The Sleeps with Dogs fundraiser comes to an end this weekend, but it's not too late to order some pawsome swag from Bully Mart and PetHub.Get yourself some sweet SWD bracelets, key chain, decal or get a BSL BITES bracelet or tag. When you're done hooking yourself up, head on over to PetHub and get your pooch a supaw cool tag! The money raised will go to dogs in need. Is there anything more wooferrific?! Our pals at Bully Mart are donating a portion from each sale. So, the more purchases, equals more money going to dogs in need. Check out what Bully Mart has to offer by clicking on the link: SWD FUNDRAISEROur peeps at PetHub are offering a pawmazing deal for the SWD Fundraiser. Till the end of March, you can order PetHub's tags for 20% off the price... AND ( DogMa's fav part) they will donate 20% of each order to our fundraiser. There are lots of cool tags to chose from. Click on the link to order: Shop PetHuband use code: SWD20 to receive the 20% discount. Where will the SWD fundraising money go? When you order a SWD fundraiser item from Bully Mart and PetHub, you will be helping this mom and her baby girl. The stray pregnant Pit Bull was rescued by an amazing couple in North Georgia, just a few days before giving birth. They named the mom Mia and and her only puppy, Myrical. Mia and Myrical are two of the dozen homeless dogs rescued by Shasta and Rick Matthews. You may have also seen a post on our Facebook page about a deaf boy named Casino and a starving boy, now named Lucky. They were also rescued by Shasta and her husband. Shasta and Rick are not a 501c rescue yet, but will be one day. They are, however, legit -- the real deal. Check out their open group on Facebook: Matthews Animal Rescue  Mia and Myrical Shasta and Rick are just a young couple with two small children
who care deeply about these otherwise discarded animals.
They are on a very limited income and yet
the animals and children always come first in their house.
Shasta wrote this about the photo below:
Cuddle bugs.. I bet most people can't say they can bring this many dogs in
that have been abused and thrown out to the streets
and everyone of them love each other my kids, myself and my husband.
And this isn't even all of them.
We didn't save them they saved us...
I have chosen Shasta and Rick to receive half the money raised in the SWD Fundraiser (the amount will be matched by me, DogMa). The other recipient will be a local Pit Bull rescue, chosen by SWD fans through a Facebook vote. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for supporting Sleeps with Dogsand dogs in need. xoxo, DogMa
It was two years ago today,
when a frightened blue Pit Bull appeared at the Sleeps With Dogs' house.
It was late at night and around the young female's neck was
a knotted rope she gnawed through to break free.
I knew this stray girl needed a name,
so I called her Harriet Tubman because she freed herself.
Harriet spent the night inside the SWD house.
I whisked Harriet to the vet in the morning to check for a microchip and have her health assessed.
No microchip (not that I would've returned her to a neglectful home anyway).
She was underweight, had mange and was not spayed.
All treatable.
I left the vet's office with meds and hope of finding Harriet a home. Having not been in this position before,
I figured finding this youngster a home wouldn't be a problem...
Foster Harriet became this homeless girl's new name. After Foster Harriet's mange cleared-up and she healed from spay surgery, she clearly felt better. It was then I realized Foster Harriet was a wild, untamed whirling dervish of a pooch. I was blindsided by this high-energy, nutty girl. You see, DogMa was used to lazy, easily pooped-out dogs. Foster Harriet was neither. For months, I tried to find Foster Harriet a home or a rescue with available space (they were all full), all while attempting to keep my own sanity and limbs with this pawsmanian devilish dog. Then something pawmazing happened... Foster Harriet started chasing balls and bringing them back to DogMa.Over and over. It saved her life and mine (mostly mine). The ball provided a welcomed outlet for Foster Harriet's energy as the search for a home, rescue or other foster continued. And while I was desperate and overwhelmed at times, the only option told to me repeatedly was to dump Foster Harriet at animal control. That was not an option for DogMa.Harriet Tubman is a nutty ball of energy. She is also silly, funny, sweet and supaw smart. Harriet has several nicknames at the SWD house: Tubs, Tubman, Hairball, Hairballsie and Harrry-monster She is a cuddlebug who insists on sleeping under the covers. ... And DogMa loves her. After a two year roller coaster ride on The Tubman Express,
today it is official...
Harriet Tubman has found her furever home.
It is right here.
