tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81865890271594466552024-03-14T02:21:22.299-05:00Illinois Birddog Rescue DonationsWhen you bring a dog into your life, you begin a journey- a journey that will bring you more love and devotion than you have ever known; yet also tests your strength and courage.
If you allow, the journey will teach you many things about life, about yourself and most of all, about love.
You will come away changed forever, for one soul cannot touch another without leaving its mark. (quote from the essay "The Journey" by Crystal Ward Kent)Pathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06497123574279952106noreply@blogger.comBlogger97125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8186589027159446655.post-41948626412083558172012-06-03T19:36:00.002-05:002013-01-18T19:40:37.203-06:00Wes Memorial Fund Donations For June 2012The beginning of warmer days. Vacations with family. Long walks on a summer's eve with your beloved companion<img alt="Webfetti.com" border="0" src="http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/16/16_2_27.gif" /><br />
IBR hopes that all of this comes true for the many dogs that are waiting in the wings for someone to share their love of the great outdoors with. Through our devotion to bring hope to the strays, abandoned and forgotten's, while also helping them heal from their past, that their future with you will be a blessing for both of you. Through your help and continued belief in our program, we will continue to make happy dogs and try our best to also give them healthy days ahead.<br />
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Our Deepest Appreciation to the following people for their generous donations; ===========================================<br />
Francis Kennels-taking care of Abby and Dixe <br />
Jeffrey Barta<br />
Heidi Thomas-Dunn-Contribution to Gracie Mae <br />
John Ebey-Contribution to HELP THE SETTERS<br />
Michael Furr<br />
Melinda Harrison<br />
Nancy McAdam-Contribution to HELP THE SETTERS <br />
Linda S Nelson-thanks IBR for all you do.<br />
Kenneth Olesen-Contribution to HELP THE SETTERS <br />
Bethany Peyer<br />
Brenda Wingard-Contribution to Gracie Mae <br />
Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8186589027159446655.post-41723956254769874132012-05-01T07:00:00.002-05:002013-01-18T19:43:21.219-06:00Wes Memorial Fund Donations For May 2012<img alt="Webfetti.com" border="0" src="http://ak.webfetti.com/assets/3dani/1/564.gif" /><br />
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Beginnings, where Mother Nature awakens the flowers into beautiful blossoms. We would like to think we do the same. By giving the scared and frightened, the sick and the old, a chance to bloom into a confident dog once again.
Without your generous donations, we couldn't accomplish this. Thank you, from all of us.<br />
Our Deepest Appreciation to the following people for their generous donations;
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Flower Power Fundraising<br />
HSBC Philabnthropic Program<br />
Mosaic Feathers & More...
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Natural Healing Whold Dog Wellness<br />
Wells Fargo Community Support Campaign<br />
Sherri Crawford<br />
Anne and Roger Davis<br />
Amy Fort<br />
Lauren Kimmel<br />
Christine Holton<br />
Lee Miller<br />
Tom Scheidt-Thank you a 1000 times for Lynette<br />
Cynthia Smith-Food & Medication <br />
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Thank you to all of you that have given over the months through Firstgiving and wern't acknowledged in the month of donations:<br />
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Elizabeth Berry<br />
Jenni Bidner<br />
Dan Catron<br />
Susan Dearinger<br />
Michelle Demos<br />
Kevin Donnelly<br />
Linda Cullotta Feld<br />
Paul Fliege<br />
Dave Gage<br />
Amy Harms<br />
Babara Hendricks<br />
Jin Hondros<br />
Lori Janik<br />
Jodi Johnson<br />
Sally Kreul<br />
Kelly Ponticelli<br />
Marsha Putt<br />
Michelle Syens<br />
Jeff Wendler<br />
Denise Wight<br />
Al Wigley<br />
Susan Wigley<br />
Carrie Williams<br />
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In loving memory to a very special Setter, Lucy Klein. Lucy was the rock and soul for 10 yrs. to her loving family. She also was the big sister to her adopted brother and former IBR rescue, Finn (in the background). They became fast soul mates and always by each other side. The loss of Lucy was devastating to her family and hard for Finn as well. She will be deeply missed by many who knew her and this donation speaks volumes of how she touched so many. Donations made by; Lisa Martin, Tisha Brady, Scott Dunn, Marci Clow, Tonja Schenk, Margaret Edwards and Michele McRae.<br />
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Cleaning. A month when people start throwing away the old and used. Unfortunately, many people think dogs are in that category as well. With the dedication and devotion from people like you, we can save, nurture, and love these, so-called throw-aways, and give them back their self worth and reap their love in return.<br />
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Our Deepest Appreciation to the following people for their generous donations;<br />
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<a href="http://www.heartanimals.com/"><span style="color: blue;">Helping Every Animal Receive Treatment</span></a>, Sherry Patten HEART founder-for Regal's HW treatment (click on Helping.... to go to site)<br />
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Jeffrey Barta
Cristjana Carlson-HELP THE SETTERS
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Christy Carrano-Snow & her 3 Dwarfs <br />
Sandi Chohany-HELP THE SETTERS
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Ken Crawford-In Memory of Rosi<br />
Sherri Crawford-Six New Redheads <br />
Teresa Connors-Six New Redheads <br />
Karen Dowdy-Six New Redheads <br />
John Ebey-Six New Redheads <br />
Kevin Fletcher-Six New Redheads <br />
Anna Fliege-Six New Redheads <br />
Carla Guyer-For Gavin's Hunt trial runs<br />
Brenda Wingard-Haynes-Food & Medication <br />
Jennifer & Calvin-In memory of Rosie-adopted by Sharon & Sherri<br />
Jennifer Hunter <br />
Kimberly Johnson-Food & Medication <br />
Joyce Kahl-Six New Redheads <br />
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Sally Kreul <br />
Chiquita Huerta <br />
Carol Malik-For MERI or Gavin or Lani....their JH expenses. From Cisco, FrankieLee
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Colleen McAdams-For Gavin's Hunt test<br />
Shannon McGarity-Six New Redheads <br />
Nancy Mendes-GEEZERS & GRANNIES <br />
Julie Miller<br />
Lee Miller
Linda S Nelson-Six New Redheads <br />
Annette Nikolich <br />
Kenneth Olesen-Six New Redheads <br />
Danielle D Radtke-Six New Redheads <br />
Robert Rairigh-Food & Medication <br />
Marge Sanders-In memory of Rosie-adopted by Sharon & Sherri<br />
Brett Schulze-Six New Redheads
Tom Scheidt<br />
Susan Spaid-Six New Redheads <br />
Veronica Streich-Food & Medication <br />
Pam Szponer-Meri's Hunt trial<br />
Tiffany Vernon-Vet bill for Syrup, Bacon and Hashbrown<br />
Ashley Wachholder-Six New RedheadsPathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06497123574279952106noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8186589027159446655.post-38729336336805970032012-03-04T09:13:00.018-06:002012-05-25T21:34:48.678-05:00Wes Memorial Fund Donations for March 2012The month known for the <br />
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shamrock. The dogs we are able to rescue are truly the lucky ones, to have people who care about someone they never met or will most likely ever meet. IBR finds the 4 leaf clover's good fortune every day, week and month, when we are able to help yet another dog in need and so grateful to you for helping us accomplish this. Hopefully, the luck of the shamrock continues for them in finding their fur-ever homes. Thank you!<br />
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Our Deepest Appreciation to the following people for their generous donations;<br />
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Julia Agboatwalla
Jamie Anderson-S-White & the 7 Dwarfs<br />
Ann Benefiel-Food & Medication <br />
Christy Carrano-Food & Medication,S-White & the 4 Dwarfs <br />
John Ebey-Shelby & Her Puppeez,S-White & the 7 Dwarfs,Food & Medication <br />
Anna Fliege-Shelby & Her Puppeez<br />
Carla Guyer-Cadbury<br />
Kathryn Hartigan-to S-White & the 7 Dwarfs <br />
Karen Hartler-S-White & the 7 Dwarfs <br />
Cheryl Hoffman
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Lori Jones <br />
Claudia Marquez-S-White & the 7 Dwarfs <br />
Marilyn Marzec-Shelby<br />
Colleen McAdams-Cadbury<br />
Jahn Mozey-Food & Medication <br />
Linda Nelson-Cadbury<br />
Tom Nelson<br />
Christina Pearson-S-White & the 7 Dwarfs <br />
Danielle D Radtke-Shelby & Her Puppeez<br />
Aine I Ruane-to S-White & the 7 Dwarfs <br />
Melissa Schoenhals-to S-White & the 7 Dwarfs <br />
John Smith-S-White & the 7 Dwarfs <br />
April Wilcock<strong>-</strong>Mommy to a beautiful English Pointer named Bella <br />
Kristy Zelewsky-IBR medical bills<br />
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Emily Demone and her little "bird dog" Willow made a donation for Shelby & Her Puppeez <br />
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February is known for the Love between one another. Illinois Birddog Rescue and the foster homes that care for the lucky ones that get a second chance have you, the donor, to be grateful towards. We can love them, care for them and prepare them for their furever homes, but NOT without you. From the bottom of our hearts, we are so thankful for your compassion and love for our dogs in need and believing in us enough to open your hearts to help us. <br />
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This month is also the 5 year anniversary sadly, for the heart and soul of IBR, Westleigh. Without him and the passion he exhibited on a daily basis, other dog's futures may have been very different. Wes was a strong and stunning English Pointer that had the determination it took to exceed in whatever was put in front of him. He fought a strong battle that just was against all odds, but as this Memorial in his honor continues, it exemplifies the strength and will that all our dogs come to us with, NEVER GIVE UP. As long as there are dogs out there that won't give up, either will we and hope that you too, continue to believe, WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE. <br />
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We can see their soul through the eyes of the lonely, confused, and scared creature behind the cold steel bars. We can hear the unspoken words that they convey through their eyes and have a piercing arrow straight into our hearts. <br />
