Baltimore Pit Bull Awareness Day 2008

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B-More Dog Celebrates Baltimore’s First Pit Bull Awareness Day

For More Information:

Erin Sullivan, President

bmorepitbull@gmail.com

OR

Pauline Houliaras, Vice President
(410) 276-1284 or (410) 292.3869
doghousegirls@yahoo.com

Oct. 8, 2008

BALTIMORE, MD. – B-More Dog Inc., a new Baltimore-based nonprofit advocating for responsible dog ownership, is pleased to announce that Oct. 25 is the second annual National Pit Bull Awareness Day.

Last year, in light of the negative publicity surrounding pit bulls in our nation, Bless the Bullys, a pit bull rescue and education organization based in Tennessee, created National Pit Bull Awareness Day. This event’s goal is to focus on the pit bulls and their owners who aren’t making the news: Responsible, devoted owners that responsibly care for their dogs and do their best to make sure their dogs are good ambassadors for the breed. Last year, pit bull owners throughout the United States illustrated to the world what a responsible pit bull owner looks like—by holding rallies and seminars, handing out literature, and raising awareness about this misunderstood breed.

This year, B-More Dog encourages responsible pit bull owners in the Baltimore area to celebrate National Pit Bull Awareness Day. Walk your well-behaved dog in your local park or neighborhood. Find out how to certify your dog as a Canine Good Citizen or seek training advice for your rowdy dog. Talk to your local pet store about putting out fliers that explain the myths vs. the facts about pit bulls.

You can also join B-More Dog and help us spread the word about how important it is for all dog owners—particularly owners of pit bulls—to B-More Responsible.

For more information about National Pit Bull Awareness Day, or about B-More Dog, visit www.bmoredog.org or e-mail us at bmoredog@gmail.com

B-More Dog (short for Baltimore Dog Owners Guild) is a new nonprofit formed to promote responsible dog ownership through education and outreach in the Baltimore Metro area, and to enhance the relationships of dogs and their owners by fostering responsible care and stewardship. Although we will assist any breed of dog, our primary focus is to assist owners of pit bull breeds.

Daddie Needs a Home

Meet Daddie! He is a 5-year-old 60-pound Canine Good Citizen Certified American pit bull terrier. His time was up at the local shelter and he was scheduled to be euthanized, but a trainer who holds classes at the shelter saw what a fantastic temperament and sweet personality he has and decided to take him in until a forever home can be found. Daddie is very calm and good-natured. He loves people, and he likes to sit on your feet and give LOTS of kisses. He's great with kids, though he is quite big and clumsy, so homes with young children are not recommended.

He does not like cats, and he is selective about what dogs he will get along with, so a home as an only dog would be best. He was kenneled successfully at the shelter with a compatible female, so a home with the right female dog might be possible for him.

Daddie cannot stay for too long in his foster home, as there are other dogs in the home that don't appreciate his presence. Daddie really just wants to cuddle on the couch, and he doesn't get to do as much of that as he'd like in his foster home, so we'd like to get him into a forever home soon. A home check will be required, and references will be checked. An 8-week training course will be provided and is recommended once Daddie is adopted- both to build your new bond with him as well as to re-earn the Canine Good Citizen as his new owner!

If you're looking for a big, lovable, lug with a sweet personality and easygoing demeanor, Daddie may be your dog! He will make a great family/companion dog.

Daddie is already neutered and up to date on shots. If you're interested in adoption, please fill out the adoption application. Contact Aja at 410-889-9352 or aja@muttmagic.com for additional information.

UPDATES! From Aja, of Mutt Magic:

6/16/08
Since Daddie has been staying here, he has transformed from the lazy boy that walked around the shelter grounds with one of the volunteers. As many may know, shelter life is stressful and dogs often do not show their true colors in a shelter environment. Daddie has turned out to be a silly, goofy, and playful boy whose point it is to make his handler laugh. He is still gentle, handler sensitive, and very responsive to what's requested of him. . .but he's become so much more.


