Kibble & Bids Presents Fiesta del Oro!

August 2010

Volume 11, Issue 3

H O M E W A R D B O U N D G O L D E N R E T R I E V E R R E S C U E A N D S A N C T U A R Y , I N C .

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HOMEWARD BOUND A safe haven for Goldens finding their way home

K ibble & Bids™ is the premier fundraising event for Homeward Bound Golden Retriever Rescue and Sanctuary, Inc. (HBGRR) and this year it’s being held on Saturday, October 16th!! Situated on the lush grounds of a private estate

along the banks of the Sacramento River, Kibble & Bids™ features great food, premium wine & beer tasting, silent and live auctions, and an entourage of beautiful, rescued Goldens! Last year we beat all records ‐‐ in addition to rescuing a record number of dogs (850), we had a record number of attendees (1200) and raised a record $113,000 after expenses! While, for the dogs’ sake, we’re not hoping to see a significant increase in the number of Goldens we rescue this year, we do hope to raise enough money to adequately cover the costs of housing, food, trans‐port, and medical care. That said, we’re hoping to beat last year’s numbers by at least 10%. We realize it’s going to be tough to meet our financial goal of $125,000, given the state of the economy, but we’re hopeful that, with the continued support of all our generous donors, we can make our numbers!

We’re looking for all kinds of help in preparation for Kibble & Bids™ this year:

Donate! We’re looking for high‐quality items of all types for our silent and live auctions and raffle – vacation property that can be used as a weekend or weekday getaway, timeshare vaca‐tions, restaurant certificates, art glass, pottery, sports items including anything golf‐related, wine and food, theatre tickets, pet‐related items, etc.

Sponsor! Sponsorships are the lifeblood of Kibble & Bids™. We have several sponsorship levels to meet your financial needs, with associated benefits at each level. We welcome individuals sponsorship, corporate sponsorships, and business

sponsorships. (See page 6 for sponsorship info.)

Volunteer! Kibble & Bids™ cannot happen without our essential volunteers. We have all kinds of opportunities not only on the day of, but in the months leading up to Kibble & Bids™. Perhaps you’re interested in joining our planning team or doing something more short‐term. No matter what, we can use your help.

Keep abreast of Kibble & Bids™ developments on the Homeward Bound website: www.hbgrr.org. For donation, sponsorship, and volunteer information, you may contact Teri Bennett at either 916.202.6608 or [email protected].

Mark Your Calendar!

Kibble & Bids Presents Fiesta del Oro!Fiesta del Oro!Fiesta del Oro!

Saturday, October 16, 2010 2:00 – 3:00 pm Sponsor Reception 3:00 – 7:00 pm General Admission It’s Our 10th Anniversary!

In This Issue Bear’s Story Pg 2 Summer Safety Tips Pg 3 Double The Gold Challenge Big Success Pg 4 Happy Ever After—Ginger’s Story Pg 5 Kibble & Bids Sponsor Form Pg 6 Doggie Chefs Urgently Needed Pg 7 Calling Military Families! Pg 7 Obedience Training at HBGRR Pg 7 Rufus Runs 4 Rescue Pg 9 Farewell to Sonoma Pg 9 It’s Foxtail Season—Beware! ` Pg 10

T his is the story, of a special golden retriever that deeply touched those of us who came to know him along his way. His saga is just one exam‐ple of our collective struggle to save a golden life. Many of the dogs who come to rescue are well ad‐justed dogs who are simply victims of their family’s circumstances. Some require extra

attention and commitment to help them fulfill their poten‐tial as wonderful canine companions. Bear is just one such dog.

A Southern California rescue partner was called by her shelter contact about a dog that was available only to res‐cue. The surrendering family claimed that he had bitten one of their children after the child had repeatedly tor‐mented him. If a rescue did not take him he would be "put down." The volunteer arrived to meet him moments be‐fore shelter closing time, and hours before, well, before this guy’s end.

Due to liability, she was not able to hold his leash or touch him, but did observe him with the shelter worker. The volunteer thought this three‐year‐old looked as if he may have been mistreated his entire life. He was covered with ticks and fleas and probably had never been brushed or bathed. The surrendering family reported that their small dogs were allowed inside the house, but he never was.

