This helps For Belle's Sake Rescue and Rehabilitation, Inc - ND Chapter with pet care costs.
My basic info
Breed
Corgi/Beagle
Color
Tan/Yellow/Fawn - with Black
Age
5 years 8 months old, Adult
Size
Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)
Weight
–
Sex
Male
Pet ID
–
My details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
Housetrained
Has special needs
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Absolutely gutted to make this pupdate. Our sweetest boy Rex has been returned to rescue after 4 months 😭😭😭
He is SUCH a sweet and easy going boy. He slipped on the stairs and there was concern he might be injured as it got icy out so he was brought back to us. Truth be told, his walking has improved even since we saw him last so that's exciting to know he is still making positive strides!
He will probably always have some swagger and sway in his rear legs, but to go from paralyzed in a wheelchair to not needing a chair at all is HUGE!! Rex loves children, naps, cats, other dogs, and naps. Oh, and naps. He also loves soft blankets. He's just so perfect. We adore him and can't wait for him to really find his forever.
Intake Date: 11 February 2025 ----- Adopted 27 June 2025 ------ Returned to Rescue 19 Oct 2025 ----- Age at Intake: 5 yrs ----- Breed: corgi/beagle Mix----- Size: 30 lbs ----- Status: owner surrender ----- Compatible with: dogs, cats, children----- Suitable for: home with fenced yard. Possible apartment with ground level access ----- Medical/Behavioral Needs: reduced function of hind legs. Sometimes needs his wheelchair if long walks ----- Additional Notes: Meet Rex! This handsome little low rider has the best personality!! Just a happy guy! Rex was adopted from a shelter several years ago with rear leg paralysis. With time and care, he has gained the use of his back legs and can walk unassisted! If he gets tired though, he does start to drag so he has his wheelchair as backup if needed. He is a sweetheart and a special needs pup isnt something to be afraid of. I have always had the best relationship with the special ones! They have this love of life that cant be ignored. Rex was adopted in North Dakota and his family grew by several animals and children. He also moved to Florida! Unfortunately, a family situation meant that he wasn't getting the care needed and he came to FBS alongside his two fur siblings that were adopted from us (Berlin and Puppy). We just couldn't leave him behind. He is a perfect little dude. And so handsome. He would rock a bowtie! He loves everyone he meets and is a favorite of all. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If interested in meeting and potentially adopting, please read the adoption requirements and complete the adoption application located at forbellessake.org. Once processed and approved a meet and greet can be scheduled and if a match an adoption can be finalized at that time. FBS standard adoption fee is $175. All residents are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, dewormed, microchipped, and treated for any known medical needs. Breeds are best guess. Housetraining is not guaranteed but crate training is worked on with all residents. A secure physically fenced yard is prioritized if a yard is present. Temperament cannot be and is not guaranteed.
Absolutely gutted to make this pupdate. Our sweetest boy Rex has been returned to rescue after 4 months 😭😭😭
He is SUCH a sweet and easy going boy. He slipped on the stairs and there was concern he might be injured as it got icy out so he was brought back to us. Truth be told, his walking has improved even since we saw him last so that's exciting to know he is still making positive strides!
He will probably always have some swagger and sway in his rear legs, but to go from paralyzed in a wheelchair to not needing a chair at all is HUGE!! Rex loves children, naps, cats, other dogs, and naps. Oh, and naps. He also loves soft blankets. He's just so perfect. We adore him and can't wait for him to really find his forever.
