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08/21/2024

Big Mama Update: Big Mama's gall bladder surgery was successful, she is back at PWD recuperating. Thank you to all the well-wishers and donations towards her health.

Thank you to the specialists and support staff at Dogs and Cats Emergency & Specialty who diagnosed her and treated her.

(and a huge thanks to those who helped me lift her in and out of my car!)

08/16/2024

Meet Khloe, an 8 lb Yorkie mix. Khloe was brought into the Philadelphia shelter as a severe neglect case.

She has very old bilateral Achillies tendon tears, most likely secondary to severe matting causing strangulation wounds above her hocks. Khloe received NO vet care, the pain this little one endured for the first part of her life is unfathomable. That chapter is now behind her and she is ready for her best chapter yet!

Our orthopedic team has examined her, and they believe fixing her legs now would be a truly heroic effort. She is NOT in any pain now and her newly formed legs have not slowed her down.

We all love her! She definitely has a positive attitude ❤️

She is so lucky to be in one of our medical foster homes. Here are a few words about Khloe from her foster family:

“Khloe absolutely loves her humans and just can’t seem to get enough of them. She adores children, completely house trained in fosters home, listens exceptionally well, and is ready to enjoy life with a family that will spoil her.

This cutie has been showing her foster family just how much she appreciates being saved with endless kisses. Her floppy feet don’t stop her from wanting to play and with the assistance of a wheelchair (as needed), she can let loose and exert some of that playful energy. Come meet this beautiful girl, we guarantee she will leave a smile on your face."

Contact us to set up an appointment to meet Miss Khloe!

*video in comments of this determined little one climbing a full set of stairs*

Please share!

08/07/2024

Papi vs. Cicada 🤣

08/06/2024

This past weekend we lost our quirky little Peanut.

Peanut was loved and cared for by a wonderful fospice Mom, Jess. He lived way longer than we all anticipated thanks to her compassionate care.

There is a very special place for those kind humans who open up their homes and hearts to senior dogs.

We appreciate Jess and her willingness to help these older dogs! She has helped many PWD pups, we are very grateful!

RIP Peanut, you were in safe and loving hands for the last two years of your life.

07/31/2024

Check it out! Thank you Tim Weaver and Maertens Jewelry ❤️

07/28/2024

If you’re local and near Solomons, go to Maertens Jewelry from now until 8/3 and view/purchase for donation, some awesome artwork on display.

We definitely see a few we need hanging at the rescue! They are all so cute and unique.

Thank you to all involved in making this fundraiser happen for PWD!

07/23/2024

Meet Chief!

Meet Chief, a resilient 3-year-old, 40-pound Lab mix with a heart as big as his courage. Chief's spirit remains unbroken despite being born blind and hearing impaired. This brave boy was found after surviving alone for weeks, possibly even a month, in a vast 4,000-acre state park in West Virginia. His story of survival is nothing short of miraculous, demonstrating his incredible willpower and determination.

Chief thrives on routine and enjoys the comfort of a quiet, less stimulating environment. He may do best as an only dog or with a calm, low-key adult or senior canine companion. His crate & house trained, quiet nature, make him a delightful and manageable addition to any home.

In the yard, Chief is a sight to behold. With his slight tail curl and signature prance, he joyfully explores his surroundings, tail up and spirit high. His prancing is a testament to his happiness and contentment, a joy to witness for anyone who spends time with him.

Chief is a beautiful mix of independence, curiosity, and bravery. He's funny, quiet, and always ready to explore his world in his own unique way. With his vaccinations up to date and being neutered, Chief is ready for his forever home.

Chief is your perfect match if you seek a special companion who embodies resilience and love. He's waiting for a family to call his own, to share his prancing joy and quiet strength.

Chief would love to have a family of his own! Will you be the one to give him the loving home he deserves?

07/22/2024

Our little Blossom, was not with us for long, 5 days to be exact. When her adopters walked through our gates with their 3-legged pup, Moose, we knew right away it was a done deal!

Blossom (now Daphne) and Moose had an immediate canine connection!

