Month: December 2016

BHRR’s ???
*Do not like the name he was being called*
Small Male English Mastiff – Shelter was told ~4 yet bylaw thinks younger as his build is very adolescent.

He was dumped at a very rural shelter as the home is having a baby.

He’s UTD on vaccines, housetrained, good with dogs/cats, playful and is great to handle.

Thank you to Holly/Bruce for offering to emerge temp foster him over the next 4-6 weeks.

Thank you to Kathy/Terry for also offering up their assistance.

We are working out the details of his transport now.

Holiday Miracle in the making……feeling so blessed to know such rescue angels!

*NOT YET AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION*

Someone had a special overnight picnic play date!

BHRR’s Big Ben!

Our play dates are an integral part of our programs at BHRR. Extremely popular and so highly successful. We want to help each dog reach their full potential and be the best well rounded plus balanced dogs they can be and our approved Volunteers aid us immensely in achieving this goal. Thank you!

Thank you to this lovely home in giving him this wonderful experience! AND for the great photo’s.

Thank you also to Sean & Mason for dropping off and also picking BHRR’s Big Ben up as I was working.

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We know many have been patiently….or, not so patiently waiting!!!

Here is the FOURTH instalment of our 2016 Traditional December 24th XMAS Eve Photo’s!
*8 more photo’s just added! To see all 30 pictures to date that have been posted, click on the actual album!*

As most dogs remain in their approved Temp Fosters, not all doggies could have their photo’s done BUT, we got those that we could! We will be posting over the next few days over 50 photo’s of BHRR doggies & a few of our own!

We have had quite a few come back for the Holidays as their families are travelling.

ALWAYS a blast for us at BHRR!

We cannot SHOUT out enough big thanks of our deepest appreciation to ALL those that stepped up to be part of our 14th ANNUAL SS to the BHRR dogs!

Another amazing successful year THANKS to so many angels that made it possible!!!

We only had 1 person not send their SS’s yet, as we had other kind plus thoughtful generous people send extra goodies to help cover any that were missed, we are so BLESSED to say that, each BHRR dog had something special to call their own this XMAS!!!

Many of these dogs are experiencing their very first XMAS of love, shelter, with enough food and, tons of helping hands, not hurtful or neglectful ones…. THANK you’s being sent out again to every wonderful and lovely Secret Santa that made this possible!!!

I am inspired by your caring, giving and, incredibly beautiful hearts!!! A million thank you’s being sent again!

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We know many have been patiently….or, not so patiently waiting!!!

Here is the FOURTH instalment of our 2016 Traditional December 24th XMAS Eve Photo’s!
*8 more photo’s just added! To see all 30 pictures to date that have been posted, click on the actual album!*

As most dogs remain in their approved Temp Fosters, not all doggies could have their photo’s done BUT, we got those that we could! We will be posting over the next few days over 50 photo’s of BHRR doggies & a few of our own!

We have had quite a few come back for the Holidays as their families are travelling.

ALWAYS a blast for us at BHRR!

We cannot SHOUT out enough big thanks of our deepest appreciation to ALL those that stepped up to be part of our 14th ANNUAL SS to the BHRR dogs!

Another amazing successful year THANKS to so many angels that made it possible!!!

We only had 1 person not send their SS’s yet, as we had other kind plus thoughtful generous people send extra goodies to help cover any that were missed, we are so BLESSED to say that, each BHRR dog had something special to call their own this XMAS!!!

Many of these dogs are experiencing their very first XMAS of love, shelter, with enough food and, tons of helping hands, not hurtful or neglectful ones…. THANK you’s being sent out again to every wonderful and lovely Secret Santa that made this possible!!!

I am inspired by your caring, giving and, incredibly beautiful hearts!!! A million thank you’s being sent again!

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We know many have been patiently….or, not so patiently waiting!!!

Here is the FOURTH instalment of our 2016 Traditional December 24th XMAS Eve Photo’s!
*8 more photo’s just added! To see all 30 pictures to date that have been posted, click on the actual album!*

As most dogs remain in their approved Temp Fosters, not all doggies could have their photo’s done BUT, we got those that we could! We will be posting over the next few days over 50 photo’s of BHRR doggies & a few of our own!

We have had quite a few come back for the Holidays as their families are travelling.

ALWAYS a blast for us at BHRR!

