Care Collars

As with many things, necessity is the mother of invention. In this case, trying to find a solution for a dog with chronic medical issues started the ball rolling. I was volunteering with Boxer Rescue Canada when a beautiful but very ill boxer ended up at one of the shelters in the lower mainland. They called boxer rescue and asked if this dog that they called Rosie could come into boxer rescue.

Rosie was in respiratory heart failure and had a few other medical issues. She came into rescue and went to a foster home and with the right medication and care, her health improved. The downside was that it cost more than $70 a month in medication to keep her well. (click here to read more of Rosie’s story)

Finances are always an issue with rescues and taking $70 /mth out of a rescue seriously hampers the ability to help other dogs. I decided that I needed to do an ongoing fundraiser to make enough money to buy her medication. Since I sew, I decided that fun, unique custom-made collars and leashes may appeal to dog owners.

Slowly by word of mouth and talking to other people in rescue I am able to make and sell collars and leashes and raise the required money every month. Many people in rescue knew of Rosie’s story and are very supportive of my efforts. I have made the commitment to support Rosie’s medical needs for the rest of her life.

I have now managed to make and sell enough collars and leashes to help some other animals in the same situation as Rosie. These poor animals are virtually un-adoptable because of their medical issues but wonderful volunteers have taken them into their hearts and homes and with their love and care try to restore their health and give them an opportunity to have a forever home and their own family.

So, Care Collars was born! Helping rescued animals with medical issues. I make and sell the collars and leashes and donate the money to animals in need through the Care Collar fund. When you buy a collar or leash from me, not only do you get a custom collar for your dog in the colours you choose, the money goes on to help animals in need. A win-win situation! Click here to see the list of animals who have been helped from your funds. I also buy a limited amount of each ribbon and fabric so the collars and leashes stay unique.