Bichon FurKids is a charitable not-for-profit organization whose members believe that our animal companions deserve to be cherished, cared for and protected. We value the loving contribution they make to our lives and are dedicated to assisting these loyal companions in finding forever homes — and a second chance at life.
Our goal is to rescue bichons, bichon mixes and other small dogs who can no longer live with their original owners. Our Board and key volunteers are all dedicated, passionate and compassionate people who strive to make a difference in a dog’s life, assisting these FurKids to be adopted by loving owners who will care for and protect them as long as they live.
Meet our amazing volunteers!
Marti Colwell, President
Founder, Placement and Events
marti@bichonfurkids.org
760-525-5556
Lauren Partida
Foster Coordinator
lauren@bichonfurkids.org
951-380-2555
Judy Price
Board Member
judyp@bichonfurkids.org
Daria Roth
Board Member, Medical Liason
daria@bichonfurkids.org
760-224-0637
Michele Ramirez
Board Member, Treasurer
micheler@bichonfurkids.org
949-433-6195
Natalie Simmon
Shelter Evaluator, Facebook Editor
natalie@bichonfurkids.org
Linda Recker
Safety Check Coordinator
lindar@bichonfurkids.org
Derek Phelps, Arizona Rescue
Home Checks and Fosters
phelpsdd1@gmail.com
602-741-6547
Loraine Klaiber
Board Member, Applications Coordinator
bfkapplications@gmail.com
403-828-6598
Cindy Thomas
Board Member, Recording Secretary
cindy@bichonfurkids.org
Pat Welch
Foster Coach
pat@bichonfurkids.org
951-235-6553
Shannon Shankle
Northern California Team Leader
2Bichonz@att.net
Doug Eisberg
Board Member, Foster Dad
doug@bichonfurkids.org
Deb Gibb
Technology Consultant
debbie@bichonfurkids.org
Thea Finney
BFK Webmaster
thea@bichonfurkids.org
Cherie Bauer
Orange County Supplies Manager
Lisa Stoughton
Orange County Supplies Manager