Daddie is required to sit and wait for his meals, and has to give attention before he is released to eat as well. Sometimes he is confused and will "perform," giving his paw in efforts to enjoy his meal faster. I usually humor him, taking his paw in my hand. Daddie has always walked wonderfully on leash, so that is nothing new, but he is also respectful while walking on stairs- he won't run past and accidentally trip you, as some dogs may.

Although he is not able to have much free time here, he definitely finds a way to make me smile every day. He isn't very interested in toys or treats and, until recently, he has been one of those dogs that will save his crate treats (all day) until he has a moment to enjoy them in the presence of someone. However, until recently, he hasn't had a marrow bone!! Daddie had his first raw marrow bone while in my care the other day- he actually looks forward to going back to his crate to enjoy it. Spending a majority of time alone isn't the best for a dog, but he is remaining in good spirits and is even enthusiastic. . .for marrow bone!

UPDATE 7/16/08
Daddie has been here nearly two months now. He is still in good spirits, although is becoming a bit restless, reasonably so. . .maybe it's me becoming restless wanting a home for him. Daddie attended the Mason-Dixon Classic with my dogs and I last month. We were there for a weekend trip. While I was doing photography and spending the weekend outdoors, the dogs were enjoying the weekend outside of the house as well. Yes, we all slept outside for three days!! It was great, and Daddie did fine, even through the crazy thunderstorm that hit us on Saturday night.

Since Daddie has been here a while now and it's been known that he's selective about the dogs he will accept, I decided that it was time to introduce him to my Staffy Bull, Star. Like Daddie, Star does not always get along well with all dogs, and we now know that she doesn't much care for Daddie, either! Daddie did great, however. When she grumbled at him, he responded appropriately and gave her space. Since meeting Star, he has become infatuated with her. Although she doesn't appreciate his advances, he still tries. . .let's give the boy some credit!!

Other notes- Daddie loves to be groomed. He will stand still while being brushed for as long as you can stand to brush him, and he readily gives his paw to clip nails. I prefer to give bones to clean teeth, but he is fine with handling of his mouth as well.

Daddie is already neutered and up to date on shots. If you're interested in adoption, please fill out the adoption application. Contact Aja at 410-889-9352 or aja@muttmagic.com for additional information.

Sophia Needs a Home!

ADOPTED

Meet Sophia!

This sweet little girl was found wandering the streets in Baltimore when a friendly person picked her up and brought her to a local animal hospital. The staff at the hospital fell in love with her sweet disposition but by law they had to turn her over to animal control. She was never claimed by her owner despite the efforts made by the hospital employee's (flyers were put up and she was posted on petfinder as well as crasigslist). When her 5 day hold was up and she was slated to be euthanized she was rescued again by the hospital staff!

Sophia's life was saved and only a week later she helped save another life! She donated blood to a very critical dog, who without her blood, would not be here today! Sophia is estimated to be a year old and is a delight to be around. She does get excited when meeting new people but settles quickly, we are currently teaching her how to greet people without jumping and is responding well to training. She knows how to sit, speak, give paw, and walks well on a leash. She is housebroken and crate trained!! We think she has some pit bull in her but we are not sure what else, she had HUGE ears and has hound dog markings. So far she has been good around every other dog she meets, but we will only place her in a home as the only dog or in a home with another male dog. We are unsure how she is with cats (she was fine at the hospital when cats would swat at her - she just ignored them). We do not know how she is with children and will only place her with older kids.

We have not seen any aggression from this dog, only happy puppy behavior filled with kisses!

When she was rescued she was limping, upon examination (and radiographs) it was determined she has a luxating patella (her knee cap slips out of place). She is no longer limping but this will be surgically corrected when she is spayed. There will be no long term effects from this condition and it should not keep you from wanting to adopt her!

She is up to date on vaccines, heartworm/lymes negative, and dewormed.

For more information on Sophia please email Jayme at disabled due to Sophia has a home!

