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Fri 22 Jun 2007 04:30PM PDT

TinaValant 845 post(s)

Whether from a breed specific rescue or your local shelter, give it a try. If you need help or can't find what you're looking for, please contact me. I have an extensive database of breed-specific rescue groups, nationwide. Tina < proud mom to five rescued aussies (having FAILED fostercare three times) http://www.brightlion.com/InHope/InHope_en.aspx

Thu 28 Jun 2007 07:17AM PDT

MizzPink 1 post(s)

I have a rescue dog from a shelter. Everyone should try a rescue at least once, they're so rewarding. x

Thu 28 Jun 2007 07:43AM PDT

MightyMaxATL 4 post(s)

We tried to rescue 2 dogs. 1 was a full size dachshund who had seizures but I had a previous doxie who had seizures so that didn't scare me at all. However, this poor lil guy had gran mal seizures and would have every muscle twitch and would literally flip a foot or so off the floor. He needed someone at home full time and I have 2 jobs. So fortunately his foster mom decided to give him a forever home since she is home all day. Then we tried a pomerian called Red but he responded to Bandit to me. Unfortunately he had heart worms and didn't make it thru the treatment. We will keep trying though when I find another match for Max. I think it is just heart-braking when someone has to give up a pet and there is a special place in heaven for all the folks who help rescue pets.

Thu 28 Jun 2007 08:57AM PDT

TinaValant 845 post(s)

In rescue, we believe dogs always end up, where they're supposed to be! Max & family, you'll find a new friend, soon!

Thu 28 Jun 2007 11:23AM PDT

goldngirls 1 post(s)

I too am a 'foster failure' but they are also adoption sucess stories! I firmly believe rescue dogs have an extra 'gratefullness' factor about them - and give back to us 10 fold.

Thu 28 Jun 2007 03:32PM PDT

GoldenMom 85 post(s)

I have 2 rescues myself. They sure do have that extra "gratefulness" factor!

Sat 30 Jun 2007 10:59PM PDT

ontrose69 68 post(s)

we have five dogs. One is from a breeder and four are rescue dogs and one is a foster dog. the rescue dogs and the foster dog all seem to have that "extra" little bit of love and affection toward my wife and I for saving them from a horrible fate. Sasha, our foster dog is even more loving toward me than any of the other dogs. In fact, she is practically glued to me where ever I go! And the look of adoration and love that she has for me is just amazing to see! She loves my wife, but she totally adores me. It has been such a rewarding experience to have rescue dogs and to have a final refuge foster dog(s). Take a look at my web site and you will see what I mean. home.comcast.net/~ontrose69

Mon 02 Jul 2007 08:20AM PDT

FreedomKat 155 post(s)

Yes I totally believe in Rescue, I have one that is a Rescue dog and he just can't stand it when he can't be near me. One day I didn't know he was not watching me and I climbed up in an old oak tree. I was just standing there looking around my property and then I noticed that he was running full speed around the property in a state a panic. Since I was training him for Search and Rescue I decided to let him figure it out and after a little bit he calmed down and you could almost see him figuring out that he needed to use his nose and when he did he almost instantly did a beautiful head pop (that is when a dog catches the scent and his head turns in the direction of the scent) and came right to the tree I was standing in and followed my scent up the tree and when he saw me you could see the surprise and delight in his face that I started crying. I came down the tree and we had a party (that is when you get all excited during practice and you talk and praise and give treats when the dog finds someone) I was telling him that he was such a good boy and he was licking me like crazy!

Mon 02 Jul 2007 11:12AM PDT

TinaValant 845 post(s)

I just blogged Hard Core Truth/Why Rescue It was tooo long to put here. tina

Mon 02 Jul 2007 11:26AM PDT

Robert 296 post(s)

Hershey is a rescue too - even though he is a purebred. When I got him - his fur was in a terrible state and very skinny. Now he is just a furball. I'm totally for rescue. FYI: as the site grows - we hope to work with various rescue groups too.

Mon 02 Jul 2007 11:40AM PDT

FreedomKat 155 post(s)

I know I am repeating myself Tina but I want to post this where everyone can see! Thanks Tina for Blogging the Hard Core Truth. Our society has become such a throw away society that we are going down hill. Working with rescue I have seen and heard so many excuses as to why someone has to get rid of a family pet and it makes me ashamed of being a part of the human race. I think we have the names mixed up I think most humans are the animals in this world. I cried my eyes out over your blog. I too hope it stops one person from breeding their dog or buying a dog from a store when they can rescue a dog for a group or shelter. I live in Texas and work with RottieLove Rescue. I want to educate everyone I run across about our disposable society, it is not fair. If I had to move someplace where I could not take my kids, I would rather live on the streets with them than to dump them at the shelter, I would rather die first. My kids have been there for me when no one else has and I vow to be there for them too!

