More Cats - Kavanagh Kittens

Happy Holidays!

I haven't been doing much dog rescue lately...but I have turned into the CAT WHISPERER! I can't turn my back on any animal...and these kittens are no exception. I recently moved to Baltimore County and my new neighbors left their cat behind. I knew she recently had a litter but I did not know they left the babies there too! Animal Control has not been able to get them yet but I have been feeding them. For a few weeks I only thought there were 2 kittens but a new one has appeared now that they are at the exploring age. I estimate them to be about 10 weeks but I am not an expert! They have shelter as they can get in and out of the house and there is a screened porch. They are fed regulary by myself and a neighbor.

I am looking for foster homes for the kittens and mother. I would like to catch them, have them checked out by a vet and fixed. They are all brown tabbies...but the latest kitten to appear has a very beautiful pattern. I will get betters pics soon. I am still gaining the little one's trust. I can not take them in but I would in a heartbeat if I could.

If anyone is in the position to help, please feel free to contact me. I have a ChipIn page for the kittens, a paypal account or you can donate directly to my vet. See below for details.

I will update the blog soon with pictures and video so stay tuned!

Show Your Soft Side

Athletes, mayor launch anti-animal abuse campaign

Posted: 10:11 AMLast Updated: 5 hours and 20 minutes ago
BALTIMORE - Baltimore Oriole Adam Jones and fighter John Rallo are joining Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake to launch an ad campaign against animal abuse.
They will launch the "Show Your Soft Side" campaign outside City Hall on Thursday morning. The campaign shows athletes, including Jones, Rallo and Ravens linebacker Jarret Johnson, showing their pets some love with the message "Only a punk would hurt a cat or dog." There are also a public service messages for radio.
The campaign was one of the recommendations included in a report from animal cruelty task force created after a series of highly publicized animal cruelty cases, including a pit bull puppy set on fire.
(Copyright 2011 by The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved.)

Read more: http://www.abc2news.com/dpp/news/region/baltimore_city/athletes%2C-mayor-launch-anti-animal-abuse-campaign#ixzz1ZN8UyQu4

Dundalk Cats - Update 9.21.2011

Hello there. I just wanted to update everyone on the status of the cat situation in Dundalk. I have been offline and haven't had a chance to post new information. The original link was pretty vague since I didn't have much time. You can see it on the blog here: http://ebbrr.blogspot.com/2011/07/here-kitty-kitty-kitty.html


We are helping a senior woman place over 40+ cats. When we were first posted about the cats we thought there were 20 cats in need but there were many more. We are not a cat rescue, but we were asked to help and will do what we can to save as many as possible before they end up at animal control. The woman is overwhelmed and the cost of maintaining the cats has caused a strain financially and emotionally.

The cats that I will be listing on our new petfinder page are friendly and highly adoptable cats. None of these cats have been outside cats they are all inside cats. There are other cats that are feral in the home. We are looking into special homing for them but the difficult decision might be made to euthanize them as they are absolutely feral "indoor" cats.

We have been vetting and fixing as many cats as we can but we don't have the finances to do them all and the breeding cycle is non-stop. Currently there are three nursing mothers and 15 unweaned kittens. The cats are aged 3 weeks to 13 years old. They are well socialized and friendly cats but with this many cats in one home upper respiratory infections are common and of course a lot of inbreeding. We have contacted the Feralstat company about their brand of feline birth control but they said they are not able to issue any new prescriptions at this time and to check back next month.

Homes were found for Frick & Frack(brothers), Raven, and Princess. Out of the last four we had spayed, three were pregnant. If we would not have chosen them there would be 6 nursing litters RIGHT NOW! These cats have no were to go. Rescues are full and animal control can take all the cats at one time but their prognosis is not good because they will overwhelm the shelter. We want to help place as many as possible in good homes vetted and altered.

Please help if you can by fostering, networking or donations if possible. WE ARE DESPERATE FOR FOSTER HOMES so that we can wean this colony down to a manageable number. Foster homes are responsible for food but all vetwork will be provided by EBBRR. Email Michelle at mdebbrr@yahoo.com if you can help.


PLEASE SEE BELOW IF YOU CAN HELP!

If you can help with cat food, cat litter, collars, or supplies please email Michelle at mdebbrr@yahoo.com to make pick up arrangements. ANY HELP IS APPRECIATED.

Monetary donations are accepted through our veterinarian at:

Light Street Animal Hospital
1601 Light Street
Baltimore, MD 21230-4916
(410)547-8385

Account is under Michelle McDonald/EBBRR.