This dog laid his head on the worker’s lap and gently leaned up against him. This was not an aggressive dog. In fact, he ap‐peared to be a sweet, happy dog who seemed mystified as to why he was in this place. Left outdoors

his whole life, ignored and neglected, but tail still wagging, this dog was a victim of his circumstances. The volunteer

and the shelter staff were skeptical about the family’s story, since after surrendering him, the family showed up at the shelter to visit “their dog,” and was turned away due to his neglected state.

The volunteer looked into this boy’s big, gold, pleading eyes, and feeling no fear of him, decided to take him out of the shelter, confident that somewhere there would be a better life for him.

This newly rescued boy received a new name, Bear, to mark the beginning of his new life. His first stop was the vet where he was neutered, and mer‐cifully, also bathed, groomed, and re‐lieved of ticks and fleas. The vet re‐ported that Bear had more ticks on him than they had ever seen on one dog.

Bear was placed with a foster family in Southern Califor‐nia. He quickly learned good house manners, and got some much deserved spoiling, including love, attention, and home cooked meals. Bear was nervous at first, as this was all new to him but quickly calmed down, learned to accept love, to take walks on leash out in the big world, which was overwhelming and frightening to him. Unso‐cialized as a result of having been alone in a back yard his whole life, he had not been given the opportunity to de‐velop the coping skills to do simple things like take a walk, ride in a car, or meet new people. He reacted by barking and lunging on leash, which proved challenging for the foster family who did not have the training or experience to help him overcome these behaviors.

Bear began learning to trust. His foster mom would hold his face in her hands and look into his eyes. He would gaze directly back with a steady, unflinching look that was full of trust, openness, and acceptance. She recalls how he "went bonkers" on the couch after eating a particularly good home‐cooked meal. When she described the activity to the volunteer who rescued him from the shelter, the

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When You Come From Darkness, Walk Toward the Light A Rescue Chronicle

By Candice Courtney

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I t’s heating up and as we have fun enjoying the outdoors this summer, there are real dangers for your dog. By taking a few steps you can ensure your pet’s safety and decrease the chance that disaster will happen.

HEAT STROKE: NEVER leave your dog in the car on a hot day!

Even if you crack the window and park in the shade, the inside of your car can reach 120 degrees in a matter of minutes! Your pet cannot perspire; he can only expel heat by panting and through the pads of his feet, so he can overheat quickly. Dogs are not as efficient at cooling themselves as humans are. Just being gone a minute while leaving your dog in the car could result in heat stroke, brain damage or death.

If your dog is left outside:

Make sure the dog has protection from the direct sun (shade tree, patio cover, etc.) and has plenty of clean drinking water. If it gets overheated, it can get heat‐stroke in its own backyard.

Exercising your dog on a hot day:

If you’re going to exercise your dog in the middle of the day when the temperature is at the highest, extra care needs to be taken with older dogs, short‐nosed dogs, and those with thick coats. Make sure you watch their breath‐ing and look for heat‐stroke signs as listed below. Also make sure they get breaks, rest and plenty of water.

Action: On hot days, limit exercise to early morning or evening hours. Keep in mind that asphalt gets very hot and can burn your pet's paws. If it’s too hot for you to walk bare‐foot, it’s too hot for your dog’s feet too.

Action: Make sure they have time to rest and have plenty of clean drinking water available.

Signs of over‐heating

• Extreme panting or labored breathing • The gums or eye membranes become a bright red • Extremely fatigued • Collapse and unconsciousness • Potential seizures • Lack of coordination • Excessive thirst • Vomiting • Rapid heart rate What to do:

If your dog exhibits any of these symptoms, get him out of

the heat immediately and into the shade.

Use cool, wet towels to bring down his temperature. If possible, place him in a tub of cool (NOT COLD) water. Do not use very cold water or ice, as this will constrict the blood vessels and won’t allow your dog’s body to release the heat.

Let your dog have small drinks of water.

Take your pet to the vet hospital ASAP! Heat stroke is very serious and is considered an emergency situation.

General Safety Rules

DO NOT put your pet in the back of a truck! The back of a truck bed can be very hot and the pads of your dog’s feet can be impacted and burned. In addition, flying debris is a hazard. If there is a sudden stop the dog can be thrown out and possibly hit by another car.

