The Build-A-Bear Workshop Bear Hugs Foundation is committed to making life more bearable for children, families and pets in need of a helping paw. With the sale of each full-sized Bearemy’s Kennel Pals® friend -- a collection of Build-A Bear Workshop® plush dogs – one dollar is donated to domestic pet programs, including local animal shelters, stray pet rescue and rehabilitation organizations, and pet education programs around the country. These funds are available to qualified non-profit organizations in the United States and Canada through a quarterly grant process. Visit www.buildabear.com for more information.

American Black and Tan Coonhound Rescue, Inc. was selected as a recipient of a grant from The Build-A-Bear Workshop Bear Hugs Foundation in January of 2009. We are truly grateful for their support and for the recognition of our volunteers' hard work.

Thank you for helping a rescue dog!