Ranch
News…
The Bichon Frise
Get Away and Rescue Ranch, inc., 1979 Carlson Rd., Parker, CO
80138
October 2004
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What a busy summer this was.
We are proud to announce that we have
been full all summer long, and have added two employees to our ranks.
Nikki Myers and her daughter, Cheyenne,
came to us early on as community service
volunteers, and were so welcome we asked them to remain as salaried staff.
Nikki is busy with school and raising a daughter, so she primarily works the
weekend shifts which gives me Sunday's off on a regular basis! Thank You
Nikki!
We also are thrilled to have Heather Burkhardt
and her two Chihuahua "kids" Chiclet and Digger. 
Heather moved here
from Arizona, and had worked in a dog day-care facility. She is just
awesome with all the dog kids around here. Heather's favorite word, is "Groovy"
which puts a smile on everyone's face. Which, she says, is why she uses
the word. Heather is around most weekday mornings.
We are confident your pets are in good hands with either of these great gals, and hope you will get a chance to meet them soon.
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One of our dogs is into modeling. His neighbor
is a photographer and uses Spike(Parkinson) aka Chip as a subject. He also has
two shots in a book called AmPhoto's Complete Book of Photography on how to
photograph white pets.
http://www.russburdenphotography.com/Pets.html
Submitted by: Edie Parkinson,
Highlands Ranch, Colorado
The 2004 Picnic was held on
June 19, 2004, and despite adverse weather conditions, we had a great turn-out.
We had spent a great deal of time ebay shopping in the dog-costume department
and had over 24 awesome outfits for our dog-fashion show. Everything from
a bikini, to a wedding outfit. And fortunately, there were several
rain-gear outfits as well.
I think the dogs looked great, and know the owners had fun as well.
We will be making this part of our annual event, so consider letting your pet be
a model next year. The money raised goes to The Bichon Frise Rescue
Ranch, inc. for use for the rescue work done on behalf of Bichons
and Pomeranians. The picnic, was co-sponsored by the Denver Metro Pom
Club. Thank you all who were in attendance!
http://www.bichonfriserescueranch.org/2004_pomachon.htm
Thinking
It started out innocently enough.
I began to think at parties now and then to loosen up. Inevitably though, one
thought led to another, and soon I was more than just a social thinker. I began
to think alone - "to relax," I told myself - but I knew it wasn't true. Thinking
became more and more important to me, and finally I was thinking all the time.
I began to think on the job. I knew that thinking and employment don't mix, but
I couldn't stop myself.
I began to avoid friends at lunchtime so I could read Thoreau and Kafka. I would
return to the office dizzied and confused, asking, "What is it exactly we are
doing here?"
Things weren't going so great at home either. One evening I had turned off the
TV and asked my wife about the meaning of life. She spent that night at her
mother's.
I soon had a reputation as a heavy thinker. One day the boss called me in. He
said, "Skippy, I like you, and it hurts me to say this, but your thinking has
become a real problem. If you don't stop thinking on the job, you'll have to
find another job." This gave me a lot to think about.
I came home early after my conversation with the boss. "Honey," I confessed,
"I've been thinking..." "I know you've been thinking," she said, "and I want a
divorce!"
"But Honey, surely it's not that serious."
"It is serious," she said, lower lip a quiver. "You think as much as college
professors, and college professors don't make any money, so if you keep on
thinking we won't have any money!" "That's a faulty syllogism," I said
impatiently, and she began to cry.
I'd had enough. "I'm going to the library," I snarled as I stomped out the door.
I headed for the library, in the mood for some Nietzsche, with a PBS station on
the radio. I roared into the parking lot and ran up to the big glass doors...
they didn't open. The library was closed.
To this day, I believe that a Higher Power was looking out for me that night. As I sank to the ground clawing at the unfeeling glass, whimpering for Zarathustra, a poster caught my eye. "Friend, is heavy thinking ruining your life?" it asked.
You probably recognize that line. It comes from the standard Thinker's
Anonymous poster.
Which is why I am what I am today: a recovering thinker. I never miss a TA
meeting. At each meeting we watch a non-educational video; last week it was "Porky's."
Then we share experiences about how we avoided thinking since the last meeting.
I still have my job, and things are a lot better at home. Life just seemed...
easier, somehow, as soon as I stopped thinking.
PHOTO OF THE MONTH:
Happy
Halloween from Bear...
HOLIDAY WARNINGS!!!!
Halloween is a time of year when there are
prowlers on the look out for pets for sacrifice, and an evening when your door
will be continually open. Please keep you pet locked up safely in a
bedroom, laundry or kennel. It is for his own protection!
Thanksgiving turkey can be a death trap for a pet. Keep the carcass out of
reach. Our pets love to rummage in the trash, and Blanca has been so bold
as to climb up on our kitchen counter when our back is turned, so we take
the turkey up to the trash lock-up immediately upon finishing dinner.
Christmas with all it's glitter and glitz is as exciting to a puppy as it is to
children. Tinsel is deadly as can be that hidden box of candy under wrap.
And a very excited pup may even crash a tree and hurt himself. So,
please use baby gates to block off your pet from the Christmas tree and
presents...
~~~~Photos courtesy of PetEdge.com~~~~
Dear Dog and Cat,
When I say move, it means to go someplace else, not switch positions with each other so there are still two of you in the way.
The dishes with the paw prints are yours and contain your food. The other dishes are mine and contain my food. Please note, placing a paw print in the middle of my plate and food does not stake a claim for it becoming your food and dish, nor do I find that aesthetically pleasing in the slightest.
The stairway was not designed by NASCAR and is not a racetrack. Beating me to the bottom is not the object. Tripping me doesn't help, because I fall faster than you can run.
I cannot buy anything bigger than a king size bed. I am very sorry about this. Do not think I will continue to sleep on the couch to ensure your comfort. Look at videos of dogs and cats sleeping, they can actuallycurl up in a ball. It is not necessary to sleep perpendicular to each other, stretched out to the fullest extent possible. I also know that sticking tails straight out and having tongues hanging out the other end to maximize space used is nothing but sarcasm.
My compact discs are not miniature Frisbees.
For the last time, there is not a secret exit from the bathroom. If by some miracle I beat you there and manage to get the door shut, it is not necessary to claw, whine, try to turn the knob, or get your paw under the edge and try to pull the door open. When I exit this room, I will come out the same door I entered. In addition, I have been using bathrooms for years. Canine attendance has never been necessary.
The proper order is kiss me, then go smell the other dog's butt. I cannot stress this enough. It would be such a simple change for you.
In return for your following these simple rules, I have posted the following message on our front door:
Rules for Non-Pet Owners Who Visit and Like to Complain About Our Pets:
1. They live here. You don't.
2. If you don't want their hair on your clothes, stay off the furniture.
3. I like my pet a lot better than I like most people.
4. To you, it's an animal. To me, he/she is an adopted
son/daughter who is short, hairy, walks on all fours and doesn't speak clearly.
5. Dogs and cats are better than kids. They eat less, don't ask for money all
the time, are easier to train, usually come when called, never drive your car,
don't hang out with drug-using friends, don't smoke or drink, don't worry about
buying the latest fashions, don't wear your clothes, don't need a gazillion
dollars for college, and if they get pregnant, you can sell the results.