Use our ChipIn Page:

Here Kitty, Kitty, Kitty.....

Here Kitty, Kitty, Kitty.

We know we are a dog rescue... but hey lets don't discriminate when it comes to furbabies needing help. We are assisting an elderly woman rehome over 20 cats. We are networking with cat rescues in the area but like us foster homes and funding are hard to come by. If you would like to help by fostering, networking, or financially please contact us.

The cats range in ages from 12 weeks to 13 years. We are working on making sure everyone is spayed and neutered to avoid any more litters!

Please contact Michelle at mdebbrr@yahoo.com for more information.

Starr - Medical Foster Needed ASAP

Before & After Pics - More Pics to Come

Starr is located at The Baltimore Humane Society..
Baltimore Humane Society
1601 Nicodemus Road
Reisterstown, MD 21136
410-833-8848

Starr was turned into BARCS with bilateral cherry eyes because her family thought she was ugly. She was 10 months old at the time and had been raised around other small children in the house. Jen, her guardian Angel, swooped in and fostered Starr the next day because she wanted to get her eyes fixed. She didn't know that cherry eye isn't painful, but boy did it look like it was.

Jen fostered her and had her vet send a request over to Janet Isherwood for surgery. Starr did great and needed 2 weeks of quiet before going to a forever home. Starr is such a puppy! Rambunctious and fun and silly and waggy and licky! She had an adoption application and the person looked like a good candidate. BARCS had originally thought Starr was 2, but her teeth were brand, spanking new. The adopter's dogs got along great with Starr, and the adopter was really excited that Starr was as young as she is. A week later, the adopter says she wants to return Starr because she was too much of a puppy. Apparently, the adopter failed to mention that she had 2 small children and an infant in the home. Starr is great with kids, but she doesn't have a really good off switch. Adopter couldn't redirect Starr, and Starr came back to BARCS. She then came back to Jen's vet for boarding until she could find a home for her.

Baltimore Humane Society told BARCS they would take Starr. They thought she would love the wide open spaces and swimming pool and such. It was thought that the cherry eye was returning. She did have another surgery, and then another surgery.

One of the gals who works at Towson Vet was trying to take some pictures of Starr. There is only one, because, despite her cone on and after effects of anesthesia, she was a total wiggle butt and all the other pictures were blurry. She called Jen to tell her that BHS recommended medical fostering for Starr until her eye really heals. She needs to be in a laid back environment where she won't play or run or be her puppy self for about 3 weeks.

Her Guardian Angel loves this dog and she wants to follow it through to the end, ensuring she gets a forever home. Starr is still under her Angel's watch. She is about 15 months old now, but you'd never know it. She is great with dogs, cats, kids, adults, men, women, everything. She was interested in cats when I had her for walks and stuff, but I found her to be very easy to redirect. She does need mental stimulation. She needs her mind to be exhausted so she can physically rest.

If you can think you can take Starr on as a guest for about 3 weeks, please email Michelle at mdebbrr@yahoo.com and we will put you in contact with the shelter.

I Never

WOW...some days when you are ready to throw in the rescue towel...someone amazing makes you think twice. I have been blessed working along with many great people that want the best for the animals in our community. I received a wonderful email this week, that I kept reading over and over. Then I asked if I could share it....

I met Jen saving Jelly Belly..... a 102lb pit bull. She is now right where she should be in a loving home and half her weight!


Shortly after Jen saved Raven...and the rest is history!

Subject: I never properly thanked you.


Dear Michelle,

It occurred to me today, that I never actually sat down to write you a note of thanks for helping me help the dogs at BARCS. Today was Kat Knauff's last day there, and she and I stumbled down memory lane. One of the things we laughed about was the use and overuse of the same name for the animals. There was Jelly Belly the emaciated dog, and Jelly Belly the way overweight dog. It seemed so funny to use the same name on two totally different shaped dogs.

Jelly Belly the emaciated dog went to rescue right away. It seems as though there is always space for a super thin dog because they have no energy and are so listless. Unfortunately, Jelly Belly the curvy dog was not so lucky. I had offered to pay for medical boarding for JB so she could get a full physical to determine if she was healthy overall. BARCS would be able to adopt her out later. Kat thought that was a great idea but reminded me that I had to have a rescue pull her in order for me to "foster" her medical care. Kat suggested that I contact you.

