Meet Goose, a 4 year-old border collie currently living in Seattle. Full of life and personality, Goose got his name for being a 'silly goose' as a puppy, an endearing quality that has not (and likely will never) outgrow. He loves people, being a "good boy," and squeaky toys. 

On April 25, Goose suffered a fibro-cartilaginous embolism (FCE), an injury to the spine, which has resulted in rear leg paraplegia and incontinence. There is a chance that he could regain function over time, but the prognosis is low.  His owner is looking for a new home for Goose because he cannot meet his needs with his work schedule and living arrangements. 

Before his injury, Goose lived an active life with his current owner.  Now, he is still active, but requires a wheelchair when outside.  Here is a short video showing Goose at the dog park with his wheelchair in his truest form: sociable, smart, happy, silly:  

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pd4HldOgcGM&feature=em-upload_owner

Notes from the owner on Goose’s care/special arrangements:

-Incontinence: is such that he has no control of peeing or pooping. If he's indoors, he needs a belly band (I insert a maxi pad) for urination. Expressing him at regular intervals helps a lot, but he still will trickle a bit from time to time. The poop isn't too much of an issue because of its regularity and hardness.

-Food/medicine: No special medicinal/dietary needs.

-Mobility: He's quite adept at dragging himself around. I really just use the wheelchair for walks or trips to the dog park.

-Social Needs: He's a very sociable, and particularly human-centered dog. He would be happiest in a home where he could be around the "action" regularly.

A woman remarked just last week at the vet that he was "the happiest paralyzed dog" she had ever seen. His injury hasn't adversely affected his spirits or unique disposition; he clearly still wants to be around.

Sadly, in the long-term his owner is acutely aware that he cannot sustain the type of lifestyle and level of care that Goose requires. He needs someone with a more flexible schedule, the right living situation, and a big heart. If this sounds like you or someone you know, or you wish to know more information, please contact the owner, John Stewart at jrstew2@gmail.com or call 503.459.7767

** Go directly to PAWS. Do not fill out an application here as PAWS has their own process **** 

Experienced Dog Adopters due to Mae's energy level and the fact that is is scary smart.  Mae is an ideal candidate for agility, or something more...possibly herding as she is so driven and so eager to take direction from a handler.  

From the PAWS web site: 

Mae is a sweet, sensitive girl with a good history! She has been described as friendly, playful, and high energy. In her previous home she enjoyed 3 mile runs in AM, and 4 mile bike rides in PM (she jogs beautifully next to the bike!). She also loves swimming! Mae is fully housetrained and will sit and stare at the door to go out. She has wonderful house manners and is used to being left alone for the work day. Mae is used to sleeping in bed with her owner at night and who wouldn't want a snuggle buddy! She is best suited in an adult only home.

www.paws.org

“Davey” is a very handsome and endearing 2-1/2 y/o neutered male rough coat border collie (possibly some Aussie mixed in??). He is a medium-to-large size, estimated at 50 pounds with a curly type of coat that is easy to keep clean and doesn’t shed much.   He is in fit condition and is UTD on shots and is microchipped. Davey was picked up as a stray after being passed from one home after another in his short life.   Since Davey has been in foster, he’s has come out of his shell and relaxed into the routine. He is really a delightful, respectful, personable and sweet boy.   He has a high herding drive and now can reliably be called off of stock off-leash. If left unattended he will want to get in with livestock, but no border collie should be left with access to livestock without supervision. He has not been tested around cats. Davey loves it in the country but would also make a great urban dog with a good fenced yard and active person to keep him fit and engaged. He has a really nice “off button” but requires daily exercise and interaction to keep his life balanced.  Davey is very respectful of a person’s space and runs up and sits politely to greet. He does not jump up nor does he jump on furniture. He walks very nicely on a leash. He has a good recall which is improving every day and responds to basic commands nicely. He knows “sit, lie down, off, come, no, crate up”. Davey is respectful of children but is a larger size and could knock over very small children and therefore would do better in a house with older children (8 and up). Davey settles in the house very nicely. He is crate trained. He overnights in his crate inside and doesn’t make a sound. He will lay at your feet and take a nap while you watch TV.   He has excellent social behavior with other dogs. He plays when invited and will play until asked to stop and avoids confrontation with dogs that don’t want to socialize. He would do well in a home with another active dog.   

