Otis Update!
For those that didn't see the original posts, Otis was a stray brought in from Town of Ulster that lost mobility in his hind end rather suddenly.
We asked for the public's help in funding his treatment, for an apparent disc herniation.
I am pleased to share this video of his steady recovery, as his stands with UCC mascot (my little girl) Rella)!
Otis stands on his own now, and manages a few steps at a time, aided by carpets for traction, when not supported by me and a harness. As you can see, full use of his tail has been restored. His medical team thinks he will make a full recovery with a little more patience!
Thank you to all who contributed to this deserving soulful fella.
As always, continued help with our mission can be sent via venmo:
@jamiestechucc845
PayPal.me/UlsterCountyCanines
Or via check to:
3539 rt 32, saugerties NY, 12477
**We could also use a few more non skid floor mats and runners***
Go Otis!
A second story for today. An adoption, of sorts. A reunion.
First, a few thoughts.
Dogs are surrendered to shelters for a myriad of reasons. Some good. Some bad. It is those surrendering that are often blamed, by shelter workers anyway, for the burdens we carry.
We sit on our high horses, and make comments like, 'i would never do that' or 'id live in my car before I'd surrender my dog'.
Until we walk in their shoes. Look, there are a thousand villains in Rescue. People making, what may be the hardest decision of their lives, ostensibly for the good of the dog, need support. It's literally what we exist for- to catch the dogs as they slip through society's cracks.
One such dog, Hashbrown, landed in the system in Louisiana, following the hospitalization of his human. Hashbrown, stunning as he is, caught the eye of a Rescue worker, who knew of UCC's jamie own weakness for meatball pitties.
So Hash was marked for transport to NY, likely saving him from euthanasia. He was a favorite at UCC, but he was passed over for adoption again, and again and again. 8 months passed.
Until an email inquiry from his original mom reached us. Healed and Healthy, she had embarked on a mission to find her boy...a mission that led her to UCC's website, and there was Hashy staring back at her from the computer screen.
Some days of adoption verification, and coordination for Hash's trip BACK to Louisiana (a first), a last minute ride to Connecticut to catch the bus (thanks Melissa!) and south he went on Ruff Nose Riders transport...
....to be reunited this afternoon.
Sometimes you have to look deeper than the surface. Sometimes you have to roll the dice for a dog you loved, as his mother did, and a dog you have come to love, as we at UCC did by sending a dog back to very area we work so hard to remove them from.
Sometimes, things work out.
I'm happy to see your smile, Hashy. Sleep well, tonight.
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Happy Birthday to our sweet EllaBella May you find your home soon!
EllaBella is spending her 2nd birthday without her own family. Luckily her foster homeMust Love Pawz sprung her out for a wonderful day of love and adventure!! Ella has been in the shelter nearly her whole life and desperately wants a family to snuggle up with. She is beyond sweet , very dog social and would do well with children. Plus she’s willing to wear a silly little hat all day if it makes you happy. 🤣
If you’re interested in meeting or adopting her or any of our other dogs waiting for their furever , visit our website ulstercountycanines.com and fill out an application!
Look at them go!
Boarders (and UCC alumni) Rooster and Doug were visiting us for several days last weekend...here they are enjoying playtime in UCC's own dog park with residents (but available for adoption) Jan, Marsha and John!
UCC offers Boarding in our comfortable, climate controlled boarding bungalow with extensive yard time in the park, individually or with friends, depending on your dog's preference.
Prices are $40/day with discounts for alumni, multi-dog households or long-term stays. Booking can be done through email at [email protected].
See you soon!
Our Boarding Bungalow, and attached dog park was the place to be this weekend!
We were visited by Blake and Lola!
By Bruno!
By our own alumni Fletch (hanging in foster until adoption, but here for a week)!
And Burt stopped in to say hello!
Reminder, UCC offers Boarding, which includes comfortable accomodations, ample run time in the park, and lots of attention from us at a rate of $40/day, with alumni discounts, multi-dog discounts and long-term stay discounts available.
Book your pups stay today, by emailing [email protected]. Space is limited!
Meet Clove!
Meet Clove! Last week we shared some pics of Clove, today we have a video so you can see a bit more of her personality. Clove is a bubbly fun girl who is always up for playtime! She’s very affectionate and will make someone a great snuggle buddy. Clove is part of our “In with the new life” adoption special so her adoption fee is reduced to $20.24! To learn more about Clove check out her full profile on Petfinder
https://www.petfinder.com/dog/clove-59224690/ny/saugerties/ulster-county-canines-ny1436/
Submit your application here to meet Clove or any of our other great pups!
https://ulstercountycanines.com/adoption-application
#ulstercountycanines #dogsofulstercounty #rescuedogs #shelterdogs
Playtime at the park - Tim and Bruce
This “Playtime at the park” video is brought to you by our awesome remote video editor volunteer Christine. Thank you for your help showcasing these awesome dogs!
Submit your application here to meet Timothy, Bruce or any of our other great pups!
https://ulstercountycanines.com/adoption-application
#ulstercountycanines #dogsofulstercounty #rescuedogs #shelterdogs #playgroups