We just received an adoption update and wanted to share:

“Daphne (formerly Blossom) is quickly learning all the best parts of life from her matching big brother, Moose. In her first week, she's mastered potty training, stairs, and her new name! She's woo-ed all of the staff at the Ministry of Brewing, discovered her favorite toys, and soaked up every second of her first camping trip in the Catskills. We love her so, thank you PWD!”

We wish you all the best Daphne! These pictures say it all.

07/19/2024

Meet Zeus: Your Loyal Furry Guardian!

Looking for a warm, loving companion to keep you safe and cozy?

Zeus, a majestic, intelligent 2.5-year-old, Blind, Great Pyrenees mix, is here to be your loyal, fluffy friend!

Zeus was surrendered due to his family's changing living situation and has been with us since October 2023. Despite being blind, Zeus is full of love and ready for his forever home.

Why Zeus is perfect for you:

Snuggle Master: Loves human attention and belly rubs and will snuggle against your legs or in your lap.

Loyal Listener: Follows your voice and appreciates gentle guidance. Wherever you are, Zeus will be!

Polite Eater: Waits patiently for meals and navigates stairs like a champ.

Playful Adventurer: Enjoys romping in a fenced yard, gets the big dog zoomies, and would make a great hiking buddy- He walks great on leash.

Housebroken and Quiet: Only barks at unfamiliar noises.

Zeus would thrive as an only dog (he does fine with dogs outside but prefers to be the king of the castle when inside), with children 10 years and older (due to his size) and prefers a feline-free home.

Please share Zeus' story to help him find his perfect match. He’s ready to be your furry protector and best friend!

07/17/2024

Meet Maxx: The Grumpiest Pekingese in Town!

Are you a die-hard Pekingese fan? Do you have a soft spot for senior dogs with a touch of attitude?

Look no further because Maxx is here to steal your heart!

Maxx, the cantankerous yet lovable rescue dog, found himself in a bustling city shelter after his long-time human companion died. No wonder he's grumpy—he's been through a lot!

When Maxx arrived, we noticed his left eye was causing him great pain. Our amazing eye doctor took one look and knew it had to go. Now, Maxx is a one-eyed wonder, fully recovered but still delightfully grumpy.

Despite his grouchy exterior, Maxx has a lot of positives:

Dog and Cat Friendly: Maxx gets along famously with other dogs and cats.

Housebroken: He's a gentleman indoors and knows where to do his business.

Sleep Enthusiast: Give Maxx a comfy bed, and he'll snooze away most of the day, dreaming of his next grumble.

If you think you have what it takes to handle Maxx’s charming crankiness and give him the loving home he deserves, come meet this one-of-a-kind one-eyed senior superstar.

Maxx may be grumpy, but he's ready to love you in his own unique way!

Please share Maxx our low maintenance senior!

07/16/2024

Mark your calendars for our Annual Open House and Fall Fundraiser!

Saturday November 2, 2024
Noon-4:00 PM

We will have raffles, entertainment, food & drink, trail walks, meet the dogs and PWD Merchandise available!

Admission is free!

Friendly, Spayed/Neutered dogs are welcome!

Please share!

07/12/2024

Finally, our little Archibald aka Archie has been scooped up!

Kudos to this young couple who gave Archie time and patience to decompress and learn to trust them.

Their pup Kiba, has been instrumental in helping Archie transition to his new home. Kiba is one cool, confident dog just what Archie needed.

We recently received an update from Archie’s new Mom:

“He is doing so well! Archie and Kiba are now best friends. They chase each other around the yard, it's so cute and we are thrilled! Kiba has been a GREAT role model for Archie! He loves kisses and is just such funny little guy! We love him!”

We are so happy for Archie! Congratulations little buddy!

07/09/2024

*ADOPTION PENDING*

Meet Blossom!

Blossom is a 3-legged, 9 month old, 20 pound, lab/border collie/ poodle/ wire-haired terrier mix. Your guess is as good as ours! But what we do know is that she is lovable, adorable and ready for her forever home!

Blossom was surrendered to a North Carolina shelter with a very lame and damaged left front leg that needed to be amputated. She has recovered beautifully from her surgery and has learned to navigate life with 3 legs with ease.

