Healing Hearts Lost Pet Search & Recovery

07/23/2024

Reagan was safely secured in Acton by her previous foster with the assistance of Ginny (her dog). Reagan is back with her loving family

07/12/2024

We save so many lost souls that need time & patience to grow, trust & love. There are far too many humans have failed them. Please if you are able check out these two .. I know there are many other kitties waiting for those who will love them when others have passed them by!!
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06/18/2024

06/18/2024

LITTLE FAMILY ❤️

05/05/2024

These lovely cats are waiting for a loving & caring home.
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04/27/2024

THIS Sunday at Greenhawk in Mississauga
June Blackburn will be available to meet / ask questions - buy her new book!
5665 McLaughlin Rd
12pm- 5pm don't miss the opportunity to meet in person and chat with this amazing lady!

04/26/2024

Buddy

Friday April 5th, a post on a local lost and found page stated a small white dog was hanging around the local municipal landfill site. The dog appeared to be badly matted and in distress.
I went out to assess the situation and the possibility the dog may have been owned by someone local. While surveying the area I was unable to locate the dog.
I spoke with a county employee asking if they spot the dog to call.
As the site was owned by the County of Norfolk we knew it that obtaining permission to put traps/ surveillance cameras on the property would be difficult to say the least. Traps were sent up off site however the amount of traffic in the area made this sweet pup reluctant to leave the safety of the compound. Sadly the dog did not appear. Trapping efforts continued at this location for several days. During this time it became increasingly apparent that there were concerned residents leaving food at the landfill site for this wee lost soul. This only hampered our attempts to big the dog to safety.

On Sunday morning after being out there most of the night and morning with no sightings, it made me wonder if the dog moved.
9 am my feelings were confirmed.
I received a call from a person who I had spoken with the day before to find out the dog was a concession south running down the street. Over the next week, I had multiple sightings with the dog running up and down one street, but running back and forth 4 kilometres.
Because it wasn’t settling, it would be hard for it to find the trap.
I connected with some amazing people who lived in the area with people driving by - everyone wanted to help.
I was contacted by a homeowner to say the dog has been spotted on their property.
We set up cameras and a feeding station and had sightings with the dog coming close to the trap but not going in.
Then the rain came. And the dog hid.
3 days of heavy rain and no sightings.

The day the sun came out, I made up flyers and placed them in the mailboxes in the area asking them to keep an eye out and let me know of any sightings.
Crickets….
After 9 days of multiple sightings per day, not one.
For over a week.
I started going door to door to place this dog back up and centre.
The next morning I received a call stating the dog was spotted.
I drove out and spoke with some homeowners in the area, only to find a nice family had been putting food out for the dog as they saw it come out of a hiding spot after the rain. They had been feeding it for a week, slowly leading it closer to the home to try to secure it.
After talking with them, they too wanted only the best for this pup and agreed that the spca was the way to go. Not only to get taken care of medically - but they would have the best chance to find its family.
They were going to try to get it in the garage the next day and would call me if they secured it. I offered any assistance if they wanted and needed it.
Around 7 pm, I received the call I had been waiting for. The dog was secure in their house and they asked for me to pick him up so that he could be taken care of by the SPCA.

While he was in my care, I was able to check him out. His fur. It was filthy. The dirt has been caked on him so much that it changed the colour of his fur. The mats on his ear were twice the length of his ears. He was a ball of mats and burrs and ticks. I don’t know how he found a comfortable way to lay down. He probably has the same weight in fur as his body weight.

This wee soul is now in the care of the Niagara SPCA & Humane Society, Welland.
We would like to thank all of the wonderful and caring community members who took the time to call in sightings and welcomed us onto their property to save this pup.

04/22/2024

Yet another amazing cat rescue!! There are so many cats in need if homes ... adopting or opening your home to foster saves so many lives!! Please consider helping out a rescue. There strength is in the support and volunteers that step up to be the caregivers of those who need a soft place to land.