Pit Bull Shot in Baltimore County, MD

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Hello, Ethical Bull Breed Rescue and Referral, as well as many other pit bull rescues were contacted today about Pepper, the pit bull, shot by multiple times in Baltimore County, MD. We are assisting the owner with financial donations. Please help if you can.On Sunday, April 27, 2008 a pit bull named Pepper was shot multiple times by a neighbor. Pepper, a 1.5 year old pit bull has been darting out the front door. Yesterday while her owner's were not home, she slipped past a friend and out the door she went. They immediately gave chase, only to get about a football field away to come face to face with a man shooting at Pepper. Pepper ran under a truck and the man went under the truck after, I assume to execute her. Somehow they managed to get in between the man and the dog. The man would not let them touch Pepper until the police came. Neighbors and children were crying in the streets. The police came, filed a report and confiscated his gun. Meanwhile Pepper had 3 gunshots to her face and legs and possibly more. Her wounds are being stiched up, and the bleeding controlled but her leg it is unknown if she will need further surgery. They want to give her some time.Pepper was rushed to the ER around 8pm. The pictures attached are GRAPHIC, please do not click the link unless you are prepared to look at them.http://www. flickr. com/photos/56104950@N00/sets/72157604783159904/Pepper's owner came up with $700.00 of the $1600.00 estimate. Actual estimate is between (1100-1600) They have until April 29th, at 2pm to pay the balance. They are afraid they will have to put her down if they do not come up with the money. I have a 1030pm phone appointment with the vet to verify this information and to come up with any ideas on financial assistance for the family.I have had many phone and internet conversations with her owner and I do feel he is sincere in wanting his dog back and making sure she never escapes again. Mutt Magic, Inc.(www. muttmagic. com) has offered a discounted service for them when she is all healed. We sure hope he will consider it.If you can help at all with assisting this family with donations, please contact me at mdebbrr@aol.com for payment instructions.I will be accepting paypal donations for them as well at guardianambull@aol.com.If you choose to make a payment to the hospital directly the information is below. Please email Michelle at mdebbrr@aol.com so we can keep track of donations so the family can update you on Pepper's condition.Pepper is currently at Emergency Veterinary Clinic,Inc 32 Mellor Ave. Baltimore MD 21228 the telephone number is 410-788-7040. We were told it would be ok to make credit card payments via phone but I will know for sure after I speak with the vet tonight. It couldn't hurt to try to make a donation. Their account number is 10548 and the name on the account is Brenda Barbour.The vet is Ayrika White,DVM Please feel free to contact me with any questions.(mdebbrr @ aol. com) no spacesMichelle McDonaldmdebbrr@aol.comEthical Bull Breed Rescue and Referralwww. ebbrr. orgIf you shop online, you can help us by shopping through www. igive. com/ebbrrAny magazine readers out there? Order or renew your subscriptions through, http://www. magfundraising. com/ebbrr and help our rescue!

