URGENT FOSTER NEEDED!!! Avey was left behind, in a home with no power... yes, her foster family ABANDONED her. They claim it was due to the dogs not getting along and their inability to deal with Avey's training needs. This poor baby has been through so much. Just look at her picture. She has obviously NOT been cared for properly. She was rescued last night, but this temporary foster can not keep her. We need a new foster ASAP, preferably one that does not have dogs (but cats are ok.) Avey needs to decompress and unwind after her ordeal.

Capt. Barbosa is a show-stopper! His size is immense, but he is a gentle giant. This boy loves to be loved and he is tolerant and laid-back. Barbosa is missing an eye. It looks like it was surgically removed and stitched, as the healing is perfect. However, whoever was willing to see Barbosa through surgery has given up on him. He's been at the shelter since Sept. 17th and arrived as a stray wearing a large tow clip attached to his dirty collar. We're not sure at all about who Barbosa's parents could have been- we have guessed everything from Mastiff, to St. Bernard, to Akita, to Shepherd to Labrador. I think we can only confirm that he's a MUTT! Barbosa did well on his temperament assessment. Our evaluator pointed out that he loves to be petted, is very tolerant, and shows no signs of possession/aggression. Barbosa is a bit cautious with people at first, but warms up quickly. His only flaw is that he is a stubborn guy! Somewhere along the way, he learned that if he plants his enormous body, it's difficult to make him move. A confident and patient owner will take care of this, no problem. If he's stubborn, he's also smart! Barbosa would probably be okay with older children/teenagers. While he is very tolerant, he does startle if approached on his blind side. Barbosa has been tested with a female pit bull (did well) a female chow mix (did well) and a very social male Leonberger (reacted aggressively- we do not know if he was reacted because he was a male, or because he is huge and shaggy). Barbosa has not yet been cat-tested, but this could be arranged.

We adore Barbosa, if you visit him at the shelter, he will rub his entire body along the kennel, seeking contact of even just fingertips. This magnificent dog deserves a magnificent life. At 6 years old, he is settled and would make a laid-back companion for just the right family! Please contact

with any questions or if you are able to help. Please cross-post, Barbosa becomes more and more urgent as space in the shelter decreases!

I am a female, brown and tan Chihuahua
Smooth Coated mix.
The shelter staff think I am about 3 years old.

For more information about this animal, call:
San Bernardino County
Devore Shelter at 909-887-8055
Ask for information about animal ID number A535479
( available 8/15 )

Tanner is a golden retriever who was born blind and suffers from seizures. Due to the continuous seizures during the night, his family decided to move him to a hospital for animals of Tulsa, Oklahoma, where he would almost surely be euthanized. Everything changed in his life when Blair appeared. Blair was a frightened dog which had been at the clinic for more than a year, after someone shot him.
 
 As soon as the two had the opportunity to meet in the garden of the clinic, something magical emerged between them and they quickly established a good friendship. As incredible as it may seem Tanner's epileptic seizures decreased from having them every night to once or twice per month. On the other hand Blair appears to be less anxious and scared, since
she takes care of her blind friend.
 
 Blair has become the friend and guide dog to
Tanner, who is on a short leash.
 
 They both need to be adopted together, they need each other, they are in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
 9360 S. Union Ave, Ste 100
 Tulsa, OK 74132
 
 Phone: 918-299-1208
 Fax: 877-840-1603
 Email: Woodland West Animal Hospital

Impound  # A4462466
Impound Date: 7/14/2012
Sex: Male
Primary Breed: TERRIER
Age:10 Years and 0 Months
Location: DOWNEY 
Cage No. D710
9777 Seaaca Street
Downey
562-803-3301

Arlington, Texas - ABSOLUTELY ADORABLE DEAF PUPPY ON URGENT LIST DUE TO DEAFNESS
DECLAN DH 409D ID#16575303

UNALTERED JUVENILE MALE TERRIER/PIT BULL MIX, 9 LBS. EXPECTED ADULT SIZE: MEDIUM TO LARGE

ACO PICKUP / PUBLIC DROP OFF FOUND AT HELEN WESSLER PARK INTAKE DATE: 6/26/12 DATE AVAILABLE 6/29/12 at 3:46 PM

PAAS volunteers worked with this little one this weekend and it was discovered that he is DEAF! He is a really sweetie who just needs to be taught hand signals and how life is to be deaf. Please open your heart and home to this special needs canine!! He is now on the urgent list due to his inability to hear. 

TO ADOPT: PLEASE VISIT Arlington Animal Services, 1000 SE Green Oaks, Arlington, Texas 76018 Shelter hours: Weekdays (10-6 ), Saturdays (10-4). Closed Sundays.

Dog Adoption Fee: $50 ( Includes Sterilization, Core Vaccinations, Rabies, Worming, HW Test, Micro-Chip and 30 Days Pet Insurance )

AAS-Approved Rescue Groups with a 501c3 may rescue animals on the euthanasia list without cost.

