THE LONG AND THE SHORT OF IT - Coast to Coast Dachshund

Coast to Coast Dachshund Rescue
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T HE L ONG
Summer 2008
AND THE
S HORT
OF IT
Volume 14
Spirit Fazio - A happy dog adopted by member Jeannie Fazio. Spirit suffered
from strangles, an immune disorder. Read about strangles in our health section
Another successful year
for the Dixie Doxie Festival! Sadly, it was the
last year for this great
event. Read more and
see a few more pictures
on page 9. Thank you to
Bonnie Marcus for all of
her hard work and for
making this a very successful event all of the
years.
Coast to Coast Dachshund Rescue
P.O. Box 1148
Upcoming Event
Giant Eagle Pittsburgh Pet Expo
October 11th from 10am to 6pm
and
October 12th from 11am to 5pm
at
David L. Lawrence Convention Center
Pittsburgh, PA
More info: [email protected]
Jackson, NJ 08527-1148
[email protected]
T HE L ONG AND THE S HORT OF IT
P AGE 2
Coast to Coast
From the President
Dachshund Rescue
Summer is here in full force and we at CCDR are working as hard or harder than ever
to promote rescue and do fundraising. Members are attending fundraising events like
never before to help gain funds for CCDR. We’re all feeling the pinch of the economy
and are seeing how the economy is affecting everything, including rescue. Rescue is
seeing more dogs come in due to families losing their homes which puts an extra
pressure on an already saturated market of foster dogs. Members are absorbing more
dogs to help out but due to everyone cutting back in spending, we are feeling the
pinch ourselves personally and, with adoptions being down and donations being
down, more and more comes out of our own pockets. The dogs still need to be vetted and with more and more coming in, we’re out of balance. Members are doing a
great job of stepping up to the plate and helping where they can though, and this year
alone we’ve had members begin their own tradition of a dachshund picnic in their
local area to help raise awareness, to educate and to help raise funds for CCDR.
Members are visiting more stores to sit and promote rescue and show the public the
great dogs we have for adoption. This allows us to adopt more dogs out locally since
gas prices have become so high, making it difficult on our volunteers to offer to
transport dogs out of area. Times are a little tough and they may get a little tougher,
but, regardless of how tough they get, we have tough members who will do whatever
it takes to help a person find that wonderful dog to adopt.
www.c2cdr.org
[email protected]
CCDR
P.O. Box 1148
Jackson, NJ 08527-1148
President
Joni McCormick
[email protected]
Vice President
Sheri Mello
[email protected]
Secretary
Angie Miller
[email protected]
Treasurer
Jim Dexter
[email protected]
Assistant Treasurer
Sharon Schemel
[email protected]
Thank you to all of the generous people, members and donors who help CCDR
throughout the year. Without you all we wouldn’t stay afloat, so, it is with sincerity I
say “thank you!”
Joni McCormick
Adoption Fees
Members at Large
Patty Mastroianni
[email protected]
Jennifer Paul
[email protected]
Under 1 year $300
1 year but younger than 4 years $250
4 years but younger than 8 years $225
8 years and over $150
Special needs $150
Mixes $125
Linda Reed
[email protected]
Krista Allan
[email protected]
Donations always appreciated
Visit our available dogs on the website:
www. c2cdr.org
[email protected]
or
Send check or MO to:
CCDR
P.O. Box 1148
Jackson, NJ 08527-1148
Visit our buddy dog section at
the website. You may not be
able to have a dog, but you can
have a BUDDY!
This is the medical care we provide
prior to adoption. These costs always
exceed the adoption fee.
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Full veterinary health check before
being placed. This includes a general health check of the heart, ears,
eyes and back.
Fecal and treatment if necessary
Brought current on all necessary
vaccines and Rabies
Spayed/neutered
Dental if needed
HW tested and treated if necessary
Medical issues are diagnosed and
treated
The gifts and fundraising
items we sell enable us to do
the work we do. Visit our gift
and fundraising section of
the website and find a gift for
yourself or others. We have
totes, dish towels, dog coats,
the Delilah Print and many
other wonderful items.
