Rescues Are Like The Starfish..

Once upon a time there was a wise man
who used to go to the ocean to do his
writing. He had a habit of walking on the
beach before he began his work.
One day he was walking along the shore.
As he looked down the beach, he saw a
human figure moving like a dancer. He
smiled to himself to think of someone
who would dance to the day.

So he began to walk faster to catch up.
As he got closer, he saw that it was a
young man and the young man wasn't
dancing, but instead he was reaching
down to the shore, picking up something
and very gently throwing it into the ocean.

As he got closer he called out, "Good
morning! What are you doing?"

The young man paused, looked up and replied, "Throwing starfish in the ocean."
"I guess I should have asked, why are you throwing starfish in the ocean?"

"The sun is up and the tide is going out. And if I don't throw them in they'll die."

"But, young man, don't you realize that there are miles and miles of beach and starfish all along it. You can't possibly make a difference!"

The young man listened politely. Then bent down, picked up another starfish and threw it into the ocean, past the breaking waves and said - "It made a difference for that one."


Think about Rescuing A Basset please..

Challenges of Rescues

.. I belong to a group of individuals that do rescue transport to TRY to get dogs to their forever homes all over Canada and the USA.. called Cross Boarder Dog Rescue.. We know not everyone out there can have volumes of dogs but through word of mouth new drivers sign up to help do legs of a transport.. Often the legs are 60 miles.. its not a huge commitment really but in the life of that " Dog " it means the difference often between life and death .. as many are rescued from kill shelters or pounds that are overwhelmed with dogs.. Each rescue has a story.. many heartbreaking.. Yes it goes on everywhere.. puppy mills are raided.. animal hoarders are turned in by neighbors.. then there are just regular folks that have to choose between food on their table or food for the dog/dogs.. often the choice is simple for them.. The Pound.. or abandoned by the side of the road.. Or then again just last sunday I was called up to Saint Sauveur to get a basset pup 3-4 months old abandoned .. no rhyme or reason.. just left to fend for himself.. How long could he have lasted.. no telling but I'm sure not long..

.. So if anyone reading this has a bit of time to help transport a dog.. please think about signing up.. at http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/group/CBDR/
This group helps rescues on both sides of the border move dogs freely from shelters, humane societies, animal controls and rescue groups to forever home, foster homes and other rescues. Notices are posted about dogs in need, urgent situations and plea's for help. Transport help and home visits can also be requested on list. As with all groups, respect and courtesy of others is expected.

If you have any questions on this group, feel free to write to CBDR-owner@yahoogroups.com for details ..

I Thank You.. For Those That Cannot Speak..

The Generocity of Basseteers

.. I think basseteers are GREAT folks.. today I received a case (36) children's books by a Published Basseteer named Cathy L. Rudert she is the Author of Lily.. A Basset Hounds Tail of Love.. I was so surprised to get this delightful donation for the rescue.. as well She sent some to Alyson my little basseteer in Quebec City fighting for her life with leukemia everyday.. Her Dad called me today to tell me the news of this special gift arriving for Alyson.. as well others that have read my writings about her.. Yes I have so much faith in the Universe and regular basseteers.. who have shown this little girl.. that relative strangers CARE about her wellbeing and go the distance to bring her a smile during these awful cancer treatments she goes through weekly.
.. Personally I HOPE all the folks that have shown this little basseteer joy receive great big deposits in their Grace Bank Accounts as their Random Acts of Kindness are truly a blessing to her.

THANK YOU ALL.. You can Order a book on www.bassethoundrescuequebec.com Catalogu page

Oliver Twist 's New Mission

.. Oliver Twist went to his new Forever Home.. its with a lovely couple who loved him before even meeting him.. in their case a picture spoke volumes to their heart.. Their basset had passed away and left a gap in their lives.. till they saw Oliver.. After undergoing cancer treatments and in recovery.. Oliver's new Dad will not be alone any more while he battles this dreaded disease.. There was a twinkle in his eye when he saw Oliver come in as well Oliver seemed immediately to know this man was going to love him for all he is worth.. He smiled even though I knew or sensed he felt lousy from the treatments.. but Oliver went over put his paws on his lap and.. Well You look..



.. Yes Oliver Twist and Roch.. make a good looking team.. Thanks Universe for getting them together..

My Fancy Gurl HaHa

.. This is Micky Mouse.. she came from a Montreal rescue called Sophie's.. I was shocked when I went to get her.. I hadn't seen her when I told Sophie.. I'd take her or any basset you get.. at that time I didn't have my BHRQ running I was only helping then.. She is such a good little girl.. I say little because she is an Normand Artesian Basset .. most folks don't know that there are a few types of bassets.. their are the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen too that have curly coarse hair.. None the less bassets.. but different characters..I'm glad I didn't care what Micky was I just saw her as another basset needing rescuing.. Isn't she a Lady..

Not for the Faint of Heart.. Dog Breeding EXPOSED on You Tube

It begins with this one..

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-1LyjlX4Mp8&NR=1

the others are beside it.. just follow..

SHAMEFUL.. How this is perpetrated


"If you aren't aware of it or dig far enough you'll never know what goes on in a breeder's house, or a puppy mill, or what the rules and codes say about these animals. Most people just want the instant satisfaction of owning a pure breed puppy but don't stop and think about where it really came from or why it's the 'standard' it is or how the breed got to that point." by KD.

and I really agree with this.. Please RESCUE a Dog.. Cat.. Pet of ANY kind.. Leave Pet shops sell food & accessories ONLY .. Every animal has a rescue site.. Explore.. Find the one You want.. Do your homework PLEASE

I Hope The Universe Hears Me..

.. I recently asked to join a group .. called CBDR.. little did I realize how eye opening and heart breaking this was going to be.. It is a group like myself that rescues dogs.. but they rescue dogs in general.. not necessarily specific breeds.. They try to find specific dog breed rescues so they can try to help as many find those elusive " Forever Homes " every dog needs.. The benefit for them is they then know that there is someone to help.. that specific breed..

.. C.B.D.R. stands for Cross Boarder Dog Rescue.. Its Canadians helping out American pounds and shelters that presently are being overwhelmed with dogs due to the slump in their economy.. Dogs of every kind are being dumped and abandoned wholesale.. the staff at these pounds are beside themselves as they feel like they are just killing machines.. yet the breeders just keep pumping out dogs for the mighty dollar instead of backing off a little.. but its a commodity to some..

.. Now .. why my title says.. " I hope the Universe is Listening " well just today I was sent a myriad of emails from the CBDR.. with several basset that here earmarked to die within 24-48 hours if they could not be pulled from various shelters in the USA.. With every email I opened I was shocked with the numbers of innocent dogs.. bassets included.. in need.. My heart was sinking.. How can all this be.. No I am not naive.. I know the same nonsense goes on in some shelters here sadly.. but I'm not privy to those.. These were names and faces I saw.. pups to senior dogs.. being gassed often as that seems to be the choice down there.. Less expensive I guess.. I don't know.. but one thing I do know that if I had more than my house to work out of like a facility.. less bassets would be in those kill shelters and would have the " Forever Homes " that they deserve.. as I know if the Universe steps in.. ALL things are possible.. for within this world lies an ABUNDANCE like no other..

So Universe if Your listening.. I'm asking.. Help me to get a Sanctuary going where I can do what needs doing and rescue more cases of neglect and abuse ..