Stella – Healing Beyond the Physical Wounds
When Stella, a 2-year-old American Staffordshire mix, was found as a stray in San Tan Valley, she had been surviving on the streets with her three puppies, protecting them from danger while clinging to an abandoned chair by a busy road. By the time she came into our care, Stella was in survival mode—her body […]
Sammy – Training, Teamwork, and Second Chances
Sammy’s story is one of resilience and teamwork. Transferred to Foothills on August 15, 2023, he battled multiple challenges: Giardia, hearing impairment and later, emergency surgery for an intestinal blockage. Staff and volunteers worked tirelessly, learning hand-signal training to help him communicate and providing enrichment to set him up for success. Sammy spent 362 days […]
Sadie – Patience that Leads to Joy
Sadie’s journey with us shows the power of patience and perseverance. She arrived on September 20, 2023, with her eight tiny puppies, only 2½ weeks old. Shortly after intake, Sadie and her litter were diagnosed with ringworm, requiring three months of isolation and treatment. Through it all, Sadie remained patient and gentle, and once cleared, […]
Garfield – Compassion in Every Rescue
On a sweltering July day, a hiker discovered Garfield stranded in the desert, dehydrated and with burns on his paws. Though the hiker provided emergency care, he couldn’t offer long-term support—so Garfield came to us on July 15, 2024. During his intake, we learned he was FIV positive, but that never dimmed his gentle spirit. […]