Tate found a Heart Connection with Leslie Seinfeld

MEET TATE!

Please share Tate's story- He will need long term medical care!

Our local rescue colleagues asked us to accept Tate into our program. He had been previously treated for an un-diagnosed lung issue, and he desperately needed a quiet and calm place to live. Of course we said, “YES!” Tate fit perfectly into our senior home. He was doing great over the past couple weeks, until last Friday when things quickly went south. Tate stopped eating and could barely breathe. We rushed him to the ER where he received oxygen therapy, and a whole new set of medications, under the watchful eye of Dr. Guma, our Internal Medicine Doctor and Dr. Bonistalli and her ER staff were able to stabilize Tate enough that he was able to come home on Monday and we are so grateful.

Tate has a long road ahead of him but this boy is a fighter! He is not ready to give up, and neither are we. In order to help Tate, we are asking all of our PWD supporters to please pitch in with “T-Bills for Tate!” Ten and twenty dollar bills — and multiples of either —donated in Tate’s name. It’s amazing what we can do when we work together, so let’s AMAZE our Tate…… right back into good health! (click here to donate)

Will you make a heart connection with Tate - he needs several "Heart Connections"

Roxie found a Heart Connection with Leslie Seinfeld

MEET ROXIE!

Meet Roxie, a 5 year old Retriever/Pity mix. She weighs about 55 lbs. She is blind and diabetic. Roxie was relinquished to the shelter due to her medical needs. She is a sweet dog and has been an absolute champ about taken her medications and daily injections. Due to her fluctuating medical condition, we have decided PWD will be Roxie's forever home. Please consider helping with her medical bills.

Roxie was fostered by an incredible person and she has a lot of great things to say about this girl:
Roxie is a sweetheart searching for her forever home! She is a happy dog, and is almost always seen wagging her tail. Roxie is always happiest when she is with you, and is up for any activity -- whether she is your sidekick while doing yard work, your sous chef while cooking, or your snuggle buddy while watching tv. She is very loving, and isn't shy about asking for belly rubs. Her favorite pastime is cuddling on the couch (or attempting to sit in your lap!).

Roxie is intelligent and easily trained to the rules of your home (e.g, learning what furniture she's allowed to sit on, wiping paws before coming inside when it's muddy out, etc.). She enjoys going for walks, and does very well on a leash. She is also great riding in the car. Roxie is playful, and gets bursts of energy that result in her scooting around the room or yard. She enjoys chewing on a bone, but beware -- she destroys soft toys within a matter of minutes!

While Roxie is blind, you would never know it! She quickly learns and navigates her surroundings, and is very alert, relying heavily on her hearing and sense of smell. Roxie also has diabetes and requires 2x daily insulin shots as well as regular blood glucose testing; however, these activities couldn't be easier! She lies on her back during blood testing so you can easily access her paws for the test, and her insulin shot is simple to administer while she's eating her meals. Roxie is a rockstar when it comes to maintaining her health, and her tail continues to wag the whole time!

Roxie loves people, and has yet to meet a stranger! She enjoys being the center of attention among her human family, and but she can be possessive with toys and food around other dogs -- for these reasons, she is looking for a home where she can be the only pet. However, Roxie is all the dog you'll ever need, and the best friend anyone could ask for!

UPDATE! Roxie has just been diagnosed with GI disease along with her Diabetes. She requires a lot of medication and an expensive diet, and frequent visits to our internal medicine doctor, who has been key to managing both diseases, she has lost weight but we are successfully managing both diseases. Because of this new diagnosis Roxie will continue staying with us, unless we are able to find a LOCAL MEDICAL foster.

Will you make a heart connection with Roxie?

TY found a Heart Connection with Leslie Seinfeld

Ty is 12 years old and has spent the last 4 years with us. Due to Ty’s ongoing medical needs and anxieties, we all decided it would be best for Ty to remain here with us. We feel his anxiety and bathroom habits might be too much in a home setting.

We all love Ty, at his age, he still loves to take walks in his wheelchair daily. We will continue to give him the care and patience he needs for the remainder of his life.

Will you make a heart connection with Ty? 

Ticy found a Heart Connection with Leslie Seinfeld

With a little TLC and her blood glucose under control she is finally gaining much needed weight and has pep in her step! She is making great progress! She is an entirely different dog from when she arrived here a month ago. She is getting stronger by the day and a bit more confident in her blindness. Hopefully we will be able to schedule her heartworm treatment soon.

She has already grabbed a lot of people’s hearts, and has been a great patient. It’s truly amazing she is still alive! Ticy has a long road with us and to add to her issues, she is also heartworm positive- a very preventable disease. We hope you can find it in your hearts to make a donation towards her extensive medical  and on-going care. Thank you and please share for Ticy

Ticy has decided she would like to stay at PWD for the remainder of her life. She visited several potential homes, and through no fault of her own, none of them were the forever home for Ticy - until she returned to PWD. She has moved into the founder's home and is doing well - happy she found her forever!

