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Happy 4th of July
Be safe and keep your pets indoors.
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MABTR hope
s you
and your family are all doing well
and staying safe. With the uncertainty of what the fall will look like with COVID, we have decided to cancel the
MABTR sponsored 2020
public events which include the Birthday Bash, Boston Boo, and Colorado Dinner/Auction. The St Louis Playdate will take place on July 18; based on attendance, we will determine if this event will be canceled
or continue for the rest of 2020.
MABTR plans to run monthly online events to help raise money as we continue to take in dogs each month that require medical care. As shared in our 2019 tax report, adoption fees cover
only
39% of our expenses.
Stay tuned for details of our upcoming monthly fundraisers (July will be the Arts and Craft auction plus High F$ve) and remember monetary donations are always accepted.
Please contact us with any questions or concerns. Thank you for your ongoing support!!!
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Adoptable Dog of the Month
Please spread the word and help us find Sam his forever home with no other pets or children.
~Learn more about this great little guy
click here
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July Fundraiser -- High Five!!!
Give MABTR a HIGH F$VE
by donating today
Our objective is to be able to provide the medical care our dogs need AND to pay off our credit card each month.
MABTR has invested thousands of dollars this year already towards the 121 Bostons taken in this year.
Help us by donating just $5.
If our Bostons could talk they would thank all of you for your support over this past year. No gift, gesture or words are too small for our appreciation.
With that said we are asking each one of you to send in just $5.00 (or any amount) as a way of giving MABTR a HIGH F$VE for all their efforts and to continue the mission of saving lives one at a time.
Just $5.00, which is equivalent to:
1. one value meal to McDonald's
2. one Subway sandwich
3. one large Starbucks Latte
4. one video rental
5. one pack of cigarettes
6. and the list goes on
Help us continue to save more Bostons and provide the care they need. Thanks in advance for your support!!
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Dogs and July 4th:
6 Ways To Comfort Your Dog During Fireworks
It's that time of year... the biggest summer holiday that we all look forward to. We want our pets to be part of the family celebration, but there's a good chance they won't want to. Question is... why are dogs afraid of fireworks, and what can we do to help them?
Fortunately, there are plenty of simple strategies for dog owners. From distraction to anti-anxiety vests and more, we've rounded up all the tips you need to help your pet feel better when the noises start.
1. Stay indoors or get away from it all
Experts from the Humane Society emphasize the importance of keeping your dog indoors on fireworks-heavy days. This helps reduce their exposure to the sounds, plus prevents their running away. Turning on a radio or television helps provide white noise and distraction.
Also, consider leaving town for a quieter spot if you can.
Camping, perhaps? If you're not able to get away, and you live in an area with lots of fireworks activity,
try a pet sitter who doesn't live as close to all that noise. A loving, local sitter or
doggy day care provider can also help if your pup is going to be alone over the holiday.
2. Talk to your vet about possible medications
Talk to your veterinarian about medication if you know your pet is upset by the holiday festivities. There are a variety of options that could help treat your dog's firework phobia.
- Pheromones. Available via a diffuser, a spray, or a collar, Adaptil dog-appeasing pheromones can reduce your dog's anxiety-whether it's related to fireworks, storms, traveling, or separation. A research study published in the Journal of the British Veterinary Association specifically evaluated its use for storm phobia in dogs, and found it effective.
- Melatonin. This over-the-counter supplement is widely available. Talk to your veterinarian about appropriate doses for your dog.
- Prescription medications. Especially in severe cases, medication can be a lifesaver for a noise-phobic dog. Your veterinarian can guide you through the various choices.
3. Give your dog lots of snuggles
A common myth has it that if you pet your pup during an anxious episode, they'll feel more afraid.
However, calmly soothing and reassuring your dog
is fine as long as you avoid loud exclamations or frantic movements. So cuddle away!
4. Invest in a pressure wrap or vest
These snug-fitting vests apply sustained, comforting pressure to your dog's torso.
Temple Grandin, professor of animal sciences, has researched this method and discusses it in her book
Animals Make Us Human. Dr. Grandin advises
putting on the wrap for 20-30 minutes, removing it for a similar period, and then reapplying it. A handful of companies offer them; we like both
Anxiety Wrap and
ThunderShirt.
5. Prevent escapes
More dogs go missing over the 4th of July than at any other time of year. The reason? They get spooked. This can happen when you least expect it! To help:
- Make sure your dog has identification. Even indoor pets can panic and use drastic measures to escape when frightened. Microchipping your dog is a good protective step.