Just a
quick note and a few pictures to let you know how much fun we are having with
Buddy and Tanner. They are enjoying each others company, even when Buddy has
to show Tanner that he is Dad by disciplining Tanner once and awhile. Buddy's
hair has grown back and he is so much happier these days he even looks as if
he has a smile on his face all the time. His favorite spot is in mom's arms or
following her around, he even howls when she leaves. They have given and
recieved so much love since they have joined the Coleman family. We are so
happy we found fuzzy pups and now have two of the best poms ever.
Like the photos we take of your boarding pets?
Ever consider having a professional photo of your pet? We think everyone should have a professional photo at least once in a lifetime and have invited Patty's Pet Photography to do the honors. Our first official photo shoot was October 15, and almost all dogs in attendance opted for the $15 sitting fee: which includes two: 4 x 5 prints. These prints can in turn be turned into Holiday cards for $25/25 cards, or made into enlarged photos. We are ordering a large 11 x 15 for the office, as the last photo we have of our gang is 5 years old, and now we have a new gang. We are hopeful to make this an on-going event, so let us know if you would like your pets photo taken the next time you board.
I REALLY HATE BEING MISUNDERSTOOD
"I pulled into a crowded parking lot and rolled down the car windows to make
sure my Bichon Frise had fresh air. She was stretched
out on the back seat, and I wanted to impress upon her that she must remain
there. I walked to the curb backward, pointing my finger at the car and saying
emphatically, Now you stay. Do you hear me? Stay! Stay!"
The driver of a nearby car, perhaps noting that I am a blonde, gave me a strange
look and said, "Why don't you just put it in park?"
****WEATHER AND ROAD ALERT*****
Elbert County has not paved Meadow Station , nor Carlson Road and they can be downright treacherous in wet conditions. Rain and snow will make our roads accessible by 4 wheel drive only. To assist you, we have opted to do a free pick-up and delivery via Parker. We will set up a meet at the Big Lots Parking lot, which is located at the South West corner of Main Street and Parker Road. We can then transport you pet to the ranch safely in our own vehicle, and save you the trouble of a muddy vehicle. PLEASE take advantage of this service, as we do not want any of our guests, human or canine, to be at risk on the road in to our facility.
When in doubt, call first. We will always gladly alert you to the road conditions of the day.
Unfortunately, this was not an issue we contemplated when we moved to this location. And we apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Stormy and Darla
This is a pet watercolor. Isn't it wonderful?!?
Advice From a Dog
If a dog was the teacher you would learn stuff like:
When loved ones come home,
*Always run
to greet them.
*Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride.
*Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in
your face to be pure ecstasy.
*When it's in your best interest, practice
obedience.
*Let others know when they've invaded your
territory.
*Take naps.
*Stretch before rising.
*Run, romp, and play daily.
*Thrive on attention and let people touch you.
*Avoid biting , when a simple growl will do.
*On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the
grass.
*On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a
shady tree.
*When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire
body.
*No matter how often you're scolded, don't buy into
the guilt thing and pout, run right back
and make friends.
*Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.
*Eat with gusto and enthusiasm. BUT,
Stop when you have had enough.
*Be Loyal.
*Never
pretend to be something you're not.
*If what you want lies buried, dig until you find
it. !!!
*When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit
close by and nuzzle them
gently.
Thanks for tuning in to our Newsletter. Feel free to send photos and "tidbits" to share.
The Knight Family (720) 851-1671
Email:
Pkbichon@aol.com 
Graphics Courtesy of Mimi's Bichonland and Gail, at www.bichonrescue.com
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The Bichon Frise
Get Away and Rescue Ranch, inc., 1979 Carlson Rd., Parker, CO
80138
May 2004
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THE PLANNING COMMITTEE HAS BEEN HARD AT WORK
PICNIC UPDATE
tHE UPCOMING 2004 ANNUAL FUND-RAISER IS RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER, AND WE HAVE BEEN HARD AT WORK PLANNING AND SOLICITING AND EBAY SHOPPING!
ONE nEW ACTIVITIES PLANNED IS A PET FASHION SHOW FOR WHICH WE ARE LOOKING FOR DOG MODELS. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO VOLUNTEER YOUR PET, PLEASE GIVE US A CALL A.S.A.P. AND WE WILL FIND AN APPROPRIATE OUTFIT FOR THEM.
IF YOU HAVEN'T FOUND AN APPROPRIATE COSTUME YET, VISIT WWW.EBAY.COM AND PUT IN KEY WORD DOG COSTUME. THEY HAVE LOTS OF CUTE ITEMS TO CHOOSE FROM.
PICNIC INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED FROM THIS LINK OF OUR WEBSITE:
volunteers are also needed for set up, tear down, supervision of the fashion show, assistance with the obstacle course and relay race, and overseeing of the silent auction.
A DOGS LIFE...
Our heartfelt
sympathy goes out to the owners of "Rosie" who lost their senior
dog to the Rainbow Bridge. We hope their hearts will be healed with the
knowledge that they gave her a wonderful life while in their care.
For those who have not visited the site, visit the link for
In Memory of CC to read the "Rainbow Bridge"
prayer as well as other dedications to pets.
SPIT with her new mom:
The Bichon Frise Rescue Ranch, inc. placed
half a dozen dogs over the PETsMART rescue weekend of April 30 - May 3.
We are very thankful for the support we receive from PETsMART throughout the
year, and are in need of volunteers to help man a both on a regular basis at any
of the PETsMART stores. If you have free time on a Saturday or
Sunday to just "hang out" with your pet and give out brochures and share
information about the rescue efforts at the "Ranch", we could use the help..
DOG HAIR: POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS!!!
In a press release today, the National Institute of Health has announced the discovery of a potentially dangerous substance in the hair of dogs. This substance, called "amo-bacter canis" has been linked with the following symptoms in female humans:
Reluctance to cook
Reluctance to perform housework
Reluctance to wear anything but jeans or sweats
Reluctance to work except in support of a dog
Physical craving for contact with dogs (may be an addiction)
Beware: If you come in contact with a female human affected by this substance, be prepared to talk about dogs for hours on end.
This has been a Public Service Announcement
photo of the month...
submitted by Doug Hawes. Some crew huh?
A RESCUE STORY
About Dogs
"Anybody who doesn't know what soap tastes like never washed a dog."
* Franklin P. Jones
"My dog is worried about the economy because Alpo is up to $3.00 a can.
That's almost $21.00 in dog money." * Joe Weinstein
"Outside of a dog, a book is probably man's best friend; inside of a
dog, it's too dark to read." * Groucho Marx
"Ever consider what they must think of us? I mean, here we come back
from a grocery store with the most amazing haul-chicken, pork, half a cow.
They must think we're the greatest hunters on earth!" * Anne Tyler
"Women and cats will do as they please, and men and dogs should relax
and get used to the idea." * Robert A. Heinlein
NEWS MEDIA
wE WILL BE ON PETLINE 9, SATURDAY, JUNE 5TH AROUND 8:00 AM TO PROMOTE THE RESCUE AND ITS UPCOMING PICNIC FUND-RAISER. FEEL FREE TO TUNE IN.
