Have you rescued a Dane?

[zipsmom]

Yes, I have.

[DodgeGirl]

Yes, I have

[siriusblack]

Yes, I have

[TroutRiver]

Yes I have

[Gunner Kingston]

I tried once....does that count? lol I applied for adoption was turned down for not having a fence (this has been quite a few years).

[blueberry]

Yes, I have

[DaneFolly]

I tried once....does that count? lol I applied for adoption was turned down for not having a fence (this has been quite a few years).

This is the main reason why hubby and I didn't even apply for adoption - do you have any idea how long you have to wait to get a fence on an Army base?

We WOULD like to adopt eventually though. Sorry!

[faust]

Yes I have

[k9dane]

Yes, I have.

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[admin]

I rescued tag

As we all know, Great Dane Rescues are always short of actual cash to help those Danes in distress. Despite this, Rescues trudge on doing spectacular work for the breed we love. A cash shortage is very evident in our present economic climate, yet rescues find a way to get things done. I admire all those that are dedicated to rescue and how they improvise, adapt and overcome adversity. This happens all day long, every day, yet most never hear of the good work that's being done.

I have added a small heart image below user's names (those that have rescued) with text saying, "I rescued." This is to bring more awareness to the cause on the chance that it may peak the interest of those that are first time Dane owners, or those that want to add another Dane to their family. Getting cash donations is mandatory for rescues, however, awareness is also key to their ongoing struggle. My thinking is...less Danes in rescue, less money needed for those that are.

If the addition of the image and text prompts just one person to rescue, then the little bit of extra work will be worthwhile.

Rescue Danes certainly need money on their behalf, but more importantly, they need a forever home to call their own.

Thanks to all that have rescued and thanks to all that have this in their plans.

Paul

[Greenmagick]

What a wonderful idea. I really hope it inspires people to get involved.

I cant wait til my kids are older and I feel I have the time and paitence to rescue again! (I never did danes before though and my vet has been trying to talk me into rescuing some more rats...I think DH would flip)

[Chul3l3ies1126]

Yes, I have... (They were puppies <3)

[ilovekbanda]

I LOVE the new icon!! Thanks! ALways something cool!

[Pauline301]

Yes I have. Great Idea Paul.

[Bevo1]

I don't post a lot because I am more of an observer and gain wonderful knowledge, laugh a lot and cry too. But I do have to say the word "rescue" seems so out of place when it comes to Bevo because he is one of the greatest things that has ever happened to our family. I believe in many ways he rescued us.
I recently made my first post on Craigslist, a response to a rescue basher (complaining about the prices), they had me so riled up it wasn't even funny. Now that we have made it past the initial cost of adoption (which in reality was not that bad compared to reputable and byb breeders), the "must haves", the enormous crate, vet visits, etc., I am trying to make a monthly donation to our rescue, MAGDRL. Of course I still get my heart strings tugged by the likes of "Blue" who was posted in one of the forums and local non-dane animals. I would rather go without something I really don't need and hope that it helps one of souls who can not help themselves. This is also the lesson I am trying to teach my son who donated part of his money too for Bevo's cousins.
Thank you for getting the word out. We hope to do it again in another 12-24 months.
Rebecca