This is Courage, a beautiful pit bull. Her name is perfect, her story is long and her scars are emotional ones. She is a dog that had fallen on hard times. She sometimes doesn't know what to do. She can't just "BE" as she had been conditioned "TO DO" not what she wanted to do, but what "THEY" wanted her to do, the people that damaged her spirit. She was taught to fight. She is an example for all who meet her. As she knows first hand of the torment this breed goes through when in the hands of an irresponsible owner. Her love for life and zest to please was taken advantage of and caused her to become a different dog. She is what the experts call a damaged dog. A dog who was abused and just reacts to and does what ever she has been conditioned to do to keep herself safe.
She loves everyone she meets but her ability to remain calm is weak. At Glen Wild we must keep her as calm as possible. I am working with her daily to get her comfortable on a leash so she can eventually go for long walks without getting too excited. I truly hope we can get her to a place of calm so that she can be handled without incident. She gives us all Courage to continue our work to help homeless animals as she truly appreciates her safe haven.
Last week when teen boys came to visit Glen Wild Rescue most of their questions were about Courage. Many of these young men live in the East New York section of Brooklyn and know about and have seen dogfights. This was the first time they saw what happens after the fighting. They saw a dog that had been victimized by her former surroundings. They were able to relate to her. They felt sorry for her and realized that fighting dogs has serious consequences. The teens are learning about making the right choices in life; I know that the time they spent with Courage will help them make the right ones.
Courage, I am sorry for the abuse you suffered before you came to Glen Wild. I know we can help you heal. I thank you for letting me tell your story to all that come to visit and thank you for your work with the teens as you are helping to change the world one teen at a time.
Please sponsor Courage for as little as $11 per month.
Petey is one of our senior dogs. He came to us when the sanctuary he was living in for many years closed down. Petey is a very distinguished dog, a bit aloof, but when he is with someone he knows well he jumps up and gives kisses when no one is looking. In order to keep Petey happy we are asking for help. Petey is on a special diet C/D and as a senior pet his veterinary costs have increased.
Please sponsor Petey starting at $11 per month.
Annie is 10 years young, originally from the streets of NYC. She is a love to those she knows well but her fear of strangers made it impossible to be adopted. Annie is very happy here with us and we are her family and this place is her home. She loves to go for walks and loves to give kisses.
Please sponsor Annie for just $11 per month.
This is Bella. She was brought to Glen Wild after someone found her tied to a light pole and left to starve.
UPDATE: Bella is doing very well and gaining weight. She is a favorite of the volunteers and enjoys walks and training sessions.
Please help us keep Bella on the road to recovery by donating to her care using the PayPal button below.
Please sponsor Bella for just $11 per month.
Elvis is a one year old Min Pin mix who was found as a stray in the Town of Oneonta. He is a little shy but sweet. Please consider adopting Elvis.
Holly is a greyhound mix who loves to play and jump. She is not fond of cats and prefers to be the only pet in the household. She is great with kids and adults; she is housebroken and well mannered. Please adopt Holly.
Lilly is a beautiful dog, but her face tells you more.... Lilly was the victim of abuse, beaten in the head by the person she trusted most, her owner. She was removed from her home and due to the abuse she does not trust easily so she has settled in here and loves feeling safe. Lilly is a true love and I spend time with her daily as she has chosen to trust me. I tell her everyday that she is safe here and that we love her and no harm will come to her.
Please help us take care of Lilly by sponsoring her starting at $11 per month.
Spike is a 6 year old shep mix. Spike's owner passed away and Spike found himself at the local animal control. Glen Wild decided to help this dog find a new family to love. Please consider adopting Spike.
Stanley and his sidekick Checkers love to play all day long. Stanley has some serious resource guarding issues so he has joined the sanctuary here also. Liz adopted Checkers but he still pals around with Stanley as great friendships need to stay intact.
Please help us keep Stanley and Checkers together by sponsoring Stanley for as little as $11 per month.