Tobias was struck by a vehicle, resulting in both of his hind legs being shattered.

The X-rays reveal that both legs are broken completely in half, causing him significant pain.

Additionally, his body is peppered with BBs, which are also visible on the X-rays.

Tobias has been taken into the care of Shadow's Sanctuary, where his surgery and subsequent aftercare will be managed.

The initial surgical consultation did not bring optimistic news due to the severity of his injuries; however, the doctor will have a better understanding after a more thorough examination scheduled for Monday morning.

We are typically hesitant to amputate, as evidenced by the numerous surgical repairs we have performed on our dogs. After receiving all the details on Monday, I will decide what's best for Tobias.

The journey ahead for Tobias is a challenging one. He will need surgery, possibly multiple procedures, followed by extensive aftercare.

Recently, I was asked to help a very injured pup that was being euthanized. I was told he was hit by a car but after I requested his X-rays and forwarded them to my medical team, immediately identified that he had been shot, not once but three times. The shelter failed to mention the bullets in his neck and chest and abdomen. Recognizing the severity, I reached out to the top surgeon in Houston, who always accommodates my cases. He confirmed the presence of the bullets and the fractured leg, agreeing to repair the leg but advising that the bullets, particularly one near the spine, require an in-person assessment. The cycle of abuse is exhausting, and I'm tired of mending these innocent creatures after such heinous acts. Your assistance is crucial, as I've taken on this case despite financial constraints, unwilling to let BARC euthanize another animal. With the current widespread need due to floods and destruction, I humbly seek your support to aid Holden's recovery. 

Emerson comes to us after we rescued his mom Emerald from California.

Emerald passed away from numerous illnesses mainly sepsis and plyometra.

When I heard emerald had a son at the shelter as well, we immediately went back to rescue him.

He is neutered, up to date, age 7

So far he has been dog, cat and chicken friendly:

In the shelter he was attacked when they placed 4 unaltered males in the same cage.

Stella is a Texas rescue that was being euthanized. Stella was passed the time the shelter gave for euthanasia when we were asked to help. She had already been brought to the euthanasia area to terminate when we got through to the shelter. Quite literally we saved her in the knick of time. Stella is 1.5 yrs old hw pos and in trreatment. up to date and spayed, stella is an alpha and would do best with submissive dogs

Gwen is a Texas rescue who spent an entire year in the shelter, at age 8 high hw positive Gwen has had a hard life. Gwen has HYpothyroidism and lung damange from hw. Gwen is now in hw treatment and on medication to treat her medical issues. Gwen is a permenant resident to the Sanctuary

Madison is a California rescue and 11 weeks old. Madison was hot by a car shattering her pelvis, breaking both back legs, and chopping her tail off. Madison has had extensive suregery, her broken hip has been repaired and unfortunatly her left leg had to be amputated. Madison is super sweet spayed and up to date.

Mya is a texas stray rescued at the same time as Aspen. While we were out searhing for Aspen Mya begged to be helped. Mya had a shattered pelvis, broken leg and was in severe pain. She has since had suregry unfortunalty losing her rear leg to amputation.Mya is incredibe and so sweet. she is only 1-2 yrs old and been through so much.

Taz is a Texas rescue being euthanized at 10 weeks old for biting a human. Taz is food aggressive and bit the person who found him on the street. Taz is now 5 months old and 75 pounds. He is an amzing little boy and a permenat resident of the sanctuary

Pixie and Monty, both under one year old, were discovered roaming a farm in Donna, Texas. Farm workers observed Pixie scavenging for food and concealing herself in the fields for over 30 days, and then about two weeks ago, Monty appeared. Since they have been homeless and alone, the two have formed a close bond. We aim to keep them together as they are both quite frightened and timid. Additionally, both are heartworm negative.

Savannah, like many of my rescues, was the victim of a heinous crime. She suffered severe abuse, sustaining a broken hip and a dislocated leg. It's hard to fathom the pain she must have endured. Despite this, she remained sweet and kind to my transporter.