This nice boy will make an active person with a regular schedule a wonderful companion. He will not do well being left alone for hours on end but a regular work day he can handle outside in a secure yard with shelter especially if he’s with another dog for companionship, as long as he can spend ample time with his person/family.

Davey's adoption fee is $125.

 If Davey sounds like the guy for you, please fill out the application first, then contact his foster home at cookecreek.bcrescue@gmail.com

DOC AND RINGO!   Can you make room in your heart and your home for these two brothers?   Their owner died and relatives abandoned them to a shelter in eastern Oregon.  Now they just  want to fill your life with love and companionship. They are 10 years young and well mannered  but they are certainly not couch potatoes and have a lot of life in them.   They love everyone and to play fetch, go for walks or rides, and give unconditional love.  They both just love water and swimmning. They are healthy, neutered and up to date on shots.

These dogs are good with cats, other dogs, car rides and well housebroken. They have been together all
their lives and it would be best if they were allowed to live out their golden years together. It may seem daunting to adopt two dogs at once, but in this case it is not. These older, well mannered, polite dogs, who entertain each other,  require less work than most single dogs!

 If you want more information or are interested in Ringo and Doc please fill out an application and then contact Morey at moreyg@earthlink.net.

SPDR with an adoption fee of $125.00.

Mrs is a 12 year old, spayed female Border Collie/Aussie mix. She has a very soft wavy white and black coat. She weighs about 45-55 lbs. and stands about 21 inches tall. Mrs has been living with cats and does fine with them. She is great with other dogs too. Mrs is a super sweet, very mellow dog that listens very well. She is housetrained. Mrs loves to play ball and tug of war with her humans and other dogs. She loves attention, to hang out in the sun and be brushed. Mrs is a very well-mannered and quiet girl. She would love nothing more than to hang out with people. She is great on a leash and does fine on short walks. Mrs may have a little arthritis in her hips so would do best in a single story house. She has allergies to beef, chicken and pork and needs special food. She sometimes gets spring allergies and may need meds. Do you have room in your home for this special girl?

Please see her bio, other pictures and adoption info at Yakima Valley Pet Rescue http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/25966437

Thank you for thinking rescue!

Dobby is a precocious five-year old border collie. His fluffy tail and whiskers are always wiggling as he greets life. Once he arrived here, he staked out his crate (and "his" room) and enjoys being with his human and dog family. He particularly likes to monitor kitchen activities and remind everyone not to leave food out on the counters. A doggy door lets him wander in and out on the back deck when we're not home. While Dobby loves car rides and the walks we take afterwards, he's perfectly content hanging out in the house with his people and wandering the backyard while we work in the garden. He'd love to just be someone's companion.

When we're home, he often drags his blanket out of the crate and stashes his loot under it. Loose socks, the puppy's bed and our older BC's favorite toys all seem to end up in a pile covered by his blanket. If you catch a glimpse of him disappearing down the hallway with his head and tail held high, he's got a new treasure that he's making off with. Everyone just waits for him to go outside and then grabs their belongings back.

Dobby is very submissive. He will avoid dominating humans and won't defend himself if a dominant dog attacks him so dog parks are out as is a multiple dog household. Dobby was on his own for a long time so he doesn't send out the correct doggy signals. He's not a cuddler although he'd like to be. He is slow to trust so his adoption fee of $180 includes a 2-hour bonding session to begin building trust. Then it will just take time and your willingness to show him you can be trusted and will protect him. He'd be perfectly happy as the only dog in your household. Dobby also has an underactive thyroid. He takes thyroid tablets with his meals costing about $25 a month. He is neutered, vaccinated, micro-chipped and sponsored by SPDR. If you're looking for company, please complete an online application and e-mail dipalermo22@yahoo.com to set up a visit. Thank you.