From her short term foster:

“Blossom is very smart and wants to learn. She loves everything; cats dogs, and humans. She is also a great car rider! “

Blossom is the perfect size, with an exceptional personality and will make a wonderful addition to a family seeking canine companionship.

Please share this beautiful girl!

07/08/2024

We are in need of several essential items at the rescue if you are able to help!

Cat Litter
Paper Towels
Dog Biscuits
Canned Ground Dog Food
Laundry Detergent
Floor Cleaner

These are our top needs at the moment. We truly appreciate your help. Please share to spread the word!

07/04/2024

*ADOPTION PENDING *

Meet Meadow!

Little Meadow, 10 weeks old, and 10 lbs., she was found injured in a field in a rural area in early June 2024. She was very lucky when a woman found her and got her to safety with one of our rescue partners.

She has been seen by our orthopedic and her injuries are well into the healing process, almost not noticeable and no surgery is recommended. She is your typical active, playful pup.

Here is what her foster mom has to say about Meadow:

“Meadow is by far the sweetest puppy I think I've ever had the pleasure of fostering.

Everyone who meets her falls in love instantly. Meadow is so young, so her personality is still developing but so far all she wants is to be is included and loved. She is not a huge fan of cuddling, but loves to sit next to you and chew on her toys. She is not a barker, no matter how much my dogs have tried to teach her. While she goes p*e and p**p when you take her outside, she will still need some help in house training. She does not seem to be food motivated, she likes positive attention and praise when she does a good job.

She is good in her crate overnight but is also good just sleeping on her dog bed on the floor. “

Meadow’s pictures are worth 1000 words, she is precious and just perfect!

She will make a great addition to any family! Please share so we can find her perfect match!

07/03/2024

Patriotic Jett wishing you all a Happy Independence Day!

Have fun and remember to keep your pets safe!

06/26/2024

We have some great news to share with you all!

Sadie, the young puppy found in a ditch with two broken legs has been adopted!!

A huge thank you to her foster family who help with Sadie's post operation recouperation and got her on all 4 legs again!

Sadie now Stella, is now living with a local family! Stella has fit in great. Along with her new human family she now has the responsibility for entertaining her new older fur sister, Val!

Have a great life Stella, this is the new beginning you deserve!

06/19/2024

Meet Rocky!

Rocky is a 5 month old terrier mix. He was abandoned at a rural shelter, who then reached out to us for help. How could we turn our backs, Rocky deserved a chance!

Rocky was born with severe front limb deformities. Rocky is dealing with his life challenges like a champ. We have had him to our regular veterinarian and orthopedic specialist. They are both in agreement that his legs are not painful and are useful to him.

Currently, Rocky is living with 4 other small/medium sized adult dogs and doing well. He has typical puppy behaviors and will need help with house/crate training. He settles nicely, he is not destructive, and he does tire more quickly than able body puppies.

We would like to find a local DMV adopter or foster home for Rocky.

Rocky would do great in a one level home, preferably with easy access to outside yard. He will need to be carried up and down stairs. He currently weighs 14 pounds. The vet does not believe he will be much more than 30 pounds full grown.

Please share Rocky far and wide so we can find an appropriate home and family to fit his needs.

06/14/2024

There was one very important person absent at our Annual "A Toast to Pets with Disabilities" Fundraiser on June 7th; My husband and PWD co-founder Mike, he suffered a life-threatening heart attack on June 1st.

Mike is home and stable, but it will be a while until he is back working at the rescue doing what he loves. He wears many hats here at the rescue: Road Runner, Handyman, Dog Tester, and most important helping dogs become mobile again.

We would like to express our deepest gratitude towards everyone who has sent their well wishes, and to all who have pitched in to help in whatever fashion to make sure our fundraiser continued on without a glitch & to all who have offered to help at the rescue. It truly takes a village, and we are so thankful to have a wonderful support system behind us.

Mike is an essential part of our PWD team, and we hope he will be able to resume his life again soon.