We cannot SHOUT out enough big thanks of our deepest appreciation to ALL those that stepped up to be part of our 14th ANNUAL SS to the BHRR dogs!

Another amazing successful year THANKS to so many angels that made it possible!!!

We only had 1 person not send their SS’s yet, as we had other kind plus thoughtful generous people send extra goodies to help cover any that were missed, we are so BLESSED to say that, each BHRR dog had something special to call their own this XMAS!!!

Many of these dogs are experiencing their very first XMAS of love, shelter, with enough food and, tons of helping hands, not hurtful or neglectful ones…. THANK you’s being sent out again to every wonderful and lovely Secret Santa that made this possible!!!

I am inspired by your caring, giving and, incredibly beautiful hearts!!! A million thank you’s being sent again!

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This is BHRR’s Pearl. She sadly came back to BHRR tonight.
 
She was adopted February 12th, 2016 and due to medical reasons for her Owner, she sadly had to come back to BHRR.
 
She will remain in our rehab program for at least the next 5 weeks per our protocols, allowing her to settle back in and for us to determine if she will be able to be placed back up for adoption or be a Haven Dog.
 
This is one of several professional photo’s that we had taken of BHRR’s Pearl during her time at BHRR prior to her adoption.
 
It is never easy seeing an Owner part with a dog that they truly love and please join me in keeping BHRR’s Pearl”s lovely Adoptive Owner in our thoughts and hearts……
 
This was a tough and rough night for all of us. 🙁
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Someone had his first picnic snack play date today!

BHRR’s Puppy Pile Granite! He is one of our Haven Dogs.

Thank you to this wonderful home for giving him and so many of the BHRR doggies a great experience.

This was BHRR’s Granite’s first play date without me and he did so well. He was great with their own three dogs and received love from the adults and kids both in this home.

We are always about helping to make the BHRR dogs the best that they can be and experiences like this keeps them becoming so well rounded plus balanced.

Truly grateful! AND for the extremely generous food donation!!!

We really are so blessed to have the BHRR Village that we do. So many strong links on that BHRR “CHAIN OF SUCCESS”!

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We know many have been patiently….or, not so patiently waiting!!!

Here is the THIRD instalment of our 2016 Traditional December 24th XMAS Eve Photo’s!

As most dogs remain in their approved Temp Fosters, not all doggies could have their photo’s done BUT, we got those that we could! We will be posting over the next few days over 50 photo’s of BHRR doggies & a few of our own!

We have had quite a few come back for the Holidays as their families are travelling.

ALWAYS a blast for us at BHRR!

We cannot SHOUT out enough big thanks of our deepest appreciation to ALL those that stepped up to be part of our 14th ANNUAL SS to the BHRR dogs!

Another amazing successful year THANKS to so many angels that made it possible!!!

We only had 1 person not send their SS’s yet, as we had other kind plus thoughtful generous people send extra goodies to help cover any that were missed, we are so BLESSED to say that, each BHRR dog had something special to call their own this XMAS!!!

Many of these dogs are experiencing their very first XMAS of love, shelter, with enough food and, tons of helping hands, not hurtful or neglectful ones…. THANK you’s being sent out again to every wonderful and lovely Secret Santa that made this possible!!!

I am inspired by your caring, giving and, incredibly beautiful hearts!!! A million thank you’s being sent again!

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We know many have been patiently….or, not so patiently waiting!!!

Here is the THIRD instalment of our 2016 Traditional December 24th XMAS Eve Photo’s!

As most dogs remain in their approved Temp Fosters, not all doggies could have their photo’s done BUT, we got those that we could! We will be posting over the next few days over 50 photo’s of BHRR doggies & a few of our own!

We have had quite a few come back for the Holidays as their families are travelling.

ALWAYS a blast for us at BHRR!

We cannot SHOUT out enough big thanks of our deepest appreciation to ALL those that stepped up to be part of our 14th ANNUAL SS to the BHRR dogs!

Another amazing successful year THANKS to so many angels that made it possible!!!

We only had 1 person not send their SS’s yet, as we had other kind plus thoughtful generous people send extra goodies to help cover any that were missed, we are so BLESSED to say that, each BHRR dog had something special to call their own this XMAS!!!

Many of these dogs are experiencing their very first XMAS of love, shelter, with enough food and, tons of helping hands, not hurtful or neglectful ones…. THANK you’s being sent out again to every wonderful and lovely Secret Santa that made this possible!!!

