WABR's Rescue Coordinator "Auntie Pat" Benstine had a stroke 09/24/12. Since then she has been on the road to wellness, working hard everyday in the rehabilitation facility that has become her temporary home, doing physical, occupational & speech therapy to regain mobility with her right side. The outpouring of love, prayers & support from our "Rescue Family" these last 6-months has been incredible. Pat & The DROOL Crew say THANK YOU with all of their hearts! Since September, please contact Mary Charbonneau (our Fundraising & Community Outreach Coordinator) for any WABR needs at 509-590-9667 or mhmelcher@hotmail.com

As-of 03/01/13 Pat has a new electric wheelchair and is learning how to drive again... watch out world, this woman is ready to roll! Our 15th Annual Basset Blast is SAT May 18 at Sullivan Park in the Spokane Valley 11am-3pm and Auntie Pat will be there!! She's looking forward to this year's event more than ever, it's her daily SMILE. Thanks to some extra special WABR supporters and their generous giving, the 2013 AmBassetdor Suite has been donated to Pat Benstine for her use at the park. This lovely lady is typically working all over Sullivan Park before, during & after the event. This year be there at 11am to start the fun... events in the contest ring begin at Noon (like usual), but we know Auntie Pat wants to have you & your hounds waddle by the AmBassetdor Suite to see her... she wants to give & get a lot of LOVE, it's the best possible therapy!!