Philadoptables

Peace, Love and Poms

When our friends at Peace Love and Paws Rescue met Benji Lee – they couldn’t turn away from his emergent needs. We donated $350 toward sweet Benji Lee’s care and hope he feels better son!

From PFPR, “He filled the entire room with the smell of infection, and he is in severe pain. His case is complicated and needs the expertise of the dentist team, but they are not available until Monday. A soft muzzle will be applied to stabilize his jaw, bloodwork will be run, and massive amounts of pain medication will be administered as well as antibiotics through the weekend. Our hope is to fix this 12 pound boy, and we need your help to do it!“

“We can’t afford it, but we have an emergency intake happening NOW! The Philadelphia Humane Law Enforcement Team just saved this poor boy, and the SPCA reached out because he needs emergency care NOW,” said PLPR, “Our volunteers are currently in route to pick him up and take him directly to the specialty ER. He has a fractured lower jaw and is in severe pain. The shelter administered pain medication and are keeping him calm until our arrival. This boy cannot wait for care, and that means it will be a higher cost using the specialist vet. Please help us get this boy pain relief and the care he needs today!”

Update: “Our emergency intake, Benji Lee, is admitted with our favorite specialty ER. His lower jaw is dislocated with several areas of fractures. He filled the entire room with the smell of infection, and he is in severe pain. His case is complicated and needs the expertise of the dentist team, but they are not available until Monday. A soft muzzle will be applied to stabilize his jaw, bloodwork will be run, and massive amounts of pain medication will be administered as well as antibiotics through the weekend. Our hope is to fix this 12 pound boy, and we need your help to do it! Our estimate currently stands at $7000 but could be more if he needs specialized imaging like a CT scan. The vet feels his dental disease weakened his jaw, and he may have gotten stuck, and the damage was the result of him pulling his face free. This isn’t a fresh injury and is at least a few days old. Either way, he is safe and in the absolute best care to keep him comfortable.”

Pet Food Pantry Support: Helping Families In Need

We are excited to be able to support Citizens for a No-kill Philadelphia and Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) at their pet pantry event last weekend in Northern Liberties! We were able to donate several hundred pounds of cat food for families in need thanks to a grant from Cares, Finance of America. Food and supplies distributed today are vital for families who have trouble making ends meet. Together we can do more! #teamwork #community

Baby, the Cat, Gets Critically Needed Surgery

In a world filled with countless challenges and needs, there’s something extraordinary about the way we come together to help those who cannot help themselves. One such heartwarming cause is extending a helping hand to a cat in need.

Cats, like many animals, often find themselves in precarious situations, struggling to survive. Especially outdoor cats. However, when compassionate individuals unite to donate their time, money, and resources, they create a lifeline for these feline friends, turning their stories from despair to hope. And a story worth sharing is of Baby’s journey.

“This is Baby. He is a stray cat that lives in my neighborhood in Philadelphia, PA. He is very affectionate and a sweet boy. For the past year and a half my family and I have been feeding him. Last Friday, he showed up at our door like every morning but this time he was limping and crying. It turns out his right leg was injured. We consulted 2 vets and it was determined he needs surgery for his leg which has several fractures. Baby is in a lot of pain. He needs to get surgery and he needs your help so he can live a normal life again. He is a sweet soul that deserves nothing but the best care and we are committed to make sure he is safe.” says Baby’s caretaker and advocate, Tabita.

When we heard about Baby, we wanted to be part of his journey to healing. Thanks to our community of supporters and dedication to the animals, we were fortunate to donate $800 toward Baby’s surgery, and with support from our friends at LIFE: lifesaving initiative funding efforts, we raised over $1,300 to help Baby.

As of early September, Baby received medical care and surgery. He is on the road to recovery says, Tabita, “We are so thankful for your help. Baby is at the vet now. He is getting surgery. He was a little scared but he was ready. He is such a sweet angel.”

Interested in helping animals? Please consider opening your heart and contributing to other animals just like Baby. Your donation, no matter the size, has the potential to save lives, heal wounds, and inspire change. It’s an investment in a world where animals are treated with the love, respect, and dignity they deserve.

To make your donation and be a part of our compassionate movement, please visit here. Your kindness will have a lasting impact, and the animals are depending on us.

Rescue Spotlight: Side Paws

Imagine your life chained up and living outside alone. That is the harsh and heartbreaking reality for so many outdoor dogs. It deprives them of their basic needs for companionship, exercise, safety, and shelter, leading to physical and emotional suffering.

It’s important for dog owners and communities to promote responsible and humane treatment of animals, which includes providing dogs with proper care and living conditions that respect their well-being. Our friends at Side Paws are doing just that!

Side Paws is a volunteer based community outreach program that works tirelessly to improve the quality of life and wellbeing for dogs that spend most or all of their lives outside in the Philly area. Side Paws partners with pet owners, community members, and animal welfare groups to be a voice for those in need!