DO NOT POST PETS TO CRAIG's LIST! POSTINGS WILL BE REMOVED! PLEDGES MAY NOT BE USED TOWARDS ADOPTION FEES.

http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=
403047636398637&set=a.269927813
043954.59426.234124973290905&type=
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I JUST SAW THIS POOR OLD GIRL'S PHOTO ON THE EAST VALLEY SHELTER WEBSITE. I don't know anything about her except that she is 12 YEARS OLD and SPAYED. I will check on her ASAP. Please share for a home for this sad senior LAB. My heart is breaking just looking at her sweet white face. 

I received a call yesterday by a lady I work with. She was in tears telling me that a family moved and left their dogs behind with no food or water, no electricity, and that they were in bad condition. We went up to the property and found 2 dogs hiding in a bedroom under a bed. We have a very temporary safe place for these dogs. I have till the end of today to find them a safe place. I took them both to the vet and they are underweight and both are HW Negative. I am certain the 2 yr old boxer will have no problems finding a home, but this 8 yr old ( guess by the vet ) mixed breed has leg deformities and will need a special placement for him. He is super sweet, but needs a home with soft surfaces. He is house broken and just needs a dog bed, lap and love. Thank you! Please share and contact me at K9sCount@aol.com  if you can help this little black dog.

This is SAILOR a1444066 bc ward with injured leg. This tiny 3 months pomeranian mix and the cutest thing! Please network. No exposure to public!

NJ: The 3-legged Pibble on the left needs a foster/adopter NOW or he will be PTS. I would consider it a personal favor if anyone can help place him. You can view all of the pertinent info by viewing this PDF:

EXTREMELY URGENT!!!!!
SENIOR POM ALERT
This little girl needs out of the shelter ASAP!
They wont keep her too much longer!
Direct line to the shelter is 818-756-9323
SUE - ID A1313802

I have been at the shelter since May 31, 2012.

THIS LITTLE GIRL CAN'T WALK!!!

SHE IS IN ISO WHERE NO ONE CAN SEE HER.
DUE OUT 5-31. Pull needed. Needs out ASAP
from Lancaster.
Please contact the Poppy Foundation at:

http://animalcare.lacounty.gov/LostFound
Details.asp?AnimalID=A4434397

Missy

QUINCY, MICHIGAN - This blind girl is destined for the GAS CHAMBER, if her family doesn't claim her by 6/14. Please NETWORK, far and wide! (Note: I am not the contact. I am merely posting this for others to share.) Here's the pertinent info:

DOG ID #: 12-6871-2
 Sex: Female
 Age: Adult
 Breed: Lab

Arrival: Thursday, 06/07/2012
 Release: Thursday, 06/14/2012
 Viewable on web until: Monday, June 18, 2012
( That date can change at any time!!!! )

Location Found: E Sterling Road / Scipio Twp - Hillsdale County

Description: Red Collar
NO TAGS
Weighs: 57 lbs.

Branch County Animal Control
 168 S Ray-Quincy Road
 Quincy, MI 49082

Hours: Mon & Fri 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
 Tue, Wed & Thur 9:00 am to 4:30 pm

Phone: 517-639-3210
Machine does not take messages.
 Fax: 517-639-3640

Website:
http://www.co.branch.mi.us/dept.taf?dept_id=134

Listed Dogs:
http://www.co.branch.mi.us/animal.taf?species=dog

Sam

This is Sam, he is the sweetest little boy. He weighs 25 lbs. He was surrendered by his owner on 5/18/12 because they could not afford him.

 ID #: A16229502

Loc: L-!

Age: 1 year old

Breed: Terrier mix

Color: Brown w/White

Lincoln County Animal Services

Contact: Lisa Douglas: ldouglas@lincolncounty.org

This little guy has until Monday, June 11^th, so if anyone can take him. Let me know ASAP.

This sweet little girl was picked up as a stray but, we did find her owner. The owner has decided that she didn’t want her back. She just stays curled up in her bed all day, she’s getting depressed. She is so sweet and loving. She is a different dog outside. Wags her tail.

Can someone please help this little girl?
I have until Monday, June 11^th, to get her out.

ID #: A16125694

Loc: C-2

Age: 5 years old

Breed: Pitbull

Color: White

Lincoln County Animal Services

Contact: Lisa Douglas: ldouglas@lincolncounty.org

650 John Howell Memorial Drive

Lincolnton, NC 28092

704-736-4125
704-736-4127 (fax)

Lisa A. Douglas

Adoption Coordinator

704-736-4125 (main)

704-736-4133 (direct)

704-736-4127 (fax)

Lincoln County Animal Services

Animal ID # is 24593

 I am a FEMALE, PEN 121 - SHEPHERD.  The shelter thinks I am A SENIOR.  I will be available for adoption starting on 06/04/2012.  FOUND STRAY, LARGE, FRIENDLY!  Call the Shelter for more information.

 770-339-3200.

Gwinnett County Animal Control in
Lawrenceville, GEORGIA.

 White & Brindle Female
 Pitbull
 Approx. 8 months old
 Weight 35.8 pounds
 ID#21301
 Owner Surrender
 “She has skin issues.”
 Deadline 6/12
 Contact Animal Rescue Cross-Posting, June Wilson, and Jennie Cross-Poster, and we will point you in the right direction.

