by Volunteer Program Lead | Mar 28, 2016 | 2016, Adoptions, Happy Tails
Shy dogs can be tough on many levels. Trying to develop trust, getting them to feel comfortable, the list goes on. And trying to find them an adopter can be even harder. Who wants to adopt a dog that doesn’t want to be touched? And that was the issue with our girl...
by Janet Alderson | Mar 24, 2016 | 2016, Community outreach, East St. Louis, Ways to get involved
A huge part of our mission is our community outreach initiative, helping residents provide for their pets by giving them access to the resources they need. Eight months ago, we created a prompt on our voicemail system for “Community,” where East St. Louis...
by Volunteer Program Lead | Mar 14, 2016 | 2016, Adoptions, Happy Tails
Popeye was rescued in August 2015 after he was dumped and left to fend for himself. At his first visit to the Vet it was discovered that Popeye had severe eye trauma and was almost blind. But he didn’t let that stop him from enjoying his newly rescued life! Full of...
by Volunteer Program Lead | Mar 7, 2016 | 2016, Adoptions, Happy Tails
Gladys was rescued from Animal Control in 2015. She was emaciated and covered in open sores from neglect. She spent some time at our Emergency Shelter and soon found a foster home where she could rest and recover. Gladys was adopted in November 2015 and became her...
by Janet Alderson | Mar 4, 2016 | 2016, Community outreach, Ways to get involved
Gateway Pet Guardians has volunteers working with East St. Louis community members every single weekend. Our goal is to provide residents with the resources they need to be informed, responsible pet owners. We provide doghouses, straw, spay/neuter services, and...