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National Capital Area CFC Number 71315 |
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BRETT is looking for a family to share her BIG heart with. She would prefer to be the only dog She is FANTASTIC!! A 5 yr old blind border collie mix, confident, and looking for a companion that will appreciate everything she has to offer.
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  For more information on Chester please email. If you are interested in meeting him, please complete our Adoption Application. |
Name: Chester Age: 8 yrs old Disability: Blind Breed/Weight: Lab mix, petite (a little guy!), approx 40lbs History: Chester was rescued from a chain! After what must have been a life with a family, he found himself alone, outside on a chain. A good samaritan stepped in, talked with the owners, and called us. Chester is an unbelievable eight year old! He has much more energy then other 8 yr olds we've met. He's such a cute little guy, his pictures don't come close to showing his true personality. Chester is very healthy and loves trail walks making sure his nose is always to the ground. His tail never stops wagging, and is a huge wiggle butt when he is really excited. He is good off leash and has good recall. He is very happy to be with his person whether he is riding in the car or curled up on your lap. He will follow you wherever you go and is just as happy to be laying calmly at your feet. He gets along with other dogs, but is very curious with cats. He will not hurt them, but is very interested in them. He has no issues walking on a leash and needs very little guidance. While he sometimes bumps into things, it is very hard to believe this guy is blind because he can see right into your heart. |
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Chester
has an angel in memory of Marty - he will be missed. |
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NO LONGER
AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION
Henry was recently diagnosed with "congestive heart failure"... he is on some medication to help the symptoms and is having the fluid build up removed as required. Henry has always been a very "easy going" guy - so this change in his health is not having much affect on his joy of life or his daily routine - he's still a very "laid back" gentleman. He will remain at PWD - but still needs your heart felt support. Name: Henry History: Henry was a stray in a shelter in Brandywine, MD. He was malnourished, lyme and HW positive, very neglected - but a true survivor to manage on his own. Meet Henry! One of the kindest, sweetest dogs we've had here at the rescue. He really is a "diamond in the ruff" - a happy personality, no temperament issues, enjoying everything life has to offer him. He enjoys being close to you - and will literally hug you. He is also great on a leash - so trusting and confident, happy to be with a faithful friend exploring the world. Henry loves people but does it with a lower energy level. He is content checking out the yard if you're busy, but is ready to go when there is something else to do. Henry is now free of heart worms, has had some eye surgery reducing the pressure and eliminating his pain. Henry is a thoughtful soul and is ready for someone that will appreciate his quiet manner and good nature. He is fine with other dogs, although not a big "play" dog and would do best without cats. |
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Thank you, Sharon Sirkis for being an angel to HENRY Kathleen Comstock is an angel for HENRY - thank you Thank you, Judy Artessa for being an angel to HENRY |
  For more information on Brett please email. If you are interested in meeting her, please complete our Adoption Application. |
Name: Brett History: She was found running along a highway in North Carolina, a good Samaritan stopped and she happily climbed into her truck and slept all the way back to her home! BRETT is our resident border collie mix - which means "she's a very smart girl" - approx 5 yrs old, so is more laid back, but also confident and very connected to people. She is happy to meet anyone, is sweet as they come, and although she gets along with other dogs, she much prefers the company of humans. She is another dog that could go everywhere - as long has her person is with her - she's always ready to take a stroll or go on an adventure. Brett is also a couch cuddler, happy to enjoy the leisurely life if that's preferred by her person. She is anxiously waiting to find her home. Typically, we like to adopt our blind dogs into homes that have sighted dogs - they have a sighted companion and depend on their new friends to help them around the world. Brett would PREFER NOT to have canine companions. She is a very confident blind dog, finding their own way, and CRAVING HUMAN companionship. If you have room in your heart, or know someone looking for a fabulous new friend - please consider meeting Brett. |
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An angel for Brett from Wendy Donoghue, Thank you! |
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 After
a brief foster, Hailey has been adopted by a wonderful couple willing to
work with her disabilities. Hailey is blind and also has some
hearing difficulties. An amazing couple fell in love with Hailey's
infectious energy! They are truly amazed with her ability to understand
her surroundings with the help of her fur friends, 2 great goldens,
who have taken Hailey under their wing. Hailey will have
an active life with her new family, camping and boating on the
Chesapeake! Have fun Hailey and please keep us posted on
your new life!
