The end of the year brings us no greater pleasure and opportunity than to express our sincerest thank you to everyone. Whether a long time follower or a new addition to team “Merlin’s Hope”, everyone makes a difference in what we are able to do and will continue to do.

By volunteering, cross posting , networking, transporting, fostering, doing home visits , reference checks, and of course sponsoring or donating
…….you make a difference. ❤

To our amazing fundraisers (Cathy @ Thinkartisan and all the talented artisans she finds), and the fantastic auction & event organizers at 12 Days of Thanksgiving
…….you make a difference.❤

To our amazing veterinarians and their staff..you make what we do possible, with your care and the compassion you have for all our animals.
……you make a difference. ❤

Last but certainly not least all our incredible adopters …..it is all of you who make the dreams of these dogs come true, by giving them the luv, and fur-ever home they so desperately deserved and needed.
…..you make a difference. ❤

Look at all these beautiful faces of 2019
….all given a second chance at a new life, and a future full of endless love.

How did all this happen you ask.
…because all of us came together
…because WE all made the difference together

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
🎄☃️🎄

Dawn & Debbie

“Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow.”

It’s that time of year where we take the opportunity to send out our sincerest gratitude to all of you! With heartfelt thanks for all the “likes” -shares and commitments, for your generous support through our fundraising efforts and your charitable donations. Big thank you to those Volunteers who drive long distances and do home visits. Thank you from both Dawn and myself for following, caring and respecting this little rescue. All the best to our recent adopters who have become part of the Merlin’s Hope family, and to our awesome past adopters who send us welcomed updates. We couldn’t do rescue any other way. Our Christmas message is simple, be kind to all creatures.
We hope that all of you and your loved ones have a safe and happy holiday. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Debbie & Dawn

Merlin’s Hope will be holding their 4th annual artisan fair fundraiser on Saturday November 24th:

Saturday, November 24 at 10 AM – 4 PM
Parish of St Andrew & St Mark
865 Dr Lakeshore, Dorval, Quebec H9S 2C7

There will be over 20 talented local artisans featuring a variety of unique handmade items – knitted items, soaps, jewelry, pet products, baking and so much more. A lunch room will also be available with soup, sandwiches and homemade chili. Please come and show your support for this great cause

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Merlin’s Hope tiendra sa 4ème foire artisanale annuelle pour récolter des fonds:

le samedi 24 novembre de 10h à 16h.
Parish of St Andrew & St Mark Ofc
865 Dr Lakeshore, Dorval, Quebec H9S 2C7

Il y aura plus de 20 artisans locaux talentueux avec une variété d’articles uniques faits à la main : articles tricotés, savons, bijoux, produits pour animaux, pâtisseries et bien plus encore. Une salle à manger sera aussi disponible avec des soupes, des sandwichs et du chili fait maison. Venez manifester votre soutien pour cette grande cause.

Another year is wrapping up and what an incredible year it has been for this little rescue! We were super busy assessing, transporting, training, posting, answering emails, phone calls, processing applications, arranging home visits, fundraising, for each and everyone of the 18 dogs we took in! That’s right! 18 dogs in 18 fantastic homes.
We held three major fund raising events and would like to send a big gracious thank-you to;
The Ruffians who put fun in fundraiser. It was worth the drive to Ottawa. And to Cathy V., there would be no Artisan Fair without you. Every year it just gets better and better! Also to the Twelve Days of Thanksgiving fundraising Auction. This fabulous auction raises money for many different worthy causes including ours.
We hope all our followers enjoyed each dogs journey from freedom Ride to happy ending. Thank-you for following, liking, commenting and sharing.
Also a sincere thank-you to those who donated, your generosity absolutely makes a difference in a dog’s life.
To this years 17 new adoptions …(we’re just hoping and waiting on the 18th home to foster flunk…lol) A big welcome to the Merlin’s Hope Family and to everyone who’s reading this, we wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Paw-fect New Year!
Dawn & Debbie

Merlin’s Hope will be holding their 3rd annual artisan fair fundraiser on Saturday November 25th:
Saturday, November 25 at 10 AM – 4 PM
Parish of St Andrew & St Mark Ofc
865 Dr Lakeshore, Dorval, Quebec H9S 2C7

There will be over 20 talented local artisans featuring a variety of unique handmade items – knitted items, soaps, jewelry, pet products, baking and so much more. A lunch room will also be available with soup, sandwiches and homemade chili. Please come and show your support for this great cause

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Merlin’s Hope tiendra sa 3ème foire artisanale annuelle pour récolter des fonds:
le samedi 25 novembre de 10h à 16h.
Parish of St Andrew & St Mark Ofc
865 Dr Lakeshore, Dorval, Quebec H9S 2C7

Il y aura plus de 20 artisans locaux talentueux avec une variété d’articles uniques faits à la main : articles tricotés, savons, bijoux, produits pour animaux, pâtisseries et bien plus encore. Une salle à manger sera aussi disponible avec des soupes, des sandwichs et du chili fait maison. Venez manifester votre soutien pour cette grande cause.

