It's party time with Abby and Scooter in Hixson, TN and the cake IS very good. We got hats, we got food, it's all good. Maybe we'll hear a little more about how these kids are doing shortly. ;-)
We have some new pics of "Biggy" Willy German Shorthair Pointer from his momma and there's a his little sister too. Biggy was a big kid when he left here and h's still growing.
Got new pics from Louisville KY from Molly's momma Emma. My, hasn't she turned into a pretty little princess? And, a TV watcher too. We're so happy for this kid.
Our youngest child turned 1 on Sunday. Magoo is a little spit-fire and his great passions in life are playing and being a pest to his older brothers. He loves the water-he will go out when it rains and tries to catch the raindrops, he loves to be sprayed with the water hose, and he likes to eat ice cubes. We want to thank the Birmingham Boston Terrier Rescue Group for allowing Magoo's forever home to be with us. Bill and I are grateful to Rehm Animal Clinic-the wonderful vets and staff who took care of him and nursed him back to health (and Magoo's private nurse-Anna). Without this group of angels, Magoo would not be alive to celebrate his first birthday. Magoo's Momma Joni.
Some new pics of Margo Manda and special little friends.
One warm day as Katie lay sunning herself next to her pool a duck wandered by... Once she realized this foreign creature had invaded her territory, she was off to guard her family from this monster! This is not a one-time event. It has become constant responsibility for her to patrol the yard and to protect her loved ones. Poor Katie must be on constant patrol. We are thankful to her for saving us from this alien! Although Cody sees the danger, he relies on Katie for his safety.
Thanks again Katie, we feel so safe with you on patrol!
This little guy's name is Jojo Stuz. He was tied to a post and left all night in front of a Kentucky shelter.
Southern Cross bailed him out but he was so sick Jojo just couldn't make it, probably the reason he was dumped. Still, even at the last he landed someplace where somebody really loved him and took care of him. If there is any question about who the real animals are in this world, anybody who would dump a sick, blind, old, scared dog, tie him to post all night knowing the most likely outcome, that answer should be pretty clear. No sorry excuse can make up for that.
Charlie and Phthalo continue the great adventure. Here're some recent pictures from their parents. They've really grown up and are great looking kids, probably a little spoiled too. ;-)
We have some very sad news from Farley "Bubba" Dalton's momma Tracy. Last Saturday morning it was the normal morning routine, Farley tried to eat Kiddos food as usual and they played and rough housed all morning and were tackling each other when Tracy left for a few minutes. When she returned, he was tipped over in his wheelchair, which sometimes happens. She went to go pick him up and he was gone we think probably a blood clot.
Farley Dalton was a special little guy and a lot of people knew him and knew about him. He never slowed down, never gave up and never quit. His Uncle Reggie, who gave Farley his wheelchair loved him greatly as do we, and his momma Tracy and his little sister Kiddo. He's probably chasing cats now, but now he's looking after his family.
This is his cousin Amos Ogg, who misses him dearly.
We miss him here too.
joe
CB and Linda's little gal Manda Leigh has been adopted and has moved to the state of Maryland where she just might become an artist. She's joining her momma 'nette, Bugs Bunny, a 2 yr old boston terrier and Scout, a 6 yr old bostonian.
We're hoping to see some pictures soon but in the meantime, here's where she's going to be working http://portraitsbynette.com/ ;-)
Brady Boy Baker went a packin over the September 13th
weekend to a nice home on the side of a mountain in
Rough and tough, Brady loved people, and likely would have been friends with more dogs, had his backyard breeders gotten both Brady and his daddy neutered before they had to compete with one another. So it goes. He’s just an ol’biggin, and ought to be so happy to have a couple peoples of his own!
Daisy is Andrea's baby but went to the bridge this week, an unknown illness. She's badly missed by the family at Ft. Benning but she's looking after them now.
I had adopted him after his owner had to be placed in a nursing home. He was left with two other pets in the house alone for about 3 months. Someone came by and fed them. He had flea allergies and had a great deal of hair loss but over the months his hair had grown back.