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Cupid is not just a February icon, but one that lives throughout the year. For those that are fortunate enough to reach people are truly the blessed ones that get adopted and loved for eternity. Sometimes our expectations of eternity is far less than what the meaning has in store for us, but they have come to us with a purpose from their Creator and when their assignment has been completed, it's time to move on to help others. <br />
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Waiting at the Rainbow Bridge for us to once again be reunited, but in the waiting moments of time, we are reminded that their purpose of touching our lives was to show us that we can help so many more in need. That the memories will always be there. The Love will never fade. That the power of that love can touch so many, which is so unexpected. <br />
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They're brought to us on Special Assignment. They have, as will others, continue to do their tasks beyond the conscious knowledge of the humans they touch. As shown through the donations made in their memory, one can sense the importance of their being and the love they brought to so many. They are just ones of thousands that touch people with loving tender hearts, but no more important as the ones we can't save. <br />
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IBR and the many other rescues and shelters out there struggle ever day to make a difference. But it really does come down to You, the donor, who believe animals, whether it be dogs, cats, horses, etc., do deserve to be treated with respect, not abuse or neglect. With heartfelt gratitude, we honor You through our Blog, for helping and giving the ones without a voice a second chance. <br />
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Sincerely,<br />
Pat<br />
Donation Coordinator<br />
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Our Deepest Appreciation to the following people for their generous donations;<br />
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Avon Fundraising-Cheryl Hoffman<br />
CARS FOR CHARITY Thank you to the person who donated the Ford Escort<br />
Orange & Blue Distributing Co.<br />
TCF Matching Foundation<br />
Mosaic Feathers & More...-Buckwheat's B-Day<br />
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Christy Carrano-Food & Medication, Buckwheat's B-Day,to S-White & the 7 Dwarfs Barbara Davies-Food & Medication<br />
Chris Dewey-Buckwheat's B-Day -<br />
John Ebey-Buckwheat's B-Day,to Shelby & Her Puppeez <br />
Diane Erwin-Buckwheat's B-Day <br />
Colleen Farning-Buckwheat's B-Day <br />
William Farning-Buckwheat's B-Day <br />
Tina Federico-S-White & the 7 Dwarfs <br />
Anna Fliege-Contribution to Buckwheat's B-Day <br />
Debby Filler<br />
James Gregory<br />
Carla Guyer-Buckwheat's B-Day,to Shelby & Her Puppeez <br />
Tara Hoeft=Runde-Thank you for helping Deuce and Lady<br />
Meg Hoffman<br />
Brittany Kamai-to Shelby & Her Puppeez <br />
Carol Malik-to Shelby & Her Puppeez <br />
Lee Miller<br />
Victoria Morris-to S-White & the 7 Dwarfs,Shelby & Her Puppeez <br />
Tom Nelson<br />
Carol Olsen-Buckwheat's B-Day <br />
David Orzel-to Shelby & Her Puppeez <br />
Robert Rairigh-Food & Medication,to Shelby & Her Puppeez <br />
Thomas Scheidt<br />
Stephanie Spurrier<br />
Penny Standerfer<br />
Amy Straley-Buckwheat's B-Day,PepsiCo matching gift to follow<br />
Veronica Streich <br />
Deborah Theisen-to Shelby & Her Puppeez <br />
Gina Wheeler-to S-White & the 7 Dwarfs <br />
Sue Wigley-to Shelby & Her Puppeez <br />
Gail Wise-to S-White & the 7 Dwarfs <br />
Kristy Zelewsky-to Shelby & Her PuppeezUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8186589027159446655.post-28735567911289351932012-01-01T00:00:00.015-06:002012-03-07T08:39:39.391-06:00Wes Memorial Fund Donations for January 2012<img border="0" height="0" src="http://c.gigcount.com/wildfire/IMP/CXNID=2000002.0NXC/bT*xJmx*PTEzMjUzOTgxNTA3MTgmcHQ9MTMyNTM5ODE3NDAwMCZwPTEyNDEwMzEmZD*mZz*xJm89YzkzMmM1YjE5ZjAzNGE5OWEz/NDlmMjliNmZlNWJmNjYmb2Y9MA==.gif" style="height: 0px; visibility: hidden; width: 0px;" width="0" /><img alt="Webfetti.com" border="0" height="150" src="http://ak.webfetti.com/assets/glitter/0/715.gif" width="150" /><br />January brings in a New Year and new resolutions/goals. IBR's resolution doesn't change from year to year. It's to help all dogs possible, educate the public on the importance of spay/neutering and the preventive ways to fight against heartworm and tick borne illnesses. We will continue our quest to find answers to how and why some dogs suffer more than others, when infected with these illnesses, and hope that our commitment will make a difference. Through your support and belief in our causes, we can move forward towards this year's goals. We would like to thank those that are committed as we, in helping our rescued friends, through your generous donation.<br /><br />Our Deepest Appreciation to the following people for their generous donations;<br />=============================================<br />Seco & Associates (John Seyman)<br />Jeffrey Barta-Contribution to Food & Medication<br />Christy Carrano- Contribution to Food & Medication<br />Eileen Crofts<br />Ebey family<br />Penny & Dennis Davis<br />DePasquale family<br />Donna DeRosa<br />Sandra DeWitt<br />Anna Fliege- Contribution to Food & Medication <br />Mary Gasik<br />James Gregory- Contribution to Food & Medication <br />Carla Given<br />Hunn family<br />Lee Miller<br />Kathy Lischkge<br />Kenneth Olesen-Contribution to Food & Medication <br />Steve Ryman-Contribution to Food & Medication<br />Tom Scheidt<br />Wendy Schild<br />Sharon Sinklair<br />Anna Stallings-Food & Medication<br />Pam Werner Szponer<br />Robert Wener-McCartney-DONATIONUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8186589027159446655.post-52646792511328525682011-12-01T08:59:00.035-06:002012-03-07T08:47:01.587-06:00Wes Memorial Fund Donations for the month of December 2011<img border="0" height="0" src="http://c.gigcount.com/wildfire/IMP/CXNID=2000002.0NXC/bT*xJmx*PTEyOTM4NTc4Mjg1NjgmcHQ9MTI5Mzg1Nzg*OTk*OSZwPTEyNDEwMzEmZD*mZz*xJm89YjkxNGZjNzQzMmRmNDllZGE2/ZmU4ODJjMGZiMzg4Y2Umb2Y9MA==.gif" style="height: 0px; visibility: hidden; width: 0px;" width="0" /><img alt="Webfetti.com" border="0" height="150" src="http://ak.webfetti.com/assets/3dani/1/913.gif" /><br /><br />December is filled with special holidays for many different cultures. One common thread they all share is, the love to give from the heart. IBR has been so blessed this year and holiday season from so many caring people. We've had the opportunity to save more dogs this year than ever before. We've also been fortunate to give a second chance to those with sever medical issues. All because of you! <br />IBR would like to wish every one the joyous celebration of your holiday and a New Year filled with wishes coming true. <br /><img src="http://ak.webfetti.com/assets/3dani/1/661.gif" alt="Webfetti.com" border="0"><br/> <br /><br />Our Deepest Appreciation to the following people for their generous donations;<br />=============================================<br />Otto's Cyclery<br />GE Matching Funds Foundation (Wendy Schild)<br />Anonymous I adopted Bernadette nee Wanda- she's great!<br />Mark Appleby<br />Christy Carrano-Contribution to Food & Medication <br />Brent Christensen-Contribution to Food & Medication <br />Danielle W. Christensen- In lieu of birthday gifts donation were requested to be made to IBR in name.<br />Nancy Commeree<br />Elieen Crofts<br />Anne and Roger Davis<br />Emily Demone<br /><br />Michelle Demos- In memory of our sweet birddog, Aubrey<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ogcBtxnq15I/TtkWeqIituI/AAAAAAAAHbY/nChg7M2_Bcw/s1600/Aubrey3_0.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 115px; height: 171px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ogcBtxnq15I/TtkWeqIituI/AAAAAAAAHbY/nChg7M2_Bcw/s400/Aubrey3_0.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5681597120866596578" /></a><br /><br />Diane DePasquale<br />Christin Dewey and MACH titled Skeets<br />MaryJo Fairbanks<br />Anna Fliege-Contribution to Food & Medication,Merry Christmas! Love, your family <br />the Fullett family<br />Gurdalupe Garcia<br />Mary Patrizi Gasik<br />Carla Guyer-Contribution to Food & Medication <br />Ann Harber<br />Jeff & Amy Harms Sage (adopted 7/07-MI) is doing great!!!<br />Gayle Harrop-Contribution to Food & Medication <br />Nicole Jette<br />Jodi Johnson-Thanks for all you do!!!<br />Debra Joy<br />the Kaye family-adopted Josie 7 yrs. ago.<br />Sally Kreul-Happy New Year from Bobby!<br />the Koziol family in home or our 1st Christmas with Betty White<br />Colleen McAdams<br />Julie Miller <br />Lee Miller<br />Penny Milnamow-Thanks for saving Spritz<br />Linda S Nelson<br />David Orzel<br />Marsha Putt <br />Wendy Schild<br />Stephanie Spurrier<br />Dana Swinford-My friend, Nathan Falls from Montezuma IN, is a big fan of your organization and mission. I made this donation because of his passion to your cause.<br />Pam Werner Szponer<br />Al Wigley<br />Phyllis Willner<br />Teresa Wojdyla<br />Kristy Zelewsky-Contribution to Food & Medication <br /><br /><br />Emily J. Demone-Contribution to Food & Medication. I'm blessed to open my eyes every morning to my Heart dog Willow,<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-arc2QbZQ31Q/TvSlfHQzXiI/AAAAAAAAHcM/rnPZw-BulB4/s1600/IMG-20111203-00194.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 162px; height: 200px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-arc2QbZQ31Q/TvSlfHQzXiI/AAAAAAAAHcM/rnPZw-BulB4/s200/IMG-20111203-00194.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5689354183219830306" /></a> Which is why nothing pleases me more than to help good folks like yourselves and the organization, Last Chance Animal Rescue, here in New York, which rescued her from a kill shelter in SC. <br /><br />They held an adoption event I helped at one day and my intention was to foster someone who wasn't adopted by day's end. Of course all of the puppies went first, but towards the end of the event, she caught my eye, underweight and sheepishly looking at me from under a folding table. From that moment on I was hooked! I took her home to foster her, but was unable to let her go. She is calm, gentle, playful, cuddly and it is as though there is a human soul inside her. <br /><br />I have had some wonderful dogs from childhood on....but this girl is everything I loved in all of those wonderful animals, wrapped up in one amazing package. I know that if Last Chance didn't grab her, she'd be dead. They said she was set to die the next day. I can't imagine my life without her in it.Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8186589027159446655.post-64694189405572100172011-11-14T09:31:00.015-06:002012-01-11T09:50:53.230-06:00Wes Memorial Fund Donations for the month of November 2011<img border="0" alt="Webfetti.com" src="http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/8/8_5_15.gif" /><br />While we enjoy a fest of fine food and good company that this month brings on Thanksgiving, we can't forget the dogs that wonder aimlessly through the streets looking for their next meal and a warm place to rest. Through the endless efforts of many dedicated animal control officers, volunteers, and kind hearted people, like yourselves, we, at Illinois Birddog Rescue, are able to offer them their meal and the warmth from a loving home to rest their weary bodies. We would like to give thanks to each and every one of you that has helped accomplish this task. Without your support and compassion, we wouldn't be in a position to provide this basic need that is so instrumental to their well being.<br /><br />Our Deepest Appreciation to the following people for their generous donations;<br />=============================================<br />Author, Brenda Fiorini donated her book titled: <a href="http://www.joyfuljourneybooks.com/"><span style="color:#000099;">Rescue Pup</span> </a>. To view the book click on it's name.<br />The Village Tavern & Grill of Carol Stream<br />WPG Solutions<br /><br />Jeffrey Barta<br />Kelly Ponticelli Barrile Donating on behalf of our Charlie<br />Jenni Bidner<br />Christy Carrano<br />Elieen Crofts<br />Susan Dearinger<br />Sue DePasquale<br />Lisa Dziedzina - in memory of my GSP Gambol. Also, a very special friend who I cherish.<br />John & Susan Ebey<br />MaryJo Fairbanks<br />Nancy Haynes<br />Carol Malik<br />Margareta Viznerova- I would like to sponsor Larkin-In Hospice Care.I am from Czech Republic.<br />Tom Schedit<br />Jeff WendlerUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8186589027159446655.post-28971381285678801512011-10-02T20:02:00.037-05:002011-11-30T11:39:45.853-06:00Wes Memorial Fund Donations for the month of October 2011brings "trick or treat" and our dogs are happy to oblige. They provide many tricks, some we've never seen before, and the treat is just knowing that they have a second chance of giving someone the special love only they can give. Without your generous support and compassion, this wouldn't happen. Thank you is such a small sentence, but it has such a big heartfelt meaning..<img border="0" alt="Webfetti.com" src="http://ak.webfetti.com/assets/3dani/1/489.gif" /><br /><a href="http://www.webfetti.com/download.jhtml?partner=ZKzeb008_ZKxdm030YYUS&utm_campaign=wf_3d_graphic&utm_source=1170147&utm_medium=wf_myspace"></a><br /><br />Our deepest gratitude to all who have supported us over our 10 years of Compassion. We would like to extend our appreciation to all who have silently given and supported us. We look forward to helping many more dogs in need and finding them their forever homes to live out a life of happiness they deserve. Thank you for your support.<br /><br />IBR would like to thank the following companies who supported the Birddog Balooza 10 Year celebration through their donations. Please visit their sites.<br />=============================================<br /><span style="color:#000099;">Author: Web Parton</span><br /><a href="http://www.animalfeedsandneeds.com/"><span style="color:#000099;">Animal Feeds and Needs</span></a><span style="color:#000099;"><br /></span><a href="http://www.bluewitchceramics.com/"><span style="color:#000099;">Blue Witch Ceramics</span></a><span style="color:#000099;"><br /></span><a href="http://www.birddogfoundation.com/"><span style="color:#000099;">Birddog Foundation</span></a><span style="color:#000099;"><br /></span><a href="http://birddogwhiskey.com/"><span style="color:#000099;">Birddog Whiskey</span></a><span style="color:#000099;"><br /></span><a href="http://www.bissell.com/"><span style="color:#000099;">Bissell</span></a><span style="color:#000099;"><br /></span><a href="http://www.booksamillion.com/"><span style="color:#000099;">Booksamillion</span></a><span style="color:#000099;"><br /></span><a href="http://www.brookfieldzoo.org/"><span style="color:#000099;">Brookfield Zoo</span></a><span style="color:#000099;"><br /></span><a href="http://www.chicagobears.com/"><span style="color:#000099;">Chicago Bears</span></a><span style="color:#000099;"><br /></span><a href="http://www.chicago.cubs.mlb.com/"><span style="color:#000099;">Chicago Cubs</span></a><span style="color:#000099;"><br /></span><a href="http://www.chicago.whitesox.mlb.com/"><span style="color:#000099;">Chicago White Sox</span></a><span style="color:#000099;"><br /></span><a href="http://www.colliers.com/"><span style="color:#000099;">Colliers International</span></a><span style="color:#000099;"> </span><a href="http://www.coopershawkwinery.com/"><span style="color:#000099;"><br />Coopers Hawk Winery</span></a><span style="color:#000099;"><br /></span><a href="http://www.cryptonfabric.com/pets"><span style="color:#000099;">Crypton Fabric</span></a><span style="color:#000099;"><br /></span><a href="http://www.dogtra.com/"><span style="color:#000099;">Dogtra</span></a><span style="color:#000099;"><br /></span><a href="http://www.frommfamily.com/"><span style="color:#000099;">Fromm Family Foods</span></a><span style="color:#000099;"><br /></span><a href="http://www.gundogsupply.com/"><span style="color:#000099;">Gundogsupply</span></a><span style="color:#000099;"><br /></span><a href="http://www.jefferspet.com/"><span style="color:#000099;">Jefferspet</span></a><span style="color:#000099;"><br /></span><a href="http://www.k9hairdesign.com/"><span style="color:#000099;">K-9 Hair Design</span></a><span style="color:#000099;"><br /></span><a href="http://www.kongcompany.com/"><span style="color:#000099;">Kong Co.</span></a><span style="color:#000099;"><br /></span><a href="http://www.lynfredwinery.com/"><span style="color:#000099;">Lynfred Winery</span></a><span style="color:#000099;"><br /></span><a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/"><span style="color:#000099;">Martha Stewart</span></a><span style="color:#000099;"><br /></span><a href="http://www.medivaltimes.com/"><span style="color:#000099;">Medival Times</span></a><span style="color:#000099;"><br /></span><a href="http://www.merrickpetcare.com/"><span style="color:#000099;">Merrick Petcare</span></a><span style="color:#000099;"><br /></span><a href="http://www.orvis.com/"><span style="color:#000099;">Orvis</span></a><span style="color:#000099;"><br /></span><a href="http://www.petfinder.com/"><span style="color:#000099;">Petfinder</span></a><span style="color:#000099;"><br /></span><a href="http://www.standrewsgc.com/"><span style="color:#000099;">St. Andrews Golf Course</span></a><span style="color:#000099;"><br /></span><a href="http://www.stlouisrams.com/"><span style="color:#000099;">St.Louis Rams</span></a><span style="color:#000099;"><br /></span><a href="http://www.sixflags.com/greatamerica"><span style="color:#000099;">Sixflags Great America</span></a><span style="color:#000099;"><br /></span><a href="http://www.upcountryinc.com/"><span style="color:#000099;">Up Country</span></a><span style="color:#000099;"><br /><a href="http://www.willistower.com/"><span style="color:#000099;">Willis Towers</span></a><br /><br /><br />Our Deepest Appreciation to the following people for their generous donations;<br />=============================================<br />Donna A De Rosa</span><br /><span style="color:#000099;">Julia Agboatwalla Family<br />Christy Carrano-Contribution to Kisska<br />Ebey Family- For Kisska's Emergency Surgery,Contribution to GEEZERS & GRANNIES,<br />To help the IBR doggies<br />Linda Cullotta Felde- We love our Millie adopted from IBR 6 years ago<br />Ginene Gentile-Hand made 4 cat pillows and a Table runner for Balooza auction.<br />Cheryl Hoffman- Avon Fundraising Project<br />James Hondros<br />Gasik Family<br />Carol Malik-PLEASE apply toward "CYPRESS's" heartworm treatments,To help with GEAH's bill<br />Milton the Poet Thanks for rescuing me<br />Julie Miller-For the love of Pointers - Sully & Nikki too<br />Lee Miller</span><br /><span style="color:#000099;">Linda S Nelson-Contribution to Kisska<br />Pam Szponer</span><br /><span style="color:#000099;">Lynette Ranallo-Contribution to Kisska<br />Cheddar and Brie Sandberg<br />Michelle Syens-Thank you for 10 years & many dogs saved<br />Carrie Williams, Jim Rooney, Lexie and Mr. Murphy Murphy says hello and THANK YOU from us all!<br /><br />Kristy Zelewsky-For Jameson's Vetting<br /><br /><br /></span><span style="color:#000099;"></span><span style="color:#000099;"></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8186589027159446655.post-90183965397195164172011-09-14T11:57:00.012-05:002011-11-30T11:41:14.780-06:00Wes Memorial Fund Donations for the month of September, 2011<img border="0" alt="Webfetti.com" src="http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/8/8_4_152.gif" /><br />Labor Day is thought of as the working man's holiday. Illinois Birddog Rescue doesn't get the day off. We work very hard each and every day, 24/7, to ensure the safety and well being of all the dogs that we are capable of helping. We have you to thank for this. Without your generous donations, we suspect that this holiday wouldn't be one of cheer, but one of fear. Fear that we didn't do all we could to help those in need. Thank you for believing in us and our cause.<br /><br />Our Deepest Appreciation to the following people for their generous donations;<br />=============================================<br />PCN Marketing, Inc.<br />For Love of Pets Rescue-West Chester,OH Bless you for all you do for those goofy Pointers<br /><br />Tina Bach-For Loren<br />Christy Carrano-Contribution to Heartful of Love<br />Ebey Family-Sponsoring donation for Thomas and Jefferson<br />Stephanie Harpole-Contribution to Heartful of Love<br />Barb Hendricks<br />Kristin Honeysuckle<br />Maureen Koziol<br />Carol Malik<br />Jason Martin<br />Lee Miller<br />Gary Nelson-pm&j,LLC<br />Tom Nelson<br />Mary Redfern<br />Thomas Scheidt-Thank you for Lynette<br />Stephanie Spurrier-May Loren rest in peace.<br /><br />Fred & Pam Szponer-This donation is a Thank You for your recent help with our adoption of GSP Bailey. She and Abbey are best friends. Bailey has brightened things up around here and we all needed that. Fred, Angela and Abbey<br /><br />Holly Turner-Contribution to GEEZERS & GRANNIES also Louis<br /><br />Carrie Williams,Jim Rooney, Lexie and Mr. Murphy Murphy says hello and THANK YOU from us all!