Saturday, February 14, 2009 Happy Valentine's Day!!!! The BEST is yet to come.. "I have learned that LOVE , not time, heals all wounds" -Andy Rooney I'm swamped but didn't want to go without posting something today!!! This beautiful pup is "Mister Omar Cupcake".   A male Terrier/mix, approximately 8-10 months old.  A total KISSER!!!   In your face, I love you man!!  Perfect for Valentines day!!! This is his real photo, my friend & fabulously talented photographer/artist "Jill Beninato" dolled it up for me. Jill will be joining our creative crew here at "A Place To Bark".   Her title will be: Official Puperatize Doggie Diva:) Also joining us will be: Suzi Blu and GiGi too!!! Suzi will be our "Media Maven" to help me, bring you better videos..  So you don't have to turn your head sideways to watch:) She is a fabulous gal, I'm blessed to call friend!!   We're actually planning a class, later this year on the road teaching together!!! "Bijoux Voodoo" will be a painting class, taught in Louisiana, more details will follow!   Check out Suzi's newest Western Video, starring "GiGi" the Wonder Dog!!! We all come together for animal in need & why not make it fun:) One of our plans is to do a really fun Zine.  Where art & animals unite! Send submissions to: aplacetobark@mac.com Sooo many new exciting changes are being planned by Claudine, myself & the creative crew !!! We will also be announcing our much needed capital fundraising campaign for the year, details TOMORROW!!! It's been a tough road getting this far & together we have done so much!!! What are the chances, pretty much against all odds... We should all be so proud:)  I know I am.. In "2008" we rescued 502 dogs & 46 cats.   Their lives were saved because we all came together & cared!!   What is a better Valentines present than that:) We would like to do more for animals in need, especially now when times are hardest financially on people & pets have no where to go:(   So we will be asking for your help & to join our army of artist & animal lover!!! Subscribing to our blog, will link us all together, to show our power in numbers. One of our idea's so you feel more involved is once we finish the shelter,  we want to put a live cam in so you can be a part of daily goings on here.   Whatcha Think???  Want to see rescued, puppies & dogs live??? Would Love to hear your thoughts:) HAPPY VALENTINES DAY FROM ALL OF US HERE!!! YOU'VE HELPED US SAVE MANY LIVES... XOXOXOXO MUCH LOVE & BLESSINGS TO YOU,  BERNIE :: posted @ 7:25 AM by Bernie Berlin:: COMMENTS: If there is anyone that can find you a forever home it is Bernie. She is the best. She will get you all healthy and looking and feeling your best.Mr. Jeff will teach you all about hugs and sitting in a nice lap. These two will have you ready to find the best forever home. Thanks Mr Jeff and Miz Bernie for all you do. Blessings to both of you. Nancy A. # posted by  Anonymous : February 14, 2009 9:47 AM   I wrote a fiction (sort of) about my dog Pebbles (now gone to dog heaven) and gravity (thanks Einstein and Newton). I think you might like it. Where can I send it? Matthew # posted by  Anonymous : February 14, 2009 1:40 PM   Happy LOve Day Bern... You deserve lots of puppy kisses every day! BTW FYI, this link may be of interest to you re: gelding horses to prevent unwanted horse breeding... http://stalliontogeldingsupport.org/ It seems we have tons of low grade horses, and even high grade older ones, and ex race stock, being sent to canada and mexico constantly... people send their old/unwanted horses to the auction, and when cheap enough, get sold to kill buyers... sometimes sold by the pound! there's also a ton of hoarders disguised as rescues, but that's another story... you must have a ton down in Tenn. # posted by  Anonymous : February 14, 2009 2:52 PM   Happy Valentine's Day sweet Bernie. WE (Albie and I) love you! All the best, Holly # posted by  Holly Loves Art : February 14, 2009 4:18 PM   Hi Bernie, I found you the other day when you followed me on twitter. I'm an artist who loves to paint dog portraits. You can check out some of my work on my blog. I want to help. I'd love to donate a custom pet portrait and/or original paintings of some of your shelter dogs to be auctioned off or sold in your fundraising efforts. Bless you and your staff for all the love and care you give to these beautiful animals. Hugs, Kathleen # posted by  Kathleen Coy : February 14, 2009 4:42 PM   Hey Mom, It's me, Scooter! Just wanted to send you and Jeff my Valentine's Day LOVE! The snow is FINALLY melting here in the cold northeast. Can you believe that I have gotten used to snow ...still working on the ice part though. I continue