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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.
Rescue One on Facebook
Hey there! I'm Hachi. I am a 1 and 1/2-year-old, 80-pound, Akita gentleman, and I am hoping to find a new forever family SOON.
My breed is known for deep loyalty, quiet strength, and independence, and I would say those qualities describe me pretty well. I am the kind of dog who will wait at the door when you're late, follow you room to room, and love you with the kind of loyalty that stories are written about. Because Akitas don't just love, they devote.
I get along with other dogs, and with kids of all ages. I like to chase cats so I need a feline free home . I am working on my house training skills and with patience and training should have it down in no time. I do not like being in a crate, I am smart and playful, and affectionate. I love to lean into my person and bury my head in their chest for a big hug! My forever home needs to have a privacy fenced yard for me to run and play in. A family with experience with my Huskies or Akitas would be a big plus. I would love to be taken on adventures to dog friendly places whenever possible. If you would like to meet me and see if I'm a good fit for your family, click the link and fill out an application!
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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Angel is a very special girl! 💜🐾 Everyone needs an Angel in their life!! 💜
Angel has been waiting for her forever home, and she's ready for someone to give her the love and patience she deserves! This sweet 2-year-old Frenchie/Terrier mix has an adorable overbite, a gentle personality, and a playful side that will keep you smiling. 🥰
Angel is house-trained, crate-trained, knows her commands, and loves playing fetch, chasing balls, and enjoying backyard zoomies! She gets along wonderfully with dogs and cats and would do best with older kids (12+) and an active family who enjoys outdoor fun.
She'll need a secure privacy-fenced yard and would love a confident, playful canine companion to help her feel right at home.
💜 Adoption Fee: $150
Angel has been waiting since January 2025. Let's help make her next chapter the one she's been dreaming of!
📲 Scan the QR code on her flyer through @Rescue One to apply to adopt Angel!
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With the looks of a little black bear cub and the soul of a wild wanderer, I’m ready to discover what it means to finally call somewhere home! My name is Moonshine and I’m an 4 year old Chow Chow gentleman weighing 45 pounds, with a gorgeous, dense black coat as dark as a moonless night. I may look like a cuddly teddy bear, but I’m an independent guy who likes to take life at my own pace. After spending years on the run, I’ve finally been rescued, and I’m just beginning to learn about the comforts of indoor living. Having a safe place to rest, kind people around me, and a predictable routine are all new experiences that I’m learning to enjoy.
I’m a laid-back, somewhat aloof fellow who isn’t going to rush into a relationship just because you ask. I need patient people who understand that trust takes time and that the best friendships are built on respect. I get along with dogs around my size and do best with older kids who understand how to give me space. I’m still working on my house, crate, and leash training, and I’ll need a family willing to help me continue learning about the world beyond my old roaming days. A secure privacy fence is an absolute must for me, along with a loving home committed to helping me settle in and feel safe. I’ll also need continued training and socialization at a pace that makes me comfortable. My beautiful, thick double coat will need regular brushing to keep me looking like the handsome little bear I am and to prevent mats from forming. I may not be the kind of guy who jumps into your lap on day one, but I have so much potential to blossom with the right person by my side. I’ve spent enough time out in the world on my own. Now, I’m hoping for someone who will show me that home can be a wonderful place to stay. Could you be the patient, loving person who helps this midnight-colored bear cub trade his wandering ways for a safe place to belong?
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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