November 2005 

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We begin with sympathy to Chris on the death of her cat, Lil Bit. We also offer sympathy to Diane & Doug on the death of Molly, Jim & Margie on the death of Blondie, Tom & Jaime on the death of Sadie.

Visits to the Good Samaritan Care Center picked up a bit this month. Marti took in Marcy, a visiting yorkie. Also visiting were Lolita Hunnie, Peaches & Lacy, Misty, & Bijou. Peaches, Lacy, Misty & Bijou all had to show off their fresh grooming by Linda's Grooming of Lincoln MO. Heidi's children, Payton and Miranda, took Lil Hans & Tippy to visit with the residents. Payton also takes Bijou for walks about town after school. Marti & Ruby handled registrations at the Halloween Pets on Parade. Katie sat on Marti's lap to welcome costumed pets. Many family members came to watch the pets which thrilled the activity director.

Adoptions for the month were Lil Tito & Lolita Hunnie. Dakoda & Oscar were transferred to MidWest Animal Rescue. Lucy, being fostered by Catherine, was transferred to Open Door. We must sometimes work with other rescues to get these great dogs into fur-ever homes. All of the Lincoln & most of the Cole Camp pound dogs were either adopted or transferred to rescue. The pound puppy was adopted after she turned 8 weeks of age & will be pediatric spayed by Dr. Anstaett prior to placement in her new home. TarBaby is still waiting for adoption or rescue from the pound.

Fosters for the month include Sir Alex with Buck, still 18 wheeling to promote adoptions from shelters/rescues. Buck has lost so much weight on the Sir Alex diet that he finally had to buy a smaller belt! Candy Carlotta is with Marti, Misty is with Melissa, Tippy spent a few days with sisters Erma & Mary, Charlie Brown is with Mindi & Steve. Kirby, Paco & Mico are all with Kris and her delightful children. They are thrilled to be able to play with the dogs, then meet the new families. We need more young folks in rescue. Those special needs dogs in foster care are doing very well with the extra TLC they are receiving. We must admit, we are a bit crowded at the sanctuary, thus foster homes are a tremendous asset. Bijou is getting to spend a few hours during the day occasionally in the Maxwell Woodcarving Shop, downtown Cole Camp, with Jim & Margie.Tippy spent an afternoon & overnight with Elijah & Forest, children of Priscilla. They are giving her some much needed playtime.

Trina's Obedience & Behavior Modification class resumed in October. We were able to take Dakoda, Jaxs, Tippy, Candy, Katie & Bijou. Marti & Mary also attended class with the dogs.

Marti & Ruby were at the Oktoberfest, and helped raise funds with donations on the dog toys, collars, leashes, bowls that were donated by Pat. We still have a few items left and Christmas is just around the corner. Now, for a warm spot for the ladies to sit at Christbaumfest.

Mary & Patty helped transport dogs this month which has been a tremendous blessing. Mary finally has her computer up and running, courtesy of Art, webmaster for Cole Camp. Thus Mary will be able to take more pics of the dogs at her vet to be killed in hopes they may be saved by rescue or private adoptions.

Lil Hans returned to Doc Anstaett, his broken jaw had healed, the plate was removed. We are so thankful for the skill our Master gave Doc so that he could save this precious little fella rather than send him to the Bridge.