Mon 02 Jul 2007 11:51AM PDT

TinaValant 845 post(s)

Once they decide they are surrendering a dog (preferably to a breed specific rescue), it's like well, it's YOUR PROBLEM, NOW LADY! Come and get the dog. Out of sight, out of mind. I have had people threaten, that if I don't come within 2-12-24 hours, they will tie it to the fence of the shelter. I hold one thought for them> karma, it's a beautiful thing. We are so overloaded right now in aussie rescue, I can not even go on the rescue site, it breaks my heart. Every size, color, age, shape, all over the USA & Canada. Considering breeding your dog? Because s/he is so cute, smart, loving, you (selfishly) want to have a piece of them (is your pet NOT ENOUGH?) ..... or those who want to witness the miracle of birth (hello? tune in to Animal Planet, some time)...I ***beg*** you, visit your local shelter, walk the dogs, bring over treats, or visit the breed rescue websites THEN tell me how you can justify it. Ok, getting off my soapbox......

Mon 02 Jul 2007 11:52AM PDT

kathyhays 1 post(s)

I strongly support our Shelters and have had many "pound puppies". They are the loyalest and friendliest I have ever had the pleasure of having in my life. It breaks my heart to know that I can't possibly have them all come live me but it reassures me that there are caring people who work at the shelters and there are caring people who are willing to adopt. I highly recommend adopting an older dog. They are quick to settle into the family and provide just as much love as a puppy.

Mon 02 Jul 2007 11:57AM PDT

ontrose69 68 post(s)

I agree that older dogs are some of the best! My wife and I work with an old dog rescue here in Washington called Old Dog Haven. We are now on our second final refuge dog from them. Both of them have been the most loving and loyal dogs we've ever had. Our first one was only with us for about 8 months... but he touched our lives so deeply that it felt like we had him since puppyhood. We take the old Rottweilers from the rescue since there are not many people that are willing to take in an old dog, let alone a Rottweiler. Boy do they make a huge mistake!

Wed 04 Jul 2007 06:21AM PDT

crazydoglady 186 post(s)

I've worked for years for a rescue in my area and am a trainer as well. I can't begin to tell you (of course I'm sure you all already know) how frustrating it is when trying to educate people about rescue..................arghhhhhhhhhhhhh but it is one of the most rewarding things. I have a purebreed pup I rescued at 4 weeks because the breeder was going to put him down for being the wrong colors and "too" fiesty!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! A regular "maneater" lol. OH LAWD ~~eyerolls~~.....he is the funniest, sweetest and most loving lil guy (a year old in a couple of weeks). His biggest joy is my 4 grandchildren and every other animal he ever sees. LOL his biggest pet peeve is if someone walks by and DOESN"T say hello to him. Yeah, a real maneater that one...... I agree with Tina "karma IS a beautiful thing". Keep up the good work spreading the word!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We're actually looking to rescue again because , like potato chips, you cant' have just one! LOL

Wed 04 Jul 2007 06:40AM PDT

love_beagles 26 post(s)

My Cinnamon is from a rescue, too. Right now I live in a neighborhood that only allows one dog per home, but we will be moving whenever we can sell our house, and I plan on taking in gaggles of dogs! Rescued dogs! I love the lil' old ones, too! I can't wait to do that and maybe to foster as well. I'm afraid I won't want to let them go, though. I heard that in CA they are trying to pass a law to make it illegal to breed dogs unless you have a special license. I hope it works and sets a model for the rest of the US.

Wed 04 Jul 2007 08:43AM PDT

ontrose69 68 post(s)

That would be nice if Cali did that. Good luck in finding a new home where you can have lots and lots of rescue dogs! :) Maybe you can find a rescue that does like the one we have here in Washington where you foster dogs in a final refuge setting like we are doing with Sasha.