We are excited to announce one of our major fundraising events of the year. The Ruffians MC Local 1855 are hosting a fundraiser for our furry friends . We’ve got tons of great door & raffle prizes. Many thanks to everyone helping support this shindig! Prize donations from :
Machete Premium Cuts, A Dark Cloud Tattoo Studio, Hungry Heart Tattoos, DIY Moto Inc., The Home Depot, East Side Mario’s and many more to be announced!
No advance tickets – $10 at the door
East Side Mario’s: 1861 Robertson Road, Nepean, Ontario
….. doors open at 7:00 pm July 27/2017

Happy Holidays to everyone

2016 proved to be a fantastic year for our little rescue. We placed a total of 9 dogs this year, 5 Shar-Peis and 4 Chow Chows! Nicholas,Samson,Lechee,Jagger,Zara,Royal,Nikko,Buddy and Tia are all doing well in their forever homes and we couldn’t be happier for them. Their Happy ending stories are listed in the “happy endings section”
If you’re reading this, then you’re one of the many people we’d like to thank. Whether you commented or clicked “like” on a photo, it’s your show of support that drives us forward.
A special thank-you to two incredible ladies. Cathy Virberg of Think artisan for all that she does with the Artisn Fair. If you haven’t attended, you’re missing an awesome event featuring amazing deals on some of the most cool gifts out there! Also a big thank-you to Vivian of Rupert Wraps. Your unwavering and generous support goes straight to vetting those wrinkle dogs and all their needs…Thank-you so much!
Big thank-you to all who sponsored a dog, donated and to those who participated in our on-line auction. Every effort counts and makes a big difference to our rescue dogs!
Of course we couldn’t do this without volunteers. So much goes on behind the scene. Phone calls, home visits, emails, transports and so much more. Time is a precious gift. Thank-you Maggie for always stepping up when we need you, and to everyone who’s played a part in helping a dog in need.
With your continued support, we look forward to sharing many more rescue stories and “happy endings” in 2017. As always, we encourage you to help out at your local animal shelter. Spread the joy by walking or playing with a shelter dog. Provide them with some attention and love. A donation of time is invaluable. If that’s not possible, a monetary gift may save a life!
Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy New Year! May there be many less in need of rescue in 2017.
Happy holidays,

Dawn & Debbie – Merlin’s Hope
Saving one dog will not change the world, but for that one dog the world will change fur-ever.

You are invited to attend our Second Artisan Fair in aid of Merlin’s Hope Rescue.

These hand-picked artisans offer you the very best quality and variety of merchandise. All monies raised will go directly to the rescue – to provide vetting and rehabilitation of Chows & Shar-Pei in need.

Handmade items such as dog apparel and treats, knitting and crochet, stuffed animals, jewelry, stained glass, soaps & body products, Rupert wraps, preserves, paper products and repurposed home décor are just a few of the things that will be for sale.

Be sure to check out our online pre-sale if you are unable to attend in person.
Select merchandise will be available from November 18 to 23, 2016 in a special collection offered by ThinkArtisan.ca, purchases will be mailed to you the week following the fair.

We will have a small lunchroom, so come join us for coffee and a bite to eat 🍴🍴🍴

Please join us in making this event s BIG Success

please visit us on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/MerlinsHopeRescue

Nous avons sélectionné les artisans tant pour la qualité que pour la variété des produits qu’ils offrent. Les fonds amassés seront versés à Merlin’s Hope afin de leur permettre de venir en aide à des chiens de races Shar-Pei et Chow Chow dans le cadre de leur programme de rescousse en leur offrant des soins vétérinaires ainsi que des outils de réhabilitation.

Une panoplie d’items confectionnés à la main sera disponible lors de la vente : des items pour vos animaux de companie tels les biscuits, des produits tricotés et crochetés, des animaux en pluche, des bijoux, des vitraux, des savons et autres produits de bain, les doudous de chien Rupert Wraps, des conserves, des produits de papier et des items de décor faits de produits recyclés pour en nommer que quelques un.

Assurez-vous de participer à la pré-vente en ligne si vous ne pouvez pas y être en personne. Un certain nombre d’items sera disponible entre le 18 novembre et le 23 novembre 2016 par collection spéciale via ThinkArtisan.ca. Vos achats seront postés la semaine suivant la foire.

Nous aurons aussi une petite salle à dîner donc venez nous joindre pour un café et une petite bouchée 🍴🍴🍴

Svp venez nous visiter et aidez-nous à en faire un énorme succès.

s’il vous plaît visitez-nous sur Facebook https://www.facebook.com/MerlinsHopeRescue