Pull fee: 
$85 ( covers spay surgery and rabies vax ).
$110 with included heartworm test.
501c3 rescues can pull for free 
( does not cover spay ).

PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT ANIMAL CONTROL UNLESS YOU ARE:
1 - AN ADOPTER WHO WILL BE PAYING FOR THE DOG AND PICKING UP THE DOG AT ANIMAL CONTROL YOURSELF ( LOCAL TO CENTRAL FL OR WILLING TO DRIVE THERE ).

~OR~

2 - A RESCUE WHO WANTS TO PULL A DOG AND ALREADY HAS A PLAN FOR TRANSPORTING THE DOG TO YOUR RESCUE.

If you are interested in a dog, please make sure that you have a solid plan in place before having the dog pulled. It is a lot of work / cost for volunteers to pull a dog and transport to vet / airport / boarding / etc., and we just want to make sure that at the end of it, the dog gets the loving home he / she deserves, not taken back to AC because everything wasn't thought through and it has nowhere to go. If you can't help by taking one of these fantastic dogs, you can also pledge to help with money for a rescue that will take them! Pledges help to fund the efforts of rescues who are already cash-strapped, keep in mind rescue is a labor of love, many of us have the credit card bills to prove it! If you want to make a pledge, post it in the thread and I will track it. If the dog gets saved, I will contact all that made offers of support!

LIONEL

A157686 - UNALTERED MALE, TRICOLOR BLACK/TAN HOUND MIX, 12Y -This animal will be available for rescue on 6/5/2012. Lionel was brought in as a stray. He is a humble old soul. He appears blind. He is very sweet and loves attention. He weighs about 40-45lbs. MUST HAVE RESCUE COMMITMENT NO LATER THAN 6/3. He must be out on 6/5.

"Bossy" & "Sissy"

Please meet Boss and Sissy. Boss is a Cattle Dog/Border Collie X and Sissy is a Australian Shepherd/Cattle Dog X. They have quite a heartbreaking story and are in desperate need of finding a forever home or rescue now! PTS date probably very soon as both shelter & kennel are now full! They deserve better than this! It would be nice if they could be rescued together but they can be separated. Please help!!! If you find that you can't help them, please feel free to share and to send their information on to others.

Update 5/19:

Sissy and Boss are great medium dogs and very affectionate. One has glaucoma and the other had an eye injury. Sissy has a lipoma on her leg that needs to come off, but she is already spayed, Boss is still intact. Both appear healthy otherwise. They adapt to new surroundings quickly. Sissy and Boss were just seen by the vet. Sissy sits on her hind legs to beg and they both just eat up attention!! Jan says that they are both loving, affectionate dogs. She is with them three times a week. New photos are shown above. Jan would welcome any inquiries. Please email Jan below for more information!

Update 4/22:

There has been no interest in Boss or Sissy. Please continue to network for them. They CAN be separated! Sissy's eye will eventually need to be removed and she has a tumor on her leg that will also need to be removed. They are not able to take new photos as the camera is broken.

The solid black dog, Boss, is male (not neutered) and the black and white one, Sissy (female, possibly spayed), came from deplorable conditions. They have lived out their lives with a lady who was mentally unstable. They watched as she was dragged from her home by authorities and she has been committed to a home where she can be cared for. There were 8 dogs in all, but Boss and Sissy are old and blind and so confused about what has just happened. Even through all that, they are still sweet and so loving and affectionate. I have never seen more love in two little packages. Please, can anyone out there give these babies a stable indoor home? I can tell that even though they were living in filth, they were fed well and loved. I cannot imagine how their world has now been turned upside down. They are the things movies are made of.

Boss and Sissy are now in boarding in Wallingford, Kentucky, but are URGENT as they cannot be boarded for long as the kennel is full. They have not even had an one accident in their kennel!

These dogs are truly amazing!!

The vet wants to remove one of the eyes on Sissy as it appears ready to rupture and is painful. So she needs to have an eye removal....

I think they could be separated if they have to be, that is better than not getting a home at all. They adore attention so if they were with someone who is with them a lot, they would, I feel, be content.

Contact:

Jan Dacci with STAR Rescue at 606-356-8442
jandacci@roadrunner.com

Gizmo

Gizmo is precious and meek. She's about 8 months old and weighs about 25 lbs. She should weigh much more. She is in very poor condition, she is pitifully thin. She is AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY TO RESCUE. Her tracking number is 16305086. Can someone help this sweet dog? 

