Rover's Do Over, Frankfort, NY (2025)

07/09/2025

Meet Marvin: the canine embodiment of perfection, yet somehow still searching for his forever home. 💔

Once a stray navigating the streets of Utica, Marvin found himself feeling overwhelmed and anxious in the kennel environment. Fortunately, a kind-hearted family stepped in to foster him, and boy, did he hit the jackpot! 🎰 In his foster home, this once-timid boy has truly come into his own, blossoming into the charming companion we all knew he could be.

At just 1-2 years old, Marvin is already a pro at being housebroken and crate trained. He’s currently living the good life with other dogs, proving he’s not just a pretty face—he’s polite, well-mannered, and oh-so-gentle. Seriously, what more could you possibly want in a furry friend? 🐾

Don’t let this opportunity slip through your fingers! ⏰ Apply to adopt Marvin here: https://www.roversdoover.com/adopt

Let’s give this perfect pup the forever home he deserves! 🐶

07/08/2025

🚨 URGENT: LOST DOG ALERT 🚨
Lily was adopted this afternoon and being the escape artist she is, slipped out of her harness near her new home in Holland Patent (Asher Drive). She’s microchipped and recently spayed. If you spot her, please don’t chase—call Rover’s Do Over IMMEDIATELY at 315-731-0980 with any sightings! 🙏
Let’s bring this pup back home safely. Please share widely! 🐾

07/08/2025

🚨🚨URGENT FOSTER OR ADOPTER NEEDED🚨🚨

Through no fault of his own, Gunner is facing the unfortunate loss of his foster home. It’s hard to believe that this charming fellow hasn’t found his forever family yet, but now is the perfect time to change that!

Gunner is a one-year-old German Shepherd with a heart brimming with love and a personality that could light up the darkest of days. He adores everyone he meets—seriously, if you’re human, he’s your biggest fan! Don’t let this lovable pup slip through the cracks; he’s ready to bring joy and companionship into your life! 💕

Gunner is:
✔️ Dog-friendly
✔️ People-loving
✔️ Loyal, playful, and full of potential

This boy wants to thrive — he just needs someone to give him that chance.

📍 Apply to foster: www.roversdoover.com/foster
📍 Apply to adopt: www.roversdoover.com/adopt

07/08/2025

🐾 FOSTER OR ADOPTED NEEDED 🐾

Norman is hands-down one of the cutest, most charming pups you’ll ever meet. With his squishy face, wiggly body, and sweet demeanor, it only takes five minutes with him before you’ll want to scoop him up and take him home!

This lovable guy is currently at animal control, and while he’s keeping his spirits up, we know he’d thrive in a home.

🐶 Found as a stray – we don’t know much about his past, but he’s full of love
🐶 Great with people and friendly with other dogs
🐶 Goofy, affectionate, and guaranteed to make you smile
🐶 The ultimate mood-booster with four paws and a tail

Norman is ready to trade kennel life for couch life—but we need a foster home to make it happen.

✨ If you’ve got room in your home and heart for a low-rider sweetheart, Norman is ready to roll in and steal the show.

📍 Apply to foster: www.roversdoover.com/foster
📍 Apply to adopt: www.roversdoover.com/adopt

📣 Can’t foster or adopt? Share his story—his happiness is contagious!

07/07/2025

🚨 EMERGENCY FOSTER HOMES NEEDED 🚨
Our local animal control is completely full, and we need your help now more than ever.

These sweet dogs are patiently waiting for a chance — a chance to stretch their legs, feel safe, and be loved. But with every kennel full, there’s nowhere else for them to go. 💔

We’re calling on our community to open their hearts and homes, even just temporarily. Fostering saves lives by giving these dogs the space and comfort they need while we search for their forever families.

📸 Each dog you see pictured here is ready to leave the shelter today with a foster family.
🦴 We provide supplies and support — you provide the love.
⏳ Time is not on their side. The sooner we find foster homes, the more dogs we can help.

Please apply to foster today at www.roversdoover.com/foster
Or send us a message if you have any questions!

Let’s come together and make room — even one open home can make a world of difference. 🐾💙

07/06/2025

**Introducing Rosco: A Heartwarming Journey of Resilience and Hope**

Meet Rosco, a little sweetheart who has captured our hearts! At just 13 weeks old, this brave pup joined the RDO family a mere week and a half ago, after being discovered as a stray in the City of Utica. He was malnourished and struggling to walk, his legs deformed from neglect.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Utica Animal Control for their swift action in bringing Rosco to Waterville Vet, where compassionate professionals fitted him with braces to support his fragile legs. (Video of Rosco when he first arrived at the vet in the comments 😢)

Recognizing his urgent need for care, we quickly arranged a temporary foster home for Rosco, ensuring he received the extra love and attention he so desperately needed while attending his upcoming veterinary appointments.

