This is a series of diaries highlighting animal rescues around the country and noting and celebrating the work they do to help animals who have no voices but ours to speak for them. I have decided to make this a daily series because there are so many wonderful rescues out there who need human help and weekly just doesn't seem to be enough. I have long wanted to start a rescue but lack the resources or time available to do so right now so this is my attempt to do my part. I hope that these rescues will benefit from the kindness and benevolence of the community here at Daily Kos. They are amazing organizations and worthy of Kossack attention and care. Today's rescue is brought to us by
lcork.
Does she know all
The meaning of life
The secret behind love
The sagest of guides
Is she the answer
To any problem posed
She sits so serene
What worlds does she know
Can she see past life
When she looks at the sky
She gazes into my soul
With those glowing green eyes
Does she understand
What dark matter is
Is the love that she gives
The greatest of gifts
Some would say she's just a cat
But I know the truth
She's the wisdom of ages
In a purring cat suit
HART - Homeless Animals Rescue Team
The website is here
You can donate here
Adoption information is here
Our Mission
HART is a non-profit 501(c)(3) no-kill animal rescue/support group, incorporated in 1990, that takes in and rehomes abused and unwanted dogs and cats. HART works with local veterinarians, foster homes, kennels, and trainers to provide temporary housing, medical care and, where appropriate, training for our animals until s/he is placed in a loving, carefully-screened new home. HART takes in older, sick, and injured animals as well as the readily adoptable and never takes just the pups and kittens, leaving mom behind. We seek to direct our resources where they are most needed and to alleviate or prevent suffering wherever we find it.
In carrying out our work, HART also helps people who require assistance relating to their pets due to failing health, financial reverses or other personal circumstances. To the extent possible, HART works with senior and indigent persons to enable these owners to keep their companion animals. HART also helps those who can no longer keep their pets by finding a responsible and loving new home for the animal. Finally, HART helps people who themselves rescue a dog or cat in distress, but are unable to provide long-term care for him/her, by relieving the rescuer of the emotional burden of turning the animal over to a public shelter where it may well be put to death.
HART operates with modest overhead expenses, thanks in large part to our strong volunteer corps. We maintain a minimally-staffed office, which has proven to be the most effective way of housing our organization, establishing a focal point for administering our programs, while providing the community convenient access to HART. The lion’s share of our revenues, 98.1% in the last reporting period, goes directly to benefit our dogs and cats. Many services and supplies are donated and our largest expenditures, veterinary services and boarding, are discounted. While these expenses are a necessary incident to HART’s work, we are constantly seeking – and finding – new ways of helping more animals with the resources available.
September 27th
Quattro Goomba's Winery
22860 James Monroe Hwy
Aldie, VA 20105
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join HART and other fellow animals lovers to celebrate everything animal rescue! Wine • Wag • Walk is HART's 9th annual dog walk. Walk with your pet, in honor or memory of a beloved pet or loved one, or don't walk at all and just pledge your financial support. The animals are counting on you!
Live Music
Contests and Prizes
Agility Demos
Local Vendors
Great Food and Drink
All are welcome, so spend an afternoon having fun and helping a great cause.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact our Walk Coordinator.
Register to walk
Raise pledges and walk with your pet, or walk in honor of a beloved pet or loved one. The registration fee is $30, and we encourage you to reach out to your friends and family for pledges to raise much needed funds for the animals. The first 200 registrants receive an event souvenir. Visit the Walkers section for more information or to register.
Start a walking team
Walking teams are a fun way to get your friends, family, or coworkers involved and raise even more pledges. Register your team before September 18th, and your team name will be listed in the event program! Visit the Teams section for more information or to register.
Be a sponsor
Sponsorships are a great way to advertise your business to a dedicated group of animal lovers, or to honor a beloved pet or loved one. Sponsorship packages start at just $50! Visit the Sponsors section for more information or to register.
Be a vendor
As always, vendor space is free! This is a great way to meet animal lovers and to show off your wares. Visit the Vendors section for more information or to register.
Available Dogs
Alonso
Age: 5 years
Gender: Male
Breed: Golden Retriever/Collie Mix
Size: Large
Dog Friendly: No
Cat Friendly: No
Kid Friendly: Yes
Apply for this dog
Questions? Contact Meg
Alonso is one happy fellow! Always ready to greet you with a smile and a butt wiggle, this guy is a people pleaser. Unfortunately he is not the best with other dogs and would rather hog all your attention for himself. He is housebroken, crate trained, rides well in a car, and knows a few basic commands. This guys is just darling. He would do great with someone who likes to run as he could stand to lose a few pounds, but he will also enjoy hanging out with you on the couch for football.
If you would like to sponsor this dog, please click here.
There are many more dogs here.
Bubble Guppies
Oona, Gill, Mollie
Age: Approx. 5 months
Gender: 2 females and 1 male
Breed: DMH
Dog Friendly: Yes
Cat Friendly: Yes
Kid Friendly: Yes
Boarding Location: Foster Home
Apply for these cats
Questions? Contact Kelly
What an adorable group of kittens! Oona, Gill, Mollie and their adopted sister Dima love to play all day long. All are extremely sweet and loving. Dima and Gill especially love to sleep on the nearest human. Oona and Mollie are extremely bonded and would love to go to a home together. Gill and Dima are happy as long as there is a human around to love and pet them. They are well mannered, sweet and ready for their forever homes!
* Please be sure to review HART's kitten adoption policy.*
If you would like to sponsor these cats, please click here.
There are many more cats here.