Have you considered fostering a Boston?
Now
is the time offer to help as we are in need.
On a weekly basis MABTR gets in new faces of Bostons who are looking for a forever home. We can only take in Bostons when foster homes are available, as we will not board nor do we have runs for them to hang out in.
We can have all the money in the world but that does not help us to take in Bostons when foster homes are not available.
Our busiest areas where foster homes are in big demand are:
- Kansas City, MO and surrounding cities
- St Louis, MO
- Wichita, KS
- Omaha, NE and Lincoln
- Colorado (the whole state)
We would love to speak to you further about this wonderful service. You can email us with your contact info or call us at 402-510-1346 to learn more. Click
here to view our foster application.
Please take time to view the poster below that lists out all the great benefits of being a foster home. We look forward to you joining our family soon!
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Adoptable Dog of the Month
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"Can I Bring My Dog?"
The Most Dog-Friendly Stores Across America
Dog people are doing more and more to make their pets comfortable, from lining up a favorite
pet sitter
to making
homemade treats
. Bringing their dog along t
o the store is a natural extension of the dog-centric lifestyle. Shopping with a friend is more fun than shopping alone, period. But finding dog-friendly stores can be a challenge.
It can be hard to tell what a store's dog policy is because it often varies by location. For example, is Target dog-friendly? Their mascot may be the beautiful bull terrier Bullseye, but they're a staunch "service dog-only" environment (along with Sears, Staples, and others). However, dog-friendly stores are increasing in number.
Note: due to regulation, grocery stores aren't dog-friendly and food-serving establishments typically don't allow dogs indoors. If you want to dine out with your dog, look for a location with a patio. Many restaurants welcome dogs in their outdoor spaces. Consider the Starbucks dog policy. Though Starbucks doesn't allow dogs inside stores, they welcome dogs outside-and even offer them a tasty "
puppuccino" if you ask.
Now, let's talk dog-friendly stores where you can shop together.
Before You Go Shopping with Your Dog
If you have a small dog, using a carrier is a smart way to go. There is a myriad of options for hands-free shopping, including slings and shoulder bags.
A comfortable, reliable collar and leash are key for bigger dogs.
11 Dog-Friendly Stores Nationwide
Before you go,
practice. A well-trained dog on leash is more likely to be a welcome guest.
Also, note that a busy retail environment may not be the best fit for all dogs. Be sure your dog is comfortable among crowds and well-socialized before you venture out on errands together. For more anxious pets, staying home might be a happier choice.
#1 - Petco/PetSmart
Let's start with the obvious. Petco and PetSmart, along with pretty much any pet store, will happily welcome your leashed dog.
Pro tip
: there are often treats at the register!
#2 - Home Depot
Home Depot is one of many hardware stores that are happy to welcome your dog. With its wide aisles, there's plenty of space for leashed dogs to accompany you on a home improvement expedition.
#3 - Lowes
Similar to Home Depot, inquiries to Lowes about canine corporate policy after 2012 received an official stance of "
service dogs only," yet many
individual locations are still reported to be dog-friendly by customers. Managers have differing views on the issue, so you'll have to call ahead-unless you're only going to hit up the Outdoor Living section, which is generally dog-friendly everywhere.
This popular national chain is proud to be dog-friendly at all of its locations. Apparently, Maddie Belle the golden retriever is one of their best customers. They posted her picture on their website to prove it.
#5 - Nordstrom
Fashionista dog lovers, take note: Nordstrom and the Nordstrom Rack welcome well-behaved dogs on a leash (see
this Twitter exchange as proof-via Doggone Seattle). There's even a
#dogsofnordstrom tag on Instagram if you're so inclined.
#6 - The Apple Store
Yes, in many locations, the Apple Store is happy to allow well-behaved dogs on leash. Customers have reported having to pick up their dogs if there is a great deal of foot traffic, which is something to keep in mind if your dog is a little too big for a lift.
Also, many of these stores are located in malls that may not be dog-friendly, so double-check before you go.
#7 - Bass Pro Shops
You might think it sounds fishy, but BPS wants to have your dog in-store, even letting locations
blog about and encourage it!
They even have a popular "Dog Days" event each year.
#8 - Pottery Barn
Surprisingly but truly, this high-end home goods chain often welcomes leashed dogs and purse pups. Call ahead to confirm, but chances are you can bring your pet along to select a new, seriously stylish doggy bowl.
#9 - LUSH cosmetics
Not only are dogs welcome in this store, but you can purchase your makeup from this company knowing that you both share a love for animals-Lush has a
no animal testing policy for their products.
#10 - Macy's
A parade of floats and balloons isn't the only thing Macy's encourages: a parade of pooches is okay too! According to
I Love Dogs, Macy's has a notable history accepting dogs in their stores, including in-store courtesies and collaborations with the SPCA. Naturally, many Macy's are connected to larger malls, which may or may not welcome dogs inside. Always call ahead to inquire.
#11 - TJ Maxx / Marshalls
This discount clothing and home goods chain is known for being dog-friendly.
