Rescue One in the Community
Adoption Events
Come and meet some of our rescued dogs at one of our many adoption events, and find a friend!
Community Involvement
Rescue One assists with free vaccination clinics, spay/neuter assistance, and emergency pet food.
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Rescue Stories
Fiona
Fiona came to us very emaciated after being dumped by Fellows Lake. Despite her starvation, Fiona was a very sweet dog, with a pleasant temperament toward people. Fiona was in no shape to be adopted out, but thanks to the many generous donors who contributed supplies and medical care, she regained her proper weight and we could begin the process of finding her a forever home. Months later she found the perfect home. Finally, she is a happy dog and has a human who loves her.
Harlow
Sweet Harlow was found after being shot point blank in the head. She was rushed to the vet where she had to have surgery to remove her eye and bone fragments from her jaw. She bounced back in no time and found her forever home!
Hervil
Hervil was found in the woods by hikers. He had been shot in the head, so they immediately contacted Rescue One for help. The bullet was lodged in his nasal cavity and had to be surgically removed. After a couple of months of healing, he found a wonderful forever home!
Ingrid
When Ingrid was rescued, she was in terrible shape. She had an injury to her mouth that was very infected, as well as infected ears and skin. She was also over 20 lbs underweight. She appeared to have given up hope. Over the next several months and with aggressive treatment, she began to blossom! While her muzzle is permanently disfigured, she found her forever home and is very loved!
Jetta
Jetta came to Rescue One with 7 other dogs. She was only a couple of months old, and had a terrible injury to her nose and severe mange. She had to have surgery to be able to breathe out of her nose, and it healed wonderfully! Her skin healed as well, and shortly after that she found her forever home!
Lindy
Lindy was spotted by someone driving down the road; they could see her ribs from their car. She had a massive tumor on her back left leg that totally encased her foot. Dr. Katie Loula of Christian County vet clinic removed the 2½ lb. tumor, plus a couple of toes. In no time at all, Lindy was walking around without any issues. The hair has all grown back and you can’t even tell that she’s missing a few toes. She put on 15 pounds on in one month, making those ribs disappear. She was adopted by a family with children and now is living the dream in a suburb of Denver with a family that loves her very much!
Morgan
One of our volunteers shared Morgan’s story. She had been in a shelter in rural Arkansas for over 4 years. After seeing her face, we could not turn away from helping her. Our volunteers drove the 3 hours to get her, and after being in our care for 3 months, she found her forever home!
Topher
Topher was found after being dumped in the trash. His stomach was very enlarged, and several liters of fluid had to be drained from his stomach. He was sent to the MU Vet Hospital where he was diagnosed with Cor Triatriatum Dexter, which is a very rare birth defect. He had corrective surgery and is looking forward to living long and happy life!
Zander
Zander was rescued in Stone County. It would have been impossible to count all of the punctures on his poor body. Some of his teeth had been pulled, which is not uncommon in bait dogs. He also had a fractured scapula and broken ribs. He was hospitalized for over a week and was unable to get up for 5 days. After several months of rest and love, he recovered! He is a wonderful, loving dog.
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Please STOP doing balloon releases. They don’t go to heaven. They fall back to the ground, where animals choke on the pieces or get tangled in the string. Birds, turtles, and other animals often mistake balloon fragments for food, leading to injury or death. There has to be a better way to honor someone without harming other living things.
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Ready to add a little ninja-level energy, brains, and cuteness to your life? Meet Rafael—your new favorite four-legged sidekick. I’m 1 year and 9 months old, 30 pounds of lean, lovable action, and yes—full grown, even though I’ve still got that irresistible puppy look. I’m housebroken, crate trained, and working hard on my leash skills (I’m a fast learner, I just get excited about everything!). I’ve got double dew claws too—ninja extras, obviously. I thrive in a home that gets me. I need exercise like a turtle needs pizza. A fenced yard, daily adventures, and someone who can keep up with my high-energy brain and body is a must. I’m wicked smart and super trainable—when I’m exercised and focused, I’m calm, cuddly, and can even hold a solid sit-stare like a true sensei-in-training. But if I don’t get enough activity? My inner chaos gremlin comes out: I bark, I bounce, I zoom. No cats for me (they’re not part of my ninja squad), but I love having other dog friends to run and play with—it really helps keep my mind and body balanced. New stuff can make me anxious at first, so I might bark or jump when I’m unsure—but give me a little time, be patient, and you’ll see me light up with curiosity and joy. Watching me learn and explore is like watching a kid discover the world for the first time—pure magic. I’m adorable, a little wild, and never boring. If you’re looking for a sidekick who’s sweet, spunky, and totally unforgettable, I’m your guy. ? Let’s go on some epic adventures together.
My adoption fee is $150 and includes my spay/neuter, vaccinations, wellness exam, heartworm test, and microchip! If you're interested in meeting/adopting me, please visit www.rescueonespringfield.com/our-adoption-process/adoption-application/ and fill out the form!
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Hi friends, it’s me… Lucy!
Your resident couch-potato queen and proud long-timer of Rescue One and I heard a very important rumor…
Our Long-Timer Coloring Book only has 8 days left for pre-orders!
And guess what? It features over 50 of us underdogs turned into adorable adult-and-kid-friendly coloring pages with all different difficulty levels. Basically… we look fabulous.
And here’s the best part: All proceeds go toward caring for dogs and cats like me — our boarding, our medications, and our food.
They are only $15! YES… just fifteen bucks for stress relief, a sweet stocking stuffer, and a chance to say, “Hey Lucy… I’ve got your back.”
After pre-orders close, it’ll take about two weeks for Rescue One to get them in, and then they’ll be ready for pickup or shipping. Easy peasy. Oh! And um…Rescue One has 157,000 followers… and our goal is 1,000 books. Sooo… this should be cake, right??
Come on, friends, help pets who need more to survive than just their patience.
Pre-order today at rescueonespringfield.com/product/coloringbook/
Love,
Lucy
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