Monday, May 30, 2011

UPDATE ON ABANDONED BEAGLE BOY & KITTY


On my way to a loving home!

Last week we put out an urgent plea for help for a senior Beagle and his kitty companion. These two had been left out with the trash when their family moved away - but refused to leave their home - waiting day after day for their family to return.

When nobody responded to help these two throw away pets - we struggled with what to do to save them as Tornado warnings were in the air...Our few foster homes were/are overflowing - and the shelter was not an option as these pets lives in "the County" - out of the shelter's jurisdiction.

Thank goodness one person, 6 hours away, heard our plea. One person was all we needed:) Thank goodness for the power of one.

The hero in this story, Hollie, lives in Kentucky. She originally applied to foster for PAWS over a year ago before she realized her geographical distance from us. Instead of fostering - Hollie supported our pups through cross-posting efforts and fundraising. She was key in helping Mandy & Chloe reach their goal for Heartworm treatment.

Hollie has kept in touch over time. We know she has a passion for Beagles - she has fostered several for her local shelter including a litter of pups (brave woman!)

Hollie said it all in her email to us:
I know that I cannot save all the dogs, but I can save this one!!

You sure can and you did Hollie!

With the promise of a safe place for Beagle Boy to go - PAWS volunteer, Leanne, drove to the County and picked him up. She took him home, gave him a much-needed bath - and a bed to take a nap on.

Beagle Boy clean and tired!

A kind neighbor took in his buddy, Miss Kitty, under the agreement that PAWS would pay for the spay and vaccines.

On Saturday - Leanne and Hollie each drove half way to an agreed upon meeting spot where Beagle Boy was transferred to his new mom!

Thank you so much Hollie for saving this boy! Please let us know how he is doing - and equally important - what his new name will be!

As always - kudos to PAWS volunteer, Leanne for doing all of the leg work to get this pup safe from the storms and into a loving home.


Hollie picking up Beagle Boy!

You are such a handsome boy!

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THREE MORE DESERVING DOGS HEAD NORTH!


Bob finally gets his chance!

Another good week in rescue! We had three lucky pups head North this week to rescue.

The most notable to us is BOB!

Bob has been waiting forever for his chance at a new beginning. He has literally grown up in our care. We could not be more excited that has been chosen by our rescue partner.

Jewel and Toni - two Marion Animal Shelter dogs that were fostered by PAWS volunteers through Heartworm treatment - also headed off to rescue.

Kudos to foster parents Terri and Susan for making room where no room existed for these two cuties!


Jewel - another lucky pup rescued from Marion Animal Shelter

Toni - is thrilled to be heading North to her new life!

Please help us to continue saving these forgotten and abandoned pups...we receive no funding and rely 100% on donations from dog lovers such as yourselves.

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All of our rescue dogs are held in private foster homes until they are adopted or rescued. The more foster homes we have - the more dogs we can save!

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Tuesday, May 24, 2011

SENIOR PUP & KITTY PUT OUT WITH THE TRASH - PLEASE HELP!


Senior Beagle thrown out with the trash

No matter how long we work in rescue - rescuers never get used to the way people treat their animals. Dogs and cats are meant to be a part of your family - so when you move - they are supposed to move with you.

Often this is not what happens - and it certainly is not what happened in the case of these two best friends.

We don't know their names - but we do know where they "live" - and we are praying that someone out there reads this post and steps to help either by fostering, adopting or taking these four-legged friends into rescue.

Two weeks ago - the humans that cared for this senior dog and cat moved out of their trailer. They put all of their unwanted belongings outside the home with a big sign that said "Please take for free!"

Amongst their trash and furniture - they left their dog and cat.



The two have been holding vigil outside of the trailer ever since - crying and waiting for their family to return.

Both dog and cat have obviously lived inside up until now - as they keep going to the door to try to get back inside their home.

A kind neighbor has been feeding them (quite well it appears) and giving them some love - but there is no place for these beloved and loyal pets to go. They live in the county - which is not covered by the local shelter. They urgently need a foster, forever home or rescue to take them in.

This is what the neighbor wrote in about this dynamic duo:

Older dog and cat that were put out with the furniture. It makes me cry every time I go over there. I badly need someone to take this dog inside and love him...and possibly the cat he obviously loves and guards.

The dog is appx 25 or 30 lbs. He looks to be a Beagle..long ears very short legs. He has patches of red and spots of red freckles, gray muzzle and very long nails as if he has been kept inside and no one has been there to cut them for awhile. He is SUPER depressed. He waits at the door. This is not an ideal place for an older, depressed, obviously indoor pet! I CAN'T stand leave them there much longer. I say "they" because there is a cat too but i know this is a "dog" page. I cry every day over this. It breaks my heart and I don't know what to do!