Action: Dogs should ride in the cab in a secure crate or with a harness made for dogs (doggie seat belt) you can purchase at a pet supply store.

Pool Safety: Always supervise your dog around a pool. Make sure he does not have free access to the outdoor pool.

Danger 1: Drinking the pool water that is treated with harsh chemicals can be poisonous. Keep your pets away from the pool and do not allow them to drink the water.

Action: Clean your pool with eco‐friendly cleaners and dispose of the old chemical laced water.

Danger 2: Pets can easily drown in pools, whether cov‐ered or not. Many pool covers are not attached all the way around the edge, leaving a gap that a dog can wiggle through. If there is a pool cover that floats on top, your dog could think that is a solid surface, may try to walk over it, and could easily fall in and drown.

Action: Make sure your dog does not have free access to the pool area. Block off the area or fence the area around the pool.

If your dog gets lost:

Action: Always have a collar with ID tags on your dog. The tag should have at least two phone numbers on it: your home phone or cell number and a number where you can be reached when on vacation. ID tags can be your dog’s ticket home.


Summer Safety and Golden Rules to Live

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O ur eighth annual Double‐Gold Challenge has been the most successful yet. Homeward Bound’s wonderful and generous supporters have stepped up to have their dona‐tions matched by our matching “Fund of Love,” thereby ensur‐ing that the Goldens we rescue will have the medical care they need in order to have their best possible chance at a great life.

Our matching Fund of Love was established by a group of indi‐viduals, foundations, and busi‐nesses. Most of those were mentioned in our last newslet‐ter. Participants in matching “Fund of Love” who were omit‐ted from our May newsletter are:

Vikki and Arthur Anderson

Janis and Bob Mondin

The Whalen Motz Family Trust

Bay View Hotels, Beach Resort Monterey

Homeward Bound supporters from far and wide sent in their donations to be matched by our Fund of Love, resulting in a wonderful outcome for Homeward Bound Goldens. Every one of the $103,000 raised will be dedicated to providing medical care for the dogs we rescue this year.

Last year we rescued 850 dogs, and our veterinary bills exceeded $360,000. This year we are on track to res‐cue even more dogs, and we are committed to giving each one the proper vaccines, medicines, spay and neuters, testing, therapy, surgeries; whatever they may need to be healthy and happy and find a great new home.

Thank you again to our matching “Fund of Love” do‐nors and to each and every one of you who partici‐pated in our Double the Gold Challenge. You are mak‐

ing a huge difference to dogs like our poster kids Cud‐dles and Cruz, and to others like Jasmine, Brock, Belle, Eva, Rusty and Maxwell, mentioned in our May news‐

letter, which can be viewed at www.homewardgoldens.org. Your donations make a differ‐ence to all the dogs we strive to help every day.

Update on Cuddles: She had her second hip surgery on June 30th and is recovering well. Because of your generosity, Cuddles, who was born without hip joints, will have the happy, healthy life she deserves. Her human parents can’t wait to see her running and playing and chasing squirrels.

Update on Cruz: This gorgeous youngster, who came to Homeward Bound with painful and debilitating el‐bow dysplasia, along with some behavioral issues, is now thriving. While with Homeward Bound, he under‐went bilateral elbow surgery and recovered beauti‐fully. He was adopted by a wonderful family who is committed to giving him the gentle, low impact exer‐cise he needs and to continuing his training. He now has the happy life that every Golden deserves.

Homeward Bound Supporters Accept the Challenge and Make 2010 Double the Gold a Huge Success

Cuddles

Cruz

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Dear Homeward Bound,

W e just wanted to send you these few lines to express our family’s sin‐cerest appreciation and thanks for your organization, and for the

special gift you found for us named Ginger, that has blessed our home and family these last few months.

Our 6‐year‐old daughter, Delaney, regularly refers to Ginger as her sister, and without any doubt Ginger has become one of the treasures of our fam‐ily. Delaney and Ginger, without any hesitation, regularly look out after each other. Ginger now sleeps nightly at the side of Delaney’s bed, and doesn’t move a muscle until Delaney gets up in the morning. Ginger is very devoted to Delaney and our family, as we are devoted to her.. She enjoys a good brushing, and her daily walks, she seemingly loves most of all.

