Why I Cried for K9 Jethro

Why I Cried for K9 Jethro

So what was different about Jethro? What was it that made him stand out from all the other working k9 dogs?  For me it was learning he had a home life.  He didn’t go to work and then go home to a kennel.  Jethro went home to his family.

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Remember Me Thursday

Remember Me Thursday

Do you live with a rescue dog? Did you know that only 30% of pets in US households come from rescue facilities?  Did you know that each year it's estimated that over 3.4 million shelter pets lose their lives without finding their forever home?

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A Day In The Life

A Day In The Life

Once in a while I will see a chained dog which breaks my heart because I believe every dog deserves a loving home. They were created to give us such unconditional love so how can we give back anything less.  When I read this, the sadness was overwhelming. Whenever we see a chained dog we must reach out to educate the family to change that dog's life. 

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Patches: Our Journey From Failure To Success

Patches: Our Journey From Failure To Success

Patches was born in a shelter on April 13, 2013.  Her parentage was unknown so the veterinarian questimated she was a Feist/heeler mix. This cute little puppy was adopted  on July 22, 2013. Sadly she was returned to the shelter on November 7, 2013. People have asked me why would someone do that? Just give up a family member without looking back?  In her case Patches was returned due to her growing size and rambunctiousness as she frequently caused the elderly woman who had adopted her to trip and fall. 

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Sweet Boy Troy

Sweet Boy Troy

Meet our most recent foster dog, Troy, who is estimated to be about 7 to 8 months old.  He joined us September 26, 2013 and left on the Homeward Bound Transport heading north on October 26, 2013.  It was another bittersweet day for Kirby and I filled with a tearful goodbye even knowing he will be with his furever family.

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Zuke's: Fueling the Love

Zuke's: Fueling the Love

We've joined the Event Barkers to help share Zuke's USA made products and company goals so this week I'll be introducing you to the brand and the treats they offer culminating in a big giveaway for 15 full size bags of their popular, healthy treats this Friday, November 15th.

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R.O.A.R.

R.O.A.R.

R.O.A.R. stands for Reach. Out. Act. Respond. For Animals. Animal Planet has partnered with leading animal organizations to inspire people like you to make the world a better place for animals. Together, we have the power to improve the lives of animals in our communities and in the wild.

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