| Husky Community Rebate Program Call or email us for your Husky card, 2% of all purchases goes directly to helping unwanted pit bulls. For more information on the program click here. Thank you for helping us save one pit bull at a time!! |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
| pbflcanada@yahoo.ca Box 3608, Spruce Grove, AB T7X 3A8 Phone 780-968-7757 Fax 780-968-7767 |
NEWS & EVENTS
| Our love for Mya Our process took a year; we were cognoscente of the breed we desired, a pit bull, American Staffordshire Terrier or Staffordshire Terrier. We did not take that decision lightly, we had researched, investigated and determined that we were capable and equipped to train and enforce that training for such a powerful breed of dog. From extensive experience we know that this breed is loyal, loving, courageous, calm, motivated and a protector of children. They look to you for direction, strong leadership while craving unconditional love. Mya came to join our pack (we have a male and female) on May 28, 2011 after a lengthy adoption process which provided us the time to consider our decision, be sure she would be a great fit and prove to her that if we are committed to the longer than usual adoption process that we will truly be committed to her for the rest of her life. She was apparently 3 years old when she came to us, very little history, some baggage, fear and a spirit that keeps giving. We were not set on a specific colour, size, age but we knew she was to be part of our family when she sat in her stillness and we looked into her eyes, we were sold on her. As Mya was assertive, fearful, minimal life experiences, not house trained, abused and with no manners, the introduction with our pack and kids had to be well organized, intentional and calm. This was our opportunity as pack leaders to demonstrate that we are “calm and in charge” (my mantra), Mya knew her place very quickly. The pack took to her slowly, she was unsure but one thing was very clear, she loved our boys instantaneously. Her depth of service to them was immediate and it was intentional. Our boys have over 16 years experience with the breed, they are calm and in charge boys. No fear of the breed yet above all things, respectful of the magnificent breed. Mya knew where her place was with ‘her’ boys. Mya began her training from that moment on, every challenge, experience or incident was an opportunity for training. We took each ‘incident’ as an opportunity to help Mya learn acceptable behaviours and what is required of her. No shoe, table or bed chewing incident or piddling in the house or running through the doors was a negative situation, but an opportunity for Mya to be praised for learning a new command and relishing in the physical rewards. We do not use the word no, we click our fingers and make an ‘AH’ sound. Our dogs have always responded to this, short and sweet. She followed her pack and learnt from them. It has been several months now, Mya is my princess, the love of my husbands life, the entertainment for our 2 senior dogs, the play mate of our 16 year old and the soulful friend of our almost 18 year old. I once was told that we don’t get the dog we want but the dog we need, Mya fills a void in my heart that nothing has filled to this point, she was what we desired yet we did not even know what it was we were looking for in our new hairy child until Mya came along. There was something about her, something that drew us to her. She has a great sense of humor; she if just funny, loves life, and lives for every new experience that she yearns to share with those around her. We continue to invest in her, the rewards are instantaneous, her love is endless, her respect is intentional, her bravery is evident and she is loyal to a fault. She is grateful, she is affectionate and it is our responsibility to continue to support her to be the best ambassador for her breed. She has a love for life that is indescribable and we are privileged to experience that with her. Thank you for Mya. |
| Archived Stories Baby's Story Noregas Story |
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
PBFL Newsletter: keep updated on PBFL News and Events!
| Calgary Adoption Day: Saturday February 11-12 Petsmart suite 81 4307 130 ave SE , Calgary from 11 AM - 4 PM Red Deer Adoption Day: Saturday February 11-12 Petsmart 5001 16st , Red Deer from 11 AM - 4 PM Calgary Adoption Day: Petsmart 81 4307 130 Ave SE Calgary AB Saturday March 10 11am-4pm Pints for Pits: Titan’s Twisted Tavern 2640 52 St NE Calgary AB Saturday March 17 11am-close Admission is free but portions of Pizza sold that day will go to Pitbull for Life plus 50/50 and raffles throughout the night! Calgary Adoption Day: Petsmart 81 4307 130 Ave SE Calgary AB Saturday April 14 11am-4pm 3rd Annual Silent Auction Edmonton: Walkabout Pub 10439 82 Ave NW Edmonton AB Saturday April 21 6pm-9pm Ticket $15 include complimentary beverage, silent auction, 50/50, raffle draws and live band post auction. Burgers and Beer just $10! Upcoming Board Meetings: Tuesday March 6, 2012 6:30pm Edmonton Location TBA – if you are interested in attending please email pbflcanada@yahoo.ca Saturday April 7, 2012 2:00pm Edmonton Location TBA – if you are interested in attending please email pbflcanada@yahoo.ca Our first Pitty Day was a success! CLICK HERE FOR PICTURES Special Thank you to the following for donating their time and support: Adam Kidd from 780 Kennels Dave Gomme from E and E Kennels Jennifer Shunock and Kara Aube from Pack Leader Fitness Dr. Kendra Doornebal Blinking Cow Photography PBFL Board Members, volunteers and Family Monthly Meetings Pitbulls for Life Foundation of Alberta Board of Directors meet once monthly in the Edmonton area to discuss the organization. They are held the first Tuesday of every month at 7pm location(s) TBA. These meeting are open to the members/volunteers of Pitbulls for Life and the general public as well. If you are interested in attending please email us directly at pbflcanada@yahoo.ca |
| Saving a Life |
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