He had become a feisty little man. He slept on my bed every night snoring. I have so many memories of the cute things that he would do. I was blessed to have been able to have him for awhile.
If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again.
He was the funniest, sweetest little old man and I miss him terribly.
Rest in peace my little Buddy-Boo.
Momma Janet
September 3,2008
Here's a pic of Mr. Boston Clark who's going to boot camp to try to learn to be a better behaved little Bostonian. We're sure he's going to be fine but everybody should always remember Bostons are susceptible to thyroid problems and that can make them nippy.
A simple daily supplement pill usually helps a great deal but sometimes you have to smarten up your vet about it. Remember, the dog depends on you. Don't depend on the vet for all the answers if you love your dog.
Update: He's doing great !!!
Helen has sent us some new pics of her kids.
The orange Baby is Bluette at 16 weeks. She was left in an apartment with her Mom and Dad for three weeks and no one knew they were there. She is in training to be a Therapy Dog. ANgel was 12 weeks old and already working therapy and became a service dog at 8 months. ANgel is deaf and make personal appearances to promote deaf dogs.
The Rainbow Bridge is in the process of being born. All photos of Rainbow Bridge babies welcome. Please feel free to let everyone know.
Send them to Helen Gregory at mailto:angelsmommy@earthlink.net
Just in from Buddy Love's momma, biker queen. Mister Buddy is preparing for Halloween California style. Ain't he the scary one?
We have some new pictures of Harryman (the Legend) and his bud Kidd Rock. Harry recently had a cataract taken off and he's seeing a lot better now. The little guy (and his brother Kidd) are inspirational and just show that dogs are very special. Harry's soulmate is Farley "Bubba" Dalton.
They just take life and run with it.
Granpa Rudy was in a shelter in Georgia. He was indeed an old guy when they asked for help for him.
Bob picked him up and brought him home. He was in the backyard when I first met him, sunning. He was so proud to be here. He had a terrible case of coccidia and had to stay with the vet several days. That is really unusual for an old guy to have coccidia.
He was always the softest soul with a pure heart. He was appreciative for everything he had and was so loving. We tried to save his eyes but that was not to be. He learned how to maneuver the dog door, the porch down to the steps, and into the yard. He could do all that on his own and get back into the house.
I can't say enough about how Rudy truly enriched our lives. He will always be missed and loved!
Run like the wind Rudy, your friends are there waiting on you!
He loved the couch, the pink bed, and his special friend Izzy - his momma Debbie
Strider Haggard Hallman is the best dog on the planet!! He is smart, beautiful, well-behaved and he LOVES his Momma! That little package of dynamite is the love of my life and I'm blessed to have him!!
(there's not much we can add to that)
Harvey has passed his first hurricane experience with flying colors. Thankfully no damage except some tree limbs down and trying to get the dogs to go out between the rain bands.
Rebel is a "I don't get wet" kind of guy, Magoo loves water and tries to catch the raindrops, and Harvey will go out if it is only a slight sprinkle. He graduated from basic obedience on 17 Aug and will start intermediate obedience in Oct.
After that Harvey will be ready to participate in hospice therapy visits. He and Magoo are still big buddies-playing and chasing each other (more inside the house-then outside), fighting over toys, but still snuggle buddies when it comes to nap time.
momma
Well Manda's being adopted and moving to Maryland (more later on that) but here's a picture of Manda and Jasmine giving CB the "who's the dog?" look.
Most of you know that my little Ruby Sue went to the Bridge Sunday
evening. We were at the lake where Ruby loved being and she started having seizures. Herb told the vet to do
what ever it takes to save her but the vet said that nothing could be done.
I held sweet Ruby until she went to sleep.
When Joe sent her to us to foster from TN he said that she looked like a little sad sack. She did initially but as you can see from the pic she
was happy and smiling and she loved her life and actually gained four
pounds. We are so very grateful that this brave little girl came in to our lives and Ruby never intended to be our foster she was here to stay.