Left to right -- Echo (3), Shadow (2 ˝), Chance, and Mickey (both 13yrs), photo submitted from Don & Kathy Smith
HAVE YOU NOTICED A LOT OF POMERANIANS ON THE WEBSITE LATELY? WONDERING WHAT'S UP?
THE RESCUE RANCH HAS BEEN ACTIVE FOR OVER 3 YEARS IN THE ASSISTANCE OF POMERANIAN RESCUE. WHILE THE BICHON FRISE IS THE PRIMARY BREED WE RESCUE, WE WILL CONTINUE TO ASSIST THE DENVER METRO POM CLUB WITH POMERANIANS AS WELL.
ESPECIALLY SINCE
ADOPTING OUR OWN POM RESCUE, 
CINDER,
WHO CAN MOST FREQUENTLY BE FOUND LOUNGING ON THE COUNTER IN OUR FRONT OFFICE.
Dear Dog and Cat,
When I say move, it means to go someplace else, not switch positions with each other so there are still two of you in the way.
The dishes with the paw prints are yours and contain your food. The other dishes are mine and contain my food. Please note, placing a paw print in the middle of my plate and food does not stake a claim for it becoming your food and dish, nor do I find that aesthetically pleasing in the slightest.
The stairway was not designed by NASCAR and is not a racetrack. Beating me to the bottom is not the object. Tripping me doesn't help, because I fall faster than you can run.
I cannot buy anything bigger than a king size bed. I am very sorry about this. Do not think I will continue to sleep on the couch to ensure your comfort. Look at videos of dogs and cats sleeping, they can actuallycurl up in a ball. It is not necessary to sleep perpendicular to each other, stretched out to the fullest extent possible. I also know that sticking tails straight out and having tongues hanging out the other end to maximize space used is nothing but sarcasm.
My compact discs are not miniature Frisbees.
For the last time, there is not a secret exit from the bathroom. If by some miracle I beat you there and manage to get the door shut, it is not necessary to claw, whine, try to turn the knob, or get your paw under the edge and try to pull the door open. When I exit this room, I will come out the same door I entered. In addition, I have been using bathrooms for years. Canine attendance has never been necessary.
The proper order is kiss me, then go smell the other dog's butt. I cannot stress this enough. It would be such a simple change for you.
In return for your following these simple rules, I have posted the following message on our front door:
Rules for Non-Pet Owners Who Visit and Like to Complain About Our Pets:
1. They live here. You don't.
2. If you don't want their hair on your clothes, stay off the furniture.
3. I like my pet a lot better than I like most people.
4. To you, it's an animal. To me, he/she is an adopted son/daughter who is short, hairy, walks on all fours and doesn't speak clearly.
5. Dogs and cats are better than kids. They eat less, don't ask for money all the time, are easier to train, usually come when called, never drive your car, don't hang out with drug-using friends, don't smoke or drink, don't worry about buying the latest fashions, don't wear your clothes, don't need a gazillion dollars for college, and if they get pregnant, you can sell the results.
The
Animal Rescue
Site
is having trouble
getting enough people to click on it
daily
to meet their quota of getting free food donated every
day
to abused and neglected animals.
It takes less than a minute to go to their site and click on
"feed
an animal in need" for free. This doesn't cost you a
thing. Their corporate sponsors/advertisers use the number
of
daily visits to donate food to abandoned/neglected
animals in exchange for advertising.
Here's the web site! Pass it along to people you know.
http://www.theanimalrescuesite.com
PLEASE TELL 10 FRIENDS TO TELL 10 TODAY!!
If
you don't have ten friends, make 'em up. Thanks!!
Thanks for tuning in to our Newsletter. Feel free to send photos and "tidbits" to share.
The Knight Family (720) 851-1671
Email:
Pkbichon@aol.com
Graphics Courtesy of Mimi's Bichonland and Gail, at www.bichonrescue.com
Ranch
News…
The Bichon Frise
Get Away and Rescue Ranch, inc., 1979 Carlson Rd., Parker, CO
80138
February 2004
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Our heartfelt
sympathy goes out to the owners of "Jillian" and "Dax" who lost their senior
dogs to the Rainbow Bridge. We hope their hearts will be healed with the
knowledge that they gave these dogs a wonderful life while in their care.
For those who have not visited the site, visit the link for
In Memory of CC to read the "Rainbow Bridge"
prayer as well as other dedications to pets.
Rescue update:
The Bichon Frise Rescue Ranch, inc. was closed December and January, but
has re-opened and has rescues available for
Adoption! We will be featured on PetLine 9, March
6, at approximately 8:15 a.m. and from there will head to the Parker PETsMART on
Parker Rd. and Hilltop with available rescues.
Additionally, we are hoping to be at PETsMART the 1st Saturday of each month. PETsMART is our largest financial supporter throughout the year. We cannot risk loosing their support, and our attendance at their store is part of this partnership. Help is needed in this area, so if you have free time on a Saturday morning to just "hang out" with your pet and give out brochures and share information about the rescue efforts at the "Ranch", we could use the help..
2003 numbers are in...we adopted 75 pets in to new homes, with the average stay of over 3 weeks before homes are found. The Bichon Frise Get Away continues to carry the majority share of expenses for the rescue efforts, but we would like to see the Bichon Frise Rescue Ranch doing more in cost share. So...we need some fund-raising ideas. The annual picnic and the PETsMART Santa events are our only fund-raising events, other than adoption fees, we have no incoming revenue. Please remember, the Bichon Frise Rescue Ranch is a 501c3 non-profit organization and we can accept tax-deductible donations. Unlike many rescue groups, we are primarily supported by the efforts of myself and my husband Kenny. With operation of a full-time kennel, we have little time left over to be out there beating the bushes for funding.
Good news is...we are now a recognized business for local volunteers needing to do community service. So, if you can come up with ideas, we may be able to come up with man-hours to help accomplish fund-raising fund-raising projects. In the meantime, mark your callendar for this years picnic: June 19, 2004, same time same place as last year.
~~Clever Dog~~
A man follows a lady out of a movie theatre. She has a dog on a leash. He says, "I couldn't help but notice that your dog was really into the movie. He cried at the sad parts and he laughed at the funn parts! Did you find that unusual?
She replied, "Yes, I found it highly unusual! He HATED the book!"
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Abbie, a Westie, is our first "Day Care" guest. She came to hang out with
all the doggies for a day of fun and socialization.
2004
NEW YEARS RESOLUTIONS
BY LAS AMIGAS & HOLLY
1) I will not roll in the road, or on the cow pies after mom gives me a bath.
2) I will not bark at night at sounds mom and dad cannot hear while they are sleeping.
3) I will not wash my toys in the water dish and then push them in grandma's lap when she is visiting.
4) I will not bite Greg's friends, no matter how scary they look.
5) I will not eat strange things from the trash and then throw them up on mom and dads bed, especially right after they have changed the sheets.
