EARS is a volunteer-based animal rescue and sanctuary.  It breaks our hearts to have to turn anyway any dog or cat.  Our mission is to rescue everyone that we can but funds are at an all-time low.  We are fighting to survive, barely able to pay the bills.
We are a true No-Kill, No-Cage shelter.  Because we are a small organization we don't receive the federal funding that large organization do.  We DO NOT believe in killing a precious dog or cat to make room for another one.  We just can't do that.  We believe every life is precious and deserves a loving home.
Every dollar that comes in to EARS goes to help the cats and dogs we have rescued and keep them safe, healthy and loved until we are able to find their "forever homes"

If you are looking for a furry companion please consider adopting from EARS.  We have almost 60 cats ready to be adopted.  There are so many more out there that we want to help but we are filled to compacity like so many other shelters. 

Every dollar counts.  Please spread the word to friends and family about EARS.  Please donate today so that we can continue on with our mission for many years to come.

Thank you all for your support.

An EARful from E.A.R.S

by Judi Winant (Ace Report and amazing volunteer)

I started at EARS as a Cat Socializer. I am now Volunteer Coordinator, Cat Room Tour Guide, Re-Sale Store Cashier and Buddy of Rascal, our American Bulldog mascot.

We are a very small organization but we have a Big Heart with stories to warm your Heart.

Rascal is the soul of EARS. He was neglected for 2 years, lying in urine because of a bladder infection. His paw pads were bloody and his 40pound underweight body was a mass of sores. He is 8 years old and our official greeter and love bug. He's had many medical procedures at great cost and we still owe vet bills on him but he is worth every penny. His is ony one story but he has affected so many with his sweetness, gentleness and good humor.

On the Cat Front, we have wonderful news. Whitney, our oldest and longest resident, was adopted recently. She is 7 years old and was with us for more than 3 years. There was not a dry eye in the house when she left to go to her “forever home”. She is so happy there and has adjusted so well. She knows she is loved and acts like a kitten again. Being at EARS for so long she became withdrawn but now she has a new life and enjoys every second of it.

Also, an 11 year old cat was adopted by an older couple who have been in several times to say how happy they are with their new companion.

A 19 year old blind and dead cat was taken in by a wonderful, compassionate woman who pampers older, unwanted cats for the rest of their lives. We are blessed to have such beautiful people like her in the world.

We hope to continue to report stories like these but we are in dire straits as so many are these days. We need help with rent money, it is over $1000 every month.

Can't give cash? We'll take food for our Pet Pantry, litter, paper towels, cleaning supplies like bleach, and donations for Rascal's Re-Sale Store. Anything to keep us going so we can rescue more of these precious beings.

Come visit our store and meet Rascal and our wonderful cats. I'll give you a personal tour and introduce you to everyone of them.

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Friday, August 24, 2012

EARS in critical need of donations

EARS funding has reached an all-time low. The economic state in Englewood and the surrounding area has had a dramatic effect on the shelter. EARS operates on a budget of about $10,000 a month and is currently $4,500 short of that goal. EARS is reaching out to the community for donations.

“The summer months have been a real struggle", said Bobbi Austin, spokesperson for EARS. “With the extremely hot weather, people are not frequenting events like in the past and donations have been low during these summer months. Our only choice is to reach out to our community and ask for help".

“We have cut our operating costs to the bare bones”, said Susan Reilly, board member for EARS. "There is just nothing left for us to cut. Our volunteers work hard and do all they can. We are truly grateful to the loyal people who have continued to support us, but we need more of the community to generously offer their help. If everyone just donated a few dollars, I’m sure we could make our budget for August".

EARS has received an unusual amount of calls for help since spring. EARS has seen a marked increase in abandoned and stray animals and wants to help the community as much as possible. EARS receives no grants and relies totally on donations and fund-raisers. The people at EARS have been working tirelessly arranging events and yard sales to supplement donations.

Englewood Animal Rescue Sanctuary is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) volunteer organization, dedicated to rescuing, caring for and adopting homeless cats and dogs. We are a no-kill shelter serving Sarasota, Charlotte, and DeSoto counties.

All donations may be mailed or dropped off at Englewood Animal Rescue Sanctuary, 145 W. Dearborn Street, Englewood, FL 34223. Donations may also be given over the phone via credit card by calling 941-681-3877 or made by Paypal on our website at www.ears4life.com.

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Honey, another spokespuppy for EARS shares her story.  
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Take a moment to watch this video of an EARS spokespuppy singing about EARS.
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Good Afternoon EARS Supporter,

We have a lot of things going on at EARS and would like to keep you updated.

Please friend us on facebook at Rascal ReSale http://on.fb.me/MAWtUr

We have a blog http://earsanimalrescue.blogspot.com/

This allows us to post more info about what is happening at EARS. This blog will grow and we will incorporate success stories, history of adoptions, highlight our animals up for adoption, and promote our fundraising events.

Our website is www.ears4life.com

As most of you know a new Board took over EARS March of 2011. In just over a year and half these amazing individuals have overcome numerous obstacles to keep EARS running. Their selfless dedication and love of animals has accomplished amazing things and saved so many lives. But funds are at an all-time low. It has been a struggle to keep EARS running while having to deal with past debts created before the new Board took over.

