PERCY - ANOTHER HEARTBREAKER

Percy is a sweet Cattle Dog/Kelpie mix that was found out in the country by a good samaritan. He was starving and suffering from some type of injury - perhaps car related - he could barely walk. When found, Percy was propping himself up by leaning against a fence. He was unable to support himself without it.

The woman who found him began feeding him to see if he would bounce back and called us about a week later, when it appeared that Percy was feeling a little better. Percy has a lot if medical issues that need to be investigated and addressed.

He appears to have a significant visual deficit perhaps caused by a head injury; he has evidence of a head injury based on the old scar/missing hair on forehead; broken pelvis; a bullet in his jaw (old injury) and a pellet in his hip (old injury) and we're not sure what else. Basically the poor dog has survived quite a bit.


After a series of x-rays - the vet felt that the most immediate need for Percy was FHO surgery (Femoral Head Ostectomy) on one of his legs - as he appeared to be in a lot of pain. That surgery was completed successfully on Thursday - Percy is recovering nicely.

So far - Percy's medical expenses are up to $410.00. We have received a $100 donation from his rescuer - which went towards the femural head surgery - but still have $310.00 to pay off. Please consider donating to Percy's medical expenses.


Additionally - Percy is Heartworm positive - and will need to be treated once he has recovered from his leg surgery and neuter (this will likely run around $180) .


Percy gets around well and is now beginning to play (well at least he tries to "herd" his foster parents and bite their pants!). He prances and will even come "running" when you call his name (obviously he cannot run while in recovery). He deserves a chance. Please help us to help him!

MORE HAPPY TAILS FROM WISCONSIN!

This is Sweetie Bear (now Riley) with her new canine sister, Shelby. Here is an update:

"Things are crazy here but good. It was actually hard to get the two of them to sit still for any length of time. Riley would want to come and cuddle every time I would step back for the picture! They get along and things are going great! I am so happy that the other bears (Sweetie's brothers) have found their homes too and hope all the best for Betsy and her baby (Beagle mom and son). Know that every day you are doing something great down there. All the best, Theresa"

Below is a picture of Opie who was pulled from the Marion Animal Shelter during one of the trips from our Rescue Angels in Wisconsin. Opie was adopted by his foster mom. Apparently he likes to sit on her dogs, Rocky and Shadow.



This is Jack (now Tucker), one of several pups who was saved by our Rescue Angels in Wisconsin several months ago. He was one of the "black dogs" that was lucky enough to make it out of a shelter.

"We renamed him Tucker instead of Jack and he took to it immediately. Sorry if my message was misleading at first but trust me you couldn't pry him away from us because we absolutely love having him with us. He is incredibly smart and loves to swim in the kiddie pool we bought him earlier this summer. He weighs about 35 pounds already, eats like a horse, and is growing like a weed. Tomorrow there is a local waterpark in Green Bay that lets dogs in on the last day they're open for summer so we'll see how he likes all of the crazy slides and fountains... Mike, Marie, and Tucker"

UPDATES FROM WISCONSIN: CANDY AND JAX!

Here is an update on Candy, a Rat Terrier mix, who traveled North to Wisconsin back in May and has finally found her forever home:

I fostered her for 3 weeks in my home, she was placed 2 weeks ago with a customer of ours. The owner lives alone, kids are in college, she has a 2 year old Jack-a-poo and felt he needed a playmate, she brings him to daycare by us. I spoke with her last night, Candy is fitting right in, she rules the roost, and Buster follows her around all day. She said Buster not only seems much happier, but isn't bouncing off the walls anymore. Housetraining has gone just fine, no accidents or marking at all in the house." Nita

Here is another update on Jax.

"Jax, the border collie mix is doing SENSATIONAL, he is being fostered by one of our trainers and will be ready to go to a new home by next week. Thanks for bringing him up, what an awesome dog! If I didn't already have my hands full, I would keep him in a heartbeat!" Nita (Nita owns a wonderful dog training facility in Wisconsin).

LONG TERM RESIDENT JOHNNY FINDS HIS WAY HOME...FINALLY!

