COME ON OUT AND JOIN THE FUN
Thanks to the time, talent and understanding of a few of our fosters, they have put together this fantastic fundraiser and incredible event both for the animals of The ARF Shack and for a guaranteed good time for those that attend ~ See you there...
CHECK OUT THEIR WEBSITE !!
www.bowWOWmeowbiscuits.com
THE ARF SHACK IS HELPING SPREAD THE WORD ~
NATURAL TREATS ~ FOR YOUR PETS!
By placing your orders on line and having them shipped right to your front door, it's a win/win situation for everyone! Your animals receive the healthy treats and our animals receive a percentage share contribution from your animal's order!!
Reflecting on 2009
Hi to all ARF Shack pack members. As director of The ARF Shack I wanted to take this chance to thank you all for your support. Tomorrow is the solstice and a time for reflection of what has passed not for regret or judgement but for acknowledgement and for establishing goals for the new year. WOW what a year it has been for The ARF Shack!! I started this rescue 2 years ago in memory of the love of my life Bullet. I rescued him from the leon County animal shelter in 1989 and my life was never the same. I wanted to save others like him and to honor the 14 years that we had together. But part of my mission was to also educate people on how to fulfill and balance their pets. I learned the hard way too much love is not good, dogs need calm assertive leaders. I wasnt exactly sure of how to provide this but I knew I was embarking on a journey and I knew that with my persistence and the energy of the dogs...I would find the way. To start that journey...I met Todd Langston from OC Packlife. Meeting him was truly one of the single most significant moments for my rescue and for my relationship with my dogs and therefore for my life. He led me to the next step in my journey meeting and training with Linn Boyke of zen4k9s.com. We need a book to describe what I learned from Linn about myself, about dogs, about rescue about life. The journey was moving forward and in walks Janet. She joined the ARF Shack in Feb 2009 and pushed us forward at full speed. I dont know where I would be without her and her unstopable commitment to rescue. She is an amazing person who beats the odds no matter what...just meet her son Niall and feel his energy and you will know what I mean. Janet is my right hand and the ARF Shack would not be without her. Thanks Janet. We can't issue thanks without acknowledging those that have to tolerate the dogs, the emotions, the long hours...Dave and Jerry you get the Golden Paw award.. what can we say?? Then there are the countless dogs that come in and out of my life. I am a better person because of every single dog I have helped and loved. From Betsy the ARF Shack bait dog, to Murphy with her shot feet to Flex the amazing Presa pup to Quinten the annoying but lovable Dachsund. Of course without the people that adopt them and continue to love and balance them none of it would happen. So thanks to all and I hope you will continue to support us and will join us in our 2010 efforts to fund raise so that we can continue the journey.
Blessed Be to all.
Susan Hewlings
Has Someone Caught Your Eye...
Then Fill Out An Application of Interest
An Application of Interest is the first step required in order to establish a meet/greet with an animal of The ARF Shack. The submission of this application is not a commitment to adopt, it is an administrative tool required to see if you and your animal of interest are compatible!
Just like with on-line dating, anyone can fall in love with a photo, but the 'actual date' is what is required in order to see if there is truly a connection. One does not want to be matched up with someone who is found to be totally incompatible to their likes, desires and lifestyle!
Upon receipt and review of your completed application, the automated system will acknowledge our receipt of your submission. Secondly, your application will be assigned to the Rescue Volunteer who has both the most knowledge of your specific animal of interest and the most hands-on interaction with same.
An application of Interest form can be found under the 'Forms/Apps' Tab on the left hand side of this Home Page. The completion of this required application is quick and painless. We THANK YOU for the opportunity to help you, and help them, into a forever and lasting relationship!!
A CASE OF MISTAKEN IDENTITY
Why we need to all ban together and NOT
let them pass Breed Specific Legislation
If you are in need of 'Match Making Assistance' between yourself and an ARF Shack animal, please complete an Application of Interest (which can be found under the 'Forms' Section on the left hand side of this screen) and be certain to choose this particular option as your 'Animal of Interest.'
Then, your application can be assigned to one of The ARF volunteers most familiar with the dogs we presently have available in order to see if we have a viable candidate.
In every instance The ARF Shack offers a two week 'foster with an intent to adopt' arrangement which allows all involved to insure that it is a perfect fit (for both two legged and four legged). A two week foster with intent arrangement is a win/win situation for all involved due to the fact that it allows applicants a hands-on understanding of what their full-time commitment is going to involve and it also allows The ARF Shack to be certain that they are placing the appropriate animal into the appropriate environment. Making certain that the next transition in an animal's life is into its final and forever home is the ultimate and underlying goal of The ARF Shack and its volunteers.
