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An Unexpected Turn: Art, Jen and Krewe’s Story

An Unexpected Turn: Art, Jen and Krewe’s Story

by Janet Alderson | Jun 14, 2016 | 2016, Foster Feature, Fostering, Rescued Animals, Ways to get involved

Six months ago, Art and Jen Knepper found themselves at the Gateway Pet Guardians Emergency Shelter. Eager and excited to make a difference in the lives of homeless animals, they submitted their applications and started doing regular shifts. They fell in love with...
The Road to Recovery: Nanette and Lennon’s Story

The Road to Recovery: Nanette and Lennon’s Story

by Janet Alderson | Jun 8, 2016 | 2016, Foster Feature, Fostering, Rescued Animals, Ways to get involved

Just a few short months ago, Lennon found himself at Animal Control. As he peered around the room, several other dogs looked back anxiously, waiting to find out what would happen next. A total of eight dogs awaited their fate that day. But Lennon’s whole world was...
The Heart of a Lion: Teresa and Keaton’s Story

The Heart of a Lion: Teresa and Keaton’s Story

by Janet Alderson | Jun 1, 2016 | 2016, Foster Feature, Fostering, Rescued Animals, Ways to get involved

The puppies we rescue often have a rough start at life. Keaton’s story isn’t any different. We met her at animal control, where she broke with parvo, a highly contagious viral illness that affects puppies between 6 weeks and 6 months of age. She needed medical help...
When Fate Intervenes: Amy and Gunther’s Story

When Fate Intervenes: Amy and Gunther’s Story

by Janet Alderson | May 25, 2016 | 2016, Foster Feature, Fostering, Rescued Animals, Ways to get involved

In animal rescue, some dogs just resonate with you. Upon first glance, they speak to you—they call to your heart and soul and you simply cannot turn away. And so the story begins with Amy and Gunther. Gunther started his journey at GPG at the Emergency Shelter, and...
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