It is that time of year again. I am begging you to donate to my favorite cause, Guardian Angel Basset Rescue. In the year 2009, GABR paid a total of $150,000 in veterinary bills on the bassets we took in due to various reasons; i.e. people lost their homes, some people became ill and were unable to continue taking care of their dog, some people were in the middle of a divorce, the reasons go on and on. We take them if they are owner surrender, found as strays, or when shelters and/or animal control calls GABR because they have just taken in a basset hound. GABR pays for all the vet bills necessary to make sure these dogs are in good shape and ready for adoption.

A perfect example is the picture of my current foster, Gregg. Gregg is a sweetheart. He is 10 years old, but doesn't look a day over 6. It is through no fault of Gregg's that he is needing a forever home. I know what you're thinking. You've never seen a basset hound with long hair. Well, either had I. In doing a little research, it seems the long hair bassets date back to the 1700's. Over the centuries, they bred the long hair out, however, approximately 1 in every 4,000 births, the long hair will pop up. He is basset hound in every way, but even more beautiful because of his long hair.  

On September 18th & 19th, 2010, Guardian Angel Basset Rescue is holding their 13th Annual Waddle. The Illinois Waddle is a weekend long celebration of the breed attended annually by over 1,000 bassets and their families. It is Guardian Angel’s primary source of funding. I raise money for the rescue of Bassets because a Basset Hound has touched my life. They are truly wonderful, loving dogs that complete our family. I support Guardian Angel through the Basset Waddle as GABR is comprised of hardworking, exceptional and committed volunteers who are dedicated to helping Bassets in need. It’s the kind of group I want to support – that’s why I WADDLE!!

I count on the support of fellow dog lovers, our families, friends and business associates to provide healthy, happy lives for every dog that we rescue.

Will you help by donating? Please click the sponsor me now link at the top of this page. 100% of your tax-deductible contribution will go directly to rescuing basset hounds.