Cricket

2009-09-05

Little Cricket was 12 years old when her family decided they didn't want her any more. She had mammary tumors down both sides of her belly, and terrible tarter build-up on her teeth. Ratbone Rescues took Cricket in and had all her medical needs taken care of... but we could not prevent the heartache of losing the only family she had ever known. Today, at 13+ years of age and more than a year in rescue, Cricket is finally happy again - living with her foster family, sleeping in bed with them every night. Her mammary cancer will probably come back, but when it does Ratbone will do everything we can to help her survive and live a good life, filled with love and companionship.

Madeline

2000-12-05

Madeline has been in rescue for a very long time. She originally came from a Missouri puppymill, at almost 4 years of age. It took Madeline over a year to become comfortable with being handled by her foster family, but now - 10 years later - she is as normal as any other dog. Madeline has severe patellar luxations (dislocated knees), as well as a badly healed broken shoulder (which makes patella surgery unlikely to succeed). Despite her physical limitations, Madeline is a loving companion, and enjoys the same things as all the other dogs in her foster home: sleeping at night in "the big bed", getting belly rubs, eating yummy treats, and taking long breaks in a sunspot by the back door.

Caroline

2010-11-25

Caroline is a 12 pound cutie. She came from a puppy mill, and had never touched grass before - and had not often been touched kindly by human hands. Caroline adores other dogs and cats, though. She will seek out affection from her fostermom, but does not like to be held. In time we hope Caroline will learn to trust humans. She has a clown-like personality, and loves to show off. Caroline is so special! She has come so far after the cruel life she led in the puppymill. Caroline wants approval in all she does - she just doesn't quite trust all the way yet. She is young, just barely a year old. Caroline is a very rare chocolate merle color.

Lady

2009-12-16

Lady was estimated to be eight years old when she first came to Ratbone. She is a bright girl who forms strong bonds with her person. Lady will seek out physical affection, such as belly rubs, being petted and staying close to people. She has had a difficult time with the loss of her original owner, multiple foster placements, one failed adoption, and an airplane transport across the country. Lady has undergone a series of medical tests to address incontinence, however the results were inconclusive; she is taking daily medication that helps to a degree, but she currently wears a dog diaper to keep accidents to a minimum.

Jersey

2012-01-08

Jersey is a retired puppy mill dog; there is no telling how many babies she had in her lifetime. She is at least 9 years old, and a very laid back, relaxed girl. Jersey is a real couch potato, and is very gentle. She is quiet, easy to get along with, and likes belly scratches and treats. Jersey likes men, women and children - and would probably like cats, too. The happiest times of the day for Jersey are laying in the afternoon sun... or near the wood stove on a chilly morning. She is housebroken, walks okay on a leash, and knows how to use a dog door. Jersey weighs about 20 pounds, and is a "teddy-type" Rattie, with short legs.