�The Barquer Winter 2008- Golden Retriever Rescue of Central NY

Published Quarterly by GRRCNY Inc. PO Box 735, Jamesville NY 13078 News and Information

About Golden Retrievers For Those

Who Love Them

Vol 12 Winter 2008, Issue 4

Happy Holidays

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What’s Inside This Issue? Pg �From Our President/2008 Officers Pg 2Contributors Pg � Annual Meeting Pg 3 I’ll Be Home for Christmas Pg 4Winter care Tips Pg 5Useful Websites Pg 6Holiday Dangers and Tips Pg 7I rescued a Human Today Pg 8Letters From Our Friends Pg 9Rainbow Bridge Pg �0GRCA appoints National Rescue Chair Pg 11GRRCNY at GRCA National Pg 11I just got adopted! Pg 11

GRRCNY Officers & Board Members2008

From Our President!

President: Carol Allen (315) 469-7926 carosal@twcny.rr.comVice President: Kim Dowd 607/662-0026 kdowd11@verizon.netSecretary: Kristen Monroe kristen802@odyssey.netTreasurer: Robert Miller (607) 844-9520

Board Member: Phil Jefferis (315)652-7883 philt00@aol.com Janet Gray 607/273-3251 jsg4@cornell.edu Marge Hoyt CoordinatorsIntake: Carol AllenFoster Homes: Marge Hoyt margehoyt@aol.com 315/469-1657Adoption: Sallie Lennox (315) 469-7926 goldengalsal@twcny.rr.comFollow Up: Kim DowdMembership: Janet GrayCommunity Relations: Phil JefferisWebmaster: Gordon Holloway gch@CBORD.comNewsletter Editor: Janet GrayVolunteer Coordinator: Margaret Georgia mfgeo701@gmail.com Barquer Committee: Carol Allen, Janet Gray, Janice Brown, Robert Miller, Margaret Georgia (mailing).

Dear Friends,

I’m writing this at Thanksgiving and, at the same time, looking ahead to the December holidays. This means we all have a lot to do and a lot to say, too.

First, to give thanks for your support for without it there is no way we could say to the next phone call “Yes, we can help”. It may be TO a hu-man that we speak when that call comes in but it is FOR a Golden that we speak. You offer your support for a Golden likely you will never meet and, to me, that’s part of the marvel of it all. You trust that the Golden will be cared for, medical needs addressed and re-homing will be with care and thought. You trust that we’ll “do the right thing” and I can’t say enough about what that means to us as caregivers.

Second, with Christmas and Chanukah just ahead, and as wish lists are made and checked twice, there will be no requests from us that you con-sider us in your holiday giving. We know full well that either you will or you cannot just now. There are so many competing demands on our income these days and each day the economic news is more and more troubling. You always have done what you could when you could and our wish for each of you is that you families are safe and secure and find happiness and peace.

Third, let’s not forget New Year’s and the resolutions some invariably make (and break). But GRRCNY has made a resolution that will not be broken: at the recent Annual Meeting there was great resolve that we will belt-tightened in every way we can while not sacrificing our quality of care standards. We have always reviewed each expenditure carefully and will double those efforts. We owe you and the Goldens we serve that.

One change we will make for 2009 and after is to reduce the number of issues of The Barquer from four to three a year starting in the spring of 2009. There will be issues in late spring, late summer and late fall/holiday. We will try to provide as much. information in three issues as we have in four in the past. We have always avoided the costly glitzy newsletter (use of color, glossy stock, etc) but even with the Bulk Mail-ing Permit it is costly to prepare and send as our mailing list is large. We have decided that the costs of the additional issue will be better used for direct care of the Goldens.

As is true of many programs in the northeast, the number of Goldens coming into our program is less than in previous years, although this can abruptly change at any time. If that does occur our capability to foster the increased number is a challenge we only can hope to meet. But those Goldens coming to us have been much more medically neglected and our

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We heartily thank the following donors for generously supporting the cause so dear to our hearts. With a Golden Bark, we gratefully Thank our most recent Contributors for 2008:

Thanks To Our Contributors!!!

