HugABull Blog

2010 HugABull Calendars

2009-11-04T10:04:00.001-08:00

Our 2010 calendars are now available for sale through our online store (hint: they make excellent Christmas gifts!). http://www.hugabull.biz/

We would like to extend a huge thank you to the photographers that worked so hard on this project: Eric Milner from Eric Milner Photography and Melissa McCabe from Unleashed! pet portraits.

We appreciate all that they put into this task: scheduling photo shoots, editing the images and many miles of driving to meet featured dogs and families. We could not have done it without them, and are thrilled to have been able to work with such talented artists.

Thank you also to Butchart Gardens in Victoria, for allowing us to photograph the stunning Tiger against their beautiful backdrop.

Many kudos and much appreciation goes to our brilliant graphic artist Lori West of Fawndog Design. She did an amazing job putting together this calendar and we are thrilled with the results. We think you will be too - buy one while supplies last and enjoy a rescued pit bull every month, with proceeds benefitting HugABull.

Kane needs boot camp, and a foster who understands

2009-11-03T15:14:00.000-08:00

In almost every way, Kane is the perfect dog. He is social with dogs, cats, birds and farm animals. Crate-trained, obedience-trained, easy-going in the house and spectacular with children, he has charmed every family he’s lived with. However, Kane is having trouble finding a forever home because of some challenges that came up during his foster period.

Although he originally came from a wonderful family home, we don’t think he had a lot of socialization with other dogs. He’s friendly but gets extremely excited when he sees another dog and isn’t able to greet it. He loses his focus, strains on his leash, and his normally impeccable manners fall by the wayside. Kane has been attending Pit-Ed and we’ve been seeing progress, but his foster family lives in a very busy area swarming with other dogs and it’s just too much stimulation for him.

Kane's foster family loves him and considered keeping him, but he needs more structure and training than this busy family with young children can provide. This means Kane is looking for a new foster home. We already have a shortage of foster spaces, and sadly we don’t have any current homes who can give Kane the structure he needs. HugABull is willing to provide free one-on-one training, Pit Ed classes and lots of support as we know that with a month or two of “boot camp” he would come a long way.

We are looking for a two-month commitment and a solid routine with opportunities for Kane to practice calm behaviour around new dogs. It will require some dedication and handling skills, but we can tell you that Kane will be a perfect houseguest in every other way.

Kane and HugABull really need your help! If you have every considered fostering or making a profound difference in the life of a deserving dog, this is your chance. Contact hugabull@gmail.com for more information.

Someone called me a pit bull...and sealed my fate in Ontario.

2009-10-28T09:23:00.000-07:00

Most of us know that Ontario is home to the most restrictive Breed Specific Legislation (BSL) in North America. A dog deemed to be a "pit bull type" cannot be adopted or imported into the province. It means that countless innocent dogs have been put to death and people have seen their gentle family dogs seized and subject to restrictive muzzling laws.

Despite the death, heartbreak and millions of dollars in legal fees, there has been no evidence of fewer dog bites in Ontario or increased public safety. And with each month that goes by, it becomes more clear that BSL is fundamentally flawed.

Someone posted these puppies for sale online calling them "pit bull mixes" and sealed their fate. The mother dog (a Lab/Shepherd cross) and her litter were seized by Animal Control and her puppies sit on death row.

Was the father a pit bull? We don't know for sure. He may have been a mastiff, a boxer, or another Lab. But because a backyard breeder decided to type the dreaded "P-word" these otherwise highly adoptable puppies may die.

These puppies drew the attention of MonStars Mastiff Rescue, who is desperately looking for a way to have them transported out of the province, where they can be adopted and undergo a breed identification from a professional. Ironically, an organization like HugABull would normally not accept these puppies because they appear to have minimal or no pit bull in them!

Although HugABull cannot take puppies at this time, a local all-breed rescue, The Penny Foundation, has stepped up and offered foster care to the eight little ones. Now we wait to see if the red tape can be unravelled and if these dogs can be released out of the province - and survive. As healthy, social, cute-as-a-button puppies they will have no trouble finding homes in Vancouver. But in Ontario they may die, because one person at one time uttered "pit bull."

Please send your thoughts and wishes to these little guys, and remember that these are just one litter of many slated for death row because of BSL. Share this story with your friends, and help us open eyes to why we are so passionate about ending discriminatory legislation.

