RescueLove®

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Mattie

This adorable boy, named Mattie for his extremely matted hair, was found by animal control roaming the streets of Opelousas, LA. Tragically, he was left to fend for himself. He was groomed, vaccinated, and treated for injuries in a foster home before being transported to a Michigan partner for adoption.

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Hank Bissell

This brave boy endured more than most. Cancer was discovered during a hernia surgery, and another extensive surgery was required to remove cancer throughout his abdomen. Just as he began healing, he broke his growth plate. Cathy cared for him through his treatment and adopted him into her pack.

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Angel

She was part of a program at Dixon Correctional Center called Pen Pals, where inmates help train and socialize rescued animals. While there, they discovered a mammary tumor requiring surgery. After recovery and loving care, she is ready for a home.

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Frank

This adorable boy required a tail amputation due to infection as well as a neuter so he would be ready to be adopted. He was transported to Michigan, where he will have his best chance to find a loving home.

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Flurry

He was surrendered by a loving owner who was heartbroken that they could no longer keep him. BPF supported his care at a Michigan partner. Cathy fell in love with him when she visited, and ultimately helped him find a new home with one of her friends.

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Chester

In June 2024, this sweet boy was found discarded in a dumpster with a heavy chain around his neck. He received heartworm treatment and care to help him recover both physically and emotionally. Now he is thriving and has been adopted into a loving home in Wisconsin.

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Luther

He was found after being hit by a car. The shelter that took him in called BPF to see if we could help, as he required two surgeries to fix his leg injury. After a few weeks of love and healing, an amazing family adopted him; he hit the jackpot!

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Wheelie

Tragically, he had been shot in the spine and struggling for several days before animal control found him. His rear legs are paralyzed but he has a wonderful life ahead with rear wheels for mobility. Thankfully, a kind-hearted veterinarian welcomed him into her loving home and Wheelie will get the care and attention he deserves.

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Trucker

He was hit by a car and found near a truck stop, which is how he got his name. He was in extreme pain, and required an amputation but made a great recovery. Now, he’s a happy tripod and living his best life.

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Sweetie

Found at just 12 weeks old, she was riddled with gunshot wounds, ticks, tapeworms, fleas & hookworms. She needed extensive care, but had her whole life ahead of her. No animal deserves this, and BPF was determined to give her the opportunity to be safe and loved.

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Little Miss Dangle

Her name came from being found with a broken and dangling front limb, but she was such a sweetheart despite being in great pain. BPF paid for her surgery, supported her during recovery, and ultimately helped her get on a transport where she was adopted.

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Joey

When Joey was found lying in a pile of leave by a fence, animal control didn’t think he was alive, but thankfully he had survived abandonment. He was treated for a terrible infection that took part of his ear and then was transported to Michigan for his second chance.

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Hanger Hank

He was run over by a car and left to die and is the absolute sweetest boy despite having his skin ripped off his body. After a long stay at the vet clinic, he was ready for a home. He has a lot of scars on the outside but has a huge heart, and he deserves a second chance filled with love.

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Helen

Found on a gravel road after nearly being hit by a truck, she was starved, covered in sores, severely sunburned, her ears had been cut off and would not have survived much longer. She received two blood transfusions and urgent skin and medical treatments, while veterinary staff and a wonderful foster mom healed her soul with love.

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Beretta

She is one of two dogs that were picked up within two days with huge bullet holes in their bodies. She had a long recovery at the clinic, where she received much love and care, and had a successful recovery. We are grateful she will have the second chance she deserves.

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Baller

This gorgeous young dog was found on the streets of Louisiana. He had such severe cancer that even with surgery and the best care, he only had months to live. Cathy was determined to ensure the end of his life was filled with love. He flew to Michigan with her, and Kristina Millman-Rinaldi, Director of Detroit Dog Rescue, took him into her wonderful family.

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Dior

This sweet girl was found by animal control in Louisiana. Her neck and ear were badly wounded, and it looked like a dog attacked her. BPF supported her medical treatment first in Louisiana and later with a partner in Michigan. After a full recovery, she was adopted into a loving family.

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Meadow

Meadow was waiting for her chance to find a loving home, but her heart just didn’t last long enough. BPF supported her medical care and Lafayette Vet Clinic gave her so much love during her treatment. We are grateful she left the world feeling the love she always deserved.

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Heart

We had to say goodbye to this beautiful girl who was picked up by animal control in Louisiana. BPF supported her brief care, but she was too sick from heartworm to save. Her belly was swollen, her gums were pale, and she was failing. Heartworm is preventable, making her death even more tragic.

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Dot

At just 10 months old, this sweet puppy was hit by a car, suffering two broken back legs. With his whole life ahead, he deserved a chance to heal and thrive. We supported his medical expenses to put him on the road to recovery and ultimately a loving home.

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Kaia

She came to a BPF spay/neuter clinic, and during pre-exam, the vet noticed she had neurological issues and anemia that were likely from Parvo. BPF provided emergency care. Unfortunately, her owner had been giving her aspirin for pain with good intentions, but it worsened her condition. Sadly, she had to be euthanized.