The Barquer is published solely for the information and pleasure of members and supporters of Golden Retriever Rescue of Central New York, Inc. The opin-ions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect those of the Officers and members of the organization. Always check with your veterinarian before administering medications or treatments for your dog. Permission is granted to other publications to reprint any item herein, provided credit is given to the author, The Barquer

Lifetime Members Permanent Memorials Edna AshmeadeDavid BrownVicki Bryerton in memory of Timothy BryertonLynne MellingerJames Ryan in memory of Carol RyanBrian Scanlon in memory of Carol RyanCheri Tuxill in memory of Leonard and Hope Tuxill

GRRCNY ANNUAL MEETING HELDGRRCNY held its Annual Meeting and Election of Officers and Board members on Sunday, October 26. Reports from the several facets of our program were presented and comments, concerns and questions voiced. It’s no surprise that a topic of discussion was belt-tightening. We have always been vigilant about costs and have tried to keep expenses down but economic conditions now make that even more imperative. Many thanks to the people who turned out for this important event.Our Officers and Board of Directors for 2009 are: President – Carol Allen Vice President: Kim Dowd Secretary: Kristen Monroe Treasurer: Robert Miller Directors: Janet Gray, Phil Jefferis, Marge Hoyt

The Board of Directors appoints coordinators and that will be done upon the Board being seated on January 1. A THANK YOU is extended to all who serve Goldens by working with GRRCNY.

Carol AllenJohn and Lisa AndrewsJon and Sue BirchJanice BrownRue ChagollElizabeth DillonElinor DonovanRobert and Carol FreemanTom and Janet GrayFloyd and Gayle HendersonSallie LennoxRobert MillerDale and Joanne MooneJohn and Elizabeth MoranJames SchermerhornJudy WarrenDebra Wood

Joe and Marge AdamsDenise BakerMarcia Buckley and Mark LembkeFran CookRuth DoddElinor DonovanMike and Lauren DrakeTom and Janet Gray

Floyd and Gayle HendersonChris KubisDave and Sherry LaskowskiKristen MonroeJohn and Liz MoranElizabeth NoonanJudy PalmieriRobert PetersBrian Scanlon

Cathryn SmithHenry and Anne WoodChris Zimmerman

IF YOU MOVE……… please let us know if your postal address changes. The Post Office makes money with each returned piece of mail (and we have better uses for your donations).

Write to GRRCNY, PO Box 735, Jamesville, NY 13078 or Janet Gray, jsg4@cornell.edu.We are also interested in having your current email address. Janet would be happy to receive that, too.

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Contact our Adoption Coordinator for more information. Sallie Lennox is at 315 469-7926. All dogs placed by GRRCNY are spayed or neutered (unless medically contraindicated), shots are current, heartworm and fecal testing done.

I’ll Be Home for Christmas,

if Only in My Dreams

Dear Santa,Please send me someone who will love me for ALL of me. I’m not as big as you, Santa, but did weigh 140 when GRRCNY accepted me. The portions in this Foster Home are so small. I need a fenced yard cuz they say I am stubborn but I know that I really enjoy being outdoors and looking around at sky and trees and birds. Walking with that thing between foster mom and me is strange but I’m learning. And I’ve lost nearly 40 pounds so I’m healthy and active and I’d like to loose more weight so that I can be even more healthy and active. They say I’m “a character”. What??? Love, Keystone (soon to be Keystone Light) age 9

Dear Santa,I could be Keystone’s brother but I’m not. My weight was 127 when GRRCNY met me in the shelter and said they had just the foster home for me – the same one that Keystone is in. I’ve lost weight but not as much as he has and I’m on medicine now that will help with that. But he’s right – meals are skimpy. I’m good with other dogs, cats and children. I’ll be 5 years old on December 24 – am I a gift or what? I was the hit of the Thanksgiving gathering. Love, Jed, almost 5 years old

Dear Santa,GRRCNY accepted me when my mother got sick and had to go away. I love Faith, my Foster Mom, who says that my name should be Golda because I have such strength, but I hear that my forever home is still being looked for. I’m a little bossy with other dogs and really don’t like a strange dog in my face – where are their manners? Some cats are OK in my book but others that run – well, I’d like to see them run faster. Peace and quiet are good things to me so noisy kids should live somewhere else. I love long walks – so much to see and so little time. Love, Goldie or Golda, age 8PS, Santa: I’ve met those big boys (Keystone and Jed) and I’m so much cuter than they are. I deserve my home first.