Pit Bull Awareness Day

2009-10-13T12:02:00.000-07:00

Channel your Halloween spirit and bring your leashed, well-behaved dog to march with us in pit bull solidarity!

HugABull is organizing Vancouver's first Pit Bull Awareness Day Walk with a Halloween theme. We welcome all breeds and all people with crowd manners to help us show off our pit bulls as the well-behaved, fun-loving family members they are.

We'll be dispensing special treats along the way to put extra emphasis on the sweet side of pit bulls.

Creative Halloween costumes are encouraged...!

Details
Saturday, October 24
Starting at Science World (1455 Quebec Street) in Vancouver. Meet us on the grassed side of the parking lot.
3:30 meetup
4:00 walk

Click here for the background and history of Pit Bull Awareness Day, and email info@hugabull.com for more information or to RSVP.

We are thankful for our many supporters...

2009-10-08T10:51:00.000-07:00

Thanks to our many friends and fans, our Giggle Dam fundraiser was another success. We had a great turnout of 118 people, and our preliminary calculations indicate that over $3,000 was raised. These funds will directly benefit our rescue and advocacy activities over the coming year.

It was a fun night, made especially memorable by seeing certain HugABullers on-stage in costume...in addition to being dog advocates, they're also very good sports.

Thanks again for joining us, supporting us and laughing with us!

A special thank you to everyone that contributed to our silent auction:
Black Rock Resort
Bow Wow Haus
Dog & Hydrant Photography and Boutique
Don Osborne
Forever My Friend Pet Gifts and Custom Framing
In the Raw Foods for Dogs and Cats
International Year of the Tiger Foundation
Makoa Leather
Modern Dog Magazine
Off-Leash Dog Photography
PNE Pacific National Exhibition
S.I.T. Bits
Urban Pets
Vancouver Canadians
Venom Motorworks & Automotive Detailing
West Coast Tails Professional Pet Services

A very special thank you to the Coquitlam Now for this wonderful article on HugABull Director Arlene, with Mr. Beefcake and Cocoa Bean. It was great coverage and we were thrilled with it (though Beef and Beans were worried that the photo made their heads look big...)

Buy your Giggle Dam tickets today!

2009-09-24T11:57:00.000-07:00

As many of you know, our Giggle Dam fundraiser is just over a week away! It's a fun night of food, entertainment, and great company, all in support of a good cause.

The Giggle Dam is a great supporter and is hosting this event for the second year in a row. All they ask of us is to sell a minimum number of tickets, and unfortunately sales are a bit slower than expected. We need your help!

If you are thinking of going, please order your tickets today so we can make sure this night is as big and spectacular as it can be. Here are some options:

- Call the Giggle Dam box office 604-944-4453 where you can pay by credit card

- Email info@hugabull.com to reserve a ticket (please note that reservations are binding and you will be accountable for payment!).

- Use the HugABull Paypal account. Click here.

Do you want to support the event but aren't able to attend? Consider sponsoring a ticket so we can invite a special foster family, volunteer or supporter who otherwise wouldn't be able to participate.

Event details
October 4, 2009 (doors open at 4:30)
Giggle Dam Dinner Theatre
2616 Shaughnessy Street, Port Coquitlam, BC
Tickets are $48 (plus GST) with a portion going to HugABull

More info on our blog:
http://hugabull.blogspot.com/2009/09/get-ready-to-giggle-with-hugabull.html

We hope to see you there!

Emergency Foster - UPDATE!

2009-09-22T21:16:00.000-07:00

We are pleased to report that, once again, the HugABull community came through for a dog in need. One of our members and her dog pack of three volunteered to provide JJ with a home while we searched for a longer-term arrangement. During this time she was rechristened as "Paige" and indulged in a serious case of puppy love with Seven, her baby Visla foster brother.

Paige will be moving to a foster-to-adopt family in the next week or two, and we have a great feeling about this match (although little Seven will be disappointed to see her go...). Thank you to everyone who helped spread the word, volunteered their time and homes, and ultimately saved this little girl's life.

Emergency foster home needed

2009-09-15T14:55:00.000-07:00

A pocket sized pit bull needs your help!

We met JJ at a local shelter last weekend and knew she was born to be a HugABull dog. Unfortunately due to a shortage of foster homes we couldn’t take her right away, and with every day that went by JJ became more stressed. The shelter was squeezed for space, and told us that she had to go NOW or a difficult decision would have to be made.

