Scarlet`s News 1133 Operation Scarlet, Inc

Scarlet's News
Operation Scarlet, Inc
1133
Shar-Pei
Rescued
Since 1991
The Monthly Newsletter for
Chinese Shar-Pei Rescue of Lancaster, PA
March 2012
Operation Scarlet Announces the
Winner of the 2012
Rescue Dog of the Year Contest
Rescue Dog of the Year
Gracie
Gracie was found in the woods in 2010 with her
new born pups. A very thin and frighten Gracie
was rescued in 2011 and diagnosed heartworm
positive. Gracie has found her forever home.
The 2012 Rescue Dog of the Year Contest featured seven nominees, each
with a special rescue story of their own. Although every one of the
contestants is truly a winner, only one, Gracie, eventually won the title.
Over 2,000 votes were cast for the seven contestants! Voting was brisk
and even in the final days, a winner could not be projected until the final
vote count was completed.
Gracie will be presented with her award at OS Spring Luncheon. Please
plan on joining Operation Scarlet on April 22, 2012 at the Lancaster Host
Resort to meet Gracie in person. Or would that be "in dog"?
All of the rescue kids would like to thank everyone who voted in this first
ever Rescue Dog of the Year Contest. Your participation in this event
raised over $2,000 for Scarlet's Kids still waiting for their forever homes.
Thank You!
Thank You!
Did you know that only one of the seven contestants is still homeless?
Read "Hoping for the Grand Prize" in this newsletter.
Lexys
Allee
Sharpie
Patrick
Thank You!
Happy Jack
Abby
Thoughts from Dawn Hertzog
Founder, Operation Scarlet, Inc
Rescue Dog of the Year contest was a huge success!!!!
Many thanks for all the votes!
The response was absolutely amazing. It is just one more reminder of how awesome Scarlet’s
family is. The Rescue Dog of the Year contest had several purposes. One, of course, was to
raise money to help other Shar-Pei in need. Well, due to so many kind folks participating in
sending in votes that equaled $1 per vote - $2,060.00 was raised. That was tremendous!!!
Another purpose was to take you behind the scenes so that you could see the condition of the
dogs when they arrive. As you could see in the before and after pictures, many had medical
issues that needed immediate attention. They had a look of sadness when they arrived. But
once they received medical help and lots of love, the sad look changed. The sad, dull eyes
now had a bright spark. They became animated, alert and happy. The tails instead of
hanging down, were wagging rapidly. Each dog had a story to tell and
each one was able
to reach out to you and tug on your heartstrings. So, yes, it was a
terrific fundraiser, but
most importantly, you were shown by the pictures and the stories what Operation Scarlet
has been striving to do for the past 21 years. Rescue them; Meet their needs both physically
and mentally; Find loving homes for them and Celebrate
their new lives.
Again, many thanks for your continued support. Your ongoing help and participation keeps
Scarlet’s doors open for other Pei like Lexys, Patrick, Gracie, Abby, Allee, Sharpie and
Happy Jack. They all send you a very big WOOF of thanks.
Gracie, winner of the contest, will be appearing at Operation Scarlet’s spring luncheon on
April 22. Come join us! She would love to meet you.
- Dawn, Scarlet and All Her Kids
Scarlet's Kids
Here are some of Scarlet's Kids that are looking to find
their forever homes. If you have a place in your home and
in your heart for one of these homeless Shar-Pei, please
contact Operation Scarlet at mailto:opscarlet@verizon.net.
You may also visit our web site for more information
regarding the adoption of a homeless Shar-Pei.
Star
Star is a dog that personifies survivor. He arrived at OS in 2008 with old injuries, cause
unknown. Once healthy and healed, he was adopted and living the good life......on a
yacht! Star was credited with saving his adopter's life; it takes a special dog to do that! All
this came crashing down when Star was hit by a car. Due to the long recovery he faced,
the difficult decision was made to return Star to OS. Star is a very special dog that has
given everything he has to offer. Everyone at OS is hoping there's someone as special as
Star is, willing to give him a forever home that has been denied him for too long.
