Animal Rescue Corps

Animal Rescue Corps
"If only people who are buying these dogs could look around and see what this is like." February, 2024: The dogs and puppies, mostly miniature schnauzers and schnauzer mixes, were removed from deplorable conditions in an alleged puppy mill by Animal Rescue Corps in collaboration with the Chatham County Sheriff's Office and BISSELL Pet Foundation, with support from Nashville Humane Society. Two defendants have been arrested and charged with multiple charges of animal cruelty. The remains of multiple dead dogs were found on site, including three in a burn pile and one in a trash can. The surviving dogs, including newborn puppies, endured prolonged exposure to high levels of ammonia, resulting in dehydration, malnutrition, parasites, untreated injuries and illnesses, severe matting, skin conditions, and other life-threatening medical conditions consistent with chronic neglect. A large number of the dogs are suffering from coccidia and many from pseudocoprostasis, a life-threatening condition preventing normal defecation. Numerous dogs are pregnant, adding to the population in ARC’s care. In partnership with the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office, Animal Rescue Corps extracted and transported the dogs into ARC’s care, where they are receiving specialized and daily medical, physical, and social care. “Every rescued dog from a puppy mill represents a triumph against cruelty,” said Tim Woodward, Executive Director of Animal Rescue Corps. “We work to shed light on the dark reality of puppy mills and emphasize the transformative power of adoption in providing these animals with the love and care they deserve." ............. Learn: https://www.animalrescuecorps.org Give: https://bit.ly/ARCgive Stay informed: https://www.animalrescuecorps.org/subscribe Volunteer: https://www.animalrescuecorps.org/volunteer Follow: https://www.facebook.com/AnimalRescueCorps https://www.instagram.com/arcorps/ https://twitter.com/arcorps .............
January 24-25, 2024 – In an operation dubbed Operation Out of the Box, Animal Rescue Corps (ARC), a national animal protection nonprofit organization, rescued 46 Chihuahuas from a closing commercial breeder in Missouri. These dogs, formerly part of a profit-driven breeding operation, are now under the care of ARC at their Rescue Center near Nashville. When the ARC field team arrived at the breeding operation, the property was strewn with broken-down cars, rusted farm equipment, and patchwork fences. They saw chihuahuas running loose in a yard scattered with corrugated tin hutches that were “home” to many of these dogs, surrounded by electrical cords dangling from fences and bushes. Inside the wasp- and spider-infested hutches were small, shivering adult dogs and puppies huddled in the corners. Each hutch had only a single heat lamp for warmth during this record-setting freezing winter. More than two dozen dogs, including litters of puppies, were also running loose in a home on the property. ARC was in Missouri on a different case, assisting multiple groups with a separate multi-agency, large-scale surrender of other discarded puppy mill dogs, when the urgent call came in requesting help for the chihuahuas impacted by the breeder shutdown. ARC immediately initiated a rescue deployment for the chihuahuas, ARC’s third rescue operation across two states in ten days. This rescue operation showcases ARC's commitment to saving animals from neglect and exploitation. The chihuahuas will receive medical, physical, and social care at the ARC Rescue Center before being matched, placed with, and transported to vetted partners in high-adoption regions nationwide. Tim Woodward, ARC's Executive Director, emphasized the importance of choosing adoption over supporting commercial breeding. "Adopting a companion animal is a conscious and compassionate choice against the exploitation seen in commercial breeding. We're thrilled to rescue these 46 chihuahuas, giving them the chance to be treated as valued family members instead of commodities for profit." After rehabilitation, each dog will find a loving home with ARC’s network of placement partners, contributing to ARC's mission of ending animal suffering through direct and compassionate action and inspiring the highest ethical standards of humanity towards animals. ............. Learn: https://www.animalrescuecorps.org Give: https://bit.ly/ARCgive Stay informed: https://www.animalrescuecorps.org/subscribe Volunteer: https://www.animalrescuecorps.org/volunteer Follow: https://www.facebook.com/AnimalRescueCorps https://www.instagram.com/arcorps/ https://twitter.com/arcorps .............
