GoldenMoments - Golden Retriever Rescue Club of Charlotte
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GoldenMoments - Golden Retriever Rescue Club of Charlotte
GoldenMoments August 2012 GOOD TO BE LUCKY By: Wylyn Doherty There's a saying, "It's better to be lucky than good," but the dog in this story is both Lucky AND good. Lucky was picked up by a local animal control and her owners were found because she had been tattooed when she was spayed. However, Lucky's owners decided not to reclaim her, so GRRCC stepped in. Since Lucky was an older dog and was heartworm positive, her chances of being adopted by anyone other than GRRCC were slim to none. To add insult to injury, poor Lucky was flea-infested, covered with sores, overweight, severely matted, and had an eye infection. She didn't seem to be living up to her name. All that changed when she left the shelter with the GRRCC volunteer... After a visit to our veterinarian, multiple baths, and hours of grooming, Lucky went into her foster home. From her poor physical condition, we guessed she had been an "outdoor only" dog, but she quickly adapted to indoor life and was the perfect houseguest. She didn't have any accidents, she accepted her many medications without fuss, and she walked decently on a leash. More than that, she showed everyone who met her how truly grateful she was to finally be receiving the love and attention that all dogs deserve. Lucky's personality shined like the sun! It was impossible not to fall in love with this sweet blonde girl who greeted everyone with a smile and a wagging tail. She bonded quickly to her foster dad and accepted other dogs without issue, though it was clear her main interest was people. Lucky spent many weeks in foster care, as she had to be treated for heartworm disease. In that time, her skin healed up nicely and she began to lose her excess pounds. She had a horrible sore on her nose when we took her from the shelter, but that healed, as well. Her coat began to gleam and she became almost as beautiful on the outside as she was on the inside. Truly, Lucky was a special dog. Now to find that special person to be the center of Lucky's world... Natalie contacted us because her previous GRRCC dog had passed away. Though Lucky did not fit the description of the dog Natalie was looking for, there was something about her that caught Natalie's eye and tugged at her heartstrings. How perfect that Natalie is a teacher and planned to take her new dog to school with her every day -- what more could Lucky ask for than to be surrounded by children?!? Here's what Natalie has to say: "In February, after not quite two years together, I lost my golden Riley to a brain tumor. Since my Riley was a GRRCC dog, I began watching the GRRCC website at the beginning of the summer searching for a three-year old male. However, the golden that stole my heart was an 8 ½ year old female named Lucky. After seeing the photos, reading her story and particularly after meeting her, I knew I had to become her person. Lucky is definitely a mama’s girl and is frequently somewhat of a Velcro dog. Interestingly, she still hasn’t barked or even tried to bark. Her vet says she is fine. Lucky seems to be happy communicating with her wagging tail and big brown eyes. She doesn’t care at all about other dogs, only people. P.O. Box 471931, Charlotte, NC 28247 www.grrcc.com GoldenMoments She won’t chase a tennis ball but loves to play football with the children. She plays wide receiver and even though they must tag rather than tackle her, Lucky has been known to run over a 5 year old in her quest for the football. The students also read to her, give her baths, bury her in the playground sand (with permission), play dress-up with her and find numerous ways to have fun with Lucky. This will be our first summer together. Lucky has her Cool Vest and her Cooling Pet Mat so she is prepared for the Columbia heat but I don’t know how I am going to explain that her children are going to be taking a vacation for two months. Perhaps someone knows a phone number for RentA-Kid? Many, many thanks to foster parents Gary Rhinesmith & Lynnea Pulver, and all of GRRCC for the loving care provided to Lucky and for allowing this wonderful creature to become a part of my life and touching the lives of so many others. Her name may be Lucky but I feel as though I am the one who has been blessed. Congratulations to Our Adopted Dogs and Their Forever Families! 