Wed 04 Jul 2007 11:03AM PDT

SnagglePuff 5 post(s)

rescues are always the most sweetest dogs, like my snaggle puff :)

Wed 04 Jul 2007 11:03AM PDT

SnagglePuff 5 post(s)

rescues are always the most sweetest dogs, like my snaggle puff :)

Thu 05 Jul 2007 12:57PM PDT

candaccream 1 post(s)

yeah they are

Fri 06 Jul 2007 09:38PM PDT

lonestar 10 post(s)

RESCUE! RESCUE! RESCUE! SO REWARDING! My 3 furbabies are rescues. And my life has never been the same.And what I mean by that is they give so much to my life and ask for so little in return. These babies are three heartbeats at my feet. So if anyone wants to do something rewarding when looking for a pet GO RESCUING!

Sun 08 Jul 2007 10:25AM PDT

MJnSocal 15 post(s)

I have to say I've owned at least 11 rescued animals over the years. Only one has been from a breeder. The rescued pups and kitties are so loving, sometimes act up but always loving. They take time to train and re-train but i wish I had the time to start a rescue, i bet it would be rewarding.

Sun 08 Jul 2007 10:51AM PDT

FreedomKat 155 post(s)

I help a rescue when I can by doing background checks and vet checks or go do an inhome evaluation to make sure the pup is going to a good home. That is a good way to get your feet wet or you could foster some pups until they can find them a home but the problem with that is you get attached and don't want to let them go and you end up adopting them yourself.

Sun 08 Jul 2007 11:13AM PDT

pupperdog 2 post(s)

i guess you would call KJ a rescue dog as well. He came from the free column in the paper. I have had dogs that I have found on the side of the road and a few that came from shelters. Growing up, I was bitten by a Golden that came from a shelter, so I was a little scared of taking a shelter dog dog into my home. Goldens are known to be great dogs for kids - who would have thought he would attack me? My first rescue dog though was a Pit Bull and she was so gentle and loving. My friends daughter would pull on her and poke at her and Diamond never growled, showed her teeth, or anything. Pits have such a terrible rep that at first I was terrified to bring that dog into my home. I am glad that I got over my fear and brought Diamond home. She was a very rewarding part of my life. I am all for adopting from a shelter.

Tue 10 Jul 2007 11:08AM PDT

Bru 4 post(s)

I'm a rescue doggie!! My mom took one look at me and fell DEEP into my spell! She came back for me 3 weeks later!!! Bru

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Fri 22 Jun 2007 04:30PM PDT TinaValant 845 post(s)	Whether from a breed specific rescue or your local shelter, give it a try. If you need help or can't find what you're looking for, please contact me. I have an extensive database of breed-specific rescue groups, nationwide. Tina < proud mom to five rescued aussies (having FAILED fostercare three times) http://www.brightlion.com/InHope/InHope_en.aspx

Thu 28 Jun 2007 07:17AM PDT MizzPink 1 post(s)	I have a rescue dog from a shelter. Everyone should try a rescue at least once, they're so rewarding. x


Thu 28 Jun 2007 07:43AM PDT MightyMaxATL 4 post(s)	We tried to rescue 2 dogs. 1 was a full size dachshund who had seizures but I had a previous doxie who had seizures so that didn't scare me at all. However, this poor lil guy had gran mal seizures and would have every muscle twitch and would literally flip a foot or so off the floor. He needed someone at home full time and I have 2 jobs. So fortunately his foster mom decided to give him a forever home since she is home all day. Then we tried a pomerian called Red but he responded to Bandit to me. Unfortunately he had heart worms and didn't make it thru the treatment. We will keep trying though when I find another match for Max. I think it is just heart-braking when someone has to give up a pet and there is a special place in heaven for all the folks who help rescue pets.

Thu 28 Jun 2007 08:57AM PDT TinaValant 845 post(s)	In rescue, we believe dogs always end up, where they're supposed to be! Max & family, you'll find a new friend, soon!

Thu 28 Jun 2007 11:23AM PDT goldngirls 1 post(s)	I too am a 'foster failure' but they are also adoption sucess stories! I firmly believe rescue dogs have an extra 'gratefullness' factor about them - and give back to us 10 fold.


Thu 28 Jun 2007 03:32PM PDT GoldenMom 85 post(s)	I have 2 rescues myself. They sure do have that extra "gratefulness" factor!