Ginger, a 3‐year‐old Golden Retriever mix, is such a friendly, loving member of the family. She is extremely attentive and spends the entire day on a mission to please. Her original family couldn’t keep her any more, but she was the perfect match for our family. To know her, is to love her.

We’re so thankful for your organization and the friendly and helpful volun‐teer (Lea) that worked with us to find and introduce Ginger to our family. Ginger has been a blessing to our home just as Homeward Bound must be a blessing to all the Homeward Bound rescued Goldens that are looking for a leg up, a home, and a second chance at life. The Golden Retriever just seems to be such a wonderful breed, a ready made member for any family. Thanks for being there, Homeward Bound. Our family (including Ginger) thanks you with all our hearts. Homeward Bound, you’re a gift.

Sincerely,

The DeMorais Family

Happy Ever After! Ginger ‘s original family couldn’t care for her any longer and she was surrendered to Homeward Bound. It didn’t take long for this sweet mostly-

golden girl to find the perfect new family. Ginger is now the beloved member of the DeMorais family. We love the happy-ever-afters!

Ginger and Delaney Ginger

Ginger and her new family

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Homeward Bound

Calling All Active or Retired Military Families!

No Stairs and a Couple of Squares for the Stars and

Stripes!

H omeward bound is fostering a beautiful

nine year old blind golden for her military mom who is deployed overseas. We are looking for a compas‐sionate and caring foster home where Josie can hang out until her mom returns, where she can get a walk or two every day, be brushed and cuddled, and where mom can visit if she is stateside on leave. Josie needs a calm home, a bed in the same place, familiar friendly voices, and someone to su‐pervise her yard duties. Her hearing is sharp. She gets along with others. If you are a military family (active or retired) or if you know of someone who might want to give a fellow soldier the gift of love and security for her beloved golden, please call Jody at 916‐655‐1410. Of course, you don’t have to be military; non‐military families will be con‐sidered as well.

Y ou’ve heard the expression “It takes a village to raise a child.” It also takes a village to rescue 850 Goldens. Sadly, our “village” of volunteers willing to come out and help with the dogs is dwindling. Recently we sent out an urgent appeal for feeding volunteers. We were delighted to get some responses from folks who said they could help. We called some of those folks to schedule a time for them to come help. But on the appointed days not one volunteer showed up.

So, golden friends, we’re asking again for help. It’s a critical situation. The dogs are fed twice a day. It takes a team of three people to get the job done. On the days when we don’t have volunteers to help, Jody and Mike Jones must do the job by themselves. The ideal situation is that while two people feed and tidy the kennels, a third person (the run‐ner) escorts the dogs to and from one of three play yards for some time outside. It’s fast paced work but it’s an impor‐tant, gratifying job that must be done twice a day...every day.

Feeding times are 8:30—10:30 a.m. and 4:30‐6:30 pm. It’s an ideal opportunity for couples to work together. You must be at least 16 years old and it’s best if you live in the Sacramento area (due to the distance and traffic). We need peo‐ple who can commit to coming once a week, or (if we get enough reliable volunteers) once every other week. If you can help, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Don, at [email protected]

Obedience Training Now Available at Homeward Bound!

H omeward Bound is committed to giving our dogs and their new

families the best possible start in their new lives together. To this end, we are now offering Golden Rule Training. These four‐week basic obedience

classes are designed to help you and your new best friend make that transition successfully.

Level 1 group classes will be held on Saturday mornings from 9:30 to 10:30 at Homeward Bound. The next class starts August 7th and runs through August 28th. The classes will cover leadership, safety, nutrition, and basic obedience cues (focus, sit, sit‐stay, come when called, leash training). We can also discuss any behavior issues you are experiencing and find solutions. One on one consultations are also available, if the Saturday group class does not fit into your schedule.

We will run consecutive classes monthly. The fee for the four‐week session is $90. We will update the website with the future class calendar and application for train‐ing soon. In the meantime if you are interested in sign‐ing up for a group class or a consultation, or if you want more information, contact Kathryn at goldentrain‐[email protected]

HELP! Doggie Chefs Urgently Needed at Homeward Bound!