Name: Hailey We like to adopt our blind dogs into homes that have sighted dogs - they have a sighted companion and depend on their new friends to help them around the world. |
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Thank
you Frank
Spina
for being an angel to Hailey... |
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Name: Howie Age: 4 yrs old Disability: Blind Breed/Weight: Lab/hound mix 25-30 pounds History: Howie landed in the shelter after his person lost their home. Howie is approx 4 yrs old, very laid back dog and very connected to people. He is happy to meet anyone and is as sweet as they come! He came to the rescue and quickly understood the lay of the land - he even navigates stairs without issue. An amazing little guy! Howie is a huge cuddler, so if you are interested in a 30 pound lap dog , this boy is the one for you! He is cute as they come, and will be be great addition to any human and canine family! Howie gets along with other dogs, cats and longs to find his new family. He will be attached to you within minutes! Typically, we like to adopt our blind dogs into homes that have sighted dogs - they have a sighted companion and depend on their new friends to help them around the world. |
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Christmas
came early for our resident Collie mix, Reilly! A very
rescue friendly couple, adopted Reilly. They have rescued many dogs
in need, but this is the first totally blind dog. His new
family fell in love with his pure regal look, and his sweet gentle
personality. Riley, will join a couple of great
rescue dogs, Biscuit, a bishon mix, and a Olive, a dobie mix,
both dogs very friendly and social, and Riley really liked them
both! Reilly's new guardians, have a very flexible
schedule, and 'mom' works from home, what a great life for Riley!
A big thank you to this family for taking the time to come to meet Riley, and welcoming him into your hearts and home. Name: Riley History: Riley was a stray, found around the Baltimore area. RILEY, is our resident collie mix - which means "he is a very gentle, calm, smart boy", kind of like Lassie! He is very laid back, but also confident and very connected to people. He is happy to take his walks around the rescue grounds and is happy to meet anyone. He is as sweet as they come. He is good with other dogs, cats and of course people. This dog has the greatest temperament, not much more to say! A big thank you to Toni Vale, Founder of Freckles for Freedom, Inc an advocacy group that helps, pities, seniors and disabled dogs get out of the shelter and into rescue groups. |
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Riley's Angel - From Bonnie and John Yurga |
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Name: Lucy Age: 2-3 years old Disability: Blind in the right eye from trauma Breed/Weight: Border collie/hound mix 25-30 pounds History: Lucy was a stray and landed in a southern shelter. Lucy is approx 2-3 years old. She is one happy girl with a cute prance and her tail constantly wagging high in there air as if to say thanks! Lucy is adorable with her 4 white paws, white muzzle and chest. She is a smart, independent girl and knows she is finally safe in the fresh air and grass of Maryland. She is very alert, loves to play and run with the other dogs, but will settle quickly and quietly on her bed. She is a great snuggler too. She will make a wonderful companion for a lucky family. Lucy will be having her right eye removed the last week of December to prevent infection. For more information on
Lucy please email. |
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Pole Dancers Love Animals - Lucy's angels Lucy's eye surgery will be $700 and these wonderful ladies all chipped in to help Lucy!! THANK YOU! |
  For more information on Deon please email. If you are interested in meeting her, please complete our Adoption Application. |
Name: Deon History: Deon, was a stray at a rural Virginia Shelter. Deon is FUN FUN FUN and very affectionate. He became a shelter favorite and they were so happy when we accepted him into our program. Deon came into the rescue and was an immediate social butterfly! He has met many new friends and enjoys frolicking with them all. He is fast, very alert, and just a ball of fire. He has added a wonderful spark to PWD. He is an adorable young pup, always looking for action and excitement. Deon's best home would be with an active loving family and a playful hearing buddy or two. Hard fencing is required for Deon. |
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Name: Chuck Age: approx 8 years old Disability: Deaf/ has some visual impairment but can see Breed/Weight: Golden Retriever/Shar Pei Mix - 40 pounds History: Chuck was a stray found by a young college girl. He was walking along a highway in our area and she brought him to one of our local shelters. Meet Chuck our senior teddy bear at the rescue! He is a cool, calm and collected boy. His demands are few: food, a warm bed, a couple of long strolls around the yard and lots of love. He would make a nice, easy companion dog. If you have room in your heart and home to give this neglected pooch some much needed human attention and love for the remainder of his life, please come by and meet him! Chuck, is finally getting the medical attention he so deserves and needed! He is one of the kindest dogs you will encounter.
