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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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One week ago our very own Susie Q was crowned QUEEN 👑 at Killuminati Vet-Help Day of The Dog Celebration! Rescue One won $500 to help with cost of vetting all of the animals in our care. We could not have pulled off the win without every single one of your votes! THANK YOU! Huge thank you to our friends with Killuminati for hosting a great event honoring all our beloved dogs.
Here is what Susie Q’s foster said about why she deserved to be Queen.
“Susie Q truly represents resilience and happiness. She was born with a condition called phocomelia which caused her front leg to develop shorter than normal, but she has never let that slow her down. She runs, plays, explores, and lives life just like any other dog. She does not know she is different and she does not act like it either, she just lives her life happy and excited for every day.
Susie Q reminds everyone who meets her that being different does not mean being limited. She is sweet, determined, and full of personality, but she is also absolutely beautiful and she definitely knows it. She loves attention, getting comfortable wherever she goes. She already has Queen energy without even trying.
When she is not running around, she loves treats, laying in the sun with the light hitting her dark onyx fur, and lounging on the couch watching Netflix, like it’s her full time job. Susie would make the perfect Queen because she is strong, happy, resilient, and she lives her life like nothing can slow her down. Plus she already acts like the couch is her throne anyway.”
Ready to add your very own queen to your home? Apply to adopt Susie Q at rescueonespringfield.com 💜
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Expert toy defluffer here—yes, that’s me. I’m Panda, a 4 year old Great Dane mix weighing in at 78 pounds of personality, charm, and just a touch of mischief. I’ll be honest....I am house broken but crates aren’t really my thing. I much prefer being out where I can stretch, relax, and keep an eye on my people. Give me a nice walk, though, and I’m all in—I do great on a leash and enjoy getting out to explore the world by your side. I'm definately a social gal...dogs, cats and kids and great. There’s just something about the attention and energy of children that makes my tail wag extra fast. I’m gentle, loving, and happy to soak up all the affection they’re willing to give. Most of the time, I’m laid back and easygoing, but every now and then I get these fun bursts of energy where my playful side really shines. That’s when my goofy personality comes out in full force. I like to keep things interesting—you know, for everyone involved. Now, about toys… stuffed ones don’t usually survive long with me. I like to think of it as a special talent. I'm also a big fan of bones. I’ve been told I carry myself like royalty sometimes, calm and majestic… but don’t let that fool you. The next minute, I might be bouncing around like a big, happy goof. That balance is kind of my thing. Because I’m a bigger girl, I’d do best with someone who understands large dogs and can give me the space I need to stretch out and be comfortable. A home with a fenced yard would be ideal. I am ready to be your shadow...to go wherever you go and be an active part of what you are doing! If you’re looking for a companion who’s equal parts beauty and personality (and you don't mind a little toy fluff), I might be your perfect match!
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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