October is Bull-O-Ween Time!

October Is Bull-O-Ween Time!

Learn About All Our Great Bulldogs and Upcoming Events!

Bulldog Spotlight:

Sylvia

Yep, I left the past behind and I am now looking forward to a fabulous future with no more babies and a lot of couch time! I never had a name. I just had a number I wore around my neck ~ #120 identified me. What you really need to know about me is that I am afraid of just about everything, especially walking on grass or walking on a leash. I came from a puppy mill and I prayed I would eventually end up in good place, like this rescue. I’ve been told I’ll never have to be a mom again. Matter of fact, I had a surgery to make sure that never happens again. I am 4 years old and my perfect family will be patient, kind, and will love me with all their hearts. Love, Sylvia, the former #120, a true beauty queen.

From her foster parents: After being with us for a few weeks, “out of her shell” is an understatement. Sylvia was incredibly nervous when she first came to our house, but slowly started to figure out things.

Sylvia gets along great with other dogs, and loves to play. She has a lot of fun playing with toys, but doesn’t fully understand what is/isn’t considered a toy. Her personality can easily be compared to that of a big puppy. When it comes time to eat, Sylvia is so excited, she will hop, dance, jump on furniture, and clumsily trip over anything in her way.

Health wise, she is in great condition. She is not on any prescription medication, only a daily joint supplement. She currently has a cyst between her toes that we are working on with daily Epsom salt foot soaks, and should be better soon.

Senior Spotlight:

Ontos

You might wonder about my unique name. My former owner came from a long line of Marines who have all owned Bulldogs. All the dogs were named after something to do with the military. Many were named after some type of tank. The Ontos was a very special tank used by the Marines in the 50s and 60s. So I am proud to be a Marine Tank!

I am upset though that I am also a casualty. My family got a divorce and it seemed no one had time or a place for me. They knew I needed more time with people than they could provide, so I joined rescue.

I’m 9 years old, but you would never guess it. I am quite active for a dog my age. I believe in military fitness and have kept myself in tip-top shape. I am disciplined and well-behaved. I love to go on walks and do great on a leash.

From his foster family: Ontos continues to do so well at our house. He is very smart, and has learned to scratch at the backdoor when he wants in and outside. He is Foster Ma’s shadow, and he follows me around everywhere I go... literally everywhere! Foster Ma has learned to slow down and take her time knowing Ontos is around, sometimes he doesn’t see that I moved and I might close the door too fast on him, or he doesn’t know to watch out as I walk by because his eye sight is so bad. So, we have all learned to slow down, and make sure he is aware of his surroundings and we make sure he knows he is safe. You would never know he is 9 by the way he plays, runs and acts. He LOVES the mini human, and is so gentle around him. There is not enough good things we can say about Ontos. He is such a good loving boy, and has plenty of love left to give!

Thanks for Giving Day Success!

We want to thank everyone who helped in any way to promote or give during North Texas Giving Day. This year we had 152 people donate and we raised $16,668! We think that’s amazing for one day of giving! It makes a major impact on our budget and our ability to assist more dogs.

2019 Bull-O-Ween

Premier Event Center — 1165 S. Stemmons Fwy, Lewisville

Saturday, October 19 — 5 PM - 8 PM

We are in the final push to prepare for an amazing night of fun-filled activities for bulldogs, adults and children alike. All sponsors and vendors have been secured. You can purchase advance VIP and General Admission tickets on our website . We will have some amazing new t-shirt designs and other items for purchase at the event. And there will be food trucks!

Five Dangerous Halloween Candies

Halloween is associated with spooky haunted houses, pet Halloween costumes and most of all, Halloween candy! Certain types of candy can be toxic and very dangerous to pets. Below are are five dangerous Halloween candies for dogs and cats.

1. CANDY CORN & OTHER HIGH SUGAR CANDY

Candies that are made with pure sugar can cause severe gas and diarrhea. The sugar not only provides a great source of food for gut bacteria to indulge on, it can also pull water into the colon and cause a bad case of diarrhea.

2. CHOCOLATE COVERED RAISINS

These tasty treats combine two potentially deadly ingredients in dogs and cats. Chocolate is toxic to pets and can cause severe vomiting, diarrhea and seizures. Raisins (and other grape products) can cause severe kidney failure. The two of these combined is the ultimate toxic nightmare for pets. If your pet eats any chocolate covered raisins this Halloween, take them to your veterinarian immediately for treatment.

