Dog Rescue

[Kendall2]

My husband and I are both very interested in dog rescue. Does anyone have any good ideas that we can use when the time comes that we are able to fulfill our dream? Also, is there anyone out there that can tell me the technical difference between a rescue and a shelter? Thanks

[spinker3]

You definitely should check out the dachshund rescue page. It is a wonderful breed! Here is a link: http://www.drna.org/

[molly]

We work with Golden Retriever rescue out of
Raleigh, NC. It is very rewarding, but can
be heartbreaking as well. Please feel free
to check out our web site that will give you
information on rescue work etc.
ncgoldenretrieverrescu.org/
Any further questions, please feel free to
contact me directly.

[molly]

We work with Neuse River Golden Retriever Resue in NC. Check out their web site at www.ncgoldenretrieverrescu.org/. (http://www.ncgoldenretrieverrescu.org/.) In 1999
200 goldens were placed in great homes.
Rescue work can be heartbreaking at times, but for the most part rewarding.

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[Kathy19348]

Originally posted by Kendall2:
My husband and I are both very interested in dog rescue. Does anyone have any good ideas that we can use when the time comes that we are able to fulfill our dream? Also, is there anyone out there that can tell me the technical difference between a rescue and a shelter? Thanks

Hi, My name is Kathy and I rescued a German Shepherd female about 4 years ago and she is great. I have been told that a shelter takes in all types of animals and a rescue specializes in specific types of breeds. i.e. I got Nikki from the Save A Shepherd Rescue Alliance, and I know for a fact that there are rescues for almost every breed of dog you could possibly want.

[ferret22]

We're thinking about starting up a Boxer rescue. Most people don't realize that they are a very sensitive dog and need lots of time and attention. People don't think of them using that big old mouth of thier's to chew on everything to shoes to furniture. Mine chewed a hole in our bathroom wall when he was a pup! They're such silly little doggies. http://PetoftheDay.com/talk/cool.gif

[tsmom]

I've got 7 dogs-all except 1 were rescues of some sort. Even pure bred fans should check out local shelters. One of my bassets and my newest, a minaiture doxie came from a shelter. My GSDobviously, obviously a pure bred, was found hit by a car laying on the side of the road. When I called his owners, they didn't want him back because he'd run away before and it was too expensive to keep retrieving him from the shelter. Jungle moved in with me and has never wandered-I guess he just needed a reason to stay home.Judy

[peachesmom]

When I had to put down Lentil, the miniature yorkie that we believe was a puppy mill mom who had outlived her usefulness, I decided to volunteer with the SPCA. That organization does not destroy animals like the City Shelter does, but will keep and work with an animal until it is adopted. You can volunteer to foster animals in your home, or if your city has limitations on the number you can have, you can work with the animals at the shelter to help them better fit into a new home.

We have our limit of critters with our daughter, the Llaso Apso, Peaches; the garage sale rescue mixed shephard, Chelsea; the rescue adoptee boxer, Goofus; the flea market gem, Samson, a 3 pound mix pomeranian/yorkie; and the SPCA adoptee cat, Aggie. Goofus and Samson think they are the same size, and play together all the time. Peaches is spoiled, and Chelsea keeps everyone in line. It's a fun household!

[buginatub]

I also want to start a dog shelter, but unfortunateley I still live with my parents and I do not have a job. I think it is a good idea for a group of dedicated people to start an international rescue club and help save unwanted animals in their areas. Anyone interested?

[Albea]

To Kendall 2:
To find out about rescue work you could go to www.YGRR.org, (http://www.YGRR.org,) the New England Golden Retriever rescue that has rescued and found adoptive homes for more than 3000 dogs.

