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The Rise Rescue Alliance

We rescue, we train, we educate, we RISE. Located in Port Angeles WA
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The Rise Rescue Alliance is dedicated to saving and improving the lives of dogs by providing education, advocacy and resources to inspire compassionate reform of the industries that serve them.

12/09/2024

Give the gift of hope this holiday season.

Our virtual giving tree is LIVE and it's waiting for you to add your decorations! Follow the link, select a star or light, and add a custom photo and message. You can send a message to the dogs (we LOVE reading them) or give in celebration and honor of someone you love and send them the link to view their message live on our virtual tree. What better way to show them you care, than supporting the dogs of Clallam County in their name?

Here's the link to help us light up our tree: https://riserescue.org/giving-tree/

Prefer to give in person? Stop by Best Friend Nutrition - The Natural Pet Market in Sequim and hang an ornament on our tree. Spread the holiday cheer while helping some really amazing dogs as they search for their happily ever afters.

Happy Holidays!

12/08/2024

Tears all the way around as our perfect gentleman CeeLo left the building today. 🥹

This guy is a total dream. We had no clue why he kept getting passed up. But the universe always has a funny way of waiting for perfection to come along (despite our impatience 😉).

CeeLo is off with his wonderful humans (who by the way came to look at another dog but we all felt like CeeLo fit exactly what they were looking for so we snuck him into the meet and greet..it was love at first sight 😉)

He’s going to be joining his new family on daily walks, outdoor adventures, and of course, he’ll be taking advantage of all of the snuggles.

We miss you already Mr. Perfect. But we are so happy you finally found your happily ever after ❤️

12/07/2024

What a great day! A huge thank you to the good folks at Windermere Sequim (if you are in need of a real estate professional, this team is so wonderful) for inviting Santa down from the North Pole to hang with the dogs for some holiday photos. And thank you to everyone who brought their pups out to join in the fun, and who so generously supported our rescue efforts.

We brought a few of the RISE dogs out to meet Santa and his elf. When they sat with him, they each asked for a forever home of their own this holiday season. ❤

12/06/2024

Come visit us at Windermere Sequim TODAY from 12-5pm! Get your pet's photo taken with Santa while supporting the RISE dogs. It's going to be SO fun!

12/05/2024

Our perfect party guy Otis is off on his next big adventure!

Otis came from a wonderful family who loved him very much. However, when work responsibilities changed, and the family was away for long hours each day, Otis started to struggle. He became destructive and had a tough time being home alone. Otis‘s family came to the heart wrenching realization that they couldn’t give him what he needed, so they reached out to RISE for help.

We evaluated Otis and determined that he was just a young, rambunctious guy who needed someone who was home more than not and could give him lots of exercise and enrichment. We knew we could find him the perfect home, and in the meantime, our trainers would help work on some skills to help him with the transition.

It didn’t take long - Otis quickly became THE go to dog for volunteers to hang with, and other dogs to play with. Otis was the life of the party.

So while we are so sad to see him go, we are so happy that Otis found his perfect human to do life with.

And guess what?

She works from home and is so excited to take Otis on regular walks, meet up with other doggy pals for play sessions, play with toys in the yard, and snuggle up on the sofa at night.

It’s a dog’s dream come true. 🥹

Be the best boy Otis (although we know you will!). We are so excited for all of your new adventures.

12/04/2024

Well...
This isn't what we expected.
Back in September, when we took over the 10 remaining dogs at OPHS after they announced the temporary closure of their dog shelter, one of those dogs had a badly broken leg.
Olaf (his foster renamed him Spanky - it seemed more fitting) had found his way to the shelter after being hit by a car. X-rays were performed and based on the images, the only finding was his broken leg. Spanky was otherwise a healthy, happy, 2 year old dog according to the shelter.
We transferred him to a foster home, and our vet recommended he get worked into daily life, with a slow introduction to exercise to see how the improperly healed leg stood up. At this point, he was using it for balance, and it was still questionable whether it needed to be amputated or he'd be better off keeping it, despite the fact that it was badly deformed.
We wanted to see if, with regular exercise, the broken leg caused him any trouble.
Yesterday he had his follow up visit. We repeated his X-rays to check his leg, but also, to have a good look at his pelvis, hips and spine to make sure there weren’t issues from the accident (there weren't!), and to see how they were doing after months of off-loading weight from the broken leg as he ran, played and hiked daily in his foster home.
When the vet called however, we got news we weren’t expecting.
The vet said that Spanky had pretty extensive neurological damage from the accident and was dealing with considerable vision problems - this made so much sense as he is very tentative in low light and very timid inside.
He lacks something called a "menace response" in that, if you move your hand toward the side of his face/eye, he doesn't flinch or blink...
And when he walks, he drags his feet (we thought this was because of his broken leg, but it turns out it's likely neurological).
The other interesting thing the vet said was that this guy wasn't 2 at all - they'd put him at 6 or 7 (or older) based on his teeth and his physical exam.
So what's next for Spanky?
Well, he's in an amazing foster home where he's being well loved and incredibly well cared for. And he'll stay there until he finds his perfect person who will accept every ounce of him, just the way he is.
At this point, he's being managed with medication and surgery is not recommended. Just continued monitoring and adjustments to his medication as needed.
While Spanky is definitely impacted by this injury - he walks a little funny, needs some medication applied when he starts dragging his toes if they get irritated, and needs some help navigating the world in low light, he still has a lot of healthy years left in him and at the moment, he's having a blast running, playing with his doggy pals, and going for walks with his foster mom.
(Oh, and his foster mom made a maze of rugs through her house so he doesn’t have to navigate the slick floors which also likely helps him find his way when he can’t see).
So we are on the hunt for the perfect, low-key, loving home for Spanky. This guy is such a gem - so incredibly sweet, and kind, and the absolute BEST snuggler…whoever adopts him will NOT be disappointed.
(Photos of him in his wonderful foster home with his awesome doggy pals)
To apply to adopt, visit https://j163jarsr1t.typeform.com/to/YvgcEVPA?typeform-source=riserescue.org

