A Pawsative Experience

With the warm weather upon us, it sure feels like spring has sprung. The birds are chirping, the trees are budding, and the grass is greening. Although the Katandy Triple Threat Calendar lists March 13 as the start of spring, the average bear doesn't come out of hibernation until the official start of spring on March 20. Congratulations to those of you who found the intentional mistake! Give yourself a paw on the back.

Speaking of paws, I helped "man" our Dog Scout Troop 161 booth at PawsAbilities yesterday. PawsAbilities is a two-day community celebration of the ways dogs can brighten lives. This annual, charitable event benefits Susquehanna Service Dogs.

Newman − Scout in Training − demonstrates his commitment to always having at least two clean up bags with him. Good Boy!

Experienced Dog Scouts Rowdy and Ransom
take a break to smile for the camera 

I also spent some time speaking with volunteers at the Adopt A Boxer Rescue booth and meeting Eve, a special needs boxer who has had a "ruff" start in life, including several surgeries for ACL tears. 

Meet Eve, a special needs boxer in AABR's care

Adopt a Boxer Rescue is an all-volunteer charitable organization formed to rescue, rehabilitate, and re-home unwanted and abandoned boxer dogs within the northeast United States. AABR's Mission mission includes hands-on rescue, as well as education. AABR strives to inform others about the realities of pet ownership, promote neutering, and encourage responsible care.

AABR is a collective effort of volunteers working together, pooling resources, and sharing goals. As many of you know, Roger and I have done some fundraising for this important organization in the past which included raising $1,000 to help Sassy Mae who suffered severe injuries from a dog attack last spring. Won't you please consider helping us help boxers by making a tax-deductible donation today. No gift is too small. 

Checks can be mailed to:
Adopt A Boxer Rescue

P.O. Box 423
Harrison, NY 10528

Or you can donate using PayPal

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