V OLUME 14 - S UMMER 2008
P AGE 3
In this issue
Just fun pictures
Features
5 - Bumper stickers and a transport - Bonnie Marcus
6 - Trustee- A true friend - Karin Lang
7 - A Picnic in NH - Judy Wade
8 - Health - Strangles - Jeannie Fazio and her new pup Spirit’s condition
9 - Dixie Doxie Festival News - a tradition ends
In every issue
President’s Message ……….…………………………………….
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Special Friends of CCDR ………………………………………...
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Happy Endings…………………………………………………..
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Health - Strangles
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Doggy Delights……... ………………………….………………
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In Memory and in Honor of…………………...………………….
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T HE L ONG AND THE S HORT OF IT
P AGE 4
Special Friends
Thank YOU!
Ann Ambler
Melissa Ball
Diane Belle
Kathrin Black
Sue Ellen Boone
Laura Bostwick
Susan Bowen
Adelaide Brady
Marylee Brown
Stanley Brown
Joann Brugnetti
Carol Buffenmyer
Steven & Susan Clark
Benjamin Dalman
Jennifer Yeargin Dean
Guy & Sharon Denechaud
Jim Derryberry
Jim & Cheryl Dexter
Denise Dian
Charles Doherty
Rosemary Doran
Lydia Dreamer
Hal Edington
Karen Engeseth
Chris Flinn
Nicole Gamst
Stephen V. Gardner, Jr.
Sharon Gebhardt
Andrea Gerhauser
Hollie Giannaula
Karen Hayes
Duane Herchler
Vernelle Hilbom
Karen Humphreys
Darryl Johnson
Christy & Gerard Kadera
Edward Kennedy
Matthew Lauffer
Collean Leasck
Laura Lenz
Bradley Linnell
Patricia Loyer
Victoria Lubee
Kathryn M. Maiers
John & Linda Malleck
Bonnie Marcus
Robert & Freddi Margolin
James K. Markano
Elizabeth McNabb
Julie Mead
Kevin Miller
Pratap Mukharji
Sue J. Norton
Darlene Nosack
Gwynneth Offner
Katrina Paplan
Mary Frances Pearson
Michael Perkins
Denise Ransford
Jennifer Reiff
Kathleen Robinson
Paul Salisbury
Beth & Daniel Salzl
Victoria Scheipers
Amy Schmidt
Gloria Smigielski
Carol Sweeney
Donna Tadd
Bryan Taylor
Carl Ulrich
Karla Vana
United Way of the National
Capital Area
Mr. & Mrs. John Wheeler
Corporate Friends Who
Have Matching Gift
Programs
Casey Charitable Matching
Programs
Community Health Charities
First Data Foundation
GAP Foundation Gift Match
Program
Gary Williams Oil
Producer Employee Fund
Thomson North America
Legal
Companies Who
Provide Fundraising
Opportunities
Belk Dept. Stores
Goodsearch
Pedigree
PetCo
PetSmart Charities
N EW CCDR
M EMBERS
Maryalyce Allery
Becky Blount
Linda Clark
Michelle Gauker
Mike Gonzales
Marla Heaser
Keiko Hernandez
Beth Humphrey
Duke Jones
Freddi Margolin
Sandy Powell
Carolyn Ryan
Stefanie Sarracco
Caitlyn Siebenmorgen
Joe Spangenberger
Judi Sylvester
Andrea Valentine
Joe York
Welcome to CCDR
Member Shout outs!
Bonnie Marcus - Dixie Doxie Festival
Deanette Sterner - Dixie Doxie festival
Angie Miller - Fundraising - CT
Kimberly Fulks - Fundraising - Melbourne
Jennifer & Greg Paul - Fundraising - Ohio picnic
Maryann Krawczynski - Fundraising -Ohio picnic
Colleen Dundon & Ralph Spampanato - Fundraising
- Ohio picnic
Ann Fanto - Fundraising - Ohio picnic
Melissa Ball - Fundraising MD
Sharon Schemel - Fundraising NJ
Judi Hedrick - Ebay sales IL
V OLUME 14 - S UMMER 2008
Happy Endings!
