Chesapeake Bay Retriever Relief & Rescue

April 2025 Newsletter

We have the best Volunteers!

🐾 Thank You to Our Incredible Volunteers! 🐾

We are beyond grateful for each and every one of you who dedicate your time and energy to saving the lives of Chessies in need. Whether you're visiting dogs in shelters, conducting home visits and evaluations, helping with transports, organizing fundraisers, or taking on any of the countless other tasks that keep our mission alive—we couldn’t do this without you!

Your compassion, dedication, and hard work make all the difference. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for being the heroes these dogs need. 💙 #VolunteerAppreciationWeek #ThankYou #ChessieRescue #CBRRR 💙

Gunner needs a family to pick him

🏡 Meet Gunner – A Blind Beauty with a Big Heart 🐾

Gunner may not have his sight, but he sees the world through love. 💛

This sweet boy has been through a lot — rescued from a neglect case and left waiting in a shelter without being chosen. Gunner is now thriving in a loving foster home in Idaho, where he’s rediscovering the joys of companionship, gentle walks, and daily routines.

Despite his blindness, Gunner lives for car rides, exploring with courage and curiosity, and being near his person — earning him the nickname “Velcro Chessie” from his foster. He’s a gentle soul with endless loyalty and an unshakable spirit.

🩺 Health & Care:

Gunner is blind, but he adapts beautifully with guidance and love. He’s part of our Pawlitive Care program, which means all eye-related vet expenses are covered by the rescue.

🏠 Gunner’s Ideal Home:

• A calm environment with minimal stairs
• Preferably no other dogs, or possibly a mellow female dog
• Someone patient and loving who can be his guide and best friend

We’re almost out of time in his current foster situation, and Gunner is so ready to settle into a forever home where he can feel safe, cherished, and truly at peace. 🐶

📍 Location: Idaho

📩 Contact: Northwestrd@cbrrescue.org

CBRR&R Birthday Club!

Happy 10th Birthday Miss Abbey girl!

Happy 4th Birthday to Ryker NW SW Alumni

Happy 1st Birthday to the Colville Nine

Finn 💖 is a very active, happy boy who enjoys inventing games and constantly playing. He is too smart for his own good. Opening doors is his laterst skill, keeping us on our toes. He still gets car sick, but not as often. His relationship with the cats is still a process. He loves his sister Kadi and just gets a little rambunctious for her at times. We love the big lug and so happy he found us.

Odin 💖 loves his little human Michael. He follows him everywhere. He is obsessed with water and constantly jumps in the bath with Michael  he is a very sweet boy and his family loves him.

His favorite things are Michael, swimming, playing on four wheelers , playing with his dog brother Zeus and hiking.

We just found out that Odin can find deer antlers! He’s found two so far this year!

Good boy!

Walker 💖 is a sweet, loving boy who loves to take himself for walks! He loves our cat, his chessie cousin, and our grandkids. He can be stubborn, gets sick in the car, and can be rambunctious but he has stolen the hearts of the entire family.

Princess💖 the Runt:

When Princess was rescued, she was the tiniest of the litter—But what she lacked in size, she made up for in sheer willpower and attitude.

Despite her small size, Princess immediately set the tone: the German Shepherd she now calls “brother”—a hulking 120 pounds of fluff and confusion—was no match for her antics.

Princess isn’t just spice, she's brains, too.

It only took her one try to figure out how to open the screen door.

One of her favorite places her family’s lake house. There, she has transformed to fearless adventurer. She’s learned to paddle board—yes, paddle board.

Back at home, her noble steed isn’t a horse, but a robo vacuum.

From runt to royalty, Princess may have started small, but in her world, she’s always been the queen. 🐶

Kimber 💖🐾

Miss Kimber is showing more of her quirky, lovable personality every day! She’s officially mastered the art of sneaking shoes out of the closet—not to chew (yet 😅), but just to relocate them to more interesting spots in the house. We're calling it "interior decorating: puppy edition."

She’s still figuring out this whole "fetch" thing... mostly because she’s far too fascinated by what the older dogs are up to. Watching them seems to be her favorite pastime — like she’s taking mental notes before she joins in. 🐶

Kimber is an absolute doll and such a joy to have around. Every day with her is a little brighter, a little goofier, and full of love. ❤️

We can't wait to see how she continues to grow and blossom!

Freddie 💖 Freddie was the only "dead grass" in the litter — a golden puffball in a sea of darker pups. But what he lacked in camouflage, he made up for in sparkle. With his bright blonde coat and big golden eyes, Freddie is impossible to ignore — a total blond bombshell in dog form.

Freddie quickly proved he was more than just a pretty face. He had personality. He adored his brothers and sister, always ready to wrestle or snuggle. But more than anything, he loves water — especially the shower.

Freddie has slid effortlessly into his role as the spoiled bed hog, happily sprawling across pillows like royalty. He claimed his seat as the permanent “princess passenger” in the car — window down, tongue out, living his best life.

But don't let the cute face fool you — Freddie had quirks, he farts a lot. But who could be mad at that face?

What Freddie loved most in the world was doggie daycare, it's his social scene, his gym, his party. And the trampoline is his kingdom.

Iris 💖 has blossomed into a sweet & adventurous companion who balances boundless energy with affectionate cuddles and kisses. Ever helpful in her own way, she diligently alerts her family to any forgotten items on the floor or too close to the edge of the counter—typically with her teeth! Despite her loving nature, Iris has a stubborn streak that shows whenever she sets her mind to something. She thrives in the company of her siblings, with whom playtime is never dull. Her irresistible attraction to water means no puddle goes unsplashed, and her enthusiasm for fetch games showcases her playful spirit.