Operation: Carolina Torment Situation: Suspected Puppy Mill: Seizure & Cruelty Case Location: Chatham County, NC Date: February 2024 Number of Dogs: 200+ Urgency: Critical Learn more: https://animalrescuecorps.org/dispatch/operation-carolina-torment/ ............. Learn: https://www.animalrescuecorps.org Give: https://bit.ly/ARCgive Stay informed: https://www.animalrescuecorps.org/sub... Volunteer: https://www.animalrescuecorps.org/vol... Follow: https://www.facebook.com/AnimalRescueCorps https://www.instagram.com/arcorps/ https://twitter.com/arcorps .............
January 14, 2024: LIBERTY, KY – Animal Rescue Corps (ARC), a national animal protection nonprofit, responded to a request from law enforcement in Casey County, KY, to assist with the rescue of forty-four large dogs in immediate need of rescue after they were found living in deplorable conditions. The rescue operation, aptly named "Operation Frozen Sorrows," unfolded on January 14, approximately two hours Southeast of Louisville at a house doubling as a home and as a self-described “rescue.” The animals and their poor conditions were discovered after the tenant was unexpectedly hospitalized. Casey County has a small animal shelter but in no way could take in forty-four badly neglected animals. ARC was founded to humanely assist animals and communities in situations like this. When rescuers arrived they found forty-four dogs inside and outside the home. Some were confined to crates while others were running loose. Freezing temperatures and high ammonia levels inhibited rescuers' efforts and additional safety equipment was needed to keep rescuers safe. Three deceased dogs were discovered on the property, two of whom were frozen solid. Belgian Malinois, Great Danes, St. Bernards, German Shepherds, pit bulls, border collies, and cattledogs were just a few of the breeds rescued. Many of the dogs exhibit signs of obvious and chronic neglect including eye injuries, fur loss, internal and external parasites, anemia, gastrointestinal issues, bite wounds, and matting. Some of the dogs are emaciated and the majority of the dogs are underweight. The tenant, Annette Lipa. was operating a purported "rescue" out of the home, called "Everything's Going to be Alright Rescue & Rehabilitation," an ironic name given how little was "alright" for the animals. “The alleged rescue operated by the tenant stands as a stark reminder that good intentions must be backed by responsible actions. The suffering of these dogs underscores the ethical responsibility that comes with operating an animal rescue; neglect has no place in the realm of animal rescue and sheltering. This is a very sad situation and a tremendous amount of suffering has ended.,” said ARC Executive Director, Tim Woodward. I’m glad we could assist.” ARC transported all of the dogs to ARC’s Rescue Center in Gallatin, Tenn., about 30 minutes east of Nashville. Each dog rescued in Operation Frozen Sorrows is receiving a thorough veterinary exam, appropriate vaccinations, and any necessary medical treatments before they will be matched and transported to trusted shelter and rescue partner organizations that will ultimately adopt them into loving homes. ............. Learn: https://www.animalrescuecorps.org Give: https://bit.ly/ARCgive Stay informed: https://www.animalrescuecorps.org/subscribe Volunteer: https://www.animalrescuecorps.org/volunteer Follow: https://www.facebook.com/AnimalRescueCorps https://www.instagram.com/arcorps/ https://twitter.com/arcorps .............
In 2023, supporters like you were there for Animal Rescue Corps when abused and neglected animals needed you most. Please take a look back at some of 2023's highlights and saved lives: ARC's tribute to the compassionate donors, volunteers, and partners like you who help so many animals through Animal Rescue Corps. Your compassion in action saves lives. Thank you. ............. Learn: https://www.animalrescuecorps.org Give: https://bit.ly/ARCgive Stay informed: https://www.animalrescuecorps.org/subscribe Volunteer: https://www.animalrescuecorps.org/volunteer Follow: https://www.facebook.com/AnimalRescueCorps https://www.instagram.com/arcorps/ https://twitter.com/arcorps .............