I believe I started our conversation rambling "Hi Michelle, my name is Jen and Kat from BARCS gave me your number to see if you and I could work together to save a dog." You heard the words Kat and BARCS, and you gave me your full attention. Without knowing me if you fell over me, you trusted me and my commitment to the dogs at BARCS and agreed to pull Jelly Belly and take her to the vet and then find a forever home for her. OMG! I could not believe what a load you took off of my heart and shoulders at that moment. You and I talked and emailed and stayed in touch throughout JB's care, and it was, and continues to be, a wonderful relationship.

I called you a couple of other times for dogs at BARCS, but those dogs were either adopted or found a different rescue before you could call Kat. And then there was Raven. I swooped into BARCS when it was clear broken legged Raven was not going to be rescued. It was October and rescue funds were completely dried up. She was going to be humanely euthanized. I told Kat that I was on my way to BARCS to get Raven and for her to figure out how I was going to take her without a rescue being involved. I became Raven's foster. I took her to my vet and had her broken leg x-rayed and splinted. She was in otherwise perfect health, so Raven would just need to come to the vet once a week for five weeks to get her splint changed. I put a plea out on facebook. Kat put a plea out on emails. No one responded, and then I called you. I believe I started that conversation with "I have another dog for us to save."

I explained that Raven's leg would be paid for by me and that she needed quiet. I had brought her home with me for a weekend, and she growled at the other dogs and my kids. I told you that when you asked if she was reactive. It never occurred to me to lie. We did so well together with Jelly Belly, I felt I could give you full disclosure. I may have been begging for you to take her at that point. And then you did something no one else did. Instead of ignoring the email and facebook pleas for help, you told me the truth.

You had the guts to tell me what no other rescue would: Raven was a long shot. She was reactive and growly, and it was very possible that she was going to need a lot of training and socialization. You told me that Raven was a huge risk to take on because the time it took to rehabilitate her may be the same amount of time to work with five other dogs with less issues. In other words, it was a numbers problem. No rescue could afford to take the financial or moral risk to work with her.

That really, really pissed me off. I saved this dog from being euthanized so she could be euthanized after her leg was repaired? Not a chance! I wasn't mad at you, although, I'm sure my tone of voice changed significantly when you told me that; I was mad at the sheer numbers of dogs that are out there that need our help. We are euthanizing the wrong species. Dogs didn't ask to be over bred and uncared for.

I then did what everyone knew but me; I adopted Raven. She is the funniest, cutest, most maddening, intelligent dog I've ever had the pleasure to be owned by. I became a foster failure. I was worried and told Kat that adopting Raven meant not helping other dogs as much. Her leg rebroke twice and she drained me financially. I could have helped 20 dogs with what I spent on her medical bills. Kat gave me her blessing.

I want to thank you for being there for me when I called you out of the blue about Jelly Belly and a couple of other dogs. You didn't hesitate to help me. When I asked you to help me with Raven, you said no and told me why. I have such a great appreciation for your honesty. I know Raven's story would have ended differently if you didn't return my calls.

So, we've worked on two dogs from start to finish, and we continue to update each other on our success stories. You and I have made a difference together, and it is a privilege to "know" you and work with you.
I know in my heart of hearts that any dog I ask you to help me with will get 100% of your attention. You are a blessing.

With profound respect,

Jen Carle

This is Raven!

Gizmo & Omega May 2011

URGENT: HOME NEEDED FOR TWO DOGS - CONTACT MICHELLE IF INTERESTED IN FOSTERING OR ADOPTING GIZMO AND/OR OMEGA

Gizmo (White and Brindle) and Omega (Black with white chest and socks) are looking for a home together or seperately. Their family is going through a divorce, a move and a new baby. Sadly Gizmo and Omega need to be rehomed. Gizmo was adopted by this family 5-6 years ago. Omega was adopted from BARCS about 4.5 years ago.

Both dogs are up to date on shots and spayed/neutered. Gizmo does well with Omega but he does not do well with other dogs. Omega is fine with other dogs. Both have lived or been around small animals. (birds, ferretts, cats)

Please contact Michelle if interested in fostering or adopting!!! Michelle at mdebbrr@yahoo.com

Clarice Available March 2011

***Clarice was adopted on 4/13/2011 - Updates to follow soon!***

This beautiful pup is Clarice. She is an American Bulldog/Pit Bull Mix. Clarice was born around 11/1/10. Last weigh in she was around 26lbs. She is crate tained and housebroken.

Clarice is your typical pup, very playful, wants to play fetch, she even gives her paw for treats. Clarice is looking for a family to grow old with. Please email Michelle if you think you are the one for her!

