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About the Ranch

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Danny Tommy

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The name “Remember Me Ranch” was originally from a book, but soon it came to hold a much greater meaning for us. We will never forget those we have lost on our journey to make our dreams come true, especially our founder, Danny Richardson, his cousin Tommy Eckl, and our very first rescue dog, Lina Lou. We’ll miss and love you always.

At Remember Me Ranch, our mission is to provide sanctuary for the many scared, starved, unloved animals that are facing euthanasia in the local Baraboo area and throughout the United States. Please help us fulfill our dreams - adopt, donate, or volunteer at Remember Me Ranch today!

Love, Cassie and the RMR Team

E13158 Shady Lane Rd. Baraboo, WI 53913

Cassie

608-356-3555 www.remembermeranch.com

Adopt

Donate

Volunteer

Our goal is to take in unwanted, unloved or sheltered animals and help them find their forever home.

Don’t have room in your life for a new pet but still want to contribute to our cause? Then make a donation!

Remember Me Ranch is always looking for people to help us make the Ranch run more smoothly! We appreciate any amount of work, from anywhere.

Costs: • • • •

Adult Dog: $250 Puppy (under 6 months): $300 Adult Cat: $50 Kitten (under 6 months): $85

All adopted pets come with: • • • •

Up-to-date vaccination record Rabies vaccination Microchip Spayed or Neutered

At Remember Me Ranch, we want to ensure that our pets will be placed in good and loving forever homes. We generally require an application, references, a home visit and a contract before you are able to bring your pet home. Adopting from Remember Me Ranch helps to save lives - and not just the life of the pet you take home. By helping a pet find its forever home, you’re making space for two homeless animals: one at the Ranch and another one at a shelter. And that’s something to be proud of.

Donations are an easy way to help out the Ranch and let us continue to support our furry friends while they’re waiting to find their forever home.

We appreciate any contribution, whether it be monetary, sponsorship, or a donation of supplies.You can donate directly from our website by clicking the PayPal button or set up payment directly to remembermeranch@gmail. com.

SPONSORSHIP

Many of the animals that come into the Ranch were rescued, and some require more care than others. These animals have just as much right to find a forever home as the healthy ones, but many are never given the chance. By sponsoring our special needs animals, you give them the opportunity to get better and find their forever home at last.

SUPPLIES

At the Ranch, we find ourselves constantly in need of certain items. Here are a few suggestions: • blankets • carrying crates • dog/cat toys • cat food • cat litter • cleaning supplies

Help needed with... • • • • • • •

Walking/Socializing Cleaning Transportation Event Planning Grooming Fundraising Website Management/ Design • Fostering NEW! Help out with our Furry Food Bank today, to give aid to our local pet owners in the Baraboo area.

Spay/Neuter Services The idea of spaying or neutering your pet might not be a pleasant one, but believe us - it benefits everyone in the long run. Your pet will be better-behaved, healthier, and you’ll also help to control the growing number of homeless cats and dogs.

What We Do

Every 4th Wednesday of the month, meet at the Ranch for transportation to Spay Me, a low-cost clinic located in Sun Prairie. Your pet will spend one night at the Ranch. Costs range between $45 - $105 depending on species and sex. Payment is due three days after request. Call us at (608) 356-3555 or go online to reserve a spot.

I Found My Forever

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NAME: Zeus

AGE: 4 Years Old DATE ADOPTED: 6-15-2011 HIS STORY : Zeus was three years old and terrified of strangers when he came to Remember Me Ranch. However, he was too nice of a dog to let anyone put him down, so RMR went to work. Zeus went through an extensive positive behavior modification program to help him overcome his fear....and it worked! Thanks to his training, Zeus just needs to sniff a stranger and heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ok with them. Zeus was then adopted by a RMR volunteer who just fell in love with him! He now has a great family, enjoys walks and loves to socialize with his new neighbors.

Check out our website at www.remembermeranch.com.