11/5/2011 11/5/2011 11/13/2011 11/18/2011 11/20/2011 11/28/2011 1/1/2012 1/8/2012 1/21/2012 2/24/2012 2/24/2012 2/24/2012 2/26/2012 3/12/2012 3/24/2012 4/19/2012 5/19/2012 5/29/2012 5/31/2012 6/23/2012 6/29/2012 7/20/2012 7/28/2012 8/5/2012 8/6/2012 8/10/2012 8/23/2012 8/25/2012 8/25/2012 8/25/2012 8/25/2012 9/1/2012 9/1/2012 9/2/2012 Dave & Eileen Shleffar Will & Kate Jenkins George & Bonnie O'Brien Jeff & Angela Duerr Mike & Bridgett Noll Benjamin Kraus Parker & Lindesy Chambliss Shelley Hammil & Dibbrell Whitten Doug & Linda Nexsen Jody Adams and Michelle Sarno-Adams Matt & Adria Ruff Kathy Kester Natalie Armstrong James Kinane Jack & Judy Gray Chris Cochran & Elizabeth Goodwin Cochran Beau & Jen Snider Damon & Sara Cahill Rick & Marcia Gross Bruce & Clarie Gasparre Michael & Casey Wilson Michael Rainey Bill Krupicka Cecile' Ebert & Tommy Walters Pam & Kevin Lamberson Steve & Carrie Crofford Marvin Szajna Dean & Dawn Delventhal Kirsten & Phil Ruzicka Donna & Chuck Hennesen Pete & Dorothy Parnian Lee Coffey & Linda Brees Dennis & Kathy St. Jean Marc & Courtney Donelson Page 2 Jasmine Robbie (now Cooper) Comet Patrick (now Kasey) Moxy Hailey Gabriel Sydney Sawyer Cody (now Clyde) Royce (now Levi) Baxter Lady (now Elle') Sam Jake (now Bretton) Cayman Quinn (now Lucky) Charley Lucky Camden Dasher Keegan Riley2 Bodie Liberty (now Libby) Rudy Riley Ben Thomas (now Milo) James (now Charlie) George (now Tucker) Patrick (now Henry) Max Lucas August 2012 Notes from the President It has been a good 9 or 10 months since our last newsletter and I must apologize for the delay. We were not super busy with intakes the latter part of 2011 and the beginning of 2012 but we are certainly busy now. Do remember to check the website on a regular basis for available Goldens, adoptions and our events. Look for the article elsewhere in this newsletter about the upcoming Tennis Ball raffle and please purchase your tickets to support the Club. At the end of 2011, the Board said goodbye to Jill Santuccio, Meg Roach, Golin Kosowitz and Valerie Sancibrian. Although they all are still helping in some way, they did not have the time to serve on the Board and we want to publicly thank them for their wonderful efforts. We did elect a new board member, Hollie Nelson, who is our new volunteer coordinator. Hollie has jumped right in and has already helped with several events and we look forward to her continued and long-term assistance. We also lost our long-time intake coordinator, Wylyn Doherty, who moved to Mississippi, but is still providing us with her wonderful wisdom and guidance in our intake efforts. There is a lot that goes on behind the scenes and our intake and adoption folks stay busy and we could not be successful without them. Well, last year we were blessed with the Irish 9, and this year, we had a surprise, the Patriot Pack. Unbeknown to us and a couple of our vets, one of our intakes was pregnant and delivered on July 4, Independence Day; hence the Patriot pack label. They were named George (Washington), Ben (Franklin), Thomas (Jefferson), Patrick (Henry) and Betsy (Ross). Many thanks to Tom & Carol Kiernan, who had been fostering the mom, and now have added the title of mid-husband and mid-wife to their names. Tom & Carol are long-time members, foster parents, and deserve a big round of applause. Hooray! It's not too early to think