We did it!.....

We are very proud to announce that with the support & generosity of Beary Cheap customers
all over the world, we have now raised enough money to sponsor or very own Moon Bear!

See the tally with your own eyes!

Moon Bear Tally to sponsor "Naji" our very own bear

Our Goal AU$12,800 Money raised A$12,800

500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000 4500 5000 5500 6000 6500 7000 7500 8000 8500 9000 9500 10000 10500 11000 11500 12000 12800 Our Target AU $12,800.... has been reached!!!! Congratulations everyone!!!!!

Beary Cheap customers will soon be the very proud sponsors of a Chinese Moon Bear.
Our bear will soon be rescued by the Animals Asia foundation from a life of cruelty & torture.
Your donations have enabled another bear to be put in safe hands & live the rest of his/her life in the safety
& the tender loving care of the Bear Rescue Center in Chengdu, China. Thank you.

Over the past 11 months, we have raised the amazing sum of A$12,800
which is the amount needed to look after a bear for the rest of its life.

We must say that we had a very generous donation from one customer which enabled us to reach our target.
That customer knows who she is... & she deserves a big thank you!

Cindy, presenting Jill Robinson (Founder of Animals Asia) with our cheque for $12,800. A very proud moment ! Below is part of the email we received from Jill this week. " Cindy... Excellent news. You and Derek and your whole team have worked so hard to achieve this....another bear free, because of you. It doesn't get much better than that. Am really pleased that you made your goal - you must be thrilled and so are we. Warmest wishes from all here in bearland - and those yet to come. . Thank you for everything, as ever and take care, Jillx Jill Robinson MBE, Founder & CEO,Animals Asia Foundation

What about our bear... you ask? We spoke to Jill Robinson last week, & she informs us that there is currently a waiting list of people like ourselves, all waiting for their own bear. Jill has told us however, that she's almost certain we'll have a bear allocated to us by the end of this year! This is great news & will be a fantastic Christmas present for us all. So hang on everyone, "Naji" will be rescued soon! Of course, as soon as we hear any further news, you'll be the first to know .

What now?.... How about a Den for our bear!

We've had many customers asking if we're going to try & raise funds to sponsor another bear.
Although this is a wonderful thought, we think that for the time being, we should try to make our
first bear "Naji" as comfortable as possible in his/her new home.

If you've lived for twenty years in a tiny cage, the great outdoors can be a daunting experience in the first few weeks of release.
A den gives these bears what they need most in the world - a safe and secure home and a place to run back to whenever they feel threatened or upset. Inside, they have friends to console them, food to reassure them and hanging basket beds
to dream their worries away, before facing the challenges of another new day.

The cost to build a den for "Naji" is A$4,600.
If we start raising funds now, we could be well on the way to providing
"Naji" with a den when he/she arrives at the sanctuary. We can do this too!!!!

Donate to Naji's Den here

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Introducing.... "Jordan"

This adorable, scruffy bear is a new pattern/kit from the "Dolls Co-Op".

Jordan stands 15" (40cm) tall & is made in our Cognac Synthetic fur. He is super easy to make
& the pattern for his cute overalls is also included. The instructions are very easy to follow & include diagrams & photographs.
There are no paw pads, making this pattern suitable for beginners.
Pattern has plastic joints & safety eyes & is therefore suitable as a child's toy.

Note: Shoes pictured are available separately. This pattern is designed to fit all shoes available on our website.
See our full range of teddy bear shoes.... here.

Easy to make! Jordan can also be made as a girl bear. Optional pink fabric avalable when ordering. Dress pattern is also included free!

Pattern & Instructions only (includes overall & dress pattern) $12.00 Kit $32.95 Contains: Pattern & Instructions to make bear & overalls/dress, Cognac Fur Fabric, Safety Eyes, Plastic Joints, Nose Cotton, Shoes available separately. Note: this bear takes 1/4mtr of fur fabric.

More info & ordering

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Xmas Critter Kits
by Kympatti Bears

Angel Face $21.95	Elf $21.95	Rudolph $21.95	Santa $21.95

Note: accessories may vary in colour & style from photos.

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A Tribute to Steve Irwin...

We were all shocked & saddened to hear of the tragic death of Steve Irwin on 4th September, 2006.
Steve's face was recognised worldwide as the "Crocodile Hunter", & his operations included Australia Zoo,
The Steve Irwin Conservation Foundation (now renamed Wildlife Warriors Worldwide), and International Crocodile Rescue.

Many of you may be unaware that Steve was a true friend of the Moon Bears, having visited the Animals Asia,
Moon Bear Rescue Sanctuary in February 2004 during a film shoot for New Breed Vets. Steve was utterly shocked
with the treatment of farmed bile bears and truly put his heart and soul into publicizing their plight.

As a tireless and passionate campaigner Steve did so much for so many animals across the world. He will be sorely missed
& remembered for his enthusiastic defence of all animals, his open mind and heart and his kindness.

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We received an email from a customer this week, congratulating us on reaching our Moon Bear target.
She simply said "Steve would be proud"... .

Steve Irwin with "Rupert" at the Moon Bear Rescue Centre in 2005

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Miss the last issue of the Teddy Web Gazette?... take a peek here.

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