P AGE 5
Annie
On March 14, 2007 we lost our beloved Schnoo. We were heart-broken but wanted to open
our heart and home to another rescue dachshund in need. My goal was to find a senior dog on
the CCDR site and donate towards them in memory of Schnoo. I found a dog named Annie
who was being fostered by Joyce Fletcher in VA and began emailing Joyce about her. I believe
Schnoo had a master plan and sent Annie to us because through correspondence with Joyce
we knew Annie was meant to be in our family. Julie Mead in NJ brought Annie to PA and it
was love at first sight! We fell in love. Thank you to everyone who is a part of CCDR and
who make it possible for these very special dogs to get another chance. I especially want to
thank Joyce and Julie for all of their help and dedication to making our new addition a joyous experience. And, thank
you Schnoo for your wise intervention. We miss you. - Tara Iona, PA
Happy Endings!
Elsie
How a little dog can make a difference
Mary lost her beloved Murphy of 12 years, a black and tan longhaired, and mourned so much
that she didn't want to go home to her then all too quiet house. The loneliness and quiet was
deafening to her. She grieved to the point that she cried all the time, was depressed, cried
while at work and couldn't get over the loss of her Murphy. A friend told her to consider
another dachshund and check out CCDR. She contacted Judy Wade, completed an application and specifically noted that she did not want another black/tan dog! That was before she read Elsie's bio and saw
her picture. She was smitten and said she's got to have that baby so through the efforts of some CCDR members, Elsie
was brought to Mary Ford and it was love at first sight. Mary said she can't imagine life without her.
Bumper Stickers and a Transport - Another happy ending - Bonnie Marcus
Going on a dachshund rescue transport is always an experience but this one was most unusual. Most of us have some kind of Dachshund bumper stickers or decals on our cars and
most time this is a good thing. This time it about got us in trouble!
Deanette Sterner and I were leaving Chattanooga to meet Karen Engeseth and Kay Childs in
Bristol, VA to pick up a foster dog. We got on the road but hadn't even left Chattanooga yet. On a main highway, a
truck pulls up next to us and the man driving begins waving and honking at us. Of course our first thought was that
something was wrong with the car. He points towards his lap and up pops a little red dachshund! We wave thinking he
just wanted us to see he had one due to the stickers on my car. We stop at a traffic light and he puts his window down
and says he needs to find a home for his dog! We pull into a busy parking lot (lots of people around so we felt safe!)
and he tells us that his wife had just kicked him and his 2 dogs out and he had no place to go. A friend said he could stay
with him but no dogs allowed. He had another friend who would take his big dog but he had nowhere for
the dachshund to go and was on his way to take her to the pound because he had no choice. We told him we were with
rescue and were on our way out of town to pick up another dog. He said he couldn't wait and wanted to give me the
dog just then! I called my vets office and asked them to please take this dog in, check her out and I would be in touch
later. I told the man he would have to take her there and he said okay. Later when we got home I called the clinic and
he did indeed drop "Suzy" off and they said he cried. It was tragic for him and for Suzy but he was mighty lucky that
we were driving on that road at the same time he was. Suzy was spayed and vaccinated and deemed healthy and found
a fabulous home a short time later. The vet clinic called me a few days later saying that he had called to check on Suzy
and gave them his number to give to me. I talked to him and assured him that she was just fine and he was very grateful
and relieved. So you never know what will happen on a transport but in this case 2 dogs benefited!
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Trustee - A true friend
Karin Lang
It must have been his eyes that just
grabbed my heart strings at our first
face-to-face meeting. He was seven
pounds of skin and bones with eyes
like a little owl staring at me without
blinking. His ears were bald and his
hair was tangled and matted and
looked more like a mop left outside to
dry. But what emerged after a trip to
the doggie beauty parlor delighted me. The little wide-eyed owl was actually
a wirehaired dachshund that I fell in love with.
To highlight him as a foster that was available for adoption I wrote his bio,
took his picture and he was featured on the Coast to Coast Dachshund Rescue
web site. For some reason there was never much interest in him. But Trustee
was a senior dog and seniors often are overlooked by potential adopters.
Plus, he had lost his hearing in one ear as a result of a long-term untreated ear
infection so being older and with a slight handicap didn’t help his case for
finding a new home. Sadly, younger, healthier dogs are adopted more quickly
than older dogs and that is exactly what happened to Trustee.