Pit Bull Shot in Baltimore County, MD

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Hello, Ethical Bull Breed Rescue and Referral, as well as many other pit bull rescues were contacted today about Pepper, the pit bull, shot by multiple times in Baltimore County, MD. We are assisting the owner with financial donations. Please help if you can.On Sunday, April 27, 2008 a pit bull named Pepper was shot multiple times by a neighbor. Pepper, a 1.5 year old pit bull has been darting out the front door. Yesterday while her owner's were not home, she slipped past a friend and out the door she went. They immediately gave chase, only to get about a football field away to come face to face with a man shooting at Pepper. Pepper ran under a truck and the man went under the truck after, I assume to execute her. Somehow they managed to get in between the man and the dog. The man would not let them touch Pepper until the police came. Neighbors and children were crying in the streets. The police came, filed a report and confiscated his gun. Meanwhile Pepper had 3 gunshots to her face and legs and possibly more. Her wounds are being stiched up, and the bleeding controlled but her leg it is unknown if she will need further surgery. They want to give her some time.Pepper was rushed to the ER around 8pm. The pictures attached are GRAPHIC, please do not click the link unless you are prepared to look at them.http://www. flickr. com/photos/56104950@N00/sets/72157604783159904/Pepper's owner came up with $700.00 of the $1600.00 estimate. Actual estimate is between (1100-1600) They have until April 29th, at 2pm to pay the balance. They are afraid they will have to put her down if they do not come up with the money. I have a 1030pm phone appointment with the vet to verify this information and to come up with any ideas on financial assistance for the family.I have had many phone and internet conversations with her owner and I do feel he is sincere in wanting his dog back and making sure she never escapes again. Mutt Magic, Inc.(www. muttmagic. com) has offered a discounted service for them when she is all healed. We sure hope he will consider it.If you can help at all with assisting this family with donations, please contact me at mdebbrr@aol.com for payment instructions.I will be accepting paypal donations for them as well at guardianambull@aol.com.If you choose to make a payment to the hospital directly the information is below. Please email Michelle at mdebbrr@aol.com so we can keep track of donations so the family can update you on Pepper's condition.Pepper is currently at Emergency Veterinary Clinic,Inc 32 Mellor Ave. Baltimore MD 21228 the telephone number is 410-788-7040. We were told it would be ok to make credit card payments via phone but I will know for sure after I speak with the vet tonight. It couldn't hurt to try to make a donation. Their account number is 10548 and the name on the account is Brenda Barbour.The vet is Ayrika White,DVM Please feel free to contact me with any questions.(mdebbrr @ aol. com) no spacesMichelle McDonaldmdebbrr@aol.comEthical Bull Breed Rescue and Referralwww. ebbrr. orgIf you shop online, you can help us by shopping through www. igive. com/ebbrrAny magazine readers out there? Order or renew your subscriptions through, http://www. magfundraising. com/ebbrr and help our rescue!

Honey earned her CGC!

Eric and Rachel have done wonders with Honey Dip! Their trainer, Aja, of Mutt Magic helped them achieve their goal! Honey Dip passed her Canine Good Citizenship test on March 22, 2008.

Great Job Rachel and Eric......and especially Honey Dip!

Update On Frankie!- He is available for Adoption.

Please read all of Frankie's bio before sending an email:

Where do I start with Frankie - he's perfect! This 4.5 year old boy is house broken, crate trained, and knows basic obedience commands. He is an active boy when outside but also LOVES to curl up to you on the couch or in bed. He is very relaxed when in the house and wants nothing more than to be with his people. He loves to play fetch or just run in the field. He enjoys going for hikes in the woods and in a very independent dog, not needy at all. He is good with other dogs as long as they do not challenge him but prefers people over other animals - he even ignores cats even when they try to swipe at him! He has been good with kids but we request no small children only because of his size (he has been around small children but doesn't realize he is 70 pounds and can bump into them and knock them over). We are requiring a fenced in yard for him because he likes to run so much - he deserves it.

Frank cam to our rescue when he was 8 weeks old and was adopted when he was 9 weeks old and has had the same owner ever since. He has moved to California and back and enjoyed ever minute of it! His owner recently had a baby and doesn't feel she has the time to devote to Frankie anymore so he is back with us. He listens better than some of my own dogs (on and off leash) and will follow you from room to room. This boy has been nothing but faithful and deserves a home that will keep him until his last days!

If interested in Frankie, or for more information on him, please email Jayme at RobertsRescue@aol.com

He is up to date on vaccines, heatworm negative and on prevention, and neutered. He did test postitive for lymes disease but has already finished his treatment and is doing well (he wasn't even showing signs of lymes disease) Recently (Sunday 3/2) Frankie injured his right hind leg while running. He partially tore his cruciate ligament or ACL, radiographs were taken and he is scheduled for surgery on 3/11. He is expected to make a full recovery and this will not be a problem for his future. He will have to rest for a few months while recovering (which basically means no free running) but will be back to his normal self in no time. Please do not let this be a factor in adopting Frank, if you would like to visit please let me know - once you meet this boy you will fall in love - EVERYONE does!!