Sat 30 Jun 2007 10:59PM PDT ontrose69 68 post(s)	we have five dogs. One is from a breeder and four are rescue dogs and one is a foster dog. the rescue dogs and the foster dog all seem to have that "extra" little bit of love and affection toward my wife and I for saving them from a horrible fate. Sasha, our foster dog is even more loving toward me than any of the other dogs. In fact, she is practically glued to me where ever I go! And the look of adoration and love that she has for me is just amazing to see! She loves my wife, but she totally adores me. It has been such a rewarding experience to have rescue dogs and to have a final refuge foster dog(s). Take a look at my web site and you will see what I mean. home.comcast.net/~ontrose69

Mon 02 Jul 2007 08:20AM PDT FreedomKat 155 post(s)	Yes I totally believe in Rescue, I have one that is a Rescue dog and he just can't stand it when he can't be near me. One day I didn't know he was not watching me and I climbed up in an old oak tree. I was just standing there looking around my property and then I noticed that he was running full speed around the property in a state a panic. Since I was training him for Search and Rescue I decided to let him figure it out and after a little bit he calmed down and you could almost see him figuring out that he needed to use his nose and when he did he almost instantly did a beautiful head pop (that is when a dog catches the scent and his head turns in the direction of the scent) and came right to the tree I was standing in and followed my scent up the tree and when he saw me you could see the surprise and delight in his face that I started crying. I came down the tree and we had a party (that is when you get all excited during practice and you talk and praise and give treats when the dog finds someone) I was telling him that he was such a good boy and he was licking me like crazy!

Mon 02 Jul 2007 11:12AM PDT TinaValant 845 post(s)	I just blogged Hard Core Truth/Why Rescue It was tooo long to put here. tina

Mon 02 Jul 2007 11:26AM PDT Robert 296 post(s)	Hershey is a rescue too - even though he is a purebred. When I got him - his fur was in a terrible state and very skinny. Now he is just a furball. I'm totally for rescue. FYI: as the site grows - we hope to work with various rescue groups too.

Mon 02 Jul 2007 11:40AM PDT FreedomKat 155 post(s)	I know I am repeating myself Tina but I want to post this where everyone can see! Thanks Tina for Blogging the Hard Core Truth. Our society has become such a throw away society that we are going down hill. Working with rescue I have seen and heard so many excuses as to why someone has to get rid of a family pet and it makes me ashamed of being a part of the human race. I think we have the names mixed up I think most humans are the animals in this world. I cried my eyes out over your blog. I too hope it stops one person from breeding their dog or buying a dog from a store when they can rescue a dog for a group or shelter. I live in Texas and work with RottieLove Rescue. I want to educate everyone I run across about our disposable society, it is not fair. If I had to move someplace where I could not take my kids, I would rather live on the streets with them than to dump them at the shelter, I would rather die first. My kids have been there for me when no one else has and I vow to be there for them too!

Mon 02 Jul 2007 11:51AM PDT TinaValant 845 post(s)	Once they decide they are surrendering a dog (preferably to a breed specific rescue), it's like well, it's YOUR PROBLEM, NOW LADY! Come and get the dog. Out of sight, out of mind. I have had people threaten, that if I don't come within 2-12-24 hours, they will tie it to the fence of the shelter. I hold one thought for them> karma, it's a beautiful thing. We are so overloaded right now in aussie rescue, I can not even go on the rescue site, it breaks my heart. Every size, color, age, shape, all over the USA & Canada. Considering breeding your dog? Because s/he is so cute, smart, loving, you (selfishly) want to have a piece of them (is your pet NOT ENOUGH?) ..... or those who want to witness the miracle of birth (hello? tune in to Animal Planet, some time)...I *beg* you, visit your local shelter, walk the dogs, bring over treats, or visit the breed rescue websites THEN tell me how you can justify it. Ok, getting off my soapbox......

Mon 02 Jul 2007 11:52AM PDT kathyhays 1 post(s)	I strongly support our Shelters and have had many "pound puppies". They are the loyalest and friendliest I have ever had the pleasure of having in my life. It breaks my heart to know that I can't possibly have them all come live me but it reassures me that there are caring people who work at the shelters and there are caring people who are willing to adopt. I highly recommend adopting an older dog. They are quick to settle into the family and provide just as much love as a puppy.

Mon 02 Jul 2007 11:57AM PDT ontrose69 68 post(s)	I agree that older dogs are some of the best! My wife and I work with an old dog rescue here in Washington called Old Dog Haven. We are now on our second final refuge dog from them. Both of them have been the most loving and loyal dogs we've ever had. Our first one was only with us for about 8 months... but he touched our lives so deeply that it felt like we had him since puppyhood. We take the old Rottweilers from the rescue since there are not many people that are willing to take in an old dog, let alone a Rottweiler. Boy do they make a huge mistake!