Already having a senior dachshund that was in charge of my household and
two Australian cattle dogs, adding a fourth dog wasn’t a difficult choice for
me, but it did require some strategy on my part to convince my husband that
we needed him. We made a deal and it was a sweet one. I got to adopt Trustee and he got a pop-up camper for his truck. Oh, how Trustee and I loved
that camper. We used it every chance we got.
Adopting Trustee was like wearing a second set of clothes. He was either
with me or on me but he rarely left my side and our relationship lasted for
almost five years. Trustee became my shining example that adopting a senior
rescue dog was almost too good to be true. The devotion and unconditional
love senior dogs give back surpasses anything I have ever experienced and
with him I wish it could have been longer, but, I cherish the short time I had
with him and thank him every day for allowing me to be a part of his life.
“Trustee as Can Be” went to dog heaven on July 5th 2008 with Mark and me
by his side. He was 12 years and 8 months old. My friend Shawntel Wells
says, “His wheels just fell off.” And while my friends and the staff at my vet’s
office think it would be good for me have a puppy in the house to help me
heal, I think I’ll wait for that next little senior dachshund to walk through my
front door and pull on my heart strings. Trustee taught me that it does happen, so, I’ll wait for just the right little dog to come to me and say “let’s fall
in love again.”
Karin Lang
Coast to Coast Dachshund Rescue - Colorado
T HE L ONG AND THE S HORT OF IT
My Dogs live here
My dogs live here, they're here to stay.
You don't like pets? Be on your way.
They share my home, my food, my space.
This is their home, this is their place.
You will find dog hair on the floor,
They will alert you're at the door.
They may request a little pat,
A simple 'NO' will settle that.
It gripes me when I hear you say,
'Just how is it you live this way?
They don't smell, they don't shed,
they're not in my way.'
WHO ASKED YOU? is all I can say.
They love me more than anyone.
My voice is like the rising sun,
They merely have to hear me say,
'C'mon, time to go and play.'
Then tails wag and faces grin,
They bounce and hop and make a din.
They never say, 'No time for you,'
They're always there, to GO and DO.
And if I'm sad, they're by my side.
And if I'm mad, they circle wide.
And if I laugh, they laugh with me.
They understand, they always see.
So, once again, I say to you,
'Come visit me,' but know this too.
My dogs live here, they're here to stay.
You don't like pets? Be on your way.
They share my home, my food, my space.
This is their home, this is their place.
Author unknown
Visit the CCDR site at
www.c2cdr.org
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P AGE 7
A picnic in New Hampshire 2007
Judy Wade
Dachshunds be warned: when Jude Wade, Judy Mosteiro, and Pat Cate decide to
get together, it will rain.
Frankie, Maggie, Flower, Sweet Pea, Precious, Slick, Smudge, Tess and Spirit
had been praying for good weather all week. They were getting together for a
dachshund picnic, but their humans, Jude Wade, Judy Mosteiro and Pat Cate
were involved. Some of the younger dogs did not know what was going on; but
they listened to the elder dogs and prayed mightily to all their friends at the Rainbow Bridge for a sunny day.
In years gone by, when picnics were held in New Hampshire, Pat guaranteed that
there would be nice weather at least until 3:00 PM. Pat gave no such guarantees
this year, because she was out of weather-wizardry practice. Still, the day dawned
lovely, sunny, and warm. When it got hot, there was shade and a pool.
The first arrivals were Jude Wade and pups Sweet Pea, Flower, Precious and baby boy Slick. Judy Mosteiro accompanied her with Frankie and Maggie. Pat greeted them all with Smudge, Tess and Spirit at her side. Along came Gini
and Riley, Sue and Augie, Donna and Sadie, John and Vinnie with Oscar and Otis, Sandy Quintin and Ed Sabin with
Sebastian their new rescue, and Christelle DelPrete with Simon.
