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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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There’s something about the name Earl that just sounds like a good story waiting to happen. Maybe it’s because of songs like “Goodbye Earl” by The Chicks—but don’t worry, my story is much sweeter and a lot less dramatic. Mine is about second chances, loud purrs, and finding the perfect lap to rule like a very gentle king. I was born around May 9, 2025, and even though I started life as a stray, you’d never guess it from my personality. I’ve turned out to be one of the sweetest, most easygoing boys you’ll ever meet. I’m tolerant, cuddly, and pretty much happy wherever the love is. Being held is one of my favorite things. Pick me up and I’ll settle right in, perfectly content. That’s why I’d be great with kids—I’m patient, affectionate, and always ready for snuggles. I’m also a social guy....cats, kids and dogs are great! I like to take up as much space as possible, because a handsome fellow like me deserves room to relax. You’ll probably hear me before you see me sometimes—I’ve got a big, loud purr that starts up the moment I’m happy. Now we need to talk about one of my most adorable features: my tail. It’s the cutest little thing ever. Not quite a bobtail, but only about half the length it should be, which just adds to my charm. Think of it as my signature look. From stray beginnings to sweet house cat, I’m ready to write the next chapter of my story—with a family who loves cuddles, playtime, and a boy with a tiny tail and a very big heart. After all… every Earl deserves a castle.
My adoption fee is $75. This fee includes my vaccinations, FIV/FELV testing, de-wormer, spay/neuter, microchip, and flea preventative. Fill out an application at www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/ROS/Cat if you would like to meet me!
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Living life with a little rebellion, a lot of heart, and endless puppy energy—yeah, that’s totally my vibe. I’m Lane, a 14-week-old female Pittie/Shepherd mix, currently weighing about 15 pounds, and I’m expected to grow into a fun, medium-sized dog. I’m a playful, sweet girl who loves being around people and soaking up all the good things puppyhood has to offer.
I’m working on my puppy basics like house training, crate training, and leash skills, and I’m off to a great start. I do well with other dogs, enjoy older kids, and bring happy, bouncy energy wherever I go—kind of like my Stars Hollow namesake. I’m very much in my puppy era: playful, teething, and curious about everything. I did have glaucoma in my right eye, and my pupils are still a little reactive, so my adoption fee is reduced.
I’ll need a family who’s committed to continuing my training, helping me build good habits, and guiding me as I grow. A secure fenced yard is important so I can safely run, play, and burn off my puppy energy. If you’re looking for a loyal, loving pup with a little spunk and a whole lot of heart, I’m ready to be the Lane to your Gilmore Girls story.
My adoption fee is $75 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 application!
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