about serving YOUR club as a volunteer, board member, or committee member. Talk to any of our board members about the various opportunities. We hope you will consider the reward you will receive from aiding our 4-legged Golden beauties. Several members have asked me over the past few months how our 20th Anniversary fund raising went. While we haven't reached the goal of $20,000 we originally set, we received over $ 12,500 so far for the 20th anniversary. If you wish, you still have the opportunity to make a donation to GRRCC for this accomplishment of rescuing and providing for over 1500 Goldens since our start. Thanks to all who have donated. GRRCC appreciates your continue support. Gene Fitzpatrick AT THE RAINBOW BRDGE Our condolences to our GRRCC families and friends whose beloved companions live on in our hearts forever Jazz Armstrong Beau Case Annie Coffey Cali Drozd Buddy Fossett Brinkley Gross Brandy Krupika Freddie Nexsen Cody Puchir Gunner Pulver Mandy Ruff Chapps Slater Kipper Utter Sherwood Weaving Dante Wickersham Hannah Wickersham Rusty Wilkens Page 3 GoldenMoments 10th Annual Golfing for Goldens Wrap-up We held our annual golf tournament again at Stonebridge Golf Club on June 16 th and had a gorgeous day with a great group of golfers. We wish to thank the following for their support. Most are long-time sponsors and we truly appreciate them. Golden Sponsors Jim & Denise Buchanan Rick Gross-Morgan Stanley, Smith, Barney Greater Charlotte Biz Magazine Kurt & Sarah Gauger Scott McCorkle’s Liberty GMC Buick Tee Sponsors Doug & Linda Nexsen; Tom & Karen Kirby; Lakecross Veterinary Hospital; David A. Manzi, PA, Attorney at Law; The Fincher family; John, Mary & "Lucy" Bartley; John, Bonnie and "Maggie" Layton; Shari Martin & "Mason"; The Biltmore-Asheville, NC; Joni Juba; Hendrick Lexus; Gene Fitzpatrick-the Mortgage Doctor; Meg, Barry and Ben Roach; Tony, Chris & "Jack" Apriceno; Kellianne Nagy; Natalie Armstrong; Carmen Carmen Southpark; Salon Piper Glen Look for news early next year for our next tournament. We look forward to seeing you and your Goldens on the course. Thanks to the players, sponsors and volunteers for making this a success. Students in Tracy Hoskins’ first-grade classroom at Woodlawn School collected $415.95 for the Golden Retriever Rescue Club of Charlotte in December by selling doggie bandanas. GRRCC was presented a check for $ 750 from the NC Veterinarian Foundation for our continued work with unwanted and abandoned Goldens. Dr. Marguerite Gleason of Carolinas Animal Hospital sponsored and suggested GRRCC for this and presented the check to GRRCC President, Gene Fitzpatrick, at her office earlier this year. Dr. Gleason is a longtime member of GRRCC and we appreciate her continued support. August 2012 TENNIS BALL RAFFLE 2012 GRRCC’s annual Tennis Ball Raffle will be held on Saturday, October 6, 2012 at One Lucky Pup boarding and daycare. Their beautiful facility is located at 11607 Reames Road, Charlotte, NC 28269, just off I-77 at Exit 18. The event will be held from 1 to 3 PM and you are welcome to come by, bring your Golden and see the "drawing" for the prizes. If you have never been to a TBR, you’re in for a treat. Tickets are available on our website, www.grrcc.com, or contact Gene Fitzpatrick at 704-953-5955 or genefitzusmc@aol.com. Tickets are $ 5 each or 6 for $25. Buy some yourself, get your friends and neighbors to buy one and help support our fundraising efforts. Grand prize is $1,000 2nd prize is $500 3rd prize is $250 Buy your tickets now. We have a limited amount of tickets available so don’t delay. By the way, we will have our club logo items (shirts, hats, etc.) available for purchase at this event. We hope to see on October 6th! Our annual Dunk Your Dog Day at Wickersam’s K-9 Ranch was a huge success. We had 83 dogs in attendance. Thank you to Randy Miner and John Galles for the great pictures. Page 5 GoldenMoments 