Soon after everyone had gathered, the thunder, lightning, and rain arrived. Judy Mosteiro gave an open-eyed look
and said "I'm outta here!" We all quickly picked up our very wet babies and made a run for it and huddled in the
camper. Because of the downpour, we decided to stay inside. Once again the camper provided a safe haven. We
laughed and joked about not being surprised with the storm. We all looked like drowned rats and laughed as Vinnie's
Oscar entertained us with his cute tricks. Sweet Pea was disappointed because she couldn't find a cake to lick off all
the frosting as she did the last time we had to seek refuge in the camper. Jude and Judy were the first to leave, but, as
they were getting to the driveway, they met up with Cara and Jane with Maya and Dax. With that they turned
around so the picnic was extended a bit. All in all we had a wonderful time and memorable as always.
A Picnic in New Hampshire 2008
Fun was had by all again this year when Pat threw
another fabulous picnic. Those who were able to
attend enjoyed the friendship that has been developed over the years and who were able to spend a
great day with their beloved dachshunds.
Back from left: Karen, Sue & Auggie, Kay, Bob & Chili.
Front from left: Mary & Fritz, Bonnie, Pat with Tess,
Smudge & Spirit, Donna & Sadie, Judy & Don Mosteiro
with Frankie & Minnie
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T HE L ONG
AND THE SHORT OF IT
Health - Strangles
Juvenile Pyoderma, Juvenile Cellulitis, Cellular Dermatitis, which is commonly referred to as Puppy Strangles, is a mysterious immune system disorder where little
seems to be known as to the true origin of puppy strangles. One article states that
"their immune systems are activated by normal development and environmental exposures but then overreact and start identifying the body's own tissues as agents to
attack. The lymph glands swell since it is the lymphatic system that supplies and distributes the body's immune responses, and the pustules are actually filled with noninfected, sterile lymphatic fluid. The pups temporarily become allergic to himself." There is also the theory that puppy strangles could be an immune compromising
reaction to the puppy shots that were designed to prevent such health problems since
the shots actually contain live bacteria. So, combine that with an already weakened
immune system there could be a potential for illness.
Symptoms of puppy strangle include small, pimple-like bumps around the eyes, muzzle, abdomen, and other parts of the body. These mock the appearance of bacterial
rashes and may break open into lesions, oozing a yellowish liquid that during the healing process crusts over. These pus-filled lumps inside the ears is another warning sign. They begin quite small and can eventually
cover the inner surface of the ear. The entire ear may also swell significantly. Other signs include discharge, swelling and hair loss
around the eyes, muzzle, lymph node swelling in the throat and in the backs of the thighs. Rash-like areas accompanied by swollen
glands are serious warning signs.
Spirit’s first doctor visit after adoption. Notice
the swelling of his muzzle.
Because the immune system is weak, leaving puppy susceptible to illness, treatment consists of suppressing its action with corticosteroids (usually prednisone) with antibiotics in case of exposure to further infection while the immune system is suppressed. If
properly treated, the pup should be left with a completely healthy and functional immune system and no effect on future health or
life-span. However, that is not to say that the medications themselves will not cause
their own challenges. Besides the fact that the toxins left in the system by drugs can
further compromise the immune system and need to be cleaned out of the body, it is
thought that perhaps the steroids in some manner interfere with normal skeletal
growth and development. Of particular concern are the hip joints. To counteract any
such potential damage, it is recommended that the pup take a glucosamine supplement throughout the course of steroid therapy.
Footnote: So as to build Spirit's immune system and muscle recovery, he has been
given Vetri-Science's Gluta DMG, along with Symbiotics Colostrum, and B-Naturals
Immune Blend. In addition, he has been on a pure raw diet consisting of Bravo Complete Burgers, organic egg, and organic goat's milk yogurt.
Resources: Submitted by Jeannie Fazio; Dr. Jean Dodds Vaccine Protocol, Bright Star Setters, Teal Dachshunds, B-Naturals, VetriScience, Symbiotics, Bravo Raw Food
Before & After - Bobby, a CCDR foster, now adopted, came into rescue with a skin condition and allergies so bad he had no hair. Good food, good conditions and addressing his immune
disorder has made Bobby a
lovely Isabella (fawn & tan)
Longhaired. He is a far cry
from what he looked like
when he first came in to
rescue and feeling ever so
good now!
Before
After
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Dixie Doxie Festival news….
