Eagle's Den Rescue

12/23/2024

I know you have been waiting for an update and I'm sorry it wasn't posted sooner. Beth had a bad fall the other day and is in bed with broken ribs.

She sent these pictures to share with you. Little Dude is doing well so far. The e-collar they gave him at the vet was too small but luckily Beth had a larger one at home and he seems to be tolerating it.
He's still getting used to being able to breathe correctly and now likes to suck on his tongue.
Poppy gave him kisses when she knew he wasn't feeling well and it evolved into him using her as his own personal pillow. You can see how thrilled she is in the last picture.

He does still have a balance remaining at the vet and if you would like to help with that PayPal and Venmo are always the fastest way.

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Eagle's Den Rescue
1453 Campbell Road
Clarkton NC 28433

As soon as Beth is feeling better, I'm sure she will post again. Please keep her in your prayers as these ribs heal

12/18/2024

Friends, (Please SHARE for PRAYERS)
This is Beth. I will do an update for H***h in a bit … but first … WE NEED OUR PRAYER WARRIORS please. Christina Mouritzen is taking Beau in for major surgery on his ear today. She has to leave him for the first time since she stepped up for him. Beau is going to be scared and confused. And Christina is scared to death, even though she knows this is the right thing to do. I do understand that fear and concern. I just went through it with Little Dude.
PRAYERS FOR A GOOD OUTCOME FOR BEAU … AND PRAYERS FOR CHRISTINA…

BEAU’S HISTORY:
Do you remember Beau? He was most likely used as bait because he is a Pit Bull that WILL NOT fight. He was left for dead after sustaining serious injuries. But Beau is a survivor. While he would not fight other dogs, he did fight to live. Abandoned, starving and in pain, Beau went in search of food and sanctuary. He was chased from a lot of yards as he got into trash cans, hoping to find a morsel of food. Then, FINALLY … rescue came.
Christina Mouritzen had recently lost Mugsy. She was still hurting from the loss, but she knew Beau needed her. We both believe Mugsy had a paw in bringing the two together. Beau was heartworm positive and before anything else could be done to help him, the heartworms had to be taken care of. We all know that is a treatment that can kill a dog. Christina took him for the injections, fearful with every shot. Afterwards, he still tested positive for microfilaria. He was treated with Advantage Plus. Beau came through it, learning all the while that he is loved and will never be abandoned again. Of course, that takes time. Dogs who have been deliberately hurt and “thrown away” keep waiting for the other shoe to drop.
Beau was neutered shortly after finishing the heartworm treatments.
But … Beau’s right ear was badly injured during the times he was attacked by other dogs. He has a lot of scar tissue and constant infections. Beau has no clue what it feels like to not be in constant pain. Anyone who has suffered an earache knows the pain that can come with it. The vet has recommended removal of the right ear canal. If the canal ius widened, it will just thicken again … and there is the constant pain.
This is a serious surgery … but it means an end to the pain Beau has become accustomed to.
So please pray for our two friends: Beau and Christina. I know Mugsy is watching from Rainbow Bridge. Christina: God has this. We love you!
Thank all of you so much,
~Beth~
~EDR~