Saved My Life

Cassie B. Richardson Director

Animal Sanctuary and Rescue

E13158 Shady Lane Baraboo, WI 53913 608-356-3555 remembermeranch@gmail.com remembermeranch.com

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Remember Me Ranch E13158 Shady Lane Baraboo, WI 53913

Saved My Life

Remember Me Ranch

Animal Sanctuary and Rescue E13158 Shady Lane Baraboo, WI 53913 608-356-3555 remembermeranch@gmail.com remembermeranch.com

Sunrise Newsletter Inside This Issue: Director’s Insights Our Story Minnie’s Column Fundraisers Available Adoptions Santa’s Wish List

Director’s Insights We’re so excited to be coming up on the Holidays. We just celebrated our 1st year at the Ranch, and boy, was it fun! We went through a lot of challenges, loss and change, but we’ve made it through and we’re ready for 2011! In January, we got our first batch of dogs: Dixie, Dolly, Ellis, Scrappy-Doo and Douglas. Boy! We were in for a surprise. There was so much work to do,and I cried for at least two days straight. But it didn’t stop me from saving more! In April, we suffered such a loss as my husband, Daniel Richardson, died in a boating accident on April 15th. After this, we didn’t know if the Ranch would continue after losing him. Danny Eventually, his memory helped me continue on and save more! In August, we got our first batch of brand new kittens. We renovated the old “Dog House” into “Tommy’s Cat Cottage” so our kittens and cats could Happy holidays from the Ranch! have a happy, warm place to wait for their adoptive homes. Pretty soon, we were full of cats, but it didn’t stop me from saving more! In November, we rescued a little dog named Minnie…she couldn’t eat or drink and had to be fed

four times a day, but she got a great surgery, and her Danny Christmas wish! That really motivated us to save more! Also, in November, we Minnie welcomed in our Cat Manager, Barb Lasek. We renovated the cold basement into a warm apartment for Barb, and she was renovated into the crazy cat lady. Now we finally have some more help to be able to save more! We welcome the New Year, hopefully with success and happiness. We have so much to do yet to continue to makethis place a home for all the animals that come to take refuge. Wish us luck! - Cassie Richardson, Director

Our Story We named the rescue “Remember Me Ranch” because of a great book, but we never would have guessed what meaning the name would soon hold… Danny Richardson was my husband, best friend, and fellow animal rescuer. He always encouraged me to follow my dreams, so when the 12-acre property in Baraboo came up for sale, he agreed, and we bought it. Then he went to Afghanistan with the Air Force for three months, and was set to come home in April. During this time, our dog, Lina Lou, ran away and was hit on the highway. Dan was devastated and so far away from home. Those two were inseparable - Where ever Danny was, so was Lina Lou. They went fishing, ice fishing and camping together. Once, they spent an entire weekend at the St. Croix River - just Danny and Lina. Danny came home from the war, excited to be a part of the Ranch, and to try out his new fishing

boat. On April 15th, Danny and his best friend and Cousin, Tommy Eckl, died on Castle Rock Lake while doing what they loved best – fishing. We all miss Dan so much here; it is not the same without his laughter, jokes and love. But, we have his memories and his support from up above to guide us along. He wanted this property to be a place for us to fulfill dreams and to save animals, just like we saved Lina Lou. Without Danny and Lina Lou, there would be no Danny and L ina Remember Me Ranch. So, this Ranch is dedicated to the memory of Dan and his vision of saving the animals.

Minnie’s Column Dear Everyone,

since before I went into surgery, and I’m on my way to being a big girl! I talked my mom into letting me write I’m almost ten weeks old now, and I’m still this column, because, learning potty training and good manners (I like to you see I’m a UWbite, I just can’t help myself). In January, I’m going to Madison Alumni now, puppy school to learn how to be a good dog and play and that means I’m with other puppies, I just can’t wait. And to think that very smart. I had if I wouldn’t have had the surgery, I wouldn’t be able to a wonderful surgery enjoy any of this! Minnie there, and everyone was so nice to me, and fixed me up so that I don’t My mom says that we’re gonna have a big party regurgitate all my food. My mom said that it was really for me after the new year so we can raise money for the expensive, but she knows I’m worth it. I’m feeling so Ranch and for my surgery bills. I hope I get to meet all much better now – the first few days, I still threw my my fans soon, I’m very popular, you know… food up a bit, but now, almost three weeks later, I’m Thank you everyone for helping me, my Christmas almost good as new. I still eat four times a day prayers were answered. standing up, and I have to be held for at least twenty minutes (which I love, cause I’m a snugglebug), but -Love, Minnie now I get to eat all my food and be full! It’s a great feeling, and it gives me so much energy to play with my favorite big brother, Marco. I’ve gained two pounds

Fundraisers In August of this year, we had a wonderful fundraiser with Bridget Marquardt, a very beautiful and sweet Playboy Bunny and reality star, at Ho-Chunk Casino. For every autograph she signed, she charged $5, and donated all the cash to the critters! We raised just over $1000! Not bad for our first fundraiser everâ&#x20AC;Ś

