Last Chance Rescue

22/04/2025

Einstein, Tootsie Pop, and Nikoli and their other five siblings were born on August 2, 2023, in a motel room. The couple who had the puppies' mother, a rat terrier, had moved to Northwest Indiana for the husband’s new job, and they were staying in a motel while house-hunting.

Once the eight puppies were weaned, and after one puppy was given to a friend, Last Chance Rescue took in the other seven. When vetting of the puppies was completed, we sent four puppies to their new adoptive forever homes.

This past year, adoptions have decreased. Nevertheless, the rescue still receives hundreds of calls from people wanting to surrender animals. As a result, we still have three of the puppies: Einstein, Nikoli, and Tootsie Pop.

The puppies' father was a lab mix and the mother was a rat terrier. The pups have never shown aggression towards people or other friendly dogs. They are shy when first meeting new people, but never aggressive, until you earn their trust. They are very cute, smart, playful, and sometimes mischievous. They love to play with toys and give kisses. They are total wiggle-butts!

Einstein is 37 pounds; Nikoli is 38 pounds, and Tootsie Pop is 29 pounds. Please note: They have reached their full size and weight.

Because they are young and like to play and run, they would do best with a fenced yard. They are very bonded with each other and feel comfortable and secure together, so we would love to adopt all three together, but we know that might not be possible. We are willing to negotiate adoption fees to anyone who would be willing to adopt two or all three, because we want them to be happy and well cared for. We will consider separating them if there is another friendly dog in the home.

If you are interested in adopting these two cuties, please complete our adoption application on our website, lcrescue.org. Once you have completed the application, you will received your application as an email. Please forward the email to us: [email protected] and text us to let us know you have done so: 219-677-2961.

01/04/2025

From Cherie:

Kathleen Pazanin is one of those rare individuals who is totally committed to her work with animals. She does not just “talk the talk,” but “walks the walk.” Rescue is hard physically, emotionally and financially, but it is not about “us,” it is all about the animals, and that is “our” motivation every day.

For all of you who have ever experienced personally, or have had a family member or friend who had a serious illness or traumatic injury, you know that just getting up in the morning and getting dressed takes a tremendous amount of effort. Having experienced invasive surgery and now facing chemo has to be devastating. Kathleen needs all of our prayers and as much financial support as possible.

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27/03/2025

URGENT! FOSTER HOME OR ADOPTION NEEDED IMMEDIATELY!

Friends, we have an urgent need, so if you can't help, please SHARE this post.

Lexi came to us 10 years ago and was adopted to a wonderful home, where she was loved and cared for well.

Recently, her dad had to go into an assisted living facility and was unable to take Lexi with him. His daughter took Lexi into their home, but because she has lived as an only dog for years, she has not been good with their other dog. The family has come to the realization that they can not keep her, as it is not fair to the resident dogs, nor to Lexi.

Lexi is loving with people, but needs to be the only pet. We have nowhere to put her, since she can’t be with our other little dogs either.

Lexi is a Shih Tzu mix, born in 2013. She is 14 pounds and housebroken. Lexi has one eye, which doesn't slow her down!

If interested, please text or leave a message for Cherie: 219-677-2961, or apply by our adoption form: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=sXcBbTwVm0uePbQPbFfgNE8P3_MDgLhNnElxFrUTquBURU5ZQUtIOVA2RFBKTTNOWUdIR0ZMMEU4UC4u

26/03/2025

March is National Poison Prevention Month.

Today, we're sharing a quick list of top toxic items to watch out for and exactly what to do if your pup accidentally comes in contact with them.

6 Toxic Houseplants 🌱

Peace lily
Snake plant
Sago palm
Hyacinth
Poinsettia
Jade plant

6 Toxic Human Foods 🍫

Coffee
Nuts & other high-fat foods
Grapes & raisins
Onions & garlic
Cooked bones
Xylitol (An artificial sweetener found in many foods & supplements)

6 Toxic Household Items 🐀

Topical hair loss solutions
Fabric softener sheets
Fertilizer
Antifreeze
Rodenticides & insecticides
Many essential oils (like tea tree & peppermint)

STEP 1: If possible, get a sample

It may not always be possible — but bringing a sample of whatever toxic item your dog came into contact with or a photo of the label can be a big help.

That way, you can be ready to provide specific ingredients and other information to your veterinarian if needed.

STEP 2: Call Animal Poison Control

Your first instinct may be to head straight to your veterinarian — and that’s a GREAT choice.

But while you’re in the waiting room or driving over, I recommend calling the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Hotline at (888) 426-4435.

This hotline puts you into contact with toxicology specialists who can work with your veterinarian to figure out the best steps to help your dog.

STEP 3: Go to the veterinarian or emergency clinic ASAP

If your dog has eaten or come into contact with something toxic — I recommend taking them to the veterinarian immediately.

After all, your veterinarian will know exactly how to help your pup in a crisis.

Here’s another important tip: find a local emergency veterinary clinic in your area as well as your dog’s primary vet.

