Stray from the Heart's 2008 Calendar

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Go to http://www.strayfromtheheart.org/ for all the pictures and to get your copy of the 2008 Stray from the Heart calendar -- Tails of Hope and Joy. Our little gondolier (left) is Mr. July!

Vick Gets 23 Months for Dog Fighting

Go to CNN for full coverage: http://www.cnn.com/2007/US/law/12/10/vick.sentenced/index.html

RICHMOND, Virginia (CNN) -- Michael Vick, once one of the highest paid players in the National Football League, was sentenced to 23 months in prison for financing a dogfighting ring and helping to kill pit bulls that did not fight aggressively.

Michael Vick began serving his sentence before he knew what it would be.

Vick's stunning downfall from NFL superstar to disgraced dogfighting defendant culminated Monday in a 90-minute sentencing hearing in federal court in Richmond, Virginia.
Vick was dressed in a black-and-white striped prison suit and apologized to his family and to the judge.

"You need to apologize also to the millions of young people who look up to you," U.S. District Judge Henry E. Hudson retorted.

"I am willing to deal with the consequences and accept responsibility for my actions," Vick continued, as about a dozen of his friends and family members looked on.

But Judge Hudson appeared to be unmoved. "I'm convinced it was not a momentary lack of judgment on your part. You were a full partner," he told Vick.

The judge added that he wasn't sure Vick had fully accepted reponsiblity for his actions. Supporters, including former baseball great Hank Aaron, Atlanta Mayor Shirley Franklin and the pastor of Vick's church sent letters while others called the judge's chambers.

Vick, 27, had faced a maximum of five years in prison. Federal sentencing guidelines recommended a sentence of 12 to 18 months.

Animal rights protesters lined up outside the courthouse. Some carried signs with photographs of dogs, while others read "Dogs deserve justice," and "Report dog fighters."
U.S. Attorney Chuck Rosenberg said after the hearing that the investigation "exposed a seamy side of our society." He added, "I hope Mr. Vick learned important lessons and that his admission of guilt will speed his rehabilitation."

Foster Homes Needed for Adoptable Dogs

Stray from the Heart, a non-profit dog rescue organization, needs you to volunteer, donate, foster or adopt a beautiful, wonderful, homeless pet.

It's August, and the shelters are full. We need caring individuals to provide loving homes for our strays until forever homes can be found.

For more information, go to http://www.strayfromtheheart.org/ and click on our fostering application.

Mario - REWARD for lost dog!!!

LOST while on a walk Monday evening, May 28th at the Taunton Trace Development in Medford, New Jersey. Mario is wearing a black harness with black leash attached, and black nylon collar with ID and Medford Licence tags. He is brown with black, weighs 16 lbs and is very, very shy. Do not chase him.....best to approach him slowly and gently. Please call even if you just see him. Generous REWARD for his safe return!

CALL: 609/ 417- 3673
609/ 714 - 0879
609/ 267 - 9339
718/ 544 - 9175
917/ 957 - 4194

Resources for Natural Dog and Cat Care

Just a few resources for those who are considering alternative foods and medicines for their pets.

Hope it helps.

Source: Tres at www.caninecare.com and http://www.5stardog.com/dog-food.asp

Source: www.homeovet.net

Source: http://www.whole-dog-journal.com/

Source: ANHC - Richard Pitcairn http://www.drpitcairn.com/

Source: The Academy of Veterinary Homeopathy http://www.theavh.org/