But Santa, said the Basset, I?m so happy you?re here,
I want to go with you tonight and spread cheer.

Well then, my little Basset as he held her by the paw,
He said to her come and we will spread it to all.

As she leaped into the sleigh she saw a great bag of toys,
Is this what you bring to all the little Basset girls and boys?

Why yes, said Santa, I show everyone love,
Now hold on tight he said as they flew high above.

Up higher, up higher she flew in the sleigh without fears,
As Santa looked to her, he saw her great flapping ears.

It was quite the adventure for the Basset Hound that night,
She brought presents to a cat and they didn?t even fight.

And to a Hound family of ten, lots toys did they need,
Ten Bassets in one house is a lot of mouths to feed.

Worn out with so much fun the little Hound did tire,
So Santa brought her home and laid her down by the fire.

A wooden house she lived in and the wind made it creek,
Before Santa could leave he got a warm lick on the cheek.

Santa just smiled and with a glimmer in his eye,
He winked to her once and he said his goodbye.

As she lay there in her bed, she glanced at the Christmas tree,
Underneath was a giant bone labeled To: Houndie.

She listened to his sleigh bells as he took off for his flight,
Shouting, ?A Merry Christmas to all and to all a goodnight?.

The Transport..

.. Well the snow has slowed up the transport of my two rescues coming from Oklahoma.. but the relay drivers think they might be able to make up time in the am.. I guess I'll see.. I'll be patiently be waiting at my relay spot for them and welcome them to Canada.. I can't wait..

Oh and on another note wanted to Thank Maureen for the lovely Christmas card and update on JJ.. Its always great to get updates on how my adoptee's are doing..and in Maureens words JJ is doing wonderfully well.. and she loves him to bits..

Sally and Barley

... Here is Sally she's a used puppy mill dog.. finally out of that life but left with the reminders on her figure.. How sad a life this girl had.. caged and pregnant months on end.. give birth.. 6-8 weeks later her pups gone.. and another male to impregnate her.. this goes on and on for mill dogs until they burn out.. Alas she now has a chance at a life of leisure I hope.. many will overlook a girl like this for she isn't quite perfect.. but with the wisdom of the Universe I hope that the right someone steps up for this girl..



Then there is Barley.. just 8 months old and already dumped several times.. why .. well basically the people who have adopted him have expected him to live crated 8-10 hours a day so the shelter that had him needed the room and asked if I thought I could get him a home with a family that would let him have a life outside of a cage.. He basically grew up in one and now that he has his freedom he really doesn't want to go backwards.. He's a good guy just needs to be with his family.. He's a real cutie.. I hope someone gives him a good life.