Wed 04 Jul 2007 06:21AM PDT crazydoglady 186 post(s)	I've worked for years for a rescue in my area and am a trainer as well. I can't begin to tell you (of course I'm sure you all already know) how frustrating it is when trying to educate people about rescue..................arghhhhhhhhhhhhh but it is one of the most rewarding things. I have a purebreed pup I rescued at 4 weeks because the breeder was going to put him down for being the wrong colors and "too" fiesty!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! A regular "maneater" lol. OH LAWD ~~eyerolls~~.....he is the funniest, sweetest and most loving lil guy (a year old in a couple of weeks). His biggest joy is my 4 grandchildren and every other animal he ever sees. LOL his biggest pet peeve is if someone walks by and DOESN"T say hello to him. Yeah, a real maneater that one...... I agree with Tina "karma IS a beautiful thing". Keep up the good work spreading the word!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We're actually looking to rescue again because , like potato chips, you cant' have just one! LOL

Wed 04 Jul 2007 06:40AM PDT love_beagles 26 post(s)	My Cinnamon is from a rescue, too. Right now I live in a neighborhood that only allows one dog per home, but we will be moving whenever we can sell our house, and I plan on taking in gaggles of dogs! Rescued dogs! I love the lil' old ones, too! I can't wait to do that and maybe to foster as well. I'm afraid I won't want to let them go, though. I heard that in CA they are trying to pass a law to make it illegal to breed dogs unless you have a special license. I hope it works and sets a model for the rest of the US.

Wed 04 Jul 2007 08:43AM PDT ontrose69 68 post(s)	That would be nice if Cali did that. Good luck in finding a new home where you can have lots and lots of rescue dogs! :) Maybe you can find a rescue that does like the one we have here in Washington where you foster dogs in a final refuge setting like we are doing with Sasha.

Wed 04 Jul 2007 11:03AM PDT SnagglePuff 5 post(s)	rescues are always the most sweetest dogs, like my snaggle puff :)

Wed 04 Jul 2007 11:03AM PDT SnagglePuff 5 post(s)	rescues are always the most sweetest dogs, like my snaggle puff :)

Thu 05 Jul 2007 12:57PM PDT candaccream 1 post(s)	yeah they are

Fri 06 Jul 2007 09:38PM PDT lonestar 10 post(s)	RESCUE! RESCUE! RESCUE! SO REWARDING! My 3 furbabies are rescues. And my life has never been the same.And what I mean by that is they give so much to my life and ask for so little in return. These babies are three heartbeats at my feet. So if anyone wants to do something rewarding when looking for a pet GO RESCUING!

Sun 08 Jul 2007 10:25AM PDT MJnSocal 15 post(s)	I have to say I've owned at least 11 rescued animals over the years. Only one has been from a breeder. The rescued pups and kitties are so loving, sometimes act up but always loving. They take time to train and re-train but i wish I had the time to start a rescue, i bet it would be rewarding.

Sun 08 Jul 2007 10:51AM PDT FreedomKat 155 post(s)	I help a rescue when I can by doing background checks and vet checks or go do an inhome evaluation to make sure the pup is going to a good home. That is a good way to get your feet wet or you could foster some pups until they can find them a home but the problem with that is you get attached and don't want to let them go and you end up adopting them yourself.

Sun 08 Jul 2007 11:13AM PDT pupperdog 2 post(s)	i guess you would call KJ a rescue dog as well. He came from the free column in the paper. I have had dogs that I have found on the side of the road and a few that came from shelters. Growing up, I was bitten by a Golden that came from a shelter, so I was a little scared of taking a shelter dog dog into my home. Goldens are known to be great dogs for kids - who would have thought he would attack me? My first rescue dog though was a Pit Bull and she was so gentle and loving. My friends daughter would pull on her and poke at her and Diamond never growled, showed her teeth, or anything. Pits have such a terrible rep that at first I was terrified to bring that dog into my home. I am glad that I got over my fear and brought Diamond home. She was a very rewarding part of my life. I am all for adopting from a shelter.

Tue 10 Jul 2007 11:08AM PDT Bru 4 post(s)	I'm a rescue doggie!! My mom took one look at me and fell DEEP into my spell! She came back for me 3 weeks later!!! Bru