My First Adoption Appeal. Starring Olivia!

Please help us find Olivia a home!!

Please see the comments below from Elizabeth ( A Volunteer at Islip Animal Shelter)

Olivia has been at the shelter for close to a year. She desperately deserves a chance with a loving family or individual.

I honestly believe she is one of the sweetest, all around "Diamond in the RUFF" !

Olivia really needs a chance because prior to arriving at the shelter, her life was not an easy one and yet she always keeps her bright and sunny disposition.

 I am offering to cover Olivia’s adoption fees for the family or individual who is truly interested in giving her a loving home.

Olivia is available for adoption  Islip Animal Shelter & Adopt a Pet Center. 

Please feel free to contact me on Facebook Elizabeth on Facebook, and hit your SHARE button to pass Olivia’s story forward. 

It only takes one small positive step to make something great happen. Thank you all😊😉

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There you have it! I met Olivia during our search for a dog. She truly is a big mush! You can feel her happiness. My wife called her a leaner. You know the kind of dog that leans into your leg when you are petting it. Like they can't get close enough to you 😉

Please give Olivia consideration! 

I Remain

Frank

Sir's Human!

What to do???

Hi everyone

Over the past few months I have been thinking of what this Blog should be about. I have asked some people for ideas and to date have not received any.

I feel like I want to broaden the scope of it beyond just the one rescue and to maybe use it for a spring board for multiple rescues and shelters.
There are so many animals that need our help, both financially and voluntarily and this may just be another vehicle to bring attention to those particular animals and their rescues and shelters.

Don't get me wrong, North Shore Horse Rescue and Sanctuary will always be near and dear to my heart and my main fund raising focus. However, there are others that are in need of attention as well.

So going forward, in memory of Sir, I will post about horses, dogs, cats, etc. that need to be adopted, sponsored, fostered, etc.
If you have a fund raiser that you wish to promote, an animal that is in need, a shelter or rescue that has an urgent case, send the information to my email address and I will post it here.
Send it to skibbo14@aol.com I may eventually get a dedicated email address for this purpose.

Please comment here and let me know what your thoughts are about this new spin.

Thanks for reading!

I remain
Frank
Sir's Human!

We're having a RAFFLE!!! Happy New Year!!

Happy New Year to all our followers and your families!

I hope that 2019 is a better year for everyone.
2018 was not a bad year for me generally speaking. Yes I lost Sir, something that I still deal with. And lost some friends. Some not terribly missed, others very much so. But such is life.

I have taken control of my health, lost 40 pounds, am seeing a nutritionist, have my blood sugar under control, joined a gym, and have seen some doctors to address some minor issues.
So I am feeling pretty damn good lately! 😆

North Shore Horse Rescue & Sanctuary is holding a raffle to raise money for the organization;

1st Prize is a pair of jetBlue tickets. Good for anywhere that jetBlue flies. (Some blackout dates apply)
2nd Prize is a pair of NY Knicks tickets
3rd Prize $100.00 cash

Drawing to held January 18,2019. Winner not be present to win.

$5.00 donation per ticket or $25.00 for 6 tickets.
 Tickets are available at the Rescue:
2330 Sound Ave
Baiting Hollow, NY 11933

For more information comment here or send me an email; skibbo14@aol.com

Thanks for reading!

Frank

Sir's Human

National Day of the Horse #NationalDayoftheHorse

Hi

This coming Thursday, December 13th is National Day of the Horse Day.
It's a good opportunity to help North Shore Horse Rescue & Sanctuary in our efforts to rescue and care for unwanted, abused, and in some cases abandoned horses.

As some of you know the rescue's first benefactor was Phoenix, a wild mustang.
She has lived at the rescue for 16 years now. Until last year she was of course standoffish when it came to interacting with humans. Through the many hours and days of patient bonding by one of our volunteers and her sponsor, Maril, she has allowed her to get up close to her and touch her.

And it is not only the wild horses that are affected.
Every year thousands of domesticated horses are sent to slaughter.

If a horse is deemed to have outlived it's usefulness it will most likely wind up in a kill pen. Thrown in with other frightened and cast-away horses where their ultimate destination is inhumane slaughter and to be sold as meat for consumption in some foreign countries.

We cannot save them all, but for the ones that we have saved and will save, we need to ensure that we provide them with the best life possible.
Winter is just about upon us and North Shore Horse Rescue & Sanctuary needs our help.
Won't you donate today in honor of National Day of the Horse?  Your contribution will help us to buy Hay and feed, provide Veterinary care, just to name a couple.

Please click the the links above to be taken to the website where you will find various ways to contribute. All donations are tax deductible.

I hope that you will join me in contributing in someway. Maybe a small donation in the memory of Sir. 🐎😊

#NationalDayoftheHorse

Thanks for reading and please share this with your Social Media contacts.

I remain:
Frank

Sir's Human! 