Lauren, our foster care coordinator, couldn’t let anything happen to this stellar dog. She called Country Squire Kennels, who agreed to look after her at a reduced rate until we could find a foster home.This move will save JJ’s life, but it’s still not the best environment for her – this cuddly, kissy girl needs to be surrounded by a family and lots of love.

JJ is a tiny thing who weighs only about 40 pounds and barely reaches your knee. She is about 1.5 years old with an immensely sweet, outgoing personality. She will let you get away with anything as long as she’s getting some human attention! She loves to play but never forgets her manners: she will stop and sit nicely when you ask for her toy.

Her doggie social skills are hard to gauge due to kennel stress and a recent heat (she was just spayed) but she has no problem meeting other dogs, especially males. She may be somewhat selective with females but doesn’t have any reactivity in their presence. A cat-free home would be best as this girl does love to chase.

JJ needs a foster home as soon as possible so she can de-stress and blossom into the loving family dog she was meant to be. Please contact lauren@hugabull.com if you have room in your home for this girl (she doesn’t take up much space!) even if it’s only short-term.

Give a DAM with HugABull's 4th Annual Fundraiser

2009-09-07T22:23:00.000-07:00

When: October 4, 2009 - doors open at 4:30
Where: Giggle Dam Dinner Theatre at 2616 Shaughnessy Street, Port Coquitlam, BC

Cost: Tickets are $48 (plus GST) with a portion going to HugABull

Please note that the ticket price includes:

-- a four course meal
-- pre-show entertainment
-- a mainstage theatre show
-- silent auction with all proceeds going to HugABull.

Buy your tickets in advance! Contact the Giggle Dam Box Office at 604-944-4453. To learn about the Giggle Dam, visit http://www.giggledam.com/

The event will also include a silent auction with some great items courtesy of our sponsors and supporters. Here's a sneak preview of what will be up for grabs:

- Dog & Hydrant photography session
- 2010 PNE & PLAYLAND Passes
- In The Raw gift basket
- Vancouver Canadians grandstand passes
- Urban Pets gift baskets
- 2 Nights Stay at the Black Rock Resort in Ucluelet
- 1 yearr subscription to Modern Dog Magazine
- Bow Wow Haus gift basket
- Makoa Custom Leather gift certificate
- West Coast Tails all inclusive doggy package
- Angelo's Salon & Spa package

Get your tickets before they are gone....call 604-944-4453 today!
Check out last year's event at 2008 Giggle Dam

BSL in Nanaimo - UPDATE

2009-09-06T12:21:00.000-07:00

We have been in touch with Nanaimo City Council and they have reassured us that there are no plans to change BSL in Nanaimo or implement a breed ban.

It appears that discussions about breed bans have been fueled by a few vocal citizens and some recent op-ed letters in local newspapers. We remain concerned, especially given the mayor and councillor's public support of Ontario's breed ban, but fortunately Nanaimo's pit bulls remain safe for now.

We encourage you to support the Nanaimo Kennel Club's upcoming events in support of Responsible Dog Owner's Week. Nanaimo is already a city with stringent BSL, so we invite responsible pit bull owners to make themselves visible and be part of the responsible dog owner community!

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NANAIMO KENNEL CLUB Is pleased to present a public forum on “Putting a Muzzle on Dog BITE Incidents in your Community” and “Responsible Dog Ownership”

Speaker: Bill Bruce, Director of Animal Services and Bylaws, Calgary

DATE: Wednesday, September 23, 2009
LOCATION: Beban Park Auditorium
TIME: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
COST: No charge to attend

If you love dogs and have them in your life, you need to attend this forum to find out what may lie ahead....Find out why the most common "knee-jerk" actions, and traditional bylaws DO NOT work, and discover a role model that has a proven track record that DOES work. Learn about possible dog bylaw changes, bite and muzzling issues and much more. Learn about the dog bylaws implemented in Calgary by Mr. Bruce and why they are among the most successful in North America.

Responsible dog ownership and how it affects you and your life, how it impacts on your city, your home and most importantly your dogs. Mr. Bruce will be coming to Nanaimo to share his expertise and knowledge on this important subject with us. As part of the Canadian Kennel Club’s encouragement for Responsible Dog Ownership and RDOG walks being held all across Canada, the NKC invites you to attend this topical and worthwhile presentation.

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Responsible Dog Owner's Walk

Saturday, September 26

1:00 -3:00 pm

Port Place Mall , Nanaimo

The Pit Bull attack that wasn't?

