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On days like today, we like to share impactful stories that highlight the work that we do. But, not every day here is full of fluffy kittens and playful puppies. It’s a reality that sometimes our work is very hard.

Those of us in the shelter and rescue community are adamant about spaying and neutering. For good reason. Backyard breeding has so many consequences and severe genetic defects is one of them. If you are breeding your pets for any other reason than to preserve the health and temperment of the breed you love, the outcome can be devastating and shelters and rescues are left to pick up the pieces, and it takes a toll on us. As was the case with the precious S*x and the City litter.

These babies were surrendered to us as a litter of five by someone who rescued their pregnant mom from a lady selling her in a parking lot. Two of the puppies, Auggie and Carrie, had spinal defects so severe, we were not able to save them, and one, Charlotte, may experience life long complications because of her’s.

Although this work can be hard, it is rare that we can’t find the silver lining in a situation. Even though we are angry and sad that we couldn’t save them all, we were proud to be a trusted resource for this mom and her babies and the kind citizen who desperately needed our help; because of BDAR Auggie and Carrie did not have to suffer lives filled with pain and hardship; because of BDAR the three we were able to save, Mr. Big, Miranda, and Charlotte have all been adopted by special families who will make sure they never suffer a day in their precious lives; and, because of BDAR their mama Frankie will never again have to have another litter of babies after the untold number she had before them.

We are only able to do this work because of your support and days like WyoGives Day. Never doubt for a second that even the smallest donation will make a difference in a little life. In cases like these, we can’t help but wonder what would have happened to this family had we not been here or had the resources to say “Yes!”. Please help us continue to be able to say “Yes!” and consider a donation to our WyoGives fundraiser in the link in comments.

We had to condense this story for social media purposes, but the much longer and more detailed version can be found in our blog in the link in the comments. After you donate, we encourage to read it.

We are participating in the Hughes Charitable Foundation Incentive Pool. Every donor who contributes online to Black Dog Animal Rescue via the WyoGives platform on July 10th will have their donation boosted by this generous $1,000,000 Incentive Pool BDAR is eligible for $10,000 in funds.

We are 75% of the way to our $30,000 goal!

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The one that really started it all... finally has her license and will be out maintaining some yards!! Keep your eye out for Kylie!

🧡 48 hours to go until WyoGives Day!
Join us and make a difference on July 10th (this Wednesday) with your online gift! Every dollar raised on WyoGives Day powers the Cheyenne Animal Shelter Community Service Programs.

Here’s what your support means:
• Affordable vaccine and spay-day clinics
• Vital safety net services for families
• Accessible public end-of-life services
• A free pet food pantry for those in need

Help us smash our $25,000 goal for these amazing programs! Pledge your gift today by clicking the link in the comments below and filling out the form and we’ll reach out to you on July 10th to finalize your gift. Let’s make this the best WyoGives yet!
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Please spread the word for this lost cat. Mateo was LOST on June 11, 2024 in Cheyenne, WY 82009 near channell drive

Message from Owner: My cat Mateo has been missing for a few weeks. He is the most sweetest and friendliest cat in the world. He means everything to me, and he is extremely trusting. I am worried sick about him and I just want him .

Description: Tuxedo cat, approximately 7years old, adult

For more info or to contact Mateo's owner, click here: https://www.pawboost.com/p/70466109

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Please spread the word for this lost cat. Spazz was LOST on June 22, 2024 in Cheyenne, WY 82007 near West Winds MHP

Message from Owner: She is very loved. We have had her for 13 years. She slipped out our door and I know she is afraid of fireworks and noise in general

Description: Black Cat, 13 years old. Small cat, sweet, purrs all the time. She has one big white hair on her chest.

For more info or to contact Spazz's owner, click here: https://www.pawboost.com/p/70459303

Lost or found a pet? Report it to PawBoost here: https://www.pawboost.com/l/rpl

Finally get to go home today! Still have 4 more rabies vaccination but the surgery did the trick along with the great doctors and staff at CRMC! Thank you for keeping my leg and keeping me alive!

Toe nail trimming is very important as you can see this nail was growing into the pad causing a hole that could get infected!

UPDATE: REUNITED!! Alvin is home safe & sound after 17 days, 10 hours :)

Please spread the word for this lost cat. Alvin was LOST on June 16, 2024 in Cheyenne, WY 82007 near Romero Park

Description: Orange tabby, only two front teeth, chipped as Tommy with our phone number, no tags

For more info or to contact Alvin's owner, click here: https://www.pawboost.com/p/70429243

Lost or found a pet? Report it to PawBoost here: https://www.pawboost.com/l/rpl