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volunteer responded simply, "He's happy." He began to blossom. The trembling dog that they had picked up from the vet 18 days earlier was becoming a loved, happy, and exuberant indoor dog who relished his outings to the park, even though they were fraught with the peril of other dogs' presence.

Bear was evaluated by a well known canine behaviorist in L.A., who reported Bear had, “low level aggression based in fear.” He felt Bear needed some time and space between his old life and new, but that he definitely “wants to be a Golden Retriever.” Due to his potential to be a wonderful dog, but also to his challenging behaviors, Homeward Bound was asked to take Bear, since we have a facility to house dogs that may need special attention or rehabilitation, and volunteers to give them the special attention they need. Bear arrived on a Golden Taxi transport. Anxious and overwhelmed by yet another new situation, he was initially fearful, but with kindness and patience, he began to trust. Remarka‐bly and almost immediately, he began to trust his Homeward Bound friends and resumed his transformation from isolated backyard prisoner into fabu‐lous loving canine companion.

At Homeward Bound we saw no sign of aggression. We learned that Bear loves to play ball and scratch his back in the grass. If there’s water around, the boy wants to be in it, although I learned that he had not come with actual swim‐ming experience. He loves to hang out and cuddle and put his paw on his person, seemingly to feel close. His initial fearfulness subsided as he began to welcome attention.

Bear successfully attended two of our regular Monday “pack training” sessions, learning to run and play and get along with other dogs in a relaxed pack, a new experience for him. He was calm and cooperative as he learned to walk with a Gentle Leader head collar. We asked a great deal of this boy in a short time and he did not disappoint.

After only a few days at Homeward Bound, the handsome Bear was spotted by one of our experienced adopters. She inquired about Bear, as she had a friend who was in search of a new canine friend. A meeting was arranged and the rest is history. Bear needed a loving home in which he

would get care and attention, as well as strong leadership and the opportunity and resources to continue his journey toward normalcy.

Days later, Bear met the woman who would become his new mom. She clearly had the confidence, assertiveness, and determination to be a good pack leader for Bear, and she sensed something special about him as well.

Brave Bear traveled home to yet another new situation which required more coping, more adjustments, but, happily, in a com‐passionate, caring setting. He en‐joyed a long evening walk and began the process of settling into his won‐derful new forever home.

Bear’s new humans learned he loves being an indoor dog and is happy to be with people. He also loves being in the yard with someone, but not alone. He barks in the yard if he can‐not see you, perhaps not wanting to revisit that feeling of isolation. They discovered that he loves playing under and around the water spraying from the garden hose. He leaps and rolls in the water, biting the spray from the hose. Great fun! Bear has learned to be quiet when someone comes to the door. His growling is now minimal and treats, with command “quiet,” seem to work. He has learned some basic

commands. A quick learner, he is smart and motivated by both attention and treats. When he tires of playing ball, he tosses it from his mouth and rolls on it for a good self‐induced back rub.

He has participated in a Saturday and Sunday morning neighborhood dog play group which aids his ongoing so‐cialization. Bear’s transformation has been amazing, but there are still challenges ahead. He began reverting back to some old behaviors. When on walks, as long as the gentle leader is on, his growling, barking, pulling, and leaping are minimal, and he walks fairly well. However, every car, jog‐ger, walker, etc. requires a stop/sit/stay focus on his per‐son. Worst case: anyone on a bicycle!! He comes com‐pletely unglued!

Committed to his ongoing rehabilitation, his new mom con‐tacted Homeward Bound for suggestions and references for

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Homeward Bound

Rufus Runs 4 Rescue Gets Tails Wagging!

O on June 13, friends of rescue gathered at American River College for a morning of friendship, fun, and lots

of dogs, in support of a great cause. Rufus Runs 4 Rescue started four years ago to promote canine rescue within the community. This event allows Homeward Bound to help other rescue organizations by sharing the profits. The groups benefitting from this year’s run were Homeward Bound, King’s Kastle, Sec‐ond Chance Cocker Rescue, Sacramento Independent Animals Rescuers, and VARK. This year’s profits exceeded $3700, thanks to the support of friends of rescue.