The last and final, and hugely successful, Dixie Doxie Festival was held in April 2008. This event had become so well known that
people from all over would look forward to attending. Dachshunds of all colors, shapes and sizes made the journey with their owners to visit those who shared the passion of the breed. It will be sad not to hear about all of the stories and people nor see all of the
wonderful pictures that go along with such a great picnic next year, but as happens, all good things come to an end eventually. The
pajama party that had become the “talk of the town” will leave a vacancy in surrounding motels for sure, but, if you listen carefully,
you will still hear the faint sounds of the barking of the hounds.
CCDR pays special tribute to Bonnie Marcus for her dedication and incredible ability to organize an event that took the entire year
to coordinate. Once one picnic was over, she began on the following year’s picnic plans and put an enormous amount of time and
effort plus personal money into an event that was looked forward to by all those who could attend. Deanette Sterner was also a
huge help and wrote vendors for donations. These two made the DDF what it became. The Dixie Doxie Festival will be missed by
all of those who looked forward to attending each year, but for those who were lucky enough to go, will always remember the
good times had by all.
Bonnie and Deanette, thank you Bonnie and Deanette for all of the hard work you did to make this event fun and enjoyable for all!
Below are a few pictures from the DDF.
Bonnie Marcus and Deanette Sterner
mmmmmmm gooood
Jerky Turkey
Frozen Sunrise
1 lb. Raw ground turkey (or chicken)
1 tbs. Extra-virgin olive oil
1 tsp. Finely chopped fresh herbs such as thyme or parsley (optional)
2 cups fruit juice (apple works best)
1 mashed and pureed banana
1 cup plain non-fat yogurt
1 cup pureed strawberries
Preheat oven to 200 degrees. Combine all ingredients in food processor and puree mixture. Line a jelly roll pan with aluminum foil or
parchment paper and pour mixture into it. Spread evenly.
Bake two hours with the oven door slightly ajar to allow the moisture to escape. Remove from oven and using a pizza cutter or knife,
cut into small portions. Place pieces back into oven, flipped over and
bake an additional one to two hours or until the treats are dry and
leathery. Store in airtight container in the refrigerator.
If you have a food dehydrator and a cookie press that allows for
ribbons to be pressed out, press out ribbons of meat in the dehydrator. Turn the dehydrator on high for 1 hour and then down to normal for 8 hours. Break apart the jerky treats and store in airtight bag
or container. Break into small bites for treats.
Combine all ingredients and whisk thoroughly. Pour mixture into
small disposable cups (three-inch bathroom or kitchen paper cups
work best).
Freeze until solid (at least 4 hours)
To pop out treat, push up on the bottom of the cup.
Both recipes from The Organic Dog Biscuit Cookbook by Jessica Disbrow Talley and
Eric Talley. Copyright 2008 by Cider Mill Press Book Publishers.
T HE L ONG AND THE S HORT OF IT
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In Loving Memory Of
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Nancy Kennedy. Susan Purdy Pelosi
Nancy Kennedy. Edward Kennedy
Evelyn Doherty, loving mom to her dachshund, Mitzi. She will be
missed greatly by her family and friends. Charles Doherty
Nancy Kennedy. Who was committed to rescue & a friend to all
who knew her. Judy Wade
Carol Nagy. Who had a passion to help homeless dachshunds till
her very end. Judy Wade
Scottie Brooks Rainey. Carolyn Sigman, Carol & Jack Avens,
Martha & Mickey Stafford
Scottie Brooks Rainey. Jayne Frank
Scottie Brooks Rainey. Pat Johnson
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Mrs. Scottie Brooks Rainey. Ms. Betty Anderson
In Loving Memory Of
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Our dearest little man "Harry" who went to Rainbow Bridge
11/09/07. He was our Breeder Rescue. Sadly missed and greatly
loved by Mommie, Daddy & sister Paula.