I am inspired by your caring, giving and, incredibly beautiful hearts!!! A million thank you’s being sent again!

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We know many have been patiently….or, not so patiently waiting!!!

Here is the THIRD instalment of our 2016 Traditional December 24th XMAS Eve Photo’s!

As most dogs remain in their approved Temp Fosters, not all doggies could have their photo’s done BUT, we got those that we could! We will be posting over the next few days over 50 photo’s of BHRR doggies & a few of our own!

We have had quite a few come back for the Holidays as their families are travelling.

ALWAYS a blast for us at BHRR!

We cannot SHOUT out enough big thanks of our deepest appreciation to ALL those that stepped up to be part of our 14th ANNUAL SS to the BHRR dogs!

Another amazing successful year THANKS to so many angels that made it possible!!!

We only had 1 person not send their SS’s yet, as we had other kind plus thoughtful generous people send extra goodies to help cover any that were missed, we are so BLESSED to say that, each BHRR dog had something special to call their own this XMAS!!!

Many of these dogs are experiencing their very first XMAS of love, shelter, with enough food and, tons of helping hands, not hurtful or neglectful ones…. THANK you’s being sent out again to every wonderful and lovely Secret Santa that made this possible!!!

I am inspired by your caring, giving and, incredibly beautiful hearts!!! A million thank you’s being sent again!

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We know many have been patiently….or, not so patiently waiting!!!

Here is the THIRD instalment of our 2016 Traditional December 24th XMAS Eve Photo’s!

As most dogs remain in their approved Temp Fosters, not all doggies could have their photo’s done BUT, we got those that we could! We will be posting over the next few days over 50 photo’s of BHRR doggies & a few of our own!

We have had quite a few come back for the Holidays as their families are travelling.

ALWAYS a blast for us at BHRR!

We cannot SHOUT out enough big thanks of our deepest appreciation to ALL those that stepped up to be part of our 14th ANNUAL SS to the BHRR dogs!

Another amazing successful year THANKS to so many angels that made it possible!!!

We only had 1 person not send their SS’s yet, as we had other kind plus thoughtful generous people send extra goodies to help cover any that were missed, we are so BLESSED to say that, each BHRR dog had something special to call their own this XMAS!!!

Many of these dogs are experiencing their very first XMAS of love, shelter, with enough food and, tons of helping hands, not hurtful or neglectful ones…. THANK you’s being sent out again to every wonderful and lovely Secret Santa that made this possible!!!

I am inspired by your caring, giving and, incredibly beautiful hearts!!! A million thank you’s being sent again!

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We know many have been patiently….or, not so patiently waiting!!!

Here is the SECOND installment of our 2016 Traditional December 24th XMAS Eve Photo’s!

As most dogs remain in their approved Temp Fosters, not all doggies could have their photo’s done BUT, we got those that we could! We will be posting over the next few days over 50 photo’s of BHRR doggies & a few of our own!

We have had quite a few come back for the Holidays as their families are travelling.

ALWAYS a blast for us at BHRR!

We cannot SHOUT out enough big thanks of our deepest appreciation to ALL those that stepped up to be part of our 14th ANNUAL SS to the BHRR dogs!

Another amazing successful year THANKS to so many angels that made it possible!!!

We only had 1 person not send their SS’s yet, as we had other kind plus thoughtful generous people send extra goodies to help cover any that were missed, we are so BLESSED to say that, each BHRR dog had something special to call their own this XMAS!!!

Many of these dogs are experiencing their very first XMAS of love, shelter, with enough food and, tons of helping hands, not hurtful or neglectful ones…. THANK you’s being sent out again to every wonderful and lovely Secret Santa that made this possible!!!

I am inspired by your caring, giving and, incredibly beautiful hearts!!! A million thank you’s being sent again!

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We know many have been patiently….or, not so patiently waiting!!!

Here is the SECOND installment of our 2016 Traditional December 24th XMAS Eve Photo’s!

As most dogs remain in their approved Temp Fosters, not all doggies could have their photo’s done BUT, we got those that we could! We will be posting over the next few days over 50 photo’s of BHRR doggies & a few of our own!

We have had quite a few come back for the Holidays as their families are travelling.

ALWAYS a blast for us at BHRR!

