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5 days ago

🎉ARTHUR UPDATE🎉🐶Our sweet hospice dog, Arthur, wanted to stop in and say hello! Arthur is doing well most days, as you can see here. He gets fed cooked chicken every day, as that is what it seems to help his stomach the most. Arthur came to us from a NC shelter with an inoperable bladder tumor. He is receiving the best care possible from his amazing foster and Dr. Royal. ❤️We love you, sweet boy! #WilkesRescueGroup #seniordogsmatter #seniordogsrule ... See MoreSee Less

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6 days ago

🚨‼️FOSTERS NEEDED‼️🚨📣Foster or foster-to-adopt homes needed ASAP for these sweet babies in a NC shelter 📣🙏🤞Please consider fostering. If you can’t, please share this post. Applications in comments. The info listed is all we currently know. Please reach out through Messenger or email if you have specific questions about foster or adoption. 📧#WilkesRescueGroup #germanshepherdpuppy #rescuedogs #adoptdontshop #adopt ... See MoreSee Less

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Wilkes Rescue Group

7 days ago

📌MONDAY MATTERS📌—Brought to you by: Throw Me a Bone - Dog Training & Behaviour🐾 SEEN OR FOUND A STRAY / LOST / LOOSE DOG? PLEASE READ 🐾➡️ If you spot a dog wandering alone, your first instinct to chase or grab them can make things worse. A scared animal is often in flight mode and running feels safer than stopping.🚫 Please DON’T ever chase them Fear & stress associated with being lost can engage survival / flight mode. When this system is “on” all rational thinking can go out the window - dogs can bold from their own humans approaching. Chasing, or trying to catch a dog in a flight mode significantly increases their fear / stress level and can cause the dog to bolt into traffic, run even further away from original location, or go into hiding. Even a normally friendly dogs can bite when frightened and cornered.✅ What TO do instead➡️ Even if this goes against all your natural instincts- slow down. ➡️Stay put and be calm, turn sideways, and avoid direct staring.🥩 Use food if you have it (treats, cooked meat, kibble) – gently toss it away from you, then closer.🗣️ Speak softly in a quiet, but “happy” sounding tone. Let the dog choose to approach.💯Do not put yourself at risk – animals in flight mode can behave unpredictably.📸 Document the sightingIf the dog can’t be safely contained:⚡️Take clear photos or short videos⚡️Note exact location, time, and direction of travel. Many social media posts about a spotted dog / cat are completely unhelpful because they don’t contain the information needed to reunite / rescue the animal. ⚡️Post locally (community groups, rescue pages) with facts🏡 If the dog is safely contained✔️Check for tags and call the number listed. If there is not a tag, take the animal to the nearest vet or animal control shelter to have it scanned for a microchip.✔️If someone claims the dog, ask for proof of ownership (photos, vet records, unique markings).✔️Do not hand a dog over based on a description alone.📞 Who to contact in Wilkes CountyWilkes County Animal Control.If found after hours, call local law enforcement’s non-emergency number for guidance.⏳ Stray hold information (Wilkes County)Stray dogs brought to animal control are typically held for a minimum of 72 hours. This gives owners a legal window to reclaim their pet. Remember that not everyone has social media. After the hold period, dogs may become eligible for adoption or rescue placement. ❤️ Helping reunite familiesShare posts widely but responsibly.Avoid posting exact holding locations publicly if advised otherwise.Ask owners to bring proof of ownership when reclaiming their dog.Remember: A lot of lost dogs are loved dogs.Thank you for being caring , being kind, and thoughtful. Your actions can save a life. 🐶💙 ... See MoreSee Less

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Wilkes Rescue Group

1 week ago

🐾 Breed Spotlight: The German Shepherd Dog (GSD)🐾👑💜Our beautiful German Shepherd Dog, Hope, has been looking for her forever home for going on TWO YEARS! 🏠🏰At Wilkes Rescue Group, we’ve had the honor of helping many incredible dogs find their forever homes—but there’s something truly special about the German Shepherd Dog. If you know our co-founder, Donna, a rescued GSD is her favorite breed! 💛These intelligent, loyal and courageous dogs often end up in shelters through no fault of their own. They are working dogs at heart—born to protect, eager to learn, and happiest when they have a purpose. Whether it’s being a family protector, a hiking partner, or simply your best friend, a German Shepherd gives their whole heart to the job.But they’re not for everyone. GSDs need structure, mental stimulation, and lots of exercise. Without it, they can become anxious or develop other unhealthy behaviors. They’re incredibly smart—which means they learn fast, both the good and the not-so-good. 😉 Training, patience, and consistency are key.💡 Thinking of adopting a German Shepherd? Make sure you’re ready to commit. If you do, you’ll have a loyal shadow who will love you for life.About Hope:💜 Hope was rescued from a bad living environment where she was chained up with minimal shelter and little food 💜 ~3 years old💜 ~86lbs💜German Shepherd Dog💜Needs to be the only queen of her castle, no other animals (or at least a dog savvy dog that would not be interested in her) 💜Likes to be near her human 💜Loves people💜LOVES CHEESE 🧀 💜Needs a tall, sturdy fence 📧 Please reach out to us on messenger or via email with questions.Link to adoption application in the comments 🫶🏻❤️ Let’s give this misunderstood amazing dog the love and homes she deserves! Please share 🙏#WilkesRescueGroup #germanshepard #rescuedogs #AdoptDontShop #GermanShepherdLove #RescueDogsRock #gsdstrong #gsdstrong💪🏻🐾💪🏻🐾💪🏻🐾💯🐾🤷🏼‍♂️♥️🐾♥️🐾♥️🐾🐾👊🏻🐾 ... See MoreSee Less

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1 week ago

🐾 Top 5 Dog Breeds in the United States that you can find in shelters and beeed specific rescues! 🐶🇺🇸From loyal companions to playful pals, these are the pups Americans love most! Which one is your favorite?1. Labrador Retriever:Friendly, outgoing, and great with families. Labs are consistently the #1 dog in the U.S.! 💛2. French Bulldog:Compact, charming, and full of personality, perfect for city living and big hearts. 🐾3. German Shepherd:Smart, loyal, and courageous, these pups make excellent family protectors and working dogs. 🛡️4. Golden Retriever:Loving, gentle, and great with kids. Golden Retrievers are sunshine wrapped in fur! ☀️5. PoodleElegant and intelligent available in standard, miniature, and toy sizes. 🐩💬 Tell us: Which breed is your favorite? Rescue is our favorite breed ❤️#dogsoffacebook #TopBreeds #doglovers #petlife 🐕 ... See MoreSee Less

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