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PAWS PRINTS
Winter 2015 Issue
MERRY CHRISTMAS and Happy Holidays to everyone from Charlotte Cocker
Rescue of NC. As the year 2015 comes to a close, we would like to thank all of
those who volunteer and help Charlotte Cocker Rescue. We appreciate all the
donors and people who have adopted from the rescue as well as our major
helpers. Thank you to all the caring people who have offered their time and
talent to help CCR through the year. You all are truly wonder people. A
special thanks to Cabarrus Animal Hospital staff and groomers, along with
Sunny Brook Kennels who also do grooming for our rescues.
CHARLOTTE COCKER
RESCUE OF NC, INC.
ON THE NEXT PAGES
Donation Form
Sonny Memorial
Happy Tails to Grayson
Happy Tails Wilson Penny
Ways to Help CCR
Alerts for Christmas
Happy Tails Adoption
Featured Pets
Rainbow Bridge
Sonny Carpenter Mem
Monthly Sponsors Needed
Meet Fancy From TN
Fundraisers/Events
Winston’s Story
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FUNDRAISER
2015 18 month Calendars are
now on sale. They make great
stocking stuffers and gifts for
family members. Cost $18.00.
Auto Bell Car Wash tickets on
sale. $15.99 for each ticket
STORIES AND PICTURES TO
SHARE
If you would like to share your
rescue story and a picture of
your pet please forward to
LarryDonnaCarp@aol.com
2015 has been an unfortunate year for CCR. Due to lack of funds we have had
to turn away many cockers in need. Any donations and adoption fees received
are currently used for the rescue dogs already here. If and when we received
additional funds over our expenses, we rescue additional cockers waiting for a
new start in life. We are in desperate need of people willing to donate and/or
adopt. Donations will give the rescue the opportunity to help cockers sitting in
shelters hoping for us to save them. Give them a chance at a new life. Please
help us help them. All funds no matter if it is by a donation or an adoption fee
is used for the cockers. CCR is a complete volunteer organization. Donations
are 100% tax deductible. No amount is too small. Any amount will help pay
for food and medical needs. We thank you for your generous donations this
year and in the past. Please continue to think of us and our cockers in need.
This year with the donations and adoption fees we have been able to save 61
dogs. In addition to the 32 dogs we had in rescue at the end of 2014, we have
been able to save 93 dogs this year. Without your help none of this would
have been possible. Without your continued help we will not be able to save
this number is 2016.
Please take time to view our web site for all our updates and pictures with bios
of all the dogs still awaiting their forever home. Every one of them are special
in their own way and want only what every other dog wants. A good home
with lots of walks, belly rubs, food, love, and a few treats now and then.
Listed in the newsletter are a few of the babies that really could use a good
home with a family that has room for just one more. By the way also take a
moment to read about all the little ones who have found homes in “Happy
Tails”.
Last but not least, Larry and I want to wish each and every one of you a very
Merry Christmas and a healthy happy New Year. We hope that 2015 was a
good year for each of you and that 2016 will be even better. God bless all of
you.
Larry and Donna Carpenter
INTERESTED IN ADOPTING
CHARLOTTE COCKER RESCUE
OF N.C. INC.
P.O. Box 1050
Kannapolis, NC 28081
704-938-7202
Email:
LarryDonnaCarp@aol.com
Website:www.charlotteCockerRescue.com
Our adoption process begins with a
completed application, which for
Microsoft Word users can be
downloaded from our Petfinder home
page and returned to us by email.
Applications should be emailed to
larrydonnacarp@aol.com Upon adoption, all medical records
will be provided. Current adoption fee is $300.00 and is not
tax deductible. You can now sponsor any of our dogs or
donate to CCR quickly through PayPal with or without a PayPal
account. All donations are tax deductible. CCR is a 501(c)3
nonprofit organization that relies on private donations and
adoption fees to support our rescue efforts. All donations and
adoption fees are used for altering/spaying, medical,
vaccination, and grooming needs.
Yes, I want to help support Charlotte Cocker Rescue of N.C.
I will pledge the following monthly:
$10
$25
$50
$100
Other $___
I can't pledge monthly, but enclosed is my gift of:
$10
$25
$50
$100
Other $___
___________________________________________________
(name)
I would like to sponsor __________, whose story I read
in PAWS PRINTS or on Petfinder.com.