Today's Tutu Tuesday is dedicated to a boy named Brock and the pawmagical power of a Pit Bull named Piggie.We met 10-year-old Brock on National Pit Bull Awareness Day back in October, It was then Brock's mom told us he was once bitten by a Chihuahua and is now afraid of dogs. He is afraid of all dogs... except Piggie.When we first encountered Brock and his lovely family at the Atlanta Bully March,he apprehensively BUT quickly patted the Pig on the back. When we saw Brock and his family several hours later at the Atlanta Bully Education Rally, something very special happened...  Sometimes you just need a hug
Dash and his littermates were rescued the day they were born by Friends To The Forlorn, a pawsome Pit Bull rescue group in Georgia.
Fast forward: Dash is now 3 years old and livin' the life of a celebridog in his furever home. He is an ambassadog and a print model. Dash has appeared on the cover of the Friends To The Forlorn calendar, was Mr. April in last year’s The Unexpected Pit Bull calendar, was on a cover of Tails magazine and he is on a Pit Bull Rescue Central credit card. Dash’s turn-ons are walks, Big Daddy Biscuits, and raw food. Dash’s turn-offs are off-leash dogs and car rides. When Dash dresses up in ladies clothes, he proudly goes by the name *Mrs. Dash*This Tutu Tuesday is dedicated to Pit Bulls everywhere and the pawmazing people who love and accept them.  *Mrs Dash*  *Mrs Dash* is a dancing machine  *Mrs Dash* knows how to work a tutu
 Sizing it up.  Hat loaded with entry names  Selection process begins  Piggie paws a winner  And the winner is... Cori! Congratulations Cori!
We'll drop you an email for mailing instructions.
Cori says, " Draco has several nicknames, my favorite however for him is "D-Dawg"
We think that's pawsitively adorable. ************* For more information on Shelter Angels Pit Bull Rescue, check out their: WebsiteFacebook PageFor more information on Shelter Angel's Pit Bull Rescue Calendar and to purchase calendars, check out: WebsiteFacebook Page
This Howliday Tutu Tuesday is dedicated to Zoey, who's mission is... ~ To spread pit bull love, and dispel myths, while raising funds and awareness to help find a cure for canine cancer through the Love Adds Up for a Cure sticker campaign. ~Sleeps With Dogs joins Zoey in this impawtant crusade to fight canine cancer. We hope you will too.
 Miss May Here are the simple instructions to enter giveaway:
In the comments section at the end of this post,
add a comment with your dog's favorite nickname,
along with your email address.
That's it. Supaw easy, right?
On December 26th, the winner will be randomly selected from the entries.  *Calendar comes pawtographed by Miss Piggie May* For more information on Shelter Angels Pit Bull Rescue, check out their: WebsiteFacebook PageFor more information on Shelter Angel's Pit Bull Rescue Calendar and to purchase calendars, check out: WebsiteFacebook Page
Despite her itchy skin infection and wonky paws, Billie is a spunky, happy, confident puppy. We love Billie's spirit and think she is pawmazing. This Tutu Tuesday is dedicated to Billie and all impawfectly pawfect pups everywhere. ~ When I see your face, there's not a thing that I would change.
'Cause you're amazing, just the way you are ~ Bruno MarsBillie is available for adoption through Animal Action Rescue (AAR) in Atlanta.
Every year, Best Friends serves roasted turkey, veggies and sweet potatoes to the pets boarding at their nationwide facilities. They also make extra meals to serve to hundreds of homeless pets at more than two dozen animal shelters around the country.
“We’re so happy to be able to share the holiday with these needy pets,” said Renee Coughlin, Vice President of Marketing for Best Friends Pet Care. “We wish every dog could have a special treat on Thanksgiving, especially those waiting to be brought into a loving home.”
This is the sixth year Best Friends has provided a holiday feast to shelter animals. DogMa thinks this is pawsome and hopes the tradition continues until there are no more homeless pets. Thank you Best Friends for bringing joy and tasty holiday treats to animals without homes. And for those out there wishing to add a pet to their families, please adopt from your local shelters and rescue groups. xoxo, DogMa
This Tutu Tuesday we give thanks to adopters everywhere. Penny was a scared 6 month old puppy the day she was to be killed at the Newberry County Animal Shelter in South Carolina. That fateful day, Penny's life was saved when a compassionate, kind woman adopted the frightened pup. One week later, Penny was a different dog. Happy, playful, loving. You see, Penny was rescued by the boss' wife at Servpro of the Duth Fork. Not only does Penny now have a family with three kids, she also has an extended family at the office. Penny visits often where she can seen seen chillin' with her peeps or playfully chewing on the ears of her loveable black lab brother, Buddy. Big thank you to Monica for rescuing Penny and to pet adopters everywhere. We dedicate this Tutu Tuesday to you ALL! xoxo, DogMa  Penny is dressed up and ready for Thanksgiving dinner
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