[Mickie]

I just wanted to say thank you to the owner of Lilly the dog for today. I am so happy she has foung a home to stay. Thank you who ever you are. http://PetoftheDay.com/talk/smile.gif http://PetoftheDay.com/talk/smile.gif http://PetoftheDay.com/talk/smile.gif

[Mickie]

FOUND http://PetoftheDay.com/talk/smile.gif

[teena]

check out www.hua.org (http://www.hua.org)

[JKRJG24]

My neighbor got a boxer from the boxer rescue society of michigan. I went with her to get it and when we got back we took her inside and gave her toys and a bed and all kinds of stuff!! She hardly knew what to think!! It was great. She had never been pamperd or spoiled and she was so skinny you could litterly wrap your hand around her waist!! She also had kennal cough and a parasite and she was pregnate!!! She is doing a lot better now her puppies are six weeks old and she has become a lot fatter! She is doing great and she is such a sweetie!!! http://PetoftheDay.com/talk/biggrin.gif I love her lots!!!I stongly sugguest rescue you really help that animal a lot!!!!

[blue_heeler]

My friend put one of her cocker spaniels into cocker spaniel rescue. They did it because they thought somebody else could give him more atteintion.

http://PetoftheDay.com/talk/smile.gifRACHEL http://PetoftheDay.com/talk/smile.gif

[tatsxxx11]

Kendall2: Check out www.bestfriends.com (http://www.bestfriends.com) They are the largest no kill animal sanctuary in the US and have all sorts of info./links on "rescue," shelters, etc. and what is involved in starting one in your area. Go into their message board. Many of the forums will direct you and help get you info. www.bestfriends.com (http://www.bestfriends.com)
Sandra

[GoldieMom]

I don't know of any Golden Retriever rescues in my erea of Ohio! I would like to start up a rescue! I can't beleive that someone can be so mean to such a loveable animal. Some people are animals themselves! http://PetoftheDay.com/talk/mad.gif

Thanks for all the great information! http://PetoftheDay.com/talk/smile.gif

[Kendall2]

Hi all, it's been a long while since I've had time to check out the site. Since I've last posted, we packed up a house, moved, and inherited another puppy that was dumped in our neighbor's backyard (they couldn't keep him because they have an Amstaff that would have eaten him for lunch). His name is George and is some sort of a hound. He is just too cute for words, and of course, we are going to keep him.
Anyway, the reason for the post is that bestfriends.com is really www.bestfriends.org (http://www.bestfriends.org)
Thanks for the tip!!!

[Albea]

Originally posted by GoldieMom:
I don't know of any Golden Retriever rescues in my erea of Ohio! I would like to start up a rescue! I can't beleive that someone can be so mean to such a loveable animal. Some people are animals themselves! http://PetoftheDay.com/talk/mad.gif

Thanks for all the great information! http://PetoftheDay.com/talk/smile.gif

GoldieMom:
Check the Web site of Yankee Golden Retriever Rescue at: ygrr.org There is a list of all the Golden rescue organizations in the country. Also, if you are as much of a Golden lover as I am, you will find interesting and useful information.
Some people are below the category of animals. Animals are not cruel to one another http://PetoftheDay.com/talk/mad.gif

[shais_mom]

GoldieMom- I check out www.grinrescue.com (http://www.grinrescue.com)
they are based in Avon Ohio. Not sure where that is in reference to Akron.
They also listed a start-up site that is http://www.golden-retriever.com/start.html (http://www.golden-retiever.com/start.html)
They listed on there site with a one touch click so good luck!!!


[This message has been edited by shais_mom (edited November 15, 2000).]

[BoxerLover]

[QUOTE]Originally posted by JKRJG24:
My neighbor got a boxer from the boxer rescue society of michigan. I went with her to get it and when we got back we took her inside and gave her toys and a bed and all kinds of stuff!! She hardly knew what to think!! It was great. She had never been pamperd or spoiled and she was so skinny you could litterly wrap your hand around her waist!! She also had kennal cough and a parasite and she was pregnate!!! She is doing a lot better now her puppies are six weeks old and she has become a lot fatter! She is doing great and she is such a sweetie!!! http://PetoftheDay.com/talk/biggrin.gif I love her lots!!!I stongly sugguest rescue you really help that animal a lot!!!![/QUOte

Just wanted to say that Nikki is my dog and I am JKRJG24's neighbor!

