Speedway Animal Rescue

11/10/2025

10/10/2025

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09/10/2025

ADOPTION ALERT!

Moose is home - with me!

Moose came to us during a very difficult time. Only 4 weeks after my mastectomy, we found out our dog, Sadie, had cancer. We lost her 3 weeks later. Knowing I had another surgery coming up, we decided we would hold off on any new dogs until at least after my next surgery. Realistically, since our dog, Gizmo, is 19 years old, we planned to let him live out the rest of his life as an only dog and then use a rare opportunity of dog-free time to travel. We primarily take in seniors with special needs, which makes it difficult for us to get away very often. We both were in agreement that we would ONLY foster after that, and take a break from any new senior or hospice dogs.

Only 3 weeks after we lost Sadie, I received a phone call about Moose. He was microchipped to SAR and had been picked up by Newcastle Animal Control in very rough shape, and was very stressed in their kennels. I drove out on a Friday night to pick him up with no plan. I figured I would bring him home, assess him, and find a foster from there. We ultimately found out that his owner had passed away in November. I don't know - or frankly care to know - what happened to him between November and July, but he was a dog nearing death's door.

Since he and Gizmo immediately got along (which is rare for Gizmo), I felt the safest place for him was with us, so that we could ensure he was receiving all of the appropriate care. It wasn't what we had planned, but I think it was exactly what we needed. Moose wound up being an incredible distraction for me while I was healing from both cancer and losing my soul puppy.

It has been so rewarding to watch him become a dog again. At 12 years old, his ability to heal and trust is incredible. It breaks my heart when he hits the floor if someone raises their hand to reach for something. We are still dealing with chronic skin and ear infections, and his allergy issues will be an ongoing battle. He and Gizmo have become best friends (you can see them kissing in the check photo, because yes, even if you run the rescue, you have to pay an adoption fee). I will also be really happy when we are done with bathing him every few days.

If you see Moose out on a walk, stop and tell him hello. He has never met a stranger, and he is one of the most incredibly resilient dogs, despite not having a single brain cell or survival instinct.

Click through the photos to see his progression the last few months!

09/10/2025

Benny is still in need of an adopter or foster

to adopt: www.speedwayanimalrescue.org/adoption-application
to foster: www.speedwayanimalrescue.org/foster-application

Benny was originally born into SAR in November of 2019 and returned earlier this year due to owner moving. His mom and dad are both German Shorthaired Pointer mixes. He is true to the GSP breed: sensitive, loyal, energetic, and playful. He does great with children and large dogs. He currently lives in daycare/boarding, and while he does well there, he would be happiest in a foster home. He was recently placed back in boarding after not doing well with a 10 lb dog in a foster home, so we are recommending a home with large dogs only. Benny is potty trained and is crated overnight, but he would likely be happiest in a home that doesn't require frequent crating. He is not destructive when left out.

Bo, his brother who he was returned with, has long since been adopted. We assume Benny is stuck waiting because he doesn't have the classic GSP look of his brother.

He is a great dog who just wants a second chance at a forever family. He is neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, heartworm negative, and on heartworm/flea prevention. He is approx 55 lbs.

08/10/2025

Baxter, aka Bob, is still available for adoption! He first came to us on December 5th of last year and has never had an adoption application, despite being an awesome dog. He is 2 - 3 years old and 67 lbs. He gets along with other dogs his size and smaller, but can be reactive toward dogs that are larger than him. He would do best in a home without cats, and should also be fed separately from other dogs.

Baxter has enjoyed walks and outings with volunteers and treats every stranger like his best friend. He wants to be a lap dog, and is very affectionate. He is a fun-loving boy who would be a great hiking or running partner. He is neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, heartworm negative, and on flea/HW prevention.

to apply to adopt: www.speedwayanimalrescue.org/adoption-application

08/10/2025

DO YOU KNOW ME?

