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Nice article about a new volunteer position for MABCR Volunteer and Board Member Laura Cook.


Catonsville cyclist hopes to set wheels in motion for pedestrian and bicycle safety
www.baltimoresun.com
An avid cyclist for six years, Laura Cook has had her share of close calls while riding in and around the area.

21 Feb 2012 4:22 PM



Victory Farm has agility classes forming...6 weeks, $120. Starts Thursday, April 19 at 6. PM me for more information...

21 Feb 2012 9:32 AM




Happy Got Day Pippa!
Hi Sarah, I cannot believe it has been threeyears since I adopted Pippa. In some ways , it seems like she has always been with me. She is such a happy , sweet girl. She is know around town asMiss Wiggle Butt--always so delighted to see her friends, two and fourlegged. She love

21 Feb 2012 7:30 AM



Happy Got Day Pippa! http://t.co/pUHnjhIk

21 Feb 2012 7:30 AM



Guide to Pet Safety | Pet Poison Helpline http://t.co/1NRMoVuo

19 Feb 2012 11:37 AM




Guide to Pet Safety | Pet Poison Helpline
Guide to Pet Safety | Pet Poison Helpline: Unfortunately, each year thousands of dogs and cats suffer from accidental ingestion of household poisons. Part of our mission is to lower this number, but we need your help. As a pet owner, are you aware of the common toxins that can'po

19 Feb 2012 11:37 AM



Jude Goes Home! http://t.co/dRPVTTmS

19 Feb 2012 11:36 AM




Jude Goes Home!
Jude is home safe at my mom's house.Here's some pictures of her, when my mom took a pit stop at myplace before she traveled home.Mom said she was so happy once they made it to her place. It was nice to see my mom so happy to have the affection from her new furry friend. I think t

19 Feb 2012 11:36 AM



Little Jude went to her new home today ♥

18 Feb 2012 11:29 AM




America's Pet Frenzy
A very cool graphic on Pet Ownership in America from The Frugal Dad. Peek around his site, he has some other (non-pet related) neat graphics as well as some terrific information on being frugal.Source: frugaldad.com

18 Feb 2012 7:01 AM



America's Pet Frenzy http://t.co/Rkk31Ymm

18 Feb 2012 7:01 AM



KPA Tip of the Week: Scent Seek and Eat! | Karen Pryor Clickertraining http://t.co/6p9sEik2

17 Feb 2012 5:30 AM




KPA Tip of the Week: Scent Seek and Eat! | Karen Pryor Clickertraining
KPA Tip of the Week: Scent Seek and Eat! | Karen Pryor Clickertraining: "Looking for fun enrichment games to play with your brilliant puppy or dog? Do your dogs enjoy playing with feeder toys? Well, here is a fun activity that is also budget-friendly. All you need are clean towel

17 Feb 2012 5:30 AM




Dog Show Severs Ties with Pedigree | The Bark
Dog Show Severs Ties with Pedigree | The Bark: "On Friday, the Associated Press reported that the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show had ended its long-running relationship with Pedigree as a show sponsor. According to several stories, dog show honchos felt the adoption/shelter mes

15 Feb 2012 5:01 AM



Dog Show Severs Ties with Pedigree | The Bark http://t.co/Iy0hfBvk

15 Feb 2012 5:00 AM



If you don't subscribe to TIME, think about picking up a copy of the latest issue...


Friends With Benefits
www.time.com
Humans aren't the only species capable of forging true and lasting friendships. Animals do it too--and get many of the same rewards

14 Feb 2012 11:37 AM




Eyup! Even Famous People Work Sheep Dogs!
David Lee Roth (of Van Halen fame) shows his dogs at work, and some different phases of training and work. Apparently he trains with Paul Hacket in California. He doesn't do a bad job of explaining, and his commentary is amusing!DLR Dog World from David Lee Roth on Vimeo.Thanks t

14 Feb 2012 8:17 AM



Eyup! Even Famous People Work Sheep Dogs! http://t.co/OvR1zZS6

14 Feb 2012 8:17 AM




MABCR Alum and Friends

13 Feb 2012 5:35 PM




12 resolutions to help homeless pets in 2012
12 resolutions to help homeless pets in 2012: We're ringing in 2012 with 12 ways you can make a difference for homeless pets. Whether you resolve to do one throughout the year, or try a different one each month, you'll be sure to spread a little joy to homeless pets with these Ne

13 Feb 2012 1:45 PM



12 resolutions to help homeless pets in 2012 http://t.co/fxcvZNJ1

13 Feb 2012 1:45 PM




MABCR Alum and Friends

13 Feb 2012 10:11 AM



Happy Got-Day Molly! http://t.co/AYnvgxeY

13 Feb 2012 9:36 AM




Happy Got-Day Molly!
Wow, I can't believe it's been a whole year since we brought Molly home!She remains the sweetest pup, although she still has challenges dealing with people (other than us) coming and going. So, we continue to work on that.Here's a shot from the other day....Molly loves romping in

13 Feb 2012 9:35 AM




Vitals - More dogs sick as FDA steps up scrutiny of chicken jerky pet treats
Please click through for the complete article. The lesson here is not to avoid treats, but to be certain to purchase treats from known sources (made in the USA) or to make your own. Remember, MABCR sells a dog tested, dog approved cookbook so that you can make your very own...con

12 Feb 2012 9:25 AM



Vitals - More dogs sick as FDA steps up scrutiny of chicken jerky pet treats http://t.co/vzoivSev

12 Feb 2012 9:25 AM



How to Greet a Dog (or Not!) http://t.co/8DQf2q0C

10 Feb 2012 4:15 PM




How to Greet a Dog (or Not!)
Recently there was an anchorwomen bitten on air by a dog she did not know well. While there is no blame to lay, the woman made some classic mistakes while interacting with the dog. Indeed, the dog should not have bitten, however, the interaction inadvertently invited his negative

10 Feb 2012 4:15 PM



I think we can all relate!