Before today's rescue, she had lost her appetite, was unable to walk to the restroom, and was extremely depressed and withdrawn, in overall poor health. Additionally, she has a vaginal discharge that I plan to treat upon her arrival at Easton Commons. The antibiotics administered by the surgeon during her operation will begin the treatment process.

Savannah joins a tragically long list of severely abused dogs that have found refuge in our sanctuary. We are witnessing an alarming increase in such cases of abuse.

When we rescued this dear dog from the local shelter, he was weak, scared, and urgently needed medical care. After being abandoned by his owner of nearly fifteen years, Tundra found himself in an unfamiliar place during his golden years. His previous owner, who had cared for him since he was a pup, had abruptly given him up, leaving Tundra bewildered and alone.

Upon taking him to the veterinarian, the gravity of his condition became clear. He was not just elderly; his advanced age had led to severe muscle atrophy, making movement difficult and painful. The once energetic dog now had trouble standing, his legs feeble and shaky due to neglect. A significant mass in his chest was cause for alarm, suggesting the possibility of a grave health condition. These issues, along with the shock of abandonment, created a grim reality for Tundra.

Ultimately, we had to hospitalize him for two weeks. He underwent constant care to stabilize his condition and meet his immediate health needs. The vet team diligently monitored him, concentrating on pain relief and his overall comfort. Moving forward, he will undergo a thorough medical assessment to identify the mass in his chest and to develop a strategy for his muscle atrophy management. Tundra is currently en route to a sanctuary for end-of-life hospice care, where he will spend his remaining days surrounded by the compassion and attention he deserves.

Shot, beaten and returned after free adoption event

Legend is a rescue from Coachella California. Legend was a healthy pup in November of 23 when the shelter adopted him out at a free adoption event. 

Legend was returned months later with a broken hip, a huge shot wound to the hip and a fractured back. 

Legend is now 30 pounds underweight. Unfortunately, until we get him healthy he won’t be a candidate for surgery. Currently he’s gained 6 pounds since I rescued him. He’s severely crippled in his hind legs and struggles to get up stairs and get around. 

It’s believed he will need a hip replacement and some back work but until we have ortho review his condition we won’t know. 

Legend is in severe pain and we can’t get updated X-rays so he will need to be under anesthesia. I don’t want to put him under twice so I’m waiting for orthopedic to put him under to obtain them. 

Athena was dropped off and abandoned at a dog training facility when her vet wouldn't euthanize upon the owner's request. The owner claims Athena fatally attacked one of their smaller dogs in a random attack. Athena has been at the sanctuary mixed in with 30 large and small dogs and never once has shown any sign of aggression to any pup. It's safe to say the owners wanted to get rid of Athena and exaggerated if not made up an entirely untrue story about her. 

River Reign comes from Barc high kill shelter in Houston TX. River was scheduled for Euthanasia due to Heartworm, advanced age and behavior. The shelter noted River had serious behavioral issues. I have not seen one behavioral issue since he arrived. Shelters are famous for adding behavioral notes to dogs that are scheduled to be euthanized because a behavioral euthanasia doesn't count to the number of euthanasia's performed at the shelter. 

At one point in River's rescue the shelter didn't know his whereabouts and assumed he was euthanized. Thankfully, we were able to rescue River right before his euthanasia deadline. River needs heartworm treatment and has prostate issues. River is undergoing testing to determine his health. 

Gray is an owner confiscation case due to abuse and neglect. Gray had scabies and mange. He is 20- 25 pounds underweight from being starved. Gray was taken by authorities to the local kill shelter where he was scheduled for Euthanasia. Gray was hospitalized 10 days after rescue for malnutrition, a skin infection and scabies. Gray is now at the sanctuary reciving care.

Storm was left outside in a recent tornado in Houston Tx.

When the owner went to secure the “outside dogs” he went to grab Storm and Storm “bit him or tried to bite him. The owner has changed the version so it’s unclear which is closer to the truth.

Storm is 3 yrs old very gentle and social. He’s been at Easton Commons hospital since he was found by a Good Samaritan.

He was brought in to scan for a microchip and when the owner was located he said I don’t want him back.

Were told he has been raised around Children and frequently the family allows them to “lay on him” with no reaction.