2018 Annual Appeal

Happy holidays loyal friends and supporters. We wholeheartedly appreciate all you’ve given to our organization this past year. This year’s annual appeal dollars will help us care for and re-home our latest rescue effort. We are looking to raise $3,500.00 for Meadow and Confetti who lost their longtime home. Their guardians, an elderly man and woman from Long Island could no longer keep them. Their owner is dying and will not pass on without knowing his horses, (in many ways) his children would not end up at auction. That is when North Shore Horse Rescue and Sanctuary received a call for help and stepped in to ensure that Meadow a quarter horse mare, and Confetti a miniature Appaloosa gelding were in a trustworthy place. They are adjusting to their new way of life with us. Your donation will help to sustain all aftercare needs, including feed hay, bedding, supplements and any unforeseen veterinary care for this pair. Please know that past contributions aided the rescue of 42 horses over the years. As you might be aware of our Equine therapy program with Heart2Heart is paving the way as a credible mental health alternative. Our herd of rescues has become the most unusual compassionate therapists, in the most unexpected ways. A little-known fact is that horses have an incredible aptitude towards humans improving their mood and well-being. As 2018 comes to a close, the Board of Directors, staff of mighty volunteers and our herd send whinnies, neighs and the light of the season thanking you for your caring generosity. We could not do this work without your support. Remember, no donation is too small and all donations are tax deductible. Donate at our website: www.northshorehorserescue.org, FaceBook Go Fund Me Campaign and Twitter. Heart felt thanks! The Board of Directors: Laurel Palermo Chairman Thomas Renzetti Co-Chairman Beth Springston Chief Financial Officer Lynn F. Gallo Recording Secretary Caitlin Rooney, DMV Michelle Giovanniello Victoria Mortimer Frank Ruiz John Andresen, DVM Honorary Member Susan Hauser Attorney at Law Honorary Member Louise Abitbol, MSW, R-LCSW Advisory Board Member Lori Escallier, PHD Advisory Board Member Ruth Pollack, JD, Primerica Representative Advisory Board Member

I'm back!

Hi all

After a long hiatus I am back. I was having issues with the domain name and finally fixed it last night.
Since Sir has passed on I haven't been out to the Rescue too often. It just seems surreal to me going there and not having him there to interact with. But the rescue and the horses there still are close to my heart!
But in all fairness I have accomplished so much here at home. I even built a deck that has a roof for my wife. 😉

I still serve on the Board and do what I can to assist with the website and social media.
I still haven't figured out what this Blog will be about or become, but I feel an obligation to keep it going in honor of Sir. Without his brief time in my life this Blog wouldn't exist.
So if you have any ideas or suggestions let me know by either commenting here or emailing me at Skibbo14@aol.com

I will definitely be using this space to announce events at the rescue and other fund raising initiatives.

I hope that I didn't lose too many of you, and I can't blame anyone who I have.

So please send me suggestions on what I might concentrate on here.

Thanks!

And always; I remain Sir's Human!

Meadow and Confetti

 A FB Post from Elizabeth Gebers who spear headed this rescue:

“A dream you dream alone is only a dream. A dream you dream together is reality.” 
― John Lennon

Update on Stuart, Meadow and Confetti

I would like to update everyone on Stuart, a former Navy Korean War Veteran, and very brave soul who loves, adores and respects his four legged friends. 

Stuart is presently at home in hospice care.  Just recently, he came to terms with releasing his two beloved horses, Meadow and Confetti, over to North Shore Horse Rescue in Baiting Hollow, New York.  It was particularly bittersweet.  Stuart’s health has been rapidly declining over the past few months, and he can no longer provide for his pets.  NSHR will be temporarily providing feed, board, pasture, and an abundance of love and care for both horses until they are permanently placed in their forever home.  Initially, the key goal was to have the horses live out their lives up north with Sue, a true angel of a woman, and her husband Kevin who graciously offered to open their home and hearts to Stuart’s pets.  Due to unforeseen circumstances, alternative plans must now be made to provide a closer home for Meadow and Confetti. This on-going experience has truly been a mission of love, dedication and perseverance for all who have stepped forward to support Stuart and his horses during this crucial time in his life.

On a personal note, I strongly believe that Stuart, Sue, and myself were meant to make this initial connection.  The feeling of absolute necessity to bring the needs of Stuart and his horses to completion has been powerful.  We will honor Stuarts wishes in order for him to be reassured that his babies will be loved, respected, and cherished until they one-day meet again.  

The challenge still remains to place both horses together in a loving, caring, attentive family.  In addition, fundraising efforts are greatly needed for supplementary mounting fees.  They are in need of feed expenses, medical attention, dental work, and farrier needs.  If you are interested in information regarding the North Shore Horse Rescue Adoption Process or the Sponsor Program for Meadow and Confetti, please message me your inquiries.  If you would like to make a $5 contribution towards Meadow and Confetti’s fundraising efforts, please see the below listed link for further details on donating to their cause.  

Visit www.NorthShoreHorseRescue.org and click on the donate button. Please enter a note that this is for Stuart.

A great many thanks to all for your continued care, interest and support!  Please feel free to share with friends and family.

~ Elizabeth