<br /><br />Mary Wishnew-Contribution to The Lucky Kentucky's<br />Kristy ZelewskyUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8186589027159446655.post-53674759832540419102011-08-15T09:08:00.011-05:002011-09-18T14:49:30.965-05:00August Donations<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcNry8qQ4DB3uapqHh7kl0dn2hhOiyHy9WQFx4wZfflRtuPrctdO3GooSgnNfQbKlC91r3FjAZLMdPMR5QFRCzOn04xk56WMEfm3FdGXiXrrA8q-Y3joIoNfK8j0MyY8JbnFikYzITyQNC/s1600/woof.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 299px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcNry8qQ4DB3uapqHh7kl0dn2hhOiyHy9WQFx4wZfflRtuPrctdO3GooSgnNfQbKlC91r3FjAZLMdPMR5QFRCzOn04xk56WMEfm3FdGXiXrrA8q-Y3joIoNfK8j0MyY8JbnFikYzITyQNC/s400/woof.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5641088899956314706" /></a><br />Our rescue is able to save lives based on the donations we receive. We recently were able to save a very pregnant pointer mama who gave birth to three adorable puppies only a few days later. She looks pretty happy to me! <br /><br />A warm thank you to the following friends for their donations to our Nacadoches Family and others in need:<br />================================================<br />WPG Solutions, Inc.<br />Stacy Bailey - Lord Kensington<br />Judy Besler-Contribution to Nacogdoches Family<br />Michelle M. Campoli<br />Christy Carrano-Contribution to GEEZERS & GRANNIES and Mandi <br /><br />Barbara J. Davies-In memory of my Mom Jean Davies - she loved all dogs, rescue dogs in particular.<br /><br />Christin Dewey-for MANDI Get well soon, baby girl !!<br />Lynne Dobroski-for Mandi<br />Ebey Family-Contribution to the Newbies,the Nacogdoches Family and the 3 Amigos in Texas, also Mandi <br />Anna Fliege-Contribution to Nacadoches Family also to GEEZERS & GRANNIES and Mandi <br />Deborah Foley-Mandi<br />Laura Francel<br />Melissa Fronek-Contribution to Nacogdoches Family <br />Tamara G. Gieck-for Mandi. Thanks for working to help her.<br />Dawn Hahn-for Mandi<br />Steffi Hoffmann<br />Kristin Honeysuckle<br />Denise Kerr<br />sheila Macikas<br />Karen E. McAdams-Mandi's Surgery<br />Shannon McGarity-Mandi's surgery<br />Julie A. Miller-For the love of pointers. Nikki & Sully's forever mom, Julie.Melissa J. Murphy<br /><br />Lee Miller<br />Gary Nelson-Warm and cozy dog beds as well as a contribution. Adopted Bailey<br />Linda S. Nelson <br />Kelly Ponticelli- for Mandi<br /><br />Mary Refern-This is for Maks - sweet, beautiful boy! Sending lots of hugs and prayers for you. Hope you're feeling better soon. (Note: Sadly, Maks couldn't beat his health issues and went to the Bridge.)<br />Thomas R. Scheidt-Thank you 1000 times for Lynette.<br />Brett Schulze- for Mandi <br />Julie Sopko-Contribution to Nacogdoches Family <br />Stephanie Spurrier-Contribution to Nacogdoches Family and Mandi <br />Fred Szponer-Contribution to Nacadoches Family. In Sadie's memory.<br />Michael J. Thomas-MANDI<br />Alan J. Wigley-Mandi - have to help a dog with a point that nice!<br />Kristy Zelewsky-for LorenIBR Blog Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13288963317523600023noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8186589027159446655.post-7281699631305103012011-07-12T19:59:00.005-05:002011-11-14T09:30:19.430-06:00July DonationsThank You VERY much for your continued support! We greatly appreciate the generosity of everyone especially:<br /><br />Maureen Koziol-In honor of our foster girl, Betty White.<br />Lynette Ranallo - Heartful of Love donation<br />Ebey Family- Heartful of Love donation<br />Christy Carrano - Heartful of Love donation<br />Annonymous - Lord Byron<br />Jenifer Chance - Geezers & Grannies<br />Sarah Ranger - Geezers & Grannies<br />Susan Alder - Geezers & Grannies<br />David Orzel - Geezers & Grannies<br />Chris and Mary Gasik - IBR<br />Lee A. Miller - IBR<br />Clint Bull and Paula Cooper (WGN Radio) - to the family of Rita & Edward Martin, in memory of Rita<br />Jeffery Barta - Newbies<br />Sarah Ranger - Newbies<br />Jennifer Cobey - IBR<br />Susan Ebey - The Texas Trio<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBCLl4wH5qpqJd82xwN-rwNep3kvWl-191eTsqxm_mH1jZRnCMlV2UGgRPymSZ-FMeULKeCLvxCxW1re4EJxT19Nxuh72xHEHwxx3f72wuekkHBXFcxDHZkKevaBhbrcWt4vDlymvY7S8W/s1600/4th.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBCLl4wH5qpqJd82xwN-rwNep3kvWl-191eTsqxm_mH1jZRnCMlV2UGgRPymSZ-FMeULKeCLvxCxW1re4EJxT19Nxuh72xHEHwxx3f72wuekkHBXFcxDHZkKevaBhbrcWt4vDlymvY7S8W/s400/4th.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5628637317671637954" /></a><br /><br /><em><strong>Thank you to everyone who participated in our July 4th 75/25 Raffle!</strong></em><br /><br />Kelli Cameron<br />Amy Straley<br />Carla Ingtaham<br />Debra Joy<br />Keely Lineback<br />Dennis Dang<br />Diane Erwin<br />Donna Alexander<br />Emily Hake<br />Alison West<br />Anne Davis<br />Christy Carrano<br />Christina Bach<br />Pat Malcor<br />Sonya Hene<br />Melissa Murphy<br />Alan Wigley<br />Pamela Szponer<br />Jeffery Wendler<br />Sharon Sinklair<br />Debra Joy<br />Anna Fliege<br />Linda Nelson<br />Thomas Favorite<br />Meg Hoffmann<br />Susan Depasquale<br />Carol Cross Malik<br />Kristy Zelewsky<br />Susan Ebey<br />Jeannine ReeseIBR Blog Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13288963317523600023noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8186589027159446655.post-38052414520015203752011-06-15T15:38:00.008-05:002011-11-30T11:42:19.532-06:00June DonationsThank you to Emily Demone and her adorable birddog mix Willow for your donation to our Newbies!<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeutx-XutKwsfzlS1zVgCsZUE8NQTm0KsknxFw_Aq86DBSKM6P1LZD-J5dyOBzEjM4wU2kGDLt_JGm_HeqXP9EazKNCn9HjAyIfnED86jRA4Vr9OTZlyFR5DlDSU2Xilx4ekoBlLHqEI-A/s1600/willow.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeutx-XutKwsfzlS1zVgCsZUE8NQTm0KsknxFw_Aq86DBSKM6P1LZD-J5dyOBzEjM4wU2kGDLt_JGm_HeqXP9EazKNCn9HjAyIfnED86jRA4Vr9OTZlyFR5DlDSU2Xilx4ekoBlLHqEI-A/s320/willow.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618548839441495010" /></a><br /><br />----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br /><br />June Donators for our New Rescues Dogs:<br />Jodi Jenkins<br />Ann Haber<br />Bridget Booker<br />Jeffrey Barta<br />Jenifer Chance<br />Grace Ross<br />Christy Carrano<br />Linda Nelson<br />Tom Nelson<br />Barbara Hendricks<br /><br />----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />Other June Donators:<br />Susan and John Ebey - for their continued amazing support to our group<br />Suzanne Yudell - Illinois Birddog Rescue<br />Stephanie Spurrier - Illinois Birddog Rescue<br />Lisa Justi - Illinois Birddog Rescue<br />Michelle Kent - Geezers & Grannies<br />Karen Pritchard - Illinois Birddog Rescue<br />Natasha Abu-Saba - Lord Byron<br />Sharon Sinklair - Helen Jane<br />Sarah Ranger - Geezers & Grannies<br />Sally Brines - Geezers & Grannies<br />Jennifer Cobey - Illinois Birddog Rescue<br />Denise Kerr - Illinois Birddog Rescue<br />David Orzel - Geezers & Grannies - In loving memory of English Setter Penny<br />Connie Guthrie & Save Our Strays - for Betty Spice<br />Penny Milnamow - IBR<br />Chris and Mary Gasik - IBR<br />Lori Jones - IBR<br />Orange & Blue Distributing Co. - IBR<br />Pamela Werner Szponer - IBR<br />All Things Woof Meow Too, Inc. - IBR<br />Katherine C. Bergquist- For Lord Byron<br />Kayleigh Marguerite - IBR<br />Janette Castrejon - IBR<br />Stephanie Spurrier - for Cypress<br />The United Way - IBR<br />Linda Nelson and Claudia Christensen - IBR<br />Erik Rittenhouse- Allstate Giving Campaign<br />Lee A. Miller - IBR<br />Pepsico Matching DonationIBR Blog Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13288963317523600023noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8186589027159446655.post-28589666052527936792011-05-11T16:20:00.008-05:002011-06-15T15:38:05.224-05:00May Donations: With you it's all possible!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_7gwGLgZxmQTk7lP02WCw0TtPO3iusMRXuLCp0O_PKCmZj3USjsKY_lk53CzsapaXVNRRrCSgGnbsGLV6aIxxYx8RJ_eHFKWYd6pLTTHzxALGfyTS5V-OCXCFQ1m7wB7rLdtrwqnrlE8O/s1600/carol+louis.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_7gwGLgZxmQTk7lP02WCw0TtPO3iusMRXuLCp0O_PKCmZj3USjsKY_lk53CzsapaXVNRRrCSgGnbsGLV6aIxxYx8RJ_eHFKWYd6pLTTHzxALGfyTS5V-OCXCFQ1m7wB7rLdtrwqnrlE8O/s400/carol+louis.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618548144892269746" /></a><br /><br />Our May Garage Sale was a success! THANK YOU TO ALL WHO DONATED ITEMS! If you would like to donate gently used items we will still be able to use more for our June garage sales.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRbxVt8XZXn7zP2T55WY_GXlqHI_DouTPCAVOCBpY36PNc2jxFxvuhz5ajeM5xp_vRKGS0xKNrTFTLg0GDPByd-igTJZ8dtlBft_X_8V7Ci7d2gbROCD9RFPVF5ObKPWMAyAW39gPn4M_f/s1600/louis.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRbxVt8XZXn7zP2T55WY_GXlqHI_DouTPCAVOCBpY36PNc2jxFxvuhz5ajeM5xp_vRKGS0xKNrTFTLg0GDPByd-igTJZ8dtlBft_X_8V7Ci7d2gbROCD9RFPVF5ObKPWMAyAW39gPn4M_f/s200/louis.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618547023547519202" /></a><br />Thank you Jenifer Chance for donating towards our special leaner boy Louisiana Louis! :)<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4KXeISiFnn7VY8GRCns6Z1Hkf9hD7Smfk1g76eNV7badW_-yTl4KBItzKnbP0cVqu8o4F7ZTA9Nrl0dii2JbRycBo9uIvHZ0wewKLxPfYR3j6bA2n5XMS-PI2CD3avLVc0vO1kfZuF-ZP/s1600/scout.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4KXeISiFnn7VY8GRCns6Z1Hkf9hD7Smfk1g76eNV7badW_-yTl4KBItzKnbP0cVqu8o4F7ZTA9Nrl0dii2JbRycBo9uIvHZ0wewKLxPfYR3j6bA2n5XMS-PI2CD3avLVc0vO1kfZuF-ZP/s200/scout.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5611102779867770978" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTDN5jbSfKcV0sNfKC2YsZAodSfr2iYsPS-7CdMzus-0h1euomTt1rEleHhedGLcJa_xTnSaQs2tUR2_yIcBFhQOzC3Zfubn4XLZlHww8X6615lvO-WiqM391WJL5heScSF69Qq3wVZ3ES/s1600/harlee+molly.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTDN5jbSfKcV0sNfKC2YsZAodSfr2iYsPS-7CdMzus-0h1euomTt1rEleHhedGLcJa_xTnSaQs2tUR2_yIcBFhQOzC3Zfubn4XLZlHww8X6615lvO-WiqM391WJL5heScSF69Qq3wVZ3ES/s200/harlee+molly.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5611102692702528018" /></a><br /><br />Thank you Stephanie Spurrier and Fur Kids Harlee, Molly & Scout for your donations!<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />The Ebey family has been very generous in donating funds for the care of Gina, Tressy & Kisska in loving memory of their adored Pointer Margo Lane:<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbGNOemzYBDUCdMSR_M4C7SJr3LCnjFEPCwLqANNy-BPQKuIEgJRQIYmWYmpOaghv8M5nqUdFe_mIsDvOO44rWMIi35mEp-u0a3PDumkr4ZoeNMWZtqVE-hnJG4LTYbluMI689gsI_27xQ/s1600/margo"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbGNOemzYBDUCdMSR_M4C7SJr3LCnjFEPCwLqANNy-BPQKuIEgJRQIYmWYmpOaghv8M5nqUdFe_mIsDvOO44rWMIi35mEp-u0a3PDumkr4ZoeNMWZtqVE-hnJG4LTYbluMI689gsI_27xQ/s320/margo" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5611100274910781010" /></a><br /><br /><br />IBR thanks The Fur Family of donator Linda Nelson!