WE HAVE A NEW WEB SITE where you can download the Adoption Application, Foster Application and Weekend Waggle forms.  Just go to http://www.rescuemek9.com/ and check out our new site. (Created by Terri Goff, Digital Media Services of Utica - http://www.dmwebdesigns.com)

Rescue Me-Purebred K9 Rescue, Inc. is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) dog rescue (charity) organized by a group of women wanting to provide an alternative placement for dogs needing new homes and people needing to rehome their dog because of a special circumstances - poor economy/home foreclosures, death in the family, child becomes allergic, moving to another state or into an apartment, moving into a nursing home, dog does not accept new baby in the family, etc.  Some people find it very difficult to surrender their dog to a Humane Society so we provide the alternative.  We do not receive any grants or outside funding at this time, and all our expenses are covered via adoption fees and donations.  Our staff consist of volunteers (most holding down full-time jobs) who love working with dogs and people.  We are always in need of volunteers.  All donations are tax deductible.
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TRANSPORT FOR DOGS - If you would like to help by being part of a train to transport puppies, please contact Mary @ (315) 271-6161.  We often times help another rescue with an over abundance of puppies and need help with transport (usually from southern NY).  We often times need fosters for puppies so if this is something you might like to volunteer to do, please contact Denise at (315) 525-6097.

FOSTER HOMES NEEDED IMMEDIATELY - Dogs are being surrendered almost daily.  We are in desperate need of foster homes. Please check our dog descriptions and pick a dog to foster  We also could use some volunteers to walk dogs, brush them (hair is everywhere), and just play with them..  Please NO PHONE CALLS after 9:00 p.m.  
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We are strickly a foster-based rescue organization.  All of our dogs reside in the homes of wonderful people who take in dogs in need while awaiting their permanent homes.  If we do not have a foster home available for a dog, we cannot help the dog or the family.  Please consider opening your heart and home to dog(s) waiting for their second chance.  YOU WILL TRULY MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN A DOG'S LIFE AND YOU WILL FEEL GREAT!  HELPING DOGS... ONE AT A TIME.  

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We have a "Weekend Waggle" program (application to fill out and be approved) where a family can take a dog home for the weekend.  Please email  Denise Carr - dogfriends@frontiernet.net - for more details or download an application from our new web site at http://www.rescuemek9.com/
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Our "Adopt a Rescue Me Dog" program is a great program for kids as a school project, Sunday School project, 4-H, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, etc.  We will bring the dog to visit the children in the organization, have their picture taken with them, and follow the dog through his journey to his new home.  
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Our foster care program is very rewarding!!   
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Denise Carr is our Foster Care Coordinator for the eastern region of Central New York.  She would be glad to discuss either of these programs with you.  She can be reached at (315) 861-5351 or email at dogfriends@frontiernet.net.  NO PHONE CALLS after 8:45 p.m.  Sherry Slocum, Foster Care Assistant, and can be reached at (315) 525-0288.  NO phone calls after 9:00 p.m.

<br>Our western CNY Foster Care Coordinator is Stephanie Walczak, and she can be reached at (315) 317-3386 (please leave a message) or email is nursebuffyrn@hotmail.com.  If you cannot reach Stephanie, please call her assistant Janice Casale at (315) 382-5806 (please leave a message) or email her at jmcstlr@aol.com.  Of course, if you cannot reach one or the other of our foster care coordinators, please call our Director Mary Cooper at (315) 271-6161 (please leave a message).


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<h1>Rescue Me-Purebred K9 Rescue, Inc.</h1>  
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We serve the Central New York region.  Our contacts live in various locations throughout Central New York - Verona, North Brookfield,  Rome, Hamilton, N. Utica, Cicero, Syracuse, and Oriskany Falls.  <br>We have expanded to the Syracuse area and could use more volunteers to assist us. <br>Most of our dogs for adoption are currently living in foster homes located throughout Central New York.  If you would like to become a foster care home, please contact one of our Foster Care Coordinators.

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<center><h3>ADOPTING A FRIEND</h3>
Dogs are truly "Man's Best Friend" because they don't care if you are having a bad hair day, if you're not wearing the latest styles, or you didn't clean the house today!  A dog will love you when you are happy and be concerned when you are sad.  

WHEN PICKING UP YOUR NEW ADOPTED FRIEND, PLEASE BRING A LEASH AND COLLAR.  Thank you.

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<center><h3>Training your dog is Important!!</h3>

We truly believe that a happy pet is a trained pet!  The majority of dogs that are surrendered to us are due to lack of training.  Dogs prefer you to be the boss (alpha) so they don't have to bear that "burden;" though they will if they think they have too. That is when problems begin!  If you train your child properly, you should also train your dog properly to be a good citizen.  Training a canine to sit, stay, down, off and all the basics are very important, though it is equally important for the training to continue throughout their lives. It is never too late to obedience train your dog. "Rescue Me" can recommend local trainers that have volunteered to help us make our dogs more adoptable. In return we are very happy to provide their names, phone numbers and business cards. There are many trainers out there and some have different techniques.  However we are saying that no matter who the trainer is... the same goal is in mind....  A happy dog/puppy makes for a happy dog owner!!  We highly recommend you attend obedience training for you and your new dog.  Obedience classes train the trainer, not the dog.  It is your responsibility to carry through with what you have learned so your dog and family are both satisfied with the results.   

<h3>Special Thanks!</h3><IMG SRC="http://www.petfinder.com/gifs/flowersleft.gif">Most importantly we would like to thank all of our volunteers and foster homes. Those who donate their time, homes, monies and love to save a dog in need. Without you, we wouldn't exist. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. ***
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Michael C. Velapoldi, K9 Trainer & doggie daycare Manager - Start enjoying your dog more!  Would you like your dog to sit, stay, come when called, leave it, walk nicely on a leash and/or stay off people and the furniture?  Personal training provided in your dog's own home.  Mike manages a doggie day care in Oneida, Club Meadow Daycare and Training.  Hours are Monday thru Friday 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.  Please call him at (315) 280-4111 or 749-6165 or email at Licks5@juno.com for more information.  "A tired dog is a good dog!"  Everyone loves a good dog.           

GO TO:  http://www.rescuemek9.com/ to download an Adoption Application, Foster Care Application, Weekend Waggle form, or to access Club Meadow Daycare and Training, Complete K9, and Walk Your Dog with Love harnesses.

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<center>If you are looking to adopt, please EMAIL our Adoption Coordinator, Sue Sitts, at susieq462@yahoo.com.  <br> No calls after 9 p.m. please!! 
<br><br><center>If you would like to foster or participate in any of our programs, please call Denise Carr, Foster Care Coordinator East, at (315) 861-5351 before 8:30 p.m. or email at dogfriends@frontiernet.net

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Stephanie Walczak, Foster Care Coordinator West, at (315) 317-3386 or email nursebuffym@hotmail.com  (please leave a message)

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