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Small Time Dog Rescue & Dead Dog Walking Pit Bull Rescue

Featured Pet

Bubba

BUBBA HAS BEEN ADOPTED! Bubba is a darling four month old baby boy. He, his sister, and mother were abandoned at our local humane society. Sissy and Bubba made it to our rescue. Sissy was just adopted by a nice young couple from Seattle, so that leaves Bubba needing a forever home. Remember dogs are a life time commitment; only consider adopting a puppy if you feel you have the next 10 to 15 years to devote to them. To fill out an application for Bubba or any of our other adorable kids go to www.deaddogwalkingpitbullrescue.org fill out our application, submit it, and allow us 48 hours to review it.

Dead Dog Walking Mission Statement

Dead Dog Walking was started by a group of us that wanted to make a difference for Pit Bulls. We are a group of individuals who were tired of our Pit Bulls dying in our local shelters. Some shelters will not attempt to adopt this breed out. With no temperament test, no evaluation, nothing, these dogs are dying simply for being born a Pit Bull. Many Pit Bulls never make it to the adoption floor. Many are given temperament tests that I wouldn't even pass; fake hand, give me a break! We save dogs that have days and sometimes even minutes to live. We, on rare occasion, take in owner surrender Pit Bulls, but most of our Pit Bulls come from shelters where they were destined to die. What gets me upset about this breed and the idiots who wish to ban them is the fact that what MAN has done to such an innocent, kind, soul is much worse that what Pit Bulls could ever do to man. I have seen Pit Bulls stabbed, burned, fought, and starved, yet nothing was ever done to the person that inflicted such pain on the innocent dog. I ask everyone, how fair is that? When man, who has a thought process, who knows better, yet intentionally inflicts pain and suffering on an innocent animal does not pay, how fair is that? If we are to ban Pit Bulls for being a Pit Bull, then should we not ban man for doing the same thing? Should we not put them in jail and make them pay? Many Pit Bulls suffer in silence, they live on chains, are fought every week, and yet nothing is done. And when this animal turns, when he has had enough, we wish to ban him, make him the bad guy when in truth we know who the bad guy is, and it is every person who has ever harmed such an innocent animal. We are their voice, for they can not speak. Through education, spay and neuter programs we hope to make a huge difference.
Who We Are
To adopt one of our kids, or if you need information about Pit Bulls, including rescue alternatives go to our web site. We keep it updated with loads of information. If you wish to adopt on our kids you must go to our web site and fill out our application on line, then email it back to us. Once your application is reviewed, then we will be in touch with you regarding a home inspection, etc. We ask that you do not call us for it is much faster and more convenient for me to review things via email. Here is our web site where you can down load an application: http://www.deaddogwalkingpitbullrescue.org/

We are a private 501 (c ) 3 Pit Bull rescue. Meaning this rescue does not make a dime, every penny goes right back into saving innocent lives from death row. None of my volunteers or me is paid. We do not receive grants, or government monies of any kind. There are seven very dedicated families who foster dogs for us. We help area animal controls, other rescue groups, and stray animals find loving and permanent homes. We have foster dogs from several area counties. I personally had one from Best Friends Animal Sanctuary located in Utah. Working together is what saves lives. An animal control employee who will pick up the phone and call a rescue, is taking the first step in reducing euthanasia in their county. . !
WHY?
BELIEVING there is an alternative to the "needle," I have made it my goal to help dogs that may have ended up being euthanized in most area shelters. Due to age, breed, or just plain being born, these dogs, have limited time in animal control. Funding and space are not options in most counties. Adoptable dogs are put down daily due to overcrowding, and budget cuts. An average stay in my rescue is three weeks, but I have had several for months at a time. I provide: Food, shelter, love, medical care, micro-chipping, and basic training. We have seven wonderful foster homes. Our foster pets are treated like family, and they all experience family life. They go on family vacations, and stay in hotels. They travel to Portland, Eugene, and the coast. Most of our adult Pit Bulls are kept in our kennels. We personally take care of them each and every day. This is where we are able to evaluate them closer, to make sure that we place only the best Pit Bulls. We take them hiking, and swimming. I strive to make each one of my dogs more adoptable than the day I got them.
HOW ?
To adopt a dog from Small Time Dog Rescue or Dead Dog Walking Pit Bull Rescue, a home visit is required. Vet references, and net working with other rescues enable us to adopt our dogs to families from other states. References, such as neighbors, vets, and other humane societies in your area are a plus. A home check is usually done by one of our volunteers, or we sometimes ask other rescues in your area to do a home inspection. We have a standard adoption application. The reason for an application is to make sure that you get the right dog for the right living situation. I will NEVER put a dog into a home that I feel is unsuitable for its personality. A donation is asked to help defray my cost. This rescue is run on donations, and hard work. Suggested donation would be the amount of my vet bill for the dog you are adopting. Remember ALL dogs go out altered, micro-chipped, wormed, and current on their shots. My fees never cover gas, food, leashes, collars, and the numerous toys, and dog beds that my kids get to enjoy while in our care. Nor does it cover any additional vet costs that an individual dog may incur. A price tag can not be put on the amount of time that each and every volunteer has spent trying to make your family member a better pet.
Come Visit Us!
After your application is filled out, reviewed, and approved we can set up an appointment so you can come and see the dog. Appointments need to be made, for my dogs are located in several different homes throughout the greater Portland Metro area and our facility located here in The Dalles. You can call, or email me to set up an appointment. E-mail works best and is preferred. We are located in The Dalles, Oregon which is approximately 80 miles east of Portland, Oregon. I am very flexible. I have adopted dogs on the week-ends, and holidays. My hours are very flexible as well. I am willing to work with any pre-approved family on time, and location. My desire is to adopt my dogs to their proper permanent home, and I am willing to do what ever it takes to do it.
Small Time Dog Rescue & Dead Dog Walking Pit Bull Rescue
email for directions
The Dalles, OR 97058
Phone: 541-993-3647 (dogs)
Email: kayesmith@charter.net
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