<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNeVcVBUgc8PbXpe3Hpdlb1GiD0VxtNE-c1EH2UUxCzbxmZW-SlD3hFaA81WzEWQug550wIfjRBkdt_OrUGD1ia_WgXOM780SV90I8-pTjNgGgRIrlhJRowuQSmX25Glwsr4b8SVGfG18w/s1600/nelson.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 246px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNeVcVBUgc8PbXpe3Hpdlb1GiD0VxtNE-c1EH2UUxCzbxmZW-SlD3hFaA81WzEWQug550wIfjRBkdt_OrUGD1ia_WgXOM780SV90I8-pTjNgGgRIrlhJRowuQSmX25Glwsr4b8SVGfG18w/s320/nelson.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5611099449044427170" /></a><br /><br />---------------------------------------------------------------------------<br /><br />Special thanks to Susan Ebey all the way from California for her donation to save sweet pointer girl Gina. She's now SAFE in foster care in St. Louis! Another THANK YOU to her additional donation to IBR!<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh292f380nbdVHJ90G7ESicnif-SFsNTjOi1XX35PxOiNJ6SHI-lTbV7Qs3BoQ99JjMZUHLyk7VWAb-uiowdtmm8GF8TNbL7qerVmMo5S9voz-g7WKCv-dGkyDrNt90ThBwiPe602Dtp26A/s1600/gina.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 226px; height: 162px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh292f380nbdVHJ90G7ESicnif-SFsNTjOi1XX35PxOiNJ6SHI-lTbV7Qs3BoQ99JjMZUHLyk7VWAb-uiowdtmm8GF8TNbL7qerVmMo5S9voz-g7WKCv-dGkyDrNt90ThBwiPe602Dtp26A/s320/gina.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5607728811105779682" /></a><br /><br />----------------------------------------------------------------------------<br /><br />Our sweet, sweet Rawlin - being spoiled and loved on while in hospice care by thanks to his foster dad. <br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNSlwv6E_1mVBwMscfhWjcIrEMKvlFB9MYgWKWdE6Nn4LnClv2Y0Oiz08UcqCB24MkDadUibuRuFsROS76CD6zxu21uTQ16cafRnd14Yj_TUarHXJ482tzjuXdnIb_HLRCCf5mNOh9qXo/s1600/rawlin.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNSlwv6E_1mVBwMscfhWjcIrEMKvlFB9MYgWKWdE6Nn4LnClv2Y0Oiz08UcqCB24MkDadUibuRuFsROS76CD6zxu21uTQ16cafRnd14Yj_TUarHXJ482tzjuXdnIb_HLRCCf5mNOh9qXo/s320/rawlin.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5605573325482326082" /></a><br /><br />----------------------------------------------------------------------------<br /><br />THANK YOU TO CHRIS AND ALL THE CONTRIBUTORS TO RAWLIN'S EMERGENCY CARE BILL!<br />Anna Fliege<br />John Ebey<br />Christy Carrano<br />Kurt Hargarten<br />Diana Capaccio<br />Jennifer Leist<br />Victoria Sheridan<br />Beth @ Mosaic Feathers & More<br />Joan Kubalanza<br />Jason Buchholz<br />Carol Malik<br />Paris Walker<br /><br />----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------OTHER MAY DONATIONS:<br /><br />Nancy Brunzos- Illinois Birddog Rescue<br />Diane Erwin- Contribution to K9 Breast Cancer<br />Danielle Wojdyla- Contribution to Have a Heart<br />Ellen Farrell - Illinois Birddog Rescue<br />Tiffany Vernon- for Mistletoe MacGruber<br />Pamela Werner Szponer - Illinois Birddog Rescue<br />Maureen Kozial - Illinois Birddog Rescue<br />Denise Kerr - Illinois Birddog Rescue<br />Lee Miller - Illinois Birddog Rescue<br />Network for Good<br />Thomas Nelson - Illinois Birddog Rescue<br />Chris & Mary Gasik - Illinois Birddog Rescue<br />Jeanine Simmons - Geezers & Grannies<br />Cheryl Angelle - Illinois Birddog Rescue<br />Bridget Booker - Illinois Birddog RescueIBR Blog Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13288963317523600023noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8186589027159446655.post-67339404403556651712011-04-04T15:31:00.023-05:002011-04-26T18:23:56.305-05:00Wes Memorial Fund Donations for the month of AprilA month of many changes. It starts with April Fools day. A day to play pranks. A day to make fools out of people. IBR finds this "fools" day to be very appropriate for the fools that think abandoning dogs is okay. To treat them like they have no feelings. To discard them like trash. What Fools! <br />
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Luckily, April also brings new beginnings with Spring. Sprouting flowers after a long winter. Our dogs are like flowers too. With loving care, they begin to blossom into the dog's they never had the chance to be. <br />
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April brings warmer days and longer daylight to enjoy. For the fortunate dogs in our foster program, they get to enjoy the warmer weather with walks and play into the evenings with people that love them. <br />
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All of this is possible through your donations. Thank you. <br />
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Without your support and compassion, we wouldn't be in a position to provide the basic needs that are so instrumental to their well being.<br />
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Our Deepest Appreciation to the following people for their generous donations;<br />
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Friends of Arlington (TX) Animal Services-Contribution to help with Arlie's HW treatment.<br />
Pepsico Foundation Matching Gifts Program<br />
Philip Angell-The Lucky Kentucky's <br />
Bryan Appel <br />
Kate Bergquist-Contribution for Lord Byron <br />
Christy Carrano <br />
Robin Carroll-In memory of Ripley Von Carroll(who is a pet)for saving Gina <br />
Barbara Davies<br />
Misty Franklin<br />
Roger Groth<br />
Debra Joy <br />
Lee Miller<br />
Carol Malik-Contribution to K9 BREAST CANCER <br />
Douglas Pauschert-Contribution to The Lucky Kentucky's <br />
Randy Schmidt-for Cherise in honor of Cecil (who is a pet). <br />
Tom & Karen Scheidt-Thank you for Lynette.<br />
Victoria Sheridan<br />
Stephanie Spurrier<br />
Jessica Teeter-Contribution to The Lucky Kentucky's <br />
Jeff and Maria Wendler<br />
Len West-For Laura's gas money<br />
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The Koziol Family in loving memory of Riley <a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_D4UHUBBqEF0/S-w_nrcYNxI/AAAAAAAAGiw/zj779HCGbsU/s1600/Russ.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 130px; height: 200px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_D4UHUBBqEF0/S-w_nrcYNxI/AAAAAAAAGiw/zj779HCGbsU/s200/Russ.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5470817598257510162" /></a><br />
made a donation to the K-9 Cancer fund. This is what they had to say about him. " It's hard to believe we lost you to Cancer one year ago. We so enjoyed your zany antics and loved "Life with Riley". <br />
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Sally Kreul-In honor of our wonderful adopted Bobby Brady. He's the love of our family and we can't thank you enough to saving him and his siblings. It's hard to believe its been 5 years since they all made their way to your caring rescue at just 5 months old. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgowBpahsQntmU0d7iouyb0BQV7LRly7TOY3cfevVzHgaL2lPDRUu8CFdRZvwne5Cf7Qv4zmxlGdsEjWD-ovDqFmfP4hTFfsjNhwaD_4wzLz7K4ub6SYvvMFFGpIExSjBFQEV7tfqi162W-/s1600/Bobby+Brady.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="164" width="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgowBpahsQntmU0d7iouyb0BQV7LRly7TOY3cfevVzHgaL2lPDRUu8CFdRZvwne5Cf7Qv4zmxlGdsEjWD-ovDqFmfP4hTFfsjNhwaD_4wzLz7K4ub6SYvvMFFGpIExSjBFQEV7tfqi162W-/s200/Bobby+Brady.jpg" /></a></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8186589027159446655.post-42573991121686792012011-03-01T13:09:00.029-06:002011-04-05T08:43:43.658-05:00Wes Memorial Fund Donations for the month of MarchThe month of the Shamrock <br /><img src="http://ak.webfetti.com/assets/3dani/1/207.gif" width="93" height="133" alt="Webfetti.com" border="0" /><a href="http://www.webfetti.com/download.jhtml?partner=ZKzeb936_ZKxdm503YYUS&utm_campaign=wf_Graphics&utm_source=1052590&utm_medium=wf_blogger&successurl"/></a> <br />which brings luck to those that find it. We, at IBR, feel every month brings us the pot of gold the shamrock offers for all the dogs we are able to help. We couldn't do it without you being the symbol of that lucky shamrock.<img src="http://www.directsmiley.com/cat/8/8_9_17.gif" alt="Webfetti.com" border="0" /><a href="http://www.webfetti.com/download.jhtml?partner=ZKzeb936_ZKxdm503YYUS&utm_campaign=wf_Smiley&utm_source=1059134&utm_medium=wf_wordpress&successurl=http%3A//www.webfetti.com/wordpress/Graphics/Smileys/Holidays/St-Pat%27s-Day/Shamrock-2.jhtml"></a> Thank you for all your contributions. Without your support and compassion, we wouldn't be in a position to provide the basic needs that are so instrumental to their well being.<br /><br />Our Deepest Appreciation to the following people for their generous donations;<br />=============================================<br />Anonymous-Lord Byron<br />Mosaic Feathers & More...-Contribution to The Kentucky Kids<br />Greater Twin Cities United Way Donor Program<br />Jeffrey Barta-Contribution to IBR's Vetting Bills <br />Maureen Bird-For Mocha's treatment<br />Bridget Booker-Contribution to HAVE A HEART<br />Christy Carrano<br />Jenifer Chance-Contribution to HAVE A HEART <br />Amy Christy-Contribution to Louis in loving memory of Blaze <br />Eileen Crofts-Contribution to GEEZERS & GRANNIES <br />Sue DePasquale<br />Anna Fliege-Contribution to Louis also The Kentucky Kids and GEEZERS & GRANNIES <br />Misty Franklin<br />Danelle Gatcombe-Contribution to The Kentucky Kids<br />Mary Patrizi Gasik<br />Nancy Haynes-Contribution to IBR's Vetting Bills <br />Ann Haber<br />Kurt Hargarten<br />Greg Holden <br />Ingrid Larson-Contribution to The Kentucky Kids<br />Penny Lawyer-for the new puppy that looks so sad<br />Jean Loyd<br />Melinda Malecki<br />Carol Malik-Contribution to The Kentucky Kids also For the 'Seniors'<br />Lee Miller<br />Linda Nelson-In honor of our loved Hope and Toby<br />MARY REDFERN-Contribution to The Kentucky Kids<br />Tom & Karen Scheidt-Please keep helping those poor dogs!<br />Christine Selep-Contribution to The Kentucky Kids<br />Victoria Sheridan-ontribution to The Kentucky Kids<br />Mirjana Solujic-Contribution to HAVE A HEART <br />Stephanie Spurrier-Contribution to The Kentucky Kids, also to GEEZERS & GRANNIES <br />Allison Stenger<br />Jeff Wendler<br />Kristy L Zelewsky-Contribution to The Kentucky Kids also Mocha's spayPathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06497123574279952106noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8186589027159446655.post-62469262280102257772011-02-01T00:22:00.031-06:002011-03-09T17:00:07.547-06:00Wes Memorial Fund Donations for the month of February<img style="visibility:hidden;width:0px;height:0px;" border=0 width=0 height=0 src="http://c.gigcount.com/wildfire/IMP/CXNID=2000002.0NXC/bHQ9MTI5NjUwNjkyMzg2MSZwdD*xMjk2NTA3MDM4NjM2JnA9MzYzNjEmZD13YWYtZ3JhcGhpY3Mmbj1ibG9nZ2VyJmc9MSZvPWM3/NzI1ZjdmODM4NTQ2N2ZiOTk1ZGQzYjhkNjdiZjJl.gif" /><a href="http://www.wishafriend.com/graphics/" target="new"><img src="http://i251.photobucket.com/albums/gg294/wafpaf/graphics/valentinesday/valentinesday59.gif" border="0" alt="Myspace Graphics"></a><br />
