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We’ve been blogging for nearly 18 years, so while we migrate our more popular blog posts over here, interested readers may want to dig through our archives here for other goodies: Former Blog Site.
Love in a Parking Lot
Senior Milestone Dogs Reunite Early this summer, five elder dogs and their people gave our soon-to-be-developed Pit Ed Class training grounds the very best send-off. Set next to the waterfront in West Berkeley for
Read MoreMorning Dog Care / ISO Fall Intern
Work that dog! / Now accepting apps for FALL INTERN SUMMER INTERN POSITION FILLED. Thank you! Now accepting applications for FALL INTERN starting late August, early September. Seeking an intern to work with BR's Rescue
Read More2021, what took you so long?
Dog help us, we made it. Push off, 2020. There's not much more anyone can say, right? It's over. We hope you had a good ritual for putting this year to rest, once and for
Read MoreAnimal Culture: Finding Hope
A focus on what's right in our world. This past spring, the creators of Animal Culture Magazine approached us with an idea. They wanted to create an issue that offered hope during difficult times.
Read MoreTightrope Walking, C-19 & Barn Etiquette
Covid-19 is forcing us to adjust and adapt, and we're all walking that tightrope as we figure it out. Making solid adoption matches is a huge source of joy for us. While we've dialed our
Read MoreBig News: Energy Independence
Powered by the Sun! Big News: We're producing our own electricity now. Our new 'puppy' - this big fat solar battery - just got plugged in after Covid-19 made us wait. Isn't she a beauty?
Read More#GivingTuesdayNow Fundraising Ask During Covid-19
Our Response to Covid-19 Needs We've been blessed with the help of motivated volunteer helpers, generous veterinarians and this supportive, always encouraging community. BR's credit card has been smokin' as we respond to community needs,
Read MoreHelper Connect. To support our neighbors.
It's okay to ask. It's good to give. Some weeks ago, animal shelters were understandably concerned that illnesses resulting from Covid19 would result in a massive influx of surrendered pets. Thankfully that scenario hasn't
Read MoreThe here and now: Locked down but moving forward.
Needless to say, tough times. Saturday Pit Ed classes have been delayed until April. We'll announce when it seems safe to come out of hiding and do class again. If you're having behavior issues with
Read MoreDenver dog owners: The revised 'Pit Bull Ordinance' threatens your rights
UPDATE: The ordinance to replace Denver's breed ban with restrictions (mandatory spay/neuter, arbitrary inspections among other items) PASSED the City Council's vote on February 10, but was vetoed by City Mayor Hancock on February 14. An
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