FAIL!

Hello! I can not believe we are almost one month into the New Year! I have so many things that need to be done that I am no were close to getting started!

I have to say I am failing as a foster mom! I do not think I can part with my last two fosters, Bean & Bella!

I am excited to say that I personally am adopting Bella, the mangey pup with the quirky personality! I have absolutely fallen for this dog. She reminds me of a special dog that we lost in 2008, named Ginger. (And its funny but Bella is a ginger color.) Bella has a lot of things in common with Ginger and I think that is what has tugged at my heartstrings so much. She is definitely a challenge!

Bean, everyone fell in love with, but I was guarded because I think I knew Bella was not going anywhere. Bean is the most loving, sweetest, cutest little dog you can ever meet! Even at his rowdiest he is a gentle soul. I knew he would be great for a family with children and we have had a few very serious applications on him but as much I tried to keep him and Bella seperated he did end up with mange and that is a real turn off for people! So I had two pups to treat, which was actually easier then trying to keep everything seperate. As Bean is growing, we are noticing some changes, I guess for compensating with a missing leg so we are going to have a specialist keep an eye on him. Even though I have fought myself with this I don't think I can part with him. I am a foster failure!!!!!

Time to go but I expect to have some free time to update things soon! Who knows my next post maybe a family portrait.... because Bean & Bella aren't going anywhere!

For those people that had a strong interest in Bean & Bella I have spoke with most of them about my feelings about adopting them both and they have given me their blessings.... hope everyone out there does too.

Magazine fundraising online: Ethical Bull Breed Rescue and Referral

Magazine fundraising online: Ethical Bull Breed Rescue and Referral

Isabella - Our Mangey Pup

Hello friends... meet Isabella our little foster with some skin issues. We call this little girl, Bella because my mother has been dying for a granddaughter with this name...so we gave her a foster furchild!

Bella is very upset that we did not add her to this blog earlier because she was in our care a whole month before Mr. Bean came to stay. She pouted until I finally gave in, so here is Bella's Post!

Bella (Golden Retriver/Pit Bull)came to us in August 2009 from BARCS. She had both, Sarcoptic and Demodex Mange. She was hot to the touch and very lethargic. We gave her a few days to settle in and she started to relax after being in the shelter. (so stressful there) We have been treating her for the mange for two months. She has up and down weeks, and almost as soon as she is off the medicine it only takes a few days before she starts up again. We are trying to boost up her immune system by feeding her a raw diet with supplements.



Bella has a hearty appetite and does not like to share her food with other dogs. (That goes for treats too) She is fine if a person takes her food but no other animals. Bella loves to take walks and she loves her big brother, Odie. She gives him puppy kisses all the time. Odie acts tough and ignores her kisses but we all know he is starting to like this little Bella girl.

I am going to try and describe Bella's personality... she reminds me of a very special dog we had named Ginger. They have a lot of the same personality traits. Bella is very sweet and she gets very happy to see you, but she is not a "lick you all over" type of puppy. As soon as you pick her up she will give you a kiss or two but thats it! She loves other dogs right now, and this can change as she gets older, but she is very puppish with an adult dog. Now that Bean is at the house well we have met her other personality...which is a lot like our dog Ginger. She is a very jealous puppy. She intercepts Bean if he tries to say hello to our dog Odie. She will do her best to steal Bean's treats or toys. She does not try this with Odie, but she definately knows she is a little older, bigger and stronger then Bean and she bullies him if we let her. She also does something that is really cute...she takes her paw and smacks Bean in the head, then they play together. She is not aggressive just pushy. When it comes to going outside and playing, Bella reminds me of one of my favorite SNL skits with Amy Poehler as Kaitlyn. If you watch these videos you can probably picture what life with Bella will be like! When she gets on a roll she zooms around and around you and drives you crazy!


Since I have been on a roll with the blog... I hope I can keep it up. Thank you for stopping by!

Bean's First Weekend in Foster Care

We, picked Bean up on Thursday 9/24/2009. He is a pretty mellow pup, he likes to enjoy the scenery...and chase the cat. Bean gets around wonderfully, which you will see in the videos we will post later. Bean is being fostered with another pit bull mix puppy, named Bella that is quite hurt we are not writing about her. (She is the jealous type!)

We had to get creative this weekend to help raise money for Bean's vet bill at Langley Animal Hospital, so we had an imprompto yard sale this weekend! Even though it drizzled, someone removed our signs, and it was last minute we still made $100.00 towards his bill. We will try again next weekend.

I wanted Bean to be at the yard sale (Since he already has a fan club) so I put an ad on craigslist looking for a play pen for a baby. I let them know it was for Bean and we had a lot of people offer their pack and plays for him. Thank you to all. The pen Bean was in was perfect, it was tent like material (good for a dog!) and it had a screen that zippered so we can unzip it and he could stroll on out. He was a perfect pup on his day out. We will update everyone on the next yard sale.