For more information on
Chuck please email. |
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Name: Grady Age: 4-5 years Disability: Congenital Skull deformity, blind in right eye Breed/Weight: Elkhound, Shepherd, Husky Mix, approx 45lb History: Grady, was a stray at one of our local shelters. This high spirited mutt was most likely born with some sort of skull deformity resulting in the lost of sight in his right eye and a his equilibrium off a bit with his back legs - by no means will Grady ever need a wheelchair. He is a fun and active dog that socializes with all the pups at the rescue. He was a shelter favorite and they were elated when we accepted him into our program. Grady has some separation anxiety, BUT he does settle very quickly and IS not destructive. He would be best in a home with another pal and some carpet or throw rugs on the floors. He is a handsome dog and his facial features makes him even cuter. Please open up your heart to a great dog.
For more information on
Grady please email. |
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 For more information on Abby please email. If you are interested in meeting her, please complete our Adoption Application. |
Name: Abby History: Abby was found on the side of the road after being hit by a car - she was rushed to the vet for surgery. We really thought she would lose one or both back legs. The true survivor that she is.... she is now using all 4 legs and doing well. Besides her physical well being, she is also making great strides in trusting humans probably for the first time in her life. (During her examination, the vet discovered several bb pellets in her body, she was obviously used for target practice, too). She is happily wagging her tail when she sees us, knowing we are here to help her, not hurt her. Abby is in foster care in Sewell, NJ and doing great. She does wonderful with dogs, cats and even a pig! Yes, even a pig! This little lady is very loving once she knows she is safe. We are still working on getting her use to the outside world again with walks. Loud sounds and cars still scare her, but she is making great progress. Abby is looking for a patient person/family who will continue to let her learn about the world - hopefully with some calm canine friends but she would be happy being an only child too. |
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Abby's angels - John
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Name: STELLA Age: 6 months Disability: Congenital skull malformation, Our vet stated "Stella has an exaggerated gate, sometime crossing over but very mobile. Overall, she appears extremely healthy and very sweet." Breed/Weight: Doxy/Doby mix, approx 30 lbs History: Stella, was a stray at our local shelter, her person came to claim her, but decided she was not worth it How Stella is getting her groove back here! Stella was very fearful and shaking, with in a couple days, she now is beginning to act like an adorable puppy should act. Always has a tennis ball in her mouth. She still is a bit shy when in new situations but warms up quite quickly when she feels safe. Stella is a lovable mix, who will certainly melt your heart when you meet her. She loves the company of other dogs, and is now sharing her space with a playful a young blind lab mix, Hailey. Stella meets Marley (click here for video)
For more information on Stella please email. |
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Another
young adult wanting to adopt a dog with special needs. Dexter
caught her eye and she committed to fostering him. After
struggling through some basic training and establishing a routine, the
decision was made for this to be a life long friendship. Her commitment
to this young 3 legged mutt helped him become a gem of a dog and fun
fur friend. A
big thank you to another young person and her family, providing us hope
and inspiration for the next generation and for taking the time and
patience to work with Dexter!
Name: Dexter History: Dexter, along with his litter mates, were turned into the county shelter. His littermates were all euthanized. Dexter was scheduled to be euthanized because the shelter could not afford the amputation surgery Dexter desperately needed. He spent his life in a crate because the shelter staff did not want his leg to become infected. The "new" shelter manager stepped in on Dexter's behalf, as a last ditch effort to save his life. She reach out to us for help. A volunteer drove 7 hours to get Dexter safely to us. Dexter's new life has started! This past week, Dexter had his leg amputated and is now getting accustomed to life on 3 legs. We are so happy the shelter contacted PWD, this puppy is a diamond in the rough and is really starting to blossom here as each day passes. He has a wonderful temperament and is a great cuddler. He is fun to watch as he gets used to being 3 legged! Dexter, is ready for his new home, and will be a great addition to any human and canine family. |
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   For more information on Stan please email. If you are interested in meeting her, please complete our Adoption Application. |
Name: Stan Age: 7 months old, Breed/Weight: Terrier/hound mix, Weight: 25 pounds Disability: Stan has hyperextension of all digits (toes) in both front feet. This is not a painful condition. Stan also has some lung disease. His lungs have undergone degenerative changes similar to emphysema. The cause for these changes is unknown but could be the result of a viral infection, when he was a very young puppy. It could also be due to a cartilage defect that he was born with. He cannot lead a very active life because he will tend to be short of breath if over exercised. Unfortunately our vets do not know if this lung problem will get worse or stay stable. History: When they say dogs are in charge of their destiny, I can only say Stan was definitely in charge of his! I received a plea from an American woman living and teaching in Istanbul, Turkey. She and her family volunteer all of their spare time in working with stray dogs in Istanbul. They foster and find foster homes for dogs that end up at the municipal shelters. They try to place dogs with US rescues that have no chance of survival in Turkey. They emailed PWD to see if we would accept a very small mixed breed terrier with club feet that wheezes. When I saw his pictures, I knew his only hope would be to come here. When Stan arrived I was concerned about his health, but as each day goes by, he is gaining weight and showing lots of hope and brightness in his eyes. He handles his lung problem like a wise one man, never over doing it, and resting after a round of frolicking with the other pups. His ears are one of his most endearing features, they look like propellers ready to take off at any moment. He is a gentile easy dog to handle. Will Stan ever run a marathon or go for a long hike? Probably not! But he enjoys the casual walk and will be a great companion. He is beyond awesome, so glad he made it to PWD. As each day goes by, he just gets stronger and stronger, and most important he is becoming a happy young pup. Stan is great with other dogs and good with cats, and of course loves the attention of people! A big thank you to the Karabeyoglu family for taking the time to help special needs dogs like Stan get to safety. |
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Thank you Jarrett
Palmieri for
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Lulu
was here at PWD just long enough for us to do her necessary leg
amputation and for a family to fall totally in love with her. Lulu made it
to her new home on New Years day! She will be joining a young family,
including a very brave young boy who is living his life as double
amputee, a match made in heaven! Lulu, will also join another young
rescue dog named Cara. A big thank you to this awesome army family
for opening up their hearts and home to Lulu!
