by Janet Alderson | Feb 21, 2019 | 2019, Cold Weather, Community outreach, East St. Louis, Stray Dogs, Ways to get involved
Days after the Polar Vortex where temperatures dropped to below zero, we met these two adorable dogs. They were roaming as strays in the Metro East, and we were concerned for their safety with the frigid temps. We picked up the two dogs and took them to our shelter,...
by Janet Alderson | Feb 2, 2019 | 2019, Cold Weather, Community outreach, Rescued Animals, Ways to get involved
A blast of cold air known as the polar vortex crept through the Metro East over the past few days, with temps dipping to -2 degrees (and feeling like -20). These frigid temps were dangerous for both pets and their people, and Gateway Pet Guardians jumped into action...
by Janet Alderson | Jan 22, 2019 | 2019, Cold Weather, Community outreach, Spay/Neuter, Volunteering, Ways to get involved
Today, we celebrate the life and achievements of Martin Luther King Jr. and his push for racial equality in the United States. Individuals and groups around the region embrace the holiday as an opportunity to promote equal rights for all Americans, regardless of their...
by Janet Alderson | Jan 18, 2019 | 2019, Community outreach, Ways to get involved
We have an exciting announcement! Maddie’s Fund®, a national family foundation established by Dave and Cheryl Duffield to revolutionize the status and well-being of companion animals, has awarded Gateway Pet Guardians an Innovation Grant for $5,000 to be...
by Janet Alderson | Jan 13, 2019 | 2019, Adoptions, Happy Tails
Just wanted you all to know how happy I am with my dog from you, Porsche (formerly Portlandia), Had her spayed Thursday and she is adjusting well to my home. – Pete Williams
by Janet Alderson | Jan 4, 2019 | 2018, Community outreach, Ways to get involved
Dear Gateway Pet Guardians Supporters: I wanted to take a moment to celebrate a successful year in the community and highlight a few of our programs. Our community programs are designed to keep pets with their families and out of the area shelter. Below are some of...
by Janet Alderson | Jan 4, 2019 | 2019, Community outreach, East Side Pet Crisis Fund, Spay/Neuter, Ways to Donate, Ways to get involved
On New Year’s Day, Sandy’s mom was in a panic. Sandy had a bloated stomach, wouldn’t eat, and was acting lethargic. There was clearly something wrong with her little girl. She called Gateway Pet Guardians, and after visiting, we scheduled an...
by Janet Alderson | Dec 1, 2018 | 2018, Animal Rescues, East St. Louis, Puppies, Rescued Animals
Here’s a secret… we weren’t planning on rescuing these babies today. It just kinda happened…. Whoops! But they needed help. They were born overnight so just hours old, but thankfully they are sleeping snug as a bug in a foster home tonight! Check out the...
by Janet Alderson | Nov 27, 2018 | 2018, Community outreach, Spay/Neuter, Ways to get involved
Gateway Pet Guardians is proud to be an Athletes for Animals grant recipient during the Fall 2018 grant cycle. Their support is critical to our work in the Metro East. Through our Spay/Neuter Program, we provide free surgery, vaccinations, microchips, and a nail...
by Janet Alderson | Nov 20, 2018 | 2018, Community outreach, East Side Pet Crisis Fund, Ways to Donate, Ways to get involved
Gigi’s mom frantically took her to the vet because she noticed blood in her urine and she was struggling to urinate. She spent the last of her money on an examination, but could not afford the x-rays needed to determine a cause. She took Gigi home and picked up...