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Just now I had a woman reach out to me … she called from an unknown number and I “thought” it was my vet specialist office calling about some records I was waiting on so I made the mistake in answering. YES…. I normally let calls go to my voice mail so I can screen the at least 5 a day calls to take in dogs. Sadly as a foster based rescue we can not take dogs without fosters and currently we are negative -4 in the foster department.
I have a REALLY hard time saying no so I try to screen the calls. So anyway I answer the call and she says another rescue gave her my number ( hummmmmm …. ) she goes on to tell me that her daughter came to stay with her with her not neutered dog and she had an unspayed EIGHT year old dog who had babies 2 weeks ago and needs them all (2 adults 9 pups ) to go immediately since she can’t handle them all ….
When I asked her why weren’t they spay and neutered she said “well does it make a difference now and said can you take them all or not I don’t need a lecture !!?? “ then she told me if I couldn’t take them she’d take them to the shelter or find somewhere to take them.
No this is not an uncommon situation for us in Midsouth rescue - People calling us looking at overwhelmed, emotional, drained and financially strapped rescues to take their self caused burdens. These poor
Poor dogs 😞
I said to send me pics and I would try to find help and she said if I can’t pick them up this weekend what’s the point of sending pics and then she hung up on me. So … now I’m here at my desk CRYING over this momma dog, her 9 two week old pups and the male who didn’t ask to be born and how must they feel in this home (
Or probably outside )
I am sure they know - sense they are unwanted. 😞 I wonder are they being fed properly ? Do they have water ? Do they have shelter - will she dump them on the road - shelters are all full.
I’m here worrying over dogs I haven’t ever met. Never even saw a picture of them. Like my heart is broken.
I lost my personal dog Annie about a month ago at age 10.5 she was abandoned at like 6 weeks old sick and starved and she became and truly was my complete heart dog. Maybe that’s why I am overly emotional now. But I can’t help but feel so much sadness for the dogs that are not wanted. The neglected dogs - who are not only starving for food but for human connectiton and affection.
Those that can’t love,
Properly care for and commit to a dog for life REALLY need to not have pets. They aren’t perfect but neither are we. Love them anyway / help them / be better.
I am praying hard that she has a change of heart. Maybe she decides to do the right thing for the dogs… but sadly I doubt she will.
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I’m so sorry for your own loss, it feels like a part of my heart dies each time we have lost a dog. What you go through emotionally to help these sweet souls seems so hard and so overwhelming, and yet your heart keeps pulling you back. I cannot imagine the number you have saved over the years, and what loving homes they have because of you. Thank you for everything!!
You are in my heart and prayers. Anything I can do to help, please don’t hesitate to ask. I’ll do whatever I can.
I hope she calls back. I would have given my life for my precious canine daughter , my soulmate , to live just a little longer.. :(
I can’t imagine what you and all other rescues Go through on a daily basis, 24 seven 3,65. I can only pray cheer pictures. Donate when I can have my heart goes out to all of you. I just do Rescue on a very tiny scale in my own hometown. I’m so sorry what you go through
I pray this woman gives you a chance to help these poor babies there is a home out there for them I know it! I’m someone who took one of your abandoned orphaned rescue dogs. He has so much love for all of his humans! He brings me joy every single day!
This is the reason I praise you all so much. These stories hurt my heart. I can't imagine being the one dealing with it and the 1000s more like it. Thank God for people like you. I pray the Lord gives you the strength you need today.