I'm interested in volunteering with CCR. Please
contact me at _______________________.
Enclosed is my tax-deductible gift to help CCR.
___________________________________________________
(address)
___________________________________________________
(address)
SONNY CARPENTER’S MEMORIAL
SONNY
As we all know it is difficult when we are faced with losing our loved ones. Sonny
our sweet boy we had rescued when he was 6 months old, passed away in early
October. Soony was one of the sweetest cocker boys you could ever have. He
lost his brother in 2011 to liver disease and Sonny was sad. He hung in there with
all of his medical problems until cancer took his life. Sonny used to enjoy toys in
his earlier years. Later in life he just loved eating his food and enjoying treats. He
was a perfect boy. He enjoyed everyone he met. Sonny was one of the best
cockers Larry and I have owned and we miss him very much. To celebrate his life
we want to remember him and his brother Snapper as young and happy boys.
When we first rescued them we called them the Doublemint twins. Sonny Bunny
and Snapper Snap Snap. Gone but not forgotten.
HAPPY TAILS FOR GRAYSON
Grayson came to rescue back in Feb when he had been hit by a car
and left to die in the freezing snow and rain. He was picked up and
taken to animal control where he remained until Charlotte Cocker
Rescue saved him. Below is a brief happy tail of his new owners who
just love and adore this little boy. We are so happy for Grayson to
know true love to never be left outside in the frigid elements again.
We have had Bowden (formerly Grayson) for almost 3 months. This
sweet boy has brought so much joy into our lives and has been the
perfect addition to our family! This Thanksgiving we are especially
thankful for the work Donna and the cocker rescue do to bring families
like ours together
HAPPY TAILS STORY OF WILSON PENNY
Wilson was found 8 years ago in Wilson, NC when he was
around 10 months old. CCR rescued him from the shelter
there and soon after found a new home for him.
Unfortunately, that owner returned Wilson to CCR after a
couple of years. Donna and Larry took him in and he
remained at CCR for the next 5 years, waiting for his
forever home.
We adopted Wilson in May, 2015 and we are SO happy to
have him as a part of our family. He is such a happy boy…
he enjoys his backyard and loves sleeping in his
tempurpedic bed with mommy & daddy. We love Wilson
so much and he and sister Angel (adopted from CCR in
2005) love each other, too! We’ve made it our mission to
give Wilson the best life possible for the rest of his life.
Thank you, Larry & Donna and the entire CCR team for
taking such great care of Wilson and the other rescues
you have saved.
YOU CAN HELP CHARLOTTE COCKER RESCUE CONTINUE TO PROVIDE A LIFE LINE
TO COCKERS IN NEED
As with many rescue groups the number of dogs needing to be rescued and the amount of
funds to provide for them is far from equal. 2015 has brought many dogs in need with fewer
adoption fees, donations, and events providing the funds needed for their support. This
year the number of dogs that required additional medical treatment other than
neutering/spaying and shots were numerous. So many were poorly treated and lack of care
was so apparent that our funds were used up quickly just to treat these poor souls. To keep
our rescue moving forward we need help. Here are a few of the ways you can support CCR.
1. Become a sponsor for a dog of choice. Take a moment to review our special needs
dogs and support him/her on a monthly basis with an amount of your choice.
2. Give to the United Way Fund at year end by deducting your amount of choice through
a payroll deduction and designate CCR of NC as the organization of your choice. Ask
your employer if they will match your donation. Charlotte Cocker Rescue doesn’t
require that you provide a United Fund number. Just write the rescue name in and
your donation will be given to the rescue.
3. www.IGIVE.com. Before you decide to shop online, go to IGIVE.com and find the store
you want to buy from. There are hundreds of stores to choose from. (Amazon, and
Macys is just a sample of the stores listed.) When you purchase from your favorite
store through the IGIVE website, a portion of the total purchase will go to Charlotte
Cocker Rescue. Do this each time you buy online. It will add up for CCR.