Will you make a heart connection with Ticy?

Tess found a Heart Connection with Sharon Sirkis

This beautiful, sweet and gentle soul is Tess, an 8 year old neglected lemon hound.

We were told that Tess had a rash on her stomach, and we were given some drops that were being used to treat it. Once we looked at Tess, we knew that what we were seeing was more than a rash and she needed to be seen by a vet as soon as possible. The vet instantly noted a very angry tumor that needed to be removed.
Tess was also diagnosed with a grade 4 heart murmur, so needed to see our cardiologist before surgical intervention of the mass. Jess was approved for surgery and her mass was removed.

Unfortunately for Tess the removal of the mass was too late, she has been diagnosed with metastatic squamous cell carcinoma, which has invaded her lymphatic system. We were all so sad to hear the diagnosis. Most of these tumors are remedied quickly with surgical removal, but due to her neglect, it had turned deadly for her. Fortunately Tess does not know her prognosis, but what she does know she is in a home now that loves her. She has fit into our home like a glove! She loves her new life with us, as you can tell by the pictures!

Will you make a heart connection with Tess?

Luc found a Heart Connection with Kaye Moore - thank you!

MEET LUC!

LUC is a very sweet 3 year old border collie no other rescue would consider. The shelter was concerned with major behavioral issues (OCD, non-aggressive behavior), we decided to give him a second chance since he was on the euthanasia list. He was taken from the shelter to our medical team and they recommended an MRI to rule out any physical reasons for his quirky behavior. The MRI was completed and showed no abnormalities, so Luc was put on some anxiety medications and went to an experienced foster home, to learn how to be a border collie again.

Luc is back at PWD. It has truly taken a village to help Luke, with a behavioral veterinarian and professional trainers both qualified with working dogs and OCD, and wonderful loving foster homes - Luke now has a true chance of living “his version” of a normal life.

Luc has had a challenging journey but can now thrive and find the happiness he deserves with the right person. Luke suffers from neurological issues that require special attention and care. He needs to be the only dog in the household, as he can become overwhelmed in the presence of other dogs. Luke loves cats and people of all ages, is excellent on lead, and has perfect recall off-lead. He thrives in a calm, quieter environment - few people coming and going, no barking dogs (although squeaky toys are allowed!), a more rural home setting.  When Luc becomes overstimulated, he experiences trigger stacking, which can lead to obsessive-compulsive behavior. His new family must understand and manage these triggers, providing a safe and structured environment to help him feel secure. Despite his challenges, Luc longs for a simple life filled with love, understanding, and patience. He is seeking his perfect match, someone who can appreciate his unique needs, has experience with border collies and can provide him with the stability and routine he craves. This person will find their perfect companion in Luc.

Like every other Border Collie, Luc is sweet, fun, eager to please, and loves playing fetch with his sticks and tennis balls, trail walks, and hanging out with humans. He is house and crate trained and is a great listener. We know someone can offer this remarkable Border Collie the chance he deserves. If you are that person with a calm but active lifestyle and the willingness to provide the simple life Luc seeks, please reach out to us. Let's give this incredible Border Collie a second chance he desperately needs. Help us prove that every dog can find their place in the world with love, compassion, and the right environment. You can make all the difference in transforming his life and showing him the true meaning of unconditional love and in return, he will show you his best border collie spirit and heart.

Will you make a heart connection with Luc?

Rosie found a Heart Connection with Marianne Yannarell

Rosie spent her first two years of life in a Missouri puppy mill. There was a bright ray of hope for her when she landed in a Maryland shelter, but that was nearly extinguished after just a few short days of freedom. Rosie was so frighten being in the “real world” that she broke away from her foster and disappeared.

A small, dedicated group of volunteers got involved and led the search the get her back. On the 10th day she was found, barely alive, at the bottom of a ravine, in a creek, trapped under a tree root, with her head just barely above the water. They knew she was severely injured as her back legs were lifeless.

PWD was called, and we got her to the hospital where it was determined she had suffered a spinal fracture. Euthanasia was recommended. But Rosie’s will to survive, her will to LIVE, was so evident to us that we knew we had to give her a chance. Rosie has been a great patient as her injuries heal. She allows us to manage her needs and is learning how to use her new wheelchair. While things haven’t gone as everyone had hoped for her, Rosie is thriving and learning to live her life to fullest. Her journey through life, free from the horrors of the puppy mill, is just beginning.

Will you make a heart connection with Rosie?

MEET MATT

Matt came to us from one of our local shelters. A plea was put out and we answered. He was originally found as a stray, unable to use his rear legs. Being a senior, paralyzed dog, his chances of adoption or even rescue were slim.