12/17/2024

This is Beth. I want to thank all of you for the love and support you are giving little H***h.
Our happy Little Dude was very scared and confused today. He loves to dress up in sweaters and coats … and he HATES to have his harness removed. I believe the harness makes him feel secure. Today, he could not understand why I was taking his harness and handing him over to someone he did not know. I tried very hard to reassure him, and the entire staff at Eastern Carolina Veterinary Referral are amazing. Still, it was hard for me to see the fear in Little Dude’s eyes.
Dr Guevara is wonderful. I knew I was leaving Little Dude in very capable hands, but it was still hard. He looked so confused and scared. And, of course, his breathing sounded like an old farm tractor with a really bad spark plug.
The tech called me within the first hour and assured me H***h was doing well. He had been sedated and intubated and was heading into surgery. She said Dr Guevara would call me after the surgery was completed. Of course, I was watching the clock and pacing. I was glad the Denizens needed me to care for them today. It kept me busy and prevented the staff at the clinic from having to embarrass me by chasing me away.
Finally, two and a half hours after the first phone call, Dr Guevara called. Little Dude came through the surgery really well and was resting quietly … “scary quiet” per the doctor. For the first time in his life, Little Dude was breathing QUIETLY and through his nose. He always reminded me of a fish gasping for air with any exertion. And he ALWAYS was a mouth breather. That was his only option with occluded nostrils. So … for the first time ever … Little Dude knew what it was like to breathe. I would love to have been with him when he woke up to this wonderful new ability. He never knew he had a problem because he was born with it. But I was very comforted when Dr Guevara said he was resting “peacefully” with an actual look of wonder.
This little guy had a lot of cards stacked against him heading into this surgery. Several issues had to be addressed. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR PRAYERS AND LOVE. It was a miracle that he came through the surgery without any complications.
Please continue to pray for him. While he has come through the surgery, he remains at risk for complications. He is in ICU and being closely monitored. Also, thank you for continuing to share. Donations can be sent to
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paypal.me/EDRfurfaces
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While the bills must be paid, your love and prayers are also wonderful gifts. Never doubt that. We have seen a lot of miracles with so many of our fur faces. I do not doubt those miracles happened because of your love and prayers. Thank you! As you know, I have seen the worst of humanity. You have been right there with me, witnessing the depravity. Your love and concern give me hope that there is good in this world.
As Always,
You Sustain Us.
~Beth~
~EDR~

dogs

12/16/2024

Good morning friends, Beth asked me to post and let you all know they are at the vet. She asked me to share some pictures with you, but I'm adding some I think are important too.
Today, instead of my usual, I'm going to let Beth's words speak volumes. As most of you know, Beth is a retired nurse, so she is well versed on the medical issues our dogs face. What you don't always see is how fiercely and completely she loves every dog in her care. Thank you Patty and Mark for being there with Beth today.

Please keep sharing for donations and for prayers.

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12/15/2024

Please keep sharing and tagging. This surgery is a matter of life and death for our sweet boy

12/14/2024

Hi everyone, it's Mommy Letha. A really bad storm blew thru the Den and has Mommy Beth's internet knocked out.

As you will recall, Eagles Den posted about a fur kid with a cleft pallet. His name is H***h, aka LittleDude. He finally got his assessment done. The vet that saw him is a specialist in this sort of thing. The vet says he needs this repaired sooner rather than later, soooo H***h has a surgery appointment on Monday.

The surgery will be appx 4000.00, we thought we'd have a bit more time to raise the money, but I guess he is worse than we thought. Beth has been doing all she can to make sure he stays calm, but he's a very young dog and just wants to play. Getting overly excited now would kill him. We need to have this raised by Monday. So, if you can help, please help to save H***h. We were hoping the vet that got us the assessment appointment thought it would be around 3000.00, but she was a little off. I'm sure Beth will give you more details when she gets her internet fixed.
If any of you remember Barney Boo, the dog that was stolen from his home and used as bait, well, this is the vets office that saved him.

The vets office will take donations over the phone this time. They weren't able to for Barney because he was in the emergency room. You will need his name,
H***h McDuffie
The phone number is on the picture of the card, as well as the Dr's name.

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Please remember to pray hard for our baby boy. Cause he's a very sick little boy even if he doesn't seem to know it, because he's never been able to breathe correctly. The vet even commented on his deformed leg, but since that won't kill him and it's not causing him pain, it's not a high priority.

12/09/2024

Hey y'all...it's me Little Dude. Isn't I so fancy in my new coat???? I has to go to the dogter today and Momma wants me lookin my bestest.