4. Support fundraising events when possible. Yearly calendars, Belk Fundraising tickets,
and car wash tickets are ways that CCR raises funds so we can provide the necessary
vet and surgery needs along with food, medications, and supplies for the rescue. CCR
is always looking for new fundraisers that will help us grow, along with volunteers to
make each and every fundraiser a success. Please email me at
LarryDonnaCarp@aol.com if you have something you want to share.
5. When shopping through Amazon.com or Amazon Smile select CCR as your nonprofit of
choice so that the rescue will earn a portion of the total purchase amount. Each time
you purchase an item through Amazon CCR will receive a donation. Even a small
purchase will make a difference to the rescue.
Christmas is a wonderful time and families look forward to spending time together. Pets are a part of
the family and want to help you get ready for the big day. Unfortunately decorating can be deadly for
your pet. Pets are curious and get into things they shouldn’t. Here is a short list of some of the
dangers that you need to look out for:
1. Glue and adhesives. These are extremely toxic to dogs.
2. Potpourri oil is also toxic.
3. Ribbon, string and yarn if swallowed can twist around your dog’s intestines.
4. Place candles on high shelves. Wagging tails or jumping curious dogs and cats can cause a deadly
fire.
5. Mistletoe, Poinsettas, and the berries and leaves of holly. These can cause a simple stomach upset,
vomiting or death.
6. A Christmas tree can be overturned by a jumping dog full of curiosity. Fallen ornaments can be
chewed and eaten. Wires from Christmas lights that are eaten can cause shock and even death.
HAPPY TAIL ADOPTIONS
Listed are 23 families with very happy fur babies. They have found their forever homes. CCR thanks
each and every new adopter. You are a very important part of Charlotte Cocker Rescue.
July 2015
Redford – White family of NC
Hunter and Chesty – Horton
family of SC
Scooter Keziah – Otton family of
NC
October 2015
Holly – Kiser family of NC
Cinderella – Matthews family of
NC
Cody – Marchard family of SC
Landon – Davis family of NC
Sophie – Donahey family of NC
Bacon – Lamb family of NC
Paige – Young family of NC
August 2015
Napolie/Winston – Mascitti
family of VT
Brandon = Sax family of NC
Brenna – Trieb family of MD
Jenny – Mcgrogan family of NC
Sandi/Sadie – Smith family of NC
November 2015
Smoke – Haloskie family of NC
Snowy – Williams family of NC
Emily – Adams family of Ohio
Max – Violette family of NC
Bryce – Stippich family of NC
September 2015
Benj – Langmale family of NC
Grayson – Reaves family of NC
Molly – Bettencourt family of
NC
Please consider adopting one of these precious boys into your family. Each one suffered abuse and neglect before
coming into rescue. If you can't adopt, won’t you please become a "monthly angel" to help pay for medication to allow
him to live a healthy and happy life until he finds his forever home and family?
AJ - is a 7 year old
cocker/springer mix. AJ
was not a trusting soul
when he came to rescue,
but has come a long way
in trust and
companionship. AJ needs
to keep active and on the
go. If he becomes bored
he will find something to
chew on. A family that is
home most of the day that
enjoys walks would be a
good match for AJ.
BRUCE – is a 5 year old
cocker mix. Bruce may
have a little schnauzer.
You can see a hint of this
breed in his face. He is shy
at first meeting but warms
up quickly. Arrived from
the shelter with major hair
loss due to chronic flea
dermatitis. His coat is in
excellent shape after
medication, baths, and
medical care. Loves other
dogs. Good with children.
SMOKIE – A happy,
friendly 4 year old male
cocker. Smokie does have
a 2-3 grade heart murmur.
Smokie is considered in
good health and no
medications are needed.
He will need an owner
who is willing to monitor
his heart murmur as the
vet recommends. Super
friendly and does well
with children.
BROMLEY - Special Needs –
Bromley has only 3 legs but
moves around as if he had
all 4 legs. Bromley is prone
to bladder stones and
requires a special diet
which you can purchase
from your vet. Bromley is a
Dobie mixed with
coonhound. Bromley came
to rescue with a severe
broken leg, heart worms,
and crystals in his urine.
Today he is healthy
RAINBOW BRIDGE
Sadly, our pets can’t stay with us forever. Here is a list of CCR pooches who have passed.
