Operation Horse Rescue has been a genuine community effort. The Girl Scouts of Troop 008, here in Bear Valley, have thrown their hats in the ring with “Bale Out The Horses.” “Bale out the Horses” is an effort spearheaded by the girls to help keep the horses’ belly’s full. A lot of these horses were found starving and the girls want to make sure that never happens again.They have teamed with Hemme Hay in Tehachapi who is offering $2 off any bale of hay that is donated to Marley’s Mutts and Operation Horse Rescue. Hemme will also be accepting cash donations towards hay. The project will culminate on Saturday the 21st of January when the troop holds their fundraiser at Hemme Hay in Tehachapi. Bale out the Horses has three “drop zones” for hay and money: Hemme Hay, The Pet Lodge/Tehachapi Vet Hospital, and the Bear Valley Equestrian Center. Way to go Troop 008, keep up the good work!! See the flyer below for details.
Splish Splash, they were taking a bath. Sonar and Chloe, that is.
This wonderful whippersnapper is Zeek and he is an 8-month-old Cattle Dog mix. Zeek was found stray in Hart Flat and, unfortunately, nobody has come forward to claim him. His is an incredibly happy dog with a contagious zeal for life–in other words, he’s just a happy-go-lucky young dog that loves life. Zeek does well with people and with other dogs and is progressing well at his foster home. He is learning to be housetrained, walk on a leash, and all of the skills that a dog needs to have. Zeek has a gorgeous, smooth coat and a unique tri-color pattern that will make him a hit at the dog park. Zeek doesn’t herd and is essentially adaptable to any scenario: family with kids, with or without dogs, or a single parent. Zeke was neutered this week and is completely vaccinated.
If you are interested in adopting Zeek, please contact Zach at 661-972-3852 or email zach@marleysmutts.com.
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This here lovely lady is Judy, and she is some sort of an American foxhound. Judy has a great story that begins with her running down the 14 freeway. Our good friend Elaine spotted her and was able to coax her into her car. Elaine passed her off to Animal Control who discovered that she was chipped! Letters were sent and phone calls were made, but nobody responded to the bulletin about a found hound dog. So, after three weeks of disappointment, waiting for her owners to come, we were finally able to pick her up. As I was checking her out at the pound, I got a call informing me that our good friend and all-around saintly human being, Judy Hare, had passed away after a valiant battle with cancer. It was a no brainer: we had to name our new girl Judy. We guess-ti-mate her to be between 2 and 3 years-old—she is also spayed, vaccinated and micro chipped.
If you are interested in adopting a terrific dog that loves fetch, stays by your side, is house-trained and whom you will fall madly in love with, then please contact Zach at 661-972-3852 or email zach@marleysmutts.com.
Meet Bubba the Wizard, a 1-½ year old, handsome hunk of a Great Pyrenees. We were going to name him Fabio because of his flowing locks and attractive persona, but feel he is too smart for that name and didn’t want him to endure the put-downs. Bubba comes from Bear Valley and, when his family lost their home , they had to move to a place that didn’t take large dogs. I’ve had a lot of Pyrenees up here at Marley’s Mutts (well over a dozen) and I can’t say that I’ve ever had one as lovable as Bubba. He is a big-time “leaner” which means he loves to press all of his weight up against you as if to say “you’re mine.” Leaning is a show of dominance and we try not to let them do that very often. Bubba has a very human presence about him, he’s very relatable—he almost seems like an old soul reincarnated. I call him the Wizard because he looks at you like he can read your mind and see into your soul–he’s like Gandolf from Lord of the Rings. You have to meet Bubba the Wizard in order to really appreciate him. He is going to be fixed and vaccinated this week, the 12th, and will be ready for adoption soon thereafter.
If you are interested in adopting a Wizard, please contact Zach at 661-972-3852 or email zach@marleysmutts.com.
Hi Zach,
Sammy seems to be adjusting well. We think she’s great and the husband is already spoiling her. Took her to the groomers today and everyone there loves her.
Thank you for choosing us to share our lives with this beautiful creature!
Harriet
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This tenacious tyke is Sonar and, as is plainly obvious, some scumbag cut his ears off with a crude, surgical implement—probably a knife or razor. I found Sonar at the Bakersfield Pound shortly after he was brought in. The awesome KCAC staff let me bring him up to Tehachapi immediately, which was crucial because severe open wounds like Sonar’s make a pup very susceptible to infection and disease. Dr. Anderson took a look at him and sent us home with antibiotics and instructions to keep his ears clean and treated. At first Sonar was a bit in shock, running a fever and incredibly scared. His apprehension has begun to dissolve and the other dogs here have not let him retreat into fear. Sonar has developed a great relationship with Ludwig (our 130 lb. Saint Bernard) and forged an adorable bond with Chloe, our Pit mix pup that we rescued from the same shelter. As I write this, the two of them keep me focused on my work by providing a constant background of play-banter, untying my shoelaces and chewing on my cell phone charger. Sonar will make a full recovery but will always bear the scars of his tormented past.
If you are interested in being a part of his glorious future, please contact Zach at 661-972-3852 or email zach@marleysmutts.com.
This little doll is Chloe and we rescued her from the Bakersfield Pound. Truthfully, we rescued her from in front of the pound from a gentleman who was trying to drop her off there. The pound is a dangerous place for puppies due to their vulnerability to disease and she would have had no chance of survival considering she is a lab/pit mix.
Chloe is about nine weeks old now and has really adapted well to our routine up here at the rescue. A couple of days after bringing her in, we added Sonar, a Rot pup that had his ears cut off with razor blades. Sonar was so scared and so hesitant of people but after Chloe got a hold of him, he has morphed into a normal dog. She is such a pleasant spirit with an infectious joy about her, that it can’t help but put a smile on your face. Chloe has begun her vaccination routine and is a healthy, vibrant little character, full of love to give. If you are interested in adopting our charismatic Chloe, please contact Zach at 661-972-3852 or email zach@marleysmutts.com.
Back by popular demand!
What began as a holiday fund-raiser for Marley’s Mutts has now been extended indefinitely thanks to the generosity of Josh Bradley.
Additionally, five of the galleries have been converted into a great 2012 business planner. Now you don’t have to decide which print to get: you can have them all, with proceeds going to your favorite dog rescue!
Here is your opportunity to own art-quality photographs and help Marley’s Mutts Dog Rescue at the same time.
Josh Bradley Photography is offering over 100 photos in a special gallery of photographs to friends of Marley’s Mutts, and 100% of the proceeds will go toward giving homeless dogs a second change at life.
This gallery is a one-stop shop for the prints. You can even have matting and framing done at the time of purchase to make a quick gift. In addition, we are offering gallery-quality canvas wraps of all the prints as well.
There are also some specialty items that you may want to look at: custom drink coasters and kitchen cutting boards that have your favorite images imprinted on them, along with mousepads for the office.
So find a gift for yourself or for friends and family and, at the same time, know that you are helping place a deserving dog in a new home.
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Sonar’s Story Goes Nationwide!
Examiner.com picked up Kelsey Thomas' story & interview with Zach and Sonar.
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Certified Pet Tech Instructor!
Zach Skow is a Certified Pet Tech Instructor.
Classes in CPR, rescue breathing, and first aid will be available at a future date.
