SATURDAY 1ST MAY 2010 11am till 5pm
BELHUS PARK
GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB
Aveley, South Ockendon
Essex RM15 4PX

A FUN DAY OUT FOR ALL THE FAMILY
FUN DOG SHOW
TOMBOLA AND RAFFLE
MERCHANDISE STALLS
PHOTOGRAPHER
ADOPT A TEDDIE STALL
FUNFAIR
FACE PAINTING
LICENSED BAR AND RESTAURANT

For more information contact Karen 07840438865 or Alison 07739736597

This is Marley. He has come into BIN's care and is just 12 months old. Marley is suffering from demodectic mange, conjunctivitis and he also has a heart murmur. He has had mange for most of his young life.

Marley is currently on a lot of medication to bring his mange and conjunctivitis under control.



Despite all of his Marley loves fuss and attention and is happy playing with his toys.



So how can YOU help? Well, BIN are funded by voluntary contributions from supporters like you.....If Marley could speak he would say that he does not want pity...or tears...what he wants is a chance at having a happy and healthy life. BIN have launched this appeal to raise funds for the veterinary fees needed to give him the life he deserves.

It doesn't matter how much or how little you can afford to donate...what matters is that you do donate before just pressing the 'back' button on your web browser. Together there is no limit to what can be achieved...if YOU, and others like you, who can spare the time to read this...can also find it in their hearts to spare some money for him.......then Marley can be given the gift of a new and happy forever home.

Donations can be made via:

Paypal: Please mark the donation as a gift and send to bullierun@bull-terriers.co.uk

Cheque or Postal Order (made payable to Bullierun) and sent to Bullies In Need, Marley Appeal, PO Box 31, Mablethorpe, LN12 1WA.

Sunday 1st August - BIN ANNUAL FUN DAY - Nr Mablethorpe, Lincs.

England

* Lincoln. - 21st March
Whisby Nature Park
Moor Lane
Thorpe on the Hill
Lincoln
LN6 9BW

2pm Meet in the car park just inside the Park. Car Parking is £1

Please note all dogs attending the walk must be kept on a lead.


* Cheshire. Delamere Forest. Sunday 14th March at 10.30am. Meeting in the Whitefield Car Park (meet at the bottom of the car park near to the exit) on the B5152. Postcode is CW8 2JD. The car park usually charges £2.00 to park.

* North London. Highgate Woods, London N10 3JN. Sunday 14th March at 11.30. It will start from the Archway Gate, which is on the A1. All breeds of dog welcome. BIN Rules apply, dogs must be kept on leads at all times while on the walk and we ask for a £2.00 per dog donation to help with the rescue and rehoming of those unfortunate bullies. Walk to be lead by: Bella Stratton and her bull terrier Mr Darcy. Bella can be contacted on: 07932815855. A map of the woods can be viewed at: www.cityoflondon.gov.uk

* Devon. Woolacombe Beach. 28th March at 11.00am.

There is a £2 donation to BIN which should be handed to the BIN representative. All dogs should be kept on leads at all times during B.I.N walks.

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As we get busier with more and more dogs needing homes, instead of turning them away we pay to have them boarded at a nice, modern kennels in Nottighamshire. Obviously this takes a lot of work to raise funds to pay for their boarding, with us having up to 15 dogs in kennels at any one time.
We also like the dogs to have their own 'comforts' but of course funds don't atretch that far.
We received some lovely parcels for the dogs at Christmas, a big thank you to those who sent one, but there are things that they could do with the rest of the year.
Firstly Nylabones, the big strong ones are best as they last the longest. This gives the dogs something to do to pass away the time.
Secondly fleece blankets or vetbed, these are easy to wash and dry for the kennel staff.
Thirdly edible treats such as biscuits. The kennel staff like to be able to give them a little something when they shut them up for the night.
If you are able to help by sending any of these things it would be wonderful and the dogs really would get good use of them.
You can send things to the PO Box address, or if you are going on an organised walk take with you and give to the organiser, I will then arrange for it to be collected.
Many thanks, I am sure you agree that these dogs deserve to have these axtra comforts, even though most of them have not been used to such things.

WHAT RESCUING A BULL TERRIER REALLY MEANS

As a rescue, we are getting more and more people applying for a dog who want something that is "perfect".

We get asked for a dog that is:

* Of a certain colour and markings
* Has a big perfect "egg shaped" head
* Has certain breed lines and KC registered
* Is under one year old
* Likes all other dogs
* Has no behaviour problems
* Will get on with young children who visit once or twice a year

Whilst we accept that if you have children or other animals is it very important to have a dog that gets on with existing members of the family, we are not in rescue to take "perfect" dogs.

Dogs come into our care because they are in trouble and need help. If we only take in dogs of certain colour, under a year, etc. we are not a rescue. We are simply an agency that finds young, good looking dogs for people who want to feel that they have rescued a dog, but who have not really committed themselves to taking into their home a dog that really needs their help. In fact, it is just a cheap, pre-neutered, pre-socialised and pre-trained dog.

A real rescue home understands that a dog may have some health or behaviour issues. A real rescue home understands that the right dog for their circumstances may not be young. A real rescue home works hard with the dog to settle it into it's new routine. A real rescue home gives the dog time and space and expects the dog to make some mistakes.

I WISH THERE WERE MORE REAL RESCUE HOMES

The majority of our dogs are rehomed without being featured on the web site, only a very small proportion do in fact get on here. If you are looking to adopt please make sure you complete a questionnaire and then we will contat you when a suitable dog is available. If you don't do this you could miss out on the dog of your dreams!

We are keen to hear from anyone who has Bull Terrier experience & would like to offer their support on a short or long term basis.

Previous fostering experience is not essential as training & support will be given by your rehoming coordinator.

Please email or call for an informal chat.

ann@bull-terriers.co.uk

07780 541143

Need to know anything about bullies? Have any problems with your bullie? Are you an experienced bull terrier owner with knowledge to share? No matter what your interest or experience is you will always be welcome in the bullie bar, the only official Bullies In Need forum.

Pop in for a chat here.

We are now in the position to raise funds from recycling your old mobile phones, irrespective of their condition.
To receive a postage paid label to send your phone direct please e-mail ann@bull-terriers with your address, or to help further please send a SAE to PO Box 31, Mablethorpe, LN12 1WA

If you are able to be a collection point and can put up posters and distribute leaflets please e-mail me.
Thank you.