Tuesday, March 03, 2009 Paws, Cause, Fabulous Photography & Give Away "Falling in Love is Easy.. But staying in Love, is something Very Special" -Author Unknown (Photo by: Joe Frazz) The quote above really spoke to me..  Especially when I look at all these adorable pups. I worry about their future, because I have seen their past.. For many puppy mill pups that end up in pet stores, it is so easy to purchase a pet on impulse. Seeing their cute faces in the windows & cages. Not realizing where the pups originally came from or the conditions they were born into.   The money spent at the pet shop or the Internet bought puppy, is what millers consider a cash crop.  It puts more money than you can imagine, into the pockets of some who did not have the dogs best interest at heart.   I am reminded of this every time we take in dogs from puppy mill confiscation. I hope that if you are considering adopting one of these darlings, that you realize they are to be loved and cherished for their lifetime.. Not just the short time they are pups. My mind thinks about this every time I rescue a dog, who is so loving & good. That they were loved, snuggled and kissed as pups, but are now is a grown adult and given up or discarded.  These are a few thoughts that travel thru my mind daily.. Enough of my thoughts, I know they make you sad, but every now & then I do have to share a bit of my reality with you, for the sake of the animals & to help spread awareness. Now for the Good Stuff!!! Wowza!!!  Total cuteness:) These darlings are pulling thru, getting stronger everyday & will make it into adoptive home in the near future!!! I hope you enjoy their happy photos.. "Dumpling the Puggle & puppies" Close up of "Dumpling's" pups Little "Lambkins" pups, 2 of 3 My Blessed little "Soul"  "Willameena" weiner & her cocktail Weenies.. "Eenie, Meenie, Miney & Moe" "Ernestine's" pups My last post I'm sure was hard for many to read... I wish I did not have to post about such things or ask people to embrace their inner strength to view my blog, but it is a reality of life. Not a perfect world by any means, but it is the world we live in, our world. So we have to make the best out of what we have, continue on & hope for a better future.. Tomorrow is another day and the baby steps we take, to change the world little by little. Will help create a better tomorrow, for the animals in need!!! Speaking of a Better Tomorrow.. A dear friend of mine, who has been dedicated to rescued dogs, NEEDS OUR HELP to win "A Dream Assignment" contest. "The Day The Dogs Stood Still" A Photographic Journey of Life and Hope  (Photos by: Joe Frazz Photography) It is a contest where our votes could help him, help animals in need everywhere.   It costs nothing but a few minutes of your time to sign in & vote. I know it's a pain to do, but hey it could make a world of difference for an animal in need!!! And that is of the up most Importance, in my book:) We've done wonders together in the past, so I'm asking you now to help a friend make a dream come true... Joe Frazz is an Amazing Man, with a HUGE heart!!!   Not to mention one of our newest additions to our creative team here at "A Place To BArk". He will have a regular spot on our blog weekly with his photos and we'll have caption contests. Joe has donated time & photos to animals in need since "2005". Photographing animals at 3 local shelters where he lives, is a regular part of his life. Willing to give up a month, to follow his dream and raise awareness for animals in shelters across the country, by creating a Visual Anthology to share with the world. You can judge for yourself, his love for the animals...  A pictures speaks a thousand words!  This is how we can be a part of this project & help Joe win his "Dream Assignment". CLICK HERE  (Edit: Revised Easier Link) Sign up Log in Click the Pic It box to the left of the screen.   This is the most important step, other than registering: If you don't click the: Pic It box, it will not register & be counted. He is currently ranked 17 and we need to stay in the top 10. Leave a comment if you like, I'm sure Joe would LOVE to hear from you... All Done!!!  YOU DONE GOOD:)  Pass this along to other animals lovers asking them to vote.. The Dogs THANK YOU!!! For anyone leaving a comment here, you will automatically be entered to possibly win one of Joe's fabulous photo books.  "Good Dog!"  A book of friends.   44 pages of beautiful color photos & quotes.  Signed by the Author.   Leave a comment & you could win a copy.  Any comment will do!! For example: Go JOE!!!  