Momma Beth is so busy with Uncle Richard sick at the hooman dogter, and our friend Steven being out of town that Auntie Anne said she'd help me talk to y'all.

Momma is worried about not having enough of that green stuff that y'all hoomans like so much. Her is thinkin she's ok for today and we'll just have to wait and see what that dogter has in mind.

Poppy told me y'all are Angels and from what I hear that's a pretty special thing to be. I's hoping that y'all can help my Momma again.

Tanks for listenin to me, I'm just learning this stuff but I'll try to chat with you again another time. We're gonna be leaving for the dogter soon.

This is Anne... with being short two volunteers, Beth is absolutely swamped. In addition to our fur butt's she has been caring for Richard's as well while he's in the hospital. Please keep the prayers coming for him.
Beth thinks she's got enough in the rescue account to at least cover today's visit, but she doesn't know what kinds of testing he will need.

If you'd like to help, PayPal and Venmo are always fastest.

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Of course snail mail is welcome as well

1453 Campbell Road
Clarkton NC 28433.

Beth will let me know how the appointment goes, but if she doesn't have time to post, I will absolutely let you know what they said.

10/26/2024

We have just been made aware of a disturbing case right here in North Carolina. A supposed "trainer" has been arrested for 11 counts of animal cruelty spanning two separate counties.
PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE... if you are considering a board and train program do your research so your babies don't become victims.

A central North Carolina dog trainer charged with animal cruelty in Wake County last week is facing more charges in another county.

10/19/2024

COURTESY POST PLEASE SHARE

These 2 boys are in desperate need of an adopter or rescue. Their Dad recently passed away and he was not able to find homes for them before he died.

His sister is making sure they are cared for temporarily, however she cannot keep them. They are both male and house trained. They are very sweet.

Hos sister will make sure all vetting is updated before they are placed and will assist with transport. #

10/14/2024

Beth asked me to take the emergency post down because we have raised what she needed for the repairs. I cannot thank you all enough.

10/09/2024

I need to apologize for not letting everyone know that we were completely safe after Hurricane Helene. A few ripped tarps are nothing compared to the devastation we have seen coming from Western NC.
Now, it is time for me to ask for prayers for all of our Eagle's Den friends and family in the path of Milton. Lord, please keep these lives safe in your hands

09/25/2024

A SPECIAL LITTLE DUDE'S STORY

Hey Peoples.
I wants to introduce my little self to you'se all. I think you'se know me as H***h. I has more names though. My Mama Beth calls me Little Dude. Mommy Letha calls me Scooter Butt. My Aunt Patty calls me Just Too Cute. And my Mama Beth calls me a bulldozer sometimes.
Anyways, whatebber I is called, I is loved. That's what I likes bestest of all.
And I knows you'se all loves me. You'se all helped me go to the vet, and I do appreshanate that ebber so much. That vet lady was good to me. I did run fast back to my Mama Beth though. One of those women put something in my butt to gets some p**p. I did not like that. Heck. I is a very good p**per. I could have gioved her some p**p if she had just asked. No need for her to shovels it out. What you reckon she wanted it for anyways? Very strange if you ask me.
Well, you may remembers I needs help cause somebody just dumpeded me out when it was real hot. It was awful. They did not love me even a little bit I guess. I has this cleft palate thing going on. So I had a hard time breathing in all that heat. I was feeling really bad. I didn't know what terrible thing I had done to be throwed away. Maybe it was cause my legs is funny looking. I just don't know.
But Mama Beth said I didn't do nothing bad! She said those peoples was terrible, not me! Can you believe that? I guess her loves me. Cause I don't think you see any bad in someone you love.
Anyways, that vet lady told my Mama Beth I could die if'n I gets too hot. I don't know bout all that. I just know I has been here on this earth bout a whole year. That vet lady said I is just a puppy. I is not. I is growed up! But I still am not ready to die. I has just started to have fun. Running and playing is the second bestest thing next to being loved to pieces. But when I run and play, I has a hard time getting my breath. That don't feel too good and it is very scary when you can't breathe.
Anyways, Mama Beth tells me I is a Special Little Dude. And that vet lady says I needs to see this specialist to get better. I'm guessing that's cause I is special. I think I would rather be normal than special. Cause I don't wants to die early. Heck. They ain't nothing wrong with me that all this love won't fix. Cause Mama Beth will tell me to calm down when I is having a hard time breathing, and her rubs my ears. Her tells me I is getting over xerted. Heck. I is just cited. I don't know what xerted is. But the love feels real good.

