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Below are the beautiful souls that currently bless us with their presence at Dogtree Pines. Each one has a unique story.
All are loved and cared for to the very best of our ability.
Nubbins was found down in Casa Grande and was paralyzed from the neck down. His story was horrific. He was hit in the back of the head with a “blunt object” and thrown out of a car on the side of the highway to die. While he was lying there waiting for help, he got completely tick infested. They estimate he laid there for 3 days.
A blood clot in his neck caused paralysis and he was in a catatonic state. He could not walk and didn’t know how to do even basic things like eating and drinking. I saw that face and I wanted him so bad but knew I could not handle a fully paralyzed dog in the middle of 10 or 12 others. Luckily, Southwest Oasis Labrador Rescue (SOLR) stepped up and placed him with fosters. I continued to stay in touch and three months later he was walking, albeit like a drunken sailor, and was ready to come to the sanctuary and join his new pack to continue his recovery.
He is now fully recovered with just some lingering oddities. He’s 85 lbs of pure joy and muscle and he’s the funniest dog to walk. His little “Nubbin” (nubbed tail) just bounces all over the place with joy...a bit out of control. He’s so beautiful and so sweet and loves exploring his 3-acre forest and having his freedom. He accompanies Great Pyrenees Tucker on patrols around the back forest making sure that his fenceline is secure. He’s fascinated by the squirrels and can be found staring into the trees in hopes that someday he may catch the little critters. He was one of those "meant to be" miracles. He is absolutely flourishing!
Thank you for supporting Nubbins and others like him at Dogtree Pines!
This beautiful boy Dre was picked up as a stray in Yuma and never claimed. He sat at the Humane Society of Yuma until a foster stepped up. They returned him about a month later for "swimming too much"..in the middle of summer in Yuma no less. He had lost weight and didn't look good. About a month later I had enough of watching him sit around. I, and friend Pilot Randy made a flight to Yuma to pick up Dre, Bernie & 2 littles. Dre was then flown straight to his foster in Scottsdale. There is never a dull moment in rescue. The next day, I spoke to the Foster and we decided to do the old Swaperooski and traded Dogs. She took the very rare green lab, a.k.a. Bakers Dozen, and I took Dre. He has turned out to be the be the BEST boy. He's completely deaf, which I suspect he always was, but acts as thought he was a trained service dog. His favorite thing is to follow his Dad everywhere he goes and then stand in his way. He loves to swim and has this amazingly soft, thick coat. When you approach Dre, he rolls immediately on his back waiting for belly rubs. We love him so much! 9.4.2022
Bella is a beautiful Señorita (with smelly feeta) rescued from Rocky Point, MX. Bella was supposedly 14 years old but we think she is closer to 12. She had a family at one point, but they tossed her out on the streets of Mexico because she was "dirtying up their house". This poor old gal was attacked time and time again until a good samaritan, Karen Merillo, rescued her. Bella was covered with wounds and was dripping blood. I saw her online and immediately had to help. No senior deserves this kind of neglect. Bella was transported to Prescott via a network of dog loving people. She was taken immediately to the vet. Bella had 5 different types of bacterial infections on her skin (including MRSA), an eye condition that could cause blindness & tick disease. Bella was poked and prodded, biopsied, and cleaned up then she came to Dogtree Pines. One of the biopsy sites would not heal so she went in for surgery. I'm saddened to say, but an abdomen of tumors was discovered at that time. We put humpty dumpty back together and vowed to give her the life she deserved, as long as that may be. Bella has gained weight, all infections are clear, and her fur has grown back. She's happy as can be and can be seen frolicking through the forest with a smile on her face. She is on immune boosters to hopefully slow the cancer but she loves her life at Dogtree Pines and never wants to leave. Sweet sweet Belleza!
Welcome to the family, Oliver, March 3, 2019. Oliver was adopted from a breeder by two older men, 65 and 85 with medical issues. Soon after adoption, they realized that a labrador puppy was a little too much for them. Oliver was surrendered to AARF in Dewey and then delivered to Dogtree Pines. Oliver serves as the welcoming committee for new dogs and manages to teach all of them to play, even the ones that clearly have never learned to play before.
Two days before Christmas, Navi was rescued by the border by Barb's Dog Rescue. He was in such terrible shape, starved nearly to death and covered in lice and maggots. Much of his body was covered only by raw skin but his biggest problem was an infected wound so deep his bone was exposed and extended down into his paw.