We cannot SHOUT out enough big thanks of our deepest appreciation to ALL those that stepped up to be part of our 14th ANNUAL SS to the BHRR dogs!

Another amazing successful year THANKS to so many angels that made it possible!!!

We only had 1 person not send their SS’s yet, as we had other kind plus thoughtful generous people send extra goodies to help cover any that were missed, we are so BLESSED to say that, each BHRR dog had something special to call their own this XMAS!!!

Many of these dogs are experiencing their very first XMAS of love, shelter, with enough food and, tons of helping hands, not hurtful or neglectful ones…. THANK you’s being sent out again to every wonderful and lovely Secret Santa that made this possible!!!

I am inspired by your caring, giving and, incredibly beautiful hearts!!! A million thank you’s being sent again!

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We know many have been patiently….or, not so patiently waiting!!!

Here is the SECOND installment of our 2016 Traditional December 24th XMAS Eve Photo’s!

As most dogs remain in their approved Temp Fosters, not all doggies could have their photo’s done BUT, we got those that we could! We will be posting over the next few days over 50 photo’s of BHRR doggies & a few of our own!

We have had quite a few come back for the Holidays as their families are travelling.

ALWAYS a blast for us at BHRR!

We cannot SHOUT out enough big thanks of our deepest appreciation to ALL those that stepped up to be part of our 14th ANNUAL SS to the BHRR dogs!

Another amazing successful year THANKS to so many angels that made it possible!!!

We only had 1 person not send their SS’s yet, as we had other kind plus thoughtful generous people send extra goodies to help cover any that were missed, we are so BLESSED to say that, each BHRR dog had something special to call their own this XMAS!!!

Many of these dogs are experiencing their very first XMAS of love, shelter, with enough food and, tons of helping hands, not hurtful or neglectful ones…. THANK you’s being sent out again to every wonderful and lovely Secret Santa that made this possible!!!

I am inspired by your caring, giving and, incredibly beautiful hearts!!! A million thank you’s being sent again!

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We know many have been patiently….or, not so patiently waiting!!!

Here is the SECOND installment of our 2016 Traditional December 24th XMAS Eve Photo’s!
*7 more photo’s just added! To see all 14 pictures to date that have been posted, click on the actual album!*

As most dogs remain in their approved Temp Fosters, not all doggies could have their photo’s done BUT, we got those that we could! We will be posting over the next few days over 50 photo’s of BHRR doggies & a few of our own!

We have had quite a few come back for the Holidays as their families are travelling.

ALWAYS a blast for us at BHRR!

We cannot SHOUT out enough big thanks of our deepest appreciation to ALL those that stepped up to be part of our 14th ANNUAL SS to the BHRR dogs!

Another amazing successful year THANKS to so many angels that made it possible!!!

We only had 1 person not send their SS’s yet, as we had other kind plus thoughtful generous people send extra goodies to help cover any that were missed, we are so BLESSED to say that, each BHRR dog had something special to call their own this XMAS!!!

Many of these dogs are experiencing their very first XMAS of love, shelter, with enough food and, tons of helping hands, not hurtful or neglectful ones…. THANK you’s being sent out again to every wonderful and lovely Secret Santa that made this possible!!!

I am inspired by your caring, giving and, incredibly beautiful hearts!!! A million thank you’s being sent again!

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We know many have been patiently….or, not so patiently waiting!!!

Here is the FIRST instalment of our 2016 Traditional December 24th XMAS Eve Photo’s!

As most dogs remain in their approved Temp Fosters, not all doggies could have their photo’s done BUT, we got those that we could!

We have had quite a few come back for the Holidays as their families are traveling.

ALWAYS a blast for us at BHRR!

We cannot SHOUT out enough big thanks of our deepest appreciation to ALL those that stepped up to be part of our 14th ANNUAL SS to the BHRR dogs!

Another amazing successful year THANKS to so many angels that made it possible!!!

We only had 1 person not send their SS’s yet, as we had other kind plus thoughtful generous people send extra goodies to help cover any that were missed, we are so BLESSED to say that, each BHRR dog had something special to call their own this XMAS!!!

Many of these dogs are experiencing their very first XMAS of love, shelter, with enough food and, tons of helping hands, not hurtful or neglectful ones…. THANK you’s being sent out again to every wonderful and lovely Secret Santa that made this possible!!!

