German Shepherd Rescue of New England, Inc. |
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(GSRNE) is an all-volunteer, 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to serving German Shepherd Dogs in need. We rely on our fundraisers and donations to continue our work. |
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Greetings!
Happy July to each and every one of you! We hope everyone has been enjoying spring and continues to have fun with friends, family and dogs, and hope you are still finding enjoyable ways to be outdoors. The warm days mean fun for both you and your dog, so grab your dog (or a friend's) and take time to enjoy all the fun outdoor activities. Your dog is sure to appreciate any attention or exercise, no matter what, even if it's nose work at home, working on a treat puzzle or just a game of hide-and-go-seek in the house or outside! Remember to be sure their water bowl is full.
This issue includes the Get Ready for Fun Calendar Raffle, Looking for Volunteers for the Tagging Party and Auction, Annual Auction Save the Date, Happy Tails featuring Hildy, Adoption News of Britta and Terri, Take Me Home presenting Blitz, Summer Safety Tips, and Volunteer Make a Difference. Also check out the 2022 Calendars Coming Soon in the sidebar to help vote for your favorite dogs. Voting time is limited!
Fondly,
E-newsletter staff
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Get ready for some Fun and Excitement in July!!
by: Lauralee D.
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We wish everyone Good Luck in the Calendar Raffle which is just beginning!
There are 31 days to be able to catch a prize, and maybe even more if you’re lucky, because when you win a prize, your name automatically goes back into the mix for another chance to win! The sky’s the limit!
Keep your fingers crossed and Have Fun!
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Looking for Volunteers
Upcoming Tagging Party and Auction
by: GSRNE Staff
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GSRNE is looking for volunteers to help at this year's Tagging Party in preparation for the Auction.
This year the date is Saturday August 21st and will be in Billerica, MA.
The Tagging Party concentrates on writing descriptions for auction items, photographing items, organizing donations, and preparing text for our catalog as well as data entry and price checking.
This is a great way to meet other volunteers and also preview the Auction "goodies"!
Please plan to come to this fun event. Contact us at: auction@gsrne.org for all the details.
We are receiving items already!
If you have something to send for the auction, please do so by August 15th
Please send items to GSRNE, PO BOX 4063, Westford, Ma 01886
If you would like to help with the event itself, please contact us at auction@gsrne.org
Lots more information coming! This is a great event, and we hope you will get involved!
We will keep as much distancing as possible and follow all guidelines for a safe gathering!!
Please save these dates:
Tagging Party: Saturday, August 21
Auction: Sunday, October 3
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Save the Date: GSRNE Annual Auction
by: GSRNE Staff
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Save-the-Date: GSRNE Annual Auction
Plans are underway for Auction 2021, which will be held on Sunday, October 3rd, at the Springhill Suites by Marriott, 43 Newbury St, Peabody, MA 01960. Springhill Suites is close to I-95 and I-93 with a comfortable venue and fantastic staff.
Our Annual Auction is open to the public, so we hope you share the word with friends and family and spend the day with us! We would love to have your help as we prepare for the big day! Donations for the Auction are needed, and we are asking our members for their support. German Shepherd statues, jewelry, signs, clothing, and just about all things GSD are always a huge hit. Bidders also like dog supplies, such as beds, cookie jars, bowls and toy/treat baskets. People things are fun too! From trips to trivets, we all like to treat ourselves as well as our wonderful GSDs.
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If you're able to donate items, please use our Auction Donation form which is available by emailing: auction@gsrne.org. That email address can also be used if you have any questions. If you have something to mail for the auction, please do so by August 15th. Send donations with an Auction Donation form for Each Item to:
GSRNE, P.O. Box 4063, Westford MA 01886.
We also have volunteers in different states that will be acting as collection sites. Please email auction@gsrne.org for more details and locations.
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We have our own entrance. |
If you would like to help with the event itself or the preparation for the Auction, known as the Tagging Party, please contact auction@gsrne.org!
