For about the past year, I’ve been devoting Sundays to rescue dogs throughout the country. Working with the shelters and rescues listed on PetFinder’s Shelter Center, I’ve chosen one organization from each state and featured one of their adoptable dogs. I have no idea whether or not any of these featured dogs have since been adopted, but I figure the more people who see these dogs, the better odds they have. Although only one of the dogs in my house is a rescue, I feel like I have an obligation to help where I can.
Since I can’t measure the posts in terms of adoption (unless some of you want to write in & tell your adoption stories!), I’d like to know if you are enjoying reading about these rescued dogs. Should I go back through the list of states another time?
I went to a graduation party this evening, and one of the couples at our table has been struggling with their Golden Retriever who has cancer. They have another dog, and are worried about her being lonely, so they’re starting to think about what kind of dog they want to get after Molly goes. Then, we got to talking about the differences between buying a dog from a breeder and adopting one from a shelter.
One of the biggest differences, of course, is price. How much was your doggie in the window?
A few weeks ago, I posted a contest from People Saving Pets, asking you to submit your adoption story for consideration. The contest organizers have whittled the field down to 10 finalists, with the winner receiving a $500 Visa Gift Card and $1,000 to donate to a designated 501 (c)(3) animal welfare organization. Here’s your chance to help choose the winner.
Meet Shin-Soo. I had to pick him this week because Shin-Soo Choo is my favorite player on our red-hot Cleveland Indians team. But I digress. Shin-Soo (the dog, not the baseball player) is a resident of Wisconsin, currently living in a foster home affiliated with Shar Pei Savers rescue in Beloit. Here’s what their website has to say about this beautiful boy.
Meet Tripp! This beautiful boy is a resident of Almost Heaven Golden Retriever Rescue in Capon Bridge, WV. Now quick, before you go digging out a pair of granny glasses and singing the John Denver classic, read below to find out more about Tripp.
Could you use an extra $500? Could your favorite shelter use an extra $1,000? If you win this contest, that’s what you and your shelter would receive!
People Saving Pets is having an online contest where you can submit the story of your pet’s adoption and possibly win prizes for both yourself and your favorite rescue or shelter. The contest, called My Magnificent Adopted Pet Online Contest, is sponsored by PetSmart Charities.
Meet Bjorn! This handsome boy is currently living in foster care in Seattle, Washington, supported by Old Dog Haven. Here’s what their website has to say about this dignified senior.
Meet Ruby! Ruby is currently living in a foster home for Good Dog Rescue in Arlington, VA. Here’s what their website has to say about this 7-year old mixed breed.
Meet Faith! This beautiful baby is being cared for by Good Karma Rescue in Montpelier, VT. Here’s what their website has to say about this little cutie.
