national samoyed rescue

Summer 2012 Volume 6, Issue 1

National Samoyed Rescue Helping Samoyeds, One Smile at A Time

About Samoyed About Samoyed About Samoyed About Samoyed

Rescue Rescue Rescue Rescue

• Samoyed rescue is about

picking up the pieces of

dogs that are forgotten,

abandoned, abused,

neglected.

• Rescue is complex as

each dog has special

needs from veterinary

care to socialization

skills.

• Preparing Samoyeds for

adoption takes time and

money and more impor-

tantly intentional assess-

ment, planning and train-

ing.

• Rescue work gets best

results when rescue

teams work together with

common purpose, expec-

tations and standards.

• Working together means

our Samoyeds will get

the best possible support

and care.

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We are just starting in to the second dec-ade of 2000. There are many things to look forward to in the coming year, but first I’d like to take a moment to thank all of those of you in rescue who did such a fine job of providing the care and hope that have brought new lives to 131 Samoyeds in 2010. I know it hasn’t been easy. Sometimes it’s been downright dif-ficult, frustrating and saddening. Costs have been up in rescue ($77,505.94 spent on care for rescues), donations have been down and the volunteer base has been harder than ever to maintain and recruit, but you have all stuck in there and provided a lot of smiling Sam-mie faces with a real reason to smile—a new home. The yearend totals for Samo-yeds in rescue are printed in a separate article in this issue.

We have been working very hard to up-date our main website (http://www.samoyedrescue.org) that links with our affiliated rescues. Like other Samoyed websites, the SCA and SCARF in particular, we are striving to serve Samoyeds and those people who wish to learn about them and maybe in the process put a rescue Samoyed in their life. By adding more “about the Samoyed” topics and a frequently asked questions section we are hoping to make the general public more aware of what the Samoyed is all about, while at the same time streamlining and making the website easier to navigate.

While on the internet, check out our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/groups/samoyedrescue/. In the age of social networking it has almost become a must, even for groups, in letting people know who you are and what you are about.

This is so important for groups. I foresee rescues communicating better and quicker, videos about dogs in rescue and rescue activities being sent out to those who might be interested in adopting or volunteering for rescue. I see nothing but a win-win situation using Facebook to network.

We are in the midst of working on our “Sussie Memorial Fundraiser.” Our knit-ters are finishing up items made out of handspun Samoyed hair yarn. We have amazing items like scarves, hats, a shawl that is absolutely awesome and many other items that will be going up for sale later this year.

A new project we are starting and hope-fully will continue each year—a Samoyed Quilt. We have begun the process of finding quilters and designers who might be willing to supply their talents and ef-forts to bring to you, by next winter, a quilt that can proudly grace your home. More information coming to you as the process progresses.

So that’s it for looking ahead to what will be happening in rescue. In the meantime I hope you all enjoy the stories and arti-cles we humbly provide for you in this issue.

Samoyeds Helped 2010

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Samoyeds Helped 2011

3

Rescues at the Nationals

4-5

Featured Rescue: St. Louis Samoyed Rescue

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NSR Benefit: Reid 7

National Rescue Parade 2010

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Leash Holders: NSR Fund Raiser

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Looking Ahead To More By Jim Becklund

THE WOLF CREDO

By Del Goetz

Respect the elders Teach the young Cooperate with the pack Play when you can Hunt when you must Rest in between Share your affections Voice your feelings Leave your mark


Central Florida Samoyed Rescue

www. FLSamoyedRescue.org Deleware Valley Samoyed Recue

[email protected] Harnessed to Hope Northern Breed Rescue

www.nbrescue.com Michigan Samoyed Rescue

www.michigansamoyedrescue.org Minuteman Samoyed Rescue

www.doghows.org/flash/mscr New Mexico Samoyed Rescue

[email protected] Northern California Sled Dog

www.NorSled.org Northern Illinois Samoyed Assistance

www.nisasamoyedrescue.org

AffiliatesAffiliatesAffiliatesAffiliates

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Your expertise and knowledge is always greatly appreciated. We, with the NSR Bulletin staff, are always looking for contributions to this newsletter. Rescue articles are important to us but articles about the breed and your thoughts are always welcome just send them to us.