IF YOU WANT TO RESCUE AN URGENT DOG AFTER THE SHELTER IS CLOSED CALL THE RESCUE HOTLINE 972-721-3597 AND FOLLOW UP WITH AN EMAIL TO SHELTER STAFF AT:

Irving Shelter Telephone:
972-721-2256 or 972-721-2257
Lost in the DFW area.
By: DFW Shelter Bullies

It is far worse than I could imagine. This little 6.3 lb, emaciated, matted to the bone ( probably under 6 lbs when the mats come off ), little angel has a broken jaw, a bad eye, neurological damage and still she is a trooper. The SOB "didn't allow dogs in his house" and she hasn't been to a groomer in at least a year. She is probably 8+, but it is hard to tell her age because she is not in great shape. I wish I could say she was tilting her head for the camera, but she couldn't hold her head up, likely because of the jaw attack. I will find out more about how much recovery she will have/need. I am just beside myself. Los Angeles, CA. We really need a foster who will care for her for at least 2 months. If you are out there, please let me know. You can email me at:

lhasahappyhomes@aol.com

Partners of Arlington Animal Services (Texas ) PAAS

*URGENT - Severe skin issues some small skin tag like tumors sweet possibly only 4 or 5 yrs old * 

BARNEY
RR1 ID#16224250 

UNALTERED ADULT MALE SHEPHERD MIX

PLEDGES - $505.00

STRAY – ACO PICKUP / DROP OFF

INTAKE DATE: 5/18/12 DATE AVAILABLE 5/25 @ 5:31PM

SWEET BARNEY IS IN NEED OF SOME TLC AND REST. HE WAS BROUGHT TO THE SHELTER IN HOPES HIS FAMILY FINDS HIM. HE HAS TUMORS AND MANGE. CAN SOMEONE TELL HIS FAMILY WHERE HE IS?

TO ADOPT BARNEY:  PLEASE VISIT Arlington Animal Services, 1000 SE Green Oaks, Arlington, Texas 76018. Shelter Hours: Weekdays ( 10-6 ), Saturdays ( 10-4 ). Closed Sundays.

ADOPTION SPECIAL

Dog Adoption Fee: $45 ( Includes Sterilization, Core Vaccinations, Rabies, Worming, HW Test, Micro-Chip and 30 Days Pet Insurance ) DURING SPECIAL, SENIORS ADOPT ONE PET FOR FREE!

AAS-Approved Rescue Groups with a 501c3 may rescue animals on the euthanasia list without cost.

TO RESCUE BARNEY, EMAIL:

lynn.trotter@arlingtontx.gov

or

susan.waits@arlingtontx.gov

DO NOT POST PETS TO CRAIG's LIST!
POSTINGS WILL BE REMOVED!

I know this is a shot in the dark, but I work at the landfill in Murfreesboro & we have an older male ( in tact ) Hound dog roaming the property ( pictures included ). He is beginning to show signs of malnutrition, but is still the most kind & gentle soul. I have contacted a rescue, but they are not in my area. So they have posted him on their web site/Facebook page, but he is still in need of some vet work & we are trying to raise funds. I am feeding him each day, but he needs to be fixed, wormed, & given some flea & tick control. I am not associated w/any rescues, I am just trying to help this dog because he really needs it. Please let me know, I would appreciate any help you can offer, even if it's just adding his picture/story to your web site or something. If you have space available for him, I would be willing to help out in any way I can to get him in ya'lls care. Thank you!"

Taser

They have named him Taser because he was tasered twice by the police. Karen said he is at least 10 years old, he has scars and nics all over his body and ears. He has an abcessed tooth, one eye is swollen due to the infection, both eyes are draining, he is VERY skinny, and most likely has heartworms. He is not good around cats and does not need to be with other dogs. He has been a stray for quite sometime now and has had to fight for every little bit of food that he gets. 

Since Taser has all of these strikes and stipulations against him his chances of an individual or rescue knowing about him or even wanting him are VERY slim. He needs A LOT of TLC, a dental, healthy food, TLC, LOVE, food, TLC, and TLC. ;) I hate knowing all that he has been through and not ever knowing a kind person or a feeling that sense of belonging and love. Who knows when the last time he felt that way if ever. 

I am writing this email to everyone BEGGING, to help him. He needs a rescue that can pull him and give him the care and love that he deserves before he leaves this earth. I would take him myself but we just took 9 Pit Bulls as previously mentioned and this guy really needs our help! I have started a chip in to try to raise money for his dental if a legit rescue can take him and give him a home life of a spoiled rotten loved dog for the next 6 months to a year of his life. He may not even live that long. But something would be better than nothing. Chip in link:

http://lblrescue.chipin.com/tasers-dentalmeds-and-hw-test

PLEASE, time is of the essence with him, when they run out of space at the shetler, as much as Karen doesn't want to put him down, he will have to be euthanized. Please don't let this sweet soul leave this earth without feeling like he was loved and part of a family. It breaks my heart that he may die without ever knowing love or having a sense of belonging.

PLEASE call me ASAP if you can take him. He needs to be in a foster home, not a facility, and a home without other animals. I know this is a lot to ask for, but surely someone knows someone who can give this sweet boy the rest of his short life that he deserves. Below is a message from Karen the director of the shelter about him.

Thank you for all that you do to help the animals! Please crosspost far and wide if you cannot help. 