Dear Santa,Golly, Mr. Jolly. I do love these folks I’m staying with. Kate and Pat and the kids are my best buddies but I haven’t heard the word “forever” so I’m writing to you. I hear my younger sister got adopted and I want to hear that about me. I used to live with cats but now I’d chase them sometimes. So – for my sake and theirs – maybe there should be no cats. Other dogs are OK but I do prefer females. Foster Mom and Dad have worked on my training and I’m walking better on leash. See what you can do, huh, Santa? Love, Dempsey, age 7

Dear Santa,My mom died a couple of weeks ago but you already know that. GRRCNY just took me in at Thanksgiving time so they are just learning about me – and me about them. They seem OK. But I thought I had a forever home and now I’ve got to find another. GRRCNY will help me do that but could use a hand from you, Santa. I heard one of the new humans here say “problem free” (whatever that means!!) Seems like your world, Santa, could use something problem free these days. Please try for me. Love, Jenny, age 8

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Winter Care TipsA major issue for many Goldens (and their 2-legged friends, too) is a reduction in exercise in the winter. Weight gain is very common during the winter. You may need to decrease your dog’s food slightly for the next several months. And outdoor ex-ercise, while fun (watching a Golden find a snowball can amuse me for long periods), it can also present problems. If you’re out with your Golden, chances are your reaction to the cold will bring both of you inside before it bothers him. The dog left alone and outdoors is the one who is most vulnerable – we humans loose track of time, the phone rings or we just get busy. Good rule of paw: be out with your dog and when that just can’t be managed and the temperature and/or wind chill are low, make his time out alone very short.

Outdoors, two substances present problems. Snow and ice removal salt, if ingested, is toxic and is damaging to your dog’s paws. Store these materials in tightly capped, dog-proof containers, and remove them from your dogs’ paws when they come in. While we recommend “Safe Paw Ice Melter” (available in many grocery and pet supply stores), you can’t control what is used on public sidewalks and walkways. Antifreeze, even in very small amounts, can be fatal. Unfortunately, dogs like its sweet taste. Store it carefully and clean up spills at once. And more than one dog has crawled under a car in the garage or driveway to lap up an antifreeze leak that the owner didn’t even know existed.

Your dog will look forward to a ride in the car with you even more in the winter than usual. Boredom and under-stimulation are so common this time of year. But be sure that time left alone in the car is quite short when the temperature is low. Our Goldens are companion animals and spend most of their time in the home. While ideal, the opportunity to build up a protec-tive coat does not exist. Let’s not assume they are warm enough when the temperature is at zero and we’re in the grocery store for an hour.

Good grooming can help your Golden to remain more comfortable in the winter. Nails that need clipping are even more uncomfortable on the hard winter surfaces of ice and packed snow. Keep them trimmed. Hair between the pads of the feet as well as hair growing from the top of the foot should be trimmed as short as possible. Otherwise, it accumulates and holds ice. All feathering should be somewhat shorter for the same reason. Your Golden should be well dried after a bath and before going outdoors. (CJA)

per-dog costs are up about 40%, partly due to that neglect and in part due to increased veterinary and pharmaceuti-cal costs.

Other regions of the country are harder hit by foreclosures and programs there are seeing staggering increases. Sad stories are told of people walking away from their homes and leaving their pets on the property. Banks and real estate agents have been phoning rescue programs with great frequency. The puppy mills of the mid-west and Penn-sylvania are releasing dogs including Goldens in huge numbers saying that 1) the market isn’t there, 2) the costs of food are too high, 3) legislation is making business very difficult. Some are getting into smaller breeds and moving out their Goldens and other larger breeds. One Pennsylvania miller shot 80 dogs on his property in order to get rid of them. (Sorry, the reality isn’t in keeping with a holiday message, is it?) . Rescue is both a wonderful and a ter-rible adventure.

We welcome being contacted by you with suggestions, concerns, and ideas. And if fostering seems right for you, remember all expenses of the dog’s care remain with GRRCNY until adoption. You provide a soft “landing” place, love, consistency and security and GRRCNY covers the expenses. Love with no price tags attached.