Each year our rescues are asked to compile some of the totals of the Samo-yeds they have worked long and hard to see that they have new families and new lives. These are the totals for these Samoyeds and the rescues who work so long and so hard to help them:

♥ Samoyeds still in Rescue from 2009: Males—21, Females—12 for a total of 33

♥ Samoyeds that came under the care of rescue in 2010: Males—85, Females—46 for a total of 131

♥ Adoption Totals (Samoyeds successfully starting a new life): 107 ♥ Samoyeds who (unfortunately) passed away or euthanized while under

the care of rescue: 11 Here’s wishing them peace at the Rainbow Bridge.

♥ Samoyeds who didn’t quite make it in what rescue thought was the right home and returned: 4

♥ Samoyeds who were either transferred to another rescue or were able to go back to their original owner: 10

Throughout the year rescue works hard to provide the proper medical and other care that makes it possible for rescue Samoyeds to have a great life. Sometimes there are major medical procedures that cost a great deal, even with compassionate veterinarians and animal hospitals. Other times it simply has to do with using boarding kennels/training facilities/groomers to help them along that road. In 2010 rescue spent a total of $77,505.94 to see that there Sammies were on their way to that new life.

On the average rescue spent $591.65 for dogs in their system.

This total is a little misleading because some dogs required major medical at-tention or long term boarding/training that cost rescues hundreds if not thou-sands of dollars. Some dogs came in to rescue in relative good health and easily adopted out after only needing an update of vaccinations or spay/neuter and microchip implant. It seems that every rescue had at least one dog that required an extra amount of medical care or training that cost much more than the adoption fee. Note: I am proud to be affiliated with a group of rescuers who devote a great deal of their time and effort to seeing that Samoyeds, homeless, neglected and in need, are able to find a new home, new life and renewed purpose in their life.

Samoyeds Helped By Rescue 2010 Totals from all affiliated rescues

Compiled by Jim Becklund

Volume 6, Issue 1 Helping Samoyeds, One Smile At A Time

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Samoyed Rescue Club of Central Arizona

www.azsammyrescue.org

Samoyed Rescue of Southern California

www.socalsamoyed rescue.org

San Francisco Samoyed Rescue

www.sfsr.org

St. Louis Samoyed Rescue

www.stlsamrescue.org

Tarheel Samoyed Rescue

[email protected]

Western Canada Samoyed Club Rescue

www.westcansams.com Wonderland Samoyed Safe Haven

www.wssh.org

RESCUE PIN: RESCUED SAMS ROCK!

"Isn't it cute!“ Check out the new rescue pin. Quantities are limited so order up fast. Cost is $7 each to individuals and $3 each for rescue. Why not order some to sell to your members or give as awards? Contact Sandy Phifer at

[email protected].

Samoyeds Helped By Rescue 2011 Totals from all 16 affiliated rescues

Compiled by Jim Becklund

♥ Number of Dogs in Rescue as of January 1, 2011: Total-- 43 (Males 24/ Females 19)

♥ Number of Dogs entering Rescue January 1 and December 31, 2011:

Total--112 (Males 68/ Females 44)

♥ Total number of Samoyeds handled by Rescue in 2011: Total-- 155

♥ Number of Dogs gone to their forever homes in 2011: Total-- 113

♥ Number of Dogs who were returned to rescue in 2011: Total--7

♥ Number of Dogs who passed away while in rescue in 2011: Total--3

♥ Number of Dogs transferred to other rescues in 2011: Total—1

Total Expenses incurred by rescue for care of their dogs in 2011: $64,663.02

Average Cost per Dog: $417.18 The total of dogs entering rescue in 2011 looks to be about the same as in the past two years. The average cost of care for these dogs has gone up slightly over last year. The adoption fee for rescue runs from $150 to $300 each. There are still 39 deserving Samoyeds in rescue who are looking for that new home.