6) I will try and behave like a trained pet, even though we all know I have trained them, not visa-versa.
7) I will try to remember how hard it is for mom and dad to get contractors out this far, and refrain from eating them.
8) I will not pee on the bathroom carpet just before mom or dad come out of the shower.
9) I will remember dad has a bad back and go down the stairs with the rest of the dogs at potty break times, instead of waiting for them to return and then wanting to go 15 minutes later.
10) I will try and remember the purpose of the kitty liter box is NOT to provide treats for me when I get the munchies.
11) I will not sit next to mom when I have gas.
12) I will try to remember there are 4 dogs and two humans sleeping together in a double bed, and share more of the bed at night.
The PetsMart Santa program brought in $765! We were able to work two weekends, thanks to the efforts of volunteers and the invitation of Mel, at our Parker Petsmart. These funds were much in needs as we entered 2004 with a deficit! Thanks to all who helped support this effort!
Money will buy a pretty good dog, but it won't buy the wag of his tail.
~~Josh Billings~~
FUN EVENTS
2004 fuzzypups Pomachon picnic will be held on June 19th at the Julia DeKoevend park. We are looking for picnic ideas for events or entertainment. please email or call if you have any ideas for us. After 5 years, our brains are unable to come up with anything new and exciting.
photo of the month...
Raider, is really much more happy and carefree than the photo shows. He is a Bichon Havanese and we had the privilege of babysitting while he was in route from Texas to Nebraska to his new owner.
I
Blind Dog Poem
I cannot see you
Mommy, when you cuddle me so near.
And yet I know you love me, its in the words I hear.
I cannot see you Daddy, when you hold me by your side
But still I know you love me when you tell me so with pride.
I cannot see to run and play out in the sun so bright
For here inside my tiny head it's always dark as night.
I cannot see the treats you give when I am extra good
But I can wag my tail in thanks just like a good dog should.
"She cannot see. The dogs no good" is what some folks might say
"She can't be trained, she'll never learn, she must be put away."
But not you, Mom and Daddy. you know that it's alright
Because I love you just as much as any dog with sight.
You took me in, you gave me love and we will never part
Because I'm blind with just my eyes, I see you in my heart.
~~Sherrill Wardrip~~
Thanks for tuning in to our Newsletter. Feel free to send photos and "tidbits" to share.
The Knight Family (720) 851-1671
Email:
Pkbichon@aol.com
Graphics Courtesy of Mimi's Bichonland and Gail, at www.bichonrescue.com
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Get Away and Rescue Ranch, 1979 Carlson Rd., Parker, CO
80138
Winter 2003
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Meet our newest family member. Julia
Winter Rose Mueller entered the world on Friday, October 17th. She is our
first grandbaby and the prettiest baby we have seen since her mom was born 20
years ago!
(But then, we are partial)
Rescue update:
Check out Maddie with her brother Max.
Now going on year 2
in her new home. She is the one on the left, moved to New York and is now
as pampered a pet as one could hope for. Thank you Amy for providing such
a great home for a doggie in need! PS don't ya love Max' crooked grin?
*****Bichons are like potatoe chips, you can't stop at one*****
I don't know about where you're at, but here in Colorado, it is getting cold...so hurry and order your own Bichon Sweatshirt!
Courtesy of Jeannie and her mom Linda.
Buy one for $34
(plus shipping of $5),
and they will include a free T-Shirt. Other breeds also
available. We of course have one of the Bichon and are ordering a Black Pomeranian
as well, and Kenny has a Boarder
Collie.
Nite Nite, sleep
tight! Bear, a Shih-Chon taking a snooze...Submitted by proud owners, Iman
Family of FL
Will be hosting the annual santa and pet photography weekends in december. Our shift will be on Saturday, December 13. we are still in need of a couple volunteers to assist.
if you are going to have your photos taken, please come visit us on december 13 as we get credit of $5.00 for each photo session!
AND LEST WE FORGEt... check out OUR ON-LINE WEBPAGE for unique gift:
HOLIDAY WARNING!
Please keep in mind winter is the time of Holidays. Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas all have their cautions for pet owners.
Halloween is a time of year when there are
prowlers on the look out for pets for sacrifice, and an evening when your door
will be continually open. Please keep you pet locked up safely in a
bedroom, laundry or kennel. It is for his own protection!
Thanksgiving turkey can be a death trap for a pet. Keep the carcass out of
reach. Our pets love to rummage in the trash, and Blanca has been so bold
as to climb up on our kitchen counter when our back is turned, so we take
the turkey up to the trash lock-up immediately upon finishing dinner.
Christmas with all it's glitter and glitz is as exciting to a puppy as it is to
children. Tinsel is deadly as can be that hidden box of candy under wrap.
And a very excited pup may even crash a tree and hurt himself. So,
please use baby gates to block off your pet from the Christmas tree and
presents...
~~~~Photos courtesy of PetEdge.com~~~~
NAG, NAG, NAG!
Submitted by Michael Paul, of Reimax. Our realtor and a friend with a sense of humor!.
CONSIDERING
JEWELRY FOR CHRISTMAS? CAROL LEE, OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
CONTINUES TO DONATE ITEMS FOR SALE
FOR OUR RESCUE EFFORTS.
SHE
IS THE PROUD OWNER OF TWO BICHON RESCUES, AND HER WEBSITE IF FULL OF ADORABLE
PHOTOS!
FUN EVENTS
2003 fuzzypups Pomachon picnic was a big success, www.fuzzypups.com/2003_fuzzypups_pom.htm
make sure you mark your calendar for next year!
DON'T FORGET...
Belle, Maly with Pam
If it's cold for you, it's cold for your pet. Bundle up! Sweaters and booties can easily provide the care and comfort your pet needs during the cold. Both are easily purchased at either your local PetsMart, or www.PetsMart.com or www.PetEdge.com
photo of the month...
Bandit, living happily ever after!
Three Little Pigs
Three Little Pigs went out to dinner one night. The waiter comes and takes their
drink order.
"I would like a Sprite," said the first little piggy. "I would like a Coke,"
said the second little piggy. "I want water, lots and lots of water," said the
third little piggy.
The drinks are brought out and the waiter takes their orders for dinner.
"I want a nice big steak," said the first piggy. "I would like the salad
plate," said the second piggy. "I want water, lots and lots of water," said the
third little piggy.
The meals were brought out and a while later the waiter approached the table and
asked if the piggies would like any dessert.
"I want a banana split," said the first piggy. "I want a root beer float," said
the second piggy. "I want water, lots and lots of water," exclaimed the third
little piggy.
"Pardon me for asking," said the waiter! to the third little piggy, "but why
have you only ordered water all evening?"
You're gonna LOVE me for this....
The third piggy says -"Well, somebody has to go
'Wee,
wee,
wee,
all the way home!"
