Happy Tails

Molly, welcome to Healy Pack North! Molly was rescued from LA, where she was diagnosed as being heartworm-positive. Unfortunately, she almost lost her life due to over-medicating, but Leica's "Saving Paws" Rescue stepped in and took her to Georgia where their vet saved her. Thank goodness. Molly struck a chord in our very own Anne Long's heart and so, on July 11th she arrived in New Jersey. When the carrier opened the van door with Molly in a crate, she took one look at Anne and started crying and clawing at the door to get out. Bill, the driver, turned to her and asked, "does she know you?" Anne said no, but she realised that she's home. Dear Molly has a new brother, Rex, with whom she will share one side of the house—with their own doggy door and private yard. On the other side are Jade and Maverick, of course with their own private yard and doggy door. Wow Anne, you’ll really have your hands full now. Lol. Congratulations all round to everyone who helped save this precious girl. Click here for a video of Molly and Rex playing together.

Linda (Miley) is safe with her foster Christy, of Cici's Dog Sitting. Healy Pack would like to thank the many people involved in getting her to safety, including Susanna CB and her wonderful transporter who battled traffic to get her to the vet, Helen Fielding who worked tirelessly for three days to get Linda to safety, and the Healy Pack Board members who said yes and facilitated her freedom. And of course her great foster, Christy, as well as many others who helped along the way. Linda has a long road to recovery ahead, but with your support she will get there.

Rex is safe in New Jersey! When the plight of this young dog with a crushed pelvis came to the attention of Anne Long, she moved immediately to rescue him. With the help of one very active rescuer (and Healy Pack supporter!) Debra DonVito, she was able to save Rex, who is thought to be 4-5 years old. Once pulled from the shelter in Georgia, he spent a week getting vet care and was then transported to NJ. Kudos to everyone, especially Debra and her team, who helped make this complex rescue and journey possible. Rex is now living the good life, gaining weight, keeping mom awake at night and humping Lambie every chance he gets.

Bemba, a senior dog, was being kept at a boarding facility after his owner passed away. Helen Fielding soon realized he was in a bad way and more than likely, a hospice case. Emaciated, riddled with worms and stricken with severe muscle atrophy, they took him to their vet, who confirmed it was likely degenerative myelopathy…a crippling disease that our beloved breed can be prone to. In addition, Bemba's anxiety level was something that Helen and her family had not seen before. And so, on Valentine's Day they decided to formally adopt him. Although his time is likely very limited, it will be filled with an abundance of love and joy.

Gigi Marie is officially a member of the Stappert family! Thanks to Claudia and Ron, who formally adopted her and also helped make her eye surgery possible. This girl is now thriving in a very loving environment and just living her best life…and who could be more deserving?

Stevie, now known as Kaiser, was the first of the Redlands puppies to be adopted. Rebekah, Michael and a new big sister Abby, welcomed him into their home. Rebekah says that he is often reminded about how lucky he is that he's cute—especially if there's an accident in the house, LOL. Love conquers all!

When Woody met Kimbo at this year's Get Rescued event in Gulfport, he fell in love. We are delighted to say that this deserving boy has finally found his forever home, along with a little brother to keep him company if Woody has to step out. Sadly, his previous owner could no longer keep him due to ill health and was forced to return him to Hillsborough County Animal Services in 2025. Healy Pack stepped in to save him, making him the first rescue after Linda's passing.

Congratulations to Missi of Gulfport, who is our latest foster fail!😉 Little Mama, now known as Rowan, has found her forever home with a big sister, Oonaugh. Missi is now wondering what the going rate for babysitters should be, since Oonaugh likes to be paid in cookies.

Lindy also made it onto the foster fail list 😉 and was officially adopted. This is another happy puppy who landed with her "bum in the butter". She is now enjoying life in St. Pete with big sister, Maya, who is more than happy to show her the ropes. Congratulations to Karen on her newest family member.

Violet (now known as Jynx) found her forever home in a wonderful family of six that also includes a former military dog trainer. Faith of Pinellas Park surprised her daughter recently with a very special birthday gift. Having been prepared for months on end about the responsibilities of dog ownership, she was over the moon when she met her very own dog for the first time.

Bear is our smallest rescue. This little non-GSD boy needed help, and thanks are due to Haley Rae and Adam, who stepped up to foster him, facilitated by Helen Fielding. Haley Rae reports that he is the skinniest, most emaciated dog she has ever seen, and that it hurts to look at him and imagine the pain he has lived through. The good news is that this pup improved so much in 24 hours that he started eating, drinking and walking tons. They both want to do everything they can to give him ample support while he heals.

Connie was rescued from the mean streets of Miami after months of rescuers trying to catch her. She had puppies that were most likely taken to be sold. When finally caught, she was taken to the vet where one technician was able to work with her, and she was diagnosed with mouth and mammary cancer. She did not trust humans and would defend her food and toys at all costs. With her behavior and medical needs, she could only be adopted by a very experienced and dedicated home. At the urging of friends, Linda gave Connie a safe and loving home.

Ricki was saved from Miami-Dade Animal Services as a blind hospice dog at age 14. Friends said, "Linda, if you do not take that poor sad little dog, he will die all alone in the mean cold shelter." So, off she went to Naples, where Ricki promptly bit her. Fast-forward seven months: Ricki became the sweetest, happiest, and best dog you will ever meet, his tail always wagging like the Energizer bunny. Healy Pack Sanctuary provided a good home for the time Ricki had left.