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Ring Dog Rescue is a rescue group dedicated to the "Bully Breeds". We are a 501 (c)3 nonprofit organization and are currently listing adoptable "bullies" from, not only Ring Dog Rescue, but our other rescue friends and those who have opened their door to an orphaned "bully" in private rescue.
We at Ring Dog Rescue all own a "bully" and would like to answer all your questions and help guide you to a happy life for you and your companion, as well as to aid you in finding the perfect one for you.
If there is anything you can't find on the site please contact us with questions at ringdog@ringdogrescue.org. Our mailing address is PO Box 28632, Henrico, VA 23228 and to leave a message in our voicemail, call 804 622-4200. The number to fax an adoption or foster application is 804 590-2650.
If you're considering or want to find a new home your bully breed dog, click here for more information.
Soldier desperately needs eye surgery!
Soldier is a young Rottie who desperately needs surgery for entropia (eyelids turn in and lashes damage the eyes). Soldier arrived about 30lbs underweight, and should top out well above 100lbs. His right eye was covered in yellow discharge and due to prior neglect, the entropia has already caused damage. If he doesn't receive surgery soon, Soldier will loose sight in that eye. Surgery costs around $500.00. If you are able to help support Soldier, please click the PayPal button below to make a donation (just indicate "For Soldier" in the comments field) or you can mail funds to
PO Box 28632
Henrico, VA 23228.
Thanks!!!!!!!!
posted 06.30.09
Nibs now has a home, but needs major surgery
Good news and some bad news....Nibs has a forever home!! There is one problem. When his adopter took him to the vet it was discovered that he has a cranial cruciate tear. The estimate to repair the leg is $978. His adopter has already spent about $300 on him getting blood work, X-rays, etc done and now this. Click here to read more about Nibs, whose elderly owner had to go into a nursing home, and donate using the PayPal button below.
posted 06.24.09
Farmer's Insurance — Sign up and we get 25 bucks!
Farmer's Insurance is offering us a $25 referral fee whenever a poilcy is written and our name is given. So tell your friends, neighbors, relatives and co-workers to give the office a call today for a free quote! (804) 389-2974
posted 06.24.09
Our summer newsletter is here
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posted 06.17.09
Summer and dogs
"This is Ring Dog Rescue reminding everyone to be safe in the hot weather. Many dogs expire this time of year due to heat, others suffer terribly when left outside for extended periods of time. We at Ring Dog Rescue would like to encourage all animal owners to be aware of the temperatures! Dogs should not be left in vehicles, EVEN IF THE WINDOWS ARE DOWN, there is no circulation of air inside vehicles and dogs will quickly go into heat stress then heat stroke. It only takes a few min. Exercise while important should be kept to a minimum in extreme temperatures, dog parks while we do not condone Bullies attending for other reasons, should be used only for short periods of time with unlimited water, if your dog begins to show any signs of heat stress they should immediately leave and go to a cool environment and given a cool soak with a hose or a visit to the tub. Rubbing alcohol can be sprayed on the pads and the inside of the ear flap to help cool and bring down internal temperatures, however being aware of the heat and what activities you intend for you and your animal and planning according to outside temperatures is the best way to avoid an accident from happening. A dogs internal core temperature is appox. 102 degree's, if the internal core get to 106 the animals organs begin to shut down and often can have irreversible damage done. Please be conscience of not only your companions but the others around you, if you see an animal in distress call animal control immediately!!! Just yesterday neighbors of mine down the street who I have multitude of problems with left their black lab out all day all night then repeat. She died of heat stroke! Please be aware please report inhumane activity and please speak up, someone cursing at you when you tell them to leave the dog park because their dog is in heat distress is worth the tongue lashing if it save's that dogs life. Thanks and have a happy safe summer!"
posted 06.08.09
Pirate was shot in the eye and needs surgery!