2009-09-04T23:57:00.000-07:00

It seems that now Pit Bulls don't actually have to do anything to make the news. The most recent media coverage is about a Pit Bull Attack that wasn't? This one has us scratching our heads.

Dog Attack Incomplete

According to news reports a man got out of his car in his driveway and was approached and barked at by two Pit Bulls. The man then got back into his car and dialed 911. Animal Control and the Police attended the scene and removed the dogs, but not before the news stations captured animal control officers petting the relaxed and happy dogs on the head, who both had HUGE bully grins slapped across their faces, not to mention the owner who showed up to apologize profusely.

While we at HugABull absolutely do not believe that dogs of any breed should be at large we also have to wonder why this story made the news and does this mean that we can now call 911 and have animal control show up every time our neighbours Labrador is seen wondering lose while barking at us? Of course not, that would be silly.

Lets get real... this must have been a very slow news day.

Pits in the Park - Sunday, September 13

2009-09-04T10:52:00.000-07:00

Bring your polite, leashed dog for an afternoon of visiting, food and fun following the SPCA's Paws for a Cause walk. Two-legged friends and family are welcome (we recommend they be polite too, but we'll make an exception to the leash rules).

For dogs that prefer the company of people and would like to maintain their personal space around other dogs, green bandannas will be available. We want everyone to be included!

We hope to see you there...

If Bryant was a pit bull

2009-09-03T13:05:00.001-07:00

By now many of you have already heard about Ontario's former Attorney General and his run in with the law. Michael Bryant was arrested for allegedly dragging a man to his death with his car.

We extend our heartfelt sympathies to the family and friends of the victim, and we hope this gets people thinking about public safety and the importance of personal responsibility. We are all individually responsible for our actions, whether behind the wheel of a car or at the end of a leash.

We think this blog post on "If Michael Bryant was a pit bull" has some great food for thought: http://www.dogsincanada.com/blog/

New Pack Members...

2009-08-27T13:12:00.000-07:00

Welcome to the pack….

HugABull is pleased to introduce three new steering committee members. While they have all been working with HugABull for quite a few months now, we thought it was high time we provided an official introduction and welcome.

Lauren steps into HugABull as our NEW Foster Care Coordinator – a position we know we’ve needed for some time. Lauren’s involvement with HugABull started two years ago when she adopted her first pit bull, the late but lovely Rex. Right away Lauren got involved conducting home checks, meet and greets and raising funds for Loki’s Christmas Wish Fund and the Lovely Fund. Today Lauren is the proud mom to Rex’s beloved foster brother and HugABull favourite, Bronte!

As Foster Care coordinator, Lauren will help organize our fostering process and be a point of contact for information and advice. Please contact her with any fostering-related inquiries at
Lauren@hugabull.com

Danielle K recently joined HugABull as our NEW Volunteer Coordinator. A proud pit bull owner to her wonderful dog Casey, Danielle wanted to get involved and help the breed she loved so much – but as a nurse with a variable schedule it was difficult to commit to a role. As a volunteer coordinator she can work from home keeping our volunteer list up-to-date and making sure our events and programs have the people resources they need to be successful.

To be added to our list, or for any other volunteer inquiries, contact Danielle at Daniellek@hugabull.com

April stumbled across HugABull when she contacted Shelagh for training advice when a shelter adoption went wrong. HugABull supported her through a difficult process, and today she is devoted to the group and ensuring others have a much better experience with rescued dogs. She is also a “failed” but proud foster mom to Chica, a HugABull alumni. April will be spearheading our media relations efforts, editing our newsletter, and lending her writing, marketing, and communications skills wherever she can.

For any media or marketing hints, tricks, or ideas, contact April at April@hugabull.com

We are always looking for people with the time and dedicated skill set to join our steering committee, so if you are looking at taking on a more active role, please let us know! Some areas we’d like to develop are training support, fundraising, BSL…just to mention a few.

In the meantime, we’re thrilled to add three talented women to our team, so please join me in welcoming Lauren, April and Danielle K!

Loki's Christmas Wish 2009

2009-08-27T08:57:00.000-07:00

We are at it again.. last years event was such a huge success we had to keep it going and this year we want to make it bigger and better than the year before.

Check out last years success Loki's Christmas Wish 2008

For those of you who are unfamiliar with this event, here is a little background.

Loki’s Christmas Wish Foundation was named after one of HugABull’s own. Loki was a 5 month old pup that came to HugABull from Chilliwack Animal Control. Surrendered by his previous owners Loki had been neglected and his future was uncertain.Luckily for him the team saw something in him, the determination to trust and be loved.