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October 25, 2023, Powhatan, West Virginia– Animal Rescue Corps (ARC), a national animal protection nonprofit, deployed for the first time to rescue 21 dogs from neglectful conditions at a property in Powhatan yesterday in McDowell County, one of the most impoverished counties in W.Va., about twenty miles northwest of Bluefield. When ARC responders arrived at the rural property, they found fourteen large dogs running loose on a steep hillside and overgrown woods and an additional seven four-week-old puppies seeking shelter under a dilapidated back porch on the property. Many of the dogs were suffering from untreated medical conditions, including obvious skin and eye ailments. The property owner said the house belonged to his late mother and that unaltered dogs had been dumped there and quickly bore litters only to have most of the puppies die in the woods. He had reached out to every animal rescue group he could find and none were able to help until ARC sent a team to the rural location to assist. “Many houses in these rural West Virginian coal towns are vacant and falling down,” said Tim Woodward, ARC’s Executive Director. “There are absolutely no animal services or resources available to these communities. This man has put his life on hold for months trying to do right by these dogs after his mother died and I commend him for that commitment.” The planning for this rescue, dubbed Operation Mountain Misery, began when ARC was contacted by the property owner who had inherited the property from his late mother. ARC assembled tactical equipment and a field team and set off on multiple deployments to the rural W.Va. town. Animal Rescue Corps is managing the safe extraction of the dogs and puppies, all of whom have run wild for a long time, their assessment, and documentation, and will manage placement with trusted shelter partners that will ultimately adopt them into loving homes. ............. Learn: https://www.animalrescuecorps.org Give: https://bit.ly/ARCgive Stay informed: https://www.animalrescuecorps.org/subscribe Volunteer: https://www.animalrescuecorps.org/volunteer Follow: https://www.facebook.com/AnimalRescueCorps https://www.instagram.com/arcorps/ https://twitter.com/arcorps .............
November 14, 2023, HORSE CAVE, KY – Animal Rescue Corps (ARC), a national animal protection nonprofit, responded to a request from animal control in Hart County, KY, to assist with nearly sixty large dogs, including puppies only a few weeks old, living in neglectful conditions at a breeding operation/hoarding situation located about an hour Northeast of Bowling Green, KY. All of the animals have been surrendered to Animal Rescue Corps by the owner, and the facility has been shut down by Hart County law enforcement. When rescuers arrived, they found fifty-eight dogs, including pregnant females. Most of the dogs were chained to trees and stakes in the woods with only makeshift shelters of pallets, water barrels, plywood, or a horse trailer for cover. Some ran loose, in and around the barren property, while still others were in small, ramshackle pens. Great Danes, St. Bernards, Australian Shepherds, Doberman Pinschers, Bullmastiffs, and Great Pyrenees were just a few of the breeds rescued. Three litters of small puppies were also discovered on the property, kept in small wire cages on the muddy ground, completely exposed to weather and without access to food or water. Many of the dogs exhibit signs of obvious and chronic neglect including eye injuries, fur loss, internal and external parasites, anemia, gastrointestinal issues, bite wounds, matting, and more. A majority of the dogs are underweight. “Freezing temperatures are here and these dogs have been suffering in these harsh conditions for years,” said ARC Executive Director, Tim Woodward. “That part of their life can now end and the healing can begin.” ARC placed the puppy litters and their mothers and three other dogs directly with Kentucky Humane Society to be placed in foster homes, and is transporting all of the remaining dogs to ARC’s Rescue Center in Gallatin, Tenn., about 30 minutes east of Nashville. Each dog in this rescue operation, dubbed Operation Unchained Heart, will receive a thorough veterinary exam, appropriate vaccinations, and any necessary medical treatments before they will be matched and transported to trusted shelter and rescue partner organizations that will ultimately adopt them into loving homes. ARC is grateful to Hart County Animal Shelter and Animal Rescue Kare for their investigative work, outreach, and assistance in the field. ............. Learn: https://www.animalrescuecorps.org Give: https://bit.ly/ARCgive Stay informed: https://www.animalrescuecorps.org/subscribe Volunteer: https://www.animalrescuecorps.org/volunteer Follow: https://www.facebook.com/AnimalRescueCorps https://www.instagram.com/arcorps/ https://twitter.com/arcorps .............
