The World of Transport

I've referenced transport a couple of times, but never really talked about the details of it. Transport is something that just amazes me. The amount of effort, coordination, and dedication that's shown to pull this off is impressive. Before we meet transport, we are sent what is called a "run sheet". This run sheet is incredibly detailed. It has all the drivers listed as well as meeting points, mileage between hand off points, detailed descriptions of the dogs, pick up spots, and final destination for every dog. It also has details on drivers picking up the dogs - names, phone numbers, car descriptions. Some of these stretch across the country either vertically or horizontally and some are a bit more local.

For me, I have mixed feelings when I meet transport. Of course, I'm thrilled for all the animals that are ON transport and headed to a better place. I still can't help thinking about what the poor dogs have been through to get to this point and how relieved I am they are here with me and all of the other rescue groups now. I just can't help but wonder who was left behind and if anyone will be able to help them the way these animals have been helped. I also wonder about the dog(s) I'm picking up. Will they be frightened? Will they be excited? What type of shape are they in? How stressed are they? Are they going to cry while we're driving back? I think that's the one that gets me the most. I have to drive, so I am unable to provide much comfort in that case. There's also the normal stuff like will I get there on time? Is the transport running on time? Is everyone going to have a safe drive? What's traffic like?

The number of dogs, cats, rabbits, and any other living creature moved through transport per year are unknown. The groups we work with generally have large run sheets with many dogs every time and I have seen very large run sheets for other groups. If you are involved in transport and are reading this, THANK YOU for all you do. It can't be an easy job tracking and coordinating everyone or transporting a van full of animals, but it is very much appreciated.

We Reached Our 50th Dog Adopted This Weekend!!

What a week! We officially adopted out our fiftieth dog since incorporating!! Blue, our Husky / Akita mix was our fiftieth dog to find his forever home. We also have almost 20 adoptions currently pending. We are incredibly excited about this and very appreciative of all groups and volunteers that have supported us so far. The list of thank yous is very long and includes all of the local business, veterinarians, foster homes, transporters, donors and volunteers that have supported us. You are our backbone and we could not do any of what we do without you. Thank you!

Sadie's puppies are doing great! They are at the stage where their eyes have opened. I will get some pictures up soon with some more information about how everyone's doing. I just haven't had a chance to get over there and take some pictures. As soon as I do, I'll post them here!

We had another very successful adoption event at the Sterling PetCo on Saturday. Thanks to PetCo for having us! Six of our dogs are currently pending adoption as a result and we are working to get them home as soon as possible. We are still a little backed up on spays and neuters, but have been creatively finding other ways in order to get our dogs home. Hopefully things will be back to normal next week! Well, normal on that front anyway. I'm pretty sure nothing is ever "normal" in the world of rescue. ;)