I know now that Ruby was preparing me because she never sat in our laps or let us hold her for any length of time - Sat evening she came to the
couch and gave me her serious stair so I picked her up and she cuddled up next to me and gave me kisses.
The vet gave me her little paw print and Ruby Sue is being cremated and we will bring her home once again to be with her pack.
She still rules, from over her momma's shoulder now.
diane ~ Ruby Sue's Momma
Well, Mr. Max McCarley spent a summer in NEW YORK CITY and wasn't he the dandy? No more nasty old duck ponds with nasty old ducks for Max, he's the talk of the town now.
Ardy and her kids, Katie and Cody and their daddy moved to the Lake Michigan area not long ago so it means some really neat hiking and camping kind of stuff. There're some pictures from their momma...
When I first laid eyes on you I new you were meant to be with me. You new when I was in a bad mood and always managed to cheer me up. When I was not feeling well you were the first one there to lay your head on my lap so quietly as if to say I'm sorry your not feeling well. Even those times when I became a little short tempered with you, you never did hold it against me. Those games of tug of war where always so much fun. You knew you'd always win but you played along to make me happy.
You where the one by my side no matter where I went or what I was doing. You were there for me everyday of your life and always showed me how much you loved being with me. I hope that you are now at full piece. You can rest now and not have to worry about taking care of me. I still look for you when I come home to get that feeling of your unconditional love and comfort and oh yes your cookie. I know that when I do walk through that front door you are still there jumping for joy and wagging that little stump of a tail till it just about falls off. I love you, and I miss you. You will be in my heart with me
forever. Thank you for taking such good care of me. You are my best friend.
"My best friend and companion"
Alisan
Dudley
August 15, 2008
The pics of Taz-O-Matic were whacked when the loser/hacker got into the website so here they are again. He's still a happy little guy with his momma, living it up as a very sophisticated New Yorker now.
Here's a new set from Ringo's momma. Never at a loss in a nice, warm laundry basket.
Phthalo & Charlie are spending a big summer and their parents have sent new pics. Nobody can believe it's been a year already. They've spent most of the summer trying to teach them how to catch the frisbee, so far the are just good at chasing it and bringing it back!
Don't worry kids, Uncle joe's not very good at catching one either. ;-(
Tom-Tom our most very excellent young man finished up his
heartworm treatment in July and certainly enjoyed the increased freedom. An
exceptional
But all for the best since he moved to Chatsworth
Now it’s just a funnin all the day long, balls frisbies and a runnin! Uncle Ron even threw in his favorite blankee! Shucks & darn, we’re all so happy he blessed our doorstep while we helped him escape the reaper.
Hey have ya’ll noticed?
Ol’Harvey done come a long way since a getting free of
that mean puppy mill, and learnin how to be gentleman, at Boston Farms. He
didn’t think twice bout leavin Uncle Ron in the dust, when the word came down
that Lizzie had courtin fever. Well ya know they both got vivid imaginations!
So great to see a sad life get turned around, Rescue 1
Breeders 0. New Daddy Larry,is gonna teach
We're very pleased to announce that Monty Marty has been adopted by his new momma Celina and is moving to Mabelton, GA. This little guys has had a hard time of it, heartworms, being jumped on by a neighborhood bully a couple times. Things are changing for him though, all for the better and hasn't he turned out to be a handsome little man?
The attached photo was taken shortly after Bella's arrival in mid-July. All the pups get along beautifully, they all play so much
it's amazing. Taz likes to sleep in his little round bed (next to my bed), rather than on the bed.
He joins us at the beginning of the night but gets down right away, then wants to me to pull him up onto the bed in the AM for the morning wake-up cuddle.
He has gained almost 3 lbs.
Both he and Angel like to do the growly wrestling play with Bella but the girls often play and play with each
other. As you might guess, he's very happy that they both like to tug with him on the several (favorite) tug toys.
Here's a special little gal named Heidi who came from the Asheville NC shelter, was kept safe by her aunts, Aunt Beth and Aunt Gina in Tennessee and got well and now is a permanent guest of Aunt Roie's foster momma way up in the Northeast. Heidi's an older little lady and has a few medical problems but she's being well loved and well taken care of.
