Tuesday, February 12, 2019

2.13.19 Volunteer of the Month- Mark!


Meet Mark!




How did you find out about Minnesota Pit Bull Rescue?

I was specifically looking to adopt a pittie and I found MPBR online.  I went to a puppy meet n’ greet at Rock Bottom Brewery downtown.  

Why did you decide to start volunteering for MPBR?

Knowing MN Pitbull Rescue was all volunteer based I wanted to volunteer as way to give back to the organization that gave us our first puppy.  We are not currently able to foster so volunteering is the next best thing!!
One of our cats & Seamus

How long have you volunteered for the rescue?

It'll be six years in June.  


Do you have any pets?

We got our pupper, Seamus from the rescue and some cats.



Where's your favorite dog friendly place to take your pup?

Love to take Seamus for a walk around Lake Harriet.  There’s a secret spot where dogs can go swimming and he LOVES it.  Also like walking the trails at Minnehaha Falls.  After a nice long walk he likes to rest in the shade of the trees, eat lunch and watch the kids play.

When not surrounded by dogs – what can you be found doing?


We bought a fixer upper home that we’ve been working on.  We love going to sporting events when my teams are in town, theater, and checking out new places to to eat.


Seamus & an overnight guest!
Seamus & an overnight guest, take 2!



Mark helps with A LOT of puppy transports!
Do you have a favorite memory that happened while you were volunteering? 

My favorite memories are when we break out the puppy kissing booth.  It’s great to see people so happy meeting the little ones.  Especially the kids. I also, love to bring pups to the house for overnight stays and they can run around the yard playing with Seamus.  He loves having someone to play with!!!



Do you have any advice for current or future volunteers? 

Every little bit helps!!!  Something as simple as picking up clothes or medicine for the dogs may not be the most fun, but it really means a lot to the fosters.  Plus, not being from here, I get to learn where places are like Crystal, Fridley, Woodbury and Inver Grove Heights!!!







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Each month one of our foster pawrents receives a gift card as a thank you.This is our small way of showing appreciation for the dedication our volunteers have to this rescue. Minnesota Pit Bull Rescue is 100% volunteer based- no shelters here! Each dog we are able to save is because a foster is willing to open their home for us  Interested in volunteering? Check out some info here.

2.12.19 We need your help!


HELP! HELP! HELP! HELP! HELP! HELP! HELP! HELP! HELP!

We need kennels!
We have 15 puppies that will be ready for adoption at the beginning of March & we are in desperate need of small kennels. If you can help, please click here 














Stay tuned for more puppy news, they're all SO cute!

Monday, February 11, 2019

2.11.19 Business Bark Out - Carver Junk Company


February 11, 2019 | by Corey Lundgren (Bark Out Editor & Photographer)

It's our Monday Business Barkout, Volume 6! Today we are featuring Carver Junk Company. They have two locations- Minneapolis & Chaska. Carver is a fun project shop with finished products like furniture, bath and home goods, and apparel. Carver Junk Company also hosts DIY workshops for kids and adults. Workshops are updated monthly-check out their project list & bring all your Pinterest dreams to life: https://carverjunkcompany.com/collections/workshops




MPBR Alumni member, Andra, ready to give out kisses!

Yesterday they hosted our annual Kissing Booth. A $1 donation (or more) would get you sloppy puppy kisses and all money raised was donated to Minnesota Pit Bull Rescue.

 Every year this event is a huge success and (even with the snowstorm) this year was another great turnout! Check out the pictures from the event & thank you all who made it out!


Otto & Odie- Reporting for Duty!

Adorable cookies made by Smart Cookie














Kisses!


Our friends from Blackberry Vet made it out!















If you or someone you know is interested in partnering with us, or they have a love for pitties & support the breed in some way, please email our Event/Social Media Coordinator- Ashley@mnpitbull.com. Thank you for taking the time to read this, stay tuned for more … coming every Monday.

Thank you,
Corey L

2.9.19 Hi from Sasha


Sasha was a rockstar at AQK9 today! She did some “It’s your choice” and Name Game while others were working and she rocked at the first few CGC test exercises. She remained calm while a stranger approached or pet her and passed the grooming test with flying colors. She was completely calm and relaxed while we touched and pet her from head to toe. Isn’t she adorable?! Adopt Sasha at mnpitbull.com


2.8.19 Upcoming Event-Kissing Booth!


We are so excited for this Sunday, the 10th! Please join us at Carver Junk Company Minneapolis for our annual Kissing Booth! New dogs every hour! Who are you excited to meet?





Thursday, February 7, 2019

2.7.19 Rhodes


Good morning from Rhodes! Who needs a smart little guy in their life?


Wednesday, February 6, 2019

2.6.19 Meet Sonnie & Oana


Meet Sonnie the pittie & Oana the rottie

Sonnie

Oana


Both of these gals will be at Carver Junk Company this Sunday for our annual kissing booth. Be sure to stop by and give the girls some love! See our event page for more details🐾