Important Information to keep on hand

ο Home Again (1-866-738-4324),

ο AKC Companion Animal Recovery (1-800-252-7894),

ο Avid (1-800-336-2843)

ο 24PetWatch (1-866-957-2424)

ο Tattoo-a-Pet (1-800-TATTOOS), NY (718)646-8200),

ο National Dog Registry (800 NDR-DOGS),

ο I. D. Pet (1-800-243-9147, CT 203-327-3157), and Canadian Kennel Club (416-675-5511) Breeder/Owner section as many Canadian-born dogs are in the U.S.

ο Midwest Missing Pet Network: http://www.doginfomat.com/mpn/index.htm

ο Missing Pet Network: http://www.missingpet.net/index.html

ο Dog Detective Network: http://www.dogdetective.com/index.cfm

NSR Staff President: Jim Becklund [email protected] Recording Secretary: Sandy Phifer [email protected] Treasurer: Marsha Hahn [email protected]

Board Members: Lori Chapek-Carleton [email protected]

Tom Delaney [email protected]

Anne Gannon [email protected] Carol Kinne [email protected] Jackie Parchman [email protected]

Bob Wackerman [email protected]

NSR Bulletin Staff: Publisher: Jim Becklund [email protected]

Editor: Joanne Skidmore [email protected]

Bulletin Coordinator: Jean Gilles [email protected]

Rescues at the National

Rescue booth: (L to R) Danielle Buchheister, chair of rescue activi-ties and booth, Mid-Atlantic Samoyed Rescue; Jackie Parchman and Carolyn Herkstroeter, St. Louis Samoyed Rescue; and Harold and Pat Bakken, Playing it Again Sams, Wisconsin.


Rescues at the National The Samoyed Club of America held its annual spe-cialty the last week of October 2010 in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. The Samoyed Rescue booth was staffed and had items to sell from NSR, Mid-Atlantic Samoyed Rescue (represented by Danielle Buchheister), Michigan Samoyed Rescue (represented by Lori Chapek-Carleton), Playing It Again Sams from Wisconsin (represented by Harold and Pat Bakken), Denver Samoyed Rescue (represented by Thalia Peletis and Pam Arnold), and St. Louis Samoyed Rescue (represented by Carolyn Herkstroeter and Jackie Parchman. Danielle was chairperson for the booth. Since those of us who were there would not usually have a chance to meet other rescue groups, we com-pared notes on how many dogs we had rescued in the past year, costs for their care and in general what procedures we use to keep our organizations running efficiently. It was a special pleasure to get ac-quainted. Danielle had planned a rescue parade which was to be held at noon on Friday and in which each dog would have walked around a show ring with its owner while its biography was being read. However, due to time constraints, that was not possible, so Dani took pictures of those who were still in attendance later in the day, and gave each one a special bag of goodies and a beautiful rosette. Dogs who were registered to participate in the parade were Samoyeds: ♥ Mindy and Sammy D, Carolyn Herkstroeter, St.

Louis ♥ Margo, Carl Herkstroeter, St. Louis ♥ Spirit, Jake, and Zombie, Stan and Donna Nie-

mann, St. Louis ♥ Sammi Sue and Nancy Green, North Carolina, ♥ Rebel, a beautiful biscuit-coated boy, and Kathy ♥ Toro, a Samoyed/Finnish Lapphund mix, and

Janet. The Rescue Silent Auction was also held on Friday closing at 5 p.m. just prior to the SCA auction ban-quet. There were many items for up for bidding, and I think all the rescues that participated were pleased with their earnings.

Following are the brags for several of the rescue dogs and owners who showed in various events at the Spe-cialty. ♥ Sadie, CDX, owned by Pam Arnold, Denver

Samoyed Rescue, also in agility. ♥ Margo, TT, CGC, TDI, owned by Carl Herkstoeter,

St. Louis, Rally Obedience Advanced, leg 1, third place; Novice B Obedience, leg 1, third place.