3. CANDY WITH WRAPPERS

When dogs get into the candy bowl, they don’t usually bother to unwrap the treats first. Plastic and foil wrappers pose a health risk since they can cause an obstruction in the intestines and irritate the lining of the GI tract. Sometimes, pets can pass the wrappers without a problem, but it is best to keep all wrapped treats away from pets just in case.

4. BITE-SIZE HARD CANDY

Hard candy often has a delicious taste to dogs. These treats pose a major choking hazard for pets. Hard candy becomes slippery when mixed with saliva and it can be inhaled into the trachea (wind pipe), causing a choking hazard. Be sure to keep these candies away from dogs and cats.

5. SUGAR-FREE GUM

This type of gum may contain Xylitol, a sugar-substitute. Xylitol is perfectly safe in people, but it can be deadly if ingested by a dog or cat. Xylitol causes a very severe drop in blood sugar that can happen within minutes after ingestion. Pets may become lethargic, unable to walk and start having seizures. If they survive the initial symptoms, they often will have severe liver damage and potentially fatal liver failure. This is the most dangerous type of Halloween candy for pets.

Keep your pet safe this Halloween by keeping all of your Halloween treats in a safe, secure place.

By Dr. Eva Evans, a veterinarian and writer for Pets Best.

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Upcoming Events. . .

Bulldog Barktoberfest at The Station Patio IceHouse 11 W. Vine St., Keller

Saturday, October 5 from 2-4PM

Please join us for BARKTOBERFEST and another Bulldog bonanza! We’ll be visiting The Station Patio IceHouse in Keller and we want you to come out too. Stop by to say hello to the cutest Bulldogs around ~ some of the foster dogs of Lone Star Bulldog Club Rescue. Many thanks to our friends at The Station Patio IceHouse for hosting this get-together for us!

2019 Bull-O-Ween

Premier Event Center — 1165 S. Stemmons Fwy, Lewisville

Saturday, October 19 — 5 PM - 8 PM

Let's get together to celebrate cooler weather, the onset of fall and Halloween... Bulldog style!

Bring your well-behaved, leashed, vaccinated four-legged friends and family members (they don't need to be leashed) to the 2019 Bull-O-Ween and help raise much needed funds for Lone Star Bulldog Club Rescue. We'll have a costume contest for the dogs, so you may want to start planning your outfits now!

You can purchase advance VIP and General Admission tickets on our website . We will have some amazing new t-shirt designs and other items for purchase at the event. And there will be food trucks!

Bulldog Bonanza at Shannon Brewing Company, 818 N Main St., Keller

Sunday, November 3 — 1-4 PM

Please join us for another Bulldog bonanza! We’ll be visiting Shannon Brewing Company in Keller and we want you to come out too. Stop by to say hello to the cutest Bulldogs around ~ some of the foster dogs of Lone Star Bulldog Club Rescue.

You’ll also be able to meet some of our volunteers to learn more about our program and ask your Bulldog-specific questions. Plus, you’ll be able to purchase one of our T-shirts to support and raise awareness of our mission of saving Bulldogs.

Many thanks to our friends at Shannon for hosting this get-together for us!

Bulldogs at Cold Beer Company in Deep Ellum

3600 Main St., Dallas

Saturday, November 9 — 2 to 4 PM

Please join us at one of our favorite places for another Bulldog bonanza! We’ll be visiting Cold Beer Company and we want you to come out too.

If you have a buddy who is considering a new dog, bring him along so he can be indoctrinated to the magic of the Bulldog breed.

Many thanks to Carter and all of our friends at Cold Beer Company for agreeing to host this get-together for us. We’re looking forward to sharing a bite and raising our glasses to our beloved Bulldogs!

Bulldog Bonanza at Grub Burger Bar

3101 Heritage Trace Parkway, Fort Worth

Sunday, November 17 — 2 to 5 PM

Stop by to say hello to the cutest Bulldogs around ~ some of the foster dogs of Lone Star Bulldog Club Rescue.

You’ll also be able to meet some of our volunteers to learn more about our program and ask your Bulldog-specific questions. Plus, you’ll be able to purchase our merchandise to support and raise awareness of our mission of saving Bulldogs.

Many thanks to our friends at Grub Burger Bar for hosting this get-together for us!

New Merchandise…..

We have lots of new items for sale on our website. More will be added later this month. Each purchase helps support our mission. Be sure to to check out our Store .