Fearing amputation was the only option, Barb reached out to Dogtree Pines for help. Navi made his way to the states and to Dogtree Pines to continue his treatment. His wounds were so severe that they had to be treated from the inside out. Medical maggots were delivered to Dr. Delia at Harmony Veterinary Care and inserted into his wound to debride and clean up the damaged flesh.
Navi spent the better part of 6 months recovering from his severe wounds but he did make a full recovery. His wounds will always show the horrific start to his life but all that has changed now. It was said that all Navi wanted was a family. Navi has a family, has made friends and finally feels safe for the first time in his short life. He wiggles and squiggles all over the bed in the morning with excitement for another day! He has also discovered the "BALL" and lives to play. He's good too...one of the best retrievers we've seen.
Navi is a volunteer favorite because of his happy outgoing manner and his enthusiasm to play ball. We call him the Mexican Jumping Bean
Helen came to us from Yuma with two damaged eyes. She is our token "little". When she arrived, she had scratched ulcers into her eyes (probably due to allergies). It took many, many vet visits and months of wearing the "collar of shame" but her eyes healed with no permanent vision damage. That was three years ago and she hasn't had any problems since. Helen is our little drama queen and likes to get the big dogs all worked up. Despite being the only little, she definitely holds her own. Don't dare go near her meal or else...
I discovered Petey and Monkey in a small rural Alabama shelter when I was looking for a yellow lab. I was making arrangements to secure Clifford1 and the shelter called asking if I had room for two more. The plan was for Clifford1 to fly out and Petey and Monkey to be transported. At the local foster in AL, Clifford1 was adopted which left C&F coming to Dogtree Pines. I've never done a relay transport before but a schedule was set up with under 2 1/2 hour legs all the way across the nation and volunteers filled the schedule.. There were 21 legs in total with 2 overnights (Dallas & Albuquerque). It was a well coordinated process! What I didn't think about was the toll it would take on two old dogs. It was a rough 2 1/2 days and Petey let everyone know. The last three legs of the trip (Gallup, NM to Prescott, AZ) were flown by friend Pilot Randy and I. It took just a short time for the two to get settled in and they are living their best second lives.
Petey found his person in life...volunteer Hailey. He is now living his best life with Hailey and her family. Monkey fits in perfectly with the pack and will remain at Dogtree Pines.
"Tucker the Great" Pyrenees came to Dogtree Pines when his owner became very ill. United Animal Friends was advertising him for adoption and there were no takers, probably because of his size, his need for property & a job, and the amount this dude eats. That day, I was at my vet office and mentioned him to Dr. Tammy. As it turns out, she has treated Tucker his whole life and knew his owner well. One call later, and we were scheduled to pick up Tucker the following day. Now, we have never had a dog this big and had no idea what to expect. Tucker is the size of a small horse and brings counter surfing to a whole new level. He and Bill bonded almost immediately and Tucker became a permanent of Dogtree Pines. Bill built him the taj majal of dog houses that Tucker absolutely loves. Tucker stays busy guarding the 3-acre fenced property and chasing coyotes, deer & especially javalinas. Tucker is 8 years old.
This 9-month old beauty is Timber. He was picked up as a stray and ended up in the high-kill shelter in Nogales, Arizona. He was set to be euthanized for fear, because he was not adoptable. Well he's not a senior but we couldn't let that happen. I figured a few months at the sanctuary and Timber would be ready to find his forever home. Timber is adjusting nicely and was just neutered. He LOVES all other dogs and is slowly warming up to people. He loves his person (for now) - ME - sleeps in the bed and rolls all over me in the morning. A love bug is in there you just have to bring him out. If you would like to meet Timber, please reach out.
A friend and supporter alerted me about these two. They were dumped on the side of the road in Chowchilla, CA and sat for two days, waiting for their people to return. They were finally picked up and taken to a high kill shelter in Madera. Nobody was willing to take a bonded pair and their time was running short, so we stepped in. Labrador Rescue of Fresno acted fast and pulled the two to safety. Of course, there was a hurrican about to slam the west coast so transport was delayed a it until it was safe. They look like they’ve had a bit of a rough life and both are intact, about 10 y/o or so.
Both boys will see the vet and will be neutered asap. Peanut is a feisty little guy. I can tell already. Woody is just a sweet old lab and boy are they bonded!