We got new pics of Spike, aka Little Biscuit. Showing off his massive
tongue, being excited about being patriotic, and helping dad drive. He's
not too keen on the hat. Most Bostons aren't ;-)
Everybody remember Tracy Turley? Well, he's Tres Piernas now, Spanish for "three legs" and he's moved to the Oak Ridge, TN area. This is Tres, doing what he really loves to do, play with Mr. Kong.
"It's a marriage made in heaven. Tres is such a happy boy, playful, loving and seemingly housebroken already (no accidents yet). Philip is enamored with him (as I am, too). He has slept with Philip every night and snores Philip to sleep. His favorite new toy is a Wiggle Giggle ball. He will chase it and play with it until Philip takes it away from him. After we left your house Philip drove me home and we brought Tres in my house to meet Velvet. He took to Velvet right away to as she did to him. Here they are playing tug of war together. They are like old best friends. Thank you for the opportunity to meet all your special babies. I wish we could have adopted all of them."
Elaine and Philip
His new aunt Juanita is very proud of him too. She's fostering Miss Callie.
Princess Hope, now "Molly" was adopted recently and she's moved to Louisville KY. Poor little kid, somebody pulled her from a local shelter and dumped her into another one. Things have changed and she's a very happy baby now and living large.
Ever heard of somebody wanting a "perfect dog?" Well, here he is - Mr. Buster Ellenberg. Buster is 15 years old, he can't see, can't hear much, sleeps about 23 hours a day, gets breakfast in bed, not a bad life, huh?
Of course when that little brass bell starts ringing around Buster's neck, that means he's just woke up, probably needs to poop or pee and the clock starts running. Precious, isn't he?
Here's a visiting baby, her name is Belle Mae. Her momma is very proud of her. All the boys think she very pretty too
Here're two big turkeys Mr. Moses McBee and Fin Fin (now big Fin ) doing a little dog business. They have a new home now and the serious Boston business has officially begun. BTW, Mr. McBee is dealing with thunder and lightening a LOT better now !
He thought his Aunt Terri might want to know that
Everybody remember Farley Bubba Dalton, the little guy with the wheelchair from VA? Well, his momma has been taking very good care of him and he's having a little birthday party. Spoiled? Naaaaaaaaaaaaaa...
We're greatly saddened this morning to hear of the loss of Angelo Carson, special Bostonian kid. The little guy is looking after Wyndi now, with the rest of her tribe who've gone ahead.
Wyndi knows Angelo will put in a good word for her with the Boss and watch over her and the rest of the crew.
We also have some new pics of Mr. Milo Man Paul and his new "little friend." You have to look Very Carefully to see the little buddy.
New pics of Louis Hamilton, very special little special dog.
See Louis and his momma below on the bicycle. This little man has soo much
expression and love in his little eyes, he sure is loved!!!
Have you EVER seen a cuter boston terrier? I think not! ;-)
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It’s been some busy days at Boston Farms. Uncle Ron
waived goodbye to 2 of his pals over the July 4th weekend.
Taz O’ Matic, found his way to
Next, Good Ol’ Parker packed his bags for a new home in
just outside of
He’s assured to have a nice backyard to himself, and a nice tiled kitchen floor to stretch out and cool himself on hot days.
The excitement is picking up in Spanish Fort where Harvey and Rebel now have a little brother and his name is Magoo. The family now has adopted Bostonians from at least three of the regional rescues and we're very proud to be a part of their family. Magoo, on the left, is the new baby. ;-)
Mr. Fletcher is doing well and taking care of his little family over in the Knoxville area and they are VERY proud of him. Hasn't he grown up to be a handsome little guy?
Durango Pete, now "Jackson" has gone to his new home in Zionville, NC. Rumor has it that his 1st night was spent sleeping between his new mom and dad then under the covers snuggled up to his new dad. He was also spotted going for a walk around Bass Lake. However, he was having too much fun to pose for a photo to send his former foster parents (Joe and Turk then later Robert and Tricia).