Since becoming part of the RDO family, Rosco has been to Heritage Vet, who referred him to the esteemed specialists at Cornell. There, Dr. Tinga conducted a thorough examination, sedating Rosco for CT scans of his legs. The heartbreaking conclusion revealed that his deformities stemmed from neglect, malnutrition, and confinement in a cramped space. 💔

However, there is a glimmer of hope! The specialists have determined that there appears to be no bone involvement; the issues seem to be confined to soft tissue. With diligent care and splinting of his legs over the next 6 to 10 weeks, there is a strong possibility that Rosco's legs will begin to heal and correct. Rosco is scheduled for a follow-up appointment at Cornell in approximately one month, where they will assess the healing progress of his legs.

We would like to express our deepest gratitude to Rosco’s incredible fosters, Ema and Kevin, who stepped up without hesitation to provide him with the care he needs and to accompany him to his veterinary appointments. Your kindness and support mean the world to us! 🙏🏼

Now, we are seeking a more permanent placement for Rosco—either a long-term foster or someone willing to foster him with the intention of adopting him once he is medically cleared.

We invite you to join us in giving Rosco the life he truly deserves! 🫶🏼
If you feel compelled to help, please apply here: https://www.roversdoover.com/foster

As you can imagine, Rosco’s veterinary expenses are accumulating rapidly, and the uncertainty of his future weighs heavily on our hearts. If you wish to contribute to Rosco’s care, donations can be made through http://roversdoover.com/donate or via Venmo at .

Thank you, as always, for your unwavering support! ❤️ Together, we can make a difference in Rosco’s life.

07/06/2025

We can hardly believe that Evie is still waiting for her forever home! 💔

This 2-year-old gem is the complete package — affectionate, loyal, and happiest when she’s right by your side. Think of her as your personal shadow, always ready to snuggle, go for a walk, or simply hang out wherever you are.

Evie came to us through local animal control, and it was clear she had been overbred. But those days are behind her! She’s been spayed, fully vetted, and is ready to embrace her new life. 💕

Housebroken and making impressive strides in cohabiting with the kitties in her foster home (yes, she’s learning not to chase them!), Evie is eager to find a family that appreciates her unique charm. We’re more than happy to arrange dog meet-and-greets to see if she’s the perfect fit for your household!

Evie has an abundance of love to share — all she needs is a safe, loving home where she can finally feel like she belongs. 🏡

📍 Ready to make Evie’s dreams come true? Apply to adopt her at www.roversdoover.com/adopt

07/05/2025

In light of the recent surge in abuse and neglect cases, we feel compelled to share a remarkable success story that shines a beacon of hope amidst the darkness. You may recall the heart-wrenching tale of Snoop, a dog discovered in a residence by the Utica Police Department at the beginning of May.

Valerie, one of our dedicated foster caregivers, immediately recognized Snoop’s plight and stepped forward to offer him a second chance. Valerie has consistently opened her heart and home to dogs in desperate need.

Last week, she and her family stopped by and made it official by signing the adoption papers, welcoming Snoop, now known as “Sweets”, as a permanent member of their family! 😍😍

We cannot express enough gratitude to Valerie for being a lifeline for Sweets and countless other dogs who have crossed her path. Though Sweets faced a tumultuous beginning, he now knows only love and security, a testament to the transformative power of compassion. 💕

As a foster-based organization, we rely on the selflessness of individuals like Valerie, who provide a safe haven for our dogs. A heartfelt THANK YOU to all our fosters and adopters! Your unwavering support is the foundation of our mission, and we owe everything to YOU! 🫶🏼

Take a moment to witness Sweets’ incredible transformation thus far in the photos below 📸:

07/05/2025

🚨🚨 A HEARTFELT UPDATE ON GINNY 🚨🚨

It is with heavy hearts that we share the devastating news that Ginny, the resilient soul recently rescued, has sadly passed away due to the severe neglect she endured. Despite the efforts of the Waterville Veterinary Clinic, Ginny’s body could not overcome the hardships she faced.💔

Ginny was one of two cases of neglect recently reported in the City of Utica. Her story, alongside Clementine’s—who is now thriving in a loving foster home—reminds us why our mission at Rover’s Do Over is so vital. We remain committed to providing a second chance for animals like Ginny, offering them the care, safety, and love they deserve.