Welcome to beautiful nine-year-old Dakota. She’s arrived just in time to help set up the Christmas tree and all the Christmas stockings. She came to Dogtree Pines as an owner surrender. She was a bit cautious of the large pack for the first few days but has fit in just perfectly. She has made herself comfortable in Bill's bed upstairs and gets spoiled rotten all night. She's as sweet as she looks - The perfect yellow lab.
Myra is a 10-year-old German Shepherd mix. She was pulled from MCACC today and just needs some extra care and attention. She was not doing well on a cold concrete. You can’t tell from this photo but her front elbows are swollen and painful, hopefully with just bad arthritis that we can help. She is sick and will be staying with a foster down in the valley until she is well enough to come to Dogtree.
Meet Bob Barker!!! Abandoned in Apache Junction, this 12-year-old German Shepherd mix with a bark like an old smoker, came to Dogtree on 2/18/2024 compliments of his rescuer, Emily. He has a horrible skin condition and is basically covered head to toe and little scabs. Emily took him to a pet ER down in Apache Junction and they put him on antibiotics. I started him on a course of steroids last night and he will get into the vet this week to be seen. He had to be SO miserable!!! He insisted on sleeping next to my head with his head on my pillow last night. What an unbelievably sweet dog. Welcome, Bob Barker to the Muttley Crew. Est DOB 2.18.2012 | 2.18.2024
Who could resist those enormous ears? Not I! We saw a plea from Pinal County in Casa Grande. Gramdpa Pappi was found stuck in the mud in a canal. When he was rescued he could not walk but after being warmed and eating he began to get his strength and started to stand and walk. Nobody knows how long Pappi was stuck in that canal but he was weak and emaciated. The shelter is no place for a senior so I went on a mission to get him out asap! Within about 2 hours, I had him secured and transport set to Casa Grande Airport where Pilot Randy would pick him up the following morning.
Pappi is smaller than I expected and once home, was obviously a bit intimidated by the bigger dogs and all the chaos. After about a week, Pappi tried his hand at a foster home. Within 24 hours he back at DTP to stay. He has been flourishing and it's so fun to watch. We have a special connection, him and I, and I can't wait to see how he comes out of his little shell. Welcome Pappi! Est DOB 3.1.2010 | Rescued 3.1.2024
Sweet senior Sancho, now Yuki or Harvey - male - 37lbs - 10-12 year old Shiba Inu mix came from PCACC wearing a heavy chain and it appears he lived outside his entire life before coming to the shelter. Since being here we have learned Sancho is great with children, not destructive in the home, walks awesome on leash and loves car rides.
Sancho was diagnosed with valley fever after he had a seizure during a meet and greet. He recovered immediately and has been well managed since starting his valley fever treatment. We heard his plea and wanted to support Pinal County Shelter that is pleading with the community to foster and adopt so that they do not have to euthanize. We wanted to help and Harvey was the man! Welcome to DTP Mr. Harvey!
Est DOB 3.24.14 | Rescued 3.24.2024
Normally we rescue dogs from the state of Arizona, since there are so very many in need here. However, every once in a while, a special one stands out from another state.
I was contacted about honey, this 11-year-old lab mix over a month ago from a very, very dedicated Volunteer in Brady Texas. Her owners passed away and the kids immediately took the dog and dumped her at a kill shelter. We figured she had about seven days. From my experience, Texas has got to be the worst state in the country for dumping and euthanizing dogs.
The Dedicated Volunteer asked if I would take honey if they could get her here. They looked into lots and lots of different options for Transport but nothing worked out. This morning, honey left Brady Texas to be driven seven hours by this Volunteer and another 11 hours through the night by a friend of hers to arrive at Dogtree Pines early tomorrow morning.
It gives me faith that there are people out there willing to 18 hours, 36 hours round-trip between two people to save this sweet lady. We can’t wait to meet her. She looks absolutely adorable. Since it's close to Easter, we added the "Bunny" onto her name.
Est DOB 3.27.2013 | Rescued 3.27.2024
Betty White (soon to be renamed) arrived from Arizona Humane on her last day. Betty has a severe condition called "Chronic Sarpei Fever Syndrome" resulting in bought of very high temps (104-107 degrees) and swollen joints. Betty went to the vet and her bloodwork looks surprisingly good. Her condition is very controllable. She is sweet and is currently shacked up with Harvey. She also came with some kennel cough that we are getting a handle on. Est DOB 3.27.2018 | Rescued 3.27.2024
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