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How We Began...
It was Labor Day 2005 when Richard and Sue Daniels from Waynesboro, Burke County, GA set off on a camping trip to Modoc, SC in their RV. Little did they know they would meet a friend for life in the form of an old black dog. When Richard and Sue first met Old Fella, he was a stray roaming around for scraps of food at their campsite. Many travelers had fed Old Fella during the five years he had been there, but it was Richard who could not get the harrowing image of this miserable animal out of his mind. Click here to read more>> |
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We might not make a difference for ALL animals, but we will make ALL the difference for some. |
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The Story of Three…
Bidding farewell to 2009, Old Fella tallied up the lives saved in those 365 days. A call came into our Hotline with one day left in the year. It was the Sheriff’s Department announcing it was not yet time to close the books on 2009.
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The deputy requested rescue assistance with three dogs surviving a desperate situation. Old Fella volunteers went to the “home” of three dogs chained to trees. Two were in such dire condition the vet determined euthanasia to be the most humane course of action. The two old dogs, perhaps neglected from day one, finally experienced the loving embrace of humanity. May they rest in peace.
And then there is Toby, the third of the three and the two hundred and sixtieth of 2009. He is young. We believe December was his fourth month of life. He is innocent. His puppy charm and silly ways no doubt spared him the actions and inactions of his first “owner.” In foster with Old Fella, Toby is learning the rules of the road on how to be a well mannered pooch. Toby waits for happily ever after. If you would like to adopt Toby, let us know.
The Story of Three stands as a painful and joyous reminder that Old Fella exists to reduce the number of such animals who do not live, but endure. While we are proud of the numbers, each life saved tells its own rich story. Thank you to all that support the rescue work of this determined little group from Burke County Georgia.
Old Fella 2009 Annual Report |
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Announcing the HSUS Spay Day Photo Contest!
Contest begins on
January 20, 2010
VOTE today!
To support Spay Day, The Humane Society of the United States and Humane Society International host the Spay Day Online Pet Photo Contest - a great opportunity to celebrate our pets, raise funds for spaying and neutering, and win great prizes! Click here to read more.
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Meet Sheeba!
A Good Samaritan surrendered Sheeba to Old Fella after she was discovered roaming a country road with a logging chain around her neck. Sheeba awaits treatment for a massive cyst on her chest and to be cleared of Heartworms. Please sponsor Sheeba’s recovery.
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Please Bless Their Hearts with your Donation Old Fella’s Bless Their Hearts fund is our way to express our regret about rescue dogs who have heartworm disease, but also to raise the money to treat them! Click here to read more. |
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Foster
Homes
Old Fella cats and dogs are living in our homes. Foster parents allow our orphans to become part of their families until a forever family is found. Our animals are usually socialized with dogs, cats, and children, depending on the foster home. When you adopt an Old Fella, our foster parents will be able to tell you about your new pet's personality so that you will know what to expect. |
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Basic
Obedience Training
Not only are Old Fella dogs crate trained; but, by the time they are adopted, they have started basic obedience training. This includes walking on a leash, "sit", "down", and "stay". They are also being socialized with other dogs. All of this helps the new family and our little orphans. Our basic obedience classes are open to all adopters, at no charge.
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Being Part
of the Solution
Old Fella Burke County Animal Rescue exists to improve the lives of needy companion animals by rescuing the ones in need, providing spay and neuter surgeries to prevent litters of the unwanted, and by educating the community about responsible pet ownership. Whether you adopt, volunteer or donate, you are saving lives and making Burke County a better place to live for both people and pets. |
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