Hoping you and your families and friends – and pets, too – have a very Happy Holiday.

Carol

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More Foster Homes Are Needed!

Our need for foster homes able to care for males of all ages is a particular and desperate need, but new homes to care for both genders of all ages are necessary. For information on becoming a foster home, please contact Marge Hoyt 315/469-1657

NEW FOSTER HOMES

Faith CarapellaAutumn Novakowski

Useful Web Sites (Dog- and Golden- related)

Golden Retriever Rescuea) www.grrcny.org (Golden Retriever Rescue of Central New York, Inc.)b) www.grca-nrc.org (National Rescue Committee, Golden Retriever Club of America) c) www.ygrr.org (Yankee Golden Retriever Rescue. The “Helpful Dog Information” section is very useful.d) www.dvgrr.org (Delaware Valley Golden Retriever Rescue. “Education” section has lots of good informa-tion)

Breed Informationa) www.grca.org (Golden Retriever Club of America, Inc.)b) www.goldenretrieverfoundation.org (Golden Retriever Foundation – visit the Memorial Garden)c) www.akc.org (American Kennel Club)d) www.grccny (Golden Retriever Club of Central New York, Inc.)

Booksa) www.dogwise.comb) www.dogsbestfriendstraining.com (Dr. Patricia McConnell’s site)

Traininga) www.sotc.info (Syracuse Obedience Training Club)b) www.ithacadogtrainingclub.org (Ithaca Dog Training Club)

Business sites (support GRRCNY)a) www.dogstuff.com (Source Menagerie)b) www.tigertailfoods.com (Tigertail Foods)c) www.highlandfarmskennel.com (Highland Farms Boarding Kennel and Store)

Misc..a) www.napcc.aspca.org (Animal Poison Control Center)b) www.dogbitelaw.com (legal resource)c) www.aldf.org (Animal Legal Defense Fund)

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We all know the usual warnings for humans at the holidays (“all things in moderation”, drinking and driving, etc) and this is no time of year to forget the special needs of our pets. Especially if this the first Holiday that your dog has been with you, do not assume you know what his/her behavior will be.

DANGER: StressWHY: Dogs thrive on routine and human attention. During Holidays, both decrease.REMEDY: Keep routines regular (meals, going to bed, getting up, walks, yard time). Give Rover a place to escape from guests and the usual turmoil. Don’t think you are being unkind in creating some distance between Rover and guests, merriment, etc. Watch for changes in behavior and bowl and bowel patterns

DANGER: Holiday TreeWHY: Dogs eat things including tree decorations, knock things over, and chew electrical cords. Tinsel is particularly dangerous.REMEDY: If your dog eats things you might label “inappropriate” - and remember that stress leads to new and different behaviors - create a dog-free zone around your tree. Use gating if necessary and this is cheaper that surgery. And more than one male dog has considered the tree his personal tree as though it were in the yard – this doesn’t endear the dog to his people.

DANGER: People food.WHY: Some guests think its OK to feed the dog. Some dogs think its OK to take human food from the table (well, maybe not Ok but he can get away with it). Vomiting, diarrhea and pancreatitis can result. It’s no time for a trip to the veterinarian and a possible in-hospital stay. Toxic foods: chocolate, raisins, some nuts, garlic, onion and artificial sweetener.REMEDY: Confine the dog in a quiet area. If your dog is mingling, even a small note on your table saying, “Do not feed Fido” can help your guests know that you mean it. (Consider not inviting guests next year that just don’t get the idea.).

DANGER: Candles.WHY: Candles cause fires and dogs knock over candles.REMEDY: Place Menorahs and other holiday candles above reach. Extinguish as soon as possible and appropriate.

DANGER: Packages and gifts.WHY: Paper, string, ribbon, staples, plastic tape all can cause intestinal blockage. Packages may contain toxic and dangerous items. And a ruined gift doesn’t improve your holiday mood.REMEDY: Unless your dog is 100% reliable, keep the dog, tree and gifts apart. Gate or otherwise confine if necessary.