Rufus greeted everyone happily, and made everyone feel welcome. The much loved mascot of the event, Rufus survived dis‐temper when he was four years old. Be‐cause his original family did not spend the $15 on a distemper vaccine, Rufus contracted distemper and suffered a severe illness. Despite residual neurological effects of the distemper disease, Rufus recovered and is now is a happy, playful, vibrant dog.

Homeward Bound, along with co‐chairpersons Steve Harlin and Sharon Covington, wish to thank our vendors: Dr. Isa‐belle Busta with Five Tails Animal Wellness (mobile holistic veterinary medicine), Trends‐n‐Treats Pet Store on Sunrise and Madison, Nature’s Select Pet Food (delivered to your door), PETCO, Foster Farms Dairy, our DJ with Apollo Enter‐tainment, Camp Bow Wow in Elk Grove, FETCH! Pet Care, Golden Star Photos, Rainbow Designs, Yvonne McDonald with TUPPERWARE, Vibra Pet Food, Wag Hotels, and Your Paw Pal.

California Family Fitness was there to help us get warmed up, Pam Ontiveros kicked things off with the National An‐

them, and the run started. Our winners crossed the finish line as follow: Don LaSalle, 1st Place Runner; J.J. Nichols, 2nd Place Runner; Kellie Murphy, 1st Runner with dog; Rami Ta‐razi, 1st Walker with dog; Tiffany Taylor, Teen Challenge for signing up the most participants.

Our wonderful photographers with Golden Star Photos, and four photography students, Julie Gabele, Kyle Chiodo, Terri

Fuentes, and Sangita Patel captured a wide array of photos of the event. You can view all the photos taken on the morning of the run at:

http://rufusruns2010.shutterfly.com/ http://www.goldenstarphoto.com/

Students from Susan King’s agility school, Fun First Agility, graciously donated their time to entertain the crowd with an agility demonstration. They were fast, talented,

and loving every minute of it. To learn more about agility from Susan, her website is http://www.funfirstagility.com/.

Thank you to our raffle donors: Dapper Dog Mobile Groom‐ing, artist Debra Marlin, Kevin Cassidy and Kyle Metzler with Empire Golf, Panera Bread, Nature’s Select, Robert Ash, At‐torney at Law, Trends‐n‐Treats, and Tupperware.

We are faced with trying financial times, so we give a big THANK YOU to the vendors that stepped up to help us reach our goal of getting the word out about rescue. We ask that you support these generous folks. Golden thanks to all who participated in the run, and to our virtual runners who couldn’t join us, but donated anyway. We couldn’t have done it without all of you! We hope to see you all again next year as we continue to raise awareness about rescue. Remember your challenge for next year: bring one more per‐son with you.

The Last of the Buffalo Boys—A Farewell to Sonoma

R ecently Homeward Bound said goodbye to one of our most beloved alumni. Sonoma, who arrived at Homeward Bound at age 15, along with his son, Shadow were notorious because of

their severe dog aggression. But after Shadow passed, Sonoma became a bit more sociable. A kind adopter, Maria, took a chance on this “unadoptable” old fellow and filled his last years with love and security, until he crossed the Rainbow Bridge at nearly 18 years of age.

Maria took Sonoma everywhere with her. Sonoma was happy wherever he was as long as his Mom was there. She has many wonderful memories of Sonoma, but a couple of not so wonderful ones include a bout of sock‐eating that struck Sonoma around Christmas; he ate six socks, one after the other but only 5 came out the other end, so at going on 17, Sonoma had to undergo surgery to remove the sock! One evening Maria’s dad removed his bridge and set it on his lap. When he stood up, the bridge fell to the floor and Sonoma swooped in and ate it! Who knew a 17 year old could move that fast? Maria dutifully followed Sonoma around with baggies for a week and a half, waiting for that bridge to reappear. But no luck— that bridge was never seen again. Sleep well, Sonoma. We will miss you.

Homeward Bound Golden Retriever Rescue Mission Statement Homeward Bound Golden Retriever Rescue & Sanctuary, Inc. is a volunteer organization which rescues and heals displaced, abandoned, and homeless Golden Retrievers and Golden/Labrador mixes throughout Northern California, no matter their age or health. Homeward Bound secures safe, loving, homes through a comprehensive adoption program and also provides sanctuary for Goldens who cannot be adopted Homeward Bound will continue to serve as a model rescue organization, which addresses animal welfare needs throughout California and neighboring states. Due to HBGRR’s leadership in rescue, sanctuary, and education, all Golden Retrievers and other dogs will be well cared for, living in safe, nurturing, and loving homes.


