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New Digs in LIC

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  Today was an absolute delight as Mark and I embarked on a heartwarming journey escorting three magnificent dogs to Second Chance Rescue's sensational BRAND NEW Adoption Center in the vibrant heart of Long Island City, NY. Let me tell you, this new facility is an absolute game-changer! Picture this: a ground floor adorned with a welcoming front reception room, a cozy meeting space, a bustling kitchen, and not one but two additional rooms, all neatly complemented by two spacious dog suites nestled in the background. But the surprises don't end there – head upstairs, and you'll find a feline paradise that promises endless purrs! And if that's not enough, brace yourselves for the upcoming rooftop deck – an exciting addition that's bound to elevate the entire experience.   The buzz at today's event was simply electric! With around 15 dogs, a dedicated crew of 20 volunteers, and a steady stream of approximately 50-60 compassionate souls passing through those doors,

๐Ÿถ๐ŸพHelping Paws: Dog Aide's Impact in Detroit ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿถ

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Alongside my ongoing support for  Second Chance Rescue , I'm thrilled to shine some light on a very important animal advocacy group that is doing much needed work in Detroit, Michigan. This organization is called Dog Aide   and their mission is  "to provide assistance to Detroit dog owners who are experiencing financial hardship and struggling to provide for their pets. Our Community Outreach program was created to provide dog food, daily care items, education on proper pet care, and assistance with free spay/neuter to the Detroit community to help keep pets with their people."  Because of Michigans bitter cold temperatures this time of year, one of their biggest community outreach programs is called: L.O.D.G.E Project (Loving Outdoor Dogs and Giving Education) Founded Fall 2019  ​ The L.O.D.G.E. Project provides life-saving and life-enhancing supplies to dogs that live outside 24/7/365 days a year. Our program ensures a dog living outside has proper shelter, a lightweigh

Special Edition of Stella Speaks

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Well, my snow dance must have worked because the powers that be were listening. WE GOT SNOW!!!   ❄️❄️ I am a happy pooch when the ❄️❄️ hits the ground! Here is a video of me out with my dad this morning when I got to play in the snow. And just a cute picture of me snuggled up on dad last night. Enjoy! ❤️๐Ÿถ❤️     ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Thinking it's time to expand your family? Want to explore rescuing a dog of your own?  Check out  Second Chance Rescues  available pups  -->  CLICK HERE  <-- Thinking maybe fostering is more your speed? -->   CLICK HERE   <-- Maybe you can't adopt or foster but can help in another way?  To donate to  Second Chance Rescue ... -->  CLICK HERE  <-- Every bit helps! Transporting dogs is our passion but passions come at a cost. With the cost of everything increasing, (gas, tolls, supplies etc) we could use some help! If you are able to,

The Tri-State Transport๐Ÿš—๐Ÿพ๐Ÿถ๐Ÿ„

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  The absolute best about what we do are actual ADOPTIONS! ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ’• Some fall through and are disheartening ๐Ÿ˜”; some are frustrating and make you wonder about people, but some happen very fast when you least expect them! ๐ŸŒŸ✨ You’ll find in our story today, that these were just meant to be… and several firsts all in one story! ๐Ÿ“–๐Ÿถ The true magic happens when furry friends find their forever homes, and today's story is a rollercoaster of emotions and a long mileage journey. ๐ŸŽข๐Ÿก The day of the adoption event, we picked up Basil, a brindle boxer mix, and Spot, who is best described as a 60-pound cow – gentle, black and white, and MOOOVES when and where he wants to!  ๐Ÿถ๐Ÿ„  He’s a big guy; an adult of about five. ๐Ÿพ๐ŸŽˆ After our two pickups, it is up to Brewster NY, and drumroll - our first auto dealership event! ๐Ÿš—๐ŸŽ‰ A big shout out to Subaru in this story for sponsoring the event and opening the dealership for hosting; they had a STACK of custom toys, water and a donation check waiting fo