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🚨 TODAY WAS AN EPIC DAY... AND I JUST WANT TO GIVE A SHOUT OUT TO ALL OF THE PEOPLE IN AMIMAL RESCUE THAT NO ONE KNOWS ABOUT...

There are so many secret angels you've never seen or heard of. They don't post or share their stories, the horrors or the victories. They just work tirelessly day in & day out, round the clock to provide safety & hope to animals in need.

They're manning traps in the woods from 11PM to 3AM because that's when a lost cat has shown up on the satellite camera.

They're going into abandoned dwellings because families abandoned their parents cats in the home & refuse to take them. These kids have taken their parents stuff & leave their parents pets behind, well those secret rescuers are hanging out in those places for days to save those lives.

They're the ones putting themselves in harms way to ensure an animal gets the care they need. I have 2 cats at the rescue that I'm unable to handle. 2 incredible angels from other rescues came & helped me restrain our scaredy cats today so we could administer medication & clip nails, wow were these women magical!

Today I received much needed KMR, donated from another rescue & RBAR was also able to extend much needed supplies to another rescue.

It's this magical network of epic humans, just being earth angels so few even know exist. To those nameless, faceless, fly by night earth angels, I cannot extend enough gratitude. Thank you for all you provide the animal rescue community, we couldn't do it without you! ❤️ 🐾

04/22/2024

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APRIL 22- 6:20 PM- APPLICATIONS CLOSED!! Thank you from all of us at TEAM Dog Rescue! Little Teddy has recieved hundreds of applications and email inquiries and our volunteers need time to sift through it all thank you so much for your support!

SPECIAL NEEDS – FOR ADOPTION: My heart was broken as a victim of being born into a puppy mill. Then TEAM Dog Rescue saved me only to find out I do have a broken heart.

Let me explain.

Hi, my name is Teddy.
I am only 13 weeks old.
TEAM Dog Rescue works with a large coalition of other rescue organizations that help move dogs out of Ontario puppy mills into safety.
I was not lucky to be born into a puppy mill, but I know how lucky I am to be saved from one.

When I joined foster care 3 weeks ago, everyone could not stop cooing over me. You see, I am a Golden Retriever, and am an absolutely stunning little happy puppy.
My first stop after meeting my foster family was the veterinarian, me being as delightful as I am gorgeous, loved meeting everyone in sight at the clinic.
Then came the examination.
The doctor was rubbing my chin and just relishing how cute and playful I was.
They put on their stethoscope and listened to my chest.
Their smiles turned serious.
The atmosphere changed in a second and all the adults were whispering and looking very concerned.
The looks I was receiving; the touches on my head and kisses I received during this exam… I understand now to be sympathy.
I heard pieces of the conversation but didn’t understand the seriousness of it and only caught a few words….heart murmur….Grade 5 out of 6…..bad….tragic….so young…just a baby…it was a puzzle I couldn’t quite solve and I was brought to another doctor. This was a special one, a cardiologist, and she was going to listen to my chest too and do some more tests to understand why everyone was so concerned.

The cardiologist said I have something called Sub Aortic Stenosis.
Which means the valve that pumps my heart is too small.
As a result the left side of my heart is working a lot and the right side isn’t.
They are going to put me on a medication to help not overwork my heart.
But the prognosis is very sad.

Now we know why the puppy mill didn’t want to sell me.

Because I was born with a broken heart.

We asked how much time I have and the answer was devastating….I only have 1.5 years to live.

TEAM Dog Rescue would like the balance of my short life expectancy to be memorable, not to be in foster care, but to be with a family of my very own.
They would like to adopt me out to a family who will provide me with my utopia, TEAM in turn will continue to pay for the heart medications (its called Atenolol) prescribed to me for the duration of my life in return.

I wish I had more time on this earth.
I wish I wasn’t a product of greed and exploitation and born into a puppy mill.

But what I do know is today? I am still an adorable little playful puppy, I love people, fun, and anything else a 13 week old puppy enjoys and I deserve a family of my own.
Its a tall order, knowing you are adopting a young puppy who looks perfect on the outside, but has a broken heart on the inside, and on borrowed time, but I know they are out there.