I can’t imagine what you have to contend with every day. I have said it before and will continue to shout it out that you are 💯 in my books a true Angel on earth- you are the voice for so so many, unfortunately that gift you have comes at a cost to your own soul/sanity at times- for that my heart aches for you. I can honestly say I understand about the loss of a “heart” dog . I couldn’t breathe or even think straight for so long after - to be able to still keep on keeping on on with the gut wrenching grind of rescue truly shows that I’m a correct you are a Angel on earth. And a true bad ass ❤️ Remember and focus every time you think you just can’t breath .. remember the dogs yiu did save and smile a little .. that’s your fuel to charge your soul and to honor Annie girl. You are amazing ❤️
Heartbreaking indeed! I for the life of me cannot understand why anyone who cannot properly care for a pet would have more than they can handle! And to add insult to injury how in GODS name can ANYONE be so heartless to even consider NOT doing the right thing for these sweet completely innocent souls💔💔💔💔💔💔😢😢😢😢😢🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Humans really are sh*t. We DO NOT deserve these animals..🤬🤬🤬
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Our little heeler mixes are so cute. These are 1/2 of the pups that were being “handed out free” in front of a Walmart in tupelo, Mississippi several weeks ago. They were semi lifeless. Wayyyyyy too young to be apart from their momma skinny and bloated and in a plastic tote panting. Our foster Misty ran up to the store when a passerby frantically posted in a rescue group page out of concern for their health. The man had 14 pups in one tote in horrible shape. Without a real plan Misty did what Misty does and went into action and took them home. They were so hot, covered in their own waste and hungry. Now 3 weeks later they have been dewormed ( several times ) received first shots provided prevention and good food, care and lots of love !! They will be ready for adoption in a couple weeks but we wanted to share how adorable these babies are !!!
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They are the sweetest group. So smart too
What sweet babies. Thank goodness for Misty! 🥰
Misty is absolutely an Angel ❤️
Sweet beautiful Delaney went to see Dr Bishop today for exam, vaccines, spay and heartworm test. What we know now is :
she’s a Great Dane mix
She’s super sweet
She’s about 8 months old
She’s healthy
She’s Heartworm NEGATIVE
Sadly we also discovered she was shot … she has a bullet : or Buck shot in the muscle of her leg. Probably from someone shooting at her to keep her away from their property:(
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She’s beautiful
Oh my gosh…she’s absolutely beautiful
She's gorgeous 😍
Karen Everman Miller
Oh I adore her 😍
Grant Souder I NEED HER
Tracey Reeves check this girl out 🥺
Angie Bird - for anyone who likes Harley.
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Popcorn is exploding with cuteness! He is an adorable little love nugget! Small we think beagle / corgi mix for their current age and size we think will be medium sized ! Packed with sweetness! He will be ready for adoption 9.30 to apply please visit www.StrayNetwork.org #adoptdontshop #fosteringsaveslives #puppiesofinstagram #straynetworkanimalrescue ... See MoreSee Less
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Donna Mroz O'Shaughnessy💙💙
Bridget Gallagher Lawson
YOU SO SWEET💙💙
Respect Bo's ya place de 🫡
Hip PIP hooray !!! Adorable Pip is small in size but super sized in sweetness! Playful affectionate beagle / corgi (?) mix is loads of fun in a little package! She’s 9 weeks old and will be ready for adoption beginning 9/30 to apply to adopt Pip please visit www.StrayNetwork.org #adoptdontshop #fosteringsaveslives #rescuedogsofinstagram #puppiesofinstagram #straynetworkanimalrescue ... See MoreSee Less
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Respect Bo's ya place de 🫡
What ? I can’t EAR you?? Ha ha how incredibly adorable is Pixie!! I can’t even with this girl!?? We think maybe corgi ? Maybe beagle ? They are smaller - longer body - shorter legs - probably medium sized. She’s the cutest! Perfect mix of loving playful and fun! She will be ready for adoption end of September ! To apply visit www.StrayNetwork.org #adoptdontshop #puppiesofinstagram #fosteringsaveslives #straynetworkanimalrescue ... See MoreSee Less
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Beautiful!!! ❤️
SO Sweet❤️
Alexis DeSilva
Omg what a cutie
Ohhhh. Is she up for adoption?
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Bonded brothers Radar & Reilly are available for adoption. We thought they had a home but it didn’t move forward ! They are about 4 months old westie mix maybe? Sweet, affectionate, funny and playful don’t begin to explain how wonderful this duo is. They were rescued from a high kill shelter in Memphis when they were surrendered after being exposed to a toxin. Three of their siblings passed away but these two showed no effects and have done amazing. Super healthy happy pups looking for the perfect forever home. To apply please visit www.straynetwork.org #puppysurvivor #bondedpairdogs #fosteringsaveslives #adoptdontshop #straynetworkanimalrescue ... See MoreSee Less
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They are Adorable!! ❤️❤️
Anyone who would get these fur babies would be so blessed with so much love….❤️ and two are better than one!
