Last Chance Rescue

29/10/2025

PRINCESS: ADOPTED!!!

Princess was the victim of a divorce last year, abandoned by the father/husband who had gotten her as a puppy but would not allow her in the house, even though she was wonderful with the five children. She could play outside with the children, but otherwise was confined to a kennel in the garage.

Princess was not spayed and had not seen a vet in years. The house was being sold and the mom was trying to find somewhere to live with her five children. At the time, we were full and had nowhere to put Princess, who had never been socialized with other dogs.

Thankfully, a wonderful couple, with no other pets, offered to foster Princess. We took her to one of our excellent vets, who did a thorough examination and spayed her. It was discovered that she had three bacterial infections in her ears, which had been there for years, and caused her so much pain, that she had to be sedated to have them treated.

Monthly, for almost a year, we picked her up from the foster parents (who have been great at giving her her oral medications, have taken her for walks and car rides and love her), took her to the vet to have her ears treated, and drove back to the foster home.

We are happy to report that the bacterial infections are gone. She will need just a couple more treatments now for yeast infection in the ears, and Princess has been officially adopted by her new parents who love her very much.

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02/10/2025

Courtesy of Pet Friendly Services of Indiana:

Understanding Cat Personalities: Why It Matters When Your Cat Goes Missing

One of the most overlooked parts of a lost cat search is personality. The amazing team at Human Animal Support Services break down four key cat personality types. Knowing which one fits your cat is crucial - because each type behaves very differently when lost, and your recovery strategy should match.

Curious Cat
Behavior: Bold, adventurous, and often spotted by people. These cats are active and may travel far quickly.
Best Strategy: Blanket the neighborhood with flyers and alert as many people as possible. Because Curious Cats are more visible, the more eyes watching for them, the better.
Pro Tip: Expand your search zone beyond the typical 250-foot radius—these cats can cover ground fast.

Cautious Cat
Behavior: Reserved, often hiding during the day but not completely shut down. They may venture out only at quiet times.
Best Strategy: Combine flyering with active searching at dawn or dusk. These cats may not approach strangers but will respond to familiar voices.
Pro Tip: Call gently while searching and use a flashlight to catch the reflection of their eyes.

Careful Cat
Behavior: Very hesitant around people and usually active at night. They avoid detection and move quietly after dark.
Best Strategy: Cameras are essential. Ask neighbors with outdoor cameras to review nightly footage. Flyers help too, serving as reminders and providing contact info for sightings.
Pro Tip: Patience is key - look for small signs like disturbed food bowls or paw prints.

Skittish Cat
Behavior: Extremely fearful, often staying very close to the escape point but hidden in tight, dark spaces.
Best Strategy: Conduct slow, methodical searches of your property and nearby hiding spots. Repeat searches, even in the same places, because these cats are masters of invisibility.
Real-Life Example: A family once searched under their deck but only discovered their missing cat on the second thorough check.
Pro Tip: Don’t assume your cat has traveled far. A skittish cat may be closer than you think.

Final Thoughts
Understanding your cat’s personality isn’t just helpful - it’s the foundation of an effective search. A one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t work. Be honest about your cat’s normal behavior, adapt your strategy, and you’ll dramatically improve the odds of bringing them home.

Find the entirely free Lost Cat Guide at www.lostcatrecovery.com.

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05/09/2025

The Litterbox Myth:

Why This Common Advice Can Harm Lost Cats

Losing a cat is frantic, emotional, and overwhelming. In desperation, many owners turn to social media for help. Almost immediately, well-meaning people will suggest placing the cat’s litterbox or favorite blanket outside to “draw them home.”

But did you know this advice can actually do more harm than good?

Cats in the wild bury their waste for a reason: to hide their scent from predators and rival cats. When you place a litterbox or heavily scented blanket outdoors, you amplify that smell across the neighborhood.

Territorial cats may be drawn in and chase your cat away.
Predators could follow the scent, creating real danger.
Instead of feeling safe near home, your cat may be pushed farther away making recovery even harder.

The best way to guide your cat back is with a familiar human scent. Worn clothing, especially socks, carries a strong, recognizable odor at “cat level.” Place a few items outside where the wind can spread the scent. Unlike a litterbox, other cats and wildlife ignore this smell - but your cat will recognize it as home.

Pair the clothing with a food bowl, water bowl, and ideally a camera. Trail cameras are game-changers. Without them, you may never know your cat returned at 4 a.m. In cases I’ve worked, cats have come home solely because a camera confirmed they were stopping by. If a camera isn’t available, check frequently, even overnight.

Placement Tips

Keep the scent concentrated around your property, not scattered through the neighborhood.

Position socks or shirts in multiple spots so the breeze carries the scent in different directions.

Refresh items daily so the smell stays strong and familiar.

The litterbox myth persists because people want to help but misinformation can put cats at risk. When you see it shared online, kindly educate others about safer, more effective methods.

For a complete, step-by-step guide to finding a lost cat, visit LostCatRecovery.com.

(from Pet Friendly Services Indiana)

04/08/2025

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26/07/2025

BACK WITH OWNER!
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FOUND! 7/25/25, near Lake of the Hills Fire Department. Sorry we don't have a better photo. Please call Cherie if you know where this dog belongs, 219-677-2961.

21/07/2025

Happy Tails Levi & Lilli! We’re so excited to have you join your new family. 💕

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