(submitted by: Our dear friend Kathy)
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The Bichon Frise
Get Away and Rescue Ranch, 1979 Carlson Rd., Parker, CO
80138
August 2003
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IF YOU FOUND THIS, YOU PROBABLY NOTICED WE HAVE CHANGED DOMAIN NAMES...BICHONSONLY.COM HAS BEEN REPLACED BY BICHONFRISEGETAWAY.COM AS WE ARE NOT A BICHON ONLY RESORT ANY LONGER. STAYED TUNED AND EXPECT MORE VISITS FROM OTHER SMALL BREEDS, ESPECIALLY SHIH-TZU. FOR THE BICHON PUREST, WE SEND OUR APOLOGIES AND HOPE YOU WILL CONTINUE TO SUPPORT OUR EFFORTS ANYWAY.
PHOTO OF THE MONTH:
The couple in the chairs are Mark and Jeanie. They adopted Coconut (bottom) right who had been shifted from home to home to home, and was 12+ years old., Mark is holding the poodle, a rescue from the Rifle shelter. Mercedes is sitting on Jeanie's lap. Molly on the floor (far left) is in love with Pep (sitting in the middle on the floor). Pep came to Mark and Jeanie as a small baby boy. They are an amazing couple, with wonderful hearts.
Submitted by Caroll Widell
RESCUE OF THE MONTH: WATCH FOR US ON SUNDAY, AUGUST 10TH...PETLINE 9 AT OR AROUND 8:00 AM
Thumper:
is a 7 month old female Bichon Frise and has a heart condition that is not operable. She
should live another 4-6 years with proper care and medication. She is
desperately in need of a home at sea level to take the stress off of her
heart. She doesn't have any clue she is sick, and acts all puppy. She is a
cuddle bug and loves everyone she meets. If you have a big heart, and lots of
love to give, if even for a short time, Thumper will give back to you 10 fold.
We adore her, and would keep her here, however our vet says she needs to go to
to a lower altitude for her future survival. Her medication costs are very minimal, but she
must have medication twice per day. She is spay, and all shots are
current.
Feel free to have your vet call ours for detailed infor: Dr. McKenzie Goldthwait: 303-470-5040
For further information on rescues available visit our website: Adoption!
"Clark's Bark Avenue Bichon's"
Cuddled, Adored, & Loved..
PROGRESSIVE DOG RULES OR, "THE DOG RULES"
1: Dogs are never permitted in the house. The dog stays outside in a specially built wooden compartment named, for a very good reason, "the dog house".
2: Okay, the dog can enter the house, but only for short visits or is his own house is under renovation.
3: Okay, the dog can stay in the house on a permanent basis, provided his dog house can be sold in a yard sale to a rookie dog owner.
4: Inside the house, the dog is not allowed to rn free and is confined to a comfortable but secure metal cage.
5: Okay, the cage becomes part of a two-for-one deal along ith the dog house in the yard sale, and the dog can go wherever the hell he pleases.
6: The dog is never allowed on the furniture.
7: Okay, the dog can get on the old furniture but not the new furniture.
8: Okay, the dog can get up on the new furniture until it looks like the old furniture, then we'll sell the whole damn works and buy new furniture...upon which the dog will most definitely not be allowed.
9: The dog never sleeps on the bed. Period!
10: Okay, the dog can sleep at the foot of the bed.
11: Okay, the dog can sleep along side you, but he's not allowed under the covers.
12: Okay, the dog can sleep under the covers but not with his head on the pillow.
13: Okay, the dog can sleep along side you, umder the covers with his head on the pillow, but if he snores, he's got to leave the room.
14: Okay, the dog can sleep and snore and have nightmares in bed, but he's not to come in and sleep on the couch in the TV room, where I'm now sleeping. That's just not fair!
15: The dog never gets listed on the census questionaire as "primary resident," even if it's true.
Submitted via internet: lwoody63
CAROL LEE, OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS HAS GENEROUSLY DONATED
THESE LOVELY EARRINGS,
FOR OUR RESCUE EFFORTS:
Sterling silver designer earrings set
with black opals from Australia. These earrings are this months donation to the
Bichon Frise Rescue Ranch. All proceeds go to them. Click on the link below
and check out the ranch.
$128.00
IF INTERESTED IN PURCHASING, SHE CAN BE REACHED FROM HER WEBSITE LINK. www.jewelrybycarollee.com
Visit her website to see some darling Bichon Pictures as well as some elegant jewelry. And you can see what she has donated to date to help our rescue efforts!
FUN EVENTS
2003 fuzzypups Pomachon picnic was a big success
June 21 had 86 pets in attendance...tune in to website for photos and further details: 2003 Picnic
Take Hold of Every Moment
A friend of mine opened his wife's underwear drawer and picked up a silk
paper wrapped package: "This, - he said - isn't
any ordinary package."
He unwrapped the box and stared at both the silk paper and the
box.
"She got this the first time we went to New York, 8 or 9 years ago. She
has never put it on. Was saving it for a special occasion.
Well, I guess this is it. He got near the bed and placed the gift box next
to the other clothings he was taking to the funeral house, his wife had
just died. He turned to me and said: "Never save
something for a special occasion. Every day in your life is a
special occasion".
I still think those words changed my life.
Now I read more and clean less.
I sit on the porch without worrying about anything.
I spend more time with my family, and less at work.
I understood that life should be a source of experience to be lived up to,
not survived through. I no longer keep anything. I use crystal glasses
every day... I'll wear new clothes to go to the supermarket, if i feel
like it.
I don't save my special perfume for special occasions, I use it whenever I
want to. The words "Someday..." and "One Day..." are fading away from my
dictionary. If it's worth seeing, listening or doing, I want to see,
listen or do it now. I don't know what my friend's wife would have done if
she knew she wouldn't be there the next morning, this nobody can tell. I
think she might have called her relatives and closest friends.
She might call old friends to make peace over past quarrels. I'd like to
think she would go out for Chinese, her favorite food. It's these small
things that I would regret not doing, if I knew my time had come.
I would regret it, because I would no longer see the friends I would meet,
letters... letters that i wanted to write"
One of these days".
I would regret and feel sad, because I didn't say to my brothers and
children,
not times enough at least, how much
I love them.
Now, I try not to delay, postpone or keep anything that could bring
laughter and joy into our lives.
And, on each morning, I say to myself that this could be a special day.
Each day, each hour, each minute, is special.
If you got this, it's because someone cares for you and because, probably,
there's someone you care about.
If you're too busy to send this out to other people and you say to
yourself that you will send it "One of these days", remember that "One
day" is far away..... or might never come...
This TANTRA came from India, and was submitted via
internet by: BiitzinBichons
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2003 PICNIC THIS MONTH!
Mark your calendar for June 21st. 2003 Picnic Invitation
DENVER METRO POM CLUB COMING TO THE PICNIC!
Thanks to the Denver Metro Pom Club, the picnic may come off after all. With other things going on, and no help, it was questionable whether Kenny and I could pull off a picnic this year. A call to the Pom Club assured us much needed assistance in planning and new ideas, so we are looking forward to a great time on Saturday, June 21.
Also, we have a photographer again this year. Heather of "A Time of Your Life Photography", also a Pom owner, will be on hand for a photo shoot for those that want to participate.
Be there or Be Square!