I am inspired by your caring, giving and, incredibly beautiful hearts!!! A million thank you’s being sent again!

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We know many have been patiently….or, not so patiently waiting!!!

Here is the FIRST instalment of our 2016 Traditional December 24th XMAS Eve Photo’s!

As most dogs remain in their approved Temp Fosters, not all doggies could have their photo’s done BUT, we got those that we could!

We have had quite a few come back for the Holidays as their families are traveling.

ALWAYS a blast for us at BHRR!

We cannot SHOUT out enough big thanks of our deepest appreciation to ALL those that stepped up to be part of our 14th ANNUAL SS to the BHRR dogs!

Another amazing successful year THANKS to so many angels that made it possible!!!

We only had 1 person not send their SS’s yet, as we had other kind plus thoughtful generous people send extra goodies to help cover any that were missed, we are so BLESSED to say that, each BHRR dog had something special to call their own this XMAS!!!

Many of these dogs are experiencing their very first XMAS of love, shelter, with enough food and, tons of helping hands, not hurtful or neglectful ones…. THANK you’s being sent out again to every wonderful and lovely Secret Santa that made this possible!!!

I am inspired by your caring, giving and, incredibly beautiful hearts!!! A million thank you’s being sent again!

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We know many have been patiently….or, not so patiently waiting!!!

Here is the FIRST instalment of our 2016 Traditional December 24th XMAS Eve Photo’s!

As most dogs remain in their approved Temp Fosters, not all doggies could have their photo’s done BUT, we got those that we could!

We have had quite a few come back for the Holidays as their families are travelling.

ALWAYS a blast for us at BHRR!

We cannot SHOUT out enough big thanks of our deepest appreciation to ALL those that stepped up to be part of our 14th ANNUAL SS to the BHRR dogs!

Another amazing successful year THANKS to so many angels that made it possible!!!

We only had 1 person not send their SS’s yet, as we had other kind plus thoughtful generous people send extra goodies to help cover any that were missed, we are so BLESSED to say that, each BHRR dog had something special to call their own this XMAS!!!

Many of these dogs are experiencing their very first XMAS of love, shelter, with enough food and, tons of helping hands, not hurtful or neglectful ones…. THANK you’s being sent out again to every wonderful and lovely Secret Santa that made this possible!!!

I am inspired by your caring, giving and, incredibly beautiful hearts!!! A million thank you’s being sent again!

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Someone has fallen fast asleep while waiting for Santa to come! So much excitement and anticipation!!

BHRR’s Steam AKA Steam Boat has fallen asleep on top of BHRR’s Puppy Pile Granite’s giant stuffie that was given to him by his special SS!

Thank you to all of our special SS’s this year! Sadly, we did have one person not honour their offer to be a Secret Santa. SO, THANK you to all that donated extra so we could give this BHRR doggie a wonderful spoiling XMAS also…..I am deeply thankful to know such beautiful Santa Angels.

I have also been receiving many messages re: our traditional annual XMAS Eve Photo’s and they shall be coming!!!  

From our home to all of our wonderful family and friends, may Santa truly spoil each of you rotten!!! We hope that you are safe, happy and surrounded by so much love……

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THANK you to all that came out yesterday to attend our 5th Annual ‘CHAIN OF SUCCESS’ Thank you Pooch/People Potluck!

Here are 13 of the dogs waiting for our almost 40 guests to arrive!

AND, here is part of the post I made in the Potluck Group to all of our attendees!

“Now that the horses and dogs have been fed plus watered and rotated and are settling down for the night….it gives me the proper opportunity to say thank you to our 35 absolutely amazing and incredible guests!

Thank you for the laughs, the conversation, the memories made, the food and the kindness of Secret Santa gifts for the BHRR dogs and to BHRR!

Thank you for the great experiences given to our BHRR dogs as so many have come to BHRR broken, beaten, scared and lost….what you give to them with loving touches and kind words, I shall truly be forever indebted to all for. So many have never had a gentle caring hand or heard a soft loving word prior to our rescue and each of you are showing them that not everyone is cruel and are assisting in building up their confidence plus helping them heal….

I am so grateful of your time and this is a gift that you are giving each BHRR dog when you visit. Thank you for that!

Thank you to Brooke and Elizabeth for their time, patience and sense of humour with spastic Baby BHRR’S Kaos as we attempted photo’s of him to make his own long awaited, much anticipated and truly wonderful special announcement!! You did it sweet precious boy!!!