2012 GRRCC Board Members President Gene Fitzpatrick Vice President Jim Adler Paula Barr Kimberly Christenbury Karen Knudtsen Katie Skaats gene@grrcc.com jameswadler@hotmail.com Treasurer Gwyn Fincher gwyn@grrcc.com Secretary Melissa Winter melissa.winter8@gmail.com Non-Rescue Volunteer Coordinator Hollie Nelson Communications/Merchandise Dottie Purnell dottie@grrcc.com Calendar/Social Media Michelle Nugent michellen@grrcc.com Website Michelle Nugent michellen@grrcc.com THANK YOU TO OUR DONORS ND Armstrong In memory of Jazz Armstrong Barbara & Dan Austell In memory of Cindi Harned Lesa & Kevin Babb MA Bachman Julie Badger Kelly Bankston Bank of America Matching Gifts Jill Blanchar Bank of America Matching Gifts Done Broecker Gregory Burt In the name of Frank Meyer Michael Byrne Damon & Sara Cahill Charley Jane Cannon Bank of America United Way Campaign Elizabeth Cobb Britt Crane Kimberly Crane Wells Fargo Community Support Bruce & Debra Darden In memory of Cindi Harned Wylyn & Michael Doherty Mike Essic In memory of Max Essic Gwyn & Rick Fincher Microsoft Matching Gifts Gene Fitzpatrick In memory of Jazz Armstrong In memory of Cindi Harned Randy Furr Kurt & Sarah Gauger Judy Fry & Charles Girvan Stephen & Corrine Goodwin Judith & John Gray Rick & Marsha Gross In memory of Barkley Gross In memory of Maggie Kiernan David Hargather Donna Harmon Bank of America United Way Campaign Danielle Hebdon Crystal Hefner Bank of America United Way Campaign Harper & Cynthia Higgins In memory of Cindi Harned Ashley Hines Honor Therapy & Assistance Dogs Francis & Dana Iannelli For Keegan Heather Jousma Wells Fargo Community Support Elizabeth Krusch In memory of Baxter Kathy & Jack Lees Duke Energy Matching Gifts Lexus Lianne Lichstrahl Frederick Lobpries Low Country Golden Retriever Rescue Shari Martin In memory of Jazz Armstrong Leslie Michaels Roberta & Patricia Motta Tammy Myers Caroline Noojin In memory of Julius Peppers Jeanne Peek Diana Pifer In memory of Jazz Armstrong Pamela Dunn Rape Bank of America United Way Campaign James Riemer Microsoft Matching Gifts William & Eleanor Robeson In memory of Jazz Armstrong Van Leer Rowe In memory of Mr. Reep Thomas Ruff Thomas & Nancy Sandel In memory of Mr. Reep Cindy Simpson Thank you for Molly Allison Solid Bank of America United Way Campaign Vet Friends Foundation Jerry & Deborah Williams Edwin Wilson Woodlawn School Patricia Young An important reminder to our members and friends With some of the problem dog foods and products coming from China, it may be wise to look for product made by reputable companies in the USA and Canada. To check for current recall information, please visit: http://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/newpetfoodrecalls/ Page 6 October 2012 Volunteer and Membership Form ____ New Member ____ Renewal ____ Address Change Name ______________________________________ Address _____________________________________ City, State, Zip ________________________________ Phone ______________________________________ Alt Phone ____________________________________ Email Address ________________________________ I have adopted a GRRCC dog(s) __ yes __ no GRRCC Dogs’ name(s) __________________________ Other dogs’ name(s) ___________________________ I am enclosing: _____ $20 individual _____ $40 individual _____ $100 individual _____ $300 individual or _____ $35 family membership or _____ $60 family SILVER or _____ $200 family GOLD or _____ $500 family PLATINUM If you would like to send a donation to GRRCC, please see the choices below. All donations are tax deductible. A donation to GRRCC for ________________________ In Memory of _________________________________ In Honor of __________________________________ To Thank ____________________________________ HAVE YOU REMEMBERED TO PAY YOUR CLUB DUES? Use the form at left to update your contact information and mail your 2013 club dues. Membership runs