Thank you e‐Bay sellers! A big golden thank you to all you e‐Bay

sellers who have included Homeward Bound as a char‐ity in your listings. The do‐nations are very much appre‐ciated and the exposure for Homeward Bound is great. Keep remembering us!

a behaviorist/trainer in her area. We were able to provide those referrals. She has also consulted her veterinarian, and is implementing the recommended tactics. She also found that when she walks Bear early in the morning when the neighborhood is quiet, they have a most pleasant time. She continues working with a behaviorist, and although Bear is a work in progress, all signs point to a bright future for him.

While most dogs who come to rescue are simply victims of life changes which make it impossible to continue caring for

a beloved family pet, some, like Bear, come from a life of neglect or abuse. For those unfortunate victims, additional resources, commitment and patience are required to help them blossom and become happy, well adjusted, and well mannered citizens. For those dogs, the rescue community often pulls together to give the dog everything it needs. Thanks to a committed, compassionate team of volunteers, and to a patient adoptive mom who is committed to his welfare, Bear is receiving what he needs to continue his Homeward Bound journey to a happy, secure life.


Foxtails—A Serious Health Hazard for Your Pets

S pring through fall in California is foxtail season. Foxtails occur where long grass has dried and gone to seed. They are public enemy number one in Northern California and are commonly seen in weedy areas, along walkways, hillsides and many back yards. Foxtails are soft and green from January through April, but as the weather warms, they turn brown and dry and DANGEROUS. Foxtails have sharp points at one end, and tiny barbs that point backwards, allowing them to move easily in the direction of the point, but not in the other direction. They "work in", but they don't "work out". Thus they can easily become imbedded in your pet’s fur, especially the paws, ears, and in nostrils, genital area, and even the eyes. As they work their way in, they cause infection, and if not treated can sometimes be fatal.

Foxtails can become imbedded in the nostrils and can mi‐grate into the nasal passages, causing intense distress. Fox‐

tails in the ear canal can puncture the membrane of the eardrum and enter the middle ear, causing hearing loss, and huge vet bills for you.

Once it enters the body through the skin, a foxtail may travel around in a limb or in muscle or organ tissue for long distances and periods of time, leaving long, hollow tracts behind.

Prevention: Check your dog over thoroughly after each outing. Check between toes and the bottoms of each foot. Check arm‐pits, and the anal and genital areas.

Keep your dog brushed out and free of mats: Foxtails may fall out of smooth hair with brushing, but will stick in mats and travel down them to and into the skin.

Keep the fur trimmed out of the bottom of your dog's feet and around his ears.

Keep your yard free of foxtails by mowing and using a weed trimmer.

Be alert for any swelling, draining, limping, sneezing, head shaking, head tilt, paw licking, or eye discharge. If you ob‐serve any of these symptoms, see your vet immediately.

Photos copyright © 1998 by Curtis Clark

Green foxtail

Dry foxtail

The Homeward Bound Goldens wish to thank Noah’s Bagels on Douglas Blvd. in Roseville for all the yummy bagels. Noah’s has generously donated bagels to us each week since the beginning of 2005. These healthy treats are greatly appreci‐ated. Golden thanks and four paws up to Noah’s Bagels!

Homeward Bound Golden Retriever Rescue and Sanctuary, Inc.

Your help and ideas are always welcome! Contact team leaders below if you’re interested in helping in any of

these areas.