RESCUE OF THE MONTH:
Thumper: is about 7 months old and has a heart condition that is not operable. She should live another 4-6 years with proper care and medication. She is desperately in need of a home at sea level to take the stress off of her heart. She doesn't have any clue she is sick, and acts all puppy. She is a cuddle bug and loves everyone she meets. If you have a big heart, and lots of love to give, if even for a short time, Thumper will give back to you 10 fold. We adore her, and would keep her here, however our vet says she needs to go to to a lower altitude for her future survival. Someone with medical back ground would be best for her needs. Her medication costs are very minimal, but she must have medication twice per day.
For further information on rescues available visit our website: Adoption!
Are you ready for
Summer? 
Princess is ready and heading out on her first evening cruise of the summer.
Don't worry, she has a life jacket.
Submitted by Hu-dad: Phil
The Creation story as told by Snoopy
On the first day, God created the dog.
On the second day, God created man to serve the dog.
On the third day, God created all
the animals of the
earth to serve as potential food for the dog.
On the fourth day, God created
honest toil so that man
could labour for the good of the dog.
On the fifth day, God created the
tennis ball so that the
dog might or might not retrieve it.
On the sixth day, God created
veterinary science to
keep the dog happy and the man broke.
On the seventh day, God tried to
rest, but he had to
walk the dog.
CAROL LEE, OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS HAS GENEROUSLY DONATED
THESE LOVELY EARRINGS,
FOR OUR RESCUE EFFORTS:
Sterling silver designer earrings set
with black opals from Australia. These earrings are this months donation to the
Bichon Frise Rescue Ranch. All proceeds go to them. Click on the link below
and check out the ranch.
$128.00
IF INTERESTED IN PURCHASING, SHE CAN BE REACHED FROM HER WEBSITE LINK. www.jewelrybycarollee.com
Visit her website to see some darling Bichon Pictures as well as some elegant jewelry. And you can see what she has donated to date to help our rescue efforts!
PHOTO OF THE MONTH:
"TUCKERS FIRST HAIR CUT". Here at 7 months...what a doll!!
Proudly Submitted by Hu-Mom: Pammy of CA
We got a great deal on some of these absolutely darling couches in an assortment
of colors, that are perfect for a dog, cat or even small child to sit on.
If interested in obtaining one give us a ring. We love them all!
Shadow the Cat with Buffy sharing a nap
WHERE DO PETS COME FROM?
It is reported
that the following edition of the Book of Genesis
was discovered in the Dead Seal Scrolls. If authentic, it would
shed light on the question, "Where do pets come from?"
And Adam said,
"Lord, when I was in the garden, you walked
with me everyday. Now I do not see you anymore. I am
lonesome here and it is difficult for me to remember how much
you love me."
And God said,
"No problem! I will create a companion for you
that will be with you forever and who will be a reflection of my
love for you, so that you will know I love you, even when you
cannot see me. Regardless of how selfish and childish and
unlovable you may be, this new companion will accept you as you
are and will love you as I do, in spite of yourself."
And God created
a new animal to be a companion for Adam.
And it was a good animal. And God was pleased.
And the new
animal was pleased to be with Adam and he wagged
his tail. And Adam said, "But Lord, I have already named all the
animals in the Kingdom and all the good names are taken and I
cannot think of a name for this new animal."
And God said,
"No problem! Because I have created this new
animal to be a reflection of my love for you, his name will be a
reflection of my own name, and you will call him DOG."
And Dog lived
with Adam and was a companion to him and loved
him. And Adam was comforted. And God was pleased. And Dog
was content and wagged his tail.
After a while,
it came to pass that Adam's guardian angel came to
the Lord and said, "Lord, Adam has become filled with pride. He
struts and preens like a peacock and he believes he is worthy of
adoration. Dog has indeed taught him that he is loved, but no one
has taught him humility."
And the Lord
said, "No problem! I will create for him a companion
who will be with him forever and who will see him as he is. The
companion will remind him of his limitations, so he will know that he
is not always worthy of adoration."
And God created
CAT to be a companion to Adam. And Cat
would not obey Adam. And when Adam gazed into Cat's eyes, he
was reminded that he was not the supreme being. And Adam
learned humility.
And God was
pleased. And Adam was greatly improved.
And Cat did not care one way or the other.
Thanks for tuning in to our Newsletter.
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Email: BichonsOnly@aol.com
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Get Away and Rescue Ranch, 1979 Carlson Rd., Parker, CO
80138
May 2003
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RESCUE OF THE MONTH:
"Lovely Lucy" is a 1 year old female Bichon with an excitement piddle
problem. She is just a love, and enjoys playing with all the doggies here
at the ranch. She has done much better now that she has so much to keep
her busy all day, and would do best in a household where she has time to mature
and work on her problem.
For further information on rescues available visit our website: Adoption!
“Bichons are like potato chips...you can't stop at one"
Sweet Suites:
Our dream of theme suites is
finally complete! Kenny has been working round the clock to keep his
"little woman" (me) happy by constructing the long awaited bedroom suites for
our "guests" Please visit our webpage
THEME SUITES to see it from beginning to end.
We are very proud of our facility and hope you will like what you see!
Animal Planet and Stephanie Riggs...you got to come back for a visit!
Bichons are like
tics...they get under your skin.
2003 PICNIC ONLY A MONTH AWAY!...
Mark your calendar for June 21st. 2003 Picnic Invitation
Last year we had 84 registered "guests" of the 4 legged kind. We don't count 2 legged ones. Hopefully it will be just as big and fun again this year.
DONATIONS NEEDED...no, not money, STUFF!!
We are looking for various items to "raffle-off" both for the upcoming picnic. If you have an item you would like to donate to the cause, please feel free to do so!
So far, we've gotten two terrific beds from one of our internet vendors, and a gift certificate for the Red Lobster or for the Olive Garden.
POM CLUB COMING TO THE PICNIC!
Since we have been active in Pom Rescue for the past couple years, and are now active in placing Pomeranian Puppies with Sherry, ( www.fuzzypups.com ) we extended our picnic invitation to the local Pomeranian club. So please welcome all the colored fluffs that come to join the party this year.
Every
day you should reach out and touch someone.
People love a
warm hug, or just a friendly pat on the back.
We continue to get rescues from
the area Shelters and are in need of drivers. Please if you can spare an
afternoon to pick up a rescue for us, let us know! "Killer"
pictured here with Kenny was given to us by the Colorado Springs shelter as he
was absolutely terrified to be there. Darling hubby had him cuddling up in
no time, and now he is our best buddy and gets carried around lots.
Thanks to Larry, Barb and Chris for driving to Colorado Springs and Longmont for us this past month!
CAROL LEE, OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS HAS GENEROUSLY DONATED
THESE LOVELY EARRINGS,
FOR OUR RESCUE EFFORTS:
Sterling silver designer earrings set
with black opals from Australia. These earrings are this months donation to the
Bichon Frise Rescue Ranch. All proceeds go to them. Click on the link below
and check out the ranch. $128.00
IF INTERESTED IN PURCHASING, SHE CAN BE REACHED FROM HER WEBSITE LINK. www.jewelrybycarollee.com
Visit
her website to see some darling Bichon Pictures as well as some elegant
jewelry. And you can see what she has donated to date to help our rescue
efforts!