Just days after Christmas Loki found his forever home in the arms of a loving family whose life was forever changed. Unfortunately only 3 short years later Loki was laid to rest due to health issues. From Loki’s passing came this wish from his family. “Let no dog at Christmas time go unloved or unwanted”With that wish, each year in memory of Loki, HugABull will be collecting donations of dog beds, toys, treats, jackets, food and anything else that could give a dog something to bark about.

This year we will be collecting for New Westminster Animal Control and the Victoria CRD Pound. Two very deserving groups working hard with what they have.

New or Used items needed for in the kennels

Dog Beds - Please wash if used

Blankets - Please wash if used

Jackets - Great for dogs in kennels without heat, again please wash if used.

For Some Fun

Soccer Balls

Basket Balls

Lacrosse Balls

Stuffed soft toys

Long Tug Ropes

Kongs

Ultra Balls

Treats that will REALLY make their christmas

Raw Meaty Bones - they would be in heaven

Bully Sticks - again a great chew for a lonely dog

Salmon Skin Chews

Healthy Dog Treats

Can't forget the Cats!! (calling all cat lovers)

This year because both shelters also support abandoned/neglected cats we are looking for donations for the felines at these shelters.

Cat Scratches

Cat Toys

Food

Bowls

Cat Nip

Cat Treats

If you can help with donations please email us

Carla at carla@hugabull.com to make donations on the Island

Kristen at kristen@hugabull.com to make donations on the Mainland.

Let's work together to make sure these dogs get the Christmas they deserve.

Vancouver Island Pits In The Park

2009-08-19T21:40:00.001-07:00

Thank you to everyone that showed up and enjoyed the celebrations. This event is a hit every year and is a great way for us to visit with our past adopters, volunteers, fans and supporters.

Without you there would be no HugABull so thank you for your support, love of the breed and your desire to see a change.

Hug Dog Giselle soon will be looking for a home of her own

The Hug Team working hard

Time to give away the goods

Rock'n the shades and looking good

Hug Dog Jake striking a pose

Puppy Sterling was pooped after a long day of fun in the sun.

Thank you again to all our volunteer, supporters and fans you keep us motivated to do more for the dogs we all love.

Happy Pits In The Park... see you all next year!

Ginger and Randene Neill Make CNN

2009-08-19T21:22:00.000-07:00

Ginger and Randene Neill made CNN... can you believe it? Who knew that this homeless Pit Bull would wow so many and as far away as New York to boot.

A sad day in Philly

2009-08-14T11:39:00.000-07:00

We will keep this brief however we are very upset to hear that the Philadelphia Eagles have signed Michael Vick to a one year contract with the option of a second year.

While we guessed that talent would take weight over moral or ethical values we are still saddened that any team in the NFL would take him on.

Vick asks public for second chance with Eagles

Event PETA is jumping in on the action. Anything to get their name out.

Celebrities like PINK are not happy over this decision. PINK was quoted on her Twitter page saying

“wow. michael vick in MY hometown, Philly. of all the places. I hope the fans tear him to pieces like his beloved dogs.”

Abuse on the rise? Click to read what BADRAP has to say.

Foster Care hits the news...

2009-08-14T08:40:00.000-07:00

"Fostering helps dog lovers find the right fit
Stray, surrendered and seized dogs benefit from HugABull" - Vancouver Courier Published: Friday, August 14, 2009

Thank you Cheryl Rossi with the Vancouver Courier for shining a light on the joys and benefits of fostering with HugABull.

And a big thank you to April and Chica for being the superstars that they are.

To read the whole article click here

Ginger is a viral video sensation!

2009-08-13T11:07:00.000-07:00

Ginger is a gorgeous little girl from Surrey SPCA, and in true pit bull fashion she drenched Global TV anchor Randene Neill with kisses during a recent Adopt-A-Pet segment.

We dare you to watch this and not fall in love with this sweet dog! Apparently Global viewers did, and phones are ringing off the hook with adoption offers.

Kudos to Ginger for being her loveable bullie self, to SPCA Surrey for promoting our favourite breed on a high-profile TV show, and to Global TV for putting a true, wiggle-bum pit bull in the media spotlight. Well done!

Pits In The Park - Island Style

2009-08-10T12:41:00.000-07:00

Calling all Islanders!!!

Come out and join Vancouver Island HugABull at our 4th Annual Pits In The Park BBQ!