- Don't leave your dog unattended at home. If you're headed out to enjoy the holiday without them, find a sitter. Rover has short-term sitters for just such situations.
6. Distract your dog with treats or activities they enjoy
Dr. Stanley Coren, Professor Emeritus of Psychiatry at the University of British Columbia, prefers the following steps over anti-anxiety drugs. "Some meds take several weeks to build up," he said. "You always have the behavior techniques at hand."
Coren's top techniques for a fireworks-averse dog include:
- Act as though you do not recognize the behavior. Walk him and talk to him as if you were back in puppy training, giving treats for sitting and staying.
- Get them involved with something else, or as he says, "jolly them up."
-- article courtesy of Rover.com
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July Auction
Arts and Crafts
Original & homemade
Ship US only; winner to cover shipping costs.
Starts :
Sat, July 17 at 8am CST
Ends:
Sun, July 19 at 7pm CST
Art & more:
(ends at 7:00pm)
Crafts & more:
(ends at 7:15pm)
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Shop Safely from Home with
The Boston Bay!!!
This month's featured item is...
Beaded Bookmarks!
These shiny silver-plated shepherd's hook bookmarks have handcrafted beads and dangling charms.
Bead length is 7 inches.
Goes perfectly with a gift certificate to their favorite bookstore!
Several different designs available!
Only $15 plus shipping
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Summertime, sum, sum, summertime...
We are all feeling so cooped up these days. Some of us are hitting the road to change our scenery and see our friends and loved ones.
So... can you help us out while you're travelling?
Share your summer travel plans with us and in return help a Boston!
As many of you know, MABTR covers 13 states. 75% of our adoptions occur between foster homes and adopters in different states, requiring MABTR to set up a transport by car.
We do not fly our dogs.
Many of us travel for business or pleasure by car so we ask that you share with us your travel plans should you have room for a Boston to hitch a ride.
Remember that you can write off at tax time your gas or mileage when transporting our Bostons.
The doggies thank you for allowing them to hitch a ride!!!!! Without drivers we would struggle moving our dogs closer to their forever homes.
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... especially when it gives back!
Steph's Crafting Bits
offers h
andmade and handstrung jewelry and fluid art. They will give 20% of sales back to MABTR when you mention MidAmerica Boston Terrier Rescue in "notes" at checkout.
SO MANY beautiful choices!
Check them all out here:
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Medical Corner
Glaucoma in Dogs
I want to start by stressing that if you have any concerns about your dog's eyes based on look, reaction and/or signs of discomfort you should see a veterinarian right away and one that has experience with eyes.
What is Glaucoma?
Pressure placed on the eye, causing inadequate fluid drainage in the eye. So many people think their dog just has cataracts when it could be glaucoma which is painful unlike cataracts. You cannot know for sure unless tested.
Is it painful?
Glaucoma in pets is much more painful than glaucoma in humans.Imagine walking around with a severe migraine 24/7 and still having to do daily functions such as stairs, leaning over to eat and drink, chewing a bone, following commands, hearing loud voices, etc.
How is it tested? 
You cannot just look at the eye and diagnosis glaucoma. It requires a tool called a tonometer which not all vets have.It is taped against the surface of the eye reporting back a digital pressure count.
Is there treatment?
Glaucoma can be "controlled" with eye drops which are applied multiple times daily. Sometimes oral pain medication is added due to the severity of the pain.Surgery can be an option but unfortunately many pets do not qualify for the surgery and not many veterinarians perform the surgery.
Unfortunately, most cases will result in the dog eventually going completely blind within a few years even on medication. It is important that you have your vet check the pressures on a regular basis to ensure the medication is still working.
Medications are prescription only (not found over the counter).Long-term medical therapy may involve drugs such as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors (e.g., dorzolamide 2%, brand names Trusopt and Cosopt) or beta-adrenergic blocking agents (e.g., 0.5% timolol, brand names Timoptic and Betimol).
If you opt out of medication or medication stops working removal of the eye is the most humane thing to offer your pet. Doing nothing is just plan cruelty.
Many people and some vets do not like to remove eyes. It is a practice that does not require a board-certified surgeon to perform.At the end of the day if the organ is not functional (in this case does not allow vision/blind) why invest the money into drops and office visit, stress of daily drops, and potential onset of pain when pressures are not controlled into something that offers nothing to the dog.