***This is an update on Johnny:

"Johnny/Roscoe is doing great! VERY eager to please and quickly learning the house rules. Absolutely no problems! Just moved in and made himself at home without the crate and stays behind the dog fence in the breakfast room when we leave home just to be sure. Jumping up is almost under control and walking with a leash is going to be a breeze. Thanks for all the great preparation he received. John" ***

We are so happy that our long-term resident, Johnny, has finally found a place to call home. Johnny had just finished heartworm treatment (thanks again Diana!)and was given the ok to start his new life with John and his son, Scott. Johnny (now named Roscoe) is in great hands and we couldn't be happier! He will soon get to romp and play with other canine friends of the family (John's friends are all animal lovers who frequent the dog park).

Johnny's foster parents, Kevin and Allison, will miss him tremedously, but truly enjoyed taking care of this sweetie! Please save a life and either foster a dog in need or sponsor one :)

BAGEL, THE SURVIVOR, FINDS HER FOREVER HOME

Many of you have followed the story of Bagel - a sweet dog who survived unbelievable damage caused by the human race (read Bagel's story).

A few months ago, Bagel finally was well enough to follow in the pawsteps of many of our dogs - she headed to a rescue group in Maine!

We just received word that Bagel (now "Roxi") has been adopted by a wonderful family! We had to share the below email and pictures of Bagel/Roxi with her new family.

Here's a happy ending that will make you smile - Bagel/Roxi has two human sisters and is so loved by the entire neighborhood that they all participated in giving her a new fitting name - Roxi!

A picture is worth a thousand words:) Thank you to everyone who stepped up to make this dream possible for Bagel.

UPDATE ON MINDY FROM MAINE!

Mindy was another long term PAWS resident. She came to us almost a year ago with her brother, Mork. Mork was sent to rescue several months ago, leaving Mindy behind. Due to lack of socialization during her puppiehood, Mindy has always been skiddish around new people.


Now Mindy has found her chance to shine as well! Mindy left for rescue in Maine a few weeks ago. She is in foster care with another one of our pups (Mollie) pictured below. Here is the first update from her foster family. Doesn't she look happy?


Things are improving with Mindy on a daily basis. She is fully intergrated in our house and gets along with everyone including cat and bird. No interest in chasing small critters - at least for now :) - even though she is very interested in the cat to the point we use the "leave it" command.


We are introducing "newcomers" daily (of course their instructions are to ignore and don't approach) and her reaction is lessening somewhat. She definitely can be intimidating with a powerful bark and approach from the backside of people she doesn't know. So I'm observing and stepping in to let her know that I am in control of thesituation and she does not need to worry. She has been respectful of that.


Mindy is bonding with both of us and trusts us more and more each day. She is approaching us in a non-threatening way, allows us to pet her, and feed her treats. Mindy doesn't seem to be afraid of one gender over the other.


She is still frightened of things going around her neck and I am working on puttingthe lead on without constant backing away. I expect it to take a couple of weeks before she easily accepts a lead and collar/harness. But it's moving forward. I can approach her and put my face next to her's, giveher a hug and rub her belly. She cautious, but accepting.


She will make a good companion for another dog in an adult home. She is learning to bond with people and that we treat her with respect. She wants to be pet and loved, but is cautious. Mindy has of a true ACD nature of being suspicious of newcomers.


We are working on this by asking people to feed her treats when they sit down. She gently accepts treats from everyone. We have not tested her with children and believe that a non-child home would be best for her because she is afraid of sudden, unexpected movements.


Mindy does not have any destructive behaviors and is housebroken.


Sarah and Rob

ANNIE AND BRADY HEAD TO RESCUE!

Two more of our harder-to-place pups headed off to rescue this past weekend! Sweet Annie, who came to us as a stray after recently giving birth to puppies (that were never found). After many months in foster care and being treated for Heartworm disease, Annie is finally on her way to a better life.

Joining Annie on transport was Brady, who came to us bleeding to death, after someone tried to cut off his ears...

Without the support of our sponsors and foster parents, happy endings like these would not be possible. Thank you to everyone who helped these two abandoned dogs find their way to the lives they deserve!

Here are a few pictures taken right before transport. Best of luck to Annie and Brady! We look forward to updates once they settle into their adoptive homes.