From the Front Line:Happy New Year!!! 2023 was one busy year for MABTR with 321 rescued in 12 months. The highest intake in one year to date. We are just 17 dogs away from another milestone of 5000 dogs saved as of Nov 2005. As of today, Jan 6, we have already taken in 6 new dogs. My prediction for 2024 is intakes for all rescues and shelters including MABTR will be at an all time high. We are seeing more owner surrenders (2023 was 38% of our intake) and shelter releases. Owners are struggling to care for their pets financially and are experiencing behavior issues due to the lack of socialization. Shelters are overwhelmed and adoptions are at a low so space is limited. In fourth quarter of 2023 we started to receive calls from breeders that cannot get puppies sold so they are no longer in need of so many adults as breeding stock. 51% (163 bostons) of our intake in 2023 were from puppy mills/breeders. We are so fortunate to have great supporters that we can pay our medical bills off each month. A big THANK YOU to all of you for that. However we cannot save lives without foster homes and adopters. Adoptions have slowed down extending the length of time a dog is in our care however the waiting list of dogs needing our help keeps growing. If you have ever considered housing a boston short term while a forever home is found this is the year to take action. We are desperate for petless foster homes too. A great way to get your fix without long term commitment. Some dogs just prefer not to have to share their space and human with other four legged friends. Now time to share our 2023 finances. Income: $225,567.10 from adoption fees, Boston bay sales, fundraisers, and donations. *This does include $12,112 of uncollected adoption fees (this would be recent adoptions or 2023 dogs still in foster care). Expenses: $215,801.62 from medical care, pet supplies, postage, printing, fees (cc, licenses), marketing (website, fundraising, Boston Bay items), and insurance. *this includes a $9,598.35 surplus carried over from 2022. Cost per dog came to $600.80 (slightly lower than last year) *Unfortunately we are getting in more owner surrenders that result in high medical bills. I want to personally THANK the MABTR family members that transport, foster, volunteer, and manage this amazing organization, all with the same goal in mind - saving the lives. | | |
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| | Second ChancesBaby came to MABTR after her owner became homeless. Unfortunately it was many years since seeing a vet resulting in 28 teeth to be pulled. | | |
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| | MABTR AlumniAs a 7-year-old puppy mill rescue, Roux had a lot of obstacles to overcome. But her resilience and her new family's dedication combined to make her a happy girl. | | |
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| | We need you!Have you considered fostering a Boston? We need you as the need is increasing because more dogs need our help. | | |
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Meet MABTR's Family - Cindy in COAfter adopting a Boston from from MABTR 13 years ago, Cindy found herself wanting to do more for the cause and eventually became the MABTR Colorado Event Coordinator, a position she still holds today. | | |
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Adoptable Dog of the Month - HannahMaggie came to MABTR as a breeder release. At age 7, she is full of love and affection for people and enjoys exploring the outdoors. If you like snuggles and doggie kisses, Maggie may be the girl for you! | | |
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Medical Corner: Obesity in DogsObesity is an extremely common problem in pets and, as with humans, is detrimental to the health of a dog. Obesity shortens a dog’s life and makes them more likely to develop disease | | |
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Thank You Everyone for Your Donations! |
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$1,000 in honor of Julie Poole $400 in memory of Charles H. Borchelt $200 in honor of our Molly $200 in memory of Molly Brown $200 in memory of Pugsley and Maggie $200 in memory of Ellie and Lucy $125 in memory of Leo $125 in memory of Bosco $100 in memory of Rocky, the bestest Boston boy $50 in honor of Violet $50 in loving memory of our Bentley girl $50 in memory of Penny $50 in memory of Mr. Bear ------------------------------- $5,000 Trimont $1,000 Bernadette S, Mile High United Way $800 Renaissance Charitable $600 United Way of Greater Kansas City $500 Pamela C, Lauri H, Wing K-S $450 Patty M $369.15 PayPal Giving $300 Jana W, Nancy M $200 Rebecca F, Vivian G, Teresa F $194 Blackbaud Giving Fund $150 Charles F, Sandi B, Boat N Jetski Repair $120 Raymond N $110 Delta Dental of IA $100 Paula B, Mary Kay C, Susan C, Cynthia A, Kerin P $75 Karen L $50 Candace L, Michael M, Rick B, Kathy W, Common Spirit, Heather S, DeAnn S, Bart H, Lauren L, Mary H, Nancy S, Alexandra M $35 CAF America, Beth E $30 Lori L, Andrew K, Leslie M, Cynthia K, Carla A, Reynold P, Bryan A $25 Lisa H, Charity C, Paul K, Paul M $20 David A, Haley S, Pam M, Sara S, Michael M, Sandra M, Sharon T, Iris C, Mountain Colors, Inc, Lisa B, David A $15 Leah G, Annabelle H $10 Amy H, Nanette S, Tonya E, Alyn M, Diana Z, Angela C, Ann A, Bryan A, Kelly H, Angela P, Robin B, Mart D, Kathryn P, Lynne M, Cindy F, Loni D, Robin S, Danielle U, CAF America, Roberta C $5 Pat M, Maritza M
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MABTR Facebook Photo Contest2024 schedule posted The 2024 FB contest themes are posted. Get your cameras out and start photographing your favorite Boston! | | |
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Transports neededMany of us hit the road for personal or business reasons. Help us move a Boston into foster care or closer to their forever home by sharing your travel plans with us. | | |
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MABTR Alumni Facebook PageMABTR adopters please read. Did you know that we have a MABTR Alumni Facebook page? This is a private group for adopters, fosters, transporters, and volunteers to share their stories of MABTR dogs. There are a few screening questions to answer before you can join the group. | | |
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Dog Food DriveOnline purchase | On-goingMABTR is always in need of dog food for a wide variety of reasons. There are many ways to fill up our food bank. | | |
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