Intake Date: 11 February 2025 ----- Adopted 27 June 2025 ------ Returned to Rescue 19 Oct 2025 ----- Age at Intake: 5 yrs ----- Breed: corgi/beagle Mix----- Size: 30 lbs ----- Status: owner surrender ----- Compatible with: dogs, cats, children----- Suitable for: home with fenced yard. Possible apartment with ground level access ----- Medical/Behavioral Needs: reduced function of hind legs. Sometimes needs his wheelchair if long walks ----- Additional Notes: Meet Rex! This handsome little low rider has the best personality!! Just a happy guy! Rex was adopted from a shelter several years ago with rear leg paralysis. With time and care, he has gained the use of his back legs and can walk unassisted! If he gets tired though, he does start to drag so he has his wheelchair as backup if needed. He is a sweetheart and a special needs pup isnt something to be afraid of. I have always had the best relationship with the special ones! They have this love of life that cant be ignored. Rex was adopted in North Dakota and his family grew by several animals and children. He also moved to Florida! Unfortunately, a family situation meant that he wasn't getting the care needed and he came to FBS alongside his two fur siblings that were adopted from us (Berlin and Puppy). We just couldn't leave him behind. He is a perfect little dude. And so handsome. He would rock a bowtie! He loves everyone he meets and is a favorite of all. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If interested in meeting and potentially adopting, please read the adoption requirements and complete the adoption application located at forbellessake.org. Once processed and approved a meet and greet can be scheduled and if a match an adoption can be finalized at that time. FBS standard adoption fee is $175. All residents are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, dewormed, microchipped, and treated for any known medical needs. Breeds are best guess. Housetraining is not guaranteed but crate training is worked on with all residents. A secure physically fenced yard is prioritized if a yard is present. Temperament cannot be and is not guaranteed.
Complete application at forbellessake.org
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Approve Application
Once approved, we will contact you! Please give us a few days to process as it is just two of us who volunteer. Please follow up.
3.
Meet the Pet
The best part! If a match, we send with leash, collar, harness, blanket, tags, bowls, litter pan, etc if applicable.
4.
Take the Pet Home
At the time of the meet and greet, if a match, the adoption is finalized at that time through contract, adoption fee, and they can go HOME!
Additional adoption info
$175 adoption fee with contract for dogs. $125 for cats. . All animals are fully vetted prior to adoption unless too young or not recommended by a veterinarian due to special needs. A voucher is sent to assist with spay/neuter. In order to schedule a meet and greet, the adoption application must be submitted and approved. It can be found at forbellessake.org.
$175 adoption fee with contract for dogs. $125 for cats. . All animals are fully vetted prior to adoption unless too young or not recommended by a veterinarian due to special needs. A voucher is sent to assist with spay/neuter. In order to schedule a meet and greet, the adoption application must be submitted and approved. It can be found at forbellessake.org.
For Belle's Sake Rescue & Rehabilitation is founded by Christian and Shelby who are active duty military and volunteer their mornings, evenings, and weekends caring for 60+ dogs and cats rescued from high kill animal shelters who are waiting for their forever homes.
"We started rescue in 2005 in SC and have been saving lives ever since. It takes a lot of hard work, dedication, and love but for us, it is a family affair! Our four young children share the same passion for animals and helping and we are blessed to have them sharing the experience and are excited to continue efforts in North Dakota!" - Shelby, President of For Belle's Sake Rescue & Rehabilitation, Inc
Everything we do, we do For Belle's Sake
BELLE'S STORY
Belle, a dog rescued by Christian and Shelby, sits in the field where she was found in Sumter S.C., April 1, 2012. Belle suffered alone in the field for five days; she was malnourished and had open wounds and fire ants across her body before the family rescued her. She died hours after being rescued. In honor of her, the couple started “For Belle’s Sake Rescue and Rehabilitation,” an animal rescue, rehabilitation, adoption and pet watching service.
In honor of a particularly memorable rescue, a dog named Belle, Christian and Shelby started "For Belle's Sake Rescue and Rehabilitation," an animal rescue, rehabilitation, adoption and pet watching service. Belle was a pit bull mix, or pibble.
Belle passed away April 1, 2012, hours after being rescued. She died from complications resulting from maltreatment. When the Birds received a call to rescue her, she was in critical condition. They found her on the side of a road, malnourished, with open wounds and fire ants on her body. "We got a phone call in the late afternoon about a dog who had been hit by a car," Shelby explained. "A woman was at a stop sign, looked over into a grassy field and saw a head peering over the grass. So she walked out into the field and found Belle laying there."
