Bonnie came when no one else would & helped with a bad situation. Thank you for easing my mind & taking control of the situation. I seriously was doubting anything would change.
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We provide Animal rescue for abandoned or lost pets. Rescued animals are provided with medical care, housing and love until they find a forever home. We offer assistance for found pets and pets that need a new forever home, and we provide pet adoption for pets in our care. We are always looking for volunteers and foster homes to help pets in Grant County.
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These two little pups, Wilma & Betty, were released yesterday from the parvo isolation room at Pioneer Veterinary Clinic, and we couldn’t be happier! ❤️🐾
Their prognosis is excellent, thanks to the incredibly observant foster, Amanda, who recognized the symptoms immediately and took swift action. She left Mattawa at 6:00 a.m. to have them at Pioneer Veterinary Clinic right when they opened at 7:00 a.m. That quick response truly made all the difference.
When a puppy tests positive for parvo, getting them into veterinary care as quickly as possible is critical and can be the difference between life and death.
Now that they’re home, they’ll continue recovering while they go through the 7–10 day virus shedding period. After that, they can resume their vaccination series to provide protection against the other diseases included in their puppy immunizations.
Welcome home, Betty and Wilma! 💕 We can’t wait to watch you continue to thrive while we search for the loving forever families you both deserve.
#ParvoSurvivors #RescueWorks #VaccinateYourPets #SpayAndNeuterYourPets #AdoptDontShop
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This beautiful 7–8 month old male Retriever mix was found wandering near Dodson Road in Ephrata. He is in heartbreaking condition—extremely thin and severely underweight. At first glance, his condition appears consistent with significant neglect, although we recognize there could be an underlying medical cause.
If an owner comes forward, we hope they can provide an explanation for why this young pup is in such poor condition. Until then, our priority is getting him the care he desperately needs.
A full veterinary examination, including blood work, will be performed to determine whether there is an underlying medical condition contributing to his severe weight loss. If no medical cause is found, this level of malnourishment raises very serious concerns about neglect.
For now, this sweet boy is finally safe, and we will do everything we can to help him heal. We will share updates as we learn more.
#AnimalNeglectAwareness
#spayandneuteryourpets
#theirlivesareinourhands
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Please keep these two tiny 3-pound Chihuahuas, Betty and Wilma, in your thoughts and prayers. 💔🐾
After last week’s rescue of them and several other puppies from a residence in Mattawa, our worst fears have become reality—parvo.
Many of you will remember Willow, the young shepherd mix pup who weighed about 15 pounds. Despite getting her to Pioneer Veterinary Clinic, she passed away within minutes of arriving. It was a heartbreaking reminder of how devastating this disease can be.
Early Sunday morning, Betty and Wilma began showing symptoms. They were rushed to Pioneer Veterinary Clinic at 7:00 a.m. Monday morning where they were immediately hospitalized and treated with monoclonal antibodies. Another puppy in their foster home had also been exposed, so she received the same treatment on an outpatient basis as a preventative measure.
Now we wait and pray that we got these precious babies the help they needed in time.
Parvo is preventable. A simple vaccination series can save a puppy’s life and spare them unimaginable suffering. Please vaccinate your pets, keep puppies away from unvaccinated dogs and contaminated areas, and help stop the spread of this deadly virus.
#VaccinateYourPets
#NoExcuses
#SpayAndNeuterYourPets
#ParvoPrevention
#RescueLife
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Rescue Found to take all 3 female pups!
Thanks again Critters Pet Rescue for always being ready to help!
More puppies needing help! 🐾
These sweet pups are now safe, but we still need placement for the last 3 puppies. They are approximately 11 weeks old, pit bull mix puppies, and as cute as can be!
We’re looking for a foster, rescue partner, or shelter that can help get these babies secured and on the path to finding loving forever homes.
If you or your organization can help, please reach out as soon as possible. Every available foster or rescue partner makes room for us to save the next life in need.
Please share—the right person may see this because of you. ❤️🐶
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One thing we take very seriously as a rescue is full disclosure. When we transport dogs, puppies, cats, and kittens to our rescue partners, we share everything we know about their medical condition and history. Our goal is to make sure they receive the care they need and that there are no surprises for the rescue taking them in.
This sweet little boy came to us with a serious wound on his neck. We had him examined by a veterinarian, started him on antibiotics, and placed him with a foster under an owner surrender agreement. Unfortunately, when the previous owner attempted to sneak into the foster’s yard to take him back without paying the veterinary bill, we knew we had to move him to keep him safe.
After arriving at Critters Pet Rescue, one of their experienced medical fosters noticed there was much more going on than the neck wound. After additional questions, the former owner finally admitted that this little dog had been hit by a car two years ago and was never taken to a veterinarian. Instead, he lived in pain. The owner, from Mattawa, said he cried constantly afterward, which only made them angry.
Imagine suffering with what was later discovered to be a broken pelvis for two years. Every time this little guy tried to go to the bathroom, it hurt. Even today, he still experiences pain from those old injuries. No animal should have to endure that kind of suffering.
Now, as if that weren’t enough, he’s facing extensive dental disease from years of neglected care. His journey to recovery isn’t over, and it’s heartbreaking to think that so much of what he’s endured was completely preventable.
This is why proper veterinary care matters. Delaying treatment or ignoring injuries isn’t just unfortunate—it can lead to years of unnecessary pain and suffering.
If you’re able to help with what will likely be a significant dental bill, please consider reaching out to Critters Pet Rescue. Every donation, no matter the size, helps give this deserving little boy the chance to finally live a life free from pain.
Thank you to Critters Pet Rescue and their incredible medical foster for recognizing that something wasn’t right and refusing to stop until they found the answers. This little boy finally has people fighting for him.
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What People Are Saying
I know the sweet people that will be operating this rescue and I know these ladies will do everything possible to make life better for these precious animals.
LaNell Warren
Thank you for starting the rescue!!We are so lucky to have found ARFSGC!! They helped us rehome our foster dog and she found the most wonderful home! I can’t express how much we appreciate their help!
Kristen Curnutt
We Are So Lucky!Thank you Bonnie and ARFSGC for supporting us and being such an advocate for critters all around! I am looking forward to getting to work with you all in the future, especially for kittens and cats!
Erica Gaertner
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