Update 3/30/13

Katie had her Stem Cell reintroduction on Wednesday.

It's been 4 days and we think we are already seeing some improvement :) !

We posted a picture of her at the clinic receiving her stem cells.

Paws crossed!

Here's a video from this morning.  She's a very tired pup today.

https://www.facebook.com/mike.flory.79

Meet Katie,

Katie has had a very tough start in life.  She is an amazingly strong little pup with a tremendous desire to live.  We are asking for help in covering her medical costs.  Katie is receiving stem cell therapy harvested from her own little body.  She is not ready for adoption at this time.  Please see her video for a look at Katie’s journey so far.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sjP3SZ4jDkg

Although technically not a Border Collie, many of her siblings have BC in them.  They have all been adopted but Kate.

If you’d like to donate to her medical costs please use the link below.

https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=VSU2DQXJUAV26

The initial stem cell therapy is approx. $2500.  Although that is a lot of money for one small pup, this little pup is so deserving.  We thank you…. Katie thanks you.

Mike

thatlldo@elltel.net

***Do not apply for Holly on this web site.  Please go to www.rescueeverydog.org***

This companion animals name is Holly She has had a rough start in life and came to red after surviving a hit by car near neath experience and injuries.  We will be screening to assure this wonderful dog is safe and sound. Here are a few of the basics we are looking for: Someone dog savvy with a desire and history and love of of K9 training with their dogs, fenced yard, vet reference, dog and breed type experience, no small children present or future so she can be the main focus of the house hold.

My name is Holly and I am looking for a forever pack. People told me I am a border collie because of the fur I wear, but I want to be a  German Shepard when I grow up. I was told that my left hind leg was really broken when I was little. That doesn't slow me down any more.

I'm a girl ,so I like to do girl things like take long walks on the beach at Prichard Park. I like to roughhouse with my foster brother Siegfried, too.


My foster parents have figured out that when I stand by the front door I need to go outside for personal reasons. Sometimes I bark if they
aren't paying attention.

I like to play with my foster sister KC more than she likes to play with me. She gets to jump onto furniture to escape but I'm not allowed. I don't think that's fair but I'm learning to follow the pack's rules.

I know I'm not in the pack where I can stay forever. I hope there is a pack for me where I can get all of the pets I could ever want and a chance to run like KC and play ball.  

Mandatory fenced yard. No apartments. Some Condos and homes with a private use fenced yard maybe considered. No children under 8 years of age.

Adoption donation for this companion animal is 250.00. Donations cover some of the care costs for R.E.D. animals. Like housing, supportive care, medical needs and food. All R.E.D. animals are spayed or neutered and vaccinated. Most are micro chipped with adopter registration included. R.E.D. is a 501 C3 and all donations support our life saving missions. For more information and to complete the on line adoption application on R.E.D., please, see our website at www.rescueeverydog.org.

PLEASE READ ALL OF THE FOLLOWING TO APPLY TO ADOPT: Not all
applicants will be approved for requested animals. R.E.D. reserves the right to
refuse service and adoption without explanation. R.E.D. is the
companion animal's advocate and will select the most suitably matched
home/environment for the the companion animals emotional needs and management
requirements based on each companion animal's breed(s) general needs and the
unique needs of each individual animal in our care. R.E.D. requires all
applicants and adopters to conduct themselves in a respectful and courteous
manner. R.E.D. updates it animals adoption postings daily. If you wish to apply
to adopt this companion animal go to the on line application at R.E.D.'s website
www.rescueeverydog.org. and look under adoption. Before applying, please, read
the following information.