Thank you!

Love
Teddy
Xoxo

04/22/2024

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Andrea was walking along a Toronto street when she spotted a weak red fox on the road. She watched as he took a few steps before collapsing onto the pavement...

03/22/2024

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🐰Cottontails are being found Everywhere ! Here, pictures are examples to protect the bunny nest for 14days before they move along. Letting mama IN to feed while keeping predators OUT. You may never see mama she’s like a stealthy ninja 🥷 Only feeding twice a day, not being seen. And if you are still worried if she’s coming by - apply this technique - place flour or sticks around the baby nest and if disturbed you know she’s come by!

Thank you Wildsouls wildlife rescue

03/21/2024

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🐾🏠 URGENT APPEAL: Shelter at Full Capacity for Dogs 🏠🐾

We find ourselves once again at full capacity for dogs in our shelter. With a striking 41% increase in stray dog intake in 2023 compared to the previous year, our resources are stretched thin. The high rates of stray dogs and owner surrender requests continue to pour in, putting immense pressure on our already full kennels. We urgently need loving homes for these dogs through adoption or fostering to make space for more animals in need.

🐶 How You Can Help: If you can, please consider adopting a pet from our shelter. By giving a home to a furry friend, you not only save a life but also open up space for others. Check out our website for adoptable animals: https://www1.brampton.ca/EN/residents/Animal-Services/Pages/Adoption.aspx

🐾 Foster Care Option: If adoption isn't feasible, temporary fostering is a fantastic way to help. It provides a safe environment, reduces shelter overcrowding, and prepares the pet for their forever home. Learn more or sign up to foster by emailing [email protected].

🏡 Community Support: Let's work together to keep pets out of the shelter. Lost pets are often near home, so a temporary stay in the neighbourhood can increase their chances of reuniting with their families. If you find a pet or need assistance, contact us at 905.458.5800 or [email protected].

🌟 Spread the Word: If you can't assist directly, please spread awareness. Share our posts, inform your circle, and encourage others to join our cause. Every bit of support counts, and united, we can change the lives of these animals in crisis.

Thank you for your compassion and support! 🐾❤️

03/21/2024

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03/12/2024

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🚨URGENT FOSTERS AND DOGSITTERS NEEDED🚨

Our hearts are heavy as we reach out to our community for help. As we stare at the growing stack of surrender applications — forty in number — and field dozens of inquiries for local surrenders in the few short months of 2024, we're faced with the reality that our hands are tied.

With no open foster homes, we're unable to even entertain the thought of taking in local surrenders or extending a lifeline to our rescue partners The pleas flood our inboxes, each one a desperate cry for help from pet parents who have exhausted all options, some even resorting to threats of euthanasia if we cannot intervene. It's a heartbreaking reality that we can't ignore.

Our rescue partners, both near and far, are stretched thin, overwhelmed by the sheer volume of animals in need. Ground transports are delayed by the scarcity of adopters and fosters, flights meant to bring dogs to safety are coming back without dogs all because there are simply no available foster homes. Every day, we're faced with the harsh reality that lives are at stake, and without your help, we're powerless to save them.

At Fetch + Releash, we do not discriminate. Senior dogs, those with medical conditions, and those who are deaf, blind, or have special needs are all welcome under our care. Every soul deserves a chance, and we are committed to providing it, against all odds.

As the weather warms, we urge you to consider opening your heart and home to a dog in need. Fostering costs nothing but time and love, yet it means everything to these dogs. We provide all the necessary support — you provide the care and compassion until they find their forever homes.

Click here to sign up to foster or dogsit: https://fetchandreleash.ca/fostering-101

Unable to foster or dogsit? There are still countless ways you can help. Share our posts and spread the word to help us find loving homes for these deserving dogs.

