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.
Local Fundraisers
Join us at one of our community fundraising events and help support Rescue One!
Help us save lives.
Every dog deserves
a safe home.
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
Grab my leash and let's go for a run...I'm ready to be your personal trainer! I'm Palmer! I'm a 5 month old, 22 pound terrier mix with enough energy to keep us both in shape. If you're looking for a jogging buddy, hiking partner, or adventure sidekick, I'm your girl! I'm fearless, confident, and always ready for whatever fun comes next. When I'm not burning off my zoomies, I'm all about the cuddles. My favorite place to recharge is curled up on the couch with my head resting in your lap. I love treats, belly rubs, and soaking up all the affection you have to give and I promise to return it tenfold. I'm house trained, crate trained, and working hard on my leash manners. I'm a quick learner and just need a family that's willing to teach me what's allowed and what isn't. With a little guidance and consistency, I'll make you proud! I'm great with other dogs and older kids, and honestly, I love everyone I meet. I do need a home with a securely fenced yard because I'm incredibly agileI can jump and climb like a little athlete! I love being where the action is and never want to miss out on the fun. My perfect family is active, adventurous, and ready to include me in their daily life. Whether we're hitting the trails, going for a run, or snuggling on the couch afterward, I'll be happiest right by your side.
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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WOW. We are absolutely blown away.
To everyone who donated incredible items, volunteered countless hours, lent us tables and racks, shared our posts, and came out to shop for animals in need, THANK YOU. Because of our amazing village, we are thrilled to announce that together we raised $41,624!
This simply would not have been possible without each and every one of you and your support will directly impact the lives of so many homeless pets in our community!
A very special thank you to The Wooten Company for generously allowing us to use their amazing space and helping make this event possible. We could not have done it without you!
Also, thank you to Great Southern Bank for letting us use 40 tables!
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for believing in our mission and showing up for the animals. We are incredibly grateful. ❤️
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