Dedicated to the Rescue, Rehabilitation, and Placement of Purebred Shelties

The Sheltie Bark The Newsletter of Second Chance Sheltie Rescue (SCSR) Spring 2012

HIGHLIGHTS OF 2011

SCSR found forever homes for 13 Shelties in 2011 and

brought 35 dogs into rescue. We assisted with the in-

take and transport of 16 Shelties to neighboring Sheltie

rescues and 12 Collies to area Collie rescues.

We participated in several community activities and fes-

tivals in 2011, as well as hosting a couple of our own

events. You may have seen us at Missouri Tartan Day

in St Charles, the Scottish Games and Cultural Festival

in Forest Park, the St. Louis Pet Expo at the St. Charles

Convention Center, and at the Spirit of St. Louis Canine

Games or the U-Fli Flyball Competition, both at Purina

Farms in Gray Summit.

On April 30th, we held our first Sheltie Spring Fling. The

theme was an old fashioned ice cream social with fro-

zen yogurt treats for the dogs and Ted Drewes for their

people. We had agility jumps to try, rescue trivia con-

tests, and pet photos by Marian Brickner, professional

animal photographer. The event was so much fun, we

are making it an annual event!

We held our annual reunion picnic October 22 at the

AKC Museum of the Dog. We had a great turnout of

Shelties and their people from far and wide. Charley

and his adoptive parents, Allison and Rob, traveled all

the way from Rock Island, IL to join us! We had some

great raffle and silent auction baskets, plus awesome

pet photos by Marian Brickner. Marian is so kind to do-

nate her time and skills to us. We hope to see even

more of you in 2012. It is a thrill for us to be reunited

with our former foster dogs and their families!

Sheltie Rescue Spring Fling!!

Saturday, May 5, 11:30a - 3:00p AKC Museum of the Dog, Queeny Park

Ted Drewes Frozen Custard for the humans, treats

for our dog friends, and lots of Sheltie fun!

RSVP by April 28 to springfling@sheltie4me.com

so we know how many treats to buy.

See the Events page on our website for more info.

SCSR exists solely on donations and fundraising. We

are grateful for donations of any amount. Funds are

used to cover vet expenses and other costs incurred in

caring for rescued Shelties. A form is provided in this

newsletter, or you may donate using PayPal by clicking

the PayPal link on the lower left corner of our website

www.sheltie4me.com.

The Shelties need us...and we need you.

THANK YOU for your continued generosity.

Sheltie kisses to all of our wonderful volunteers!!

Thanks for all of your hard work! We love you!!

SUMMER TRAVEL is just around the corner…

Many of us take trips during the summer months and it’s important that we consider the safety of our pets when traveling with them. Here are some tips to re-member when traveling with your four-legged friend.

- ALWAYS crate your pet when riding in the car, or use one of the travel harnesses available at most pet retail-ers. An unrestrained pet can easily end up injured in even the slightest fender bender, or get loose from your vehicle when doors are opened.

- DON’T harness them in the front seat unless you can turn off the passenger airbag(s), which if deployed can result in serious injury or even death to your pet.

- NEVER leave your pet unattended in a vehicle if the outside temperature is over 70 degrees. The tempera-ture inside a car can easily rise to over 110 degrees within just a few minutes.

- Pavement, rocks, and sand can get dangerously hot during the summer months. Be aware of the surface temperature when walking your dog and keep a few sets of disposable booties on hand to protect their paws from burns.

- If going out onto the water, don’t forget a life vest for your four-legged friend.

- ALWAYS keep ID and rabies tags on your pet!!

- Be especially careful when getting your pet out at rest stops or any area you stop for breaks. Keep an eye on your pet and HANG ON to that leash!

- Always carry a recent photo of your dog, even on the shortest trips. This can be used to quickly get the word out should he become lost away while away from home.

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Looking for a new fun activity for your dog? How About a game of Hide N Seek? Try filling a Kong toy with one of the following stuffers and then hide indoors or outside for your dog to find!