Gretchen. Kathrin Black
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Mona-Girl & Tiny-Tag-Along Mosteiro. Kenny & Judy
My dachshund Val who passed away on 12/17/07. Allison Botula
Gretel, Karen & Kay's sweet little girl. Bonnie Marcus
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Burt. Michael Eastwood & Jennifer Reiff
“Farbe”. My best Christmas present 6 ½ yrs ago. A puppy mill rescue
who captured my heart and is now terribly missed. Remembering you
forever, your mom, Cindy Christian
Our beloved “Maggie” Mosteiro, our cutie-patootie. Sadly missed and
forever in our hearts. Don & Judy Mosteiro
My sweet “Maggie”. I'll never forget how you always greeted me as I
came through the door. I miss you so much sweetheart. Love Mommie
Mona-Girl & Maggie Mosteiro. Nothing is the same without you in our
lives. We miss you both so much. Mommie & Daddy
Mona-Girl & Maggie, I miss sharing my biscuits with you. Frankie
Mosteiro
My sweet little “Barney”, a gentle long-haired red dachshund whom I
had for 18 wonderful years and crossed over to the Bridge on Tuesday, June 24. He will always be special since he was my first. Kathy
Robinson
Sweet little Daisy. Bonnie Konowitch
Jasmine, the dearest dog ever. You are sadly missed. Joni & John
“Zach” Canseco. Anne Divine
My sheltie, “Missy”, who was a constant companion to my dachshund, “Ziggy”. Janet Balsley
My sweet "Sweet Pea", beautiful baby-girl. I will miss singing to you,
Oh Sweet Pea won't you dance with me... Luv, Mommy
Our "Sweet Pea" Wade...how we miss filling the many holes she dug
in the yard but now we have a deeper hole that she left in our hearts.
Kenny & Judy
In memory of Ladybug. She was a sweetheart and we miss her so
much. Carl, Nadine and "Pappy" Poston
Our beloved “Gretel” who left us on Dec. 28th to join her sister
“Hannah” at the Bridge. Kay Childs & Karen Engeseth
Holly-Molly-By-Golly & our handsome boy Oscar Wade. Darling
precious ones how we miss you so. Luv Momma & Daddy
“Maggie” Mosteiro. Such a brave little one who loved counting her
‘eggs’ in her snuggle ball. Luv, Auntie Judy & Uncle Kenny
Harry, sweet boy of Aubrey Lees. Judy Wade
Gretel, beloved and missed by Karen & Kay. The Wade’s
“Maggie” Marcus, loved and missed by her family. Kenny & Judy
Our sweet Miss Mona--time only makes us miss you more and
more. Love from Mommy & Daddy.
Gretel from Delaware. Your mommies really miss you. Don &
Judy Mosteiro.
“Maggie” Marcus who is sadly missed. Judy & Don Mosteiro
Oscar Wade, Tiny-Tag Along, Mona-Girl & Maggie. Slurpy kisses
from Frankie Mosteiro.
Sweet dear Trudy loved and missed by Liz & Jan Trendowski.
Judy Wade
Thumper. Richard & Sharron Gebhardt
Lady “Piddles” Nichols. Theresa Nichols
Arnold. A loving doxie who passed away on 01/27/08. He was
adopted by a loving family in Scarsdale NY now sadly missed by
Mary. Larry, Allison, & Jonathan Handren
Mindy. Sandy Zuckerman
Dax. From Smudge, Tess, & Spirit
In memory of Sweet Pea Wade who was such a joy and is
missed very much by her family. Bonnie Marcus
“Gretel” Childs, dear sweet daughter of Kay & sister of
“Hamilton”. Irene Zdana
“Harry” Zdana who passed to the Bridge in November 2007. He is
sadly missed by his Mom & Dad & sister “Paula”. Karen & Kay
“Maggie” Marcus. Phyllis Hovious
IMO Maggie Mosteiro
In Honor of
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Reuben, belonging to Linda & Glenn Cockburn. Susan Pepe
Dr. Anne E. Chauvet of Veterinary Neuro Services in Sarasota FL for
going above and beyond her efforts to help a pet (“Oscar” Stewart)
in need of care and a very grateful Momma (Louise). Judy Wade
Sandy Zuckerman on her birthday (12/16). Margaret Ramsey
“J.R.” (adopted 10 years ago by Nancy Hamilton & Warren Ferguson)
celebrated his 20th birthday in January!!!! Yea! Judy Wade
Sage & Star (former foster dogs, now loving pets) for vet care for
CCDR foster dogs. Johnna Doughtie
My sister’s 52nd birthday. Lisa Pettinato
Jean Chapdelaine, Greg Schaal, and their doxie “Lulu”. Emily Duncanson
Our friends Mary P. & Cathie C. Happy 50th Birthday! Sincerely Linda
& John Malleck
Honey, Tina, & Missy. Joann Brugnetti
Karin Lang and her devotion to all of those Dachshund boys & girls,
and in hope that Slinky gets a good home. Donna Tadd
Vet care for CCDR foster dogs, in the name of Sage & Star (former
foster dogs, now loving pets). Johnna Doughtie
V OLUME 14 - S UMMER 2008
P AGE 11
I loved for Buddy
Tribute to Buddy
I wanted a dog and one found me in midlife ­
We were doomed to connect, sure to solidify
through sneaked laps from a coffee cup
and morning walks with all the low shadows.
