Our September 2020 News!Our September 2020 News!

Fall update: 2020Fall update: 2020

We hope this update finds each of our friends happy andhealthy! Our foster dogs and adopted dogs have beencelebrating more time with their humans during 2020.Similar to other rescues and shelters, we have seen anincrease in adoption applications. We are thrilled thatmany people are choosing to rescue a new familymember!

NTBHR closed out our fiscal year on June 30 (we operateon a July 1-June 30 calendar). In the past year, werescued 55 basset hounds. While we have rescued moredogs in some past years, we find that now, the increase inexposure of shelter dogs through social media means thatdogs are adopted sooner from community shelters, oftennot needing a separate rescue to help. As a result, thedogs that come to us tend to be seniors or need costlymedical care. This means we are able to help needierdogs. It also means our average cost per dog is muchmore than in the past. No matter the cost, we help dogs inour care have their best chance at acheiving a happy,healthy forever. Want to know how you can help? Keepreading!

Communities Foundation of Texas' 12thCommunities Foundation of Texas' 12thAnnual North Texas Giving Day will beAnnual North Texas Giving Day will be

Thursday, September 17, 2020!Thursday, September 17, 2020!

Join us for an 18-hour giving extravaganza tobenefit local nonprofits and make a difference hereat home!In just over ten years, this online event has

transformed from an idea to help raise awareness of nonprofits, to a movementthat has ignited a broad culture of community-wide giving. During North TexasGiving Day, everyone has the opportunity to be a philanthropist to build a

stronger and more vibrant community.

Last year, we broke our own record for the number of dollars raised on NorthTexas Giving Day. Can you help us do it again?

Make sure to support North Texas Basset Hound Rescue on GivingDay this September 17! Donations can be scheduled as early asSeptember 1.Click here for more: NTBHR Giving Day Page

2021 NTBHR Calendars are coming!2021 NTBHR Calendars are coming!

2021 Calendars are currently underproduction. The photos this year lookgreat! Make sure to purchase a copy sothat you're ready for all of your importantdates with the cutest pictures eachmonth. Sales will begin in mid or lateOctober. Watch our social media pagesand for another email when sales begin.

Cost for each calendar is $15 + shipping.What a bargain for dozens of long earedhounds to greet you with their smilingfaces each month!

Flash joined his foreverfamily! Smiles all around! Fred Claus has found a soft

place to land. He and his girllook like the picture of a

successful rescue!

Freddy and his forever familyare having a blast! Looks likeFreddy is particularly happy

about the belly rubs.

Bosley's Barks -n- BitsBosley's Barks -n- Bits

Expert Basset Hound, Bosley,answers our readers' tough

questions.

Q. My humans are home ALL the time now! Hooray! They are saying they maygo back to work or school soon. What should I do? I'm so worried about themwhen they're gone! --Anxious Annie

A. Oooohhhh, Annie! Hasn't it been great to have our humans home since March? I don'tunderstand why they have to leave either. Tell your humans to check out this advice from theAKC: If there’s one winner during this time of social distancing and staying home to stop the spread of COVID-19,

it’s dogs. Pups across the world are relishing the constant presence of their people and the extra attention

that comes with it. But there’s also a flip side to that coin: Once we all go back to work and spend less time

at home, many dogs are likely to experience separation anxiety.

Separation anxiety in dogsSeparation anxiety in dogs

Separation anxiety is an umbrella diagnosis for dogs who display anxious or problematic behaviors—like

constant barking, urinating in the house, or destructive chewing—when left alone or separated from the

person to whom they are most attached. It can be triggered by sudden changes in schedule that result in

family members being away from home more than the dog has become used to.

Common situations that can cause an adult dog to develop separation anxiety include someone returning to

work after a long period at home, such as maternity leave or extended unemployment, or children returning

to school at the end of the summer. So as entire families return to work and school once the COVID-19 stay-

at-home restrictions are lifted, dogs everywhere are likely to develop separation anxiety.

What causes separation anxiety in dogs?What causes separation anxiety in dogs?

While it has long been believed that separation anxiety was based on a dog’s attachment to the owner, a

recent study suggests that dogs are more complex than we realized. Although some dogs may indeed suffer

“pain of separation” from their owners, many who are diagnosed with separation anxiety are acting out in

response to frustration. This can stem from a variety of underlying causes, including fear of something in the

house, a desire to be outside, being bothered by outside noises, or pure boredom.

Preparing your dog for a return to normalPreparing your dog for a return to normal

Whether your dog misses your presence or becomes unbearably bored once you’re no longer there all day to

keep them entertained, you can reduce the likelihood they’ll develop separation anxiety.