[dogluvr]

I volunteer with Best Friends here in Las Vegas, NV. They are always having training for opening no kill shelters and rescues. They are a fantastic resource! I believe that there web address is www.bestfriends.org (http://www.bestfriends.org)
Good luck!
Originally posted by tatsxxx11:
Kendall2: Check out www.bestfriends.com (http://www.bestfriends.com) They are the largest no kill animal sanctuary in the US and have all sorts of info./links on "rescue," shelters, etc. and what is involved in starting one in your area. Go into their message board. Many of the forums will direct you and help get you info. www.bestfriends.com (http://www.bestfriends.com)
Sandra

[ktreva52]

I believe the main difference between a rescue group and a shelter is funding. Most rescue groups do not get state funding (or very little) and shelters generally do, in fact, many shelters are state agencies. Shelters also need private funding, but since they are "not-for-profits" there are some grants available to them. I doubt there are many for rescue groups unless they are registered as "not-for-profits" with the tax paperwork and such like. I understand it can take up to a year to get that type of designation (or more) and there are TONS of paperwork to go through. If you're willing to do that, then the absolute best of luck to you. It gladdens my heart to see someone want to do this. Do be aware, this isn't a cheap proposition and you need to line up some of your foster families before you accept even that first dog. Too many of them will back out on you or cannot take certain animals (usually behavior problems), or something. You also might want to hook up with a decent vet that will offer "group rates" for the rescue dogs. Find a good animal rights attorney and check on licensing if you intend to keep any of the animals in your own home. There may be laws against ANY kind of business in your area.

I'm not trying to discourage you, but these are some of the answers you are going to have to have before you can start a group. Do you have a PetsMart nearby? They often have rescue groups and shelters in to bring animals for adoption and you might want to talk to them (the groups) about what it takes to start a group and talk to PetsMart to line up times when you can bring animals in for adoption. That is probably the greatest thing about PetsMart -- they don't sell cats or dogs, they offer space for adoptions at no charge to the groups using the space. Of course, it's a great write-off for PetsMart, but it's great public relations, too and a more responsible stance than encouraging puppy and kitty mills to continue indiscriminate breeding. Oops, didn't meant to get on another soapbox. Well, good luck with your quest and let us know what you find out.

[karen israel]

Hi Dogluvr... I love the BestFriends website! Has your photo been in their magazine? Wish I lived closer, I'd be there all the time!!!! Please give all the pups a big hug for me! What do you do there? How often do you go???

[dogluvr]

Hi Karen. My photo has not been on the website yet,but I think my son's has. We are having a HUGE puppy adoption on Saturday we hope to adopt 25 puppies out. I am a volunteer who helps with weekly mobile adoptions and I am a foster parent.It is great fun. I try to go to the sanctuary monthly, but I am lagging this month. It is a fantastic place for a vacation. The sanctuary is gorgeous. Come see it sometime. http://PetoftheDay.com/talk/smile.gif
Michelle

Originally posted by karen israel:
Hi Dogluvr... I love the BestFriends website! Has your photo been in their magazine? Wish I lived closer, I'd be there all the time!!!! Please give all the pups a big hug for me! What do you do there? How often do you go???

[saint suzy]

Hi my name is Sue I have just rescued my second Saint Bernard that I have called Jenny. My first was Sebastion he had a great temperment at first but because he was so ill treated and so over weight when we first got him he had to have two operations on his back legs because his ligerments snapped. Lucky I always have my dogs insured but because both the opperations were done so close together he turned nasty. The vet said it was caused by all the gas he had to have because of the X rays and the opperations. Of course we kept him and loved him he was our boy he never hurt me but he would bite anyone else. We had him from when he was 19 months old until 11/11/2000 poppy day when he died, he was 10 years 11 months. It is good to rescue a dog but look at the dog and see if there is anything wrong with it be very very careful.

[ktreva52]

Just wondered what you have found out/decided about the rescue operations and how well you have settled into your new home with George and all??????

[mugsy]

Well, George is no longer very little...he's 6 months old (by the vet's estimation) and he is over 50 pounds!! He is a real lover...whomever dumped him lost out on a real prize. He loves to cuddle, but won't give kisses...don't know about that one yet.
As for the rescue, I think that's on hold for right now, because we live in the city limits and we only have about 1/4 of an acre and funds are pretty tight right now because of the move. We are still working on it for the future, however. Thanks for being interested!