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Merlin's Refuge Animal Rescue Merlin's Refuge has been disbanded.

17/03/2012

Merlin's Refuge has been disbanded, please see below

16/03/2012

To all the wonderful friends of Merlin’s Refuge,

Let me just start by saying “Thank YOU”! I can’t believe Merlin’s Refuge turned 15 in 2012! I’m not sure what I really thought was going to happen when I started this but I am amazed at all that has occurred. We’ve had joyous times and immensely painful times. We took a cat who was so brain damaged he wouldn’t eat or drink on his own and turned him into a cat that if you saw him today you would never know he had any problems. We took in a puppy who had been abandoned by his owner at the emergency clinic because he had the audacity to have Parvo over her holiday weekend and she didn’t want to pay his bill. We found this pup a loving home with a teenage boy who adored him ( and the feeling was obviously mutual). While playing fetch at their remote countryside home the pup ran into the dirt road through a gate that had accidentally been left open by a younger sibling and was hit and killed by a car. It was quite obvious we were not meant to save him. God had other plans for that little guy. Thankfully His plans for me included starting and operating this rescue for 15 amazing years.

Over the years we have met so many wonderful people with the most amazingly huge hearts. My vets, who I believe are the best in town, gave me the opportunity to help hundreds of animals find homes by opening their doors and offering their services sometimes free but always discounted. The money we took in from our terrific donors went so much farther due to their kindness and generosity.

Speaking of generosity, in 15 years one of the moments I remember most clearly was when my husband was setting up our Paypal account. He put a button for $5, one for $10, one for $50 and one for $100. I thought it was ridiculous to do that one be he took it a step further and put a button for $500 on the page. I said he was crazy. Not more than a week later we received three different donations for $500! I couldn’t believe someone would give that much to a “small time” rescue like mine.

The generosity didn’t stop with the individual. Many of our city’s businesses donated items and funds for raffles or fundraisers. And of course we would not have been anywhere near as successful as we were without the support of Petco and it’s managers and employees. Some of the nicest people wear Petco name tags, just go there, you’ll find out for yourself.

I spent many years of my life doing various jobs. Jobs where I never really felt like I fit in. As an artist, I didn’t have the desire to create. As a teacher, I didn’t have to desire to nurture. But when I found rescue I found home. Rescuers are family. We get together for a cause, we disagree, we fight, we become estranged, but when someone says there is an animal in need of rescue we band together, put our differences aside and become one unit on a mission. I will always be proud to call rescuers my second family.

I would be remiss if I didn’t thank the one person who is responsible for all this. My very first child, Merlin. Because of him I think Merlin’s Refuge made a difference. To the people of Omaha, to the animals of Omaha and beyond. At least that’s what I hope happened.

Because of recent changes in Nebraska state laws regarding animal rescues I feel the last two years have been less efficient and less fulfilling and that is why I felt it was time to close up shop. After much discussion with my fellow board members it was agreed that we close our “virtual doors” this year. It wasn’t an easy decision but I feel it’s time for me to go in a new direction, just as rescue has gone in a new direction. And now let me end the past 15 years by saying “Good Bye”.

Kyle
Merlin's Refuge,CEO

03/03/2012

Just received a royalty check for Every Pet Has a Tale: The Story of Merlin's Refuge. Sold 8 copies -but it drives me nuts because I don't know WHO bought them. I just want to say Thank you!!! I have copies on hand if anybody wants to buy they can come to me directly and I'll sign it!! :) And I'm shopping around for a new publishing co. for my second book ( fiction) or debating if I out it online chapter by chapter and sell it that way through Pay pal of something

03/03/2012

Lilly, she is a almost 3 yr old Bull Mastiff & is in need of a home. Her Dad is getting a divorce & losing his home. The apartment he got will not let him take her with him. He says that she is great w/other dogs, & good with kids. (He has 2 young boys) If you guys know of anyone that might be interested, let me know & I can get you the contact info.

10/02/2012

LOST BLACK DOG! (Omaha/Dundee area) - 11 year old black lab/border collie mix got out very late last night. She has long black hair, some grey from age, and is wearing a collar with a heart shaped tag that says 'AMBER' and also has two phone numbers on it. They just moved into 48th and Chicago area and are very worried. She is incredibly sweet but may be very scared. Please call 480-242-0827 or 480-406-5430 if you see/have her. Thank you.