Thanks for helping Bean!!!

Bean Thanks You!

Bean has officially arrived into Foster Care with EBBRR! He has a playmate around the similiar age to play with when he feels better.(I have neglected to blog about...we don't want Bella to feel left out so this weekend we will write about her!)

Everyone that donated will be sent a receipt, a thank you card and updates from this precious pup. I will be adding a running list of names on this blog entry of people that have helped him. This Blog is a work in progress so stay tuned....

Special thanks goes out to the following people who helped save Bean's life. They are in no special order and we do not have a list yet of people who donated through the hospital. If you did, please email me at mdebbrr@aol.com

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Denise @ Langley A.H.	John M.	Melodie F.
Harry H.	Jane H.	Kathy M.	Jen M.
Kelley N.	Kristina H.	Wendy B.	Mary M.
Debbie E.	Teresa B.	Robin C.	C K Y
Debbie G.
Shannon M.	Terra S.	Kathy H.	Valorie S.
Erica L.	Mary T.	Calhie W.	David M.
Karen B.	Susan S.

 

 

   

 

 

B-More Dog @ BARCS & The Pigtown Festival

Hello friends... I know this is an EBBRR blog but you know I like to dabble in a little bit of everything. Here are some pics that I took while volunteering with B-More Dog, Inc.

First I hit the town September 12 early in the AM to attend the BARCS Rabies Clinic. I met some really nice shelter dogs and really nice dog owners. You can see some pics here: BARCS' Pics

This cutie was Beethoven..he was a little guy with a big attitude. We also were able to give this group new leashes and collars.

Then we headed over to the Pigtown Festival in West Baltimore. Wow, what fun it was! Lots of well behaved dogs and proud owners. Good food and great music! We had a blast.

Bean Update 9.22.2009

Update 9.29.2009 -Only $420.00 $180.00 to Go! Mr. Bean is on his way to his foster home. We have a busy weekend planned but we hope to have new pics and video posted for everyone by Monday. Thank you all for your help!

*Permission to Crosspost*

Hello!
I have a real cutie pie I would like to introduce to you….everyone meet Bean. You may have already heard about him. His adorable face has made him very popular. You can see our original blog about him here: http://ebbrr.blogspot.com/2009/09/bean-pup-september-2009.html

Bean is coming into rescue the weekend of 9/24/2009. He just had his leg removed on Monday and we want to make sure everything went well with his surgery. We are happy to report removing one of his hind legs has not slowed him down a bit. He hasn't missed a beat. It is going to be a job to keep him still long enough so his stiches heal.

If you are fortunate enough to be able to help with his medical bills, please contact guardianambull@aol.com or you can contact the hospital directly from the information below. We estimate we need about another $500.00 $420.00 370.00 180.00!! (updated 9.29.2009)
The hospital itself has been collecting donations to cover Bean’s expenses. (Boarding (2 months with medical care), treatment former surgery and current surgery) Please remember to include your name and address for a tax receipt and specify that your donation is for BEAN.

Langley Animal Hospital http://www.langleyanimalhospital.com/
Contact is Denise (301) 434-1500
6522 Sligo Parkway
Hyattsville, MD 20782


Ethical Bull Breed Rescue and Referral is accepting donations via postal mail and our paypal account.
guardianambull@aol.com - guardianambull @ aol.com (no spaces)

Or you can send a donation via snail mail to:

EBBRR
P.O. Box 8858
Baltimore, MD 21224

New pictures coming soon!
Michelle McDonald
http://www.ebbrr.org/
mdebbrr@aol.com
guardianambull@aol.com (Also the paypal address)

B-More in Control September Class 2009

B-More In Control, is scheduled to take place on September 27 at The MD SPCA, 3300 Falls Road, Baltimore, MD (410-235-8826)We’re very excited to present this class, which we hope will provide inexperienced or struggling dog owners with some tools to make their lives easier. We’ll be covering a lot of ground in this class, including proper health care, feeding, and shelter of animals, basic dog body language, simple and basic training techniques as demonstrated by a pit bull friendly trainer, and the importance of keeping your dog in control at all times–particularly if your dog is of a breed that’s unfairly maligned by society.

Come to this class, and spread the word!

Details can be found at B-More Dog, Inc.

Bean the Pup September 2009

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Hello!
I have a real cutie pie I would like to introduce to you….everyone meet Bean. This little pup is currently in the hospital awaiting surgery to possibly remove his leg up to the hip. You can see how much he has grown while staying at Langley Animal Hospital. They have had Bean in their care since the beginning of August.

