Friday, May 29, 2009 Crazy Busy... "Dogs are our link to paradise.  They don't know evil or jealousy or discontent.  To sit with a dog on a hillside on a glorious afternoon is to be back in Eden, where doing nothing was not boring--it was peace." - Milan Kundera First: I am excited to announce, we have met our matching grant!!!   So we have been able to pay down some of our vet bills...  There is still much, much, more to pay, but at least we are on our way:) We just have to keep the FAITH and continue on!!!  Second: If you have wondered.. Where in the world have I disappeared to???   Well... I've been busy beyond words!!! Dogs, lots of dogs!!!  Cats & kittens & real work that pays the bills.  Thank goodness I can work at nite, while the critters sleep.  Non stop more so than usual, truly not sleeping much, working harder than I ever had before, but all for a great cause with our vision is coming to fruition!!! In addition to our regular amount of incoming dogs from animal control, we are also caring for 11 litters too.   Our journey of three and a half months with them is almost at an end...   Bitter/sweet, but sooooo, soooo, worth all the hard work!!! The 11 litters of puppies we have been fostering are from the puppymill confiscation done by the ASPCA back in February.  They are all healthy & of perfect weight to be fixed and will be up for adoption at Anti Cruelty Society in Chicago.   I leave to transport next week... So off I will go, on the road again!!! A few really cute pics of them to grown up!!!  More pictures of the pups & their moms in earlier posts of my blog.. Below are some of our new intakes from animal control. I am so Thankful for the Sheriff's Department being so cooperative with getting the animals to me.   They deliver many of them, so that I don't have to leave the house. We really have a great relationship with them and can't say enough good things about them! "Auggie" is a male Beagle, approximately 1-2 years of age.  Super friendly and loving!!! Of course loud talker as most Beagles are:) "Bitsy" is beside him.  A real ham for the camera.  She is a Terrier/mix.  Approximately 4-6 months old.  Found under a house with her sister.  "Brownie" is a Beagle/mix.  Busy, Busy, puppy!!! Approximately 12 weeks old. "Sunshine" is a female Boxer/Pit mix.  The BEST dog you will ever have.  Approximately 2-3 year of age.  Social with everyone and just the Biggest Love you will ever find!!! "Hobbs" is a male Beagle/mix, approximately 10-12 weeks old. Full of personality. "Simba" is a trickster as you can tell:)  He is a very small Husky/mix, about 35lbs.  Approximately 2-3 year of age.  Very Busy guy, loves to run! He also has two other siblings that came in with him. All just beautiful dogs. "Tallulah" is a female Foxhound. Approximately 3-5 years old.   The laziest most LOVING dog I have ever met!!!  Perfect with other dogs. For anyone who is waiting for an e-mail response, please be patient with me. I've been struggling with catching up on my e-mails.   I have been without Internet for almost 2 months and have to rely on going to town.   I do have my iPhone, which has kept me linked to my social networks, such as FaceBook and Twitter.  I hope to be caught up with everything by early July.   So please, I haven't forgotten you!!!   Just as always am taking care of large amount of animals and their care must & does come first..  Many, Many, new and exciting things to share with you on the horizon.  So stay tuned!!! Soooo, do you think the dogs are getting too comfortable at our house:) (((giggles))) Giveaways coming in the next blog post for commenting... :: posted @ 10:40 PM by Bernie Berlin:: COMMENTS: You are amazing Bernie, I don't know where you get all that energy from. The doggies look gorgeous, I wish I wasn't so far away. # posted by  Kasha Rolley : May 30, 2009 3:31 AM   Such cute babies :) And I'm glad you met your grant!! # posted by  Harley Dee : May 30, 2009 1:00 PM   You do such caring work! My husband and I are animal lovers, we have three dogs. I am so glad to hear you have met your matching grant. I have posted your donation blurb on my blog and hope that it has helped. Thank you for doing what you do- not sure I could do it. I would want to keep every dog! # posted by  Princess of glitter : May 30, 2009 6:57 PM   I can't begin to tell you how much I admire you. I only wish I could do more to help. Retired, living on SS, but still able to contribute a little. You are the most incredible lady in the world. Larry # posted by  Larry : May 31, 2009 12:30 PM   Hey Bernie--Looks like you have been super busy!!! Have a safe transport! hugs, Brenda # posted by  the glitzy gypsy : May 31, 2009 