DANGER: Toxic plants.WHY: Many of the most popular Holiday plants, if eaten, can lead to gastrointestinal irritation, cardiac problems or even death. This includes Poinsettia, Hemlock, Ivy, Christmas cactus, Lilies, and Mistletoe.REMEDY: Avoid or place high and out of reach. Remember that even dropped leaves, stems and berries can mean danger for your dog

DANGER: Open doors and gates.WHY: Some dogs bolt out doors and gates if given the chance. Remember that stress leads to behaviors you may not usually see.REMEDY: Place your dog in his crate or a quiet room during the coming and leaving of guests. Make sure your dog is wearing a collar and ID tag. Don’t forget the delivery person at your door and the opportunity that provides for your dog to bolt out the door.

DANGER: People who don’t like dogs as you do.WHY: It’s hard for a reader of this Newsletter to know why. But you’ve invited Joe and Rita to your home to show them a good time. You know that they are not as dog-loving as you are. While they may not put your dog in danger, they may not be as conscious as you of what danger Fido can get into. And the dog hair on new black slacks can be annoying to some.REMEDY: Confine Fido while Joe and Rita are there. Do what you need to do to make their stay pleasant. Remember - they leave after awhile and Fido stays.

HOLIDAY DANGERS………..and TIPS By Carol Allen

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We are grateful to all of our contributors, through whose generous donations, we are able to provide medical care to all of our foster dogs. But this year, possibly because our economy is sluggish, donations are down, and we fear a day when we might have to forego a necessary operation because it might mean another foster dog wouldn’t get care he or she needs. Won’t you help? All contributions are tax deductible and will be gratefully acknowledged. As a supporter of GRRCNY, you’ll also receive quarterly issues of The Barquer! All contributions help fund our Rescue efforts and also help with medical costs for our foster Goldens!

How You Can Help!!!

Make Checks Payable to GRRCNY and Send to:Golden Retriever Rescue of Central New York, P.O. Box 735, Jamesville, NY 13078

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I Rescued a Human Today By Janine Allen

Her eyes met mine as she walked down the corridor peering apprehensively into the kennels. I felt her need in-stantly and knew I had to help her. I wagged my tail, not too exuberantly, so she wouldn’t be afraid.

As she stopped at my kennel I blocked her view from a little accident I had in the back of my cage. I didn’t want her to know that I hadn’t been walked today. Sometimes the shelter keepers were too busy and I didn’t want her to think poorly of them. As she read my kennel card I hoped that she wouldn’t feel sad about my past. I only have the future to look forward to and want to make a difference in someone’s life.

She got down on her kneed and made little kissy sounds at me. I shoved my shoulder and side of my head up against the bars to comfort her. Gentle fingertips caressed my neck; she was desperate for companionship.A tear fell down her cheek and I raised my paw to assure her that all would be well.

Soon my kennel door opened and her smile was so bright that I instantly jumped into her arms. I would promise to keep her safe. I would promise to always be by her side.

I would promise to do everything I could to see that radi-ant smile and sparkle in her eyes. I was so fortunate that she came down the corridor. So many more are out there who haven’t walked the corridors. So many more to be saved. At least I could save one.

I rescued a human today.

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Do you have a story or letter to share with us about your adopted Golden? We love to hear from you and about how they are doing! Send your letters to GRRCNY, PO Box 735, Jamesville NY 13078.

Write To Us !

Marcia Buckley writes about Bernie, adopted in 2007: Bernie is an exceptional dog. He is so smart. Tolerant of his aged “sister” (who sadly crossed the Rainbow Bridge in early October) and now is loving his kitten “brother”. He is so careful. As Mark keeps saying when I describe Bernie as good, “Marcia, he is exceptional!!”

Chloe was adopted in July by Sally and Jerry Burdick: Chloe is doing just super!! She has learned so much and is very gentle. The first night in obedience class was hard for her. I believe

she feared it was another kennel. They helped me get her inside and she stayed close by my side. When she realized I wasn’t leaving her and she got some good treats and praise, she was more comfortable. They said it will get better.

