Region 3 rescue dogs

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For more information on dogs in Region 3, contact the foster home listed and copy your inquiry to Regional Rescue Coordinator Bonnie Foster at MEGOWNSME@AOL.COM. This will assure that you will receive a quick response.

To adopt a rescue dog
First...
Fill out the application for adoption (Word or PDF)or contact: Marilee Larson, Rescue Coordinator.

Second...
return your application via email to Marilee Larson. There are 2 different ways to fill out the adoption application, one is a word document. Please fill it out, copy and paste it into an email to Marilee.  The other is a PDF, just fill out and click the email button - it will go directly to Marilee.

Third...
let Marilee know if you are interested in obtaining more information on a dog listed on our site.  Every effort is made to keep our listings current, but there may be additional dogs that have just become available.  Please inquire.  Our listing pages are currently being reorganized and updated.  Please check with Marilee Larson for more information.

And finally...
after your application is reviewed and approved you will be notified when an appropriate dog becomes available for your consideration.  You will be asked to sign a contract when adopting an Irish Setter Rescue dog.
 

March Madness - Major Mississippi Rescue

"March Madness" has a whole new meaning for Rescue. Instead of watching basketball players run up and down the court, we have been watching eight Irish Setters running amuck in the woods of Mississippi. Around the middle of February their owner passed away. For some time, the family had been paying a guy to feed them every four days. Their enclosure was not secure at all, and they had been left to fend for themselves for a long time in a large rural, unfenced, area. We learned of this on March 2nd. Our Rescue team went into action. We were able to get three of the dogs right away. The others proved to be a little more of a challenge. We did capture three more, but the last two have been more difficult. The area is so wooded and overgrown that it is impossible to follow them, and they are not willing to come to us. We have been feeding them, and with the use of a trapping cage, we hope to be successful soon.

April 18 update:  The last 2 Irish have been captured! Clancey and O'Malley are safe and are undergoing treatments for their fleas & ticks. And then will need additional treatments for heartworm, in addition to spay surgery.

THANK YOU to everyone for your well-wishes, concerns and prayers - and your DONATIONS!  Without your help, rescue would not be possible.


In the meantime, the six dogs that we have were full of fleas, ticks, and worms, and were suffering from anemia. They have all tested positive for heartworms. The first three are in their foster homes, with the next three moving in the next few days. Of course, there have been many helping hands in capturing and moving all these dogs. Melanie Fuelling, Carolyn Kerner, and Bonnie Foster have done the yeomen's job here.

There are three things that we will need: 1. Funds - Heartworm treatment is not cheap. These dogs range in age from three to eight years. Along with the heartworm treatment, we, of course, need to get them spayed/neutered, current on vaccinations, and any other medical care that they may need to pull them through so they can begin their second-chance at life. 2. Foster Care - They will need to be in foster care for at least two months. 3. Forever Homes - Yes, once they are recovered they will need their own homes where they will continue to get the TLC that we are now providing them.

From the messages we have received from some of the first foster homes, these dogs sure seem to enjoy being in a home where people love them. They are responding quite well.

Tax-deductible contributions can be made to the ISCA Foundation, or Magnolia Setter Rescue. Other donations can be made to ISCA Rescue. Email Marilee Larson at mlarson@volcano.net  or Bonnie Foster at MegOwnsMe@aol.com  for mailing addresses or additional information.
 


Rose before capture


Rose after being cleaned up


Erin before capture


Erin comfy and clean


Roofus waiting for help


Kady


Roofus and Kady cleaned up, de-flea-ed, de-ticked and not worrying about their next meal.


Scout getting some eye meds at the vet


Zipper

      

These dogs are currently available in Region 3.

North Carolina
I'm Bella and I’m 9 years young. I've had multiple litters of puppies – but no more of that nonsense 'cause I've been spayed. I'm current on vaccinations, house- and crate-trained, heartworm negative (on monthly preventative), and microchipped. I have hypothyroidism, so I'm taking daily hormone replacement and doing well. I have a delicate build, weigh about 55 pounds, and a have a cute ridge of hair running down my nose. Don't let the gray on my face fool you – I am an active girl who loves to play, pounce, and share what I'm thinking. Foster mom says I'm a real sweetheart, even though I talk back. I like to snuggle and be petted. I will gently remind you that I'm there and if you're not doing something with that hand - 'PET ME'! I like playing and wrestling with other dogs. I also do OK with kitties. I've had a bit of a rough time – I had to have surgery to remove 6 tumors from my mammary glands and had 2 teeth extracted too. Thank goodness the rescue people were there to take care of me! I'm looking for a family that will give me all the petting and snuggles I need, routinely check me for lumps, provide a couch for naps, and have a nice fenced yard for romping around in. Bella is in foster care near Raleigh, NC. Contact Bonnie. MegOwnsMe@aol.com

 

BAILEY's birthdate is 3/10/2001, champion pedigree from SC. He's recently been diagnosed with diabetes which is now regulated with twice daily vetsulin injections. Bailey is in foster care with Vet Vicki near Raleigh, NC.  Contact Bonnie Foster at  MegOwnsMe@aol.com  or by phone at 352-821-2155.