Leroy 💖 makes us laugh every single day! He loves to chase his tail, and play with his brother, Boone, although he doesn't quite understand when enough is enough. He loves all people and dogs, is so smart and quick to learn, still working on his leash walking and not pulling my arm out of the socket when he sees a squirrel. He still gets car sick, but its getting better; and has gotten much smarter and stealthier with his counter surfing technique. He is my shadow, follows me everywhere, sleeps under my desk when I work which worked well when he was a puppy, but he's getting a little too big now - but he makes it work! Leroy brings me my shoes when he is ready for attention which is all the time and just brings a smile to everyone's face. Love him to pieces.

Loon 💖 I never imagined that the little demon who growled at other puppies while sitting on me would turn out to be such a gift. After losing a soul dog, it’s never easy—but Loon, aka Blue Loon or Lunatic, filled that space with her full-toothed smile and love for "Roo-ing."

She proudly carries socks like prized trophies without ever chewing them, scatters her stuffies everywhere, and learns new things with ease. She’s a travel pro, and a sneaky river swimmer who gives the coldest, wettest hugs.

Loon is a fearless adventurer, a squirrel chaser, and a social butterfly—or just a happy shop dog hanging out with me. She’s larger than life, with no concept of personal space. We can’t wait to see where her next adventure takes us. RIP to Loon's brother Scout, who sadly passed away this week. He was a good boy and will be deeply missed. Run free sweet Scout.

Good-bye to our beautiful Alumni

Goliath Sugar Bear

Thank you for all the support with Goliath. I want to thank you for taking in Goliath/Sugar Bear and getting him away from his other terrible home. I also want to thank you for letting me adopt such a beautiful and sweet loving chessie. Our time together was short but full of love. Sugar Bear gave so much love that I was very blessed and thankful for our time together. He was my best buddy and always at my side. We went everywhere together.

Sugar bear will be missed but never forgotten. I also want to thank everyone with the chessie rescue for their love and support.  

Rest in peace my Sugar Bear, my love is eternal. Joel

In Loving Memory of Rainee

Our hearts are heavy as we say goodbye to one of our beloved alumni, Rainee.

Rainee was the kind of dog who didn’t just live life—she made it richer for everyone around her. A true Chessie through and through, she was sweet, tough, headstrong, and endlessly loyal. She had a knack for knowing just what her person needed—from fetching a book or shoes at just the right time to helping make a fire by bringing yesterday’s newspaper. Her intelligence and thoughtfulness never failed to amaze.

She loved her peanut butter Kongs, prancing proudly around the house with her empty food bag, and using her bowl as a pillow after dinner. Whether she was enjoying kayaking, swimming at the river, or working through a Rally course (especially when treats were involved!), Rainee did it all with joy and heart.

Rainee was sweet and tough to the very end. Even as cancer slowly wore her down, she wanted to keep living her best life. Just this past Friday, Saturday, and even today, she still asked to go for car rides and short swims. Though walking had become a trial, she insisted on joining her person at the barn for chores every morning and night. Her spirit never wavered, even when her body began to fail.

She was deeply loved by her Mama Donna, who gave her the kind of life every dog deserves—full of adventures, care, and unwavering companionship. Thank you all a million times over for letting her come into my life—Donna just wishes it could have been for many more years.

We’re so grateful Rainee was part of our rescue family and will always remember her with love.

Run free, Rainee—you were one of a kind

Happy update on Pearl

Update on sweet Pearl -

Pearl had her two- week check up today and was released from the “cone of shame!” She had one visit in between to check on a pulled stitch (no intervention needed).

Pearl is very happy! Thank you, a million times, for everyone’s support and donations towards her surgery!

Attention Members: July is Roo-newal month

Renew Your CBRR&R Membership this July and keep the love going!

July is more than just fireworks and summer fun—it’s also time for our annual membership renewal drive at CBRR&R! It’s been a few years since we’ve done this, but we believe it’s time to refresh and rebuild our active membership base. We’re also using this opportunity to reconnect with our community. Renewing your membership lets us know you’re still with us and still passionate about the work we do. It will also help us identify and welcome new, and engaged members who are committed to the mission of CBRR&R.

Your membership dues do so much more than just keep your name on our roster. They are the heartbeat of our rescue mission.

Why Your Membership Dues Matter:

• They help keep the lights on—literally. From vet bills to transport costs, your support helps cover essential expenses.
• They give you a voice—members vote in our elections and help guide the future of CBRR&R.
• They keep our rescue family strong—members are invited to our annual meetings and events, where your passion and presence matter.



Whether you're renewing your commitment or joining us for the first time, you're not just paying dues—you're giving dogs in need a second chance. Let’s keep saving lives, one chessie at a time. 

Stay tuned for more details on how to renew or join—coming soon!

🌸 Just in time for Mother’s Day! 🌸

🌸 Attention Chessie Moms: This drop is for you. 🌸 🐾 "In My Chessie Mom Era" 🐾

Check out our brand-new designs in the Bonfire Swag Store — made especially for the amazing Chessie Moms out there!

Rock your title loud and proud — whether you’re at the dog park or just out and about, let the world know you’re raising a legend 🐾

Our CBRR&R Chessies are the most talented

Finn enjoying his job in finance.

Kimber learning to drive 4x4.

Iris does the dishes every night

Odin working on heavy excavation

Odin is also a Parkour instructor

March Adoptions - by Linda Mitchell

New Partner Alert - The Estes Paw Company

We’ve partnered with The Estes Paw Co, to help you provide your dogs with high quality treats! This link will set you up for a 15% off discount, no need to add discount code, and help the organization continue to help in-need dogs across the country.

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