All three of these little guys come to bond with their family very tightly, but then are extremely protective and not receptive to outsiders coming into the home. That has made them more difficult to place. Once they know you, they are the sweetest lovebugs you will ever meet. But they need training and understanding...one obvious solution is to simply put them in another room when you have company. Not everyone is willing to do that. Obviously, a home with very little visitors would suit them best. They are also not appropriate in homes with children. But if you want a very affectionate, sweet, gentle little soul who needs you so very, very much, then please consider one of these guys....see the individual listings for Carl, Munchkin and Pancho.
Rescue a Forever Friend!
Benji's Buddies is a non-profit (501c3) organization dedicated to the rescue and placement of pets into permanent, loving homes. This is our primary mission.
Benji's Buddies was founded by a small group of volunteers who value every pet and believe in their unique individuality and their ability to enrich the lives of others.
We believe that adopting a pet is a lifetime commitment and that no matter what turns life may take, the responsibility and obligation to that pet as a family member should remain constant. Pets are NOT disposable! They are living beings who feel love, fear and loss. Too often in rescue work, we see the result of human cruelty and negligence. These pets are desperate to be loved though their trust has been broken. We feel they deserve better!
We seek adoptive families who understand the meaning of this commitment and want to give a home to a pet in need. By home, we mean a place of love and security...for the rest of their lives. These are the lucky few who have been saved from the sad fate that 1200 pets a week find in Maricopa County alone. It is a terrible statistic. But with your help, in saving just one at a time, we can all make a difference!
Do you have the time to commit to your pet?
Are you willing to commit to take the pet with you should you move in the future?
Do you plan on getting married during the lifetime of this pet?
Do you plan on having children if you don't already have them?
Do you plan on moving away from home or going to college?
How old are the children in your home?
What temperament in a pet best fits your family environment and lifestyle?
Are all members of the family on board with this decision to bring a pet into your lives?
How will the pet fit into your family routine?
What about allergies in the family, or with friends, or anyone who would visit?
Are you willing to make the financial commitment to this pet's health as well?
Are you prepared to deal with issues that require training and patience such as chewing, digging, barking, housebreaking or any other behavioral issue? This is a BIG one. Great pets aren't born, they are made by love and patience!
These are just some of the questions you should consider and answer honestly. These pets have each been given a second chance and they deserve to have it last for the rest of their lives, not until they become an inconvenience and are then passed on yet again. Before you make the commitment and adopt one of Benji's Buddies, you need to understand that. If you find that this is the right time to adopt a rescued pet, we would love for you to consider one of ours.
If you would like help with how to go about addressing a particular problem or where to turn to for training assistance, etc., please feel free to contact us.
ITEMS - We could always use food, treats, toys, blankets,
cages, carriers, bowls and all other pet supplies.
MONEY - We welcome all monetary donations to cover
the costs of vet bills, food and other expenses incurred
in rescue. Please make your checks payable and
send to:
Benji's Buddies Animal Rescue
PO 2127
Higley, AZ 85236
You can also donate by credit or debit card by going to our secured fundraising site on 
VOLUNTEERS:
FOSTERS - Every rescue group, including ours, can
use more good fosters able to temporarily care for a pet
in need. This is no small commitment. You must care
for the animal and bring them to the adoption center on
weekends. For more information, please call.
ADOPTION CENTER WORKERS - We could always use
more people who are ready to commit for specific times
and dates to man the adoption centers. This
requires helping set-up, tear-down, walking animals,
keeping them supplied with water, cleaning up after
them and answering questions about the organization
and the particular pet.
You can also make a difference by spaying/neutering your pet, having a collar and tags on him/her and micro-chipping your pet!
Whatever you do to help is deeply appreciated! For more information, please email daisy320@cox.net.
DOGS and PUPPIES start at $140. This includes spay/neuter, current vaccinations, microchip and collar/tags.
CATS are $80 and KITTENS are $100. This includes spay/neuter, current vaccinations, microchip, collar/tags and FELV/FIV combo test.
FORSAKEN ANGELS CLUB: These particular animals are the sweet angels, who, for one reason or another, have been in foster care longer than most others. They are equally deserving of a loving home. They may require extra training, care or simply haven't had the perfect family find them yet. Reduced rates apply to these precious angels in an increased effort to place them, at last, in their forever homes.
Please call to discuss the particular animal you are interested in and your home situation.
Please note that we do not have the ability to accept payment with credit or debit cards. Must be check or cash at adoptions. We can only take debit or credit card donations through the link indicated above. This is not a resource to process your adoption fee, only a donation link. Thank you..
We are at the Petsmart at 54th/Ray next to Ultimate Electronics every Saturday from 10:00-3:30 pm . Email daisy320@cox.net for details. We also go to the PetsMart at Desert Ridge (Tatum and 101) on Saturdays from approximately 10-4 pm.
Click here for a list of pets at this shelter