27/01/2012

Received this from my niece who works at Werner Enterprises. Since Merlins no longer fosters anything she just wondered if someone would be willing to babysit. "We have a driver that has is leaving the company & he has a female pitbull that has been riding on the truck with him. The company is giving him a bus ticket home but the dog cannot ride the bus with him. We are looking for someone who would be willing to "dog sit" the dog for him until he can get home & then make arrangements to get the dog back. (He says approx 2 wks) I have been told that the dog is currently "hanging out" in the shop here & the guys over there said that she is a very friendly dog. Let me know if you or anyone you know would be willing to help this driver out. " contact me here at this page or our phone number and I'll get you to her.

19/01/2012

Jake is a 5 1/2 year old pointer mix. He has been in and out if the humane society his whole life. I adopted an attempt to give him a good home w/ my kids and I unfortuently I fell under hard times and lost my home and now I can not keep him. He is wonderful w/ children and loves lots of attention but also doesn't mind just being one on one. He loves walks and playing with his toys. He is the best friend and protector I could have asked for. Just want to find a loving home that is permanent for him. I would like to be part of the process of finding him the home so if I could be contacted that would be wonderful. Where he is staying now I have till the end of February to find a new location for him so it's important that I find him a good home. Thank you again. [email protected]
Angie Mason

19/01/2012

here's mooch

19/01/2012

.Urgent!! Received this email yesterday- short time frame. Please repost! “I believe they are brother and sister, CJ being the female. They are farm rescues the day of a large kill. They are 14+ and I will miss them horribly. Relocating and have til the 14th of Feb. to find someone to take them. Would prefer they go together. CJ is a lover, you pet her once and you are her target. She has recently been diagnosed with kidney disease and is on Science Diet k/d. She never seems to "go" in the litter box. That is the only down side to her and it's my fault for not addressing it earlier...not sure if it's indelibly tied to the disease.
Mooch is my buddy, got the name from him crawling up my leg and back to snarf a salad I was eating...yes a salad. He is very cautious but when he becomes familiarized he is a lover too. He is good in the litter box but it has to be clean as he doesn't seem to mind that he's stepping in others' "duty". Both are declawed in the front, no licenses or shots. Be happy to donate quantities of food for CJ and Mooch likes the grain free stuff, which I can provide too. I could spend another hour going over nuances and such but know you have others that need your care. “ Contact Merlin’s @ 402 895 6605 or [email protected]

27/12/2011

If anyone is looking for two fun and cute cats (1year old) I have the cats for you. They are my moms cherished friends and we are currently looking for a great home for them to go together (she would want them together) Murray and Kramer - they are great w/kids and lap/cuddle kitties that like to play. Pics will be uploaded soon, please pass on to anyone that's a big cat lover like our family is. We already have cats or we would take them. Call Jaime at 402-475-2157, or Staci 402-890-1800 if you have any question or can help!

22/12/2011

2 10-week-old kittens need homes by Christmas. One black with white paws, one cream/beige tabby. Some food and necessities go with. No idea on sexes at this time. Contact Nicole @ 402 415 6652 or [email protected]

18/12/2011

HALLELUJAH! ROO FOUND AT 90TH AND CENTER, TOLE PARK--HAPPILY REUNITED WITH MOM BETSY AND SIBLING DOG PABLO.... HAPPY HOWLIDAYS!

17/12/2011

UPDATE

this morning, roo was spotted around 93rd and Hickory. she seemed to be wanting to head west on pacific. one pacific place would be on the way. she would stop when called but then keep running. she's about 20 pounds. my mistake, she does have a collar on, but her tags were lost in KC.

owner is betsy at 859 519 6828

15/12/2011

Male Boston Terrier found-very nice dog, well kept, we'd like to find his family! He was found in the area of 20th and Martha Streets. repost please

09/12/2011

LOST DOG in Elkhorn, Nebraska, area. Black lab/Golden mix. Has been missing for 48 hours. NEEDS MEDICATION! Dog is microchipped. Contact CJ if you have any information. Phone: 402 235-3148 Or answer this post and I will get CJ the information.

06/12/2011

The Blair Animal Shelter has two JRT that needs homes fairly soon. They have been at the shelter for many months.

