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Support Justin’s Veterinary Treatment

Our beloved dog Snoopy is currently fighting for his life in the emergency veterinary hospital. What started as vomiting quickly turned into aspiration pneumonia, a life-threatening condition that happens when material is inhaled into the lungs. Snoopy is now in critical condition, receiving oxygen therapy, intensive care, antibiotics, and constant monitoring. This has been one of the most heartbreaking experiences our family has ever faced. Snoopy is not just a pet—he is our best friend, our family, and a huge part of our lives. Seeing him struggle to breathe has been devastating, but we are doing everything we can to give him a chance to recover. 
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Help Save Snoopy: Emergency Vet Care Needed

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<div>A beautiful 3-month-old male puppy was recently surrendered to Joy &amp; Love Rescue after suffering a devastating broken leg. He is now under veterinary care, and doctors are doing everything they can to determine if his leg can be saved. Without immediate treatment, there is a very real possibility that he could lose it.

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<div>Joy &amp; Love Rescue has stepped in to give this little fighter a chance, but the medical costs are significant, and they cannot do it alone.

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<div>Today, we’re asking our community to come together for this innocent puppy. Every donation—no matter how small—will go toward his emergency veterinary care, diagnostics, surgery, medications, and recovery. If we’re able to raise enough funds quickly, we have a better chance of saving his leg and giving him the future he deserves.

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<div>Together, we can give this sweet puppy the opportunity to heal, grow, and one day find the loving forever home he deserves.

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<div>From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your kindness, generosity, and support. Let’s show him that he is loved and that he’s not alone in this fight. ❤️

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Save a Puppy’s Leg: Urgent Help Needed

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Save Coquito: A Senior Dog Who Was Meant to Be Loved

I am writing to you today regarding Sheila, a foster pet under the care of Miami-Dade Animal Services, whom I have been fostering for the past three months. Sheila has brought so much joy and comfort to my home, and I am committed to giving her the best possible chance at a happy life. Unfortunately, the Plantation Colony has requested her removal or a pet fee. As someone who volunteers extensively and dedicates personal time to animal rescue, I am unable to cover this fee myself. 
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Help Sheila Stay in Her Foster Home

<div>I am Road’s foster mom! You can see him at Stella Roo the Dog on Insta. I'm creating this fundraiser to help care for him. <strong>He was used as a bait dog and has now been flourishing with foster mom for six months.</strong> Some care issues have popped up where mom will need help with him, and this GoFundMe is to support that.
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Help Road Thrive After His Rescue

<div>Hunter my sweet boy American Bulldog mix who finally got the second chance he deserved. Like many rescue dogs, I don’t know everything about his past, but I do know that he deserves to be loved, cared for, and given every opportunity to live comfortably and happily.

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<div>As someone who just welcomed Hunter into my family, I wasn’t prepared to face such a large medical crisis so soon. However, I am committed to doing everything I can to help him. Hunter deserves the chance to be fully evaluated by specialists and to receive any treatment that may improve his quality of life.

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<div>Whether you can donate $5, $10, or simply share this fundraiser, every bit of support means the world to us.

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<div>Please keep Hunter in your thoughts and prayers as we search for answers and determine the next steps in his care.

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<div>Thank you for helping us fight for Hunter and for giving this sweet rescue dog the chance he deserves.

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Help Hunter Get the Care He Deserves

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<div>Molly is a 7-year-old black pittie mix who has been in the shelter system since December 2024, including time at the Medley location. Despite being one of the sweetest dogs I’ve ever met, she has heartbreakingly received little to no adoption interest. After waiting so long, and as a senior bully breed, the odds are unfortunately already stacked against her.
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<div>Molly has waited far too long for her happy ending. Please help us show this beautiful girl that her person is still out there. 
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Help Molly's Training To Save Her From Returning to Shelter

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<div>The number of abandoned dogs arriving each week is staggering, each one arriving in a state of fear, malnourishment, and desperation.

