It runs over $10,000 a month for us to keep the rescue center open each month... That is the rent, the electricity (over a $1,000 a month - we get no discounts because we are a nonprofit), the cleaning supplies, food, etc.
So far this year we have paid $78,000 in vet bills and meds... And the year has not ended yet...
The TLC volunteers spend over 300 hours PER WEEK to keep the rescue center open... We start at 7AM every day (some start earlier than that) and at least three of us are there to end of the day, closing... We are ALWAYS asking for volunteers who are willing to come in for at least 4 hours each week on a consistent basis so the dogs we save are well taken care of...
This doesn't include the extra hours needed to bathe the dogs, transport the dogs to the vets, etc... Just the bare minimums to take care of the dogs and to be open 7 days a week so the general public can come in, fall in love with a furbaby and adopt...
In my mind, you are either committed year round to stopping the needless killing of healthy adoptable dogs or you are not... One day in the year (#GivingTuesday) is not going to change the tide of unwanted pets flooding our county's shelter, and in turn, us trying to stop the ticking clock of death awaiting them as a temporary stop on their journey to a furever home...
So, here it goes - if you are willing and support what we do, please set up a recurring donation each month to help keep the rescue center open year-round... It is tax deductible and you will be part of saving a dog's life... Not just today but throughout the year... Use the drop-down menu on that page to set up a $20 a month donation up to a $1,000 a month donation - as you can see, each level makes a BIG difference in the life of a rescued dog or puppy we will save because of your support and help!
Just as important or maybe even more important, I am asking you to '#hashtag' every day of the week for a better life this upcoming year - both for you and your furbaby...
Make it a 'date night' each Tuesday to come home, put on your jammy-jams and curl up with your dog on the couch...
Love up on them and remind them how much you love them...
Watch a movie, hang out and enjoy the time... Give them a massage and tell them all your secrets and dreams... I promise you that they will keep them...
You'll feel better for the time spent and your furbabies will love the quiet time with you...
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| Segen @ tinylovingcanines.org |
#WishingWednesday... Find the time to give them a bath, take them on a ride with you when running your errands...
Or take them to the groomers and get their nails clipped...
Set up that vet appointment that's needed and you can't find time for...
A healthy, happy and clean dog is a joy to behold... A sick, dirty and unhappy dog makes for a stinky bed partner... (come to think of it, this works for spouses and partners also, but I digress... )
Maintenance day this is... Once a week, but oh, so needed!!..
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| PupPup with new furever mom |
#TerrificThursday...
Oh, that extra special treat day...
Teach your dog a new trick and work on socializing them...
Meet your friends at Starbucks and sit outside... Teach your furbaby to be friendly and see strangers without barking at them...
Do something special with your pooches that is just terrific and does not happen any other day of the week...
Explore something new and different!
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| Doc @tinylovingcanines.org |
Take a walk in the park with your furbaby... 15 minutes and your dog will just adore the time spent and being with you - they will look forward to it all week long and it will relieve the stress of your busy week...
If you are not a walker, do some 'park-people-watching'... Find a bench and absorb nature with your BFF, watching people and reflecting on just how great life is, ya know? Much better than the alternative for sure!
Or jump on the bike (motorized or not) and just take a ride... Your pooch will LOVE it!
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| Funyun @ tinylovingcanines.org |
Instead of sleeping in late and dragging through your day --- get up early and do your weekly chores...
Instead of having to rush, rush, rush all day, get the work out of the way early so you can play later...
Make a point on the hour to stop, pet your dog and tell them how much you love them!
They don't know how many things you have to get done, but they will help you finish this day with a smile on your face and love in your heart... Seize SensationalSaturday and make it not only a productive day, but a sensational day for your pet!
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| Kassie @tinylovingcanines.org |
Regeneration time to get ready for the next week coming...
Your dog is going to miss you while you are at work as much as you will be missing them...
So make the time to bond, relax and reconnect... It is good for you and your mental health... GREAT for your furbaby who needs you in body, heart and soul as much as you need them!
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| Prince @ tinylovingcanines.org |
They love you just as you are and unconditionally... So when you walk into the door, it is a Homecoming EVERY time... What better way to end a MiserableMonday than that waggy tail and happiness at seeing you, huh?
It takes only 15 minutes a day of quality, one-on-one time with your pooch to maintain a great quality of life... No cell phones, no distractions... Just you and yours - the equation of 'just being there' versus a part of the environment and home life.. (i.e. "We have a dog") and trust me, you will find yours is a better, enriched life and your pooch will have a bond that will withstand the years of their life they give to you.
That's all it takes... Simple, huh? I KNOW you can do it!
Linda,
TLC Director
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