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Long-Timers Waiting To Be Adopted

Posted on June 29, 2016 by Venessa

All of these animals have been waiting for over 6 months for their forever homes. Their adoption fees are paid for by Live.Love.Bark Dog Rescue. Any animal who has waited over a year also goes home with a free … Continue reading →

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Then and Now: Shelter Success Stories

Posted on March 20, 2015 by Venessa

We’d like to remind people that the pet you see in a shelter setting, is not always the pet you’ll be getting. Many dogs and cats appear fearful, or even slightly aggressive in such a stressful environment. Take a look at … Continue reading →

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UPDATE: Buttercup GOT ADOPTED

Posted on January 13, 2015 by Venessa

One of the most amazing things about so many dogs that have suffered from abuse and neglect is the way they bounce back and the way they still trust. Though this dog has every reason to hate humans, and every reason to show aggression to the breed of animal that treated her worse than garbage, she continually wags that tail and greets everyone see meets with love and affection. No matter her past, she is truly a happy girl. Continue reading →

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Adopt me for FREE!

Posted on November 25, 2014 by Venessa

All of these animals have been waiting for their forever home for six months or longer! They are all good pets who just need a chance. And they need that chance a lot more than the other dogs and cats. … Continue reading →

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Islip Animal Shelter “Long-timers” – Adopt one today!

Posted on September 24, 2014 by Venessa

These animals have been waiting at our shelter for over 6 months for their forever home! That’s 6 months too long! Come down and meet these loves. Please consider adopting one of these dogs over the others, as the need … Continue reading →

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Dogs of the Day!

Posted on April 19, 2013 by Venessa

Meet Brutus! Brutus came to us in December emaciated with some hair loss and scars. He was clearly neglected. At first he was shy and scared but he has warmed up and is … Continue reading →

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Irresponsible Breeding

Posted on April 11, 2013 by Venessa

Today’s Fact of the Day – Irresponsible or over breeding of an animal almost always leaves new litters with health defects. Breeding is a touchy subject. There are many arguments on what are legitimate reasons to breed an animal. At … Continue reading →

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Animal Hoarding

Posted on April 4, 2013 by Venessa

A very serious sub-category of neglect is animal hoarding. This is something called “accidental neglect.” This term refers to people who collect animals with good intentions. They mean well, meaning to give these animals a home and get them out … Continue reading →

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Long-Timers Waiting To Be Adopted

Then and Now: Shelter Success Stories

UPDATE: Buttercup GOT ADOPTED

Adopt me for FREE!

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