Where: Clarksville TN
Contact: Laura Alexander
931-572-7007
lblrescue@hotmail.com
Dogs Name: Taser
Age: 10+

Disposition: Very friendly with people, no other dogs or cats. Transportation available, probably pilots n paws
Dental treatment and heartworm test available-can have his done before he is transported ( trying to raise funds for with the chip in link )
Chip in link: 

Laura Alexander, Director 
931-572-7007
Lost But Loved Animal Rescue
www.lblrescue.com

"An animal's eyes have the power to speak a great language"

TASER is 10 + year old Pit Bull Terrier male. He was running at large one evening - and got into a fight with another dog, a Police Officer Tased him twice - and then Animal Control was called. 

TASER has obviously had a really tough life. Most likely living out on his own for years with no regular food, shelter, or vet care. There's no telling how many people have seen Taser over the years and never helped him or called to have him rescued.

TASER is a sweet, good natured, slow moving boy. He doesn't mind the leash at all - which is surprising. He's friendly with everyone. TASER cannot be trusted around cats - at all. He would rather not be around ANY other dogs. You can tell he's had to fight for every morsel of food he's ever gotten...so sad.

TASER has a lot of scars on his body. They are NOT consistent with fighting - but with running through brambles and living outside. He's got goop y eyes - which appear to be from an infection in his sinuses. His teeth are broken, worn down, and some are missing. He may have a an abscess or gum infection I'm not sure. His right ear was obviously ripped nearly off at one point - and it's healed - but it's merely a flap - not an ear. Both ears have been infected for awhile and are dirty and crusty. He has huge jowls and he smiles! He loves to be talked to and he loves food! 

TASER may not be around long. It sure would be nice if he could find a place to live out his last few months or even a year. If he could know some love and some time with regular food and little stress - would be such a blessing for this beat up old guy.

My best -

Goldberg was scheduled to go to a rescue but that fell through, he is looking desperately for a forever home... please share, crosspost and help this guy find the home he deserves he is only about 1-2 years old and is great with children and other dogs. Goldberg is from Dillon South Carolina. contact wherehopelives@gmail.com
http://wherehopelives.chipin.com/goldberg

Rudy

Today we are featuring our special needs friend, Rudy!!! Hello Rudy!!!

Julie Rohrer ( mom )
Rudy is a rottweiler who was born with a genetic defect. He just had his 2nd surgery to help him walk like a normal dog. See his FB page "Rottweiler In Need." Donations toward his surgery and care can be made to Wisconsin Rottweiler Rescue.

DEATH ROW GASSING SHELTER
Vance County, NC
Immediate Rescues Needed NOW!

Lucy has survived the unimaginable. Used repeatedly as a breeding dog and then discarded to the streets of Colombia, she was found starving by a good Samaritan, her jaw and nose badly broken. A SFTH adopter and volunteer heard about her plight and arranged for her to fly to NY, where she has been receiving rehabilitation ever since. We had a specialist examine her, and although her facial bones never healed properly, she can eat, drink and has no pain whatsoever, so we decided not to put her through extensive and unnecessary surgery. Anyway, we think she’s beautiful the way she is! Lucy is great with people and she adores small dogs, probably because they remind her of the many puppies she's had over the years. Her foster mom tells us that Lucy is very easy going and low maintenance. The only thing our little couch potato loves more than having a backyard to explore, is having a couch to come back to and nap on! Lucy is spayed 100% healthy, up to date on her shots. Please call Beth at 347-242-0459 you would like to adopt our Special Girl.

Lucy is currently in a wonderful foster home with her trainer in CT, not boarding (that was last year). We're only going to adopt her out to a home in CT, NY, NJ MA or PA. We'd prefer to keep her close so the person or family will be able to visit her a couple of times so they can get to know her and Lucy can get to know them. We'd like to adopt her out as the only dog or to someone pit savvy with a well balanced small dog. And we would love for Lucy to have an enclosed backyard which she has now and LOVES!

2478 ( 11/5 )'s Story... 2478 was picked up as a stray. He is mostly blind. It is believed that he can see lights and shadows but is definitely blind otherwise. I believe he may have more husky in his blood than chow. 2478 is available for adoption on 11/5 and rescue on 11/6. Act quickly to adopt 2478 (11/5). Pets at this shelter may be held for only a short time.

Regarding transports: We have transport coordinator / driver assistance to northeastern states. So if you are north or east of WV, we can transport closer to you. If you are west or south of WV, you will need to make your own transport arrangements. For long distance, try PilotsNPaws or Pet Airways.

Rescues: If you would like to rescue from our shelter, please submit our rescue application ( link above ). Once approved, you can respond to alerts and offer to pull dogs/order vetting. Vetting must be paid for directly to our vet on or before the day of vetting. Spay/neuter is mandatory/health permitting. We provide vet contact info once you confirm a dog/cat. We have a rescue building where we can house dogs for up to 2 weeks (at no charge) after they are vetted while transport is arranged. We are PA licensed to work with PA-based rescues.

Sponsors: Sponsorships are welcome and greatly appreciated but they do not guarantee the safety of an urgent animal if that animal does not have a rescue commitment. They do tend to increase the likelihood that a dog will be chosen by a rescue though! Please email us to inquire if you are interested in sponsoring a dog or cat.