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<div>These animals were callously discarded by their previous owners, who showed no concern for their well-being. Their friendly nature speaks volumes about their past life as beloved pets, discarded without compassion or regard.

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Give Hope to Redland’s Forgotten Dogs

<div>Hi everybody, we are desperately asking to share or to donate for <strong>Milo</strong>. <strong>He had an emergency surgery.</strong> He was bleeding in his abdomen and he was in really bad pain. You know that emergencies are expensive, and there was no option but for him to have surgery right away because he was most likely going to die if he didn’t get the surgery right away. 
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Help Milo Recover from Emergency Surgery

<div>My name is Alex Shams. I live in Phoenix, Arizona, but I was born and raised in Bukhara, Uzbekistan. I have lived in Phoenix since 2017, but Bukhara will always be my hometown.
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<div>Island of Kindness is not like the animal shelters many of us are used to seeing in the United States. There are no air-conditioned indoor spaces, no government funding, and no steady financial support. The dog rescue movement is still very new in Uzbekistan, and this shelter exists only because of one person’s dedication, volunteers, and caring people who donate.
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<div>The dogs live outside in kennels and small dog houses built by volunteers. Every day, the shelter struggles to provide food, medical care, cleaning, repairs, and basic care for all of them. I personally help every month with whatever I can, but the need is much bigger than what one person can do.
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<div>Now summer is coming, and summers in the Bukhara region are extremely hot, often reaching around 100°F or higher. For dogs living outside, shade is not a luxury — it is a necessity.
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<div>Right now, the shelter is trying to build a protective canopy over the dog houses. The full area that needs to be covered is about 40 meters long. Part of the canopy has already been built at the end of the row, but most of the area is still open and exposed to the sun, rain, wind, and cold weather.
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<div>So far, the shelter has completed 4 sections of the canopy, and they are beginning work on the 5th section. But there is still much more to finish. Because this project is very expensive for such a small shelter, they can only build it step by step whenever enough money is raised for materials.
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<div>The goal is simple: help Island of Kindness complete the canopy as soon as possible so 150 rescued dogs can have shade, protection, and a safer place to survive the extreme summer heat and bad weather.
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<div>Every donation, no matter the size, will help buy materials and continue building the remaining canopy sections. With the power of community, we can help finish this project faster and give these dogs something very basic but life-changing: shade, safety, and hope.
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<div>Thank you for caring, sharing, and helping dogs who cannot ask for help themselves.
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Help Island of Kindness Shelter Beat the Heat

<div>Bruno is a rescue from Miami Dade Animal Services. He arrived at the shelter on 4/18 after being hit by a car with a broken femur and had to undergo surgery. On top of that, he has bite scars all over his body and is completely shut down emotionally. You can only imagine what a dog has gone through to be in this state, and it breaks my heart to see him suffering like this. 
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<div> Your support means the world to me and to Bruno. Helping him is part of my deep passion and mission to rescue dogs in need, and with your generosity, I hope to help even more dogs like Bruno in the future. Please consider donating or sharing this fundraiser to give Bruno the hope and healing he desperately needs.
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Help Bruno Heal: Rescue & Recovery Fund

<div>Rusty and Terry’s story almost ended before it truly began.

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<div>These two sweet brothers were found abandoned at a local park, their collars still on. Witnesses say they waited patiently like good boys, watching every passing car and person, hoping their owner would come back for them. But no one ever did.

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<div>A kind Good Samaritan found them and brought them to the shelter, thinking it would be a safe place. Tragically, Rusty and Terry had only been there a short time when they were given a euthanasia deadline of March 13th.

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<div>Two innocent dogs, abandoned and confused, scheduled to lose their lives simply because the shelter is full.

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<div>But their story changed when an incredible person stepped up and said yes to fostering both brothers together. Because of this one act of kindness, Rusty and Terry now have a chance to live.