February is associated with Love,Be Mine,Hugs and My Special Valentine. An occasion to show your love for someone special. That someone, for Illinois Birddog Rescue and the many people like you, are all the furry loves of our lives. The ones that others thought of as disposable love. Like a wrapper on a piece of candy. Something that was sweet when first brought to their heart, but then soured and thrown aside. Unlike those unfortunate souls, we know just how precious all the dogs are that cross our paths. We love them all. And with you generous donations, we all can show them that they will be that sweet candy in our hearts, FOREVER! Thank you for believing in them and us.<br />
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Our Deepest Appreciation to the following people for their generous donations;<br />
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American Charities<br />
Mosaic Feathers & More-Contribution to The Fireworks Litter <br />
Anonymous-Contribution for Rex<br />
Anonymous-Contribution for Sugarland<br />
Bridget Booker-Contribution to Louis <br />
Jenifer Chance-Contribution to Louis the Leaner <br />
John Conto-Contribution to Save Barbi's Leg<br />
KL Robertson Daly<br />
Jaime Davis-Contribution to The Kentucky Kids <br />
Karen Dowdy<br />
Lee DuSold<br />
THOMAS FAVORITE-Contribution to K9 BREAST CANCER <br />
Anna Fliege-Contribution to HAVE A HEART, also to GEEZERS & GRANNIES <br />
Mary Patrizi Gasik<br />
Sally Knapp-Contribution to GEEZERS & GRANNIES<br />
Art & Pat Malcor-Happy Birthday Lisa<br />
Lee Miller<br />
Melissa Murphy<br />
Victoria Sheridan-Contribution to The Kentucky Kids <br />
M Shields-Contribution to The Fireworks Litter <br />
curt Shepherd-Vetting for Leland<br />
Cathy Snyder-Contribution to GEEZERS & GRANNIES, <br />
Stephanie Spurrier-contribution to Have a Heart,also the Kentucky Kids<br />
Stenger Family<br />
Dan Trebil-On behalf of our Setter Chrissy, thanks for all you do<br />
Victoria Sheridan-Contribution to The Fireworks Litter<br />
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Susan Szymanski-In loving memory of our wonderful Taffy. We were given Taffy by a breeder/hoarder because she couldn’t be used for breeding due hip dysphasia. Taffy had been raised as a bench (show) dog. Our son, Tim, used her in 4-H dog obedience and showmanship. She did very well in showmanship due to her training for AKC shows. Obedience was another matter ~ Taffy refused to sit in the ring due to her classes! She would heel perfectly, just didn’t think the sit part was necessary J At the State 4-H Dog show, Tim and Taffy took 1st Place in their class for showmanship. Obedience was very funny to watch. When it came time for the Stand for Exam (at the end of a 6’ leash), Tim put Taffy into a Stand/Stay and walked to the end of the leash. He looked at the Judge, looked back at Taffy, almost told the Judge that they were ready when Taffy “tip toed” to Tim and planted her forehead into his thighs! Even the Judge was laughing! They ended up earning enough points to take 1st Place in Obedience too. We had to put Taffy down when she was about 12 years old due to a malignant brain tumor.<br />
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Tim and Taffy Training for 4-H Showmanship<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjj8HKwRHLbW-3qITMyy9y-u-B5BRmtcDGvjRC4BeotfazP__hAGNM9do2mWjr2d-2fgJinP37zW03m_1HTmVkTmKr7mFazQ9m0M8ANbMhYVgF7w_spJRcZtx1UuYXnD9Um6JK2JpmmBxak/s1600/Taffy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="128" width="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjj8HKwRHLbW-3qITMyy9y-u-B5BRmtcDGvjRC4BeotfazP__hAGNM9do2mWjr2d-2fgJinP37zW03m_1HTmVkTmKr7mFazQ9m0M8ANbMhYVgF7w_spJRcZtx1UuYXnD9Um6JK2JpmmBxak/s200/Taffy.jpg" /></a></div>Dearly Missed. Never Forgotten.Pathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06497123574279952106noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8186589027159446655.post-85434179947277112172011-01-01T00:03:00.028-06:002011-02-27T10:14:15.891-06:00Wes Memorial Fund Donations for the month of January<img border="0" height="0" src="http://c.gigcount.com/wildfire/IMP/CXNID=2000002.0NXC/bT*xJmx*PTEyOTM4NTgyNTYzMjQmcHQ9MTI5Mzg1ODI3Mjc5NyZwPTEyNDEwMzEmZD*mZz*xJm89YjkxNGZjNzQzMmRmNDllZGE2/ZmU4ODJjMGZiMzg4Y2Umb2Y9MA==.gif" style="height: 0px; visibility: hidden; width: 0px;" width="0" /><img alt="Webfetti.com" border="0" height="110" src="http://ak.webfetti.com/assets/3dani/1/943.gif" width="110" /><a href="http://www.webfetti.com/download.jhtml?partner=ZKzeb936_ZKxdm030YYUS&utm_campaign=wf_Graphics&utm_source=20073715&utm_medium=wf_wordpress&successurl=http%3A//www.webfetti.com/wordpress/Graphics/Happy-Holidays/Bring-on-2011.jhtml"></a> <br />
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First on the list for the New Year is to thank all of you that have supported us throughout 2010 with your generous donations. We have made remarkable strides in helping so many needy dogs. Giving them second chances that they would of never seen. Providing necessary medical attention to just about every dog that came through our door.<img style="visibility:hidden;width:0px;height:0px;" border=0 width=0 height=0 src="http://c.gigcount.com/wildfire/IMP/CXNID=2000002.0NXC/bT*xJmx*PTEyOTM4NjEwNzkwOTImcHQ9MTI5Mzg2MTA4MjA2NyZwPTEyNDEwMzEmZD*mZz*xJm89YjkxNGZjNzQzMmRmNDllZGE2/ZmU4ODJjMGZiMzg4Y2Umb2Y9MA==.gif" /><img src="http://ak.webfetti.com/assets/3dani/1/10.gif" width="101" height="81" alt="Webfetti.com" border="0" /><a href="http://www.webfetti.com/download.jhtml?partner=ZKzeb936_ZKxdm030YYUS&utm_campaign=wf_Graphics&utm_source=1052414&utm_medium=wf_wordpress&successurl=http%3A//www.webfetti.com/wordpress/Graphics/Animals/Sick-Dog-in-Bed.jhtml" /></a><br />
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Found fantastic new foster homes and adopters for so many this past year. We are deeply appreciative for all you have done. Truly, without you, IBR came close to closing the door of opportunity for so many 4 legged friends. We really owe you so much more than just a thank you. Please know that we will be forever grateful, and in 2011, we will continue to fight for all dogs brought to our attention and do what is feasibly possible, to help as many as we can. <br />
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Our Deepest Appreciation to the following people for their generous donations;<br />
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Identity Sign & Lighting<br />
The McGraw-Hill Companies Matching Fund<br />
Linda Anderson<br />
Mark Bardoel<br />
Helen Braun-Contribution to IBR's Vetting Bills <br />
Christy Carrano-Contribution to Barbi's Amputation <br />
Kathleen Cheney<br />
Barbara Davies-Contribution to Save Barbi's Leg <br />
Anne & Roger Davis<br />
Sharon Decker<br />
Emily Demone-Contribution to Save Barbi's Leg <br />
Lee DuSold-In loving memory of Gracie,Contribution to Barbi's Amputation <br />
Charles Edwards-To Save IBR<br />
Diane Erwin-Contribution to K9 BREAST CANCER <br />
Anna Fliege-Contribution to K9 BREAST CANCER <br />
Felicia Filippo<br />
Jane Fullett<br />
Mary Gasik<br />
Stephanie Graham-Contribution for Sassy<br />
Norm Green-To help with vetting bills<br />
Carla Guyer<br />
Kurt Hargarten-Contribution to Save Barbi's Leg<br />
CLAUDIA HASLETT-Contribution to Save Barbi's Leg<br />
Sandra Lucas-Contribution to Save Barbi's Leg<br />
Art & Pat Malcor-Help Cher's medical bills<br />
Carol Malik-Contribution to Barbi's Amputation <br />
Lee Miller<br />
Lisa Owen<br />
Douglas Pauschert-Contribution to Save Barbi's Leg <br />
Ronald Petzke-Contribution to Barbi's Amputation <br />
Lynette Ranallo-Contribution to Barbi's Amputation <br />
MARY REDFERN-Contribution to Save Barbi's Leg <br />
Erik Rittenhouse<br />
Grace Ross-Contribution to HAVE A HEART <br />
Tom and Karen Schedit-Thank you a million times for Lynette<br />
Christine Selep<br />
tom & Karen Scheidt-Thank you a million times for Lynette<br />
Stephanie Spurrier-Contribution to Save Barbi's Leg <br />
Marcia Stahl-Contribution to Save Barbi's Leg <br />
Richard Tremblay-Contribution to Barbi's Amputation <br />
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Janet Duval-Here's a picture of her precious Jack with Buckweet<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeETnOS7delmIaaVFtk6GlQaRETg38Qs6IiSfbM_jJQaBFUfVBSzNrTjyk9TvXlKAKSrzVV5XaVsvqdEk3XwFfpxGLrDYGUfgLmFEoz3ifgibwX51GhbMcK7wvYiCEmZTj2U_o0e8CzoxF/s1600/Jack-+August.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="146" width="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeETnOS7delmIaaVFtk6GlQaRETg38Qs6IiSfbM_jJQaBFUfVBSzNrTjyk9TvXlKAKSrzVV5XaVsvqdEk3XwFfpxGLrDYGUfgLmFEoz3ifgibwX51GhbMcK7wvYiCEmZTj2U_o0e8CzoxF/s200/Jack-+August.jpg" /></a></div>=============================================<br />
Ida Scribner-In loving memeory of Brownie, a precious, beautiful GSP that was adopted and loved deeply.<br />
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Norm Green-In loving memory of Rosie. We miss her very much. Norm, Caroline and Riley<br />
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Stephanie Spurrier-with adopted Harlee and Molly<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEaD9X5PeAQmj9-oOsTPsxr9jFDT7eVLS03GoXB0asTJIwx5LpegLo58gKqlRGhU1UhZ99kCl6IPCCeuzVlg9RHrtVt7-UGC3XIf2sej10-qi2S-qFM6LjLJgmTX4eq67LPgT2n9Hhpf-o/s1600/Harlee+and+Molly+bird+watching.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="150" width="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEaD9X5PeAQmj9-oOsTPsxr9jFDT7eVLS03GoXB0asTJIwx5LpegLo58gKqlRGhU1UhZ99kCl6IPCCeuzVlg9RHrtVt7-UGC3XIf2sej10-qi2S-qFM6LjLJgmTX4eq67LPgT2n9Hhpf-o/s200/Harlee+and+Molly+bird+watching.jpg" /></a></div>and Scout<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipW4NVKoIGGM82kxC7ZipPtFZoz568USueGmTunKO11JcrONxXM1VD5CTcgPD6v5DG4EqGw5bq9H5f9zGM_xDRFpdSNkcf2jP_TFX3-EEg0a-oCUvN5dMX-gY65yH_Y1Uz9zPF8eKofGvw/s1600/Scout.