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Love & Support Dogs in Wheelchairs – Will You Help Me Spread the Word?

Posted by Barbara Techel

Something very near and dear to me is fast approaching —

PrintSeptember 22nd is National Walk ‘N Roll Dog Day!

This is the 3rd year for this special day founded in memory of Frankie the Walk ‘N Roll Dog and honoring ALL dogs in wheelchairs around the world!  **On a special side note: Frankie would have been 15 today.

We are celebrating this special event with two new items we’ve launched just for you to help us spread the word. But first let me share with you what has happened since our 2nd annual year of observance:

–This year marks the day as “officially” being recognized as a National Day of Observance with its listing in Chase’s Calendar of Events.

–To date, along with The Frankie Wheelchair Fund, we have granted 30 wheelchairs to paralyzed dogs in need and are partnered with Eddie’s Wheels to make this happen. Here are a recent few!collage dogs e–The Facebook page continues to grow with almost 2,500 people as part of our mission, helping us spread a positive message about these inspiring dogs.

In celebration of the special upcoming day I have two new items for you to consider in helping us with our mission. A portion of the proceeds will benefit The Frankie Wheelchair Fund so we can grant even more wheelchairs to dogs in need.

frontFirst, this fun and inspiring t-shirt (long or short sleeve & also comes in hoodie) designed by friend and supporter, Chops Holste. Wear your t-shirt on September 22 to help us spread the word (and all year long)!  This is a limited time offer, so be sure to place your order TODAY by clicking here or on the photo. Please note:  Shirts will be shipped directly from Teespring, Inc.

 

decal for walk n roll dog day cropSecond, check out this fun way to share your love and support of wheelie dogs with a 6 x 5.5″ decal for your car, designed and produced by friend and supporter, Kristi Erdmenger.

$8.99 (includes shipping and you can order up to 5 decals for same low shipping rate as one) ORDERS OUTSIDE US, please contact me for shipping rate.


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Meet Lucy! The 23rd Dog The Frankie Wheelchair Fund has Helped with a Dog Wheelchair

Posted by Barbara Techel

lucy eGet your dancing shoes on and join us here at Joyful Paws Headquarters as we do the happy dance with the news of Lucy getting her wheels because of The Frankie Wheelchair Fund! Could Lucy look any happier?!?!

Thank you to Red Flyer, The Handicapped Pets Community for sharing Lucy’s story and that she was in need of a wheelchair. Here is her story in her guardian angel’s and new forever home parent’s own words:

Lucy was found in the middle of the road by my husband almost a year ago. Someone had hit her and just left her there for dead basically. We took her to our vet to see how severely injured she was. The vet said when the vehicle hit Lucy it ran completely over her bottom half. From about the bottom of her rib cage on down. It compressed her vertebrae into her spinal cord & that’s what caused the damage.

When we first begin caring for Lucy she had absolutely zero mobility in her back legs. The vet said she could feel deep pain when he pinched between her toes & he said he thought Lucy would benefit from laser treatments. We traveled back and forth to our Vet which is about 2hrs. away so she could recieve the laser treatments. He also said any type of exercise/stimulation we could give Lucy would be beneficial.

We are now happy to say Lucy can stand on her own for brief periods of time & even take a few steps on her own. However, we are afraid she has come about as far as she can go. The vet told us there was a chance she could stand/walk again someday but advised us to get a wheelchair so she doesn’t injury herself further. It’s unknown if this is permanent, we are hoping not but it is beginning to look like it is. Lucy uses diapers & we have a drag bag but she’s not a fan of it as she wants to chase after her “dog sisters” Sontie & Izzy!

She is so very happy now! Once again, we thank you for all you have done & we will def. give Lucy a GIANT hug from you! Our other dogs don’t know what to think of her at the moment because she can actually run around with them now!

Thank you always,
Tara, Seth & Lucy

The love and devotion Tara and Seth have shown Lucy I have no doubt will come back triple that in love from Lucy, as I’m sure it already has! Keep on rolling, Lucy!

To learn more about The Frankie Wheelchair Fund and how you can apply or contribute please visit the website National Walk ‘N Roll Dog Day. The cost of a wheelchair, depending on the size and needs of the dog runs anywhere from $500-$1,500.

To learn more about dog wheelchairs, please visit Eddie’s Wheels.

As a reminder, 100% of proceeds of the purchase of this very roomy and durable tote bag from our friends at Beangoods goes to The Frankie Wheelchair Fund. Screen_shot_2014-02-17_at_3.16.20_PM

 

My Inspirational Memoir, “Through Frankie’s Eyes” Turns One! Gift’s to Celebrate.

Posted by Barbara Techel

3D2 book cover tfeToday I celebrate the one year birthday of my memoir, Through Frankie’s Eyes!

My book is an uplifting gift for anyone who is a dog or animal lover, dachshund fanatic, mom, sister, aunt, best friend, vet or vet technician, animal advocates, or anyone who needs some inspiration. And pssst…. Valentine’s Day is right around the corner!

It’s because of loyal readers like you that it has been an amazing year since releasing my story out into the Universe to go where it may. What a joy it has been, and continues to be, to hear from those enjoying Through Frankie’s Eyes. Not only enjoying, but resonating with, or someone finding the courage to take a leap they’d been wanting to take.  It made it all so worth it.

A book that was hard to write at times – opening myself to feeling very vulnerable. But in being vulnerable, I received the gift of many like-minded beautiful souls like you, who I now feel this wonderful connection with.

Here are my gift’s to you with your order of Through Frankie’s Eyes:

1. With purchase you will receive this lovely, midnight blue pen (below), with my favorite quote inscribed on it: And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk to let it blossom. -Anais Nin, as well as, laminated postcard with a few other quotes that encourage to live from your heart.

I have limited quantities on hand of the pens, postcards, and books so be sure to order today through my website if you want to take advantage of this birthday celebration offer. Offer not good on orders through online stores like Amazon or through independent stores.

IMG_1971 12002. FREE PRIORITY SHIPPING**
**Please note Free Shipping is only good within the United States. Sorry I can’t extend this outside of the US as cost is too high for me to cover. But if you wish to still order and are outside of the US, please email me at barb@joyfulpaws.com so I can quote you shipping rate.

3. Each book will be autographed by me, as well as stamped with Frankie’s authentic paw print.

These are for orders made only through my website, Joyful Paws.

Offer good now through Feb. 7th, 2014 or while quantity lasts.