Companion Critters
As an animal is adopted and a foster space opens up, we visit shelters to fill the spot. (Sorry, we do not take in strays directly nor do we accept owner released animals - our sole purpose is to rescue animals from euthanasia in shelters.) In many cases, we are scrambling to choose from those that have been marked for euthanasia for the day. We look for friendly and personable animals that show no signs of aggression. We also have a soft spot for the frightened ones that are traumatized by the shelter experience and just need some TLC to come out of their shells and show their wonderful personalities. Once the selection is made, they are taken to our homes where they are bathed. Each dog is fitted with a new collar and ID tag. Then we are off to the veterinarian for shots, physicals and blood work. All animals are photographed. After a very busy and harrowing day, they are taken to their foster home where they are given a nice dinner and are placed in crates with clean, soft bedding and a new toy (courtesy of our wonderful toy, blanket and comforter donors!) for what is probably the best night of sleep they have had in a very long time.