Adoptions and Surrenders & Sanctuary Development

Mike and Jody Jones 7495 Natomas Road Elverta, CA 95626

916-655-1410 Fax: 916-655-3410

[email protected] Foster Families Maryann Farmar

[email protected] 916-429-7931

Placement Team Lynn Pihera, 916-428-2718

[email protected]

Golden Taxi Judy Kent

[email protected] 916-652-8744

Events Planning Jana Mauk, 530-346-9913

[email protected]

Volunteer Coordinator Don Fuller

[email protected]

Newsletter Lea Kachler-Leake, 916-225-2544 [email protected]

Information Technology Jim Greenhaw

[email protected] Website Management

Tim Taylor [email protected]

Lea Kachler-Leake, 916-225-2544 [email protected]

Kibble & Bids Teri Bennett 916-202-6608

[email protected] Andrea Lewis, 916-483-3399

[email protected]

Jody Jones, President Andrea Lewis, Vice President Jana Mauk, Secretary Judy Kent, Treasurer Kathryn Baines

Teri Bennett Dick Brothers Justina Codde, DVM, MS Candice Courtney Don Fuller Jim Greenhaw

Deb Haggerty Steve Harlin Mike Jones Lea Kachler-Leake Lynn Pihera

Homeward Bound Golden Retriever Rescue & Sanctuary, Inc.

Board of Directors

HOMEWARD BOUND STATS Dogs Rescued so far in 2010 :

497 Vet expenses: $117,000


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Action: Homeward Bound Dogs have been micro chipped; make sure you have called the micro chip company to change the registration information to your name, address and phone number, with alternate contacts.

Action: When on vacation, have an al‐ternate number (a friend in the area, temporary hotel phone number, etc,) where you can be contacted in case you and your pet are separated.

Summertime Fleas and Ticks:

Use of flea and tick treatments is im‐portant, especially in the summer months. Use one recommended by your veterinarian. Some over‐the‐counter flea and tick products can be toxic, even when used according to in‐structions.

It is important to use it when traveling;

Although your area may be free of ticks and fleas, some areas are infested with them. You can inadvertently bring fleas and ticks home with you!

In addition to protecting your dog from fleas and ticks, Heartworm Disease is a concern. The disease is transferred from animal to animal through mosqui‐toes; if your pet is not protected, he could contract it. Make sure you give Heartworm prevention monthly. The cost of the preventative is small com‐pared to the painful and costly treat‐ment of Heartworm Disease.

While the summer months can be fun, they can also be dangerous, please re‐member to keep your dog’s safety in mind, along with that of your family.


Volunteers are our most valuable resource! Join Us!

H ave you been thinking about volunteering for Homeward Bound? Want to know more about what opportunities are available?

Then please sign up to attend our next volunteer orientation. You’ll learn more about Homeward Bound and how you can get involved.

Whether you want to get involved just a little, or a lot, there’s a place for you at Homeward Bound. Come join us on Sunday, August 15, 1:00—3:00 p.m at the Homeward Bound Adoption Center For more information or to reserve a spot call Don, our Volunteer Coordinator at 916‐791‐4581, or e‐mail him at [email protected].

Gardening Volunteers Needed

O ur memorial garden needs gardeners to help it come

to life. We have three master gardeners who are planning/designing the garden, and work will begin in Sep‐

tember. If you enjoy gardening and would like to help to create a beautiful garden honoring those beloved Goldens who have passed on, please contact Don, our Volunteer Coordinator, at 916‐791‐4581 or e‐mail him at [email protected]

Homeward Bound Golden Retriever Rescue & Sanctuary, Inc. 7495 Natomas Road Elverta, CA 95626 Telephone: 916-655-1410 Fax: 916-655-3410

NON-PROFIT ORG.

U.S. POSTAGE PAID

ROSEVILLE, CA

PERMIT NO. 98

Our Golden Wish List

Visit our website at www.hbgrr.org

Landscaping Shade trees Grass seed Iris bulbs Bobcat—Loader bucket and auger Gardeners for the Memo-rial Garden (work to begin in Sept)

Save the Dates! Kibble & Bids 2010 Oct. 16 (note date change)

Office Supplies Postage stamps 8 1/2 x 11 copy paper

Construction Material 2 x 4’s (Douglas Fir) in lengths of 8 feet or longer 4 x 4's (redwood, Douglas fir, or pressure-treated posts), 6 x 6's (redwood, Douglas fir, or pressure-treated posts),

We also would welcome Lowes or Home Depot gift cards

For our Golden Guests Pill Pockets, small & large Pill Pockets (capsule size) Dog cookies PETCO gift cards PetSmart gift cards

General Maintenance & Laundry

Paper towels Garbage bags—heavy duty extra large Powdered laundry detergent

If you’re interested in donating any of the items on our wish list, please contact us at 916-655-1410.

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