Bean’s story is that someone was working in a home and threw some lumber accidently hitting him. They brought him to Langley Animal Hospital for treatment. The family could not afford the treatment and abandoned the dog at the hospital. You can see in his first puppy picture how swollen his little toes were. They removed the pad only of his leg but feel he needs to have his whole leg removed. The hospital has two choices, one to perform the surgery and release him to rescue or they will have euthanize him. (Hospital Policy) I have spoken with the staff and they truly are dedicated to this puppy and they want to avoid euthanasia at all costs. They have estimated the surgery to run about $1500.00 but we are trying to work other arrangements out with them. (UPDATE: Bean's total is capped at 1500.00 we only need $500.00 to go! Thank you for your help!)
I have offered to take Bean in our care and we hope he can have his surgery this week. He is a lively puppy and he is definitely the staff favorite. He is a little boy at 10lbs and estimated to be about 13 weeks old.
There has been a donation structure already in place for Bean so I will add their contact information first.
The hospital itself has been collecting donations to cover Bean’s expenses. (Boarding, treatment former surgery and future surgery) Please remember to include your name and address for a tax receipt and specify that your donation is for BEAN.
Langley Animal Hospital http://www.langleyanimalhospital.com/
Contact is Denise (301) 434-1500
6522 Sligo Parkway
Hyattsville, MD 20782

Ethical Bull Breed Rescue and Referral is accepting donations via postal mail and our paypal account.
guardianambull@aol.com - guardianambull @ aol.com (no spaces)
EBBRR
P.O. Box 8858
Baltimore, MD 21224

Please feel free to contact Michelle McDonald with any questions or concerns. Thank you.
Michelle McDonald
http://www.ebbrr.org/
mdebbrr@aol.com
guardianambull@aol.com (Also the paypal address)

PICTURES REMOVED AT KATHY MALONE'S REQUEST PER HER EMAIL BELOW. NEW PICTURES WILL BE POSTED THIS EVENING. MY APOLOGIES FOR THE INCONVIENCE.

From: Kathleen Malone
To: guardianambull@aol.com
Cc: bebahojt@gmail.com
Subject: FW: MD: Baltimore 3 Legged Puppy Bean
Date: Wed, Sep 23, 2009 3:38 am

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Michelle,

Since you did not allow me to take Bean to a Specialist and since I have been
cut out of his life altogether, I think you better take MY video off this blog
IMMEDIATELY.
You DO NOT have my permission to use this video to solicit funds to pay for
surgery at THAT Drs.
This is a PRIVATE video taken with me, Bean and Steve. I said PICTURES, NOT
video. Please remove it and the pictures as well.
You wanted me to butt out - but you want to use my pictures and video? Can't
have it both ways. Thank you.

Kathy

****NO PERMISSION TO USE PICTURES OR VIDEOS TAKEN BY ME***

*Free* B-More In Control July Class *Free*

*Click the picture for the full size version*
B-More Dog’s first free education workshop, called B-More In Control, is scheduled to take place on May 31 at BARCS (Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter). We’re very excited to present this class, which we hope will provide inexperienced or struggling dog owners with some tools to make their lives easier. We’ll be covering a lot of ground in this class, including proper health care, feeding, and shelter of animals, basic dog body language, simple and basic training techniques as demonstrated by a pit bull friendly trainer, and the importance of keeping your dog in control at all times–particularly if your dog is of a breed that’s unfairly maligned by society.

Come to this class, and spread the word!

Details can be found here.

B-More In Control Workshop!

B-More Dog’s first free education workshop, called B-More In Control, is scheduled to take place on May 31 at BARCS (Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter). We’re very excited to present this class, which we hope will provide inexperienced or struggling dog owners with some tools to make their lives easier. We’ll be covering a lot of ground in this class, including proper health care, feeding, and shelter of animals, basic dog body language, simple and basic training techniques as demonstrated by a pit bull friendly trainer, and the importance of keeping your dog in control at all times–particularly if your dog is of a breed that’s unfairly maligned by society.

Come to this class, and spread the word!

Details can be found here.

B-More Dog Launces First Workshop *FREE*

CALLING ALL RESPONSIBLE PIT BULL OWNERS, ADVOCATES & FANCIERS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

B-More Dog Launches First Free Workshop for Baltimore Dog Owners

For More Information:
Erin Sullivan, President
bmorepitbull@gmail.com

April 16, 2009

BALTIMORE, MD. – B-More Dog Inc., a Baltimore-based nonprofit advocating for responsible dog ownership, is pleased to announce the launch of its first free dog-ownership workshop, called B-More In Control.

The first workshop will be held on May 31 from noon to 1 p.m. at the Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS), 301 Stockholm St., Baltimore.

The goal of the class is to provide dog owners with information and tools they may find useful in providing better care for their animals. We’ll be talking about the importance of keeping dogs safely confined in the home when they can’t be supervised, we’ll provide a brief primer on how dogs communicate via body language, and we’ll offer some advice on how to handle some common behavior problems.

For more information about B-More In Control, 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 nonprofit organization that promotes responsible dog ownership through education and outreach in the Baltimore Metro area. Although we will assist any breed of dog, our primary focus is to assist owners of pit bull breeds.

Baltimore Pit Bull Awareness Day 2008

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

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