Our 50/50 was $205 and Elizabeth with her beautiful heart donated her winnings back($102.50) for us to help pay off BHRR’s Maple’s Emergency Surgery bills! Thank you also to those who dropped monies into the donation jar – $50 CDA & $120 USA. Humbling….

Thank you to BHRR BOD Mary for being such a great treasurer!

After a tough week and a bit – so much worry & and stress on a couple of *fronts*, so, having today with all of you was really wonderful……just to be around all of you is comforting and inspirational and motivating…..in my darkest rescue moments, it is days like this I hold close to my heart and gives me the strength to fight again for what is right…….please know that you give me this special gift when you come to visit!

Thank you to everyone that made today the WOW & amazing day it was!

Until next year….may Santa spoil all rotten!”

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As of January 2017, BHRR’s Rain shall be off to be perma-fostered. This shall be a wonderful experience for her! This home has temp fostered 5 times for BHRR in the past and she will be in excellent hands!

We have made the decision that BHRR’s Skye shall be moving to our BHRR Haven Program. We believe this to be in her best interest.

We have made the decision that BHRR’s Big Ben is going to move to our BHRR Haven Program. We feel it is in his best interest.

Here is a photo of BHRR’s Rubble and one of his ‘fav’ humans, Gail at our 5th ANNUAL ‘CHAIN OF SUCCESS THANK YOU POTLUCK’ for Pooch/People yesterday!

Another amazing event! Almost 40 people in attendance and great times, memories, food plus conversations!

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BHRR’s Maple’s histio/pathology report

AND then there were none!

Today was our last BHRR approved adoption of 2016 and it was for the last of our BHRR Puppy Pile x 7 born April 14th, 2016!

BHRR’s Corbin, aka ‘Corbie’ aka Mason’s ‘Care-Bear’ was ADOPTED today!

Thank you to his wonderful new forever loving Adoptive family for going through our thorough adoption process and opening up your lovely home today for this home-visit. Thank you to Gail for assisting Mason & I at this home-visit.

Makes such drives as this – 5 hours on the way down and much longer as we plug our way through some pretty nasty snow and traffic – so worthwhile!

BHRR’s Corbin, we shall miss you as we do all of your now adopted siblings yet, we look forward to updates and pictures as you go through these next chapters of your most beautiful life!

This is ‘George’, BHRR’s Corbin’s new ‘big brother’ and Corbie also has two cat siblings, rabbits and birds also.

Tears of missing you shed yet tears of happiness also……letting go is never easy….for we adore all of our BHRR dogs!

The BHRR Puppy Pile x 7 now live from Edward to Richmond Hill, Ontario. In our hearts always they shall be and Mama Marbles also.

Mason, you should feel so proud! I know I am of you and this litter that you helped whelp.

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WOW! What a day!!

Will make a separate ‘Gwennie Novel’ post re: the most incredible and amazing Santa Paws Event today at Pet Valu Stittsville THANKS to so many! Just so heartwarmed by today’s blast of an event!

This post is to say that we are now all settled into our room for the night after a long though mostly pleasant traffic drive of almost 5 hours!

BHRR’s Puppy Pile Corbin has settled back into hotel life like a charm! Suppose he remembers his October travel trip when his brother BHRR’s Ross was adopted

Tomorrow is our last home-visit of the year(our annual shutdown begins on the 16th for adoption approvals) for a possible approved adoption and we shall update all as we can!

Good night wishes from us to all of our friends and family!

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Please keep this sweet beauty in your best wishes today!

BHRR’s Maple is in for an urgent surgery this AM for a sudden mass biopsy and possible removal(Her vet may wait to see the histio/pathology results first of the biopsy).

She weighed 113.52 pounds when I had her in for a needle biopsy, exam and bloodwork late last night. 10 cc’s drained until BHRR’s Maple became too uncomfortable. Acellular results.

Her approved foster home reached out to us last weekend to say that she had a small lump and were going to take her to their own Vet for addressing later that week.

I then received a call on Tuesday night to say that the ‘lump’ was much bigger. I drove immediately after work to pick BHRR’s Maple up and then had her in to see one of our Vets.

This was not a lump. It is a substantial mass – measured at over 4″ in length and it is along her mammary chain.

