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--July 27, 2011<br>
<br>
AN ANNOUNCEMENT TO FRIENDS, SUPPORTERS, SHELTERS, AND OTHER RESCUE
ORGANIZATIONS.<br>
<br>
Basset Rescue of Montana continues as a 501 (c) 3 non-profit to
re-home abused, abandoned and relinquished Bassets--<i>but now not
in the same way.</i><br>
My neurosurgeon has strongly suggested that I should no longer admit
dogs into our shelter here due to my decreased maneuverability and
compromised neck, shoulder, and knee (after a fall last month).
Unfortunately, I must agree with him.<br>
<br>
We now will be boarding dogs coming into rescue and use foster homes
entirely as many rescues now do nationwide.<br>
But, do not fear Leslies' here. <br>
<br>
We aren't giving up rescue work and we hope you won't give up on
us. 100% of your donations still goes to support the bassets in our
organization. From initial assessments thru vetting and surgeries
and dentals and everything else in between. Our <u>STANDARD OF
CARE</u> will not diminish one iota! I might have to drive
farther to accomplish this, but it <i>will</i> be done.<br>
<br>
With your continued support, faithful bidding on our Hounds Bay
items, etc. we will be able to offer our continued support to any
neglected or abused or abandoned basset who comes our way. <br>
<br>
Just this morning and this afternoon, 3 hours have already been
spent arranging relinquishment papers, vetting, and transport
setups, etc. for 2 bassets, one up in northern Montana and a senior
in North Dakota......a victim of their flooding. <br>
<br>
Thank you very much for your understanding. We look forward to be
able to continue our mission!<br>
<br>
With heartfelt gratitude, I remain, <br>
Yours truly,<br>
<br>
Leslie Ames, President of Basset Rescue of Mt. <br>
406-207-0765<br>
Frenchtown, Mt. 59834<br>
<a moz-do-not-send="true" class="moz-txt-link-freetext"
href="http://www.bassetrescueofmontana.org/">http://www.bassetrescueofmontana.org</a>
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email: <a moz-do-not-send="true" class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated"
href="mailto:bassetrescuemt@gmail.com">bassetrescuemt@gmail.com</a><br>
a non-profit rescue organization<br>
EIN 30-0153202
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