Jumper would not be good with kids, very hyper, neutered, 4-5 yrs. Old, strong-willed, has a microchip, came from NHS, owner surrender, NHS said he only had him for a few weeks. If he sees wildlife, he’s gone in a flash if not on a leash. Does ok with other dogs

Dottie is a JRT mix, she’s very loving, good with kids, very good with other dogs, intact (but can be fixed by us free) 1-1/2 yrs old.

Also looking for a foster/permanent home for a possibly pregnant cat at the shelter.

Please call Rick if you can take them (402-533-2743)

06/12/2011

Update from Scooby's mom: Keep looking folks and keep reposting!!
Got a report tonight of a black cat on 103rd and m. (within 1 mile of home). Went to check it out. Got there in time to see a solid black fat cat jump out of the bushes and away from me. Foot search yielded only frozen ears. Scooby doo, is that you?

29/11/2011

Another emergency call- damned economy. Family is getting thrown out of their home. 10 cats in Northeast Illinois need homes before Saturday where the only option is kill shelter. Various ages, sexes and colors including 4 babies born in Aug of this year. Contact Michelle at 224 789 5090 cell or 815 307 2406 home.

29/11/2011

Two emergency cases no photos available please contact these folks directly as time is of the essence:

Rob's sister passed away and left behind four very scared cats. Three are currently hiding in the rafters of the house. He needs help trapping the three and placing the four. He only has a week to get this done. If you can help him please call cell 402 680 1319, wk 402 331 1325 or email [email protected]

Jaoaine is being thrown out of her home on Dec 5th. She has three dogs she needs placed. 8 yr old Peanut (f) is a golden retreiver/great pyranees mix. 125 lbs of love. 8 -9 yr old Toto (f) is what she believes to be a german shep/border collie mix. And 1+ yr old Lady is a black lab/border collie she thinks. Contact Jaoaine at 308 464 0756

26/11/2011

Just saw a bumper sticker - I like big mutts and I cannot lie.

22/11/2011

Gatsby is a 6-7 Year old male short hair cat who loves to snuggle, while you are sleeping. Is good around dogs and other animals as well as children. Doesn’t like being carried around though. Is 100% litter trained. Unfortunately, he has asthma and needs more vet care than his family can afford.

A co worker is doing her best to give the cat treatments on her own as she has her own special needs kitty at home, but she is unable to take on another special needs kitty in her home (husband not allowing it.. typical)

But she is not able to pay and treat for 2 special needs cats on her own salary for much longer. Gatsby's owner is opting to have him put down soon if no other options are out there.
Please pass on to any rescuer or organization that can take him or help with the vet care cost to keep him alive

You can reach Melissa, who is trying to help the cat, at: [email protected]

18/11/2011

My name is Sweetie Pie and I am named this for a perfect reason. I am the sweetest cat you will ever know. My daddy died in May and with the weather turning bad I am not allowed to live at the house where I have been for the past 14 years. I really need to find a good home, before this weekend.

I love OLD people, get along with all types of animals (squirrels, birds, rabbits, possums, raccoons). I love to play & snuggle, I'm a great hunter and like a dog I prefer to go outside to potty. I will come to you and let you know I need to go; however, if not able to get outside I will use a litter box.

My last day is soon and was just wondering if anyone knew someone who would love to have me? Please let Cheri know if you do.

Check out my photos attached. Aren't I Cute, if I say so myself?

17/11/2011

I am trying to assist an associate rescue team in our area to place a bull terrier puppy in a good home.
He is fully vetted and microchipped. Neutered and housebroken.
His issue (besides the prejudice against his breed) is that he can jump a short fence and he doesn’t behave friendly towards other
Dogs all the time. Where he is currently kenneled can not hold him for very long and trying to find a home who wants him
as the only pet has been challenging for us.
He is rather small for his age and breed - about 40-45 lbs and is a love bug.
He adores people and just wants to be with people.
After next week (11/23/11)- we are not sure what his fate will be as they do not have any other option except to put him down due to lack of space or interest.
If you know of anyone who can help or is looking for a dog to share their home with and are responsible pet owners, please.
Have them contact me at [email protected] (http://hh4a.petfinder.org)
Or Cathy Briggs at Promise 4 Paws at [email protected]
**If you are unsure you can commit for long term at this time, please consider possibly fostering Zeus.**