Like the other chains on this list, policies can vary by location, so double-check before you go.
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~~~It's RAFFLE time again!!!~~~
Double sided cotton
quilt
- 82
"
L x 52
"
W
Dog print of six breeds quilted and bordered
Tickets sales through Sept 25; Winner announced Sept 26
Click
HERE
to purchase tickets!
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Monthly Fundraiser - Sept 15th - 28th
Pampered Chef Fundraiser!
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NEW retailer giving back to MABTR!
Little Beast is a modern pet store for modern pet parents. They find amazing products from independent creators rating from
dog collars and
leashes, to
dog beds.
They are offering 10% off your order using this
special code
: ADOPTBOSTON.
Little Beast will donate 10% of each sale to MABTR!
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MABTR Alumni - Khloe aka Puck
In August of 2012, the Kardashian sisters, along with their two brothers, arrived on the MABTR website.
Boston mom and her five puppies were found as strays. Father unknown. I watched every day for new posts. And, I wanted one!
I conned my husband into saying yes by telling him the dog would be good for our son. Every boy needs his own dog, right?
Our son picked Khloe. She was adorable! Khloe became Puck
. I wanted to name her Scout, but she was, after all, our son's dog.
Then our son went to college. Khloe/Puck, aka Puck Puck, became my Rooney Banoonie/Rooney. She went for walks with me every day, she slept next to me until Daddy came to bed, and she followed me around the house wherever I went. All of this remains constant for me and my Rooney.
She is my girl. I love all of our dogs, but she has my heart. I've never had a dog that picked me, until her. I've never loved a dog as much as I love her. And let me tell you, she knows it.
Our son will still try to claim her as his, but per MABTR rules, she's actually not! Ha! Mommy wins. Puck is mine.
DNA tests show she is a Boston/Poodle! Love my BosiPoo!
"
-Sheri M.
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Thank You for Your Donation!
$120 in memory of Bill
$100 in memory of Mrs. Walsh
$100 in memory of Baylee
$50 in memory of Ginger
$50 in memory of Zoe
$20 in memory of Saber
$385 YourCause
$160 Facebook
$120 Raymond N
$100 Candace L, Nancy M
$76.45 Allstate
$50 C Bagwell, Kathy B, Caroline W
$39 Paypal
$35 Duane C
$30 Lori L, Leslie M, Cynthia K
$25 Charity C, Paul M
$20 Tammie P, Susie M, Matthew S, Pam M, Sara S, Michael M, Kellee S
$15 Leah G, Annabelle H
$10 Nanette S, Ann A, Angela C, Kelly H, Robin B, Angela P, Mart D, Lisa B, Cindy F, Loni D, Danielle K
$5 Andrea M
All donations are tax deductible!
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Why you aren't seeing our Facebook Posts
Have you noticed that you aren't seeing our Facebook posts very often? Well it's not just you! Due to changes in the way Facebook works, less and less of our posts are showing up on your timelines. If fact, less than 5% of you see our posts daily! And sadly, this means you are missing a lot of our amazing rescue stories and videos!
The good news is Facebook has created a way around this using new settings.
Read the instructions below, go to our Facebook page and update your settings on your desktop or mobile device so you won't miss a thing!
- Visit our FB page - https://www.facebook.com/MABTR/
- Make sure you have clicked the "LIKE" button on our page.
- Click the "Follow" button.
- Under the "Following" drop down menu, select "See First" in your news feed.
- Under the "Following" drop down menu, select "On" for notifications.
And last but not least, be sure to routinely "Like", "Share" and "Comment" on our page. If Facebook doesn't see that you are interacting with our posts, they will remove us from your Facebook Feed.
Plus, by sharing our posts, you are helping our mission in educating and rehoming Bostons.
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All
donations
(monetary or items)
are
tax-deductible.
MABTR is
100% volunteer-driven. Your
entire donation amount goes towards rescuing, rehabilitating, and re-homing Bostons in need in foster care.
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Employer Match Programs
Did you know that many employers will match your donation to a 501(c)3 organization? Some even pay a flat fee to the organization for volunteer hours!
Check with your human resource department for details!
A few companies we know of are:
- Pinnacol Assurance
- AT&T
- Wells Fargo
- MidAmerica Energy Holding Comp.
- Pfizer
- Allstate
- CenturyLink
- CNA Surety
- CSG
- 8z Real Estate
- Great Western
- Thrivent Financial
- Western Union
- SalesForce
- Microsoft
- United Way
- First National Bank
- Lockhead Martin Corporation
- Benevity: Apple, Google, ADP
- Johnson and Johnson
- United Healthcare
- Walmart
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-- blanket auction: $719
-- Keemeieco sales: $341
-- Avon sales: $84.23
Thanks to ALL
who participated!!!!
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Have upcoming travel plans? Do you have room for a four legged passenger?
MABTR is always in need of transports moving our dogs across our 13 state territory as they enter foster care or move into their forever homes
Share your travel plans with us, and if the need approaches we will be in touch.
Click here for more information.
The doggies thank you!!!
