American Eskimo Dogs RESCUED!

I had another post planned for today, but when I heard about the nearly 400 dogs recently rescued from a puppy mill in Washington State, I felt the need to change plans. I'm not one to push my opinions onto others, and I promise I won't preach, but animal rights is one thing I feel strongly about.

As I followed the rescue story, my heart leaped out of my chest when I found out that these 369 dogs were all miniature American Eskimos! My two dogs, Luna and Angel, are American Eskimos! I adopted them as rescues too, years ago. As I've mentioned before, I'm sure Angel was from a puppy mill situation. So it was with teary eyes I watched this video.

I am so grateful for the Humane Society and other rescue groups, shelters, and volunteers that are so devoted. Because of the kindness and dedication of such groups and individuals, these dogs will be rehabilitated and find the loving homes that they deserve. Please take a few minutes to watch this amazing video (it's a happy one - I promise)

Angel love

Happy Friday everyone :) Here is my precious Angel sitting in the afternoon sun.  Angel has endured so many health problems in her young life, yet most of the time remains the sweetest, happiest girl. Rarely is she not wagging her tail, even when I know she's not feeling well. 

Angel battles Cushing's disease and two intestinal diseases - and unfortunately, the medications for those diseases battle each other as well, which makes it near impossible to keep her health balanced at all times. Since I adopted Angel around age two, I don't know her history, but I suspect she is the product of a puppy mill - inbred and born under unthinkable conditions, probably sold in a pet store to a well-meaning family. 

I am so grateful Angel and I have each other - this little dog means the world to me. But I wish the public were more educated about the atrocities of puppy mills and the heartbreaking situations that occur because of them. If you would like to know more, here are two amazing places to start: ASPCA HSUS puppy mill campaign.

Just look at that precious Angel face :)