This much anticipated event draws tons of Pit Bull owners and their dogs from all over.

All well behaved on leash dogs are welcome and those that need a little more comfort room will be handed bandannas to ensure they get their space.

We hope to see you all there.

(Click on the picture of a larger view)

YOU DID IT !!!

2009-08-07T12:07:00.000-07:00

Thank you so much to everyone that opened their hearts and wallets to Chad and his family... You have help raise $470.00 towards Hemi's care and with more on its way we can are confident that Hemi can be spayed.

This has been a very emotional time for Chad and his family. Asking for help can sometimes be the hardest step and we are glad that we could help make that step a little easier. We know Chad appreicates this more than words can say.. but he tried

" You just made me cry!!! How emotional... My kids are freaking out right now and I am ballin like a 2 year old...lol This is fantastic news...we are so happy"

This just goes to show that the Pit Bull community is strong, supportive, alive and well... and we at HugABull are so proud to be apart of it.

TEAM SPIRIT!!!

2009-08-07T09:18:00.000-07:00

WOW!!! in less than a 24hrs we have we have already gone WAY past the half way mark for Chad and Hemi... We have received $395.00

Thank you to everyone that has donated so far... keep up the kindness only $58.00 left to go!!!

Thank you to Priya Litler, Caitlin Mclagan, Shelley Moore, Linda Dewit, Shelley Cunningam, Shirley Palma, Leah Morgan, April Fahr,Corrine Arther, Keith Gange, Kasey Best & Sherri Luzi. Big thanks to Makoa Leather for offering to create Hemi a stunning new collar - Pictures will be posted and to House of Wags who intends on donating the proceeds from their raffle sales this weekend towards Hemi and her spay.

Only $58.00 left.... anything over and above goes towards Hemi's spay and then to HugABull.

Help HugABull Help Hemi!

2009-08-06T20:26:00.001-07:00

Being a responsible dog owner requires a lot of things: patience, kindness, commitment...and sometimes money. Many of us know first-hand that when your dog gets very sick, very fast, this translates to massive vet bills.

But what do you do when the vet bill comes and you're already struggling financially? This is what Chad, a single dad from Maple Ridge, recently had to ask himself.

Earlier this year, Chad adopted Hemi as a companion to his two girls. The four of them bonded immediately and soon, no one could imagine life without her – especially Chad’s daughter, who lives with a bone growth deficiency that inhibits her development. Hemi is her best friend, playmate and personal therapy dog!

Two months ago, Chad lost his job. It wasn't an easy time but Chad has been making it work…until disaster struck two weeks ago when Hemi became very sick. Worried and not wanting to waste any time, Chad rushed his pet to the nearest Animal Hospital, where Hemi had emergency surgery for an intestinal blockage.

Chad didn’t hesitate to okay the surgery and save his dog, but when the dust settled he was faced with a bill for almost $2000. On an already limited income this was a shock, especially when the Animal Hospital refused to extend a payment plan to him. And they wouldn't release Hemi until the bill was paid…so every day that Hemi remained at the hospital, they charged an extra $55 for boarding fees!

Overwhelmed but determined, Chad kicked into overdrive. He drained his savings, and gathered his friends to organize fundraisers – pub nights, BBQ Hot dog & Burger sales at his house and email campaigns. When he came to HugABull we knew we needed to help. So many dogs are surrendered because their owners are unable or unwilling to provide basic vet care for their pets, and Chad has truly inspired us with his love and commitment to Hemi.

HugABull has been working with Chad and the vet’s office, and has committed to help him fundraise. With our support the vet’s office has agreed to release Hemi and a payment plan has been set up.

We ask our forum members to consider donating in support of Chad, someone who doesn’t like having to ask for money, but will do anything for his beloved pet. HugABull will be collecting donations through our Paypal account – just enter your donation and include “Hemi” on the donation form.

Any and all funds will go straight to Hemi’s medical bills. There is $453.00 currently owing, and Chad hopes to raise some of that at a car wash fundraiser this weekend. Any extra funds raised will go towards Hemi’s spay, and then to HugABull.

Help us help Hemi! Every $5 or $10 donation makes a difference...and helps Hemi recover at home with her family, where she belongs.

PAY PAL BUTTON (scroll to the bottom)

More Pride!

2009-08-05T21:07:00.000-07:00

Another perspective on Sunday's Pride march, set to music!

From http://nomuzzle.blogspot.com