War in Ukraine: Dnipro Under Attack - The Shelter Needs Our Help

Our hearts are with the Dnipro team today. The city suffered another attack yesterday. Many people are fleeing, animals are being left behind, and there are a lot of injured animals on the street.

Local vet clinics are overwhelmed! The Dnipro shelter is doing all it can to take in and treat homeless animals, including this little girl who was found all alone in the middle of a town plaza.

During the incredibly difficult time, we want to allow them to focus on what matters most - helping animals in need. So we're working closely with the shelter to cover the fees for spay surgeries and veterinary care. If you want to support the Dnipro Shelter during this incredibly difficult time, please consider making a gift to our Ukraine Fund.

Georgia Team, You Made This Happen!

Today is the day! We’re beyond excited to welcome Anora, Darcy, Mia, Kitty, Pony, and Lola to the U.S.!

A huge thank you to our amazing partners in Georgia for making this possible. This incredible team has spent months preparing these girls, caring for them, getting them vetted and socialized, and giving them the chance at a new life. They even woke up at 3 AM to make the long drive from Batumi to Tbilisi to get the dogs to the airport for their big journey.

We are so grateful for their hard work and heart. Because of them, these six wonderful street dogs are now safe and ready to find the loving families they truly deserve.

Zumba Extravaganza in Piscataway! 

Join us, adopter Dara Grzesh, and her Sochi Dog Olivia for an outdoor Zumba Extravaganza where a portion of the proceeds will go to supporting Sochi Dogs!  

Get excited for an energizing Sunday morning with 4 Zumba instructors, raffles, a DJ, a two-week free trial to Dara and Olivia’s gym, Be Healthy Personal Trainer, light refreshments, and lots of fun! 

When: Sunday, June 22nd at 10 am
Where: The parking lot of 242 Old New Brunswick Rd, Piscataway, NJ 08854
(There will be a designated area for check ins)
Time: 10-11:30 am 
Tickets: $15 in advance | $20 at the door
Venmo: @behealthyPT

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It Takes a Village: Daffy’s Road to Forever

When rescuers found Daffy in Georgia, she was barely hanging on—skin and bones, stumbling along train tracks, her paw mangled from a trap. She had so little strength left, she could hardly lift her head. But what she didn’t know was that her life was about to change in the most incredible way.

After being rescued, Daffy was rushed to a local veterinary clinic, where an amazing veterinarian performed surgery to save her injured paw. From there, she began her long road to recovery.

With nutritious meals, a safe place to rest, and lots of love, Daffy slowly began to heal. She received all the necessary vet care—vaccinations, spaying, follow-up exams—and, most importantly, time to rebuild her strength and trust.

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When her foot was declared fully healed, it was time for the next step: New York! She boarded a flight and arrived at JFK Airport, where she spent over a week at The ARK facility, charming everyone she met. Because of her prior injury, she required special CDC clearance, and the ARK staff went above and beyond to keep her comfortable while her case was reviewed.

Finally, with paperwork in hand and tail wagging, Daffy was cleared for the next leg of her adventure. After a short stop in New Jersey, she boarded a small plane with Pilots N Paws volunteers Bob and Colby and took to the skies once again—this time headed straight to her forever home in New Hampshire, complete with loving humans, friendly dogs, and even horses!

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When we say it takes a village, we truly mean it. From the rescue team in Georgia to the kind-hearted vet who saved her foot, from the shelter to the tireless volunteers, transporters, and pilots—Daffy’s journey was made possible by the incredible efforts of so many people.

Where would Daffy be today without the amazing work of our rescue partners and all of your support?! Thank you!

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