Amelia Stockman
Susan Elentrio Mahoney
They’re so adorable!!! Heartbreaking the family backed out. Prayers they find a wonderful family ♥️♥️♥️🙏🙏🙏
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UPDATE !! We were able to get them safely to rescue !! Thank you to the wonderful people who helped us cover it !! The $45 over the $200 for Angela the driver went into the account for the next time! ♥️
📣 TRANSPORT $$$ needed!! 📣
We were able To get this beautiful mom and her TEN pups who were being cared for by finder into Southern Missouri Humane Society after weeks of begging for fosters (😭) and begging other groups to help SMHS finally had a space open. SNAR - provided food to the finder to keep them well fed - first set of vaccines and worming. Now the last part of their journey is transport. We have a driver who will make the 7 hour - to get them in Mississippi to meet the rescue and back - we are paying her $200 to cover gas. If you can assist with any amount to cover the vaccines / food / DRIVER - we would really appreciate it. With donations at an all time low every single dollar helps
You can visit
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Venmo @straynetwork
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Thank you for everything all of you do, so many lives saved, thank you.
Just donated!
✔️ done
Meet Paige! She is not shy about telling you when she’s in need of your attention! But, she either sits off and watches the action or she’s right in the center of play. She eats well, she uses the pee pads (or will at least go right next to them 🤣🤦🏻♀️) and she enjoys a good snuggle if she’s in the mood ❤️ she is a smaller pup will me small to medium - she will be ready for adoption in about a week end of September! To apply to adopt visit www.StrayNetwork.org #adoptdontshop #fosteringsaveslives #straynetworkanimalrescue #rescuedogsofinstagram ... See MoreSee Less
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Rosemarie Masters
Oh that white spot is adorable
Jessica Leigh
She's beautiful
Meet Penelope!! Eeek how adorable!! 🐶 She is super fluffy, loves to play, a voracious eater, loves wrestling her sisters and big stuffed animals 🤣 She’s not as vocal. She loves to be held but can get a little squirmy …and she uses the pee pads! She is a smaller pup will be small to medium - short legged adorable girl! Will be ready end of September next week! To apply please visit www.StrayNetwork.org #puppiesofinstagram #rescuedogsofinstagram #fosteringsaveslives #adoptdontshop #straynetworkanimalrescue ... See MoreSee Less
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So cute ❤️
Another beauty from the P sisters!
Jenna Heckler Kimmelman
William A Miknius!!!!!!
Her name should be Pirate
Rosemarie Masters
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Meet Piper ! She’s super tiny, but she will let you know if she wants something!! She’s very good about eating - she falls asleep in her Foster’s little girls arms constantly - she gets cold easily and enjoys a warm bed and blanket (vs her sister Penelope who does not) and she loves to play, chase balls, etc. She uses the pee pads! Piper will be ready for adoption next week - end of September to apply please visit www.StrayNetwork.org #fosteringsaveslives #adoptdontshop #rescuedogsofinstagram #straynetworkanimalrescue ... See MoreSee Less
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Current view ❤️
I have had the privilege of snuggling with Piper, and she is an absolute love-bug. I’m in love with her.
She's real adorable
Meet Peggy! One of Mississippi Walmart pups. We believe them to be a small to medium mix of beagle maybe? They are smaller for their age. Peggy enjoys being held and often climbs out of the play area and into another just so she can curl up and take a nap 😂 She is very sweet, a good eater, uses the pee pads, and loves to be with her human fosters just resting in their arms ❤️ peggy will be ready for adoption end of September- to apply please visit www.StrayNetwork.org #adoptdontshop #fosteringsaveslives #straynetworkanimalrescue #rescuedogsofinstagram ... See MoreSee Less
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Leggy Peggy! Such a sweet girl!
I hope someone adopts her