November 7-8, 2023, GLEASON, Tenn. – Animal Rescue Corps (ARC), a national animal protection nonprofit, responded to a request from authorities in Weakley County, Tenn., to assist with 17 dogs on Election Day, including puppies only a few weeks old, living in horrendous conditions at a vacant single-family residence. The property was dilapidated, uninhabitable, without electricity or running water, filled with feces, infested with black widows, and generally a horrible place to live. Twelve adult dogs and five puppies were found running loose in and around the trash-strewn property located in West Tennessee. Some sought shelter in discarded furniture and aquariums in the yard. Over the course of two days, every dog on the property was rescued. Many of the dogs exhibit signs of fur loss, internal and external parasites, and are underweight. Ammonia levels in the home required rescuers to wear protective respirators before they could enter areas of the structure. All of the animals have been surrendered to Animal Rescue Corps by the homeowner. “Sadly, not all of the dogs survived,” said ARC Executive Director, Tim Woodward. “We found evidence of several recently deceased animals on the property today. I’m grateful to ARC’s donors and volunteers who have allowed us to assemble our field team and swiftly deploy to ensure the safety of each of the surviving dogs here.” ARC is transporting all of the surviving dogs to ARC’s Rescue Center in Gallatin, Tenn., about 30 minutes east of Nashville. Each dog will receive a thorough veterinary exam, appropriate vaccinations, and any necessary medical treatments before they will be matched and transported to trusted shelter and rescue partner organizations that will ultimately adopt them into loving homes. ............. Learn: https://www.animalrescuecorps.org Give: https://bit.ly/ARCgive Stay informed: https://www.animalrescuecorps.org/subscribe Volunteer: https://www.animalrescuecorps.org/volunteer Follow: https://www.facebook.com/AnimalRescueCorps https://www.instagram.com/arcorps/ https://twitter.com/arcorps .............
Right this moment, animals are suffering in situations of large-scale cruelty and neglect, in places that lack the resources to help them. Many regions don’t have any animal services or shelters at all; others cannot extend already stretched resources for exceptionally large situations. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Animal Rescue Corps (ARC) is a 501(c)(3) national nonprofit animal protection organization founded in 2010 that takes direct action in three ways. First, we conduct emergency rescues of animals who fall victim to abuse and disaster. Second, we offer interventions to move high-risk and at-need animals from low-adoption shelters into high-adoption regions and offer other critical assistance to in-need shelters and communities. Third, we raise public awareness of animal suffering, and we offer training for animal shelters, professionals, civilians, and volunteers. Animal Rescue Corps is headquartered in the Washington, DC area, and our flagship Rescue Center is outside Nashville, TN. We conduct large-scale rescues across North America and beyond, with a special focus on underserved regions. Animal Rescue Corps seeks to inspire a fundamental idea: that our responsibility to animals is vital, and all lives have value. This ideal benefits us all in many ways: our physical safety, economic systems, mental health, emotional well-being, and environment. With the help and caring of donors, volunteers, and supporters, ARC works every day to end animals’ suffering and inspire the highest ethical standards of humanity towards animals. With you, we turn compassion into action. ............. Learn: https://www.animalrescuecorps.org Give: https://bit.ly/ARCgive Stay informed: https://www.animalrescuecorps.org/subscribe Volunteer: https://www.animalrescuecorps.org/volunteer Follow: https://www.facebook.com/AnimalRescueCorps https://www.instagram.com/arcorps/ https://twitter.com/arcorps .............
