Dachsund brothers Max and Milo survive and abuse and thrive today. Click on the video below to watch their story.
Dogs rule.
Something happened in the kitchen
Dogs rule.
Tyler likes the big bed
Our prettiest (only girl) got very comfortable this morning in the “big bed” and is currently practicing being invisible so that she can stay right where she is…
Dogs rule.
Things dogs teach us
Dogs rule.
(tipped by RR reader John)
Donations: Fire destroys home of National Mill Dog Rescue founder
This is sad news about someone who does a lot for many.
The Black Forest fire, located near Colorado Springs, began on June 11th and continues to burn.
At least 380 homes have been destroyed so far including the home of Theresa & Rich Strader and their daughters.
Theresa is the founder of National Mill Dog Rescue. More than 7,700 dogs have been rescued from puppy mills during the past 6 years thanks to Theresa and her efforts. The Strader home was the original home of NMDR and their beloved dog, Lily.
Friends and supporters of the Strader family and NMDR are collecting donations to help the family get back on their feet and begin to rebuild their lives again.
As someone who doesn’t live an extravagant lifestyle, it’s difficult for Theresa to accept help and donations from others, usually she is the one giving the help. Helping the Strader family get back on their feet will allow Theresa to continue helping others.
I know many Randy Report readers are dog lovers just as I am. And I appreciate the work Theresa does on behalf of these beautiful furry friends.
A regular reader, Lisa, pointed out Theresa’s situation and I wanted to share with you and give you the opportunity to possibly help this hero. Of course, only if you feel it. This is a situation where any amount, no matter how large or small, helps.
Note: The account name for this fundraiser is Dan Taylor, a friend of the Strader family. 100% of funds will go directly to the Strader family.
Also, if anyone in the local area has an RV, 5th Wheel, or Trailer that they would be willing to set up at their kennel (near Peyton, Colorado) for temporary housing of volunteers/fosters who have been evacuated – please reach out to them. They are trying to help folks who have been evacuated. TEXT – Jenny Whitt at (407) 342-3131.
More infomation about National Mill Dog Rescue and Theresa Strader can be found on NMDR’s website.
Sad Dog Diary
After the fab success of “Sad Cat Diary”, we now may know the intimate musings of our favorite canines such as they worry that they shook hands with a neighbor but have no idea what they agreed to with that handshake? (“Cat says this is how the Devil buys souls.”)
I love that Dog refers to his owner as “my dearest human…”
LOL.
Dogs rule.
Puppy vs doorstop
Who wouldn’t smile at this little guy?
Dogs rule.
Dog meme of the day
Sent to me by my husband, Michael.
I assume he’s talking about our dogs, but, hmm….
K-9 Police farewell salute goes viral
A K-9 police dog in Massachusetts was honored by officers Friday as he was walked to the animal hospital where he would be put down, CBS Boston reports:
Plymouth Police gathered Friday to say goodbye to their friend and K-9 partner German Shepherd Kaiser.
On Wednesday, the Plymouth Police Working Dog Foundation announced that Kaiser was suffering from kidney failure and would be laid to rest on Friday.
“Kaiser battled this disease with vigor and toughness like I have never seen before. Although, as of late, the disease has taken the upper hand forcing him out of his craft and ultimately out of this world,” Officer Jamie Lebretton wrote on the foundation’s Facebook page.
Kaiser, who worked with Officer Lebretton, was laid to rest in the Angel View Pet Cemetery in Middleboro. The photo above, for obvious reasons, has gone viral on social media.
Wrote Lebretton on Facebook:
RIP my boy. I could not have asked for a better partner or friend. May you rest easy and wait for me at that sacred bridge. I will be there my friend. I will be there. I will never forget you or our accomplishments. You made me a better person, a better handler, and a better cop. Till we meet again kai. I love you and will miss you daily.
And to my boys and blue. Never in my career have i ever been so proud. You out did yourselves today. I could not have asked for a better send off. Kaiser truly was part of the department and loved being a police dog. My fellow K-9 handlers, you are a cut above and showed everyone what being a handler is all about…our pups. I thank each of you and you have my respect forever.
Kenny Ballinger and Marc Higgins, thank you for being there for my family and i as we weathered the storm. It was difficult, but i gained strength through you.
Lastly, to all of you who sent your regards over the past few days…I thank you. I read every single post and listened to every message. Kaiser served you well and the streets of Plymouth were safer when he was on patrol. The compassion was overwhelming and i am humbled at the support from perfect strangers.
God Bless you all.