Kitten picked up at Wheeler Elementary last night. No microchip or tags. The street department is unsure of s*x at this time. Due to the age of the kitten, it will be moving directly into foster care later today. Please contact us with proof of ownership if this is your kitten.

08/10/2025

WHO WANTS A NOAH'S GOODY BAG?! 💙🐶😺🐾

We will be giving these away at this Saturday's Open House! It includes a pet first aid kit, a bone shaped p**p bag dispenser, a chip clip and a portable water bowl!

Saturday, October 11th from Noon to 4pm - FREE FOOD from Scott Diggity Dogs and these PAWESOME goody bags for all Open House participants! Will we see you there?!

07/10/2025

Pumpernickel, aka Kevin, is STILL available for adoption!

www.speedwayanimalrescue.org/adoption-application

On 10/15 we will have had Kevin for an entire year. It's rare for us to have a dog like Kevin that long. He is a GREAT boy who gets along with other dogs and children and does extremely well in a crate-and-rotate environment. He is potty trained, neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, heartworm negative, and on flea and HW prevention.

Kevin is approximately 5 years old and is 57 lbs. He wants to be a lap dog, and loves to rough-house with other dogs. He would do best in a home with other dogs that don't mind his play style, which includes leg nipping. We will share some videos in the comments. Do you have room in your home for this awesome boy?

07/10/2025

DO YOU KNOW ME?

Male cat picked up on Crawfordsville Rd last night. No microchip or tags.

The animal is currently being held at the Speedway Street Department. The Street Department is located at 1390 N. Lynhurst Dr. Bring proof of ownership and a carrier (cat) or leash (dog) to Speedway Street Department to claim your pet.

The Street Dept. is open M-F 7:30am- 4:30pm and can be reached by calling 317-246-4141, ask for Rob or Jared.

For clarification, Speedway Animal Rescue and the town of Speedway are 2 entirely separate entities.

The animal will be held by the Town of Speedway for the required Marion County 4-day stray hold. If the animal is not claimed, SAR will pull only IF an approved foster can be found. If no foster steps up then the Town of Speedway will relinquish the animal to IACS since Speedway is in Marion County and does not hold onto animals beyond their 4-day stray hold.

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06/10/2025

Tucson and Moose, our two senior boys, were both at the vet today and both wound up needing more than expected. Any help, helps!

www.paypal.me/speedwayanimalrescue
www.venmo.com/speedway-animalrescue (last 4 digits 1937)
Zelle: 317-900-1937
Cash app: https://cash.app/$SpeedwayAnimalRescue

Tucson has ear mites, laryngeal paralysis, and two masses that will need to be removed. He had his vaccines updated and we ran senior blood work today, as well.

Moose had a dental, during which they found 10 rotting teeth that needed to be removed. A deep clean of his ears while he was under sedation showed that he still has a double ear infection, and he also has some lingering skin infection on his feet. He was given another cytopoint injection to help with the allergies that are causing the constant infections, along with more antibiotics and ear meds.

06/10/2025

Kanga is still available and would adapt so well to many types of homes. Here he is at a Halloween event last night, dressed as a shark on the prowl for a forever home! He is approximately 9 months old and 50ish lbs. He is good with other dogs, cats unknown. He is potty trained, crate trained, neutered, microchipped, vaccinated, dewormed, heartworm negative, and on heartworm and prevention.

www.speedwayanimalrescue.org/adoption-application

05/10/2025

Ariel was returned this week and has been sad ever since. She was originally adopted at the end of May. We were told that she and the other cat in the home weren't getting along. However, when we pried a little bit more, it sounded like Ariel may have been very stressed in that environment, and scolded frequently for being stressed, which likely didn't help her feel comfortable. Ariel needs a patient adopter who will let her open up on her own terms as she becomes comfortable again. She is approx 1.5 years old and is up to date on all vetting, including a 3 year rabies vaccine.

To apply to adopt, see www.speedwayanimalrescue.org/adoption-application