12/03/2024

It’s and we wanted to take this opportunity to introduce you to just a few of the dogs that are in our program now (there are many more that share similar stories).

Each one of these pups costs our organization just over $12 per day.

That covers the basic supplies we need to care for them…

The staff directly responsible for their care (we don’t pay directors or administrative staff - they are all volunteers!)…

Vet bills…

And important things like keeping the lights on 😉

While our expenses are shockingly low for a rescue (we work hard to get most of our supplies donated, and we capitalize on volunteer hours for a bulk of our work)…

Because the dogs that enter our program often require extensive rehabilitation…

They are with us for longer than a traditional shelter…

And as a result, our adoption fees rarely cover their expenses by the time they find their new homes.

This is where YOU come in.

Your support helps us help MORE dogs that need us.

Consider making a monthly contribution…

Just $12 will pay for a dog for a day…

And if we get enough supporters to commit to a fraction of what I spend on take out coffee each week 😜 …

We can get our expenses covered so we can open our doors to even more.

Here’s the link to donate: https://givebutter.com/GmL6pl

We couldn’t do this without you.

It takes a village - and we are so grateful you are a part of ours.

12/02/2024

This is a BIG deal...
This guy right here is Apollo, and he's one of our longest residents.
Apollo was found with his littermates in a tree stump in Clallam Bay when he was just a puppy.
He was essentially feral, having missed the critical socialization periods he required to understand the human world.
He was rescued by a good samaritan and then placed into a home, but because of his lack of socialization, he was incredibly fearful, and his family struggled to understand how to manage him.
After months of trying to make it work, they made the difficult decision to bring him to RISE.
Upon first meeting it was clear he needed help. He couldn't walk on the leash without losing his bladder, and he was entirely shut down. He wouldn't move, opting to lie in the middle of the pavement, almost catatonic.
Our amazing team got to work, pairing him with his very own "emotional support dog" who helped him navigate this new world in which he landed in a way he understood.
And with her help, Apollo began to blossom.
We introduced the leash (which was terrifying!), and we worked on simple and fun training with him to give his confidence a boost and help him understand humans better.
But despite all of the work, Apollo, like so many feral dogs, remained a pretty standoffish guy.
As a result, he got passed over by adopters frequently.
We like to think he was just waiting for his perfect family to arrive...
And yesterday they finally did.
Apollo left for his next big adventure with his wonderful new family (he absolutely adores kids and finds them far less scary than adults so we are excited about this match!)
Apollo is embarking on a journey filled with walks, playtime in the yard with the kids, and outdoor adventures like hiking and hitting the beach (he absolutely loves being out in nature). His new family is taking things slow, giving him the time he needs to adjust - in fact, his human mama came to visit him a few times before taking him home, letting him get used to her in a familiar environment and bringing him special treats to help win him over.
It's a bit quieter without Apollo around for sure - letting the dogs out last night felt a bit strange without him there. We already miss him like crazy. But we couldn't be happier for him - and we can't wait to hear about his new adventures!

12/01/2024

is right around the corner…

And there are all sorts of ways you can help us help the dogs of Clallam County who need us…

Everything from donating…

To volunteering…

To simply helping us spread the word…

Helps us help more dogs.

We couldn’t do it without you.

Visit riserescue.org to learn how to get involved.

