Who We Are
Shelter Survivors is a 501 (C)(3) rescue group. We rescue dogs that have been turned over to high kill shelters in the tri-state area. Many of these dogs have wonderful temperaments, yet they face the risk of euthanasia simply due to overcrowding in our local shelters. Shelter Survivors’ dogs live in foster homes until they find their permanent homes. They are integrated into our homes so that we can have a better understanding of who they are, which gives us the opportunity to match families up with our dogs so a home really is forever!
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Featured Dog Of The Month
Meet sweet Mayble! She is a 3 year old Pit Bull mix. Mayble is on the smaller side; she is only about 40 pounds. We think that she may be mixed with Boston Terrier or a Bulldog. We really don't know, but what we do know is that she is a sweetheart. She has the cutest little underbite and sometimes her tongue sticks out. We adore her pretty little face. How could anyone turn away from this precious girl?
Mayble was surrendered to the shelter in NYC because her owners said that her feet were swollen and that she stopped eating. We simply can't imagine giving this loving dog up for any reason, but none the less, she sat in the scary shelter probably hoping that her family would come back to get her. The shelter began treating her feet and feeding her. Her feet got a little better. She didn't seem to have a problem eating. After a few weeks in the shelter, Mayble came down with a cold. That's never a good thing in a crowded shelter. When one of our volunteers saw Mayble's sweet eyes and her little pout, she just knew that she had to help this sweet girl.
Mayble arrived at her foster home with her tail tucked between her legs. She looked at her foster mom with sad eyes. Her foster mom gently began to pet her and told Mayble that she was safe now as she kissed her on her head. Mayble has settled into her foster home very well. She adores her foster family just as much as they adore her! She greets her foster mom, foster dad, and foster human brother with wiggles and wags when they come home. She loves to lay in their laps, and she loves them to pet her all over. She is a shy girl, but she now enjoys greeting everyone we meet on the street. She will greet with a low head and a soft wag. She doesn't mind the other canines in her foster home. At first, she was cautious of them, but now she is just one of the gang. Mayble knows some basic commands like sit, and give paw. She walks beautifully on the leash. She enjoys taking walks.
We are still trying to figure out how to help Mayble's feet heal. We did take her to the vet to see what else we could do to help her recovery. The vet put Mayble on more medication to see if we can continue to get some of the swelling down. Sadly, the vet feels that Mayble's feet have been neglected for a very long time. We are now going to take her to a dermatologist to help us figure out what is going on with her feet. Mayble's feet are tender in some spots, but she still enjoys walking, running around a bit, and playing. We are very fortunate that the company "Thera-paw" is working with us and they donated some special boots to help protect Mayble's feet during her recovery and after her feet have healed more. Mayble's new family will need to continue to monitor her feet after she is adopted.
Mayble is a special little girl with so much love to give. All she really wants is to be loved. All she really needs is someone who will snuggle with her, give her a warm bed to rest her head, and some yummy food to fill her belly. She will be forever grateful.
If you think that you would like to provide the love and care that Mayble deserves, please fill out an application and come to our next adoption day event to meet Mayble.
Mayble was surrendered to the shelter in NYC because her owners said that her feet were swollen and that she stopped eating. We simply can't imagine giving this loving dog up for any reason, but none the less, she sat in the scary shelter probably hoping that her family would come back to get her. The shelter began treating her feet and feeding her. Her feet got a little better. She didn't seem to have a problem eating. After a few weeks in the shelter, Mayble came down with a cold. That's never a good thing in a crowded shelter. When one of our volunteers saw Mayble's sweet eyes and her little pout, she just knew that she had to help this sweet girl.
Mayble arrived at her foster home with her tail tucked between her legs. She looked at her foster mom with sad eyes. Her foster mom gently began to pet her and told Mayble that she was safe now as she kissed her on her head. Mayble has settled into her foster home very well. She adores her foster family just as much as they adore her! She greets her foster mom, foster dad, and foster human brother with wiggles and wags when they come home. She loves to lay in their laps, and she loves them to pet her all over. She is a shy girl, but she now enjoys greeting everyone we meet on the street. She will greet with a low head and a soft wag. She doesn't mind the other canines in her foster home. At first, she was cautious of them, but now she is just one of the gang. Mayble knows some basic commands like sit, and give paw. She walks beautifully on the leash. She enjoys taking walks.
We are still trying to figure out how to help Mayble's feet heal. We did take her to the vet to see what else we could do to help her recovery. The vet put Mayble on more medication to see if we can continue to get some of the swelling down. Sadly, the vet feels that Mayble's feet have been neglected for a very long time. We are now going to take her to a dermatologist to help us figure out what is going on with her feet. Mayble's feet are tender in some spots, but she still enjoys walking, running around a bit, and playing. We are very fortunate that the company "Thera-paw" is working with us and they donated some special boots to help protect Mayble's feet during her recovery and after her feet have healed more. Mayble's new family will need to continue to monitor her feet after she is adopted.
Mayble is a special little girl with so much love to give. All she really wants is to be loved. All she really needs is someone who will snuggle with her, give her a warm bed to rest her head, and some yummy food to fill her belly. She will be forever grateful.
If you think that you would like to provide the love and care that Mayble deserves, please fill out an application and come to our next adoption day event to meet Mayble.
Shelter Survivors to the Rescue
Shelter Survivors does not turn its back on dogs in need. We take in dogs of all breeds and ages, regardless of their need for medical attention. To help us continue this work please consider donating today. Your tax deductible donations make it possible for us to continue helping dogs in need! Thank you for your continued support,which allows us to continue to "Save lives...One dog at at time..."
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A poem to my foster dog
I am the bridge Between what was and what can be.
I am the pathway to a new life.
I am made of mush,
Because my heart melted when I saw you,
Matted and sore, limping, depressed,
Lonely, unwanted, afraid to love.
For one little time you are mine.
I will feed you with my own hand, I will love you with my whole heart
I will make you whole.
I am made of steel.
Because when the time comes,
When you are well, and sleek,
When your eyes shine,
And your tail wags with joy
Then comes the hard part. I will let you go--not without a tear, But without a regret. For you are safe forever--
A new dog needs me now.
~by Diane Morgan
I am the bridge Between what was and what can be.
I am the pathway to a new life.
I am made of mush,
Because my heart melted when I saw you,
Matted and sore, limping, depressed,
Lonely, unwanted, afraid to love.
For one little time you are mine.
I will feed you with my own hand, I will love you with my whole heart
I will make you whole.
I am made of steel.
Because when the time comes,
When you are well, and sleek,
When your eyes shine,
And your tail wags with joy
Then comes the hard part. I will let you go--not without a tear, But without a regret. For you are safe forever--
A new dog needs me now.
~by Diane Morgan