Things I Love About My Dog
thebark.com
She likes to use my ankle as a chin rest. She is fond of nectarines. She smiles. She really does. An empty yogurt container can entertain her for the better part of an afternoon. She h

10 Feb 2012 12:12 PM



Super grateful to ACDRA and Karen Cox for taking Ms Lucy into a more appropriate place for her to receive the proper care and training she needs on her way to her forever home. Looking forward to hearing great things about her!

8 Feb 2012 5:00 PM




In Memory: Shiloh and Otis
Shiloh and Otis sadly passed within weeks of each other.Their humans made a donation in honor of MABCR volunteers Laura and David in Shiloh's memory.Our condolences.

3 Feb 2012 9:59 AM



In Memory: Shiloh and Otis http://t.co/JlJ8Ot8W

3 Feb 2012 9:59 AM



Looking for a cattle dog or all-breed rescue that would be willing to assist MABCR with a dog currently in our program. She has a great temperament, but is a cattle dog (acd/bc mix who is built like and behaves like an acd with with black and white markings) and we would like to move her to a more appropriate situation

3 Feb 2012 7:01 AM



Health Benefits of Pets - How Owning a Dog or Cat Can Reduce Stress http://t.co/ZdGaUoJ6

3 Feb 2012 5:00 AM




Health Benefits of Pets - How Owning a Dog or Cat Can Reduce Stress
Health Benefits of Pets - How Owning a Dog or Cat Can Reduce Stress: "For those who love animals, it’s virtually impossible to stay in a bad mood when a pair of loving puppy eyes meets yours, or when a super-soft cat rubs up against your hand. Research supports the mood-enhancing

3 Feb 2012 5:00 AM



The Not-so-Great Dane video: Patience ≠ Permission | Saving Starfish http://t.co/T7W4Mzx6

1 Feb 2012 6:00 PM




The Not-so-Great Dane video: Patience ≠ Permission | Saving Starfish
Great post (please take the time to follow the inner link to the video she writes about) about body language and what our dogs are telling us. So many people really have no idea their dogs are saying 'no' and not 'yes'. While the dog may not be a border collie, the unspoken langu

1 Feb 2012 6:00 PM



Safe, Secure, and Smart (and Free) Ways to Help MABCR http://t.co/zWODAFix

31 Jan 2012 6:00 PM




Safe, Secure, and Smart (and Free) Ways to Help MABCR
iGiveHi there!I wanted to remind you all about a cool way to help raise money for Mid-Atlantic Border Collie Rescue. I 'make' a donation every time I shop online, and I think you should check it out. iGive.com helps me earn a donation for MABCR every time I shop at any of their

31 Jan 2012 6:00 PM



Adoption Update: Aggie http://t.co/k0QncCKX

26 Jan 2012 6:00 PM




Adoption Update: Aggie
Hi Sarah,Aggie has been with us for two and a half weeks now. Thefirst week both she and Liam were on their best behavior. She was quiet and did whatever we asked. The perfect little house guest. Liam playednicely with her and seemed to enjoy the company.Week 2 had Liam asking

26 Jan 2012 6:00 PM




The Science of Flatulence
Reposted from the Bark:The Science of FlatulenceThere’s more to it than meets the nose!Shea Cox, DVM | January 25, 2012As much as we might hate to admit it, flatulence is a normal biological function. A surprising amount of air is swallowed just with the simple act of eating, and

25 Jan 2012 6:01 PM



The Science of Flatulence http://t.co/D0WrjG2Q

25 Jan 2012 6:00 PM




MABCR Volunteers ROCK!!
Last week, MABCR supporter Elaine came to visit with her grandson, Tom. They spent a little more than four hours and did this: If you don't recognise this area of the farm it is because most don't ever see it. This is behind the back fence of the play yard, an area that occasiona

25 Jan 2012 10:21 AM



MABCR Volunteers ROCK!! http://t.co/TxIYZxF8

25 Jan 2012 10:21 AM



Looking for a cattle dog or all-breed rescue that would be willing to assist MABCR with a dog currently in our program. She has a great temperament, but is a cattle dog (acd/bc mix who is built like and behaves like an acd with with black and white markings) and we would like to move her to a more appropriate situation.

25 Jan 2012 9:44 AM




Novartis Suspends Production of Interceptor, Sentinel, Program, Clomicalm and Deramaxx
Over the past month Novartis closed an important manufacturing plant in Lincoln, Nebraska in response to consumer complaints it has received regarding a number of its leading human consumer medications. The FDA issued a highly critical report of that plant (see here) after an in

21 Jan 2012 7:03 AM



Novartis Suspends Production of Interceptor, Sentinel, Program, Clomicalm and Deramaxx http://t.co/hgPlm4Hw

21 Jan 2012 7:03 AM



Life Changing Dogs: Binx Herscher http://t.co/qI87eyUz

15 Jan 2012 7:01 AM




Life Changing Dogs: Binx Herscher
I feel like an MABCR success story, as Binx changed mylife...completely. I never thought I would end up a shepherdess ....andSarah had to be reaalllly surprised since I was afraid of her sheep!Ididn't know anything about sheep or herding when I wanted to adopt a bordercollie. I j

15 Jan 2012 7:00 AM



Donations


You can help rescued Border Collies immediately by making a tax deductible donation to Mid-Atlantic Border Collie Rescue (MABCR) through PayPal. All donations to Mid-Atlantic Border Collie Rescue go towards caring for rescued Border Collies! You can direct your donation to the Fearing-Lowder Medical Fund or to our general fund. Donations of any size are gratefully accepted.

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