Daisy Duke is as perky as they come. She’s young, approximately 1-2 years
old and is a cream horse coat (or maybe a very short brush
coat?), with a puppy-like enthusiasm for life. Everyone she meets is her new
best friend and every experience is met with curiosity
and a wagging tail. In a home where she can 'grow roots' and be 'showered'
with love, Daisy will 'blossom' into a dog that will give
it all back and then some.
Eliza
Daisy
Duke
Eliza is a cute, petite, compact little girl. She's approximately 2 years old and is a
blue horse coat. She may be a mix but since she was a stray, no background
information is known. Eliza is small in stature but she's big on personality and
presence! She's confident, outgoing, curious and easy-going with the volunteers.
Eliza's the dog for you if you want good looks and a personality to make you smile.
Isabella is a very sweet cream horse coat. She's only 2 but has seen more of the world
than some of her 2-legged family has, having come to the US from Lithuania. It was
reported by her owner that another dog in the household had attacked her several
times, each one worse than the time before. When she arrived at OS she was still Isabella
healing from her wounds. She's fully recovered and anxious to move on to her forever
home. She's quiet and friendly with people and would be a joy to have around.
If you are unable to adopt, but would like to help a homeless
Shar-Pei, consider volunteering at the rescue or making a
donation to Operation Scarlet, Inc.
Visit our web site for more information.
Event Calendar
Year
of
the
Dragon
Operation Scarlet has many events scheduled
throughout the year. All of these events help to
bring people that share a love for the breed
together in a fun and informative atmosphere,
while raising the funds needed to rescue
homeless Shar-Pei.
These are the events that
are currently planned for this year. Check for
monthly additions and updates.
Please join at these events:
Bon Ton in March/April 2012
The Bon Ton sale event will be April 27-28. Look for Operation Scarlet to be at the
Bon Ton at Park City on selected dates in March and April. Please contact DAN3511@aol.com
or at 717-870-9997 if you would like to request booklets to sell or purchase.
The sale info can be found at www.communitydayevent.com.
Operation Scarlet's 2012 Spring Luncheon
April 22, 2012 Lancaster Host Resort, Lancaster, PA
Look for the Spring Luncheon mailing later this month.
Meet Operation Scarlet's New Mascot
Snow Flower who was recently rescued by Operation Scarlet
has been named the OS Mascot. Snow Flower would
love to meet you at the Spring Luncheon.
Operation Scarlet's 2013 Calendar Contest
Winners will be drawn at the Spring Luncheon.
Snow Flower
Annual Fall Picnic
Lancaster County Park Saturday Sept 15, 2012
Operation Scarlet's Fall Luncheon
Sunday October 21, 2012
Lancaster Host Resort, Lancaster, PA
Operation Scarlet, Inc.
Email Us
OpScarlet@verizon.net
P.O. Box 8463
Lancaster, PA 17604
Phone 717-397-6362 Fax 717-399-9220
Visit Our Web Site
www.OperationScarlet.com
Many Thanks to Those Who Have Helped To
Support Operation Scarlet
Would you like to be an associate member of
Operation Scarlet?
Please email Scarletnews@aol.com for an
application form.
Membership Renewals
Rose & Steve Wilcox
Kevin Bedgood
Bob & Julie Breighner
Sponsor a Pei
The Sponsor a Pei program helps to pay for
boarding a rescued Pei when there is no room
at OS. If you would like to be a part of this vital
program, please email Scarletsnews@aol.com.
Thank you for Sponsoring a Pei
Melinda Davis
Karen & Jerry Dalton
Steve & Valerie Hawkins Mike & Dawn Riddelle
Questions, Comments or Submissions
For Scarlet's News?
Volunteers Needed at the Rescue
Would you like to volunteer at the rescue?
Contact us at:
Email Gerre Davis, Editor
scarletsnews@aol.com
opscarlet@verizon.net for details.
Good News! Coco, who arrived at OS HW positive and needed to be
spayed, have entropion surgery and have a bilateral ear ablation, has been
adopted by Denise Wilson. Coco, now "Noel" was rescued with her father
Rocky after they had been abandoned in VA. She is living with another one
of Scarlet’s kids, Yogi Bear, and they are now the best of friends.
A fund for Coco's medical bills was set up in October of 2011, raising a total
of $580. Noel would like to thank Shirley Sarnowski, Cathy Tomasko, and
Steve Waldman for their donations and to everyone who donated or
purchased items at the Fall Luncheon which went to the Coco fund.