11/30/2024

Mark your calendar and bring your pup out to meet Santa at Windermere Sequim East on Dec. 6th 🎅🏻

A little birdie told me there will be basset hound elves and trust me…that’s something you don’t want to miss 😉

https://sequimproperty.com/2024/11/05/pet-photos-with-santa-rise-rescue-alliance?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR1NpW9N2iNDqdr8mmc3--x7ZIDi5AewiIc56cbB7LMPq5JjPrKcDs68PdY_aem_Pc5G5h1fyexLrJNQzkZ1Yg

11/28/2024

At Rise Rescue Alliance, we have so much to be grateful for...today, and every day.

Thank you.

11/27/2024

We're a little behind in posting...
Because we've had soooo many amazing things to share.
But this kiddo right here...
This is Quincy...
And he's snuggling up on the sofa in his amazing new home.
Quincy found the best happily ever after...
He has other pups in the home to play with...
And a couple of doggie pals he gets to visit with regularly...
And there are talks of trail walks, and fun training classes, and of course, lots of snuggles (the most important part!)
And while Quincy was a bit nervous about things like riding in the car when he first left us, his new human has done an amazing job exposing him in small doses to help him overcome his fears at his pace...which is exactly what this perfect pup needed.
We miss your sweet face Quincy, but we are so happy you found your perfect human to do life with. And we absolutely love seeing you so happy. ❤

11/26/2024

If you (and your dog!) need assistance this holiday season, please reach out to us.

Call, *text or email to set an appointment to swing by our place. We’ll send you off with a large bag of Purina One dog food, and a new dog bed for your pup.

Available while supplies last.

Pick up at 2751 Old Olympic Hwy in Port Angeles by appointment only.

*Text for fastest response

Big thanks to Greater Good Charities and our friends and Kitsap Humane for making this possible for our community.

11/25/2024

Many of you asked about our Holiday Gala…

Here’s the story.

Since the temporary closure of the humane society’s dog shelter, our team has been working tirelessly on solutions…

Solutions to mitigate the current need for temporary housing for dogs…

And solutions that will target the overpopulation crisis Clallam County is facing at its root.

✔️We took in the 10 remaining, hard-to-adopt dogs from the humane society and moved them all out of the shelter and into foster, forever homes, or transferred them to our campus…

All dogs got spayed/neutered/and any health concerns have been addressed.

✔️ We added a foster program and as a result, we have a record number of dogs in care (38 at present, down from over 40!🤯). Our staff and volunteers are working their tails off to give them the highest quality care (and they are doing a phenomenal job)…

✔️ We sponsored several dogs in the community (some from the humane society shelter closure), whose humans needed support with supplies and veterinary care so the dogs could stay in their homes, right where they belong…

✔️ We helped with temporary housing for several dogs when their owners faced a medical crisis and there was no shelter for them to go to…

✔️ And we have had record breaking (for us!) adoptions and we are so excited about it - so many dogs found AMAZING forever families…

Not only that…

✔️ In conjunction with Greater Good Charities, and Kitsap Humane, we distributed thousands of pounds of pet food, flea and tick medications, and supplies to community members, other area rescues, non-profits, and food banks…

AND…

✔️ We are in the process launching a FREE spay/neuter program for residents of Clallam County.

We’ve been busy!

But here’s the thing…

When it came time for event planning, we realized our manpower was taxed - it was all pointed at the current crisis - and we didn’t feel it was prudent to pull focus away in favor of event planning…

We wanted to keep our staff, volunteers and critical funds right where they belong.

Plainly stated, the dogs need our attention now more than ever.

So we made the decision to cancel our holiday gala this year. It was a tough call as this is a major fundraising event - so please don’t forget about us. (Giving Tuesday is right around the corner - If you want to donate, you can do it here: https://givebutter.com/GmL6pl )

Thank you all for your continued support. We are hoping to be back on track for an event next year. But this year, we are spending the holidays with the dogs. ❤

11/22/2024

Look at this amazing family. Our perfect floofer Marvin left for his new home today, where he’ll get to do all sorts of fun doggie activities on his multi acre property. I hear there is a creek for splashing in and all sorts of fun stuff to explore…

Not to mention, he’ll get to go on daily hikes and learn fun things like Barn Hunt, trick training, obedience and even some parkour. He’s going to have a blast!

But wait…it gets better…

Marvin is headed to live with his new doggie brother Killua (pictured here) and our perfect floofernugget Alfie (now Kuma) who they adopted from us a few months back. Kuma came for the initial meet and greet, but stayed home today so Marvin would have plenty of room to spread out and get comfy on the car ride home. We are pretty sure Kuma and Marvin are related so we are extra excited they get to explore and adventure together.

What a lucky guy Marvin is. We miss him already but we are so excited to hear about all of his adventures.

PS How great is Killua’s photobomb? 😂

11/19/2024

Want to make a rescue dog's day?