"Belle couldn't stand and was surrounded by cans of dog food and chicken. She was covered in red ants, which had to have been very painful. We brought her home and set her up in a crate. When we carried her into the house, I flipped her over and her wounds were terrible," she continued. "We immediately called an EMT to come evaluate her since the nearest after hours vet clinic was in Columbia at the time. It was then that I named her Belle."
"She had two shattered back legs, a broken back, all of the skin and muscle was missing from her hind legs from road rash, and she was in organ failure," Shelby explained "We knew if we tried to save her, it would be a long and painful process and she more than likely would not survive it. She needed blood transfusions and both hind legs amputated. The EMT said she was in shock and her body was shutting down.""He said her wounds appeared to be at least five days old," Shelby said. "Meaning she suffered that duration alone in excruciating pain."
"Someone knew she was there because they were trying to feed her," she continued. "But no one helped.""The entire time he was evaluating her, her tail was wagging," she said. "I knelt before her, held out my hands, and asked a very simple question. 'Belle, what do you want?'"She rested her head in the palm of my hands and closed her eyes," she explained. "Her breathing got slow and she told me she was ready to go."
For Belle's Sake Rescue & Rehabilitation is founded by Christian and Shelby who are active duty military and volunteer their mornings, evenings, and weekends caring for 60+ dogs and cats rescued from high kill animal shelters who are waiting for their forever homes.
"We started rescue in 2005 in SC and have been saving lives ever since. It takes a lot of hard work, dedication, and love but for us, it is a family affair! Our four young children share the same passion for animals and helping and we are blessed to have them sharing the experience and are excited to continue efforts in North Dakota!" - Shelby, President of For Belle's Sake Rescue & Rehabilitation, Inc
Everything we do, we do For Belle's Sake
BELLE'S STORY
Belle, a dog rescued by Christian and Shelby, sits in the field where she was found in Sumter S.C., April 1, 2012. Belle suffered alone in the field for five days; she was malnourished and had open wounds and fire ants across her body before the family rescued her. She died hours after being rescued. In honor of her, the couple started “For Belle’s Sake Rescue and Rehabilitation,” an animal rescue, rehabilitation, adoption and pet watching service.
In honor of a particularly memorable rescue, a dog named Belle, Christian and Shelby started "For Belle's Sake Rescue and Rehabilitation," an animal rescue, rehabilitation, adoption and pet watching service. Belle was a pit bull mix, or pibble.
Belle passed away April 1, 2012, hours after being rescued. She died from complications resulting from maltreatment. When the Birds received a call to rescue her, she was in critical condition. They found her on the side of a road, malnourished, with open wounds and fire ants on her body. "We got a phone call in the late afternoon about a dog who had been hit by a car," Shelby explained. "A woman was at a stop sign, looked over into a grassy field and saw a head peering over the grass. So she walked out into the field and found Belle laying there."
"Belle couldn't stand and was surrounded by cans of dog food and chicken. She was covered in red ants, which had to have been very painful. We brought her home and set her up in a crate. When we carried her into the house, I flipped her over and her wounds were terrible," she continued. "We immediately called an EMT to come evaluate her since the nearest after hours vet clinic was in Columbia at the time. It was then that I named her Belle."
"She had two shattered back legs, a broken back, all of the skin and muscle was missing from her hind legs from road rash, and she was in organ failure," Shelby explained "We knew if we tried to save her, it would be a long and painful process and she more than likely would not survive it. She needed blood transfusions and both hind legs amputated. The EMT said she was in shock and her body was shutting down.""He said her wounds appeared to be at least five days old," Shelby said. "Meaning she suffered that duration alone in excruciating pain."
"Someone knew she was there because they were trying to feed her," she continued. "But no one helped.""The entire time he was evaluating her, her tail was wagging," she said. "I knelt before her, held out my hands, and asked a very simple question. 'Belle, what do you want?'"She rested her head in the palm of my hands and closed her eyes," she explained. "Her breathing got slow and she told me she was ready to go."
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