Thank you for helping me find my forever home! , Noel
Rainbow Bridge
Buckles Hayes-Morris
A Bridge Called Love
It takes us back to brighter years, to happier sunlit days
And to precious moments that will be with us always.
And these fond recollections are treasured in the heart,
To bring us always close to those from whom we had to part.
There is a bridge of memories from earth to Heaven above...
It keeps our dear ones near us, it's the bridge that we call love.
Unknown
Author Unknown
Hoping for the Grand Prize
Hi, this is Lexys! Remember me from the front page? That's right I was one of the
seven contestants in the Rescue Dog of the Year Award.
I got so many votes from so many people, thank you for your kindness and concern
for me. As you know, I was the only Pei in the contest that does not have a home. I
am still patiently waiting for my special person to visit Operation Scarlet.
I got lots of votes. In fact, I took third place. Not bad for a homeless Pei with three
legs - Don’t you think?
Please do not feel bad for me. Everyone OS is very kind and they have helped me
feel so much better. I get good meals, treats, walks, and hugs. It is a safe haven
until I find my “forever” home.
Well, I guess that is all for now. Just know that I really appreciated your votes. It
was exciting being in a contest to win an award. The only thing more exciting is
when I find my “special person”.
Truly, that will be the day that I win the "Grand Prize".
Luv, Lexys
Just My Dog
He's just my dog. He is my other eyes that can see above the clouds; my other ears that hear above the winds.
He has told me more than a thousand times over that I am his reason for being -- by the way he rests against my leg,
by the way he thumps his tail at my smallest smile, by the way he shows his hurt when I leave without taking him. (I
think it makes him sick with worry when he is not along to care for me).
When I am wrong, he is delighted to forgive. When I am angry he clowns to make me smile.
When I am happy, he is joy unbounded. When I am a fool, he ignores it. When I succeed, he brags.
Without him, I am only another person. With him, I am all powerful.
He has taught me the meaning of devotion is loyalty itself. With him, I know the secret comfort and a private peace.
He has brought me understanding where before I was ignorant. His head on my knee can heal my human hurts. His
presence by my side is protection against my fears of dark and unknown things.
He has promised to wait for me ... whenever ... wherever ... in case I need him, and I expect I will, as I always have.
Who is he? -- He's just MY DOG!
- Author Unknown
Happy Tails
Feb. is a special month for the Moyer family. On Feb. 5 we celebrated Flash's 7th
anniversary! He is doing fairly well but seems to have bouts of Sharpei Fever.
Tomorrow we will celebrate Gus's 10th anniversary! He is going strong. I still
remember the day when I came to OS and picked him as he was talking to me! He had
no hair, rope burns and was all bones. It didn't take long to change him into one
handsome boy! This guy is the perfect pet! He wants nothing but to eat and sleep! He
doesn't bark, growl or cause any problems.
Gus isn't one to get his picture taken much. I don't have any with the two of them
together. It has taken many years but he has turned his life around for the better.
When we first got him, he would barely get off the patio to pee. Now he is the last one
back inside. When feeding, we used to have to give him a few bites at a time. Now he
gets all his food at once. He used to avoid Don at all costs and Don can finally pet
him! I love to read the newsletter to see what is happening with OS and all the kids. I
even forward it so my mom can read it. I love seeing all the kids. Here's to more
anniversaries! Robin, Don, Gus, Flash and Big D
Gus
Flash
Happy 21st Anniversary Operation Scarlet!
2-21-1991 2-21-2012
Happy Anniversary
Aunt Dawn & all of OS!!!
Will there be cake?????
Love, Mushu Rotandi
(Mommy too!)
Kathy, the animal communicator,
joined the OS family by lighting
this candle in celebration of the
21st anniversary and 1133 rescues.
Bump Wilfong wishing
Operation Scarlet a
happy anniversary.
Operation Scarlet Representatives Celebrate the 21st Anniversary at the February Business Meeting
Mary, Pam and Mary Ellen
Nancy and Donna
Dawn and Gwen
Dan and Stacy
Dawn, the Reps and Snow Flower
Introducing Snow Flower