Ube, a one year old Rhodesian Ridgeback mix, was picked up abandoned on
the streets of Pittsburgh PA by a soldier stationed there at the time. This young
man cared for Ube, had him neutered and vaccinated and taught him more than
basic obedience. Ube grew to be large, but a well-behaved and a devoted companion. When the soldier was transferred to Wyoming, Ube came along. But the next transfer was to Iraq and suddenly Ube needed a new home. He was released to RRs. Typical petfinder postings, vet visit, adoption applications, home visits, etc. were done on Ube's behalf and today he is settled in forever with his new family in South Dakota. The new family includes best friends Gracie, a Golden and Sammie, his cat. Seems Ube was destined to serve his country. He is very much at home; his new quardians are a retired military officer and his wife.
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All of the Rainbow Rescue dogs are essentially house dogs, whether large or small, and companion dogs. They are in yards (not kennels) with playmates during the day and individually attend daytime obedience/manners outtings. Volunteers walk the dogs and teach along the way. They go riding inside vehicles regularly to run errands and stop at the park...and must behave accordingly. They also spend some time in the house each day just for manners and personal attention. All the dogs sleep in the house at night, have their own beds. They are crated when they first arrive to insure or instill housetraining. Many prefer that same crate as their space/bed when the door is left open for them to come and go as they please. The dogs are fed twice daily (three if they come too skinny) an excellent natural dog food along with salmon oil for skin/coat health. They have all had basic vet exams, been altered, heart worm tested and microchipped. Where needed they have been wormed, teeth cleaned, ears cleaned/flushed/treated (seems many dogs develop and just live with ear problems, mostly minor, but irritating to them.) We often have treated (all successfully) broken bones, entropion, Cherry Eye, hernias, tumors, ACL tears, heart worm, severe ear infections requiring surgeries and, of course, normal old age infirmities. And, of course, the results of abandonment, lonliness, neglect and sometimes abuse are seriously addressed with unconditional love and gentleness.
"Scholarships" for obedience courses accompany the adoption Rainbow Rescue placements. It is the perfect avenue for bonding with your new companion. We will reimburse the cost of the obedience course once completed.
Who We Are
Rainbow Rescuers visit kill shelters to identify adoptable dogs with good dispositions that will soon be euthanized, usually simply due to lack of space at the shelter. The dog is spayed/neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, heartworm tested and groomed. Often dogs with special medical needs are treated and rehabilitated before adoption.
Rainbow Rescues is non-profit ( 501c3), depending solely on donations to cover the above vet expenses plus any fostering, office and transport costs. Rescue donations are greatly appreciated .
Adopting a friend
Our goal is to place a homeless dog with a permanent home and a loving family. Matching the right dog with the right family involves consideration of activity level, space available, companionship time, personality/disposition, and amount of care required. Long term welfare of the dog is our primary concern. If you are interested in providing a home for one of our dogs, please email for an adoption application. A minimum rescue contribution of $150.00 toward operating expenses is required.
Come Visit Us!
Most of our dogs are still patiently waiting in a shelter. Some are in foster homes. We provide maximum information about the dogs history and personality as well as a wealth of information on training, adjusting and including a new dog in your family.>
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