Wednesday, September 3, 2008 What I won't buy.. Chai's story "Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much." -Helen Keller This is Chai and this is his story... Chai has sustained irreparable damage to his tongue, due to a defect in a toy made by Four Paws.  His tongue had to be amputated. While I try to write my blogs on a positive note, this is something that needs to be shared so that no other dog has to go thru the pain and suffering this toy has caused.   The uncaring way, the company Four Paws has responded to the owner of Chai is unacceptable.   As a pet owner/ animal lover, it is important to do business with companies that care about the products they create.  Lets face it, most of us are not rich and have the choice to pick and chose where we spend our dollars.   We are the care takers of our pets and it is up to us to keep them safe. This toy is definitely not safe according to Chai's story  I have thrown out all products made by Four Paws and will not ever buy another product from them. My personal choice..    You will make up your own mind about this product and the company that makes it after you read his story.   If you have the pimple ball with bell, made by Four Paws Inc. PLEASE read Chai's story. It may save the life of your dog... :: posted @ 7:49 AM by Bernie Berlin::  0 comments :: permalink Saturday, May 24, 2008 Book Review: Mutts Shelter Stories, "Love Guaranteed" "A dog wags its tail with its heart." - Martin Buxbaum Mutts Shelter Stories: Love. Guaranteed. (Hardcover)by Patrick McDonnell (Author) I LOVED, LOVED, LOVED,  this book!!   O.k., so I love all his art and the heart he has for the animals. (Did I mention I Love Mooch & Earl, his characters:) YESH!!!!! The best way for me to describe this book is:  Beautifully compiled, endearing, lighthearted, poignant, and best of all, easy to read.  Urging, but not preaching readers to adopt rescued dogs from shelters and rescues. Great for adults & a wonderful teaching tool for children, to learn about animals in need, in a very gentle way.  Recommended for animal lovers of all ages. People like Patrick make this world a better place, paying their successes forward, in so many ways. Not only do I admire Patrick's talents & dedication to the cause, but the true emotions captured in this book about shelter animals, patiently awaiting a loving forever home. Stories I know first hand, how rescued animals just speak with their eyes, wanting only their own humans to love unconditionally...  It is captured in it's true essence, stories that make your heart smile... Claws up, for a pawfect book review!!!! Visit "McDonnell's website", to learn more about him, his comics, characters, books, free downloads and newsletter. :: posted @ 8:14 PM by Bernie Berlin::  2 comments :: permalink Thursday, May 22, 2008 First Entry: Welcome to A Place To Bark Too!!! WELCOME, To A Place To Bark Too !!! I always have alot to talk about when it comes to art and animals, so it only seems fitting that I divide up the talk. Since my other blog is about daily life surrounding my rescue, I thought it only fitting to create this blog, to talk about fantastic pet products that I have tried, animal artists I adore and interesting pet related books. Over the past few years I have received hundreds of e-mails asking questions about rescue, how to get started, products I use and recommend, not to mention training questions and what books to buy.   This blog will address many things and I hope you will continue to read my other blog & join me here too!! My Best To you.. Bernie Berlin "In rescuing animals, I lost my mind.." "But found my soul.." -Author Unknown :: posted @ 10:11 PM by Bernie Berlin::  1 comments :: permalink

about me Name:Bernie Berlin From:Tennessee, United States I'm a mixed media artist specializing in Faberge Style Eggs, Author of "Artist Trading Card Workshop" and am currently working on 2 new books. I run a full-time dog rescue, taking in the dogs that have been abandoned, abused or police confiscated. I quarantine, foster, retrain, transport & adopt. Cats are also welcome at my rescue. I am drawn to the unwanted, unloved and misunderstood. Hoping to educate and effect change for the animals that do not have a voice of their own. Visit my web site at www.aplacetobark.com View my complete profile SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER!   what i'm doing right now follow A Place to Bark on Twitter how you can help All donations are tax deductible and you will receive a receipt. Thank you for your support!! more ways to help START USING GOOD SEARCH: A Place to Bark earns a penny every time you search the Internet using Good Search! So next time you want to search