 

MISTY
I'm Misty, but I prefer to be called "Her Royal Highness".  My birthday is March 04, 2001 and I have an impressive pedigree.  I'm up-to-date on vaccinations, heartworm negative and on prevention, and crate- and house-trained.  And my feathers are finally starting to grow out!  When the rescue people found out I had diabetes, they wanted the best for me because I'm such a special girl, so I got to go on a plane ride from Oklahoma to reach my foster home near Raleigh.  Guess what! My cousin Danny lives there, too!  There are benefits - and disadvantages - of living with a vet when you have a medical challenge (they can be so-o-o strict).  I'm on a restricted diet (Prescription w/d) and receive insulin injections twice-a-day.  Foster mom also checks my blood glucose levels - yep, I have my own special doggy glucose meter.  Anyway, my diabetes is under control, my weight is stable (when I was diagnosed, I weighed 42 pounds - I now weigh a svelte 63) and I'm looking for a fur-ever home.  I'm a sweet girl, and my favorite thing is to snuggle with foster mom on the couch and have all the other dogs pay homage (Danny just glares - I think he's jealous).  I'm a talker and will let you know if you're not paying enough attention to me.  I also like to give kisses to show my appreciation.  I enjoy going to the doggy supermarket - the people there tell me how wonderful and gorgeous I am.  And, of course, I get lots of petting.  Foster mom says my new home should not have kitties because I'm cat aggressive - but other dogs are OK.   I prefer to be with people, but I need a fenced yard to play and romp in.  My new family needs to give me my insulin and restricted diet, and take me to the vet regularly to assess how my blood glucose control is doing.  Are you the family for me??   Contact Bonnie at  MegOwnsMe@aol.com  or by phone at  352-821-2155
Texas
Chloe O'Brian or "Chloe", is a beautiful, talented girl who deserves a caring, loving home.  Chloe is an owner turn-in to an area shelter.  Although the owners gave a reason for the surrender, it became known they could no longer breed this bitch and did not want her any more. 
    This sweetheart of a girl was born on Valentine's Day of '06, is dark red/mahogany in colour, AKC-registered and healthy.  She has been spayed, h/w negative and had her rabies shot.
    Chloe is energetic and somewhat birdy.  She will get out in the yard and go after the squirrels and the birds.  If the birds have left, she will chase full-tilt after the shadows of the birds flying over the yard.  She has been trained and knows several commands:  sit, stay, roll over.  She will get on her haunches when a treat has been placed atop her snout and will leave it there, drooling, until you tell her to take it.  Like all Setters, she is food-oriented but has not exhibited any great tendency to nose in the trash can or counter surf.  She was not given enough food in the past and will quickly eat almost anything put before her.  As a treat, she loves to crunch on ice cubes in the summer heat.  Chloe gets along with everyone and everything.  She gets on well with other dogs and does not have any Alpha-dog issues.  Cats do not bother her unless they attack first.  She was in a household with small children and loves to play with them.  In the past she was not allowed on the furniture but loves a good thick carpet to snooze on.  She is crate-trained; all you have to do is point at it and she will go in but treats are always appreciated for a positive reinforcement.  She has exhibited no separation anxiety problems and has remained loose in the house for long periods or overnight without any incidents.
    Any additional questions can be directed by e-mail to settinpretty@setterstuff.com or by phone at 210-545-6335

DYLAN
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Dylan is active, but sweet boy around 5 years old. We've been told that he loves children and would play with them all day. He sleeps on the bed, rides in cars and loves to chase squirrels . He is ready for the right family, and a home with a pool would be heaven to him.  He will even flop and play in the 3" deep wading pool water.
Dylan is offered for adoption by Irish Setter Rescue of North Texas. Potential adopters should be willing to meet him in person prior to adoption.
Contact Glenna O'Dell
Molly was abandoned by her owner and had no place to go until she found ISRNTX. She is a special needs girl because she is blind. She had glaucoma and cataracts that went untreated long enough to destroy the optic nerves in both eyes. Surgery has been done to correct the pain from the glaucoma. She will not regain any sight, but will have prospects of a much longer, pain-free life ahead.
Meanwhile, we are working to teach her how to get around new surroundings and she's learning fast. In the weeks since she came into foster care, she's learned 3 different foster homes including one with stairs! She's definitely one of those dogs that will reward 10 times more than the effort spent.
Molly loves being with people and is very sweet and silly, too. She loves children but would probably do best w/o toddlers underfoot.
Molly is offered for adoption by Irish Setter Rescue of North Texas. Potential adopters should be willing to meet her in person prior to adoption.
Contact Glenna O'Dell
Dexter: Male.
Dexter's family is going through a divorce and can't keep him any longer. He is very sweet. He likes swimming & laying in front of the fire... knows sit, shake, sing, and will play dead if you shoot him.
Dexter turned 8 years old in June.
Dexter is offered for adoption by Irish Setter Rescue of North Texas. Potential adopters should be willing to meet him in person prior to adoption.
Contact Glenna O'Dell
Ginger IV: Female.
Ginger's family is going through a divorce and can't keep her any longer. She is very sweet. She likes swimming & laying in front of the fire... knows sit, shake, sing, and will play dead if you shoot her.
Ginger turned 7 years old in January.
Ginber is offered for adoption by Irish Setter Rescue of North Texas. Potential adopters should be willing to meet her in person prior to adoption.
Contact Glenna O'Dell

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