I Am An Animal Rescuer

I Am An Animal Rescuer
My job is to assist God's creatures
I was born with the desire to fulfill their needs
I take in helpless, unwanted, homeless creatures without planning or selection
I have bought dog food with my last dime
I have patted a mangy head with a bare hand
I have hugged someone vicious and afraid
I have fallen in love a thousand times
And I have cried into the fur of a lifeless body too many times to count
I have animal friends and friends who have animal friends
I don't often use the word "pet"
I notice those lost at the road side
And my heart aches
I will hand raise a field mouse
And make friends with a vulture
I know of no creature unworthy of my time
I want to live forever if there arent' any animals in Heaven
But I believe there are
Why would God make something so perfect and leave it behind?
Some may think we are master of the animals
But the animals have mastered themselves
Something people still haven't learned
War and abuse make me hurt for the world
But a rescue that makes the news gives me hope for mankind
We are a quite but determined army
And we are making a difference every day
There is nothing more necessary than warming an orphan
Nothing more rewarding than saving a life
No higher recognition than watching them thrive
There is no greater joy than seeing a baby play
Who only days ago, was too weak to eat
By the love of those who I've been privileged to rescue
I have been rescued
I know what true unconditional love really is
For I've seen it shining in the eyes of so many
Grateful for so little
I am an Animal Rescuer
My work is never done
My home is never quiet
My wallet is often empty
But my heart is always full
-Author unknown

Lovely poem

I wanted to share this poem from a blog I read today.
This is what their Vet office sent to them after they lost a pet.
I thought it was sweet.


"Remember me always, but do not grieve for me too long. I have tried always to comfort you in times of sorrow, and have made every effort to add joy to your life. I never wanted to cause you pain. Peace for me is certain now, and I suspect I will have eternal sleep in the earth I have loved so well. Please, after your period of grieving for me, make room in your heart for another. You are the kind of human being that should always have a friend like me to love. Your kind and gentle heart should not be wasted on my memory too long. Give your love to another. I know your new best friend will never take my place, because we had something very special. It may not be quite the same, but a new devoted and loving companion will, in time, become special in their own way. You loved me very much and I loved you. No matter how deep my sleep, my spirit will always be with you". - Author Unknown

For anyone paying attention to our foster list--we have met some wonderful people recently and found great homes for our fosters!
Joanie and all her pups are doing well.
Tova found a great home-she really bloomed while she was here and we miss that pretty girl.
Frisco is still here. Casey takes care of his every need and he's totally fine with him. So the "man" issue is totally fixable. It took less than two weeks. :)

Meet Frisco--our newest foster

Tova is on the left--she's really coming around--someone might even come look at her tomorrow. She's a beautiful little girl!
Frisco is the new boy to the right...he's so timid...just needs a little TLC!

Dear future family,

Hello! My name is Frisco. I've had a pretty rough past but I'm ready to put it behind me and move on with the rest of my life.I was found with my brother in a ditch last summer. The vet thought we were so hungry that we were eating glass because blood was coming out of places it shouldn't have.He says I'm healthy now though!My brother found a home but I sat alone and scared at the shelter. I'm a nice boy but I was so scared of everyone that no one gave me a chance.Finally, a family decided to take me home and I was so excited I couldn't believe it!I lived with them for 5 weeks but the man of the house was upset because I was still so scared of him. They got a new puppy for Christmas and I had to leave. The people at the shelter didn't want to make me come back again so they found me a great foster home! I am a very good boy if you give me a little time. This house has a man too and I didn't go near him for a few days but he was the only one who fed me and took me outside and now I think I can start to trust him. Sometimes I even forget I'm scared and I wag my tail for him. People being nice to me is really new to me, so it takes me some time to warm up. Men are extra scary to me, but if you are patient, I can love anyone who loves me back.There are lots of dogs here and I get along with them really well. There are 3 little girls and I'm really nice to them, they don't scare me and since I have such good manners they like to play with me too. I'm fine with the farm cats here, the horses, chickens and other farm animals. I'm pretty gentle and quiet so you don't have to worry about me causing problems.I'm hoping the New Year brings me a new family, one that will love me and keep me forever. I have so much love to give if you would just give me a chance.

Wags and Kisses,

Frisco

Santa picked up Waggs today

Santa stopped by the house this morning to pick up Waggs. He is on his way to meeting his new family and is upgrading from only 3 girls to 5 girls! What a lucky puppy!
We are pretty lucky too as Santa left us some treats from the kitchen of Mrs. Claus as a thank you for holding on to him. They were very yummy and we were all thankful and have happy tummies :)
We will miss our sweet little man.
Merry Christmas to his new family!

Waggs did not like his bow--we had to make it smaller to keep out of his mouth.

Darned bow.

Whatcha lookin' at Waggs?



Oh, you want a Christmas present too?

This was the dog Waggs did not like when he first came. They actually became great play buddies. That's where we keep all the bibs under the highchair, Waggs favorite spot. It's been destroyed in the play.

New homes for everyone...almost!

Joanie taking her last treat here. It was one that Sassy Bru's family sent for her. Very yummy!

The pups all have homes! Waggs will go on Christmas Eve to his, we are enjoying his last few days here--he is such a sweet boy!

Joanie the momma dog got adopted last night by a wonderfully sweet woman. They seem to have very similar personalities from what I could tell. Both kind and gentle. I hope it works out well--Joanie deserves a great place to call her own!

Today I am taking the newest foster to Petsmart for my first open adoption. I am nervous about having just anyone want to take her..I like to screen my homes a little more...but, we'll see. I doubt she'll get adopted as she is so shy right now--but it'll be good exposure.

Sassy Bru is on her "way home"

My husband just left to meet up with Sassy Bru's new owners who are making a drive from the far side of Colorado to get this little girl.
I know it'll be worth their trip. She is fabulous!
My daughter cried--were sure loved her!

Note added---

Sassy Bru made it safely into the arms of the people who will love her forever.

Casey said they were wonderful people and he was as pleased as he could be that they made such a trip for a little beagle mix.

They also sent along a BEAUTIFUL basket for us and the dogs with really nice stuff in it! It was so very over the top thoughtful--as if they didn't have enough to do driving cross country after a big snowstorm.

Ah, dog people--I love them!

We want our Mommies (and Daddys and siblings)!

Here are some more pics I took today for the families who are waiting to get their pups. We will be sad when they are gone but are beyond happy at the excellent homes they are getting!
I just downloaded all of them despite some being repetitive. When you are waiting for a puppy I imagine you are okay with the same image over and over :)

Sassy Bru and Waggs (Sass has the thicker white stripe down her nose)

Sassy Bru from the side (we didn't crop her ears even though it looks like it in this pic)

Following is the challenge to get a good pic of all three pups.

My girls love sticking them in this basket.



Chumbo is on the left...the only one without a home.

Sassy Bru and Dessa at nap time.

Waggs-he was so comfy I wouldn't let anyone move him.

Chumbo--they love that old beanbag chair.

Black and white for the black and white dogs.

Getting sleepy.

Out

Out, close up.

What a cute tummy!

Wouldn't let the girls bother him...but then I decided to.

Hey, he says

Get this off.

Ah well.

Back to sleep.