Please save these dates:
Tagging Party - Saturday August 21st
Auction - Sunday October 3rd
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Happy Tails: Hildy #505
by: GSRNE Staff
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We recently received an update from Ted and Nannette. They write: GSRNE Dog #505, then known as Leia, came into our lives in October 2018 when she was about two years old. We had lost our beautiful 10-year-old male, Marshall (GSRNE #245), to cancer earlier that summer, as well as our 15 ½-year-old Australian Kelpie, Piper. We were devastated. It took a few months, but when we saw Leia online, we knew it was time to open our hearts again. Her GSRNE foster mom, Krissy had been doing a wonderful job fostering her and working with her on her social skills, as she had not been socialized with humans or other dogs for the first two years of her life. At the end of our first visit Leia, usually quite wary and reserved, jumped up to kiss us both on the chin, and Krissy took it as a sign that we were a match! We knew she was a work-in-progress, which is still the case at times, but she has come a long way! Upon adoption, it became clear to us that a more Germanic name was in order. Hildegard (we call her Hildy) just seemed to fit and now we can’t imagine her with any other name. |
Hildy loves the outdoors. |
She immediately bonded with us, and we did with her. Hildy is a very active girl. Playing fetch in her yard is her favorite outdoor activity. While inside she loves to play “Find It” by sniffing out a toy that we’ve hidden. She’s a very quick learner! Long walks “upta camp”, checking out all the various flora and fauna, occupy her time (and ours). This winter she enjoyed running on the frozen lake, and we also just discovered that she loves boating. We think she might like swimming as well. When it’s necessary to board her, she earns glowing daily report cards on her manners and behavior, and we receive pictures of her and her dog friends having a good time. Our little pack feels complete once again! |
Adoption News: Britta #568 and Terri #569
by: Karen McCall, President
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Britta
Britta turned one year old in December 2020. She's a bouncy, affectionate and petite girl who loves to play fetch or tug games. In foster care, she lived with an older male GSD, Bogie, who was amazingly tolerant of her puppy-like enthusiasm, even when she sat on him.
Britta had been purchased at 8 weeks old from a site Online and had lived with the owner and his mother until he started traveling for work. When he moved and was living with a girlfriend, he said Britta would soil in the house and sometimes growl at the woman. He called the local animal control officer who called GSRNE, and our evaluator recommended that we move Britta into a foster home right away. Other than a few accidents in the crate when she first came into foster care, we have not seen any of the reported problems.
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When Britta is racing around in the fenced yard, her foster Mom noticed that she'll use her back legs together, so we had the vet take X-rays. They showed that Britta does have hip dysplasia and might need surgery at some point, but nothing slows her down at this point.
She has been adopted by a man who served in the military and admired the working K9s in action; he decided that he wanted to give a good home to a rescue German Shepherd. We introduced him to Britta, and he was captivated. He has 7-year-old twins who are with him for part of every week, and they quickly formed a special bond with her. The photos he has shared of the children cuddling with Britta and getting puppy kisses have reinforced our conviction that this is the right forever home for this sweet girl, GSRNE # is 568.
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Terri
Terri is an active, playful 8.5-year-old who bonds closely with his special people. He had been with one family all his life, and they were heartbroken to have to rehome him, but one of their young children became severely allergic to dog dander. After trying various medications and treatments, the family looked for safe havens for both their dogs: Terri and a female Lab who found a place first.
After his move to foster care, Terri was depressed for the first several days; he would sleep a lot and ate only a part of each meal. He would perk up to go for a walk or play fetch in the yard, and he began carrying a squeaky ball around in the house. He would really perk up when he heard or saw a chipmunk run across the patio wall and tried his best to get it before it could disappear into a hole.
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Terri really loves being outside with someone but not by himself. Fortunately, his foster Dad also loves being outside and always has some yard work, gardening or wood stacking to do. The two of them go out right after breakfast and stay busy until lunch time. Terri likes having some lunch, too, and will leave part of his breakfast to eat later if a dollop of plain yogurt is added on top. He's a very affectionate boy and will lean against his foster Mom or Dad at various times of the day in order to have his ears rubbed or his neck massaged; he loves a good butt scratch, too. He prances in place when his leash is taken off the hook, as he knows walk time has arrived; his foster Dad has a walking buddy, and they take Terry on their 2-hour afternoon walks through conservation land and on horse trails three or four times a week. On the other days, he settles for shorter walks with his foster Mom and Dad.
Terri has bonded closely with his foster parents, and they have asked to adopt him, so he'll never have to change homes again; his GSRNE # is 569!
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Take Me Home: Blitz
by: GSRNE Staff
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The first thing we noticed about Blitz is how stunning he looks in person; pictures do not do this handsome boy justice. This regal guy absolutely loves playing fetch in the fenced yard nearly as much as a newly learned activity in foster care: Nose Work. For fun, his foster Mom said she had put an item two rooms away and six feet off the floor, and Blitz found it in less than a minute; she has even taught him to “alert” by sitting. He is a dog who needs an adopter who wants to do fun activities with him. Other things Blitz likes include being brushed with a Furminator, taking apart stuffed toys, chasing squirrels away from the bird feeder, meal times and being close to his people. |
Blitz had been surrendered to animal control after his original owners, an elderly couple, could no longer care for him properly. At 4 years old, Blitz was confused and despondent at the shelter, and a volunteer buddied up with him to give him play time and reinforce basic obedience. She told us he needed to build his confidence, and his foster parents started the Nose Work as a way to help with that.