Anyways, when her says I is over xerted, I usually has to go back to my room and be alone so I can calm down. You know what? My Mama Beth has a closet in my room. But she don't keep no clothes in there. Her has blankets and pillows and SO MANY toys. One day her forgot to close that door. I climbed my little self up on the chair next to that closet. I founded me this Teddy Bear. Him's nose is a little funny ... just like mine. And his arm is broke a little, just like mine. I just knew that Teddy Bear would get lonely in that closet. And I thought maybe nobody else would want him with a funny looking nose and a broked arm. It don't feel good to get throwed away. So's I took him out and when Mama Beth came in, I had my little head laying on that Teddy Bear. You know what? She sat down in that chair and her eyes went to leaking. She hugged me and picked that Teddy Bear up. I thought she was going to put it away again. But instead, she hugged that Teddy Bear then gived it back to me.
Mama Beth telled me then, "You really are a Special Little Dude. That Teddy was Faith's, and I know she would want you to have it." I think her knew I needed that Teddy Bear. Then she telled me how special Faith is. So’s I sniffed Teddy’s backside to say “HELLO” all proper like. I does not like being alone and that Teddy is my good friend. Good friends is the third bestest thing.
Mama Beth comes and sleeps with me in my room. But I can tell her is worried. I don't wants to worry her. I just wants to be normal. I feels normal ... but I know I am not. Being normal is the fourth bestest thing.
Anyways, I is telling you all this cause I need your help. That specialist wants something green so she can fix me. I don't think that green stuff is a bestest thing ... but I need it so's I can run and play and be normal. Can you please help me?
Without help ... well ... I won't have a long life. A long life sounds good ... but I think being cited sounds better. I just wants to be cited without getting xerted.
If you can help me, we can be good friends if you want to. Then I can run and play with you. I will be normal and we can loves each other ...
Anyways ... maybe you can think me being your friend is one of your bestest things. But I will be your friend whether I gets help or not.
Anyways ...
Love 4ebber, even if it's not that long,
Little Dude (H***h)

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1453 Campbell Road
Clarkton, NC 28433

A Message from Beth:

Little Dude (H***h) is a French American Bully mix ... a "designer breed." He is about a year old and is most likely the result of inbreeding. In other words human GREED ... Someone wanted a litter of "designer pups." When this Little Dude was not "perfect," he was thrown away like garbage ... and here we are.
Little Dude has a cleft palate and both front legs have deformities. The deformities do not slow him down. It is probable that nothing will be done for his legs unless he starts having trouble. But one thing at a time...
Little Dude eats well, so long as the food is not too large. Right now, he is doing well with Rachel Ray Dish. He also LOVES Little Cesar Chicken or Beef toppers.
We saw the vet and Dr. Martin says he needs to see a Specialist to address problems related to the cleft. His right nostril is totally occluded and he is at high risk for a tracheal collapse. With the complications from the cleft palate, he will not survive without surgery. He must not be exposed to temperature extremes and must not get over exerted.
The Specialist is in Wilmington, NC. For our friends who remember Barney Boo, they are actually affiliated with the emergency vet who saved him. Before we can schedule an appointment we need to raise $3000.
Thank you so much for your love, support and prayers. If you can donate, any amount will help.
As Always,
You Sustain Us ...
Beth
EDR

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