This is Pirate and the Rockbridge SPCA believes he was shot in the eye. He has to have his eye removed and they are trying to raise the money to perform the surgery. Karen wrote: "...he's a wonderful sweet boy, a stray that came in yesterday...loved the ride to the vets office and wagged his tail while she looked at the eye..the eyeball is ruptured, looks like he was shot :(" Please send all donations to the address, below:
Rockbridge SPCA
P.O. Box 528
Lexington, Va. 24450
Attn: Karen Beard - Pirate
posted 06.02.09
Ocean Waves VA — Massages for your furry friend
If you have ever received a massage in a spa or other setting, you know how wonderful it makes you feel. As time goes on, more and
more dog owners are realizing and accepting that massage is beneficial for their dog too. Not only does it calm nervous and timid dogs,
but it also helps dogs with arthritis, elbow or hip dysplasia. The benefits, both psychological and physical, are enormous. Canine massage
is also especially beneficial for show dogs, agility dogs, police dogs, search and rescue dogs, and other working dogs.
Click here to find out more.
posted 06.01.09
Foster homes needed
As always, we're in need of foster homes. If you know anyone interested, please pass this message along. Click here to read more about our foster program. Ring Dog Rescue pays for food and medical, we just need folks to provide a loving foster home for a dog until we can find it a permanent home. We're currently in need of fosters for a handful of dogs currently in our care whose current foster situations are only temporary. The dogs in need are Leban, Chance, Harriet, Moxie and Trac, three boys and two girls. Leban and Chance could use experienced bully owners/fosters.
posted 05.19.09
Dogs Deserve Better Wall of Shame
Please see, below, for a message from our friends at Dogs Deserve Better. They are hoping to present this information at the next General Assembly. In addition to the note, below, we'd like to encourage folks that, if they see dogs in inhumane conditions, be sure and report these cases to your local animal control.
"Dogs Deserve Better (DDB) is creating a Virginia Wall of Shame: Chained Dogs Still Waiting for a Law. This Wall features photos of chained dogs in every county who are still out there living chained today, still waiting for help. If you can get us photos of chained dogs in your Virginia county, please e-mail them to us at photos@dogsdeservebetter.org with the county location."
posted 05.19.09
Update on Loudon County Animal Shelter Lawsuit
In the case of Tidewater's lawsuit against Loudoun County and the County's Animal Care & Control agency, the judge is still reviewing the case so there has not been a verdict reached. Stay tuned for more updates.
posted 05.16.09
Notice - Loudon County Animal Shelter - Lawsuit
On May 5th, 6th and 7th, Animal Rescue of Tidewater's lawsuit against Loudoun County and the County's Animal Care &Control agency will be heard by the Loudoun County Circuit Court. ART is suing the County for its practice of killing pit bulls in disproportionate numbers in that taxpayer-funded shelter in spite of a Virginia Attorney General's Opinion that it is illegal under Virginia law to kill dogs in a shelter based solely upon breed. The Loudoun County Shelter currently prohibits the adoption of any dog with "pit bull" characteristics.
Ring Dog Rescue will have a representative testifying on behalf of ART on May 5th.
We encourage any RDR supporters living in the area to attend the trial in a show of support for Animal Rescue of Tidewater and their efforts to make things at the Loudon County Animal Shelter more equitable for bully breed dogs.
posted 04.26.09
Behavior problems? Your dog needs an adventure walk!
Regular walks, play time, trips to the dog park... these are all of your dog's favorite things to do. But if your dog is like mine, sometimes the normal routine wears a bit thin. Canine Adventure is here to help you go the extra mile for your dog, to ensure that your pet's needs are fulfilled, to make sure they have some fun in the process, to help you deepen your relationship with your best friend, and to add a few wags to that tail!
Click here for more information.
posted 04.02.09
Is your dog Canine Good Citizenship certified?
Animal Farm Foundation is dedicated to promoting the positive image of the pit bull terrier. They offer a ton of great programs for rescues such as ours where we can receive grants and other support.
They currently offer a grant where we receive $300 for every dog adopted out through our rescue who has received their Canine Good Citizenship certification. Click here to read more about Canine Good Citizenship. It's a valuable and useful certification to have for your dog.
If you have a Ring Dog or know someone who does that has received their Canine Good Citizenship certification or would like to pursue it, please email us at ringdog@ringdogrescue.org. We'd love to submit your dog for the Animal Farm Foundation grant.
posted 02.09.09
