In rescue work, we live for the “happily ever after.” The adoption updates with big smiles, couch cuddles, and dogs finally sleeping soundly in a home of their own. Those photos and messages are what keep us going through the long days, the heartbreak, the endless need.
In the world today, life passes us so fast. In the world of rescue, we get so tied up in saving animals, always making sure that once they reach our rescue, they will be safe. We work hard to get them ready for a forever home. We go and go 24/7 in helping animals in our care. Many people think that if the owner of a rescue should pass away, that the rescue will just keep going. That is far from the truth.
Did you know that just like fine wine, Labradors get even better with age? That’s right! Each year of aging makes Labradors more and more mellow, cuddly, and even smarter! Here at Labrador Retriever Rescue of Fresno (LRRF), we frequently receive requests from community members who would like to adopt puppies, and while puppies are amazing, we would like to encourage potential adopters not to overlook our seniors.
We at KRL are always on the lookout for businesses that are unique, and Coffein Coffee Co. in Clovis fits that bill perfectly. Interviewing them during Halloween month also felt like a perfect fit—from their coffin shaped coffee bags (which can be packaged in a tiny little coffin), to their interest in bat rescue—what could be better!
Ryan, a Schipperke, lost his home, along with his friend, Cody, when his human died. He is approximately seven or eight years old and has spent his entire life with his friend Cody, a Westie. Since there was no one to step in and take the dogs, they are both now with Lone Star Westie Rescue.
Sometimes it takes a couple of tries to find your place in the world, and whether you walk on two legs or four, we all want the same thing––a place to call home. When two rattie brothers made their way to Rattie Ratz Rescue, a home of their own is exactly what they needed. The boys were surrendered to the rescue (along with their four young brothers) in December 2023 where they briefly enjoyed the names Grinch and Kevin.
Zubie was rescued from CCSPCA as a very young kitten––about 1 month old. He had a sister that was sick as well that sadly didn't make it. At the time I rescued Zubie from CCSPCA, many cats were coming out of this shelter very sick. It was a challenge to get them well again. It became overwhelming as my vet and I tried to save them. So many too sick to save and it is heart breaking to lose that battle.
The Cat House on the Kings is one of the biggest cat rescues I have ever seen. They save so many cats each year that it’s amazing! But of course, all of that takes money. So this Halloween season they are having a big fun Halloween fundraiser called the Night Meow Before Christmas. I chatted with Cat House volunteer Heather Garvey, and Beth Caffrey, Cat House Donor, Media, Volunteer Relations, to learn more about this awesome and important event!
Cody and his best friend, Ryan, lost their home when their owner died. There were no family members willing to take them, so they were handed over to Lone Star Westie Rescue. Cody, at thirteen years old, is a happy, easy-going Westie. He is up to date on his vaccines, and has been neutered. He has no health issues.
BOO! It's that time of year again, peeps, when ghosts and goblins creep out of hiding, and lurk in dark corners just waiting to pop out. Having said that, it's my very favorite time of year. Not only because the weather starts cooling down, but because the sky changes colors, and you can feel the mood shift overnight.