Adopters: Please email us to request an adoption application. If you live near our shelter, please visit in person to adopt. Long distance adopters must work with one of our pre-screened rescues local to you in order to adopt. Most of our rescue contacts are in northeastern states.

Today TAF was called by Diane, the shelter manager at the Animal Welfare League’s Wabash facility, about a severely burned dog who had been used as bait. The blood soaked puppy was found walking down the street by police in the Englewood area of Chicago. Bridgid, from Project Rescue Chicago, went down to AWL and picked up the puppy, taking him straight to our vet at Animal Care Center of Chicago.

Bridgid sent me photos of a 2-3 month old puppy as soon as she met him. When I received the photos my eyes welled up with tears and anger filled my heart. I’m quite honestly so sick of receiving abuse cases day in and day out with no end in sight. Some friends of mine say people are afraid of me because I’m too direct, “bitchy,” and at times a bit anti-social. Well…this is why. You can’t help but have your personality tainted when you deal with the end result of horrific acts of cruelty all the time. Sometimes it is just too much.

This puppy was, without a doubt, used as a bait dog. He has bite wounds all over his body. However, these wounds are the least of his worries. His face was burned either by an accelerant/fire combo or some other chemical. As of tonight Dr Hartwig has stabilized the puppy. The puppy is on IV fluids, the highest level of pain medication possible and antibiotics. Once hydrated, the puppy will be heavily sedated and his dead flesh and scabs cut away from his healthy skin. The puppy will be hospitalized in isolation for at least 10 days. This will allow the vet staff to monitor his overall health as well as observe him for symptoms of parvo. Until then, we will make sure he is as comfortable as possible. When we left him this evening, puppy was curled up on a comfy blanket, resting peacefully.

Please say a prayer for our little puppy, that his pain is eased and he makes it through the coming days.

EMERGENCY! Dog shot, has fractures and dislocation of front leg, shelter vet will have to amputate if rescue not found by Friday!

Crip was brought in as a stray by animal control to the Vance County Animal Shelter ( gassing / heartstick facility ) in North Carolina, late on Wednesday.  He was immediately taken by a volunteer to the local vet clinic where it was determined he had been shot and has a leg fracture & possible dislocation of the right front leg.  He is unable to bear any weight and is in a lot of pain.  The shelter vet will be forced to amputate if Crip does not go to rescue tomorrow on our scheduled transport.  Crip needs an orthopedic specialist to determine if his leg can be saved; no specialist is available in the area.

This boy deserves every possible chance of fully recovering from this heinous act, please help us find rescue for him as well as raise sponsorship to help rescue with some of the costs involved.

PLEASE SAVE CRIP!  If you cannot rescue but want to donate towards his treatment, please donate via his chip-in here:

Crip ( now Trooper - great name! ) was transported to a vet in VA yesterday, his leg very swollen and he was in so much pain & agony, he couldn't even get up.  We are awaiting an update.  His leg is so infected from the bullet wounds that he is being given massive doses of antibiotics to combat the infection before determining if his leg can be saved.  He still needs rescue but we had to get him out of the shelter & into a medical facility where he could be evaluated orthopedically.  In the meantime we are still raising funds to cover his extensive medical bills if you could pass along his chip-in, that would be super! http://midd1emutts.chipin.com/vance-crip-fractured-leg

401-438-8150.

We are proud to announce that "The Lexus Project, Legal Defense for Greyhounds" has been reborn as "The Lexus Project, Legal Defense for All Breeds". The greatness of a nation and it's moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated. ( Mahatma Gandhi )

The Lexus project was founded in 2009 after a high prey greyhound named Lexus was declared a vicious dog. Lexus sat on death row in a Rhode Island kill shelter waiting to be put down. Robin Mittasch read her story and asked her husband Richard Rosenthal, an attorney to motion for her release.

The Lexus project is now a law firm for dogs. They provide legal defense on a case by case basis for dogs they believe are improperly or unfairly facing dangerous dog designations or euthanasia.

http://thelexusproject.org/

Can anyone take this Special dog and give him a Forever Home? Everyone wants the perfect dog! Can anyone help this handicapped baby? He's made it this far, he shouldn't have to die now because he looks different. If u can help him, please contact Sherri Starr.

sstarr@etowahcounty.org

Transport is available.
They believe this baby has a cleft pallet

URGENT! Kennel 34, # 571. "Lissa"
Three year Old Female Hound Mix, with case of cherry eye in left eye. Available as of 7/19/12. Located at the Montgomery County Animal Shelter in Mt. Sterling, eastern KY, about 1/2 hour east of Lexington. No pull fees for approved 501c3 rescues. Pull, some transport, vetting and boarding available. Adoption inquiries should be directed to the shelter. Please share with reliable, reputable rescue resources, no Craig's List
or classifieds please. Sponsor funds welcome.

Pottsville, PA - Caruso, Blind Boy Lived in Basement All of His Life in Need of Rescue or Adoption!

