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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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As I turn the page on my life's story, I am ready for a new beginning. I'm Fletcher, a 58 pound, 7 year old Pit Bull Terrier mix who escaped impending euthanasia thanks to Rescue One! I'm a big goofball. I love to play with dogs about my size (I'm kind of afraid of small dog). I’m super gentle when I play—no growling or roughhousing, just some open-mouth play and rolling around. I’ll even join in a game of tug-of-war with toys. I am laid-back and non-reactive, which makes me an easy fella to have around, and I do fine with cats. I’m housebroken, crate-trained, and good on a leash. A couple of my favorite activities are walks and car rides. I would make a great buddy too!
I’m a bit of an escape artist, so if there is a fenced yard it would need to be one with a privacy fence since I’ve been known to jump chain-link fences. I love to show off my trick of shaking with both paws. By the way I am allergic to chicken, and I take a daily allergy pill, but otherwise I am a very healthy guy! I would love to find a family who has another dog and a couple of kids to play with. So, if you’re looking for a sweet, gentle boy with a few special skills, I’m your guy—Fletcher, ready and waiting for my forever home.
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!
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Hello! My name is Chocolate Chip, but you can call me Chip. And just like those morsels you put in cookies, I’m oh so sweet!! I’m a Shepherd mix, 1 year old and about 50 lbs. I had a tough start to life, but my spirit can’t be broken!
Those past issues don't slow me down now! I’m crate trained, potty trained and good on a leash. I even passed puppy obedience class! I’m good with other dogs, and love going to doggy daycare where I play hard all day. I love people, however I will need a home without children, and have spent some time with dog-savvy cats, so I think I'd be okay with them - although chasing might happen.
I’m mostly quiet, but true to my breed I can bark protectively on my walks or in the home. I’m looking for a family that is committed to helping me live up to my full potential! My perfect family will be active (daily walks, runs, or hikes) and ideally have a fenced in yard. Take a chance on me, Chocolate Chip, and your heart will MELT!
My adoption fee is $75 and includes my 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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My name is Ellie (aka Ellie May) and I am a 2.5 year old, pit bull terrier mix and spirited survivor.I'm already house and crate trained, and I'm working hard on perfecting my leash manners. With my boundless energy, I love nothing more than bouncing around, exploring, and enjoying every moment with my favorite humans. Being outside is where I truly shine—I could spend hours on the deck, soaking in the sights and sounds of the world around me. But when it's time to relax, I'm content to simply observe and be part of the action. I'm a bit of a bouncer, so I might accidentally knock over younger kids in my enthusiasm. I have a natural herding instinct, which means I love to keep an eye on the little ones and make sure they're safe. But don't let my exuberance fool you—I'm incredibly loving and eager to please. I thrive in environments where I have a fenced yard and plenty of space to run. Having another fur friend in my house would be the icing on the cake. With my energy and enthusiasm, I'd be the perfect fit for an active family who can keep up with my playful antics.
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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