Last rescue update from team 1 for the evening...
Shirley and Gail arrived in Lebanon, MO late tonight and picked up two Cavaliers (breeder surrender) from a small town along the way. The two new rescues were treated to a gentle bath and a tasty dinner. They will join the other 26 dogs that this rescue team will pick up tomorrow morning and transport to Clarksville, TN.
Darrell, good ol' big hearted, Darrell, just happens to be in MO for work and will be driving to meet the ladies early tomorrow morning to help load the dogs for transport. Who says chivalry is dead?
Earlier today on the drive, Hope and Olivia wanted to be up front with their people and were caught in a kodak moment sleeping soundly between the jackets and luggage.
In a heart-warming,"it really is a small world for dog lovers" kind of way, NMDR wanted to share an email from Hope's foster mommy....
"Hope's new parents called this afternoon. They're so excited and can't wait to meet her. They were going shopping this afternoon and wanted to know what kinds of toys Hope likes and what kind of food to get her. They're going to be great parents for her and she will bring much joy into their lives. It looks like they're ready for a new baby!"
Hope's new family is anxiously awaiting her arrival tomorrow and sent a photo (below) with the note, "Just a couple things to make her homecoming comfortable."
The world is full of good people. Despite NMDR's rescues having to occur in spite of a few bad apples, please remember this post when and if you ever wonder if dog lovers can persevere. To all the volunteers of NMDR, our loyal and tireless teams on the road (Gail, Shirley, Darrell, Theresa, Dayna, Aimee), other rescue groups who wait to help in TN, Hope's anxiously awaiting family, those who donated to help this rescue happen, the intake team who awaits the arrival of 80+ dogs at the kennel this weekend, and the caring hearts who read this post... we will not stop until our mission is complete. Your support makes all the difference.
Thank you and goodnight from all of us at National Mill Dog Rescue.
i read about your efforts and I do rescue myself on a much smaller scale. At times I feel hopeless about the human race, thanks for reminding me there are some good people out there.
I wish I was closer and could help with the intake this weekend :( I'll be keeping updated via the blog and FB page.
hugs to all of you rescue angels
Posted by: Rae | April 09, 2010 at 06:44 AM
What a heart warming news brief. I think we all needed this. I know my Lee will be there to greet the incoming babies in Colorado. I am so proud of her, as I am proud of NMDR. I'm in Ky., but if ever needed near here, only a phone call away. Thank you so much for all you wonderful people do for these doggies. Sandy Campbell
Posted by: Sandra Campbell | April 09, 2010 at 11:52 AM