A special thanks to Jim and Myka for supporting the rescue
ranch. They purchased this pair of earrings for Jim's mom for her birthday.
PHOTO OF THE MONTH:
"while
making tie fleece blankies...I
put them on the coach and where did the 4 fluffers go????to the coach to be with
the blankies.....my little helpers
left to right:
Angel Bebe, Teddy, BellaMia and HalleBerre
"
"Clark's Bark Avenue Bichon's"
Lakeside, Oregon
Bichons are like Jaguar and Mercedes...they are not for everyone, but great
for those with discerning taste.
SUMMER FUN!
If your kids are driving you nuts, and
you've done the Eliches, Water World and other misc. things to do in Colorado
while on your summer vacation...Keep us in mind. Send them for the day and
we'll put them to work (fun stuff) and benefit the dogs at the same time.
Here's Brooke with little Maddie the Bich-Tzu. She
comes up Saturday
mornings all the way from Colorado Springs to give a hand.
Unfortunately, they are moving so we'll loose her great help.
LOSS OF A DOG
If you've ever known the joyful sound
Of barks that fill the air-
A sloppy kiss, a friendly paw,
A quiet adoring stare-
If you've ever had a special friend
To share a tear or two,
Or maybe just a wagging tail
To lift you when you're blue-
If you've ever felt the wrenching pain
That only death can send,
Then you have lost
Not just a dog-
You've truly lost a friend.
But God is good and treasures love
And there at Heaven's gate-
A sloppy kiss, a joyful bark-
Your precious friend awaits.
--dedicated to all those who have lost their loved ones in the past months--
Thanks for tuning in to our Newsletter.
The Knight Family (720) 851-1671
Email: BichonsOnly@aol.com
Graphics Courtesy of Mimi's Bichonland and Gail, at www.bichonrescue.com
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80138
May 2003
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RESCUE OF THE MONTH:
"Lovely Lucy" is a 1 year old female Bichon with an excitement piddle
problem. She is just a love, and enjoys playing with all the doggies here
at the ranch. She has done much better now that she has so much to keep
her busy all day, and would do best in a household where she has time to mature
and work on her problem.
For further information on rescues available visit our website: Adoption!
“Bichons are like potato chips...you can't stop at one"
Sweet Suites:
Our dream of theme suites is
finally complete! Kenny has been working round the clock to keep his
"little woman" (me) happy by constructing the long awaited bedroom suites for
our "guests" Please visit our webpage
THEME SUITES to see it from beginning to end.
We are very proud of our facility and hope you will like what you see!
Animal Planet and Stephanie Riggs...you got to come back for a visit!
Bichons are like
tics...they get under your skin.
2003 PICNIC ONLY A MONTH AWAY!...
Mark your calendar for June 21st. 2003 Picnic Invitation
Last year we had 84 registered "guests" of the 4 legged kind. We don't count 2 legged ones. Hopefully it will be just as big and fun again this year.
DONATIONS NEEDED...no, not money, STUFF!!
We are looking for various items to "raffle-off" both for the upcoming picnic. If you have an item you would like to donate to the cause, please feel free to do so!
So far, we've gotten two terrific beds from one of our internet vendors, and a gift certificate for the Red Lobster or for the Olive Garden.
POM CLUB COMING TO THE PICNIC!
Since we have been active in Pom Rescue for the past couple years, and are now active in placing Pomeranian Puppies with Sherry, ( www.fuzzypups.com ) we extended our picnic invitation to the local Pomeranian club. So please welcome all the colored fluffs that come to join the party this year.
Every
day you should reach out and touch someone.
People love a
warm hug, or just a friendly pat on the back.
We continue to get rescues from
the area Shelters and are in need of drivers. Please if you can spare an
afternoon to pick up a rescue for us, let us know! "Killer"
pictured here with Kenny was given to us by the Colorado Springs shelter as he
was absolutely terrified to be there. Darling hubby had him cuddling up in
no time, and now he is our best buddy and gets carried around lots.
Thanks to Larry, Barb and Chris for driving to Colorado Springs and Longmont for us this past month!
CAROL LEE, OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS HAS GENEROUSLY DONATED
THESE LOVELY EARRINGS,
FOR OUR RESCUE EFFORTS:
Sterling silver designer earrings set
with black opals from Australia. These earrings are this months donation to the
Bichon Frise Rescue Ranch. All proceeds go to them. Click on the link below
and check out the ranch. $128.00
IF INTERESTED IN PURCHASING, SHE CAN BE REACHED FROM HER WEBSITE LINK. www.jewelrybycarollee.com
Visit
her website to see some darling Bichon Pictures as well as some elegant
jewelry. And you can see what she has donated to date to help our rescue
efforts!
A special thanks to Jim and Myka for supporting the rescue
ranch. They purchased this pair of earrings for Jim's mom for her birthday.
PHOTO OF THE MONTH:
"while
making tie fleece blankies...I
put them on the coach and where did the 4 fluffers go????to the coach to be with
the blankies.....my little helpers
left to right:
Angel Bebe, Teddy, BellaMia and HalleBerre
"
"Clark's Bark Avenue Bichon's"
Lakeside, Oregon
Bichons are like Jaguar and Mercedes...they are not for everyone, but great
for those with discerning taste.
LOSS OF A DOG
If you've ever known the joyful sound
Of barks that fill the air-
A sloppy kiss, a friendly paw,
A quiet adoring stare-
If you've ever had a special friend
To share a tear or two,
Or maybe just a wagging tail
To lift you when you're blue-
If you've ever felt the wrenching pain
That only death can send,
Then you have lost
Not just a dog-
You've truly lost a friend.
But God is good and treasures love
And there at Heaven's gate-
A sloppy kiss, a joyful bark-
Your precious friend awaits.
--dedicated to all those who have lost their loved ones in the past months--
Thanks for tuning in to our Newsletter.
The Knight Family (720) 851-1671
Email: BichonsOnly@aol.com
Graphics Courtesy of Mimi's Bichonland and Gail, at www.bichonrescue.com
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PHOTO OF THE MONTH:
Zack taking it easy in one of the beds for our new "suites". Currently
under construction and due for completion this month.
“Dogs are our link to paradise. They don't know evil or jealousy or discontent.
To sit with a dog on a hillside on a glorious
afternoon is to be back in Eden, where doing nothing was not boring, it was
peace.” Milan Kundera
2003 PICNIC ARRANGEMENTS IN THE WORKS...Mark your calendar for the 3rd Saturday in June*. 2003 Picnic Invitation
DONATIONS NEEDED...no, not money, STUFF!!
We are looking for various items to "raffle-off" both for the upcoming picnic. If you have an item you would like to donate to the cause, please feel free to do so!
We got two terrific beds from one of our internet vendors! Can't wait for everyone to see them.
Yoyo adopted 3/27/03
We continue to get rescues from the Colorado Springs Shelter and are in need of drivers. Please if you can spare an afternoon to pick up a rescue for us, let us know!
~~by Cyndi, Spunky's adopted "Mom"~~
Dedicated to Spunky, lost to us 3/24/03
What I learned from Spunky/Bo
~ Keep on lovin' gil you can't no more
~ Be kind to everybody
~ Bloom where you're planted
~ Relationships are about quality & connection - not about length of time.
