Spotlight On...

....Cheryle Thompson!

How long have you been with APB?
I started with APB in 1991.

Why did you sign up to work with the group?
I have always loved animals and when I saw the posters of the abused animals APB had helped rescue I knew I wanted to be part of a group that could make a difference in their lives.

What kinds of things do you do with APB?
Fostering is the most rewarding for me personally. I have an opportunity to house dogs temporarily, different breeds that I have always been curious about, dogs that need special love and attention. To be able to watch a dog blossom into the dog he was meant to be is a great personal joy to me. My association with APB has been positive because the main goal of APB is to help the animals first and foremost.

What's your favorite kind of dog, and would it be your favorite kind of dog to foster?
I really love the gentle giants of the dog world, the Newfoundlands, Wolfhounds, Great Danes and of course Golden Retreivers. But as I have fostered the little dogs I have found they have their own attractions.

What's your most memorable foster/volunteer experience?
It would have to be the unexpected delivery of puppies after a recent local puppy mill bust where APB helped house the animals rescued from deplorable conditions. Two of the Schnauzers I took in had litters of puppies shortly after they arrived at my house. What a joy to watch them grow up! It was a little crazy at times with lots of little puppies running around, but I would not trade the experience for anything.

If you should share one doggie lesson with folks, what would it be?
Crate training is probably the most misunderstood aspect of caring for dogs. It isn't cruel like some people believe. It keeps the dog safe from hazards and gives them a sense of security. I have had litters of puppies run to their crate at nap time to curl up in the crate all by themselves. They enjoy having a place of their own. Crating helps with housebreaking and the chewing puppy stage as well. Not only are the owners belongings safe but the dog is safer because he isn't exposed to electrical shock by chewing electrical cords or swallowing items that would be harmful. If more people would crate their dogs I am sure fewer dogs would end up surrendered and needing new homes.

Anything else you'd like to share?
If you love dogs and have a desire to help try fostering one dog whether it is for a weekend to give a foster home a break or to find that one dog a forever home. You will be glad you did.

Previous Spotlights:
Jamie Kowal
Lisa Bates
Kim Reed
Dawn Sparks
Amanda Collins
Jamie Johansen


	....Cheryle Thompson! How long have you been with APB? I started with APB in 1991. Why did you sign up to work with the group? I have always loved animals and when I saw the posters of the abused animals APB had helped rescue I knew I wanted to be part of a group that could make a difference in their lives. What kinds of things do you do with APB? Fostering is the most rewarding for me personally. I have an opportunity to house dogs temporarily, different breeds that I have always been curious about, dogs that need special love and attention. To be able to watch a dog blossom into the dog he was meant to be is a great personal joy to me. My association with APB has been positive because the main goal of APB is to help the animals first and foremost. What's your favorite kind of dog, and would it be your favorite kind of dog to foster? I really love the gentle giants of the dog world, the Newfoundlands, Wolfhounds, Great Danes and of course Golden Retreivers. But as I have fostered the little dogs I have found they have their own attractions. What's your most memorable foster/volunteer experience? It would have to be the unexpected delivery of puppies after a recent local puppy mill bust where APB helped house the animals rescued from deplorable conditions. Two of the Schnauzers I took in had litters of puppies shortly after they arrived at my house. What a joy to watch them grow up! It was a little crazy at times with lots of little puppies running around, but I would not trade the experience for anything. If you should share one doggie lesson with folks, what would it be? Crate training is probably the most misunderstood aspect of caring for dogs. It isn't cruel like some people believe. It keeps the dog safe from hazards and gives them a sense of security. I have had litters of puppies run to their crate at nap time to curl up in the crate all by themselves. They enjoy having a place of their own. Crating helps with housebreaking and the chewing puppy stage as well. Not only are the owners belongings safe but the dog is safer because he isn't exposed to electrical shock by chewing electrical cords or swallowing items that would be harmful. If more people would crate their dogs I am sure fewer dogs would end up surrendered and needing new homes. Anything else you'd like to share? If you love dogs and have a desire to help try fostering one dog whether it is for a weekend to give a foster home a break or to find that one dog a forever home. You will be glad you did. Previous Spotlights: Jamie Kowal Lisa Bates Kim Reed Dawn Sparks Amanda Collins Jamie Johansen