♥ Mindy, TT, CGC, TDI, owned by Carolyn Herkstro-eter, St. Louis, Rally Novice, leg 2.

♥ Sammy D, TT, CGC, TDI, owned by Carolyn Herkstroeter, St. Louis. (Sammy D did not show in obedience because he is afraid of men judges.)

♥ Zombie,owned by Stan and Donna Niemann, St. Louis, first place, novice weight pull, over 77 lb. class. (Zombie’s house-mate, Spirit, took second place in the novice weight pull in 2009 in a lower weight class.)

Donna and Stan Niemann (St. Louis) with one of their three rescue dogs, Zombie, who won the novice weight pull in his weight class.

Carl Herkstroeter (St. Louis) and rescue Margo, who took third place in both nov-ice B Obedience and Rally Avanced.


Featured Rescue: St. Louis Samoyed Rescue (SLSR) Mary C. Riggs

I believe that St. Louis Samoyed Rescue goes back as far as the early 1980’s. At that time, as did many rescue groups, it functioned without by-laws or a con-stitution and its only caveat was to “find the dogs a loving forever home.” As the years went by, the or-ganization grew, not so much in size, as in experience and expertise. Now we have not only by-laws and constitution, but adoption and foster contracts, re-lease forms, home-check forms, vet records, and at least a dozen other forms that allow us to run SLSR efficiently and, we hope, effectively. Our fundraisers have become more profitable as well: the Canine Games with the Spirit of St. Louis Samoyed Club, gift wrapping for bookstores at Christmas, a trivia night, a show and go, participating in the rescue booth at most Samoyed Club of America specialties, and smaller events such as meet and greets and adoption days. I personally became aware of St. Louis Samoyed Rescue when I adopted Suli after the loss of my be-loved 13-year-old female Samoyed, Cotton. Suli was a household reject kept in the yard without access to the home and the family. Only because the wife adored him was he allowed inside--but only in the kitchen—and that was much to the chagrin of the hus-band. Even contact with the kids was limited and fi-nally the husband put his foot down, and Suli became a “ward of the world” as it were. Luckily, I found that world and within a short time traveled home with the 5-year-old large male. Suli settled in quite nicely with the already established one dog/one cat household. All went along swimmingly until that fateful day in March 2004 when the gate was left ajar for a ten-minute window. I never saw him again. I spent days/nights combing the neighborhood, putting up signs, calling out his name, answering inquires to my “lost

dog” ad, even consulting a ‘medium’ but to no avail despite the offered reward. All the above was en-couraged by this small group of white dog devotees who were Samoyed Rescue--one of whom personally guided me in the ways of finding lost dogs. Countless tearful phone calls were listened to, gentled, guided and comforted, and, after fruitless months of search-ing I began to face the reality that Suli was gone. At that point, I was asked to come to attend a meeting of the St. Louis Samoyed Rescue group, and of course I attended if for no other reason than to meet my “benefactor” who had offered unstinting support and guidance thru my travail. Within a very short time I was attending meetings regularly and became a member, then a Board Member, then Secretary and ultimately to today’s position of President. When NSR asked for a blurb about our history, I did some research of old files. I found typewritten notes from the 1984 November 3 and December 4 meetings of the St. Louis Samoyed and Siberian Rescue Group. I began reading the history and was struck by the familiarity and consistency of the group’s needs: fundraising, foster homes, expansion of the member-ship/board to ensure existence and growth. Twenty-six years later those same needs are high on our pri-ority list with the added proviso that we attract younger people to our group. I wonder if all small res-cue groups are faced with the same concerns and if there are answers we haven’t considered. One option we hope to explore is joining with other small groups to enhance our numbers and exposure. We’re on a mission to host more fundraisers, to expand our mem-bership and attract younger members to guarantee that SLSR remains a viable part of the national pic-ture.

New Book Featuring Dogs from St. Louis Samoyed Rescue (SLSR) and Northern California Sled Dogs (NorSled)!