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="150" width="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipW4NVKoIGGM82kxC7ZipPtFZoz568USueGmTunKO11JcrONxXM1VD5CTcgPD6v5DG4EqGw5bq9H5f9zGM_xDRFpdSNkcf2jP_TFX3-EEg0a-oCUvN5dMX-gY65yH_Y1Uz9zPF8eKofGvw/s200/Scout.jpg" /></a></div>Pathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06497123574279952106noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8186589027159446655.post-63802533152681479842010-12-02T20:45:00.004-06:002011-02-20T12:24:06.336-06:00Wes Memorial Fund Donations for the month of December<img border="0" height="0" src="http://c.gigcount.com/wildfire/IMP/CXNID=2000002.0NXC/bT*xJmx*PTEyOTM4NTc4Mjg1NjgmcHQ9MTI5Mzg1Nzg*OTk*OSZwPTEyNDEwMzEmZD*mZz*xJm89YjkxNGZjNzQzMmRmNDllZGE2/ZmU4ODJjMGZiMzg4Y2Umb2Y9MA==.gif" style="height: 0px; visibility: hidden; width: 0px;" width="0" /><img alt="Webfetti.com" border="0" height="150" src="http://ak.webfetti.com/assets/3dani/1/913.gif" /><br /><br />December is filled with special holidays for many different cultures. One common thread they all share, the love to give from the heart. IBR has been so blessed this year and holiday season from so many caring people. We've had the opportunity to save more dogs this year than ever before. We've learned so much from the horrible illnesses these dogs have suffered from. But we've also been fortunate to give a second chance to those with severe medical issues. To watch them heal and live once again. All because of you! <br /><br />IBR would like to wish everyone the joyous celebration of your holiday and a New Year filled with wishes coming true. <br /><img alt="Webfetti.com" border="0" src="http://ak.webfetti.com/assets/3dani/1/661.gif" /><br /><br /><br />Our Deepest Appreciation to the following people for their generous donations;<br />=============================================<br />Anonymous-For Maks<br />i-Give online members-Thank you all for using i-Give for searches and buying through them.<br />The McGraw-Hill Companies-matching donation with Melissa Murphy<br />Mosaic Feathers & More<br />Otto's Cyclery<br />Tina Bach-Merry Christmas IBR <br />Jeffrey Barta-Save IBR<br />Lisa Bloss-Merry Christmas from Ashley & Scout<br />Chris Bradford-Save IBR<br />Nancy Bye--Contribution to To Save IBR <br />Terri L. Cheema-Contribution to To Save IBR<br />Eileen Crofts-Merry Christmas<br />Jaime Davis-Contribution to To Save IBR <br />James Davis<br />Lee DuSold<br />Anna Fliege-Contribution to Louis<br />Melissa Fronek-Thank you for saving our Butchy Boy! He is still happy and healthly celebrating his 10th B-Day <br />Mary Patrizi Gasik<br />Ann Haber<br />John Haber-A gift on behalf of Ann Haber<br />Kathy Headley-Contribution to Mandi and Sassy<br />Kathleen Hauer-Save IBR<br />John Hoffman<br />Lenny, Ellie and Howard<br />Kathleen Iwanyshyn-contribution for Louis<br />Denise Kerr<br />Maureen Koziol<br />Marissa Lawrence- Contribution for Maks<br />Mark Lerocca<br />Mary and Jean Loyd-Merry Christmas!<br />Carol Malik-Contribution to Louis <br />Tawny McBride-Contribution for Ella<br />Lee Miller<br />Mjelissa Murphy-Merry Christmas<br />Eric O'Brien<br />Mary O'Brien-Contribution to Mandi and Sassy <br />Douglas Pauschert-Save IBR<br />Mike, Libbie, and Charlyn Pelter-Praline wants to help more dogs find a happy home.<br />Kimberly Popa-On behalf of Joe and Hope Popa-Merry Christmas! <br />Nicolette Popa<br />Lynette Ranallo-Contribution to To Save IBR <br />Danielle Radtke<br />Gina Rubino-Contribution to Louis <br />Tom & Karen Scheidt<br />Wendy Schild-Merry Christmas IBR! <br />Marty Siegrist-Contribution to a Sweet HW+ Setter<br />Stephanie Spurrier-Contribution to Louis<br />Shannon Steffey<br />Tina-Merry Christmas IBR<br />Tom and Karen Scheidt-In loving memory of Clair and our new love, IBR adopted, Lynette<br />Tucker Straley<br />Fred Szponer-in the name of St. Charles Veterinary Clinic<br />Danielle Wojdyla-Save IBR<br />==========================================<br />Robin Dillon-Contribution to To Save IBR with love of my heart, Jaeger.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjs7PoPAzCd7FX6jd6nrXMoMtCVyQJt1C2r_nVfBde9AQO3mvmXxBiT6QzZGpReCMQv0znRkIlyDSdnZRbW2wZrGNFN0EJAxCUNm6-wAYmhRuBw1JugBBWC3J_g-iJYpqXkoksl6c_JraZ/s1600/Egypt+200.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjs7PoPAzCd7FX6jd6nrXMoMtCVyQJt1C2r_nVfBde9AQO3mvmXxBiT6QzZGpReCMQv0znRkIlyDSdnZRbW2wZrGNFN0EJAxCUNm6-wAYmhRuBw1JugBBWC3J_g-iJYpqXkoksl6c_JraZ/s320/Egypt+200.JPG" width="239" /></a></div>==========================================<br />Pelter Family-Praline wants to help more dogs find a happy home-<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxO8R5tCbv4rIlGmbRHKdw-u4d1uuQKezWOfLzuWW53o-ildoOA7T8La-Hia7M9rYkRcPYKFF15QzY46OCKsOXzvaLPOLGHVMtNiQBzFtucSJt0fOdknJmxmWmPeZw9XMntloJ7OK-PJo/s1600/Praline+close+up.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5454807215873034562" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxO8R5tCbv4rIlGmbRHKdw-u4d1uuQKezWOfLzuWW53o-ildoOA7T8La-Hia7M9rYkRcPYKFF15QzY46OCKsOXzvaLPOLGHVMtNiQBzFtucSJt0fOdknJmxmWmPeZw9XMntloJ7OK-PJo/s320/Praline+close+up.jpg" style="cursor: hand; float: left; height: 240px; margin: 0px 10px 10px 0px; width: 320px;" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8186589027159446655.post-6526244026158320942010-11-01T06:32:00.001-05:002010-12-13T10:16:56.860-06:00Wes Memorial Fund Donations for the month of November<img src="http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/8/8_5_15.gif" alt="Webfetti.com" border="0"><br />While we enjoy a fest of fine food and good company that this month brings on Thanksgiving, we can't forget the dogs that wonder aimlessly through the streets looking for their next meal and a warm place to rest. Through the endless efforts of many dedicated animal control officers, volunteers, and kind hearted people, like yourselves, we, at Illinois Birddog Rescue, are able to offer them their meal and the warmth from a loving home to rest their weary bodies. We would like to give thanks to each and every one of you that has helped accomplish this task. Without your support and compassion, we wouldn't be in a position to provide this basic need that is so instrumental to their well being. <br /><br />Our Deepest Appreciation to the following people for their generous donations;<br />=============================================<br />Complete Pet Nutrition<br />Great Plains Pointer Rescue <br />Judy Besler-Contribution to Kensington <br />Carol A Brill-Save IBR<br />Kelli Cameron-Save IBR <br />Christy Carrano-Contribution to BOregard and Kensington-Save IBR<br />Jenifer Chance-Save IBR <br />Bryan Cleal-Contribution to BOregard <br />Barbara Davies-Save IBR<br />Jaime Davis-Save IBR<br />Elizabeth G Dempsey-Save IBR<br />Emily Demone<br />Matt Ellison-Contribution to Ragtime <br />Danelle Ericksen-Save IBR<br />Colleen Farning-Save IBR<br />Dolores Favorite & Aunt Eileen<br />Tom Favorite-Contribution to Kensington,Save IBR<br />Felicia Filippo-Save IBR<br />Don Fleming- contribution for Bo<br />Anna Fliege-Save IBR<br />Misty Franklin-Save IBR<br />D Greenwood-Contribution to Kensington <br />Kurt Hargarten-Save IBR<br />Kathi Hauer-Save IBR<br />Cindy Hermann-Save IBR<br />Greg Holden<br />Sarajean Howells-Save IBR<br />Laura Jones-Contribution to Mandi and Sassy <br />Enid Keiner-Save IBR<br />George Kelly-Save IBR<br />Sandi Klein<br />Maureen Koziol-Save IBR<br />Penny Lawyer-Save IBR<br />Cate Lindemann-Save IBR<br />Carol Malik-Save IBR<br />Tracy Mathis<br />Heather McCullough-Save IBR<br />Lee Miller<br />Melissa Murphy-Save IBR also A Sweet HW+ Setter <br />Douglas Pauschert-Save IBR <br />Joseph Popa-Save IBR <br />Jeri Predny-Save IBR<br />Yousria Salem-Save IBR<br />Tom and Karen Scheidt-Thanks for Lynette & keep helping those dogs! <br />Brett Schulze <br />Erik Simmons-Save IBR<br />LIZ SMITH-Contribution to Louis <br />James Singer-Save IBR <br />Pam Szponer<br />Kristy Zelewsky-Contribution to Kensington<br />Travis Zilch-Save IBR<br />==================================<br />Nicollette Popa-In memory of Charles Morrow on behalf of Joe and Hope Popa. The donation was made by Nick Jr., Nick, Mary, Nicki, Mike, Kim, Chrisy, Brian and all the nieces and nephews.<br /><br />Dave Jones-In honor and special memories of Lily-now living in Minnesota. Always in our heart and thoughts. We miss you. (Due to health reasons, the family had to give Lilly a new home. IBR was happy to help find the perfect one.)Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8186589027159446655.post-52007279702030448852010-10-05T21:16:00.000-05:002010-12-28T15:37:11.286-06:00Wes Memorial Fund Donations for the month of Octoberbrings "trick or treat" and our dogs are happy to oblige. They provide many tricks, some we've never seen before, and the treat is just knowing that they have a second chance of giving someone the special love only they can give. Without your generous support and compassion, this wouldn't happen. Thank you is such a small sentence, but it has such a big heartfelt meaning..<img src="http://ak.webfetti.com/assets/3dani/1/489.gif" alt="Webfetti.com" border="0"><br/><a href="http://www.webfetti.com/download.jhtml?partner=ZKzeb008_ZKxdm030YYUS&utm_campaign=wf_3d_graphic&utm_source=1170147&utm_medium=wf_myspace" > </a><br/> Our Deepest Appreciation to the following people for their generous donations;<br />==========================================<br />Elizabeth Abbott-Contribution to Sugar Betsy Cindy Max<br />Gary Berg<br />Christy Carrano-Contribution to Mandi and Tamborine also Sugar Betsy Cindee & Max as well as Leland & Windsor and Sweet Myrna's Care plus Bonnie's Vetting and Kensignton <br />Dino DePasquale-Contribution to Sugar Betsy Cindy Max <br />Diane Erwin-Contribution to Kensington<br />Mary Jo Fairbanks<br />Tom Favorite-Contribution to Sugar Betsy Cindy Max <br />Anna Fliege-Contribution to Mandi and Tamborine also Sugar Betsy Cindy Max <br />Pamela Fenstermaker-Contribution to Kensington <br />Katharine Grider-Contribution to Kensington <br />Kurt Hargarten-Contribution to Sugar Betsy Cindy Max <br />Cindy Hermann-Contribution to Kensington <br />Emily Hommen-Contribution to Sugar Betsy Cindy Max <br />Jodi Jenkins <br />Debra Joy-Contribution to Kensington <br />Christine Lawrence & Sue West are Dash's Angels. These 2 woman saved him. <br />Carol Malik-Contribution to Sugar Betsy Cindy Max also To support Popcorn AKA Candy Corn and her partner in crime, Angela and not to forget Kensington and Contribution to Boregard <br />Kathryn Marcinak-Contribution to Kensington <br />Karen McAdams-Contribution to Mandi and Tamborine <br />Lee Miller<br />Melissa Murphy-Contribution to Kensington <br />Doug Pauschert-Contribution to Sugar Betsy Cindy Max also Kensington<br />Eric Rittenhouse<br />Tom Scheidt-Thanks for Lynette & keep helping those dogs!<br />Marcia Stahl-Contribution to Leland & Windsor <br />Pamela Szponer <br />Nikki Tabony-Contribution to Kensington <br />Tiffany Vernon-Vetting for Murphy <br />Gwen Washburn<br />Kristy L Zelewsky-Contribution to Sugar Betsy Cindy Max<br />==========================================<br />Dr. Mark Appleby-loves Pointers. His girls, Bess: Black&White Casey-Mae (our rescue): Liver and white <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhx35wdbyu5HrH85noUepbqXvG05BR2txbCQrM3Mid251zoLMBk-EyXnHbxAoOfO8Y-MuF9qobnl8Zfvxm1Mkn7KnQVW7yAvlCEKwP45HRMRwQjB5C2ZeeZw_SF5e1pRyP1bfPXQO1wuc8c/s1600/IMG_4277.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhx35wdbyu5HrH85noUepbqXvG05BR2txbCQrM3Mid251zoLMBk-EyXnHbxAoOfO8Y-MuF9qobnl8Zfvxm1Mkn7KnQVW7yAvlCEKwP45HRMRwQjB5C2ZeeZw_SF5e1pRyP1bfPXQO1wuc8c/s200/IMG_4277.