Mike went right to work taking measurements and fitting him to a wheelchair for his needs. Within hours of arrival, Matt was up and rolling in his new ride! Such a sense of freedom and independence when they realize they can move easy again! Matt has been with us for over a year without any interest. At times Matt is able to walk on all 4 legs but the majority of time he does need his wheelchair for support.

Matt is a fantastic dog with a great temperament! He gets along with everyone and all dogs! He loves his ball and is very fast in his wheelchair.  We all feel he would be a fantastic therapy dog! He needs "one level living".

We are looking for a special person to partner with us in Matt's care. While every adopter becomes a lifetime member of the PWD family, Matt's person would be an active member as a "medical foster." This means that because Matt struggles with incontinency and mobility, he requires additional patience and maintenance. PWD would still stay very involved as the legal "owner", continuing to provide support, specialized diet if needed, medicine and veterinary care. The goal of this partnership is to place dogs with a fabulous temperament into a loving home, to have "their people", and live their life to the fullest. If you are interested in participating in this partnership, please contact Joyce.

Will you make a heart connection with Matt?

UPDATE: "Medical Foster Partner" needed

Meet HALO

HALO - an 8 year old, 25lb Cockapoo, was surrendered to PWD by her family after she developed medical issues. After assessing Halo, we found out her resulting issues were actually from a stroke. Despite her subsequent disabilities, she is spunky, mobile, and determined. She has a lively personality, loves toys and is small and easy to carry and hold in your lap! Halo has never needed a wheelchair to get around - but she does require one-level living.

We are looking for a special person to partner with us in Halo's care. While every adopter becomes a lifetime member of the PWD family, Halo's person would be an active member as a "medical foster." This means that because Halo struggles with incontinency, she requires additional patience and maintenance. PWD would still stay very involved as the legal "owner", continuing to provide support, specialized diet if needed, medicine and veterinary care. The goal of this partnership is to place dogs with a fabulous temperaments into a loving home, to have "their people", and live their life to the fullest. If you are interested in participating in this partnership, please contact Joyce.

Will you make a heart connection with Halo?

Chihuahua lovers, Papi would love to find his person and home. This little 8 pounder has your typical chi personality, feisty, spunky and once he gets to know you, you will have a friend for life

Will you make a heart connection with Papi?

Meet BISHOP

Bishop is a handsome 4-5 year old lemon  hound, who is deaf.  He  was surrendered to one of our Virginia shelters we partner with.  He is  about 50 lbs., fun, active, goofy pup, that will put a smile on your face.  He loves attention, and will curl up and lay on just about anything. He has flourished here at PWD and has made many new friends here. A sweet gentle soul good with people, cats and great with kids.  However, Bishop has some possession issues  with other dogs and so we do feel he does needs to be an only dog.   Bishop would do great in a secure  area or leash walking. 

UPDATE: Bishop’s life change here at PWD when very experience and compassionate foster person came to visit with some of our pups. She asked if she could help Bishop. (of our long timers here at PWD) This is her first experience with a hearing impaired dog and a hound! In his first days they have accomplished a lot together! Here is her first update

He had a better night last night. He is in the doggy suite now for while in preparation to a longer stay tomorrow when I go to work. Have only heard him bark once or twice. He is a sweet boy and it is funny, we are working on sitting before we go thru a doorway, and while he is getting the hang of it before we leave the house, going back in is another story. He is smart and knows what I want but he will actually turn his head away from me like a stubborn child how doesn’t want to do something. I have lots of time so I just wait til he decides to sit, however briefly, he gets a piece of kibble then we go in but it is so funny to see him actually turn his head as if to say, nope not doing it. I normally wouldn’t be doing this this soon but he is so smart, that I think he needs and can do these simple challenges. He gets a treat and a thumbs up sign each time he does something good. He gets a high value treat, a tiny piece of chicken, each time he potties outside as inside still is an issue.

Oct 1st - Foster mom UPDATE: Bishop has been amazing in short time he has been here. Has he been a perfect angel, no, but in just two weeks he has learned the signs for come, sit, wait and down. He sits and waits to go out and to come inside and he sits and waits for his breakfast and dinner. His leash manners vastly improved once he became comfortable with his new walking areas. Is he 100% no, but then who is, he is still a work in progress and with each day we practice, he improves a bit more and is proud of himself, you can see by the smile on his face.

With any dog, if you want them to do something you must first get their attention usually by calling, clapping etc. but Bishop is deaf so you have to get his attention another way. To help with this challenge, he just got a present, a vibrating collar. Over the next few weeks we will be working on training with him to understand that the jiggling of his collar means look to me for a command sign. This will be a learning experience for both of us, there will be lots of treats involved, chicken for him, hot fudge sundaes for me, He is so smart bet he does much better than me.