Please note: this video includes graphic content that may be disturbing to some viewers. Newton, Miss., July 15, 2023: ANIMAL RESCUE CORPS AND NEWTON COUNTY OFFICIALS RESCUE 70+ DOGS FROM A “RESCUER” IN CENTRAL MISSISSIPPI Animal Rescue Corps (ARC), a national 501(c)(3) animal protection organization in partnership with BISSELL Pet Foundation (BPF), a nonprofit pet foundation, responded to an urgent call from Newton County officials for assistance with 70+ dogs of various breeds found living in deplorable conditions on two properties in Newton, Mississippi. Also supporting the rescue on site were Animal Rescue New Orleans (ARNO), Humane Society of South Mississippi (HSSM), Southern Pines Animal Shelter (SPAS), Rescue Riders Network, and local animal rescuers. All of the animals were seized by the Newton County Sheriff’s Department, and Natalie Fancher Patten a self-described “rescuer,” and her husband William Patten were arrested and taken into custody on charges of animal cruelty, including felony animal cruelty. The Newton County Sheriff’s Department made this discovery while responding to a complaint that representatives from a purported animal rescue organization and 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Second Paw Dog Rescue, had not been on the property to care for the animal residents there in days. The Sheriff’s Department made contact with ARC requesting urgent help upon discovering the severity of the conditions and the large number of animals. ARC quickly reached out to the other organizations to create a coalition and was on-scene with the necessary equipment, supplies, transport vehicles, volunteers, and a state-licensed veterinarian soon after receiving the call. “This is a very grim situation here. Scattered bones litter the property,” said Animal Rescue Corps’ Executive Director, Tim Woodward. “These animals have endured tremendous suffering and it ends today.” Responders found dozens of dogs chained outdoors to trees, trapped in outdoor cages, camping tents, and several more running loose around the nine-acre, trash-strewn property. The dogs had been without access to food, clean water, or necessary veterinary care. On a separate property, over 40 dogs were found running loose and inside a trailer. Over a dozen dead and decomposing carcasses were found in cages and scattered around the 9-acre property. Two emaciated dogs and one puppy had to be immediately euthanized due to untreated medical conditions that were too advanced to be treated. “Not all victims of abuse are people and we take animal cruelty very seriously in our community,” said, Sheriff Joedy Pennington. “We will fully enforce the laws of this state and bring those responsible to justice.” Inside a trailer, among piles of garbage on urine-soaked and feces-covered floors, several dogs including litters of small puppies only a few weeks old were found suffering in unimaginable conditions. The dogs were visibly covered in ticks and fleas, emaciated, dehydrated, bite wounds, and exhibited various illnesses and untreated injuries. Many of the chained dogs appear to have serious dental damage, ground and missing teeth, presumably from chewing at their chains to free themselves. Working under the Newton County Sheriff’s Department, ARC safely removed the dogs and transported them to ARC’s Rescue Center outside Nashville, TN. ARC will provide medical, physical, and social care until the dogs can be placed with partnering shelters and rescue groups. Each animal will receive full medical exams, vaccinations, and any necessary treatments. Animal Rescue Corps managed the safe extraction of every animal, assessment, documentation, care, and collection of evidence for any cruelty proceedings in this rescue, dubbed Operation Skin and Bones. Bissell Pet Foundation provided critical financial support for this emergency operation, coordinated on-scene volunteer support from the BISSELL Pet Foundation Shelter Partner Network, and has committed to help manage placement alongside ARC with trusted shelter and rescue partners. https://animalrescuecorps.org/dispatch/operation-skin-and-bones/ ............. Learn: https://www.animalrescuecorps.org Give: https://bit.ly/ARCgive Stay informed: https://www.animalrescuecorps.org/subscribe Volunteer: https://www.animalrescuecorps.org/volunteer Follow: https://www.facebook.com/AnimalRescueCorps https://www.instagram.com/arcorps/ https://twitter.com/arcorps .............
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