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5525655093226064962" /></a><br />==========================================<br />Kathi Hauer-Contribution to Sugar Betsy Cindy Max in honor of left to right: Zinser, Rio, & Sunny<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhEcyK2nuMypQ8rrdNxIX8denIGPKVI7ISm01l95wYKVTCIhPjB4wAb-9DDQNwp_Ky5dka5apFbtQExzvLxjyhX9h95ozsycTdWAHCsgAQNRjF5CPcEdyHThxIuxWErsVZRWSPRgBLs5eJ/s1600/dogs.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhEcyK2nuMypQ8rrdNxIX8denIGPKVI7ISm01l95wYKVTCIhPjB4wAb-9DDQNwp_Ky5dka5apFbtQExzvLxjyhX9h95ozsycTdWAHCsgAQNRjF5CPcEdyHThxIuxWErsVZRWSPRgBLs5eJ/s200/dogs.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5524769309281462466" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8186589027159446655.post-61007018722420493562010-09-11T15:21:00.001-05:002010-09-30T13:37:21.798-05:00Wes Memorial Fund Donations for the month of September<img src="http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/8/8_4_152.gif" alt="Webfetti.com" border="0"><br/>Labor Day is thought of as the working man's holiday. Illinois Birddog Rescue doesn't get the day off. We work very hard each and every day, 24/7, to ensure the safety and well being of all the dogs that we are capable of helping. We have you to thank for this. Without your generous donations, we suspect that this holiday wouldn't be one of cheer, but one of fear. Fear that we didn't do all we could to help those in need. Thank you for believing in us and our cause.<br /><br />Our Deepest Appreciation to the following people for their generous donations;<br />=============================================<br />Karen Aamotsbakken-In honor of Duncan--my Kentucky-found, saved-by-IBR setter <br />Elizabeth Abbott-For sweet old Homer <br />Jeffrey Barta-Contribution to Bonnie's Vetting,Sweet Myrna's Care and Sugar Betsy Cindy Max <br />Kelli Cameron-Contribution to Leland & Windsor <br />John Conto-For Cindy in Kentucky <br />Christy Carrano-Contribution to Sugar, Betsy, Cindy, Max<br />Jaime Davis-Contribution to Myrna's Care<br />Susan DePasquale-Food Donation :o)<br />Susan Depner<br />Lee Dusold<br />Colleen Farning-In honor of Calvin Doodle - our beloved pointer rescued by IBR <br />Thomas Favorite-Contribution to Bonnie's Vetting <br />Anna L. Fliege-With thanks from Fletcher & Georg <br />Linda Graziano-For Max the orange & white Setter from Jamie the orange & white Setter <br />Kathi Hauer-Our bird dog family thanks you!! <br />Noreen Heyde<br />Greg Holden <br />Debra Joy<br />Sally Knapp-Contribution to Leland & Windsor <br />Michele Mack-In honor of Lucky and Dune - masters of unconditional love! <br />Carol Malik-Contribution to Leland & Windsor<br />Shannon McGarity-Contribution to Leland & Windsor <br />Lee Miller<br />Melissa Murphy-Contribution to Sugar Betsy Cindy Max& Sweet Myrna's care <br />Linda Nelson-Use this however you need most!<br />Stephanie Franchini-Osberg-Contribution to Bonnie's Vetting <br />Kathleen S Priestley-Contribution to Sugar, Betsy, Cindy, Max<br />Lynette Ranallo-Contribution to Sweet Myrna's Care <br />Erik Rittenhouse<br />Tom and Karen Scheidt-Please keep helping those dogs! <br />Tammy and John Scott-In honor of our wonderful IBR dogs King Arthur and Mulberry! <br />Elizabeth Stephens Donation to help send Petey to the Nationals.<br />Meghann Thomas<br />Dean Turner-Contribution to Sugar Betsy Cindy Max <br />Mike & Steph Ward-With love from Ellie! <br />Nancy Witzigreuter-For Leland's care <br /><br /><br />TO ALL OF YOU THAT HAVE DONATED THROUGH THE PURCHSE OF RAFFLE TICKETS. <br />=======================================<br />Ann Haber <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvsCcgvA_8Q49wkZN1edTw-uym1VHH2DdqrdGIAzPJkcrdFQt1x6eNDC99KvctfMoNTa0ivaLF4U3lLBy5LQg0AdXV1My7pRDUo3955i4FvbKuUL6p6RgWrspMfelaKGPsNsR2Xm2VR8jF/s1600/P1160523.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvsCcgvA_8Q49wkZN1edTw-uym1VHH2DdqrdGIAzPJkcrdFQt1x6eNDC99KvctfMoNTa0ivaLF4U3lLBy5LQg0AdXV1My7pRDUo3955i4FvbKuUL6p6RgWrspMfelaKGPsNsR2Xm2VR8jF/s200/P1160523.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5519715003966914674" /></a>(adopted)Abby,Sky,Jack,Morgan<br />=======================================<br />Jim Crawford adopted Chauncey aka Jimmy Choo <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7ZbfoRIBUKFAL4HN9JVMxknznVg6D1Xd-HfLbwlW4__SHxj62Uf3wWM8Pr5wLxQsg5E5_SlMdE7ClqmVtAy-nKg3kg_3hXNd3ad1qqXDNE1LDqzabKkP7k9f9YkyU3qd5xuSGS6yCKMwQ/s1600/JIMMY+resz+6.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7ZbfoRIBUKFAL4HN9JVMxknznVg6D1Xd-HfLbwlW4__SHxj62Uf3wWM8Pr5wLxQsg5E5_SlMdE7ClqmVtAy-nKg3kg_3hXNd3ad1qqXDNE1LDqzabKkP7k9f9YkyU3qd5xuSGS6yCKMwQ/s200/JIMMY+resz+6.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5522776683107001970" /></a> <br />=======================================<br />Sonya Hene in honor of her handsome adopted Irish Setter, Addison formerly Flynn.<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2xwdirJu1ZNFL6-qPR-Q2GIpoYzbfgMN1JB_5y0tKKzI-sfOLV-7Og_j5L2w5PV7wwAawoiLivSo_w3_C3VTbBBpce495L9bADlIw6NmslcpICOwcKffyAJ_FBNXWtdwE55Go-42h2yVk/s1600/Addison.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 150px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2xwdirJu1ZNFL6-qPR-Q2GIpoYzbfgMN1JB_5y0tKKzI-sfOLV-7Og_j5L2w5PV7wwAawoiLivSo_w3_C3VTbBBpce495L9bADlIw6NmslcpICOwcKffyAJ_FBNXWtdwE55Go-42h2yVk/s200/Addison.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5520116434344414386" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8186589027159446655.post-71396801002114383072010-08-23T22:24:00.001-05:002010-12-28T15:36:00.779-06:00Wes Memorial Fund Donations for the month of AugustOur Deepest Appreciation to the following people for their generous donations;<br />=============================================<br />HSBC PHILANTHROPIC PROGRAM<br />Anonymous donation for Polki-Dot in memory of Zoe<br />Dogenes Inc. donation for Myrna's care<br />Jaime Davis donation for Ravenna KY Urgent Momma and Puppy Super Mutts<br />Dino and Sue DePasquale donation for Ravenna KY Urgent Momma and Puppy Super Mutts<br />Lee Dusold for Radar and Gracie Support <br />Susan Herrmann donation for Myrna's care <br />Greg Holden donation for Bonnie's care<br />Sharon Hohl<br />Noreen Heyde-vet bill for Mandolin<br />Lori Jones In honor of Lily <br />Kristina Krumdick<br />Johnny Langdale<br />Brittany Lockwood<br />Kathryn Marcinak Kate & Sweet Pea wishing the best to IBR :) <br />Yukiko McFaling donation for Donneigh and Kimberley <br />Lee Miller <br />Eric Osberg donation for Bonnie Lynn Raitt care<br />Thomas Scheidt <br />Fred Szponer donation for Bonnie Lynn Raitt care<br />============================================<br />Christy and Otto Carrano of Otto's Cyclery in memory of their adopted Pike (GSP), who lived a great life of 15 years.<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_D4UHUBBqEF0/TIwxykw-LlI/AAAAAAAAG0U/MhDrOT3CPqw/s1600/Pike.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_D4UHUBBqEF0/TIwxykw-LlI/AAAAAAAAG0U/MhDrOT3CPqw/s320/Pike.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5515838388554313298" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8186589027159446655.post-25875148199153154742010-07-01T20:04:00.001-05:002010-09-11T21:09:02.776-05:00Wes Memorial Fund Donations for the month of July<img src="http://ak.webfetti.com/assets/glitter/0/427.gif" alt="Webfetti.com" border="0"><br/> The Declaration of Independence by Thomas Jefferson and adopted by Congress on July 4th, 1776, states in part, “All men are created equal”; they enjoy “unalienable Rights” these rights include “Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” <br /><br />Illinois Birddog Rescue believes "Freedom" from neglect and abuse plus the "Independence" from cruelty are "unalienable Rights" given to all creatures. Without your generous donations, we would not be in a position to ensure "Life, Liberty, or the pursuit of Happiness" that over 800 dogs have come to know. Thank each and everyone of you for your belief in us.<br /><br />Our Deepest Appreciation to the following people for their generous donations;<br />=============================================<br />Allstate Giving Champaign<br />Anonymous donation<br />Laura Alfieri <br />7/28/2010 I'd like 35 raffle tickets for the bench <br />Christina Bach and Kathy Sorich made a donation in memory of Jania Ekstowicz. <br />Christy Carrano <br />Jaime Davis <br />Nancy Hahn,Jim Holland and their adopoted dog,Dusty to celebrate Dawn Hahn's birthday<br />The Hansen family in gratitude for saving Rosey<br />Rebecca La Verne<br />Lee Miller<br />Melissa Murphy<br />L Nelson <br />Orange & Blue Distributing Co. <br />Tom and Karen ScheidtUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8186589027159446655.post-66420486081912662262010-06-13T16:05:00.001-05:002010-09-11T21:18:17.789-05:00Wes Memorial Fund Donations for the month of JuneThe beginning of warmer days. Vacations with family. Long walks on a summer's eve with your beloved companion<img src="http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/16/16_2_27.gif" alt="Webfetti.com" border="0"><br/> <br /><br />IBR hopes that all of this comes true for the many dogs that are waiting in the wings for someone to share their love of the great outdoors with. We hope that through our devotion to bring in the strays, abandoned, and forgotten's and help them heal from their past, that their future with you will be a blessing for both of you. Through your help and continued belief in our program, we will continue to make happy dogs and try our best to also give them healthy days ahead.<br /><br /><br />Our Deepest Appreciation to the following people for their generous donations;<br />=============================================<br />Pepsico Foundation<br />Stacy Bailey<br />The Bytner Family Thanks for all your help IBR <br />Jaime Davis Get well soon, Ollie! <br />Dino & Susan Depasquale<br />Dawn Hahn From all the Hahn's to Ollie...and our prayers... <br />The Malcor Family<br />Eduardo Matos<br />Lee Miller<br />Erik Rittenhouse<br />The Scheidt Family Thank you a million times for Lynette <br />Marcia Stahl For any dog because of reading about Ollie <br />Justine Vanderleun<br /><br />=============================================<br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_D4UHUBBqEF0/TB6SvwfaZcI/AAAAAAAAGwc/IFPfSDKr8yo/s1600/ollie.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_D4UHUBBqEF0/TB6SvwfaZcI/AAAAAAAAGwc/IFPfSDKr8yo/s320/ollie.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5484982745352005058" /></a>Oliie is one of many special dogs in our care. Through generous donations, Ollie will continue to receive his much needed help. Thank you, Jaime Davis, Dawn Hawn and Marcis Stahl.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com