This sweet boy is Caruso.  He is at the Hillside SPCA in Pottsville, PA.  Caruso is a Hound/Spaniel mix, who is blind.  He lived in a basement and his owners didn't want him anymore.  They actually wanted him shot.  Poor Caruso's life has not been lived in a loving environment.  The great volunteers at the Hillside SPCA are trying to change that for him. 

A1357692 - Honey is a wistful eleven year old tan one-eyed spayed female Chihuahua who was found wandering the streets of Baldwin Park on July 7th and brought to the Baldwin Park Animal Care Center. Weighing fifteen pounds, this girl is initially cautious when she meets new people but once she gets to know you, she becomes the ultimate lapdog and companion. Good with other dogs, we think she will be best in an adult home due to her blind side. Honey will make a tremendous pet for a senior citizen as well as for an adult living in an apartment.

This baby is blind. She now sits in a high kill shelter and nobody has come to save her, yet. Please, advocate and get her noticed by someone who can give her a good life. Please share with rescues especially special needs rescues...IF YOU CAN HELP HER US HER CONTACT INFO IN HER POST! SHARE SHARE SHARE!!!!

This blind girl has very little activity on her thread, she is breaking my heart. Please share, let's find the person on here who can save her life! Arlington, Texas. Senior spaniel / retriever X blind and missing her family!!!! Please save her!!! Partners of Arlington Animal Services, Texas - Name: Taffy, Very Thin, Blind, Back legs are not working very well RR3 ID #16451272

Senior, unaltered female Spaniel / Retriever Mix, 20 to 40 lbs expected adult size ( medium ).

Taffy was picked up by Animal Control and has now found herself in the Shelter. She is a senior girl and she is blind. She is surely missing her family. If they don't find her, she'll need a new family that will give her lots of love and kisses!

Central Ohio Pomeranian Rescue

Zane is a beautiful pom that was found as a stray. He has a old injury to his left eye and he is blind in that eye but he doesn't let his disability slow him down. Zane is very loving and sweet and loves to give kisses. He is housebroke, leash trained, crate trained, he is not a big barker and loves everyone he has met.

http://animalcare.lacounty.gov/Lost
FoundDetails.asp?AnimalID=A4445907

LA County:
Agoura
Animal Care
Center

This baby - ID#A468896
I am a male.
Brown Dachshund.
My age is unknown.
I have been at the shelter since Jun 12, 2012.
For more information about this animal, call:

Louisville Metro Animal Services at
502-361-1318
Ask for information about
animal ID number A468896

A157683 - UNALTERED MALE, BLACK CHOW CHOW MIX, 8Y -This animal will be available for rescue on 6/5/2012. Leon was brought in as a stray. He was hanging out with Aretha behind a store. He is very sweet and loves attention. He had a grape-fruit sized mass on his rump area, possibly a cyst? He also has some hair loss mostly on his rump area, possibly fleas??? He weighs about 60lbs. He must be out ON 6/5.

URGENT! SARGENT NEEDS DONATIONS AND FOSTER TO RESCUE AND BRING 6 YEAR OLD ENGLISH MASTIFF INTO OUR RESCUE! ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA. HE IS NOT GOOD WITH DOMINANT DOGS OR CATS. HE LOVES ALL PEOPLE INCLUDING CHILDREN!!! OUR RESCUE IS IN ORANGE COUNTY, CA

https://www.facebook.com/KissABullyRescue

Location: Charlotte, NC

Contact: Melissa Shoenthal
( good Samaritan trying to help dogs )

Momma Dog, she really is a very sweet girl, still gives kisses. So for the moment she is safe with my good hearted neighbors, but they can't keep her indefinitely. I bought food for her. I hope you are able to get her on the doggy life line train. I really appreciate your help with this. 

She is very timid but friendly. She is thin. Seems to be good with other dogs. the people who currently have her do not have the funds to feed her and their neighbor is providing food! Age and HW status are unknown.

What a sweetheart! This guy is so great! I would not lie, he's emotionally balanced, so calm & trusting and didn't try to bolt off of the table once! Even when I stepped away and out of view, he remained there, comfortable and happy.

Some nationalities say that having a deformed whatever is a sign of good luck. So I'm going to go with that. This little guy is young, about 1-2 yrs old, around 11 pounds or so, has a very unique paw. Please look through the photos. He holds his paw up when sitting, but can walk on it, not good, but has determination. He was stinky and matted so I gave him a bath and attempted to groom him ( disclaimer I'm not a groomer ) and he was so grateful, he even licked the scissors! I got a lot of affection which made me feel like he felt better. His tail started to wag, he rolled over on his back and was just the best little guy! He is calm, relaxed, liked other dogs who came by for a visit and is a wonderful chap, he's wonderful! He might have allergies ( since he was itchy ) and had no fleas and had itched his rump to where it was discolored, but all of that is treatable and no big deal. His big deal is that he NEEDS A HOME!!! Can we help him? He is in 106 at Baldwin Park Shelter.  Come get some love!!!

626 430-2378.

North Central Los Angeles

BLIND SENIOR has been there 6 WEEKS! SHE IS CONFUSED, WET EVERY NIGHT & PARTIALLY DEAF!