Remember that you can write off at tax time your gas or mileage when transporting our Bostons.
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Adoption Corner...
~~Happy Tails~~
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28 dogs rescued
in August!
181 dogs rescued so far in 2019!
3,802 dogs rescued since November 2005!
We ask that you help us educate the public about their options when looking for a new pet. We appreciate the fact that you are not purchasing your pet from a pet store that sells lives animals, since 98% of all puppies in a pet store come from terrible situations such as puppy mills. For more information on puppy mills visit our site and read all you need to know about puppy mills.
If you are interested in a breed other than a Boston check out the links below.
-Petfinder
-Rescue list by breed
-Google search under
"breed" rescue
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AGE is
just a number
I wish applicants would make personality and behavior priority when adopting a dog but the truth is that a majority are not even interested in learning about a dog if it is out of their age range.
Remember that just because a dog is young does not guarantee he/she will live to be 14. MABTR cannot promise anyone how long a dog will live. We unfortunately have experienced the loss of a life at a very young age unexpectedly.
MABTR is not prejudiced when it comes to rescuing. A life is precious no matter
*gender *age
*disability *health
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Shopping AmazonSmile
gives back to MABTR!!!
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August Theme
And the winner is...
Charlie!!
owned by Ryan B
The theme for September is
Best Action Shot
Send us your pics of your Boston and his/her pearly whites!
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Other online shopping networks that give back to MABTR with each of your purchases are:
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Saving Labels to
Save Lives
MABTR is participating in the
Best Choice Save-A-Label Program! Not only will you help earn funds for our group, but you will also save money on your weekly grocery bill with Best Choice products!
Purchase Best Choice products at your favorite store and save the UPC (proof of purchase). MABTR will earn $30 in cash for each bundle of 1,000 UPCs sent in.
Please send saved labels to the following address:
MABTR Save-A-Label
C/O Kristin Hashbarger 530 North Woodland Road
Olathe, KS 66061
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Make a donation
in Memory of..
or
in Honor of...
of someone special
(human or pet)
MABTR has a program that will mail your special someone a card recognizing the individual pet or human
that your donation was made in behalf of.
Make your donation here
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Boston FB Groups to 'Like' by City
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Did you know that there might be a Boston Terrier fan page on FB in your area? You should consider joining in!
Click below for the link in your area!
MABTR Main Page
St Louis
Iowa
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Saying Goodbye
"Keep their memories close to your heart and remember in another time, in a beautiful place, you will see them again."
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Golden Paws for Golden Years
Did you know
that MABTR has such a program where an adoptor 60 or older adopting a Boston 7 years and older receives $50 off the adoption fee?
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Local MABTR Events
Colorado
Birthday Bash
11am - 1pm
Centennial
Arapaho Park, 7800 S Adams St
$5 per person; dogs and children under 10 are free!
See flyer at left for more details!
Sat, Sep 14
Pawtoberfest
9am - 3pm
Colorado Springs
Bear Creek Regional Park
Dogs and beer!
Pawtoberfest is one of Colorado's ONLY dog-friendly festivals, featuring a craft brews and spirits tasting with over 30 beverage partners, a 2-mile dog walk, more than 75 sponsors and vendors, music, agility demonstrations, pet contests, activities for the whole family and plenty of scrumptious food from local food trucks!
Tickets are $45 and are all-inclusive!
Click here for tickets and more details!
Sun Sep 15
Pugs in the Park
10am - 3pm
Denver
Central Park - Stapleton, 8801 MLK Blvd
$10 per dog, human shirt included
MABTR will be exhibiting.
Click here for more details!
Iowa
Sat, Oct 19
Playdate
10am - noon
Urbandale
2800 78th St
FREE event for Boston and Boston Mixes!
Fenced-in area with shade and water.
Children welcome!
~KC Area~
Sat/Sun, Sep 14-15
Kansas City Renaissance Festival
10am - 7pm
Bonner Springs
Join MABTR along with other vendors for two days of activities.
Click here for tickets and more details!
~St. Louis area~
Sat, Sep 21
Playdate
1 - 3pm
Arnold
Playful Paws, 2160 Tenbrook Rd
$5 per dog - all dogs must be people AND dog friendly plus current on rabies.
Off leash play area indoors and outdoors!
Click here for more details!
Nebraska
Sun, Sep 29
Walk for the Animals
11am - 2pm
Omaha
Nebraska Humane Society, 89th and Fort St
Join MABTR and other rescues and dog vendors for a day of fun!
Sat/Sun, Oct 5-6
Pet Expo
10-5 Sat, 11-4 Sun
Weeping Waters
Cass County Fairgrounds, 8420 11th St
Stop by to visit many vendors, including MABTR!
Click here for more details!
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No anesthesia Dental Cleaning
Boulder, CO
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Well Animal Institute offers dental cleanings that are anesthesia-free.
So many dogs are in need of dentals; however, health concerns may deter them from getting what is needed.
Here is your solution for only $185!
For every dog that comes in and gets their teeth cleaned,
$30 goes towards a rescue.
Win-win for
MABTR and the dogs!
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