Fund raising ideas has been top priority among the Board and volunteers.

Our 1^st Annual Pamper your Pet Day was such a success we will now be hosting one the last Saturday of every month Offering grooming, microchipping and pet evaluations services for a fraction of the cost.

Next event is Saturday, August 25^th from 10am to 4pm. Please make an appointment for grooming services so you don't have to make your pet wait to be pampered.

Bathing, nail clipping, ear cleaning also available.

Shop.com has generously donated a shopping portal to EARS.

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You can now shop for everything from toilet paper to travel on one amazing site and help EARS while you save time and money. The best part is that you will earn cashback from your favorite stores. Home Depot, Lowes, Staples, Old Navy, Bealls, The Gap, Macys, Wal-Mart, QVC, HSN, Circuit City, Kohls, Bed, Bath and Beyond, Tire Rack and 1000s more. It is free to become a Preferred Customer sign up and then invite your friends and you will get .5% of their shopping forever just for referring them to the EARS site.

Save Time and Money while helping

EARS Animal Rescue

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is the largest and fastest comparison on-line shopping site. Earn cashback from your favorite stores.

Get “Hot Deals” on items you buy everyday and occasionally

Set price alerts for items you are looking for

Send e-gifts – so much more personal than gift cards

Do you shop at Wal-Mart, Target, Home Depot, Lowes, Best Buy, Walgreens, HSN, QVC, Staples, Old Navy, Barnes & Noble, Bass Pro Shops, Babies and Toys R Us, Sephora, Payless Shoes, Petco, Bealls, Macys, Sears, Land's End, Banana Republic, Spencer Gifts, The Gap, Bed Bath & Beyond, Bath & Body Works, Travelocity, TireRack, Overstock.com, Kohl's, JC Penney?

These are just a few of the 1000s of stores you can shop from and “Get Paid to Shop” while saving time and money and help EARS.

It is free to become a Preferred Customer of the EARS shopping portal and get paid cashback from your favorite stores.

You will also earn .5% when your friends and family shop just by referring them to www.shop.com/ears4life

Please visit http://www.shop.com/ears4life and register today.

This site was donated to us to help us earn much needed funds.

We appreciate your support.

This Event was so successful we will now be holding a Pamper Your Pet Day the last Saturday of every month.  Next event -- Saturday, August 25

Great video about EARS. 







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EARS story in today's Englewood SUN

 

 

The early bird gets the dog

By SUSAN ERWIN

ASSISTANT ENGLEWOOD EDITOR

ENGLEWOOD — Eileen Mcveigh has been fostering dogs for ‍EARS Animal Rescue Sanctuary for the past three months.

Mcveigh was caring for Titan, a 5-year-old miniature pinscher, while ‍EARS volunteers worked to find a new permanent home for the dog.

On Saturday, Mcveigh brought Titan back to the shelter to meet his new owner, Linda Kinkeade.

“The moment I saw him in the paper I knew I wanted him, so I called right away that morning,” Kinkeade said. “They (‍EARS) said they had already received several calls about him, and that I should come for a visit as soon as possible.”

Kinkeade headed right to the shelter to visit Titan, and it seemed like the two made a perfect pair.

After a couple of vaccinations, Titan was waiting for Kinkeade to pick him up on Saturday.

“He’s such a good little dog,” Kinkeade said as she held the min pin. “I can’t wait to find out if he likes water, and I’m going to make a special area in the yard where he can play and dig.”

Judi Winant, volunteer coordinator at ‍EARS for years, wrote a blog called the “Plight of the No-Kill Shelter,” a story about Whitney, a 7-year-old cat who has been at the shelter for almost four years.

“The story is to prove that we will not kill any animal to make room for new ones — it isn’t fair and it isn’t right to do that,” Winant said.

Winant was the first foster volunteer at ‍EARS, and strives daily to get people more signed up to foster animals that are waiting in the shelter for new homes.

There are currently about a dozen kittens waiting at ‍EARS for new owners.

“We have two litters, and they are all hand-raised babies that were bottle-fed and are 9 weeks old now and ready to go,” said Bobby Austin, ‍EARS volunteer. “They all get along together so well, and it’s just a riot to watch them play.”

‍EARS is reaching out to the community to donate pet food for the rescue’s pet food bank. Food bank levels are at an all-time low, but the demand for pet food continues to rise. All pet food may be dropped off at 145 W. Dearborn St., Englewood. Monetary donations may be dropped off or given over the phone via credit card by calling 941-681-3877.

Low-cost microchipping, pet bathing, nail clipping and professional grooming services are offered the last Saturday of each month at ‍EARS.

A “Krazy Biker Kats Bike Fest” fundraiser is planned from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 6 at 262 S. Indiana Ave., Englewood.

There will be a barbecue, vendors, live music, raffles and a bike show.

For more information, visit www.ears4life.com  .

SUN PHOTO BY SUE ERWIN

Eileen Mcveigh, left, sits with Linda Kinkeade and Titan, a 5-year-old miniature pinscher, at EARS Animal Rescue Sanctuary Saturday afternoon. Mcveigh has been fostering Titan for the past two weeks, and Kinkeade oÿcially adopted the dog Saturday.

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