A while back someone sent us some of these (whoever you are, THANK YOU!). And we absolutely love them. We fill them with all sorts of yummy stuff, freeze them, and they make a wonderful enrichment toy that keeps the dogs busy for a loooong time. We use them when we have to walk dogs out to potty in the morning, for the dogs who would otherwise get stressed while waiting their turn. They are ultra durable, and last forever!

Here's the thing...they happen to be on sale right now for a ridiculously low price (70% off!). And if you buy 3, you can get one free! So if you wanted to send a fun holiday gift to improve the lives of the pups in our program, these would be AMAZING.

You can ship directly to our location - we'll let the dogs unbox them so you can witness their joy - they absolutely love getting new toys and chews.

Here's the link to order: https://www.chewy.com/nylabone-power-chew-giant-marrow-dog/dp/137707?utm_source=google-product&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=19996370614&utm_content=&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADmQ2V0Zl8Eo7EZt3uauiUDuJfesd&gclid=Cj0KCQiAi_G5BhDXARIsAN5SX7okik2H6AM92MA7r9e_EZImuQruesf8qR4WXUUbWHuCeO-Z8_gVnwMaAmOaEALw_wcB

We SO appreciate you!

11/18/2024

Check out this perfect guy.
This is CeeLo and he came to us when he was just a tiny puppy. He was adopted by a loving family, with his best friend Trooper but after about a year, the family had to move unexpectedly, and were unable to take the dogs...so they came back to hang with us while we worked to find them new homes.
Trooper was scooped up, but CeeLo is still with us and we aren't sure why. I mean, look at that handsome face...and those gorgeous eyes (with perfect eyeliner)! He's irresistable.
CeeLo is a total gem. He walks well on the leash, is housebroken, and is so, so sweet. He is a volunteer favorite for sure. He's great for handling, grooming, and rides well in the car. He's a go anywhere, do anything type of a guy. He's got moderate energy levels - he'd be happy going for a neighborhood walk, would make a perfect hiking companion, but is also down for netflix and sofa snuggles. He's happy so long as he gets to hang out with you.
If you are interested in meeting our perfect guy CeeLo, visit https://j163jarsr1t.typeform.com/to/YvgcEVPA?typeform-source=riserescue.org

*Photos by Brianna Johnson at Olympic Dog Photography

11/15/2024

And she's off!
Our perfect party pup Stormy left last night with her new family and we are so excited for her.
Her new humans made the trek, traveling quite a distance...after work...in order to meet Stormy, make sure their current dogs approved (they did!) and take her home. Talk about dedication! (although Stormy is pretty darn special, so we get it!)
Stormy has a new husky brother and sister to romp with in her new, husky approved, big, beautiful yard - watching her play with them when they came to visit was so much fun!
There are talks of daily walks around the neighborhood, long walks in the wooded trails near her new house, and even some camping trips in her future (I've been told they got a giant camping mattress so ALL THREE dogs can snuggle up in bed on camping trips).
Be the best girl Stormy. We are all going to miss you like crazy (especially your doggie besties) but we are so happy for you.

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Until we meet again 💔 Today was one of those days we hate in rescue. Today, we had to say goodbye to our sweetest guy Gus. Gus developed neurological symptoms that sent us on a rollercoaster… With the help of our amazing vet, we left no stone unturned trying to figure out how we could help him... But just when we thought we were on a good path and things were looking up, the coaster would take a turn and Gus would veer off the tracks. After a lot of ups, where we were certain he was getting better, and downs, where we were convinced we were losing him… ER visits, countless vet visits, tons of really great days, and so many sleepless nights... Today, Gus told us in no uncertain terms that the ride was over. This is how we choose to remember Gus. Playing and having a blast with his BFF. Rest easy my friend. I hope you know how much you were loved.

Floofy boy Alfie just got back from his first grooming session at Lap Dog Legends and he's feeling good! We love this place, because they are totally fear free and aren't in a rush to force grooming on dogs who might not be used to it. Alfie was just rescued after being abandoned. His skin is in pretty rough shape. And he's overwhelmed. He's experienced A LOT of life changes recently. So it makes sense that grooming, with the big force dryers, and the loud noises might be a bit scary. Too much force in the grooming process, and not only will Alfie be afraid, but life long problems with grooming could result. And no one wants that. Alfie's groomer took him through much of the grooming process today. She was able to give him a deep conditioning treatment and use the dryer on him, but she stopped when he started feeling stressed. She's great at reading his subtle signs, and decided to quit before he became totally overwhelmed. When I picked him up he was all tail wags - it was clear he really liked her - he wasn't overly stressed, traumatized, or fearful...and that was the goal! Alfie will go in for short sessions - we're breaking his first groom into bite size pieces - so he learns to LOVE grooming, not fear it. We are so grateful to the Jessie and all the folks at Lap Dog Legends for giving our sweetest boy their full attention, being patient with him and making sure he had a super positive experience. He's excited to go back!