03/08/2024

Bogart is a pup rescued by our team in the Caledonia area. Bogart was fortunate enough to settle at a home where we had previously rescued another lost soul. They contacted us and we were more than happy to help this sweet gentle boy. Please if you are able to spare a few dollars to help with his medical care please help. He still needs our help.
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Introducing Bogart, a brave two-year-old Mastiff Rottweiler mix whose journey from stray to survivor has captured our hearts. Rescued from the bitter chill of winter, Bogart is now preparing to undergo treatment for heartworm, a crucial step in his path to recovery.

Despite his challenging beginnings, Bogart's spirit remains unbroken, and he's ready to embrace a future filled with love and warmth. However, his journey towards health comes with financial obstacles, and we need your help to ensure Bogart receives the care he needs.

Your donation can make a world of difference in Bogart's life. With your support, we can cover the costs of his treatment and provide him with the chance to live a happy, healthy life filled with cuddles and companionship.

Bogart's story is a testament to the resilience of animals in need, and your generosity can be the turning point in his journey. Please consider donating today to give Bogart the second chance he deserves. Together, we can help this lovable guy overcome his obstacles and find the loving home he's always dreamed of. Thank you for your kindness and compassion.

Please make your donations to: https://gofund.me/857cd9b6
Or in person/over the phone 905-637-7325 at Burlington Humane Society.

02/27/2024

This is one small step owners of lost pets can make ... please be careful regarding information you provide others. Just as we guard our own personal information, so should you guard your pets

01/24/2024

Please share and make people aware!!

https://www.coyotewatchcanada.com/site/blog/2019/02/21/breaking-down-the-coyote-mating-meme?fbclid=IwAR2K8cAILy4Nfo44BoDam_wcA1viZfBF7xsOU7UwnsSDY-H35qxVFIfx1nY

If you’re friends with a pet owner, dog walker, or maybe even just someone who’s a fan of clicking the ‘share’ button, you’ve likely seen the post below. It states that coyotes are actively mating, and that they become more aggressive at this time of year. Further, it implies that coyotes ...

01/07/2024

Although this is a light-hearted meme ... this is so true ..
We often hear "my dog NEVER wanders. I don't know what happened"

01/04/2024

No truer words have ever been spoke ❤️❤️

12/04/2023

This has been a long time coming!!! Now to see if it will be enforced

Ontario Cracking Down on Puppy Mills | Ontario Newsroom

11/24/2023

Dear Feral Cat Caregivers .. Please, when putting your winter cat shelters together, I beg you to please research and find alternatives to using corrugated plastic tubing of any type!! The animals taking up residents within these shelters arent always lost / stray / abandoned cats. Often it can be wildlife seeking shelter from the elements. These two souls pictured in this infographic paid the price for warmth with their lives. Please look for alternatives to windbreakers or ensure the windbreakers are fastened with washers and screws to the plastic tote. Making that one small change could save others from a long & painful death!!

11/13/2023

With so many pets being abandoned we feel it is imperative to remind everyone that some of these wayward souls need specific care.
We often hear about SURVIVAL MODE in lost and missing pets as it pertains to a pets behaviour .. this is a reminder that the BODY also goes into a metabolic survival mode.
Many lost pets are found days, weeks or months following their escape from their caregivers. They have gone without proper nutritional intake for sometime and not only have their basic animal instincts clicked in but their BODIES are also in survival mode.
When an animal has gone without food for any period of time the body needs to maintain itself. This can often produce a profound shift in metabolic functioning as the body fights to maintain vital organs.
There are many factors surrounding this but one should always err on the side of caution when food is reintroduced to any found pet. Found pets should ALWAYS be examined by a veterinarian prior to reintroducing food / water. Only tiny amounts should be provided to them at the time of capture. Surprizingly enough, many lost pets found in areas where there is ample amounts of water sources are often dehydrated. This again is the bodies basic need to maintain proper functioning.
Refeeding Syndrome is a true threat to any found pet as it can cause permanent damage or DEATH!!
Please consult with a veterinarian prior to reintroducing food.