Celebrating Over 20 years of Rescuing Animals with Disabilities
The PWD Campus
We believe in treating animals the way we would like to be treated. Our facility has all the comforts of a cozy home. We have worked and thought very hard to make a difference in the sheltering of our dogs in rescue. We know the majority of the dogs coming to PWD will be here for an extended period of time.
We also know we need to accommodate different types of medical requirements. Whether the dog is recovering from surgery, heartworm treatment, or just needs special emotional support, we have built a campus to manage all of them.
The Rescue Barn
The Barn is located behind our home and sits before acres of forest. We believe our facility is one of a kind.
From the outside - this climate-controlled building looks like a modern barn. The barn is situated in a beautiful tranquil setting in Southern Maryland. A wonderful place for dogs to come and heal. Each 10 x 10 apartment is furnished with a comfy dog bed, enrichment toys and chews, fresh water, and most important each apartment has a window. We believe light is essential for all living creatures. Also, there are no dog kennels here at PWD. ONLY free-range exercise. The dogs have access to approximately three acres and are outside several times a day. We pride ourselves on making sure each dog is comfortable, safe and stress free during their stay here!
The barn has a second floor that holds the administrative offices and is equipped with dog-friendly furniture. Dogs are welcome to come hang upstairs for some quality time that is more like a home environment.
Dog-Friendly Furnishings
Climate Controlled
Modern Amenities
Comfy & Safe
A Healing Place
Fun Oudoor Space
The Annex Apartments
The PWD facility also has two annex apartments. These are used for dogs that need to recuperate from surgery or need a quiet environment - as many of the heartworm positive dogs coming into rescue require. They have their own fenced area, heating & air conditioning, and calming music playing for the dogs.
Maddie Annex
Named after our third and smallest wheelchair dog, Maddie! She was attitude on wheels! This is our annex for smaller dogs with disabilities. A safe haven for them, since our barn is usually filled with bigger pups
Annex Inside
The annex areas are also equipped with remote access cameras, allowing us to monitor the dogs on a 24 X 7 basis.
Misty Annex
Misty was a feisty corgi mix and our second wheelchair dog. She became Duke's mom and staunchest protector! This is another nice quiet area for dogs that are recuperating from surgeries and or heartworm treatment.
The Casey Annex
The Casey Annex and Adoption Center is named after a true ambassador for the 3-legged dog. Casey was a sweet chocolate Lab that went everywhere with Joyce. She was loyal and happy to meet anyone. This cozy climate-controlled annex is a versatile space for our rescue. We utilize this area for meet and greets with potential adopters, events, and for larger dogs that need a quiet homelike atmosphere for heartworm treatment or surgery rehabilitation.
Casey Annex Outside
Casey Annex Inside
The Reagal Beagle House
In 2019 we opened an on-site extension EXCLUSIVELY for the senior dogs coming into the rescue. It is named after the wonderful beagles that have lived here for years - it's their home - and they continue to welcome every pet in need.
Front Photo
Front Porch
Outside Gate
Entry & Waiting Area
Living Area
Resident Life
Living Quarters
Open Play Area
Open Play Area & Movies
Most older dogs arrive sad and listless. Then they realize their lives have just begun again - in a great new place, and JOY abounds! We cherish each day with these elder-pups, and they have one senior FIV positive resident cat, Reggie, who has made himself right at home with his canine pack.
The beagles are the perfect hosts for the incoming seniors. A real home, with all the amenities for visiting volunteers and guests. The canine residents welcome the added smells in the kitchen and the extra couch time with the human guests.
A Place to Live and Love
The rescue work is definitely a 24 hrs/day - 7 days/week operation. Joyce and Mike have opened their home for the dogs that need round the clock care. At any point, there are 8-12 dogs in the home. If medication is needed through the night, the dog comes into the home.
If the dog needs emotional support, the founders have been known to sleep with the dog. It is truly a mission of the heart, focused on the individual needs of each dogs. The dogs that Joyce and Mike have decided will spend the rest of their lives in the home, provide a stable, healing pack for all the guests.
