Buddies Thru Bullies
A Florida-based not-for-profit organization
specializing in English Bulldog rescue.
Since 1997, Buddies Thru Bullies (BTB) members from around the country
gather to watch their ever-graceful English Bulldogs participate in a custom-made obstacle course.
 
Participants need not be rescues, or members. The only qualification is being an English Bulldog.

"Fun Awards" are also awarded, such Best Dressed Bulldog & Owner/Bulldog Look Alike.
To see Cyndi's Video from the last Bullie Olympics:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1CPP_xuc0qI


The event, free to the public (there is a $1 park admission), 
draws a crowd of about 100 people and usually approximately 50 bulldogs - not all are athletes; some are watchers. 
(Broward County Park regulations require that all dogs be on leash and have proof of current rabies vaccination.)
So stay tuned for the unique event

For more information on adopting an English Bulldog
http://www.buddiesthrubullies.org

photo: Cyndi Lenz

Dog Bites
by Dr Cindy Rigg
In order to prevent a bite, we must modify our behaviors that might incite one.
Unknown animals are due the most caution, but please treat any animal with care/respect, even if the owner tells you that the animal is well socialized.
A. For an unknown animal
1) Never corner or even confront a dog. You might mean well, but this is an aggressive action on your part.
2) Do not pick up anything that the dog may think is a possession. Especially, do not pick up a pup.
3) If faced with an unknown dog, do not run. Smile, but avoid direct eye contact and maintain a calm composure. Talk to the dog in a gentle but firm and confident voice. Never shout or act upset. Seek a way to put a barrier between yourself and the animal, but do not make abrupt movement or throw anything at the animal.
B. For an animal, whose owner is present or is known by you
1) Confrontation and possessions could still be issues; for owned animals, this can include family members. Be cognizant of the dog's behavior in these circumstances.
2) If you play hard with an animal, be aware that the animal's limits are not necessarily yours.

Stay tuned for:what to do if you do get bitten.

photo: Machiavelli/clenz

Adopt-A-Bull Rescue, Inc. is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) English Bulldog Rescue organization based in South Florida. We are a network of bulldog lovers and volunteers with an unyielding desire to help English Bulldogs in need of an “intervention.” The bulldogs that enter our re-homing and rescue program may come from animal shelters where they would otherwise be facing euthanasia, some are found as strays and others have been surrendered by private individuals who can no longer care for them. Our goal is to raise the funds necessary in order to properly care for and rehabilitate the dogs in our custody. We strive to provide our rescue bullies with the highest quality of life so they may live healthy and happily with their forever families. It is with strong conviction we have decided to reach out to bulldogs less fortunate than the ones we call our own. There bullies have more than just “a face only a mother could love.” It’s up to us to make a difference in their lives and we can’t do it without your support. Check out our website for the latest bullie blogs and news! Donations of any size are always welcome to help the rescue bullies in need.
Erica Rodriguez-Anthony - President & Founder
ADOPT-A-BULL RESCUE, INC.
A Non-Profit 501c3 (public charity) English Bulldog Rescue Organization
PO BOX 8035 - Coral Springs, FL 33075
954-802-1442
www.adoptabullrescue.com

Busch Wildlife Sanctuary
a non profit organization dedicated to the protection and conservation to the protection and conservation of Florida's and natural resources.
561 575 3399
2500 Jupiter Park Rd
Jupiter Florida 334444458

The Sanctuary offers visitors an opportunity to learn about Florida's wildlife and natural environments. It is a unique refuge that combines a community nature center with a wildlife rehabilitation hospital.

For more information
http://www.buschwildlife.com

Photo: Volunteer from Busch Wildlife Sanctuary explaining all things snake to some of the attendees. photo credit: Cyndi Lenz

Dr Pullon and his ace team at Village Veterinary in Jupiter managed to microchip 95 pets this past Saturday at their a their 2nd annual microchip & storm awareness clinic & Cat adoption fundraiser.
This was an excellent event to educate their neighbors on the necessity of microchipping and storm preparedness. Being concerned about the thousands of pets that get lost forever during catastorphic events they hoped to reduce the number by reuniting as many as possible. Understanding that storm awareness and pet recoverey go hand -in-hand. A lowcost microchip clinic and feline placement program with hot dogs and" The Fat Cats" playing some great music. Also in attendance was Busch Wildlife Sanctuary and Elite Greyhounds.
Sponsors for the first aid kits that were sold to help support the cat adoptions was Bill Owens from Webster and Tequesta Drugs.
Kudos to Doc Pullon, Carmen and his great staff for putting this wonderful and inspiring event together.