Clarice is up to date on shots and on heartworm medicine. She will be spayed and microchipped shortly. Please email Michelle for details.

Mica Still Looking for a Home or Foster

Mica is such an eager student! She is looking for a foster or forever home that has the time and "energy" to keep up with her. She has a lot of energy and we think she will ROCK at obedience school or agility!

Please check out her link here:Mica

Website Issues

Hello all....we are having technical difficulties with our websites... we are working on getting them fixed. Please check back later... Email Michelle with any questions, mdebbrr@yahoo.com

www.ebbrr.com and www.ebbrr.org

Mica - Available for Adoption

**Mica is currently being listed as courtesy listing. Mica met with our trainer who gave her a great report.**


Here is what Mica's rescuer, Maddy has to say about her!

Mica is nearly a year old APBT. She was found wandering the streets of Baltimore in bad condition. Efforts to find her owners were unsuccessful. I've been fostering Mica for a couple months now. She is a great little dog with much drive and spunk. She is incredibly smart and will work for anything so long as its food-dry kibble will have her doing back flips for you! She is very human motivated, and very concerned about what her human thinks of her. She wants to please so badly!

Mica is spayed and up to date on shots. She has a mild heart murmur which will most likely cause her no trouble. She is 41 pounds. She has displayed some allergies to beef.

Mica is great with new people she is meeting in her own home, though bashful with strangers outside of the house. She is still learning that the outside world isn't such a scary place, and a little bit of hot dog on walks is helping her learn this. Mica loves all people and with a gentle and strong hand she will blossom into a confident dog.


Mica is house trained and crate trained. She does not chew so long as she as appropriate toys are provided. She has also learned that baby gates are boundaries to be obeyed. She knows basic commands and is a good listener, though does need some work on leash walking (she's not a big puller, but she only has two speeds-fast walk and stop). She has a huge potential in obedience. Mica is always thinking outside the box to work for you. Just the other day I had her lay down and when I called her to me, she crawled across the floor on her belly because she didn't want to break her down!


Mica would do best as an only dog. She has little personal boundaries with other dogs and will most definitely NOT back down from a scuffle. She is excellent with cats she knows, though she does have prey drive and would probably chase a cat a yard.

Please email Michelle if you would like to learn more about Mica.

Ellie Found A Home

**Oh No! Ellie is not feeling well and going back to the doctors... read down for the updates.**
Look at Miss Skinny Minnie!

01/13/2011
Wow! This year is starting off great! Ellie, formally known as Jelly Belly, has officially been adopted by a wonderful family in MD. I am sure they will send updates to share with her fans on the web!

Pics to come!

01/19/2011
Well I guess we spoke to soon. Ellie has not been herself since her spay surgery. We knew she was in heat during her surgery we did not know she was going through a false pregnancy. She has not been as active as she usually is and started the bad habit of only eating people food. (We had to spoil her during her recovery!! We wanted to make sure she ate something!) So back to the vets she went today and $538.00 later she is back home resting with her family. Let's see if she is back on her feet soon. We will keep you posted!

If you would like to contribute to her veterinary care, please feel free to donate via paypal or our vet office! Details below. Thank you.

1/20/2011
Ellie is feeling better today and was walking around some. She looks a lot better then she did last night. I picked her up so that her family doesn't have to deal with all the "yuckies" that come with taking care of a sick dog. She has a nasty infection going on. We are taking her to our vet, Dr. T, at Light Street Animal Hospital. I think she needs a drain for all this fluid but lets see what the doctor has to say. She will probably stay a night or two but I will let you know tomorrow when I get online to update everyone. We are low on funds, if you would like to help please feel free to contact our veterinarian.

You can donate directly to the Animal Hospital by calling in or stopping by.
Light Street Animal Hospital
1601 Light Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
410-547-8385
Our Account: EBBRR or For Jelly Belly (They love her there!)

You can also donate via paypal by using guardianambull@aol.com or the link below. Any help is appreciated and not expected. Thanks for wishing Ellie good luck!

Ellie Update 2011 (aka Jelly Belly)

Wow, it is 2011! Happy New Year everyone! Ellie, formally Jelly Belly, is doing great in foster care. She is now 75lbs! It is hard to believe she was 102lbs 3 months ago. Ellie is a perfect house dog, I can't believe no one has scooped her up yet.




We spent New Years at the park. Enjoy the pictures of Ellie in all her glory! She told me she wants a tummy tuck when this is all over.... I don't blame her! :)