The Animal Rescue Site just posted the official results of the latest Shelter Challenge and we came in fourth nationwide, just behind Best Friends, winning a $3,000 grant for the animals at the ranch!  The announcement says more than 12,000 animal rescue groups participated.  Wow.

Thank you to everyone who kept voting, day after day, to make this happen.  Alayne and I are so grateful to every one of you for your tremendous support!  A woof, a meow, and a whinny of thanks!

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31 responses to “It’s Official — $3,000 For The Animals!”

  1. Debbie Avatar
    Debbie

    I know it’s not first prize again, but every little bit helps!! Congrats!

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  2. Kathleen Rivard Avatar
    Kathleen Rivard

    Go Rolling Dog and all its supporters. I wish it were a hundred times this amount as the cost of the move must be astronomical!!!

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  3. Aliza Avatar
    Aliza

    Yay!…Wait, what? I’m thrilled we won the money, but I thought we had to be in third place to get the $3,000 and we came in fourth so…? I guess I need to go back and look over the rules more carefully. And again, YAY!

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  4. Jolene Avatar

    hurray! for the animals!

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  5. Colleen & Sweet Kitty Erin Avatar
    Colleen & Sweet Kitty Erin

    Congratulations! I was so happy to see you are able to add a little more to the money pot to help out with the furry kids & help in the move. I was kind of sad because for the first time the rescue place I adopted my sweet kitty Erin was on the list & they didn’t get anything. I had to divide my votes between the 2 of you but I was so hoping they would get some much needed help too. It makes me sad because so many rescue places are out there & so many need help. In reality I just wish there didn’t have to be so many & the whole world cared. And, this brings me to a huge thank you for what RDR represents & protecting & caring as much as you both do for these wonderful animals.

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  6. Katy Avatar
    Katy

    It DOES all help, and I’m glad we’ve been voting. 🙂

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  7. Ev Avatar
    Ev

    Way to go Rolling Dog Ranch fans! It was close………

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  8. Bibi Avatar
    Bibi

    I’m so happy that you won this once again ! All rescues are deserving, but none quite like you !!!!!!!

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  9. Colleen & Wes Vermillion Avatar
    Colleen & Wes Vermillion

    Hurray!!!

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  10. www.google.com/accounts/o8/id?id=AItOawmsLgNgKP42JiyUUmUP7Pn9gj6MAHJhs9A Avatar

    Whoo-Hoo!! Every little bit helps, right? I couldn’t believe when you said over 12,000 rescue groups participated–that makes any win a real victory in my eyes.

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  11. Sandra Avatar

    Congratulations, I wish we could have clicked more…not just once a day.

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  12. Darcie Avatar
    Darcie

    Yay!

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  13. Chloe Avatar

    Congratulations and well done!!!
    I hope everyone gets a special treat tonite!!

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  14. Peggy S. Avatar
    Peggy S.

    Guess what – the next round starts May 17th. OK, “Click Team”, let’s do this again! Besides, it’s strange not to go and click each day for RDR…like something is missing, like you forgot to brush your teeth…..Go Team!!

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  15. INger Wiltz Avatar

    Congratulations! I know there are many deserving rescues and sanctuaries, but you guys touch my heart. Congratulations also on the beautiful article in Best Friends Mag. — that sunset photo was too much!! And same on the move. You nad your animals deserve everything good that’s happening to you.

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  16. Doe George Avatar
    Doe George

    Congratulations Rolling Dog Ranch, and all who voted! May 17th starts a new Challenge! This $3,000 gift will certainly help with the move.

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  17. Shirley * James/Portland, OR Avatar

    Rolling Dog Ranch–ROCKS THE HOUSE!!!

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  18. Lynda Avatar
    Lynda

    Whoo Hoo !!!

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  19. Leila - Washington Avatar
    Leila – Washington

    Congratulations to you! I’m sure it will come in very handy…….and we will do what we can in between the wins! Hugs to all of you.

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  20. Nina Avatar
    Nina

    Yaaaaay! Congrats on the win for the animals! Every little bit helps!

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  21. Ann Avatar
    Ann

    Congrats, RDR on your $3,000 win! It sure will help with so many things. Let’s all get ready to vote on May 17th and see if we can get the grand prize!

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  22. Carla Polastro-Nigro Avatar

    Congratulations! I can’t think of anyone more deserving than you two of this prize (or any prize, for that matter)…

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  23. ginger Avatar
    ginger

    I’m so relieved that the RDR got some money! I voted every day & the situation was looking rather dire. I love the photo of Gabe in the laundry basket. He’s so precious. Please give him a big hug from me.
    Welcome home, Steve! I’m sure that Alayne’s not the only one glad to have you back in Mt!
    Big hugs to all,
    ginger, Tobias & Tlingit

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  24. kim Avatar
    kim

    For the new challange lets get all our friends,coworkers and family to vote. Steve and Alayne give life to these animals, at least we can do is keep clicking. I am very happy for the RDR family.

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  25. Sasha in MN Avatar
    Sasha in MN

    High fives, paws & hoofs,
    It’s been a pleasure clicking for RDR everyday. The blessings you bestow on the pups, cats & horses are immeasurable…glad some of that is returned your way!

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  26. boundforglory Avatar
    boundforglory

    Awesome!
    It really is amazing to even rank; with so many groups entered.
    Thank you for all your hard votes eveyone…let’s keep up the great work for RDR!
    Bow-wow…woo-woo…meeeoww..baaabaaa…whinnywhinny!

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  27. Suesan Larsen Avatar
    Suesan Larsen

    You deserve it! And such an easy way to raise money for you!

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  28. Lisa K - San Diego Avatar
    Lisa K – San Diego

    Congratulations! You truly deserve every penny of whatever comes your way! Almost time to start voting again… I kept shooting emails to friends throughout the contest, asking and reminding them to vote. What was really good to do was forward one of Steve’s posts when the pic or story was particularly cute or moving. Good responses. Don’t be afraid to keep reminding folks!

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  29. lisa Avatar

    There is no one that deserves it more then you folks. Words cannot describe how wonderful you two are. You have truly been send from heaven to be there for the animals

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  30. John & Margaret - - Knoxville TN Avatar
    John & Margaret – – Knoxville TN

    Congratulations!! It’s due to your hard work and admirable results that all of those votes rolled in!!
    All of the best on your move.

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  31. Ev Avatar
    Ev

    You must be busy. Best wishes

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