06/13/2024

Our Annual "A Toast to Pets with Disabilities" Fundraiser was held last Friday June 7th at the Bayview Hall in Chesapeake Beach, MD. What a great night it was for the rescue!

Thank you to everyone who attended, volunteered their time in preparation and/or the night of, donated items, participated in our live & silent auctions, and of course to our sponsors!

We could not have pulled this off without the help of all of you!

Please enjoy a few photos of the evening 🙂

06/07/2024

This auction item was quite popular last year and we are lucky to have it back again this year! the Traeger Wood Pellet Grill/Smoker and Outdoor Fun Package

Get ready to host backyard events all summer long and be the envy of your friends and neighbors!

Makers of the original wood pellet grill, Traeger has been the industry leader for over 30 years. Traeger Grills bring unrivaled flavor to the table, unlocking your food’s true potential. Traeger’s 6-in-1 ability means you can grill, smoke, bake, roast, braise, and BBQ. This package includes a Traeger Pro 575 WiFi Pellet Grill and Smoker and too many accessories to count! Featuring 575 square inches of cooking area and WiFi technology that lets you monitor and control your grill from anywhere while maintaining precise temperatures for perfect results every time.

Some of the accessories include:
- Full Length Grill Cover
- Drip Bucket Liners
- Drip Tray Liners
- Wood Pellet Bin
- Mesquite & Signature Blend All Natural Wood Pellets
- Variety of Traeger Rubs & Marinades
- Cleaning Brush
- Grease Bucket
- Cuisinart Grill Accessories

Also included for outdoor fun & comfort:
- Locally made Co****le Boards with Bags
- Lawn Bowling- Fun for the whole family!
- Four-in-a row Connect 4 style yard game- a game for all ages!
- Light up Target Toss Game
- Adirondack chairs (2)
- Patriotic Pillows, Tablecloth & Napkins
- Wood Silverware Caddy & Tray
- K**b Creek Bourbon, Chateau Morrisette (Blue Table Wine & Red Moutain Laurel)
- Hand Blown Blue Stemless Wine Glasses (4)
- Hand Blown Blue Shot Glasses (6)
- White Ceramic Solar Lantern

Tickets are on sale until noon on Friday June 7! Details in the comments

06/07/2024

Tomorrow is the night for our "Toast To Pets With Disabilities" event celebrating our 20 years supporting and finding homes for dogs and cats with disabilities. Over the past several weeks, we've posted information about our fantastic live auction items. We wanted to take a chance and show them all to you one last time in case you missed a post!

The next six items we will be auctioning tomorrow night are:

Item 7: Paw House Inn Getaway
Item 8: Traeger Grill and Outdoor Fun Pack
Item 9: Escape to Florida
Item 10: Explore Charlottesville
Item 11: Philadelphia Experience
Item 12: Rehoboth Beach Pub Crawl

Join us tomorrow night! Tickets are still available until noon on Friday, 6/7. Hope to see you there!

06/07/2024

Tomorrow is the night for our "Toast To Pets With Disabilities" event celebrating our 20 years supporting and finding homes for dogs and cats with disabilities. Over the past several weeks, we've posted information about our fantastic live auction items. We wanted to take a chance and show them all to you one last time in case you missed a post!

The first six items we will be auctioning tomorrow night are:

Item 1: Family Fun in Hershey, PA
Item 2: MGM National Harbor
Item 3: Party Wagon
Item 4: E-Z Go Golf Cart
Item 5: Lottery Tree
Item 6: Tenant Harbor, Maine

Join us tomorrow night! Tickets are still available until noon on Friday, 6/7. Hope to see you there!

06/06/2024

One last trip auction item to share with you - a Trip to The City of Brotherly Love, Philadelphia, PA. Auction includes a $500 gift certificate (2-night stay) to La Reserve Bed and Breakfast, “The Grand Dame of Philadelphia Bed and Breakfasts” and a $500 STARR gift certificate valid at some of the best restaurants in Philadelphia.

Got your tickets for our June 7 annual "A Toast To Pets With Disabilities" fundraiser yet? We still have a few General Admission tickets available. See the comments for details on the event. If your group of 4 or more would like to sit together or having trouble ordering tickets please contact Rob Amos at [email protected] or Joyce at [email protected].

