Monthly Archive: July 2008

Raffle Results, etc.

None of us at Fort Doberdale won the Max 200 raffle. It seems the three people who won all hailed from New York. Hmpf!

At lunch, and still, it was raining. I had to stand out in the rain to entice the Posse to come out to tinkle under the sprinkling heavens. Then I went inside and was followed by most. Luna loves water and was running around enough to entice Lilith to come out and play. I stuffed Kongs with bananas and peanut butter while members of the Posse watched, then I came back to work.

At least my garden is getting watered without my help.

Helen

Raffle Deadline Approaching Fast!

I just got my raffle tickets. Tomorrow is the deadline, at noon! This is where the money for the raffle goes when all is said and done:

“Canine Health Events Inc. is a diverse gathering of dog lovers from across the country who are dedicated to improving the lives and health of dogs. Using normal dog events, we seek to raise money for canine health research both through entry fees and additional fund-raisers, such as raffles, auctions and sponsorships.

CHE is as interested in understanding how to prevent canine diseases as we are in finding cures….”

Helen

Dog Talk Message: Billy Joel Ticket Raffle, Concert Benefits Canine Health

I just got an e-mail from Tracie Hotchner, host of two wonderful pet shows – Cat Chat on Sirius 112 and Dog Talk through NPR.

Here’s the scoop and it’s a delicious one.
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Here’s the info – and the place to go to get tickets. The last raffle tickets sold are ALWAYS the winners – I have no doubt that two lucky DOG TALK® listeners are going to win BOTH pairs of tickets!! Plus I am such a supporter of the folks at Canine Health Events and their tireless efforts to find cures for cancer and other diseases – please read below and CLICK TO BUY!

Love Billy Joel? Tried to get tickets to his NY concerts but found they were sold out in an hour? Don’t want to pay thousands for tickets to see the Piano Man?

OR need more stuff for your dog-crates, treats, toys, agility equipment, obedience jumps? Well, Canine Health Events, Inc. is here to help! Our July Raffles include tickets to Billy Joel’s “Last Play at Shea” concert on July 18 AND a gift certificate from Max 200.

First, we are raffling off TWO pairs of tickets to Billy Joel’s “Last-Play-At-Shea” Concert at 8 PM on Friday, July 18, 2008 at Shea Stadium, Queens, NY. Donated by Fred and Judy Wilpon, this prize will put you in FABULOUS seats to enjoy this exciting final concert at Shea Stadium. See “The Piano Man” himself up close and personal in Section A5, Row 15, Seats 1 & 2 or 3 & 4. This puts you on the field, in the center section, 15 rows from the stage! You might even be sitting with some very famous people.

Second, we are raffling off a $250 gift certificate that is good for anything in Max 200’s catalog. See what they have at www.max200.com

Raffle ticket prices are one ticket for $2, 3 tickets for $5, 8 tickets for $10, 20 tickets for $20 and 60 tickets for $40. Remember, each Billy Joel raffle ticket gives you two chances to win! The drawing will be held on July 14, 2008. All proceeds from this raffle will go to Canine Health Events, Inc. and canine health research. We thank you for supporting us and wish you luck.
To purchase tickets via PayPal, visit www.caninehealthevents.org/raffles.htm#billyjoel To download a flyer and raffle ticket order form, go to www.caninehealthevents.org/jul08orderform.pdf

To get full details about the raffle and concert, go to www.caninehealthevents.org/raffles.htm#billyjoel
If you have any questions, send an e-mail to rosie@caninehealthevents.org
Please help us get the word out by sending this on to anyone who might be interested-there isn’t much time left and every penny raised will go to help our dogs! Even if you can’t participate, one of your friends, co-workers, employees, family members or neighbors might be able to.

Thank you!!!

The Canine Health Events Team,
Gayle Watkins, President
Maggie Lukiewicz, Vice President
Rosie Higdon, Treasurer
Pat McKinney, Secretary

North Carolina’s Underwhelming Response

Wow! I’m underwhelmed with the responses from the e-mail I sent to the 3 representatives of North Carolina government. Here is what I wrote:

Gentlemen:

I received an e-mail with a video about the gassing of homeless pets in death tubes in North Carolina. In a day and age when the more humane way of euthanizing through an injection while the dog is being held as it goes to sleep, muzzled or not, is available, why use such a barbaric method for putting these animals to sleep?

I’m doing my best to spread the word that N.C. is still using this frightening method of euthanasia, and am boycotting anything North Carolinian until the governor initiates state legislation banning gassing and this practice is stopped in favor of what the civilized parts of this great nation is doing, injection as mentioned above.

When I hear anyone mention North Carolina, I will let them know how little that state thinks of God’s creatures to put them through such a horrific death. This is appalling.

Helen Verte
Florida, USA

The two that responded wrote the following:
1. On Thu, Jul 10, 2008 at 5:37 PM, <lebert@nccbi.org> wrote:
Please change my email address from lebert@nccbi.org to lebert@ncchamber.net

2. On Fri, Jul 11, 2008 at 10:03 AM, <governor@ncmail.net> wrote:
Thank you for contacting the office of Governor. We appreciate hearing from you. Your e-mail will be directed to the appropriate individual for a response.

3.  No response from Steve Troxler.

Helen

Carly – Rescue

CARLY

 

Carly

 

“Well, here I am again…
I thought I could train this new pack to my liking but I came on too strong.

 

Birdie writes:
“I came into rescue as “Curly” a month ago through no fault of my own,
and was adopted by some great folks,
who gave me a more fitting name of Carly which I really appreciate. The new folks had several
4-legged family members already and I immediately decided I would show my superior bossiness.
This did not go over too well. My new folks were working with me and I was learning my place,
but in the process I jumped one of the little yappy dogs and they were afraid for their safety.

 


This put me back in rescue, so let me tell you about me.
I am a lovely pure bred 5-year-old Doberlady with all the appendages God gave me. I am a rarity today
I still have my tail. This gives me distinction among other benefits my sponsor can discuss with you.
I am very loving and gentle with 2-legged folks, I will give love and protection to someone
who understands my alpha tendencies and work with me. Take me to obedience class.
I am a very quick learner. Just understand I prefer to be an only kid. I am spayed, up to date on shots,
heartworm negative, my bags are packed and I am ready to come make your home complete.

 

Interested? Then fill out that app and send it in to dobermannrescue@earthlink.net quick.
I will make you proud.
I’m foster in Lee county currently.

Carly ended up staying with her friend, Grommit and her new adopters.