to be adored by all who meet me. I am a VERY happy pup. Diane and Grace send their love, too. I can't wait to see you this spring when you come up to visit Marie. Thanks for believing in me, healing me, and finding me the perfect forever family. XXXOOO SCOOTER # posted by  Anonymous : February 14, 2009 10:21 PM   Bernie, you are a miracle worker! Thank you for all that you DO! <3 Karen Pearlman in San Diego CA # posted by  KleoPatra : February 20, 2009 12:12 AM   I just saw the video that Suzi Blu did. I just know it will help. It is great. Nancy A. # posted by  Anonymous : February 20, 2009 9:01 AM   I didn't realise you knew Suzi Blu and have been watching her You Tube videos for ages ... it's so cool that you're going to be working together. I think you're doing an amazing thing for all those animals and hope it continues to be successful. I'm going to doing one of your classes in 2 weeks in Australia and am so excited. I'm also in a swap through ATC World where we go through all the techniques in your book and just finished my first Dimensional Resin ATC ... feel free to visit my blog if you want to see how it turned out. Blessings to you too and I can't wait to meet you in sunny, hot Oz. Diana http://docobhthaigh.blogspot.com/ # posted by  Lady Di : February 28, 2009 3:03 AM   Post a Comment << Home

about me Name:Bernie Berlin From:Tennessee, United States I'm a mixed media artist specializing in Faberge Style Eggs, Author of "Artist Trading Card Workshop" and am currently working on 2 new books. I run a full-time dog rescue, taking in the dogs that have been abandoned, abused or police confiscated. I quarantine, foster, retrain, transport & adopt. Cats are also welcome at my rescue. I am drawn to the unwanted, unloved and misunderstood. Hoping to educate and effect change for the animals that do not have a voice of their own. Visit my web site at www.aplacetobark.com View my complete profile SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER!   what i'm doing right now follow A Place to Bark on Twitter how you can help latest videos Loading... more ways to help START USING GOOD SEARCH: A Place to Bark earns a penny every time you search the Internet using Good Search! So next time you want to search for something, click the link above! Thank you! ITEMS WE ARE IN NEED OF: Towels, blankets, toys, collars, leashes, crates, food, treats, very small baby bottles, milk replacement, bleach, 1 microscope, 1 baby scale, 1 stethoscope, muzzles, pet beds. SHIP ITEMS TO: Bernie Berlin "A Place To Bark" PO BOX 649 Portland, TN 37148 615-681-2631 Every little bit helps, it is ALL appreciated!! All donations are tax deductible. A Place to Bark is a 501(c)(3) registered non-profit, tax-exempt charitable organization. Donations are tax deductible. All monies and items go directly to the care of the animals. Donations can also be made directly to help with medical cost for " A Place To Bark": The Critter Clinic Clinic 522 W. Main Street Gallatin, TN 37066 615-452-1477 Saukville Veterinary Clinic 303 W. Dekora Saukville, WI 53080 262-284-7000 Any U.S. Bank Location Just tell the teller that you would like to make a donation to "A Place To Bark Inc." Checks or Credit Card donations accepted Thank You! video about my rescue registered non-profit A Place to Bark is a 501(c)(3) registered non-profit, tax-exempt charitable organization. Donations are tax deductible. products T SHIRTS AND MORE! Support rescued animals -- shop at A Place to Bark's NEW CafePress Store! ARTIST SUPPLIES Bernie has created amazing clip art sheets to use in your art and craft projects from her stash of vintage images. •collage sheet set 1 •collage sheet set 2 All proceeds go toward the care of the animals. BOOKS Bernie's NEW Book! Now available from Amazon.com! Buy any book from Amazon by clicking here and a percentage will benefit my rescued animals!! medical supplies needed DOG MEDICAL SUPPLIES NEEDED: • Duramune Max 5-CvK Distemper/Parvo Vaccine $94.99 • Monoject Needles 71-645 3cc RL - 22x3/4- Box/100 $12.99 • Progard KC Bordatella Vaccine $52.99 • Panacur C-dewormer $4.89 • Frontline CAT MEDICAL SUPPLIES NEEDED: • Eclipse 4 (Box of 25 Doses) $39.99 • Syringe with Needle 71-802 25x5/8 LL, Box/100$14.99 previous posts What's New At the Zoo.. Many new faces to share wi... New Year, New Faces On The Campaign Trail with: The Perfect Dog for th... The Perfect Rescued Puppy for: The Obama Family Giving Thanks!!! "Linked By Love Auction" Artists Saving The Lives ... A Special Situation: Rescue Confiscation DOGS RULE FAT Book ENDING VERY SOON!!!! Did you hear?? The DOGS RULE Auction is LIVE!!!! 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