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Merry Misfits: Disabled Animals of Rolling Dog Ranch

Posted by Barbara Techel

I truly admire the work Alayne and Steve Smith are doing for disabled animals. I just ran across this video about their ranch and had to share.  They are no longer located in Montana, but now in New Hampshire. But what is important is the message that disabled pets just want the chance to live a happy, long life. They get this chance at Rolling Dog Ranch.  We should never take pity on an animal with a disability, because they don't see it as such.  In that lesson alone, they have so much to teach us.

 

Southern Paws & Tails Magazine Will Donate $4.00 to Rolling Dog Ranch for every One Year Subscription

Posted by Barbara Techel


Wow!  Not only is there a glowing review of my book, Frankie the Walk ‘N Roll Dog in the spring 2011 issue of Southern Paws and Tails, they have offered for all my fans to help our favorite charity by donating $4.00 for every one year subscription!! And one year subscriptions are only $12.00.

We have chosen Rolling Dog Ranch Animal Sanctuary to be the recepient of this generous offer.  So if you’d like to read a wonderful magazine plus help a great cause, sign up through their websitehttp://www.southernpawsandtails.com/.  Mention Joyful Paws in the comment section and $4.00 will go to Rolling Dog Ranch.

Note:  Look for: “Add special instructions to the seller” and click on change and in the comment box write Joyful Paws for them to know you subscribed through this offer for the $4.00 to be donated to Rolling Dog Ranch.

Thank you Southern Paws and Tails for your generous offer and for sharing an exceptional review of Frankie the Walk ‘N Roll Dog’s story with your readers.

 

I’m very grateful.

 

Want a Handicapped Dog? How to Adopt one

Posted by Barbara Techel

Many animals fill the humane societies, and many are handicapped or elderly, and sadly, they are the last to find homes.  But I can tell you from experience that  having a dog with a disability has been one of the most rewarding things of my life.


Honestly, I didn’t feel that way at the beginning when Frankie was diagnosed with IVDD, and yes, I was scared.  I also did not know how I was going to take care of her.  But the blessing this little dog has been is something I would have never known, had I not experienced it and I would not trade one moment with her.

Are you considering adopting a handicapped dog?  If so, here is a snippet from an article by Micah McDunnigan from e-how with a link to read the rest of the tips.  One tip I would suggest is to reach out to others that have special needs pets to ask how they take care of their pet.  Who knows, not only will you have a new friend in a disabled pet, but you might gain a new human friend too.

1. Find a dog rescue organization in your area that specializes in caring for handicapped dogs. These can be found online or in your local phone book.

2. Examine your home. You must decide if you are able to pet-proof it for a dog with a disability before you adopt one. Dogs that are blind cannot have random clutter on the floor, and dogs requiring wheel chairs will need space to roll around. Make sure that your home can accommodate a dog with disabilities, or at least know which disabilities you are willing and able to accommodate, before you proceed.

3. Contact the organization that is caring for the dog by phone or email and express your interest in the animal. Ask to arrange for an opportunity to visit the dog.

Read more: How to Adopt a Handicapped Dog | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/how_7825487_adopt-handicapped-dog.html#ixzz1C4yAUl6U

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