That way, you’re covered if something happens to your dog outside of your veterinarian’s normal office hours, too.

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02/03/2025

Levi and Lilli were abandoned by people who moved out of a house and left them in a cage in the basement.

The new tenant was moving in and heard whimpering from the basement and discovered them in the cage, which was full of excrement and had no food or water.

She cleaned them up and kept them for five years, but she recently had to take in an elderly, disabled relative and had to move to an apartment better suited for the relative’s care. So she can no longer keep Levi and Lilli.

Levi and Lilli are very bonded, as they are probably siblings. They must be adopted together.

Levi is 18 pounds and Lilli is 14 pounds. They are Cairn Terrier mixes, born in 2017.

They would probably do best in an adult household. While they get along with other dogs, they can get bossy or food-protective.

They are sweet and affectionate with people, like to play with toys, and are grateful for some TLC.

If you are interested in adopting these two cuties, please complete our adoption application on our website, lcrescue.org. Once you have completed the application, you will received your application as an email. Please forward the email to us: [email protected] and text us to let us know you have done so: 219-677-2961.

13/02/2025

Just a reminder as we approach Valentine's Day and the Easter season: Be careful of flowers -- including all lilies -- that are poisonous to cats. Chocolate is deadly to dogs. Any product containing the sweetener XYLITOL - as in some peanut butters, and other products - is deadly to dogs and cats.

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26/01/2025

UPDATE 3/3/25: ADOPTED!

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Charley, who is about 2.5 years old, is very playful with other dogs and toys.

He is very sweet, but a bit skittish when he first meets someone new.

A true “diamond in the rough,” Charley needs love and patience as he learns to trust and love his new family. His ideal home will have a small, young, friendly canine companion to play with.

Charley is a male poodle, born in August, 2022. He is about 15 pounds and housebroken.

Charley:
About 2.5 years old
15 pounds
good with other friendly dogs his size
cats and kids unknown

Please complete an adoption application on our website, www.lcrescue.org, and text 219-677-2961 with your name and that you have submitted the application. Thank you!

25/12/2024

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays everyone! We are always so grateful for your support!

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20/12/2024

Hope all of you are looking forward to some time off or at least have a few relaxing days planned.

If you missed the chance to send a gift to Last Chance Rescue on Giving Tuesday, you can still send a holiday gift to us at: Last Chance Rescue, PO Box 398, Schererville, IN 46375, or through PayPal on our website at www.lcrescue.org under the "Contribute" tab.

Thank you so much for your love and ongoing support. Happy Holidays to all of you and yours!

Animal Rescue & Adoption in Schererville, Indiana

13/12/2024

It's begining to look a lot like Christmas!

Ivy's beautiful fur is snow white, like Santa's beard! She has told Santa she'd like nothing more than a home to call her own. Can you help?

Ivy is a Husky, 50 lbs, 8 years old, and Potty trained!

Her owner died, and was traumatized initially by losing her “mom” and her home. It was scary for her to be in a new place, but she adjusted well.

Ivy is very sweet and loves a good butt scratch! She has been good with her male dog roommate at the rescue, but she would also probably be fine as an only dog. She loves dog toys, but can't play with them now because her canine companion is not good at sharing.

Ivy is mild-mannered and a bit shy at first, but warms up as soon as she learns she is safe and loved.

Like all Huskies, she loves the outdoors and getting plenty of exercise. She needs a fenced yard to be safe and happy. No young children, as she is used to a quiet, adult-only home.

Please complete an adoption application on our website, www.lcrescue.org, and text 219-677-2961 after you have submitted the app. Thank you!

PLEASE SHARE IVY!

12/12/2024

UPDATE 1/29/25: ADOPTED!

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Tyke has no idea that he is different than any other dog.

Tyke was born in 2013, with 3 1/2 legs. He is a ShihTzu mix, about 17 pounds.

Tyke is a happy little man, and he gets along fine with low-energy and senior dogs. Tyke had no reaction to cats when we tested him.

Tyke’s human dad died recently, and there were no family members who were able to give Tyke a home.

He is housebroken! Tyke would love a home for the holidays and his very own person to snuggle with and watch TV.

Please complete an adoption application on our website: www.lcrescue.org

Once you have completed the application, please text Cherie at 219-677-2961.

02/12/2024

Good evening friends,

Tomorrow is Giving Tuesday! You may have read and heard that animal shelters and rescues in our area are bursting at the seams, and Last Chance Rescue is no exception.

Animal rescue takes a very special "breed" of person. People who have a kind heart, can roll up their sleeves, and have a "can-do" attitude.

But vetting and sheltering dogs and cats, many of whom have not been spayed or neutered or cared for in a very long time, is very expensive.

If you have it in your heart to donate to Last Chance Rescue tomorrow, please know that we truly appreciate it. Your donations help us to continue to do what we do, as we have no other funding sources.

So please send your donation to us at Last Chance Rescue, P.O. Box 398, Schererville IN 46375.

If you are unable to donate, we will always take your prayers! Another way you can help is to share our posts of adoptable animals!

As always - THANK YOU for your support!