UPDATE 3/11/08

Frankie had his TTA surgery today to correct his torn ACL ligament and did great. He will be recovering for a few weeks and is not allowed to free run for a few months but is still in high spirits and wagging his tail! He is still available for adoption at any time so please feel free to contact if you would like more information or have questions about this fabulous boy! This boy needs a foster home or better yet a forever home ASAP. Due to lack of foster homes he is being boarded at a vet clinic. More pictures and updates coming.

Please email Jayme for more information!

Introducing B-More Dog, a Friend to EBBRR

The mission of B-More Dog is to promote
responsible dog ownership through education and outreach in the Baltimore Metro Area, and to enhance
the relationship of dogs and their owners by fostering responsible care and stewardship. Although we will
assist any breed of dog, our primary focus is to assist owners of pit bull breeds, especially those in low-
income neighborhoods. responsible dog ownership through education and outreach in the Baltimore Metro area, and to enhance the relationships of dogs and their owners by fostering responsible care and stewardship. Although we will assist any breed of dog, our primary focus is to assist owners of pit bull breeds, especially those in low-income neighborhoods.

You can visit B-More Dog on the web at www.bmoredog.org or their myspace page at www.myspace.com/bmoredog

Baltimore Pit Bulls - $20 Spay or Neuter!!!!!

The Maryland SPCA’s Pit-Fix
Show your Pit the Love.
Neuter him.
For the month of February have your Pit Bull spayed or neutered for only $20!

Why are Pit Bulls the most surrendered breed to Baltimore area shelters? Sheer numbers! More and more Pit Bulls are bred each year and their population numbers are staggering! The Maryland SPCA is working with Pit Bulls and their owners to help break the breeding cycle and focus on lifesaving.

Pit-Fix combines spay/neuter services with a low-cost price.

All patients need an appointment. The Maryland SPCA’s Pit-Fix clinic is held on Sundays. If you would like to book an appointment please email fixem@mdspca.org or call our Spay/Neuter line at 410-235-8826 ext. 140




● www.mdspca.org ● 3300 Falls Rd● 410-235-8826 ext. 140 ●

Honey Settles in...

Well, Honey has been at with her new family a week, today. She settled right in her first few hours home. Look at this sweetheart!

Her new family had their first case of the "zoomies" this week. Her new mom loves her so much! Honey still needs some work, she is a little rusty on manners since she really never had any!

We will keep you posted!

See this cute little bugger over there------------->

Well that is Frank when he was adopted and now 4 years later he needs a new home.

4 year old American Bulldog mix
House Trained
Crate Trained
Loves to take hikes in the woods
Good with larger kids
Not needy, independent but would like a close relationship with a family
Loves balls and toys to hike and run through the yard with

Frank is looking for a great new home, he has been with his owner since he was 8 weeks old, but due to a new baby, he is not getting the attention is needs. Rather than see his quality of life suffer, the family would like to see if there is someone who could love and enjoy his company as much as they have.
Frank has traveled the United States – twice! And gone swimming in both oceans. He is an avid hiker and great with his basic obedience and leash manners.
He will bark at strangers who approach the house to protect his family. He is a big fun guy, but would benefit from a person, couple or family that would make him an tight part of their circle. He is not dog aggressive or cat aggressive. Around other dogs, he generally ignores them to play with a log or toy.
He is a good bed buddy, and also does great on an outdoor dog run.

If you are interested in Frank, please call Janet at 540-937-6555 – to schedule a time for a meet and greet.