6:14 PM   What a beautiful choice of life work. Kisses to all the pups. # posted by  Drawn to The Sea : June 01, 2009 5:16 PM   Hi Bernie Congratulations on the Grant match!! That is wonderful news!!! Thanks for stopping by 2DogStudio, I appreciate your visit! # posted by  Anonymous : June 01, 2009 11:19 PM   Just FYI, the link to your cafe press store isn't working. When you get a chance, I'm sure people will be chomping at the bit for your products! :) ~Ashley # posted by  Anonymous : June 02, 2009 2:27 PM   Phew! Haven't been here for a while, still busy as ever I can see!!! I say AMEN to your Milan quote! I have been that fortunate to lay in a meadow on top of a hillside with a sweet companion, my Lucy Loose back in the day before I became allergic! SWEET memories my childhood! Tallulah reminded me of my dad's favorite dogs! He was always getting a new foxhound and taking them fox hunting up on the hill!!! LOL Thank GOD, YOU got that grant!!! God Bless YOU sweet gal, hubby and all your critters! # posted by  turquoise cro : June 02, 2009 4:13 PM   You are doing an amazing job and I thank you for it. We need more people like you who are willing to dedicate time to caring for the animals other people have thrown away. I hope you can find homes for each and every one of those fur babies! # posted by  Cheryl : June 07, 2009 10:03 AM   I am so glad you received your matching grant - You do so much good for those little ones that cannot speak for themselves. Every time I look at your blog - I want to drive up there and help - if I lived closer I would - so all I can do is donate money - which you probably need more than my help. # posted by  di : June 08, 2009 11:05 AM   Look at that wee baby on his head! # posted by  suzi blu : June 09, 2009 1:11 AM   I just want to eat Sunshine up!! Congrats on the grant and thanks for all the hard and selfless work you do. The world is a better place because of you! # posted by  Princess : June 09, 2009 11:46 AM   I absolutely love what you're doing. What a beautiful person you are. I COULD ONLY DREAM of being able to care for so many BUNDLES OF FUN. I've tried to find how to FOLLOW your blog and no success. If you could let me know - I would love to follow your blog and share what you do with everyone that I know and dont know. Thank you for being so great.. Kimberly & Bell # posted by  Kimberly : June 09, 2009 2:11 PM   I am a first time visitor, and will do all that I can to help spread the word - it looks like you have your hands full! # posted by  Life With Dogs : June 10, 2009 10:04 AM   OMG that last pic is SO CUTE!!! Bernie - when it comes time for us to adopt a pup - I'm coming to you! :) YOU ARE AMAZING! # posted by  Samaria Project : June 22, 2009 11:51 AM   Bless you over and over again for taking in all these precious beings. They are each unique and special and adorable and will get a new lot in life thanks to you Bernie :) Jaime # posted by  Thoughts : June 26, 2009 1:13 PM   Congratulations on receiving the grant Bernie.... you more than deserve it... Love the pics... admire you greatly for what you do for the animals... xoxo # posted by  Janine Davies : June 26, 2009 11:11 PM   Hello Mr. Jeffrey, I hope all is well with you. This is Eric, you former acquaintance, and I can't get over how lovely you look with a puppy on your head. I trust you are well loved. I am doing well here at home and it is nice to have some time to recapitulate my day to day and work affairs, prior to forging into work once again next week. I am mailing along a $40 check donation for your worthy cause. It is a standard amount I send to each of my worthy causes and being a Civil Engineer working for the state, it just happens to fit my budget considering the number or worthy causes I hope to help. If I ever intend to adopt a pup or two, I will definitely be in touch. I have 2 1/2 acres of woods in a lovely neighborhood out here in Kingston Springs and I have a part time dog named "Oreo" that lives back through the woods. She is a brilliant border collie. Since it is still just me; the bird feeder and squirrel feeder and a part time dog fit my lifestyle pretty well right now. Thank you for doing all that you do and having known you only a short while, I still perceived your consideration and humanity very reassuring. Take good care Mr. Jeffrey, Eric # posted by  Anonymous : August 06, 2009 1:33 PM   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 "Signs from Above" "TEN" To LIFE!!" A Place To Bark's Annual Fundraiser Busy Beyond Words.. Paws, Cause, Fabulous Photography & Give Away 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... 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