Bidspirit auction | CHARITY: SALEM DOGS, WOOD INTARSIA

CHARITY: SALEM DOGS, WOOD INTARSIA OF A DOG - Proceeds from this lot will be donated to non-profit Salem Dogs in Marion County, Oregon. This lot features wood intarsia of a dog made from various species of wood. Measures, 16'' H x 14.25'' W x 1'' D. Intarsia is a decorative woodworking technique that creates a mosaic-like image by inlaying pieces of wood of different types, colors, and grains into a wooden base. Salem Dogs focus is on helping special needs dogs when their people experience extreme circumstances. Owner death, hospice, and nursing/assisted living situations are some examples that trigger the need for a new home. In addition, some people find themselves unable to afford medical bills and opt to have their dog euthanized. In those cases, Salem Dogs is often contacted and has either taken in the dog or helped the owner financially. While most of their work is in the Salem, Oregon area, this charity has helped dogs in multiple areas around North America.