by Janet Alderson | Mar 21, 2017 | 2017, Foster Feature, Fostering, Rescued Animals, Ways to get involved
It was a hot August afternoon when Gateway Pet Guardians met Jackie, the beautiful blue pittie mama with five precious babies. She was emaciated, with no access to food or water. Her puppies were underweight with skin issues. Without hesitation, we brought Jackie and...
by Janet Alderson | Mar 14, 2017 | 2017, East St. Louis, Rescued Animals
Sometimes rescuing an animal takes several organizations working together to make it happen. And when rescues work together, more lives can be saved. Last week, we had the opportunity to save two dogs in our service area thanks to partnerships with other rescue...
by Janet Alderson | Mar 13, 2017 | 2017, Foster Feature, Fostering, Rescued Animals, Ways to get involved
Every weekend, Gateway Pet Guardians volunteers make their way to K9 Athletic Club to help some very special pups with training. This is a special time for the shelter dogs. It’s an opportunity to leave the shelter, learn some new tricks, and work on bettering...
by Janet Alderson | Mar 7, 2017 | 2017, Foster Feature, Rescued Animals
Starbucks has a secret menu item called a ‘Puppacino,’ and Gateway dogs go ga ga over the delicious treats! It’s simply whipped cream served in an espresso-cup, but it’s like candy to our canine friends. Check out some of our adorable adoptables indulging...
by Janet Alderson | Mar 6, 2017 | 2017, Foster Feature, Fostering, Rescued Animals, Ways to get involved
It was a cold day in January when Gateway Pet Guardians volunteers stumbled upon a stray dog in an alleyway. She was rail thin, with sores on her legs. They offered her food, and without hesitation, she approached the volunteers. She shivered as she begged for love...
by Janet Alderson | Mar 6, 2017 | 2017, Adoptions, Rescued Animals
Black dogs are more likely to be passed over in shelters and rescue, regardless of their breed. In fact, many of our black dogs have been with us for over a year! That’s 365+ days of waiting for their forever homes. These black dogs are amazing pets, just waiting to...