for something, click the link above! Thank you! ITEMS WE ARE IN NEED OF: Towels, blankets, toys, collars, leashes, crates, food, treats, very small baby bottles, milk replacement, bleach, 1 microscope, 1 baby scale, 1 stethoscope, muzzles, pet beds. SHIP ITEMS TO: Bernie Berlin "A Place To Bark" PO BOX 649 Portland, TN 37148 615-681-2631 Every little bit helps, it is ALL appreciated!! All donations are tax deductible. A Place to Bark is a 501(c)(3) registered non-profit, tax-exempt charitable organization. Donations are tax deductible. All monies and items go directly to the care of the animals. Donations can also be made directly to help with medical cost for " A Place To Bark": The Critter Clinic Clinic 522 W. Main Street Gallatin, TN 37066 615-452-1477 Saukville Veterinary Clinic 303 W. Dekora Saukville, WI 53080 262-284-7000 Any U.S. Bank Location Just tell the teller that you would like to make a donation to "A Place To Bark Inc." Checks or Credit Card donations accepted Thank You! video about my rescue registered non-profit A Place to Bark is a 501(c)(3) registered non-profit, tax-exempt charitable organization. Donations are tax deductible. products T SHIRTS AND MORE! Support rescued animals -- shop at A Place to Bark's NEW CafePress Store! ARTIST SUPPLIES Bernie has created amazing clip art sheets to use in your art and craft projects from her stash of vintage images. •collage sheet set 1 •collage sheet set 2 All proceeds go toward the care of the animals. BOOKS Bernie's NEW Book! Now available from Amazon.com! Buy any book from Amazon by clicking here and a percentage will benefit my rescued animals!! medical supplies needed DOG MEDICAL SUPPLIES NEEDED: • Duramune Max 5-CvK Distemper/Parvo Vaccine $94.99 • Monoject Needles 71-645 3cc RL - 22x3/4- Box/100 $12.99 • Progard KC Bordatella Vaccine $52.99 • Panacur C-dewormer $4.89 • Frontline CAT MEDICAL SUPPLIES NEEDED: • Eclipse 4 (Box of 25 Doses) $39.99 • Syringe with Needle 71-802 25x5/8 LL, Box/100$14.99 previous posts What I won't buy.. Chai's story Book Review: Mutts Shelter Stories, "Love Guarant... First Entry: Welcome to A Place To Bark Too!!! archives May 2008 | September 2008 | important links Education: •Bright Lion •In Honor of Homeless Animals •Fate of A Dog •Just One Litter Never buy an animal from a pet store: Prisoners of Greed For the loss of a pet: Rainbow Bridge Cat education site: Cat's International Humane Societies & Rescues That I Network with: Anti Cruelty Society Chicago Waukesha Humane Society Helen Woodward Animal Center Nashville Humane Society Pets For The Elderly Wisconsin Humane Society Elmbrook Humane Society Washington County Humane Society Northeast Animal Shelter Nashville Cat Rescue Miss Alli's Rescue Abby's Bed and Biskit adoptions & rescue Heavenly Hearts Chesapeakes Safe Harbor Weimaraner Rescue of The South Saving Georgia Dogs Wisconsin Dog Rescue & Adoption Network Humane Society Of The United States Milwaukee Area Domestic Animal Control PAWS Chicago The Fix Foundation Cocker Spaniel Rescue of New England Inc. Wisconsin Cocker Rescue Russell Rescue Rover Rescue Eskie Rescuers United Southern Cross Boston Terrier Rescue Peterson Express Transport Service other blogs check out some of my favorite blogs: select a blog to visit! claudine hellmuth Tim Holtz Charlotte Lyons Kim Nugent "Raevn's Nest Lynn Whipple Sally Jean The Dog Whisperer Angela Cartwright D.J. Pettitt Michael deMeng Michelle Ward Traci Bautista carla sonheim karen michel lesley riley nina bagley lobbylu lost aussie sarah fishburn tiffiniX Misty Mawn Katie Kendrick Tee's Spree's Miz Carla Jen Osborn Tattered Edge Ambiguously Indigenous Maija Annax Nua Rua Sue Pieper Deryn Mentock Deb Trotter Mermaid Momma Heather Funky Finds Linda Koch Brain Bubbles Turquoise Cro Stacie Rife Lunacy Izzabella's Tattered Letters Mary Boyer Barbe Saint John Sally Turlington Altered Lou Navy Lane Studio Art Bella Corey Moortgat Kelly Kilmer Joleen Contemplating The Moon Patricia Anders Tongue in Cheek Pam Garrison Tonia Davenport Ginger Pixel Chelise Claudia Roulier Pet Stories of Love Aimee Reid-Rice Fiber Artist Kathy Wasilewski celine navarro Carmi Cimicata Judy Wise Jill Beninato Sue Berry Editor's Blog Joyce Vance Corinne Stubson Reiny Rizzy L.K. Ludwig Bluhm Studio Mz Bella Teresa Turquoisse Cro Jill Beninato Tara Ross MB Shaw Kivett Studio Kim Boehm Funky Finds Noisy Dog Studio EM's Knitty Corner Rebecca Wallis Dotee Is There A Shadow Svenja Wolf Katherine Dunn Jennifer Perkins Vickie Howell Tracie Lyn Huskamp Judy Patti Mosca Artfully Yours (links open in a new window) all photos and text © Bernie Berlin content of this site may not be reproduced in any manner without advance written permission