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<div>Their foster home is about 4 hours away, and we need to arrange safe transport to bring them to their new beginning. We are also hoping to provide them with the veterinary care they deserve — wellness exams, vaccines, and any additional vetting they may need after their time at the shelter.

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<div><strong>Rusty and Terry have already been through abandonment and the fear of losing their lives. With your help, their next chapter can finally be one of safety, love, and healing.</strong>

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<div>Every donation, no matter the size, helps give these brothers the fresh start they deserve.

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<div>If you can’t donate, please consider sharing their story. It truly saves lives.

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<div>Thank you for helping Rusty and Terry get the second chance they were almost denied.

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Help Save Rusty & Terry-Abandoned Brothers Given 2nd Chance

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<div>I’m reaching out for help for sweet Minnie, who is currently battling severe pneumonia.

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<div>She has been to multiple vet visits and has gone through different treatments and antibiotics, but nothing has worked. After X-rays showed fluid in her lungs, vets now believe she may have fungal pneumonia, which is much more serious and requires specialized care.

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<div>Minnie was returned out of love and concern, as her condition can be dangerous for vulnerable individuals like infants. She now needs a higher level of care to have a chance at recovery.

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<div>Her medical costs are quickly adding up, and we’re asking for help to cover her treatments and give her the chance she deserves.

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<div>Every donation, share, and prayer means the world.

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<div>Thank you for supporting Minnie ❤️

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Help Minnie Fight Severe Pneumonia

Lia is a young dog who has spent nearly her entire life at Miami Dade Animal Shelter. Despite her sweet nature, she’s been returned five times, and each time she comes back, she’s heartbroken. The repeated returns have taken a toll on her spirit—she’s currently depressed and has little appetite, struggling to find hope in the shelter environment. Growing up in the shelter has made it hard for her to adjust to new environments, and she needs help learning how to trust and connect with people and other animals. 
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Help Lia Get Training for a Forever Home

<div>My name is Inkiru Bernard and Hurricane Melissa has destroyed my hometown of Black River, Jamaica - including my childhood home where my mother still lives, her name is Inez McRae. She lost her roof and almost all of her possessions during the Hurricane and has been sleeping on the ground covered by zinc ever since the storm passed. I am raising the funds to first provide temporary roofing for my mom, then building a more permanent solution. The funds will also purchase critical furniture and appliances that were destroyed in the storm - a gas stove, refrigerator, mattress etc. I will transfer the money to the joint account at the National Commercial Bank  I hold with my mother in Jamaica and will go to Jamaica myself on November 8th for a week to spearhead the reroofing. I will return in December to continue the work. Sky News UK has featured our story and they were instrumental in reconnecting me with my mother for the first time since the hurricane passed. Please donate to help us rebuild the house. You can watch our story on the link provided.<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eHPhWqSzov0&amp;list=LL&amp;index=1&amp;t=74s" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eHPhWqSzov0&amp;list=LL&amp;index=1&amp;t=74s" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eHPhWqSzov0&amp;list=LL&amp;index=1&amp;t=74s</a></a>
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Help My Mother Rebuild her House

<div>Cody has been at Miami-Dade Animal Services for close to two years and is one of its longest residents. He’s had almost no adoption interest and hardly any pawventures. After almost two years at the shelter, Cody’s behavior began to deteriorate due to his long stay. In June, I took Cody out on foster care to give him a break, allow him to be a dog again, and hopefully find him a home.
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<div>Please, help us support Cody’s treatment. He is a fantastic, athletic, sweet, and loving dog that does not deserve to die after waiting in a small kennel for two years. Cody is fighting for his life and leg, and we want to help him as much as possible.
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<div>This big boy has so much life left to live and he still needs to find his perfect forever family.
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<div>Please help us save Cody.
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Save Cody: A Foster Dog's Battle for Life

