A group of women from several Nova Scotia communities has welcomed the first set of dogs they’ve helped rescue from so-called “kill shelters” in the United States.
“We decided that somebody needs to do something, but who’s that somebody? We are,” said Allison Christie, a member of Save A Life Canada Animal Rescue Society.
The mission of the group is to take in dogs from animal shelters that euthanize dogs due to overcrowding, lack of interest, and similar issues.
The women formed the group earlier this year after connecting with each other through Facebook.
“We found out that Prince was used as a bait dog, which basically means that he taught other dogs how to attack,” said Shannelle Ruddick, who lives in Springhill.
Prince, along with three other Chihuahuas (and mixes) were flown in on April 3.
One of them was first found found in a box next to a trashcan, and another had a significant skin infection.
A group called Chi Angeles Rescue in Los Angeles initially took the dogs from shelters that Ruddick said would have euthanized the dogs if they weren’t adopted.
Having adopted from the group before, the group chose to take the dogs from Chi Angeles and find them new homes.
“We’re willing to work with anybody; United States, Mexico, Canada, wherever. As long as we’re able to help, we will help,” Ruddick added.
Of the four, one has been adopted, two are up for adoption, and the other isn’t ready for a new home yet.
“We want them to be happy, and we want them to be able to live out whatever time they have left in happy, loving homes,” said Christie, who lives in Porters Lake.
The group, which has a Facebook page, is working to become a non-profit. It’s accepting donations for future rescues.
Four more dogs are expected to be flown in this weekend.
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