LOVE Dogs, We Welcome you to A Place To Bark, etc... This book is a must see,  for anyone who loves dogs!!   We will be using a random number generator to pick the winner.  Winner will be picked Saturday March 7th at 11:00 p.m.   It's when I'll have a moment away from doggie duty:)   A limited amount of these books are available for purchase. Proceeds to benefit "A Place To Bark". $17.95 include shipping, will be available 3/20/09 Send payment via Paypal: aplacetobark@aol.com Please include: Purchase Good Dog Book and all mailing information, when ordering. Also, join Joe on FaceBook: Joseph Frazz, just message him  & say Bernie sent you. More news coming soon... EDIT: The winner of Joe Frazz's "Good Dog" Book is: Debra Quartermain.  Please send me your contact information to aplacetobark@mac.com and I will have it in the mail to you soon!!!  Thanks for the comments, love hearing from everyone:) :: posted @ 1:11 PM by Bernie Berlin:: COMMENTS: Best of luck on the book, Joe! Thank you so much for all that you do :) # posted by  Erica : March 03, 2009 9:14 PM   What a team you have Bernie! The moms & pups look great.....you are Wonder Woman & Joe well, what a guy, I'm on my way to vote! # posted by  Wisteria Cottage Arts : March 03, 2009 9:20 PM   Bernie, thank you so much for this post! Joe is an amazing photographer and I've been looking for others with these two interests: photography and a passion for the well-being of our four-legged pals. Do you happen to know if he got a Twitter presence? Thanks again! # posted by  Anonymous : March 03, 2009 9:25 PM   Ok...the book sounds great. But Bernie...please send me a little puppy! :) We'd love to take one of the Lambkins if you only lived closer!! Thanks for doing all you do! # posted by  Natalie Rush : March 03, 2009 9:26 PM   Joe, the pictures are great! I voted and hope my facebook friends will, too. Your dream assignment would yield a memorable collection. # posted by  Anonymous : March 03, 2009 9:31 PM   I voted for Joe...here's hoping he wins. # posted by  Unknown : March 03, 2009 9:32 PM   Polly and Sadie the rescue dogs and Cassis, Jefke, Hermes and Maya the rescue kittens say GO JOE! # posted by  modernemama : March 03, 2009 9:37 PM   Wonderful post and I wish Joe lots of luck! # posted by  Anonymous : March 03, 2009 9:48 PM   Beautiful photos, especially the one of Joe! # posted by  MichelleSG : March 03, 2009 9:51 PM   Looks like such lovely pictures! Good luck to him and to you all too! :) # posted by  Anonymous : March 03, 2009 9:51 PM   What hearts of gold you and Bernie have! Thank you! # posted by  Cable Photography : March 03, 2009 10:23 PM   Thank you so much for this post, the lovely photos, and most of all, for all the hard work you and yours put into helping these amazing animals! Thank you! # posted by  Annelie : March 03, 2009 10:32 PM   Love the pictures! :)Kim # posted by  Kim Rae Nugent : March 03, 2009 11:36 PM   Registering now to vote, what wonderful photos what a wonderful guy! anyone giving the voiceless a voice is ok in my book. I am a rescue dog, I was adopted by my furever family back in January 2008. I am forever grateful to the angels at the charity they saved my life and they found me a safe happy home. I just want the same for every pup, a happy and loving furever home. I will put a link to this post on my blog later I'm sure all my doggy pals (many of them rescues themselves) would love to vote for Joe too. love and tailwags, Ben xxxx # posted by  BenTheRotti : March 04, 2009 2:55 AM   You have an amazing eye and a god-sent dream. Good energy and vibes flowing your way as you take this journey for the animals. blessed paths for your feet! edie # posted by  Edie : March 04, 2009 4:25 AM   How are my little babies Myrtle and Turtle??? # posted by  Maija : March 04, 2009 8:51 AM   Good stuff Bernie, all good stuff. And Joe, I'll see you on Facebook! I'm sending the link to vote to all my dog lovin' friend. Good luck! # posted by  Val : March 04, 2009 4:00 PM   The love I receive from my "rescued" dogs is the best thing ever. Great work here! Thanks. # posted by  Chrisi : March 04, 2009 4:39 PM   I went in and voted for you (you now rank #7)...good luck, I really hope you win! It's a wonderful dream! # posted by  Kathryn Hansen : March 04, 2009 5:25 PM   I voted for him! # posted by  Anonymous : March 04, 2009 9:34 PM   I was happy to submit my vote and pass the word on to others. :) # posted by  Paula : March 05, 2009 12:43 PM   Hi there Those pups are just precious - make my heart smile Heading over to Joe's now - will add it to my blog too... Dawn # posted by  Dawn : March 05, 2009 3:05 PM   on my way to vote....anyone