April 2015
April Klosiewicz
August 2015
Berkley King
Casey Smith
Marmalade Barrineau
Pancake Lardizabel
May 2015
Sparkle Smith
Brody Marchand
Sept 2015
Winston Massengill
PJ Carpenter
June 2015
Lolabelle Connor
July 2015
Sadi Adams
October 2015
Toby Maxon
Hannah Lewis
Esha Smith
Sonny Carpenter
November 2015
Astor Bakey
Lady Ballard
Hunter Horton
Cookie Brown
MONTHLY SPONSORS NEEDED FOR OUR SPECIAL NEEDS COCKERS
Would you consider becoming a sponsor for one of these special cockers in need?
Winston requires monthy thyroid $14.10, Denamarin $86.90, damp heat herbs for skin $71.26, 4 months
supply of Onco (cancer medication) $115.00, Atopica (for skin) 2 boxes a month $117.28, Royal Canine food
$98.00 for 25 lb bag, and Percorten V injection for Addison’s $102.43.
Choo Choo requires Denamarin $52.90, Ursodiol $112.94, Royal Canine food $98.00.
Buffy requires glaucoma drops (2 months supply) $79.99, Royal Canine Vension $98.00.
Bosley requires heart medication $57.50, Denamarin $86.60, Royal Canine Vension $98.00, and Vitamin B
shots.
Ben requires cyclosporine (dry eye med) $86.00, neuter, dental, cherry eye correction, Royal Canine food
$98.00.
Bromley requires UD food to prevent bladder stones - $160.00 every 6 weeks.
Faulkner requires thyroid medication $17.40 monthly.
MEET A TENNESSE BEAUTY LOOKING FOR HER FOREVER HOME – SPONSORS NEEDED
Meet Fancy a special rescue girl all the way from Tennessee. She is 6 years
old cockapoo. Before she can be adopted she has to go through
heartworm treatment and a dental. She does well with other dogs. She
recently became a star when she participated in the Christmas Parade in
Charlotte. She turned lots and heads and warmed many a heart. She will
be in a happy and safe place this Christmas. Her only wish is to have a
forever home in 2016.
FANCY
FUNDRAISERS AND UPCOMING EVENTS
Autobell Car Wash tickets are for sale. Each ticket is $15.99. Please support our efforts. Make a great gift and the
ticket never expires.
Charlotte Cocker Rescue 2016 - 18 month calendar is for sale at $18.00. Special thanks to Cabarrus Animal Hospital
our special sponsor along with all the wonder owners of CCR dogs who sent in pictures to be displayed in the calendar
for 2016. Thank you all so much for your participation.
2016 St. Patrick’s parade will be in March. CCR would like to participate as we did this year. Looking for volunteers
for the event. We had lots of fun this year and met a lot of great people.
WILSON’S STORY CONTINUES
Winston would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. He
says to tell everyone life is so great and he has been a busy boy in rescue. Since our
last newsletter Winston has been traveling back to the mountains in September and
again in October. He also made a short trip to the beach and really enjoyed putting his
paws in the water.
He couldn’t wait to help all the volunteers selling tickets at the Belk Charity sell.
Winston charmed many of the shoppers walking by to purchase tickets to benefit the
rescue.
Winston made his first appearance at the annual Christmas Parade. He was the bell of
the ball and charmed everyone with his good looks and sweet personality. He had
such a good time. I know he is looking forward to attending next year’s parade.
When Winston is relaxing at home he enjoys his toys, playing with all the dogs and of
course his balls. His favorite is his wobble wag ball. One of Winston’s favorite things
to do is to rest on his mommy’s lap when he wants to relax and get a little attention.
He is looking forward to Christmas and can't wait to see what Santa will bring him this
year. Unfortunately Christmas will be a little lonely because one of his best friends,
Sonny Carpenter, went to the rainbow bridge in October. Fortunately Winston has
many foster brothers and sisters to celebrate Christmas with. Winston so wishes that
all animals could be as lucky as he is.
Winston wants you to know he is doing well, and even though he still has medical
problems most are well controlled. Winston wants to thank all the cocker angels who
donate to sponsor him and ensure he gets all his needed med's and special
food. Winston sends many cocker kisses to all.