Poodle and Pooch Rescue

Save a Death Row Dog



Please visit the Save a Dog page to sponsor me. Two other dogs and I need your help now!

FOX 35 News ran a story about our Leila. Click on the link below to see the story.

http://www.myfoxorlando.com/story/22265577/pregnant-dog-thrown-out-moving-car-unborn-puppies-and-mom-rescued

Tossed from Car into PPR's Arms

Leila was thrown out of a car on Highway 50, with the owner yelling "Get Outta Here". One of our volunteers witnessed this and was sickened. This very pregnant Lab mix didn't know which way to turn as she looked for a safe way to escape traffic. Our volunteer coaxed Leila into her car and got her to Dr. Benson at East Orlando Animal Hospital (EOAH). Radiographs revealed 9 puppies that would arrive any day.

Leila went home to foster parents Molly & Justin who gave Leila her own room so that when the time came, she had a quiet place to care for her pups. They set up a baby pool full of soft blankets so Leila would have a cozy and roomy place to deliver. And they fed her an all you can eat buffet of only the most nutritious food! On Mother's Day, Leila gave birth to 9 puppies, 7 boys & 2 girls. Molly and Justin said that as each pup arrived, Leila looked up at them as if to say "Did you see that?!!

Leila is a great mom, but with this many pups, we are worried. The pups had their first vet visit today with Dr. Kimball at EOAH. They are only 2 days old, but right now all is well. They will go back to EOAH in 2 weeks for their next exam. Molly & Justin will keep a watchful eye on all the pups and if there's anything concerning, they will take the pups to the vet right away.

Pups are expensive to care for especially when they come from mommies who aren't healthy. Their multiple exams, vaccines and wormings plus the issues that occur along the way are costly. When you care for puppies the RIGHT way, verses taking a "survival of the fittest" approach that many rescues adopt, it's expensive. We believe in giving every puppy the best chance at a healthy life with proper attention and veterinary care. We know that sometimes no matter what we and our vets do, some may not make it, but that won't stop us from trying. We have saved many weaker pups that grow up to be perfectly healthy dogs!

Leila was seconds away from being hit by a car but because of the actions of a PPR volunteer, she is safe now. Leila and her pups are living the good life. She is getting exactly what she deserves. We share her hope that her prior owners also get what they deserve.

Please help us care for Leila and her pups with a donation. Simply click on the button below and mark your donation "Leila". Thank you!

What Did You Do???

What do these two dogs have in common? Reno was an older skinny dog at animal control with obvious cataracts and rotten teeth. He was shy and afraid. Pepper was a less than handsome puppy that was horribly neglected and probably abused. He was terrified and will require long term care to get well. Who in the world would rescue these two special needs dogs? You of course!! Your support has saved them and will save others like them.

Tod, Reno's foster dad, gives Reno all the love and quality food he needs to put on weight and get healthy. Reno's bloodwork was atrocious. We are hoping that after some quality care and food, his bloodwork will improve--Reno's outlook on life sure has. He's become Mr. Personality. He's gorgeous now and he knows it! Pepper's foster mom, Jacky, loves Pepper to pieces. Jacky gives Pepper his 5 medications every day plus medicated baths. In one week, Pepper has gone from being terrified of people to not wanting to be left alone! In the photo above Pepper and Twinkie (who Jackie adopted from PPR) patiently wait as Jacky prepares them breakfast.

Both of these boys will be in care for a while before they are ready for the Adoptable Dogs Page. Since you won't see them until then, they wanted to pop in to meet you all, share their before and after photos and say "Thank You for saving us!"

Welcome to Poodle and Pooch Rescue!

Poodle and Pooch Rescue is a 501(c)3 non profit organization that rescues dogs that truly need help. All donations are tax-deductible. We have many older, special needs dogs because these are the dogs that need us. Other rescue groups scoop up the young, highly adoptable dogs from animal control. We rescue the "leftovers" -- the ones they don't want because the dog is older or isn't perfect due to a medical condition. These are the dogs we save, so their "last" day becomes the first day of their new life. We provide the veterinary care they need and a foster family they love. When they're ready, we match them with a special family who cherishes them for the rest of their lives. We are all volunteers, nobody is paid.