from January through December, and dues paid after October 1 are valid through the following year. Refer to our website for explanation of membership levels. http://www.grrcc.com/get-involved/join-membership/ The Golden Retriever Rescue Club of Charlotte would like to thank the following very special businesses for the care and support they have given to our organization: Belk C. DeWitt Foard & Company Carolina Veterinary Specialists Charlotte Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control Dogs Day Out Grooming Hendrick Lexus LakeCross Veterinary Hospital Mint Hill Animal Clinic One Lucky Pup Pet Essentials - Paul & Karen Rowan Q2U BBQ - Brian Rich Queen City K-9 Ted Vande Woude Sellers, Hinshaw, Ayers, Dortch, & Lyons, P.A. - Robert C. Dortch, Jr. Spa 4 Paws WildBlueDesign Wanda Burton Thanks to Our Volunteers! Foster Homes Mark &Tina Eisenhart Kurt & Kim Steiger Tom & Sharom Kimmett Brian & Nancy Ohlson Alan & Mimi Davis Melanie Perry Tom & Carol Kiernan Matt & Adria Ruff Scott & Sarah Dowless Randy & Shellie Miner Susan Sandberg Stephen & Elizabeth Cobb Leigh Ann Combs Kevin Hammonds & Deb Waldron David & Jennifer Walton Kim Lorenzen & Chris Cicak Gene Fitzpatrick Jackie Levin Doug & Linda Nexsen Fred & Carol Thorp Bob & Judy McCarter Tammy Bochinski Bodee Corby Mary Alice O'Brien Matt & Melissa Koeman Volunteer Form If you would like to volunteer your time to the rescue of these special Goldens, please let us know by choosing one or more of the following: ___Foster Home ___ Fundraising ___ Transportation ___ Other Specify_______________________________________ ____________________________________________ All checks should be made payable to GRRCC and mailed to: GRRCC P.O. Box 471931 Charlotte, NC 28247-1931 Golden Retriever Rescue Club of Charlotte (GRRCC) is a volunteerstaffed, non-profit organization that rescues and places for adoption, unwanted, abused, neglected or abandoned Golden Retrievers. The orphans we receive are given necessary veterinary care, and boarding or a foster home, until a good permanent home can be found. Each prospective member agrees to abide by the GRRCC Constitution and By-Laws. General GRRCC Administration Michelle Middleton Page 7 Home Visit/Transport/ Assessment Beth Charles Bodee Corby Leigh Ann Combs Jackie Levin Lynnea Pulver Susan Boyer Tom Kiernan Michelle Klingerberg Fred Thorp Randy & Shellie Miner Brooke Powell Melanie Perry Sarah Dowless Phone Volunteers Nancy Doody Lauren Eiring Susan Fossett Corinne Goodwin,Ph.D. Linda Nexsen Melanie Perry Valerie Sancibrian Ann Young Graphic Design Services Judy Adamski from KDG Studio Kyle Donaghy from John Street Graphics Rindy Miner Photographer Audra Loughren Non-Profit Organization U.S. Postage Paid Charlotte, NC Permit No. 2822 P.O Box 471931 Charlotte, NC 28247 704-348-1573 www.grrcc.com The Golden Retriever Rescue Club of Charlotte (GRRCC) is a volunteer-staffed, non-profit organization that rescues, and places for adoption, unwanted, abused, neglected, or abandoned Golden Retrievers in the Charlotte, NC area. Golden Moments is printed by Metro Mailing and Printing, 109 Winona St., Charlotte, NC 28203 Easy Ways to Support GRRCC Shop online through iGive. Register at www.iGive.com Selling on eBay? Donate a portion of your sales through www.MissionFish.org UPCOMING EVENTS September 15 Lexus Golden Opportunity Event 10am—2pm Hendrick Lexus October 6 Annual Tennis Ball Raffle 1pm—3pm One Lucky Pup GRRCC Would Like to Thank Our 20th Anniversary - 20 for 20 Campaign Donors Anonymous Jim & Carol Adler Alan & Janis Alsop In memory of Kipper, Sydney & Melbourne In honor of Murphy & Brandy Dr. Franklin Altany Jean Lloyd Anderson In memory of Baxter Nancy Armstrong Natalie Armstrong Scott & Susan Baker John & Mary Bartley In memory of Charlotte & Maggie Deborah & Frank Binikiewicz In memory of 2 past GRRCC dogs In honor of our current GRRCC dog Kenneth & Nancy