From Cate and Gary Ingalls about Chance: Our heartfelt thanks for entrusting this beautiful Golden boy to our care. He is a wonderful dog that has not only found his way to our home but also into our hearts. To GRRCNY: the work you do is heartwarming. Our life is blessed to have you in it

Minnie was adopted by Karen and Doug Thierry and say: We are so in love with Minnie. She is a super addition to our family. She has been learning new tricks and commands and we hope to have her soon in an obedience class and Canine good Citizen Class. In the mean-time we walk, socialize and have fun. Thanks for placing her with us.

The Wheelers write that Abby is a “real goof” and has given us many laughs. She likes the water and really likes boat rides. Sometimes she just sits down in the yard and looks at the lake or the woods. Inside she looks out for a long time, too.

Bobbie La Voie has two GRRCNY Goldens and shares…..”NEWS! Ranger and Ransom passed their TDI (Therapy Dog International test) as a team. This means they can go on therapy visits as a team. And then my friend Kathy and her former show Golden (with whom Ranger is best pals) passed as a team also. The plan is that we all work together. Thanks for all you do!!!

Bailey was adopted by Dave and Sherry Laskowski 2 years ago and they tell us that….”Today is his 4th birthday and I was reflecting on the love and pleasure he has given us and we hope we have given him in return. Please accept this check as our way of celebrating his birthday today. Good luck to your rescue program. We tell everyone about our positive experience”

Lucky, age 12, was adopted recently by Elizabeth Noonan. “She has been ‘mine” since she got into my car for the ride home and I haven’t had one moment that I didn’t feel like she was meant to live with me from that day forward. She is at my side EVERY BLESSED SECOND. She is ALWAYS in the way and I’m constantly bumping into her. She goes up and down the stairs with me EVERY TIME. There is something very youthful in her demeanor, like an expectancy. ‘What are we going to do now, Mom?’ She’s not very obedient and miserable at walking on lead. We zigzag down the street. I figure since we’re not training for a show, who cares? The fact of the mat-ter is that Lucky isn’t perfect and neither am I, and I just love her the way she is. She has made my home full and complete again. Thanks again for making it possible for me to have her. I appreciate all that you do to make these kinds of things happen.

Teddy found his way to join family of Denise Baker and her Ozzie. Teddy wrote us his own letter: Just a note to bring you up to date on me, by buddy Ozzie and my mom. We are doing really well and getting along like we have been a family for much more than just the past year. Mom found out I didn’t like Thunder Storms and I don’t think she liked that carpet in the hallway anyway but she has figured out how to keep me safe and relaxed. I’m going to graduate from Obedience School next week. Thank you for helping me find my mom and brother. Mom says thank you, thank you, thank you. Happy Holidays.

Rosie was surrendered to GRRCNY after being hit by a car and her original family could not afford the necessary care. Treatment for a fracture of the radius and ulna at Cornell and later rehabilitation was provided by GRRCNY. Recently her adopting family wrote to us: She is what we call a great big house cat, happy to lay in the sunny spot on the floor, be our shadow everywhere we go, rides in the car and being neighborhood watch commander on our quiet cul-de-sac. We are constantly complimented on how beautiful she is with those beautiful brown eyes and deep amber coloring. Her coat is softer than velvet and she remains a happy, healthy 6 year old. Please let Janice know what a great start she gave our Rosie and thank you all once again.

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Just this side of Heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge. When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing: they each miss someone very special, someone who was left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; his eager body begins to quiver. Suddenly, he breaks from the group, flying over the green

grass, faster and faster. You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again.The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into those trusting eyes, so long gone from your

life, but never absent from your heart. Then you cross the Rainbow Bridge together. - Author Unknown