Special news to announce, essays written by 3 SLSR members, Susan Wheeler, Carolyn Herkstroeter, and Suzanne Devaney have been selected for publication in a new book titled, “Lost Souls: Found! Inspiring Stories About Northern-Breed Dogs.” Happy Tails Books shares part of the proceeds from their publications with animal rescue groups. Order your copy through June 15, and either SLSR or NorSled will receive a double donation from the publisher! (Mention one or the other on the order screen for the credit to be applied.) http://www.happytailsbooks.com/books/dog-breeds-m-z/northern-breeds/

Annie has graciously donated her wonderful prints "The Cherished Samoyed", "The Affectionate Samoyed", and "The Complete Samoyed" to be sold with all the proceeds going to rescue. You not only get a wonderful print, but you will also help a Samoyed in need. Each print is $65. Congratulations to Annie! "The Complete Samoyed" won first prize at the Art Show at the Samoyed Club of America 2007 National Specialty!

PLEASE MAKE YOUR CHECK OR MONEY ORDER PAYABLE TO: NATIONAL SAMOYED RESCUE Credit card accepted, email first

Questions? Concerns? Please e-mail: [email protected]

Or telephone: 860-668-7637 Shipping: usually within 3 weeks of receipt of your order,

Thank you for your order and for supporting National Samoyed Rescue. Clockwise: Cherished Samoyed; The Affectionate Samoyed; The Com-plete Samoyed.

Annie Reid Prints Benefit NSR


“The Welcoming Samoyed” This newest Annie Reid print took first place at this year’s National Specialty (Professional Di-vision).

Congratulations to Annie and thank you for do-nating the proceeds to rescue.


2010 National Rescue Parade Danielle

Thank you for visiting our National Rescue NOT Parade. I hope you enjoy the bio's and pictures of the rescue dogs and the wonderful people who adopted them who travelled so many miles to participate in an event that never happened due to a very slow judge and general “bs”. I also want to extend a special thank you to those who donated to the gift package. Those folks are listed below.

Special Thanks To: Ron and Kathy Manor Denver Samoyed Rescue Helen Smith Diane Dings MidAtlantic Samoyed Rescue Buckeye Samoyed Rescue

REBEL & KATHY Rebel is 9½ years old and came from Georgia Samoyed Rescue Rebel's Story: Now an elder statesman, Rebel Beauregard the biscuit-coated Samoyed makes his third appearance at the Samoyed National Specialty in 2010. This Christmas, Rebel will celebrate his 10th birthday. Now, with a CGC and RN behind his name, this Rebel continues to work towards his Rally Advanced and herding titles. However, with a major tran-sition in his pack structure last year, Rebel showed his Mom, Kathy the meaning of unconditional love. Standing by her side as they started a new life together and continue to work towards overcoming Kathy's health ob-stacles, Rebel has proven himself to be a pillar of furry strength. It is hard to believe that as a young puppy, Rebel was given away because "he barked too much and the neighbors complained". This pup was sent to an all-breed rescue originally where no one came to see him for four months. Now, the world has taken notice of Rebel, with his Sammy Smile, his love to work for his people, food and of course, his facebook updates. While he may not have a multi-tude of titles behind his name or achieved all he could have in life, it is in his job as companion where he truly shines. For that, Kathy feels blessed to know that she has been not just owned by a Samoyed, but by Rebel Beauregard, the biscuit-coated Samoyed.

TORO & JANET Toro is 11 years old and came from MASR and Buckeye Samoyed Rescue Toro's story: Toro is a Finnish lapphund/Samoyed mix. He was rescued by MASR who saved him from a collector. MASR sent him to Marietta Riley at Buckeye Samoyed Rescue who then allowed me to adopt him. He came a long way to be with me and I will forever be grateful to anyone who helped make that happen! He has the most gentle heart and soul of any dog I've ever owned. One of my favorite stories about Toro is the day I actually got him. Marietta brought him and Kalli over to the house (Kalli was a full blooded Samoyed rescue who was only with us 2 short years before she went to the Rainbow Bridge at the age of 12). Both Toro and Kalli were checking their new home out and he had disap-peared into another room, all of a sudden he came running down the hallway with a new roll of toilet paper in his mouth, tail wagging, beautiful smile on his face, ever so happy as if to say "hey mom, look what I found". My heart just melted, he was so adorable and it was just proof of his sweet, funny and happy nature

