Rescue One in the Community
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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.
Zeke
Rescue One was contacted about a puppy who had been shot in Webster County. At the Emergency Vet Clinic, we learned that he had been shot just below the tail and the bullet had severed his urethra. The next day he was taken to University of Missouri Veterinary Hospital. After a night of tests and consults, we were informed they did not think a repair was possible. The very next day Dr. Nichole Scott at Spring Valley Veterinary Hospital performed a successful Perineal Urethrostomy! Zeke is now adopted and has two kids that adore him!
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15 forever homes were found this week! Congrats everyone and thanks for adopting!
Hi there big scary world. My name is MollyAnna. I am a 3 year old Female Great Pyrenees Mix. I'm a smaller mix at just 70lbs. I am a gentle flower of sorts and still unsure about this Good Life stuff. I have lived a life of loneliness and solitude, outdoors 24/7 without so much as a food bowl, before I was rescued. At first I didn't know if people and their houses were good or bad. Now I know I love people and houses are so warm and cozy! I even like little people, although I prefer to watch them rather than be petted by them. I didn't know what a cat was but quickly learned they are just sweet, fuzzy little purr machines and I like them too! Oh and don't get me started on other dogs! I didn't know other dogs could be friends, but they are! They are great friends! I am a shy, quiet girl that would make you and yours an excellent companion. Point is, almost everything about the Good Life is new to me but I am learning that it is awesome for me! I would love to go to a caring, patient home, preferably with older or no children. I do love my outside time so a doggie door would be great! Those things are also super cool because I am still working on my house training and leash skills. But, I love learning new things and those doggie cookies really motivate me (after I figured out what they were)! Will you be my new warm and safe place? I promise to keep you warm and safe in return!
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! We do adopt out of state with vet references and video home check.
Every 3rd Sunday we ask for donations for our senior dog program - SILVER PAWS GOLDEN HEARTS! 💛 Funds raised through this program will go towards the extra medical care our beloved senior dogs need!
Pictured below is Rosie, one of our hospice dogs. Her future is not certain with her medical conditions so adoption is not really an option for her. In our hospice program, she will stay in her loving foster home while receiving all the love, comfort, and medical care we can provide. If you would like to donate to this program, here is the link https://rescueonespringfield.com/donate/ or you can donate through Facebook. Donations can also be mailed to Rescue One: 1927 E Bennett STE B Springfield, MO 65804. Thank you for helping us help our senior friends!
The puppies dumped in a plastic tub last week seem happy with their Rescue One accommodations. They are such cuties!
*LONG-TIMER ALERT*
Sasha came to Rescue One in September 2017. She is now 4 years old and is a Chow Chow mix weighing in at 46 pounds. She is housebroken and crate trained. She would love an active home as an only pet. She loves to play and snuggle. She is fully vetted and her adoption fee is sponsored to an approved home. Please share and lets find this girl the home she has been waiting so patiently for!
On a cold morning like this, wouldn't it be great to throw on your Rescue One hoodie??!!?? Order yours now at https://rescueonespringfield.com/shop/! Other items available as well!
All proceeds help homeless pets!