He followed me through my insipid impatience,
danced in a circle when I returned from five minutes
or hours,
and still trotted up a stranger’s doorsteps to find
the woman who loved him first, maybe best.
I understand what it means to look
into corridors for those who loved you once
only to be yanked back into the brilliant world.
This is to say I remember, good friend.
I rattle my heart’s cage for everything you taught
and let you out one last time to a meadow where
bees thrum.
- Jennifer Hill-Kaucher 10.4.07
He was a great joy in my life. He had a penchant for coffee
(used to sneak it if I wasn't looking!) and spent most of his
time following me everywhere I went. He was my doxieshaped shadow. A year or so after we adopted him, we got a
kitten. After convincing Bud that the cat wasn't a snack, they
became fast friends and would often nap together. I don't
know much about his history prior to becoming my friend, but
I am almost certain he was adored by an older woman because
when we'd go out on walks he would walk right up to elderly
women as if looking for his lost friend.
My Buddy died of a brain tumor. We shared three terrific
years together. I always wanted
a dog in my life and I hope he
always wanted a Jennifer. I
thank you all for the work that
you do to connect the lives of
people with such delightful dogs. - Jennifer Hill-Kaucher
A tribute to those special dogs, we have loved and lost ….
Sweet Pea Wade
11/20/94-07/18/08
Jasmine McCormick
4/14/1994-2/29/2008
Maggie Marcus
5/2/1994 - 9/5/2007
In Memory of special people
Foster Granny
1990-July 2008
Member
Nancy Kennedy
Winston Millerd
Monet Trendowski
1990-2008
Gerta
Foster
Member
Carol Nagy
and the wrecking crew
Buddy
Foster
Dexter Dogs Fund
The members of CCDR know the tragedy that struck Cheryl and Jim Dexter starting in September
2006, but the public may not be aware of the horrific tragedy they endured and as a result the loss of
five of their six precious dogs and their remaining dog now suffering from the affects of also ingesting
it. The Dexter dogs died as a result of a cruel person who laced food with antifreeze and put it in the
Dexter’s yard. If that wasn’t enough to endure, the perpetrator returned and attacked again. The
Dexter's have started a fund for dogs in need of high cost medical care in the name of their beloved
pets. To learn more about the Dexter Dogs Fund please visit www.dexterdogs.net.
Blue
Smudge
Fred
Ginger
Advantage Printing
Non Profit Org.
US Postage
PAID
Permit 1308
Chatt, TN
4031 Brainerd Rd.
Chattanooga, TN 37411
Return Service Requested
Quick,
Take me to:
Coast to Coast Dachshund Rescue, Inc. is a National Non-Profit 501(c)(3) organization
Available dogs from Coast to Coast Dachshund Rescue - check them out on our website at www.c2cdr.org
Rico - MN
Petey - KS
Harley - NJ
Birdie & Schatzi - MN
Charley - FL
Otto - TN
Every dollar goes to helping the dogs and continue to allow us to help those in need. Thank you.
CCDR Donation Form
Name:
Address:
City/State/Zip:
E-Mail address:
Donation amount: $5
$10
$20
$50
$100
$Other ________
Donations can be made through the website, http://www.c2cdr.org by visiting the donation page or you can
send your tax deductible donation to:
CCDR
P.O. Box 1148
Jackson, NJ 08527-1148