Bishop is thrilled to have visitors come to the house, male or female, young or old, he loves them all. He is respectful, does not jump but follows them everywhere in the house. He loves his walks, running in the yard and chilling on the deck. I know he would love to go hiking or jogging, something this foster would love to do with him but can’t ....Could you?

Oct 21st - Foster mom UPDATE: Bishop continues to amaze me. He is a love, full of energy who lives to explore new sights and smells...especially the smells as his nose works overtime. He would be a great walking or hiking companion provided he was always on a leash. He is always thrilled greet anyone he meets along the way with a tail that doesn’t stop wagging.  We had to abandon the vibrating collar as it really frightened him even set on the lowest setting and are now exploring others ways of communicating. As long as treats are part of this process Bishop is always happy to try

His Aunt Jane gave him two doggy puzzles and he ❤️ 💕 💗 the challenge ( and of course all the treats he uncovers)

July 2020 - Bishop is a sweet, quirky ,independent and stubborn guy and is a work in progress. He is not a couch potato, is quite active and loves to be able to see and be outside. He loves sleeping in the sun and watching the world go by from the security of my second story front deck. Inside, if anything is blocking his view he will remove it such as shades, blinds and curtains. His nose drives his brain, if he catches a scent, specially a rabbit he goes bonkers and should the rabbit run under the fence, he is lightening fast and will try his hardest to wiggle under after the bunny. As he is deaf he can’t hear if he is called so he will not respond to a recall and will be long gone in a heartbeat. To keep him safe, he is always leashed when we go outside. He loves his long walks everyday however he is a strong guy and at times can pull very hard on his leash so needs a strong handler. Would love to take him on car rides and trips but he get very car sick even with anti nausea meds

Bishop has a fairly active bladder which means multiple trips outside at dawn, during the day and evening hours are a must. He lets you know he needs to go outside by tipping things over, plants, small tables, fans etc., if it is on the floor, nothing is off limits , even the in floor air registers, he pulls them out of the floor. He repeats this quirky behavior when he decides it is his meal time. He can not be crated, if closed in a room, will destroy the door to get out and still can not go all day without an accident

He has learned hand signals and knows sit, wait and down. He loves people and long walks but is extremely picky about other dogs and can quite bossy I am told. I do not have a cat but understand he was fine with them? While he is normally fairly quiet, he has his moments of loud barking, not great if you have close neighbors

Will you be Bishop's "heart connection"?

Meet Harley, a blind beagle with a forever-wagging tail and adventurous spirit. Harley came to PWD from a military family moving overseas, who did not have the ability to take him along. At PWD, we met a curious beagle who refused to let his blindness get in the way of his explorations or easy breezy take on life.

Harley was adopted into a great beagle-loving household where he loved to spend his days exploring his yard and laying in the sun with his canine and human family. He was known as the nurturer of his pack, always showing affection for his beagle buddies. After his caretaker’s unexpected passing in 2016, PWD welcomed Harley back into the rescue family, where he will be cared for throughout the remainder of his life.

As an aging senior dog, Harley is experiencing arthritis and we are preparing for new ailments that come with age. Please consider supporting Harley’s continued care, as we are devoted to providing him with the same great life that his Adopter had worked so hard to give him

Newman arrived at PWD from a shelter in Maryland where he tested positive for FIV. Newman fits right in with his fellow dog and cats in our founders’ home. He is very affectionate and a great asset in assessing new dogs’ abilities to get along with felines… we are lucky to have this beautiful blonde guy here at PWD.

Reggie found a Heart Connection with Leslie Seinfeld

Reggie was rescued from a shelter in Baltimore City; he was an older cat who tested positive for FIV and needed a FIV-friendly rescue to step up on his behalf. When Reggie arrived at PWD, he was terrified of dogs and suffering from cuts and bruises and a deep slash in his face. We worked hard to socialize him, a painstaking process that was well worth the effort, as Reggie is living the life at our senior sanctuary – he sure is king of the (dog) pack! Reggie is a friendly cat who has been able to really find his footing here at the rescue.

Willie was living a long life outdoors, he was easily trapped and has transitioned to a life indoors with ease.
But unfortunately, the outdoor life certainly took a toll on Willie’s health. He has been battling anemia and several rare tick-borne diseases and has a large mass. After treating the tick diseases, Willie is still anemic. It is thought that the mass could be bleeding, causing the anemia, therefore it was recommended to be removed. He will have surgery early in March.
Willie has been a great patient as he has been receiving oral medication for months for treatment.
Please think of Willie today and hope we can get this boy healthy. He is a cool cat!

Our feline friends are also looking for a "heart connection!" Please consider supporting the care of our cats living with FIV here at PWD!
We are grateful to be able to offer a home to these wonderful animals that often go un-adopted.