THE MISTERS ARE ON DURING THE DAY TO COOL THE DOGS FROM THE HEAT, BUT AT NIGHT WHEN THE SUN GOES DOWN THIS SWEET OLD LADY IS WET!

SHE WAS SHAKING WHEN I SAW HER. HER CAGE WAS GETTING SHADE AT THE TIME I SAW HER. I DON'T KNOW IF THE SHAKING WAS COLD OR FEAR, BUT SHE SEEMED SO DISORIENTED THAT SHE COULDN'T TELL WHICH WAS THE FRONT OF THE CAGE AND WHERE MY VOICE WAS.

ONLY WHEN I MADE A LOUD NOISE DID SHE LIFT HER HEAD UP SO I COULD GET A DECENT PICTURE, OTHERWISE SHE JUST WANTED TO LICK AND LICK AT HER BACK LEGS, WHICH WERE SOAKING WET!!!

I CANT BELIEVE HOW MANY NIGHTS SHE HAS SPENT COLD, WET AND "LOST"

I WILL TRACK PLEDGES FOR HER. PLEASE PLEDGE SOMETHING, ANYTHING! PLEASE HELP NETWORK HER ANYWHERE YOU CAN THINK. I AM SO SAD FOR HER.

SO FAR WE HAVE $70.00 PLEDGED. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT NORTH CENTRAL IF YOU WANT TO PUT YOUR NAME ON HER RECORD, OR ASK THEM TO PUT HER IN AN INDOOR CAGE WITH A BLANKET, ETC, ETC.

You see how she has walked toward the corner? That's what she does, because she doesn't know which way is forward, where her water bowl is, etc.

Additional Info Coming Soon!

Gregory

THIS GUY WAS FOUND WANDERING THE STREETS OF MIAMI, DEEMED SO AGRESSIVE THEY COULD NOT GET INTO KENNEL TO TREAT HIM!!! He is the sweetest guy ever!! sits, gives paw!! FOSTER NEEDED!!!!! FOSTER OR ADOPTER NEEDED FOR THIS GUY!!! PLEASE CONTACT KELLY

954-650-8027

MYSTIC

MYSTIC is just a baby: 4-5 months Old

She has horrific mange, skin infections, and look at her front feet! From being so malnourished, she has what is called duck feet. She doesn’t have enough strength in her ankles to hold herself up. That is from a poor diet, lack of food, nutrients, etc. This takes time, like mange, to heal. 

Mystic's skin is thickened and like elephant skin. This baby has basically been totally neglected since birth. She will require several months of care, medication and TLC needed to get her better. She is almost as bad as our recent baby Lita, who was thrown from a moving car. 

Paws and Claws has saved so many pups in urgent need of significant medical attention.

Please chip in to Mystic’s medical care – Paws and Claws will need your help to pull her from the shelter and get her medical attention!!! 

To chip in, click here:

http://wherehopeliveshumanesociety.chipin.
com/mystic-horrible-mange-just-a-baby

Buster

Buster is our little neighbor dog - this picture is Buster last year in happier times. Buster is FUNNY ! He loves to visit and play. Last weekend, Buster snuck out of his Dad's and got too close to our neighbors Reservation Bullie Rescues, who picked Buster up, played football with him and dislocated his hip. When Buster is extremely stressed, he will seizure, he had a horrible seizure after the attack, but not one puncture wound! Buster's Dad paid 1,000.00 to have it set, but the hip has come back out. His Dad cannot afford another 1,000.00 and is afraid he will have to put Buster down. I am Looking for Options for Buster! Can we help find him a Rescue, help fund his surgery so his Dad can keep him . . . SOMETHING? This is a good little dog, about 5/6 lbs, potty trained, he chases cats and SMILES ! He does this goofy things with his arms too! He is just a wonderful boy! I had to post this, I cant see him leaving this earth for lack of aid. Could we just take his leg? Please Share !

Please Donate Directly To:
BROOKHAVEN ANIMAL HOSPITAL
714 830 2200

Special needs dog in wheelchair needs a place by 9:00 am today or will be taken to the shelter to be euthanized. He is 2 years old. I can physically go get the dog if someone can give him a home. Located: Los Angeles ( South Bay ) area Contact: Audra Aldridge. rbbrat@hotmail.com.  or 424 241-7564

Manhatten Center - URGENT!!!
Morales A0929888, 
Male, 1year - 6 months, stray

DO NOT CALL and say you are adopting unless you truly intend on physically going to the shelter to adopt the dog. It ties up phones lines and is a waste of the staff's time to explain the adoption procedure over the phone for someone who is purposely not going to show up. They need every free second of their time to answer calls, assist actual adopters, process intakes, and care for the animals. More importantly, they will note the dog’s file that an adopter is en route which will prevent an actual adopter from saving the dog. This is considered a "fake adoption" hold and that is how dogs fall through the cracks and end up being killed.

For more information on adopting, please visit our website: http://www.urgentdeathrowdogs.organd click on “How You Can Help.” There are also helpful links with information on each main album description.

Manhattan 212-722-4939 ( hit 0 for operator, do not leave a message. May need to hit 0 a few times )!!