In foster care, Blitz got a great start in his new life. However, he continued to have some behavioral quirks such as refusing to go willingly into a crate or use stairs to get to the second floor. He was not destructive in the home in any way and slept soundly on the first floor. Blitz would also become anxious when visitors came to the house, requiring a controlled introduction. Once he became more comfortable, he would take treats and play ball with company.
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To help him work through some of these issues as well as reinforce basic training, we moved him to a board-to-train facility with a trainer we have worked closely with in the past. He told us that initially Blitz was somewhat obstinate when he directed him to do something he didn’t want to do (such as heel when he saw a fun critter to chase). He could also be reactive to other dogs in the kennel. After several weeks, Blitz has made tremendous progress in his training. He will need an adopter with prior working dog experience who can continue to reinforce the training he has already begun and keep his mind and body active. He will do best as the only pet in a calm, patient household.
If you can give this sweet boy the patience and understanding he needs, you will be rewarded by having a most loyal and loving companion.
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Summer Safety Tips
by GSRNE Staff
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Tick Repellent Recipe
Safe for Humans and Dogs
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FIREWORKS..FIREWORKS AND YOUR DOG —
Is your pet afraid of fireworks and thunder? Many communities will be celebrating 4th of July festivities starting tonight. You can prepare your home early to make it as secure and safe as possible for your dog. Just remember, it is not a good idea to take your dog to a fireworks display.
How to Keep a Dog Calm During Fireworks:
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7 Summertime Treats That Could Hurt Your Dog
Good to know— While you're enjoying you're barbecue today with your family and friends keep your 'best-friend' safe and away from these foods that can be harmful to them. Many thanks to 'Ralph' and our friends at The Dogington Post for allowing us to share this awesome chart!
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Volunteer - And Make a Difference
GSRNE Staff
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"We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give." -Winston Churchill
-JOIN THE GSRNE FAMILY!-
We've always believed when you choose to dedicate your own time to help others, you feel capable and are rewarded with a sense of purpose. Becoming a GSRNE volunteer is a great way to meet other people who love helping dogs. Sure, we know that volunteering makes us feel good. Did you know that, when you volunteer, you are improving your life and maybe even your health? The truth is that volunteering will bring a world of rewards you might never have expected... Socially, the benefits of volunteering show up quickly and have long-term effects... So many of our volunteers have created wonderful friendships that have lasted a lifetime.
All dog rescue groups need volunteers to operate successfully, and German Shepherd Rescue of New England, Inc. (GSRNE) is no exception! Volunteering a little bit of your time goes a long way in helping a needy German Shepherd. If you would like to learn more about our volunteer programs, go to: https://gsrne.org/gsrne-live/volunteer/
Events are fun for our volunteers and get us out into the public to share our stories and information about the Shepherd breed. If you are interested in helping out or want more information, check out the link below.
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For more information, Please contact
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In This Issue
- Calendar Raffle
- Save The Date: Tagging
- Save The Date: Auction
- Happy Tails: Hildy
- Adoption News: Britta and Terri
- Take Me Home: Blitz
- Summer Safety Tips
- Volunteer and Make a Difference
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Love IS Adoptable!
Forever Homes Wanted!
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To see all the dogs available for adoption please check out Available Dogs
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2022 Calendars!!
Coming soon!!
We need your help! You can help create the GSRNE calendar !
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Be on the lookout for a special edition of our newsletter with voting choices for our 2022 calendars!!!
Our photography team has done an outstanding job getting gorgeous shots of our German Shepherds!
The voting time is limited and will be listed on the instructions
If you have questions or need help!
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We thank all Volunteers for being a part of our pack.
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Donations For Our
Foster Dogs
Thank you to so many of you for helping our foster dogs by sending us several of our requested supplies on our Wish List.
Most items provided to our foster homes for the dogs' care and training are generous donations from people like you. There are many items on the list that we need, but currently, we especially need toys for our foster dogs.
Our Wish List has a link that will bring you to our continuously updated list of items that you can order through Amazon.com. We have now updated the list to show which items we need more by being listed first and/or showing the priority level.
If you would like to help, please visit our Web site and go to our Wish List tab or click on this link:
The shipping address is included on the Amazon Web site when you "check out". You will see a shipping address to choose called GSRNE Foster Dogs Wish List. The shipping address will be automatically added to your order once selected.
For privacy reasons, Amazon will not share your address with us unless you add it to a "Gift Card" during the Checkout Process. We never share your information with other organizations and will only use it for the purpose of acknowledging your generosity and providing you with a receipt for tax purposes.