Thank you so much

09/11/2011

Buddy is an 11 year old mixed breed who just had his birthday in October. From what I can tell, he has broder collie, lab, etc. in his mix. He is fixed and all he needs right now is his senior wellness check from the vet. I have a large dog kennel I will give with him. He is good with children and really likes women. Buddy loves to ride in the car and stick his head out the window. He also likes to lay in the back yard and sun bathe along with also going on walks. He's a little nervous with all the changes going on in his life and my other two dogs have already been adopted so he is missing them. Buddy also gets along well with cats. Buddy's favorite past time is playing in the sprinkler and chasing squirrels.
Call Kelly before she kills this dog. Her cell phone number is 402-990-0630.

03/11/2011

There are many nice cats at the Blair, NE Shelter, but they’re at capacity and there’s a waiting list of people wanting Rick to take in more. There simply isn’t enough room for them and he’s going to have to make some hard decisions. Any help in spreading the word is appreciated. Please help me get the word out that these nice kitties need to find good homes ASAP. Can you help us so they don’t have to be euthanized??

25/10/2011

10 year old female Tortoiseshell
• Spayed, front declaw, chipped, all shots and records
• Needs Science Diet K/D cat food and potassium gluconate supplement (inexpensive goop put on her food)
• Solitary demeanor necessitates either no other pets (another solitary or older animal would be fine)
• Great at catching bats (5 to date), flying insects and spiders
• Likes to lie on laps, patches of sunlight and on sleeping people
contact Justin: [email protected]

29/09/2011

One more of BJ the yellow lab

29/09/2011

I have a 3 year old Yellow lab I’m trying to find a caring place for. She’s spayed, has all her shots up to date, had a check up two weeks ago. She's crate trained and out door potty trained. She’s probably not suited for younger kids 3-8 or 9 years old. She’s great with teens and adults. She loves to play fetch and retrieve. Contact Neil Bable let him know Merlin’s sent you. It's ok to call and leave a message. Cell phone 402-516-8543 Hm 402-991-0834

26/09/2011

Had a call from a gentleman who owns a german shepherd/timber wolf dog that weighs 110 lbs. He didn't want to adopt him out, thought about asking for help with food and medical expenses ( the dog is allergic to everything), but really I think he just wanted to chat- for 27 minutes. He said it was lovely chatting with me. I think I did more for the human that the pet this time. Sounds like a gorgeous animal though.

22/09/2011

Buddy needs a home too!

22/09/2011

These are two very loving, friendly stray cats that we have temporarily taken into our home to care for.. They must go to an indoor home. The momma kitty has a broken tail, but she has had it since we have known her (about 4 months) and a lip infection, which we are treating. She is also getting fixed soon. Ralph is about 8 weeks old, has an eye infection which we are also treating. I would prefer to be called via phone. My number is 402-209-2565. I do not answer, feel completely free to leave me a detailed message.

24/08/2011

PLEASE "SHARE' THIS ALBUM!!! My Dog Nemo has been missing since Wednesday August 17th, and still has not made his way home! I encourage you all to please "SHARE" this album with your friends because i know that he is a one of a kind dog and you would remember if you seen him... so please keep your eye out for him. Any information please contact me at 712-251-9673.

By: Travis McDermott
By: Melissa Bradley

23/08/2011

Bosco has found a home!

11/08/2011

I would like to be the first contact at 402-547-9551. Bosco is 5 yrs old domestic orange male cat weighing appx 12 pounds. He keeps to himself mostly, snuggles when he likes to, he will come to you on his time. He loves to play and enjoys outside supervised time. He would be best for a single person female or a couple without small children. He is neutered and declawed in the front only. He is pretty wild and needs to be with a HUGE cat lover! He will bite if overstimulated by touch, but he has SO MUCH personality and is very handsome!!! Nakia Kelly

12/07/2011

White female front declawed adult cat needs home with only one other older cat or alone. She's very sweet and loving. Doesn't like to be held but will sit on your lap for as long as you can stand it. Says "hello" when she sees you. seriously I don't know HOW she does it but it clearly comes out "hello" in a sing-songy way. Walks and looks like a cartoon cat- her hips wiggle when she walks like Jessica Rabbit.

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