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Nova

Hit by a car and left untreated, she needed an amputation for a better quality of life because her leg never healed properly. She had a great recovery and still runs, plays, and refuses to let anything slow her down.

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Mal

His primary treatment was for an embedded collar, as a result of neglect. He was also discovered to have heartworm disease and he will receive some behavior training. He has been transferred to a BPF partner in Michigan.

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Simon

Sole surviving pup found after his mom was hit by a car. Received exam to determine the cause of missing fur and routine medical care for adoption.

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Max

He displayed sore hips and needed xrays and diagnosis. Fortunately, no major issues were detected, but he was also treated for heartworm disease. He has now tested negative, and was able to be transported to be adopted.

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Bandi

This poor girl was riddled with bullets to her face and limbs, and X-rays showed many more not visible. Her care included removing the bullets where possible and treating the wound sites, including one on her tongue. Also, she was suffering from malnourishment. Sadly, despite a promising initial recovery and loving care, Bandi passed away.

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Sadie

This six-year-old female was so bloated from heartworm disease, she was mistaken for being pregnant. Sadly, she began treatment but the disease was too far along and she died at the veterinary clinic while under care.

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Dude

2-year-old Husky/Catahoula mix needing heartworm testing and routine medical care for adoption.

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Chloe

Treated for a hookworm infection causing anemia and requiring a blood transfusion to regain health.

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Female puppy (unnamed)

Treated for exposure to parvo, and once clear, was transported to a shelter where she could be adopted.

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Male puppy (unnamed)

Treated for exposure to parvo and, once clear, was transported to a shelter where he could be adopted.

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Rosie

Treatment revealed that this sweet girl’s coughing and breathing issues were from a combination of severe heartworm disease, Thrombocytopenia, and possible pulmonary mass or aortic bulge. She was in severe distress and was humanely put to sleep.

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Maria

This very pregnant girl had to have dental surgery after being shot in the mouth. After recovery, she was on a BPF transport flight and was adopted immediately after she arrived at the receiving shelter.

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Copper

During heartworm treatment, Copper had a reaction due to a rare gene mutation causing cardiac distress and sadly, passed away.

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Brogen

Heartworm positive and coughing up mucus. Received heartworm treatment and medical care to be on a transport to another shelter for adoption.

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Daisy

Thought to be hit by a car and left, she received extensive care to save her leg. After her recovery, she was transported to a BPF partner in Michigan, where she was adopted.

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Daisy’s Pups

These adorable siblings had Parvo and successfully received treatment to save their lives. One has been adopted, and one was transferred to a shelter where we expect she will be adopted quickly!

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Barney

This 6-year-old red Lab mix was coughing and vomiting blood clots due to severe heartworm disease requiring hospitalization for treatment.

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Abel

Received treatment for symptoms including vomiting and pale gums and was found to have treatable gastroenteritis. After recovery, he was transported to a shelter where he was adopted.

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Hope

This resilient girl miraculously survived unimaginable abuse leaving her bullet-filled with a broken jaw, broken hip and scapula, and heartworm disease. It seemed she wouldn’t make it, but then she turned a corner, and is recovering and living with a caregiver from the clinic.

Diana

Treated for a life-threatening embolism caused by heartworm disease. She recovered and was transported to be adopted.

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Diva

This 10-month-old pup had been shot in the face, leaving her with teeth broken off at the gums. She received dental surgery and spay procedure.

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Belle

This beautiful soul suffers from congenital heartworm disease, has a heart murmur, and a distended abdomen due to fluid from an infection. She is still being treated at the clinic and we are hopeful for her full recovery.

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DeeDee & Dexter

These two siblings were treated for wounds after they fought during the night, and additionally for possible ingestion of rat poison.

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Bradley

This sweet boy had bowel issues, which were causing additional symptoms and problems. He required hospitalization, and was adopted after his recovery.

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Quazzy

This very social boy was lethargic and coughing, and heartworm disease and a soft tissue growth were discovered. After successful treatment, he was transported to a BPF partner for adoption placement.

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Carr

This 9-month-old dog was hit by a car in Opelousas, LA, and was unclaimed. He was wearing a collar, and had been fed, so he seemed to be someone’s pet, yet no one came forward for him. He needed xrays and two surgeries for his broken leg.

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Buttercup

2-month-old puppy requiring routine medical care for adoption.

A brown brindle dog with expressive eyes and a slightly floppy left ear stands on gravel, looking up attentively in bright sunlight.

Daffodil

This 2-year-old heartworm positive girl arrived at the shelter pregnant and close to delivery.

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Frida

This one-year-old girl had terrible pyometra (uterine infection) requiring urgent surgery. This could have been deadly if left untreated, but she is recovering well.

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Kent

Receiving heartworm treatment and will be transported to a BPF partner when he tests negative.

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Fred

He was treated for heartworm and Lafayette Veterinary Care Clinic, and was transferred to a BPF partner after recovery. He has been adopted!

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