who helps in dog rescue is my hero! # posted by  zoesimm : March 05, 2009 6:01 PM   I'm happy to pass the word along - great pics! # posted by  Life With Dogs : March 05, 2009 11:44 PM   Great project, I'm all signed up and voted. Thanks for passing along the info, Bernie! # posted by  Kay : March 06, 2009 10:55 PM   Wonderful causes that benefit animals are the BEST causes of all. Thanks for ALL you do to help save & repair our little furry friends. # posted by  Subriagirl : March 07, 2009 6:49 AM   I will be posting about this on Funky Finds this Wednesday (March 11)! Jessica # posted by  Funky Finds : March 07, 2009 11:01 AM   Bernie I think its great that you do what you do. I know the animals appreciate it too, and they definitely feel the love. Sandie :) # posted by  Unknown : March 07, 2009 11:11 AM   Hello Bernie!I am going to vote for Joe!I loved the pupps!! # posted by  Belinha Fernandes : March 07, 2009 11:36 AM   I have great admiration for all you both do. Congrats on a amazing project and journey. # posted by  Cable Photography : March 07, 2009 11:37 AM   I voted!!!He does wonderfull photos!!!:) # posted by  Belinha Fernandes : March 07, 2009 11:47 AM   I voted for him today. He is currently in top 10, but needs several hundred votes to get to top spot. Will go post to twitter now. # posted by  rikkicat : March 07, 2009 6:48 PM   Voted and will pass along wherever I can. Guardian angels deserve all the help we can give! Welcome Joe to A Place to Bark, a piece of heaven on earth for furry friends! # posted by  Anonymous : March 07, 2009 10:07 PM   thanks Bernie for caring for God's creatures. you inspire many folks, check out http://sawmillstrays.blog.spot.com # posted by  bonniebluedenim : March 07, 2009 10:34 PM   you go, Joe! and Bernie, too. keep up the good work. from another artist and animal advocate - Kim Santini # posted by  Kimberly Kelly Santini : March 07, 2009 10:36 PM   Yay for rescue dogs! # posted by  Anonymous : March 07, 2009 10:47 PM   what awesome looking books # posted by  Laura Stewart : March 08, 2009 1:29 PM   It is a sad reality that you state so clearly about puppy mill dogs and grown up dogs too. Its so sad that when puppies grow up, people give them up because they aren't "cute babies" anymore. People can be so heartless. # posted by  Thoughts : March 16, 2009 11:33 AM   Such gorgeous photos and sweet, loving faces. Thank you for sharing. Holly & Albie (my rescue) # posted by  Holly Loves Art : March 16, 2009 8:12 PM   ok I'm loving this . You so need to stop by and visit me..grab my button and add my fluffy friend to your terrific blog!!!Loved the pictures they are FAB!! # posted by  Valerie : March 16, 2009 11:25 PM   Hi Bernie, thanks for letting use know about Joe's Dream Assignment in class over the weekend in Melbourne Australia ... I put in a vote and hope he wins. He's number 11 at the moment ... with 11 more votes he'll be in the number 10 position. # posted by  Lady Di : March 18, 2009 6:24 AM   hey chica! I voted and posted it on the Fiskateer message board! Hope it helps! # posted by  Arrow : March 19, 2009 11:45 AM   Wow,this is great,I'd be one to take each one of them home,lol.Great sight,Rebbeca sent me here and glad I came by. # posted by  Lisa's Scrap Site : March 19, 2009 11:47 AM   Done-will try to get my friends this one. # posted by  BethW : March 19, 2009 12:36 PM   Hi Bernie.... do you have any books left, if so, how much will shipping be downunder? xoxo Janine # posted by  Janine Davies : March 21, 2009 4:01 AM   Hi Bernie, I have just voted! Good Luck to you and Joe, The photos are amazing! It was so wonderful to meet you at the retreat Bernie. Best wishes Greta # posted by  Gretz : March 24, 2009 5:31 AM   your site is great. I love the pictures. great work you are doing! Lynda # posted by  The Journey : March 24, 2009 11:42 PM   great pictures! maryanne hoekman #5271 # posted by  maryanneh : March 25, 2009 10:41 AM   Love the photos. Thanks for sharing. I voted. Sondra #4936 BarefootProf@bellsouth.net # posted by  Sondra : March 25, 2009 11:18 AM   We are so happy to see that Captain Kissy Pants is with the bully group up for adoption. He has the sweetest face. Thank you for giving this little guy all the love he needed to go on to finding a loving home. You're an angel. Barb & Carl # posted by  Anonymous : March 29, 2009 8:28 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 Past the Storm, Into the Light... Happy Valentine's Day!!!! The BEST is yet to come.. 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 ... 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