*** Sassy Seeks a Home! ***

Sweet Sassy, the beautiful fluffy girl in foster dad Darren's arms, has been waiting for a while for a family to call her own. She loves living with her foster parents Amanda & Darren, and their pup Minka, however, like every pooch, she hopes her forever family comes along soon. Amanda & Darren adore Sassy & have provided her with a safe, comfy space that makes Sassy feel like the special girl she is. If you would like to give this little beauty a forever home, please apply on this site under the Apply to Adopt tab. Sassy can't wait to meet you! Learn more about her on the Adoptable Dogs page.

	Lyla is Safe! Rescued from her Old Life!
	Linda, a PPR volunteer, saw a dog wandering behind a church in Apopka. She watched as this skinny dog would appear from the woods, eat the food Linda left for her, then disappear. Linda named her Lyla. On the 10th day, after eating her meal, instead of walking back into the woods, Lyla walked toward Linda, sat down next to her and kissed her on the face. Linda put a leash on Lyla to see where she'd lead her, as Linda was worried there might be puppies. Lyla led Linda to an abandoned home in the woods where she'd been living. She let Lyla off the leash and followed Lyla inside. Lyla ran off and Linda found her in a bedroom, on an old mattress, wagging her tail. She was excited to have a visitor. Linda sat next to her and felt that Lyla's milk was dry and saw no evidence of pups. Lyla followed Linda back to her car and hopped on Linda's lap. They drove to Park Avenue Vet Hospital. Lyla is only a year old, but has already had many litters. Her owners filed down her top teeth which means she was used for breeding fighting dogs. These degenerates file down the top teeth of the females so they can't fight off the males that breed with them. Lyla has heartworms and even after 10 days of eating, is still malnourished. After being abused by humans, Lyla trusts us and knows she is safe. She is so grateful and happy. She's with her foster mom Michelle who says that she is the gentlest dog she's ever met. She is great with Michelle's other dogs and although it's only been two days, Lyla has already found the most comfy place in the house to sleep-- the leather sofa, surrounded by plush blankets! Lyla's tail wags non-stop and she get so happy, she actually smiles! Lyla is special, but unfortunately, not unique. Please donate to help Lyla and the dogs like her we take in every single week. Linda arriving at the vet with Lyla. Michelle giving Lyla a big hug.

Julie's Precious Moments...

Julie is one of PPR's rescue warriors, a tireless and devoted dog lover who makes it her mission to save pups in need. Julie has a special affection for pooches who need a bit of extra medical care, or who are overlooked due to their advanced age. Fortunately, Julie can see the spirit that lives beneath the surface, knowing that each dog deserves, love, comfort and a forever home. Pictured here with Julie is Precious, a sweet little shih Tzu who needed a few medications to heal her skin & eyes. She was a pitiful mess when she came into PPR care after her owner died, however we are happy to report this pooch is thriving in foster care! Precious will make a loving, devoted companion to her forever family & eagerly awaits meeting them! Thank you Julie for saving dogs like Precious who blossom once they are safe & secure in your tender care.

* Pepper the Peppy Puppy! *

Read Pepper's story on the In Recovery Page and look at him today!! His body is still recovering but his spirit is fully restored! Here's Pepper letting everyone know he's doing great. He had a few choice words for his prior owners who neglected him so badly, but we had to edit those out!

Rosie's First Outing

Remember sweet Sierra? She's the courageous little pup who came into PPR care with a useless front leg, probably the result of past trauma. Precious little Sierra never let her troubles get her down. She gave kisses & wagged her tail through several surgeries, including amputation of that dangling right leg. This little trooper was loved by everyone who met her and is now enjoying life with forever parents, Jaqui & Tom, who love taking Sierra everywhere they go. Now known as Rosie, this little pup brings smiles to everyone she meets and brightens even the gloomiest day. Rosie touched all our hearts at PPR and we know she will continue to bring joy to all those who meet her.

You Can Help

You can help by adopting, fostering, volunteering or donating so we can save more dogs.

To adopt, please fill out the Adoption Application and we'll call you to help find the right match for your family.

To foster, please also fill out the Adoption Application but write in that you'd like to foster. We ask for a 2-3 week commitment. You can also call or email us so we can answer your questions. Our foster moms and dads are our heroes!

To volunteer, email us and let us know what you'd like to do. We need transporters within Orlando and outside of Orlando. We need photographers (professional or non professional) that can drive to foster homes and take photos of dogs for the website. We also need people that can sew.

To donate, please click on any of the paypal buttons on our website. With every donation you'll receive photos and updates of the dog(s) you've helped, including a photo of your dog with his new family when he's adopted!

Thank you!