~ God and animals know what's best: humans usually need more help.
~ It's okay to trust the kindness of strangers
~ God works through animals to help people, and through people to help animals.
SPRING
BREAK...WAS
AWESOME! THE 2003 BLIZZARD DID NOT WORRY
ANY OF THE "GUESTS" WE HAD ON HAND, EVEN THO WE WERE AT A COMPLETE STAND-STILL.
OUR ONE BACK DOOR WAS STILL HALF FULL OF SNOW AS OF THE WRITING OF THIS
NEWSLETTER.
CAROL LEE, OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS HAS GENEROUSLY DONATED
THESE LOVELY EARRINGS,
FOR OUR RESCUE EFFORTS:
Designer turquoise sterling silver
earrings. All
proceeds for this pair of earrings will go to the Bichon Rescue Ranch in Parker
Colorado.
$100.00
Visit
her website www.jewelrybycarollee.com
to see some darling Bichon
pictures as well as some elegant
jewelry. And you can see what she has donated to date to help our rescue
efforts!
“He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog.
You are his life, his love, his leader.
He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart.
You owe it to him to be worthy of such devotion.”
MAGGIE HARD AT WORK.
NEW WEBSITE! PLEASE VISIT www.Fuzzypups.com FOR THE LATEST IN OUR PUPPY WORLD.
Thanks for tuning in to our Newsletter.
The Knight Family (720) 851-1671
Email: BichonsOnly@aol.com
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PHOTO OF THE MONTH:
Taken from Jeannies website: www.1barkavenue.com She is the one making our wonderful sweat/t-shirts!
January
- February We placed 32 rescues!
RESCUES 2003 ADOPTED INTO NEW HOMES
If you are looking to donate any funds to a worthy cause...now is the time to
consider the Bichon Frise Rescue Ranch, Inc. BFRR
is a 501c3 Corp. so donations are tax-deductible.
Thank
you PetLine 9 and PetsMart for helping us place all these needy pets in new
forever homes
PETSMART SANTA PROGRAM, netted the Rescue Ranch $785.00!!! received this month!
Again, many MANY thanks to those who made this possible!
LOOKING FOR A GROOMER? JANAE
HAS A NEW PLACE IN CASTLE ROCK AND IS LOOKING TO BUILD UP GROOMING
CLIENTS. IF YOU WOULD BE INTERESTED IN HAVING HER GROOM YOUR PET, SHE CAN
BE REACHED AT: (720) 353-6521
Inner
Strength
If you can start the day without caffeine
or pep pills,
If you can be cheerful, ignoring aches and pains,
If you can resist complaining and boring people with your troubles,
If you can eat the same food everyday and be grateful for it,
If you can understand when loved ones are too busy to give you time,
If you can overlook when people take things out on you when,
through no fault of yours, something goes wrong,
If you can take criticism and blame without resentment,
If you can face the world without lies and deceit,
If you can conquer tension without medical help,
If you can relax without liquor,
If you can sleep without the aid of drugs,
If you can do all these things, ...
Then you are probably the family dog.
Abigail had a Kodak moment with Dotti & Gidget
Photo courtesy of proud Grandma-Pat Huber
2003 PICNIC ARRANGEMENTS IN THE WORKS...Mark your calendar for the 3rd Saturday in June*. 2003 Picnic Invitation
DONATIONS NEEDED...no, not money, STUFF!!
We are looking for various items to "raffle-off" both on our monthly raffle, and for the upcoming picnic. If you have an item you would like to donate to the cause, please feel free to do so!
We'll start it off with a $40 gift certificate for the Red Lobster! And maybe our good friends from KYGO will donate a signed CD from some country western star?!?
Sophie Hanlon, and her grandkids are our models for the sweatshirts.
Bichon Frise Merchandise.
Are they not just darlimg?
DOG
THEFT ALERT!
Besides the much media-pressed theft of the puppies from someone's house, we have been notified of 3 dogs that have been stolen from either cars or back yards. In all instances the pets were left un-attended for 15 minutes or less. Please be careful if you are leaving your pets unattended. It may not be worth the risk.
Our
hearts go out to some very dear clients this month. 3 of our senior
boarders passed on, and we are very saddened by their loss. Chad, our
darling 3 legged P**dle was 18, and Maddie and Sebastian, whom you may remember
from last years picnic, also left for the Rainbow Bridge...
FEATURED RESCUE OF THE MONTH: Yoyo. HE IS A 6-7 YEAR OLD MINIATURE APRICOT P**DLE WHO IS AN ABSOLUTE HEART BREAKER. HE IS ONLY ABOUT 4 POUNDS AND LOVES TO SIT IN YOUR LAP ALL DAY, AND WOULD BE A GREAT PET FOR SOMEONE WITH LOVE TO SHARE. HE ALSO DANCES AND SINGS, ACCORDING TO HIS OLD OWNER. FOR FURTHER DETAILS AND A COMPLETE LIST OF RESCUES NEEDING HOMES, VISIT OUR Adoption! PAGE.
Special thanks to Leanna, who has been spending her weekends helping us out with that x-tra pair of hands we have been short...she just loves all these guys!
SPRING
BREAK...IS IN MARCH, SO IF YOU ARE PLANNING ON TRAVELING,
PLEASE CALL SOON FOR RESERVATIONS.
CAROL LEE, OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS HAS GENEROUSLY DONATED
THESE LOVELY EARRINGS,
FOR OUR RESCUE EFFORTS:
Designer turquoise sterling silver
earrings. All
proceeds for this pair of earrings will go to the Bichon Rescue Ranch in Parker
Colorado. $100.00
IF INTERESTED IN PURCHASING, SHE CAN BE REACHED FROM HER WEBSITE LINK. www.jewelrybycarollee.com
Visit her website to see some darling Bichon Pictures as well as some elegant jewelry. And you can see what she has donated to date to help our rescue efforts!
And this...
is MY new wedding band! Kenny and I celebrate our 21 years together soon,
and this is what I bought myself. Thanks Carol! Make sure you all
go, oooo, ahhhh when you see me next.
CAN YOU LOVE ME LIKE MY DOG?
* Smother me with kisses each time I enter the room,even tho I've only been gone for 30 seconds.
Forgive anything and never hold a grudge,especially when it's my fault?
Whimper and whine when we're apart?
Beg for my attention?
Bump into doorways and walls in your rush to greet me?
Never change how you feel about me?
Always be thrilled to go on a drive or run an errand, as long as it's with me?
Follow me anywhere?
Answer the door prepared to defend me from strangers and people in uniform?
Feel okay if you lost your hair?
Be interested in meeting new people, but always come back to me?
Pant for me?
Always think I look good, no matter what I have on?
If you can do this, and more, you have an unconditional love for me,
Even tho I am unworthy.
~Unknown Author~
Thanks for tuning in to our Newsletter.
The Knight Family (720) 851-1671
Email: BichonsOnly@aol.com
Graphics Courtesy of Mimi's Bichonland and Gail, at www.bichonrescue.com
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