<div>Hi, I’m Amy, and I’ve had the privilege of fostering Wall-E—a gentle, loving 3-year-old terrier mix. After two long years confined to a shelter kennel with minimal social interaction, Wall-E is finally getting his first taste of comfort, trust, and connection.
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<div>Wall-E's was only a puppy at a year old when he entered the Medley Shelter, he then spent the next two years mostly isolated from the outside world with little to no socialization. Despite the rough start in life he is full of love – and is eager to always show it. He is low-energy and completely potty trained. Wall-E loves his toys and entertains himself with them. However, he will always prefer to be near his person. His demeanor isn't just relaxed; it's filled with loyalty. As a faithful companion, he flourishes on gentle affection and is ideally suited for a peaceful, nurturing home where he can feel safe and cherished. He is the true definition of man's best friend. Our aim is to ensure that he finds success with his next family, so he never again has to pass life looking through kennel gates of the Medley facility.
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<div>As a community, we have the power to come together and provide Wall-E with the loving life he truly deserves—one filled with warmth, care, and a feeling of belonging. Your support can make a significant difference in helping him move from shelter life to a welcoming family environment. If you’re unable to contribute financially, sharing this fundraiser within our community would be invaluable. This is not just Wall-E’s journey; it's ours as well. Thank you for helping to create a brighter future for this gentle soul.
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Support Wall-E's Journey from Shelter to Family

Lily and Joseph Ianaconi have been so excited to know that they are expecting their first child, a baby boy, in May of 2020.  Early in pregnancy, Baby Ianaconi seemed to be developing well. However, after an anatomy scan, it was discovered that  Baby Ianaconi has a  <a href="https://chw.org/medical-care/fetal-concerns-center/conditions/infant-complications/congenital-pulmonary-airway-malformation" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">CPAM</a>  (a mass), and at that time, it seemed to only affect one lung. <br /><br />Since December, Lily and Joe, both public school music teachers, have been traveling once a week to Burlington, VT in order to have weekly scans of Baby Ianaconi's lungs to monitor the CPAM at UVM Hospital. This mass is considered extremely rare, but it is something that the UVM team has seen before and they were in great hands.  The mass stabilized and even shrunk in size.  In early March, they went for their normal scans and the doctors noticed an abnormality in the baby's other lung.  UVM wasn't sure what was going on and they were sent to Boston Children's Hospital. After a day of tests including an MRI, ekg and consultation with the head of surgery and radiology, they were given a diagnosis. A second mass was discovered in Baby's other lung. After a great deal of research it has been determined by the hospital that a case like this has never been seen before in any US or European Hosptial. Lily and Joe were advised to temporarily move to Boston on April 1 in order to give their baby a chance at life.  Lily and the baby are currently being closely monitored, and at any moment Lily may have to be induced so they have the available resources to care for the baby. When born,  Baby Ianaconi will immediately have to be placed on an ECMO and then undergo an extensive surgery. This surgery is extremely risky, as they may have to remove the left lung entirely. Baby will require significant medical intervention in order to survive. <br /><br />In addition to leaving their home in Malone, NY, they will have to find the means to live in Boston for an undetermined amount of time, and face medical expenses associated with these circumstances. Going through this experience during a pandemic is only creating a more challenging circumstance for them. <br /><br />In spite of all that they are facing, Lily and Joe have become incredibly positive and strong parents. Lily and Joseph have devoted their lives to helping educate the young minds of tomorrow. They spend their time working extensively in their schools and community. They have shown their students that even in the darkest of times, the world can be a lot brighter with the power of music.  Now, it’s our turn to show them the power of hope, the power of a miracle, and the power of love. <br /><br />We know this is an unprecedented time for many people given the spread of Covid-19 virus, and the resulting economic impact. If you aren't in a place to donate, please share. Please spread awareness for this young family during this incredibly difficult time. Thank you for your kindness.

Diandra Krupek Ianaconi