BHRR’s Baby Kaos is also here today as his ortho specialist(unfortunately, they had to cancel his last two apt.) is going to re-examine his leg again as part of his continued follow-up plan with Kaos. His ortho specialist was last leaning towards more surgery to scope that knee again and possibly do a TPLO yet one step at a time!

Will update as we can……

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Someone is now 6 MONTHS of age!

Thank you Andrea and Maira!

We remain working hard behind the scenes on this…do not want to jinx anything…..hoping for some serious confirmation on things….and soon….

Will follow-up again tomorrow on this…..

Happy 6 month Birthday *Jack*!

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Someone had an awesome play date today!!! BHRR’s Abby (7.5 years old) on the right.  

Thank you Steev for being such a good boy and sharing your humans with BHRR’s Abby today!!

From what I have been told, she had a good run at a dog park  , may or may not have had a piece of ‘bacon’  , watched a movie and had a nice snooze!! Sounds like such a wonderful day!

I am truly forever indebted to those that have taken her out on play dates over the past few weeks! This is her third date in the last month and I think they are going to her head for boy was she ever feisty this AM!!  Steev was just happy to have a friend and BHRR’s Abby was at first a crotchety vocal gal wanting all the human attention on her yet she settled down nicely!!

Got to love her spunk!

She remains AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION!

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BHRR’s Giselle!
December 2nd, 2016

Not the best photo yet it is so dark and gets dark early these days! 🙁

She had her latest recheck tonight and is up another 3 kgs! WTG! She weighs just over 110 pounds now.

Each time we go in, she is better and better and more relaxed and stable. SO proud of her!

Tonight, she even walked on to the scale herself!

Her back feet are so much better…her front feet are better yet still red/raw and a bit swollen.

Her coat is coming in so nice and shiny! Her Vet made a lovely comment re: that! She still has some big area’s on the back of her neck and head that are still quite bald and pink and her Vet is putting her back on Ketoconazole 200 mg – 1.5 tablets SID for another 3 weeks.

So much more could be done to her this time around….she was so much happier and more comfortable and also in feeling better, her tail wags so much more – more than one comment about how strong and like a whip it is!

We were able to draw blood without issues for her Accuplex(Heartworm/Tickborne disease testing) and pre-op bw to spay her.

When she is spayed, we will do biopsies on some of the countless 1 mm bumps she has between her toes on the underside.

Both ears were able to be so much better and thoroughly looked at this time and her right ear is looking good…the left ear required more antibiotics.

Both eyes also were able to be more thoroughly looked at – fluroscein eye stain was once again applied to the left eye and this time also to the right eye as she was so good about allowing things to happen!

Both eyes do not have ulcers and she does have entropion that we will look into further for possible surgical intervention. When she is sedated for her spay, a much better look can be made on them.

She also remains on a fish based food to help her skin.

Whatever she needs….she will have….

She is a gorgeous ‘hot mess’ yet less of one than she was the day that she first arrived and at her last recheck.

This girl once she is ready – her obedience is coming along nicely and she is trusting more and more – is going to make a right matched forever loving home the best of additions!

She is full of personality as noted again by the staff tonight, a woman who knows her own mind, opinionated, strong willed, affectionate, a real ham, a bit of a comedienne, a no half measure kind of gal, uber loyal, quirky and will keep anyone on their toes!

She will need an experienced home full of that right positive balanced consistency, structure, obedience and a big dosing of love! She has so much still to learn about helping hands, not neglectful hands…..

AND, the Vet admired just how much more muscle mass and strength that she has in her hind end now….even from her last recheck visit!

While we have a long way still to go with this beautiful gal, she is making so much progress…

Changing a lifetime of neglect and undersocializing will not happen overnight….

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NOTICE:

BHRR does not adopt out during the XMAS season due to our position that it is not in the best interest of any new addition being added during such a busy, exciting and somewhat stressful time for many.

Quite a few other Rescues, Shelters, Pounds etc. have also begun to follow a similar protocol to what we have been doing for 2 decades.

Our XMAS Shut down period for this year is from Friday December 16th, 2016 to Tuesday January 3rd, 2017 inclusive.

Any applications received during this time will be processed/reviewed as of Wednesday January 4th, 2017!

During this time, BHRR is available 24/7 as always for requests for assistance of animals in need.

Thank you for your continued understanding – The BHRR Team