Durango is also rumored to have passed out watching the red sox game and filling his belly with homemade peanut butter dog treats. He seems to be a bit of a charmer and opportunist whose life just keeps getting better. However, he is loved by all who have cared for him and will certainly warm the hearts of his new parents who are absolutely smitten with him.
This is a 14 year old Boston named Buddy. He is the absolute center of
John's family's world and he got him when he was just 6 weeks old. Buddy is
looking for a new "little brother" and that could be Herschel
Ray. Buddy likes to sleep. A lot.
Buddy lives in Nashville with two cats. Ceasar is 15 and Sebastian is 11.
Sebastian is kind of an annoying little but they do tolerate him. Just a few tussles every few weeks.
Both cats have been declawed so there isn't any chance of major scratches for Buddy, but he doesn't realize that!
All three are inside members of the family, although is a big fenced back yard that Buddy likes to patrol before coming in and getting a treat. Buddy gets a treat every time he comes in. And if you forget to give him a treat for coming in -- he reminds you with a soulful stare that would make your heart melt! Buddy is allowed to go wherever he wants in the house at any time.
Here's Dana's child Macy, a 6 year old Boston kid who lost a leg but like all strong willed Bostonians just "got up and kept going." Dana and Macy are fostering a little Lab/beagle mix. Isn't she a pretty little girl?
Eli's Coming. Eli was dumped or lost, nobody came looking for him. Now he's home with his momma Carla.
Louis is doing well although quite SPOILED! He and his father sit in the recliner at night and watch the red sox or the news and then he gets in the big bed with us, goes under the covers and doesn't move all night.
Louis is walking more lately instead of hopping, he is up on all fours last night he took about 20 steps across the room! Its not pretty but it has to be better on his back than hopping. I didn't end up going to eddies wheels, they strongly suggest you wait until he is a year which I think he will be in July?
Here is a picture of him and I enjoying a ride :) His momma, Sheila
Kosmo was born on Christmas day in 2004 we got him from a back yard breeder before we knew any better. Shortly after we got him we came upon a message board for boston terriers where I have learned so much! I will never purchase a puppy again from a breeder,
and we will be looking into rescue for any dogs we may get down the road.
We have been very lucky so far with Kozmo considering where he came from. He is a very healthy happy guy! I have 3 young kids who he plays with as if he himself were a human child! He loves chasing them up and down the hall of the house with a toy in his mouth barking and they just squeal and love every minute of it!
- Kosmo's momma Stacy
Sweet Magnolia, the apple of Stonewall's eye. Be still my beating heart........... ;-)
Beau is the BT, Eddie is the Airedale, and Sophie is the maltese mix. This is the board of directors at Carla's house.
Tracy's kids, at our fundraiser in Maryville at Julie's Studio. Cute kids !!
Julie Poole
http://JuliePoole.com
865-603-1215
Here are a couple of the rare "fluffy" Boston Terriers in Kentucky who own Kristy.
"My Sunshine Does Not Come From The Skies,
It Comes From The Love In My Dog's Eyes"
Today is Ivy Mae's 3rd birthday! This evening, DaMomma (that would be me!) is going to take her through the drive thru at McDonald's for some fruit yogurt parfaits for everyone. That's our "Happy Birthday" tradition! She's such a beautiful little girl...my Little Stinker!
Summertime and guess who's in the family pool? Well, it's Austin Wolfe. Mr. Kool.
Just a note to introduce you to Mario's new brother, Cutter. He comes from a not so nice "rescue," All Creatures Great and Small in Hendersonville, NC that was shut down a few months ago.
We had been looking for a new 'brother" for Mario when Cutter came along. After a few tense days, they became best friends. Mario still remembers his buddy Sam aka Carlos. His picture is a little further down.
Diana
Quincy and Queenie are now Trent and Molly. Molly is very outgoing and social and Trent has become very laid back and affectionate.
They usually sleep snuggled together at night so they had a huge dog bed they're
supposed to share... That wasn't happening. Trent claimed the bed, moved all of his toys in it with him and would not let Molly lay down with him..