Name: LuLU LuLu is bright and alert and loves to play and run with all the dogs and is good with cats and children. History: Lulu escaped from her yard and was hit by a car. Her family could not afford the medical care for Lulu and the family reached out to us to help their pet. (PWD will have her left leg amputated |
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| Meet the Wheelchair
Dogs at Pets with Disabilities These dogs may have broken spines or hips, but their spirits are not broken. These dogs love to share your heart from their beds or as they scoot along the floor. They spend a couple of hours per day in their wheelchair, happy to accompany you on an outing or a nice walk. They do require some extra care and attention, but they provide such a gratitude and appreciation for life - a spirit very unique to a wheelchair dog. These wheel chairs dogs have come to PWD due to support received for our Duke and Misty Memorial Fund. Please consider supporting this fund. |
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Meet Annie
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FIRST benefactor from the
DUKE & MISTY Memorial Fund Annie, a gorgeous white shepherd living under a porch, completely paralyzed and still nursing her 10 puppies. A good Samaritan stepped in and took her to the local animal hospital. The doctors, at the clinic were shocked by how emaciated and weak Annie was, she was covered in sores and wounds and could barely lift her head. Annies owner requested to have her put to sleep. Her spirit and kindness grab the hearts of the staff. Annie made it quite clear, she did not want to be put to sleep and still had much to offer! The staff was looking for a miracle, a rescue to help her, and that miracle came this holiday season for Annie. She will get her new wheels when she arrives - and of course the medical care and lots of love she deserves. She is a true survivor - another example of an unbroken spirit - even when the body is not perfect. Annie has just received her "wheels" - she needs to gain at least 10lbs and get used to "moving" with Kiri. She'll be a member of the PWD family, living in the house, until a her new family wants to meet her - she has such a sweet, hopeful spirit... we are happy to have her. |
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Thank you Anne Corrigan and Jonathon Day for being angels to Annie |
| Meet the Cats at
Pets with Disabilities Occasionally we will take in a "feline friend" at PWD. These cats all get along with dogs and are anxious to "purr" their way into your home. |
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Buddy, a 3 year old domestic cat. Buddy was most likely abandoned on the streets, to fend for himself. He survived for over 6 months on his own with the kindness of some good samaritans who fell in love with him. While being vetted he tested positive for FIV. Hence they reached out to us to get him off the streets and into a safer environment. When I met this cat, I immediately renamed him Buddy, because he will snuggle by you and purred his way into your heart. He is a wonderful cat, and most important gets along with other cats very well! Buddy, is neutered up to date on shots and needs to be an inside cat. Give him a chance, you will fall in love with him. Buddy is located in Prince Frederick, Maryland. If you're interested in more information about Buddy - contact Joyce directly at petswithdisabilities@comcast.net |
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SPECIAL
HEALING NOW UNDERWAY These
dogs will have extended time at the rescue for healing, rehab or
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Disabled Dogs that have a permanent home at PWDThese
dogs are not available for adoption, |
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Click here to meet the PWD residents With 12 permanent resident's we have limited space - and very limited resources to add dogs to the rescue program. We can only take ADOPTABLE disabled dogs - with no temperament issues. We will always provide whatever assistance we can - but, that won't always mean we have room at Pets with Disabilities. |
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