Community Events

NOTICE:
 
BHRR does not adopt during the XMAS season due to our position that it is not in the best interest of any new addition being added during such a busy, exciting, and somewhat stressful time for many.
 
Quite a few other Rescues, Shelters, Pounds, etc., have also begun to follow a similar protocol to what we have been doing for over 28 years.
 
Our XMAS Shut down period for this year is from Tuesday, December 17th, 2024, to Tuesday, January 6th, 2025, inclusive.
 
Any applications received during this time will be processed/reviewed as of Wednesday, January 7th, 2025!
 
During this time, BHRR is always available 24/7 for requests for assistance of animals in need, and we shall then network accordingly, for as the local Great Dane/Giant Breed Rescue since 1996, the welfare of the animals is our top priority. We do not wish to see any animal end up in a disreputable place, of which, sadly, there are far too many out there.
 
Thank you for your continued understanding – The BHRR Team

Paint Nite for two local Rescues – BHRR and Ottawa Rabbit Rescue

Paint Your Pet’s Silhouette ~ FUNdraiser 

There are still some spots left!

You can still register!

All details are in the link HERE!

We will also be hosting a small silent auction and have a couple of draws!

Date: May 31st, 2024
Time: 7 pm – 9 pm
Location: Boston Pizza Hunt Club in Ottawaa

TOTAL RAISED: $370

$250 has been raised to date for BHRR’s Ernie!

We have many thousands of dollars more to raise.

Please do consider his cause to support!

Thank you SO much!

AND if you have any gently used items, new items, gift cards, gift certificates, or gift baskets to donate to a silent auction, please do EMAIL!

Thanks in advance!

 

Our 5th Annual “WON’T YOU BE MY VALENTINE” Fundraiser! February 1st – February 15th, 2024

Please help us give each doggie a special Valentine!

Thank you to everyone who has become a Valentine Angel to date, and to those asking, here is our email transfer address to send the vet bill part of your generous donation: contactbhrr@gmail.com

Please let us know if you would like to be a Secret Valentine!

Thanks in advance for any consideration!

These are the doggies still in need of a Secret Valentine Admirer:

  • Albar – Ronda B. will be his SVA – COMPLETED!
  • Knox  – Amy shall be his SVA – COMPLETED!
  • Maybelle Cutie – Ronda B. will be her SVA – COMPLETED!
  • Chrissy – Emilie P. will be her SVA  – COMPLETED!
  • Ernie – Leanne Berard McDonell & Cameron will be his SVA – COMPLETED!
  • Leah – Melody Lachance & Barrhaven & Area Empties will be her SVA – COMPLETED!
  • ‘Fred’ – Melody Lachance & Barrhaven & Area Empties will be her SVA – COMPLETED!
  • Aramis – Anne PB will be her SVA – COMPLETED!
  • Athos – Elaine Giles will be his SVA – COMPLETED!
  • Brooklyn  – Michele shall be her SVA – COMPLETED!
  • Caramel – Elaine will be his SVA – COMPLETED!
  • Giselle – Leanne & Cameron will be his SVA – COMPLETED!
  • James  – Rejane shall be his SVA – COMPLETED!
  • Jamila – Anne PB will be her SVA – COMPLETED!
  • Lewis  – Emilie P. shall be his SVA – COMPLETED!
  • Lilly – Tanya S. will be her SVA – COMPLETED!
  • Olive – Melody Lachance & Barrhaven & Area Empties will be her SVA – COMPLETED!
  • Porthos – Amanda Gillon shall be his SVA – COMPLETED!
  • Romeo – Melody Lachance & Barrhaven & Area Empties will be his SVA – COMPLETED!
  • Rosie – Anne PB will be her SVA – COMPLETED!

December 16th through to January 6th, 2024 inclusive!

Total Raised: $139.10

 

 

Our Drive-way Events of 2023!

1) Sunday, May 28th, 10 AM – 4 PM (Cynthia)
220 Beley Street, Brockville, ON

2) Saturday, June 3rd, 9 AM – 4 PM (Ronda)
54 Barnhart Drive, Long Sault, ON, K0C 1P0 

3) Sunday, June 11th, 10 AM – 4 PM (Katy)
(Wellington Village/Westboro area)

4) Saturday, June 17th, 9 AM – 4 PM (Ren’s Pets – Baseline) – Raffle Basket, Bake Sale Too
1385 Baseline Rd Unit 3, Ottawa, ON K2C 3G1

5) Sunday, June 25th, 10 AM – 4 PM – (The Maracles)
1728 Harvest Cres., Orleans, Ontario
*RAIN OR SHINE*

6) Saturday July 22nd, 2023 – Gananoque! Thousand Islands Bark Bash

7) Saturday, July 29th, 9 AM – 3 PM (BHRR)
2425 Totem Ranch Road West, Oxford Station, Ontario -*BBQ, Dog Collar/Leash & Horse Tack Sale Too

8) Saturday, August 19th, 10 AM – 2 PM – Brockville Hyundai
*Car Wash, Items for Sale, BBQ, NO SERVICES

9) Saturday, September 9th – BHRR Movie Event! -*BBQ, Silent Auction, Bonfires, Prizes Too
2425 Totem Ranch Road West, Oxford Station, Ontario

10) Saturday, September 23rd – 9 AM – 4 PM – Pet Valu Brockville
*Items for Sale, BBQ – NO SERVICES

 

Our 4th Annual ‘Won’t You Be My Valentine’ Fundraiser is live!