Honey, American Bulldog Available for Adoption

Honey has been adopted! Congrats to Eric and Rachel!
Honey has been adopted! ! Congrats to Rachel and Eric in Baltimore!
This beautiful girl is named Honey. Honey quickly outgrew her owners. Honey is a dog we rescued from a life of being tied to a tree. Her owners were well meaning but as she grew, they could not control her. She was forced to be tethered to a tree, sometimes getting loose and running the neighborhood. Honey definately recieved all the TLC a puppy needs, as she is very sweet and loves people. Honey is an extremely affectionate dog, period. She will lick you to death and wants to be a lap dog. She really had no formal obedience and did not walk on a leash well. She pretty much dragged anyone. Honey has been evaluated and began training and has been in foster care for a few months. Her foster family, who is very experienced with bulldogs, they have put a lot of work into getting Honey looking as beautiful as she does now. They have gracioulsy offered their obedience training services for our rescue as well. Honey is well on her way to becoming a well adjusted member of the family. Are you the family for her? Due the situation with her basically learning the ABC's of manners at one year of age, we will require a mandatory obedience contract with her adoption. We prefer her to be adopted in the MD/VA or surrounding areas. We will be checking in with her progress, and refuse to allow another family put her training on the back burner. Please do not apply if you are not 100% dedicated to training and making this dog a family member. You will not find a better group of people then the Old Glory gang to gather advice on training and American Bulldogs. Honey is spayed and up to date on her vaccines. Below is an update from her foster family, Old Glory American Bulldogs. We are currently fostering her and working on her manners. She does not display any symptoms of an abused dog. The woman who owned her was very elderly woman. She told me she loved her very much, but she was just overwhelmed with her energy and athleticism, as she changed from a puppy to an adult. That's why she was willing to foster her out to a rescue who could find the RIGHT person or family for Honey. For the last 3-5 months she was kept tied to a tree and did not have much human interaction. It is clear that she was loved and cared for when she was younger. She is one year old. The old woman's adult son had taken her to the vet for regular shots and check ups. She is in perfect health, Full of energy. And extremely SWEET. Honey is responding well to the obedience we are teaching her. So, if you are ready to give this pup a chance, please email Michelle at mdebbrr@aol.com

BSL-MD

A few of us created this yahoo group, BSL-MD@yahoogroups.com. There was a proposed BSL Bill, called #70-07 in Baltimore County. The details will follow my message. We were outraged with the SEVERE restrictions this bill was focusing on. Muzzling of pit bulls, outdoor kennels for pit bulls, mandatory insurance on the dogs. It was crazy. The proposer of this bill was steadfast in his decision and luckily the rest of the council did not feel the same.

On October 15, 2007. Pit bull owners united and we had a peaceful rally outside of the courthouse the day this bill was voted on. Here are some pictures from the event, courtesty of Alexis.

http://s49.photobucket.com/albums/f279/lexluv100/BSL_Rally/

EBBRR

Hello, thanks for reading our blog. My name is Michelle and I am a Co-Founder of Ethical Bull Breed Rescue and Referral. I have been doing Pit Bull and American Bulldog rescue here in Maryland since 1992. I started off volunteering with shelters and then moved on to helping other rescues with transports and then I started volunteering with an American Bulldog Rescue. Eventually it became time to start our own, which is EBBRR. (Ethical Bull Breed Rescue and Referral)

Originally the plans were to become a one, stop, shop for "bulldog type" breeds. We wanted to provide individual breed characteritics and information to help people make more informed choices. We also wanted to become a huge meeting place for all bull breed rescues to showcase their dogs. Unfortunately things snowballed so quickly, we really never had enough time to create the website we always wanted. I was not prepared to receive approx 500 emails a day, from all over the United States! There are so many dogs out there being given up and no one wants to take their dog to the shelter.....but they also do not realise we do this out of our homes. It really started to become depressing. After a few years of trying to save the world, I realised I can only do what I can do. Period. It was a hard adjustment and it certainly was a hard lesson to learn but I finally got it!

I have met a great group of friends doing rescue here in Maryland. I have a really nice partners and some great volunteers. Of course it is never enough. So email me if you want to help us out! mdebbrr@aol.com

Right now the rescue end of EBBRR is on hiatus. We are taking a much needed rest. The past 4-5 years have been really hard and I need a break!! I am focusing on rebuilding the website the way we wanted it and finalizing the non profit status of the group.

This will probably be a slow moving blog... but stick around or check back soon. I hope to have something that strikes your interest on here someday. *sigh*

Thanks for stopping by,
Michelle (mdebbrr)

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