06/05/2024

Have we a great auction item to share with you - it's a two or three-night stay for 2 people in the month of September 2024 after Labor Day (upon availability) at Holly Haven Retreat. And for some over 21 entertainment we've arranged a PUB CRAWL with certificates to Freddies Beach Bar, Dogfish Head Brewings and Eats, Summer House, Nicola Pizza, Cafe Pink Blossom, and 1776 Steakhouse!

Got your tickets for our June 7 annual "A Toast To Pets With Disabilities" fundraiser yet? We still have General Admission tickets available. See the comments for details on the event. If your group of 4 or more would like to sit together or having trouble ordering tickets please contact Rob Amos at [email protected] or Joyce at [email protected].

06/05/2024

We've got an auction item for the whole family! Enjoy the best of Hersheypark! Spend a few days in Hershey, PA! Great Fun for Kids of All Ages! Home to HersheyPark, the largest amusement park in Pennsylvania, and many other family-friendly destinations. Only a 2-3 hour drive from the DC area makes this trip an easy one.

Got your tickets for our June 7 annual "A Toast To Pets With Disabilities" fundraiser yet? We still have General Admission tickets available. See the comments for details on the event. If your group of 4 or more would like to sit together or having trouble ordering tickets please contact Rob Amos at [email protected] or Joyce at [email protected].

06/04/2024

Take a "gamble" on this live auction item - a MGM National Harbor package!

Visit the most popular Poker room on the East Coast. Over 3,000 slot machines. New table games. Catch a show: Concerts, Comics, Magic!, and more Visit the Spa & Salon. Go shopping at our luxury retail stores. So many things to do and so close to DC! Valued at over $1,500

Got your tickets for our June 7 annual "A Toast To Pets With Disabilities" fundraiser yet? We still have General Admission tickets available. See the comments for details on the event. If your group of 4 or more would like to sit together or having trouble ordering tickets please contact Rob Amos at [email protected] or Joyce at [email protected].

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635 Clay Hammond Road
Prince Frederick, MD
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http://www.petswithdisabilities.org/

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Rocky is looking for his forever home!

Meet Rocky! Rocky is a 5 month old terrier mix. He was abandoned at a rural shelter, who then reached out to us for help. How could we turn our backs, Rocky deserved a chance! Rocky was born with severe front limb deformities. Rocky is dealing with his life challenges like a champ. We have had him to our regular veterinarian and orthopedic specialist. They are both in agreement that his legs are not painful and are useful to him. Currently, Rocky is living with 4 other small/medium sized adult dogs and doing well. He has typical puppy behaviors and will need help with house/crate training. He settles nicely, he is not destructive, and he does tire more quickly than able body puppies. We would like to find a local DMV adopter or foster home for Rocky. Rocky would do great in a one level home, preferably with easy access to outside yard. He will need to be carried up and down stairs. He currently weighs 14 pounds. The vet does not believe he will be much more than 30 pounds full grown. Please share Rocky far and wide so we can find an appropriate home and family to fit his needs.

We have a great evening planned for those attending our Annual A Toast to Pets with Disabilities ! See you soon!

The past 20 plus years we have care for many of the most vulnerable our dogs with paralysis. Some came from shelters others came from families that could know longer care for them. Thanks to our donors and fundraisers we have been provided all of them with a quality of life, great vet care, homelike setting., most important humans that were patient with their needs. Got your tickets for our June 7 annual "A Toast To Pets With Disabilities" fundraiser yet to support the work we do with our dogs in wheelchairs? We still have General Admission tickets available. See the comments for details on the event. If your group of 4 or more would like to sit together or having trouble ordering tickets please contact Rob Amos at [email protected] or Joyce at [email protected]. #petswithdisabilities #disabledpets #pwddogsinwheelchairs #toasttopetswithdisabilities

Good Morning from our long term resident Roxie! She enjoys her life here and we all love her! Roxie is diabetic and visual impaired and loves to play fetch!