Why is this important? Chaining a dog up outside is widely recognized as a cruel and detrimental practice for several reasons:

  • Loneliness and Isolation: Dogs are social animals that thrive on human interaction and companionship. When chained up outside, they are denied the opportunity to bond with their human family members and other dogs, leading to loneliness and isolation.
  • Mental and Emotional Distress: Dogs subjected to constant chaining often suffer from extreme stress, anxiety, and depression. The lack of mental stimulation and social interaction can lead to behavioral problems, such as aggression, fearfulness, and excessive barking.
  • Physical Health Risks: Chained dogs face numerous physical health risks. They are exposed to harsh weather conditions without adequate shelter, making them vulnerable to extreme heat, cold, rain, and snow. Chained dogs often have limited access to clean water and may suffer from dehydration and malnutrition.
  • Restricted Movement: Chaining restricts a dog’s movement to a small area, preventing them from exercising and exploring, which are essential for their physical and mental well-being. This lack of exercise can lead to obesity and other health issues.
  • Safety Hazards: Chained dogs are more susceptible to attacks by other animals, theft, and accidents. They have limited means to defend themselves or escape from dangerous situations.
  • Behavioral Issues: Dogs that are continually chained may develop aggressive or defensive behaviors as a result of their frustration and lack of socialization. This can pose a danger to people and other animals.
  • Legal and Ethical Concerns: Dogs want to be loved and thrive on companionship. Often chained dogs are housed in cruel and unethical ways.
  • Inadequate Veterinary Care: Chained dogs often do not receive regular veterinary care, as their owners may neglect their health needs, leading to preventable illnesses and suffering.
  • Loss of Trust: Chained dogs may lose their trust in humans, making it challenging to rehabilitate them and provide them with a loving home in the future.

Chaining a dog up outside is detrimental to their physical and mental well-being, as well as a breach of their fundamental needs for social interaction, exercise, and safety. Dogs deserve love, care, and a safe and nurturing environment that promotes their overall health and happiness.

Check out some before and after updates from dogs that Side Paws has helped!

From improving living areas, and veterinary care, to sheltering dogs from the elements, Side Paws goes above and beyond for the most neglected and deserving animals. We are honored to support their work! If you suspect a dog is being chained up in an unsafe or cruel manner, it’s essential to report it to local animal welfare authorities to ensure the dog receives the help and protection it deserves.

To support Side Paws and stay up-to-date on their incredible work, please visit their Facebook page here.

Support for Two Dogs In Critical Need

Our friends at J & Co Dog Rescue stepped up to help two critically in need dogs, Reels and Chicago. We are always overjoyed to help support our community of rescue partners to lend a hand and help animals that need care. We are proud to donate $300 and $400 toward their care! Read below for updates:

From J & Co Dog Rescue “The past few weeks have been SUPER BUSY for our team… We’ve welcomed many new dogs to J & Co… And with that, comes medical bills and supply costs. If you follow our page, you know that most of our dogs require extensive or ongoing vet care – we need funds to keep going. With so many shelter dogs in need, we don’t ever want to turn a dog down because we can’t afford it. We don’t carry balances with vet offices. Supply costs have been on the rise… We supply our fosters with food, monthly flea/tick/hw and it’s time to order again! All the new dogs we took in recently are just getting started with their medical care… And have a way to go! Even our “healthy” dogs require medical prior to adoption – all our dogs are utd on vax, chipped, hw tested and altered prior to adoption. If you can drop us a few bucks, we’d really appreciate it!”

“A BIG Welcome to Chicago! Chicago has burns all over his body and is emaciated… And he’s ready to leave that old life behind!! Thank you to all involved with getting him to safety He will be in the best of hands with his fosters! There will obviously be a lot of medical expenses for Chicago – if you’d like to donate!

Chicago is a 3-year-old male that came in as a stray in early July. Chicago is the sweetest boy! Upon intake, he was very skinny, covered in burns, and emaciated. Despite this, Chicago is a truly remarkable dog. He shows incredible resilience and strength despite his pain.

His injuries don’t stop his love either. Although he can be quite snappy when taking treats, he has been very sweet to our staff! With enough love and care, he will blossom into a loving and devoted dog.” Video update here.

“6/30 REELS is out of the shelter and on his way to vet! He just arrived at ACCT, unable to walk… We weren’t prepared to pull another, but couldn’t say no…. He’ll be in the best of hands with Natalie, but we have to figure out what’s going on with him! DONATIONS needed…. It’s also $5 Friday and those 5’s add up!! We need your help, friends… REELS needs us!

7/16 Reels is eating well & putting on some much needed weight. Although still weak in the hind end – he is walking better! Super sweet boy, receiving all the love & care he could possibly want, by his foster mom Natalie.

Your donations at work! We are so grateful to all who donate and share our posts… Lives like Reels are saved because of you!”