A study has found that CBD appears to increase pressure inside the eye, suggesting the use of the substance in the treatment of glaucoma may actually worsen the condition.
Symptoms of glaucoma
include a dilated eye that doesn't respond to bright light; a red eye, a swollen eye; a bluish tint or haze to the eye; and pawing or rubbing at the eye. If you notice any of these signs in your dog, seek immediate veterinary care.
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I'm happy to share our story if it would be helpful. Here goes:
Hattie had a rough early life, which started in a puppy mill in Missouri. At a year and a half the puppy mill threatened to leave Hattie out in the freezing cold in January because she refused to breed, and MABTR stepped in and picked her up before they followed through on that threat. Hattie's stubborn nature in refusing to breed ended up being the best decision she ever made, but she had a long road to trusting people ahead of her.
We adopted Hattie from MABTR in January 2016 (kudos to C.A.R.E. for transporting her from Missouri to Colorado for us), and while she immediately bonded with me and our other doggie, she was terrified of everything else. She had to adjust to a home full of noise and chaos as we have twins and a neighborhood full of kids that play here often. Jennifer was a great resource during this time, and had very accurately described Hattie's personality so that we knew who we were adopting. Little by little Hattie started to come out of her shell and slowly bonded with the kids. She was still terrified of my husband, and men in general, and it took two years before she was comfortable with him.
Now Hattie is a completely different dog than the shy, traumatized puppy mill escapee from 4 years ago. She happily greets all of our guests and plays at the dog park with abandon. She even helped train her "little" brother, who is now a 100 pound 3-year old Rhodesian Ridgeback! We love Boston terriers and will turn to MABTR when it comes time to adopt our next new family member.
-Sincerely, Farran P.
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MABTR Alumni Stories NEEDED - If you would like to share your experience with your Boston from MABTR please email your story (3-4 paragraphs), a photo of your adopted Boston/Boston mix, and your name to
Jennifer at luckypawpals@aol.com.
Thanks in advance!
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Thank You for Your Donation!
$1,285 in memory of Ashley Cooke
$100 in honor of Dennis Duffy for Father's Day
$100 in memory of Lily
$20 in memory of Izzy
$15 Happy Birthday Vicki Johnson
$2,371.20 Community Shares of CO
$1,645 Facebook
$522.68 AmazonSmiles
$520 Marjorie A
$300 Stevie M
$200 Jacqueline B
$120 Raymond N
$100 Candace L, Norman S, Tim P
$65 Chris C
$50 Janelle P, Jana W, Kathy B, Kristin P, Caroline W, Gina W, YourCause, Kellee S, Sharon G, Jennifer W
$40 Preston M
$39.45 PayPal Giving
$35 Duane C
$30 Lori L, Leslie M, Cynthia K
$25 Dennis D, Sandra C, Charity C, Paige M, Wylie R, Paul M
$20 Tammie P, Susie M, Matthew S, Pam M, Sara S, Michael M, Rhonda F, Mountain Colors Paint & Design
$15 Leah G, Annabelle H
$10 Nanette S, Amy H, Ann A, Kelly H, Angela C, Angela P, Robin B, Jim L, Mart D, Lisa B, Cindy F, Loni D, Target, Robin S, Danielle K
$5
Andrea M, Maritza M
All donations are tax deductible!
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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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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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Fundraiser Results
for June
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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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11 dogs rescued
in June
!
121 dogs rescued so far in 2020!
4,045 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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Do you regularly shop on Amazon?
Switch to Amazon Smile!
Same Amazon (including login and prices) just a different URL:
Choose your charity as MidAmerica Boston Terrier Rescue
Thanks in advance for the support!
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June's contest
Theme: Family Love
And the winner is...
Penelope!
owned by Jordan R.
July's theme is:
Outdoor Fun!
Good luck!
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Other online shopping networks that give back to MABTR with each of your purchases are:
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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
~KC Area~
See you in 2021!
~St. Louis area~
Sat, July 18th
Playdate
1 - 3pm
Arnold
Playful Paws, 2160 Tenbrook Rd
Off-leash play area indoors and outdoors.
$5 per dog; ALL breeds and children welcome!
See flyer for more details!
Nebraska
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Thank you...
...to those families who think of MABTR when it comes to donating items that belonged to their pets who have passed.
MABTR will accept any used items that we can use for our rescued Bostons and in our foster homes
If we come across items that we cannot use we have relationships with other local rescues to give to.
Click here to see a list of items that we generally need.
And as always, thank you for everything you do to help us help the doggies!
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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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