First Fundraiser

Adoptable Pets

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Lily Lily

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Santa’s Wish List Blankets Dog Beds Cat Beds Carrying Crates of all sizes Metal crates of all sizes Litter Pans Kitty Litter (only non-clumping kind) Kitty Condo Puppy Playpen Dog Harness for Car Cat Trees Dog Leashes and Collars (we love the Lupine Brand) Remember Me Ranch Engraved Tags Dog Toys Cat Toys Swiffer mop pads Paper Towels Bleach Vinegar Laundry Detergent (for both HE and regular) Dawn Dish Soap Clorox Wipes

Any Brand of cat food for feral kitties around the area Chicken Soup for the Cat or Kitten Lover’s Soul (Dry) Chicken Soup for the Large Breed Puppy or Puppy Lover’s Soul (Dry) Friskies Canned Cat Food Wellness or Merick Canned Dog Food Rice Ground Beef Canned Pumpkin Paper Bowls Plastic Spoons K-9 Advantix (all weights for dogs) Revolution (for cats) Vitamins (Pet Tabs Plus) Rimadyl or Deramaxx (RX) Panacur (RX) Pyrantel Pamoate (RX) Drontel (RX) Heartguard (RX) Syringes (RX)

Remember Me Ranch E13158 Shady Lane Baraboo, WI 53913

Why Spay or Neuter Your Pet? Spaying or neutering your pet will not only improve your pet experience, but help prevent animals from ending up in shelters. Every year, 4 million cats and dogs are put down. By fixing your pet, you can help reduce that number! At Remember Me Ranch, we strive to raise awareness of spay and neuter programs and assist owners in doing so. We want to help prevent the number of unwanted pets from growing.

Spay or Neuter Benefits • • • • •

Pets live healthier lives Better socialized and behaved Less aggression Less territory marking Less reproductive problems

Did You Know?

• 1 fixed dog = 12 less dogs in shelters • 1 out of 10 dogs never finds a home • 97% of all dog bites are from non spayed/neutered dogs

Spay & Neuter Transport

• High Quality/Low Cost • Every 4th Wednesday of hte month, RMR tranpsorts pets for spaying or neutering • Call or go online to reserve a spot

Low-Cost Spay & Neuter Transport Service

Because out of 12 cats and 10 dogs, only one of each will ever find a home

Low-Cost Spay & Neuter Transport Service

Because out of 12 cats and 10 dogs, only one of each will ever find a home

Low-Cost Spay & Neuter Transport Service

Because out of 12 cats and 10 dogs, only one of each will ever find a home

What We Do

Meets the 4th Wednesday of each month at Remember Me Ranch

Drop off at 6:15-6:45 p.m. Wednesday Pick up at 7:15-7:45 p.m. Thursday

Appointments are granted on a first-come, first-served basis. We can only transport as many animals as we can fit on the van, so we recommend reserving your appointment at least two weeks prior to the transport.

Give us a call or go to www.remembermeranch.com to schedule a procedure.

Prices

Dog Service Package $105 - Spay $90 - Neuter

Includes: Rabies Vaccination and Tag Distemper Vaccination Nail Trim 24 hours of pain medication

We transport your pet to Spay Me, a low-cost, high-quality clinic in Sun Prairie. Your pet will spend one night at the ranch.

Companion Cat Package $60 - Spay or Neuter

Community (feral) Cat Package $45 - Spay or Neuter Includes: Rabies Vaccination and Tag Distemper Vaccination Revolution Treatment

Includes: Rabies Vaccination and Tag Distemper Vaccination Nail Trim 24 hours of pain medication

We transport your pet to Spay Me, a low-cost, high-quality clinic in Sun Prairie. Your pet will spend one night at the ranch.

Companion Cat Package $60 - Spay or Neuter

Community (feral) Cat Package $45 - Spay or Neuter Includes: Rabies Vaccination and Tag Distemper Vaccination Revolution Treatment

Includes: Rabies Vaccination and Tag Distemper Vaccination Nail Trim 24 hours of pain medication

We transport your pet to Spay Me, a low-cost, high-quality clinic in Sun Prairie. Your pet will spend one night at the ranch.

Companion Cat Package $60 - Spay or Neuter

Community (feral) Cat Package $45 - Spay or Neuter Includes: Rabies Vaccination and Tag Distemper Vaccination Revolution Treatment

Includes: Rabies Vaccination and Tag Distemper Vaccination Nail Trim 24 hours of pain medication

Remember Me Ranch E13158 Shady Lane Road Baraboo, WI 53913

608-356-3555 www.remembermeranch.com facebook.com/remembermeranch