If you can foster, adopt, or are with a rescue that would like to help these devoted companions - please call Leanne: 901-489-2470, or email: marionangels@yahoo.com.

You can fill out our foster application by clicking the link below:
http://www.pawsofmarion.org/adoptfosterapplication.html

PLEASE SHARE THIS STORY - THESE COMPANIONS NEED YOUR HELP!


I am a sweet older boy who deserves better.


Please help me find a home - I miss my family

I am precious - I don't want to live outside anymore...

Thank you for caring!

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Sunday, May 22, 2011

THREE DOGS OUT - TWO MORE ARRIVE....


How cute is this face?

As most of you know -it is a never ending cycle around here... Two more homeless pups came into PAWS yesterday.

Meet Luke and Logan! These boys almost did not make it to rescue.

They showed up at one family's door. The family called us for help but sadly did not have the patience to wait for us to pick up the dogs. When a PAWS volunteer went to their home - the family announced that they had dumped the dogs in the middle of nowhere.

Thankfully - we were able to locate "the middle of nowhere" and found these two gorgeous pups running around - scared.

Luke and Logan are approximately 6 months old - maybe a little younger as they only weigh 20-25 lbs. Lack of care can make them appear younger than they really are - as pups do not grow properly without good nutrition. Now that they are in foster care - they will probably grow like weeds!

Lisa and Leanne had to go buy the boys their own swimming pool yesterday as the pups kept going swimming in their water bowl:) Maybe a little Retriever in them?

We are not sure what they are breed-wise - but we know they are ADORABLE! A little shy right now - which is understandable after being abandoned over and over again. They want to be pet - but are still unsure about receiving love.

Stay tuned for updates as we get to know Luke and Logan better. Thank you to Lisa and Leanne for stepping up to foster - once again...


Luke - smiling for the camera

What a ham!

Logan is a little more reserved & curious

Logan also thinks he should live in a pool

Are these two the cutest pups - or what?

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THREE DESERVING DOGS GET THEIR CHANCE!


Sophia isn't worried anymore!

Despite having no room at the inn - PAWS volunteers, Lisa and Leanne could say "no" to fostering these three pups from the Marion Animal Shelter when they were "out of time."

Sadly - mixed breed cuties like these are everywhere in this area - so have little chance of adoption locally as the competition is stiff.

Fortunately for Paw Paw (cannot imagine where that name came from - look at those paws!), Sophia, and Sweetie Pie - They were spoken for by a rescue in New England and headed North to their new lives and loving families on Friday.


Paw Paw (aka Lil Dude) - look at the size of those feet!


Stunning Sophia

Sweetie Pie!

Joining these two on transport North were Jett - a long term resident from the shelter who has been waiting over a year in foster care and Sissy who was pulled at the last minute into foster care from the shelter by her angel - Cara.


Jett's wait paid off!

Sissy on her way to transport

Thank you to all who helped save these pups. Proof that fostering DOES save lives!

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Saturday, May 14, 2011

ANOTHER GLAMOUR SHOT OF A PAWS ALUMNI!


Oxford - Looking GORGEOUS!

Oxford just keeps getting better and better with age! This sweet senior waited for a very long time for his chance to shine. Finally, last February - Oxford headed to New England to find his forever home.

Here is the update from his foster mom in New England:

He loves his comfy bed!!! He went right to it. I set his blanket he came with on it and he settled right in. Then shortly after one of our cats came in and curled up right next to him!! He was a bit surprised but they slept curled next to each other all night!! It was the cutest!

He has not barked or howled once! He will sit by the door if he wants some outdoor time, and he seems to prefer 40+ degrees - he is, after all, a southern boy at heart! He likes to get business done quickly if it is colder than that. He likes hanging out with the dogs and cats in his foster home - he is one happy guy!

Check out the video his rescue had put together for him! From a scruffy looking pup to distinguished gentleman! We cannot get over how handsome he looks!

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NEW BEGINNING FOR MISS MOLLY


Sheila (aka Snowball) & Molly taking a nap

After a few months in foster care - Miss Molly is on her way to a new beginning. She left on transport this week - headed to New England where she has an adoptive home waiting for her!

Miss Molly enjoyed her time in her foster home and became best buddies with PAWS Alumni, Sheila (formerly Snowball.) They will miss their naps, walks and swims together - but we know that Molly is going onto become a beloved family member.

Her departure bring emotions of sadness and hope - as although we will miss her - one dog adopted means another one can be saved.

A big "Thank you" to Steve and Sheila for sharing your home and love with Molly!

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