LAST CALL!

Our Annual ‘Won’t You Be My Valentine’ Fundraiser is live!

Running through until the end of the day tomorrow, February 15!

Please help us give each doggie a special Valentine!

Thank you to everyone that has become a Valentine Angel to date, and to those asking, here is our email transfer address to send the vet bill part of your generous donation: contactbhrr@gmail.com

Please let us know if you would like to be a Secret Valentine!

Thanks in advance for any consideration!

***February 3rd is Gwennie’s Birthday!***

In her honour we are hoping to raise $500 to help with BHRR’s Brooklyn’s Cardio Vet Bills.

Donations can be made via PayPal to gwen@birchhaven.org OR via email transfer to contactbhrr@gmail.com

Total Raised: $575

Join us Sunday, December 4th, from 1 PM – 2 PM as you design a gorgeous holiday planter!
$40 Cash at the door – Bring gloves and pruning shears!

 

October 17th – October 21st  – Pancakes for sale up to 3 PM EVERY DAY!
Sunset Grill, Brockville, ON

From Alison at Fitzroy & Fae!
TOTAL RAISED: $610
 
“Let’s raise the ‘Feel Good Frequency’ and raise some funds for the newest BHRR additions!
 
What you see here is a ‘one of everything I have in stock ‘ collection of handmade, vegan self-care indulgences. There is nearly a year’s worth of gifting and self-love products here!! Over $300 in value!!
 
Included:
 
TWELVE X – handmade cold processed soap bars in a variety of essential oil, and paraben/phthalate-free fragrances. Full of fair trade shea and cocoa butter, olive oil, rice bran oil, botanicals, and clay!
 
FOUR X 8oz luxuriously scented hand-poured soy candles in Fitzroy Frost, Peaches n Cream, Champagne Kisses, and Valley Girl Vanilla. 40+ hours clean burn time.
 
SIX x Luxurious 8.5 oz shea n clay Bubble Bombs – these babies cannot be kept in stock!!
 
TWO x 8oz amber jars of Whipped Foaming Sugar Scrubs – Pink Sugar and Peaches n Cream. Makes your skin feel like velvet!!
 
TWO x hand crocheted heart wash/dishcloths
 
ONE x artisan-crafted resin and driftwood pendant set on a sterling silver clasp ( $78 retail)
 
I’ll keep this super simple – $10 donation = one entry and $20 = 3 entries. Simply send your email and donation OR if link does not work – alisonskitt@live.ca
 
I will make the draw live on Friday this week – March 4th, 2022 at 6pm!!
 
You could have gifts and self-indulgence to last through the year!! ( pick up/drop off for winner to be arranged in west-end Ottawa, Kanata, Dunrobin area, or expedited shipping for $20 anywhere!!)
 
I will be posting on Instagram as well under @fitzroyandfae .
 
Good Luck, and let’s spread some hope!!?“
 

Our 3rd Annual ‘Won’t You Be Our Valentine’ Event! – February 1st – February 14th, 2022!

Each BHRR Doggie is hoping for a special secret Valentine! Please EMAIL if you would like to participate!

BETTY WHITE CHALLENGE: January 17th, 2022!

TO DONATE TO BHRR IN HONOUR OF A TRUE ANIMAL HERO: PayPal to gwen@birchhaven.org OR Email Transfer contactbhrr@gmail.com

Even $5 would mean the world to the animals AND us!

Thank you in advance for any consideration to help us in 2022 to continue to help those in need of our highly specialised programs!

Donations: $2,270
Betty White Raffle Basket: $905 which includes $50 in donations
Fitzroy & Fae Seasonal Candles Sales: $288 which includes a $24 donation – SOLD out in 5 minutes!
GRAND TOTAL: $3,463 ?
**We will cover the $5.25 in PayPal Fees**

 

Running from December 1st to December 18th, 2021 inclusive!

Our 2021 Nail Trim & Ear Cleaning Drive-Way Events!
*We shall be collecting Empties & Canadian Tire $ too**
***We will be also collecting Fabric Softener, all sizes of garbage bags plus Pinesol**

Gentle Reminder: Please do not forget to consider to donate your Empties for our 3rd Annual Holiday Season Empties For Paws Event!

OR you can return and donate the funds raised to gwen@birchhaven.org

The animals will need their BHRR Family/Village plus Army for years to come…..

Today, Sean & I returned $38.60 in donated Empties and have another run to do tomorrow. 

Drop Off Locations:

  1. Rachel – 42 Stocks Lane, Aurora, ON L4G 0Y3
  2. Rachel’s Parents – 885 Surin Crt, Newmarket, ON L3Y 8R3
  3. Gail – 47 Taylor Road, Ajax, ON L1S 2X5
    *drop-off ONLY on weekends
  4. The Maracles – 1728 Harvest Cres, Orleans, Ontario K1C 1V4
  5. The Boerskins – 2425 Totem Ranch Road West, Oxford Station, Ontario K0G 1T0
    *people can drop off in the donation shed across from the mailbox at road
  6. Joan – 10762 Hulbert Road, Brinston Ontario K0E 1C0
    *Leave empties by the front door. Do Not enter the gated side yard
  7. Wanda -1057 Glenanna Road, Pickering, Ontario L1V 5E4