Here are some steps you can take to ease your pup back into old routines.Social distance from your dog: Social distance from your dog: If your dog is constantly by your side, begin restoring a sense ofindependence. Encourage them to spend more time in their own bed, outside in a fenced yard bythemselves, or in their crate while you perform a task that draws your attention away from them.When your dog settles down and relaxes, wait a couple of minutes and then praise them and givethem a treat.Work up to longer distances and periods of absence:Work up to longer distances and periods of absence: Start by going into another room and leavingyour dog alone for a few minutes. Gradually increase the amount of time your dog is left alone, whilealso working up to going outside without them. If your local restrictions or guidelines allow it, go onwalks or long drives around the neighborhood without your dog to get them accustomed to youleaving home again.Ease back into your routine: Ease back into your routine: A few days before you have to return to work outside the home, startgetting up at the time you normally would and go through your normal morning routine, even leavingthe house for a little while at the time you would normally leave for work. That way it won’t be as biga deal to your dog to see you go when the actual day arrives for your return to the outside world.Provide plenty of exercise:Provide plenty of exercise: Give yourself enough time before you need to leave for the day to takeyour dog for a walk or engage in at least 15 minutes of vigorous play. This exercise will help yourdog burn off excess energy and help them stay relaxed and calm throughout the day.Provide interactive toys: Provide interactive toys: Puzzle toys and chew toys can help prevent your dog from getting bored andcan also help comfort and distract them from other possible anxiety triggers, such as strange noisesor activities happening outside.Don’t be anxious for your dog: Don’t be anxious for your dog: Dogs pick up on your mood and take their cue from you about howthey should feel about new situations. The more you stay relaxed and behave like everything isnormal, the more likely your dog will be to follow your lead and accept it when it’s time for you to go.

Whether or not your dog was prone to separation anxiety before, easing them back into old routines will

likely prevent them from developing it when you return to your life outside the home.

Q. Bosley, be real with me. Am I at risk for this Covid 19 my humans are worriedabout? -- Corona Cora

Hey Cora! My humans told me that the CDC has some information on pets andCovid 19. Here it is! (from https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/animals.html)

At this time, there is no evidence that animals play a significant role in spreading the

virus that causes COVID-19.

Based on the limited information available to date, the risk of animals spreading

COVID-19 to people is considered to be low.

More studies are needed to understand if and how different animals could be affected

by COVID-19.

We are still learning about this virus, but it appears that it can spread from people to

animals in some situations.

For more information, you can check out these FAQ's:

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/faq.html#Pets-and-Animals

2020 Shuffle Update2020 Shuffle UpdateOur annual Basset Hound Shuffle, usually held the last

Saturday in October will not be held this year as the parksthat we would typically reserve for the event are not allowing

large gatherings to be held at this time. While we aredisappointed that our annual event will take a hiatus, we are

working to find ways to continue to connect with ourcommunity of Basset Hound friends in other ways during theCovid 19 and resulting social distancing restrictions. We hope

to resume this fun event in 2021!

Hey Basset lovers! Remember that you

can support NTBHR just by

shopping? It’s soooo easy!

AmazonSmileAmazonSmileLog in to Amazon.com, go to settings, and select North Texas Basset HoundRescue as your "Smile" recipient. To date, NTBHR has received just under $2000from our supporters' shopping!

Kroger Community Rewards Program Kroger Community Rewards Program (#MP996) You can follow the link onour homepage or sign in to your Rewards account on Kroger.com. Select NorthTexas Basset Hound Rescue as your Community Rewards recipient.

Tom Thumb Good Neighbor ProgramTom Thumb Good Neighbor Program (#6910)- Call Vicky Weiman/GoodNeighbor Program Administrator at 888/334-8240 or stop at the customer servicedesk and fill out a form. Credits for NTBHR can take up to 10 business days tobegin.

Daisy Mae: NTBHR Record Setter andDaisy Mae: NTBHR Record Setter andSocial Media Star!Social Media Star!

Boone the Basset: Ready for all socialBoone the Basset: Ready for all socialmedia platforms!media platforms!

Make sure to follow NTBHR onMake sure to follow NTBHR onFacebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram!Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram!

Some of you may remember Daisy Maewho came to NTBHR when she lost herowner to Covid 19. Daisy's story seemed to"go viral!" She was posted on our Facebookpage and although our actions were nodifferent, Daisy's story and picture wereshared so many times that Facebookestimates that 47,51247,512 people read orinteracted with her post! WOW!! She's apopular lady! Daisy Mae's story has ahappy ending and she is enjoying herforever home in North Texas.

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