Thank you for all you do to help our GSDs in need!
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Foster Homes Needed!!
If you love the breed and want to help, consider fostering. GSRNE pays all the expenses. You provide the love and care. We receive several hundred calls for help every year from Shelters and Owners looking to place a dog with GSRNE. We cannot help them all but we need Foster Homes to help those that we can. Some of our Foster Homes become so attached to their Foster Dog that they become the dog's Forever Home. We love every happy ending but that also means we need a new Foster Home for the next dog in need. To learn more about fostering, please visit www.gsrne.org/foster/
When you look at the wonderful dogs available for adoption and you read the Happy Tails in our Newsletter and online, remember that GSRNE was able to help these dogs because of our Foster Homes.
Fostering Basics
A fence is required. Dogs are at the greatest risk of escape when they are first introduced to a new location. Children living in the home need to be age 10 or older.
Frequently Asked Questions
1.What does the foster home do?
You provide a safe and stable environment for the foster dog until he or she finds a forever home. You take care of your foster dog like you would your own dog - play, exercise, grooming and basic manners training. You also provide periodic reports to GSRNE about the dog's progress, personality, likes & dislikes so that GSRNE can find the right match for him or her.
2. How do I know if the foster dog will be a good fit for me and my family?
We work with you to determine what general type of dog will adapt to your household for a successful fostering experience for you & the rescue dog. We also provide strong support for you & help is only a phone call away.
3. How much does it cost to foster a GSD for GSRNE?
There is no cost to the foster home. GSRNE reimburses you for the foster dog's food and pays for all authorized vet care. In addition, GSRNE loans you a crate, feeding and water dishes, bedding, brushes, collars, leashes, & of course, toys!
You will find more information about our Foster Home Requirements at
If not you, who?
Please Foster
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If you can't adopt...FOSTER.
If you can't foster...DONATE,
VOLUNTEER, EDUCATE
& NETWORK. Tell your friends about GSRNE and fostering.
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FYI
Save The Date
GSRNE’s biggest fundraiser, our Auction, date set for
Sunday, Oct 3, 2021
Tagging Party, Saturday, August 21
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Upcoming
Events
Our Auction has been scheduled for Sun, Oct 3!
Volunteers and Donations Needed!
Our Tagging Party is scheduled for Sat, Aug 21.
Volunteers Needed!
Our popular Calendar Raffle is just starting! Have your lucky 4-leaf clover handy at all times! There are 31 chances to win!!
We all need some fun times to look forward to!
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Looking for Volunteers
For the
Tagging Party
Sat, August 21
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Annual Auction
Sun, October 3
We always need lots of volunteers for these two events!
See:
Looking for Volunteers Upcoming Tagging Party and Auction
column in the body of this newsletter for more information
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Future/Ongoing Events
GSRNE is always looking for people who want to help develop events. If you would like to participate in one of our future or ongoing events, just check out our events tab on our website. If interested, please contact us and let GSRNE or Jeannie know if you can help.
Information Tables
Whether for a certain holiday or event, local stores all want information tables. If you want to participate or be an organizer of events, when our communities are free to open up again, let us know at
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If you like to shop on AMAZON as much as we do please consider choosing GSRNE - German Shepherd Rescue of New England as your charity.
By choosing 'GERMAN SHEPHERD RESCUE OF NEW ENGLAND' as your AmazonSmile charity you can help our homeless dogs. It's easy to sign up and AmazonSmile will donate 0.5% of your purchase amount to the rescue.
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Amazon Smile Donations - Thank You!
GSRNE Staff
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We received this welcome email the other day: THANK YOU to everyone who designates GSRNE as your charity to receive donations when you shop at Amazonsmile.com! The donation of $558.42 is a great help for our dogs!
"Dear Karen McCall,
This is the quarterly notification to inform you that the charity you've selected, German Shepherd Rescue of New England, recently received a donation of $558.42 from AmazonSmile -- at no cost to you or other customers."
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German Shepherd Rescue of New England, Inc. (GSRNE) is an all volunteer, 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to providing veterinary care, evaluation & adoptive homes for the countless numbers of German Shepherd Dogs who are left in pounds to await uncertain fate, are owner surrenders (divorce, death, etc.), or are from abuse or neglect situations. We help provide a safe harbor for German Shepherd Dogs that might otherwise be destroyed.
For more information contact us at:
GSRNE, Inc.
PO Box 299
Wayland, MA 01778
24-hour hotline (978) 443-2202
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"The Shepherd's Watch" E-Newsletter Staff
Gina Dantuono / Design
Gail Van Hoesen /Editor
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