PHILLY STEAK: Stuff Kong with 1 oz. cream cheese and small steak scraps. Spread cream cheese in large hole to hold scraps.

BANANA RAMA: In a bowl, mash 1 banana, add 2 TBS. wheat germ and 1 TBS. plain yogurt. Mix all together and stuff a medium Kong with mixture. Freeze for 4 hrs. Use a cup to contain the Kong while freezing.

FRUIT SALAD: Mush 1/4 banana in large Kong hole to hold fruit in place. Fill Kong with small chunks of apples and carrots. Green beans are also good .

VEGGIE KONG OMELET: Stuff I scrambled egg, shredded cheese, and pieces of your dog’s favorite veggies into Kong toy. Sprinkle some cheese over top hole and microwave for about 20 seconds or until cheese melts. Cool thoroughly before giving to your dog.

HAVE OLD CELL PHONES?

USED INK CARTRIDGES?

Save ‘em for Sheltie Rescue!

Don’t throw away those old cell phones, used ink cartridges, or weight circles from Purina products! SCSR receives cash or pet products for these items. Contact us by phone at 1(888) 873-5443 or email sheltierescue@sheltie4me.com. We can arrange to have one of our vol-unteers pick up your items.

THANK YOU to the many individuals and businesses who collect ink car-tridges for us, including: QC Finan-cial, Metro Heart Group, Heritage Veterinary Services, St. Louis Be-havioral Medicine, and Edwardsville High School.

Looking For a Home…

These Shelties are looking for their forever homes. If you are interested in one of these dogs,

please visit us at www.sheltie4me.com to submit an application.

MAC

Adoption pending

COLLINE

Available!

GUS

Available!

LILLY

Available!

Do you have a story about your Sheltie or an update to share with us? Email us at sheltierescue@sheltie4me.com

Rescue Wish List: First class stamps, Interceptor or Heartgard, gasoline gift cards, gift cards to local pet stores (for food), and some-one to sponsor the printing of our newsletter (single edition, or more if desired). You can do this in honor or in memory of a beloved pet or person and we’ll note it in the newsletter!

FIND US ON FACEBOOK! www.facebook.com/sheltie4me

SAVE THE DATE!!

SCSR Reunion Picnic

September 15

STARR

Available!

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BRAGS FROM SCSR FAMILIES!!!!

Marley, adopted last year by volunteers Cheryl &

Ken, had a qualifying run at his first agility compe-

tition in January. He thoroughly enjoys agility and

loves to go to training class. He makes Ken (his

dad and handler) look like a genius in the ring!

Pretty good for a dog saved from a “free to good

home” ad on Craigslist. (Free ads = BAD idea!)

Sweet Lottie (formerly Dot) came to us with

many chronic health issues. She now lives a

happy life with her adoptive mom Suzie and

doggy siblings. From one of Suzie’s recent

emails….“Our Little Lottie is doing so well!

She is down to 24 lbs and getting more active

all the time. You should see her run to the

fence and twirl around in excitement when the neighbor’s Collie comes

out in the yard. Her foot is totally healed and she never stands or walks

on three legs anymore. She's been to friends barbeques, holiday gath-

erings and company picnics. She's such a good little girl...!! “

Kaitlyn, a pretty sable adopted in Nov 2010 has

really blossomed since finding her forever home

with Claudia. Claudia and Kaitlyn have become

quite a team in Rally and Obedience, winning

several ribbons along the way, including two the

first time competing! Congratulations Claudia and

Kaitlyn!! We’re so proud of you!!

Cooper, adopted in 2005, partici-

pated in his first herding trial at

the 2011 ASSA National Specialty

at Purina Farms and earned a

qualifying leg. He also qualified at

his next trial two months later to

earn his HT in herding! Cooper’s mom, Darci, says Cooper is turning

into quite a nice little herding dog. Atta-boy, Coop!