Michelle and Mark ended up making a midnight trip to Wal-Mart for another bed.
What else can you do? ;-)
Part of the reward is knowing that you have found a very special place for dogs that had no family and these are obviously very happy, very well loved kids.
Update from the Killian Clan in AL, two old dogs doing what old dogs do. Rudy and Maestro... There are a lot worse things in life than being a greatly loved old Boston Terrier.
Boston tongues and toothy Boston grins. Marissa's two Boston’s, Mikey on the left and Betty on the right. They look like two little peas in a pod. ;-)
"Mikey is a puppy mill rescue from Ohio and he is by far the love of my life. He is the best dog I ever had and he has nothing but love for everyone. He lost his eye in the puppy mill and then when he started "scaring the customers" with his eye they tossed him. Mikey is now fat (we refer to it as big boned), spoiled, and the king of our house. Mikey stalks everyone in the house and "reports back" to the others. My husband knows if it came down to him or Mikey that Mikey wins
every time hands down. :)
Betty was adopted from Friends of Homeless Animals and she is a 10+ senior who is deaf and blind. When she barks she sounds like an old lady screaming to get out of her yard. She is tough,
independent, and very loveable. Her favorite thing to do is be held. It only took me 5 minutes to fall in love with Betty and feel the same exact way about her as I do for Mikey. I hope she is around for many more years because she is
a lot of fun and I just hope I am spoiling her enough. - momma
Gunner has been adopted and moved to Cornelus NC where he intends to become (continue to be) very spoiled. The journey stated with a teary eye'd good bye from Aunt Amy, a trip to the local Petsmart and then NEW ADVENTURES. We're hoping for lots of pictures.
Ringo Ross is just like any other little boy when he finds a mud puddle to jump into. You can dress them up though and here's Ringo and his big brother in their work clothes. The patients LOVE them!
This is Sam aka Carlos. He's grown up a lot since moving to Chattanooga and now his momma Bobbie says he's mostly arms, legs (and tail). Sam's best buddy here in Maryville was Fast Mario and he misses him.
Jacko Schmacko Steals-da-Pants
January 15, 2007 - June 4, 2008
Missed and loved forever by Mark, Scott,
Gracie, Toby, Maggie and Owen.
Our little Jack gave us great joy. He was a funny dog with a great sense of humor and a complete cuddle bug. He'd crawl into your lap and just go limp for lovin's. You couldn't leave any item of clothing anywhere within his reach or you'd find it well-chewed in the backyard (hence his name). And not just clothing.....rugs, towels, throw pillows, blankets.....if he could get it in his mouth, it was a goner! Sadly, he was also a runner -- a free spirit that could not be tamed.
He escaped the yard after being left out by a lawn contractor and was hit by a car and although we did everything possible to save him, Jack passed quietly away on June 4 under the touch of his Daddy. He was cremated and will be buried at the home of his grandparents in Michigan.
Jacko is taking care and watching over them now.
Ringo is a 4 year old Bostonian. His passion in life is to hunt for critters in the woods. he spends most of his days under my bridge romping in the creek looking for frogs, birds or squirrels. He is one tough little man & he loves to swim in my pool and has no fear of water. He resides with 2 boxers who are over 70 lbs each. He rules the roost here and they submit to him as the top dog. He loves to roll on his back and snore and eat. He kills every toy in the house within minutes and is constantly scouring the floors for any crumb of food he he can find. He loves to do the army crawl and will do it on command for food...
Ringo has a love for all people and especially babies. He is a therapy dog and loves to visit with the elders and shadow them with kisses and love.
He is a true ambassador for the breed and I am so lucky to have him in my life..
Ringo's mom, Lisa
"Lexie is fawn, Ivy Mae is black. Just when I thought my heart could not hold any more love for another furkid, I've been proven wrong…again! What's one more?!" - Karen
Robin (aka Karl) and Batman have noticed an odor coming from the garden and have just discovered it's origin. Look closely at the stone bench for something YELLOW and stinky. Yeck !!! A nasty old CAT !!