Want to highlight your rescue group? All you have to do is answer a few questions and send in a photo or two. For details, email Joanne at

[email protected] Note: this is a new email address


Letters To The Editors: We value our readers insights. If, you would like to email a letter to us feel free to do so by emailing us at [email protected] for publication in the next issue. Do to space con-straints, please, keep your comments brief (maximum 100 words) and please sign your letter. Unsigned letters will not be published.

2010 National Rescue Parade SAMMY D, MINDY, and MARGO with CAROLYN and CARL Sammy D is 7 years old and came from St. Louis Samoyed Rescue Sammy D's story: Sammy D was picked up as a stray, placed through Samoyed Rescue with an elderly couple who had recently lost their Samoyed. Because Sammy D seemed to be a quiet, gentle, wise dog, and because this couple had Samoyeds before, SLSR deemed Sammy D the right dog for them, espe-cially because Mr. Davis was in depression after loosing Sammy Davis Jr the 3rd; his doctor recommended he get another dog--Sammy Davis Jr the 4th. After 6 months, Mr. Davis, age 90, had a stroke and went into a nurs-ing home. We received a call on a cold January day that Mrs. Davis had fallen; the paramedics had left Sammy in the back yard and that Rescue should go get him. We brought him home to foster but sadly, Mr. Davis died and Mrs. Davis had to go into assisted living. We had recently lost our beloved Sunny and although we did not feel ready for another dog, when Sammy D needed us, we found that we needed him. We have had Sammy D 2 1/2 years. He brings us much joy, as he brought happiness to Mr. Davis, and he still gets to visit Mrs. Davis. Mindy is 7 years old and came from a shelter in Springfield, IL Mindy's story: Mindy is the second dog we brought home to foster, 6 months after Sammy D came to us, 3 months after we lost Thumper at age 15. JUST TO FOSTER! because Carl was looking for a young female. When Carl found the girl he was looking for I asked "what should we do with Mindy?" “Oh, we've had 3 dogs before. We'll adopt her too!" Mindy is sweet and silly at times, gentle and tolerant of that bratty Margo, very much a house-dog who wants to be near us, a therapy dog, drill team participant and going for a rally novice title. She likes to steal food from counter tops, pounce at the kitty, and will nearly stand on her head for treats. Mindy captured our hearts and we have never regretted our decision to keep her. Margo is 3 years old and came from St. Louis Samoyed Rescue Margo's Story: Margo came to us 2 years ago just prior to the Samoyed Nationals in Topeka. She was very matted and had to be shaved. As part of the rescue booth team Margo was very popular, everybody wanted to see our naked Sammy. Since then her coat as grown back and she turned out to be a very handsome Sammy. Since living with Carl & Carolyn and her best friends Sammy D and Mindy, Margo has earned 4 ti-tles: CGC, TDI, TT & RN.


SPIRIT, JAKE, & ZOMBIE with Donna and Stan Zombie is 5 years old and came from St. Louis Samoyed Rescue Zombie's Story: We picked Zombie up from St. Louis Samoyed Rescue last November 1. He originally came to them from Memphis and had mainly been an outside dog. Because of this he really doesn't like enclosed spaces. As soon as a door is open, he has to go through it. But the worst example is from last March when he dug out from under the backyard fence. It took us 90 min-utes to get him back but we finally did! He also loves to chew paper. And he jumped onto the bed with a 5 lb. dumbbell in his mouth like he had found a new chew toy. We also suspect him of eating a candle. I don't have enough space to list all of his adventures. Suffice it to say, he really has calmed =own a lot since we got him. His favorite movie--Marley and Me. Update: Zombie won his weight class at the nationals in novice weight pull.