Angels walk among us…

Pictured are special donors Rose and her hand-

some tricolor Sheltie, Frankie. We first met them in

2010 at Purina Farms, where they were competing

with a flyball team from Dallas. They stopped by our

booth to say how much they appreciate our rescue

efforts, and then they surprised us by donating

money they collected at Frankie’s birthday

party...TWO YEARS IN A ROW!! We can’t thank

you enough, Rose and Frankie!!

Thank you to Little House of Dogs in Kirkwood (314) 909-7833 for

donating their grooming services for our dogs in foster care.

You ladies are THE BEST!!

SUMMER TRAVEL, continued from pg 1…

- WATER!! Don’t forget to give your pet ac-cess to water when traveling. A trip to the vet due to dehyration can quickly put a damper on an otherwise great vacation. In regard to water, it’s best to bring your own. Drinking water from an area he's not used to could re-sult in tummy upset for your pet. Opt for bot-tled water or tap water stored in plastic jugs.

- Make an ID card and attach securely to each pet’s crate. Include name, breed, sex, age, microchip #, identifying marks, friendly or aggressive, date of vaccinations, your name and #, vet’s name and #, who to con-tact in event of emergency, and a recent photo of your pet. This information can be a lifesaver for your pet in the event you are in-jured in an accident. Laminate this document, or protect it in a clear plastic bag.

- When traveling without your pets, have in your will a stipulation of who takes care of them in the event something should happen to you. Where they should go, what medica-tions they need, etc. The designated person should have a copy of your wishes, as well as the dog sitter/kennel and your veterinarian.

- Pack these essentials for pet travel: Pet food

Clean water

Pet medications

Tags with current information

Leash

Bedding

First aid kit

Pet ID card

Pet’s shot record

Current photo of your pet

Travel bowls

Poop bags

- Lastly, have FUN! By following these tips to help keep your pet safe when traveling, the trip will be easier on everyone involved. You and your pet can leave the worries behind and enjoy your time with 2-legged and 4-legged family alike. Have a great summer!

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These special Shelties found their forever homes with wonderful families in 2011 and early 2012:

Tiger - adopted by Caitlin and Sheltie sister Eisley; Tucker - adopted by Rosemary and Jack; Jody - adopted by

foster parents Cheryl and Ken; Angel - adopted by Maryanne; Juke - adopted by foster mom Angela; Lottie

(formerly Dot) - adopted by Suzie and Sheltie siblings Meggie and Cooper; Copper - adopted by Mark, Darla, and

Sheltie brother Ricky; Kipper - adopted by Rosanne and Marianne; Morgan - adopted by Angela and Jon; Trixie -

adopted by foster parents, Connie and Richard; Molly - adopted by Robin, Kim, Neal, and four canine sisters; Ricky

(formerly Dallas) - adopted by Chris, Tyler, and Sheltie sister Lucy; Beary - adopted by Tracy; Charley - adopted by

Allison, Rob, and canine sister Maddy.

Tiger (on R) Angel

Jody

Molly

Ricky (on R) Beary Charley

Juke

Copper (on R)

Lottie

Tucker

Kipper

Morgan

Trixie

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Quick cure for Spring Fever:

Share a little love with the Shelties in our program!

XYLITOL WARNING!!! Did you know that Xylitol, a prevalent sugar substitute found in everything from cupcakes to toothpaste, is currently considered the most canine-toxic "human food" on the planet? Just one gram of Xylitol can kill a 10 pound dog. Symptoms occur rapidly, within 30 minutes of consumption, and severe liver damage can occur within 24 hours. Im-mediate veterinary care is necessary for survival. Take it from Jan, who wrote to us about her Sheltie’s close call...

“We rescued Buddy in 2002. He's the best dog in the world, but he has a bad habit of getting into everything. Friday night was the worst night of my life. Buddy found an unopened box of sugar free Tic Tacs and ate the whole thing. He vomited within 10 minutes and as soon as we saw the Tic Tacs, we thought nothing of it. However, in a very short time, he started shaking and couldn't stand at times. We took him to the emergency vet clinic and it was touch and go for a while. He's 90% out of the woods now, I'm happy to say, but will need follow up liver tests. He was in the clinic for 2 days, and not knowing if he would make it was horrible. All because of Tic Tacs.