We urgently need foster homes to continue this life-saving work. By opening your home to a pet in need, you provide a nurturing environment where animals can heal, grow, and find their forever families. If you can foster, please apply here: roversdoover.com/foster

Meet Ginny, a resilient soul who was discovered wandering the streets, malnourished and emaciated, a heartbreaking victim of cruelty. Ginny is one of two cases of neglect reported this week in the City of Utica. Just yesterday, we welcomed the first of these cases, Clementine, into a loving foster home, where she is finally receiving the affection and care she so desperately deserves. Now, we turn our attention to Ginny, and we need your help to ensure she receives the same love and support! 🫶🏼

Ginny was rushed to Waterville Veterinary Clinic, where she is now on a carefully monitored refeeding schedule. What she needs most is a quiet, nurturing environment where she can decompress, heal from her past trauma, and discover the warmth of love for the first time. Despite the hardships she has faced, Ginny remains a sweet and gentle spirit, her tail still eager to wag. She may be scared, but her spirit is unbroken. ❤️

If you can provide Ginny with the safe haven she needs on her journey to a brighter future, please apply here: https://www.roversdoover.com/foster

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Utica Animal Control, the Utica Police Department, and Waterville Veterinary Clinic for their swift action in this matter. The Utica Police Department is actively searching for Ginny's previous owner, so if you have any information, please contact them at 315-223-3461. ☎️

💸 Support our rescue efforts: Donations can be made via Facebook, at http://roversdoover.com/donate, or through Venmo .

📢 Please share this post to help us find Ginny’s perfect match! Together, we can make a difference. 🫶🏼

07/04/2025

🚨 FOSTER OR ADOPTER NEEDED FOR ZUKE! 🚨

Meet Zuke — a stunning 8-month-old husky mix with piercing blue eyes and a whole lot of love (and zoomies!) to give. 💙

Zuke is your classic big puppy: energetic, goofy, and still figuring out the world. He loves other dogs (though his play style is on the rowdy side), does well with cats, and would thrive in an active home where he can get plenty of exercise, structure, and continued training.

🐾 Zuke is ready to find his footing in a home. He needs someone who can show him the ropes, help him learn manners, and give him the consistency every young dog deserves.

He’s not perfect — but he’s perfectly full of potential. And with a little guidance, this big baby is going to make someone an incredible adventure buddy. 🐕💨

If you’ve been thinking about fostering or adopting, now is the time. Zuke needs a soft place to land — can it be yours?

📍 Apply to foster at www.roversdoover.com/foster
📍 Or adopt at www.roversdoover.com/adop

07/03/2025

❤️FOSTER FOUND❤️
🐾 FOSTER HOME NEEDED FOR THIS SWEET GIRL 🐾

Thanks to the swift action of Utica Police Department Animal Control, sweet Clementine was rescued from a dire situation and brought to safety. Her former owner has been arrested, and now this brave girl is ready for a fresh start.

Clementine has endured unimaginable neglect. This precious girl is malnourished and extremely underweight, but thanks to the dedicated care from the team at Waterville Veterinary Clinic, she’s now on a carefully monitored refeeding schedule and receiving the love and attention she so desperately needed. 💕

Clementine is currently safe but we are seeking a long-term foster hero who can provide the stable, loving environment she deserves as she continues her journey to recovery. This sweet soul is ready for her do-over—a chance to become the healthy, happy dog she was always meant to be. 🐶

Animal cruelty is a heartbreaking reality, and cases like Clemetine’s remind us why our mission matters. Every day, we fight to give animals like her a second chance, but we can’t do it alone. Your donations help us provide critical medical care, food and supplies for dogs in need. Together, we can rewrite their stories. 💪

✨ We’re proud to be working alongside our elected officials and local law enforcement agencies to strengthen animal cruelty prevention efforts with promising initiatives on the horizon, and we deeply appreciate the compassion and support from our community for animals in need like Hope.

➡️ If you can open your heart and home to foster Clementine long-term, please reach out! Let’s show her what love and care feel like. 🏡

📩 Learn more and complete our foster application at roversdoover.com/foster
💸 Support our rescue efforts: Donations can be made via Facebook, at
roversdoover.com/donate or Venmo

📢 Please share this post to help us find Clemetines’s perfect match!

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