Bishop In honor of Rusty Jill Blanchar In memory of Malone In honor of Samson William & Joan Blood Brad & Susan Boyer In honor of the Dohertys Laurence & Susan Breckenridge In memory of Spencer & Tucker Paul & Suzanne Bruno In honor of each of the 7 goldens we’ve had Geoffrey & Joyce Burgess In memory of Rosie & Ginger In honor of Ben & Hunter Catherine Caddy Blair, Tami, & Ian Charles Brendan Charles Leslie Charles Kimbery & John Christenbury David & Pamela Collier In honor of Codey, Sable, Hawkeye & Trapper Leigh Ann & Robert Combs Thank you to Wylyn, Bodee & the intake team for your tireless efforts Brian & Laura Confoy In memory of Jessie Confoy Carl & Nee Nee Cormier Melinda Covington John & Katherine Currier Kim Dezelon In memory of John Armstrong Nancy, Rick & Jacyln Doody In memory of Coy Schrieber Diane Drinan and Doug Vannah Joseph & Helen Drozd Thad & Judy Edwards Brenda Fernandez Anny Fink In memory of Jim Fink Gene Fitzpatrick In honor of all goldens over the past 20 years! Vann & Sally Frazier In honor of Lila Belle Thomas & Rhonda French Kent & Teresa Gaither Jon & Missy Giles Brent & Cathy Gill Corrine & Stephen Goodwin In memory of Sue Mackenzie Jane Gordon In honor of Duffy, Rusty & Luci Susan & Peter Gorman In honor of Comet & Cali Frank & Vanessa Grill In memory of Luke, in honor of Alex Bethany Hagan In honor of Melinda Covington Robert & Joan Hassett In honor of PJ Hassett John & Billie Jean Hendrix In memory of Molly, an angel; will always be our little girl Thomas & Kristina Hoops In memory of Casey Steve & Maxine Horowitz Jesusa & Saul Hyman Blake & Melanie Illston In honor of our 3 rescues, Thank you! We could not imagine our life without our goldens! Bonnie & William Ingersoll Congratulations & special thanks to Wylyn. You will be missed! Elizabeth Jenkins Brian & Linda Johnson In memory of Jake, Rosie & Katie Joni Juba Seth & Rebecca Kaufman Gale Kohlhagen In memory of Bucky & Tassi In honor of Cheyenne Aron & Golin Kosowitz Isabelle & Mary Ann Kresge Judy Laedlein In honor of Lucy John & Barbara Layton Catharine Lees In memory of Jack & Caribou Danielle LeHardy In memory of Joan Wood In memory of Mary Louise Gabriel In honor of Armand O. Gabriel Kathryn & John Lillard Audra Loughren Denice Lyon Susan MacDonald James & Susan Makarewicz In memory of Hunter Gregory Mallow In honor of Carole & Harley Patricia Malyszko Shari Martin In memory of Millie/ Peaches In honor of Mason Jenny McElhaney Kathleen Merrill & Susan Jennings Thank you Michelle & Keith Middleton Sally Milks Heather & Andrew Miller Stephanie Mills Randy & Shellie Miner Michael & Sally Mowrey Joe & Elizabeth Neal In memory of MacNeal Paul & Lucretia Neil In honor of Ed & Kathy Nixon In honor of Jim & Denise Buchanan Linda & Doug Nexsen In memory of Solly & Freddie Caroline Tate Noojin Thomas O’Keefe Leslie & Meghan Orville Roberta Otto In memory of Buffy & Sasha In honor of Bernie Melanie Perry Judith & Jerome Peuler Thad & Allison Reece Gary Rhinesmith In honor of Wylyn for her devotion to GRRCC Barbara Ritchie Louis & Karen Ross Mike & Norma Rowe Jeffrey & Len Rugg Valerie & Norman Sancibrian In memory of Ginger & Riley Sandra Sarantis Karen & Eric Schachner Chris Sherk & Sue Kaylor Danielle Sugarman Katherine Skaats In honor of Nugget & Oscar Nancy & Lawrence Smith Susan Spencer Charmaine Sweeney Fred & Carol Thorp Betty Jo Troutman Nancy Truesdale In memory of Ashley, Alex & Jessie In honor of Charley Robert & Camilla Turner Ian & Brenda Tyson In memory of Maggee Malcolm & Ingrid Wain Deborah Waldron & Kevin Hammond Steve & Jimmie Walker In honor of Dallas, adopted from FHGRR Thomas & Leslie Washburn Mary & Dale Webster Robert & Kathleen Wharton Chris & Melissa Winter In memory of Maggee & Max In honor of Annie & Newman Ian & Diane Wilkins John & Rhonda Yoder In memory of Lisa, Lola & Maggee In honor of Mattie Bob & Nancy Zampieri In memory of Sonja, Sir & Reina