Bully Breeds

Mar 2023 11

Fresno Bully Rescue: Franny, Cranberry, & Izzy

2023 Articles, Animal Rescue Adventures, Pets

by Terese Shaw

We know it is unfair, but this world, unfortunately, judges books by their covers. That’s an issue Fresno Bully Rescue (FBR) runs up against as a breed specific rescue. FBR rescues predominately bully breed dogs (American Pitbull Terriers, American Bulldogs, American Bullies, etc.). FBR is also one of, if not the only, rescue shelter for these types of dogs in the entire state of California that has a brick and mortar facility and adoption center.

Feb 2021 27

Mell’s Mutts: Atticus

2021 Articles, Animal Rescue Adventures

by Mell Garcia

Meet Atticus. This boy is so popular that he won first place in a local calendar contest, he has his own Instagram page, and he has a huge fan following! What makes the amazing boy stand out is not just his handsome smile, but Atticus had to have one of his legs amputated when he was only three weeks old.

Dec 2019 7

Fresno Bully Rescue: A Home for the Holidays

2019 Articles, Animal Rescue Adventures

by Terese Shaw

’Tis the season for family, celebrations, and finding the perfect Christmas morning gift to set under the tree. Sometimes that big surprise might include bringing home a new pet! Surprising the family with a puppy, wrapped in a big bow Christmas morning, watching the kids run down the stairs and scream with excitement sounds like those Hallmark movies we’ve all come to love - but the story doesn't always end up as perfect as we imagine.

Jun 2018 16

Fresno Bully Rescue: River

2018 Articles, Animal Rescue Adventures

by Terese Shaw

We weren't very clever in naming her; it's where our staff found her, early one morning in February of 2016. When the cute little blue and white female was spotted, she was hanging out on a cliff near the bottom of the San Joaquin River, right down the road from our shelter facility.

Nov 2017 18

Fresno Bully Rescue: Rescuing a Senior

2017 Articles, Animal Rescue Adventures

by Terese Shaw

We hear it frequently, “I want to adopt a puppy, so it can grow up with us.” Puppies are cute and can be molded somewhat, but do have their own personalities. There are many solid reasons to consider an adult as a first choice when you’re ready to add a four-legged member to your family.

Jan 2017 21

Fresno Bully Rescue: New Year New Opportunities to Shine

2017 Articles, Animal Rescue Adventures

by Becky Holly

In rescue we sometimes tend to focus on all of the animals who are not safe, who we cannot help, and the overwhelming number of them needing us. At the end of every year, we find ourselves emotionally and physically exhausted. At Fresno Bully Rescue, we are fortunate to be graced with warm-hearted, volunteers, adopters, and supporters who continually amaze and energize us.

Oct 2015 17

Fresno Bully Rescue: Blue’s Bucket List

2015 Articles, Animal Rescue Adventures

by Karey Wedemeyer

My dog, Blue, died in July of this year. Anyone who has lost a pet understands how very difficult this is. The heartbreak is deep. Your house doesn’t sound the same. Paw-pitter-patter silence is almost unbearable. Toys, blankets, and food dishes are left in place because removing them doesn’t seem right. It’s been a tough time, yet there is also a side of me that feels content and grateful.

Oct 2014 18

Trey…Otherwise Known as Super Cooper Blue

2014 Articles, Animal Rescue Adventures

by Karey Wedemeyer

When the emaciated, badly injured, young Pit Bull arrived at Abby Pet Hospital on September 30, 2013, we could tell that he had a tragic history. He was originally found by a Good Samaritan; he had a horrific leg injury that appeared to be days old by the time he came into our care. We assumed that he had been hit and run over by a car, and then left to roam the streets with a broken and degloved leg.

Oct 2012 6

Fresno Bully Rescue: Making A Difference For Bully Breeds In The Valley

2012 Articles, Helping Hands, Lorie Lewis Ham, Pets

by Lorie Lewis Ham

Often Bully breed dogs, such as Pit Bull Terriers, are tainted with a bad reputation, and in some cities, they are even banned. However, they have a friend and ally in the Valley in Fresno Bully Rescue.