Why I do what I do...

Hi Everyone,

I'm feeling a little discouraged this week. There are more and more dogs needing homes and it seems like the number of people willing to save them is dwindling. We haven't been able to take dogs in lately because of our lack of foster homes. This really frustrates me because I know there are people out there who will eventually want to adopt these dogs. Unfortunately we need people who are willing to open up their homes to these animals "in the moment". Before we started our rescue, I used to foster dogs for other rescues. Often we would only find out we had to take a dog the night before or the morning of. Having been in that situation I understand how stressful and unsure this can feel. But having felt those feelings myself and overcome them, I know that fostering an animal is well worth the temporary anxiety. Watching your foster animal go from an insecure, undernourished, lost soul blossom into a playful, trusting, loving pet is one of the most rewarding experiences I have felt. So although this week I may feel a little down, I keep working towards saving these animals because I know that one dog may not make a difference in the world, but you can make a world of difference to one dog.

Here are some pictures of the dogs I have fostered in the past who have all found loving homes. (Sherlock, Chevy, Belle, Jessy... the list goes on)

Last but not least the foster dog who turned me into a "failed foster" as we call it in the rescue world. Winston, my baby. There was something about him I just couldn't shake. After countless meetings with potential families that fell through or weren't (in my eyes) good enough for this sweet soul, I cracked. This is his "fur" ever home now. We love him SO much. I can't imagine my life without him.

Everything I do with animal rescue is for the animals that have filled my life with so much joy.

This is for you, Holly & Maggie (RIP); I will always love you two, you were there from before I was born and you were always looking out for me and I know you still are. This if for you Autumn, Chloe and Winston; you three really know how to keep me going, I thank god everyday that he put you in my life. This is for you Bailey & all past and future foster dogs; you fill my heart with joy and hope. I love you all so much.

Can all of you give a little hug to your furbabies tonight for me?

Write soon,

Emily

xox