Contributions Have Been Received In Memory Of

The Rainbow Bridge

Contact Carol Allen to Establish a Memorial

Goldilocks Coleman 1985Robbie Forbes 1990Charlie Wood/Chagoll 1991Daisy Martin 1991 Oliver Wood 1991Teddy Marquis 1992Brandy I Eberley 1992Dasher Birch 1993Tassie Birch 1993Phoebe Wood/Chagoll 1993Shamus Shelmidine 1993Caesar Shelmidine 1994Sandy Burton 1994Sunshine Birch 1995Beau Mooney 1995Rubens Henderson 1995Sox Forbes 1996Ariel Tice 1997Gus Marquis 1997Mellow Wood/Chagoll 1997Amber Carter 1997Sandy Dodd 1997Quaid Smith 1998Barney Underwood 1998Golda Gover 1998Barney Worth 1998 Ginger Ashmeade 1999Buffy Maroney 1999Beau Voorhest 1999April Carter 1999Aynde Carter 1999Toby Wattles 1999Reina Coleman 1999Alexandria Moshier 1999 Toby Brown 2000Corky Lyman 2000Bear Nickol 2000Cinnamon Scott 2000Ashley Carson 2000Shana Thor 2000Barney Bathrick 2000Scout Wood 2000Ben Beaux II Tice 2000Sam Forbes 2000Bear Nickol 2000Sebastian Tice 2001Hunter Carter 2001Shadow Allen/Lennox 2001Sydney Wood/Chagoll 2001Arrow Birch 2001Molly Brown 2001Cassie Wink 2001Zac Beam 2001Gordie Jewell 2001Moxie Martin 2001Tucker Stoker 2001

Bear Scott 2001Binkley Dowd 2001Sam Mehlenbacher 2001Sacha Grace 2001Baxter Henderson 2001Roscoe Wood/Chagoll 2001Hank Snow Benlevi 2001Molly De Vito 2001Tanner Gover 2001Shawnee Mellinger 2002Casey Clark 2002Baggins Smith-Hansen 2002Jesse Simon 2002Sammy Reynolds 2002Wooleybear Herlihy 2002Bucky Questel 2002Joshua Allen/Lennox 2002Sara Moran 2002Sox Stoker 2002Bruce Felch 2002 Missy Larkin/Parker 2002 Alexandra Moshier 2002 Sutter Rundle 2002Sundaze Massaro 2002Heidi Wood 2002Cato Donovan 2002Chelsea Sternlicht 2002Suki Coleman 2002Alexandria Moshier 2002Obie Brown 2003Lancer Mitchell 2003Ben Wood/Chagoll 2003Baxter Wood/Chagoll 2003Jake Bathrick 2003 Riley Adams 2003Brandy II Eberley 2003Scarlet Knapp 2003Chloe McFarlane 2003Iris Clickner 2003Chaco Freeman 2003Nemo Sessler 2003Hoosier Cleveland 2003Tacey Tice 2003Sara Puzon 2003Teddy Wattles 2003Nikki Williams 2003Ben Norton 2003Sam Biviano 2003Mickey Turczyn 2003Brandy Greenwood 2003Cody Allen/Lennox 2004Topper Pelose 2004Luke Siegert 2004Parker Moran 2004Babe Gray 2004Lucky Dodd 2004

Casey Gardner 2004Max 2004Charlie Wirshing 2004Cedar Shavalier 2004Lucas Gray 2004Candy Clark 2004Chelsea Donovan 2004Truman Kukowski 2004 Tanner Budis 2004 Bert Birch 2004 Rocket Drake 2004 Mulligan Comerford 2004 Cody Stoker 2004 George Getman 2004Mac Worth 2004Smash Coleman 2004Murray Case 2004Nelson Summers 2004Jack Ingalls 2004 Quincey Andrews 2005 Shadow MacHarris 2005 Molly Liebling 2005Bailey Shaw 2005Jesse Goodrich 2005George Brown 2005Mitchell Brown 2005Missy Overton 2005Annie Zicari 2005AJ Birch 2005Lady Clark 2005Minnie Clark 2005Molly Ingalls 2005Tobey Ingalls 2005Sadie Jo Kelsey 2005Molly Mead 2005 Louie Mitchell 2005Darby Salce 2005Jake Rubinrott 2005Aruba Monroe 2005Skipper Langford 2005Cassie Phykitt/Norton 2005Cody Weber 2005Buddy Case 2005Sadie Britton 2005Max Anderson 2005Gatsby Lebo 2005Casey Tice 2005Blue Monroe 2005Sophie Baer/Brooks 2005Teddy Baritell 2005Kricket Birch 2005Lady Marquis 2005Darby O’Reilly 2005Tucker O’Reilly 2005George Kannus 2005Boggs Wallace 2005Ben Allen/Lennox 2006

