by Janet Alderson | Jul 24, 2017 | 2017, Foster Feature, Fostering, Puppies, Rescued Animals, Ways to get involved
In June, we were introduced to the beautiful Mama Millie. She was extremely pregnant, and lived with a community member who asked us for help. We spent a few days working to secure a foster home for Millie so she could have her babies. But when the day came for...
by Janet Alderson | Feb 23, 2017 | 2017, Animal Rescues, East St. Louis, Fostering, Puppies, Rescued Animals, Stray Dogs, Ways to get involved
For several months, a timid little puppy cowered in the brush outside a small house in the Metro East. The family that lived in the house had four dogs, and the puppy took solace in spending time with the pack. She slept in their doghouses, and shared their food. But...
by Janet Alderson | Jan 23, 2017 | 2017, Community outreach, East St. Louis, Puppies, Rescued Animals, Spay/Neuter, Ways to get involved
Surprises are right around every corner when working with the community. Last Monday, volunteers were almost finished making their scheduled stops, when they saw a very pregnant female dog on the side of the road. They slowed down and tried to coax her to the car. She...
by Janet Alderson | Dec 9, 2016 | 2016, Puppies, Rescued Animals, Veterinary Care Expenses, Ways to Donate
Last week, our friends at Carol House Quick Fix Pet Clinic were working with a community member to get all of their pets fixed, and the community member asked them to find a rescue to help take the puppies. Those five little puppies are now a part of the Gateway Pet...
by Janet Alderson | Oct 16, 2015 | 2015, Puppies, Rescued Animals
Puppies have healing powers. No, they can’t cure illness or disease. But they can cure a moment. With just a single look, they can send you into a whirlwind of love and happiness and pure joy. When they lick your hands and face, there’s no better feeling...
by Profile Coordinator | Jun 15, 2015 | 2015, East St. Louis, Puppies, Rescued Animals, Stray Dogs, Uncategorized
Fagen “Little Fiery One” Meet Fagen – one of Gateway Pet Guardians’ adoptable dogs in St. Louis! Fagen was found at a hard time in his puppy life. A little over one year ago, GPG rescued him from living outside in a space between houses. Even...