We are writing to you today on behalf of the Bark Heard Around the World Team www.barkaroundtheworld.com , the Beverly Animal Shelter in Waterloo, NY, www.beverlyanimalshelteronline.com, and the thousands of dogs throughout this country who are suffering in puppy mills, to tell you about the 3rd annual event planned for May 22, 2010 in Syracuse, NY at the state fairgrounds:
The Bark Heard Around the World!
Education – Awareness – Advocacy
Silence equals consent. . . .
Saturday, May 22, 2010
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
The story of mill dogs is familiar to many of us in rescue: Winnie had all her teeth removed at her first dental and during her spay it was discovered that her uterus was filled with fluid – a spay spared her pyometra; Meri Chrismiss was left with 4 teeth after her dental and she had surgery to remove mammary tumors; Tasha had over 100 stitches when her mammary tumors were surgically removed; Holly ran at the slightest sound or when a door opened or keys were placed on the table; These are just a few of the hundreds of thousands of dogs that have suffered at the hands of uncaring millers, breeding for the sole purpose of the cash these creatures can produce.
What do all of these dogs have in common? They are all rescues from sub-standard kennels; they come from multiple states throughout this great country. Inhumane treatment of dogs in puppy mills is not isolated to any one state; it happens everywhere. This is a national problem and we are holding a national event to meet three main goals: Education – Awareness – Advocacy.
We need and ask for your help, more importantly; the dogs need your voice. Please join us and be a part of The Bark Heard Around the World in Syracuse, NY on May 22nd. If not, we hope you will consider sponsoring an activity in your home state that same day.
Rescue groups all across the United States have been working together to make the plight of the puppy mill dogs known to the public. We are making progress, even more mills were closed in 2009. We need to continue to get the word out, to show the photos of the dogs and tell about their medical problems – we can make 2010 the year that millers will refer to as the end of inhumane treatment in their kennels.
The event will be held in the Center of Progress Building at the New York State Fairgrounds – rain or shine, we will be dry. We are planning a day full of informational guest speakers sharing stories of the mill survivors and educating the public about legislation needed to stop this inhumanity. For those who plan to arrive on Friday evening, you are invited to attend the candlelight vigil at 8:00 pm . The details are being finalized and more information will be forthcoming.
We are working very hard to keep costs low, however, based on last year’s event, we know we need to raise a minimum of $10,000 to cover all of the associated expenses including the use of the facility, liability insurance and media information. Space for a 10 x 10 foot booth will be available to rescue groups for a pre-registration fee of $20.00, two 10 x 10 foot spaces for rescues will be $30.00.
We would like to ask all rescues/shelters to help with the promotion of this event by cross posting this email everywhere and getting the word out to others in their area through flyers, emails and public/community service announcements. Please plan to join us for the 2nd Annual Bark Heard Around the World either in Syracuse or by helping with an activity in your own location. (Please see attached registration form)
What everyone can do right now to help:
- Visit our website at http://ssomail.charter.net/do/redirect?url=http%253A%252F%252Fwww.barkaroundtheworld.com%252F and print the flyer and brochure, make copies and pass out in your area
- Get the word out to others by adding a link to our website on your website
- Promote The Bark Heard Around the World in your newsletters
- Participate in upcoming fundraising events to raise money for Bark
- Become a Bark Volunteer by joining http://ssomail.charter.net/do/redirect?url=http%253A%252F%252Fpets.groups.yahoo.com%252Fgroup%252Fbark_vol
- If you are unable to attend the event in Syracuse, consider a local activity that same day, we can offer you ideas -
- Please consider a tax exempt donation of $5.00 or $10.00 to help us fund the Bark event – donations via PayPal can be sent to: http://ssomail.charter.net/do/redirect?url=http%253A%252F%252Fus.mc366.mail.yahoo.com%252Fmc%252Fcompose%253Fto%253Dcascade%2540cnyemail.com – note this is for BARK, or you can mail a check to:
- Please make checks payable to Beverly Animal Shelter/Bark.
Bark Heard Around the World
c/o Eileen Franco
P.O. Box 482
Seneca Fall, NY 13148
All over the United States, rescue groups are working hard to end the cruel conditions endured by dogs in puppy mills – individuals are educating their neighbors, rescues and shelters are working with the community to make them aware of life in a mill, and groups are advocating for regulations through their legislators. Come join us – many voices speaking in unison for the dogs.
Thank you,
The Bark Heard Around the World Team
2010 Rescue/Shelter Registration Form
Name of Organization_______________________________________________________________
Address__________________________________________________________________________
City, State, Zip____________________________________________________________________
Contact Name_____________________________________________________________________
Contact Telephone: ______________________________ Contact Fax: _______________________
Contact Email_____________________________________________________________________
Rescues Website: __________________________________________________________________
Space is available to rescues in 10 ft x 10 ft increments; maximum of two (2) spaces per rescue. Electricity is available. Rescue/shelter must provide table and chairs. Event organizers will determine location assigned.
One (1) Space $20 Two (2) Spaces $30 Amount Enclosed ________
We are planning to attend the Friday evening Candlelight vigil. Please send me details: Yes No
Rescues are responsible for staffing of their space. All pets attending the event must be current on vaccinations and of good temperament. Pets must be leashed or crated at all times during the event. Rescues are responsible for proper clean up and removal of animal waste. The event organizers are not responsible for any lost, stolen and/or damaged items. No outside solicitation permitted. Violators will be asked to leave.
As representative of the Rescue, I have read and understand these provisions:
Rescue Contact Signature: _________________________________________ Date: _____________
Registration must be received by April 24, 2010. Please send this registration form with your space fee deposit made out to:
The Beverly Animal Shelter- BARK
Cheryl Rogers
2423 County Route 8
Oswego, NY 13126
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