Libby Allen/Lennox 2006Ginger Eaton 2006Casey Ryan 2006Abby Abdo 2006Haley Durand 2006Allie Scopelliti 2006Tanner Shelmidine 2006Breeze Wilson 2006Friar Tuck Wilson 2006Noah Beardsley 2006Chiquita Clark 2006KC MacBain 2006Clancey Monroe 2006Jake Johnson/Moynihan 2006Lance Smith 2006Mufasa Cohen 2006Bogey Miller 2006Cooper Zarriello 2006Kelsea Wilson 2006Molson Long 2006Sophie Yarbrough 2006Seamus Ingalls 2007Oliver Brown 2007James Coon Brown 2007Howie Howard 2007Casey Buckley.Lembke 2007Zebulon Smith 2007Spice Norton/Phykitt 2007Andy Warren 2007Bumper Warren 2007Goldie Zimmerman 2007Blue Howard 2007Delilah Drake 2007Buddy Leahy 2007Lacey Brown 2007Jake Reynolds 2007K.C. Williams 2007Duffy Gray 2008Randall Elrod 2008Lady Monroe 2008Krystle Allen/Lennox 2008Bo Brown 2008 Holly Gray 2008K 9 Alex Moone 2008Tasha Prevost 2008Lucy Lee Sherlock 2008Ben Veshosky 2008Morgan Gray 2008Emily Anderson/Law 2008Morgan Gray 2008Murphy Knapp 2008Ripley Underwood 2008Amanda Buckley/Lembke 2008Oliver Henderson 2008Molly Palmieri 2008Meghan Noonan 2008

��The Barquer Winter 2008- Golden Retriever Rescue of Central NY

GOLDEN RETRIEVER CLUB OF AMERICA APPOINTS CHAIR OF NATIONAL RESCUE COMMITTEE

The Golden Retriever Club of America at its Annual Meeting in Rhode Island, September, 2008, re-appointed GRRCNY President Carol Allen to a seventh term as Chair of the National Rescue Committee. The Chair over-sees the work of a 13-person committee that coordinates the Golden Retriever rescue network of 95 local Golden Retriever rescue programs.

GRRCNY AT THE GRCA NATIONAL SPECIALTY

Savannah Jane, GRRCNY #01-39, and Sassy, 06-09, represented GRRCNY at the GRCA National Specialty in September in Warwick, Rhode Island. They participated in the National Rescue Parade and received lovely rosettes for that.

They donated blood for research and Savan-nah participated in the Obedience Trial at the Utility level. Best part of the trip for them: sharing a hotel room with Moms for a week!!

This month’s issue of the Barquer will be on the web! If you would prefer to download the newsletter (in color!) from the web than receive it via “snail mail” , please let us know and we will send an e-mail out

when the newsletter is available for download.

Contact Janet Gray at grrcny@lightlink.com to sigm up!

New AdoptersAdopted !!!#08-16 Kristen Monroe and James Shattuck 9/13/08#08-18 Robert and Jelenne Cook 10/4/08#08-19 Elizabeth Noonan 10/5/08 #08-20 Gary and Cate Ingalls 10/18/08#08-10 Henry and Deb Cochi 10/17/08

BAILEY CHANCE LUCKY PENNE VIOLET

OUR CONDOLENCES

The GRRCNY community extends to Gary and Cate Ingalls our sincerest sympathy on the recent passing of their three year old son, James. The Ingalls family over the years have adopted from GRRCNY 3 Golden Retrievers including 2 seniors and 1 with special physical challenges so we have come to know well this family. James also leaves 2 brothers and a sister.

Golden Retriever Rescue of Central New York Inc.PO Box 735Jamesville, NY 13078

What’s Happening???Looking Ahead

Upcoming Meetings for 2008 - Grace Church, 13 Court St., Cortland NY

We meet six times a year. All are welcomed and encouraged to participate.

Next Meeting is: Saturday, Feb.7 at 10 a.m.

Board Meeting, Saturday, January 10 at 11:00 a.m. in Dryden

This is your chance to help rescue beyond fostering and financial help. Be a part of rescue and partici-pate in these fun events with your golden!!

Pictures with Santa at Petco, 12/6 and 12/13

Syracuse Obedience Training Club’s Dog Expo, January 24

Looking Back

CNYSPCA Event, Wanderer’s Rest Event, Canine Working Companions Event.

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