(1) Application, Phone interview, Home visit are required.
Adoption Donations are generally $100.00. to 450.00 or as posted. Donations
support R.E.D.'s life saving missions and medical and other care
given.(2) R.E.D. Dogs are spayed or neutered prior to adoption,
vaccinated for Parvo Distemper and generally are micro chipped.
(3) You must be at least 18 years of age to complete the
application or to apply to adopt a companion animal. For the safety of children
and dogs and limited information on dog the dogs interaction with children-
R.E.D generally prefers/requires children in adoptive home to be approximately 5
or 6 years of age and up unless otherwise noted in the dog profile. All children
must be behavior appropriate with animals. (4) R.E.D. does not
a ship animals to out of state adopters. Out of state adopters must come to meet
the animal in person in Washington if approved for a meet and greet with a
R.E.D. companion animal. Thank you.

ADDENDUM: 8/5/2012

You're interested in Chester if:

You live in the country and are concerned about needing a protective dog to put a certain amount of trepidation in strangers at the gate.  (He'll be glad to oblige)  Chester will check out all the nooks and crannies of the property for anything new.

You don't intend to take Chester into town for walkabouts.  (That wouild be too stressfull for all)

You want a good companion that will be around as you do chores or take care of the place.  You're willing to throw the occasional ball or frisbee.  Bring him in the house at night and he will be on duty when needed. 

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Chester is three years old and came from a loving home.  He didn't have a lot of training and this was being remedied by his owner/handler.  Through an unfortunate set of circumstances, the training had to be curtailed and Chester found his way into rescue.

Chester is a striking dog.  He wants to spend his time with his person.  He will do best as a companion dog for an individual that wants to work with him, enjoy the interactions and experience the joys of comeraderie.  Like many Border Collies, he is not interested in meeting a bunch of strangers on a city street - he would prefer to be at your side in your back yard or on a trail.

He is house-trained, crate-trained and settles nicely overnight.  He will bark when he knows that his person is around, but not with him when he should be.  He does not belong in a situation where his person is gone for long periods every day.

Chester enjoys playing with balls, but is not obsessive about it.  He is getting a lot of exercise, losing a few pounds, and developing his stamina.  He adjusted well into a different atmosphere when he arrived.  Behavior with cats is unknown.

He weighs 53 pounds,is neutered and up to date on his shots.

Due to the circumstances preceding his entry into rescue, a prospective adopter will learn about proper protocols, leadership and handling at the Packworks facility in Arlington, Washington.  You will be rewarded with a loyal, partner that will share your life.  As I write this, Chester is lying quietly nearby, ready to move into the next part of the day.

If you feel that Chester would fit into your lifestyle, please fill out the online adoption application and contact Bob: harleybob@att.net.  You can even use the telephone: 253-229-2623

"Tucker' is a Border Collie/Aussie mix, between 6 and 8 years old.  He was turned in as a stray to a shelter in Caldwell, ID. 

Tucker gets along great with other dogs, but is not trustworthy around cats.  He enjoys playing with dogs, and can act like a pup.  He has a lovely, lush coat with many freckles on his legs and muzzle, along with a bobbed tail.  Tucker is about 10 pounds overweight; however, he is full of life and energy and with regular exercise, should drop the weight quickly.

Tucker loves people, and is very much a Love Bug.  He definitely has Velcro tendencies!  He is happy, friendly, and outgoing.  He rides very well in a car, and is manageable on a leash.  He could use some work with basic obedience training.  He is up to date on vaccinations, and is neutered.

ADOPTION PENDING

Interested in adopting a very handsome low-demand, easy to live with purebred  Border Collie?   Tate may be your man.   At 11 years of age, Tate is still an active, healthy and lively gentleman.   He loves to go on car rides and spending time at the off-leash dog parks where he is friendly with people and other dogs.   He enjoys daily walks and can be trusted off leash to come when called.   Tate is housebroken and trustworthy loose inside the house for many hours without causing any destruction or having potty accidents.   Tate has been living in a small apartment and is seeking a home with a safely fenced yard for him to wander about.  

Tate is an easy keeper who has many years of love and affection to give a new owner.   Tate is neutered, current on vaccinations and microchipped.   Ready to go.

Please contact Janet at 425-776-7312 or leggj@frontier.com after completing the easy online Adoption Application.