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
