Tuesday, July 30, 2013

Romper



Greetings from Romper, a friendly German Shepherd who sports an almost toothless grin most of the time.  Handsome and weighing in at 95 lbs., we think he is 10(ish) years old.  This sweet guy was neglected for much of his long life, housed in an enclosure that was too small, with a concrete floor.  Romper suffered from advanced dental disease when he was (thankfully) surrendered to VGSR.  His jaw was infected and almost all of his teeth had to be pulled, thus the “almost” toothless grin!  He has also undergone extensive veterinary dental treatment to control his periodontal disease.

Unfortunately, Romper's hips are in bad shape and he suffers from Progressive Degenerative Myelopathy, a progressive disease for which there is no cure, which will slowly rob him of the use of his rear legs.

Yet, despite all of his health issues, poor treatment over so many years, and lack of human contact and training, Romper is a gentle soul.  He loves people of all ages (yes, good with kids!), other dogs large and small, and cats! He naturally follows when on a lead, is very quiet, loves to learn new things and is enjoying his new life despite his physical limitations. 

Romper's VGSR foster family continues to pursue a “forever” home for him.  Sadly, as an older dog with many veterinary problems, it is unlikely that VGSR will be able to find a suitable adoptive home.  Luckily, he has a wonderful foster family who will continue to take care of him until he does find his forever family.  His veterinary bills are already thousands of dollars (ten times the cost of the average rescued German Shepherd) and will likely continue to grow. 

Perhaps you want to help Romper? Perhaps you can't adopt him? Perhaps you would consider making a donation to VGSR and help us pay for his care?  Be a Sponsor and help Romper or one of our other dogs who are looking for their forever home. 

 Romper – sit, stay, smile!

Sunday, July 28, 2013

More Sponsors Announced!

Join in a "Big Welcome" to the following sponsors for the 6th Annual VGSR Golf Tournament & Auction!

NEW SPONSORS for 2013:

Interstate Moving/Relocation/Logistics, Springfield, Va.  703-226-3220 http://www.invan.com/

Shear Elegance Pet Boutique, Front Royal, Va.  540-622-8085 http://shearelegancepetboutique.com/

RENEWING SPONSORS for 2013:

 
 

 
 

 


 

 


 

 

 




Signs Honoring these great dogs will be on the course:
In Memory of UAGI Nanine de la Grande Lande, CGC, TDI
In Memory of CH Koniaga's Unala and UKC GRCH, AKC CH Allee Sablee Traveler, CGS

Our own VGSR Alumni, "Coffee", is renewing her support of all our good dogs seeking their forever homes!




Thursday, July 25, 2013

Attention: Wine Connoisseurs

A very generous VGSR supporter has donated the following wine baskets to the upcoming Auction:


A Magnum to Remember....Sequel....2009 Columbia Valley Syrah




Long Shadows brings seven outstanding vintners from the major wine regions of the world to Washington State, as an owner in a unique winery dedicated to producing top wines that showcase the Columbia Valley region of Washington State.  One of the seven vintner/partners is Australia's John Duval, winemaker of Sequel.






The winemaker notes on Sequel describe it as opaque and blue-ish purple in color, this is an expressive wine offering vibrant aromas of sweet dark fruits, grilled meats and freshly roasted chestnuts. Dark cherry flavors laced with notes of nutmeg and savory spice are framed by refined tannins and a delicate acidity that lingers on the finish.


This is definitely a wine to share with other syrah wine lovers in the fall and winter. 




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WINE ADVOCATE


Value: $110.00


 Virginia Dessert Wines


Virginia Wineries

 



Want a little something sweet after dinner?  These Virginia dessert wines provide a delightful after dinner sweet treat.  The wine basket includes 6 top dessert wines from Veritas, Chrysalis and Rappahanock Cellars.


Value: $ 150




A Baker's Dozen of Virginia's Best Wines



 With over 228 wineries in the state of Virginia, you will find a wine for every taste.  Included in this assortment are wines from Linden, Delaplane, Chateau Morisette, Chrysallis, and Pearmond among others.   Treat yourself to a variety of white and red wines from Virginia!


Value: $250