Please post or send e-mails to all of your people. I'm sure some have heard of this, but I had not, and if my story helps anyone else avoid the torment, it'll be worth it. I don't know what I'd do without my best Bud!

Thanks, Jan”

A few sugar-free Tic Tacs, a pack of Trident gum, a spilled tin of Starbucks mints, a sugar-free Jell-O dessert cup. It takes only a little of this toxin to send a dog into hypoglycemia-induced seizures and sometimes fatal liver failure.

If you think your dog has consumed sugarless gum or any other product containing Xylitol, call your veterinarian im-mediately. Most likely you will be instructed to bring your pet in to have vomiting induced and IV fluids started, but if you live more than an hour away from a vet, you may have to induce vomiting at home.

Veterinary treatment generally involves 24-hour hospitalization and infusion with intravenous fluids containing glu-cose. Your dog's blood sugar will be monitored every few hours and the dose of glucose being fed to him by IV ad-justed as needed. If liver values are normal after 24 hours, your dog may be sent home.

To prevent such poisonings, recognize that dogs have a sweet tooth. Do not leave tasty items lying around. Put sugar-free gums and candies where dogs can't get them. Keep chewable vitamins out of the way too. If you bake with Xylitol, store the resultant goodies well out of your pets' reach and do not hand-feed them bits of Xylitol-laced muffin as a treat no matter how much they beg. NEVER rely on the presumption that what is safe for a human to in-gest is equally safe for your pets.

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Thank you for your kind support!

SECOND CHANCE SHELTIE RESCUE (SCSR) IS RECOGNIZED AS AN EXEMPT ORGANIZATION PER SECTION 501(c)(3) OF THE

INTERNAL REVENUE CODE. DONATIONS ARE TAX DEDUCTIBLE AND 100% OF YOUR DONATION IS USED TO HELP SHELTIES

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Second Chance Sheltie Rescue, Inc

PO Box 1791

Maryland Heights, MO 63043

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www.sheltie4me.com (888) 873-5443

We Need Volunteers!!!

Love Shelties or dogs in general? Have a few spare hours from time to time? If so, we could really use

your help. We are in need of volunteers to fill a variety of needs. Every contribution, no matter how

large or small, is vital to our organization. We have no minimum requirement—YOU get to decide how

much or how little time to give. To join our list of volunteers, fill out the volunteer application on our

website, or for more information email sheltierescue@sheltie4me.com or phone 1 (888) 873-5443.

These are just a few of the volunteer opportunities that exist within our group:

Foster Homes This is always our greatest need. We currently need both short and long term foster homes. They

are an absolute necessity for us to bring new Shelties into our program. Without foster homes, we have nowhere for

these dogs to go. Fostering is one of the most rewarding aspects of rescue, and a great way to get started is to vol-

unteer as a short term foster home who fills in by taking a dog for a few days while its regular foster is out of town.

People often ask, “Doesn’t it hurt to give them up?” Yes, sometimes it does. But not as much as it hurts to know a

Sheltie was put down in a shelter because we didn’t have an open foster home for them. We often shed a tear when

saying goodbye (more like “see you later”) to our foster dogs as we leave them in their new forever home. But the

tears are mixed with tears of joy in knowing that a foster space has opened up for a Sheltie in jeopardy somewhere.

Events We always need volunteers for meet-n-greets, parades, and events like Tartan Day and the Canine Games.

You can bring your own Shelties to many of these events and it’s a lot of fun to visit with the public, answer ques-

tions, and educate people about the wonderful Shetland Sheepdog breed. Volunteer as much or little as you’d like!

Fundraising We do fundraisers each year, such as selling the Entertainment Book. We can always use additional

people to help with these endeavors.