disabled dogs

Sneak Preview Just for You!

Posted by Barbara Techel

Dachshund framed print by BriannaThis Sunday, Sept. 21st I will be having an online auction for this sweet and beautiful artwork donated by artist, Brianna Brunsell. You may be familiar with her work through Silly Dog Magnets.

Brianna did this drawing in honor of all dogs in wheelchairs and was inspired by Frankie the Walk ‘N Roll Dog who she shared with me continues to inspire her. And yes, I wiped a tear from my eye when she told me this.

I love how the dog is seeing her reflection in the water as if to say, “yes, I am beautiful and strong, even though I may be in a wheelchair. But I am still me.” What a great lesson for all of us!

Money raised will benefit The Frankie Wheelchair Fund (helping paralyzed dogs in need of a wheelchair) in honor of the 3rd annual celebration and day of observance of National Walk ‘N Roll Dog Day this Monday, September 22.

Medium used is copic markers. Limited edition print signed by Brianna. 10″x 8.25″ frame with etched glass giving the piece a shadow box effect.

Where: Online auction on our Facebook page National Walk ‘N Roll Dog Day.

When:  Begins Sunday, Sept. 21st and runs through 4:00pm Monday, Sept. 22nd at 4:00pm cst.

How:  Visit our Facebook page between Sunday and Monday and leave a bid in the comment section. Highest bid at 4:00pm cst will take home the beautiful artwork!  It will be shipped directly from artist, Brianna Brunsell.

A very special and heartfelt thank you to Brianna for offering this as a donation to help us raise funds for wheelchairs for disabled dogs.

Meet Davey: The 30th Dog Granted a Dog Wheelchair through The Frankie Wheelchair Fund

Posted by Barbara Techel

photo 2Another happy, happy day here at Joyful Paws headquarters! Meet Davey – the 30th paralyzed dog The Frankie Wheelchair Fund recently granted a wheelchair.

Davey was with Oregon Dachshund Rescue – but not for long before his new family came along to adopt him. And you know what is so great?  Davey has a new brother that looks just like him in that he too has wheels!

This is Mickey!

1426605_10151824291556242_558388138_nWhat a sweet and inspirational site it will be to see these two handsome wheelie fellows rolling down the street, don’t you think?

These two are in excellent care with their mom, BeBe who loves and adores these special dogs. I think she is pretty special too for not only caring for one, but now two!

***Wheelchair I recommend and work with for The Frankie Wheelchair Fund is Eddie’s Wheels.

Learn more about The Frankie Wheelchair Fund

You can learn more on our website, National Walk ‘N Roll Dog Day where you can apply for funds or donate.

Love Donation in My Mailbox. My Heart Smiles.

Posted by Barbara Techel

20140908_145420Last week it happened. A donation to The Frankie Wheelchair Fund in memory of Toby, the beloved dachshund of Cheryl and Jay, as well as, from their friend who wanted to do something to honor Toby, too.

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And it happened again today.  This time a donation of love was in my mailbox in honor of two wheelchair doxie’s named Pancho and Sophia made by a friend. I’m excited to send a note to the unsuspecting mom of Pancho and Sophie to let her know of this generous gift on behalf of her two wheelie dogs.

Such a thoughtful and special thing to do.

My heart smiles.