One of the largest puppy mill raids in the
country just occurred in the Kennewick area, with some of the worst
conditions officials have ever seen.
More than 370 American Eskimo dogs were
found living in shopping carts, wooden crates, and other makeshift kennels
caked with feces and soaked with urine. Rescuers report that some dogs have
matted coats, urine burns, and other health problems caused by their cruel
living conditions.
Sherry Myers brought back 17
adults and 13 babies from Kennewick on May 30th. Three of the adults
are pregnant and due to whelp soon. Many of these Eskies are already
in foster homes. We will post pictures soon of the Mama and Baby we
have here. Their names are Reta and Franki short for Aretha Franklin
and her song Rescue Me.
Rescue me
Oh take me in your arms
Rescue me...
I want your tender charms
'Coz I'm lonely and I'm blue
I need you
and your love too
I started crying when I read the verse of a song
I've heard for years. I knew it was fitting.
A friend suggested
it and when the tears came I knew that their new names were Reta and Franki.
AEDAW has set up a rescue
fund through the American Eskimo Dog Assoc. to cover the expenses for
the dogs we all agree to take on. IF there are any funds left after we
get through this, we will donate the remainder to the American Eskimo
account with Seattle Purebred Dog Rescue. If you have any questions or
concerns, please feel free to contact me. To make a donation send a
check to the address below. Foster and Adoption homes are also
needed.
Reta and Franki just a few days
after being rescued from Sun Valley Kennels in Kennewick, WA
June, 2009
By:
Sherry Myers
I sincerely believe
that reputable breeders concerned with the future of their breed are involved
with breed rescue. In breed rescue, volunteers work with local animal
shelters and members of the community to help place stray and unwanted dogs into
new homes. Often rescue dogs have been neglected, abused and/or
under-socialized. Many come from breeders not focusing on breeding proper
temperament.
Because
American Eskimos are so intelligent, willing to please and natural companion
dogs, most rescue dogs become great pets with a little training and a lot of
love. As the American Eskimo Breed Representative for
Seattle Purebred Dog Rescue,
I deal with approximately 60 rescue American Eskimos in western Washington every
year.
Adopting a rescue
dog is a great alternative to buying a purebred puppy. Especially for
homes who don't have the time or desire to raise a baby puppy or for people
looking to add a second (or third, or ...) Eskie to the family.
If you are
interested in adopting a rescue Eskie, volunteering to help in our rescue
efforts, or donating funds to support the American Eskimo fund, contact Seattle
Purebred Dog Rescue at 206.654.1117 or visit the web site at
www.spdrdogs.org