Spirit is 6 years old and came from St. Louis Samoyed Rescue Spirit's Story: Spirit is 6 years old. We picked her up from St. Louis Samoyed Rescue in September of 2005. She was only 13 months old, so she was in the middle of teething and proceeded to chew everything she could get hold of. Espe-cially wood. Stan started calling her a little termite. She enjoys lure coursing at the Canine Games each Fall and has ac-tually caught the lure twice. Spirit has her Temperament Test title. Her favorite movie is Scooby Doo--Monsters Unleashed. Jake is 12 years old and came from St. Louis Samoyed Rescue Jake's Story: Jake is 12 years old. We picked him up from St. Louis Samoyed Rescue 7 years ago on Valentine's Day. He stole our hearts when we sat on the couch of the lady who had been fostering him and he walked right over and put his head in our laps. It was like he was saying, "I'm coming with you." Jake has received his Temperament Test title, Ca-nine Good Citizen and Therapy Dog Certification. His favorite movie is Snow Dogs.

SAMMI and NANCY

Sammi is 7 years old and came from Tarheel Samoyed Club Rescue

Sammi's Story: Sammi was whelped May 18, 2003 at Q D Kennel in Frankfort, Missouri. On July 15, not quite two months old, Sammi was transferred to a transporter and trucked for seven days ending in a Pet Land store in Florence, Kentucky. For three months that store cage was her home. Sammi was five months old when she was finally purchased and taken to a home in Florida. By January 2004, she was hospitalized with a back injury from a kick. Her first birthday found Sammi in the sand hills area of North Carolina. Sammi's owner contacted Tarheel Samo-yed Club Rescue saying Sammi was in terrible pain and the owner could not afford vet care. Thankfully, Sammi was signed over to rescue and transported to our Conover, NC home for foster care. She was a small girl, too thin and with a flat dull coat, but happy and full of bounce. Sammi decided this was her forever home. She has taught more than 20 fosters the rules and restored their spirits while they wait for forever homes like hers. So many fosters came named Sammy that she is now known as Sammi Sue. She earned the nickname "Sassy" and fills my heart with smiles every day. Now we are part of that miracle of giving fosters a second chance. One of these is extra special! Thanks to St. Louis Samoyed Rescue and Tarheel Samoyed Club Rescue, we went to MO. and got Sammi's mother Ginger IV, who was finally surrendered by the puppy miller in MO. Each year we are blessed to open our yard and home to former fosters and friends in rescue. The tradition has become known as Sammi Sue's Southern Yard Pawty. How sad there are many puppies starting on the same sad journey Sammi survived. What a wonderful spirit Samoyeds have! And what wonderful people love and care for these unfortunate ones through rescue! Bless you all.

2010 National Rescue Parade

National Samoyed Rescue, Inc.

3279 Hitching Post Road—#52

Dewitt, MI 48820

Phone: 517-669-3020

E-mail: [email protected]

Web: www.samoyedrescue.org.

National Samoyed Rescue, Inc

Helping Samoyeds, One Smile at A Time

Mission Statement The mission of National Samoyed Rescue is to provide resources, support and guidance to

assist rescuers, regional breed club, breeders and fanciers in order to promote the humane and effective rescue of Samoyeds in need.

Come see what National Samoyed Rescue is really all about. Visit us through our website at: http://www.samoyedrescue.org. You are invited to chat with us on our Forums (open to the entire Samoyed Com-munity), and get to know your regional NSR Affiliated Rescues: If for any reason you want to contact the National Samoyed Rescue Board you may do so by email to: [email protected].

If you know of a Samoyed in need contact [email protected]. A staff of corresponding secretaries working on a two month rotation will transfer your concerns to the closest affiliated Rescue.

Remember that each and everyone of us are volunteering our “free” time to help the Samoyeds so please bear with us. We will get back to you as soon as we are able.

Central Florida Samoyed Rescue, Inc. Delaware Valley Samoyed Rescue Harnessed to Hope Northern Breed Rescue Michigan Samoyed Rescue Minuteman Samoyed Club Rescue New Mexico Samoyed Rescue Northern California Sled Dog Rescue

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