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My name is Ralphie. My story is tough, but I'll do my best to tell it.
My original owner was a vicious, abusive excuse for a human being. He owned several dogs, probably for fighting or breeding purposes, who knows. I just know we were all abused and mistreated.
I was chained on a very small fenced porch. If someone came out of the door, there was little to no room for me to move out of the way. Same if someone came in. I was cramped in a corner every time the gate or door was used. I was constantly kicked by my owner and his worthless mean friends. It was a miserable existence.
The inconsiderate, cruel owner decided to move. No telling what happened to the other dogs, they were probably destroyed. The only reason I wasn't was probably because he thought he could get a few bucks for me. How awful!!!
Anyway, he must have let me loose eventually because I was roaming the streets. Someone alerted Lucies Project that I was a mean dog and was just running loose. They feared myself or possibly someone else could get injured, so they starting asking questions around town about who may own me. Of course, no one claimed me.
A nice lady and a young girl picked me up and brought me to Lucies. They took me to the vet and had told him about reports of aggression in me, although they hadn't seen any. The vet tried a few aggression tests, and in the end patted me on the head and walked me on in.
After all that, it was discovered that I am heartworm positive, but that doesn't mean I'm not adoptable! I am being treated for this. Lucies will then pay up to $400 for a fast heartworm kill treatment.
I am leash and crate trained.
I am very slow to get to know new people and I don't care for most men (rightfully so), although 2 of my volunteer caretakers are men.
I will need time to adjust and get to know my new person. I will need someone who has the time to work with me and care for me. I have had such a horrible life. Ultimately, I just want to love and be loved.
*** We strive to ensure our dogs are going to a safe, loving and caring home. Phone interviews are required for all adoptions****
Hi,
My name is Ralphie. My story is tough, but I'll do my best to tell it.
My original owner was a vicious, abusive excuse for a human being. He owned several dogs, probably for fighting or breeding purposes, who knows. I just know we were all abused and mistreated.
I was chained on a very small fenced porch. If someone came out of the door, there was little to no room for me to move out of the way. Same if someone came in. I was cramped in a corner every time the gate or door was used. I was constantly kicked by my owner and his worthless mean friends. It was a miserable existence.
The inconsiderate, cruel owner decided to move. No telling what happened to the other dogs, they were probably destroyed. The only reason I wasn't was probably because he thought he could get a few bucks for me. How awful!!!
Anyway, he must have let me loose eventually because I was roaming the streets. Someone alerted Lucies Project that I was a mean dog and was just running loose. They feared myself or possibly someone else could get injured, so they starting asking questions around town about who may own me. Of course, no one claimed me.
A nice lady and a young girl picked me up and brought me to Lucies. They took me to the vet and had told him about reports of aggression in me, although they hadn't seen any. The vet tried a few aggression tests, and in the end patted me on the head and walked me on in.
After all that, it was discovered that I am heartworm positive, but that doesn't mean I'm not adoptable! I am being treated for this. Lucies will then pay up to $400 for a fast heartworm kill treatment.
I am leash and crate trained.
I am very slow to get to know new people and I don't care for most men (rightfully so), although 2 of my volunteer caretakers are men.
I will need time to adjust and get to know my new person. I will need someone who has the time to work with me and care for me. I have had such a horrible life. Ultimately, I just want to love and be loved.
*** We strive to ensure our dogs are going to a safe, loving and caring home. Phone interviews are required for all adoptions****
Interested adopters contact our adoption volunteer either via email or phone. Our volunteer in turn talks to them more about the pet they are interested in. If the adopter seems like a good match, they are requested to complete an application. They come to the rescue location to meet the dog of interest. We also sometimes arrange a home visit to make sure the environment is suitable for the dog. If all is well, they will get a call from a volunteer letting them know they are approved for adoption. They will be provided copies of the vaccination and sterilization records. A delivery day will be arranged for the dog. Either the adopter may come and pick up the dog, or a volunteer can arrange to have the dog delivered. They sign our adoption contract and pay the adoption fee. We do periodically contact our adopters to check up on the dog to make sure everyone is happy and healthy and enjoying their new life!
Interested adopters contact our adoption volunteer either via email or phone. Our volunteer in turn talks to them more about the pet they are interested in. If the adopter seems like a good match, they are requested to complete an application. They come to the rescue location to meet the dog of interest. We also sometimes arrange a home visit to make sure the environment is suitable for the dog. If all is well, they will get a call from a volunteer letting them know they are approved for adoption. They will be provided copies of the vaccination and sterilization records. A delivery day will be arranged for the dog. Either the adopter may come and pick up the dog, or a volunteer can arrange to have the dog delivered. They sign our adoption contract and pay the adoption fee. We do periodically contact our adopters to check up on the dog to make sure everyone is happy and healthy and enjoying their new life!
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Our rescue is open by appointment only
More about this rescue
Local Unity for Canines In Emergency Situations. We are a dog rescue organization, not a shelter or a pound!
We are a group of neighbors who, as a community effort, are helping the many strays and dumped dogs in the area. We take them in, care for them, feed - vaccinate - worm - socialize, and try to find them forever homes. We do depend on donations to help out, and will accept food, medication, bedding, fostering, and direct donations to Veterinarians.
Local Unity for Canines In Emergency Situations. We are a dog rescue organization, not a shelter or a pound!
We are a group of neighbors who, as a community effort, are helping the many strays and dumped dogs in the area. We take them in, care for them, feed - vaccinate - worm - socialize, and try to find them forever homes. We do depend on donations to help out, and will accept food, medication, bedding, fostering, and direct donations to Veterinarians.
